Brother 882-W83 User manual

Operation Manual
Embroidery Machine
Product Code: 882-W83/W85
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Thank you for purchasing this machine. Before using this
machine, carefully read the “IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS”, and then study this manual for the
correct operation of the various functions.
In addition, after you have finished reading this manual,
store it where it can quickly be accessed for future
reference.
Please read these safety instructions before attempting to
use the machine.
DANGER
- To reduce the risk of electric shock
1Always unplug the machine from the
electrical outlet immediately after using,
cleaning, making any user servicing
adjustments mentioned in this manual,
or if you are leaving the machine
unattended.
WARNING
- To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock, or
injury to persons.
2Always unplug the machine from the electrical
outlet, or when making any adjustments mentioned
in the instruction manual.
• To unplug the machine, switch the machine to the
symbol “O” position to turn it off, then grasp the
plug and pull it out of the electrical outlet. Do not
pull on the cord.
• Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet.
Do not use an extension cord.
• Always unplug your machine if there is a power
failure.
3Electrical Hazards:
• This machine should be connected to an AC power
source within the range indicated on the rating
label. Do not connect it to a DC power source or
inverter. If you are not sure what kind of power
source you have, contact a qualified electrician.
• This machine is approved for use in the country of
purchase only.
4Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord
or plug, if it is not working properly, has been
dropped or damaged, or water is spilled on the unit.
Return the machine to the nearest authorized
Brother dealer for examination, repair, electrical or
mechanical adjustment.
• While the machine is stored or in use if you notice
anything unusual, such as an odor, heat,
discoloration or deformation, stop using the
machine immediately and unplug the power cord.
• When transporting the machine, be sure to carry it
by its handle. Lifting the machine by any other part
may damage the machine or result in the machine
falling, which could cause injuries.
• When lifting the machine, be careful not to make
any sudden or careless movements, which may
cause a personal injury.
5Always keep your work area clear:
• Never operate the machine with any air openings
blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the machine
free from the build up of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
• Never drop or insert foreign object into any
opening.
• Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are
being used or where oxygen is being administered.
• Do not use the machine near a heat source, such as
a stove or iron; otherwise, the machine, power cord
or garment being embroidered may ignite, resulting
in fire or an electric shock.
• Do not place this machine on an unstable surface,
such as an unsteady or slanted table, otherwise the
machine may fall, resulting in injuries.
INTRODUCTION
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

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6Special care is required when embroidering:
• Always pay close attention to the needle. Do not use
bent or damaged needles.
• Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special
care is required around the machine needle.
• Switch the machine to the symbol “O” position to
turn it off when making any adjustments in the
needle area.
• Do not use a damaged or incorrect needle plate, as
it could cause the needle to break.
• Do not push or pull the fabric when embroidering.
7This machine is not a toy:
• Your close attention is necessary when the machine
is used by or near children.
• This product contains small parts. Keep the product
out of the reach of children to prevent accidental
ingestion of small parts.
• The plastic bag that this machine was supplied in
should be kept out of the reach of children or
disposed of. Never allow children to play with the
bag due to the danger of suffocation.
• Do not use the seam ripper in any other way than
how it is intended.
• Do not use outdoors.
8For a longer service life:
• When using and storing this machine, avoid direct
sunlight and high humidity locations. Do not use or
store the machine near a space heater, iron, halogen
lamp, or other hot objects.
• Do not use cleansers or organic solvents, such as
thinner, petroleum ether or alcohol, to clean the
machine. Otherwise, the finish may peel off or
become scratched.
• Always consult the Operation Manual when
replacing or installing any assemblies, the presser
feet, needle, or other parts to assure correct
installation.
9For repair or adjustment:
• If the light unit is damaged, it must be replaced by
an authorized Brother dealer.
• In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is
required, first follow the troubleshooting table in the
back of the Operation Manual to inspect and adjust
the machine yourself. If the problem persists, please
consult your local authorized Brother dealer.
