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Janome M7200 recensie (update 2023)
Opmerking van de redactie: This Janome M7200 review was originally written in 2017, and has been revised and updated in 2023. Since Janome M7200 has been discontinued, we have added alternatives such as Janome 4120QDC, Elna Elnita ec60, En Janome 3160QDC.
On a visit to Sunshine Sewing and Quilting in Margate, Florida, I had an opportunity to review the Janome M7200. The M7200 was at the top of the new Janome M line of machines, the company’s newest line of affordably priced sewing machines specifically designed for beginners.
Janome M7200 Overview
The Janome M7200 is a computerized sewing machine that offers a wide range of features. It has 200 built-in stitches, including basic utility stitches, decorative stitches, and quilting stitches. The machine also has a number of features that make it easy to use, such as a needle threader, a top-loading bobbin, and a free arm. The Janome M7200 also has a built-in alphabet and 12 one-step buttonhole functions.
Janome M7200 is now discontinued. We recommend trying out alternatives that we have added to this post.
When I first saw it, my thought was that the Janome M7200 very much resembles the Janome DC 5100. Upon closer examination, however, I discovered that while some things appeared the same, there are very definite differences between these two sewing machines.
Unlike the DC 5100, the Janome M7200 a speed control lever, and function buttons start/stop; needle up/down; reverse stitch; mirror image; design stop; and thread tie off/cut. Both machines are equipped with an on-board naaldinrijger and a colorful panel on the column with buttons which give the user immediate access to the most frequently used utility stitches, stitch selection buttons and controls for adjusting stitch length and width.
Other function buttons on the column include a stitch memory button; thread tie-off/cut; buttonhole selector; and mode. Above this panel of buttons is a small LCD screen which displays the stitch number and other critical data like stitch length and width settings, and an icon that lets the user know which presser foot is best to use for a selected stitch pattern.
The M7200 also has a removeable accessories case which gives the user access to a free arm and a lever to control the drop feed function on the back of the bed. There is also a large, well-lit workspace, a large needle plate with seam guides etched on it and an on-board stitch selection chart which can be attached to the machine head above the needle.
What are some alternatives for Janome M7200?
Like we have already mentioned in this review, the Janome M7200 has been discontinued. Here are some alternatives that we recommend instead.
De Janome 4120QDC is een computergestuurde naaimachine van topklasse die zowel ongelooflijk stevig als licht genoeg is om gemakkelijk te verplaatsen. Het is een krachtige naaimachine die een breed scala aan stoffen aankan. Ondanks het feit dat deze machine misschien prijzig lijkt, kunnen goedkopere alternatieven het niveau van uitmuntendheid gewoon niet evenaren.
Inrijgen is eenvoudig met de vastloopbestendige spoel, die ook voorkomt dat uw steken over de rand van uw project afdwalen. Ondertussen regel je moeiteloos het naaitempo, voer je kleine aanpassingen uit en draai je in hoeken dankzij het gebruiksvriendelijke bedieningspaneel en LCD-scherm.
De machine blijft functioneel naarmate uw vaardigheden zich uitbreiden met 120 steekopties en 7 knoopsgatopties. Een beschermhoes die bij het apparaat wordt geleverd, beschermt het tegen stof en andere stoffen die het apparaat kunnen beschadigen. Er wordt ook een instructie-dvd meegeleverd, zodat u meer over de machine te weten kunt komen.
De Janome 4120QDC is in het algemeen gemaakt als een machine voor alle doeleinden. Het kan vrijwel elke taak die u het geeft, voltooien. Het beschikt over een heleboel functies die het tot een van de meest aanpasbare en krachtige naaimachines maken die er zijn.
De Elna Elnita ec60 is een flexibele en gebruiksvriendelijke computergestuurde naaimachine en biedt een aantal functies voor zowel beginnende als ervaren naaisters. Deze machine kan een verscheidenheid aan klusjes aan, van eenvoudige reparaties tot meer uitdagende naaitaken, dankzij de 60 ingebouwde steken, waaronder basis-, decoratieve en stretchsteken.
