Brother Duetta 4500D User manual

Innov-ís 4500D/4000D/4000
PREMIUM UPGRADE PACKAGE
Version 4.0 Upgrade Kit Operation Manual
Before using this upgrade kit, be sure to read this Operation Manual for
information on its correct use.

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CONTENTS
Before You Start........................................................................................................................ 2
New Features............................................................................................................................ 2
Embroidering with the Border Embroidery Frame...................................................................... 3
Sample Projects Using the Border Embroidery Frame .......................................................... 3
Selecting a Pattern .............................................................................................................. 3
Hooping the Fabric in the Border Embroidery Frame ..........................................................5
Attaching the Border Embroidery Frame to the Embroidery Unit .........................................7
Embroidering the First Pattern ............................................................................................. 8
Removing the Border Embroidery Frame ............................................................................. 8
Embroidering the Next Pattern ............................................................................................ 9
If the Bobbin Runs Out of Thread ..................................................................................... 11
Selecting a New Border Pattern .............................................................................................. 11
Creating an Appliqué Piece .................................................................................................... 12
Sample Projects Using Created Appliqué Pieces ............................................................... 12
Creating an Appliqué Piece .............................................................................................. 12
Using a Frame Pattern for the Outline ............................................................................... 15
Changing the Pointer Shape When a USB Mouse Is Used....................................................... 17
Changing the Background Colors of the Embroidering Patterns............................................... 17
Basting Embroidery................................................................................................................. 18
Separating Combined Character Patterns ................................................................................ 19
Selecting a Small Font/Cyrillic Font......................................................................................... 21
List of New Patterns................................................................................................................ 22
Border Patterns (Additions from Decorative Stitch Patterns) .............................................. 22
Small Fonts ...................................................................................................................... 23
Small Fonts ...................................................................................................................... 23
Cyrillic Fonts ................................................................................................................... 23
Cyrillic Fonts ................................................................................................................... 24

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Before You Start
It is important to perform the upgrade according to the procedure described in the Installation Guide. The machine
can then be used as described in the Operation Manual. New machine features and benefits are described in this
guide.
New Features
The following features will be added with the upgrade to version 4.0.
• A border embroidery frame is included, allowing the fabric to easily be rehooped when embroidering
repeated patterns.
• 150 decorative stitch patterns have been added as border patterns. ( or )
• Appliqué pieces can be created. ( )
• The pointer that appears when a USB mouse is used can be changed to one of three shapes.
• The background colors of the LCD screens can be changed to one of four colors, according to the color of the
pattern. ( or )
• A basting function has been added for embroidering fabric that cannot have stabilizer material affixed with an
iron or adhesive. ( )
• Combined character patterns can be separated so that the character spacing can be freely adjusted. ( )
• Two additional small fonts have been added. ( or )
• Two Cyrillic fonts have been added. ( or )

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Embroidering with the Border
Embroidery Frame
Since the fabric can easily be repositioned and
rehooped if the border embroidery frame is used, this
frame is useful for embroidering repeated patterns while
sliding the fabric. An added feature of this frame is that
the pressure applied by the upper and lower frames
does not leave an indentation in the fabric. An area of
10 cm × 18 cm can be embroidered.
■Sample Projects Using the Border
Embroidery Frame
We recommend using the border embroidery frame
when embroidery repeated patterns at the edges of
items such as curtains, chair covers, bed covers,
tablecloths and blankets.
■Selecting a Pattern
For this example, we will select an embroidery pattern
available on the CD-ROM.
aCopy the embroidery pattern from the CD-
ROM to the computer.
bCopy the pattern to be used to USB media or
a removable disk in your computer.
cInstall embroidery foot "W" and the
embroidery unit on the sewing machine.
d
Press , and then recall the pattern from the
USB media or computer to the sewing machine.
eCombine the patterns and use the border
function to repeat the pattern.
CAUTION
• Do not leave the border embroidery frame within
the reach of children, otherwise injuries may result.
Note
• When the border embroidery frame is not being
used, unlock it before storing it.
Memo
• Since it may take some time to recall a pattern from
the CD-ROM directly to the sewing machine, copy
the pattern from the CD-ROM to the computer,
transfer it to USB media or a removable disk, and
then recall it from the sewing machine.
Memo
• For details on the border function, refer to
“Designing Repeated Patterns” in chapter 6 of the
Operation Manual for the sewing machine.

