I just got the Jane (same as Brother 1500) with an Imperial frame. Wanted a frame that would eventually hold a long arm machine. Wishful thinking.
So far it is a big learning curve but loving it.
Can only do a 4 inch quilting space but if I use a 4in ruler and mark the quilt rows it keeps me from running out of space.
So far pantograms are beyond me, that will take some more learning. Its just to difficult to use the machine from the back as I cannot see what is going on out front.
I did get a stitch regulator and I love it. Cost $500 dollars but worth it.
DebbyT has helped alot with her posts.
My latest problem is how to stablize the edges of the quilt so you dont make a mess when sewing over them from the back of the machine doing pantograms. You need the whole quilt tacked down on the sides before you use the panto. Do you roll the quilt twice to sew down each side? I see long armers doing each row but they have a much larger space to work in.