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Draw Command
details and examples are given in the section on quilt pattern editing.    
Pattern Anchor  - There are four different pattern anchors used to  adjust patterns
, plus one special method to adjust patterns; Node Mode  . Each mode is identified
on the screen by different color resizing handles. Click a pattern once to select it
and see the resizing handles. Double click the pattern to change the pattern anchor
modes, rotating through all the appropriate modes. Each mode responds differently
to resizing because it is anchored at different points.
* F9   Edge - Move any resizing handle (purple) and the opposite  edge
 is
anchored.
* F10 Center - Move any resizing handle (orange) and the  center
 is anchored.
* F11 Endpoint - Move one of the resizing handles (blue squares that appear only at the startpoint or  endpoint
 of the pattern) and the other is anchored.
F11 - Endpoint anchors can not be used on block patterns since the
startpoint and endpoint is the same point. 
* F12 Stretch - Move any resizing handle (gray) and the opposite handle is anchored. Stretch
 is the only resizing method that allows a resizing
handle to change both height and width at the same time. This allows
the pattern to be stretched or skewed, which is very useful when fitting
a pattern into a not-so-perfect quilt block. 
* Node Mode - is also initiated by clicking on the shortcut icon, on the right. 
  
Set Sew Order
 (F8) - By default, CS will stitch patterns in the same order that they
are moved on to the preview area (screen). This command allows changes to be
made to the sewing order. It also allows the stitching direction to be reversed.  
Draw Boundary
- (Alt+B) Boundaries are created for general reference and for
receiving and resizing patterns. They can be defined  using icons
 and the sewing
head (to identify the actual shape of a quilt block). This command draws boundaries
on the screen  using the mouse
. The size of a boundary can automatically resize a
pattern to fit the space. 
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Draw Trim   - (Alt+T ) This is a special type of boundary used to remove or trim
away some part of the pattern(s) showing on the screen.  Trim boundaries can be
defined  using icons
 and the sewing head (to identify the actual shape of a quilt
block) but this command draws trims on the screen  using the mouse
. The Trim
icon  displays the choices:  Trim Inside
 or Trim Outside
 which determines what
part of the pattern will be concealed and not quilted. This is a temporary change to
the copy of the pattern(s) on the screen. It does not permanently affect the originals,
it just prevents the trimmed portion of the pattern from stitching out. 
Draw Sewable
 - Unlike drawn boundaries that do not stitch out, these drawings
will stitch out. Sewable drawings are all positioned using the mouse instead of the
sewing head. These drawings can be used with other patterns or independently. The
sewable drawing choices are:
arcs (Alt +A)  curves,(Alt +C)  lines (Alt +L) patterns (Alt +P) and freehand (Alt+F). 
Draw Measure  (Alt+M) - Allows images on the screen (boundaries, patterns, etc)
to be measured using the mouse. This gives a good approximation of the true size. 
Design It Yourself  -  For most experienced quilters, the drawing capabilities of
CS virtually eliminate the need for a separate piece of software to create and save
original patterns. Most Draw functions have keyboard shortcuts.     
2.2.5 Tools Command
The tools listed here are used as needed, to customize the quilting process. This
section describes briefly what they do.
  Technical Support
- There are many mechanical, electrical, and numeric settings
that are required to run CS. Some of the settings are defaults that can be changed
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to suit the quilter ’s preferences. These default settings are listed in the Controller
Definition Form in  Utility Functions
 and explained in detail in the chapter  Set
Stitching Defaults .
Technical Support  also covers Diagnostics
 (which are metrics that are used to run
diagnostic tests) and Test System (which is a routine used for troubleshooting). Both
are considered Restricted Areas - Do not modify any of the values without explicit
instructions from your dealer. 
Set Origin
- All graphics products need an origin but CS ’s ability to set a unique
origin point enables the projects to be repeatable, across machines. The repeatable
origin allows recovery from accidental (or end of the night) power shutdowns. It also
means that projects can be created for a whole quilt and the project can be sold /
shared to others.
Oil Stitcher
– This is a special routine that is an optional part of the regular
cleaning and maintenance. It runs the sewing head motor at varying speeds
backwards so the oil has a chance to penetrate some places that are otherwise hard
to reach. New machines and certain climates may require this to be done more
frequently.  See  Utility Functions
 for complete details.
Calibrate All
- Calibrating guarantees stitching accuracy. This is required when CS
is first installed, after loading new software versions or performing any significant
technical maintenance. This calibrates the Stitcher Motor, the Power Assist, and the
Record function. (see  Utility Functions
) 
Current Session Settings:  The following settings are inherited from the default
settings. Changes made here apply only to the current session:
Power Assist
 ON (or OFF)  This feature enables the machine head to move more
easily by adding a little motor power. This compensates for the weight of the
machine and is adjustable to suit each individual. 
Laser
 ON (or OFF) - The laser light is automatically turned on during certain
functions, but it can be turned on (or off) manually. If CS needs the laser light on, it
will turn it on automatically.
Needle
 ON (or OFF) - The needle can be turned OFF when a pattern is being
checked for proper positioning. By turning the needle off and the laser light on, CS
can move through the pattern and the light shows where the stitch line would
appear. This is like a rehearsal. Once the path is correct, turn the needle ON and
use the Restart function to repeat the motions, and stitch it out.   
Stitch in Points 
OFF (or ON) - When the Stitch in Points is set ON, the sewing head
will take an extra stitch in every point it encounters. This enhances some patterns by
making the point more precise.  
Thread Break Detect
 ON (or OFF) - When the Thread Break detector is ON, the 
sensor on the sewing head is enabled. It is possible to change the sensitivity of this
detector by changing the lag time before it registers - see Controller Definition
Form. 
 
