Silhouette Electrostatic Mat
Supplies Manual
MANUAL NO. CUT-MAT-ES-M-151
An isometric view of the Silhouette Electrostatic Mat, showing its rectangular shape with a textured surface featuring parallel lines and a surrounding border.
Safety Precautions
- Before using the product, read this manual well and use the product safely and correctly.
- Do not use the electrostatic mat in a wet or high-humidity environment or with wet hands. Doing so may cause electric shock.
- The precautions listed here contain important information on safety, so make sure you observe them thoroughly.
Precautions on Use
- For details on how to use the cutting machine, refer to the User's Manual of the machine.
- If you are using the electrostatic mat, be sure to use the electrostatic protection sheet.
- If air enters the gap between the electrostatic mat and the media when loading the media, let the air out before drawing a diagram.
- Periodically wipe the electrostatic mat lightly with a dry, soft cloth.
- Be careful not to damage the surface of the electrostatic mat.
- The electrostatic protection sheet is an expendable item. Please replace it regularly.
- If you are using the electrostatic mat, do not fold the electrostatic protection sheet.
- The method to load the media and tools differs depending on the machine model. For details, refer to the User's Manual of each model.
- The matters described in this Supplies Manual may change without warning.
About Electrostatic Mats
The electrostatic mat that can be used differs depending on the model.
Diagrams illustrating the electrostatic mat and protection sheet components.
Product Details
| Item | Product name | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Portrait Electrostatic Mat | CUT-MAT-ES-LTR | 1 sheet |
| Electrostatic Protection Sheet - 8.5 in. x 12 in.* | SILH-PROTECT-ES-LTR | 1 sheet | |
| Electrostatic Mat Roller Guard Tape | ES-GUARD-TAPE | 2 sheets | |
| 2 | CAMEO Electrostatic Mat White | CUT-MAT-ES-WHT-12 | 1 sheet |
| CAMEO Electrostatic Mat Matte Black | CUT-MAT-ES-MTBLK-12 | 1 sheet | |
| CAMEO Electrostatic Mat Matte Pink | CUT-MAT-ES-MTPNK-12 | 1 sheet | |
| Electrostatic Protection Sheet - 12 in.* | SILH-PROTECT-ES-12 | 1 sheet | |
| Electrostatic Mat Roller Guard Tape | ES-GUARD-TAPE | 2 sheets | |
| 3 | Electrostatic Protection Sheet - 8.5 in. x 12 in.* | SILH-PROTECT-ES-LTR | 2 sheets |
| 4 | Electrostatic Protection Sheet - 12 in.* | SILH-PROTECT-ES-12 | 2 sheets |
* It is an expendable item, so it needs to be replaced regularly.
Overview
This is used to secure the media through electrostatic suction.
Supported Models
Portrait4 and CAMEO5
How to Install and Remove the Electrostatic Mat
The installation method differs depending on the model.
The electrostatic mat is individually connected to the cutting machine.
For Portrait4
Remove Front Cover
Raise the front of the machine, release the lock at the bottom of the machine in the direction of the arrows (➡️), and remove the front cover.
* Please note that the top cover may spring open when lifting the front of the machine.
Side view of a cutting machine showing the "Top Cover", "Front Cover", and a "Lock" mechanism at the bottom. An arrow indicates the direction to release the lock and remove the front cover.
Connect Electrostatic Mat
Connect the electrostatic mat securely to the machine so that the terminal of the machine and the terminal of the electrostatic mat are aligned.
Close-up view showing the alignment of the "Terminal on the Machine" and the "Terminal on the Electrostatic Mat".
Load Media
Place the electrostatic protection sheet over the electrostatic mat and load the media.
* Refer to "How to Secure the Media."
Remove Electrostatic Mat
To remove the electrostatic mat, press the button (?) on the left and right of the electrostatic mat and pull it off from the machine at the same time.
View showing the electrostatic mat in the machine, with arrows pointing to the "Button" locations on either side for removal.
For CAMEO5
Remove Front Cover
Raise the front of the machine, release the two locks at the bottom of the machine, and remove the front cover in the direction of the arrows (➡️).
* Please note that the top cover may spring open when lifting the front of the machine.
Side view of a CAMEO5 machine showing the "Top Cover", "Front Cover", and "Lock" mechanisms. Arrows indicate the direction to release the locks and remove the front cover.
Connect Electrostatic Mat
Connect the electrostatic mat securely to the machine so that the terminal of the machine and the terminal of the electrostatic mat are aligned.
Close-up view showing the alignment of the "Terminal on the Machine" and the "Terminal on the Electrostatic Mat".
Load Media
Place the electrostatic protection sheet over the electrostatic mat and load the media.
* Refer to "How to Secure the Media."
Remove Electrostatic Mat
To remove the electrostatic mat, press the button (?) on the left and right of the electrostatic mat and pull it off from the machine at the same time.
