Brother Innov-IS XP Series User manual

“My Connection” Operation Manual
(For Innov-is XP series)

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Introduction ................................................................................................................................................................ 2
Initial Settings (Required) ............................................................................................................................................ 3
Activating the “ScanNCut (My Connection)” Feature on the Embroidery Machine ......................................................................................... 3
Linking the Embroidery Machine and Cutting Machine ................................................................................................................................... 4
Embroidering a Cutting Machine Pattern with the Embroidery Machine..................................................................... 6
Sending a Pattern from the Cutting Machine to the Embroidery Machine ...................................................................................................... 6
Importing the Pattern (Sent from the Cutting Machine) into the Embroidery Machine.................................................................................... 7
Editing and Embroidering the Stamp ............................................................................................................................................................... 8
Cutting an Embroidery Machine Pattern with the Cutting Machine .......................................................................... 11
Sending an Embroidery Pattern to the Cutting Machine ............................................................................................................................... 11
Cutting an Embroidery Pattern (Sent from the Embroidery Machine) with the Cutting Machine .................................................................. 12
Basic Appliqués ......................................................................................................................................................... 14
Applying Appliqué Settings to Part of an Embroidery Pattern....................................................................................................................... 14
Sending an Appliqué Pattern to the Cutting Machine.................................................................................................................................... 16
Cutting an Appliqué Pattern (Sent from the Embroidery Machine) with the Cutting Machine....................................................................... 17
Finishing the Appliqué with the Embroidery Machine.................................................................................................................................... 17
Advanced Appliqués .................................................................................................................................................. 19
Sending Multiple Patterns from the Cutting Machine to the Embroidery Machine........................................................................................ 19
Applying Appliqué Settings to the First Pattern ............................................................................................................................................. 20
Applying Appliqué Settings to the Second Pattern........................................................................................................................................ 21
Sending an Appliqué Pattern to the Cutting Machine.................................................................................................................................... 22
Cutting an Appliqué Pattern (Sent from the Embroidery Machine) with the Cutting Machine....................................................................... 22
Finishing the Appliqué with the Embroidery Machine.................................................................................................................................... 23
Hints.......................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................................................... 26
Error Messages........................................................................................................................................................... 26
Embroidery Machine Error Messages ............................................................................................................................................................ 26
Cutting Machine Error Messages................................................................................................................................................................... 26
CONTENTS

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Linking a cutting machine and embroidery machine allows you to create a variety of original projects (compatible models only).
For a list of compatible models, refer to the Brother support website (http://s.brother/cnxaa/).
After specifying initial settings, “My Connection” function can be used as described below.
●Send a built-in pattern from the cutting machine to the embroidery machine and edit the pattern in [My Design Center] for
embroidering.
●Send an embroidery pattern from the embroidery machine to the cutting machine for cutting/drawing
●Apply appliqué settings to part of an embroidery pattern on the embroidery machine to create an appliqué
Use a wireless LAN connection to send and retrieve data between the cutting machine and embroidery machine.
Data can be transferred via the temporary data pocket (Artspira server).
Note
• Connect the cutting machine and embroidery machine to a wireless network before performing any operations. For details on make
connections, refer to the Operation Manuals for the cutting machine and embroidery machine.
• Specify the initial settings first in order to use the “My Connection” function (page 3).
• This document provides details on the cutting machine and embroidery machine functions that can be combined. For details on other
functions, refer to the Operation Manuals for the cutting machine and embroidery machine.
Memo
• Of the patterns built into the cutting machine and embroidery machine, some copyrighted patterns cannot be transferred.
• Only one file can be transferred at a time. Even if the send operation has been repeatedly performed from a device, only the latest file
can be retrieved by the receiving device. For example, when data is transferred from the embroidery machine, and then data is
transferred from a cutting machine after that, only the data transferred from the cutting machine is saved in the temporary data pocket
(Artspira server).
• In addition to the “My Connection” function, the temporary data pocket (Artspira server) is used when transferring data from
CanvasWorkspace to the cutting machine. This data cannot be retrieved with the embroidery machine.
• Data in the temporary data pocket (Artspira server) will be deleted after a certain period of time has passed.
• The photos included in this document are meant as examples only.
Introduction
aTemporary data pocket
bArtspira server
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Activating the “ScanNCut (My Connection)”
Feature on the Embroidery Machine
aPrepare the activation card (for the “My Connection”
function) included with the cutting machine.
bConnect the embroidery machine to the wireless
network.
cUpdate the software of the embroidery machine to the
latest version.
dTouch [Certification] in the settings screen of the
embroidery machine.
Note
• If [ScanNCut (My Connection)] does not appear in the
settings screen, update the software of the embroidery
machine to the latest version.
eTouch [ScanNCut], and then touch [Online Machine
Certification] in the next screen that appears.
fReview the [Terms on Certification of Upgrade KIT], and
then touch [I Agree] to accept.
gType in the 16-digit number written on the activation
card, and then touch [Set].
* The actual activation card may differ from the illustration that
appears on the screen. Open the activation card to see the
16-digit number.
* The activation code is valid for only one embroidery machine.
Once it has been used, it cannot be used with a different
embroidery machine.
hAfter a message appears, indicating that the machine
number and activation code will be sent to the server,
touch [OK].
iWhen certification of the “ScanNCut (My Connection)”
feature has completed, a message appears, indicating that
certification was successful. Turn off the embroidery
machine, and then turn it on again.
Initial Settings (Required)

