102, 1Touch in the embroidering screen | Brother PR-650, 884-T05

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■Spool change indicator () The spool change indicator in the stitch navigating screen indicates the number of times that the thread spools will need to be changed and the amount of time between changes.

1Touch in the embroidering screen.

XThe stitch navigating screen appears.

2Touch .

3Check the position of .

1 indicates when the thread spools will need to be changed. The thread spools will need to be changed the number of times that this indicator is displayed and between the two thread colors at the point where it is displayed.

2Touch to scroll up through the thread color sequence display. Each time this key is touched, the previous color in the thread color sequence display is selected. After reaching the first color in the thread color sequence display, the last color is selected.

4After checking the desired information,

touch or to return to the first

color. And then touch .

XEach time this key is touched, the next color in the thread color sequence display is selected. After reaching the last color in the thread color sequence display, the first color is selected.

XThe embroidering screen appears again.

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PR-650, 884-T05 specifications

The Brother 884-T05 sewing and embroidery machine is designed for enthusiasts and professionals alike, combining advanced technology with user-friendly features. This cutting-edge machine is particularly popular for its versatility, capable of handling a wide range of fabrics and projects with ease.

One of the standout features of the Brother 884-T05 is its impressive embroidery capabilities. It boasts a large embroidery area, allowing users to create intricate designs without the need to reposition their fabric frequently. The machine comes equipped with a variety of built-in embroidery designs and fonts, giving users plenty of creative options right out of the box. Additionally, the ability to import custom designs via USB enhances its versatility, enabling embroidery of personalized patterns.

The Brother 884-T05 also integrates innovative sewing technologies that simplify the sewing process. Its automatic needle threading system saves time and reduces frustration by threading the needle at the touch of a button. Furthermore, the machine features an advanced feed system that ensures smooth fabric feeding, resulting in accurate stitches whether you’re working on delicate silks or heavy denim.

Another notable feature is the intuitive LCD touchscreen display. This user-friendly interface allows for easy navigation through settings and design selections, making it accessible for users of all skill levels. The machine’s built-in tutorials and helpful guide feature further assist beginners in understanding the various functions available.

The Brother 884-T05’s design is not only functional but also compact, making it suitable for those with limited workspace. Despite its smaller footprint, it does not compromise on performance, providing high-speed sewing capabilities that can handle multiple layers of fabric without lag.

Moreover, this model is equipped with various presser feet that accommodate different techniques such as quilting, buttonhole making, and zipper insertion. This adaptability enables users to tackle a diverse range of projects, from clothing alterations to home décor and craft items.

Durability is another characteristic highlighted in the construction of the Brother 884-T05. Built with quality materials, it promises long-lasting performance, significantly reducing the likelihood of mechanical issues over time.

In summary, the Brother 884-T05 sewing and embroidery machine stands out due to its advanced features, including a large embroidery area, automatic needle threading, a user-friendly touchscreen interface, and robust construction. This machine is an excellent choice for anyone looking to elevate their sewing and embroidery projects, whether for personal use or professional applications.

