Bernina aurora 440 QE, Cadoo, aurora 430 Brochure & Specs

The aurora 430 & 440 QE.

Innovations from Bernina that
help you be more innovative, too.

The aurora 430 and 440 QE are just
two examples of the innovative
thinking Bernina has been bringing
to the sewing world for well over a

century. Since 1883, our machines
have been revolutionizing the way we
sew. Every Bernina innovation helps
you be more innovative in your own
sewing and embroidery projects. As
always, Bernina features the finest
engineering and Swiss-precision
stitching available—machines that are
truly a joy to sew on. So, stop by your
Bernina Dealer today. They are there
not only to help you select the
machine that’s right for you, but also
to support and inspire you for years
to come.

Today I will go to Bernina.

No one supports the creative
sewer like a Bernina Dealer.

Visit www.berninausa.com
for complete product information,
creative projects and sewing tips.

© 2005 Bernina of America

AURB BER-4107 12/04

The revolutionary
Bernina Stitch
Regulator lets you
free-motion quilt
with ease

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Today is the dawn of a new day for
quilters around the world. That’s
because now there’s an innovation
that’s turning one of quilting’s
most challenging techniques into
fun and easy thread play.

It’s called the Bernina Stitch
Regulator (BSR), and it’s
revolutionizing free-motion
stitching. This patented*
innovation regulates the length
of your stitches so you can create
consistent, free-motion stitching
the very first time you try it. No
other home sewing machine in
the world offers you this type of
feature! And it’s only available on
the aurora 440 Quilter’s Edition.

The secret of this amazing device
is in the uniquely designed BSR
presser foot. Inside, a sensor reads
the fabric and regulates the length
of your stitches so that they’re

consistent and even from first to
last. Forget all those endless hours
of practice, trying to get your speed
just right. With BSR, you’ll have
this difficult technique mastered
in minutes. Finally, free-motion
stitching really is freeing!

Another unique feature on the
aurora 440 QE is the Start/Stop
Button, which allows you to quilt
without using a foot control. Use
it with BSR for ultimate ease in
free-motion stitching. Quilters and
sewers alike will also appreciate
Temporary Altered Stitch Memory,
which stores your altered stitches in
temporary memory so you can
access them again and again
during the same sewing session.

The aurora 440 Quilter’s Edition
also offers a variety of features that
will keep you embellishing for days
to come: 379 stitches, including 3
alphabets, as well as the option of
embroidery powered by your own
PC. So, what are you waiting for?
Today is the day to try it.

*Patent # US 6,883,446

Use your own PC
to create gorgeous
embroidery.

If embroidery is on your horizon,
you’ve got to explore the
remarkable aurora 430. Not
only is it a sensational machine
to sew on, but it also lets you
create beautiful embroidery
when you connect to the power
of your personal computer.
Using your own PC means
faster processing and a more
familiar format. You’ll be able
to view and edit designs on your
own large computer screen!

Plus, Bernina Editor Lite software
is included in the system. You can
quickly and easily create striking

embroidery, reduce and enhance
designs, add lettering, change
colors, mirror-image and more.
You’ll even be guided through the
whole embroidery process with
on-screen animations. It even
rescales your embroidery when
you enlarge or reduce a design.
The software automatically
recalculates the number of
stitches needed so your
embroidery looks just right at any
size—another Bernina exclusive.
Then, the aurora stitches the
beautiful results with legendary
Bernina stitch quality.

If you really want to explore all
your embroidery possibilities
with the aurora 430, you’ll be
pleased to know you can easily
upgrade to the more advanced
Bernina Embroidery Design
Software. You can also choose
from a wide variety of fun,
adorable and elegant designs
from the exclusive Bernina Design
Collections. So, let your creative
light shine. Try the aurora today!

BSR – Bernina Stitch Regulator

The Bernina Stitch Regulator is a patented,*
state-of-the-art innovation that regulates the
length of your stitches so you can create
consistent, free-motion stitching with ease.
The presser foot has three different soles and
guarantees a more even stitch length with
variable sewing speeds. (Standard on the 440 QE.)

Presser Foot Display

The presser foot recommended for
your chosen stitch type or embroidery
design is displayed on screen. This
ensures that you will always use the
right presser foot for the task at
hand, which makes sewing more
enjoyable than ever.

Start/Stop Button

The aurora’s Start/Stop Button is very practical.
Since it is not necessary to operate a foot control,
you can sew at any speed with confidence.

Slide Speed Control

The conveniently positioned slide speed control
allows you to adjust the sewing speed to the
particular sewing task––slow for precise work,
and faster for more general sewing.
This function can also be used during the
bobbin winding process.

Embroidery Module with Bernina Editor Lite
Software (optional)

This Bernina software allows you to customize designs
before stitching out embroidery. You can reduce and
enlarge designs, add lettering, reshape lettering,
mirror-image, change colors and more. You are guided
through the entire embroidery process with on-screen
animations, and you can follow the current embroidery
operations directly on screen.