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jConfirm that there is a check mark beside [ScanNCut (My
Connection)] in the settings screen.
Linking the Embroidery Machine and Cutting
Machine
By registering the cutting machine and embroidery machine
with Artspira App, data can be sent and retrieved between the
two machines. If you are already a CanvasWorkspace user and
have already registered your machine in CanvasWorkspace,
you can skip this procedure.
Note
• (If your screen has a CanvasWorkspace login button)
If any of your machines are already registered with
CanvasWorkspace, log in to the Artspira App using the
same CanvasWorkspace login ID.
• (If your screen does not have a CanvasWorkspace login
button)
If any of your machines are already registered with
CanvasWorkspace, set the [ACCOUNT LINKAGE] in
Artspira App setting screen.
■Registering the embroidery machine with
Artspira App
aTouch [Register] in the settings screen.
Note
• If this screen does not appear, update the software of the
embroidery machine to the latest version.
bAfter the following screen appears, leave the screen
displayed, and then continue with the next step.
aMachine number (11-digit)
Note
• Do not touch [Next] yet. Use the number displayed beside
[No.] in the following steps.
cAccess Google Play™ or the App Store on your smart
device.
dInstall the Artspira App.
eTap Artspira icon on your smart device to launch the app.
fLog in to the app.
Memo
• (If your screen has a CanvasWorkspace login button)
If you have a CanvasWorkspace login ID, log in with the
same ID and password, CanvasWorkspace and the
Artspira app will automatically be linked.
gSet [ACCOUNT LINKAGE] for CanvasWorkspace in
Artspira app setting screen.
Memo
• If you have login to Artspira with CanvasWorkspace login
ID, you can skip this step.
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hTap in the home screen to register the machine.
Memo
• If the machine has already been registered with
CanvasWorkspace, it does not need to be registered with
the Artspira App.
iSelect [Embroidery Machine], and then follow the
instructions that appear in the app to register the machine
with the app.
jIf registration was successful, the login ID appears in the
embroidery machine's settings screen.
* To delete the registered login ID, touch .
* To change the registered login ID, touch [Change].
■Registering the cutting machine with
Artspira App
aConnect the cutting machine to the wireless network.
* For details, refer to “Machine Wireless Network Connection
Settings” in the Operation Manual for the cutting machine.
bLog in to the Artspira App.
Memo
• (If your screen has a CanvasWorkspace login button)
If you have a CanvasWorkspace login ID, log in with the
same ID and password, CanvasWorkspace and the
Artspira app will automatically be linked.
cSet [ACCOUNT LINKAGE] for CanvasWorkspace in
Artspira app setting screen.
Memo
• If you have login to Artspira with CanvasWorkspace login
ID, you can skip this step.
dTap in the home screen to register the machine.
Memo
• If the machine has already been registered with
CanvasWorkspace, it does not need to be registered with
the Artspira App.
eSelect [Cutting Machine], and then follow the instructions
that appear in the app to register the cutting machine
with the app.

