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Embroidery Machine Operation Manual Product Code: 884-T20 Be sure to read this document before using the machine. We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference. - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 2
Machines Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Each company whose software title is mentioned in this manual licensing remarks, please go to the manual download section on your model's home page of Brother Solutions Center at " http - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 3
Introduction Thank you for purchasing this embroidery machine. Before using this machine, carefully read the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS", and then study this manual for the correct operation of the various functions. In addition, after you have finished reading this manual, store it where it can - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 4
being sewn may ignite, resulting in fire or an electric shock. • Do not use this machine near an open flame; the movement of the embroidery frame could cause the garment being sewn to catch fire. • Do not place this machine on an unstable surface, such as an unsteady or slanted table, otherwise the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 5
troubleshooting table in the back of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem persists, please consult your local authorized Brother dealer. Use this machine only for its intended use as described in the manual. Use or instruction concerning use of the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 6
(908) 704-1700 declares that the product Product Name: Model Number: Brother Embroidery Machine PR670E complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 7
BROTHER retains ownership of all rights to CONTENT and to the copies of the CONTENT included in this package. The CONTENT are licensed (not sold) to you ("CUSTOMER") under the terms and conditions of this Agreement. CUSTOMER is licensed to: • Use the CONTENT in combination with an embroidery machine - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 8
Warning Labels The following warning labels are on the machine. Be sure to observe the precautions described in the labels. 1 2 Please put a drop of oil onto the hook once a day before use. Label locations 6 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 9
(default method when the machine is purchased), needles that are already threaded with a color that will be used in the next pattern are using a manual color sequence allows the needle bar assignments to easily be specified manually. Thread color and needle bar combinations can be selected manually - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 10
be sewn within the embroidery). When sewing is finished, the machine stops. If the pattern uses seven or more thread colors, the machine will stop when it is necessary for the thread spools to be changed, and the corresponding instructions appear on the LCD. (However, when "Manual Color Sequence" is - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 11
function cannot be used with overlapping patterns. ■ Link function - for your embroidery business - You can send embroidery patterns edited in embroidery editing software provided with the Link function, such as PE-DESIGN NEXT /10 or later, from a computer to an embroidery machine. You can connect - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 12
the time and stitches do not always provide the clearest image of the remaining embroidery time, the new embroidering progress bar shows the progress of the entire embroidery at a glance. The machine is locked. The machine can be started. ■ Wide selection of built-in thread color information The - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 13
. ■ USB port/SD card slot available as standard equipment By connecting a computer to the machine using the included USB cable, embroidery patterns can be transferred to/from the computer. (Refer to "Saving embroidery patterns in the computer" on page 136.) ■ Automatic needle-threading mechanism - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 14
with this machine, or if you use DST files frequently, it would be convenient to use the manual color sequence. (Refer to "Selecting/Managing Thread Colors for Each Needle Bar (Manual Color Sequence)" on page 108.) ■ Various built-in patterns Many built-in character patterns, embroidery patterns and - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 15
This manual is constructed as described below. Before using the machine, check the procedures described with the numbered titles in chapter 2. This shows the sequence of these basic operations. Read before use Searching for information Chapter 1: Getting Ready The setup of the embroidery machine - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 16
Introduction 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........ 1 License Agreement 5 Warning Labels 6 Machine Structure and Features 7 Six-needle machine embroidering 7 Differences from single-needle machines 8 Other features 9 Available features 12 Manual Structure 13 Read before use 13 Read when - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 17
138 Recalling from the computer 139 Saving embroidery patterns from any memory source to another memory 141 Sending Embroidery Patterns From a Computer to the Machine (Link Function 142 Operations available with the Link function 142 Embroidering using the Link function 143 Disabling the Link - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 18
the remaining length of thread 185 Selecting the "Eco Mode" or "Shutoff Support Mode 185 Changing the screen saver settings 186 Using the Machine Operations Guide Key 187 Viewing the operation guides 187 Playing a tutorial video 189 Playing MPEG-4 (MP4) videos 190 Chapter7 APPENDIX - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 19
to the left and right to move the needle to the embroidering position. 3 Lower thread guide 4 Carriage Attach the embroidery frame to the carriage. When the machine is turned on or when the machine is embroidering, the carriage moves forward, backward, left and right. 5 Hook cover/Hook Open the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 20
embroidery pattern data. 3 USB port for media In order to send patterns from/to USB media, plug the USB media directly into the USB port. 4 USB port for computer In order to import/export patterns between a computer and the machine, plug the USB cable into the USB port. 5 Main power switch Use - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 21
machine. Make sure to use the accessories designed for this machine. 13. Included accessories 14. After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your authorized Brother USB cable XD1851-051 Embroidery frame (extra-large) 200 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 22
34. Operation Manual This manual 35. Quick reference guide XG8272-001 36. Embroidery Design Guide XG8276-001 37. Power cord Visit your authorized Brother dealer. 38. Bobbin case (on machine) XC7206-001 CAUTION • Be sure to use the included power cord for this machine. Using any other - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 23
130 mm (5 inches)) PRPRF130 (Americas) PRPRF130: XE8430-001 (Other area) Round frame (160 mm) (6 inches)) PRPRF160 (Americas) PRPRF160: XE8433-001 (Other area) Embroidery frame holder C (with dark gray corner covers) PRPARMC (Americas) PRPARMC: XE8436-001 (Other area) Flat frame 200 mm (H) × 300 mm - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 24
(Other area) 24. Embroidery Table PRWT1 (Americas) PRWT1: XE8417-001 (Other area) 25. Embroidery Stand PRNSTD2 (Americas) VRPRNSTD authorized Brother dealer for a complete listing of optional accessories for your machine. Memo • Always use accessories recommended for this machine. • - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 25
• Place no objects within the moving range of the embroidery frame • Set-up machine near an electrical outlet • Use a level and stable surface, such as a desk or stand • Use a surface that can support the weight of the machine (about 38 kg (84 lb)) • Allow open space around the ventilation slots - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 26
• Direct sunlight (2) • Objects within the moving range of the embroidery frame (3) • Extremely high or extremely low temperatures. The operating More than 250 mm (9-1/32 inches) Adjust the legs so that the machine is c steady. Use the included wrench to loosen the lock nut on the leg that you - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 27
adjusting the legs to the desired e length, use the included wrench to tighten the nuts. 1 Thumb screws Adjust the operation panel to an easy-tob operate position, and then tighten the thumb screws. 1 Lock nut Press down on each corner of the f embroidery machine to check that it is stable. If it - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 28
five thumb screws. Preparing the thread guide assembly Raise the thread guide assembly. Locate the included Phillips screwdriver. Using the Phillips screwdriver, loosen the a screws on the left side of the thread guide assembly support so that the thread guide assembly can be raised. Remove screw - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 29
Using the Phillips screwdriver, loosen the c screws on the left and right sides of the thread guide assembly and lift up the thread guide move the thread guide assembly support and the thread guide. Do not apply extreme force when moving the thread guide assembly support and the thread guide. Be sure - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 30
screwdriver included, firmly tighten the thumb screws. • Two types of embroidery frame holders are included with this machine. Embroidery frame holder A is used with the four included embroidery frames. (Refer to "Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames" on page 80 for the details.) This completes the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 31
