Brother Upgrade KIT III User manual

Upgrade KIT III
Operation Manual
Sewing and Embroidery Machine
Be sure to read this document before using the machine.
We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference.
Be sure to read this document before using the machine.
We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference.

CONTENTS
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CONTENTS
CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................. 1
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES...................................................................................................... 2
Using Advanced Multi-Function Foot Controller............................................................................................. 2
■Adjusting the Length of the Cord for the Main Foot Controller........................................................................... 4
Using Advanced Monogramming Foot “N+”................................................................................................... 4
Using Fine Tipped Stylus Pen........................................................................................................................... 5
UTILITY STITCHES AND CHARACTER/DECORATIVE STITCHES ........................................... 5
The Utility Stitch Patterns ............................................................................................................................... 5
Changing the Start and End Angles of the Stitch Pattern (Stitch Tapering Function) ....................................... 5
■Method 1: Begin Changing the Angle at the End of Sewing by Pressing the “Reverse Stitch” Button .................. 6
■Method 2: Sewing a Specified Number of Stitch Patterns.................................................................................... 7
■Method 3: Specifying the Sewing End Point with an End Point Sticker ................................................................ 8
■Saving Settings..................................................................................................................................................... 8
■Retrieving Saved Settings..................................................................................................................................... 9
EMBROIDERY ......................................................................................................................... 9
New Embroidery Patterns................................................................................................................................ 9
Deselect Region Setting (No Sew Setting) ..................................................................................................... 10
Embroidering a Quilting Pattern Across the Entire Fabric (Edge-to-Edge Quilt Function) ............................. 11
■Creating Edge-to-Edge Quilt Data ..................................................................................................................... 11
■Embroidering the Edge-to-Edge Quilt Pattern.................................................................................................... 12
Embroidering Split Embroidery Patterns........................................................................................................ 17
■Connecting the Pattern Sections with the Camera ............................................................................................ 17
■Connecting the Pattern Sections Manually ........................................................................................................ 21
Embroidering Couching Patterns................................................................................................................... 23
■Preparing for Embroidery Couching .................................................................................................................. 23
■Embroidering a Couching Pattern...................................................................................................................... 25
MY DESIGN CENTER ............................................................................................................ 26
Additional Patterns........................................................................................................................................ 26
Importing Motif Stitch Pattern Data or Decorative Fill Pattern Data ............................................................ 26
OTHER FUNCTIONS ............................................................................................................ 28
CONTENTS

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This manual provides details on the functions added/upgraded. Before using this manual, upgrade your
machine according to the procedure in the Installation Guide. Before using the functions described in this
manual, read the Operation Manual included with the machine.
The screen illustrations in this manual may differ from actual ones shown on the machine.
Using Advanced Multi-Function
Foot Controller
With the advanced multi-function foot controller,
various sewing machine operations in addition to
starting/stopping sewing, such as thread cutting
and reverse stitching, can be specified to be
performed.
aAlign the smaller end of the mounting plate
with the guide on the bottom of the side
pedal, and then gently fasten them together
with the mounting screw.
Align the larger end of the mounting plate
with the guide on the bottom of the main
foot controller, and then gently fasten them
together with the mounting screw.
aGuide on side pedal
bMounting plate
cGuide on main foot controller
bAdjust the spacing between the main foot
controller and side pedal.
* Use the markings on the mounting plate as a
convenient guide to adjust the spacing.
INCLUDED
ACCESSORIES
WARNING
• The advanced multi-function foot controller
contains small parts. Keep the product out of
the reach of children to prevent accidental
ingestion of small parts.
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No. Part Name
1 Main foot controller
2 Side pedal
3 Mounting plate
4 Mounting screw × 2
Memo
• The side pedal can be mounted on either the
left or right side of the main foot controller.
• The main foot controller and side pedal can
also be used without installing the mounting
plate.
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cFirmly tighten the mounting screws to
secure the main foot controller and side
pedal.
dInsert the plug for the side pedal into the
jack on the main foot controller.
eInsert the plug for the main foot controller
into the foot controller jack on the right
side of the machine.
aMain foot controller
bFoot controller jack
fTurn on the machine. And then touch
and display page 3 of the settings screen.
gSelect the functions to be performed by the
multi-function foot controller.
* If you set the “Reverse Stitch” function on the heel
switch, machine operates the same as pressing the
“Reverse Button” on the machine.
* Reinforcement stitching may be applied depending
on the selected stitch pattern. For details, refer to
“Automatic Reinforcement Stitching” in the
machine’s Operation Manual (Sewing).
hTouch .
