USER’S MANUAL TMCP-VF 1.To turn ON the power ........36 A video can be played on PDF. When the following title is pressed, it will 2.Preparation before embroidering....36 jump to a video page. 3.To input design to machine memory.... 40 Thread passing 4.To decide embroidery design (Data Setting) 46...
This manual may contain discrepancies in detailed specifications as compared with the actual production model. If you have any questions about this manual, consult your TAJIMA distributor. We believe that "BASICS TAJIMA EMBROIDERY MACHINES" and "MACHINE SETUP INSTRUCTIONS" are useful to deepen your knowledge about this product.
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Functional Limit Level (Operation Level) Various types of machine operations are controlled by each functional limit level. This functional limit level will limit some operation and it has the purpose to protect designs from taking out unnecessarily or prevent incorrect parameter setting. Functional Limit Level "1"...
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Table of contents Chapter 1 Items that must be followed carefully To use this machine safely ....................... 2 1-1. Warning ..........................2 1-2. Caution ..........................3 Warning labels..........................5 Checking before starting operation....................7 Chapter 2 Name and way to use of each part Name of each part ..........................
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Table of contents Chapter 4 How to operate To turn ON the power ........................36 Preparation before embroidering ....................36 2-1. To set fabric ......................... 36 2-2. Thread passing ........................37 To input design to machine memory....................40 3-1. To input design in USB memory to machine memory ............40 3-2.
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Table of contents 3-5. To move frame by inputing value (Input value for Frame Travel)........67 3-6. To make machine memorize frame origin (Absolute origin search) ........69 3-7. Resume operation when power is shut off (Power resume)..........70 Raising and lowering of needle bar ....................71 4-1.
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Table of contents Chapter 7 Convenient functions To move the frame to the position registered ................. 98 1-1. To move the frame automatically at the start and the end of embroidery (Automatic Offset)......................98 1-2. To delete frame position registered (Automatic offset deletion) ........100 1-3.
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Table of contents Chapter 8 Optional device Sequin Device ..........................130 1-1. To raise/lower all the Sequin devices of all heads at the same time ......... 130 1-2. To raise/lower Sequin devices individually ................ 131 1-3. To perform Color Change manually .................. 132 1-4.
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Table of contents 14 Halt before F.B./inching ..................... 148 15 R.P.M. limit by needle position .................. 148 2-3. Page P3 ..........................149 21 Thread trim length...................... 149 23 Sewing start return stitch ................... 150 24 Tie stitches......................... 151 25 Upper thread lock timing.................... 152 26 Upper thread detection ....................
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Table of contents 5 Satin Stitch (Expansion) (Input of a password is necessary) ........166 [73 Design Setting] ......................167 2 Condition data (Input of a password is necessary) ........... 167 [74 Frame Setting] ......................167 3 Frame weight (Input of a password is necessary)............. 167 4 Frame Travel Speed, Frame Stepping Method (Input of a password is necessary) .
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Table of contents 6 Display of main shaft stop position (Input of a password is necessary) ....180 7 Display of needle position angle (Input of a password is necessary) ......181 8 Time for detect power failure (Input of a password is necessary) ......182 9 Main Shaft Brake (Input of a password is necessary) ..........
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Table of contents Chapter 10 Outline of functions Condition data ..........................192 Offset Frame Travel........................193 2-1. Automatic Offset ........................ 193 2-2. Automatic free-setting offset....................194 2-3. Auto Color Change Offset ....................195 Trace ............................196 FS mode ............................197 4-1.
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Table of contents Chapter 12 Appendix Specification of the machine......................240 1-1. Electrical specifications...................... 240 1-2. Ambient noise level......................240 1-3. Machine weight........................240 Electrical system diagram (3-phase 200 to 220 V) ............... 241 Dip switch setting.......................... 247 3-1. IDU-13*card ........................247 3-2.
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What do you want to do from now ? Handling of each section I want to release the lock of the emergency stop switch. →Refer to "2-2. Emergency stop switch" of page 12. I want to change the frame travel speed. →Refer to "7-1.
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What do you want to do from now ? (11) I want to embroider repeatedly. →Refer to "3. To embroider repeatedly (Repeat)" of page 108. (12) After finish of embroidering, I want to move the frame to the front automatically. →Refer to "1-1.
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What do you want to do from now ? I want to return the frame to the start position in the middle of embroidering. →Refer to "3-3. To return frame to the start position (Start position return)" of page 66. I want to return the frame to registered position in the middle of embroidering.
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Chapter 1 Items that must be followed carefully 1. To use this machine safely ............2 2. Warning labels ................5 3. Checking before starting operation..........7 TP04...
To use this machine safely Chapter 1 To use this machine safely 1-1. Warning WARNING This machine is designed for industrial use. Use this machine for semi- or finished textile products and similar materials. Using the machine for other purposes must be avoided. Do not stand on the machine.
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To use this machine safely Chapter 1 WARNING Do not damage, modify or heat the power or other cables. Do not exert undue force to them, either. Otherwise the cables will be damaged causing fire and electric shock. Insert the power cable plug fully. If a metallic part etc. touches an electrode in the plug, it may cause fire and/or electric shock.
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To use this machine safely Chapter 1 CAUTION Control the operation noise in the environment. This machine is designed to reduce noise during operation. To improve the sound insulation performance in a factory still more, use the interior finish materials which show high sound insulating performance for the walls, ceiling, and floor of the factory.
Do not detach the warning label nor make them illegible by painting, etc. If the warning label is missed or damaged, contact your TAJIMA distributor. There could be danger of burning, death or severe injury due to electric shock. Persons except the service personnel designated by Tajima should not open the covers.
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Checking before starting operation Chapter 1 Checking before starting operation Before starting work, execute inspection (including cleaning, lubrication) of each part. Spot Check Covers Covers might be attached incorrectly. The thread might be passed incorrectly to each part.(→p.37) Upper thread The tension might be inadequate.
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Checking before starting operation Chapter 1 QS04...
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Chapter 2 Name and way to use of each part 1. Name of each part ..............10 2. How to use each part..............11 3. Tension base ................20 VN05...
Name of each part Chapter 2 Name of each part 1. Thread course 2. Spec. plate 3. Power switch(→p.11) 4. LAN port(→p.19) 5. Emergency stop switch(→p.12) 6. Operation panel(→p.18) 7. Color change system 8. Table lid 9. Border frame 10. Rotary hook base 11.
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How to use each part Chapter 2 How to use each part 2-1. Power switch When turning ON the power, set the power switch to "ON". When turning OFF the power, set this switch to "OFF". If the emergency stop switch is pressed or the power is shut off during operation, the power switch will be positioned at the middle.
How to use each part Chapter 2 2-2. Emergency stop switch CAUTION When performing this operation, do not put your hands, etc. on the table. Moving the frame could injure you. The emergency stop switch is equipped as a measure for safety. Pressing this switch during operation will turn OFF the power and stop the machine.
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How to use each part Chapter 2 After the electricity is connected and the power starts up, press icon G. Code No.2E3 will be reset. Code 2E3-03F1 Power failure during operation Press either one of following 2 icons according to embroidery condition. Pressing icon will cause the frame to move.
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How to use each part Chapter 2 During stop Move the bar switch to the right and release it Operation starts. immediately. Move the bar switch to the The machine will work slowly. right and hold it at that When released, the machine will run normally. position.
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How to use each part Chapter 2 b.You want to advance the frame. To advance the frame: This function makes the frame move to the direction which stitches advance with the needle bar stopped. Check if the current setting is Frame Forward (to advance the frame).(→p.27) Move the bar switch to the left according to the chart below.
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How to use each part Chapter 2 2-4. Table offset switch This operation facilitates threading by moving the frame to the rear (table offset position) at thread breakage. This switch is supported to some model only and equipped under the table. When you want to change the table offset position, refer to the detail page.(→p.156) Stop switch Start switch...
How to use each part Chapter 2 After threading CAUTION When returning the frame to the original position from the table offset position, do not use the bar switch. Moving the frame could injure you. The frame movement differs depending on the way of pressing the table offset switch, the start switch and the stop switch.
How to use each part Chapter 2 2-6. Operation panel Touch panel USB port Frame Travel key(→p.52) 2-7. USB port USB port USB memory UO02R...
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• When the software of the machine is upgraded Some type and/or capacity of the USB memory could not be used for this machine. In this case, buy the USB memory recommended by Tajima. For details, consult the distributor. CAUTION Do not turn ON the machine power with the USB memory connected to the operation panel.
Tension base Chapter 2 Tension base Left LED Right LED E switch A switch F switch B switch G1 switch C switch H2 switch D switch 3-1. Right and left LED Light blue Light blue It is ready to change to the main screen after turning ON the power. 3-2.
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Tension base Chapter 2 Unlit The needle bar is suspended. Orange Perform forced return stitches at the beginning of the next sewing. 3-3. Left LED If the frame is moved by the following operations at stop of the Blue machine in the middle of embroidery, left LED at tension bases of all heads will be lit in blue.
