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=== Status ===
 
=== Status ===
 
* <strike>Unpacked, needs to be setup</strike> <span style="color:#00CC33">Done!</span>
 
* <strike>Unpacked, needs to be setup</strike> <span style="color:#00CC33">Done!</span>
* Control computer needs a hard drive (And OS, and vinyl cutting software install)
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* <strike>Mini-class on using the vinyl cutter and related software</strike> <span style="color:#00CC33">Done! (But ask tylercrumpton if you missed out on the first one)</span>
* Needs a more permanent home
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* Control computer still needs:
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** A hard drive  
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** OS; Some version of Windows would be nice.
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** Vinyl cutter drivers
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** Vinyl cutting software; we have a copy of SignBlazer that came with the machine.
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** Right now, we're running on a "Bring Your Own Computer" basis.
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* Computer and cutter need a more permanent home.
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** The idea is to put it upstairs, somewhere out of the way but easy to get to.
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** Keeping it near the large table in the art area would be useful, since sometimes you need a large area to work with the vinyl.
 
* Wiki needs to be updated with instructions and info
 
* Wiki needs to be updated with instructions and info
* Mini-class on using the vinyl cutter and related software?
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**This page will be eventually replaced with more detailed information on using the vinyl cutter.
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* First vinyl order will most likely be made on '''Friday, November 30, 2012'''.
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** Put your name down on the [[Vinyl Cutter/Vinyl Consumables]] page if you want in on the order!
  
 
== Consumables and Materials ==
 
== Consumables and Materials ==

Revision as of 09:29, 28 November 2012

Creator:
omegix
Status:
Purchased, Setting Up
Born On:
17:35, 15 October 2012 (CDT)
Last Updated:
09:29, 28 November 2012 (CDT)

Overview

This page will eventually be the home of instructions, information, settings, and tips and tricks for using the vinyl cutter. Right now this is just a fundraising page for buying a vinyl cutter for the shop. List your contribution and if you know of a good vinyl cutter, add it for consideration!

Contributors

  1. Omegix, $45 - PAID (SELF)
  2. Ramgarden, $50
  3. TylerCrumpton, $50 - PAID
  4. Enabrintain, $50, - PAID
  5. DanNeilson, $20 - PAID
  6. Barbara, $30 - PAID
  7. CrashCart, $25
  8. Daniel Valdez, $20 - PAID
  9. Random Donation - $10

Totals $175 + $50(iff 871) + $75(at$300cutter) = $300 for the MH-871 + TBD?

About Vinyl Cutter

Status

  • Unpacked, needs to be setup Done!
  • Mini-class on using the vinyl cutter and related software Done! (But ask tylercrumpton if you missed out on the first one)
  • Control computer still needs:
    • A hard drive
    • OS; Some version of Windows would be nice.
    • Vinyl cutter drivers
    • Vinyl cutting software; we have a copy of SignBlazer that came with the machine.
    • Right now, we're running on a "Bring Your Own Computer" basis.
  • Computer and cutter need a more permanent home.
    • The idea is to put it upstairs, somewhere out of the way but easy to get to.
    • Keeping it near the large table in the art area would be useful, since sometimes you need a large area to work with the vinyl.
  • Wiki needs to be updated with instructions and info
    • This page will be eventually replaced with more detailed information on using the vinyl cutter.
  • First vinyl order will most likely be made on Friday, November 30, 2012.

Consumables and Materials

Please see the Vinyl Cutter/Vinyl Consumables page for more information on group orders, and usage of the materials.

Interesting links