Memo
• To readjust the spacing between the main
foot controller and side pedal, slightly loosen
the mounting screws, and then adjust the
positions of the main foot controller and side
pedal.
Memo
• The length of the cord for the main foot
controller can be adjusted. (page 4)
Memo
• Before specifying the functions, connect the
multi-function foot controller to the machine.
The settings screen is activated the first time
that the machine detects the multi-function
foot controller.
a
b
Controller Functions that can be specified
aMain foot controller Start/Stop
bHeel switch Select any of the following:
• [Thread Cutting]
• [Needle Position – Up/Down]
• [Single Stitch]
• [Reverse Stitch] (Reinforcement
Stitch) *
• [Presser Foot Up/Down]
• [No Setting]
cSide pedal
Memo
• If you set [Reverse Stitch] on the side pedal,
you can create a darning stitch effect using
zigzag stitches. With both feet, keep pressing
the main foot controller, and repeat pressing
and releasing the side pedal to sew forward
and reverse in turn. Machine will reverse at
the speed you press the main foot controller.
a
b
c
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iSew trial stitches and confirm that the
settings are as desired.
Pressing down on the main foot controller increases
the sewing speed; releasing the pressure on the main
foot controller decreases the sewing speed.
Release the main foot controller or side pedal to stop
sewing.
■Adjusting the Length of the Cord for
the Main Foot Controller
aUnwind the cord for the main foot
controller.
bGuide the cord between the tabs.
cWind the cord until it is the desired length.
* The cord can be wound either clockwise or
counterclockwise.
dPass the cord between the tabs.
Using Advanced Monogramming
Foot “N+”
This presser foot can be used in the same way as
monogramming foot “N”. We recommend using
advanced monogramming foot “N+” when sewing
fabric that is hard to feed, such as leather and
vinyl.
Memo
• The speed that is set using the sewing speed
controller will be the main foot controller’s
maximum sewing speed.
• When the multi-function foot controller is
connected, the “Start/Stop” button cannot be
used to start sewing.
Note
• In order to avoid stepping on the cord with the
main foot controller, pass the cord between
the tabs.
Memo
• When storing the cord, pass it between the
tabs, and then insert the plug into the jack on
the main foot controller.
Note
• Sew test stitches on the fabric before sewing
your project.
• If character/decorative stitch patterns
become misaligned, make adjustments to the
pattern settings. For details on making pattern
adjustments, refer to “Making Adjustments” in
the Operation Manual (Sewing).
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Using Fine Tipped Stylus Pen
Touch the LCD screen using the fine tipped stylus
pen. Since the pen tip is clearly visible, it is ideal
for drawing.
aWhile holding the handle, turn the pen tip
cap to remove it.
aHandle
bPen tip cap
bAttach the pen tip cap to the handle before
using the pen.
The Utility Stitch Patterns
10 utility stitch patterns have been added. These
stitches are also designed with the Dual Feed Foot.
In addition, the stitch patterns (other than ) of
the category can be used with the dual feed
foot.
Changing the Start and End
Angles of the Stitch Pattern
(Stitch Tapering Function)
The angles of the start and end of stitch patterns
can be changed. This is useful when sewing
projects with sharply defined angles or decorative
stitching, attaching appliqués, etc.
Use the method for finishing sewing the stitch
pattern, according to your needs.
• Method 1: Begin Changing the Angle at the End
of Sewing by Pressing the “Reverse Stitch” Button
(page 6)
• Method 2: Sewing a Specified Number of Stitch
Patterns (page 7)
• Method 3: Specifying the Sewing End Point with
an End Point Sticker (page 8)
WARNING
• The fine tipped stylus pen contains small parts.
Keep the product out of the reach of children
to prevent accidental ingestion of small parts.
IMPORTANT
• Touch the LCD screen with the transparent
disc on the fine tipped stylus pen. Using any
other part to touch the LCD screen may cause
scratches.
• Do not pull on the transparent disc, otherwise
damage may result.
