Innova PantoVision T2 User manual

ABM International
INNOVA
PantoVision T2
USER INTERFACE MANUAL
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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................................... 6
SAFETY................................................................................................................................................................... 7
SAFETY INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................................................7
SAFETY PRACTICES..........................................................................................................................................................7
SPLASH SCREEN ..................................................................................................................................................... 9
FILE /QUIT PANTOVISION .............................................................................................................................................10
SETTING UP.......................................................................................................................................................... 11
CREATE QUILT GRID .....................................................................................................................................................11
IMPORT PATTERNS .............................................................................................................................................. 11
ADDING PATTERNS.......................................................................................................................................................13
PATTERN PAD MANAGEMENT ............................................................................................................................. 15
ADD/DELETE PATTERNS FROM WORKSPACE ....................................................................................................... 16
UNDO/REDO........................................................................................................................................................ 17
MIRROR AND FLIP................................................................................................................................................ 17
REVERSE SEW ...................................................................................................................................................... 17
NUDGE................................................................................................................................................................. 17
PATTERN CENTER................................................................................................................................................. 17
TRANSFORM ........................................................................................................................................................ 19
RESIZE.................................................................................................................................................................. 20
ROTATE................................................................................................................................................................ 23
POSITIONING GRAB/DROP .................................................................................................................................. 25
GROUP................................................................................................................................................................. 26
GROUP ......................................................................................................................................................................26
ATTACH .....................................................................................................................................................................26
LINK ..........................................................................................................................................................................26
UNGROUP ..................................................................................................................................................................26
GROUP MANAGER ............................................................................................................................................... 27
MULTIPLY ............................................................................................................................................................ 29
MULTIPLY...................................................................................................................................................................29
ROW GAP...................................................................................................................................................................29

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COLUMN GAP .............................................................................................................................................................29
OFFSET ......................................................................................................................................................................29
FLIP OPTIONS..............................................................................................................................................................29
ADJUST ROW GAP.........................................................................................................................................................29
ADJUST THE OFFSET ......................................................................................................................................................29
ADJUST COLUMN GAP ...................................................................................................................................................30
RUNNING VIEW ................................................................................................................................................... 31
CHECK THE GRID OPTION CHECKBOX TO VIEW THE QUILT GRID ONSCREEN.......................................................... 31
VIEW.................................................................................................................................................................... 33
ZOOM IN.............................................................................................................................................................. 33
ZOOM OUT .......................................................................................................................................................... 33
ACTIVE ZOOM ...................................................................................................................................................... 33
FULL VIEW ........................................................................................................................................................... 33
ACTUAL SIZE ........................................................................................................................................................ 33
TURN PAN ON...................................................................................................................................................... 34
TURN PAN OFF..................................................................................................................................................... 34
NEEDLE VIEW....................................................................................................................................................... 34
PATTERN SETTINGS.............................................................................................................................................. 34
ADVANCING AND REPOSITIONING....................................................................................................................... 35
REPOSITION ................................................................................................................................................................35
ALIGN TO QUILT ..........................................................................................................................................................35
TENSION CHECK ................................................................................................................................................... 36
ADJUST COLORS................................................................................................................................................... 36
BACKGROUND IMAGE.......................................................................................................................................... 37
BACKGROUND IMAGE ...................................................................................................................................................37
SAVE PATTERNS ................................................................................................................................................... 38
DELETE PATTERN/PROJECT FILES ......................................................................................................................... 38
TAG PATTERNS .................................................................................................................................................... 39
DIAGNOSTICS....................................................................................................................................................... 41
MACHINE DIAGNOSTICS ...................................................................................................................................... 41
VIEWPORT ........................................................................................................................................................... 42

