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3.1.1 Origin Point<br />
Save your project often!<br />
Planning the Quilting<br />
Quilt Projects<br />
CS requires an “Origin” point which is a reference point used for the placement of<br />
patterns. This origin is set (using the sewing head) every time the CS software is<br />
started. It is important to use the same point every time if possible. Otherwise, the<br />
project may not be easy to re-use.<br />
"Move head to UR of stand & Press OK" is the very first step to do. Although this<br />
dialog box asks for the Upper Right corner, it could be Upper Left or any other point<br />
that is reliable and repeatable.<br />
In CS, everything is relative - to the origin that is. CS views the sewing area to be<br />
one big grid and it identifies points on the grid with (X,Y) coordinates, relative to the<br />
origin. Why is this important? Because it enables CS to be restarted without<br />
re-adjusting the patterns after CS has been shut down (everyone needs to sleep<br />
occasionally). This is worth repeating - choosing a reliable and<br />
repeatable origin every time means the quilting sessions can be<br />
interrupted, and restarted without having to redefine boundaries<br />
and readjust the patterns. This will save you time.<br />
When a quilt is planned, previewed, stitched and saved, the Origin is saved with it.<br />
Repeating this quilt without having to duplicate the calculations and planning is only<br />
possible if the same Origin point can be identified. Think of how the pattern<br />
designers could increase the number of predefined panels and whole cloth quilts!<br />
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