Memo
• Touching the LCD screen with the fine tipped
stylus pen at an excessive angle may prevent
the contact position from being correctly
detected.
a
b
UTILITY STITCHES AND
CHARACTER/
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■Method 1: Begin Changing the Angle
at the End of Sewing by Pressing the
“Reverse Stitch” Button
aTouch , then , and then select a
stitch pattern for stitch tapering.
bIf necessary, change the stitch width and
stitch length.
cTouch , and then touch .
dTouch , select the angle settings for
the start and end of sewing, and then touch
.
aSelect the start or end of sewing.
bSelect an angle.
cSpecify that the angle does not change.
eSelect the method for finishing sewing. For
this example, since the angle at the end of
sewing will begin changing when the
“Reverse Stitch” button is pressed, select
.
aPress the “Reverse Stitch” button for the angle at
the end of sewing to start changing; the machine
stops when sewing is finished.
bThe machine stops when the specified number of
stitch patterns have been sewn. The number of
patterns that are specified includes the number of
patterns used to change the angle. (page 7)
cThe machine stops at the position where the end
point sticker is affixed. (page 8)
Note
• Using the same material and stitch pattern as
your project, sew trial stitches to check the
result. If necessary, attach a stabilizer
material.
• If reinforcement stitches at the beginning and
end of sewing are needed, use
“Reinforcement Stitch” button. “Reverse
Stitch” button cannot be used for
reinforcement stitching when stitch tapering
function is on.
b
a
c
c
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fIf necessary, use a chalk pencil to draw a
line at the location to be sewn.
gStart sewing.
hAfter sewing the desired length, press the
“Reverse Stitch” button.
When the “Reverse Stitch” button is pressed, the
angle at the end of sewing begins to change, and the
machine stops when sewing is finished.
iWhen finished sewing, set [Tapering] to
[OFF], and then touch .
■Method 2: Sewing a Specified
Number of Stitch Patterns
With this method, the number of stitch patterns
(including those used to change the angle) are
specified. This allows stitch patterns of the same
length to be repeatedly sewn.
aRefer to steps athrough dof “Method 1:
Begin Changing the Angle at the End of
Sewing by Pressing the “Reverse Stitch”
Button” on page 6 to select the angle
settings for the start and end of sewing.
bTouch , and then specify the number of
stitch patterns (including those used to
change the angle).
aApproximate length of the stitch pattern
cStart sewing.
The machine stops automatically when sewing is
finished.
Memo
• If you stop sewing at the point where end
tapering should begin (either by pressing the
“Start/Stop” button or by lifting your foot from
the foot controller), press the “Reverse Stitch”
button and resume sewing by either pressing
the “Start/Stop” button or pressing on the
foot controller. End tapering will begin as
soon as sewing resumes.
Memo
• The number of stitch patterns used to change
the angle depends on the pattern and angle.
Perform trial sewing to check the result.
Memo
• To sew stitching in a square, select for
the start of sewing and for the end of
sewing, and then continue sewing the same
stitch pattern, rotating the fabric 90° after
sewing each line of stitching.
The pivot setting is useful when changing the
sewing direction. For details, refer to
“Pivoting” in the machine’s Operation Manual
(Sewing).
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■Method 3: Specifying the Sewing End
Point with an End Point Sticker
aWith a chalk pencil, mark the fabric with
lines for sewing the stitch pattern and for
the end of stitching.
bAffix an end point sticker, avoiding the
sewing area. Attach the end point sticker
within 4 cm (approx. 1-1/2 inches) to the
left or right of the chalkline where the end
point for sewing has been drawn.
a4 cm (Approx. 1-1/2 inches)
cRefer to steps athrough dof “Method 1:
Begin Changing the Angle at the End of
Sewing by Pressing the “Reverse Stitch”
Button” on page 6 to select the angle
settings for the start and end of sewing.
dTouch .
* If the key appears in light gray, this function cannot
be used with the selected stitch length.
aAutomatic reinforcement stitching function and
automatic thread cutting function are not
available.
eStart sewing.
The machine stops automatically when sewing is
finished.
fPeel off the end point sticker.
■Saving Settings
Specified angle for start and end, finish tapering
method, and stitch settings can be saved in
machine’s memory.
aAfter setting the tapering function, touch
.
bTouch .
Memo
• (For users of XP1)
KIT II must be activated in order to use this
function. The optional Upgrade KIT II
(SAVRXPUGK2/UGKXP2/UGKXP2AP) is
required in order to activate KIT II.
For details on the procedure as well as
precautions, refer to the Operation Manual of
the optional Upgrade KIT II.
If KIT II is not activated, the key in step dis
not available.
• (For users of XP2)
For details on the procedure as well as
precautions, refer to “Specifying the Sewing
End Point” in the machine’s Operation Manual
(Sewing).
Memo
• If you cannot affix an end point sticker
avoiding the sewing area, refer to “Temporary
Stop Setting” in the machine’s Operation
Manual (Sewing) or the Upgrade KIT II
Operation Manual.