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Tension base Chapter 2 3-4. Direct command switch A switch Every time pressing A switch will change the color of the LED lamp. Green After returning the frame, do not perform repair stitches at Green: the next start of machine. After returning the frame, perform repair stitches at the next Red: start of machine.
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Tension base Chapter 2 c.When you want to perform forced return stitches at the beginning of the next sewing at the head where repair stitches are selected to perform (LED lamp lit in red), press A switch one time. In case of plural heads where repair stitches are selected to perform, press A switch at any one of these heads.
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Tension base Chapter 2 D switch Lower the needle bar and presser foot of the selected head. CAUTION When performing this operation, do not put your hands etc. near the needle or on the machine table. Moving down of the presser foot could injure you. D switch Pressing longer E switch...
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Basic screen Chapter 3 Basic screen 1-1. Main screen (Screen 1010) When the power is turned ON, the following screen will appear. From this screen, setting or operation will be started. 1. Screen number (1010) 2. Stop factor (It will be displayed during stop of the machine.) 3.
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Basic screen Chapter 3 11. Auto Color Change Offset(→p.103) 12. Current setting value of FB (Return the frame) / FF (Advance the frame) 13. Manual color change screen(→p.64) Numbers indicate the current needle bar 14. Manual operation screen(→p.63) 15. Current number of stitches 16.
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Basic screen Chapter 3 1-2. Design selection screen (Screen 2000) Select a design in the machine memory and perform the edit of design, the change of needle bar order, and setting of repeat. 1. Screen number (2000) 2. Design data stored in the machine memory Screen 2000 Screen 1010 3.
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Name: Alphabetical file name order T: TAJIMA format (DST) 13. Switch the screen to the next page or the T2: TAJIMA binary format (TBF) previous page. T3: TAJIMA integrated file (TCF) 14. If the folder is selected, the layer directory Depending on saving format of the design, the design will be returned to the upper one.
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G0003.CT0 Color Change Sequence, Start Position G0003.DGF Image data T2 (TBF) G0003.TBF Stitch data of TAJIMA binary format T (DST) G0003.DST Stitch data of TAJIMA ternary format [1] T3 design is unified by following four files. (TAJIMA binary format) (Condition data)
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Basic screen Chapter 3 1-4. Data set screen Select the design and enable to embroider. (Data set) Screen 1010 Design Free space 1. Setting for scaling up/down of design Data conversion X 120% Y 120% 0° 2. Setting of repeat Repeat Start position X -63.5...
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Basic screen Chapter 3 1-5. Needle bar selection screen (Screen 2010) Perform general settings about needle bar. 1. Screen number (2010) 2. Design being selected Screen 1010 Screen 2010 3. Red frame indication of the step Step that sewing condition was set at "Step unit setting"...
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Basic screen Chapter 3 When selecting the head group, the following display will appear. An example that "4H" is selected 1. Head group (→p.124, p.202) 2H, 3H, 4H, TE2H, selected head 2. Head Offset 3. Needle bar step 4. Head to embroider 5.
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Switching of code 2-2. To input character When inputting the character, select the character icon, and press icon G. Switching of large letter/small letter Cursor movement Design name: W-TAJIMA To return to previous screen Write file name. G001_TAJIMA_WORLD Delete Character icon...
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Chapter 4 How to operate 1. To turn ON the power ............... 36 2. Preparation before embroidering..........36 3. To input design to machine memory......... 40 4. To decide embroidery design (Data Setting) ......46 5. To decide embroidery mode ............. 48 6.
To turn ON the power Chapter 4 To turn ON the power CAUTION Do not turn ON the machine power with the USB memory connected to the operation panel. The system sometimes may not start up. When the power starts up, after the screen of software version displays, the main screen will appear. From this screen, setting or operation will be started.
Preparation before embroidering Chapter 4 2-2. Thread passing If the thread does not pass to each section correctly, it could cause trouble such as the deterioration of embroidery or the thread breakage, etc. Pass the thread correctly referring to the figure below. Place the thread cone on the thread stand blade.
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Preparation before embroidering Chapter 4 Put the thread into the groove of the tension stud. (Indicated by an arrow) To perform threading through the spiral tube, use the threader (accessory). Threading through spiral tube Groove Threader Spiral tube Groove SQ11...
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Preparation before embroidering Chapter 4 It is possible to perform threading easily by just It is possible to adjust the stroke of hooking the thread here. the thread take-up spring.(→p.232) (Snap-fit middle thread guide) After threading, adjust the thread tension. For the detail, refer to the separate manual "BASICS".
Icon A Icon B 1st design 2nd design Regarding the screen 3100 of the left figure, refer to the detail page.(→p.29) 56789 56789 W-TAJIMA W-TAJIMA stitch: 153 stitch: 153 If this icon is pressed, all designs will be selected. 56789 W-TAJIMA...
To input design to machine memory Chapter 4 To set When the numbers of designs exceed the machine memory 56789 W-TAJIMA capacity or the machine memory stitch: 153 capacity is not enough, the code No. 56789 W-TAJIMA stitch: 153 2BA will be displayed.
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To input design to machine memory Chapter 4 Turn ON the power of the personal computer, and start up DG/ML by Pulse. Turn ON the machine power, and set "1 Network" to "DG/ML[V1]".(→p.173) Icon A Icon C For DG/ML by Pulse, the icons below will appear.
To input design to machine memory Chapter 4 3-3. To input design in personal computer to machine memory (Using a bar code reader) Select the design (saved in DG/ML by Pulse) by the bar code reader and input it to the machine memory. Regarding the bar code reader, prepare a commercial item.
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To input design to machine memory Chapter 4 Read the bar code by using the bar code reader. The bar code can be read also from the following Bar codes can be printed by using the print screen. function of DG/ML by Pulse. Screen 2000 In addition, bar codes can be read also from the following screens.
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To input design to machine memory Chapter 4 If the bar code of the design to be embroidered next is read during machine operation, the preread design will be set at the end of the current embroidery design and then a yellow bar will be displayed. (Pre-reading of the next design) Yellow bar When performing the following operation, the yellow bar will disappear.
To decide embroidery design (Data Setting) Chapter 4 To decide embroidery design (Data Setting) CAUTION When performing this operation, do not put your hands, etc. on the table. Moving the frame could injure you. [How to operate] Example: Select one design from designs saved in the machine memory. Icon A Embroidery design To set...
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To decide embroidery design (Data Setting) Chapter 4 When some message is written for the design (****.TCF), the following screen will be displayed. To write some message into the design (****.TCF), DG15 by Pulse or later version is necessary. Display after data set Message S abcdefgh Message S...
To decide embroidery mode Chapter 4 To decide embroidery mode 5-1. To perform color change and start operation automatically According to usage order of needle bars, set "To perform" / "Not to perform" Color Change automatically. To sew with single color irrespective of using order, set "Auto Color Change" to "No". If "No" is selected at "Auto Color Change", it is not possible to set "Auto start"...
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To decide embroidery mode Chapter 4 [How to operate] Example: Set step 1 to needle bar No.4 and step 2 to needle bar No.6. Icon A Design Icon E Step 1, needle No.4 Step 2, needle No. 6 Regarding the screen 2010 of the left figure, refer to the detail page.
Items to check Chapter 4 Items to check 6-1. To check size of design and setting contents Main screen (1010) 1. Scale ratio of design (Horizontal) 1020 2. Scale ratio of design (Vertical) 3. Rotating angle of design 4. Reverse of design : Not to perform : To perform 5.
Items to check Chapter 4 6-2. To check the heads to be used Check if the right LED of the head to embroider lights up in green. When the right LED of the head to embroider is unlit, press A switch. The right LED at the head will lights up in green. Right LED A switch 6-3.
To move frame to start position Chapter 4 To move frame to start position 7-1. To move frame Perform this operation when moving the frame to the start position manually. Frame Travel key Rear Right Left Speed switching key If pressing this key, the frame travel speed will change. Front Low speed: Key will be unlit.
To move frame to start position Chapter 4 7-2. To check if design fits in embroidery space (Tracing) It is possible to check the size of the design by moving the frame along the design before embroidery. (→p.196) The position where tracing was executed will be the start position. CAUTION When performing this operation, do not put your hands, etc.
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To move frame to start position Chapter 4 When the start position is correct, the frame will move to the direction indicated by arrows from the start position and will stop after finishing Trace. (Fig. A) When the start position is incorrect, the frame will stop during operation and the error No. 225 will appear. Decide the start position again.
To start embroidering Chapter 4 To start embroidering CAUTION Before the start of the operation, pay enough attention to the surrounding safety. Moving the needle bar and/or the frame could injure you. Bar switch Stop Start When starting the operation, move the bar switch to the right side. To stop, move the bar switch to the left side.
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To start embroidering Chapter 4 Restart the embroidery by the following procedure. Thread the needle, or change the under thread (bobbin case). Threader (accessory) Bobbin case Attaching to rotary hook Return the frame for several repair stitches. When you start the machine, only the head with the thread breakage will start repair stitches from where the frame was returned.
