Innov-is XV8550D

FAQs & Troubleshooting

FAQs & Troubleshooting

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

Tutorial videos for basic operations, various functions, accessories and maintenance.

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* The movies are the same as those built into the product.

 

1. Basic Operation

Basic Operation 01

Winding the bobbin thread

 

Basic Operation 02

Setting the bobbin

 

Basic Operation 03

Removing and attaching the presser foot

 

Basic Operation 04

Threading the upper thread

 

Basic Operation 05

Replacing the needle

 

 

2. Sewing Functions

Sewing Functions 01

Checking the needle location of the selected stitch with the actual fabric image on the screen

 

Sewing Functions 02

Edge sewing function

 

Sewing Functions 03

Pivot function

 

Sewing Functions 04

Automatic fabric sensor system

 

Sewing Functions 05

Preparing the bobbin thread for bobbin work (Sewing)

 

Sewing Functions 06

Creating bobbin work (Sewing)

 

Sewing Functions 07

Zigzag couching

 

 

3. Embroidery Basic Operation

Embroidery Basic Operation 01

Attaching the iron-on stabilizers (backing) to the fabric

 

Embroidery Basic Operation 02

Hooping the fabric in the embroidery frame

 

Embroidery Basic Operation 03

Attaching the embroidery foot

 

Embroidery Basic Operation 04

Attaching the embroidery unit

 

Embroidery Basic Operation 05

Attaching the embroidery frame

 

 

4. Embroidery Function

Embroidery Function 01

Creating bobbin work (Embroidery)

 

Embroidery Function 02

Aligning the embroidering position in the camera view window

 

Embroidery Function 03

Aligning the embroidering position using the built-in camera and the embroidery positioning sticker

 

Embroidery Function 04

Aligning the embroidery position while displaying the fabric as a background image for the pattern

 

Embroidery Function 05

Scanning the fabric and sewing the stippling pattern

 

Embroidery Function 06

Attaching the scanning frame for My Design Center with scan

 

Embroidery Function 07

Creating a pattern from the line drawings with Line Scan function

 

Embroidery Function 08

Creating a pattern from the color illustrations with Illustration Scan function

 

Embroidery Function 09

Creating a stippling design around an embroidery pattern (Simple stippling operation)

 

Embroidery Function 10

Creating a quilt with the stippling pattern around the embroidery pattern

 

 

5. Settings

Settings 01

Updating the machine's software

 

Settings 02

Adjusting the guideline marker position and the brightness of the guideline marker

 

Settings 03

Setting the camera needle position

 

 

6. Sensor Pen

Sensor Pen 01

Connecting the sensor pen to the machine and personalizing the sensor pen

 

Sensor Pen 02

Specifying the guideline marker position with the sensor pen

 

Sensor Pen 03

Specifying the needle drop position with the sensor pen

 

Sensor Pen 04

Specifying the stitching width and the stitch position with the sensor pen

 

Sensor Pen 05

Specifying the sewing end point with the sensor pen

 

Sensor Pen 06

Specifying the embroidering position with the sensor pen

 

 

7. Accessory

Accessory 01

Using the multi-purpose screwdriver

 

Accessory 02

Storing bobbin clips inside of the accessory case cover

 

Accessory 03

Attaching the embroidery foot "W+" with LED pointer and adjusting the brightness of the LED pointer

 

Accessory 04

Attaching the dual feed foot

 

Accessory 05

Adjusting the knee lifter handle position and attaching the knee lifter to the machine

 

Accessory 06

Attaching the presser foot with the included adapter

 

Accessory 07

Assembling the multi-function foot controller

 

 

8. Maintenance

Maintenance 01

Cleaning the race

 

 

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