PageFlip butterfly Operation & User’s Manual

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PageFlip Butterfly User Guide

Legal Notice Copyright c⃝2017 PageFlip Inc. All rights reserved. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. All state- ments, information, and recommendations in this manual are believed to be accurate but may include inadvertent technical inaccuracies or typo- graphical errors. PageFlip Inc. provides this information “as is”, without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. No part of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or trans- mitted in any form or any means electronic or mechanical, including pho- tocopying and recording for any purpose other than the purchaser’s per- sonal use without the consent of PageFlip Inc. PageFlip Inc. Woodmere, NY 11598 USA www.pageflip.com [email protected] Version 1.0 January 17, 2017 PageFlip, Inc. 1 www.pageflip.com

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FCC/CE Notice This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interfer- ence that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. PageFlip Butterfly FCC ID: XKEPFBUTTERFLY This product conforms to the EMC-Directive 89/336/EEC and to the Low Voltage Regulation 73/23 EEC. Safety Notice / Warning Please read the following safety instructions carefully to safely and cor- rectly operate this device. PageFlip assumes no responsibility for property damage or personal injury. 1. Do not place any container filled with liquid on the device. 2. Do not use a voltage other than the specified one. 3. Safely install and apply power before operating device. 4. Never insert your hand into device while operating it. 5. Do not disassemble or modify the device. PageFlip, Inc. 2 www.pageflip.com

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IC Notice This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS stan- dard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interfer- ence that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada appli- cables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonction- nement Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain ap- proved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (eirp) is not more than that necessary for successful communication. Conformément à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d’un type et d’un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l’émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l’intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d’antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (pire) ne dépasse pas l’intensité nécessaire à l’établissement d’une communication satis- faisante. PageFlip, Inc. 3 www.pageflip.com

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CONTENTS Contents 1 WELCOME 5 2 FEATURES 6 3 PACKAGE CONTENTS 8 4 BASIC OPERATION 9 4.1 Battery Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 4.2 Powering On the Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 4.3 Bluetooth Pairing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 4.4 Pedal Mode Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 4.5 Virtual iPad Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 4.6 Compatible Apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 5 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 15 6 PRODUCT COMPARISON 16 7 MAINTENANCE 18 8 WARRANTY 19 9 GUARANTEE 20 10 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 21 PageFlip, Inc. 4 www.pageflip.com

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1. WELCOME 1 WELCOME Congratulations on your purchase of the PageFlip Butterfly Bluetooth pedal! This product was designed to meet the needs of musicians, people with disabilities, and avid readers who struggle with the challenge and incon- venience of page turning. PageFlip Butterfly works exclusively with digital documents, web pages, and image collections on any tablet or computer. By simply tapping the dual pedal of the PageFlip Butterfly, the digital con- tent can now be flipped or scrolled in either the forward or reverse direc- tions for convenient hands-free page turning. The PageFlip Butterfly emulates a standard keyboard and works with any software that uses keyboard strokes to navigate through digital files. For added versatility, the user may select among three modes for the dual pedals: PageUp/PageDown, Up/Down arrow, and Left/Right arrow. Changing modes is as simple as pressing a button. No software installa- tion or programming is required. The PageFlip Butterfly is ideal for musicians who can now keep their hands, and their focus, on their instruments rather than struggle with turn- ing sheet music. It is also ideal for people with disabilities who can more easily tap a pedal than attempt to manipulate pages of a standard book or magazine. The convenient mode buttons maximize versatility for use with a wide variety of software to scroll, browse, and navigate through eBooks, PDF files, Word, Powerpoint, web pages, and images. PageFlip Butterfly is compact, silent, reliable, and easy to use. Since it works with digital content, it guarantees 100% reliability in turning one page at a time without moving parts or noise. Just pair the pedal with a Bluetooth-enabled computer, open up any digital file, and tap the pedal to begin enjoying hands-free reading. Be prepared to enjoy the benefits of the PageFlip Butterfly Bluetooth pedal for automatic page turning! PageFlip, Inc. 5 www.pageflip.com