Tieoffs
 ON (or OFF) - Tieoffs are the tiny stitches that are made at the beginning
and the end of a pattern or a line of stitching. They serve to knot the threads so the
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stitches will not easily come out. 
· Regular tieoffs are made before the pattern is stitched. Half of the tieoff stitches
are made going forward, the other half stitch backward, so the machine ends up at
the same spot before starting the pattern (or after ending the pattern). The result is
a very secure, but noticeable knot.   
· Competitive tieoffs are usually much smaller and do not stitch over themselves or
the pattern. They are made going forward as the start of the pattern, and at the
end of the pattern. They take the place of the first (and last)  portion of the pattern.
The result is a secure, almost invisible knot. 
Tip:  Any changes you make to these settings will affect the current session only.
When you shut down the system and restart it, the settings return to their default
values. To change defaults, see  Set Stitching Defaults
.
2.2.6 Help Command
Help is an integrated system that provides information about CreativeStudio. Click
Help or press F1 to view the user manuals Table of contents, to  use the Index of
key words, or search for key phrases.  About... will display the software version
numbers, the Controller serial number and the Security Key (dongle) serial number.
The Statler Stitcher Software License Agreement is included too. 
This ‘Help’ window will look very familiar to people who have used other help
systems. It is a split screen that allows navigating by topic on the left, and full
explanations of the selected topic on the right. It is possible to search for something
by browsing the table of contents, by browsing the index, or by doing a search for a
word or series of words. 
 
Many of the screens also have a Help icon “Help ?” which is a context sensitive
request for help. Click-on this icon once, then move to the object on the screen that
is not understood and click again. A short explanation appears or the help system
opens allowing search capabilities. 
 
Help - Using the Table of Contents.
The Table of Contents provides a convenient way to scan the content of the manual
quickly. The table of contents can be expanded to display all levels or compressed
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to show just the major sections. Any time a title is highlighted in the table of contents
on the left, the text associated with that title appears on the right. 
Help - Using the Index.
 
