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    Manual Stops and Restarts
    3A.  Find the restart point 
    using the sewing head  -  move the machine until the
    needle is just above the point where you want to continue stitching.  Press “Use
    This Pt ” on the keypad. CS moves to the closest stitch and waits for another
    response. If it looks good,  Press Quilt
     and continue to sew. If not, try again by
    pressing “ Use This Pt
    ” until the right spot is found.
    3B.  Find the restart point
     using the computer screen  - look at the image on the
    screen  and find the crosshair mark - it is a long, skinny blue plus “+” sign. Zoom in
    and out using the roller on the mouse. Find the spot on the screen that corresponds
    to the restart point on the quilt, and click that spot with the mouse. The blue
    crosshair will move to this location on the screen and the stitcher will move to that
    location on the quilt.
    4.  When ready,  press Quilt
    ,   
      and continue to sew. 
    At the end of the quilting sequence, you will be prompted to pull up the bobbin
    thread and click OK. It doesnt matter how the bobbin thread is pulled up, secured or
    trimmed. Just be sure to click OK because it completes this process.
    Quick Reference Restart
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    4.7 Utility Functions
    Utility Functions  are  used in many different techniques. They are very important, but
    not used on a regular basis. 
    4.7.1 Technical SupportThere are many mechanical, electrical, and numeric default settings that are
    required to run CS. The defaults are the initial values that are set every time CS
    starts up. Many of these values can be  changed as needed
     during the quilting
    session. Others are considered Restricted Areas and should  not
     be modified without
    the help and guidance of the Statler Stitcher Technical Support staff. The user
    controlled values are described in the following text. 
    To find the defaults you can change:
    * Click Tools, 
    * Click Technical Support, 
    *  Click Controller Definition 
    * User Settable Tab contains your default values. If you change any settings, be
    sure to save your changes. 
    The Controller Definition Form has three tabs; User Settable, Stitcher Settings
    (which controls the stitcher) and Galil Settings (which control the motors). DO NOT
    make changes to either the Stitcher Settings or the Galil Settings without the
    guidance of the Statler Tech Support Team. 
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    Technical Support
    Each setting in the configuration form is explained thoroughly in the section Quilting
    The Quilt ,  Set Stitching Defaults
    . 
    Diagnostic testing can be done when troubleshooting is warranted. This should only
    be done when following the instructions of an authorized Gammill / Statler
    technician. 
    The remaining items in the Tech Support tab are there if troubleshooting is
    warranted. This should only be done when following the instructions of an
    authorized Gammill / Statler technician. 
    4.7.2 Set Origin
    Every time the software is started, CS will ask for an origin point. The origin is an
    anchor for the system,  and all movement is defined relative to that anchor. 
    Most graphics software uses one of three origin points:  Machine origin (some
    repeatable, reliable place like an upper corner), absolute origin (a fixed point, like
    the center) and relative origin (which changes by the block or project). (Precision
    Stitch used a relative origin.) CS uses the machine origin. Because the origin point
    can be relocated, CS projects can be shared, re-used or restarted.
    CS has the ability to set a specific origin point as well as relocate the origin using
    Control points. This allows projects to be started and stopped, and adjusted as
    needed. It also means that projects can be created for a whole quilt and the project
    can be sold / shared to others, just like a single pattern is sold / shared. 
    4.7.3 Oil Stitcher Routine
    This is a special routine that can be part of the weekly cleaning and maintenance. It
    runs the sewing head motor at varying speeds backwards so the oil has a chance to
    penetrate some places that are otherwise hard to reach. New machines and certain
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    climates may require this to be done more frequently.  
    4.7.4 Calibrate All
    Calibrating guarantees stitching accuracy. This doesn ’t need to be done often but
    can be performed as needed. The Calibrate All routine is called automatically after
    loading new software, and all three sub calibrations are performed.  
    Click on Tools and Click on Calibrate All
    There may be occasions to calibrate only one of the features. In this case, Click on
    Tools, and hover over the arrow on the Calibrate line. More choices appear.
    4.7.4.1
    CalibrateStitcher
    Calibrate Stitcher - Move the machine head off of the quilt, remove thread and
    bobbin case as prompted. Click Yes when ready. The needle will move as if it were
    stitching. When done, a dialog box appears with New Z-Counts. The value given will
    depend on the controller model being used. 
    4.7.4.2
    Calibrate Power Assist
    The Statler Stitcher has been installed on numerous different machine heads, which
    vary in weight and float depending on the wheels and other mechanical devices.
    Power Assist makes the sewing head seem lighter because it adds a little motor 
    						
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    power making it easier to move. 
    Power Assist needs to be adjusted by each individual until the touch is comfortable.
    There is a calibration utility that determines the initial default settings. It also allows
    additional adjustments, making it feel right.  
    Calibrate Power Assist  - allows you to adjust the weight of the machine until you
    can control the movements comfortably. You will be prompted to move the machine
    to the middle front. It will move by itself during calibration.
     
