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USER’S GUIDE
Electronic Shape-Cutting Machine
and Handheld Remote Control

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WELCOME
WELCOME
Brace yourself for the total eclips!
It all starts with one touch. e eclips™ Electronic Shape-Cutting Machine and Handheld Remote
Control combines the creativity of award-winning Sizzix artwork with the amazing cutting
precision and remote-controlled intelligence of our most innovative creative product ever.
With just the touch of a button, you can create spot-on shapes and letters to adorn almost
anything imaginable. In addition, several different image-enhancing features help transform any
shape into a customizable creation. Want to change things up a bit? Just change the cartridge
and change your possibilities! Best of all, everything you need to get started is right here –
no computer required!
For Tips & Tricks, software updates and more, visit Sizzix.com.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome.............................. 2
Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Contents .............................. 5
Accessories............................5
Set Up ............................... 6
Connecting............................6
Setting Your Blade Depth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Inserting Blade in Blade Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Installing the Cutting Blade Holder. . . . . . . . . . .7
Workspace ............................8
StartingtheMachine.....................8
CuttingMat............................8
Placing Material on Cutting Mat . . . . . . . . .8
Loading Cutting Mat in Machine . . . . . . . . .8
Handheld Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Introduction Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Inserting a Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
EasyStartBasics....................... 11
Selecting Material Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Selecting Material Size. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
SelectingaShape ......................12
Cutting..............................12
SelectingaFont........................13
BlueandRedALTkeys...................13
BeyondtheBasics...................... 14
OptionsMenu.........................14
Solid.............................14
Outline ...........................14
Shadow...........................14
Pieces ............................14
Embellishments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Border............................15
AddtoQueue.........................15
EditQueue ........................15
AddtoFavs ..........................16
To Add to Favorites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
To Edit or Cut from Favorites . . . . . . . . . . .16
FunctionKeys .........................16
Setup ............................16
Fill...............................17
Fit...............................17
PIP ..............................17
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Actual ...........................18
Load/Unload.......................19
LastPt. ...........................19
Repeat............................19
Search ...........................19
Advanced............................. 20
SpeedSettings.........................20
PressureSettings.......................20
Adjusting for the Perfect Cut . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Blade & Material Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Laser Calibration Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
DimensionsSetting.....................22
LaserSetting..........................23
CutPreview...........................23
Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Maintenance.......................... 25
Cutting Blade Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Cleaning the Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Troubleshooting ....................... 27
End User License Agreement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Warranty............................. 29
Notes................................ 31
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY!
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury, read and understand all the instructions
and warnings that come with your eclips™ Electronic Shape-Cutting Machine and Handheld Remote
Control (“Product”).
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Product is an electrical device. Use with caution. Observe the following precautions:
• Do not operate Product on wet surfaces or near any water sources (tub,
shower, sink, etc.).
• Keep liquids and beverages away from Product.
• Unplug Product from outlet when not in use or before cleaning.
• Unplug Product when removing or installing Blades and/or Blade Holder.
PINCH HAZARD
Cutting Carriage can pinch fingers or hand. Feed Rollers can catch hair or clothing.
• Keep fingers away from moving parts.
• Keep hair and clothing away from moving parts.
CUTTING HAZARD
Cutting Blades are sharp. Handle with care.
• Keep fingers away from exposed blade.
Keep away from Children
• Choking hazard. Small parts.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES:
• Read and understand all the instructions and warnings that come with the Product.
• Always operate Product on a dry, clean, level surface.
• Do not operate Product with wet hands.
• Keep area of operation well lit.
• Do not operate Product near flammable liquids or gases.
• Do not operate Product out of doors.
• Do not unplug Product by tugging or pulling the power cord.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS and keep them near your eclips™ products.
Please visit Sizzix.com for more information about your eclips products.
The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
NOTICE

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USER’S GUIDE
Electronic Shape-Cutting Machine
and Remote Control
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USER’SGUIDE
ElectronicShape-Cutting Machine
and RemoteControl
1. eclips 12" (30.5cm) Shape-Cutting Machine
(Model # EC-C1200)
2. eclips Handheld Remote Control (Model # EC-R1200)
3. eclips Handheld Remote Control Cradle
4. eclips User‘s Guide – Multi-Language
5. Universal Power Supply
6. Power Cord
7. eclips Blade Holder
8. eclips Blades, Standard, 2 Pack
9. eclips Cartridge Easy-Store Case
10. eclips 12" x 12" (30.5cm x 30.5cm) Cutting Mat
11. 6' (1.8m) USB 2.0 Cable
12. eclips Starter Design and Font Cartridge
13. eclips Starter Design and Font Cartridge Booklet
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14. Shape and Font Cartridges – More shapes in fun
themes, styles and occasions
15. eclips Replacement Blades – Keeps cutting crisp
16. 12" x 24" (30.5cm x 61.0cm) Cutting Mat –
For longer cuts such as borders
17. Tool Kit – Set of useful tools to enhance shapes and
ensure easy removal from Cutting Mat
18. Spatula/Burnisher – Lifts shapes off Cutting Mat,
plus burnishes rub-on designs
19. Die Pick – Helps remove tiny cut pieces from Cutting Mat
20. Craft Knife – For precision cutting and trimming
21. Mini USB Cable – Connects Handheld Remote
Control to your computer for future software upgrades
SOLD SEPARATELY – Available at your local Sizzix retailer or online at Sizzix.com.
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CONTENTS
CONTENTS
ACCESSORIES