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fPress .
gFrom the embroidery frame display settings,
select one of the embroidery frame displays
for the border embroidery frame.
* Of the 12 settings available, there are two for border
embroidery frames.
aBorder embroidery frame embroidering area
bCenter line
hIf necessary, add the thread mark. Since the
pattern will be repeatedly embroidered from
the top to the bottom, add the thread mark at
the lower center of the pattern. When you are
finished, press .
a
b
Note
• Do not add thread marks to character patterns.
• Add the thread mark to patterns that do not have a
point of alignment, such as rotated patterns or
patterns that are spaced apart. Patterns that can be
aligned visually can be embroidered cleanly without
the thread mark.

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iPress .
■Hooping the Fabric in the Border Embroidery
Frame
aWith a chalk pen, mark the fabric with a line
drawn down the center of the area to be
embroidered.
aPattern
bMark (line)
Memo
• Select the location where the thread mark is to be
added according to the direction that the embroidery
is repeated.
When repeated in a rotating direction
aFirst Pattern
bSecond Pattern
cThread mark

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bAffix stabilizer material to the fabric to be
embroidered.
cIf the upper frame is locked down against the
lower frame, press the left and right lock
release buttons to unlock the upper frame.
aLock release buttons
dLay the fabric between the upper and lower
frames.
ePlace the embroidery sheet in the upper
frame, align the guide line on the embroidery
sheet with the mark (line) on the fabric, and
then press down on the left and right locking
levers until they click into place.
aLocking levers
fRemove the embroidery sheet, and then pull
the four sides of the fabric to remove any
slack. Finally, check that the fabric is firmly
stretched.
Note
• When embroidering the edges of the fabric, affix
stabilizer material larger than the fabric, and then
firmly secure the fabric and excess part of the
stabilizer material within the border embroidery
frame (in the same way as when the normal
embroidery frame is used). Otherwise, misaligned
patterns may result.
aFabric
bStabilizer
Memo
• The fabric can also be positioned in the border
embroidery frame by aligning the edge of the fabric
with the inner markings on the upper frame.
Note
• If there is excess fabric after the center of the
embroidering area is aligned with the center of the
border embroidery frame, fold over the excess
fabric, place it on top of the upper frame, and then
press down on the levers. Be careful that the folded
excess fabric is not caught in the embroidering area.

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■Attaching the Border Embroidery Frame to
the Embroidery Unit
aMake sure that the needle and presser foot
have been raised. If the needle has not been
raised, press the "Needle Position" button to
raise it. If the presser foot has not been raised,
press the "Presser Foot Lifter" button to raise
it.
bMake sure that the embroidery unit carriage
has moved to its initial position.
cAlign the guide on the border embroidery
frame with the right edge of the embroidery
frame holder.
aEmbroidery frame holder
bGuide on border embroidery frame
dSlide the border embroidery frame into the
embroidery frame holder, making sure to
align the border embroidery frame's arrow
mark (U) with the embroidery frame holder's
arrow mark (U).
aArrow marks
eLower the frame-securing lever so that it is
level with the border embroidery frame to
secure the border embroidery frame in the
embroidery frame holder.
aFrame-securing lever
CAUTION
• After firmly hooping the fabric in the border
embroidery frame, attach the frame to the
embroidery unit. Otherwise, the needle may break
and cause injuries.
• Before attaching the border embroidery frame to
the embroidery unit, make sure that the needle and
presser foot have been raised. Otherwise, the
needle may break and cause injuries.
Note
• Before attaching the border embroidery frame, wind
the bobbin with thread and install it.
a
b
CAUTION
• If the frame-securing lever is not lowered, the
pattern may not embroider correctly or the presser
foot may strike the border embroidery frame and
cause injuries.
a
a

