Brother Innovis 4500 D Manual
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USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Character/Decorative Stitches 139 4 Saving Stitch Patterns in the Computer Using the included USB cable, the sewing machine can be connected to your computer, and the stitch patterns can be temporarily retrieved from and saved on your computer. a aa aPlug the USB cable connector into the corresponding USB port connectors for the computer and for the machine. * The USB cable can be plugged into the USB port connectors on the computer and machine whether or not they are turned on. a USB port connector for computer b USB cable connector → The “Removable Disk” icon will appear in “My Computer” on the computer. b bb bPress . c cc cPress . * Press to return to the original screen without saving. → The stitch pattern will be temporarily saved to “Removable Disk” under “My Computer”. Note Do not turn the main power to OFF while the “Saving ” screen is displayed. You will lose the stitch pattern you are saving. Note The connectors on the USB cable can only be inserted into a connector in one direction. If it is difficult to insert the connector, do not insert it with force and check the orientation of the connector. For details on the position of the USB port on the computer, refer to the instruction manual for the corresponding equipment. a b
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION 140 d dd dSelect the stitch pattern ’s .pmu file and copy the file to the computer. Retrieving Stitch Patterns from the Machine ’s Memory a aa aPress . → The pocket selection screen appears. b bb bChoose a stitch pattern to retrieve. * Press so the pattern saved in that pocket appears. If the entire saved stitch pattern is not displayed, press to view the entire stitch pattern. * Press to return to the original screen without saving. a Pockets holding saved stitch patterns c cc cPress . * Press to delete the stitch pattern. → The selected stitch pattern is retrieved and the sewing screen will be displayed. Note Do not turn off the machine while the “Sav- ing ” screen is showing. You may lose the data. a
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Character/Decorative Stitches 141 4 Recalling from USB Media You can recall a specific stitch pattern from either direct USB media or a folder in the USB media. If the stitch pattern is in a folder, check each folder to find the stitch pattern. a aa aInsert the USB Media into the USB port connector on the machine (see page 138). b bb bPress . → Stitch patterns and a folder in a top folder are displayed. c cc cPress when there is a subfolder to sort two or more stitch patterns to USB media, the stitch pattern in the subfolder is displayed. * Press to return to the original screen without recalling. a Folder name b Stitch patterns in a folder show only the first pattern of any combined patterns. c Path → The path shows the current folder at the top of the list. Stitch patterns and a subfolder within a folder are displayed. * Press to return to the previous folder. d dd dPress the key of the stitch pattern you want to recall. e ee ePress . * Press to delete the stitch pattern. The pattern will be deleted from the USB media. → The selected stitch pattern is recalled and the sewing screen will be displayed. a b c
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION 142 Recalling from the Computer a aa aPlug the USB cable connector into the corresponding USB connectors for the computer and for the machine (see page 139). b bb bOn the computer, open “My Computer ” then go to “ Removable Disk ”. c cc cMove/copy the pattern data to “Removable Disk ”. → Stitch pattern data in “Removable Disk” is written to the machine. d dd dPress . → The stitch patterns in the computer are displayed on the selection screen. e ee ePress the key of the stitch pattern you want to recall. * Press to return to the original screen without recalling. f ff fPress . * Press to delete the stitch pattern. The pattern will be deleted from the “Removable Disk” folder in your computer. → The selected stitch pattern is recalled and the sewing screen will be displayed. Note While data is being written, do not discon- nect the USB cable. Do not create folders within “Removable Disk” . Since folders are not displayed, stitch pattern data within folders cannot be recalled. Note The pattern recalled from the computer is only temporarily written to the machine. It is erased from the machine when the machine is turned off. If you wish to keep the stitch pattern, store it in the machine (see “ Saving Stitch Patterns in the Machine ’s Memory ” on page 136).
