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 screen at nearly its actual size.
e Shows the stitch patterns.
f Shows additional pages that can be displayed (Illustration shows page 1 of 2.).
* All key functions of the LCD are explained in the “Key Functions” table on the following page.
Single needle/down position Single needle/up position
Twin needle/down position Twin needle/up position
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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 
changed. Press this key again to unlock the settings. 86
d Image keyPress this key to display an enlarged image of the selected stitch pattern. 92
e Home page screen 
keyPress this key anytime it is displayed to return to the home page screen and 
select a different category - “Sewing”, “Embroidery” or “Embroidery edit”. 28
f Stitch selection 
displayPress the key for the pattern you want to sew. Use 
 
 to change to different stitch groups. 91
g Edge sewing key Using the built-in camera, press this key to measure the width of the area from 
the edge of the fabric to the stitch and set the camera for edge sewing. 148
h Needle mode 
selection key (single/
double)Press this key to select twin needle sewing mode. The sewing mode changes 
between single needle mode and twin needle mode each time you press the 
key. If the key display is light gray, the selected stitch pattern cannot be sewn in 
the twin needle mode. 60
i Retrieve key Press this key to retrieve a saved pattern. 93
j Manual memory key Change the stitch pattern settings (zigzag width and stitch length, thread 
tension, automatic thread cutting or aut omatic reinforcement stitching, etc.), 
then save them by pressing this key. Five sets of settings can be saved for a 
single stitch pattern. 92
k Reset keyPress this key to return the selected stitch pattern saved settings to the default 
settings. 78-79
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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 position, change the volume of 
operation beep, adjust the pattern or screen, and change other machine 
settings. 35
p Stitch width and stitch 
length keyShows the zigzag width and stitch length settings of the currently selected stitch 
pattern. You can use the plus and minus keys to adjust the zigzag width and 
stitch length settings. 78
q Thread tension key Shows the autom atic thread tension setting of the currently selected stitch 
pattern. You can use the plus and minus keys to change the thread tension 
settings. 79
r Mirror image key Press this key to create a mirror image of the selected stitch pattern. If the key 
display is light gray, a mirror image of the selected stitch pattern cannot be 
sewn. 91
s Automatic thread 
cutting keyPress this key to set the automatic thread cutting function. Set the automatic 
thread cutting function before sewing to have the machine automatically sew 
reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of sewing (depending on the 
pattern, the machine may sew reverse stitches) and trim the threads after 
sewing. 82
t Automatic 
reinforcement stitch 
keyPress this key to use the automatic reinforcement stitching (reverse stitching) 
setting. If you select this setting before sewing, the machine will automatically 
sew reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of sewing (depending on 
the pattern, the machine may sew reverse stitches).  81
u Free motion mode key Press this key to enter free motion sewing mode.
The presser foot is raised to an appropr iate height and the feed dog is lowered 
for free motion quilting. 116
v Pivot keyPress this key to select the pivot setting. When the pivot setting is selected, 
stopping the machine lowers the needle and slightly raises the presser foot 
automatically. In addition, when sewing is restarted, the presser foot is 
automatically lowered.
 If this key appears as  , the pivot function cannot be used.
 Be sure the needle position on page 36 of Machine Settings is set to the  down position. 84
w Pattern display size Shows the approximate size of the pattern selected.
: Nearly the same size as the sewn pattern
: 1/2 the size of the sewn pattern
: 1/4 the size of the sewn pattern
* The actual size of the sewn pattern may differ depending on the type of  fabric and thread that is used. 91
x Scroll key
Press   or  , to move one page at a time, or touch anywhere on the bar 
to jump ahead for additional pages of stitches.
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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 computer
■Using USB Media or Embroidery 
Card Reader/USB Card Writer 
Module*
When sending or reading patterns using the USB 
media or the embroidery card Reader/USB card 
writer module*, connect the device to the primary 
(top) USB port.
The primary (top) USB port processes the data faster 
than the other ports.
* 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.
a Primary (top) USB port
b USB media a
Primary (top) USB port
b Embroidery card Reader/USB card writer module *
Note
 The processing speed may vary by port 
selection and quantity of data.
 Do not insert anything other than USB  media into the USB media port. Otherwise, 
the USB media drive may be damaged.
Note
 Two USB media cannot be used with this 
machine at the same time. If two USB media 
are inserted, only the USB media inserted 
first is detected.
 Use only an embroidery card reader  designed for this machine. Using an 
unauthorized embroidery card reader may 
cause your machine to operate incorrectly.
 Embroidery patterns cannot be saved from  the machine to an embroidery card inserted 
into a connected USB card writer module.
Memo
 USB media is widely used, however some USB media may not be usable with this 
machine. Please visit our website for more 
details.
 Depending on the type of USB media being  used, either directly plug the USB device 
into the machine’s USB port or plug the USB 
media Reader/Writer into the machine’s 
USB port.