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PR-650 Product Code 884-T05 Read Before DOWNLOADING, COPYING, Installing or Using Trademarks Introduction IntroductionPage This machine is intended for household use For Users in the UK, EIRE, Malta Cyprus only Important Safety Instructions License Agreement Label locations Machine Structure and Features Six-needle machine embroidering Automatic sewing reduces sewing time Machine Structure and FeaturesDifferences with single-needle machines Other features Safety mechanismEasy-to-read and easy-to- use LCD Machine is locked Available features USB port available as standard equipmentMoving or threading a selected needle bar at any time Various built-in patterns Read when additional information is required Manual StructureRead before use Searching for information Contents When You Have a Question, This May Help You Correctly Using the Embroidery FramesSwitching the Thread Colors on the Screen Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame Adjusting the Thread Tension Automatic Lock Stitch SettingStarting/Ending Position Settings Maximum Sewing Speed Setting Using the Settings Key Using the Machine Operations Guide KeyUsing the Optional Cap Frame Using the Optional Bobbin Winder Troubleshooting SpecificationsUpgrading Your Machine’s Software IndexPage Included accessories Optional accessories Front view Right-side/rear view Operation panel Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions Front view Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions Right-side/rear viewOperation panel Accessories Included accessories Optional accessories AccessoriesFollowing are available as optional accessories Always use accessories recommended for this machine Setting Up the Machine Setup and transporting precautions Setup location Setting Up the Machine Setting up the machine Foot can be turned Adjusting the operation panel position Loosen 2 thumb screws to bring the operation panel forward Preparing the thread guide assembly Remove the two thumb screws of the embroidery frame holder Positioning the spool standAttaching the embroidery frame holder This completes the preparation of the machine Embroidering Tutorial Operating Precautions Power supply precautions Needle precautions Bobbin precautionsOperating Precautions Checking the needle Display recommendations Upper thread recommendationsFabric recommendations Basic Procedures Basic Procedures Removing the bobbin case Installing the BobbinInstalling the bobbin Installing the bobbin case Installing the BobbinInsert the bobbin into the bobbin case Insert the bobbin case into the hook Turning on the Machine LCD screen comes on5Touch Carriage moves to its initial position Understanding the screens Turning on the Machine Basic operation flow is shown below Screen overviewPattern list screen, select the pattern. Refer to page 42 Turning on the Machine Selecting an Embroidery Pattern Checking a preview image from the pattern selection screen Selecting an embroidery pattern Selecting an Embroidery Pattern 1Press Embroidering settings screen is displayedEditing the Embroidery Pattern Specifying Embroidering Setting Specifying Embroidering SettingPosition at the same time that Refer to Moving to the correct position Previewing the Image Checking a preview imageTouch Preview image is displayed Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame Hooping the fabric in the embroidery frameHooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame Select an embroidery frame 2Loosen the screw on the outer frame 4Press the inner frame into the outer frame Attaching the Embroidery Frame to the Machine Attaching the embroidery frameAttaching the Embroidery Frame to the Machine Loosen the two thumb screws on the embroidery frame holder For this example, align with mark 4Insert the embroidery frame until it snaps into place Checking the Embroidery Area Checking the Embroidery AreaTemporarily stopping to Check the area Continuing to the embroidering screen Embroidering screen appears Upper Threading Upper ThreadingChecking the needle bars and thread colors Screen indicating that the spools be changed is closed Upper threading Path that the embroidery machine Embroidering Tutorial Thread tension disc Hole in lower thread guide Threading the needle Pressbutton.the automatic needle-threading 3Passpresserthefoot.thread under the guide on Needle bar move screen appears Selected needle bar moves to the embroidering position Touch the key for the needle bar that you wish to thread Using the spool netYou can move the needle bar in the embroidering screen Sewing the Embroidery Starting embroideringSewing the Embroidery Locking mechanism 2Press the start/stop button Temporarily pausing Press the start/stop button Stopping embroideringContinuing embroidering Machine can be stopped during sewing If the thread breaks while sewing Set the main power switch to2machine 3Press the thread trimming button Correct thread tension Checking the Thread TensionChecking the Thread Tension Removing the fabric Removing the Embroidery Frame and FabricRemoving the embroidery frame Turning OFF the Machine 2Unplug the power supply cord from the electrical outletTurning OFF the Machine Common screen controls Screen Quick Reference GuideKey displays Understanding the pattern type selection screen Screen Quick Reference Guide Understanding the pattern list screen Understanding the pattern editing screen Edited Enables the thread An alphabet patternBeing edited Changes the color Key Makes and edits a Understanding the embroidering settings screen When the thread is Appliqué piece isOutline Pattern