I have a few questions about the Janome Memory Craft 1000. It have an oportunity to purchase a used one for $1500.00, is this a good deal? What size are the 2 hoops? What is the format? example...PES, jes, vp, hus,other, Which one? is it upgradeable? Are there larger size hoops available if you want them? What type of memory system does this machine have? Card or USB? Is it upgradable to USB if its a card? I will probally have Oh so many more questions later, lol!
Thank yoo so much for you help!!Diane
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.jef format.
Comes with a 4x4 hoop which is actually about 4 3/8 and a 5x7 which is actually 5 1/2 x 8 - I find the slightly larger hoops really great.
Doesn't use a usb, but you can directly attach to the computer, or use a compact flash card with an ATA/PC adapter. It does prefer the smaller flash cards, either 8 or 16 mb. I always use the flash cards, I have a collection now with all my favourite designs on them :)
8431I took advantage of the launch the new Janome11000 to purchase a new but superceded 10001 and it is very good. I got the small, the 4x4, 5x7 giga hoop and a round spring hoop all of which got a fair bit of use till ill health put the brakes on a bit. Not sure of the price being a bargain?? Not really familiar with US pricing. It does not take a memory
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by tolgamum
19 Mar 2012
stick uses ATA cards and discs & reads direct from PC to machine via elec.cord. Mine has been a wonderful workhorse. I can really recommend it. Hope this helps.
4825Personally, I don't think this is a great deal...and I'm not sure it will take a USB stick either...I would not purchase any machine that did not have USB connection. I think the format is .Jef I would keep looking if I were you.
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by sewfrenzie
19 Mar 2012
Thats way I asked about the USB VS card, lol! And I don't know what this model costs.
318454I have the Janome 10000 and love it. It comes with two hoops 4X4 and 5X7. I also have the small hoop the hat hoop and the giga hoop. This takes a card and it is JEF format. I had mine upgraded to a 10001. I bought mine used on e-bay about 5 or 6 years ago. I am not sure whether $1500 is a good deal or not. 6 months ago I bought a brand new 350E Janome (embroidery only) for $1300.) If you have any more questions, hopefully I can answer them for you. Hugs, Mary
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by sewfrenzie
19 Mar 2012
Thanks Mary, I'm glad your responded to my question. I was hoping it took a USB instead of the card. I was also thinking the price might be a bit high, for a used machine but am having a hard time finding a price for a new one to compare to. Tell me a little about the Jamone 350E.
by aussiequilter
19 Mar 2012
Im pretty sure its only the 350E, 11000, and the new 12000 that take a USB,
by jasanne
20 Mar 2012
I think the 10000 was released around 2000 so you would be very unlikely to find a 'new' one for sale anywhere. They have since upgraded to a 10001 (which I have and is great - only difference is cosmetic, and a small software upgrade), the 11000 a few years ago, and the 12000 which has just been released. So long as it is in good condition, and you have a good tech to keep it in order, it is a great machine, it embroiders beautifully.
by jasanne
20 Mar 2012
11000 was released a few years ago and they have recently released the 12000. So long as it is in good condition and you have a good tech to keep it serviced it is a great machine. It certainly embroiders beautifully.
33871I have a Janome 9000 and it is very old. Mine uses sew format. As far as the hoop size I don't know but mine does the 4x4 but you probably can find out by going to janome.com.
Hugs Joann
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by mnladyus
19 Mar 2012
You can buy a brand new Brothers 770 from Walmart or Sears on line for only $639.00. I bought one to do lace and small projects as I have a large 15 needle commercial. So far I really like it. It comes with a 5x7 hoop, and I ordered a 4x4. You can also buy a larger hoop, I think it's 5x11. I decided not to buy an old used machine, and went with the new. You can also use a USB stick on this machine. I thought the price was right for a extra machine.
by rsehorse
19 Mar 2012
I have the Brother 770 too. I love mine. I bought it new on E-bay for $450. Had to spend $60 more for 4 more hoops, cause it only comes with a 5 x 7, but it was still a deal I think. God luck, Susan
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