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Brother NV1500 Operation Manual (225 pages)
computerized sewing and embroidery machine
Brand:
Brother
| Category:
Sewing Machine
| Size: 8.59 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
7
Important Safety Instructions
2
How to Use this Manual
6
Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions
10
Machine
10
Needle and Presser Foot Section
11
Embroidery Unit
11
Operation Buttons
12
Included Accessories
12
Options
15
Chapter 1 Getting Ready
16
Turning the Machine On/Off
17
Lcd Screen
18
Display Precautions
18
Key Functions
19
Using the Machine Setting Mode Key
21
Using the Machine Operation Mode Key
23
Contents of each Category
23
Using the Pattern Explanation Key
24
Lower/Upper Threading
25
Winding the Bobbin
25
Using the Supplemental Spool Pin
25
Winding the Bobbin Using the Spool Pin
27
Setting the Bobbin
28
Pulling up the Bobbin Thread
28
Upper Threading
29
Using the Twin Needle
32
Changing the Presser Foot
34
Removing the Presser Foot
34
Attaching the Presser Foot
34
Changing the Needle
35
Checking the Needle
35
About the Needle
37
Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations
37
Chapter 2 Sewing Basics
38
Sewing
39
Sewing a Stitch
39
Using the Foot Controller
40
Sewing Reinforcement Stitches
41
Sewing Curves
41
Changing Sewing Direction
41
Using the Knee Lifter
41
Sewing a Seam Allowance of 0.5 CM or Less
41
Sewing Heavyweight Fabric
42
Sewing Lightweight Fabric
42
If the Fabric Does Not Fit under the Presser Foot
42
If the Fabric Does Not Feed
42
Adjusting Stitch Settings
43
Adjusting the Stitch Width
43
Adjusting the Stitch Length
43
Adjusting the Thread Tension
44
Useful Functions
44
Automatic Reinforcement Stitching
44
Correct Thread Tension
44
Upper Thread Is too Tight
44
Upper Thread Is too Loose
44
Automatic Thread Cutting
45
Locking the Screen
46
Chapter 3 Utility Stitches
48
Selecting a Utility Stitch
49
Stitch Selection Screens
49
Selecting a Stitch Pattern
50
Saving Stitch Settings
50
Using the Mirror Image Key
50
Using the Sewing Type Selection Key
51
Sewing the Stitches
52
Straight Stitches
52
Changing the Needle Position (Left or Middle Needle Position Stitches Only)
53
Darts Seams
54
Basting
54
Gathering
55
Flat Fell Seams
55
Pintucks
56
Zigzag Stitches
57
Overcasting
57
Appliqués
57
Elastic Zigzag Stitches
58
Patchwork (Crazy Quilts)
58
Sewing Curves
58
Tape Attaching
58
Overcasting
58
Overcasting
59
Overcasting Using Presser Foot "G
59
Overcasting Using Presser Foot "J
60
Overcasting Using the Side Cutter
61
Quilting
63
Piecing
63
Quilting
64
Appliqués
64
Satin Stitching
65
Free-Motion Quilting
66
Blind Hem Stitches
67
Appliqués
68
If the Needle Does Not Catch the Fold
68
If the Needle Catches too Much of the Fold
68
Shell Tuck Stitching
69
Scalloping
69
Sewing Sharp Curves
69
Top Stitching
70
Smocking
70
Fagoting
71
Tape or Elastic Attaching
72
Heirloom Stitching
73
Hemstitching (1) (Daisy Stitch)
73
Hemstitching (2) (Drawn Work (1))
73
Hemstitching (3) (Drawn Work (2))
74
Buttonhole Stitches
75
Sewing Stretch Fabrics
78
Buttons that Do Not Fit into the Button Holder Plate
78
Darning
79
Bar Tacks
80
Bar Tacks on Thick Fabrics
81
Button Sewing
82
Eyelets
83
Attaching a 4-Hole Button
83
Attaching a Button with a Shank
83
Multi-Directional Sewing (Straight Stitch and Zigzag Stitch)
84
Zipper Insertion
85
Centered Zipper
85
Side Zipper
86
Chapter 4 Character/ Decorative Stitches
88
Selecting Stitch Patterns
89
Stitch Selection Screens
89
Selecting Decorative Stitch Patterns/7 MM
90
MM Satin Stitch Patterns/Cross Stitch Patterns/Utility Decorative Stitch Patterns
90
Alphabet Patterns
90
Sewing Stitch Patterns
92
Sewing Attractive Finishes