Het gebruiksvriendelijke LCD-scherm van de Elna Elnita ec60, waarmee u eenvoudig steken, steeklengte en steekbreedte kunt kiezen en wijzigen, is een van de opmerkelijke kenmerken. Bovendien beschikt de machine over een automatische naaldinrijger, die het inrijgen van de naald eenvoudig maakt en handmatig inrijgen niet vereist.
Een ander voordeel is het constante en nauwkeurige stiksel van deze naaimachine. Elke steek is gelijkmatig en nauwkeurig dankzij de geavanceerde functies van de machine, waaronder een drop-in spoelsysteem dat storingen voorkomt, automatische aanpassing van de spanning en een instelbare snelheidsregeling.
De Elna Elnita ec60 is licht van gewicht en transporteerbaar, waardoor hij gemakkelijk voor langere tijd te gebruiken is. De machine beschikt ook over een voetpedaal, waardoor u eenvoudig de snelheid van de naaimachine kunt regelen, terwijl u uw handen vrij heeft om de stof te bedienen.
- Beste aankoop die lang meegaat
- Een kleine maar sterke structuur
- Gemakkelijke operatie
- Hoogste waardeniveau
- Luxe accessoires
- Mogelijk zijn er meer steken in de machine verwerkt
De Janome 3160QDC is een volledig functionele machine van topklasse die alle voordelen biedt tegen een betaalbare prijs. Het is gemaakt met de behoeften van een quilter in gedachten.
Het Superior Plus Feed System van het bedrijf Janome heeft een geoptimaliseerde box-feed die het mogelijk maakt om elke stof gelijkmatig en consistent door te voeren.
Van de 60 ingebouwde steken zijn zes 1-staps knoopsgaten beschikbaar. Deze machine op ware grootte weegt slechts 12 pond, waardoor hij gemakkelijk te vervoeren is naar workshops en gildevergaderingen.
Naaien wordt eenvoudig dankzij de tijdbesparende functies van deze machine, zoals de opgeslagen naald omhoog/omlaag, de naaldinrijger die u met één hand kunt bedienen en de stiksteekknop.
What are the features on Janome M7200?
- Horizontale roterende haak
- 200 ingebouwde nuttige en decoratieve steken
- 1 Alphanumeric font
- 12 one-step buttonholes
- Handmatige controle van de draadspanning
- Built-in, one-hand needle threader
- Opklikbaar naaivoeten
- 7-piece feed dog
- Vrije arm
- Function buttons:
- Drop-feed
- Start Stop
- Locking stitch
- Automatic tie off/thread cutter
- Achteruitsteek
- Needle up/down [default setting-down]
- Extra hoge naaivoetlichter
- Backlit LCD screen
- Easy navigation keys
Working on the Janome M7200
Following the easy, user friendly numerical threading guide on the Janome M7200 is literally as simple as one, two three. Helpful on-board guides make winding the drop-in bobbin and putting it into place equally uncomplicated.
After the machine is threaded, the next step is to determine which stitch to use. The reversible stitch selection chart located on top of the machine head is not only conveniently situated, it is designed in such a way that it is easy to understand and use. It is important to note here that the stitch selection guide is divided into three distinct modes:
Mode 1 – utility and basic decorative stitches;
Mode 2 – larger, more elaborate decorative stitches;
Mode 3 – block alphanumeric font
If you select a stitch number but do not first select the correct mode, you will not get the stitch you want. The mode is chosen by pressing the Mode button on the column until the licht identifying the desired mode is lit next to the +/- button on the right.
After selecting the proper mode, the next step is to use the up and down arrows on the column in order to choose the desired stitch number within the mode grouping. Buttons with plus and minus signs on the column are used to adjust the stitch length and width.
The middle row of buttons are used to access most frequently utility stitches – straight; zigzag and buttonholes.
The buttons at the bottom are for setting the M7200 to automatically tie off and cut the thread at every stop; to store and clear memory and to select the mode.