to minimize Multiple patterns that Understanding the embroidering screen While sewing Embroidery, touch This key for Machine to stopManually be Specified When You Have a Question, This May Help You When You Have a Question, This May Help YouNeedle number Wiper Getting false thread breakage error USB connectivityThread tension changed suddenly Frame came out from the carriage USB port for computer USB cable connector Using a USB mouse Mouse pointer does not appear in the screen saverClicking a key Double-clicking has no effect Changing pages Button with the pointer on / to Display the previous or next Changing the size Touch Change the size of the patternRotating the pattern Touch Rotate the pattern Adjusting the tension of the bobbin thread Adjusting the tension of the upper threadChecking if thread spool changes are necessary Change thread spools message Turn off the embroidery machine Changing the NeedleReplacing the needle Changing the Needle Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames Embroidery frame types and applications Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames Cylinder frame Mm H × 90 mm WOptional Inches H × 3-1/2 Curved fabric, such as shirt Inches W Sleeves and trousers Flat frame optional Attaching Iron-On Stabilizer Backing to Fabric Loosen the screw on the outer frame Hooping the FabricHooping the Fabric Using the embroidery sheet Large/small pieces of fabric Embroidering large pieces of fabric or heavy clothingEmbroidering small pieces of fabric Embroidering the corner of fabric Embroidery Frame Position and Movement Embroidery frames that cannot be used for embroidering Embroidery Frame Position and Movement Moving to the correct position 1Touch Embroidering settings screen Changing the Embroidering Position Adjusting the angle Changing the Embroidering PositionFinding the sewing position Needle bar is unlocked 2Touch the keys to adjust the pattern to the desired angle After making the desired changes, touch Memo Switching the Thread Colors on the Screen To cancel the selection, touch the same needle number again100 Spool selection screen appears Embroidering a Pattern Containing Seven or More Colors Checking if thread spool changes are necessaryEmbroidering a Pattern Containing Seven or More Colors Time until the spools must be changed 102 1Touch in the embroidering screenStitch navigating screen appears Touch Check the position Change thread spools message This completes the changing of the thread spool Easily changing the thread spools104 3Touch and to go back If the upper thread breaksRepage-thread55.the upper thread. Refer to Touch If the bobbin thread breaks or runs out 1064Touch Touch , and then press the thread trimming buttonPage Embroidering From the Beginning or Middle Pattern 1081Pressmachine.the start/stop button to stop 2Touch Embroidering From the Beginning or Middle of the Pattern Embroidering begins from the specified point Resume Embroidering After Turning Off the Machine 110 Resume Embroidering After Turning Off the Machine Adjusting the Thread Tension Adjusting the tension of the bobbin threadWeight S is included with the optional bobbin winder 112 Adjusting the tension of the upper thread Adjusting the Thread TensionIf the thread tension setting is made Turn the thread tension knobs Correct Thread Tension Upper thread is too loose 114Upper thread is too tight Uninterrupted embroidering using a single color 131 117120 124 116 Touch , and then display page 2/5 of the settings screenBasting Embroidery 3Touch to return to the embroidering settings screen Creating an Appliqué PieceCreating an appliqué piece Creating an Appliqué Piece 5Touch to continue to the embroidering screen 4Touch to select the appliqué setting118 Sew the outline Applique Using a frame pattern for the outline Use to select the frame pattern Then touch Frame pattern is deleted Automatic Lock Stitch Setting Setting turned on Setting turned off122 1Touch so that it changes to Starting/ending position settings screen appears Starting/Ending Position SettingsStarting/Ending Position Settings Repeatedly sewing a pattern along a diagonal Example2Sew the first embroidery pattern 4Touchthree times. and repeat steps 2 Embroidering linked characters Pattern, touch UsePoint for embroidering 7As in , select the character patterns for DEF 8In the embroidering settings screen, touch 9Touch 1260Touch AUse Embroidering for the previous pattern Maximum Sewing Speed Setting Maximum Sewing Speed SettingMaximum sewing speed Embroidery frame Cap frame Flat frame Thread.4 Value between and changes Setting the Machine to Stop at Color Changes Stopping the machine at the next color changeSpecifying pause locations before embroidering 1Touch in the pattern editing screen Setting the Machine to Stop at Color Changes Mark appears to indicate where the machine will stopAfter specifying the desired settings, touch Any number of pauses can be specified Temporary Needle Bar Setting Temporary needle bar setting screen appears130 Embroidering continues with the specified needle bar Thread color displayed on the screen will be grayed out Uninterrupted embroidering using a single colorTemporary Needle Bar Setting Reserved Needle Bar Settings 132 Reserved Needle Bar Settings Cancelling the settingWish to cancel Touch This cancels the manual needle bar setting 134 Concerning embroidery data 136 138139 140 Precautions Concerning embroidery data Precautions If embroidery data larger than 200 mm H × 300 mm W Concerning optional embroidery cards Trademarks Concerning USB media General pattern selection Pattern list screen Embroidery patterns Frame patternsList