Brother SE-400 - Manual (Page 4)

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Using the Memory Function
Embroidery data precautions
Observe the following precautions when using embroidery data other than that created and saved in this machine.
CAUTION
■ Types of Embroidery Data that can be Used
• Only .pes and .dst embroidery data files can be used with this machine. Using data other than that saved
using our data design systems or sewing machines may cause the embroidery machine to malfunction.
■ Where to Purchase Embroidery Designs
• There are many venues available for purchasing additional designs for your embroidery machine. The
local authorized Brother dealer will have a wide range of Brother embroidery cards, as well as CDs with
a variety of themes. In addition, there are many online sites where designs can be purchased and
downloaded directly to your computer. When purchasing designs be sure to check the file format and
hoop size of each design to make sure it is compatible with your machine model.
■ Computers and Operating Systems with the Following Specifications can be Used
• Compatible models:
IBM PC with a USB port as standard equipment
IBM PC-compatible computer equipped with a USB port as standard equipment
• Compatible operating systems:
Windows Me/Windows 2000/Windows XP/Windows Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8
(Windows 98SE requires a driver. Download the driver from our web site (http://solutions.brother.com).)
■ Precautions on Using the Computer to Create and Save Data
• If the file name of embroidery data cannot be identified, for example, because the name contains special
characters, the file is not displayed. If this occurs, change the name of the file. We recommend using the
26 letters of the alphabet (uppercase and lowercase), the numbers 0 through 9, “-”, and “_”.
• .pes files saved with the number of stitches, the number of colors and the number of combined patterns
exceeding the specified limits cannot be displayed. Use one of our original data design systems to edit the
embroidery pattern so that it meets the specifications.
• Do not create folders in “Removable Disk” on a computer. If embroidery data is saved in a folder in
“Removable Disk”, that embroidery data cannot be retrieved by the machine.
• Even if the embroidery unit is not attached, the machine will manage embroidery data.
■ Tajima (.dst) Embroidery Data
• .dst data is displayed in the pattern list screen by file name (the actual image cannot be displayed). Only
the first eight characters of the file name can be displayed.
• Since Tajima (.dst) data does not contain specific thread color information, it is displayed with our default
thread color sequence. Check the preview and change the thread colors as desired.
■ Trademarks
• IBM is a registered trademark or a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
• Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Each company whose software title is mentioned in this manual has a Software License Agreement specific
to its proprietary programs.
All other brands and product names mentioned in this manual are registered trademarks of their respective
companies. However, the explanations for markings such as
®
and
™
are not clearly described within the text.
● When using embroidery data other than our original patterns, the thread or needle may break
when sewing with a stitch density that is too fine or when sewing three or more overlapping
stitches. In that case, use one of our original data design systems to edit the embroidery data.