Use this machine only for its intended use as described
in the manual.
Use accessories recommended by the manufacturer as
contained in this manual.
The contents of this manual and specifications of this
product are subject to change without notice.
For additional product information and updates, visit
our website at www.brother.com
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
This machine is intended
for household use.
FOR USERS IN COUNTRIES EXCEPT
EUROPEAN COUNTRIES
This appliance is not intended for use
by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
FOR USERS IN EUROPEAN
COUNTRIES
This appliance can be used by children
aged from 8 years and above and
persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have
been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a
safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not play with
the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.

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FOR USERS IN THE UK,
EIRE, MALTA AND
CYPRUS ONLY
IMPORTANT
• In the event of replacing the plug fuse, use a fuse
approved by ASTA to BS 1362, i.e. carrying the
mark, rating as marked on plug.
• Always replace the fuse cover. Never use plugs with
the fuse cover omitted.
• If the available electrical outlet is not suitable for the
plug supplied with this equipment, you should
contact your authorized Brother dealer to obtain the
correct lead.
Federal Communications
Commission (FCC)
Supplier’s Declaration of
Conformity (For U.S.A.
Only)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the authorized Brother dealer or an
experienced radio/TV technician for help.
• This transmitter must not be co-located or operated
in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
Important
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
Brother Industries, Ltd. could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF)
Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC radio
frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment should
be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least
20cm or more away from person's body.
Responsible Party: Brother International Corporation
200 Crossing Boulevard
P.O. Box 6911
Bridgewater, NJ 08807-0911
USA
TEL : [phone]
declares that the product
Product Name:
Model Number:
Brother Embroidery Machine
XE2

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For Users in Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt
RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference; and
(2) This device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the
FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102
of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment
should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least
20cm or more away from person's body.
For Users in Mexico
The operation of this equipment is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) it is possible that this equipment or device may not cause
harmful interference, and
(2) this equipment or device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Para usuarios en México
La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las siguientes dos
condiciones:
(1) es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause
interferencias perjudiciales y
(2) este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier
interferencia, incluyendo la que pueda causar su
operación no deseada.
Declaration of Conformity
(Europe and Turkey only)
We, Brother Industries, Ltd. 15-1 Naeshiro-cho, Mizuho-ku,
Nagoya 467-8561 Japan declare that this product is in
conformity with the essential requirements of all relevant
directives and regulations applied within the European
Community.
The Declaration of Conformity (DoC) can be downloaded
from Brother Support website. Visit support.brother.com
Declaration of Conformity
for RE Directive 2014/53/
EU (Europe and Turkey
only)
(Applicable to models with
radio interfaces)
We, Brother Industries, Ltd. 15-1 Naeshiro-cho, Mizuho-ku,
Nagoya 467-8561 Japan declare that these products are in
conformity with the provisions of the RE Directive 2014/53/
EU.
The Declaration of Conformity (DoC) can be downloaded
from Brother Support website. Visit support.brother.com
Wireless LAN (Models with
Wireless LAN function
only)
This machine supports wireless interface.
Frequency band(s): 2400-2483.5 MHz
Maximum radio-frequency power transmitted in the
frequency band(s): Less than 20 dBm(e.i.r.p)
UK Declaration of
Conformity
(Great Britain only)
We, Brother Industries, Ltd. 15-1 Naeshiro-cho, Mizuho-ku,
Nagoya 467-8561 Japan declare that these products are in
conformity with the relevant UK legislation.
The Declaration of Conformity (DoC) can be downloaded
from Brother Support website. Visit support.brother.com
UK Declaration of
Conformity for Radio
Equipment Regulation
2017
(Great Britain only)
(Applicable to models with
radio interfaces)
We, Brother Industries, Ltd. 15-1 Naeshiro-cho, Mizuho-ku,
Nagoya 467-8561 Japan declare that these products are in
conformity with the provisions of the Radio Equipment
Regulation 2017.