      
    The Power Assist dialog box and remains on the screen until it is closed.  
    Step 1.
      Click Auto Calibrate. Clicking OK starts this step. The sewing head will
    move about 12 inches front to back,  and side-to-side. CS suggests some default
    settings. 
    Step 2 and Step 3
    . CS has turned off PA, so click Test Power Assist to continue.
    Follow the instructions, and adjust the settings to suit your personal preference.
    When the machine is difficult to move, the settings are too low. If the machine head
    continues to move or feels jerky at a stopping point, the settings are too high.   
    						
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    As a safety feature, CS turns off the Power Assist before it accepts the new settings.
    So, you will need to click the Test Power Assist button every time you want to adjust
    the settings.
    Step 4. Activate the Power Assist Utility. 
    Calibrating the Power Assist does not turn it on automatically, so click on the Power
    Assist choice in the Tools section of the command  bar. Once it is turned on, PA will
    remain on until it is turned off, even if CS is shut down and restarted. 
    4.7.4.3
    CalibrateRecord
    Calibrate Record ensures that the patterns recorded will play back at their true
    sizes. When calibrating, it is important to move the machine front and center. It will
    move by itself in a diagonal direction.   
    						
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    When the routine is done, click OK to clear the message.  
    						
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    5 Quick Reference Sheets
    5.1 Quick Ref Icons ShortcutsCreativeStudio ® Quick Start Icons and Shortcuts
    Stitching Icons:      ü   
    is an abbreviation for click   
       
    Icon Icon Name - description &  shortcut keystrokes included.
    Tip - Created for the documentation only
    DIY - Design It Yourself - Tips on pattern design and shortcuts.- 
    Boundary -  Begins the process to define a bounded area.
    Alt+B  starts a boundary,  Right 
    ü will end it, 
    Esc to cancel.
    Pattern_To_Boundary (Standard or Stretch) -  Moves the selected pattern into
    the selected boundary, using either Standard mode or Stretch mode. 
    Start_Quilting -  Begins the quilting process
    Advance &_Continue -  Continues the quilting sequence after the quilt is rolled
    Point_To_Point - (Line or Pattern) -  Begins the P2P placement for lines or
    patterns.  
    Repeat_Patterns -  Begins the process for moving multiple copies of a selected
    pattern to the preview area
    Border_Corner -  Begins the process of moving the corner and border patterns
    into the border boundary. 
    Edge_To_Edge -  Begins the setup process for doing E2E quilting. 
    Trim - (Inside or Outside) -  Begins the Trim process for Inside or Outside trims.
    Alt+T  starts a trim,  Right 
    ü will end it, 
    Esc to cancel.
    Measure -  Starts the prompt sequence for using the sewing head to take
    measurements.  Right 
    ü - after measuring to transfer measurements. 
    Restart_Quilting -  Starts the process of finding the correct point to restart.  
    Regulated_Sewing -  Sewing with the stitch regulator  (Original, Plus, or Smooth)  
    Shift +Channel Lock  will change or Increment the channel lock angle.  Shift+Exit  will Exit.
    Baste - Basting with the stitch regulator. 
    Shift +Channel Lock  will change or Increment the channel lock angle.  Shift+Exit  will Exit.
    Constant_Sewing -  Sewing without the stitch regulator. 
    Shift +Channel Lock  will change or Increment the channel lock angle.  Shift+Exit  will Exit.
    View All -  Adjusts the Zoom distance so all patterns are viewable in the preview
    area. 
    Select All Patterns -  Selects all patterns in the preview area  
    						
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    Quick Reference Icons for Projects:
    The project content can be changed using these icons.
    Icon Icon Name & location
    Save (Project) -  Saves the current project
    Add Pattern  - Starts the process for adding patterns
    Delete Pattern -  Deletes the selected pattern
    Check Project Details -  Displays the Project Details dialog box
    Add Quilt Group -  Creates a new Quilt Group Tab
    Remove Quilt Group -  Removes the current Quilt Group Tab
    Undo - Reverses the last instruction(s)
    Export - Creates a new pattern
    Virtual Stitchout -  Follows the stitch path checking for breaks
    General Purpose Shortcuts:
    KeySeq
    Is the same as: What it will do: 
    < > Selects stacked patterns sequentially.
    k,l Selects stacked boundaries sequentially.
    i,o Selects stacked trim boundaries sequentially.
    Pg ­ Pg
    ¯
    Navigates from one quilt group to the next.
    Alt +
    ­  
    ¯  
    ¬  
    ®
    Nudge does tiny adjustments when in Editing. It moves the pattern in
    tiny increments to aid in pattern placement, with handles showing.  
    Ctrl +
    ­  
    ¯  
    ¬  
    ®
    Nudge does tiny adjustments when in Editing. It moves the pattern in
    tiny increments to aid in pattern placement, with no handles showing.  
    Esc Escape from a command sequence or mode.
    Del Delete the highlighted object (pattern, line, text, etc.)
    Ctrl +
    ü
    Selects multiple items, Esc to deselect
    Ctrl +A
    Select All
    Ctrl +N
     ü File, 
    üNew 
    Create a new project.
    Ctrl +O
    üFile, 
    üOpen
    Open an existing project
    Ctrl +S
    üFile, 
    üSave 
    Save the current project
    Ctrl +Z
    üEdit, 
    üUndo
    Reverse the most recent command
    Ctrl +Y
    üEdit, 
    üRedo
    Re-execute the command – or undo the undo 
    						
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