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- Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 1
- Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 2
, not the cord. 10. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the machine needle. 11. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual. 16. This sewing machine is not intended for - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 3
FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following. IMPORTANT If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 4
1700 declares that the product Product Name: Model Number: Brother Sewing Machine NV1500D/NV1500 complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to , if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 5
malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the 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. For additional product information and updates, visit our - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 6
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Chapters 1 and 2 describe to the first-time user the initial operations for using this machine and the basic sewing operations. To sew utility stitches Continue with chapter 3 to learn how to select a stitch and sew using the various stitches. Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 7
/Floral Patterns 115 Alphabet Patterns 116 Frame Patterns 117 Embroidery Cards 118 Selecting Patterns from the Machine's Memory/ Computer 118 VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN 119 PREPARING THE FABRIC 120 Attaching Stabilizer to Fabric 120 Hooping Fabric in the Embroidery Frame 121 6 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 8
During Sewing 135 Restarting from the Beginning 136 Adjusting the Thread Tension 136 Automatic Thread Cutting 137 Changing the Embroidering Speed 138 Changing the Thread Color Display 138 USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION 140 Embroidery Data Precautions 140 Saving Embroidery Patterns in the Machine - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 9
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thread around this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread. a Handle When transporting the machine, carry it by this handle. b Handwheel Turn the handwheel toward you to sew one stitch or to raise or lower the needle. c Embroidery card slot Insert the embroidery cards (sold separately) into the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 11
OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Needle and Presser Foot Section Embroidery Unit a Buttonhole lever Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing plate is marked with guides to help sew straight seams. i Needle bar thread guide Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide. j Needle clamp - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 12
speed. Slide the controller to the left to sew at lower speeds. Slide the controller to the right to sew at higher speeds. Beginners should sew at a lower speed until they become familiar with the machine. b c a d a Embroidery foot "U" storage space b Bobbin stand (Place the bobbins on the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 13
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 75/11 2 needles 90/14 2 needles 90/14 2 needles: Ball point needle (gold colored) 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 12 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 14
Alternate bobbin case 37 (pink marking) (See page 131) 38 Embroidery bobbin thread 39 Stabilizer material XD0745-051 XC8167-151 SA-EBT SA519 EBT-CEN: X81164-001 BM3:X81175-101 40 Operation Manual XD0550-051 41 Quick Reference Guide XD0556-051 42 Hard case XC9640-051 Memo (For U.S.A. only - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 15
OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Options 1 2 3 4 5 6 Note • Embroidery cards purchased in foreign countries may not work with your machine. • Visit your authorized dealer for complete listing of optional accessories available for your machine. 7 8 9 10 11 Part Code No. Part Name - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 16
ON/OFF 16 LCD SCREEN 17 ■ Display Precautions...17 ■ Key Functions ...18 Using the Machine Setting Mode Key 20 Using the Machine Operation Mode Key 22 ■ Contents of Each Category 22 Using the Pattern Explanation Key 23 LOWER/UPPER THREADING 24 Winding the Bobbin 24 ■ Using the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 17
should be turned to OFF or the plug must be removed from the socket-outlet. • When servicing the machine or when removing covers, either the machine or the electrical set must be unplugged. • For U.S.A. only This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 18
may result. Getting Ready • All or part of the display may sometimes become darker or ). • The display may be dark immediately after the machine is turned on. This is a normal characteristic of foot code Attach the indicated presser foot before sewing. c Shows the number for the selected stitch - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 19
screen, and change other machine settings. Machine operation mode key Press keys and operation buttons so that parts can safely be changed. Press this Embroidery key Press this key to sew embroidery. 114 7 Embroidery edit key Press this key to combine embroidery patterns. By editing embroidery - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 20
50 key sewing application and when you need instructions on how to sew the selected sewing and twin needle sewing. • If this key appears as , it cannot be used. p Reset key Press this key to return the selected stitch pattern's saved settings to the original 49 settings. q Manual memory - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 21
"1-03 Straight stitch (Middle)" is the utility stitch that is automatically selected when the machine is turned on. a Select from among 5 embroidery frame displays (see page 125). b Select whether the thread color name, thread color number or sewing time appears for the thread color display in the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 22
], [Spanish], [Japanese], [Danish], [Norwegian], [Finnish], [Swedish], [Portuguese], [Russian] a Display the service count of embroidery stitches. The service count is a reminder to take your machine in for regular servicing (Contact your authorized dealer for details.) b Shows the version of the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 23
Manual are stored in this machine. Press to open the screen shown below. Six categories are displayed at the top of the screen. Press a key to see more information about that category. ■ Contents of Each Category Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions Sewing Basics Troubleshooting - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 24
the screen. the selected stitch. Example: Displaying information on the use for c Press (upper threading). . Getting Ready a Select , and then press . → The instructions for threading the machine appear. d Press to view the next page. → Uses for appear. b When you are finished with the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 25
other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use only the included bobbin or bobbins of the same type (part code: X52800-150). 11.5 mm (approx. 7/16 inch) Actual size This model Other models ■ Using the Supplemental Spool Pin While sewing embroidery, the bobbin can conveniently - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 26
of the thread with your left hand, and then pass the thread through the thread guide. i Slide the bobbin holder to the left until it snaps into place. * it may become loose, resulting in damage to the machine. CAUTION • Setting the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to loosen, - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 27
Spool Pin The main spool pin cannot be used to wind the bobbin while sewing. For details, see "Using the Supplemental Spool Pin" on page 24. 2 through the lower notch in the thread guide plate, then through the upper notch. 6 54 9 b a o l 1 a Turn on the machine. b Open the top cover. c - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 28
with your right hand, and then, while slightly pulling the thread with your left hand, guide it through This section describes how to set a bobbin wound with the groove. thread into the machine. You can begin sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. If you wish to pull up the bobbin thread - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 29
LOWER/UPPER THREADING b Guide the bobbin thread through the groove, following the arrow in the illustration. Note • Do not cut the thread with the cutter. • Do not attach the bobbin cover. Upper Threading This section describes how to thread the machine and the needle. The machine is marked with - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 30
, hold the end of the thread with your left hand, and then guide the thread through the groove, following the arrows in the illustration. 1 the needle with the needle threader lever without raising it, damage to the machine may result. d Pivot the spool pin so that it angles upward, and - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 31
home sewing machine needles 75/11 through 100/16. For details on appropriate needle and thread combinations, see "Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations" on page 36. • If automatic needle threading could not be completed correctly, repeat the procedure, starting with the needle bar thread guide (marked - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 32
through the needle bar thread guide, and then thread the needle on the left side. Using the twin needle, you can sew two parallel lines of this manual for patterns that can be used with the twin needle. a Needle bar thread guide CAUTION • Use only twin needles made for this machine (part code - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 33
the setting for twin needle sewing. * The stitch width becomes narrower than with single needle sewing. a a a Single needle guide Note The needle threader cannot be used. Manually pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front. If the needle threader is used, damage to the machine - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 34
foot is used, the needle may strike the presser foot and bend or break, and may cause injury. • Only use presser feet made for this machine. Using other presser feet may lead to accident or injury. Removing the Presser Foot c Raise the presser foot lever. a Press the "Needle Position" button to - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 35
panel before changing the needle. If is not pressed and the "Start/ Stop" button or another operation button is pressed accidentally, the machine will start and injury may result. • Use only sewing machine needles made for home use. Other needles may bend or break and may cause injury. • Never - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 36
clamp screw with a screwdriver. If the needle is not completely inserted or the needle clamp screw is loose, the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. e Press screen. , or press in the → All keys and operation buttons are unlocked, and the previous screen is displayed. CHANGING THE - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 37
CHANGING THE NEEDLE ■ About the Needle The sewing machine needle is probably the most important part of the sewing machine. Choosing the proper needle for your sewing project will result in a beautiful finish and fewer problems. Below are some things to keep in mind about needles. • The smaller the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 38
Heavyweight Fabric 41 ■ If the Fabric Does Not Fit Under the Presser Foot 41 ■ If the Fabric Does Not Feed 41 Sewing Lightweight Fabric 41 ADJUSTING STITCH SETTINGS 42 Adjusting the Stitch Width 42 Adjusting the Stitch Length 42 Adjusting the Thread Tension 43 ■ Correct Thread Tension - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 39
CAUTION • To avoid injury, pay special attention to the needle while the machine is in operation. Keep your hands away from moving parts while the machine is in operation. • Do not stretch or pull the fabric during sewing. Doing so may lead to injury. • Do not use bent or broken needles. Doing - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 40
/Stop" button is pressed, a few stitches can be sewn. Memo The speed set using the sewing speed controller is the foot controller's maximum sewing speed. c Release the foot controller to stop the machine. Memo (For U.S.A. only) Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be used with model - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 41
direction. In addition, this machine can be set to sew reinforcement stitches (or reverse stitches) automatically. For details, see "Automatic Reinforcement Stitching" on page 43. Sewing Curves Sew slowly while keeping the seam parallel with the fabric edge as you guide the fabric around the curve - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 42
than 6 mm (approx. 1/4 inch) thick through the sewing machine. This may cause the needle to break and cause injury. Sewing Lightweight Fabric Iron the fabric with starch or place thin paper or tear away embroidery stabilizer under thin fabrics to make sewing easier. Gently tear off the paper or the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 43
the end of this manual). • If a stitch setting is changed, but not saved, the stitch setting returns to its default when the machine is turned off or stitch coarser or finer. Memo If the foot controller is connected, the sewing speed controller can be used to adjust the zigzag width (see page 64 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 44
to its default. Automatic Reinforcement Stitching After selecting a stitch pattern, turn on the automatic reinforcement stitching setting before sewing, and the machine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches (or reverse stitches, depending on the stitch pattern) at the beginning and end of - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 45
thread cutting setting is selected before sewing, the machine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches (or reverse stitches, depending embroidery patterns. a Select a stitch pattern. a a Reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) Memo If you press the "Start/Stop" button to pause sewing - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 46
be changed. This prevents screen settings from accidentally being changed or the machine from being stopped while large pieces of fabric or other projects are being sewn. The screen can be locked while sewing utility stitches and character/ decorative stitches. a Select a stitch pattern. b If - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 47
USEFUL FUNCTIONS 46 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 48
Blind Hem Stitches 66 ■ If the Needle Does Not Catch the Fold 67 ■ If the Needle Catches Too Much of the Fold ........ 67 Appliqués 67 ■ Sewing Sharp Curves 68 Shell Tuck Stitching 68 Scalloping 68 Top Stitching 69 Smocking 69 Fagoting 70 Tape or Elastic Attaching 71 Heirloom Stitching 72 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 49
SELECTING A UTILITY STITCH SELECTING A UTILITY STITCH ■ Stitch Selection Screens Press to display the previous or next page. Straight/Overcasting/Quilting Stitches Decorative Stitches Heirloom Stitches Buttonholes/Bar tacks Multi-Directional Sewing 48 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 50
then select a stitch pattern. This machine is preset with the default settings for the "STITCH SETTING CHART" at the end of this manual. ■ Using the Mirror Image Key Press so that it appears as after a stitch (buttonholes, multi-directional sewing patterns, etc.) is selected, a mirror image of - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 51
displayed even if the machine was turned off. If instructions to sew part of the screen displays a selection of overcasting stitches with explanations. c Read the descriptions, and then select the appropriate stitch. * Press or to scroll the page. → The screen displays directions for sewing - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 52
"J". Stitch Key Stitch Name Presser Foot Applications Stitch width [mm (inch.)] Auto. Manual Stitch length [mm (inch.)] Auto. Manual Twin needle Straight stitch (Left) General sewing, gather, pintuck, etc. Reverse stitch is sewn while 0.0 0.0 - 7.0 2.5 0.2 - 5.0 OK pressing "Reverse - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 53
. g Press the "Thread Cutter" button to trim the threads. * If the automatic thread cutting setting is selected before sewing, the machine will automatically sew reverse stitches (or reinforcement stitches) at the beginning of stitching. When the "Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitch" button is pressed - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 54
mm (approx. 3/16 and 1-3/16 inches). a a Between 5 mm (approx. 3/16 inch) and 30 mm (approx. 1-3/16 inches) c Sew while lightly guiding the fabric. d Insert the ends of the thread into the dart with a sewing needle. e Iron the dart to one side. Memo This is easy to do if the foot controller is - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 55
to 2.0. c Pull out 50 mm (approx. 1-15/16 inches) of both the upper and bobbin threads (see "Pulling Up the Bobbin Thread" on page 27). a g Sew along the seam line, and then remove the basting stitch. Flat Fell Seams Use flat fell seams to reinforce seams and finish edges neatly. a Press - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 56
shorter one (cut seam allowance) and iron them flat. a SEWING THE STITCHES Pintucks Use pin tucks to decorate blouses. a Mark side of fabric a e Fold the longer seam allowance around the shorter one, and then sew along the edge of the fold. a Wrong side of fabric a b Turn the fabric - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 57
stitch is sewn while pressing "Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitch" button. Start from right needle position, zigzag sew at left. Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 3.5 (1/8) 0.0 - 7.0 (0 - 1/4) 3.5 (1/8) 0.0 - 7.0 (0 - 1/4) 3.5 2.5 - 5.0 (1/8) (3/32 - 3/16) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 58
Sewing Curves Shorten the stitch length setting to obtain a fine stitch. Sew slowly, keeping the seams parallel with the fabric edge as you guide elastic zigzag Presser Foot Applications Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Overcasting (medium weight and stretch fabrics), tape and elastic 5.0 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 59
Sew fabrics Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 3.5 2.5 - 5.0 (1/8) (3/32 - 3/16) Stitch Length* [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 2.0 1.0 - 4.0 (1/16) (1/16 injury. G a b Lower the presser foot so that the presser foot guide is flush against the edge of the fabric. a The needle should not touch - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 60
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Overcasting Using Presser Foot "J" Stitch Key Stitch Name Overcasting stitch Presser Foot Applications Reinforced seaming of stretch fabric Stitch width [mm (inch.)] Auto. Manual 5.0 (3/16) 0.0 - 7.0 (0 - 9/32) Stitch length [mm (inch.)] Auto. Manual 2.5 0.5 - 4.0 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 61
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Overcasting Using the Side Cutter By using the side cutter, you cause the needle to hit the presser foot and break, possibly causing injury. Memo Thread the needle manually when using the side cutter, or only attach the side cutter after threading the needle using the needle - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 62
guide plate and the left side of the cut is underneath the presser foot. a b a Guide plate (lower knife) b Presser foot g Thread the needle manually out underneath the presser foot guide plate. Set the fabric as explained in step f from the previous section, and then start sewing. • One layer of - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 63
SEWING THE STITCHES Quilting You can make beautiful quilts quickly and easily with this machine. When Piecework/patchwork Stitch width [mm (inch.)] Auto. Manual 5.5 (7/32) 0.0 - 7.0 (0 - 1/4) - - Stitch length [mm (inch.)] Auto. Manual Twin needle possibi lity 2.0 0.2 - 5.0 (1/16 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 64
reverse feeding. • Always check to be sure that your quilting surface is securely basted before beginning to sew. Specialized machine quilt needles and threads are also available for machine quilting. 3 Utility Stitches c Set the operation lever of the walking foot so that the needle clamp screw - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 65
) is best for satin stitches, although this range varies depending on the type of fabric and thickness of thread used. f Press . g While sewing, slide the sewing speed controller to adjust the stitch width. Memo • Slide the controller to the left to make the width narrower. Slide the controller - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 66
a consistent speed. e Lower the feed dog position switch, located at the rear of the base of the machine, to . a Memo In order to sew a balanced stitch, it may be necessary to lower the upper thread tension (see page 43) or to loosen the presser foot pressure on the setting - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 67
inch)] Auto Manual 00 3← − →3 Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 2.0 1.0 guide is flush against the fold of the fabric. b Place the fabric wrong side up, and then fold and baste the fabric as shown. a b c a 5 mm b Wrong side of fabric c Basting a b a Presser foot guide b Fold e Sew - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 68
finish. If either of these occur, follow the instructions below to correct the problem. Memo Utility Stitches ■ If the Needle Does Not to the "STITCH SETTING CHART" at the end of this manual. c Attach presser foot "J", and then sew along the edge of the appliqué, making sure that the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 69
, refer to the "STITCH SETTING CHART" at the end of this manual. b Increase the thread tension for an attractive scalloped finish to the shell the automatic thread cutting setting is selected before sewing, the machine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches at the beginning of stitching. - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 70
a a Surface of fabric 3 Utility Stitches c Trim along the seam, making sure not to cut the stitches. Smocking The decorative stitching created by sewing or embroidering over gathers is called smocking. It is used to decorate the front of blouses or cuffs. a Select a straight stitch, and then - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 71
onto thin paper. a b f Press or . Memo For details on the stitch patterns, refer to the "STITCH SETTING CHART" at the end of this manual. g Sew between the straight stitches. c a 4 mm b Thin paper c Basting b Press or , and then set the stitch width to the maximum (7.0 mm). J h Pull out the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 72
SEWING THE STITCHES Tape or Elastic Attaching f Press or . Elastic tape is sewn onto the fabric unstretched. Note a Select a straight stitch, and then attach presser foot "J". For details on the stitch patterns, refer to the "STITCH SETTING CHART" at the end of this manual. Note Make sure - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 73
the "Automatic Threading" button may result in damage to the machine. • A more attractive finish can be obtained if you use a "130/705H Wing" needle when sewing these patterns. If using a wing needle and the stitch width has been set manually, check that the needle will not touch the presser foot - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 74
Utility Stitches Memo For details on the stitch patterns, refer to the "STITCH SETTING CHART" at the end of this manual. c With the surface of the fabric facing up, sew along the right edge of the open area. N a b c a Pulled out thread b Pulled out area c Approximately 4 mm (approx. 3/16 inch - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 75
SEWING THE STITCHES Buttonhole Stitches Select the desired buttonhole stitch according to Foot Applications Buttonhole on light to medium weight fabrics Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 5.0 3.0 - 5.0 0.4 0.2 - 1.0 (3/16) (1/8 - 3/16) (1/64) - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 76
28 mm (approx. 11/6 inches) (diameter + thickness of the button). SEWING THE STITCHES d Hold the outside frame of the buttonhole foot toward the back as far as possible, making sure that there is no gap behind the part of the foot marked "A", as shown in the illustration. If the buttonhole foot - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 77
Gently hold the end of the upper thread, and then start sewing. * Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. * If the automatic thread cutting setting is selected before sewing, the machine will automatically cut the thread at the end of stitching - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 78
of the presser foot, and then temporarily tie them. * Use #5 embroidery thread or lace yarn for the gimp thread. ■ Buttons That Do mm (approx. 3/8 inch) b Diameter: 15 mm (approx. 9/16 inch) c When sewing is finished, gently pull the gimp thread to remove any slack, and then use a handsewing - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 79
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Darning Use darning stitches for mending and other applications. Stitch Key Stitch Name Darning Darning Presser Foot Applications Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Darning of medium weight fabric 7.0 (1/4) Manual Auto Manual behind the part of - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 80
sewing. * Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. * If the automatic thread cutting setting is selected before sewing, the machine etc. Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 2.0 1.0 - 3.0 0.4 0.3 - 1.0 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 81
sewing. * Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. * If the automatic thread cutting setting is selected before sewing, the machine as possible, making sure that there is no gap behind the part of the foot marked "A", as shown in the illustration. - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 82
the feed dog position switch to lower the feed dogs. to * Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. * If the automatic thread cutting setting is selected before sewing, the machine will automatically cut the thread at the end of stitching. Note - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 83
, etc. Stitch width [mm (inch.)] Auto. Manual Stitch length [mm (inch.)] Auto. Manual Twin needle 7.0 7.0 6.0 5.0 7.0 7.0 6.0 sewing. * Reinforcement stitches are automatically sewn at the end of the stitching. * If the automatic thread cutting setting is selected before sewing, the machine - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 84
CHART" at the end of this manual. Pass the free arm through the tubular piece of fabric, and then sew in the order shown in the illustration arm sewing. a Starting point of stitching e Press , and then sew seam 2. * The fabric will move sideways, so guide the fabric with your hands to sew straight - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 85
STITCHES g Press , and then sew seam 4. * The fabric will move sideways, so guide the fabric with your hands to sew straight. c Press open the seam " at the end of this manual. b Attach presser foot "J", sew straight stitches up to the zipper opening, and then sew basting stitches to the top of - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 86
to a point about 50 mm (approx. 2 inches) from the edge of the fabric, then stop the machine. g Pull down the zipper slider, then continue sewing to the edge of the fabric. a Basting b End of zipper opening c Reverse stitching d Wrong side of fabric c Press the seam allowance open and align - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 87
point j Set the fabric so that the left edge of the presser foot touches the edge of the zipper teeth. k Sew reverse stitches at the top of the zipper, then continue sewing. l Stop sewing about 50 mm (approx. 2 inches) from the edge of the fabric, leave the needle in the fabric, and remove - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 88
Stitch Patterns 89 Alphabet Patterns...89 SEWING STITCH PATTERNS 91 Sewing Attractive Finishes...91 Basic Sewing ...91 Adjusting Patterns ...92 Data 103 ■ Trademarks...103 Saving Stitch Patterns in the Machine's Memory 103 ■ If the Memory Is Full ...104 Saving Stitch Patterns to the Computer - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 89
font) h Alphabet patterns (handwriting font) i Alphabet patterns (outline style) j Patterns stored in "MY CUSTOM STITCH™" (see page 173) k Patterns saved in the machine's memory (see page 106) l Patterns saved on the computer (see page 107) m Press this key to create your own stitches with the "MY - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 90
then select the new stitch pattern. a Press , and then press the key for the category containing the pattern that you want to sew. Character/Decorative Stitches Alphabet Patterns 4 Three alphabet patterns are available in different styles. The procedure for selecting a character is the same - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 91
SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS b Press to display a selection screen of characters, and then select a character. Repeat this step until you have selected all of the characters. b Press . * If a wrong character was selected, press to erase the character, and then select the new character. * To - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 92
the fabric. • While sewing, guide the fabric with your hands so that it will be fed straight. Fabric When sewing on stretch fabrics, lightweight regular, or stretch fabrics: Brother ballpoint needle (golden colored) With heavyweight fabrics: home sewing machine needle 90/14 Presser foot - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 93
the fabric is fed due to the operation of the needle bar separation mechanism which is used in this machine. At such times, a clicking sound different from the sound generated during sewing will be heard. This sound is normal and is not the sign of a malfunction. c Compare the illustration. sewn - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 94
again. If the pattern still is not sewn correctly, adjust it again. Continue making adjustments until the pattern is sewn correctly. Memo You can sew with the setting screen on the display. f After the pattern is sewn correctly, quit making adjustments. Press to return to the previous screen - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 95
key setting before sewing, the machine will automatically machine has default settings. k Delete key If the wrong pattern was accidentally selected, press this key to erase it. If patterns 89, 90 have been combined, each press of this key erases the last pattern in the combination. l Memory - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 96
Changing the Pattern Size After selecting a stitch pattern, press desired size is selected. until the EDITING STITCH PATTERNS Creating a Vertical Mirror Image After selecting a stitch pattern, press pattern vertically. to flip the Memo • Stitch patterns entered after the pattern size was - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 97
Only) After selecting a stitch pattern, press desired stitching density is selected. until the Memo If you press while sewing, the key changes to and the machine will sew one copy of the pattern, then automatically stop. CAUTION • If the stitches bunch when thread density is changed to - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 98
, mirror image stitch patterns, and others. Before Combining Patterns Note • When stitch patterns are combined, the machine is automatically set to sew the pattern once. To repeatedly sew the combined stitch patterns, combine the patterns, and then press . • You cannot change settings (such as - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 99
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS d Press . Combining Stitch Patterns of Different Sizes Example: e Press . a Press . f To repeatedly sew the pattern combination, press so that it appears as . b Press . Memo • Press to erase the last pattern entered. Patterns are erased one at a time. • If - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 100
. so that it a Press COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS . → The second pattern is displayed in the smaller size. b Press . d To repeatedly sew the pattern combination, press so that it appears as . 4 Character/Decorative Stitches → The combination appears as a repeating pattern. Combining Stitch - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 101
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS d To repeatedly sew the pattern combination, press so that it appears as . Combining Stitch Patterns of Different Lengths a Press . → The combination appears as a repeating pattern. Memo • Press to - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 102
to the right by half the width of the stitch pattern. → The second pattern is displayed with a length of 2. d To repeatedly sew the pattern combination, 4 press so that it appears as . Example: Character/Decorative Stitches a Press . → The combination appears as a repeating pattern. 101 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 103
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS b Press , and then press . ■ Examples of Pattern Combinations →→→→ → The next pattern is moved to the right. c Press again, and then press . d Press so that it appears as . →→→ → The combination appears as a repeating pattern. 102 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 104
machine's memory . USB port as standard equipment • See page 106 for information on retrieving a saved • Compatible operating systems: Microsoft Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP stitch pattern. 4 (Windows 98SE requires a driver. Download the a Press . driver from our Web site (www.brother manual - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 105
If this screen appears while you are trying to save a pattern on the machine's memory, the memory is too full to hold the currently selected stitch pattern. To save the stitch pattern in the machine's memory, you have to delete a previously saved stitch pattern. a Press . * Press to return to - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 106
MEMORY FUNCTION a Plug the USB cable connectors into the corresponding USB ports on the computer and on the machine. * The USB cable can be plugged into the USB ports on the computer and machine connect the sewing machine to your instruction manual for the corresponding equipment. b Press . 105 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 107
FUNCTION c Press . → Press to return to the previous screen without saving the stitch pattern. Retrieving Stitch Patterns from the Machine's Memory a Press . → The stitch pattern is temporarily saved to "Removable Disk" under "My Computer". d Select the stitch pattern's .pmu file in - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 108
the stitch pattern. USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION c Move/copy Disk". the pattern data to "Removable Character/Decorative Stitches → Stitch pattern data in "Removable Disk" is written to the machine. → The selected stitch pattern is retrieved and the sewing screen appears. Retrieving Stitch - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 109
is turned off. If you wish to keep the pattern, store it in the machine (see "Saving Stitch Patterns in the Machine's Memory" on page 103). → The selected stitch pattern is retrieved and the sewing screen appears. Note The pattern retrieved from the computer is only temporarily written to the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 110
Cards 118 ■ About Embroidery Cards (Sold Separately 118 Selecting Patterns from the Machine's Memory/Computer.....118 VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN 119 ■ Key Functions 119 PREPARING THE FABRIC 120 Attaching Stabilizer to Fabric 120 Hooping Fabric in the Embroidery Frame 121 ■ Types of Embroidery - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 111
Insert a 75/11 home sewing machine needle.* Attach the embroidery unit. Wind the bobbin with embroidery bobbin thread, and then set the bobbin. Attach stabilizer material to the fabric, and then hoop it in the embroidery frame. Turn on the machine, and then select the embroidery pattern. Attach the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 112
always press in the operation panel. You may accidentally press the "Start/Stop" button and possibly cause injury. • Be sure to use embroidery foot "U" when doing embroidery. Using another presser foot may cause the needle to strike the presser foot, causing the needle to bend or break and possibly - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 113
its storage box/case. a Turn off the machine, flat-bed attachment. and then remove the a Connection port b Embroidery unit connector a b Note • Make sure that there is no gap between the embroidery unit and the sewing machine, otherwise the embroidery pattern may not be sewn correctly. Be - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 114
was not initialized correctly, the initial screen may not appear. This is not a sign of a malfunction. If this occurs, turn the machine off, then on again. Embroidery f The message will disappear after 15 seconds or press to move to the next step. a Note A confirmation message to lower the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 115
different screen is displayed, press . b a e a One-point patterns c d f g b Floral patterns c Alphabet patterns d Frame patterns e Embroidery cards (sold separately) f Patterns saved in the machine's memory g Patterns saved on the computer The screen that appears differs depending on the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 116
One-point Patterns/Floral Patterns a Select a type of embroidery pattern. SELECTING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS d Continue SCREEN" with "VIEWING on page 119. THE SEWING * To select a different embroidery pattern, press . (After a confirmation message to delete the selected pattern appears, the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 117
SELECTING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS Alphabet Patterns a Press . b Select a character style. c Press to display a selection screen of characters, and then characters once they have been combined. d Press * Press pattern. . to view an image of the embroidery 116 → The sewing screen appears. - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 118
.) Frame Patterns a Press . b In the top part of the screen, select a frame shape. In the bottom part of the screen, select a frame pattern. a b a Frame shapes b Frame patterns c Press * Press . to view an image of the embroidery 5 pattern. Embroidery → The sewing screen appears. 117 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 119
facing toward you, fully insert the card into the embroidery card slot on the right side of the machine. c Follow the procedure described in "Onepoint Patterns/Floral Patterns" on page 115 to select a pattern. Selecting Patterns from the Machine's Memory/Computer To retrieve patterns from the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 120
part being sewn (at the top). 5 No. Key Name j Memory key Function Press this key to save the pattern. Page 141 −143 Embroidery k Image key Press this key to display a preview of the embroidery Color Check key Press this key to check the sewing order of the colors. 132 p Forward/Back - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 121
embroidery. Memo With this machine, the height of embroidery foot hooping the fabric in the embroidery frame, be sure that the stabilizer material is clamped in place on all edges in order to prevent wrinkles in the fabric. CAUTION • Always use a stabilizer material for embroidery when sewing - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 122
PREPARING THE FABRIC Hooping Fabric in the Embroidery Frame ■ Types of Embroidery Frames Extra Large Large Medium (Sold Separately) Small (Sold Separately the pattern size. The frame options are displayed in the screen. ab 5 Embroidery a Can be used b Cannot be used CAUTION • If you use a - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 123
frame so that the fabric is not loose. In addition, be sure to work on a level surface when hooping the fabric in the embroidery frame. d Gently stretch the fabric, and then securely tighten the frame adjustment screw so that the fabric remains stretched. a Lift up screw, and and loosen - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 124
in the inner the guide lines on the embroidery sheet with the marks on the fabric. b a PREPARING THE FABRIC ■ Embroidering Small Fabrics When embroidering small pieces of fabric, use temporary spray adhesive to attach the small piece of the fabric to stabilizer, and then hoop the stabilizer in - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 125
holder. b Raise the frame-securing lever. a a Frame-securing lever c Align the embroidery frame guide with the right edge of the embroidery frame holder. a CAUTION • If the frame-securing lever is not lowered, the embroidery pattern may not sew out correctly or the presser foot may strike the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 126
used and use only the indicated frames. If a frame other those indicated is used, the presser foot may strike the embroidery frame, possibly causing injuries. Changing the Embroidery Frame Display a Press . b Press or in the "EMBROIDERY FRAME DISPLAY" on P. 2 of the screen to select how the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 127
rotated in 1 degree increments. The pattern cannot be rotated more than 90 degrees. • With large patterns that extend out of the extra-large embroidery frame when rotated 90 degrees, each press of this button rotates the pattern 180 degrees. c Press . Changing the Pattern Size a Press . 126 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 128
others. • Some patterns or characters can be enlarged to a greater degree if they are rotated 90 degrees. → The key appears as . d Press . e Press . c Press . 5 127 Embroidery - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 129
with each letter in a different color. If "MULTI COLOR" is set, the machine stops after each character is sewn so that the thread can be changed to character is sewn, change the thread color, and then sew the next character. Coarse (stitches farther apart) Standard Fine (stitches closer together) c - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 130
selected position. Memo 5 To view the entire embroidering area, press . The frame moves to indicate the entire embroidering area. Embroidery CAUTION • Make sure the needle is up when the embroidery frame is moving. If the needle is down, it could break and result in injury. c Press . 129 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 131
a Press . b Press in the preview. to select the frame used * Embroidery frame icons that appear in dashed line cannot be selected. * Press to enlarge the preview of the embroidery pattern. Memo • Press the "Start/Stop" button to sew the pattern as it appears in this screen. • Patterns with - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 132
go into sewing beautiful embroidery. Using the appropriate stabilizer (see page 120) and hooping the embroidery may not sew out correctly. Bobbin case Standard bobbin case (green marking on the screw) is in the machine for sewing and embroidery. The bobbin case originally installed in the machine - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 133
are too many thread colors to be displayed, press to scroll through the thread colors. a Thread the color, pass machine with thread for the first the thread through the hole in embroidery foot "U", pull out some thread to give it some slack, and then lightly hold the end of the thread in - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 134
used to attach the appliqué. b c Outline of appliqué d Appliqué fabric → The machine sews the outline of the appliqué, then stops. Memo The embroidering procedure is the same as the basic procedure described in "Sewing Embroidery Patterns" on page 132. a b a Appliqué position b Base fabric → The - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 135
If very little sewing remains, press to sew 10 stitches without rethreading the machine. The machine stops after sewing the 10 stitches threads between pattern parts. Note • Be careful not to apply a strong force to the hooped fabric. • When removing and reattaching the embroidery frame, do not - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 136
before sewing stopped. If the Thread Breaks During Sewing d Press machine. If the bobbin thread broke, follow the instructions in steps a through f from the previous section to reinstall the bobbin. c Press . a The number of stitches that have already been sewn. e Press . 5 Embroidery - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 137
tension to begin sewing again. Memo • If the machine is turned off or a different pattern is selected, the thread tension setting returns to its default. • When a saved pattern is retrieved, the thread tension setting changes to that set when the pattern was saved. → The embroidery frame moves - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 138
the fabric. Right side of fabric a Press . Wrong side of fabric SEWING AN EMBROIDERING PATTERN a Press . b Press in the tension display. * each color when the machine is stopped. To cancel the setting, press , and then press again so that it appears as . 5 Embroidery c Press . ■ - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 139
when embroidering on thin, thick, or heavy fabrics. • The sewing speed can be changed while embroidery is being sewn. • The maximum sewing speed setting does not change until a new setting is selected. The setting specified before the machine is turned off remains selected the next time that the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 140
SEWING AN EMBROIDERING PATTERN Example: Displaying the thread number of "EMBROIDERY" d Press . a Press . b Press or beside screen to select the "#123". on P. 2 of the → The thread color display is changed. → "EMBROIDERY" appears at the bottom. c Press to select the thread brand. 5 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 141
MEMORY FUNCTION Embroidery Data Precautions Observe the following precautions when using embroidery data other than that created and saved in this machine. CAUTION • When using embroidery data other than our original patterns, the thread or needle may break when sewing site (www.brother.com). In - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 142
a few seconds to save a pattern in the machine's memory. • See page 143 for information on retrieving a saved pattern. a With the pattern that you want to save displayed in the sewing screen, press . b Select a pattern to be deleted. 5 Embroidery * Press pocket. to display the pattern saved - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 143
memory used by the pattern is indicated on the pocket.) d Press . * If you decide not to delete the pattern, press . Using the included USB cable, connect the sewing machine to your computer so that embroidery (or USB hub), refer to the instruction manual for the corresponding equipment. 142 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 144
to save displayed in the sewing screen, press . USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Retrieving Patterns from the Machine's Memory a Press . c Press pocket. * If you decide not to retrieve the pattern, press . Embroidery → The pattern is temporarily saved to "Removable Disk" under "My Computer - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 145
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION c Press . → The sewing screen appears. Retrieving Patterns from the Computer a Plug the USB cable connectors into the corresponding USB ports on the computer and on the machine (see page 142). b The "Removable Disk" icon appears Computer" on the computer. in "My - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 146
machine. e Embroidery f a PHC data b PES data c Large-size embroidery pattern data d DST data e Amount of memory currently being used f Total amount of "Removable Disk" memory • For details on large-size embroidery patterns, refer to PE-DESIGN Instruction Manual. With Windows 98SE, check that - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 147
EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS Using a Frame Pattern to Make an Appliqué (1) You can use frame patterns of the same size and shape to create an appliqué. Embroider one - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 148
APPLICATIONS Using a Frame Pattern to Make an Appliqué (2) d Remove the embroidery frame from the machine, and then cut around the outside of the stitching. This is a second method for making appliqués using embroidery patterns. With this method, there is no need to change the fabric in - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 149
EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS 148 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 150
6 Chapter Embroidery Edit AVAILABLE EDITING FUNCTIONS 150 ■ Combined Patterns ...150 ■ Move Patterns ...150 ■ Rotate Patterns ...150 ■ Enlarge in a Pattern 158 After Editing ...158 COMBINING PATTERNS 159 Editing Combined Patterns 159 Sewing Combined Patterns 162 USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION 162 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 151
combinations of one-point patterns, frame patterns, character patterns, and patterns from separately sold embroidery cards. ■ Move Patterns Within the 26 cm × 16 cm (approx. 10 - 1/4 inches × 6 - 1/4 inches) embroidery area, you can change the position of patterns, and check their position on the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 152
to the instructions on page 110, and then press to display the screen shown below. b c a d f e g One-point patt erns a One-point patterns b Floral patterns c Alphabet patterns d Frame patterns e Embroidery cards (sold separately) f Patterns saved in the machine's memory g Patterns saved - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 153
SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT c Press . Alphabet Patterns With the Embroidery Edit functions, you can edit the appearance of a character at the same time that you enter it. a Press . → The selected pattern appears in the screen. d - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 154
layout of the characters appears in the upper-left corner of the screen. d Select the layout. → The embroidery edit screen appears. g Continue with see "EDITING PATTERNS" on page 154. 6 Embroidery Edit → The displayed character layout changes. e Press to return to the previous screen. 153 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 155
degree of rotation for the selected pattern. ■ Key Functions No. Key Name e Image key Function Press this key to display a preview of the embroidery pattern. Page 130 f Pattern selection key Press this key to select the pattern to be edited when multiple patterns have been 156 combined - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 156
rotate the pattern 1 degree to the to return the pattern to its original a Distance from the center Rotating the Pattern a Press . a Degree of rotation c Press . a 6 Embroidery Edit 155 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 157
EDITING PATTERNS Changing the Size of the Pattern a Press . c Press . b Select the direction in which the size is changed. * Press to reduce the pattern proportionately. * Press * Press to enlarge the pattern proportionately. to reduce the pattern vertically. * Press to enlarge the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 158
the character spacing. * After selecting an arc layout, press to reduce the arc. * Press spacing. to return the pattern to its original 6 Embroidery Edit c Press * Press d Press to adjust the position. to center the pattern. . c Press * Press d Press to adjust the position. to center the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 159
so that it appears as . The machine will stop after each character is embroidered so the thread can be changed. b Press pattern. * Press to embroider the edited to return to the embroidery edit screen. Memo The multi color settings can also be set from the sewing screen. For details, see page - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 160
COMBINING PATTERNS COMBINING PATTERNS This section will describe how to combine characters and embroidery patterns. Editing Combined Patterns c Press . a Press . d Press . 6 b Press on P. 1 of the screen. Embroidery Edit 159 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 161
COMBINING PATTERNS e Press . f Press . g Enter "WELCOME". * For details on selecting characters, see page 116. * After entering "W", press to change the size to M, then enter the remaining characters. * Press characters. to view an image of all entered h Press . 160 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 162
i Press to change the layout of the characters. * For details, see page 157. k Press COMBINING PATTERNS . l Press . j Press to adjust the position of the characters. 6 Embroidery Edit 161 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 163
" is completed, the message "Finished sewing" appears. Press to return to the previous screen. USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION In the same way that embroidery patterns are saved and retrieved in chapter 5, you can save edited embroidery patterns to the machine's memory and retrieve them later. In - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 164
STITCH DATA 166 ■ Key Functions ...166 ■ Moving a Point ...168 ■ Moving Part or All of the Design 169 ■ Inserting New Points ...170 USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHES 171 Saving Custom Stitches in the Machine's Memory 171 ■ If the Memory Is Full ...171 Saving Custom Stitches to the Computer 172 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 165
more easily with MY CUSTOM STITCH™ if you first draw the stitch on the included grid sheet. a Draw the stitch design on the grid sheet (part code SA507, X81277-050). b Decide the spacing of the stitch. * By adjusting the spacing of a stitch, you can create various patterns with one stitch. Memo - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 166
DESIGNING A STITCH ■ Examples of Custom Stitches Stitch 1 0 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 12 18 22 23 21 17 14 12 9 6 3 1 3 6 0 0 3 6 10 13 14 13 11 13 14 13 10 6 3 Stitch 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 12 41 43 40 41 38 35 32 30 32 35 41 45 47 44 0 0 4 7 11 13 14 13 10 6 3 0 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 167
to 168, 170 the first or last point entered on the stitch. l Return key Press this key to exit the entering stitch data screen. 168 m Sewing key Press this key to sew the stitch being created. 168 166 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 168
sheet. to change the direction of the grid e Select whether one stitch or three stitches will be sewn between the first two points. * To sew three stitches, press the key so that it appears as . f Use and press to move . to the second point b a 7 MY CUSTOM STITCH a Currently selected - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 169
ENTERING STITCH DATA h Press . ■ Moving a Point a Press or to move that you want to move. to the point * To move to the first point, press . * To move to the last point, press . * You can also move by using the touch pen. Memo • If you have entered points that are too close together, - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 170
■ Moving Part or All of the Design a Press or to move to the first point of the section that you want to move. * To move to the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 171
ENTERING STITCH DATA ■ Inserting New Points a Press or to move to a place on the design where you want to add a new point. * To move to the first point, press . * To move to the last point, press . * You can also move by using the touch pen. c Use to move the point. b Press . → A - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 172
to return to the previous screen without saving the custom stitch. Memo • It takes a few seconds to save a custom stitch in the machine's memory. • See page 173 for information on retrieving a saved stitch pattern. a Press . → The "Saving" screen appears. When the custom stitch is saved, the - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 173
is deleted, and the new custom stitch is automatically saved. Saving Custom Stitches to the Computer Using the included USB cable, connect the sewing machine to your computer so that custom stitches can be saved to your computer. For details on saving custom stitches, see "Saving Stitch Patterns - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 174
Retrieving Custom Stitches from the Machine's Memory a Press . USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHES c Press * Press . to delete the custom stitch. → The selected custom stitch is retrieved and the sewing screen appears. → The pocket selection screen appears. b Select a custom stitch to be retrieved. - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 175
USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHES 174 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 176
Appendix CARE AND MAINTENANCE 176 Cleaning the LCD 176 Cleaning the Machine Casing 176 Cleaning the Race 176 ADJUSTING THE SCREEN 178 Screen Visibility Is Low 178 Touch Panel Is Malfunctioning 178 TROUBLESHOOTING 180 ERROR MESSAGES 183 ■ Alarm ...187 SPECIFICATIONS 188 UPGRADING YOUR - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 177
Position" button to raise the needle. b Lower the presser foot. c Turn off the machine. d Remove the needle and the presser foot holder (see page 33 through 35). e Remove the flat bed attachment or the embroidery unit if either is attached. f Grasp both sides of the needle plate cover, and - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 178
, the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break, or sewing performance may suffer. • For a new bobbin case (part code: XC3153151(green marking on the screw) (for sewing and embroidering with bobbin thread recommended by Brother) or XC8167-151 (pink marking on the screw) (for embroidering - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 179
or performs a different operation), follow the procedure described below to make the proper adjustments. a Turn off the machine, hold your finger anywhere on the screen, and then turn the machine on. → The BRIGHTNESS OF LCD screen appears. Memo Continue touching the LCD until the screen shown - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 180
strong force to the display, otherwise damage to the display may result. ADJUSTING THE SCREEN d After making the necessary touch panel adjustment, turn the machine off, then on again. Note If you finish the touch panel adjustment and the screen still does not respond, or if you cannot complete - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 181
a minor problem with your sewing machine, check the following solutions. If the solutions suggested do not correct the problem, contact your authorized dealer. Memo This machine is equipped with a simple troubleshooting feature that can be used in case minor problems occur during sewing. Press - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 182
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Page High-pitched sound while Dust or lint is caught in the feed dogs. Remove the dust or lint. 176 sewing Pieces of thread are caught in the race. Clean the race. 176 The upper threading is incorrect. Check the procedure for threading the machine - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 183
the machine will make a sound different from that made during normal sewing. This is not the sign of a malfunction. • If the power is disconnected during sewing: Turn the main power to OFF and unplug the machine. If you restart the machine, follow the instructions for operating the machine correctly - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 184
machine stops and informs you of the error with an alarm and an error message. If an error message appears, correct the problem according to the instructions . This confirmation message appears after the machine is turned on and the carriage of the embroidery unit has moved to its initial position - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 185
are editing too many patterns for the memory. This message is displayed when the "Start/Stop" button is pressed while a pattern is being edited in embroidery edit mode. This message is displayed when you try to use the needle threader lever while twin needle sewing is set. This message is displayed - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 186
been saved in "Removable Disk". This message is displayed when the memory is full and the stitch or pattern cannot be saved. This message pattern is being retrieved in embroidery edit mode. This message is displayed while upgrade file is being downloaded to machine. This message is displayed when - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 187
while the embroidery unit is attached. This message is displayed when the machine is turned on while the needle is lowered and the embroidery unit is pattern in embroidery mode is too large for the embroidery frame. This message is displayed when is pressed without an embroidery card inserted. This - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 188
when you try to sew with a stitch other than a middle needle position stitch while the single-hole needle plate is installed. This message is displayed when the needle plate is removed with the machine on or when the machine is turned on in the embroidery or embroidery edit mode. This message - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 189
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Sewing Machine Embroidery Unit Dimensions Item Case dimensions Weight Sewing speed Needle Dimensions Dimension of machine with embroidery unit attached Weight Specification 51.1 cm (W) × 30.5 cm (H) × 25.8 cm (D) (approx. 20-1/8 inches (W) × 12 inches (H) × 10 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 190
to download software upgrades for your sewing machine. Note There are two upgrade files. Be sure to download both files successively. Memo • When the machine's software is upgraded, saved combinations of character and decorative stitches are erased. However, saved embroidery patterns are not erased - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 191
screen appears, upgrading is completed. Press LOAD after saving the upgrade file in the machine. Upgrade complete. Note If an error occurred, an error message appears in red. At this time, turn the machine off, and then start the procedure again from step a. i Disconnect the USB cable, and - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 192
(Left) Straight stitch (Middle) Straight stitch (Middle) Triple stretch stitch Stem stitch Presser Foot Applications Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual General sewing, gather, pintuck, etc. Reverse stitch is sewn while 0.0 pressing "Reverse/ (0) Reinforcement Stitch" button. General - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 193
heavyweight fabric Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 5.0 2.5 - 5.0 2.5 1.0 - 4.0 4.0 (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16) Quilting appliqué zigzag stitch Zigzag stitch for quilting and sewing on appliqué quilt pieces 3.5 (1/8) 0.0 - 7.0 (0 - 1/4) 1.4 0.0 - 4.0 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 194
Blind hem stitch Presser Foot Applications Hemming woven fabrics Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 00 3← − →3 2.0 1.0 - 3.5 (1/16) (1/16 - 1/8) Blind hem stitch Hemming stretch fabric 00 3← − →3 2.0 1.0 - 3.5 (1/16) (1/16 - 1/8) Blanket - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 195
Decorative hems, triple straight at left Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 1.0 1.0 - 7.0 (1/16) (1/16 - 1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 2.5 1.5 - 4.0 (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16) Hemstitching Decorative hems, triple straight at center 3.5 (1/8) 1.0 - 7.0 2.5 1.5 - 4.0 (1/16 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 196
smocking Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 6.0 (15/ 64) 1.5 - 7.0 (1/16 - 1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 1.6 1.0 - 4.0 (1/16) (1/ 0.3 - 1.0 (1/16) (1/16 - 1/8) (1/64) (1/64 - 1/16) Button sewing Attaching buttons 3.5 2.5 - 4.5 (1/8) (3/32 - 3/16) - - Eyelet Diagonally - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 197
Stitch Name Reverse (Straight) Diagonally right up (Straight) Sideways to left (Straight) Presser Foot Applications Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual For attaching appliqué on tubular pieces of fabric and mitering - - corners For attaching appliqué on tubular pieces of fabric and - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 198
114 sewing speed 138 small fabrics 123 thread color display 138 embroidery card slot 9, 118 embroidery cards 14, 118 embroidery edit combining 159, 162 function descriptions 150 embroidery foot "U 11, 111, 112 embroidery foot height 120 embroidery frame attaching/removing 124 hooping 122 - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 199
operation mode key 22 machine setting mode key 20, 139 machine settings mode key 138 main power switch 9, 16 maintenance 176 memory character/decorative stitches 103, 105 embroidery 140 utility 49 mirror image key 49 multi color key 128, 158 multi-directional sewing 83 MY CUSTOM STITCH - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 200
11, 39, 44 thread density key 128, 136, 137 thread guide 9, 25, 26, 31 thread guide plate 9, 26, 29 thread take-up lever check window 9, 23, 50 key functions 18 saving 49 selecting a stitch pattern 49 sewing 38 sewing type selection key 50 stitch selection screens 48 V vertical mirror image - Brother International Innov-is 1500D/1500 | Users Manual - English - Page 201