During this review, I observed a quiet hum while the machine was running at both the middle and high-speed settings. Even though it was sitting on one of those plastic folding utility tables with nothing beneath it except an Olfa mat, there was absolutely no vibration whatsoever. Each of the decorative and utility stitches sampled were perfectly formed, balanced and secure.
Which fabrics work on the Janome M7200?
| Stoffen die werken | Stoffen die niet werken |
|---|---|
| Natuurlijke vezels/katoen-linnen-wol Fijne stoffen/zijde-satijn-taft/fluweel Synthetische stoffen/mix-rayon-polyester Gebreide stoffen (alleen medium tot zwaar) Extra dikke stoffen of meerdere lagen Bekleding | Leer Bond Reptielen huid Canvas/keperstof Kunststof/rubber |
What accessories come with the Janome M7200?
Standaard accessoires:
- 8 Klik de naaivoeten vast
- 1/4″ Seam Foot
- Automatische knoopsgatvoet
- Blind Hem
- Zelfs voervoet
- Overedge voet
- Satijnsteekvoet
- Zig-Zag Foot
- Ritsvoet
- Spool pins (2 large; 2small)
- 4 spoelen
- Naalden
- Seam ripper/Buttonhole opener
- Pluisborstel
- Schroevendraaier
- Reversible stitch selection chart
- Gebruikershandleiding
- Instructie-dvd
- Harde kaft
- Large extension table
Optionele accesoires:
- 3-Way cording foot
- Applicatie voet
- Kralen voetset
- Bindmiddel voet
- Blindzoomvoet
- Bobbin holder for free motion quilting
- Randgeleidingsvoet
- Knoopaanzetvoet
- Handmatige knoopsgatvoet
- Closed toe darning foot
- Verborgen ritsvoet
- Convertible even feed foot
- Convertible free-motion quilting foot set
- Open toe darning foot [high shank]
- Open toe darning foot [low shank]
- Ditch quilting foot
- Edge guide foot
- Free motion quilting foot [low shank]
- Fringing foot
- Verzamelende voet
- Hemmer feet set
- Horizontal spool holder
- Manual needle threader
- Open toe foot with quilting guide
- Satijnsteekvoet met open teen
- Overdreven voet
- Pintucking cord guide
- Pintucking foot
- Piping voet
- Ribbon / sequin foot
- Rolzoomvoet
- Rolvoet
- Rotary even foot
- Satin stitch foot [open toe]
- Sliding buttonhole foot
- Sliding guide foot
- Rechtsteekvoet
- Ultraglide foot
- Zipper foot [screw on]
- Steekplaat voor rechte steken
- Spoelstandaard
- 9 Piece scissor uitrusting
- Ruffler
- Ribbon sewing guide
- Ready-to-quilt training panels by PatternJam
- Extra groot voetpedaal
- Flower stitching attachment
- Buttonhole stabilizer plate
- Quilting attachment kit
- Gids voor quilten
How to maintain the Janome M7200?
| Onderhoudsactiviteiten | Na elk gebruik | Maandelijks | Eén keer per jaar | Zoals nodig |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maak de racehaak en voerhonden schoon | Ja | Nee | Nee | Nee |
| Veeg de kop af met een zachte, droge doek | Nee | Nee | Nee | Ja |
| Veeg de kop af met een zachte, vochtige doek | Nee | Nee | Nee | Ja |
| Smeren | Nee | Nee | Nee | Nee |
| Dienst door naaimachine reparatie professioneel | Nee | Nee | Ja | Nee |
Summary: Janome M7200 Review
Overall, I believe the Janome M7200 is an excellent machine for home sewers at all levels. I hesitate to recommend it for use by young children or beginners of any age who are intimidated by having too many choices or who may not be comfortable going through the extra step of changing from one mode to another when move from one stitch selection group to another.
While many young children are computer savvy and able to operate machines that are somewhat highly technical in nature, I don’t believe the M7200 is a good choice for children who are still at the elementary school level. Youngsters who are in middle school and higher are, in my opinion, more adaptable to following multiple steps in order to accomplish a specific task.