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■Embroidering the First Pattern
aTo check the embroidering area, press .
bThread the machine, and then start
embroidering.
→When embroidering is finished, the thread mark is
sewn with the last thread color.
■Removing the Border Embroidery Frame
aRaise the frame-securing lever and pull the
border embroidery frame toward you.
Note
• When the border embroidery frame is used, the
embroidering time may be slightly longer than the
time that appears in the screen, depending on the
type of fabric and pattern that is used.
CAUTION
• Do not touch the border embroidery frame while
embroidering.
Note
• Before removing the border embroidery frame from
the embroidery unit, make sure that the embroidery
unit carriage has moved to its initial position.
CAUTION
• If the thread has become tangled and the
embroidery unit carriage does not move to its initial
position, even after the thread is cut, turn off the
machine, manually move the carriage, and then
remove the border embroidery frame.
• Only move the embroidery unit carriage when the
machine is turned off.
OFF

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■Embroidering the Next Pattern
aPress both lock release buttons and slide the
fabric to align the embroidering area of the
next pattern, and rehoop the fabric in the
border embroidery frame.
aPattern embroidered first
bPosition of pattern to be embroidered next
cEmbroidering area of embroidery sheet
bAttach the border embroidery frame to the
embroidery unit, and then press .
cUse to select the needle position that
will align with the thread mark at the end of
previous embroidery. For this example, align
the needle position with the upper center of
the next pattern. When you are finished, press
.
Note
• Adjust the position of the fabric so that the
embroidering area for the next pattern is within the
embroidering area of the embroidery sheet.

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dUse to align the needle position with
the point of the thread mark.
aNeedle position
eAfter aligning the needle position for the
beginning of embroidering, remove the
thread mark.
fEmbroider the next pattern. To continue
embroidering a repeating pattern, repeat the
procedure starting with “Removing the
Border Embroidery Frame”.
Note
• After turning the handwheel to check the needle
position, press the "Needle Position" button to raise
the needle.
Note
• Remove the thread mark before starting to
embroider. Otherwise, the thread mark stitching may
be combined with the pattern stitching.
a
CAUTION
• If the sewing machine is turned off, then turned on
again with the border embroidery frame attached or
if you try to select a stitch from the Utility Stitch
screen or the Character/Decorative Stitch screen
while the border embroidery frame is attached, the
following message appears. If the border
embroidery frame is not fully removed from the
embroidery unit at this time, the border embroidery
frame may be hit by the presser foot when the
carriage of the embroidery unit is moved. When the
following message appears, fully remove the border
embroidery frame.

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■If the Bobbin Runs Out of Thread
If the bobbin runs out of thread while embroidering,
the machine stops and a message appears. Follow
the procedure described below to replace the
bobbin thread.
aPress .
bPress .
→The thread is automatically cut and the embroidery
unit carriage moves to its initial position.
cRaise the frame-securing lever on the
embroidery unit, and then remove the border
embroidery frame.
dInstall the bobbin wound with thread.
ePress , and then attach the border
embroidery frame to the embroidery unit.
fPress the "Start/Stop" button to return to the
position where embroidering was stopped,
and continue embroidering.
Selecting a New Border Pattern
150 decorative stitch patterns have been added as
border patterns. For details on the patterns, refer to “List
of New Patterns” at the end of this guide. If the border
embroidery frame is used, repeated patterns can easily
be embroidered since the fabric can easily be
rehooped. The following procedure describes how to
select a pattern in embroidery edit mode.
aPress .
bPress .
cPress the key of the desired pattern from the
new border patterns on P. 7 through P. 16.
dIf necessary, use the border function to repeat
the pattern.
Memo
• For details, refer to “If the Bobbin Runs Out of
Thread” in chapter 5 of the Operation Manual for the
sewing machine.