The Declaration of Conformity (DoC) can be downloaded
from Brother Support website. Visit support.brother.com
For Users in Norway
This subsection does not apply for the geographical area
within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Alesund on
Svalbard.
Dette underavsnittet gjelder ikke for det geografiske området
innenfor en radius av 20 km fra sentrum av Ny-Ålesund på
Svalbard.

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WPA™ and WPA2™ are trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
Any trade names and product names of companies appearing on
Brother products, related documents and any other materials are all
trademarks or registered trademarks of those respective companies.
This product includes software developed by the following
vendor: ©2008 Devicescape Software, Inc.
This product includes open-source software.
To see the open source licensing remarks, please go to the
manual download section on your model’s home page of
Brother Support website at https://s.brother/cpeag/.
Make sure you use a router or firewall when connecting
your machine to the Internet to protect it against
unauthorized access from the Internet.
TRADEMARKS
COPYRIGHT AND LICENSE
OPEN SOURCE LICENSING
REMARKS
PRECAUTION FOR WIRELESS
CONNECTION

CONTENTS
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Chapter 1 GETTING READY 9
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS .............................. 9
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES ................................. 10
TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF................... 10
LCD SCREEN ...................................................... 12
Using the Machine Settings Key ........................................... 13
Using the Machine Help ...................................................... 17
WIRELESS NETWORK CONNECTION
FUNCTIONS....................................................... 18
Operations Available with a Wireless Network Connection ... 18
Enabling a Wireless Network Connection............................. 19
Using the Wizard to Set Up the Wireless Network
Connection .......................................................................... 19
CONNECTING THE ACCESSORY TO THE
MACHINE........................................................... 21
Using a USB Mouse ............................................................. 21
WINDING/INSTALLING THE BOBBIN.............. 22
Winding the Bobbin ............................................................. 22
Setting the Bobbin ................................................................ 25
UPPER THREADING........................................... 26
Upper Threading.................................................................. 26
CHANGING THE NEEDLE.................................. 29
Chapter 2 BASIC EMBROIDERY 31
BEFORE EMBROIDERING .................................. 31
Embroidery Step by Step....................................................... 31
About the Embroidery Unit................................................... 31
SELECTING PATTERNS....................................... 33
Selecting Embroidery Patterns .............................................. 33
Selecting Character Patterns ................................................. 35
Selecting Frame Patterns....................................................... 36
Combining Patterns.............................................................. 37
EDITING PATTERNS........................................... 39
Previewing the Pattern.......................................................... 41
Changing the Size and the Density of the Pattern ................. 41
Creating Repeated Patterns................................................... 42
Embroidering the Pattern Repeatedly.................................... 45
Deselect Region Setting (No Sew Setting) ............................. 46
EDITING COLORS ............................................. 48
Changing the Thread Color .................................................. 48
Finding New Color Schemes with the Color Shuffling
Function............................................................................... 49
Thread Color Sorting ............................................................ 50
VIEWING THE EMBROIDERY SCREEN .............. 51
PREPARING THE FABRIC ................................... 53
Attaching Iron-on Stabilizers (Backing) to the Fabric............. 53
Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame ....................... 54
ATTACHING THE EMBROIDERY FRAME........... 56
CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION .......... 57
Checking the Needle Drop Point with the Embroidery Foot “W+”
with LED Pointer .................................................................. 57
Displaying a Background Image........................................... 58
Checking the Pattern Position............................................... 60
THE 2-POINT EMBROIDERY POSITIONING
FUNCTION ........................................................ 61
EMBROIDERING A PATTERN ............................ 65
Embroidering Attractive Finishes .......................................... 65
Embroidering Patterns .......................................................... 65
Using Appliqués................................................................... 67
ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY
PROCESS ............................................................ 68
If the Thread Breaks or the Bobbin Runs out of Thread During
Embroidering........................................................................ 68