Chapter 5 Embroidery BEFORE EMBROIDERING ............................144 Embroidery Step by Step ................................................. 144 Attaching Embroidery Foot “W”..................................... 145 Attaching the Embroidery Unit ....................................... 146 About the Embroidery Unit .................................................... 146 Removing the Embroidery Unit .............................................. 147 SELECTING PATTERNS .................................149 Copyright Information............................................................ 149 Pattern Selection Screens ....................................................... 150 Selecting Embroidery Patterns/Heirloom Patterns/Border Patterns/Cross stitch Patterns/Floral alphabet Patterns .. 151 Selecting Alphabet Character Patterns............................ 152 Selecting Frame Patterns................................................. 153 Selecting Patterns from Embroidery Cards...................... 154 About Embroidery Cards (Sold Separately)............................. 154Selecting Patterns from USB media/Computer ............... 154 VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN .................155 Key Functions ......................................................................... 156 PREPARING THE FABRIC .............................157 Attaching Iron-on Stabilizers (backing) to the Fabric...... 157 Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame ................. 158 Types of Embroidery Frames .................................................. 158 Inserting the Fabric ................................................................ 159 Using the Embroidery Sheet ................................................... 160 Embroidering Small Fabrics or Fabric Edges ................... 160 Embroidering Small Fabrics .................................................... 160 Embroidering Edges or Corners .............................................. 160 Embroidering Ribbons or Tape ............................................... 161 ATTACHING THE EMBROIDERY FRAME .....162 Removing the Embroidery Frame ........................................... 162 CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION ....163 Checking the Pattern Position ......................................... 163 Previewing the Completed Pattern ................................. 164 SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN ......... 165 Sewing Attractive Finishes .............................................. 165 Embroidery Needle Plate Cover ............................................. 165Sewing Embroidery Patterns ........................................... 166 When Threading Manually ..................................................... 167Sewing Embroidery Patterns Which Use Appliqu é.......... 168 ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESS.......................................................170 If the Bobbin Runs Out of Thread ................................... 170 If the Thread Breaks During Sewing ............................... 171 Restarting from the Beginning ........................................ 172 Resuming Embroidery After Turning Off the Power........ 172 MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS ..... 174 Adjusting Thread Tension ................................................174 Correct Thread Tension ..........................................................174 Upper Thread is Too Tight ......................................................174 Upper Thread is Too Loose .....................................................174 Using the Automatic Thread Cutting Function (END COLOR TRIM) .......................................................175 Using the Thread Trimming Function (JUMP STITCH TRIM) ..............................................................................175 Selecting the length of JUMP STITCH not to trim ...................176Adjusting the Embroidery Speed ......................................176 Changing the Thread Color Display .................................177 Changing the Embroidery Frame Display.........................178 REVISING THE PATTERN............................. 179 Changing the Pattern Position .........................................179 Aligning the Pattern and the Needle ................................180 Changing the Size ............................................................181 Rotating the Pattern.........................................................182 Creating a Horizontal Mirror Image ................................183 Changing the Density (Alphabet Character and Frame Patterns Only) .................................................................183 Changing the Colors of Alphabet Character Patterns ......184 USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION ............. 185 Embroidery Data Precautions ..........................................185 Types of Embroidery Data that can be Used ...........................185 Types of USB Devices/Media that can be Used ......................185 Computers and Operating Systems with the Following Specifications can be Used .....................................................186 Precautions on Using the Computer to Create and Save Data..........186 Tajima (.dst) Embroidery Data ................................................186 Trademarks .............................................................................186 Saving Embroidery Patterns in the Machine ’s Memory ....187 If the Memory is Full ...............................................................187Saving Embroidery Patterns to USB Media (Commercially Available) ................................................189 Saving Embroidery Patterns in the Computer ..................190 Retrieving Patterns from the Machine’ s Memory .............191 Recalling from USB Media ...............................................191 Recalling from the Computer ..........................................192 EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS .................... 194 Using a Frame Pattern to Make an Appliqu é (1) ..............194 Using a Frame Pattern to Make an Appliqu é (2) ..............195