of the following occur, turn off the embroidery machine and unplug the power supply cord, otherwise a fire, an electric shock or damage to the machine may result. • When you are away from the machine. • After using the machine. • If a power outage occurs while the machine is being operated. • If the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 32
. ■ Bad needle If the distance between the needle and the flat surface is not even, the needle is bent. Do not use a bent needle. CAUTION • Your machine is designed to use household embroidery needles. The factory recommended needle is "HAX 130 EBBR" (Organ). Schmetz needles 130/705 H-E may be - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 33
• It is recommended that rayon or polyester embroidery thread be used (120 den x 2 / 135 dtex x 2 / 40 weight (in Americas and Europe) / #50 (in Japan)). Fabric recommendations Be sure to observe the following recommendations concerning the fabric. Note • Your machine - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 34
embroidery machine. Step Operation Tutorial Reference Page Operating Precaution Reference Page 1 Install the bobbin. p. 33 p.30 2 Turn on the machine. p. 35 p.29 3 Select an embroidery pattern. p. 38 4 Edit the embroidery tables on pages 63 to 72. Use these tables for quick reference. - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 35
you if it was b not pulled toward the front. Memo • This embroidery machine is not equipped with a bobbin-winder. Use pre-wound (L type) bobbins. • The optional bobbin winder (stand-alone type) and optional metal bobbins can also be used. (Refer to page 22, 205.) Insert the bobbin into the bobbin - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 36
Pass the thread through the thread slit and b under the tension-adjusting spring. Fully insert the bobbin case until it snaps b into place. 1 Thread slit 2 Tension-adjusting spring Pull the thread about 50 mm (2 inches) c through the opening in the tension- adjusting spring. Close the hook cover. - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 37
cord, and then turn on the embroidery machine. For precautions concerning the power supply, refer to page 29. CAUTION • Be sure to use the included power cord for this machine. Using any other power cord may result in damage. Plug the power supply cord into the a machine. Insert the plug of the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 38
for the attached embroidery frame. 3 The embroidery frame Embroidering indications, the grid lines area line and other display settings can be specified from the machine settings screen. Page - p.180 p.180 4 Machine Touch this key to check a machine operation. operations guide key p.187 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 39
to page 40, 66.) Clock key Touch this key to change the 7 embroidery machine p.177 Settings key settings. * The keys in the table above appear and can be used in most of the screens described later in this manual. 2 Screen overview The basic operation flow is shown below. In the pattern - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 40
to the needle bars, and then install the upper threads. Touch to unlock the machine so that the start/stop button starts flashing in green. The embroidery machine is now ready to begin sewing. 3. Selecting an Embroidery Pattern As an example, we will select the pattern shown below. In the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 41
Sub-category keys may appear for some pattern categories. Touch the key for the sub-category containing the desired pattern. Select an embroidery pattern category. b Touch the desired pattern category. ■ Checking a preview image from the pattern list screen Touch Touch to preview the image prior - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 42
entire pattern, including all patterns, is shown. 2 Highlights the sizes of embroidery frames that can be used to sew the currently selected embroidery pattern. Memo • If the embroidery frame holder is not attached to the machine, the embroidering area will not display the correct frame size. (Refer - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 43
you are going to use. 2 The preview image is displayed. • After determining the type of embroidery frame holder and size of embroidery frame that are best for your embroidery, change the embroidery frame holder and embroidery frame that are installed. The machine will automatically detect the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 44
screen other than the embroidering screen, the embroidery cannot be sewn. Embroidery frames that can be used appear lighter ( ) embroidery frames that cannot be used appear darker ( ). Memo • If the embroidery frame holder is not attached to the machine, the embroidering area will not display the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 45
There are four sizes of embroidery frames included with this machine, which are used with the included embroidery frame holder A. For details on the uses for each frame, refer to "Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames" on page 80. Icon Name Embroidering area Extra-large embroidery frame 200 mm - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 46
the fabric in the embroidery frame, attach the frame to the embroidery machine. Embroidery frame holders A and B are included accessories with this machine. Install embroidery frame holder A when an included embroidery frame is to be used. (See "Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames" on page 80 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 47
, any of the following problems may occur. • The machine will detect the embroidery frame size incorrectly. • The starting position for the embroidery frame is misaligned. • The embroidery pattern is misaligned. The embroidery frame holder is ready for the embroidery frame to be attached. Hold - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 48
later use. Embroidering settings screen (For details on the keys and other information on the screen, refer to page 68.) 1 2 7 3 Insert the embroidery frame in memory. 7 The embroidering area guide in the pattern display area indicates the size of the embroidery frame that is actually installed. 8 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 49
TUTORIAL Note • Available keys are not the same if you set "Manual Color Sequence" to "ON" in the settings screen. For details on the keys and other information on the screen, refer to page 70. Memo • If the embroidery frame is not positioned correctly when continuing to the embroidering settings - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 50
will appear if the thread spools from the previous embroidery project need to be changed. If you set "Manual Color Sequence" to "ON" in the settings screen 2 If no thread color name is displayed, that needle bar has not been used. If a thread color had been assigned to the needle bar on a previously - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 51
Use these keys to return to the embroidering settings screen. 6 When starting the machine or cutting the threads, touch this button to unlock the machine . Use when threading the needle with the automatic needle-threading mechanism. Note • Available keys are not the same if you set "Manual Color - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 52
careful that the embroidery machine is not accidentally started, otherwise injuries may result. Upper threading Use machine embroidery thread to thread the needle bars in order, starting with needle bar 1. CAUTION • When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. If the upper - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 53
1 Spool mat 2 Small spool 3 Spool cap • When using a flanged thread spool, place the spool on the spool guide just above the spool, and then pass the thread through the number 1 hole in the thread guide toward the front of the machine. 1 Upper thread guide plate 1 Number 1 hole in the thread guide - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 54
e number 1 thread tension disc. Lead the thread along the thread path and f around the correct thread guide pins as indicated on the machine. Slip the thread under the number 1 middle g thread guide plate from the right. 1 Thread tension disc 2 Pass thread in a clockwise direction at this location - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 55
through the slot to the i lower thread guide, and then through the hole in the number 1 lower thread guide. 2 Pass the thread along the number 1 slot to h pass it through the number 1 take-up lever hole from right to left. 1 Hole in lower thread guide Use the included threader to pass the j thread - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 56
is bent or damaged, contact your authorized Brother dealer. • While the hook of the , otherwise the automatic needle-threading mechanism cannot be used at the particular needle. If the needle bar under the guide on the c presser foot. 1 Guide on presser foot 2 Notch in guide on presser foot • Make - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 57
operation to move the needle bar to the embroidering position before trying to thread the needle. The selected needle bar moves to the position of embroidery. 55 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 58
easy to re-thread by cutting the thread currently being used between the spool and the thread guide above the spool. Place the new spool on the spool to adjust thread tension when using the spool net. ■ Moving the needle bar to be threaded to the position of embroidery You can move the needle - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 59
is unlocked. 2 The start/stop button begins flashing in green and the embroidery machine can be started. • If the start/stop button is not pressed within 10 seconds after unlocking the embroidery machine, the machine becomes locked again. Press the start/stop button. b Press the start/stop - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 60
thread information for the second needle bar is surrounded by the blue frame. This continues until the last color is sewn, d and the embroidery machine automatically stops. The embroidering settings screen reappears. The start/stop button lights up in red. • No thread trimming operations at the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 61
