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Embird FAQ
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Installing Embird FAQ
Basic Steps for Registering or Inserting Password into Embird
(click on links for more detailed information)
How do I download Embird?
You can download the trial version of Embird from this link. If you are having trouble downloading the program or it is showing as a corrupt file try disabling your Antivirus and Internet Security programs before downloading as these can corrupt the download file. Also ensure the program is called embrd2k6.exe Sometimes the .exe gets removed from the file name and you need to rename the file and add the .exe to install it. Click Here for more detailed information
How do I register Embird?
Your trial version of Embird will run for 30 days or 100 uses, whatever comes sooner. You will then need to Purchase Registration for Embird Password if you wish to keep using it. Then Enter the Password into Embird to change from demo version to fully registered version. More detailed Registration Help & FAQs here.
I first downloaded Embird from the Embird site, can I now register from Secrets Website?
We are an agent for selling Embird and sell on behalf of the Embird company. All our orders are forwarded onto Embird and they keep a record of your registration and send the passwords out. You can certainly register any Embird products through our site - in some cases you will find our prices are discounted.
How do I install Embird 2006?
Purchase Upgrade Registration for Embird 2006 and wait for your password to arrive. Uninstall your current copy of Embird by clicking in Windows on "Start > Programs > Embird > Uninstall Embird" command. Download and Install Embird 2006 and save it somewhere on your hard disk (save for example into folder C:\My Documents). Start this saved installation file in Windows (select Start > Run > Browse > C:\My Documents\ {installation file of Embird} > OK) and allow it to unzip into the proper folder (default folder is recommended). Click Here for more detailed information
How do I enter my password into Embird 2006?
Run Embird. When Embird starts, it will warn you that your copy is not registered and that it is going to expire in 30 days. Then it will ask you if you want to register right now. Choose "Yes" and type your password into the box that appears on the screen. Press OK. If you have entered the correct password, Embird will start and you will see your name in the blue bar at the top of window. Another way of invoking the registration box is to go to Help, then Registration. More detailed Registration Help & FAQs here.
How do I reinstall Embird after a computer crash, or to a new computer?
You do NOT need to re-order. You just need to download and install Embird and the plugins again from our Embird download page, then enter your passwords as you have in the past. If you don't have a back-up copy of your passwords, you will need to write to the Embird company at embird@embird.com with your registration name and email address details so they can resend them to you.
Can I get Embird on a CD?
We can send a copy of the Embird program and all the plugins on CD for $10.00. You can order the CD from this link. The registration numbers for Embird will be sent to you by email and you will need to copy them onto a disk to save them. We do not send the registration numbers on the CD
How do I upgrade to Embird 2006?
Embird 2006 is available at a special upgrade price for current users. All upgrade prices, and detailed step-by-step information on how to upgrade, can be found here.
How do I upgrade my existing plug-ins?
Your passwords for plug-ins will be preserved, and are automatically activated with your new Embird 2006 registration. You will need to download and install the plug-ins files for Embird Studio, or any Alphabets separately to the Embird 2006 file. There is no additional cost to upgrade the plug-ins when you upgrade to Embird 2006.
How do I update my Embird 2006 to the latest build?
We recommend that you disable any Antivirus and Firewall programs before downloading. These programs will sometimes rename the downloaded installation file and remove the file extension from the end, which should be EXE. If this happens and your computer asks you which program to open the file with, just right click on the embrd2k6b71 file and choose Rename from the menu. Rename the file to embrd2k6b71.exe and then you should be able to double-click on it to install it on your computer.
- Download the latest Embird from here.
- Choose where you would like to save the program to - usually My Computer\C:\Program files\Embird 32 , then the download process will begin.
- When it is completed, click on Run and the installing process will begin.
- You will see a warning window which will ask you if you want to register Embird 2006 and pay $30.00. As you have already paid, click on No, and the installation will continue.
- Follow the prompts to uninstall your current Embird program and save your password (save to your C: drive).
- After you have uninstalled, you will need to restart your computer and continue with the installation of build 7.1 (if it doesn't start automatically, locate the files under the path your downloaded to above).
- Your password will be re-entered automatically and you should find when you open Embird it will now be the new build with your name on the blue title bar (when in Manager).
Can I use Embird on a second computer?
Yes. Embird can be installed on a second computer that belongs to you as long as both programs on the two computers are not used simultaneously. You need to just use the one you are currently working from.
