Brother Personal Embroidery Design Software System manual Using this Quick Reference Guide, Index

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Using this Quick Reference Guide/Using the Instruction Manual

Using this Quick Reference Guide

This guide contains descriptions about the preparations necessary to begin using the software. Follow the instructions provided in this manual to complete the preparation and installation of the applica- tion.

In addition, this guide has practice exercises for understanding the operation of the software.

For details about the functions and operating procedures for the software, refer to the Instruction Manual, which is located in the Help menu of each application.

Using the Instruction Manual

After the software has been installed, the Instruction Manual (HTML format) can be viewed from the Start menu and each application.

Contents of the Instruction Manual

Details on the functions and operating procedures for the applications are provided in easy-to- understand descriptions. These applications can be used most efﬁciently by using the menu com- mands and tools in addition to the described methods for correcting errors.

Basic Operation

By following the step-by-step instructions for the desired operation, you can become familiar with the basic functions of the applications.

Advanced Operation

Details on each function are provided. Select the desired operation to display the corresponding details.

Operation Search

Details on the main functions are provided. Select the desired operation to display the corre- sponding details.

Index

Search for functions to view more information.

System requirements

The following environment is recommended in order to view the Instruction Manual. Web browser: Microsoft Internet Explorer® Ver.5.01 or later

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Contents Quick Reference Guide Radio Interference Other than USA and Canada Important Information RegulationsFor repairs or adjustments For a longer service lifeFor designing beautiful embroidery patterns For safe operationTable of Contents Index What You Can Do With This Software FeaturesEasily Create Custom Fonts Stitch generation features New Features of VersionEditing Functions and user interface Layout & EditingGeneral Applications of the SoftwareLayout & Editing Design CenterProgrammable Stitch Creator Design CenterFont Creator Design DatabaseBasic Operation Map Introduction Package ContentsPrincipal Parts Optional SuppliesPlease Read Before Installation Installation Please read before InstallingInstallation Procedure System Requirements Installing the SoftwareClick Browse Memo Plug the USB connector into the USB port on the computer Installing the Driver for the Card Writer ModuleInstall the driver for the card writer module Select No, not this time, and then click Next For Windows XP not connected to the In- ternetFor Windows Remove the CD-ROM from the computer’s CD-ROM drive Upgrading the USB Card Writer ModuleStart up Layout & Editing Click Next to begin upgrading the USB card writer module Checking for the Latest Version of the Program Online RegistrationTechnical Support UninstallationBasic Operation Using this Quick Reference GuideAdvanced Operation Operation SearchIntroduction page appears From the Start menuOperation buttons From the Help menu of the application Click the button for the desired topic Line sew types Sew TypesRegion sew types Sew Types Starting Up Layout & Editing Starting Up/Exiting ApplicationsExiting the Application Click File in the menu bar, and then click ExitLayout & Editing Window Understanding Windows and Using ToolsDesign Center Window Select Character bar Font Creator WindowPreview window Guidelines ﬁxedProgrammable Stitch Creator Window Design Database Window Then PE-DESIGN Ver7, then, Layout & Editing Importing image data into Layout & EditingImport the image Adjust the image size and position Select the conversion method Automatically converting the image to an embroidery patternConvert the image to an embroidery pattern Preview the ﬁnished embroidery Displaying a preview of the embroiderySaving the embroidery design Page Insert an original card into the USB card writer module Transferring the design to an original cardTransfer the embroidery design Click File, then Write to CardClick OK → The following message appears Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Product Agreement Read the following before opening the CD-ROM package