Resuming Embroidery after Turning off the Power ................ 69
Chapter 3 ADVANCED EMBROIDERY 71
VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS ......... 71
Basting Embroidery.............................................................. 71
Creating an Appliqué Piece ................................................. 72
MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS........... 75
Adjusting Thread Tension .................................................... 75
Adjusting the Bobbin Case................................................... 76
Using the Automatic Thread Cutting Function
(End Color Trim) .................................................................. 77
Using the Thread Trimming Function (Jump Stitch Trim)...... 78
Adjusting the Embroidery Speed .......................................... 78
Changing the Thread Color Display..................................... 79
Aligning the Pattern and the Needle .................................... 79
Embroidering Linked Characters .......................................... 80
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION ................... 81
Saving Embroidery Patterns.................................................. 81
Retrieving Embroidery Patterns ............................................ 82
EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS .......................... 83
Using a Frame Pattern To Make an Appliqué....................... 83
Embroidering Couching Patterns.......................................... 84
Creating Stippling, Echo Quilting, or Decorative Fill Patterns
around a Design .................................................................. 87
Embroidering Split Embroidery Patterns ............................... 88
Chapter 4 MY DESIGN CENTER 89
ABOUT MY DESIGN CENTER............................ 89
PATTERN DRAWING SCREEN........................... 89
Before Creating Designs....................................................... 91
Drawing Lines ..................................................................... 91
Drawing Regions ................................................................. 92
Using the Stamp Key............................................................ 93
Using the Erase Key ............................................................. 94
Using the Select Key............................................................ 94
STITCH SETTINGS SCREEN ............................... 95
Specifying Individual Stitch Settings..................................... 95
Specifying Global Stitch Settings.......................................... 96
Loading the Background Image............................................ 97
LINE CONVERSION........................................... 98
Create a Pattern with Line Conversion ................................. 98
ILLUSTRATION CONVERSION ....................... 100
Create a Pattern with Illustration Conversion ..................... 100
STIPPLING ....................................................... 102
Basic Stippling with My Design Center .............................. 102
Decorative Stitching around a Pattern in Embroidery
(a Quilting Function).......................................................... 104
MY STITCH MONITOR APP ............................ 106
MY DESIGN SNAP APP.................................... 107
ARTSPIRA APP COMPATIBLE .......................... 108
Chapter 5 APPENDIX 109
CARE AND MAINTENANCE ............................ 109
Cleaning the LCD .............................................................. 109
Cleaning the machine surface............................................ 109
Restrictions on Oiling ........................................................ 109
Precautions on Storing the Machine................................... 109
Cleaning the Race ............................................................. 109
Cleaning the Cutter in the Bobbin Case Area ..................... 110
Changing Embroidery Foot “W+” with LED Pointer ........... 111
BEFORE LENDING OR DISPOSING OF THE
PRODUCT ....................................................... 112
ADJUSTING THE SCREEN ............................... 112
Touch Panel is Malfunctioning .......................................... 112
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................... 113
If the Thread Becomes Tangled Under the Bobbin
Winder Seat....................................................................... 113
List of Symptoms................................................................ 113
CONTENTS

CONTENTS
7
1
2
3
4
5
ERROR MESSAGES ........................................... 117
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................. 119
UPDATING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE... 121
Update Procedure Using USB Media ................................. 121
Update Procedure Using Wireless LAN Connection........... 121
INDEX .............................................................. 123

CONTENTS
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS
GETTING READY
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1
Main Parts
1Top cover
2Pretension disk (page 23)
3Thread guide for bobbin winding (page 23)
4Spool pin (page 24)
5Spool cap (page 22)
6Supplemental spool pin (page 22)
7Bobbin winder (page 22)
8LCD (liquid crystal display) (page 12)
9Speaker
0Operation buttons (page 10)
AEmbroidery unit (page 32)
BThread cutter (page 28)
CThread guide plate (page 24)
DConnector for the presser foot (page 111)
EHandle
Carry the machine by its handle when transporting the
machine.