. (Refer to "Specifying pause locations before embroidering" on page 118.) The embroidery machine stops and the start/stop button lights up in red. • The thread is not trimmed. Touch b machine. to unlock the embroidery Press the thread trimming button. c The bobbin and upper threads are - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 62
embroidery machine is turned on again. Back up several stitches to overlap the stitching. (Refer to "Resume Embroidering After Turning Off the Machine" on page 101 for details.) Memo • The machine sewing If a problem occurs while sewing, such as if the thread breaks, the machine stops automatically. - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 63
the fabric Loosen the outer frame screw. a If the screw was tightened using a disc-shaped screwdriver, use the included disc-shaped screwdriver to loosen it. Remove the outer frame, and then remove b the fabric. The embroidery machine is turned off and the display and the start/stop button - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 64
Memo • If the machine is turned off while it is sewing, embroidering can continue when the machine is turned on again. (Refer to "Resume Embroidering After Turning Off the Machine" on page 101.) Turned off while embroidering Turned on After the opening movie 62 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 65
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL Screen Quick Reference Guide Descriptions of the keys and other information that appear in the screens are provided in the tables below. Key displays The appearances of the keys - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 66
and so on, can be selected. p.133 7 Recalls patterns from USB media. USB media keys p.138 By using the included USB cable to connect a computer 8 Computer (USB) key to the embroidery machine, p.139 patterns can be recalled from the computer. 9 Recalls patterns from SD SD card key cards - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 67
checked here. Since 7 characters will be entered Text preview area after the red cursor, use p.132 and to change the input position. Allows the size of the 8 Size key currently selected embroidery pattern to be changed. p.131 Touch to select a left, center 9 Text or right alignment - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 68
combined, the size of the entire pattern, including all patterns, is shown. Shows the sizes of embroidery frames that can 2 Embroidery frame indicators be used to sew the embroidery pattern currently displayed in the pattern display area. p.42 Shows the size of the pattern being edited - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 69
p.171 Touch to change the pattern 7 being edited into an p.106 Embroidery appliqué pattern. Appliqué key Enables the thread color of each character in the density of the pattern that is being edited; C can only be used if an p.157 Density key alphabet or frame pattern is selected. D - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 70
and a pattern can be saved for later use. Keys available in this screen differ when you set "Manual Color Sequence" to "ON" in settings screen. (Refer to page 70 and 108.) 1 2 5 3 4 6 Display No. Key Name Function Page Shows the size of the embroidery pattern currently displayed in the pattern - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 71
not affixed to the fabric, sew basting stitches along the 3 Embroidery basting key outline of the pattern to minimize shrinkage of the key Touch to return to the pattern editing screen. Save a pattern in the 8 machine's memory, USB Memory key media or a computer. Displays an image of the 9 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 72
Name Function Page This illustration appears 1 Manual color sequence mode icon when the sewing machine is in the "Manual Color Sequence" mode. p.108 Touch to change the needle bar color setting. 2 This key appears when you Manual color set "Manual Color p.109 sequence key Sequence" to - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 73
or backward can be done. Keys available in this screen differ when you set "Manual Color Sequence" to "ON" in settings screen. (Refer to page 108.) 1 of time until the machine will stop. When the last thread spool is being sewn, the number 2 Time until the machine stops appears in red. - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 74
. Use this key in the following situations: • If the thread breaks or 9 Forward/ Backward stitch key runs out while embroidering • To restart sewing from p.97 the beginning • To continue sewing after the machine was turned off Enables the needle bar 0 Temporary settings to manually be - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 75
the machine. Using the USB cable, the data can be transferred from the PC to the machine. 2 ■ DST This is the extension of Tajima data file (*.dst) that is one of the data formats of embroidery patterns. Tajima data does not contain color information, therefore the embroidery machine automatically - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 76
Useful external connection functions You can access various patterns by using the machine's USB port and SD card slot. 1 Upper thread guide the thread paths of the upper threads" on page 213.) ■ The embroidery frame becomes separated from the carriage Make sure that the positioning pins are - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 77
the instruction manual for the corresponding equipment. 2 ■ Using a USB mouse The USB mouse, connected to the sewing machine, can be used to USB media is widely used, however some USB media may not be usable with this machine. Please visit our website ( http://s.brother/cpbac ) for more details - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 78
USB mouse operation ■ Clicking a key When the mouse is connected, the pointer appears on the screen. Move the mouse to position the pointer over the desired key, and then click the left mouse button. Memo • Double-clicking has no effect. ■ Changing pages Rotate the mouse wheel to switch through the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 79
■ Changing the size Refer to "Changing the size of a pattern (Normal resizing mode)" on page 150. Touch . a Change the size of the pattern. b • Rotate the mouse wheel away from you to shrink the pattern in the same way as when is touched. • Rotate the mouse wheel toward you to enlarge the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 80
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machine may be damaged. Replacing the needle Turn off the embroidery machine. a CAUTION • Be sure to turn off the embroidery machine before replacing the needle, otherwise injuries may result if the machine screw counterclockwise. Note • Be sure to use the included Allen screw driver to replace - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 82
, contact your authorized Brother dealer. Embroidery frame holders Two types of embroidery frame holders (embroidery frame holder A and embroidery frame holder B) are included with this machine. Embroidery frame holder A is used with the four included embroidery frames. Embroidery frame holder B is - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 83
Depending on the position of the needle bars, it may be difficult to replace the embroidery frame. In that case, follow the procedure described below to move the embroidery frame. Touch . a The needle bar move screen appears. Touch . b The carriage automatically moves to a position - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 84
(Refer to "Hooping the Fabric" on page 85.) Consult your nearest authorized Brother dealer. Embroidery frame holder A Large embroidery frame 130 mm (H) × 180 mm (W) (5-1/8 inches (H) × 7-1/8 inches (W)) Use when embroidering patterns with a size less than 130 mm (H) × 180 mm (W) (5-1/8 inches - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 85
dealer. Consult your nearest authorized Brother dealer. Note • The embroidery frame indicators show all embroidery frame sizes in which the embroidery pattern can be sewn. Be sure to use an embroidery frame of the most suitable size. If the embroidery frame that is used is too large, the pattern - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 86
of the iron-on stabilizer (backing) under the fabric in the embroidery frame without ironing it. Note • Use a piece of iron-on stabilizer (backing) that is larger than the embroidery frame. When framing the fabric in the embroidery frame, be sure that the stabilizer (backing) is clamped on all - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 87
the opposite corner (non screw) D. 1 Disc-shaped screwdriver Memo • To correctly frame the fabric in the embroidery frame, we recommend using a flat surface. • Refer to "Hooping fabric in the small embroidery frame" on page 43 for details on hooping smaller frames. First, align the inner and outer - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 88
large pieces of fabric or heavy clothing When embroidering large pieces of fabric or heavy pieces of clothing, use a clothespin or binder clip to fasten the excess fabric to the embroidery frame so that it does not hang down from the frame. Embroidering with excess fabric hanging down from - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 89
to attach the corner of the fabric to stabilizer (backing), and then hoop the stabilizer (backing) in the embroidery frame. With fabrics where you do not wish to use spray adhesive, baste the fabric to the stabilizer (backing). 1 Ribbon 2 Stabilizer (backing) 1 Fabric 2 Stabilizer (backing) 87 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 90
provides information concerning the embroidery frame when operating the embroidery machine. ■ Embroidery frames that cannot be used for embroidering As explained on page 42, the embroidery frame indicators at the top of the screen show the embroidery frames that can be used to sew the currently - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 91