 You can plug the optional embroidery card  Reader/USB card writer module * into the 
primary (top) or center port, when the mouse 
or the pen tablet is not connected.
 You can plug a USB media into the center  port, but the primary (top) USB port 
processes the data faster. It is 
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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
When the mouse is connected, the pointer appears 
on the screen. Move the mouse to position the 
pointer over the desired key, and then click the left 
mouse button.
a Pointer
■Changing Pages
Rotate the mouse wheel to switch through the tabs 
of the pattern selection screens.
Note
 The connectors on the USB cable can only 
be inserted into a port in one direction. If it is 
difficult to insert the connector, do not insert 
it with force. Check the orientation of the 
connector.
 For details on the position of the USB port  on the computer (or USB hub), refer to the 
instruction manual for the corresponding 
equipment.
Note
 Do not perform operations with the mouse at the same time that you are touching the 
screen with your finger or the included touch 
pen.
 A USB mouse can be connected or discon- nected at any time.
 Only the left mouse button and its wheel can  be used to perform operations. No other but-
tons can be used.
 The mouse pointer does not appear in the  camera view window, the screen saver or 
the home page screen.
Memo
 Double-clicking has no effect.
Memo
 If page numbers and a vertical scroll bar for additional pages are displayed, rotate the 
mouse wheel or click the left mouse button 
with the pointer on  /  or 
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display the previous or next page.
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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 the sewing 
machine, it is activated when the pointer appears on 
the screen.
The blue LED light on the tablet is the main 
indicator for hardware operation. The LED normally 
stays off, and will turn on when you touch the 
surface of the pen tablet with the tablet pen.
aWorking area of the pen tablet
b Blue LED light
Note
 The pen tablet can be connected or 
disconnected at any time.
 Do not perform any operations with the pen  tablet at the same time that you are touching 
the machine’s LCD screen with your finger 
or the included touch pen (stylus).
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Memo
 Working area of the pen tablet differs depending on performing functions of the 
sewing machine.
a Working area for normal machine operation
b Working area when drawing with the pen tablet 
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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 zigzag width (see page 115).
b Make adjustments to character or decorative stitch patterns (see page 162).
c Adjust the presser foot height. (Select the height of the presser foot when the presser foot is raised.)
d Adjust the presser foot pressure. (The higher the number, the greater the pressure will be. Set the pressure at “3” for 
normal sewing.)
e Select whether “1-01 Straight stitch (Left)” or “1-03 Straight  stitch (Middle)” is the utility stitch that is automatically 
selected when the machine is turned on.
f Change the height of the presser foot when sewing is stopped when the pivot setting is selected (see page 84). 
Adjust the presser foot to one of the three heights (3.2 mm, 5.0 mm and 7.5 mm).
g Change the height of the presser foot when the machine is set to free motion sewing mode (see page 116).
h When set to “ON”, the thickness of the fabric is automatically detected by an internal sensor while sewing. This 
enables the fabric to be fed smoothly (see pages 76 and 85).
i Press to save a settings screen image to USB media (see page 39).
Memo
 Press   or   to display a different settings screen.
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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 the brightness of the Needle Area and Work Area Lights.
d Change the speaker volume.
e Change the shape of the pointer when a USB mouse is used (see page 39).
f Turn both the upper and bobbin thread sensor “ON” or “OFF”. If it is turned “OFF”, the machine can be used without 
thread.
g Select the length of time until the screen saver appears. A setting between “OFF” (0) and “60” minutes can be set in 
1-minute increments.
h Change the image of the screen saver (see page 40).
i Select the initial screen that is displayed when the machine is turned on (see page 41).
j Press “ON” when using the embroidery data creation software My Custom Design. Refer to the instruction manual 
(PDF format) stored in the My Custom Design CD included in this machine.
k Change the display language (see page 41).
l Change the screen display brightness (see page 342).
 CAUTION
 If “Upper and Bobbin Thread Sensor” is set to “OFF”, remove the upper thread. If the machine is used 
with the upper thread threaded, the machine will not be able to detect if the thread has become tangled. 
Continuing to use the machine with tangled thread may cause damage.
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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 program version of the machine.
r Press to save a settings screen image to USB 
media (see page 39).
Embroidery settings
* Refer to Operation Manual Addendum, for the detailed instruction of the embroidery foot “W2” setting.
aSelect from among 14 embroidery frame displays 
(see page 238).
b Change the thread color display on the embroidery 
screen; thread number, color name (see page 
237).
c When the thread number “#123” is selected, select 
from six thread brands (see page 237).
d Adjust the maximum embroidery speed setting 
(see page 237).
e Adjust the upper thread tension for embroidering 
(see page 233).
f Select the height of the embroidery foot during 
embroidering (see page 200).
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 The latest version of software is installed in your machine. Check with your local authorized Brother 
dealer or at “ http://solutions.brother.com ” for available updates (see page 363).
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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 position (see page 211).
n Press to specify the size of pattern thumbnails (see page 43).
o Press to save a settings screen image to USB media (see page 39).
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