K-Series Loom User Manual
Introductory Information
Loom Features
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Counterbalanced harnesses use dobby weights in a closed loop
setup to ensure light and balanced treadling no matter which
pattern is being used or how many harnesses are being lifted.
Lifting either one or forty harnesses requires minimal effort and
feels nearly the same.
Available with 8, 16, 24, 32 or 40 harnesses, this best in class
capability provides flexibility and freedom for the ultimate weaving
loom.
Fitted to the countermarche loom is the Compu-Dobby 5. A first for
handweaving looms, the Compu-Dobby 5 enables computer control of
pattern
and
key loom functions, including warp tension and pick spacing.
Pattern control is a state of the art system that eliminates the multi-treadle
dance of traditional looms and the tedious pegging of mechanical dobby
looms. Much like the legacy cartridge systems from the Compu-Dobby I and
II, the Compu-Dobby 5 stores entire weaving files (WIFs) onboard with three
significant advantages over all other systems:
Ultra-fast pick writing. The system can achieve weaving speeds in
excess of 100 picks per minute.
Hundreds of weaving files may be stored for later use.
Eliminates latency timing issues inherent in computer
communications systems. Latencies can cause slower weaving and
even missed picks.
As a web enabled device, this loom connects to your computer or tablet via
WiFi or USB and controls the loom from your favorite browser. AVLDrive
version 5 is an easy to use, intuitive interface run from within the Compu-
Dobby 5. As a result, there is no software to install for the loom, nor is there
any limitation on the controlling device, except for a minimum screen
resolution (1024 x 768 pixels). AVLDrive is compatible with all major
browsers, including Safari, Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Opera.
Warp Beams and Automatic Warp Tension System
The K-Series comes equipped with a ½-yard sectional beam. The sectional
warp beam includes a handle and enough hoops to make 2” (5.1 cm)
sections. The hoops are moveable allowing sections of any width, provided
they are calculated in 1” (2.6 cm) increments. Removing all the hoops turns
the sectional beam into a plain beam.
Additional hoops can be ordered to make 1” (2.6 cm) sections.
