Brother PS-300B User Manual

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How to use this online Help
This online Help consists of the following three chapters. Refer to the chapter appropriate for
finding the information you need.
Chapter 1: Windows and icons
This chapter gives you brief descriptions about the windows, icons and other items that appear
in the main window of PS-300B. Details about each icon are described in Chapter 3.
For example, you can find the name of the item you want to learn about in this chapter, then
you can search for a more detailed explanation by using the Help INDEX or Keyword tool.
Chapter 2: Tutorial
You can learn the procedure for using PS-300B by making and exporting sewing data for the
four typical sewing machine’s media. This chapter may be useful especially for beginners. If
you are more experienced, you may need only Chapter 3.
Chapter 3: Reference
Refer to this chapter for details about all the functions of PS-300B. The function descriptions
are basically classified according to the groups shown in the menu.
Chapter 1: Windows and icons
This chapter gives you brief descriptions about the windows, icons and other items that appear
in the main window of PS-300B.
Main window items
When starting up PS-300B, the main window and a new design area appear. In the design area,
you will create designs or modify existing ones. All of the tools and functions for creating
designs can be selected in this window. The following gives you brief descriptions of the
windows and items shown in the main window.

Brother PS-300B Specifications

General

Free Arm	Yes
Built-in Needle Threader	Yes
Needle Threader	Yes
Bobbin Winding System	Automatic
Stitch Options	Decorative

Summary

Chapter 1: Windows and Icons

Main Window Items

Describes the various components visible in the main window of the PS-300B software.

Icons in the Toolbar

Lists and explains the icons found in the software's toolbars for quick access.

Mouse and Shortcut Keys

Provides a comprehensive list of mouse and keyboard shortcuts for operating the software.

Chapter 2: Tutorial

2-1. Creating KE430D Data

Step-by-step guide on creating and modifying sewing data for the KE430D model.

2-2. Creating BAS311F Data

Instructions for creating original sewing data for the BAS311F model.

2-3. Creating BAS311A Data

Procedures for creating sewing data specific to the BAS311A model.

2-4. Creating B434E Data

Guide on creating manual stitch data by tracing images for the B434E model.

Chapter 3: Reference

3-1. File Operations

Covers functions related to creating, opening, saving, and closing files in the software.

3-2. Shape Creation

Details on drawing various shapes like lines, circles, and polygons for design elements.

3-3. Viewing Design Elements

Options for zooming, panning, showing/hiding elements, and using reference windows.

3-4. Editing Operations

Explains undo/redo, cut/copy/paste, insert/delete, and search functions.

3-5. Modifying Design Elements

Covers changing data types, editing points, smoothing, resizing, flipping, and rotating.

3-6. Stitch Data Management

Instructions on creating and managing stitch data from outline data.

3-7. Tools and Settings

Details on using tools like slow draw, measure, gridlines, and option settings.

3-8. Image Import and Editing

Procedures for importing and editing image files for design creation.

3-9. Window Management

Options for opening, cascading, tiling, and selecting design windows.

3-10. Help Features

How to access online help and view application version information.