Scanning the Background Image

Create patterns by scanning fabric or an illustration, importing it into the machine, then displaying it as a background image.

1. Touch .

2. Touch [Image scan].

   

3. Using the magnets, affix a picture to the scanning frame and attach the frame to the machine. (Using the Scanning Frame)
   When scanning the fabric, attach the embroidery frame to the machine. (Attaching the Embroidery Frame)

4. Touch [Scan].

   

5. When the following message appears, touch [OK].

   
   • Scanning begins. When scanning is finished, scanned image is displayed transparently in the pattern drawing area.

6. Using the included dual purpose stylus, touch , and then draw lines to trace the image.

   Touch to magnify the pattern and use to move the canvas.

   For details on drawing lines, refer to Drawing Lines.

   1. Touch or to adjust the transparency of the background.

7. After editing the pattern, touch [Next] to specify the settings for pattern.

   For details on editing patterns, refer to Key Functions (IQ Designer).

8. Touch [Set] to display the embroidery edit screen.

   Refer to Specifying Individual Stitch Settings.