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2. FEATURES 2 FEATURES • Ease of Use Simply open a digital file and press either pedal of the PageFlip Butterfly to turn a page forwards or backwards. • Convenience Permits hands-free reading of vast libraries of scanned, purchased, or freely downloaded digital content. There is no need to stop play- ing your musical instrument or wait for an assistant to turn the page. • Reliability Turns one page at a time with 100% accuracy. Navigation of digital content eliminates the risk of turning multiple pages at once, which is a problem typically associated with physical books. • Versatility Press a mode button to select pedal functions for enhanced soft- ware compatibility. Select one of three modes: PageUp/PageDown, Up/Down arrow and Left/Right arrow. • Wireless Connectivity The PageFlip Butterfly communicates wirelessly with the computer up to a range of 10 meters using standard Bluetooth 3.0 technol- ogy. Even if your computer does not have Bluetooth, you can still bring it the full benefits of this wireless pedal by purchasing a Blue- tooth USB dongle from www.pageflip.com and plugging it into the computer’s USB port. • Compatibility Works with iPad and Android tablets using select apps that accept keyboard commands, such as arrow keys. Compatible apps are listed on www.pageflip.com. Also works with any Windows, Mac, or Linux computer. PageFlip, Inc. 6 www.pageflip.com

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2. FEATURES • Unique Pairing Multiple pedals can be operated in the same room without inter- ference. The Bluetooth pairing process uniquely establishes wire- less connectivity between the PageFlip Butterfly and one computer. Bluetooth pairing is automatically achieved without a passkey once the pedal is selected among a list of discovered Bluetooth devices on the tablet/PC. • Auto Power-Off Function The PageFlip Butterfly automatically turns itself off 30 minutes after the last operation is performed. The pedal has a battery life of 200 hours of continuous page turning, or about 200,000 page turns. The pedal LEDs emit a triple flash warning to indicate a low-battery condition. • Portability Small lightweight pedal operates on two AA batteries. On average, two AA batteries will last about a year. • Technical Support Additional information and video tutorials can be found at www.pageflip.com PageFlip, Inc. 7 www.pageflip.com

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3. PACKAGE CONTENTS 3 PACKAGE CONTENTS This package contains the following items. If any items are missing, please contact the dealer where you purchased the product. 1. PageFlip Butterfly Bluetooth Pedal 2. Quickstart Guide (English/German/French/Spanish) Figure 1: Package contents: PageFlip Butterfly. PageFlip, Inc. 8 www.pageflip.com

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4. BASIC OPERATION 4 BASIC OPERATION Please read the operating instructions carefully before first use. PageFlip Butterfly is designed to work with a wide variety of software to display elec- tronic documents. It is important that the user closely follow the directions below in order to maximize performance, reliability, and reading pleasure. 4.1 Battery Installation 1. Turn off the PageFlip Butterfly pedal before inserting the batteries. 2. Remove the battery cover on the bottom of the pedal. 3. Install two new AA batteries. 4. Slide the battery cover back on. Note: To conserve battery power, turn off device when not in use. The unit automatically turns off after 30 minutes of inactivity, but can awake instantly upon a pedal tap. You will notice that the pedal is asleep if the POWER switch is set to On but no LEDs are lit next to the pedal mode buttons. A simple tap will initiate Bluetooth pairing immediately. It is ad- visable to press the pedal once before using in a performance to make sure that the pedal will not go to sleep soon. Press the other pedal to return to the original page. PageFlip, Inc. 9 www.pageflip.com

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4.2 Powering On the Pedal 4.2 Powering On the Pedal 1. Slide the POWER switch to the On position. 2. The pedal will attempt to pair itself with a computer. 3. For all new pairings, please refer to the Pairing instructions in Sec. 4.3. 4. For existing pairings, an LED will blink quickly (every second) for up to 30 seconds. 5. The LED will blink slowly (every four seconds) once a pairing is re-established. 6. Make sure the paired computer is on and awake. Figure 2: Top view of PageFlip Butterfly control panel. PageFlip, Inc. 10 www.pageflip.com