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■Retrieving Saved Settings
aTouch to retrieve the saved setting
after selecting pattern.
bTouch the numbered key of the settings to
be retrieved and then touch .
* The settings cannot be retrieved if stitch tapering
function is set to [ON].
New Embroidery Patterns
Patterns have been added to the following
categories.
For details, refer to the “Embroidery Design
Guide” for this Upgrade KIT III.
ahas been added.
bhave been added.
chave been added.
dSplit embroidery patterns have been added.
eLong-Stitch embroidery patterns have been
added.
Before embroidering, refer to the “Embroidery
Design Guide” for this Upgrade KIT III, which
includes precautions for obtaining best results.
f(fill couching embroidery font) has been
added. For details on embroidery couching, refer
to “Embroidering Couching Patterns” on page 23.
Memo
• For more information on saving and recalling
settings, refer to “Saving Your Stitch Settings”
in the machine’s Operation Manual (Sewing).
EMBROIDERY
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d
b c
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Deselect Region Setting (No Sew
Setting)
The deselect region setting (which specifies that a
thread color will not be embroidered) can be
applied to a part of the pattern with a specific
color.
aTouch in the embroidering edit screen.
bFrom the thread color sequence display,
select the thread color that will not be
embroidered.
The selected thread color is highlighted in blue.
cTouch .
The mark appears to indicate that the selected
thread color will not be embroidered.
The parts of the pattern that will not be embroidered
are hidden in the pattern preview screen.
dIf necessary, repeat steps band cfor all
thread colors that will not be embroidered.
eAfter specifying the desired settings, touch
.
Memo
• To cancel the setting, select the thread color
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fTouch and then touch to check an
enlarged image of the finished embroidery.
* After deselecting a region, check the image to be
sure no previously hidden stitches are visible.
Embroidering a Quilting Pattern
Across the Entire Fabric (Edge-to-
Edge Quilt Function)
Connect quilting patterns to embroider from edge
to edge of a specified area. By rehooping a large
piece of fabric, you can continue embroidering the
quilting pattern across the entire fabric.
■Creating Edge-to-Edge Quilt Data
aDetermine the area of the fabric to be
embroidered, and then draw a line around
it with a chalk pencil. Measure the width
and height.
aEmbroidering area
bTouch , and then touch .
Memo
• When a pattern with the deselect region
setting applied is saved, the deselect region
setting is also saved. However, the pattern
cannot be saved if the deselect region setting
is applied to all thread colors.
• The parts with the deselect region setting
applied are merely not displayed; they are not
deleted. The embroidering area required to
embroider the pattern is the same as for the
original pattern.
Note
• Make sure that the chalk pencil line is within
the embroidering area when the fabric is
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cSelect the pattern that you want to
embroider, and then touch .
dSpecify ato d, and then touch .
aWidth
bHeight
* After entering a value, touch to apply the
value. To clear the entered value, touch .
cTouch or to select the embroidery frame
size.
dTouch to flip every other pattern. Select
the desired flip arrangement (no flipping, left/right
flipping, up/down flipping, left/right and up/down
flipping) from the flip keys, and then touch .
eCheck the pattern, and then touch to
save it.
aThe thread color can be changed.
bSelect single stitching or triple stitching.
fAfter the following message appears, touch
.
A screen appears so that a pattern from the
machine’s memory can be selected.
■Embroidering the Edge-to-Edge Quilt
Pattern
aIn the screen for selecting a pattern from
the machine’s memory, select the saved
data.
d
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bFor this example, since we will embroider
the edge-to-edge quilt pattern according to
the on-screen instructions, select the
thumbnail for the entire edge-to-edge quilt
pattern. And then touch .
aTouch this key to embroider the edge-to-edge
quilt pattern according to the on-screen
instructions. The number in the lower-left corner
indicates the total number of segments for the
edge-to-edge quilt pattern.
bTo embroider by visually aligning the pattern
sections, touch each pattern section to be
embroidered.
You can check where and how many times the
part will be embroidered with the codes written on
each key.
“A” refers to rows other than the last one, “Z”
refers to the last row, and the numbers indicate
the order in which the patterns are to be
connected.
Example: When connecting patterns in four rows
and four columns
cHoop the quilt in the embroidery frame so
that the marked upper-left corner of the
edge-to-edge quilt pattern is in the
embroidering area, and then attach the
embroidery frame.
dUse the move pattern keys to align the
upper-left corner of the chalk reference
lines previously drawn on the quilt with the
upper-left corner of the part projected by
the projector. Then, touch .
aUpper-left corner
b
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eRotate the pattern to align the upper-right
corner with the chalk reference line.
aUpper-right corner
fTouch to display the embroidery
screen.
gPress the “Start/Stop” button to embroider
the first part.
hWhen embroidering is finished and the
following message appears, touch .
