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Origin
Handheld CNC Precision
Getting Started Guide
- Getting Started Guide
- Creating a Shaper Account on Origin
- Updating Origin's Software
- Updating Your Origin via USB drive
- Log Into Your Profile on a Computer or Tablet
- Quick Start Guide, Usage and Safety Instructions, and Regulatory Information for Origin Gen 2
- Personal Safety
- Product manual of Shaper Origin Gen 1
- Log into Your Profile on Origin
- Updating Origin via USB drive
- Updating your Origin via Wi-Fi
Workspace Setup
Scanning
Design Mode
- Creating a Grid
- Gridding Techniques
- Zoom
- Placing a Design in a Scanned Workspace
- How to Cut a Circle
- How to Cut a Rectangle
- How to use Polygon
- How to Cut a Slot
- Using the Pen Tool
- Export from Origin
- Copying an Object
- Removing a Design
- Moving Objects
- Mirror
- Using Position
- Anchor Selection
- Custom Anchors
- Import Workspace
- Probe Extensions + Export
Extensions
Cut Mode
Cutting Principles and Techniques
Issues when Cutting
Error Messages
- Common Error Messages
- "Loaded Design Has No Elements" Error Message
- "Origin Was Moved Outside of the Cutting Range" Error Message
- "Aborting Cut" Error Message
- "Tape Movement Detected" Error Message
- "Aborting cut - Ensure Origin can see sufficient ShaperTape" Error Message
- Wi-Fi Compatibility Mode (Gen2)
- Wi-Fi Connectivity Troubleshooting
- Understanding Origin's Error Messages
Tips and Tricks
Origin FAQs
- Which Version of Origin do I have?
- How does Shaper Origin work?
- Where's the Shaper Origin Manual?
- How long does it take to set up Origin?
- How can I get updates about Origin?
- What software can I use with Origin?
- Do I have to be a CNC expert to work with Origin?
- Will wood density and knots affect the cutting performance?
- What does Origin weigh?
- How does Origin compare to other CNC systems?
- Getting Emails From Shaper
- Will Origin always work as an offline tool?
- What is "Workspace Memory"?
- How large of a project can Origin handle?
- Can I do 3D/Relief milling ?
- Can you use a keyhole router bit?
- How precise is Origin?
- What does "auto-correct for your hands" mean?
- What is Shaper Origin?
- What design software can I use with Origin?
- What’s included in my Origin order?
- Can Origin Retract Before I Damage My Workpiece?
- How can I get updates about Shaper products?
- Do parts fit together "right off the tool" or is some sanding needed?
- What can I make?
- Can I engrave with Origin?
- Where can I see a demo?
- Is Origin secure?
Usage FAQs
- Delete All Workspaces
- Safely Transporting Origin
- Regular Maintenance of Origin
- How do I remove the Transport Lock?
- Powering Down Origin
- How do I remove and reinstall the SM1 Spindle?
- How do I change the bit?
- Setting the default measurement of Origin
- Checking your Software Version
- How much ShaperTape do I need?
- Will Origin receive software updates?
- Can I print my own ShaperTape?