Automatic Needle Threader

The automatic threader makes it easy
to pass the thread through the eye of
the needle in a matter of seconds.

Stitch Display

The aurora offers a wide selection of
stitches, and the stitch currently
selected always displays as a
distinctive symbol on the screen.
This is particularly useful with the
scroll function.

Separate Winder Motor

The new separate bobbin winder is practical
and incredibly user-friendly, allowing you to wind
bobbins while sewing, embroidering or quilting.

A whole new day, a whole new way
to express yourself!

Stitch Selection

Choosing a particular stitch is now easier than
ever with the new aurora. Stitches can be
selected by pressing the stitch number or scroll
buttons. The stitch number or stitch symbol is
always shown on the display.

Accessory Box

The aurora comes with a whole host of useful
accessories including bobbins, presser feet, and
standard tools and maintenance accessories.
The accessory box can be attached to the back
of the aurora for easy carrying.

Presser Foot Pressure Display

The aurora also offers an on-screen
display of the presser foot pressure.
You can adjust the pressure
individually for every type of fabric.
The current setting is always
displayed on screen.

Free Hand System

This knee-operated Bernina innovation
raises the presser foot and lowers the
feed dog, so you can keep both hands
on the fabric when guiding and
pivoting. Great for quilters.

Sewing

Temporary Altered Stitch Memory—A Bernina Exclusive

Slide Speed Control

Automatic Needle Threader

Total Number of Stitches Memory

Needle Stop Up/Down

Continuous Reverse Sewing

BSR—Bernina Stitch Regulator

Utility Stitches

Decorative Stitches

Quilting Stitches

Darning Program

Eyelets

Number of Alphabets

Total Number of Stitches

Number of Buttonholes

Saveable Automatic Buttonhole

Knee-activated Presser Foot Lifter (Free Hand System)

Number of Needle Positions

Quick-reverse Button

Pattern Start/End Function

Left/Right Mirroring

Embroidery (Optional)

Bernina Editor Lite Embroidery Software

Simple Installation from CD-ROM

Online Help

Editor Lite Booklet

Bernina .art Embroidery Files with Design Information

65 Embroidery Designs, Including 19 Quilt Designs

5 Alphabets

Reads Third-Party Designs (e.g., .pes, .hus, .pcs)

Reads .art Embroidery Designs from CD-ROM

Combining of Embroidery Designs

Writes .art Embroidery Designs

Editing of Designs

Adding/Changing Lettering for Embroidery Designs

Ability to Work with Other Computer Programs While Embroidering

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General

Printed User Manual

CFL Sewing Light

Backlit LCD Display

Display of Presser Foot Pressure, Presser Foot, Feed Dog, Stitch Symbol, etc.

USB Port

Separate Bobbin Winder

Electronic Foot Control

3 Thread Cutters

Thread Tension Dial

Start/Stop Button

Feed Dog Drop

Presser Feet

No. 1 – Standard Presser Foot

No. 2 – Overlock Foot

No.3a – Buttonhole Foot

No. 4 – Zipper Foot

No. 5 – Blindstitch Foot

No. 9 – Darning Foot

No.20 – Embroidery Foot

No.37 – Patchwork Foot

No.50 – Walking Foot

No.42 – BSR Foot

Accessories

Slide-on Table

Travel Case

Accessory Box

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Special Accessories (Optional)

Embroidery Software and Embroidery Design Cards

Multiple Spool Holder

Magnifying Glass Set

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BERNINA

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Editor Lite Running EC on PC

Computer Requirements

The new aurora 430E and 440 QEE include all the software you need to get started in the
wonderful world of BERNINA embroidery.

Editor Lite Software:

View and edit designs on your own large PC screen, for faster processing and a more familiar
format. Includes 5 alphabets and 65 designs (including 19 quilt designs). Rescale embroidery
designs and the software adds or subtracts stitches as needed when the size of the design is
changed so your design is perfect at any size.

Embroidery Control on your PC (EC on PC):
This innovative link between your personal computer and the aurora embroidery machine lets you
control the embroidery process from the full color screen of your PC and send it to the aurora for
stitching. Continue to use your computer while the aurora is stitching!

Minimum System Requirements for Editor Lite running EC on PC on your Computer:

• Pentium III CPU 700MHz or higher

• Windows 2000 / XP

• 256 MB RAM (512 recommended)

• 2 USB ports

• 250 MB Hard Disk Space (1GB required to install software)

• 16 Bit True Color Graphics Card (1024 x 768)

Upgrade Editor Lite! - (optional) Editor Lite Software can easily be upgraded to Editor, Auto-
Designer or Designer Plus, expanding your embroidery possibilities.

© 2005 Bernina of America, Inc. Last Revised 02/2005