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Creating an Appliqué Piece
Appliqué pieces can be created from the built-in
patterns and patterns on embroidery cards. This is
convenient for fabrics that cannot be embroidered or
when you wish to attach an appliqué to a garment.
■Sample Projects Using Created Appliqué
Pieces
Appliqué pieces can be attached to items that you
already own, such as bags and clothes, to customize
them. When attached to denim, the appliqué pattern
really stands out. Animal and fruit appliqués can be
used as children's toys.
■Creating an Appliqué Piece
As an example, the following pattern will be used to
create an appliqué piece.
aPress .
bSelect the pattern, and edit it if necessary.
Note
• Felt or denim fabrics are recommended to make the
appliqué piece. Depending on the pattern and fabric
used, lighter weight fabrics may cause the stitching
to appear smaller.
• For best results, be sure to use stabilizer material for
embroidering.
• Select a frame that matches the pattern size. Frame
options are displayed on the LCD screen.
• When making appliqué pieces, do not use the
border embroidery frame. Depending on the pattern
density and fabric used, shrinkage of the stitching
may occur.
Note
• Finish editing the pattern before selecting the
appliqué setting. If the pattern is edited after
selecting the appliqué setting, the appliqué stitching
and pattern may become misaligned.
• Since an outline is added, the pattern for an
appliqué piece (when the appliqué setting is
selected) will be larger than the original pattern.
First, adjust the size and position of the pattern as
shown below.
aEmbroidering area
bApprox. 1 cm
cPattern size

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cPress , and then display P. 6 of the
settings screen.
dUse to specify the distance between
the pattern and the appliqué outline.
ePress to return to the previous screen.
fPress to select the appliqué setting.
→The steps for creating the appliqué piece are added
to the sewing order.
Memo
• Three settings are available: 1 (narrow), 2 (normal)
and 3 (wide).
• The setting remains selected even if the machine is
turned off.
Memo
• To cancel the setting, press .
• If no pattern is selected, the key appears gray and
cannot be selected.
Memo
• Three steps are added to the sewing order: appliqué
cutting line, position of pattern placement on the
garment, and appliqué stitching.
aCutting line for appliqué
bPosition of pattern placement on garment
cAppliqué stitching

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gPress .
hFuse or stick a piece of stabilizer to the back
of the felt or denim fabric to be used as the
appliqué piece.
iHoop the appliqué fabric in the embroidery
frame, attach the embroidery frame to the
machine, and then start embroidering.
jAfter the pattern is embroidered, thread the
machine with the thread for the cutting line,
and then sew the cutting line (APPLIQUE
MATERIAL).
aCutting line for appliqué
kRemove the appliqué material from the
embroidery frame, and then carefully cut
along the stitching. After cutting, carefully
remove all of the cutting line thread.
fif
lUse two layers of adhesive water-soluble
stabilizer material with their sticky sides
together, and then hoop them in the
embroidery frame.
Note
• An appliqué piece cannot be created if the pattern is
too large or too complicated or a combined pattern
is separated. Even if the selected pattern fits within
the embroidering area, the entire appliqué pattern
may exceed the embroidering area when the outline
is added. If an error message appears, select a
different pattern or edit it.
Note
• For best results, be sure to use stabilizer material for
embroidering.
Memo
• We recommend using thread for the cutting line that
is closest to the color of the fabric.
Note
• Depending on the pattern density and fabric used,
there may be shrinking of the pattern or the appliqué
may be misaligned with the placement line. We
recommend cutting slightly outside of the cutting
line.
• When using patterns that are vertically and
horizontally symmetrical, use a chalk pen to indicate
the pattern orientation before cutting it out.
• Carefully cut out the pattern on the outline you just
sewed. Do not cut inside the cutting line, otherwise
the appliqué fabric will not be caught by the appliqué
stitch.
Note
• If water-soluble stabilizer is used, it is not necessary
to remove the stabilizer material after sewing the
appliqué outline. To reduce shrinkage of the pattern,
we recommend using water-soluble stabilizer.
• Put together two layers of water-soluble stabilizer,
otherwise the stabilizer material may tear during
embroidering.