of embroidery patterns appears 2Select an embroidery pattern. Touch the desired pattern Designs 3Select a frame patternTouch the desired pattern.Monogram and frame 2Select the monogram design Any other alphabet pattern without Creating a monogram 3Select the charactersSelected characters appear in the pattern display area Select a pattern 144Touch 8Touch Alphabet patterns Touch to change the pattern to the same size as the lettersFont selection screen appears 2Select a character font 146 6Touch and enter ucky Floral alphabet patterns Changing the text arrangementTouch to return to the text input screen List of floral alphabet patterns appears 3If necessary, edit the pattern Renaissance alphabet patternsList of Renaissance alphabet patterns appears This confirms the pattern selection Appliqué alphabet2Select the text size Greek alphabet patterns Embroidery patterns stored in the machine memoryList of Greek alphabet patterns appears 2Select a character pattern Embroidery cards optional Deleting embroidery dataAbout embroidery cards optional Store embroidery cards in the hard case Touch pen 154 Using embroidery card reader without the card reader holder List of patterns on the embroidery card appears Computer USB Compatible models Select an embroidery pattern RecallingList of patterns is displayed 158 Before disconnecting the USB cable, click Windows XP Windows Vista USB media Instead, wait until the patterns are displayed Touch Editing the Embroidery Pattern Pattern Editing Screen Combining patternsPattern type selection screen appears again 2Select an embroidery pattern Selecting the pattern to be edited Moving a patternEditing the Embroidery Pattern Pattern Editing Screen 1Touch or Touch so that it changes to Flipping a pattern horizontallyChanging the size of a pattern 2Touch the keys to adjust the pattern to the desired size Example Original size4After making the desired changes, touch Pattern editing screen appears again Rotating a pattern Screen shown below appears Example Original angle Necessary, touch and to adjust the bend of the curve Changing the text arrangement of a characterChanging the character spacing 2Touch the key of the desired text arrangement Key appears as Separating combined character patternsTouch 2Touch Trimming the threads between characters Separated character pattern cannot be combined again4Use and to select a pattern, Then use Spacing Touch Changing the thread density Specifying multi-color textSelects a less thread density Less Standard More Changing the colors of the pattern 64 embroidery threads table screen appears Designing repeated patterns Sewing repeated patterns To widen spacing, touch To tighten spacing, touch 4Adjust the spacing of the repeated patternSelect the direction in which the pattern will be repeated 174 Touch to cut horizontally Touch to cut vertically2Use and to select the cut line Cut line will move 2Touch 6Repeat the selected element Repeated pattern will be divided into separate elementsAssigning thread marks 1Touch and then touch Creating a custom thread tableBe sewn Entered thread color number Thread brand Touch to return to the original screen 178To delete a specified color from the palette Touch Choosing a color from the custom thread table 64 embroidery threads table screen displaysNew color from the custom thread table Display shows the changed colors Duplicate is positioned over the original pattern Duplicating a patternDeleting a pattern Editing the Embroidery Pattern Embroidering Settings Screen Editing the Embroidery Pattern Embroidering Settings ScreenRotating the entire pattern Entire pattern can be rotated Editing a Combined Pattern 182Which we will then edit 1Touch 3To select the pattern, touch 2Select 9Touch and adjust the position of the letters Editing a Combined PatternTouch 7Type ood 8After selecting the characters, touch 184 Balanced Example To reduce 186 JAfter finishing all editing, touch Then Saving Embroidery Patterns Machine’s memoryIf the embroidery pattern cannot be saved Saving Embroidery Patterns 5pattern 1884To delete the data, touch Primary top USB port for media USB media Turn on your computer and select Computer My computer Saving Embroidery Patterns 192 194 196Changing the thread color information 197 198 Using the Settings Key Understanding the settings screenThere are five pages in the settings screen. Touch Desired page is displayed. Using the Settings Key Displayed Some settings cannot be changed while sewing Example When the centerpoint if set to on Changing the display guidesSize of the embroidery frame 1Touch and to select the desired embroidery frame display Changing the thread color information Centerpoint markerCenterpoint is indicated with a red plus sign Centerpoint marker is displayed as specified Specifying the thumbnail size Sample displays Thread color number #123Thread color name Time Select the background color from the 66 settings available Specifying jumpstitch trimming / DST jump codes for trimming 200 1Touch or to select the desired settingDesired setting is displayed Changing the screen saver settings 1Touch and to select the settingDeleting short stitches Specifying the remaining length of thread 202 1setting Turning on or OFF the sewing lightSelect the device that is connected Touch a file name to select image and then Changing the speaker volume 1Touch and to select the desired speaker volume1Touchsetting. or to select the desired Specifying thread sensor Changing the pointer shape when a USB mouse is used Changing the units of measurementsChanging the language 1Touch and to select the desired measurement units Basic Operation Using the