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To start embroidering Chapter 4 [Procedure from thread breakage to repair stitches] a. After thread breakage occurs, the frame will move some stitches and then stop. Occurrence of thread breakage Position with missing stitches Embroidery direction Position where the frame stopped b.
To start embroidering Chapter 4 8-2. Completion of embroidery Destination of the frame movement differs depending on setting of the machine. Setting of Automatic Offset The frame will move to the offset position. The frame will not move. However, when Auto (→p.98) Origin Return has been set, the frame will move to the start position.
Chapter 5 Manual operation 1. To return frame, to advance frame ............60 2. Thread trimming, color change............63 3. Frame Travel ..................65 4. Raising and lowering of needle bar ...........71 5. Various functions ................73 VN05...
To return frame, to advance frame Chapter 5 To return frame, to advance frame To return frame (Frame back): The frame will be moved to the direction where stitches return with the needle bar stopped. When thread breakage occurs, perform Frame Back by a few stitches automatically.(→p.147) Current frame position TO advance frame (Frame forward): The frame will be moved to the direction where stitches advance with the needle bar stopped.
To return frame, to advance frame Chapter 5 1-2. To perform "To return frame", "To advance frame" Perform Frame Back or Frame Forward for all stitches being set together. CAUTION When performing this operation, do not put your hands, etc. on the table. Moving the frame could injure you.
To return frame, to advance frame Chapter 5 1-3. To perform "To return frame", "To advance frame" Perform Frame Back or Frame Forward by Stop code CAUTION When performing this operation, do not put your hands, etc. on the table. Moving the frame could injure you.
Thread trimming, color change Chapter 5 Thread trimming, color change 2-1. To trim thread It is possible to trim thread also by using the direct command switch (F switch).(→p.24) CAUTION When performing this operation, do not put your hands etc. near the needle or on the table.
Thread trimming, color change Chapter 5 2-2. To change color CAUTION When performing this operation, do not put your hands etc. around the needle bar case. Moving needle bar case could injure you. [How to operate] Example: Perform color change at 8th stitch. Icon E Needle bar No.
Frame Travel Chapter 5 Frame Travel 3-1. To move frame to registered position (Frame travel to optional position) Move the frame to the position registered by parameter "39 Optional position".(→p.157) CAUTION When performing this operation, do not put your hands, etc. on the table. Moving the frame could injure you.
Frame Travel Chapter 5 3-3. To return frame to the start position (Start position return) CAUTION When performing this operation, do not put your hands, etc. on the table. Moving the frame could injure you. [How to operate] Icon F Icon L Yes (Completed) OK to move a frame to start...
Frame Travel Chapter 5 3-5. To move frame by inputing value (Input value for Frame Travel) CAUTION When performing this operation, do not put your hands, etc. on the table. Moving the frame could injure you. [Explanation of screen] 1. Current frame position Selecting coordinates icon will change the indication.
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Frame Travel Chapter 5 + 60.0 Y + 0.0 Y - 85.0 X + 60.0 X + 60.0 X + 60.0 + 0.0 + 0.0 Y - 85.0 To set (Completed) TP12...
Frame Travel Chapter 5 3-6. To make machine memorize frame origin (Absolute origin search) The frame origin is a reference point to calculate the frame position. (Xa:0.0, Ya:0.0) Execute this function when moving the frame with the power turned OFF in changing frame etc. or when setting software frame limit.
Frame Travel Chapter 5 3-7. Resume operation when power is shut off (Power resume) When the power is shut off by the emergency stop switch or the power failure etc., returning the frame to the previous position will prevent the design from displacing.(→p.12) To perform origin return operation on the operation panel, follow the procedure below.
Raising and lowering of needle bar Chapter 5 Raising and lowering of needle bar 4-1. To lower needle bar Lower the needle bars selected now at all heads together. Use this function to make positioning of the frame before embroidering. CAUTION When performing this operation, do not put your hands etc.
Raising and lowering of needle bar Chapter 5 4-3. To lower needle bar to lower dead point Lower the needle bars selected now to the lower dead points at all heads together. Performing this operation will cause the needle stuck in the fabric. Use this function to embroider consecutively on the long fabric. CAUTION When performing this operation, do not put your hands etc.
Various functions Chapter 5 Various functions 5-1. To turn ON/OFF the LED lamp Icon F Icon e Icon F (Completed) Unlit 5-2. Machine log data Download Get the operation logs and the communication records. This function is for analyzing cause of some trouble of the machine.
Various functions Chapter 5 Machine log Icon B Save on operation panel Select new destination to save machine log. (Operation panel, USB memory) B Save into USB memory [1]Save the log datas into a CF (Compact Flash Memory) inside of the operation panel for 50 times.
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Chapter 6 Delete, save and edit of design 1. To delete design ............... 76 2. To save design, to change design name ........79 3. To edit design ................83 4. To copy, to divide and to combine design......... 91 QS04...
To delete design Chapter 6 To delete design 1-1. To delete design in machine memory by one design unit [How to operate] Icon A Design to delete Icon D To set Icon I If this icon is pressed, all designs will be selected. If this icon is pressed, selecting the design will be canceled.
To delete design Chapter 6 1-2. To delete plural designs in machine memory It is possible to delete designs without limit. [How to operate] Example: Delete two designs selected. Icon A 1st design Icon D 2nd design To set If this icon is pressed, all designs will be selected.
Example: Select two designs, then delete them. To set USB memory Icon A Icon B 1st design 2nd design If this icon is pressed, all 56789 56789 W-TAJIMA W-TAJIMA designs will be selected. stitch: 153 stitch: 153 If this icon is pressed, 56789 W-TAJIMA stitch: 153 selecting the design will be canceled.
To save design, to change design name Chapter 6 To save design, to change design name 2-1. To write design into a USB memory (Input of a password is necessary) It is possible to write designs into USB memory without limit. To use this function, it is necessary to set the functional limit level to "SEL"...
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When changing the file name, follow the procedure below. Change the file name of writing design 1. (Example: G0009) (10) (11) G0009 To set Design name: W-TAJIMA Design name: W-TAJIMA Design name: W-TAJIMA Write file name. Write file name. Write file name.
To save design, to change design name Chapter 6 2-2. To change saving place of design Move the saving place of the design saved in the machine memory. It is possible to change the saving place of the design without limit. [How to operate] Example: Select two designs and move them to the saving place "Group 2"...
Icon D To set Icon J To change design name Rename design data. TAJIMA_W Old name of design data: W-TAJIMA [1]Up to 8 characters can be set for a design name. To set (Completed) Rename design data. TAJIMA_W Old name of design data: W-TAJIMA...
To edit design Chapter 6 To edit design The design saved in the machine memory is targeted. To use this function, it is necessary to set the functional limit level to "SEL" by inputting a password.(→p.176) 3-1. To search stitch by specifying stitch No. [How to operate] Example: 480th stitch will be searched.
To edit design Chapter 6 3-2. To search stitch by specifying function code Correspondent function code to the machine and the movement are as shown in the chart below. Function Code Movement Detail Stitch Stitches will be sewn. Jumping will be performed. (Frame travel without Jump needle locating) Color Change...
To edit design Chapter 6 Jump, color change Selected item will be displayed as shown below. Stitch Jump Color Change Icon h, or Icon l (Completed) Stitches before the selected stitch will be searched. Stitches after the selected stitch will be searched. 3-3.
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To edit design Chapter 6 To set Icon M Input 480 480 +0.0 +0.0 (10) Icon j Insert (11) (12) (13) Upper/under threads To set (Completed) TP04...
To edit design Chapter 6 3-4. To delete a stitch (Input of the password is necessary) If the stitch having length is deleted, a design will displace hereafter. To use this function, it is necessary to set the functional limit level to "SEL" by inputting a password.(→p.176) [How to operate] Example: 480th stitch will be deleted.
To edit design Chapter 6 3-5. To modify a stitch (Input of the password is necessary) If stitch length after change is different from that before change, a design will displace hereafter. To use this function, it is necessary to set the functional limit level to "SEL" by inputting a password.(→p.176) [How to operate] Example: Modify the stitch code at 480th stitch to jump code.
To edit design Chapter 6 (11) To set (Completed) 3-6. To delete small stitch Fine stitches will be absorbed in before-and after stitches. This function is effective to reduce thread cast-off and thread breakage. It is possible to process designs in the same layer without limit. CAUTION The previous design will be overwritten after removing tiny stitches.
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To edit design Chapter 6 Icon L When the selected design is one design, icon b will appear. If you Two designs press icon b, the number of removable stitches will be displayed. Icon b 4: SQ2-5 To set Yes (Completed) 0.5 mm OK to execute Two designs clean-up?
To copy, to divide and to combine design Chapter 6 To copy, to divide and to combine design The design saved in the machine memory is targeted. 4-1. To copy design It is possible to copy designs without limit. [How to operate] Example: Select two designs and copy them in the saving place "Group 2"...
To copy, to divide and to combine design Chapter 6 4-2. To divide design Design can be divided at the specified stitch by this function. [How to operate] Example: Divide the design by the color change code of a design. CAUTION Previous design will be divided by this operation.
