Brother Quattro 3 User Manual

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■Utility Stitch LCD Screen
Press a key with your finger to select the stitch pattern, to select a machine function, or to select an 
operation indicated on the key.
a Shows single or twin needle mode setting, and the needle stop position.
b Shows the name and code number of the selected stitch.
c Shows the presser foot code. Attach the presser foot indicated in this display before sewing.
d Shows a preview of the selected stitch.
When shown at 100%, the stitch appears in the...

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■Key Functions
No.DisplayKey NameExplanationPage
a Utility stitch key Press this key to select a straight stitch, zigzag stitch, buttonhole, blind hem 
stitch, or other stitches commonly used in garment construction. 91
b Character/Decorative 
stitch keyPress this key to select characte
r or decorative stitch patterns. 156
c Screen lock key Press this key to lock the screen.When the screen is locked, the various 
settings, such as the stitch width and stitch length, are locked and cannot be...

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lPresser foot/Needle 
exchange keyPress this key before changing the needle, t
he presser foot, etc. This key locks 
all key and button functions to prevent operation of the machine. 65-68
m Sewing machine help 
keyPress this key to see explanations on how to use the machine. 44
n Camera view key Touch this key to check the needle location as it is shown on the screen through 
the built in camera. 87
o Machine setting mode 
keyPress this key to change the needle stop...

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USB Connectivity
You can perform many functions using the USB 
ports on the machine. Connect the appropriate 
devices according to the feature of each ports.
aPrimary (top) USB port for media or card Reader/
USB card writer module*  (USB2.0)
* If you have purchased the PE-DESIGN Ver5 or later,  PE-DESIGN Lite or PED-BASIC, you can plug the 
included USB card writer module into the machine 
as an embroidery card reader, and recall patterns.
b USB port for mouse (USB1.1)
c USB port for...

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■Connecting the Machine to the 
Computer
Using the included USB cable, the sewing machine 
can be connected to your computer.
a USB port for computer
b USB cable connector
■Using a USB Mouse
The USB mouse, connected to the sewing 
machine, can be used to perform a variety of 
operations in the screens.
Connect a USB mouse to the USB 1.1 port marked 
with  . You can also connect a USB mouse to 
the other USB port (USB 2.0).
a USB port for mouse
b USB mouse
■Clicking a Key...

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■Using the Pen Tablet
The included pen tablet, connected to the sewing 
machine, can be used when creating your original 
embroidery pattern with My Custom Design. Also, 
you can use the pen tablet as a USB mouse when 
operating your sewing machine. Connect the pen 
tablet to the USB 1.1 port marked with  . You can 
also connect the pen tablet to the other USB port 
(USB 2.0) when not using the My Custom Design 
program.
a USB port for mouse
b Pen tablet
After connecting the pen tablet to...

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Using the Machine Setting Mode Key 
Press   to change the default machine settings (needle stop position, embroidery speed, opening 
display, etc.). To display the different settings screens, press   for “Sewing settings”,   for 
“General settings” or   for “Embroidery settings”.
Sewing settings
* Refer to Operation Manual Addendum, for the detailed instruction of the multi-function foot controller setting.
aSelect whether to use the sewing speed controller to determine the...

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General settings
aSelect the needle stop position (the needle position when the machine is not operating) to be up or down. Select the 
down position when using the pivot key.
b Select the operation of the “Needle Position - Stitch Placement” button from the following two sequences (see page 
86).
Each press of the “Needle Position - Stitch Placement” button:
“ON” – raises the needle, stops it at a nearly lowered position, then lowers it
“OFF” – raises the needle, then lowers it
c Change...

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mUse to certify your sewing machine when you 
purchase one of the upgrade kits.
n Display the service count which is a reminder to 
take your machine in for regular servicing. (Contact 
your authorized dealer for details.)
o Display the total number of stitches sewn on this 
machine.
p The “No.” is the internal machine number for the 
embroidery and sewing machine.
q Display the program version. “Version 1” shows the 
program version of the LCD panel, “Version 2” 
shows the...

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gChange the display units (mm/inch).
h Change the initial mode of the display (embroidery/embroidery edit).
i Change the color of the background for the embroidery display area (see page 42).
j Change the color of the background for the thumbnail area (see page 42).
k Adjust the distance between the pattern and the basting stitching (see page 299).
l Adjust the distance between the appliqué pattern and the outline (see page 300).
m Use to display the fabric while aligning the embroidery...