92
Basic Sewing
92
Adjusting Patterns
93
Editing Stitch Patterns
95
Key Functions
95
Changing the Pattern Size
96
Changing the Pattern Length (7 MM Satin Stitch Patterns Only)
96
Creating a Vertical Mirror Image
96
Creating a Horizontal Mirror Image
96
Selecting a Single/Repeating Pattern
97
Changing the Thread Density (Satin Stitch Patterns Only)
97
Combining Stitch Patterns
98
Before Combining Patterns
98
Combining Patterns from Different Categories
98
Combining Stitch Patterns of Different Sizes
99
Combining Stitch Patterns of Different Orientations
100
Combining Stitch Patterns of Different Lengths
101
Creating Step Patterns (7 MM Satin Stitch Patterns Only)
102
Examples of Pattern Combinations
103
Using the Memory Function
104
Stitch Data Precautions
104
Saving Stitch Patterns in the Machine's Memory
104
Types of Stitch Data that Can be Used
104
Computers and Operating Systems with the Following Specifications Can be Used
104
Precautions on Using the Computer to Create and Save Data
104
Trademarks
104
If the Memory Is Full
105
Saving Stitch Patterns to the Computer
106
Retrieving Stitch Patterns from the Machine's Memory
107
Retrieving Stitch Patterns from the Computer
108
Chapter 5 Embroidery
110
Before Embroidering
111
Attaching Embroidery Foot "U
112
Attaching the Embroidery Unit
113
Removing the Embroidery Unit
114
Selecting Embroidery Patterns
115
Copyright Information
115
Pattern Selection Screens
115
One-Point Patterns/Floral Patterns
116
Alphabet Patterns
117
Frame Patterns
118
Embroidery Cards
119
Selecting Patterns from the Machine's Memory/Computer
119
About Embroidery Cards (Sold Separately)
119
Viewing the Sewing Screen
120
Key Functions
120
Preparing the Fabric
121
Attaching Stabilizer to Fabric
121
Hooping Fabric in the Embroidery Frame
122
Types of Embroidery Frames
122
Inserting the Fabric
123
Using the Embroidery Sheet
123
Embroidering Small Fabrics and Fabric Edges
124
Embroidering Small Fabrics
124
Embroidering Edges or Corners
124
Embroidering Ribbons or Tape
124
Attaching the Embroidery Frame
125
Removing the Embroidery Frame
125
Editing the Pattern
126
Changing the Embroidery Frame Display
126
Changing the Pattern Position
126
Rotating the Pattern
127
Changing the Pattern Size
127
Creating a Horizontal Mirror Image
128
Changing the Stitching Density (Alphabet and Frame Patterns Only)
129
Changing the Color of Single Characters
129
Checking the Pattern
130
Checking the Embroidering Position
130
Previewing the Pattern
131
Sewing an Embroidering Pattern
132
Sewing Attractive Finishes
132
Embroidery Needle Plate Cover
132
Sewing Embroidery Patterns
133
Embroidering Appliqué Patterns
134
If the Bobbin Runs out of Thread
135
If the Thread Breaks During Sewing
136
Restarting from the Beginning
137
Adjusting the Thread Tension
137
Correct Thread Tension
137
Automatic Thread Cutting
138
If the Upper Thread Is too Tight
138
If the Upper Thread Is too Loose
138
Automatic Thread Cutting (End Color Trim)
138
Changing the Embroidering Speed
139
Changing the Thread Color Display
139
Using the Memory Function
141
Embroidery Data Precautions
141
Types of Embroidery Data that Can be Used
141
Computers and Operating Systems with the Following Specifications Can be Used
141
Precautions on Using the Computer to Create and Save Data
141
Tajima (.Dst) Embroidery Data
141
Trademarks
141
Saving Embroidery Patterns in the Machine's Memory
142
If the Memory Is Full
142
Saving Embroidery Patterns to the Computer
143
Retrieving Patterns from the Machine's Memory
144
Retrieving Patterns from the Computer
145
Embroidery Applications
147
Using a Frame Pattern to Make an Appliqué (1)
147
Using a Frame Pattern to Make an Appliqué (2)
