Specifications
New Features*, Including:
- 10.1” tablet-like screen
- Automatic needle threader
- 30% larger bobbin
- Improved threading with a new telescopic thread guide
- Increased stability and less vibration
- Ability to use large thread cones without the need for extra attachment
- New thread path for bobbin winding
- New processor with much faster response time
- Improved sewing quality and performance
- Decorative lights on side and in thread cover
- Two reverse buttons
- Rubber insert on handle
- Fabric soft cover
- Guide lines on the bobbin cover both in inches and centimeters
- Bobbin cover is now inserted in stitch plate
- Interchangeable Dual Feed presser foot included
- 13 storage slots for presser feet, organized in alphabetical order
- Specific storage for straight stitch plate
- Re-designed Graphical User Interface
- Two USB Ports
- More stitches including exclusive stitch techniques such as sequin stitches, pop-up stitches and more
Best-In-Class Features**, Including:
- Largest working area width, over 12.2” (310mm)
- Largest working area height, 5.5” (140mm)
- Largest height under sewing head, 3” (77mm)
- Brightest and most evenly distributed lighting, preventing any shadows in your work area
- Tablet-like screen – swipe, pinch and zoom
- Largest on screen visual working area
- Highest needle force
- Largest ruler on base plate (19”, 48.5cm)
- Largest stitchplate with clear markings on both sides – up to 2 ½” (65mm)
- Largest range of optional accessories
Unique Husqvarna Viking Features on the 980Q**:
- JoyOS Advisor™ feature with animated and illustrated step-by-step tutorials and more
- mySewnet™ Cloud – Automatic synchronization and software updates through WiFi
- deLuxe™ Stitch System –Thread portioning / Thread tension
- Exclusive Sensor System™ technology Dimensional stitches – Sequin, Applique, and Pop-up
- Theme Stitches Bobbin winding through needle
- Universal tool - magnetic screw driver
* As compared to the HUSQVARNA VIKING® Sapphire™ 965Q
**Best-in-Class and “Unique” features are when compared to other top-of-line sewing only machines including PFAFF performance 5.2, Brother Dream Weaver VQ 3000, Janome Horizon Memory Craft 9400, Babylock Crescendo and Bernina 740.
Warranty
- 20 Years on Mechanical Defects
- 5 Years Computer
- 5 Years Motor/Electronics
- 1 Year Service/Labor