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GRIDLINES: .................................................................................................................................................................42
TABS BAR:..................................................................................................................................................................43
PATTERN PAD: ............................................................................................................................................................43
ICON TOOL BAR:..........................................................................................................................................................43
MENU TABS ......................................................................................................................................................... 43
OPEN PROJECT ............................................................................................................................................................43
NEW PROJECT .............................................................................................................................................................43
PATTERN PAD..............................................................................................................................................................43
PATTERN LIBRARY ........................................................................................................................................................44
SAVE PROJECT .............................................................................................................................................................44
SAVE PROJECT AS........................................................................................................................................................44
SAVE PATTERN ............................................................................................................................................................44
IMPORT......................................................................................................................................................................44
EXPORT......................................................................................................................................................................44
DELETE PATTERN/PROJECT ............................................................................................................................................44
ASSIGN TAGS ..............................................................................................................................................................44
RECENT PROJECTS ........................................................................................................................................................44
PROJECT RECOVERY......................................................................................................................................................44
QUIT PANTOVISION......................................................................................................................................................44
EDIT MENU ................................................................................................................................................................45
VIEW MENU ...............................................................................................................................................................45
ZOOM IN....................................................................................................................................................................45
ZOOM OUT.................................................................................................................................................................45
NEEDLE VIEW..............................................................................................................................................................45
FULL VIEW..................................................................................................................................................................46
ACTUAL SIZE ...............................................................................................................................................................46
LIBRARY MENU............................................................................................................................................................46
SETTINGS MENU..........................................................................................................................................................46
SNAP TO GRID ON/OFF ................................................................................................................................................46
SEWHEAD DISPLAY .......................................................................................................................................................47
GRID LABELS ON/OFF .................................................................................................................................................47
TOP PANEL CONFIG ......................................................................................................................................................47
PATTERN PAD MANAGER ..............................................................................................................................................47
ADJUST COLORS...........................................................................................................................................................47
PATTERN SETTINGS.......................................................................................................................................................47
REPOSITION SEWHEAD ..................................................................................................................................................47
QUILT SIZE..................................................................................................................................................................47
BACKGROUND IMAGE ...................................................................................................................................................47
CALIBRATE XAXIS ........................................................................................................................................................47
CALIBRATE YAXIS........................................................................................................................................................47
HELP MENU................................................................................................................................................................48
CONTACT US...............................................................................................................................................................48
ABOUT.......................................................................................................................................................................48
UPDATE .....................................................................................................................................................................48
DIAGNOSTICS ..............................................................................................................................................................48
CALIBRATE ACTUAL SIZE ................................................................................................................................................48
ENCRYPTION ...............................................................................................................................................................48
RIGHT CLICK DROP DOWN MENU ........................................................................................................................ 49
KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS ....................................................................................................................................... 50

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ICON KEY ............................................................................................................................................................. 51
NOTICE ................................................................................................................................................................ 53

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Introduction
ABM International would like to thank you for the purchase of a PantoVision T2 Digital
Pantograph System for your Innova Quilting Machine. ABM is confident that this
system will meet or exceed your expectations for cost, speed and durability.
If at any time you experience problems with any of your ABM products, we ask that
you contact your nearest Dealer or us directly- 24 hours a day by calling our service
department at (888)99-Quilt. We can help you solve the problem quickly, and
correctly. Your calls, questions, and comments will in turn help us to perfect the
quality of our products and services in the future.
Once again, we thank you for your purchase.
ABM International, Inc.
Engineering Department

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Safety
Safety Introduction
As with the operation of all machinery, safe operation of the PantoVision T2 Digital
Pantograph System and Innova quilting machine is a major concern of ABM
International, Inc. The purpose of this section is to inform the owner/operator further
referred to as “User” of the safe and prudent operation of an Innova quilting machine
when equipped with PantoVision T2 Digital Pantograph System.
We have attempted to recommend the most effective methods and calculations to
warn against actions that could result in personal injury or make equipment unsafe. It
is important to understand that ABM cannot anticipate or list all conceivable safety
methods and warn of all the possible hazards. In the interest of promoting safety,
ABM advises that the user should always make sure that personal safety and the safe
operation of the machine will not be adversely affected by their actions.
It is imperative that the User of the Innova with PantoVision T2 Digital Pantograph
System read and understand the information in this manual before operating the
machine.
Safety Practices
These safety factors must be observed to ensure safe operation of a PantoVision T2
Digital Pantograph System equipped Innova.
•Read and understand the operating instructions of the PantoVision T2 Digital
Pantograph System and Innova before operating.
•Use caution when working around the PantoVision T2 Digital Pantograph
System electrical controls.
•Keep hands or other body parts away from the moving parts of the PantoVision
T2 Digital Pantograph System.
•Stop the PantoVision T2 Digital Pantograph System immediately at any sign of
malfunction or danger.
•Do not reach into the Innova sewing area at any time during the operation of
the machine.
•Do not climb, walk, or stand on the Innova at any time.
•Do not tamper with installed motor guards and or safety devices.
•Before starting the Innova or PantoVision T2 Digital Pantograph System,
ensure that no loose tools, needles, or parts are lying in or on any part of the
machine.