automatically moves to the correct position when any of the following are performed. • The embroidery machine is turned on. The embroidery frame will move. • The embroidering settings screen is displayed. The embroidery frame will not move if it is correctly positioned. If the pattern extends out of - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 92
not be correctly aligned. In this case, the pointer indication should be used only as a reference. ■ Finding the sewing position By locking the . Touch the arrow keys in the embroidering b settings screen to move the embroidery frame so that the needle drop point is at the center of the area - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 93
to original position. Adjusting the angle Depending on the type of fabric being embroidered, it may not be possible to stretch the fabric in the embroidery frame at the desired angle. In this case, adjust the angle of the pattern so that it is correctly positioned on the fabric. Touch . a OTHER - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 94
is particularly useful when embroidering items, such as bags and tubular items, that have limitations to being hooped in the embroidery frame. Example . Pass the machine bed through from the waist of the T-shirt, not from the neck, and attach the embroidery frame to the machine. This will prevent - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 95
color position. Memo • This function is not available when you set "Manual Color Sequence" to "ON" in settings screen. Touch in the embroidering The color settings will be completely canceled even if the machine is in the middle of the embroidery. Touch . a The thread color setting is - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 96
a pattern that uses seven or more thread colors, it is necessary to change the thread spools. When changing the thread spools, instruction to change the thread spools will appear with the machine automatically stopping. Memo • This function is not available when you set "Manual Color Sequence" to - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 97
be changed and the amount of time between changes. Use the scroll bar on the right side of the . Memo • This feature is not available if "Manual Color Sequence" has been set to "ON" in pattern that contains seven or more colors, the machine automatically stops sewing and the message shown below - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 98
replacing a thread spool whose thread is correctly threaded through the machine. Cut the thread between the thread spool a and the thread guide. Continue pulling the thread until the knot is above the needle. Cut the knot. Use the automatic needle-threading e mechanism to thread the needle with - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 99
thread breaks or the bobbin thread runs out while embroidering, the machine will automatically stop. Since some stitches may be sewn with only stitches for complete coverage. You can also touch the specific point of the embroidery progress bar to move the stitch count to the desired point. If the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 100
. a If the bobbin thread breaks or runs out Touch , and then press the thread a trimming button. Use the number keys to enter the desired b stitch number, and then touch . The embroidery frame moves to the specified stitch. Touch to return to the previous screen, c and then continue with - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 101
using the forward/backward stitch key. In addition, you can go forward or back through the stitching by thread color or by stitch to start stitching at any position of the pattern. 3 • If the hook cover can be opened, replace the bobbin without removing the embroidery frame from the machine - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 102
stitching before the changes. ■ To select the stitch from where embroidering is to begin Use the scroll bar to select the thread color, d and then touch , , , needle bar moves to the sewing position, and then the embroidery frame moves and current needle position is indicated. After selecting - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 103
was accidentally turned off, for example, due to a power outage, while it was embroidering. The remainder of the embroidery can be sewn when the machine is turned on again; however, some of the stitches that were already sewn may be sewn again. 1 2 1 Touch to cancel embroidering and display the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 104
continue embroidering. Memo • The machine can be stopped at any time, even while it is embroidering; however, if the machine is stopped when the thread color • In order to check the finished embroidery before sewing on your project, sew trial embroidery using the same fabric and thread as those in - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 105
all needle bars to check the thread tension. Memo • In the built-in embroidery patterns, one pattern is used for checking the thread tension. By sewing this pattern, the thread tension can If the thread tension is not still correctly adjusted, turn the upper thread guide pretension knob. 103 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 106
the bobbin thread being visible from the right side of the fabric. 1 Upper thread guide pretension knob 2 Tighter 3 Looser 1 Right side 2 Wrong side Turn the knob Note • If the thread tension setting is made extremely weak, the machine may stop during sewing. This is not the sign of a malfunction - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 107
make operation easier. Basting Embroidery Before embroidering, basting stitches can be sewn along the outline of the pattern. This is useful for embroidering fabric that cannot basting is from the pattern. • The setting remains selected even if the machine is turned off. 1 Basting stitching 105 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 108
be created from the built-in patterns and patterns on embroidery cards. This is convenient for fabrics that cannot be embroidered or when you wish to attach an appliqué to a garment. Creating an appliqué piece Select the pattern to be used for the a appliqué. In the pattern editing screen, touch - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 109
shrinkage of the pattern, we recommend using water-soluble stabilizer. • Put together two layers of water-soluble 4 stabilizer, otherwise the stabilizer material Hoop the appliqué fabric in the embroidery h frame, attach the embroidery frame to the machine, and then start embroidering. may tear - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 110
more efficiently than when the settings are normally specified. Convenience of the manual color sequence The manual color sequence is convenient when the machine is being used under the following conditions. ■ When using embroidery data that has no thread color information, such as with DST files - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 111
. Touch , and then select the manual b color sequence. • When the embroidery machine is purchased, "OFF" is selected. Touch c screen. to return to the previous The icon for the manual color sequence appears in the screen. Using the manual color sequence ■ Manually assign thread colors to all - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 112
this way, you can arrange the sewn embroidery without actually editing the pattern. Specifying sewing use the scroll bar on the right side to display it. Precautions on the manual color sequence ■ When embroidering a pattern containing 7 or more colors With the manual color sequence, the machine - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 113
pattern (refer to page 154), or use the Multi Color key (refer to page 156). If the Multi Color key is used to specify that thread colors not be 1 Red • If the machine is temporarily turned off, the settings to deselect region that were specified before the machine was turned off are not cancelled - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 114
lock stitches be sewn before the thread is trimmed. Touch a Touch so that it changes to . (or ) to select the desired setting. When the embroidery machine is purchased, this function is set ON. ■ Specifying that lock stitches be sewn at the beginning of the pattern, at the beginning of sewing - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 115
corner, lower-center and lowerright corner. These settings can be used to repeatedly sew a pattern along a diagonal. The starting/ position setting. After selecting the desired settings, touch d . When the embroidery machine is purchased, both the starting position and the ending positions are set - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 116
Starting position 2 Ending position After embroidering is finished, the machine c stops at the lower-right corner of the pattern. so that it changes Note • If the next embroidery pattern of the series will be stitched outside the embroidery field, the following screen will appear. Rehoop the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 117
when the pattern extends beyond the embroidery frame. Example: Linking "DEF" f the threads, remove the embroidery frame, and then attach the embroidery frame again so that the remaining in the lower-left corner of the pattern. The embroidery frame moves so that the needle is positioned correctly. - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 118
-left corner of the pattern. The embroidery frame moves so that the needle is positioned correctly. Touch . j Use to align the needle with the end sewing speed setting is specified from the embroidering screen. When the embroidery machine is purchased, the maximum sewing speed is set to 1000 spm - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 119
In addition, the machine embroiders more quietly at a slower sewing speed. • The sewing speed can be changed while embroidery is being sewn. using a weak thread like a metallic thread. Setting the Machine to Stop at Color Changes The machine can be stopped at any time; however, if the machine is - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 120