FPresser foot lever
You cannot use the presser foot lever after the presser foot has
been raised using (Presser foot lifter button).
GAir vent
The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to circulate.
Do not cover the air vent while the machine is being used.
HMain power switch (page 10)
IPower cord receptacle (page 11)
JUSB port for mouse (page 21)
KUSB port
LHandwheel
Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to raise and
lower the needle.
Needle and Presser Foot Section
1Screw for embroidery foot (page 111)
2Embroidery foot
The embroidery foot helps control fabric flexibility for better
stitch consistency.
3Bobbin cover (page 25)
4Needle plate cover (page 25)
5Needle plate (page 110)
6Needle bar thread guide (page 27)
7Needle clamp screw (page 29)
Chapter 1GETTING READY
Note
• Be sure to install the latest software.
Refer to “UPDATING YOUR MACHINE’S
SOFTWARE” on page 121.
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS
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INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
10
Operation Buttons
1“Start/Stop” button
Press the “Start/Stop” button to start or stop embroidering.
The button changes color according to the machine’s
operation mode.
2Needle position button
Press the needle position button to raise or lower the needle
position. Pressing the button twice embroiders a single stitch.
3Thread cutter button
Press the thread cutter button after embroidering to trim the
excess thread.
4Presser foot lifter button
Press the presser foot lifter button to lower the presser foot and
apply pressure to the fabric. Press this button again to raise the
presser foot.
5Automatic threading button
Use the automatic threading button to automatically thread the
needle.
For included accessories of your machine, refer to the
additional sheet “Included Accessories”.
Green: The machine is ready to embroider or is
embroidering.
Red: The machine is not ready to start
embroidering.
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF
WARNING
• Use only regular household electricity for the
power source. Using other power sources may
result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the
machine.
• Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Electric
shock may result.
• Make sure that the plugs on the power cord
are firmly inserted into the electrical outlet
and the power cord receptacle on the
machine. Otherwise, a fire or electric shock
may result.
• Turn the main power to OFF and remove the
plug in the following circumstances:
• When you are away from the machine
• After using the machine
• When the power fails during use
• When the machine does not operate correctly
due to a bad connection or a disconnection
• During electrical storms
CAUTION
• Use only the power cord included with this
machine.
• Do not use extension cords or multi-plug
adapters with many other appliances plugged
in to them. Fire or electric shock may result.
• When unplugging the machine, always turn
the main power to OFF first. Always grasp the
plug to remove it from the outlet. Pulling on
the cord may damage the cord, or lead to fire
or electric shock.
• Do not allow the power cord to be cut,
damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled,
twisted, or bundled. Do not place heavy
objects on the cord. Do not subject the cord to
heat. These things may damage the cord, or
cause fire or electric shock. If the cord or plug
is damaged, take the machine to your
authorized Brother dealer for repairs before
continuing use.
• Unplug the power cord if the machine is not to
be used for a long period of time. Otherwise, a
fire may result.

TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF
GETTING READY
11
1
aInsert the power supply cord into the power cord
receptacle, then insert the plug into a wall outlet.
1Main power switch
2Power supply cord
bTurn the main power switch to “I” to turn on the
machine.
cWhen the machine is turned on, the opening movie is
played. Touch anywhere on the screen.
dTurn the main power switch to “O” to turn off the
machine.
Setting Your Machine for the First Time
When you first turn on the machine, set the language and
time/date to your language and local time/date.
aTouch and to set your local language and then
touch .
bThe message screen, confirming if you want to set
time/date, appears. Touch .
cTouch or to set time/date. And then touch
.
1Select [ON] to display time/date on the screen.
2Touch or to select the date display format.
3Set the year (YYYY), month (MM) and date (DD).
4Select whether 24h or 12h setting will display.
5Set the current time.
The clock starts from 0 second of the time you set.
dThe following message about a wireless LAN
connection appears. To set up a connection, touch
, and then refer to steps cthrough fin
“Using the Wizard to Set Up the Wireless Network
Connection” on page 19 to finish setting up a wireless
LAN connection.