To copy, to divide and to combine design Chapter 6 To set Yes (Completed) The design of a memory No.4 will be divided to a memory No.4 and that OK to divide the design at 899 st? No.36 and saved in a example 4 >...
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To copy, to divide and to combine design Chapter 6 1st design When deleting 2nd design, press "DEL" key with selecting 2nd design. To copy a design, press "Insert" key while selecting a design. (10) (11) Icon F Start position Input X/Y coordinates of the start position with numerical key.
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To copy, to divide and to combine design Chapter 6 [How to operate] Example: Combine three designs. Icon A 1st design Icon D To set Icon P Icon E 2nd design To set Space of 3rd design (10) (11) (12) Icon E 3rd design To set...
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Chapter 7 Convenient functions 1. To move the frame to the position registered ......98 2. To change size of design/To change direction of design (Data conversion) ... 104 3. To embroider repeatedly (Repeat).......... 108 4. Advanced setting of the needle bar step ........ 113 5.
To move the frame to the position registered Chapter 7 To move the frame to the position registered 1-1. To move the frame automatically at the start and the end of embroidery (Automatic Offset) The frame will move automatically between offset position and start position so that replacement of the frame and the fabric to be stretched can be performed easily.
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To move the frame to the position registered Chapter 7 Start position Icon S Move the frame to the start position by pressing the frame travel key. Start position Offset middle position Move the frame to the offset middle position by pressing the frame travel key.
To move the frame to the position registered Chapter 7 1-2. To delete frame position registered (Automatic offset deletion) CAUTION When performing this operation, do not put your hands, etc. on the table. Moving the frame could injure you. [How to operate] Icon A Design Icon F...
Switch the screen to page P8, input the password and select "SEL".(→p.176) Decide the frame position by "Automatic offset".(→p.98) Icon A Design Icon D To set Icon M Input 480 480 +0.0 +0.0 56789 W-TAJIMA stitch: 153 (10) (11) Icon j Insert UO02...
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To move the frame to the position registered Chapter 7 (12) (13) (14) Icon q Automatic free-setting offset To set (Completed) QS08...
To move the frame to the position registered Chapter 7 1-4. To move frame at color change position during embroidery (Auto color change offset) Offset" will be inserted to the needle bar step by the operation of selecting needle bar. Then, the machine will stop at the color change position you desire, and perform thread trimming, and then the frame will move to the front (offset position) automatically during embroidery.
To change size of design/To change direction of design (Data conversion) Chapter 7 To change size of design/To change direction of design (Data conversion) When the rotation and the reversion are set at the same time, the data will be changed in order from the rotation to the reversion.
To change size of design/To change direction of design (Data conversion) Chapter 7 2-2. To rotate design [How to operate] Example: Rotate the design by 45° unit. (45° in this example) 45° Start position Icon A Design Icon F Icon m To set (Completed) 100% 100%...
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To change size of design/To change direction of design (Data conversion) Chapter 7 [How to operate] Example: Rotate the design by 1° unit. (5° in this example) 5° Start position Icon A Design Icon F Icon f 5° To set (Completed) 100% 100% 100%...
To change size of design/To change direction of design (Data conversion) Chapter 7 2-3. To reverse a design [How to operate] Example: Reverse the design. Start position Icon A Design Icon F To set (Completed) 100% 100% (50-200) (1-99) (50-200) (1-99) 100% 100%...
To embroider repeatedly (Repeat) Chapter 7 To embroider repeatedly (Repeat) When repeating the design changed size and direction, this function will repeat the design of shape enlarged/ reduced, rotated and reversed. 3-1. To repeat design by specifying vertical or horizontal and number of times [How to operate] Example: Horizontal: 3 times, Design interval amount: +50 mm...
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To embroider repeatedly (Repeat) Chapter 7 (10) Icon t 100% 100% (50-200) (1-99) (50-200) (1-99) 100% +50.0 100% +50.0 (±0.0) (±0.0) (50-200) (50-200) (1-99) (1-99) (0-359) (0-359) (±0.0) (±0.0) (X,Y) (X,Y) (p,q) (p,q) (11) (12) -60.0 To set (Completed) When repeating design to upper 100% 100% (50-200)
To embroider repeatedly (Repeat) Chapter 7 3-2. To arrange design automatically The machine will automatically calculate the number of designs that can be arranged within the embroidery space, then will perform embroidery. [How to operate] Example: Arrange the distance (horizontal) of the design to 50 mm, the distance (vertical) of the design to -60 mm and at the center.
To embroider repeatedly (Repeat) Chapter 7 3-3. To reverse design alternately The design being set repeat will be embroidered at odd Nth (number) time and even Nth time by reversing alternately. [How to operate] Example: Reverse based on X-axis. Icon A Design Icon F After that, set repeating time in horizontal and vertical, a distance and...
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To embroider repeatedly (Repeat) Chapter 7 Reverse based on Y-axis. Example: Priority in vertical Odd-numbered times Even-numbered times Rotate by 180°. Example: Priority in vertical Odd-numbered times Even-numbered times To set (Completed) 100% (50-200) (1-99) 100% 50.0 (50-200) (±0.0) (0-359) (1-99) 60.0 (±0.0)
Advanced setting of the needle bar step Chapter 7 Advanced setting of the needle bar step 4-1. To delete the needle bar selection setting [How to operate] Example: Delete the setting of needle bar selection at Step 4 to move up to the setting of after. Icon A Design Icon E...
Advanced setting of the needle bar step Chapter 7 4-2. To insert a new setting in the needle bar selection setting [How to operate] Example: Insert step after Step 4 to move down to the setting of after. Icon A Design Icon E Step 4...
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Advanced setting of the needle bar step Chapter 7 After setting, press icon. Page P1 2015 Enlarged Revolution Limit 1100 rpm (250-1100 rpm) Auto Jump (2.0-9.9 mm,No:A) 875 st. Jump Convert Yes 3J (No,Yes1-9J) Jump 14 st. Seq1 52 Seq2 38 Thread breakage detection (No, Yes, Boring) Return / Tie stitches...
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Advanced setting of the needle bar step Chapter 7 Stitching conditions are as shown in the chart below. Page P1 Stitching condition Setting range Revolution Limit 250 rpm to Maximum r.p.m. of machine Auto Jump 2.0-9.9 mm, No:A Jump Convert No, Yes1-9J Thread breakage detection No, Yes, Boring...
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Advanced setting of the needle bar step Chapter 7 Step 5 Icon F Needle bar No. 9 Revolution Limit To set Revolution Limit Revolution Limit Revolution Limit 1100 rpm 700 rpm 700 rpm (10) (11) Icon A To set (Completed) Revolution Limit VN05...
Advanced setting of the needle bar step Chapter 7 4-4. To replace specified needle bar No. with another needle bar No. in a batch (Needle bar conversion) [How to operate] Example: Replace the needle bar No.8 to the needle bar No.6 in a batch. Step No.
To select working head to embroider (Head selection) Chapter 7 To select working head to embroider (Head selection) 5-1. To set pattern No. in every needle bar step Read "Outline of function" before operation.(→p.206) The value being set in the detail page will be applied as the pattern No.(→p.120) [How to operate] Example: Set the pattern No.
To select working head to embroider (Head selection) Chapter 7 (10) (11) (12) Needle bar step 3 To set (Completed) P1 3 P3 3 P3 3 P3, 8 P13, 18 5-2. To set working head for each pattern [How to operate] Example: Set working head for each pattern No.
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To select working head to embroider (Head selection) Chapter 7 1, 4, 7 in P3 To set After that, perform the data set for this design. UO02...
To select working head to embroider (Head selection) Chapter 7 5-3. To activate the odd-numbered head or the even-numbered head only. [How to operate] Example: Suspend the odd-numbered head and activate the even-numbered head only. Icon E Icon h Suspend the odd-numbered head.
Needle bar color Chapter 7 Needle bar color 6-1. To change the needle bar color [How to operate] Example: Change the needle bar No.1 to yellow, and the needle bar No.5 to black. Icon A Design Icon E Icon C Needle bar No.
Head group Chapter 7 Head group This function groups heads (2 to 4 heads) and perform embroidery. This function enables embroidering big sized design or color scheme exceeding the original number of stitches. For this function, refer to the detail page.(→p.202) [How to operate] Example: Embroider at Head Group 2H.
Marking Chapter 7 Marking It makes basting data (marking design) for positioning material to be embroidered in applique, placing embroidery, etc. Fabric for put-on embroidery Marking After setting Marking, the marking design will be registered automatically into a free number of the design selection screen (Screen 2000) as "M-".For this function, refer to the detail page.
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Marking Chapter 7 To set Icon R Icon h With design Icon j To set Point Point With design (10) (11) Point 1 Move the frame to the point 1 by pressing the frame travel key. Point 1 Start position It is also possible to input coordinates by using numerical keys.
