Features & Details
- 25 Year Limited Warranty
- Connects Directly to the Computer via USB Cable
First machine to connect directly to the computer, eliminating the need for conversion boxes or tools. This unique innovation gives you the same capabilities of other machines at a fraction of the cost. - Windows Compatible
Operates with any computer with an Operation System of Windows® 2000 or higher, including Windows Vista. - Operational Tutorial Included
Step-by-step tutorial to help even a beginner with using the embroidery features of the machine. - Customer Support Site
Convenient, on-line help is always there when needed. - Auto-Punch Software Included
Automatically digitize custom embroidery using your own images or clip art with control over stitch settings. - 120 Built-In Designs
Select from built-in embroidery designs including animals, holidays, flowers and more - Built-in Lettering Program with 5 Fonts
Select from 5 built-in fonts: Arial Large, Block Large, Script 2, Courier and Times Large. Letters can be sized, rotated and shaped with 30 lettering frames such as arc, banner, wave and more. - Reads All Popular Home Embroidery Design Formats
All popular formats accepted. Download designs from the Internet or work from a collection on CD, floppy disk or memory stick. - Design Browser
This function of the software provides for viewing several designs at one time, in order to scroll through and view design collections - Combine Designs
Multiple designs can be combined into one design file using paste design or copy and paste. - 3-D Realistic View
This function of the software provides a preview of the selected design in a manner such that the stitches appear on screen as they will when sewn out on the fabric. - 3-D Realistic Print
This function of the software provides for printing the 3-D realistic view. This is useful when creating placement templates. - Change Colors
This function of the software provides for selecting colors for an embroidery design. Software includes thread charts, with color numbers, for several of the most popular brands of embroidery thread. - Transmit design 4 ways
Embroidery designs can be transmitted to the Futura embroidery machine in 4 different ways. The design can be sent one color block at a time, the whole design can be sent at one time, the design can be sent in one color or the color sequence can be chosen during data transmission - Trace Design
Trace the outline of the design in the embroidery hoop for more accurate design positioning. - Operates with Start/Stop Button
Use the Start/Stop button to start machine. When it is desired to stop sewing, press the Start/Stop again to stop sewing and have the needle stop at its highest position. - Embroidery Block Indication and Selection
When sending the whole design at once to the Futura machine, design color blocks are indicated with the LED lit above patterns. To select a block push the pattern selector button until the desired block is selected. - Move forward or Backwards through a design
Move forward or backwards through the design using the Needle Stop position button or Reserve Stitch. - 1 Degree Increment Rotation
Rotate embroidery designs in increments as small as 1 degree for precise positioning. - Reduce or Enlarge Design
When changing design size, the software automatically recalculates the stitch density. - Automatic Software Updates
The latest software enhancements can be downloaded automatically or manually from within the Futura software, - Automatic Firmware Updates
The latest machine firmware enhancements can be downloaded automatically or manually from with in the Futura software. - CD Video Tutorial Workbook
A bonus CD Video Tutorial Workbook for the Futura embroidery software is included. This CD tutorial helps guide you through use of the Futura software system operation and design creation. It also provides project for embroidery and sewing on the Futura machine. - 100 Built-In Stitch Programs
A large variety of stitches for construction, decorative sewing, heirloom sewing and quilting always ensures the perfect stitch for every project. - Built-In Stretch Stitches
Specially designed stitches that add strength and flexibility to seams, especially useful when sewing on knitwear. - Basting Capability
Quickly piece projects together. - Built-In Quilting Stitch
Create a hand-sewn quilted look with this unique stitch. - Twin Needle Function
Automatically reduces stitch width on decorative patterns to prevent needle breakage when sewing with a twin needle. - Built-In Heirloom-Friendly Stitch Selection
Pin Stitch, Blanket Stitch, and Entredeux are a few of the popular heirloom stitches available. - 7mm Stitch Width
Most stitches can be set for a maximum width of 7mm. When sewing decorative stitches or satin stitches, the wide stitches are bolder and more pronounced. - One-Step Built-In Buttonholes
Choose from 4 different one-step buttonholes. Buttonhole sewing is a one-step simple process that provides reliable results because the sides of the buttonhole sew the same direction to prevent gaps in stitching or fabric distortion. - Optimal Stitch Settings
Optimal settings for length and width are automatically set when choosing a stitch. They can be overridden to personalize length and width choice. - Needle Up and Down
The Needle Up/Down allows for the needle to be placed in either the raised or lowered position with a simple push of a button. It is great for appliquéing, quilting, pivoting the fabric and picking the bobbin thread up. - 13 Needle Positions
Needle position can be changed for individual projects, such as inserting zippers or cording and topstitching. - 2 Embroidery Hoops Included
A large 4 1/2" x 6 3/4" hoop and a smaller 3 1/8" x 4 3/4" hoop included with the machine.