We have all been there-to some degree- with new technology. When I got my new sewing machine about 18 months ago I had a new learning curve. I sat down with the manual and started through it until I felt comfortable with it. I looked at every diagram and located each item on the machine as I looked at the pictures. It helped a lot. Now, my challenge is a new cell phone that it ever so much smarter than me. Unfortunately, there is only a brief booklet and a web address. I work with it each day to add a new feature to what it will do. But, knowing me, I will quit when it does 'enough'. Don't let it get the best of you-jump in. You will love it.