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A built-in pattern on the cutting machine can be sent to the embroidery machine for embroidering.
Sending a Pattern from the Cutting Machine to
the Embroidery Machine
aTouch in the home screen, and then touch the [My
Connection] key.
Note
• When sending data to the embroidery machine from the
cutting machine, be sure to press the [My Connection] key
before proceeding with the operation. Edited data cannot
be sent to the embroidery machine without using the [My
Connection] function.
bTouch the [Send] key.
cTouch the [Pattern] key.
aTouch when selecting a built-in pattern.
bTouch when retrieving a pattern saved in cutting
machine’s memory using [My Connection] function.
dSelect a pattern.
eTouch the [OK] key or the [Set] key to continue to the
next screen.
* Change the size of the pattern as necessary.
Embroidering a Cutting Machine Pattern with the Embroidery Machine
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fTouch the [Transfer] key.
* Touch the [Edit] key to edit as necessary.
* If you want to cut an edited pattern later, touch the [Save] key
to save the data. Retrieve the saved data from the [Retrieve]
key on the [My Connection] screen (page 12).
aIn order to import data with the embroidery machine, send
the edited data to the temporary data pocket (Artspira
server).
bSave the edited data in the cutting machine’s memory.
The data is sent to the temporary data pocket (Artspira
server).
Memo
• Only one file can be transferred at a time. If there is already
data in the temporary data pocket (Artspira server), the
following message appears.
aTouch to overwrite the data.
bTouch to overwrite the data and not show this message
again. However, the message will appear again if the
machine is re-registered.
• Touch to specify a setting for [Maximum Frame Area]
in order to adjust the pattern to fit within the embroidering
area of the selected embroidery frame.
aSelected embroidery frame
bMaximum area that can be arranged using the selected
embroidery frame.
cArea resizing key (Touch the key, and then drag it to
specify the area.)
Importing the Pattern (Sent from the Cutting
Machine) into the Embroidery Machine
aTouch [My Design Center].
bTouch .
cTouch .
The data in the temporary data pocket (Artspira server) is
imported into the embroidery machine as a stamp.
b
a
a
b
b
c
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dSelect the stamp, and then touch [OK].
Memo
• If there are already 20 stamps, the oldest stamp will be
deleted. Data saved by touching in My Design Center
can later be retrieved by touching .
Editing and Embroidering the Stamp
aTouch , and then change the size of the pattern.
Touch [OK].
* For this example, specify 100.9 mm×103.8 mm.
bTouch (Line Property), and then select the stitch
type of lines. Touch [OK].
* For this example, touch to select the triple stitch.
cTouch , and then touch all lines in the screen to
apply the settings to them.
dTouch , and then select to add a square. Touch
[OK].
eTouch , and then change the size of the square.
Touch [OK].
* For this example, specify a square of 215.1×215.1 mm.
fTouch (Line Property), and then select the stitch
type. Touch [OK].
* For this example, touch to specify that the pattern is not
to be sewn.
gTouch , and then touch the rectangle to apply the
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hTouch (Region Property), and then select the fill
type. Touch [OK].
* For this example, touch , then , and then select
“030” from the decorative fill patterns.
iTouch , and then touch the inside of the rectangle to
apply the settings to it.
jTouch [Next].
kSpecify detailed settings for the decorative fill pattern.
* For this example, set [Size] to 125%. If KIT 1 has been
activated, set [Thickness] to (Decorative light fill).
lTouch to select the outline of the turtle.
* For this example, touch in order to specify settings for all
lines of the turtle shell at the same time.
mSpecify detailed settings for the triple stitch.
* For this example, set [Run Pitch] to 3.0 mm.
nTouch [Set], then [OK].

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oTouch [Embroidery].
Memo
• To change the displayed thread colors, touch [Edit], then
, and then specify the settings.
pStack lining fabric, quilt batting and top fabric in that
order, and then hoop them in an embroidery frame.
qAttach the embroidery frame to the embroidery machine,
and then embroider the pattern.
Memo
• Built-in character patterns from the cutting machine can be
transferred and embroidered in the same way.
• In order to use multiple pattern pieces from the cutting
machine, each part must be sent. For details, refer to
“Sending Multiple Patterns from the Cutting Machine to the
Embroidery Machine” on page 19.

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An embroidery pattern from the embroidery machine can be sent to the cutting machine to be cut from material.
Sending an Embroidery Pattern to the Cutting
Machine
aSelect the embroidery pattern, and then touch [Set]. Edit
the pattern if necessary.
bTouch .
cTouch to send the data to the cutting machine via
the wireless network.
Memo
• Touch to save data on a USB flash drive. For
details on the procedure for retrieving data saved on a
USB flash drive in the cutting machine, refer to “Retrieving
Embroidery Data for Cutting (Compatible Models Only)” in
the Operation Manual for the cutting machine.
Cutting an Embroidery Machine Pattern with the Cutting Machine