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Back of
Handheld Remote Control
Back of machine
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Printed on a ring around the Blade Holder top are Blade Depth Settings. Ranging from 1 to
6, these numbers can be selected individually by turning the wheel to the number relative
to the material you are using.
As a general rule, thinner materials such as paper and vinyl require a lower number
Blade Depth Setting, while thicker materials such as light chipboard and heavy cardstock
require a higher number Blade Depth Setting. For optimal results, try a test cut and make
necessary adjustments to the Blade Depth Setting before performing the final cut.
Depth Selection
Arrow
1. Plug Power Cord into Universal Power Supply.
2. Plug Universal Power Supply into back of eclips Machine.
3. Plug USB cable into back of eclips Machine.
4. Plug flat end of the USB cable into Handheld Remote Control.
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SET UP
SET UP
CONNECTING
SETTING YOUR BLADE DEPTH
DO NOT adjust blade depth while Machine is operating.
NOTICE
Lower number = Thinner material
Higher number = Thicker material

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Lift open Machine cover to expose
Carriage and Blade Holder Clamp.
Loosen Clamp by turning Clamp Screw
counterclockwise approximately 1/4 of
a turn. (Important: Spring on end of
Clamp Screw MUST be kept in place.)
Place Blade Holder into Clamp, making
sure that Depth Selection Arrow is
facing out.
1 2 3
Clamp Screw
Top edge of Clamp
Depth Selection
White Ring
Arrow
Carefully remove Blue Safety Cap from Blade,
exposing angled cutting edge.
Angled
Cutting edge
Blue
Safety Cap
Insert this end
into Blade Holder
Carefully insert non-cutting side of Blade into
hole at bottom of Blade Holder. Blade is held
in place magnetically.
Non-cutting side
Tighten Blade Holder by turning the
Clamp Screw clockwise until Blade
Holder is secure.
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Clamp Screw
White Ring
Clamp
Note that blade is exposed but barely
visible when inserted properly.
INSERTING BLADE IN BLADE HOLDER
INSTALLING THE CUTTING BLADE HOLDER
SET UP
CAUTION: CUTTING HAZARD Blade is sharp,
handle with care.
WARNING: MOVING PARTS
Keep fingers, hair and clothing away.
CAUTION: CUTTING HAZARD
Keep fingers away from exposed blade.
CAUTION: Always unplug Machine before
removing or installing Blade Holder.

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Plug Power Cord into wall outlet.
1Press Power button (front of Machine shown). 2
Pressing Power button
again will turn the
Machine OFF.
Leave 12" to 24" clear space behind your eclips Machine to allow full Cutting Mat movement.
Place your eclips Machine at least 12" from the edge of your table to prevent it from tipping
over and causing possible injury.
Front
12" - 24"
12" – 24"
12"
PLACING MATERIAL ON CUTTING MAT
LOADING CUTTING MAT IN MACHINE
Peel back and remove plastic cover from
Cutting Mat.
Align material to be cut with top left edge
of Cutting Mat. Press evenly into place.
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Open cover and extend tray. (The Cutting
Mat can also be loaded with the Machine
cover closed.)
Align top edge of Cutting Mat against rollers and
push Load button. The Machine will automatically
move the Cutting Mat to Start position.
1 2
Rollers
Load Button
Tray
PLACEMENT
Replace plastic cover on
Cutting Mat when not in use.
WORKSPACE
STARTING THE MACHINE
SET UP
CUTTING MAT
Place eclips Machine on clean, level, dry and sturdy surface.
ENVIRONMENT
DO NOT unplug USB cable from Handheld Remote Control while Machine is
in use. This will cause data loss.
NOTICE
WARNING: MOVING PARTS
Keep fingers, hair and clothing away.
When removing more intricate shapes
from Cutting Mat, an eclips Spatula is
recommended (sold separately).
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Push the Load button
again to remove Cutting
Mat from Machine.

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Blade
Positioner
Control
Delete
ALT Blue
Rectangle
Screen
Navigator
Control
Function
Keys
Add to Queue
Display Window
Cut
Preview
Toggle Escape
Return
ALT Red
Circle
Shift
Options
Menu
Queue Display
Main Display
Selection Display
ALT keys add options to keypad.
When highlighted, red or blue keypad characters are active.
Cut
HANDHELD REMOTE CONTROL
HANDHELD REMOTE CONTROL
FUNCTION KEYS
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The Function Keys along the top of the keypad access additional features.
View the pages indicated below for details on how to use these keys.
Screen slides up

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Screen Navigator
Control
Select default language using Screen
Navigator Control and
press .
1Select default dimensions and
press .
2Enter your name and press . 3
Insert a cartridge to begin.
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Select eclips cartridge with logo side up.
1Slide eclips cartridge into right side of
Handheld Remote Control.
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English
Spanish
German
French
Select default language and
press
Inches
Millimeters
Select default dimension and
press
Please enter your name and
press
Megan
SPEED: 4
PRESSURE: 3
12"x12"
CARDSTOCK M
ADD TO FAV
SIZE 1.50" QTY: 1
Please insert Cartridge
Note that cartridges are
interchangeable while
Machine is on.
HANDHELD REMOTE CONTROL
INTRODUCTION SCREEN
INSERTING A CARTRIDGE