Direct PC-Link | Janome MB-4 specification

PCM

Direct PC-Link

The MB-4 can be connected to the PC with the USB cable included as standard accessory.

You need Digitizer MB for multi-needle software (optional item) to operate the machine via direct PC-link.

Connecting the Machine and PC

Start up the MB-4 and PC, and insert the type A

wUSB connector in to the PC.

Insert the type B USB connector into the USB port on the machine.

q Type A USB connector w Type B USB connector

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Transfer the embroidery pattern data files between the machine and PC by using optional Digitizer MB for multi-needle.

After the data transfer is finished, the LCD screen will show the Ready to Sew mode display or return to the previous screen, depending on the setting you have made on Digitizer MB for multi-needle.

CAUTION:

Do not turn the power switch off or disconnect the USB cable while the data transfer is in progress. Otherwise the data will be lost or the memory will be damaged.

NOTE:

Refer to instruction book of optional Digitizer MB for multi-needlefor further details.

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Janome MB-4 manual Direct PC-Link

Contents

Instruction Book Important Safety Instructions Grounding Instructions Table of Contents Installing the Machine Setting UP the Machine Removing the Head Stoppers Adjusting the feetPage Names of Parts RCS unit optional item Sub control panel Optional RCS unit Standard Accessories Standard Accessories Assembling the Spool Stand Setting the spool of thread Setting the Thread Cones or Spools of ThreadSetting the thread cone Installing the Hoop Supporter Installing the RCS Unit optional item Grounding Instructions Connecting the Power Supply Direct PC-Link Stabilizers Bobbin ThreadsNeedles Winding the Bobbin Inserting the bobbin Removing the bobbin case Inserting the bobbin case Threading needle No.1 Threading the Needle ⁄22 Threading the needle with the needle threader Setting the Fabric in the Embroidery Hoop Adjusting the Hoop Supporter for Optional Hoops Setting the Embroidery Hoop LCD brightness adjusting dial Mode buttonMachine operating buttons Start/Stop button LCD screen Y u Stitch count setting Machine SettingsColor section layer setting Needle bar number setting Starting to Embroider N1253 N2224 HM1 ? M1 02010 02/13 Removing the Hoop Adjusting the needle thread tension Adjusting the Thread TensionAdjusting the bobbin thread tension Tension is too tight Replacing the needle Replacing the NeedleChecking the needle Basic Operation of the Optional RCS Unit Menu key Function keysFile open key SET key On-screen Help Movie Disconnecting the RCS Unit Selecting the Embroidery Patterns Advanced Operation with the Optional RCS Unit Selecting the built-in designs Automatic color assignment Function keys circle keysColor list option Manual color assignment Monogramming Lettering orientation Function keys Font selectionLetter size Letter case Saving the monogram Entering the characters To insert a character Correcting the text To delete a character Vertical orientation Placement of monogrammingHorizontal orientation Multi-color monogramming Editing Selecting the hoop Editing FunctionsMoving the pattern Resizing the pattern Saving the file Rotating the patternDeleting the pattern Flipping the pattern Duplicating the pattern Monogramming in an arc To customize the colors of the pattern image Customizing the color setting Combining the Patterns and Lettering ⁄2 Edit Bright Blue Trac Outline M2126X110mm Eco mode setting Customizing the Setting with the Sub Control PanelBuzzer sound control Machine ID number Formatting the memory Resetting all to defaultsMaximum sewing speed Thread selection Setting the thread detector sensitivity Setting the trim tail lengthReminder message ON/OFF Ignoring short stitches Jump thread trimming threshold Jump thread trimming ON/OFF Inch/mm option Customizing the Settings with the Optional RCS UnitLCD brightness adjustment Touch screen calibration Screen saver Machine ID and name Yes ⁄3Hoop selection for monogramming ⁄1Grid size⁄2Maximum sewing speed ⁄5Screen color options ⁄4Selecting the thread brand ⁄8Ignoring short stitches ⁄6Reminder message ON/OFF⁄7Reserving the color for the needle bar ¤0Setting the thread detector sensitivity ⁄9Setting the trim tail length¤2Setting the number of jumps for trimming ¤1Jump thread trimming ON/OFF ¤3Language selection Saving the Pattern as a File File Management Creating a new folder Opening a file Deleting the file Deleting the folder Inserting the PC Design card PC Design CardsEjecting the PC Design card Opening the embroidery pattern from the PC Design card Opening the embroidery pattern from the USB memory USB Memory Opening the embroidery pattern from the CD-ROM CD-ROM Drive Cleaning the Bobbin Case Cleaning the Hook Cleaning the Auto Thread Cutter Mechanism Oiling Audible signal Buzzer sounds when Error MessagesAudible Signals Problem Cause Reference Troubleshooting Troubleshooting