•(ForU.S.Aonly)
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade
wider than the other). To reduce the risk of
electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit in a
polarized electrical outlet only one way.
If the plug does not fit fully in the electrical
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician to install the
proper electrical outlet. Do not modify the
plug in any way.
Memo
• The light, LCD and the “Start/Stop” button light up
when the machine is turned on.
a
b
Memo
• The time/date you set may be cleared, if you don't
turn on the machine for an extended period of time.
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2

LCD SCREEN
12
Touch the LCD screen or a key with your finger or the
included touch pen to select a machine function.
Home Page Screen
LCD SCREEN
IMPORTANT
• Only touch the screen with your finger or the
touch pen (stylus) included with the machine.
Do not use a mechanical pencil, screwdriver
or any other hard or sharp object. In addition,
do not press the screen with extreme pressure.
Otherwise the screen may be damaged.
Note
• All or part of the screen may sometimes become
darker or lighter due to changes in the surrounding
temperature or other changes in the environment.
This is not a sign of a malfunction. If the screen is
difficult to read, adjust its brightness.
No.
Display
Explanation Page
Name
1Select an embroidery pattern. 31
Embroidery
key
2Create an original embroidery
pattern.
89
My Design
Center key
3Shows the machine’s signal
strength. Touch this key to specify
the wireless settings.
If there is a new update file, the
key appears as .
15, 19
Wireless LAN
key
4Change the needle stop position,
adjust the pattern or screen, and
change other machine settings.
13
Machine
settings key
5See explanations on how to use
the machine. You can see the
tutorial videos and also MP4
movie files that you have saved on
USB media.
17
Machine help
key
6Touch this key before changing
the needle, the presser foot, etc.
This key locks all key and button
functions to prevent operation of
the machine.
25, 29
Presser foot/
Needle
exchange key
7Lock the screen. When the screen
is locked, you can still embroider,
but cannot change any of the
screen functions. Touch this key
again to unlock the screen.
—
Screen lock
key
8Return to the home page screen at
any time and select a different
category - [Embroidery] or [My
Design Center].
—
Home page
screen key
9Set the time/date. 11
Time/Date key
2
1
9
3 4 5 6 7 8

LCD SCREEN
GETTING READY
13
1
Using the Machine Settings Key
Touch to change the default machine settings (needle
stop position, embroidery speed, opening display, etc.). To
display the different settings screens, touch for
“General settings”, for “Embroidery settings” or
for “Wireless LAN settings”.
General Settings
1Select the needle stop position (the needle position
when the machine is not operating) to be up or down.
2Select the operation of the (Needle position
button) from the following two sequences.
Each press of the (Needle position button):
[ON] : Switches the needle position between being
raised, stopped immediately before entering the
fabric, or lowered.
[OFF] : Switches the needle position between being
raised or lowered.
3Select the shape of the pointer when a USB mouse is
used.
4Turn both the upper and bobbin thread sensors [ON] or
[OFF]. If it is turned [OFF], the machine can be used
without thread.
5Select the speaker volume. Increase the number for
louder volume, decrease for softer volume.
6Select the brightness of the work area lights.
7Select the screen display brightness.
8You can save the current settings screen image in a USB
media by touching this key when the USB media is
inserted into the USB port. The files are saved in a folder
labeled [bPocket].
9Reset settings on this page to original default. Some
settings are not reset.
0Set the [Eco Mode] and the [Shutoff Support Mode] to
save the machine power (page 15).
ASelect the length of time until the screen saver appears.
BSelect the image of the screen saver (page 16).
CSelect the initial screen that is displayed when the
machine is turned on.
DSelect the display language.
EUse to certify your machine when you use [My
Connection] function with Brother cutting machine (sold
separately and limited to certain sales region). For
details, visit the following webpage and refer to the “My
Connection” Operation Manual. https://s.brother/cmeaf/
Note
• The machine default setting is highlighted.