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dWhen a message appears, touch [Transfer].
The .phx file is sent to the temporary data pocket (Artspira
server).
Memo
• Only one file can be transferred at a time. If there is already
data in the temporary data pocket (Artspira server), the
following message appears. Touch [Transfer] to overwrite
the data.
Cutting an Embroidery Pattern (Sent from the
Embroidery Machine) with the Cutting
Machine
aTouch in the home screen, and then touch the [My
Connection] key.
bTouch the [Retrieve] key.
cTouch the [Wireless LAN Device] key.
aRetrieve data that is in the temporary data pocket
(Artspira server).
bRetrieve data that was edited with the [My Connection]
function and saved in the cutting machine’s memory.
dTouch .
aConverts the embroidery data to cutting/drawing data.
bCreates cutting data for an appliqué piece.
eChange the size of the pattern if necessary, and then
touch the [OK] key.
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fSelect the detection method, and then touch the [OK]
key.
* For this example, select (region detection).
Memo
• For details on the detection methods, refer to “Creating
Embroidering Line Data” in the Operation Manual for the
cutting machine.
gTouch the [Set] key to continue to the mat layout screen.
hTouch the [Edit] key, then the [Object Edit] key.
iTo smooth out cutting lines, touch , and then select
a setting for [Smoothing]. After specifying the settings,
touch the [OK] key.
* For this example, select [Low].
jIf necessary, edit the pattern.
* For this example, touch to flip the pattern since it will
be cut from iron-on transfer material.
kTouch the [OK] key to continue to the preview screen.
* Touch the [Save] key to save the data as necessary. The
saved data can be retrieved from the [Machine’s Memory] key
of the screen in step c.
lAttach the material to the appropriate mat, and then
insert the mat into the cutting machine.
mInsert the blade holder appropriate for the material into
the carriage of the machine, and then cut the material.