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mThread the machine with the thread for the
outline from step o, and then sew the
placement line for the appliqué position
(APPLIQUE POSITION).
aPattern placement line
nLightly apply glue or spray adhesive, and
paste the appliqué piece so that it aligns with
the placement line.
oWith the machine threaded using the thread
for the outline from step m, sew the outline
(APPLIQUE).
aOutline of appliqué piece
pAfter embroidering is finished, remove the
stabilizer material from the embroidery
frame.
qUse scissors to cut the excess water-soluble
stabilizer from outside the appliqué outline.
rSoak the appliqué piece in water to dissolve
the water-soluble stabilizer.
fi
sDry the appliqué piece, and then iron it if
necessary.
■Using a Frame Pattern for the Outline
Using a frame pattern, the desired shape can be
added as the outline of the appliqué.
aPerform the operations described in steps a
through eof “Creating an Appliqué Piece”.
bSelect the desired frame shape and pattern,
and add it to the appliqué pattern.
Note
• Before pasting the appliqué piece down, make sure
the appliqué piece is positioned correctly within the
placement line.
Memo
• The outline is sewn using satin stitching.
• Some glue may get onto the presser foot, needle,
and needle plate at this time. Finish embroidering
the appliqué pattern, and then clean off the glue.
Note
• Do not apply a strong force when ironing, otherwise
the stitching may be damaged.

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cEdit the frame pattern to fit the size of the
appliqué pattern.
dPress to select the appliqué piece
setting.
fif
ePress .
fUse to select the frame pattern,
and then press .
→The frame pattern is deleted.
gPress , and then press .
hContinue with step hof “Creating an
Appliqué Piece” to complete the appliqué
piece.

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Changing the Pointer Shape When a
USB Mouse Is Used
In the settings screen, the shape can be selected for the
pointer that appears when a USB mouse is connected.
Depending on the background color, select the desired
shape from the three that are available.
aPress
.
bDisplay P. 3 of the settings screen.
cUse to select the pointer shape from
the three settings available ( , and ).
dPress to return to the previous screen.
Changing the Background Colors of
the Embroidering Patterns
In the settings screen, the background colors can be
changed for the embroidery pattern and pattern
thumbnails. Depending on the pattern color, select the
desired background color from the four that are
available. Different background colors can be selected
for the embroidery pattern and pattern thumbnails.
aPress or .
bPress
.
cDisplay P. 6 of the settings screen.
Memo
• For details on changing the background color, refer
to “Changing the Background Colors of the
Embroidering Patterns” on this page.
Memo
• The setting remains selected even if the machine is
turned off.

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dUse to select the background color
from the four settings available ( , ,
and ).
aEmbroidery pattern background
bPattern thumbnails background
ePress to return to the previous screen.
Basting Embroidery
Before embroidering, basting stitches can be sewn
along the outline of the pattern. This is useful for
embroidering fabric that cannot have stabilizer material
affixed with an iron or adhesive. By attaching stabilizer
material to the fabric, shrinkage of the stitching or
misaligned pattern can be prevented.
aPress .
bSelect the pattern, and edit it if necessary.
cPress , and then display P. 6 of the
settings screen.
dUse to specify the distance from the
pattern to the basting stitching.
Memo
• The setting remains selected even if the machine is
turned off.
a
b
Note
• Finish editing the pattern before selecting the
basting setting. If the pattern is edited after selecting
the basting setting, the basting and pattern may
become misaligned, and the basting stitches may be
difficult to remove after embroidering is complete.
Memo
• The higher the setting, the farther the basting is from
the pattern.
• The setting remains selected even if the machine is
turned off.

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ePress to return to the previous screen.
fPress to select the basting setting.
→Basting is added to the beginning of the sewing
order.
gPress to start embroidering.
hWhen embroidering is finished, remove the
basting stitching.
Separating Combined Character
Patterns
Combined character patterns can be separated to adjust
the character spacing or to separately edit the patterns
after all characters have been entered.
aPress .
bPress , and then select the font.
cCombine the characters, and then press .
dPress .
Memo
• To cancel the setting, press .
• If no pattern is selected, the key appears gray and
cannot be selected.