Memo
• Touch or to display a different settings
screen.
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IMPORTANT
• When [Upper and Bobbin Thread Sensor] is set
to [OFF], the machine cannot detect tangled
upper thread. Continuing to use the machine
with tangled thread may cause damage.
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KIT I has been certified on this machine.
FShows the service count which is a reminder to take your
machine in for regular servicing. (Contact your
authorized Brother dealer for details.)
GShows the total number of stitches embroidered on this
machine.
HShows the internal machine number for this machine.
IShows the program version.
JErase all saved data, customized settings and network
information in the machine.
Embroidery Settings
1Select the embroidery frame to be used.
2Select the center point marker or grid lines.
3Select the thread color display on the embroidery
screen; thread number, color name. (page 79)
4Select the thread brand of the thread color display.
(page 79)
5Adjust the maximum embroidery speed (page 78).
6Adjust the upper thread tension for embroidering
(page 76).
7Select the height of the embroidery foot during
embroidering (page 53).
8Select the display units for embroidering (mm/inch).
9Select the color of the background for the embroidery
display area.
0Select the color of the background for the thumbnail
area.
ASelect the size of pattern thumbnails.
BAdjust the distance between the pattern and the basting
stitching. (page 71)
CWhen set to [ON], pressing the “Start/Stop” button when
the embroidery foot is raised automatically lowers the
embroidery foot before starting embroidering.
DAdjust the position and brightness of the embroidery foot
“W+” with LED pointer (this setting is available if
embroidery foot “W+” with LED pointer has been
attached.) (page 58)
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Wireless LAN Settings
1Enable/Disable the wireless LAN function (page 19).
2Shows the connected SSID.
3Set the machine to connect wireless LAN function.
4Shows the machine name used on the wireless network.
5Change the machine name used on the wireless
network.
6Check the wireless LAN status.
7Display other menus.
8Reset network operations.
9Display the introduction to the applications. Touch the
key of the app whose information you want to display.
On smart devices with a QR reader app installed, scan
the QR code to display a screen that shows how to
install the app.
My Stitch Monitor: The machine’s embroidering status
can be monitored from your smart device. For details,
refer to “MY STITCH MONITOR APP” on page 106.
My Design Snap: You can position your embroidery
designs on the fabric, by capturing image of the hooped
fabric and sending the image to your machine. For
details, refer to “MY DESIGN SNAP APP” on page 107.
Artspira: You can transfer content published on the app
to the embroidery machine and enjoy creating original
works using the functions on the app.
0If there is a new update program, download the update
file. (page 121)
ADisplay update program information. (page 121)
BRegister the Artspira app. (page 108)
Setting the [Eco Mode] and the [Shutoff
Support Mode]
You can save the machine power by setting the [Eco
Mode] and the [Shutoff Support Mode].
If you leave the machine turned on without using it for the
set period of time, the machine enters in each mode.
Touch to display [Eco Mode] and [Shutoff Support
Mode]. (page 13)
[Eco Mode];
Machine will enter a sleep mode after the set period of
time. Touch the screen or press the “Start/Stop” button to
continue operating.
[Shutoff Support Mode];
Machine will enter the lower power mode after the set
period of time. Turn the machine off and then back on to
restart operating.
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Memo
• If you turn off the machine while the machine is in
the [Eco Mode] or the [Shutoff Support Mode], wait
for about 5 seconds before turning on the machine
again.
• For details on condition of the [Eco Mode] and
[Shutoff Support Mode], refer to
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Changing the Screen Saver Image
Instead of the default image, you can select your own
personal images for the screen saver of your machine.
Before changing the screen saver image, prepare the
image on USB media. For details on compatible image
files, refer to “SPECIFICATIONS” on page 119.
aTouch .
The settings screen appears.
bTouch .