change thread color screen appears. From the thread color sequence display, b select the thread color where you wish to stop the machine before sewing it. • If the desired thread color is not displayed, use the scroll bar on the right side to display it. 1 1 Scroll bar • If the same thread color is - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 121
for temporary use. Uninterrupted embroidering (monochrome) A selected pattern can be stitched out in one color instead of multicolor. The machine will hesitate thread trimming function can be used (refer to page 184). • After finishing the embroidery, uninterrupted embroidery will be canceled. 119 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 122
color can be manually assigned to a certain needle bar. If a needle bar is specified, that needle bar is removed from the machine's automatic assignments and the specified color remains assigned to it. By specifically assigning often used thread colors to certain needle bars, the trouble of changing - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 123
you wish to cancel. 1 1 Disable needle threader key 1 1 Indicates the number of the selected needle bar Touch . b 1 1 disappears from the thread spool. This cancels the manual needle bar setting. 121 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 124
To cancel the cancel needle threading c setting, touch again. 1 1 Disable needle threader key Memo • Follow the procedure from step c on page 120, to assign the other thread color to the needle bar you canceled the setting. 122 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 125
Observe the following precautions when using embroidery data other than that created and saved in this machine. Note • The processing speed may vary by quantity of data stored. • Some USB media may not be usable with this machine. Please visit our website ( http://s.brother/cpbac ) for more details - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 126
this machine. Please visit our web site ( http://s.brother/cpbac ) for more details. • Only remove USB media while an access lamp on the USB media is not flashing (refer to "Saving embroidery patterns to USB media/SD card" on page 135). • For additional information, refer to the instruction manual - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 127
Changing the size of pattern keys The size of pattern keys can be set to "Small", "Medium" or "Large". When the embroidery machine is purchased, "Medium" is selected. 1 5 2 3 4 5 1 "Large" pattern key size 1 1 6 7 8 1 Pattern keys Touch a pattern to display the following information of the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 128
pattern category. b Touch the desired category. Frame patterns Touch . a The list of embroidery patterns appears. Select an embroidery pattern. c Touch the desired pattern. The list of frame patterns appears. From the upper tabs of the screen, select b the desired shape for the frame - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 129
appears. The selected pattern appears in the pattern display area. If necessary, edit the pattern. d Utility embroidery patterns/ Large buttonhole patterns Utility embroidery patterns and large buttonhole patterns can be selected. Touch . a 1 2 1 Large buttonhole patterns can be selected from - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 130
of letters can be entered. If too many letters are selected, touch to delete the letters. • If desired, multiple letters can be selected to use these characters in the same way as any other character pattern without creating a monogram. If necessary, edit the characters. d • For details on editing - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 131
■ Changing the pattern size After selecting the first character, touch until the character is the desired size. • The next character that is selected will have the new character size. • The character size of all entered characters cannot be changed after the characters are combined. (The size of the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 132
the design. • The frame patterns are just some of the patterns that can be used. Character patterns other than the 3-letter monogram patterns can be used in the combination. Alphabet patterns There are 37 built-in character fonts. 1 2 3 4 5 1 Uppercase letters 2 Lowercase letters 3 Numbers - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 133
With the first character entered, touch e to change the size of the character. SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS Touch g to enter a line feed. 2 1 3 1 Text preview area 2 Pattern display area 3 Touch this key to change the size. Touch h and enter "C". • The next characters that are selected - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 134
text is arranged on a curve, each touch of this key increases the bend of the curve (makes it more curved). • If the text is arranged using one of the text arrangements on this screen, even more characters can be entered. Memo • If the text contains a line feed, changes to the text - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 135
desired category. 5 When the key displayed as the right. , text is aligned to The list of the patterns in the selected category appears. Select an embroidery pattern. c Touch the desired pattern. The selected pattern appears in the pattern display area. 133 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 136
to select a different pattern, touch the desired pattern. If necessary, edit the pattern. d The list of appliqué alphabets appears. Select an embroidery pattern. c Touch the desired pattern. 1 1 Touch this key to flip the pattern horizontally. Touch . e This confirms the pattern selection - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 137
available, but some USB media may not be usable with this machine. Please visit our website ( http://s.brother/cpbac ) for more details. • Depending on the type of USB media being used, either directly plug the USB device into the machine's USB port or plug the USB media Reader/Writer into the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 138
, or . to return to the original screen without Using the included USB cable, the machine can be connected to your computer, and the embroidery patterns can be temporarily retrieved from and saved in the on the computer (or USB hub), refer to the instruction manual for the corresponding equipment. - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 139
screen. SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS Retrieving patterns from the machine's memory Press . a Touch . d The machine displays the patterns currently in the * Touch to file to the computer. Touch c * Touch . to delete the embroidery pattern. The embroidering screen is displayed. 137 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 140
path to show the current folder at the top of the list. * Embroidery patterns and subfolders within a folder are displayed. * Press to return to the previous folder. * Use the computer to create folders. Folders cannot be created with the machine. Touch the key of the pattern you want to d retrieve - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 141
available computer operating systems. Plug the USB cable connector into the a corresponding USB ports for the computer and for the machine. (Refer to "Saving embroidery patterns in the computer" on page 136.) On the computer, open "Computer (My b Computer)" then go to "Removable Disk". Pattern - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 142
-click it and click "Delete". Place the pattern that you wish to recall b into the "Removable Disk" folder. After writing the data to the embroidery machine, the key for that pattern appears in the screen. If the desired pattern can still not be c written, repeat steps a and b. Touch to return - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 143
patterns from any memory source to another memory Embroidery patterns saved in the machine's memory, USB memory, SD card, or PC can be transferred to each other. On the home screen, press the key you a want to retrieve/recall - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 144
machines Memo • When connecting multiple embroidery machines to the computer, use a commercially available USB hub. Please note that we recommend you use a self-powered USB hub. Do not use USB extension cables or repeater cables. For details on using the USB hub, refer to its operating instructions - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 145
data in the PES format (.pes) and the PEN format (.pen) can be embroidered using the Link function. • The Link function cannot be used with large-size (split) embroidery patterns. • Attach to the embroidery machine the embroidery frame for the size of the pattern to be sent. Touch , and then touch - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 146
Note • For details on using the embroidery editing software, refer to the Instruction Manual included with it. After the embroidery pattern has been h opened by the machine, the embroidering screen appears. The opened embroidery pattern appears in the pattern display area with the icon for the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 147
in step j are saved even if was touched to continue sewing after embroidering is finished. Memo • If the embroidery machine is turned off while it is embroidering, the resume operation can be used the next time it is turned on. Disabling the Link function 5 Touch , and then touch and to - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 148
size, c continue pressing until the enlargement ratio is 100%. Combining patterns Various patterns, such as embroidery patterns, frame patterns, built-in alphabet patterns and patterns on embroidery cards, can easily be combined. Touch . a The pattern can be displayed enlarged to a maximum of - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 149
Select an embroidery pattern. b Select the pattern to be added as described on page 124 to 140. SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS 1 1 Red frame indicating the pattern to be - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 150