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Apply appliqué settings to part of an embroidery pattern to create an appliqué.
Cut out the appliqué piece with the cutting machine, affix it to the base fabric, and then finish sewing the appliqué with the
embroidery machine.
Applying Appliqué Settings to Part of an
Embroidery Pattern
aSelect an embroidery pattern on the embroidery machine,
and then touch [Set].
bTouch [Edit], and then touch .
cSelect the appliqué type.
* For this example, select (a).
aApplies appliqué settings to part of an embroidery pattern
to create an appliqué.
bAdds an outline to the embroidery pattern in order to
create an appliqué piece. For details, refer to “Creating an
Appliqué Piece” in the Operation Manual for the
embroidery machine.
Basic Appliqués
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dSelect the area to be made into an appliqué piece by the
thread color, and touch [Next].
* For this example, select [BRASS] in order to create an
appliqué for the “A”.
aThread colors
bSelects all thread colors.
cCancels all thread color selections.
Memo
• To cancel a thread color selection, touch the thread color
again.
• For cutting purposes, the created appliqué data may leave
out some intricate shapes from the embroidery pattern.
• The cutting machine may not be able to cleanly cut small
or thin parts.
eSpecify the appliqué outlining, stitch type and stitch
settings, and touch [Preview].
* For this example, set the outlining to (Outside and inside)
and stitch type to [Zigzag stitch]. Set stitch width to 3.0 mm,
and then touch [OK].
aOutlining
bStitch
When (Outside) or (Outside and inside) is
selected:
Zigzag stitch:
This stitch has a low density. Select this when sewing
fabric that does not easily fray or when temporarily
securing fabric.
Satin stitch:
This stitch has a high density. Select this for securely
stitching fabric.
OFF:
Select this when the fabric does not need to be sewn
with the embroidery machine, such as when the fabric is
glued in place.
When (Inside) is selected:
Running stitch:
Select this when temporarily securing fabric.
OFF:
Select this when the fabric does not need to be sewn
with the embroidery machine, such as when the fabric is
glued in place.
cStitch Width
Specify settings when [Zigzag stitch] or [Satin stitch] is
selected.
dDensity
Specify settings when [Zigzag stitch] or [Satin stitch] is
selected.
eDistance
The distance form the outlining of the selected thread
color to the [APPLIQUE MATERIAL]. Specify a setting
when making it one size larger or smaller than the
outlining of the selected thread color.
Memo
• Various appliqués can be created by changing the
settings.
Outside Outside and inside Inside
b c
a
a
b
c
e
d
(Outside) + Satin stitch (Outside and inside) +
Zigzag stitch
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fCheck the image of the appliqué made for the area of the
selected thread color. Specify the settings again as
necessary. If the settings are finished, touch [Next].
aTurning it [ON] displays the inside of the [APPLIQUE
MATERIAL] as an image of the material. Turning it [OFF]
hides the image of the material.
gSpecify settings for the appliqué steps and for thread
colors that are not to be sewn.
* After this, cut the [APPLIQUE MATERIAL] with the cutting
machine. Select [APPLIQUE MATERIAL], and touch to
specify not to sew.
* If the appliqué outlining was set to (Outside) or
(Outside and inside) in step e, the setting for the thread color
selected in step dwill be automatically set not to be sewn.
aAdded appliqué steps
APPLIQUE MATERIAL: Sews lines for cutting out the
appliqué piece.
APPLIQUE POSITION: Sews the position where the
appliqué piece will be attached.
APPLIQUE: Sews the appliqué piece in place on the base
fabric.
bThread color with appliqué settings applied
cSpecifies that the selected thread color is to be sewn/not
to be sewn. If specified not to be sewn, the thread color
will not be displayed on the embroidering screen. You will
be able to prevent accidental sewing with the embroidery
machine.
is displayed on the thread color keys when
specifying not to sew.
hAfter checking the settings for thread colors to be sewn
and not to be sewn, touch [OK].
* In this example, [APPLIQUE MATERIAL] and [BRASS] are set
specifying not to sew.
Note
• On later screens, settings specifying to sew/not to sew
cannot be changed. Specify settings on this screen. If KIT
3 is activated, the deselect region setting (no sew setting)
key appears on the editing window.
Sending an Appliqué Pattern to the Cutting
Machine
aTouch to send the embroidery pattern to the cutting
machine.
* For details, refer to “Sending an Embroidery Pattern to the
Cutting Machine” on page 11.
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Cutting an Appliqué Pattern (Sent from the
Embroidery Machine) with the Cutting
Machine
aTouch in the home screen, and then touch the [My
Connection] key.
bTouch the [Retrieve] key.
cTouch the [Wireless LAN Device] key.
dTouch .
eTouch the [OK] key or the [Set] key to continue to the
next screen, arrange the patterns in the mat, and then
touch the [OK] key.
The preview screen appears.
fPrepare the fabric for the appliqué piece.
* For this example, affix double-sided stabilizer material to the
back of the fabric.
gAttach the material to the appropriate mat, and then
insert the mat into the cutting machine.
hInsert the blade holder appropriate for the material into
the carriage of the machine, and then cut the material.
Finishing the Appliqué with the Embroidery
Machine
Note
• For details on the appliqué process, refer to “Using
Appliqués” in the Operation Manual for the embroidery
machine.
aTouch [Embroidery].
The embroidering screen appears.
Note
• Before beginning to embroider, check the embroidering
order to confirm that appliqué pieces are sewn in
appropriate sequence.
• Some embroidery pattern may sew hidden stitches on the
appliqué material. Check the embroidery order before
starting embroidering and rearrange it so that the hidden
stitches will be sewn under the appliqué material. For
details on how to change the embroidering order, refer to
the FAQ on the Brother support website (https://s.brother/
cfdka/).
• If the appliqué piece has been cut out with a cutting
machine, [APPLIQUE MATERIAL] does not need to be
sewn.
• If appropriate sequence for appliqué pieces is not
displayed, (forward/back key) may help to move the
needle forward or back in the pattern.
If KIT 2 has been activated, (embroidering order key)
in the editing window may help to change the
embroidering order. Ungroup the pattern to change the
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bSew the appliqué position on the base fabric.
cAffix the appliqué piece aligned with the appliqué
position stitching.
* If double-sided stabilizer material is attached to the fabric,
affix it with an iron.
Otherwise, affix the appliqué piece with craft glue or attach it
with basting stitching.
dEmbroider the appliqué.
eFinish embroidering the remainder of the embroidery
pattern.

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A pattern from the cutting machine can be sent to the embroidery machine for sewing an appliqué.
aSend a built-in pattern from the cutting machine to the embroidery machine.
bCreate an embroidery pattern on the embroidery machine, and then apply appliqué settings to a part of the pattern.
cSend the embroidery pattern to the cutting machine.
dCut the appliqué fabric with the cutting machine.
eFinish the appliqué with the embroidery machine.
Note
• For details on the basic procedure, refer to “Basic Appliqués” on page 14.
Sending Multiple Patterns from the Cutting
Machine to the Embroidery Machine
aTouch in the home screen, and then touch the [My
Connection] key.
bTouch the [Send] key.
cTouch the [Pattern] key.
dSelect the pattern, and then touch the [OK] key.
eSelect the first part to be sent to the embroidery machine,
and then touch the [OK] key.
* For this example, select part B (strawberry body).
fTouch the [Set] key.
gTouch the [Transfer] key.
* For details, refer to “Sending a Pattern from the Cutting
Machine to the Embroidery Machine” on page 6.
hImport the pattern (sent from the cutting machine) into
the embroidery machine.
* Refer to “Importing the Pattern (Sent from the Cutting
Machine) into the Embroidery Machine” on page 7.
Advanced Appliqués