Hubby did try another brand that was on the list provided by the
dealer (a very knowledgeable and reputable one) and the machine
didn't even recognize that a device was plugged into the
machine. Wouldn't read it - no matter what. Maybe it's just a fluke
of his particular machine (Designer 1).
Sandy
At 06:33 PM 10/28/2012, you wrote:
I just want to clarify that we're talking about the same issue. The
machines do have a USB port (either factory installed or
retrofitted), but HV machines can use many brands of USB storage
devices, not just HV brand. although some dealers will tell you
that. I have been active on both the DesignerSE and DesignerGems
Yahoo groups for some years. The issue of the compatibility of
non-HV storage devices comes up periodically. We have been informed
by Viking educators that the only issue in using these devices is
that they are not covered by an HV warranty whereas an HV USB
storage device is.
I love both my embroidery machines (Designer SE and Designer
Diamond). Not only are they wonderful embroidery machines, they're
a treat to sew on. The Viking software can be challenging. I have
digitized some 16th century designs using the Cross Stitch software
but was not entirely pleased with how it stitched out (where it
decided to start stitching). The best results I have had have been
from using good commercially digitized files (Embroidery Library
particularly), heavily starching the linen (no other stabilizer) and
being very careful with my hooping and alignment. The Diamond (and
I believe other machines in the "Gem" lineup) have an extremely good
positioning system that makes it much easier to be precise in
aligning multiple hoopings. I also love the very large hoops
available for it and the extra long harp.
Nancy
Message: 2
Date: Sat, 27 Oct 2012 23:53:00 -0500
From: Pierre & Sandy Pettinger <[email protected]>
To: Historical Costume <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: [h-cost] Embroiderry software
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This means you probably don't want a Husqvarna. While they are great
machines (hubby has one and loves it), they will only use the
particular USB drive sold by them. When he lost his, it was over $75
to get a new one.
Sandy
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