BEFORE EMBROIDERING 144 BEFORE EMBROIDERING Embroidery Step by Step Follow the steps below to prepare the machine for embroidery. Step #AimActionPage 1 Presser foot attachment Attach embroidery foot “W ”. 145 2 Checking the needle Use needle 75/11 for embroidery. * 41 3 Embroidery unit attachment Attach the embroidery unit. 146 4 Bobbin thread setup For the bobbin thread, wind embroidery bobbin thread and set it in place. 23 5 Fabric preparation Attach a stabilizer material to the fabric, and hoop it in the embroidery frame. 157 6 Pattern selection Turn the main power to ON, and select an embroidery pattern. 149 7 Embroidery frame attachment Attach the embroidery frame to the embroidery unit. 162 8 Checking the layout Check and adjust the size and position of the embroidery. 163 9 Embroidery thread setup Set up embroidery thread according to the pattern. 29 * It is recommended that a 90/14 needle should be used when embroidering on heavy weight fabrics or stabilizing products (for ex ample; denim, puffy foam, etc.). Step 3 Step 1, 2 Step 7 Step 5 Step 4 Step 6, 8 Step 9
BEFORE EMBROIDERING Embroidery 145 5 Attaching Embroidery Foot “W” a aa aPress the “Needle Position” button to raise the needle. b bb bPress . → The entire screen becomes white, and all keys and operation buttons are locked. c cc cRaise the presser foot lever. d dd dPush the black button on the presser foot holder and remove the presser foot. a Black button b Presser foot holder → Remove the presser foot from the presser foot holder. e ee eUse the included screwdriver to loosen the screw of the presser foot holder, then remove the presser foot holder. a Screwdriver b Presser foot holder c Presser foot holder screw → Remove the presser foot holder. f ff fPosition embroidery foot “W” on the presser foot bar so that the arm of embroidery foot “W” is behind the needle holder and the wiper is behind the needle. a Arm b Needle holder c Presser foot holder screw d Wiper CAUTION When attaching a presser foot, always press on the screen. You may accidentally press the “Start/Stop” button and possibly cause injury. Be sure to use embroidery foot “W” when doing embroidery. Using another presser foot may cause the needle to strike the presser foot, causing the needle to bend or break and possibly cause injury. a b ac b c a b d
BEFORE EMBROIDERING 146 g gg gHold the embroidery foot in place with your right hand, and then use the included screwdriver to securely tighten the presser foot holder screw. h hh hPress to unlock all keys and buttons. → All keys and operation buttons are unlocked, and the previous screen is displayed. Attaching the Embroidery Unit About the Embroidery Unit a aa aTurn the main power to OFF, and remove the flat bed attachment. b bb bOpen the cover of the connection port. CAUTION Use the included screwdriver to firmly tighten the screw of the presser foot holder. If the screw is loose, the needle may strike the presser foot and possibly cause injury. CAUTION Do not move the machine with the embroidery unit attached. The embroidery unit could fall off and cause injury. Keep your hands and foreign objects away from the embroidery carriage and frame when the machine is embroidering. Otherwise, injury may result. If the embroidery unit could not be initialized correctly, a buzzer will sound. If this happens, go through the initialization process again. This is not a malfunction. Note You can also sew utility/decorative stitches with the embroidery unit attached. Set the feed dog position switch on the embroidery unit to the appropriate setting. Be sure to turn off the power before install- ing the embroidery unit. Otherwise, the machine may be damaged. Do not touch the inner connector of the embroidery unit. The pins on the embroidery unit connection may be damaged. Do not apply strong force to the embroidery unit carriage or pick up the unit by the car- riage. Otherwise, the embroidery unit may be damaged. Store the embroidery unit in the proper stor- age case. CAUTION Be sure to replace the cover when the embroidery unit is not installed.
BEFORE EMBROIDERING Embroidery 147 5 c cc cInsert the embroidery unit connection into the machine connection port. Push lightly until the unit clicks into place. a Embroidery unit connection b Machine connection port c Feed dog position switch d dd dTurn the main power to ON. → The following message will appear. e ee ePress . → The carriage will move to the initialization position. Removing the Embroidery Unit a aa aPress either or , then press . →The carriage will move to the removal position. b bb bTurn the main power to OFF. Note Be sure there is no gap between the embroi- dery unit and the sewing machine. If there is a gap, the embroidery patterns will not embroider with the correct registration. Do not push on the carriage when installing the embroidery unit onto the machine. Mov- ing the carriage may damage the embroi- dery unit. Be sure to set the feed dog position switch to right to lower the feed dogs. bac Note A confirmation message to lower the frame- securing lever after the carriage moves to its initial position. The message will disappear after 15 sec- onds or press to move to the next step. CAUTION Always remove the embroidery frame before pressing . Otherwise, the frame may strike the embroidery foot, and possibly cause injury. The embroidery unit will not fit in the storage case if this step is not done. Note Be sure to turn off the machine before attaching the embroidery unit, otherwise damage to the machine may result.
BEFORE EMBROIDERING 148 c cc cHold down the release button, and pull the embroidery unit away from the machine. a Release button CAUTION Do not carry the embroidery unit by holding the release button compartment. Be sure to close the cover of the connection port when the embroidery unit is not being used. a