I am inclined to have the same reservation when considering use of the Janome M7200 by anyone who is challenged with following more the series of steps required to successfully move through the stitch selection process. This includes adults who may be intimidated by technology.
One very good feature the of design built into the positioning of stitch selection chart on the Janome M7200 is that it can be folded behind the machine when it is not in use. This feature is particularly useful for storing or moving the machine because it is not necessary to remove the chart in order to put the hard cover over it. With the chart permanently in place, the likelihood of its getting lost or damaged is practically eliminated altogether.
I observed that the drop feed control lever is behind the free arm. While this is an ongoing personal peeve for me, I must concede that this one is a bit easier to access because of the overall design of the M7200. The detachable accessories case is mounted on the front of the free arm only, leaving the back completely accessible at all times.
I continue to campaign for all drop feed controls be located on the column or someplace on front of all sewing machines. However, I have also come to recognize that placing the drop feed control on back of the machine is more economical, and therefore, more desirable for keeping costs lower on more affordable sewing machines. In the long run, this concession is probably a fair compromise when compared with the overall quality of a sewing machine at any price point.
While all of the stitches sampled during this review were flawless, the owner’s manual suggests that depending upon fabric type, thickness and number of fabric layers, the stretch stitch may not come out perfectly. The manual offers a solution to the problem by using the screwdriver tool to adjust a screw behind the accessories storage compartment.
This sent up a red flag for me… albeit not because of anything I observed during this specific review. I cannot, however, help but wonder if this unusual adjustment of the feed balance dial may be required for one stitch, is it possible that the same type of adjustment may be required for other stitches a well?
I have repeatedly said that almost every brand new naaimachine werkt perfectly right out of the box. It is only after use in a real home situation over several months and sometimes even years before the true reliability and dependability of a sewing machine can be determined.
My experience has been that the manual tension dial is normally all that is needed to adjust the appearance and formation of any sewing machine stitch. The need for this additional adjustment feature makes me wonder if perhaps it will be necessary to make adjustments when using other stitch options as well. As they say… only time will tell.
With this in mind, I am comfortable recommending the purchase of the Janome M7200 with the aviso ‘buyer be aware’. When considering how many machines are sold with defects that are known to the manufacturer and deliberately withheld, I am inclined to trust that the folks at Janome are doing their very best to not only cover their bases, but to honestly and candidly inform consumers of possible unanticipated performance problems in advance.
Given the trend to try to cover up and even deny product defects, even when loss of life is a very real prospect, I commend Janome for putting this in the owner’s manual, making the consumer aware of this possibility at the very beginning. The challenge is that some people tend to take the sewing machine out of the carton and begin working on it immediately without taking the time to read the manual in its entirety.
According to information available through the Janome website, the Janome M7200 has an MSRP of $1199. Anyone who might be interested in purchasing this light weight, solidly built sewing and quilting machine should contact the authorized Janome dealer in their area and ask for a demonstration. If this is truly the machine for you, I have very little doubt you will be happy with your selection after you get it home.
Janome M7200 Review
Samenvatting
The Janome M7200 is a computerized sewing machine that is designed for both beginners and experienced sewers. It has 200 built-in stitches, including basic utility stitches, decorative stitches, and quilting stitches. The machine also has a number of features that make it easy to use, such as a needle threader, a top-loading bobbin, and a free arm. The Janome M7200 also has a built-in alphabet and 12 one-step buttonhole functions.
Overall, the reviewer of the Janome M7200 found it to be a good machine for sewers and quilters of all levels. They recommended it for those who are looking for a machine with a lot of features and that is easy to use.
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Hi! My name is Larissa, I’m a little bit confused by the type os fabrics this machine can sew. It can sew Fur but not a Cotton fabric? And not can sew multiple layers?
Thanks! I love your reviews!
I liked the magazine. I’m about to receive the DM 7200, I think it’s version 2 of this model. Missing information on the lubrication points of the machine and the type of lubricant to be used.
Thank you very much
What is the best foot to use to do freehand stitching around letters or numbers?