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•Always disconnect the power when working on the machine.
•Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry when operating the Innova or
PantoVision T2 Digital Pantograph System.
•Always keep hair from encountering moving parts.

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Splash Screen
The splash screen is the first screen that appears upon running the PantoVision T2
Digital Pantograph System application. The version number(s) of the software is
shown in the upper left corner. The splash screen will display while the PantoVision
T2 Digital Pantograph System application is loading.

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File / Quit PantoVision
Terminates the PantoVision T2 Digital Pantograph System application and returns to
Windows.

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Setting Up
Create Quilt Grid
Click on the “Settings” tab, click “Quilt Size”, enter and accept quilt dimensions.
Import Patterns
Any pattern that has already been imported into the software will display (Imported).
If a file is unable to be imported, it will display (Can’t Import). If a file is encrypted and
requires a dongle and the dongle is not detected, it will display (Dongle Required).
To import patterns: insert USB drive with pattern files into USB port. Copy pattern
files to the desktop.
Open Import Pattern Screen: click on “Library” tab, click “Import Pattern”.

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Open Pattern File: in the left window go to “Computer”, then find the desktop, open
the folder containing pattern files you would like to import.
Choose Patterns to Import: from the list of patterns in the second window choose the
patterns to import by double clicking on the file. The file name will appear in the Files
to Import box along with an image of the selected pattern in the box above. Choose
as many patterns as desired to import.
Tag Patterns: choose tags for the patterns being imported in the far-right window.
Note: see Tagging Patterns pg. 79 for more tagging information.
Import: Click the “Import” button. Then click “Close” to return to PantoVision
application.

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Adding Patterns
Open Build Pattern Pad: by clicking on the “Pattern Library”icon or by going to “File”
tab and clicking “Pattern Pad”.
Pattern Files: stored in the Pattern Library will display in the center window.
Pattern Information, Tags, and Comments: will display the pattern name, Width and
Height of selected pattern. Tags will display any tags associated with that pattern. The
Comments field is where you can edit comments associated with selected pattern.
Display pattern file type: Click the “All Patterns”drop down menu to choose the file
type you wish to display. You may choose All Patterns, Quilting Patterns, or
Extensions.
Search: narrow a search by selecting: the search field, to search alphabetically by
entering the first few letters of a pattern title; By Tag and “Match Any Checked Tag”,
for a broader search of many selected tags; By Tag and “Match All Checked Tags”, for
a very specific search of the selected tags; By Tag and “Tagless Patterns”, for all
patterns without tags. Click “Search” button to search the pattern library. Click
“Display All” button to clear search results.

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Select Patterns: to add to the Pattern Pad for possible use on the current project by
double clicking the pattern chosen. The pattern will then show up in the right-hand
window. Choose as many patterns as desired. Click “Close”to return to the
Viewport Screen.
Delete Pattern from Pattern Library: by right-clicking on pattern within Pattern Library
and choosing Delete from the dropdown menu. Choose “Yes” on confirmation dialog
to permanently remove pattern file from the Pattern Library.
The Pattern Pad: can be cleared by selecting the “Clear All”button.
Delete Pattern from Pattern Pad: by right-clicking on pattern within Pattern Pad and
choosing Remove from the dropdown menu. Choose “Yes” on confirmation dialog.