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Marking Chapter 7 (14) (15) Point 3 Move the frame to the point 3 by pressing the frame travel key. Point 3 (16) (17) (18) To set 5.0 (mm) To set (Completed) 5.0 mm 5.0 mm UO02...
Sequin Device Chapter 8 Sequin Device 1-1. To raise/lower all the Sequin devices of all heads at the same time This function can be operated only when the needle bar equipped with the Sequin Device is selected. CAUTION When performing this operation, keep your hands, face etc. away from the needle bar case.
Sequin Device Chapter 8 [How to operate] Example: Raise the Sequin Device. Icon F Icon e Icon X Yes (Completed) OK to raise the Sequin? 1-2. To raise/lower Sequin devices individually This function supports ESQ-C only. CAUTION When performing this operation, keep your hands, face etc. away from the needle bar case.
Sequin Device Chapter 8 1-3. To perform Color Change manually This function supports ESQ-C only. CAUTION When performing this operation, keep your hands, face etc. away from the needle bar case. The moving Sequin Device could injure you. It is possible to operate only when the machine stops. This function can be operated only when the needle bar equipped with the Sequin Device is selected.
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Sequin Device Chapter 8 Step 6 Icon u If icon u is pressed, the display of the needle bar icon of the 1st needle will be switched. To reverse Needle bar No. 1 If the needle bar No.1 is pressed, step 6 will be switched on the display as shown below.
[How to operate] Example: Reverse sequin embroidery of the right side Sequin Device in a batch. Icon A Design Icon D To set Icon S 56789 W-TAJIMA stitch: 153 To set (Completed) After that, perform the data set for this design. UO02R...
Automatic Lubrication System Chapter 8 Automatic Lubrication System 2-1. To operate Lubrication System While the machine is stopped, operate the lubrication system manually and lubricate to the rotary hook or the inside of head. [How to operate] Icon F Icon e Icon T Type to lubricate the rotary hook and the inside the head.
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Chapter 9 Parameter (Setting item) [Important] About parameter display on the operation panel All parameters are explained in this chapter. However, some parameters, which could affect embroidery quality if they are changed easily, are set to be hidden at shipment and they can not be changed.
To hide all parameters Chapter 9 Display setting of parameter This machine is shipped as the functional limit level "1". Display or hide parameters by the following operation according to the necessity of your use. 1-1. To hide all parameters From the state of the functional limit level "1", we explain operating method hereafter.
To display the desired parameter only. Chapter 9 1-2. To display the desired parameter only. From the state of the functional limit level "1", we explain operating method hereafter. [An example of operation] You want to display only "1 Auto Color Change (AC)" and "2 Auto Start". Icon G Press P6 twice.
To hide the desired parameter only. Chapter 9 (12) (13) To set Icon A (Completed) 2 Functional limit level 2 Functional limit level 1-3. To hide the desired parameter only. From the state of the functional limit level "1", we explain operating method hereafter. [An example of operation] You want to hide only "9 Auto Jump"...
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To hide the desired parameter only. Chapter 9 (10) (11) 9 Auto jump 10 Jump Convert To set 9 Auto jump 9 Auto jump 9 Auto jump 10 Jump Convert 10 Jump Convert 10 Jump Convert (12) (13) To set Icon A (Completed) 2 Functional limit level 2 Functional limit level...
To display all parameters. Chapter 9 1-4. To display all parameters. From the state of the functional limit level "1", we explain operating method hereafter. Icon G Press P6 twice. Icon S 1 Auto Color Change (AC) 2 Functional limit level Press twice.
Page P1 Chapter 9 Parameter 2-1. Page P1 [How to switch to page P1] Icon G Page P1 1 Auto Color Change (AC) 1 Auto Color Change (AC) This is the setting to change the color automatically according to "Color change sequence". Setting range 1 Auto Color Change Yes: Auto Color Change is performed.
Page P1 Chapter 9 3 Auto start at same color This is the setting to start the operation automatically even if the same needle bar is selected before and after color change. Setting range Yes: Auto start is performed. 3 Auto start at same color No: Auto start is not performed.
Page P1 Chapter 9 6 Total Stitch Counter Display the number of stitches embroidered, the number of designs and remaining amount to Preset Halt from start of operation to now. 6 Total Stitch Counter 7 Start inching After stopping the machine during embroidery, set the number of times of lowering the needle bar at slow operation performing when the operation starts again.
Page P1 Chapter 9 9 Auto jump It is the setting to jump automatically when the stitch length is longer than the set value. When the setting of Auto jump has been changed by "Step unit setting" individually, the value of "Step unit setting will take the priority.
Page P2 Chapter 9 2-2. Page P2 [How to switch to page P2] Icon G Page P2 1 Auto Color Change (AC) 11 F.B./F.F. Stitch unit 3 st. 11 F.B./F.F. Stitch unit Set frame feed amount when performing Frame back or Frame forward by 11 stitches or more. Setting range: 1, 3, 5 stitches 11 F.B./F.F.
Page P2 Chapter 9 13 Overlap Frame Back Set a start position of embroidering at all heads after Frame back. Setting range Yes: All heads start embroidery. 13 Overlap Frame Back If "Yes" is selected, set All Head Sewing Start Point. All heads start embroidering from the position where is one stitch prior to the start position of Frame back.
Page P3 Chapter 9 2-3. Page P3 [How to switch to page P3] Icon G Page P3 1 Auto Color Change (AC) 21 Thread trim length 21 Thread trim length Adjust the remaining length of the upper thread after thread trimming by all needles in a batch or by needle bar unit.
Page P3 Chapter 9 23 Sewing start return stitch Set the number and the stitch length of Return stitches to be executed at start of embroidery by all needles in a batch or by unit of needle bar. When the setting of Return stitches has been changed by "Step unit setting" individually, the value of "Step unit setting"...
Page P3 Chapter 9 24 Tie stitches Set the pattern and the stitch length of Tie stitches to be executed before thread trimming by all needles in a batch or by unit of needle bar. When the setting of Tie stitches has been changed by "Step unit setting" individually, the value of "Step unit setting"...
Page P3 Chapter 9 25 Upper thread lock timing Set the remaining length of the upper thread at start of embroidery (Release) and at thread trimming (Lock). Setting range Release Release: A, B, C Lock: A, B, C Lock 25 Upper thread lock timing Upper thread is easy to remain Upper thread is hard to remain Upper thread lock...
Page P3 Chapter 9 27 Under thread detection Unit Set how many consecutive times of detecting of "Step ratio" described later are regarded as thread breakage by all needles in a batch or by needle bar unit. When the setting of Thread breakage detection has been changed by "Step unit setting" individually, the value of "Step unit setting"...
Page P3 Chapter 9 29 Auto origin return This is the setting to return the frame to start position after embroidery is finished. Setting range Yes: Return to the start position. No: Start position is not returned. 29 Auto origin return 30 Return the frame after manual frame travel This is the setting to return the frame to the previous position by the bar switch or the start switch operation after moving the frame during embroidery.
Page P4 Chapter 9 2-4. Page P4 [How to switch to page P4] Icon G Page P4 1 Auto Color Change (AC) 32 Language Switch the language display of screen. English 32 Language 33 Preset Halt by stitches This is the setting to stop the machine automatically when the number of stitches are reached to setting value.
Page P4 Chapter 9 35 Preset Halt by Designs This is the setting to make the machine to stop automatically when the cumulative number of embroidery designs is reached. Setting range: 0 to 999 designs After stop, "1D2" will be displayed. 35 Preset Halt by Designs 36 Preset Halt by Lubrication This is the setting to stop the machine automatically when the main shaft r.p.m.
Page P4 Chapter 9 39 Optional position Register the desired frame position. Setting range: Embroidery space Example: Register the frame position. 39 Optional position Frame Travel If "Yes" is selected, X/Y coordinates from frame origin will be displayed. 40 Needle Bar Color Color the design on the operation panel according to the color of thread to use actually.
Page P5 Chapter 9 2-5. Page P5 [How to switch to page P5] Icon G Page P5 1 Auto Color Change (AC) 41 Lubrication cycle 50 x 41 Lubrication cycle Set the cycle (number of stitches) that Automatic lubrication system will lubricate the rotary hook. Setting range: 0 to 9,999 (x 1,000 stitches) 41 Lubrication cycle 50 x...
Page P5 Chapter 9 43 Sequin feed amount (R) Set sequin feed amount of Sequin Device at the right side. Setting range ESQ-C: 3.0 to 9.9 mm 43 Sequin feed amount (R) SQ4: 3.0 to 23.0 mm The left figure is an display example when the type of sequin is "ESQ- C".(→p.170) Icon S will not be displayed in case of "SQ4".
Page P5 Chapter 9 44 Sequin feed amount (L) Set sequin feed amount of Sequin Device at the left side. Setting range ESQ-C: 3.0 to 9.9 mm 44 Sequin feed amount (L) SQ4: 3.0 to 23.0 mm The left figure is an display example when the type of sequin is "ESQ-C".(→p.171) Icon S will not be displayed in case of "SQ4".