The Index provides a convenient way to look for a word and any variations of that
word. For example, typing in a general term like the word Repeat would point to the
place in the index that would precede repeat pattern icon, repeat pattern setup,
repeat setting details, repeats and rows, etc. Highlighting a word and clicking
Display  will show the detail on the right. If a word appears more than once, a list
will be presented and you will be asked to make a choice before the detail is shown
on the right.   
Help - Using the Search feature.
The search function will search the entire CS User Manual database looking for a
match. Instead of displaying all of the matches, CS displays a list of titles (section
titles) and locations (chapter names) to help you choose the right match. Click on
Display to show the actual text from the CS User Manual. 
Help - About your Statler Stitcher System
.
Some day you might call for support and you will be asked what version of software
you are running and what Controller Mod you have. These are good things to know,
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perhaps on the first page of this printed user manual. 
Tip:  Every Statler Stitcher controller has a serial number assigned to it. Similarly,
every new style security key (dongle) has a serial number also. Some pattern
designers are encrypting purchased patterns with the serial numbers to prevent
patterns from being shared inappropriately. So, dont be surprised if you are asked
for your controller serial number when you are buying a new pattern. 
Help - Statler Stitcher Software License Agreement .
Like all proprietary software companies, Statler Stitcher has certain terms you agree
to when you buy and install the CreativeStudio software. Basically it says that Statler
has done its due diligence in providing a world class software program, and that the
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2.3 Function Keys
Function Keys are shortcuts for features that would require several clicks using the
mouse and the Main Screen. 
  
F1 - Help . 
No matter where you are in the CreativeStudio® Screens, you can just press the
F1-Help Key and you will be presented with the Help system that is integrated
into the software. 
F2 - Virtual Stitchout
When modifying or creating a new pattern, it is advisable to check the sewing
path before saving (exporting) the pattern. F2 - initiates a process that checks
the path, and boinks if there are breaks found. This Virtual Stitchout does not
require that pattern to actually be stitched out - it is just simulated.
F3
 (available)
F4
 (available)
F5 
- Keypad ResetMost of the CreativeStudio® features can be initiated using the keypad mounted
on the sewing head. The purpose of this is to expedite the quilting process.
When complicated features take time, and the quilter attempts to exit that feature
and try something else, the keypad can get confused. The safest way to handle
this situation is for the keypad to stop responding. To reset the keypad, simply
press F5.
F6
 (available)
F7 Node Mode
 - The selected patterns are shown with nodes showing, allowing
the pattern to be modified using the mouse.
F8 - Set Sewing Order
 - Displays all the patterns on the screen, and labels each
with  a number (stitching sequence) and an arrow (stitching direction).
F9 - Edge Pattern Anchor
Changes the Pattern Selection Resizing Handles to Edge.
F10 - Center Pattern Anchor
Change Pattern Selection Resizing Handles to Center.
F11 - Endpoint Pattern Anchor
Change Pattern Selection Resizing Handles to Endpoint
F12 - Stretch Pattern Anchor
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2.4 Tool Strip
The icons displayed on the Tool Strips initiate unique quilting features.  Every
quilting feature (represented by icons) is described briefly here, and in more depth
later when they are used in context. Each icon falls into 1 of 3 categories:
*  Stitching icons
 control the sewing process and can be initiated by clicking the
icon, or pressing the Mode button on the keypad until the icon is highlighted, and
then pressing Select on the keypad. Each time the Mode button is pressed, the next 
stitching icon
 is highlighted. To highlight the previous feature icon, press (and hold)
the Stop button and press Mode.
*  Design icons
 are used to create new designs in the Preview area, prior to
stitching them. Since they are not stitching functions, they can not be accessed
using the keypad on the stitching head. 
*  Right Click Icons
 are used to change or adjust existing patterns/designs. The are
listed on the right side of the screen (for people with newer systems) and they are
accessible by right clicking an object (pattern, trim, boundary) on the screen.
If your computer screen doesnt show all the icons as seen above, (lower resolution 
monitors cant fit them all) look for the small arrow at the far right side of the tool bar.
Click on the arrow to see the additional icons. 
Each of the features in all 3 categories can be initiated by using the mouse (to click
the icon) or touching the icon (if you have a touch screen computer). 
The screen also labels each icon:
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Each icon in the top toolstrip (Stitching and Design categories) also has a Tool Tip,
which will be displayed if the mouse hovers over the icon. The name of each
function is also displayed in the title bar.
2.4.1 Stitching Icons
Stitching Icons  initiate processes that use the sewing head. 
Each of the features can be initiated by using the mouse (to click the icon) or
touching the icon (if you have a touch screen computer) or pressing the Mode button
on the keypad until the icon is highlighted, and then pressing Select on the keypad.
Each time the Mode button is pressed, the next feature icon is highlighted. To
highlight the previous feature icon, press (and hold) the Stop button and press
Mode. 
Several of the icons have options incorporated into the icon. These icons have small
black arrows next to the icon. Clicking on the arrow will display the options. Your
choices will remain active until you change them, even when switching projects or
shutting down and restarting CS. 
  