View showing the electrostatic mat in the machine, with arrows pointing to the "Button" locations on either side for removal.
How to Secure the Media
To prevent the generation of an electrostatic charge, be sure to place the electrostatic protection sheet over the electrostatic mat during use.
Additional Information
- Some media cannot be secured depending on the material. In such a case, use a masking tape to secure it.
- If air enters the gap between the electrostatic mat and the media when loading the media, let the air out before drawing a diagram.
For Portrait4
Place Protection Sheet and Load Media
Place the electrostatic protection sheet (8.5 in. x 12 in.) over the electrostatic mat and load the media.
* Load it by aligning the media with the top left corner.
Close-up of the media loading area. Shows "Electrostatic Protection Sheet" over "Electrostatic Mat". "Media" is positioned at the "Media Loading Position", aligned with the "Transparent Film".
Press Media and Suction Button
Press the media down lightly and press the electrostatic suction button. The media is secured by electrostatic suction.
View showing the "Media" on the "Electrostatic Mat" with the "Electrostatic Suction Button" highlighted.
Check Suction Lamp
Check that the lamp above the electrostatic suction button (?) turns on and that it is functioning properly.
Close-up of the "Electrostatic Suction Button" area, showing the indicator lamp.
Adjust Pinch Rollers
Remove the lever (right) of the Pinch Roller Unit, and load the Pinch Rollers so that they sit above the transparent film on both sides.
* Align the left edge of the transparent film against the Guiding Line on the front panel.
Diagram showing the "Pinch Roller Unit" with the "Lever" disengaged. "Pinch Rollers" are positioned above the "Transparent Film". A "Guiding Line" is indicated.
Feed Media
With the leading edge of the electrostatic mat panel butted against the pinch rollers (in the direction of the arrow ➡️), check that the pinch roller unit lever (right) are locked, and press the media load button to start feeding the media.
View showing the "Load Button" and "Electrostatic Suction Button". The diagram indicates the direction of media feeding against the pinch rollers.
For CAMEO5
Place Protection Sheet and Load Media
Place the electrostatic protection sheet (12 in.) over the electrostatic mat and load the media.
* Load it by aligning the media with the top left corner.
Close-up of the media loading area for CAMEO5. Shows "Electrostatic Protection Sheet" over "Electrostatic Mat". "Media" is positioned at the "Media Loading Position", aligned with the "Transparent Film".
Press Media and Suction Button
Press the media down lightly and press the electrostatic suction button. The media is secured by electrostatic suction.
View showing the "Media" on the "Electrostatic Mat" with the "Electrostatic Suction Button" highlighted.
Check Suction Lamp
Check that the lamp above the electrostatic suction button (?) turns on and that it is functioning properly.
Close-up of the "Electrostatic Suction Button" area, showing the indicator lamp.
Adjust Rollers
Release the two auxiliary roller locks, release the lever (right) of the pinch roller unit, and position the pinch rollers so that they sit above the transparent film on both sides.
* Align the left edge of the transparent film against the Guiding Line on the front panel.
Diagram showing the "Pinch Roller Unit" and "Auxiliary Roller" with levers disengaged. "Pinch Rollers" are positioned above the "Transparent Film". A "Guiding Line" is indicated.
Feed Media
With the leading edge of the electrostatic mat panel butted against the pinch rollers (in the direction of the arrow ➡️), check that the pinch roller unit lever (right) and auxiliary roller are locked, and press the media load button to start feeding the media.
View showing the "Load Button" and "Electrostatic Suction Button". The diagram indicates the direction of media feeding against the pinch rollers.
How to Replace the Electrostatic Mat Roller Guard Tape
If the cutting does not have the proper finish, the roller guard tape may be worn or deteriorated. Follow the procedure below to replace the tape.
Slide Mat Out
Slide the edge of the electrostatic mat in the direction of the arrow (➡️), and pull it about halfway out from the electrostatic mat unit.
* Refer to "How to Install and Remove the Electrostatic Mat."
Diagram showing the electrostatic mat being partially slid out of its unit, with an arrow indicating the direction of movement.
Turn Over and Pull Out
Turn over the electrostatic mat unit and pull out the electrostatic mat until all of the roller guard tape is visible.
Illustration of the "Back Side of Electrostatic Mat Unit" with the electrostatic mat being pulled out to reveal the roller guard tape.
Remove Old Tape
Remove the roller guard tape on the left and right sides.
Diagram showing the electrostatic mat unit with arrows indicating the removal of the "Roller Guard Tape" from the left and right sides.
Affix New Tape
Affix the replacement roller guard tape along the white lines on both sides.
Diagram showing the electrostatic mat unit with dashed lines indicating where to apply the "Replacement Roller Guard Tape" on both sides.