The first thing you need to do to install Embird on another computer is to download the demo program again onto your second computer. If you don't have Internet access on this computer you will need to order the Embird programs on CD from here and install from that.
To back-up your passwords open Embird, go to Help and then Passwords. Now back the passwords up to a CD. Then open the unregistered version of Embird on your second computer, go to Help and then Passwords and recover them from the disk.
All my photos open in Embird. How can I stop this?
The reason your photos are opening in Embird after you have installed the program is because you have inadvertently allowed a box to be checked - upon installation of Embird - that tells Embird to open the images instead of your graphics program.
However this option can be reversed in Embird Manager. This is what you need to do: Open Embird Manager. Go to Options on the Menu Bar. Select Iconizer Settings. Click on the button "Remove Image Type Files". Click OK. Also, check down the bottom left of the screen and make sure that the box "Verify these file Associations when starting Embird" is not checked.
How can I learn more about using Embird?
We recommend you use a tutorial - if you really want to learn your program and get the most out of it, we would suggest you look at Carolyn Keber’s tutorials. They are extremely popular and are very informative and easy to follow. You can also order a CD with step by step videos to watch.
Click Here to go to the tutorial page.
Is Embird 2006 and its plug-ins working with Windows Vista?
The short answer is "yes" for 32-bit edition of Windows Vista, and "yes, except Iconizer plug-in and Ultimate Box+ menu" for 64-bit edition of Windows Vista. Click Here for detailed inforamtion. | |
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Carolyn, I just bought your tutuorials for studio of embird, I have to say without a doubt it should be the bible of ditigizing. I have learned so much, was looking for a way to make outline stitches for my designs, and bingo it was there, and so so much more. I can't wait to get started on creating my own designs. There was a lot i had already figured out, but believe you me I would recommend this tutorial to anyone who has embird, because it is the BOOM as the young people would say. Again thank you for working on these and getting us the newbies a chance to enter your world if only for a while. Again thank you. Heidi
Your tutorials are very highly recommended on the Janome internet forum. We just purchased a Janome 11,000, and have chosen the Embird software suite. We are about to take an extended camping trip, and my wife got the insane notion that she wanted to take her machine with her. She had hoped to get some kind of hard copy, but given the limited time left, we will just have to download your tutorial from the net. I didn't realize that all this software was sourced offshore. Given the tremendous popularity of your tutorial, I am highly surprised that it is not offered by Amazon.com. It would surely be a "best seller". Kindest regards, Harley L. Mullen
I have had Embird for a couple of years. I knew it was a great value but had used it only for design conversion...with no clue as to what it was capable of doing. Recently I purchased a design which required that I "personalize" it with lettering and the Embird alpha plug ins were recommended. Naturally, I purchased the alpha and got it installed. NOW what was I to do with it???? I figured I better get a clue...and a fast clue since this design is something I wanted to stitch out on a baby gift. So I figured I would search out tutorials. As Providence would have it, that day I received the Secrets Of newsletter advertising your new tutorial. Off I went to purchase it. I downloaded and printed it (so I would actually use it as a reference). I just feel compelled to write. I am at page 36 and have learned a TON from the tutorial already! What a joy....and your documentation is very easy to follow. I am a software engineer by profession. One would think I would just be able to sit down to click and do. I am not patient enough for the trial and error guessing method unless the tool to help you is so circular that it does not help anyway. Your tutorial is a blessing. I can zoom through it picking up valuable hints/tips and usage that I had not considered as inherent to the tool. THANK YOU for an extremely well written document. The progression of the instruction is logical and informative....and above all else CLEAR. It was truly money well spent!
Robin Smallen, Independent Longaberger Consultant
I just wanted to tell you I have spent the entire day with "you by my side". I have worked my way through your entire video and it is absolutely delightful and totally educational. What a fun day I have had. There is just so much that Embird can do and to have such excellent lessons - with a rewind button - is wonderful. Congratulations on an outstanding cd. Thank you so very much.