, patterns can be moved with . The selected pattern group is ungrouped. The displayed patterns are grouped. Moving a pattern Determine where in the embroidery frame the pattern will be embroidered. If multiple patterns are combined, move each pattern to lay out the design. Touch the key for the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 151
To return the pattern to its position before it was moved (center of the embroidery frame), touch . The pattern is flipped horizontally. • Each touch of are touched. • The arrow keys in the embroidering settings screen are used to move the frame to select the embroidering position. • The pattern - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 152
Changing the size of a pattern (Normal resizing mode) The size of the pattern can be increased or decreased to between 90% and 120% of its original size. Touch . a Enlarges only in the horizontal direction. Normal resizing mode Enlarges/reduces without changing the number of stitches. Stitch - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 153
After changing the size of the pattern, check the icons for the embroidery frames that can be used and use only the indicated frames. If a frame other than those indicated are used, the presser foot may hit the embroidery frame and cause injuries. The following screen is displayed. (Refer to page - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 154
on your project, be sure to embroider a trial sample on a piece of scrap fabric that is the same as the fabric used in the project, using the same needle and embroidery thread. • If the pattern is enlarged and there is space between stitches, a better effect can be achieved by increasing the thread - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 155
• After changing the angle of the pattern, check the icons for the embroidery frames that can be used and use only the indicated frames. If a frame other than those indicated are used, the presser foot may hit the embroidery frame and cause injuries. Memo • If in the embroidering settings screen - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 156
Touch the keys to adjust the characters to b the desired spacing. Each touch of a key slightly increases or decreases the character spacing. 4 Use to select where the pattern is to b be separated, and then touch to separate it. For this example, the pattern will be separated between "T" and - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 157
PATTERNS Trimming the threads between characters If the machine is set to trim the threads between the the specified order. You cannot combine the lines of character patterns if the text contains a line feed using the Line Feed function. Touch . a Numbers 1 and 2 are assigned temporarily to the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 158
individual characters, touch the Multi Color key to turn it on, and then specify the color for each character. Touch a so that it changes to . Use to select the character pattern b whose font is to be changed, and then select the desired font. Touch . c • Each touch of the key turns the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 159
of the pattern, the same pattern can be viewed in various ways. If your thread colors are registered in a color thread table and if you used the table for changing color, the thread spools can be assigned with the thread colors that you have. And the pattern displayed in the screen - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 160
before this screen appeared. 1 Scroll bar The selected thread color is surrounded with a blue frame. • To combine the same thread color when it is used more than once, select the thread color, and then touch . The key changes to , and all thread colors in the thread color sequence display that - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 161
With the Color Shuffling function, the machine suggests new color schemes for the embroidery pattern that you have selected. After you custom thread table, the color shuffling function cannot be used with thread table (300 colors). In that case, use the thread table (64 colors) instead or create - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 162
you can create your embroidery pattern with your own thread colors. 1 2 3 Memo • Selection for the desired number of colors must stay within the range for the number of thread changes for the pattern you selected. • When using this function the PES data pattern recalled on the machine, and the "PES - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 163
/SAVING PATTERNS 3 1 2 1 Select the thread colors from the palette. 2 The selected thread colors appear in the list. 3 Push pins appear on the colors used in the color scheme. Touch the pinned color twice, to unpin the unwanted color. The change thread color screen appears again. With "Gradient - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 164
Embroidering settings screen The embroidery color order is rearranged and sorted by thread colors. Touch to cancel the color sorting and embroider with the embroidery color order. Note • This function does not work on overlapping designs. Designing repeated patterns Using the border function, you - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 165
and deleting horizontal keys 4 Repeating and deleting vertical keys 5 Spacing keys The pattern direction indicator will change depending on the direction selected. Use to repeat the pattern on left and c to repeat the pattern at the right. • To delete the left pattern, touch . • To delete - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 166
the repeated a pattern will be cut. • Touch • Touch to cut horizontally. to cut vertically. The repeated pattern will be divided into separate elements. Touch . d Use and e repeat. to select the element to The pattern direction indicator will change depending on the direction selected - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 167
arrow will be sewn using the final thread. When sewing a series of patterns, use the point of this mark setting. Memo • When there are two or more elements, use and or and to select a pattern that you want to assign the repeated pattern, rehoop the embroidery frame and keep sewing for the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 168
Refer to "Assigning thread marks" on page 165. Attach the embroidery frame to the f machine, and then touch in the embroidering settings screen. Touch , Position" on page 89. If the pattern position cannot be aligned j using the positioning keys, rehoop the fabric, and then try again to align - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 169
Thread Table Clear/Restore Program and instructions. Before creating a custom thread table, select a pattern and display the pattern editing screen. (Refer to page 40 and 66.) Touch and then touch . a 1 Custom thread table Use c to select one of the thread 5 brands in the machine. 167 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 170
touch the next square directly to set the next color after each selection. Machine will not advance to the next square automatically. Touch g screen. to previous step a on page 167. a Touch b to display the thread list. Use c to select a thread color. 1 1 Selected thread color The selected - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 171
next square directly to set the next color after each selection. Machine will not advance to the next square automatically. Touch f screen. Use and table. to scroll through the custom thread • Touch to return to the original color. • You can choose colors from the custom thread (300 embroidery - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 172
data can only be saved to USB media. You cannot save the data in the machine's memory or in the computer. • Custom thread table data is saved as ".pcp into the USB port on a the right side of the machine. For details on connecting USB media, refer to "Using USB media" on page 75. The "Saving..." - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 173
Duplicating a pattern Touch . a SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS Deleting a pattern Touch . a The duplicate appears, overlapping the original pattern as well as offset downward and to the right. The screen shown below appears. Touch . b 1 1 Duplicated pattern 5 The pattern is - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 174
can be edited as a single pattern. In addition, the arrow keys can be used to move the pattern in the pattern editing screen or move the embroidery frame in the embroidering settings screen. Touching these keys moves the embroidery frame. Touch the keys to adjust the pattern to the b desired angle - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 175
. b The pattern editing screen appears. Touch . e 5 The pattern type selection screen appears again. Touch . f Select . c This pattern will be positioned at the center of the embroidery area. 173 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 176
input screen, and then touch "o", "o", then "d". Touch k to align the text to the left. The selected letters appear at the center of the embroidery area. • To change the size of the pattern, select "o", and then touch to select the desired size. • To change the text arrangement, touch , and - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 177
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS Check the balance of the entire pattern, n and, if you wish to edit the pattern, touch and to select the pattern to be edited. Touch . p If a USB mouse is connected, the pattern can be selected by clicking it. Move the mouse to position the pointer over the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 178
Memo • Touch to group this combined pattern. (Refer to "Grouping multiple selected patterns" on page 148.) After finishing all editing, touch and s then . The embroidering settings screen appears. • To return to the pattern editing screen and continue editing the pattern, touch . 176 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 179
FEATURE This chapter contains descriptions on the use of the settings key and the machine operations guide key, introduced on page 36. Details on changing the basic embroidery machine settings and viewing operations on the LCD will be provided. Using the Settings Key ■ Page 2 Touch (settings - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 180