148
Chapter 6 Embroidery Edit
150
Available Editing Functions
151
Combined Patterns
151
Move Patterns
151
Rotate Patterns
151
Enlarge or Reduce Patterns
151
Create Mirror Images
151
Change Character Spacing
151
Change Character Appearance/Layout
151
Selecting Patterns to Edit
152
Selecting One-Point Patterns/Floral Patterns/Frame Patterns
152
Alphabet Patterns
153
Editing Patterns
155
Key Functions
155
Moving the Pattern
156
Rotating the Pattern
156
Changing the Size of the Pattern
157
Deleting the Pattern
157
Changing the Configuration of Character Patterns
158
Changing the Character Spacing
158
Changing the Color of each Character in a Pattern
159
After Editing
159
Combining Patterns
160
Editing Combined Patterns
160
Sewing Combined Patterns
163
Using the Memory Function
163
Chapter 7 My Custom Stitch
164
Designing a Stitch
165
Examples of Custom Stitches
166
Entering Stitch Data
167
Key Functions
167
Moving a Point
169
Moving Part or All of the Design
170
Inserting New Points
171
Using Stored Custom Stitches
172
Saving Custom Stitches in the Machine's Memory
172
If the Memory Is Full
172
Saving Custom Stitches to the Computer
173
Retrieving Custom Stitches from the Machine's Memory
174
Retrieving Custom Stitches from the Computer
174
Chapter 8 Appendix
176
Care and Maintenance
177
Cleaning the LCD
177
Cleaning the Machine Casing
177
Cleaning the Race
177
Adjusting the Screen
179
Screen Visibility Is Low
179
Touch Panel Is Malfunctioning
179
Troubleshooting
181
Error Messages
184
Alarm
188
Specifications
189
Upgrading Your Machine'ssoftware
190
Upgrading Your Machine's Software
190
Stitch Setting Chart
192
Index
198
Bobinage de la Canette
205
Avvolgimento Della Spolina
205
Devanado de la Bobina
205
Selezione Degli Schemi Punto
209
Summary of Stitch Patterns
212
Overzicht Van de Steekpatronen
212
Sommario Degli Schemi Punto
212
Sommario Degli Schemi DI Ricamo
214
Resumen de Patrones de Bordado
214
Embroidery Pattern Color Change Table
217
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Brother NV1500 Operation Manual (201 pages)
Computerized Sewing and Embroidery Machine
Brand:
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Sewing Machine
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
7
Important Safety Instructions
2
How to Use this Manual
6
Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions
10
Machine
10
Needle and Presser Foot Section
11
Embroidery Unit
11
Operation Buttons
12
Included Accessories
12
Options
15
Chapter 1 Getting Ready
16
Turning the Machine On/Off
17
Lcd Screen
18
Display Precautions
18
Key Functions
19
Using the Machine Setting Mode Key
21
Using the Machine Operation Mode Key
23
Contents of each Category
23
Using the Pattern Explanation Key
24
Lower/Upper Threading
25
Winding the Bobbin
25
Using the Supplemental Spool Pin
25
Winding the Bobbin Using the Spool Pin
27
Setting the Bobbin
28
Pulling up the Bobbin Thread
28
Upper Threading
29
Using the Twin Needle
32
Changing the Presser Foot
34
Removing the Presser Foot
34
Attaching the Presser Foot
34
Changing the Needle
35
Checking the Needle
35
About the Needle
37
Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations
37
Chapter 2 Sewing Basics
38
Sewing
39
Sewing a Stitch
39
Using the Foot Controller
40
Sewing Reinforcement Stitches
41
Sewing Curves
41
Changing Sewing Direction
41
Using the Knee Lifter
41
Sewing a Seam Allowance of 0.5 CM or Less
41
Sewing Heavyweight Fabric
42
Sewing Lightweight Fabric
42
If the Fabric Does Not Fit under the Presser Foot
42
If the Fabric Does Not Feed
42
Adjusting Stitch Settings
43
Adjusting the Stitch Width
43
Adjusting the Stitch Length
43
Adjusting the Thread Tension
44
Useful Functions
44
