[SewDarnHot]

I want to bid tonight but not sure what would be best..
Seiki with Flexi8 software
OR
USCutter with Signblazer trial

I have heard bad things about the Signblazer and so It makes me think again on USCutter. I am going to use AI to design and would like to be able to import clipart add wording and cut for t-shirts and simple car window decals and office windows. Please help me decide. only a 20.00 differeance in price so what program is best??
thanks!

 

[COEDS]

I think the best software is flexi, but the program they are provodeing you is most likely flexi starter and I'm not sure just how much that will allow you to do. I still suggest the UScutter do to all the good things, I have heard. ... JB

 

[mrdavid]

US Cutters machines are very nice just dont like Signblazer and I am changing my program for it!!

 

[laras4labs]

I'm trying to decide on the same choices as you. I really want a Roland, but I can't afford it. Seiki seems cheap enough to start out with, but US Cutter seems more comparable to a Roland. I don't know if cheaper cutters cause more problems and that I wouldn't know how to deal with it being new at this and all. That's kind of where I am standing now.

 

[COEDS]

I'm trying to decide on the same choices as you. I really want a Roland, but I can't afford it. Seiki seems cheap enough to start out with, but US Cutter seems more comparable to a Roland. I don't know if cheaper cutters cause more problems and that I wouldn't know how to deal with it being new at this and all. That's kind of where I am standing now.

I want to say, I bought a inexpensive cutter to start out with. I then bought a Roland Gx24. I will say the Roland is quieter and can contour cut(I don't use this feature), but the inexpensive cutter will cut as good. I think some people get hung up on a name(I did) and talk themselves into thinking it will be much better. The Roland will cut twill much easier and has a stronger motor, but the less expensive cutter will work for you too. .... JB

 

[midwaste]

If you are planning on using AI to design, the cutting software shouldnt be as much of a concern for you. I have a USCutter with Signblazer elements and I just copy/paste in stuff from AI and it works great.
There are a few quirks, strokes dont import correctly without outlining, and it always works better to convert graphics to compound objects, which is no big deal.
Check out the USCutter forums for more info on this.

 

[SewDarnHot]

ok - I got a copam
I assembled the stand got a test cut - No problem but I cant get the driver cd to work so when it tries to load it and set up the driver it wont find it. It keeps asking me to imput the disc and then I do but it wont read it.
It also wouldnt take my Disc for SignCut2x Just wont read them ??
I put another CD in and it worked but for these two it wont. I think it is my CD. I was able to go to Signcut and enter my registration there and get it up but I can't connect the two.I know - I read the other stuff - go buy another usb and use the driver with that. but I am tapped for $ for 2 weeks So I am gona keep trying.
Maybe I'll email Ken to get help with setup.
So far I love the test cut - ha ha ha

 

[kenimes]

If this is a new Copam with a USB port on it, the USB drivers can be found here: Virtual COM Port Drivers

 

[SewDarnHot]

it uses a usb to rs232 converter ir the serial?? plug. I tried both - still not working

 

[Lequisha]

I just bought a US Cutter 24' LP and I do not know how to set it up.. I'm excited about it though.

 

[mrdavid]

Qui here is there talk forum where you can get help. http://forum.uscutter.com/

 

[SewDarnHot]

I am Running
I am using the reg cable not the usb and i'm ok with that for now since I use my laptop and its not too hard to move around. Sooner or later I will get the usb to run!

I am currently trying to set the speed, force and offset for me.

Qui - check out the forums they are helpfull! Also do searches and keywords to help find answers

 

[Salt_Of_Design]

Does the USB to rs232 converter have a driver to be installed too. I know I have a converter that needed a driver too. Just thinking...

 

[SewDarnHot]

Does the USB to rs232 converter have a driver to be installed too. I know I have a converter that needed a driver too. Just thinking...

yah - but for some reason my computer wont read the disc.

 

[kenimes]

yah - but for some reason my computer wont read the disc.

If it will not read the disk, you can download the driver from the link I posted.

 

[COEDS]

Your awesome Ken, Your always ready to help. ..... JB

 

[SewDarnHot]

Thanks ken,
I pmed you. Were up and running Thanks!!

 

[kenimes]

Thanks ken,
I pmed you. Were up and running Thanks!!

Glad to hear. Happy cutting!!

 

[allahdivine]

I'm trying to decide on the same choices as you. I really want a Roland, but I can't afford it. Seiki seems cheap enough to start out with, but US Cutter seems more comparable to a Roland. I don't know if cheaper cutters cause more problems and that I wouldn't know how to deal with it being new at this and all. That's kind of where I am standing now.

Peace
Well I Have A seiki and at first I didn't get the hang of it that quick but with some help of the people in this group, I must say that i like it so far. I can say that I think I'm close to making my money i paid for it back. I too want a Roland or a versacamm but I have to build up my capital first lol. Flexi starter is what you will get with it and it's ok Have to get upgrades though, but It's good overall. Peace
Allah Divine
Seiki 870T

 

[laras4labs]

Thank you. I have really been leaning towards the Seiki because of the price and I plan on buying one next week. This forum is great and everyone is so helpful. I will let you know when it comes in. Do you know if the Flexi is works with Vista?