Page P5 Chapter 9 45 Auto lifting - Sequin device Set to raise/not to raise Sequin device at frame stepping, at thread breakage or when sequin chip runs out. Setting range At frame stepping Frame stepping Move up Sequin device at frame stepping. Yes: 45 Auto lifting - Sequin device Do not move up Sequin device at frame stepping.
Page P5 Chapter 9 46 Boring step Set Frame Movement at Boring step. Setting range Step 1 Data processing should not be performed. Do not perform Step 1: Data Conversion at Step 1. 46 Boring step Delete the frame travel data in the design data, and Step 2: generate the frame travel data in the machine.
Page P7 Chapter 9 2-6. Page P7 To change the parameter explained in page P7, it is necessary to input a password. For details, consult the distributor. [How to switch to page P7] Icon G Press P6 twice. Icon S 1 Auto Color Change (AC) 2 Functional limit level Press twice.
Page P7 Chapter 9 (13) Page P7 71 R.P.M. setting [71 R.P.M. setting] 1 Speed change data Set a stitch length that switches from high speed to low speed. Setting range: 1.0 to 4.0 mm 1 Speed change data 1.0 mm 2 Low speed r.p.m.
Page P7 Chapter 9 3 Start/ATH inching r.p.m. (Input of a password is necessary) Start inching r.p.m. After data set or after thread trimming, set the start inching r.p.m. after stopping the machine in the middle of embroidery ATH Inchings Set ATH inching r.p.m.
Page P7 Chapter 9 3 Satin Stitch (area) (Input of a password is necessary) Set a target range of Satin Stitch (Expansion). When the setting of Satin stitch (area) has been changed by "Step unit setting" individually, the value of "Step unit setting"...
Page P7 Chapter 9 [73 Design Setting] 2 Condition data (Input of a password is necessary) When you register the design saved in the USB memory into the machine memory, set whether the condition data (Color change sequence, Start position) are registered together with the design into the machine memory or not.(→p.192) Setting range 2 Condition data...
Page P7 Chapter 9 5 Frame start timing(Input of a password is necessary) CAUTION When changing the value, consult the distributor. Some operating condition could cause occurrence of bad effect in embroidery. Set the main shaft angle where the frame starts moving. Setting range -30 to +30: Frame start timing 5 Frame start timing...
Page P7 Chapter 9 3 Sensitivity of ATH error detection (Input of a password is necessary) Set the sensitivity of ATH error detection after thread trimming. Setting range Skip stitches Skip stitches (It will not be detected by cam type ATH.) 3 Sensitivity of ATH error detection 0: Do not detect error.
Page P7 Chapter 9 [76 Stop position] 1 Stop at Lower Dead Point (Input of a password is necessary) This is the setting to stop (Stop at lower dead point the machine at end of embroidery with the needle stuck. Setting range 1 Stop at Lower Dead Point Yes: Stop at Lower Dead Point is performed.
Page P7 Chapter 9 2 Sequin device (L) (Input of a password is necessary) Set whether Sequin device (L) will be equipped or not and the type of the device. Setting range ESQ-C 2 Sequin device (L) ESQ-C: ESQ-C SQ4: Sequin device IV No: Without sequin device 3 Insertion of jump at sequin (Input of a password is necessary) This is the setting to insert one stitch of non-data jump code just before or after sequin feed.
Page P7 Chapter 9 8 Air Pressure Sensor (Input of a password is necessary) Set to equip/not to equip an air compressor. Setting range Yes: Air compressor is equipped. No: Air compressor is not equipped. In this function, when option that needs air compressor is equipped, 8 Air Pressure Sensor select "Yes".
Page P7 Chapter 9 18 Seed Beads Device (Input of a password is necessary) Set whether Seed beads device is mounted or not. Setting range Yes: Bobbin changer is equipped. No: Bobbin changer is not equipped. 18 Seed Beads Device [78 Optional device (Software)] 1 Network (Input of a password is necessary) Set whether network connection with DG/ML by Pulse is performed or not and IP address, etc.
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Page P7 Chapter 9 [Page P2] DG/ML [V1] Sidekick [V2] DNS1 192.168.100. 1 Automatic Automatic Automatic DS_IP 192.168.100. 2. DC_IP 192.168.100. 12 Periodic comm. Yes[1]: IP address of DNS1 server Yes[2]: IP address of DNS2 server No: Bobbin changer is not equipped. Auto: Search IP address of the host PC side automatically.
Page P8 Chapter 9 2-7. Page P8 Page P8 shows the operation that has the purpose to perform the maintenance of the machine by the service personnel of your distributor. To change the parameter, it is necessary to input a password. For details, consult the distributor.
Page P8 Chapter 9 [84 Password (functional limit)] 1 Password (Functional limit level) (Input of a password is necessary) Change the password. Select the password from 4 to 8 digits alphanumeric characters. For details of the password, consult the distributor. 1 Password (Functional Limit) 2 Functional limit level Change the operation level (1, 2, SEL).
Page P8 Chapter 9 2 Total number of thread breakage (Input of the password is necessary) Display the number of thread breakage of upper thread/under thread by head unit. 2 Total number of thread breakage 3 Error stack (Input of a password is necessary) Display errors that have ever occurred and time of occurrence on the operation panel.
Page P8 Chapter 9 4 Memory Process (Input of a password is necessary) Deal the data in the machine memory. CAUTION If "Memory initialize" is executed, the design data, general setting data and the set amount of "86 Machine Condition" will be deleted. Setting range Backup Backup...
Page P8 Chapter 9 5 Machine log data Download (Input of password is necessary) Get the operation logs and the communication records. This function is for analyzing cause of some trouble of the machine. When your distributor asks to get log datas, send datas to your distributor saving log data information in the USB memory by the following operation.
Page P8 Chapter 9 7 Display of needle position angle (Input of a password is necessary) Display the value of the color change potentiometer and set the ball-screw type color change system. CAUTION If icon q or r is selected, color change will be performed. Do not put your hands etc. near the needle bar case.
Page P8 Chapter 9 8 Time for detect power failure (Input of a password is necessary) Set the machine movement when the power is shut off momentarily. Setting range Short Short When the power is shut off momentarily, the machine will stop at the fixed position.
Page P8 Chapter 9 13 Automatic frame travel speed (Input of a password is necessary) Perform fine adjustment of frame travel speed at offset frame travel. Setting range 100: 80 to 150 mm/second Automatic frame travel speed 200: 180 to 220 mm/second The value here will be reflected in "4 Frame Travel Speed"...
Page P8 Chapter 9 17 Sequin chip feed (Input of a password is necessary) This is the setting to feed sequin chips one by one with the tension base switch. It is possible to operate only when the needle bar equipped with Sequin device is selected. Example: Feed out sequin ship of 3rd head.
Page P8 Chapter 9 [86 Machine condition] CAUTION The setting items described below are already set at shipment. Therefore, do not change these settings. Wrong setting could cause trouble in movements of the machine. 1 Machine type, machine number (Input of a password is necessary) Set the machine number and the machine type.
Page P8 Chapter 9 4 Frame spec. (Input of a password is necessary) Set Frame spec. It is set when the machine is shipped. Therefore, it is unnecessary to set again. 4 Frame spec. 5 Overlap (Input of a password is necessary) Set Overlap width between heads.
Page P8 Chapter 9 11 Frame weight level (Input of a password is necessary) Set frame weight level. Data adjusted at various length according to the frame weight level will be registered. Setting range 11 Frame weight level L1 ~ L9, T1 ~ T3 To return to the initial value, refer to the label stuck on the position as shown below figure.
Page P8 Chapter 9 13 Y Stitch Length Adjustment (Input of the password is necessary) Perform fine adjustment of stitch length according to its length. Setting range 1 to 12: Applicable stitch length (mm) 13 Y Stitch Length Adjustment -60 to +60: Increasing/decreasing amount Decrease Increase 14 X Stitch Length Adjustment (FS mode) (Input of the password is necessary)
Page P8 Chapter 9 [87 Panel setting] 1 Sound volume (Input of a password is necessary) Adjust a sound volume of a buzzer. Setting range 1 Sound volume 80 to 100 (%) Sound volume To lower To raise UO02R...
Condition data Chapter 10 Condition data When a design saved in the USB memory is registered into the machine memory, it is possible to register the condition data (three items below) together with the design into the machine memory. However, the design is limited to "T2"...
Offset Frame Travel Chapter 10 Offset Frame Travel 2-1. Automatic Offset The frame will move to the registered position (Offset position) automatically after completion of embroidery. The frame will move to the start position automatically after starting the machine operation. [Examples of use] The frame will move to the offset position automatically after completion of embroidery.
Offset Frame Travel Chapter 10 2-2. Automatic free-setting offset In addition to the function of "Automatic offset" described previously, the frame will move to the position registered (Offset position) automatically at the free-setting point in the middle of embroidery. The frame will move to the free-setting point after starting the machine.
Offset Frame Travel Chapter 10 2-3. Auto Color Change Offset In addition to the function of "Automatic offset" described previously, the frame will move to the position registered (Offset position) automatically at the color change point in the middle of embroidery. The frame will move to the color change point after starting the machine.