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Pattern Pad Management
Open Pattern Pad Manager: by clicking on the “+” button.
Add a New Pattern Pad: by typing a name into the textbox and clicking “OK” button.
A new pattern pad tab with the name selected will be added.
Open a Saved Pattern Pad: by clicking on the name of the Pattern Pad. Pattern Pad
will be opened as a new tab.
Delete a Pattern Pad: by clicking on the “Delete” button next to the Pattern Pad to
remove.
Change Pattern Pad Display Color: by clicking on the colored square next to Close
button. Choose desired color and close the color selection window.
Close a Pattern Pad: by clicking on the “Close” button at the top of the Pattern Pad to
close.

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Add/Delete Patterns from Workspace
Place Pattern: on the quilt grid by double clicking (double finger tap on screen) the
chosen pattern on the Pattern Pad. The pattern will go to the center of needle
crosshair on the screen. Place a pattern on the grid by clicking on the chosen pattern
on the Pattern Pad and clicking on the grid to place the pattern where desired or click
and drag a pattern from the Pattern Pad to the grid.
To Delete: a pattern from the quilt grid, select the pattern and click the “Delete” icon.
Or right-click the pattern to delete and choose Delete from the dropdown menu.
To Create a Copy: of the selected pattern, click the “Copy” icon. Or right-click the
pattern to make a copy of and choose Copy from the dropdown menu. Created copy
will be offset from the original pattern location.

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Undo/Redo
Undo: Reverse/Undo previous action by clicking the “Undo” icon. Or right-click
on the screen and choose undo from the dropdown menu.
Redo: Redo the previously undone action by clicking the “Redo” icon. Or right-
click on the screen and choose redo from the dropdown menu.
Mirror and Flip
Use the "Mirror” icon or “Flip” icon to flip selected pattern. Mirror will flip
the pattern on a vertical axis. Flip will flip the pattern on a horizontal axis. These tools
can be found within Transform , under the right click drop down menu, and may
be pinned to the top control panel.
Reverse Sew
The green dot, and pink line marks the stitching start point of each pattern. Use the
“Reverse Sew” icon to reverse the sewing direction of selected pattern. This
tool can be pinned to the top control panel, found as a button within Transform, or
under the right click drop down menu.
Nudge
Use the nudge tool within Transform to make fine adjustments to the placement
of patterns. Adjust the nudge amount by clicking on one of the choices. Nudge
choices are 1/64 in., 1/32 in., 1/10 in., 1/8 in., and custom. Click the button associated
with the direction to nudge the selected pattern. Use the arrow keys on the keyboard
to nudge the pattern.
Pattern Center
Use the “Pattern Center” button within Transform to show the pattern center
point. This tool can be pinned to the top control panel and can be found in the right
click drop down menu.

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Transform
Transform is where basic editing of patterns can be made. Resize, Rotate, Flip,
Mirror, Nudge, Reverse Sew, and Pattern Center are all within this tool. Transform,
Flip, Mirror, Reverse Sew, and Pattern Center icons can be pinned to the top control
panel by either right clicking the icon and selecting “Favorite”, or by clicking Settings
in the drop down menu, Top Panel Config, then place a checkmark next to the icons
you wish to display on the top control panel. The order of Resize, Rotate, Nudge, Flip,
Reverse and Pattern Center within the side bar can be reordered by right clicking the
section label. The right click will bring that section of the tool to the top portion of the
sidebar. See picture below. Nudge section label bar was right clicked so now it is
positioned at the top of this tool side bar.

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Resize
Use the Resize tool within Transform to resize single patterns, pantograph rows,
or groups of patterns.
Mouse: Resize the pattern by touching on screen or mouse cursor. Click and drag a
grab handle to resize the pattern. The selected grab handle will be highlighted. Use
any one of the four corner grab handles to resize with maintain ratio box either
checked/unchecked for desired result. Use any one of the four center edge grab
handles to resize while maintaining the opposite width or height of the pattern.
Sewhead: Select Sewhead input. Position sewhead over grab handle to use for
resizing. Click the “Grab” button on Sewhead Interaction display and drag
sewhead to resize the pattern. The selected grab handle will be highlighted. Click the
“Drop” button on Sewhead Interaction display to release grab handle.