Jean E. Smith
Hi Carolyn, I received your Embird CD in the mail yesterday. I haven't gone through half yet and can't believe how much I didn't know. I thought I was such a smarty pants and was sure I knew...if not everything, then enough! What an idiot! Thank you for doing the video tutorials! Although, I thought I went through your written tutorial well enough, I can see that videos are they way to go.....I learn a lot more with them. Can't wait to get you Studio video tutorial....and see how much I don't know in that area!! :-) Thanks a bunch,
Brenda
I need to tell you how helpful and informative your Cd's are, I have both the Embird and PED/Palette. I am learning so much from both of them. You are a very talented lady and make it so easy to follow your lessons. Thanks again and keep up the good work.
Therese Roux
I recently purchased your Step-by-Step Guide to Embird and wanted to write to thank you for such a terrific product. I never imagined that you could do so much in Embird--I downloaded it simply to convert designs. And, it's so easy to use--thanks to your handy-dandy guide. I was able to sit down with your guide and a few hours later I'm feeling pretty confident with the program. THANK YOU SO MUCH! I certainly got my money's worth out of this one!!!
Crystal Zagnoli Littleton, Colorado, USA
Just wanted to thank you for the update on the Embird tutorial. I have downloaded it with no problems as well as ordering and downloading "Splitting and Rejoining Designs with Embird". Since Janome has still held us to a total of 32,000 stitches per design, it is necessary to split some of them. Even for the Gigahoop. Thanks so much for taking the time to do these wonderful tutorials.
Madeline E. Ashby
I just want to take a moment to let you know how much I've enjoyed your Step-by-Step Guide to Embird. You have made it very easy to read and understand!!! Thank you!!!
Diana
I have found the videos on the CD. Fantastic, brilliant, please e-mail me if you have any more. In the UK I would have had to pay ?60 for one day tuition and would not have got a quarter of the information I have got from your Cd plus I can always refer back to something I haven t done for some time were my memory would not do this, thanks so much, I lost my husband to the dreaded Big C end of August and I thought this was the end of my life. Your CD has given me something to get stuck into. Use up many lonely hours and given me the push I need. Now I can make that family quilt that I have been putting off doing and with my very own embroidery. Thank you so much
Rose Swann
I have all of Carolyn's tutorials, even the ones on Embird. They are wonderful. I would love to have the downloads you mentioned. Please let me know how to get them. Thank you.
Kim Sawatzky
I just purchased Carolyn's Step by Step Guide for PEDesign/Pallette. I'm so excited to learn that these new lessons and videos free of charge. I'll look forward to hearing from you. Carolyn is wonderful!
Diana Gates, Port Orchard, WA
Hello Carolyn, first must say I love your Embird tutorial I purchased yesterday! I won a digitizing contest from designstitch.com and it was the prize and have been looking forward to learning how to use it. After looking a several tutorials I chose yours. Linda
Hi Carolyn, I did the Embird class in Townsville with you recently and I loved every bit of it. You are a great teacher and I wish you well with your classes. I also need Embird Studio classes now. LOL . Yvonne
I wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed our classes with you in Townsville, you are a wonderful teacher, and I had a great time! Mary
I just made my way through your very enjoyable fur tutorial and wanted to thank you for your clear and concise explanations. I am slowly - with your help! - teaching myself to digitize and having a wonderful time doing so.
Just wanted to know I really liked your first tutorial for Embird 2006. It was really helpful and I felt your voice was very encouraging and pleasant. I am already modifying designs and making gifts. Thanks for your help. Can't wait to try Studio.
I want to tell you what I think -- YOU ARE TOO WONDERFUL!! Thanks very much.
Thanks so much for your tutorials. They really are marvelous.
I received my tutorial Saturday. They are wonderful, thank you.
I want to thank you for the Embird Studio Tutorial I bought from you. Its down to earth and easy to understand!
You are a star, yes it's worked. Always the little things it seems that cause these hiccups. Many thanks.
I have to tell you, you are the best teacher. Keep up the good work. Thank you.
I just wanted to let you know that after purchasing your Redwork tutorial this evening that I sat right down and was able to digitize the Santa with great results. I am so excited. I was determined to learn Redwork and this first lesson when so well and quickly that now I am determined to move forward with my learning. Thanks so much for providing these lessons for us.
Keep up the in depth videos for those of us that are not very good at manuals as we really need them.
Keep up your wonderful teaching cds as the are invaluable to oldies like me trying to learn something new and creative.
Thank you again for your inspiration and encouragement.
I want to take this time to tell you how much I enjoy all of your books that I have gotten from you ? you?re a great teacher!
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