Trace Chapter 10 Trace The frame will move along a periphery of the design from the start position. When automatic offset is set, the frame will move to → 1 Offset position → 2 Middle position → 3 Start position → 4 Periphery → 3 Start position →...
FS mode Chapter 10 FS mode Operation of this function will improve finish of sewing even in case of using badly passing thread (the tinsel, the thick thread) or loosely twisted thread. (Conventional ratio) This function is specially effective for the embroidery using loosely twisted thread that was improper for the embroidery machine.
FS mode Chapter 10 4-1. Sewing comparison Sewing comparison by the difference between standard mode and FS mode Thread type: Rayon 300 d/1 Standard mode FS mode QS04...
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FS mode Chapter 10 Sewing comparison by the difference of threads Sewing samples (A, B, C) as below are embroidered by FS mode. It is possible to embroider like samples A, B even if loosely twisted thread is used. If the sample A and B (specially A) are embroidered by standard mode, problems such as fluffing and looping could occur.
FS mode Chapter 10 4-2. To improve embroidery results further We prepares the following optional parts to improve embroidery results further. Select the optional parts according to the embroidery condition such as the thread and the fabric. The parts below (1) to (3) are not the set parts. Before using the product, please understand [Note], and consult the distributor.
FS mode Chapter 10 Needle plate Part name Part No. NEEDLE PLATE :2.5 MM DIA./34 MM DIA. x 050340540000 DENT 0.5MM In case the thread tension is bad when using badly passing thread, attach this needle plate. Then, the thread tension will be improved. [Note] Skip stitches or thread breakage may occur on a highly elastic fabric.
Head group Chapter 10 Head group This function groups heads (2 to 4 heads) and perform embroidery. This function enables embroidering big sized design or color scheme exceeding the original number of stitches. 5-1. Outline [How to switch the screen] Screen 1010 Refer to the figure below.
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Head group Chapter 10 An example when using "2H" When performing embroidery of 18 colors by using 9-needle machine Frame spec.: D 18 colors When embroidering one design in an embroidery space of two heads Step 1 will be embroidered by 1H (2H will be suspended) and step 2 will be embroidered by 2H (1H will be suspended).
Head group Chapter 10 5-2. An example when using head group When this function is not adapted to "Frame Spec." of the machine, it is not possible to select head offset (H.OF No is the fixed value). All heads Perform all heads sewing (usual embroidery). Step 1 Step Needle bar No.
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Head group Chapter 10 TE2H It is possible to set "TE2H" only when frame spec. of the machine is T, Q, TE or T2E. In addition, "H.OF YES" is the fixed value of Head Offset (it is not possible to change). In case of T or Q, the last some heads may not be able to perform embroidery (it differs depending on the number of heads).
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Head group Chapter 10 Selected head Use this function when you want to select the working heads for each Needle Bar Step. [Head selecting screen (Screen 2010)] Set the pattern No. for the Needle Bar Step on this screen. The pattern No. will be displayed as P1 to P20, and it is possible to select the working heads for each pattern.
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Head group Chapter 10 [Pattern setting screen (Screen 2015)] Set the working head and the suspended head for each pattern from P1 to P20. [How to switch the screen] Screen 1010 [Selected head] Screen 2015 8th head 3rd head 2nd head 1st head Pattern No.
Marking Chapter 10 Marking 6-1. Outline Marking includes "Point" and "Contour". (The figure below is an example.) Contour Point Marking setting screen Point With design There are following setting patterns of Marking (1 to 4 in the figure below). Use the pattern according to the necessity of your use.
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Marking Chapter 10 1. Marking design name 4: M-TAJIMA01 4: M-TAJIMA01 Current position Xa +146.8 Ya +230.2 D. Start Xa +77.2 Ya +265.2 Memory No. Point 4 Xr +69.6 Yr -35.0 2. To return 3. To return by one point 4.
Marking Chapter 10 6-2. An example of using Marking In case of marking with the design, automatic free-setting offset will be automatically set after marking. In case of marking data only, automatic free-setting offset will not be set. When the marking points are set with 2 to 10 spots, those points will be automatically converted to stitch data.
Troubleshooting Chapter 11 Troubleshooting When the machine stops during operation, an error code will be displayed on the screen. When the machine stops during operation and a code No. is displayed on the screen, cope with the trouble according to the code chart described below. Code 223-00 Frame Too Far Front 1-1.
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Troubleshooting Chapter 11 Cord Stop factor Corrective Action Halt at Frame Back start point Machine stopped by the halt setting at the start Perform "Start operation" to continue the point of embroidery for all heads after Frame Back embroidery. operation. Preset Halt Reset by pressing the reset key.
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The same values (+ and -) of the design data TAJIMA Complement error are valid at the same time. Correct the design Complement error detected in TAJIMA data. data. Data found in end code Delete "X/Y moving amount of the end code" of Data is found in end code.
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Troubleshooting Chapter 11 Cord Stop factor Corrective Action Memory read error Check/replace the operation panel. Memory cannot be read. Operate after coming out of parameter setting Insufficient program setting screen/the other setting screens/manual operation screen. Operation of the machine was performed during Do not operate the machine during working of working of bobbin changer.
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Troubleshooting Chapter 11 Cord Stop factor Corrective Action Move the needle position within the set range. 383-01 Needle position error Check/replace the potentiometer (the needle position sensor) or the color change encoder. Check/replace the photo interrupter (1-rotation One-turn signal is not detected sensor) and color change encoder.
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Troubleshooting Chapter 11 Cord Stop factor Corrective Action Turn OFF/ON the main power. Check/replace Logger communication error 6B3- the Logger card. Turn OFF/ON the main power. Install the Communication error 6B5- system software. Check/replace each card. SHT connection error Connect the harness for SHT control. Preset Halt After lubricating the necessary spots, reset the Machine stopped by the preset halt (Lubrication)
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Troubleshooting Chapter 11 Cord Stop factor Corrective Action Verify error Perform writing again. Abnormal Stitch Data found on Media. Replace with a memory media with enough Memory capacity insufficient error remaining capacity. Then, by pressing the reset key, the operation will continue. TP12...
Troubleshooting Chapter 11 1-2. When the machine does not sew well Thread breakage Cause Corrective Action Adjust tension. Upper thread (120 to 140 g), under thread Improper thread tension (20 to 30 g) Poor thread flow Use silicone. Direction of needle is bad or needle bents. Adjust to face to the front or to the right a bit.
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Troubleshooting Chapter 11 Embroidery results not good Cause Corrective Action Adjust tension. Upper thread (120 to 140 g), under thread Improper thread tension (20 to 30 g) Poor thread flow Use silicone. Density of design data does not match with Correct data.
If the machine needs "repairs",the repairs must be done only by the service personnel assigned and trained by Tajima or qualified technician (consult your distributor.) When starting operation again, attach all the detached covers as they originally were.
Maintenance Chapter 11 2-1. Cleaning WARNING When performing cleaning, be sure to turn OFF the power switch. You could be injured seriously by being entangled in the machine. Clean each section by using a cleaning tool or an air compressor, etc. on the market. Rotary hook, ATH Cleaning cycle: Every day Use an air compressor.
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Maintenance Chapter 11 1st tension, head Cleaning cycle: Once/week First tension Thread presser Second tension Rotary tension disk Thread presser Thread presser Presser foot VN05...
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Maintenance Chapter 11 X-axis drive system, Y-axis drive system Cleaning cycle: Once/week Y-axis drive system Viewing the machine from the top X-axis drive system Use an air compressor. TP04...
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Maintenance Chapter 11 Filter (Controller) Cleaning cycle: Once/week When you neglect to clean filter, inside temperature could become higher due to clogging to cause malfunctioning. Regarding cleaning of filter, usually use a cleaner to vacuum up dust. When the filter is contaminated too much (by oil spots, powder dust etc.), it is also possible to perform water washing using neutral detergent.
To perform lubrication, turn OFF the power switch. You may sustain severe injuries by being caught in the machine. CAUTION Use only Tajima s genuine TF oil or equivalent (Viscosity grade = VG20). Rotary hook Lubrication cycle: Once/5 to 6 hours To lubricate, use the oiler.
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Maintenance Chapter 11 Head Lubrication cycle: Once/week Lubricating spot Needle bar drive shaft (Either one spot) Needle bar (spot indicated by red mark) Lubrication hole of connecting part Needle bar (all needles) Lubrication hole of needle bar lever Wick of stepped pin VN05...
CAUTION Use a grease specified(described below) by TAJIMA or equivalent to keep the lubricity inside of the head normally. Use of the grease except these could cause trouble due to deterioration of the lubricity. Regarding how to obtain it, consult the distributor.
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Maintenance Chapter 11 Head Greasing cycle: Once/3 months Greasing spot Grease to use Take-up lever shaft holder (Right/left) Bearing case lid Hole NIG LUBE PG: 300ML Inject grease from the hole of the bearing case lid by using the syringe. Take-up lever drive lever roller Presser foot cam Take-up lever cam...