Machine Operations Guide Key206 Using the Machine Operations Guide Key Example To learn how to thread the upper thread TouchMachine operations guide screen appears List of basic operations appears Screen that was displayed before Was touched appears After checking the procedure, touch Touch208 Using a frame pattern to create Installing the embroidery frameSetting up the optional bobbin Winder 241 Cleaning the thread paths Upper threads 248 This section describes the procedure for sewing appliqués Procedure for sewing appliquésAppliqué Sewing Sewing appliqué patterns 7Finish sewing the embroidery Using a frame pattern to create appliquésAppliqué Sewing 212 Select the satin-stitched frame pattern with the same shape Sewing Large-size Split Embroidery Patterns 2142Select section to be embroidered, then Touch Select the sections in alphabetical order Be sure to select fabric of the size of combined pattern Sewing Large-size Split Embroidery Patterns3If necessary, edit the pattern. Then, touch 216 Helpful Tips for the Operation of the Machine Checking the thread tension of built-in patternsHelpful Tips for the Operation of the Machine Touch 2Touch 1 time, and then touch 2Setleft thecorner.beginning of stitching in the lower 1Touch in the embroidering settings screenSewing a pattern aligned with a mark on the fabric 3Withfabric.a fabric marker, mark this point on Color thread table Colors of Tajima .dst embroidery data Creating Beautiful Embroidery ThreadsStabilizers backing Creating Beautiful Embroidery Frame Basics Hooping techniquesBacking must not be visible in the finished product Fabric/stabilizer compatibility chart Away CottonHeadwear Optional Or foam cap fronts Dress shirt Optional Accessories 224 Using the Optional Cap Frame Using the Optional Cap FrameCap frame and its accessories Types of caps Fabric precautions Installing the cap frame driverPreparing to use the cap frame Cap fabric not recommended for embroidering 228 This completes the installation of the cap frame driverAdjusting the cap frame driver Do not loosen them too far 230 Firmly tighten the screwsAttach the needle plate spacer to the needle plate Preparing the mounting jig Check that there is no looseness For the standard type 2Release the snap lock on the cap frame down Attaching the cap frameThis completes the preparation of the mounting jig Pins 234 ERemovejig. the cap frame from the mounting DAdjust the brim so that it maintains a rounded shapeThis completes the positioning of the cap in the cap frame Removing the cap frame 236Attaching the cap frame to the embroidery machine Installing the embroidery frame holder Remove the needle plate spacer2Loosen the two lower thumb screws 3Remove the two upper thumb screws Additional digitizing information Secure the embroidery frame holder with the two thumb screws Don’t sew more than four overlapping layers Using the Optional Bobbin Winder PrecautionsOptional bobbin winder and its accessories For precautions concerning the power supply, refer to Setting up the optional bobbin winder Connecting the AC adapterUsing the Optional Bobbin Winder 2Insert the thread guide Winding the bobbin 2Set the thread spool on the spool pin Start winding the bobbin Press the main power switch to start winding the bobbin8Slideplace.the bobbin holder, until it clicks into 244 ARemove the bobbinCorrectly, otherwise the needle may break If bobbin winding is stopped before it is finished Maintenance Cleaning the LCDCleaning the machine surface Cleaning the hook Cleaning around the needle plate Cleaning the bobbin case Cleaning the thread paths of the upper threads Disassembling and cleaning the tension unit 3Reassembling the tension unit Oiling the machine Put a drop of oil onto the hook About the maintenance message Oiling the needle bars Troubleshooting On-screen troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 254 Upper thread is catching Using a weak thread like a Slow down the machine Needle is touching the needle plate Upper threadBreaks Authorized dealer Metallic thread Sewing speed Upper or middle thread guide 256Area Clean the hook and the needle Skipped Needle plate or in the hook Plate 258 Correct position Second page of the settings Up under the stitching Tautly frame soft knits using a 260Fabrics. Use stabilizer on top Is incorrect Error messages Installed embroidery frame is too smallChange the text arrangement or the embroidery frame Bobbin thread broke or ran out 262 Needle has stopped at an incorrect positionNeedle bar case motor has locked up Needle bar case could not be moved to its initial position Selected pattern is going to be Deleted because was touched Sewing, then turned on againColors were being changed Touch To return 264 Touch to use the thread trimming functionMachine is retrieving a Previously saved pattern You tried to save a copyright USB media in whichPattern is saved has been changed. a computer Pattern has too many stitches and cannot be used Load USB media Clean the moving cutter. Refer to266 Troubleshooting 268 4Turn the machine off, and on again If the machine does not respond when a key is pressedStart/stop button is red Adjustments screen appears Specifications Embroidery machine specifications Upgrade procedure using USB media Upgrading Your Machine’s SoftwareUpgrading Your Machine’s Software Touch 3Insert the USB media into the primary top Upgrade procedure using computer 4Copy the upgrade file to Removable Disk 5TouchRemove the USB media, and turn the machine off and on again Removable Disk will appear in Computer My computer Index Index 274 78, 128 Page Page Support and answers to frequently asked questions FAQs