The general settings screen appears.
cDisplay [Screen Saver] in the general settings screen.
dTouch .
eTouch .
fConnect the USB media that contains your personal
image to the USB port of the machine.
gTouch to select the first image.
hSelect the device that is connected.
A list of your personal images appears on the screen.
* : Delete the selected image.
* : Return to the previous page.
iSelect a file name and then touch .
The selected image is stored on your machine.
* : Return to the previous page.
jRepeat steps gthrough ito set the remaining
images.
kTouch to return to the original screen.
Memo
• Touch [Default] to select default images for the
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Using the Machine Help
Touch to display the machine help screen. Functions
are available from the screen shown below.
1Explanation for upper threading, winding the bobbin,
preparing to embroider a pattern, and how to use the
machine (page 17)
2Tutorial videos or MPEG-4 (MP4) videos (page 17,
page 18)
3Display the introduction to the applications. Touch the
key of the app whose information you want to display.
On smart devices with a QR reader app installed, scan
the QR code to display a screen that shows how to
install the app.
My Stitch Monitor: The machine’s embroidering status
can be monitored from your smart device. For details,
refer to “MY STITCH MONITOR APP” on page 106.
My Design Snap: You can position your embroidery
designs on the fabric, by capturing image of the hooped
fabric and sending the image to your machine. For
details, refer to “MY DESIGN SNAP APP” on page 107.
Artspira: You can transfer content published on the app
to the embroidery machine and enjoy creating original
works using the functions on the app.
4Introduction to ScanNCut (My Connection)
5End-user license agreements (EULA)
Using the Operation Guide Function
Touch to display the screen shown
below. Categories are displayed at the top of the screen.
Touch a key to see more information about that category.
Some of the functions are described in the movies. Watch
these movies for a better understanding of the functions.
1Information about the main parts of the machine and
their functions
2Information about the operation buttons
3Information about threading the machine, changing
needles, etc.
4Information about attaching the embroidery unit,
preparing fabric for embroidering, etc.
5Information about troubleshooting
6Information about cleaning the machine, etc.
Playing a Tutorial Video
This machine provides tutorial videos on how to use the
machine.
aTouch .
bTouch .
cSelect the category and the tutorial video.
1Category
2Tutorial video
dPlay the tutorial video.
1Number of seconds elapsed/Total number of seconds
2Repeat
3Return to beginning
4Skip back 10 seconds
5Play
6Skip forward 10 seconds
7Stop
8Pause
9Save to machine (when playing from USB media).
A video can be saved to (favorites) of the
machine, from where it can be played.
When playing from the machine’s memory,
changes to . Touch to delete the video.
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• The specifications shown in the movie may differ
from the ones on the actual product, in details.
• The movie includes optional parts not included with
this product.
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eAfter you are finished playing the video, touch .
Playing MPEG-4 (MP4) Videos
Your MP4 videos can be played from USB media. In
addition, the MP4 video can be saved to the machine so
that a tutorial video on creating a project, for example,
can be viewed at any time. For details on supported file
extensions, refer to “SPECIFICATIONS” on page 119.
aTouch .
bTouch .
cSelect the device where the video is saved.
1Tutorial videos
2Videos saved on the machine (favorites)
3Videos from USB media plugged into the USB port
4Videos from USB media plugged into the USB port for
mouse
dSelect the video that you want to play.
ePlay the video.
* Use the operation keys as described in “Playing a
Tutorial Video” on page 17.
fAfter you are finished playing the video, touch .
Operations Available with a Wireless
Network Connection
This machine supports a wireless network connection. The
following useful operations will be available if the machine is
connected to a wireless network.
For updating
Directly download the update file to the machine.
(page 121)
For embroidering
• Conveniently check the operating status of the
machine from your smart device by using the
dedicated mobile application (My Stitch Monitor).
• My Design Snap: You can position your embroidery
designs on the fabric, by capturing image of the
hooped fabric and sending the image to your
machine.
Memo
• Some types of MP4 file cannot be played with the
machine.
Note
• Long file names may be shortened when they are
displayed.
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