page 120.) C Select settings for the "Eco Mode" and "Shutoff Support Mode". (Refer to page 185.) D Screen Saver Select the length of "OFF", the initial pattern type selection screen appears when the machine is turned on. When the embroidery machine is purchased, "ON" is selected. F LED Pointer The - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 181
off. (Refer to page 142) J Manual Color Sequence Set the "Manual Color Sequence" on or off. (Refer embroidery machine. S Version Shows the version of the software installed on this embroidery machine. (Refer to page 231.) Note • Check with your local authorized Brother dealer or at " http://s.brother - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 182
display area can be set. The machine automatically detects the type of embroidery frame holder and embroidery frame that are installed and displays them. The guide settings can be specified from page 1 of the settings screen. 2 1 3 4 1 How the guides will appear with the specified settings can - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 183
(optional) 50mm (H) x 50mm (W) (2 inches (H) x 2 inches (W)) ■ Centerpoint marker and grid lines The centerpoint is indicated with a red plus sign (+). When the embroidery machine is purchased, the centerpoint marker and grid lines are not displayed. Touch and to select the type of the a centerpoint - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 184
displays Thread color number (#123) Madeira Poly (Polyester) You can display the name of the thread colors, embroidery thread number or the embroidery time. When the embroidery machine is purchased, the thread color number (#123) is selected. The thread color display setting can be specified from - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 185
color from the 66 settings available. Different background colors can be selected for the pattern display area and pattern thumbnails. When the embroidery machine is purchased, white color is selected. The background color settings can be specified from page 1 of the settings screen. Touch - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 186
point will happen. Deleting short stitches If embroidery data other than our original patterns are used, the stitch length may be too short, possibly resulting in the thread or the needle breaking. In order to prevent this problem from occurring, the machine can be set to delete stitches with - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 187
a standard tail or long tail. When the embroidery machine is purchased, "Standard Tail" is selected. machine power by setting the eco mode or the shutoff support mode. If you leave the machine without using for a specified period of time, the machine enters in one of these modes. "Eco Mode"; Machine - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 188
(0) and "60" minutes can be set in 1-minute increments. When the embroidery machine is purchased, "5 Touch b . min" is selected. The screen saver • Images saved on an SD card cannot be selected for the screen saver. Use images from the computer or USB media. • Folders are recognized. Open the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 189
AND HELP FEATURE Select the device that is connected. e Using the Machine Operations Guide Key This machine contains information based on the contents of the Operation Manual, such as basic machine operations. Touch (machine operations guide key), and then select either to view the operation - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 190
Troubleshooting Basic guide for problems solving. Touch . b Maintenance Instruction for maintaining your machine. Touch . c Example: To learn how to thread the upper thread Touch . a The list of basic operations appears. Touch . d The machine operations guide screen appears. The - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 191
a tutorial video Play the tutorial video. d This machine provides tutorial videos on how to use the machine. Together with the help guides, 1 which offer descriptions through text and illustrations, the tutorial videos assist with machine operation. Press . a Press . b Press the title of - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 192
saved. c * To return to the previous screen, touch . Play the video. e * Use the operation keys as described in "Playing a tutorial video" on page 189. Note • Up to about 1 GB of MP4 videos can be saved on the machine. When the maximum capacity has been reached, delete unnecessary videos. After - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 193
problem occurs. Appliqué Sewing This section describes the procedure for sewing appliqués. Sewing appliqué patterns Some of the built-in embroidery patterns can be used out is sewn, and then the machine stops. Remove the appliqué fabric from the c embroidery frame, and then carefully cut along - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 194
• Depending on the pattern, an "APPLIQUE" pattern may not be available. In this case, sew the appliqué using thread in the color of a part of the embroidery. Finish sewing the embroidery. g Select a frame pattern sewn with straight a stitches to embroider onto the fabric for the appliqué. Carefully - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 195
with d the same shape to embroider the appliqué attached in step c. APPENDIX Using a frame pattern to create appliqués (2) There is another way of sewing With this method, there is no need to change the fabric in the embroidery frame. The appliqué can be created by sewing two frame patterns of - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 196
Embroider over the appliqué fabric using c the same frame pattern. Attach the embroidery frame removed in f step d, and then finish embroidering the appliqué. • Be sure to stop the machine before the cross at the center is sewn. Remove the embroidery frame from the d machine, and then cut off the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 197
details on creating large-size embroidery patterns and for more detailed sewing instructions, refer to the operation manual included with PEDESIGN Ver.7 Connect to the machine the media a containing the created large-size embroidery pattern, and then select the 7 large-size embroidery pattern to - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 198
. f A screen appears so that a section of the large-size embroidery pattern can be selected. Touch to select the next section of the i pattern the stitching of the pattern section will be an alignment stitching. Use this stitching for placement of adjacent pattern section. 196 1 Alignment - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 199
provides descriptions to operations useful in the operation of this machine. Checking the thread tension of built-in patterns We will sew this pattern to check the thread tension. Touch . a The embroidery pattern categories appear. 7 Touch . b The list of embroidery patterns appears. 197 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 200
side h of the fabric, the bobbin thread should be about one third of the stitch width, as a standard. Note • If adjustment is necessary, refer to instructions on page 102, 103. 198 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 201
on the e fabric. 7 The frame moves so that the needle drop point aligns with the beginning of stitching. Remove the embroidery frame from the f machine, and then connect these two points to check the embroidering position. • If the baseline is misaligned or intersects another line, reframe the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 202
embroidery data appears as shown below in the Tajima format (.dst) In order for the parts of the pattern to be differentiated when Tajima data is used with this machine is recommended to try the Manual color sequence if you use Tajima data very often. Using the Manual color sequence, you can directly - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 203
to create beautiful embroidery are described below. Threads Embroidery thread can be costly, therefore caring is actually used on the embroidery machine. It is important that embroidery threads be stored storage conditions are good, there may be "spot problems" where a thread is exposed to a heat - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 204
pile that can actually penetrate embroidery stitches as your machine sews. The result is an unfinished and often sloppy appearance when fibers of the fabric poke out between the finished stitches of an embroidery design. In these situations, watersoluble stabilizer is used as a topping to hold the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 205
statement holds true even in the embroidery industry. The wrong size or type of embroidery frame may result in poor design alignment during sewing or damage the product altogether. You can take a perfectly created design and ruin the final results by simply not using the correct frame size, type or - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 206
caught in the terry loops. If garment slips in frame, causing alignment problems, wrap inner frame with masking tape or fabric bias tape. This provides High-density or highly detailed designs may require more backing. If so, use two pieces of lightweight backing instead of one piece of heavy backing. - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 207
a level, stable surface. • Only use the bobbins supplied with this bobbin winder. 2 Bobbin winder shaft 3 Hole for thread guide 4 Hole for spool pin 5 DC input connector Brother dealer. Memo • The part code of the bobbin winder set may differ depending on the country/area where the machine - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 208
AC adapter, be sure that the unit is not operating. • After using the bobbin winder, disconnect it from the electrical outlet. 1 Pins on thread guide 2 Notches on hole for thread guide 3 Hole for thread guide • Firmly insert the thread guide as far as possible and make sure that it is secure. 206 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 209
