Brother Scan And Cut 2 Manual

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Advanced Cutting Functions
■Outline Distance
Specify the distance from the cutting line to the outline 
of the scanned image.
aPattern outline
bCutting line
cOutline distance
Available in the following screen
XThe setting screen appears. Touch   or   to 
change the setting.
■Outlining and Framing
Any shape can be specified as the cutting line for the 
scanned image.
Available in the following screen
XThe settings screen appears.
aOutlining
Touch this key to create a cutting line that follows the...

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A printed pattern or image or an original hand-drawn 
illustration can be scanned, converted to cutting 
lines for cutting/drawing with this machine, then 
saved as data.
Tutorial 4- Creating Cutting Data
In this tutorial, we will save an illustration drawn on 
paper as cutting data.
■Scanning
aTouch the “Scan” key in the home screen to 
select the scanning mode.
bSelect “Scan to Cut Data” in the scanning mode 
selection screen.
XA message appears.
cAttach the original to the mat, and then load 
the...

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aOutline detection
If you wish to cut/draw along the outline of an image, 
select this option to convert the outline of the image to 
a cutting line. This is useful for saving as data an 
illustration drawn for an appliqué.
bRegion detection
Select this option to detect the colored portions of an 
image as regions and create a cutting line around 
each region. Cutouts can be created using thick 
hand-drawn lines, such as borderlines of images or 
text illustrations. This option allows you to use not...

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cEdit the cutting data as necessary, and then cut 
or draw.
For details on finishing cutting, follow the procedures 
under “Loading the Mat” (page 20) and “Cutting” 
(page 21).
Memo
• Small spots and unwanted lines created during scanning can be deleted after a scanned image 
is converted to cutting data.
X After recalling the cutting data into the pattern 
layout screen, use the editing functions for 
selecting the spots to delete.
For details on the function, see “Selecting 
Multiple Patterns” on...

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cSpecify an object size smaller than which is not 
to be converted to cutting lines.
aMagnifying
cSize Adjustment Keys
eLocking/Unlocking the Aspect Ratio
1Cutting line created2No cutting line created
XTouch the “OK” key (d) to apply the settings. 
Touch  (b) to return to the previous screen 
without applying the settings.
■Setting Image Detection Level
Convert an image with a gradation or shading to a two-
tone (black and white) image, and then create cutting 
lines for that image.
In the following...

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A pattern printed on paper or fabric, an image, a 
pattern template or an original hand-drawn 
illustration can be scanned and saved as image data 
on a USB flash drive.
This is useful for saving the data of an original image 
as backup before cutting.
Notes on Scanning
■Scanning Specifications
•Scanning format: Color•Saved file format: jpg•Maximum scanning area: 296 mm × 298 mm (11 
3/4" × 11 3/4").
■Material That Can be Scanned
Memo
• In “Scan to USB” mode, the optional 12" × 24"...

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fSelect the size of the scanning area.
From the list, touch the key for the size of the original 
to be scanned. For this example, select the A4 size.
aSize selection keys
bTouch to cancel the setting and return to the 
previous screen.
cTouch to scroll through the list.
XAfter the selected key is highlighted, touch the 
“OK” key to finish specifying settings.
gTouch   (for “Scan Resolution”) to display 
the scanning resolution settings screen.
hSelect the scanning resolution.
From the list, touch...

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Chapter 5APPENDIX
Replacement Criteria
For the safe operation of this machine, replace the 
following consumables according to the replacement 
criteria. To purchase parts, contact the retailer who 
sold you this machine or the nearest authorized 
service center. For details on the optional 
accessories, see “OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES” on 
page 66.
Mat
• When the mat’s adhesive strength decreases
• When there are many cutting traces in the mat
Cutting blade
• When the cuts in the material become rough,...

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cPull up the holder to leave the blade in the 
rubber area.
■Installing
aGrasp the shaft of the new blade, and then 
insert it into the blade slot in the end of the 
holder.
The blade shaft is held in place by a magnet in the 
holder. Slowly insert the blade shaft, and then slowly 
release it after the shaft snaps into place against the 
magnet.
bTwist on the holder cap to attach it to the 
holder.
Fully tighten the cap until the blade extension reaches 
its maximum, and then loosen the cap until...

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Cleaning
■Cleaning the Mat
Cuttings and cut edges of patterns attached to the 
mat may reduce the mat’s adhesive strength and 
prevent correct operation. Periodically clean the 
mat. Using the included spatula, lightly scrape off 
any cuttings attached to the mat.
Use commercially available tweezers to remove any 
fabric threads attached to the mat.
Clean the dotted marks on the mat and their 
surrounding area.
Note
• Do not use alcohol or water to clean the mat.
• When the mat is not being used,...