If the machine needs repairs, the repairs must be done only by the service personnel assigned and trained by Tajima or qualified technician. (consult your distributor.) Do not change the specification nor modify the parts of the machine without due consultation with Tajima. Such modification may risk the operational safety.
Items to notice when attaching tension base cover Chapter 11 Items to notice when attaching tension base cover CAUTION When attaching the tension base cover, pull out the harness so that the mark tube comes out. Otherwise, the tension base card could be damaged. Tension base cover The tension base cover is detached.
Adjustment of Snap-fit middle thread guide Chapter 11 Adjustment of Snap-fit middle thread guide To adjust the stroke amount of the thread take-up spring inside the snap-fit middle thread guide, follow the procedure below. Snap-fit middle thread guide Thread take-up spring [How to adjust] Push the pawl with some thin-tipped stick (Fig.
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Adjustment of Snap-fit middle thread guide Chapter 11 Detach the snap-fit middle thread guide. Snap-fit middle thread guide To adjust stroke of the thread take-up spring, put some coin, etc. in the groove of the spring shaft and turn the spring shaft. Minimum stroke Standard stroke Maximum stroke...
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Adjustment of Snap-fit middle thread guide Chapter 11 Put the pawl in the slit (Photo A), push up the locking pawl with your thumb and put it in the hole (Photo Slit Pawl Enlarged PhotoA PhotoB Hole Locking pawl Push the snap-fit middle thread guide securely to fit until it clicks into place. Snap-fit middle thread guide VN05...
Upgrading of software (Input of a password is necessary) Chapter 11 Upgrading of software (Input of a password is necessary) The latest software at shipment is installed to the machine. When upgrading of the software is necessary in later use, install the latest software according to the following procedure. Regarding the contents and how to obtain the latest software, please consult the distributor.
Upgrading of software (Input of a password is necessary) Chapter 11 Icon T Icon T 1 Auto Color Change (AC) 2 Functional limit level 2 Functional limit level ALL Yes (10) (11) (12) To set To set Icon A 1 Auto Color Change (AC) 2 Functional limit level 2 Functional limit level (13)
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Upgrading of software (Input of a password is necessary) Chapter 11 (21) Now processing Now processing To set (22) (23) (24) Completed. Pull out the USB memory. Turn OFF and ON the power. At this moment, wait for twenty seconds or more. UO02R...
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Upgrading of software (Input of a password is necessary) Chapter 11...
Specification of the machine Chapter 12 Specification of the machine 1-1. Electrical specifications Allowable voltage range Within ±10% of the rated voltage Frequency 50 / 60 Hz Apparent power 2.1 kVA Active power 1.2 kW Insulated resistance 10 M ohms or greater (500 megger insulation tester) Values described in the above table are maximum values of apparent power and active power includingthat of LED light.
Electrical system diagram (3-phase 200 to 220 V) Chapter 12 Electrical system diagram (3-phase 200 to 220 V) To the next page A Operation panel LCD 12.1 inch Touch panel Backlight LED Touch panel Controller Relay MEMORY SW card Ferrite core CPU card Speaker LAN relay...
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Electrical system diagram (3-phase 200 to 220 V) Chapter 12 LED light (The number of lights depends on the size of the model, and it is up to six lights.) 1st light Last light To the next page A To CNA10 of next head card A Head card A (for four heads) Tension base card Tension base card...
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Electrical system diagram (3-phase 200 to 220 V) Chapter 12 To CNC7 of next head card C (for 21H or more) To CNC7 of next head card C and CNA10 of next head card A [Sequin device IV] L side feed M3 L side feed M1 R side feed M3 R side feed M1...
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Electrical system diagram (3-phase 200 to 220 V) Chapter 12 Standard spec. Part Name Part Name HARNESS :BACKLIGHT :LCD HARNESS :MAIN SHAFT FIXED POSITION HARNESS : FRAME LIMIT/ATH RETRACTABLE HARNESS :OPERATION PANEL SWITCH :PANEL SENSOR HARNESS :PANEL :LVDS HARNESS :BAR SWITCH HARNESS :TOUCH :OPERATION PANEL HARNESS :TENSION BASE RELAY :1 SPEAKER :OPERATION PANEL...
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Electrical system diagram (3-phase 200 to 220 V) Chapter 12 LED light Part Name Part Name HARNESS :LED LAMP POWER SUPPLY :DC24V HARNESS :FEED MOTOR :R :2 HARNESS :REMOTE :LED LAMP HARNESS :FEED MOTOR :R :4 HARNESS :INPUT AC :LED LAMP DC POWER HARNESS :FEED MOTOR :R :5 SUPPLY HARNESS :SWITCH RELAY :LR :1...
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Electrical system diagram (3-phase 200 to 220 V) Chapter 12 Sequin device IV Position marker Part Name Part Name HARNESS :POSITION MARKER HARNESS :EXTERNAL I/O POWER SUPPLY HARNESS :EXTERNAL I/O POWER SUPPLY 2 Jog remote-controller HARNESS :HEAD CARD POWER SUPPLY :DC24V Part Name HARNESS :THREAD TRIMMING ENCODER/LB/ HARNESS :JOG REMOTE-CONTROLLER EXTEN-...
Dip switch setting Chapter 12 Dip switch setting The third digit of card name varies depending on card type. Example: IDU-131 card Example: Head 131-A card 3rd digit 3rd digit 3-1. IDU-13*card IDU-13*card is located to the front inside the controller box. SWC1 Setting at DIP switch...
Dip switch setting Chapter 12 3-2. CPU-13*Card CPU-13*card is located on the rear side of the controller box. SWA1 Setting at DIP switch Label description Setting contents shipment / Ext. Control Safety device Without With Correction of Y-axis posi- / Y pos. Correct Without With tion...
Dip switch setting Chapter 12 3-3. Head 13*card Head 13*card (1 pce necessary per 4 heads) is located on the rear side of square pipe. Head 13*card used in the machine is in the following types. Head 13*-A card (A in the table below) Head 13*-C card (C in the table below) The mounted "Head 13* card"...
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Dip switch setting Chapter 12 SWA2 DIP switch Setting contents Setting at shipment Standard head ESQ-C 2 to F Not used [1] Always set to "0". SWA3 DIP switch Setting contents 1st H to 4th H 5th H to 8th H 9th H to 12nd H 13th H to 16th H Control head...
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Dip switch setting Chapter 12 SWA5 DIP switch Setting contents Setting at shipment Not used Not used Not used Not used [1] Always set to "OFF". [Head 13*-A card] (Right-side) When purchasing Head 13*-A card, DIP switch has been set to "OFF" or "0". Therefore, it is necessary to switch the DIP switch setting.
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Dip switch setting Chapter 12 SWA3 DIP switch Setting contents 1st H to 4th H 5th H to 8th H 9th H to 12nd H 13th H to 16th H Control head 17th H to 20th H (Card ID) 21st H to 24th H 25th H to 28th H 29th H to 30th H 8 to F...
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Dip switch setting Chapter 12 [Head 13*-C card] SWC1 Setting at DIP switch Setting contents shipment Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used [1] Always set to "OFF". UO07...
TBF, CT0 and DGF as a set on a personal design. computer. <B> Stitch data of Tajima ternary format. Data saving Backlash format is T. Driver A play (gap) generated at the drive system and/or around the frame by shock when a stitch returns (when Control card to make the frame or main shaft drive.
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Terminology Chapter 12 Function Code <M> Command code that controls general movements of M-axis the machine. All design data consists of function Drive shaft to rotate nipple or bobbin (TLMX series). codes (Stitch, Jump, Color, etc.). Main shaft brake Frame coordinates To hold the main shaft with the brake of the main Frame position in embroidery space.
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Tie stitches Tie stitch to be executed before thread trimming (stitch to prevent fray). Stitch data of Tajima binary format. Data saving format is T2. It can hold many more function codes compared to DST. It is necessary to handle TBF, CT0 and DGF as a set on a personal computer.
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Index Absolute origin search ..........69 Halt before F.B./inching ........148 Air Pressure Sensor ..........172 Head group ............124 ATH ..............168 Auto Color Change (AC) ........143 Inching after ATH ..........145 Auto color change offset ........103 Input value for Frame Travel ........ 67 Auto F.B.
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Index To set pattern No. in every needle bar step ..119 R.P.M. limit by needle position ......148 To set working head for each pattern ....120 Repeat ..............108 To trim thread ............63 Return Frame at Lower dead point ....170 To write design into a USB memory .....
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Manufactured by: NO.1800, Ushiyama-cho, Kasugai, Aichi-pref., 486-0901, Japan Telephone: 81-568-33-1161 Fax: 81-568-33-1191 Distributed by: Tajima Industries Ltd. 19-22, Shirakabe, 3-chome, Higashi-ku, Nagoya, 461-0011, Japan Telephone: 81-52-932-3444 Fax: 81-52-932-2457 Copy, reprint, or modification of all or any part of this manual without permission is prohibited.
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