Automatic Reinforcement Stitching
44
Correct Thread Tension
44
Upper Thread Is too Tight
44
Upper Thread Is too Loose
44
Automatic Thread Cutting
45
Locking the Screen
46
Chapter 3 Utility Stitches
48
Selecting a Utility Stitch
49
Stitch Selection Screens
49
Selecting a Stitch Pattern
50
Saving Stitch Settings
50
Using the Mirror Image Key
50
Using the Sewing Type Selection Key
51
Sewing the Stitches
52
Straight Stitches
52
Changing the Needle Position (Left or Middle Needle Position Stitches Only)
53
Darts Seams
54
Basting
54
Gathering
55
Flat Fell Seams
55
Pintucks
56
Zigzag Stitches
57
Overcasting
57
Appliqués
57
Elastic Zigzag Stitches
58
Patchwork (Crazy Quilts)
58
Sewing Curves
58
Tape Attaching
58
Overcasting
58
Overcasting
59
Overcasting Using Presser Foot "G
59
Overcasting Using Presser Foot "J
60
Overcasting Using the Side Cutter
61
Quilting
63
Piecing
63
Quilting
64
Appliqués
64
Satin Stitching
65
Free-Motion Quilting
66
Blind Hem Stitches
67
Appliqués
68
If the Needle Does Not Catch the Fold
68
If the Needle Catches too Much of the Fold
68
Shell Tuck Stitching
69
Scalloping
69
Sewing Sharp Curves
69
Top Stitching
70
Smocking
70
Fagoting
71
Tape or Elastic Attaching
72
Heirloom Stitching
73
Hemstitching (1) (Daisy Stitch)
73
Hemstitching (2) (Drawn Work (1))
73
Hemstitching (3) (Drawn Work (2))
74
Buttonhole Stitches
75
Sewing Stretch Fabrics
78
Buttons that Do Not Fit into the Button Holder Plate
78
Darning
79
Bar Tacks
80
Bar Tacks on Thick Fabrics
81
Button Sewing
82
Eyelets
83
Attaching a 4-Hole Button
83
Attaching a Button with a Shank
83
Multi-Directional Sewing (Straight Stitch and Zigzag Stitch)
84
Zipper Insertion
85
Centered Zipper
85
Side Zipper
86
Chapter 4 Character/ Decorative Stitches
88
Selecting Stitch Patterns
89
Stitch Selection Screens
89
Selecting Decorative Stitch Patterns/7 MM
90
MM Satin Stitch Patterns/Cross Stitch Patterns/Utility Decorative Stitch Patterns
90
Alphabet Patterns
90
Sewing Stitch Patterns
92
Sewing Attractive Finishes
92
Basic Sewing
92
Adjusting Patterns
93
Editing Stitch Patterns
95
Key Functions
95
Changing the Pattern Size
96
Changing the Pattern Length (7 MM Satin Stitch Patterns Only)
96
Creating a Vertical Mirror Image
96
Creating a Horizontal Mirror Image
96
Selecting a Single/Repeating Pattern
97
Changing the Thread Density (Satin Stitch Patterns Only)
97
Combining Stitch Patterns
98
Before Combining Patterns
98
Combining Patterns from Different Categories
98
Combining Stitch Patterns of Different Sizes
99
Combining Stitch Patterns of Different Orientations
100
Combining Stitch Patterns of Different Lengths
101
Creating Step Patterns (7 MM Satin Stitch Patterns Only)
102
Examples of Pattern Combinations
103
Using the Memory Function
104
Stitch Data Precautions
104
Saving Stitch Patterns in the Machine's Memory
104
Types of Stitch Data that Can be Used
104
Computers and Operating Systems with the Following Specifications Can be Used
104
Precautions on Using the Computer to Create and Save Data
104
Trademarks
104
If the Memory Is Full
105
Saving Stitch Patterns to the Computer
106
Retrieving Stitch Patterns from the Machine's Memory
107
Retrieving Stitch Patterns from the Computer
108
Chapter 5 Embroidery
110
Before Embroidering
111
Attaching Embroidery Foot "U
112
Attaching the Embroidery Unit
113
Removing the Embroidery Unit
114
Selecting Embroidery Patterns
115
Copyright Information
115
Pattern Selection Screens
115
One-Point Patterns/Floral Patterns
116
Alphabet Patterns
117
Frame Patterns
118
Embroidery Cards
119
Selecting Patterns from the Machine's Memory/Computer
119
About Embroidery Cards (Sold Separately)
119
Viewing the Sewing Screen
120
Key Functions
120