Use cotton or spun polyester bobbin thread (from 74 dtex/2 to 100 dtex/2). APPENDIX Pass the thread through the hole in the left c of the thread guide shaft, and set the bobbin on the shaft. 1 Hole in the thread guide Pass the thread around the tension disc as d shown in the illustration. Make - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 210
Pass the thread through the hole in the right e of the thread guide toward the back of the machine. Slide the bobbin holder, until it clicks into h place. 1 Hole in the thread guide Wind the thread clockwise around the f bobbin 4 or 5 times, as shown in the illustration. 1 Bobbin holder Press the - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 211
resulting in damage to the bobbin winder. Pull the thread through the guide slit in the l bobbin winder seat to cut the thread with adjust the tension if necessary. For a metal bobbin, use both weights, large (L) and small (S). For detailed instructions on how to adjust the bobbin tension, refer to - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 212
Periodically remove lint and dust for better performance from Hook race area. Use the included cleaning brush. Turn off the embroidery machine. a CAUTION • If the hook is scratched or damaged, consult your authorized Brother dealer. After cleaning is finished, insert the bobbin d case into the hook - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 213
be damaged. Make sure to clean around the needle plate once a month. Use on offset screwdriver and the included cleaning brush. Turn off the embroidery machine. a CAUTION • Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur. Remove the needle - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 214
cover. Slide the paper under the tension-adjusting b spring to remove any dust. Use a corner of the paper to remove any dust from around the hole. 1 . Therefore, it should be cleaned each time when the bobbin is changed. Use a piece of paper with the thickness of a business card. Open the hook - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 215
upper threads If dust or lint has accumulated in the thread guides or tension unit in the paths of the upper threads, the thread may break while embroidery is being sewn. Periodically clean the thread paths. ■ Cleaning the thread guides Use the included cleaning brush to remove a any lint and dust - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 216
4 has one more part than the other tension units. Oiling the machine In order to extend the life of the embroidery machine's parts and keep the machine operating correctly, be sure to oil the machine before the first time that it is used. If too little oil was applied to the race, an error message - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 217
on the lower needle bar above the felt washer every 40 - 50 hours of sewing time. • Apply only sewing machine oil. Use of any other type of oil may result in damage to the 7 embroidery machine. • Do not apply too much oil. Fabric or thread may get contaminated. If too much oil is applied - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 218
will help to ensure you receive continued, uninterrupted hours of machine operation for the future. This embroidery machine is equipped with an easy-to-use troubleshooting feature for problems during sewing. Touch the key that shows the problem, and then check for the causes that are displayed - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 219
service. If the suggested remedy does not correct the problem, contact your authorized Brother dealer. If the reference page is "*", consult your nearest authorized Brother dealer. The Operation Guide and the Video screen appear. Symptom Probable Cause/Remedy Page The embroidery machine - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 220
guide. embroidery data. The thread is not cut automatically. Lint or dust has accumulated around the needle plate (moving knife, fixed knife or thread retaining plate). p.211 • Remove any lint or dust around the needle plate. A bobbin case designed specifically for this machine is not used - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 221
positioned. * The needle hits/touches the presser foot. The area around the embroidery foot hole is damaged. * 1 Scratches/Burrs • Replace the presser foot. Using a specialty thread like a metallic thread. • Slow down the machine sewing speed. p.116 p.50 • Pull the upper thread by hand from - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 222
designed specifically for this machine is not used. • Use the correct bobbin. Lint embroidery frame. The embroidery frame is too large for the size of the embroidery. • Use an embroidery frame that is close to the size of the embroidery. The thumbscrews on the embroidery frame holder are loose. • Use - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 223
. • Touch the key to move the desired needle bar to be threaded into embroidering position. Recommended needles are not used on this machine. • Replace and use recommended needle. The needle is not installed correctly. • Correctly install the needle. The hook on the automatic needle-threading - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 224
error occurs after the machine is cleaned and rethreaded, the sensor may be damaged. Consult your nearest authorized Brother dealer. The thread Adjust the tension according to the type of fabric and thread being used. Polyester thread will stretch during sewing especially if the tensions are - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 225
to page 142) The installed embroidery frame is too small. Check which embroidery frames can be used, and then install a larger embroidery frame. (Refer to page 42.) The upper thread broke, the thread came out of the thread tension disc or a thread guide, or the machine is not threaded correctly - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 226
the memory is full. Delete some patterns. The memory capacity of the USB media has been exceeded. There is too much data in either the machine or the USB media. 224 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 227
embroidery in the embroidering screen will be canceled. The selected pattern is going to be deleted because was touched. The image is going to be deleted. The machine before using the thread trimming function. Thread guide assembly support is not prepared. Prepare the thread guide assembly. - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 228
machine was unlocked. Touch to use the thread trimming function. The machine needs maintenance. (Refer to page 216.) The machine is retrieving a previously saved pattern. The machine is too large to fit in the extra-large embroidery frame. Change the character pattern combination. The motor - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 229
tried to use an editing function while the pattern is not completely within the red outline. Move the pattern so the red outline is completely within the embroidery area. An unusable embroidery card is inserted. Remove the embroidery card. The file format is incompatible with this machine. Check - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 230
Dust may have accumulated within the moving cutter. Clean the moving cutter. (Refer to page 211.) An error has occurred with the USB media. You tried to recall or save a pattern while no USB media is loaded. Load USB media. 228 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 231
If any of the following messages appear, consult your nearest authorized Brother dealer. APPENDIX 7 229 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 232
the touch panel as described below. Touch anywhere inside the touch panel, a and turn the machine off, then on again. Use the included touch pen to touch the b center of the numbered crosses on the screen, , contact your nearest authorized Brother dealer. Turn the machine off, and on again. d 230 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 233
Embroidery machine specifications Item Specification Weight 38 kg (84 lb) Machine Thread tension Manual Cap sewing machine. When an upgrade program is available on " http://s.brother/cpbac ", please download the files following the instructions on the website and steps below. You can use - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 234
Insert the USB media into the USB port on c the machine. The media device should only contain the upgrade file. 1 USB ports 2 USB media Note • The access When the download is performed successfully, following message will appear. Remove the USB media, and turn the e machine off and on again. 232 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 235
basting distance 177 character spacing 153 colors of the pattern 157 display guides 180 embroidering position 89 font 156 language 179 size 150 151, 211 bobbin case 212 hook 210 LCD 210 machine surface 210 maintenance message 216 oiling machine 214 thread paths 213 Clock set 36, 37 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 236
Lock stitching key 69, 112 Locking mechanism 57 Locking the needle bar 90 Lower thread guide 17 M Machine operations guide key 187 Main power switch 18 35, 61 Maintenance 188 210 Manual color sequence 108 Manual needle bar settings 120 Maximum sewing speed key 72, 116 Memory key 135, 136 - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 237
a mark on the fabric 199 Sewing light 17, 178 Sewing order 71 Sewing speed 116 Sewing the embroidery 57 Sewing time 71 Short stitch delete 177, 184 Shutoff support mode 185 Silk 204 Six-needle machine 7 Size 65 66, 68 Size key 65 67, 150 Spacing key 67, 153 Speaker 18 speaker volume - Brother International PR670E | Operation Manual - Page 238
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Please visit us at http://s.brother/cpbac where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs). English 884-T20 Printed in Taiwan XG8257-1011
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Product Code: 884-T20
Operation Manual
Embroidery Machine
Be sure to read this document before using the machine.
We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference.