Brother BE-1201B-AC-PC User Manual

BE-0901E-AC-PCBE-1201B-AC-PC PC Control typePlease read this manual before using the machine.Please keep this manual within easy reach for quick refe

8 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCProtecting data in floppy disksWrite-protection is available for a floppy disk to prevent undesired data deletion.A wr

5-14 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataTool barShows/hides the tool bar. The tool bar contains icons with the same

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 5-15Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBack to Previous StatusUndoMakes the edit or change invalid. The screen retu

5-16 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataEditingRotateW0558Q! Available range of rotation is -359 to 359 degrees.! When

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 5-17Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataHorizontal FlipFlips the image horizontally.W0450Q W0459Q1. Select [Horizontal

5-18 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data! The number for repetition is 1 to 100 for both vertical (Row) and horizontal

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 5-19Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataMargin setting with [Auto setting] selectedThe number is set automatically so a

5-20 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataResizeResizes the image.W0450Q W1395Q! The available range of resizing is 50 to

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 5-21Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataInsert or Delete CodeCodes of trim, pause and color change can be inserted or d

5-22 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataInsert Lock StitchFind the pattern of [Stitch] - [Trim] for [Before Trimming] a

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 5-23Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataChanging DataChanging StartChanges the start position of embroidering.Options F

BE-1204B-BC • BE-1206B-BC 9Procedure of Reading This ManualExplanation of modelsThis manual explains two models:- BE-0901E-AC-PC- BE-1201B-AC-PCExplan

5-24 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataChanging EndChanges the end position of embroidering.Options FunctionsCenter, u

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 5-25Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataMaskChanges the mask that represents the periphery of embroidery data. Since

5-26 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataGroupAll patterns created in repetition are grouped as a single pattern.! The d

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 5-27Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataSetting Group for Repetition1. Select [Repeat] in the Edit menu or click .2. C

5-28 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataMergeMerge other patterns to the pattern in editing.! If the pattern to be merg

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 5-29Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data3. The pattern mask is displayed in a broken line. Move the mask to the desired

5-30 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataSaving DataSaves the edited data. The edited data can be saved over the current

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 5-31Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataSave As...Renames and saves the edited data as a new file.1. Select [Save as...

5-32 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataViewing Pattern InformationDetail information of embroidery data can be checked

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 5-33Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataPrinting DataPrints data in editing.1. Select [Print] from File menu or click

10 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCContentsContentsSAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...

5-34 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data

Chapter 6 EmbroideringThe PC controls the machine operation as wellas settings of the machine. Note that themenu which appears on the screen depends

6-2 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringFunctions (Command Reference)When the Power to the Machine is OffFile menuSaveThe machine d

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-3Chapter 6 EmbroideringOperation menuStart EmbroideringStarts embroidering. (→ page 6-52)Stop MachineSuspends embr

6-4 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringSettings menuNeedleUses the same needle bar for all embroidering. (→ page 6-25)Same Speed R

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-5Chapter 6 EmbroideringDescription of ScreenW1060QNeedle bar and speed rangeZoom inZoom outZoom in specified range

6-6 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringSettings before Turning On the MachineDescribes settings available before the machine is tu

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-7Chapter 6 EmbroideringDisplaying the Status BarShows/hides the status bar. The status bar provides information o

6-8 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringLanguageChanges display language.! The following three languages are displayed as "Ava

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-9Chapter 6 EmbroideringSettings after Turning Power OnDescribes settings available after turning power on to the m

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 11ContentsChapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataFunctions (Command Reference)...

6-10 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringZoom In Specified RangeEnlarges the range specified with the mouse to the full window size

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-11Chapter 6 EmbroideringGridDisplays 1 × 1 cm square grids on the background.1. Select [Grid] from View menu and p

6-12 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 Embroidering2. Designate the adjusting position and click [OK].The hoop is displayed in a displaced po

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-13Chapter 6 EmbroideringThread ColorDisplays the pattern using colors currently set to the needle bar. Clicking

6-14 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringChanging display colors! The color of needle bar changes to the actual color.! Changing th

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-15Chapter 6 Embroidering2. Select a new color on the [Color selection] screen.W1018Q3. When selecting a color from

6-16 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 Embroidering5. Select an arbitrary color from basic colors.Click [Define Custom Colors] to create a me

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-17Chapter 6 EmbroideringSetting RangesThere are two methods for setting ranges.W1085QChanging all ranges1. Click [

6-18 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringGrid SettingSets the pitch and the color of grid.! The grid interval can be set at the inc

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-19Chapter 6 Embroidering2. Select or create the background color. Refer to steps 5 to 7 on page 6-16 for detail

12 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCContentsChanging Data ...

6-20 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringViewing Machine InformationDetail specification of the machine can be displayed.1. Select

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-21Chapter 6 Embroidering1. Select [Cascade] or [Tile] from Window menu.W1095Q When [Cascade] is selected When [Til

6-22 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringArrange IconsMinimized windows that are scattered can be aligned.! This command is availab

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-23Chapter 6 EmbroideringLanguageChanges display language.Refer to page 6-8.Copying Data to Other MachinesWhen mult

6-24 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 Embroidering4. Click [OK].W1105QThe data, is copied.W1106QConfigurationSets the environment of data re

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-25Chapter 6 EmbroideringSetting the MachinePerforms the detail setting of the embroidering status. Items that c

6-26 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringSame Speed RangeEmbroiders patterns at the specified speed range.1. Select [Same Speed Ran

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-27Chapter 6 EmbroideringSpeed RangeSpecifies the maximum speeds for respective ranges suitable for the hoop type.!

6-28 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringHoop Feed PositionSet the basic position of the hoop (hoop feed position) for cancellation

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-29Chapter 6 EmbroideringEmbroidery AreaSets the embroidery area.1. Select [Embroidery Area] from Settings menu.2.

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 13ContentsSetting the Machine ...

6-30 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 Embroidering1. Select [Embroidery Hoop] and the type from Settings menu.W1732The pattern direction and

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-31Chapter 6 EmbroideringW1120QWhen “Semi-wide cap (ALL)” is selected.Thread Trimming! The following items can be s

6-32 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringBoring! The following items can be set.Boring Sets whether or not boring is performed by a

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-33Chapter 6 EmbroideringThread Breakage SensorThe sensor for thread breakage can be turned ON/OFF or the sensor se

6-34 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringAutomatic Step BackSets the number of stitches for automatic step back if thread breakage

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-35Chapter 6 EmbroideringEnd of embroiderySets if the machine returns to the start point after end of embroidery.1.

6-36 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringMendingSets the details of mending.! Items and descriptions are as follows:Automatically r

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-37Chapter 6 Embroidering2. Click [OK] when the items are set.W1132QAdjustAdjustment value of the needle is set.! T

6-38 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringDriving shaftSpeeds up the startup of the main shaft. Select this function when sewing

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-39Chapter 6 EmbroideringShort stitch speed reductionReduces speed when stitching in a designated pitch.! The pitch

14 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCContentsChapter 7 Operation of Machine1. Operating Procedures ...

6-40 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringThin / Thick MaterialChanges the timing of needle drop and hoop movement.! The timing can

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-41Chapter 6 EmbroideringArea TraceSelect the outside shape of area tracing before starting sewing.! The following

6-42 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringDefault SettingsResets changes of the machine setting to the default.! Items for setting a

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-43Chapter 6 Embroidering1. Select [Default Settings] from Settings menu.W17452. Click [OK].Show SettingShows the s

6-44 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 Embroidering1. Select [Show Setting] from Settings menu.W17462. After checking, check [OK].W1648

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-45Chapter 6 EmbroideringLoad SettingLoad the setting.! The set file has an extension of "ecm".1. Select

6-46 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringSave SettingSaves the edit settings.! Save the setting files with an extension of "ec

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-47Chapter 6 EmbroideringLoad HoopLoad the optional hoop displayed in "Hoop".! The hoop file to be loaded

6-48 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringSPIDER_NET_FRAME07T-3.ehpW1702SPIDER_NET_FRAME07T-4.ehpW1703SPIDER_NET_FRAME09T-1.ehpW0857

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-49Chapter 6 EmbroideringSPIDER_NET_FRAME18T-1.ehpW0881QSPIDER_NET_FRAME18T-2.ehpW1722SPIDER_NET_FRAME18T-3.ehpW172

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 15ContentsChapter 9 Maintenance1. Cleaning...

6-50 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringHOLDER_BASE30X28.ehpW0901QHOLDER_BASE30X43.ehpW0902QHOLDER_BASE30X48.ehpW1727HOLDER_BASE40

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-51Chapter 6 Embroidering1. Select [Load hoop] from Settings menu.W17492. Select the folder and click [Open].W1154Q

6-52 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringEmbroideringHow to start embroidering and operation after the start are explained here.Sta

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-53Chapter 6 Embroidering2. Press the button.Embroidering starts.Embroidery data appears in gray, indicating the

6-54 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringMoving the Home PositionMove the selected machine home position.1. Select [Home Position]

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-55Chapter 6 EmbroideringStep-forward/Step-backAllows step-forward or step-back of stitches without embroidering.!

6-56 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringCanceling step-forward/step-back1. Click of the step forward/back tool bar.The cross disa

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-57Chapter 6 EmbroideringStepping Forward/BackSteps forward/back the stitches actually.! The functions of icons are

6-58 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 Embroidering1. Select the icon and move the cross to the desired position for step forward/back.Forwar

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-59Chapter 6 EmbroideringMoving Embroidery PositionChanges the position of embroidery data.! Movement is allowed on

16 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCContents

6-60 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringCentering PatternMoves the pattern to the machine home position.1. Select [Move Pattern] f

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 6-61Chapter 6 EmbroideringSaving DataSaves the edited data. The edited data can be saved over the current file or

6-62 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 6 EmbroideringRunning Other ProgramsOther programs can be started when the machine power is not turned o

Chapter 7 Operation of Machine

7-2 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 7 Operation of Machine1. Turn the power on to the machine.2. When the machine is equipped with theshut-off s

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 7-3Chapter 7 Operation of Machine2. Machine Stop2-1 Stopping the Machine with the stop switch unitW1607!!!! Resetting M

7-4 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 7 Operation of Machine3. Permission for Hoop MovementW1374Q• When the computer has given a command to move t

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 7-5Chapter 7 Operation of Machine4. Jog Switches4-1 Hoop Movement to Start PositionThe hoop can be moved before startin

7-6 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 7 Operation of Machine5. Area Check5-1 External TracingW1278QIf is pressed in other cases than "area

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 7-7Chapter 7 Operation of Machine6. Hoop Feed Position• In order to ease mounting and dismounting of the embroidery hoo

Chapter 1An Introduction ofEmbroidery Machine

7-8 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 7 Operation of Machine7. Measures against Thread Breakage7-1 RemediesW16101. If embroidering is suspended du

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 7-9Chapter 7 Operation of Machine8. Inching Mode8-1 Inching Mode during Embroidering (Forcible Hoop Movement)• Moving t

7-10 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 7 Operation of Machine

Chapter 8Creating Production ReportRecords and controls the machine operation.The production report can be created based onthis data. Detailed info

8-2 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 8 Creating Production ReportFunctions (Command Reference)File menuOpen Report FileOpens the report file.

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 8-3Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportDescription of ScreenW1177QStatus barSave as CSVDetailed DataThread Breakage

8-4 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 8 Creating Production ReportDisplaying ReportDisplays the machine operation status in the form of report.

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 8-5Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportDisplay Example of DetailsDisplays the machine information chronologically th

8-6 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 8 Creating Production ReportDisplay Example of Thread Breakage Information on Needle BarDisplays the info

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 8-7Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportDisplay Example of Thread breakage Information in PatternDisplays thread brea

1-2 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine1. SpecificationsEmbroidery machine used 9 needle embroidery machine

8-8 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 8 Creating Production ReportDisplay Example of Output InformationDisplays the production information that

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 8-9Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportDetails of reason for stoppageInterrupted Frequency and total time stopped by

8-10 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 8 Creating Production ReportDisplay Example of Total Output InformationDisplays the output information p

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 8-11Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportDisplay in graphThe total output information is displayed with the graph.Dis

8-12 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 8 Creating Production ReportSetting Display ItemsSets display items for each production report.! The fol

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 8-13Chapter 8 Creating Production Report! CollateSelects the data collection period. If month, week or day is sel

8-14 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 8 Creating Production ReportThread Breakage Information on Needle BarW1189Q! Main items to be displayedN

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 8-15Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportOutput InformationTime is calculated to the unit of second, but the display

8-16 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 8 Creating Production ReportTotal Output InformationTime is calculated to the unit of second, but the di

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 8-17Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportRecess Time SettingSets the time not to be included in the calculation. T

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 1-3Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine

8-18 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 8 Creating Production ReportSave As CSV...Converts the production report data to CSV format that can be

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 8-19Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportPrinting Production ReportPrints the production report from a printer.Page S

8-20 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 8 Creating Production ReportCopying Report DataCopies the selected area as text data. This allows use o

Chapter 9 Maintenance

9-2 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 9 Maintenance CAUTIONTurn off the power switch before starting maintenance.Failure to do so may start the ma

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 9-3Chapter 9 Maintenance1-2 Cleaning of Needle PlateBroken threads left around the movable or fixed knives or the threa

9-4 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 9 Maintenance2. OilingTo extend the machine's service life, supply oil to the following places at regul

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 9-5Chapter 9 Maintenance! BE-1201B-AC-PCW1616! Daily oilingW1617Supply oil to the top and the bottom of eachneedle bar

9-6 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 9 Maintenance! Before operation.Before starting operation of the machine, move the needle case fully to the

Chapter 10 Adjustment

1-4 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine2. Software2-1 Necessary SystemsThe following systems are needed for

10-2 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 10 Adjustment CAUTIONIf adjustment should be made while the powerswitch is turned on, pay special attention

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 10-3Chapter 10 Adjustment1. Dismount the pulley cover and turn the pulley [1] until the pulley scale indicates 180° and

10-4 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 10 Adjustment! When using the bottom dead center gaugeW1619 W1621W1222W1624W1625[5][6][4][1][7][8][9][3][3]

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 10-5Chapter 10 Adjustment1. Turn the pulley [1] until the scale of pulley [1] indicates 180° (where the pulley indicati

10-6 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 10 Adjustment2. Adjustment of Timing Between Needle and Rotary HookW16261. Select needle bar No. 1.The abov

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 10-7Chapter 10 Adjustment3. Adjustment of Presser Foot HeightW1627 W1628 W16291. Turn the power switch off.2. Select th

10-8 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 10 Adjustment4. Adjustment of Thread TrimmerW1630W1631[1][2]10mm[3][4][5]1.2mm1. Bring fixed knife e into c

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 10-9Chapter 10 Adjustment5. Thread Wiper AdjustmentW1632!!!! BE-1201B-AC-PCW16331. Move solenoid arm [1] in the directi

10-10 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 10 Adjustment6. Adjusting the Belt TensionThe belt Tension is adjusted to the optimum tension at the time

Chapter 11 Error code list

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 1-5Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine2-2 Configuration of SoftwareThis software is mainly composed of the

11-2 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 11 Error code listCode Error MeasuresE-00 No error occurs.E-01E-01ERROR 01Either motor of main shaft, X-or

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 11-3Chapter 11 Error code listCode Error MeasuresE-21Hoop overhang (+X) E-22Hoop overhang (+Y) E-23Hoop overhang (+X, +

11-4 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 11 Error code listCode Error MeasuresE-CB Spindle rotation speed errorPress the to cancel the error and pr

Chapter 12 TroubleshootingIf there is any indication of trouble with the machine,check and correct as described in the table. If thetrouble cannot

12-2 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 12 TroubleshootingMechanical SectionProblem Check point! Thread breakage • Is the machine properly threaded

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 12-3Chapter 12 TroubleshootingProblem Check point! Machine operation abnormal • Is any set screw of the rotary encoder

12-4 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 12 TroubleshootingElectrical SectionCautions• Be sure to turn off the power of the machine and unplug the p

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 12-5Chapter 12 TroubleshootingSymptom MeasuresThe needle bar case lock erroroccurs.• Is the INDEX motor rotating?→ If

12-6 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 12 TroubleshootingSymptom MeasuresThe main shaft motor lock erroroccurs.• Enter the encoder signal mode and

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 12-7Chapter 12 TroubleshootingSymptom MeasuresJump solenoid does not operate. • Check to see if connection from the jum

1-6 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery MachineRelationship among ProgramsWhen the software is started, the program

12-8 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 12 Troubleshooting

Chapter 13Connection and Installation ofOptional Equipment

13-2 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 13 Connection and Installation of Optional Equipment1. Attaching Bobbin Winder! Mounting methodW1636W16373.

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 13-3Chapter 13 Connection and Installation of Optional Equipment! Winding lower threadW16381. Turn on the power switch.

13-4 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 13 Connection and Installation of Optional Equipment

INSTRUCTION MANUALBROTHER INDUSTRIES, LTD. http://www.brother.com/15-1.Naeshiro-cho, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya 467-8561, Japan. Phone: 81-52-824-2177Printe

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 1-7Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine2-5 Basic Operation of SoftwareThis section explains the basics of us

1-8 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine!!!! Double-clickPress the left mouse button twice continuously. D

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 1-9Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery MachineNames of Screen ComponentsNames of major components on the screen of

1-10 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery MachineSelection of MenuProcessing of software is carried out by giving a c

Chapter 2Preparation of Embroidery Machine

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 1Thank you very much for buying a BROTHER sewing machine. Before using your new machine,please read the safety instruct

2-2 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine1. Names of Machine Components!!!! BE-0901E-AC-PCW1651!!!! BE-1201B-AC-PC

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 2-3Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine2. InstallationDANGEREmbroidery machines should be installed onlyby train

2-4 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineLoosen thumb bolt [1]. Adjust the operationpanel position for ease of use

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 2-5Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine1. Attach two thread guide support bars [2] tothe cotton stand assembly [

2-6 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine2-6 Lubrication to Needle Bar CaseCAUTIONTurn off the power switch before

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 2-7Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine2-7 Connection of Personal Computer to Machines (for connecting 4 sets)Be

2-8 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineW16564. Connect the control box connector SBUS2 of the first machine and

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 2-9Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine2-8 Connection of Power Supply!!!! Connection of Power Supply of Embroide

2-10 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine!!!! Uninterruptive power supplyThis unit is for protecting a personal c

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 2-11Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine2-9 Installation of SoftwareUse an attached CD-R for installing software

2 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC2 Notes on safetyDANGERWait at least 5 minutes after turning off the power switch and disconnecting the power cord fro

2-12 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine3. Preparation for EmbroideringCAUTIONTurn off the power switch before s

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 2-13Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine!!!! BE-1201B-AC-PCW1574 W15751. Pass an upper thread from the cotton st

2-14 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine1. Open the rotary hook cover [1].2. Hold the knob [2] and take out the

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 2-15Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine! Attaching bobbin caseW15813-3 Replacing and Selecting NeedleW1582* Rel

2-16 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine3-4 Preparation of Machine for Operation!!!! Check the following before

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 2-17Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine!!!! When the machine is turned on:"E-07" may appear on the op

2-18 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineIf the machine is not ready to operate because the needle bars in the dr

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 2-19Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine3-5 Attachment of Embroidery Hoop and Frame!!!! Attaching a square frame

2-20 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine!!!! Attaching a tubular round frame (optional)Note) When using a tubula

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 2-21Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine!!!! Attaching a sash frame set (optional)W1593W1594W1595 [6] [1] [6][2]

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 3InstallationAvoid setting up the sewing machine nearsources of strong electrical noise such ashigh-frequency welding e

2-22 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine5. Put material over sash frame [8]. Attach twoclips 290 [9] to both ver

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 2-23Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine!!!! Adjustment of upper threadAdjust upper thread tension to 0.7~1.3Nwh

2-24 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine!!!! Lower thread tensionThe standard tension of the lower thread is0.15

Chapter 3Embroidering ProceduresAfter installation of machine and setting-up of thepersonal computer (PC), start embroidering. Thischapter explains ab

3-2 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 3 Embroidering ProceduresFunctions of Operation PanelOperation PanelW1667Starts embroidering.Restarts after

B BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 3-3Chapter 3 Embroidering ProceduresChecks the embroidering area.Exits from embroidering mode. Press this switch w

3-4 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 3 Embroidering ProceduresFlowchart of Preparation for EmbroideringRun PC.Run software (→ page 3-5) .Turn on

B BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 3-5Chapter 3 Embroidering ProceduresRun the Software1. Select [Program] - [Brother Embroidery System] – [Ecsc] from t

3-6 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 3 Embroidering ProceduresRegister the Machine NameEnter the machine name if the software is run for the firs

B BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 3-7Chapter 3 Embroidering ProceduresStart Embroidering1. Check that the READY lamp on the machine operation panel is

4 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCMaintenance and inspectionMaintenance and inspection of the sewingmachine should only be carried out by aqualified tec

3-8 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 3 Embroidering Procedures

Chapter 4 Selecting and TransferringEmbroidery DataClicking on the machine controller brings up ascreen which allows selecting or transference ofre

4-2 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataFunctions (Command Reference)File menuNewCreates a new direct

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 4-3Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataDescription of ScreenW0964QExit of SelectionExitCopyMoveDelet

4-4 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataCreating a DirectoryCreates a new directory. A directory c

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 4-5Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataTransferring dataTransfer registered embroidery data to the m

4-6 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data3. Set the number of feeds for trim. Select the number of fe

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 4-7Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataCopyCopies embroidery data.! Select from the menu or drag the

4-8 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataMoving DataMoves embroidery data to a different directory.! S

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 4-9Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataDeleting DataDeletes embroidery data.1. Click data for select

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 53 Warning labels* The following warning labels appear on the sewing machine.Please follow the instructions on the labe

4-10 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataRecreate an iconCreates an icon of data for other models.! I

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 4-11Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataSelect AllSelects all the data in the folder displayed.! Onl

4-12 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataRenaming DataRenames the registered embroidery data.! Data n

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 4-13Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataFinding DataRetrieves and views embroidery data.1. Select [F

4-14 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataIf the specified embroidery data is found, the data is displ

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 4-15Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataAdjusting Screen DisplaySelects the information type to disp

4-16 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataReading Data in Floppy DiskReads data in a floppy disk and r

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 4-17Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data4. Set feed counts for thread breakage. Select the number

4-18 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataConverting the Non DOS format dataThis function is not avail

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 4-19Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data! Viewing IconClick .W0990Q! Preview and RefreshThe data ima

6 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC!!!! BE-1201B-AC-PCW1750354Finger guardBelt cover34261Finger guardGuard cover!!!! BE-0901E-AC-PC

4-20 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data3. Select data to read and click [OK].W0992QW0993Q4. The ima

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 4-21Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data5. Set feed counts for thread breakage. Select the number of

4-22 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataReading Data in Paper TapeSaves data in paper tape as embroi

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 4-23Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data5. The image of the selected pattern appears.W0970Q6. Select

4-24 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataSettings for Data ReadingSets up the interface and data tran

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 4-25Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataWriting Data in DST FormatConvert the ECS data into DST data

4-26 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataViewing Pattern InformationDetail information of embroidery

Chapter 5Editing Embroidery DataClicking of the machine controller brings up ascreen which allows editing of embroidery data.This screen allows simp

5-2 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataFunctions (Command Reference)File menuOpenSelects embroidery data. (→ page 5-5)M

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 5-3Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataMicrostitch Displays the position of the stitch whose length is the designated l

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 7Before Starting OperationDo not force open the shutter for direct contactwith the magnetic area.Do not bring disks nea

5-4 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataDescription of ScreenW1000QStatus barOpenSaveZoom OutHorizontal FlipVertical Fli

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 5-5Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataOpening Embroidery DataThis function is available with embroidery data editor.1.

5-6 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataSetting DisplaySets the condition of the display screen. Items with check mar

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 5-7Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataZoom Out1. Select [Zoom] - [Zoom Out] from View menu or click .Repeats zooming o

5-8 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataNeedle PenetrationChooses whether or not the needle pevetration positions are di

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 5-9Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataMicrostitchDisplays the position of the stitch whose length is less than the des

5-10 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataChange of display color! When the color of the embroidering sequence is changed

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 5-11Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data2. Select a new color on the [Color selection] screen.W1018Q3. When selecting a

5-12 BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PCChapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data5. Select an arbitrary color from basic colors.Click [Define Custom Colors] to

BE-0901E-AC-PC• BE-1201B-AC-PC 5-13Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataChanging needle bar allocation1. Drag the embroidering sequence on the needle b