Preparing the Fabric
121
Attaching Stabilizer to Fabric
121
Hooping Fabric in the Embroidery Frame
122
Types of Embroidery Frames
122
Inserting the Fabric
123
Using the Embroidery Sheet
123
Embroidering Small Fabrics and Fabric Edges
124
Embroidering Small Fabrics
124
Embroidering Edges or Corners
124
Embroidering Ribbons or Tape
124
Attaching the Embroidery Frame
125
Removing the Embroidery Frame
125
Editing the Pattern
126
Changing the Embroidery Frame Display
126
Changing the Pattern Position
126
Rotating the Pattern
127
Changing the Pattern Size
127
Creating a Horizontal Mirror Image
128
Changing the Stitching Density (Alphabet and Frame Patterns Only)
129
Changing the Color of Single Characters
129
Checking the Pattern
130
Checking the Embroidering Position
130
Previewing the Pattern
131
Sewing an Embroidering Pattern
132
Sewing Attractive Finishes
132
Embroidery Needle Plate Cover
132
Sewing Embroidery Patterns
133
Embroidering Appliqué Patterns
134
If the Bobbin Runs out of Thread
135
If the Thread Breaks During Sewing
136
Restarting from the Beginning
137
Adjusting the Thread Tension
137
Correct Thread Tension
137
Automatic Thread Cutting
138
If the Upper Thread Is too Tight
138
If the Upper Thread Is too Loose
138
Automatic Thread Cutting (End Color Trim)
138
Changing the Embroidering Speed
139
Changing the Thread Color Display
139
Using the Memory Function
141
Embroidery Data Precautions
141
Types of Embroidery Data that Can be Used
141
Computers and Operating Systems with the Following Specifications Can be Used
141
Precautions on Using the Computer to Create and Save Data
141
Tajima (.Dst) Embroidery Data
141
Trademarks
141
Saving Embroidery Patterns in the Machine's Memory
142
If the Memory Is Full
142
Saving Embroidery Patterns to the Computer
143
Retrieving Patterns from the Machine's Memory
144
Retrieving Patterns from the Computer
145
Embroidery Applications
147
Using a Frame Pattern to Make an Appliqué (1)
147
Using a Frame Pattern to Make an Appliqué (2)
148
Chapter 6 Embroidery Edit
150
Available Editing Functions
151
Combined Patterns
151
Move Patterns
151
Rotate Patterns
151
Enlarge or Reduce Patterns
151
Create Mirror Images
151
Change Character Spacing
151
Change Character Appearance/Layout
151
Selecting Patterns to Edit
152
Selecting One-Point Patterns/Floral Patterns/Frame Patterns
152
Alphabet Patterns
153
Editing Patterns
155
Key Functions
155
Moving the Pattern
156
Rotating the Pattern
156
Changing the Size of the Pattern
157
Deleting the Pattern
157
Changing the Configuration of Character Patterns
158
Changing the Character Spacing
158
Changing the Color of each Character in a Pattern
159
After Editing
159
Combining Patterns
160
Editing Combined Patterns
160
Sewing Combined Patterns
163
Using the Memory Function
163
Chapter 7 My Custom Stitch
164
Designing a Stitch
165
Examples of Custom Stitches
166
Entering Stitch Data
167
Key Functions
167
Moving a Point
169
Moving Part or All of the Design
170
Inserting New Points
171
Using Stored Custom Stitches
172
Saving Custom Stitches in the Machine's Memory
172
If the Memory Is Full
172
Saving Custom Stitches to the Computer
173
Retrieving Custom Stitches from the Machine's Memory
174
Retrieving Custom Stitches from the Computer
174
Chapter 8 Appendix
176
Care and Maintenance
177
Cleaning the LCD
177
Cleaning the Machine Casing
177
Cleaning the Race
177
Adjusting the Screen
179
Screen Visibility Is Low
179
Touch Panel Is Malfunctioning
179
Troubleshooting
181
Error Messages
184
Alarm
188
Specifications
189
Upgrading Your Machine'ssoftware
190
Upgrading Your Machine's Software
190
Stitch Setting Chart
192
Index
198
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