Innov-is XJ1

FAQs & Troubleshooting

FAQs & Troubleshooting

Tutorial videos on how to use the machine [Video instructions]

Tutorial videos for basic operations, various functions and maintenance.

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  • The movies are the same as those built into the product.
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1. Basic Operation

Basic Operation (1-1)

Winding and setting the bobbin

Basic Operation (1-2)

Threading the upper thread

Basic Operation (1-3)

Changing the presser foot

Basic Operation (1-4)

Replacing the needle

Basic Operation (1-5)

Assembling and using the spool stand

 

 

2. Sewing

Sewing (2-1)

Basic Sewing

Sewing (2-2)

Settings for the presser foot or needle position when starting or stopping sewing

Sewing (2-3)

Automatic fabric sensor system

Sewing (2-4)

Adjusting the needle drop point with the guideline marker

Sewing (2-5)

Changing the start and end angles of the stitch pattern by using stitch tapering function

 

Note:

This feature is available on machines activated with the Upgrade kit I.

Sewing (2-6)

Sewing hand-look quilting stitch pattern

 

Note:

This feature is available on machines activated with the Upgrade kit I.

 

 

3. Embroidery

Embroidery (3-1)

Preparing the machine for embroidery and hooping the fabric in the embroidery frame

Embroidery (3-2)

Basic steps for embroidering patterns

Embroidery (3-3)

Color shuffling function

Embroidery (3-4)

Creating the stippling design around an embroidery pattern

Embroidery (3-5)

Using My Design Snap to position an embroidery design in Easy mode & Advanced mode

Embroidery (3-6)

Positioning using My Design Snap and an embroidery positioning sticker as reference point

Embroidery (3-7)

Embroidering couching patterns

 

Note:

This feature is available on machines activated with the Upgrade kit I.

Embroidery (3-8)

Deselect region setting

 

Note:

This feature is available on machines activated with the Upgrade kit I.

Embroidery (3-9)

Aligning the embroidery position using the 2-point embroidery positioning function with the LED pointer

 

Note:

This feature is available on machines activated with the Upgrade kit I.

Embroidery (3-10)

Placing the patterns repeatedly throughout the embroidery area using the matrix copy

 

Note:

This feature is available on machines activated with the Upgrade kit I.

Embroidery (3-11)

Magnetic Frame

 

Note:

The magnetic frame in the movie is the optional accessory to be purchased separately.
Before using this frame, make sure that your machine’s software has been updated to the latest version.

Embroidery (3-12)

My stitch monitor

 

Note:

This feature is available on machines activated with the Upgrade kit I.

 

 

4. My Design Center

My Design Center (4-1)

Creating a quilt with the stippling pattern around the embroidery pattern

My Design Center (4-2)

Drawing embroidery data on fabric

My Design Center (4-3)

Converting an image to embroidery data

My Design Center (4-4)

Converting a line drawing to embroidery data

My Design Center (4-5)

Converting an image on the smartphone to embroidery data

 

 

5. Settings

Settings (5-1)

Enabling a wireless network connection

 

 

6. Accessory

Accessory (6-1)

Attaching and using the dual feed foot

Accessory (6-2)

Attaching and using the compact dual feed foot

 

Note:

The compact dual feed foot is available as optional accessories to be purchased separately.

 

 

7. Maintenance

Maintenance (7-1)

Cleaning the race

Maintenance (7-2)

Upgrading the machine's software

Maintenance (7-3)

Updating the machine's software using a wireless LAN connection

 

Note:

This feature is available after updating the machine's software to version 2.0 or higher.

 

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