  Boundary Icon
 - Clicking on this icon will initiate a series of prompts,
asking for the points that define the bounded  area, the boundary anchor point  and
its baseline. Boundaries may have as few as 3 points (triangle) or may have
hundreds (unlimited actually) of points, outlining almost any shape. Pressing the
Stop key will end the boundary definition and connect the last point with the first.
Understanding pattern boundaries and reference boundaries is essential because 
boundaries
 are used for pattern placement, positioning and references for many
CS features.  
Note: There is a similar  Draw Boundary
  function that uses the mouse to identify points on the
screen instead of using the sewing head.  
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  Pattern to Boundary Icon
 - This icon will move the selected pattern
into the selected boundary. The pattern is resized to fit the boundary space. 
 There are three methods for  resizing
 the pattern. 
*  Standard
 is used when the boundary shape resembles the pattern shape. For
instance, when both are square, the pattern is resized to fit the boundary but the
pattern image is not changed significantly because they have the same basic shape.
*  Stretch
 is used when the shapes are different. For instance, moving a square
pattern into a  parallelogram will stretch the pattern to fit the boundary. 
*  Squeeze 
is used when the boundary is very irregular. CS goes beyond just
stretching a pattern to fit the boundary.  
 Quilt Icon
 -This icon initiates the stitching  process, and is used in
conjunction with all the other icon features. When using the default settings, the
sewing head moves to the start point of the first pattern, takes a single stitch and
shows a prompt to pull up the bobbin thread. Clicking OK/Select will begin the
stitching, starting with the tieoff stitches (if enabled). When the quilting is done, CS
again displays a prompt to pull up the bobbin thread, and click OK when done. The
OK indicates the successful completion of the task. Clicking Stop means the task
was not completed successfully. 
 Continue Icon
 - is most often used with  Edge-to-Edge
     (which
is the icon that does all the E2E pattern sizing and setup). When the first part of the
E2E quilt is complete and has been rolled at least once, Continue will prompt for the
registration point(s) and provide the prompts to complete each section until the quilt
is complete. Continue (sometimes called Advance and Continue) can also be used
in special cases like wholecloth quilts, when the patterns have all been positioned,
but only part of them can be quilted at one time. 
  Point to Point Icon
 - Th is function is extremely powerful because it
allows  patterns
 (or lines) to be placed in very specific positions. Click on the arrow
on the right side to display the choices).
 CS will stitch a line or
pattern between every pair of sequential (contiguous) points. It is very useful when
making composite designs and when working on an area of the quilt that may not be
perfectly aligned (like borders, sashings, and flying geese). Points are identified by
moving the sewing head to the spot on the quilt, and pressing the OK/Select button.
Selecting two points will define one line or pattern; three points defines two lines or
patterns, ten points defines nine patterns, etc. 
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