The next part to be embroidered appears.
iPosition each part and embroider it
according to the on-screen instructions.
You will be prompted to align the starting
point and to rehoop the quilt when
necessary.
aSecond column of first row ( )
Use the move pattern keys to align the start point with the end
point of the previous pattern.
Memo
• To readjust the position or angle of the
pattern, touch , and then touch
or .
a
Note
• For precise positioning of the start point,
rotate the handwheel toward you to check the
exact needle drop point. After checking the
needle position, be sure to use the needle up/
down key to return the needle to its highest
position.
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Rotate the pattern to align the upper-right corner with the chalk
reference line.
bRightmost column of first row ( )
Use the move pattern keys to align the start point with the end
point of the previous pattern.
To align the upper-right corner with the chalk reference lines,
adjust the angle and width of the pattern.
aTouch to change the angle of the pattern.
bTouch to change the width of the pattern.
cLeftmost column of second row (last row) ( )
Use the move pattern keys to align the upper-left corner with
the thread mark of the embroidered pattern above.
To align the upper-right corner with the thread mark of the
embroidered pattern above, adjust the angle and width of the
pattern.
aTouch to change the angle of the pattern.
bTouch to change the width of the pattern.
Touch , and then adjust the length to align the pattern with
the chalk reference line.
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dSecond column of the second row (last row) ( )
Use the move pattern keys to align the start point with the end
point of the previous pattern.
To align the upper-right corner with the thread mark of the
embroidered pattern above, adjust the angle and width of the
pattern.
Touch , and then adjust the length to align the pattern with
the chalk reference line.
eRightmost column of second row (last row) ( )
Use the move pattern keys to align the start point with the end
point of the previous pattern.
To align the upper-right corner with the thread mark of the
embroidered pattern above, adjust the angle and width of the
pattern.
Touch , and then adjust the length to align the pattern with
the chalk reference line.
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Embroidering Split Embroidery
Patterns
This Upgrade KIT III includes several built-in large-
size split embroidery patterns.
Split embroidery patterns are large patterns that are
divided into multiple sections. A large pattern can
be created by embroidering the connected pattern
sections one after the other.
Additional split embroidery patterns can be
created in PE-DESIGN version 7 or later. For
details, refer to the manual for PE-DESIGN.
There are two methods: one uses the built-in
camera to connect the patterns and the other
connects the patterns manually.
■Connecting the Pattern Sections
with the Camera
aTouch and then select a pattern.
* To ensure the entire large-connect pattern can be
successfully embroidered, prepare fabric and
stabilizer at least 300 mm (12 inches) longer and
wider than total design size.
aSize of the entire pattern
Memo
• If you need to restitch a segment or skip a
segment, you can touch in the
embroidery screen to continue to the next
pattern or return to the previous pattern.
Select the desired pattern in the embroidering
order, and then touch .
aReturn to the previous pattern.
bEmbroidering order of current pattern/Total
number of segments
cContinue to the next pattern.
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bTouch the whole pattern icon to connect
the pattern sections with the camera. And
then touch .
cEmbroider the first pattern.
dTouch .
Memo
• Printable templates of each large-connect
design can be downloaded from “ https://
s.brother/cmdkb/ ”. These templates will
assist with positioning the patterns. Do not
enlarge or shrink the page.
• To embroider split embroidery patterns
created with PE-DESIGN, retrieve the pattern
from USB media and so on. For details on
recalling patterns, refer to “Recalling from
USB Media/SD card” and “Receiving
Embroidery Patterns on the Machine” in the
machine’s Operation Manual (Embroidery).
Check the entire pattern size with PE-
DESIGN.
Memo
• To connect the pattern sections without using
the camera, refer to “Connecting the Pattern
Sections Manually” on page 21.
Note
• Do not remove the fabric from the embroidery
frame.
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eTouch .
fCheck the pattern arrangement, and then
touch .
* Since each built-in pattern has been properly
arranged, there is no need to move it.
gTouch .
hAffix the first embroidery positioning
sticker onto the fabric within the red lines
by using both hands to press down on each
corner of the sticker. Affix the sticker with
the large circle to the top as shown on
machine. Then, touch .
The camera detects the first embroidery positioning
sticker.
Note
• If any of the following messages appear,
reattach the embroidery positioning sticker
firmly in the correct position.