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4.3 Bluetooth Pairing 4.3 Bluetooth Pairing The following instructions assume that your tablet or computer is equipped with Bluetooth 2.1 or later. If you do not have Bluetooth, you may purchase a Bluetooth USB dongle from www.pageflip.com to bring the full benefits of this wireless pedal to any computer that is not Bluetooth compliant. 1. Press the RESET button (Fig. 3) to make the pedal discoverable. 2. Five LEDs will flash in sequence while pedal is in discovery mode. 3. Enable Bluetooth on the computer to be paired. 4. Show Bluetooth devices on the computer and select "Dual Pedal." 5. Note: "Keyboard" may appear momentarily before "Dual Pedal." 6. The LED of the current pedal mode (Sec. 4.4) will now flash slowly (once every four seconds). Figure 3: Rear view of PageFlip Butterfly. PageFlip, Inc. 11 www.pageflip.com

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4.4 Pedal Mode Selection 4.4 Pedal Mode Selection The PageFlip Butterfly emulates a standard keyboard and works with any software that uses keyboard strokes to navigate through digital files. For added versatility, the user may select among three preset pedal modes, as shown in Table 1. Simply press a button (Fig. 2) to change the mode. A flashing LED confirms the mode selection. Pedal Mode Function PageUp/PageDown Turn page Up/Down Arrow Turn page or move cursor Left/Right Arrow Turn page or move cursor Table 1: Three pedal modes and their functions. Select the mode that achieves your intended goals. Results may vary based on the software. For instance, some software applications use PageUp/PageDown to advance between pages/screens, and use the arrow keys to move the cursor between characters or rows. Other pro- grams accept the PageUp/PageDown or arrow keys interchangeably. Im- age viewers typically respond to Left/Right arrow but not Up/Down arrow. Experiment with the different modes and see which works best for your application. These options are made available to enhance pedal versatil- ity by making it responsive to the widest array of software. The default mode of the pedal immediately after the pedal is first paired with the computer or laptop is the up/down arrow keys (middle mode button). Thereafter, the pedal will assume the last pedal mode be- fore the pedal was turned off or went to sleep. PageFlip, Inc. 12 www.pageflip.com

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4.5 Virtual iPad Keyboard 4.5 Virtual iPad Keyboard The PageFlip Butterfly emulates a keyboard while interacting with the computer. This may prevent the virtual iPad keyboard from appearing when the focus is brought to a text field. In order to eject the virtual key- board to make it visible, please press the current mode button that lies next to the blinking LED. The current mode will remain unchanged while successive presses to that button will toggle the appearance and disap- pearance of the virtual keyboard on the iPad. 4.6 Compatible Apps Any app that responds to a Bluetooth keyboard will work equally well with PageFlip Bluetooth pedals. A list of compatible apps for iPad and Android tablets can be found on www.pageflip.com/apps.html. Incompatible apps are typically limited to the use of screen taps and swipes. The iBooks and Amazon Kindle apps on the iPad are two in- stances of such apps. Fortunately, there is a way to use PageFlip Blue- tooth pedals to interact with such apps by using the left and right pedals to mimic a swiping gesture (e.g., swipe left or swipe right). Just follow these instructions for use on iPads: PageFlip, Inc. 13 www.pageflip.com

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4.6 Compatible Apps 1. Go to Settings → General → Accessibility → Switch Control 2. Tap Switches and then tap "Add New Switch" 3. Choose "External" as the source. The message "Activate your ex- ternal switch" will appear. 4. Press the left pedal and then name the pedal: Left pedal 5. Choose a switch action for that pedal: choose "Move to Previous Item" 6. Now do the same for the right pedal: 7. Tap "Add New Switch". 8. Choose "External" as the source. The message "Activate your ex- ternal switch" will appear. 9. Press the right pedal and then name the pedal: Right Pedal 10. Choose a switch action for that pedal: choose "Move to Next Item" 11. Create a Recipe by going back to the main Switch Control page and tap "Recipes" 12. Tap "Turn Pages" 13. Under the Switch section tap "Assign a Switch" 14. Tap "Left pedal" and choose "Left to Right Swipe" 15. Tap "Add New Switch" 16. Tap "Right pedal" and tap "Right to Left Swipe’ 17. Launch the recipe by going back to the Recipes screen and tap Launch Recipe. 18. Tap "Turn Pages". 19. Turn Switch Control On PageFlip, Inc. 14 www.pageflip.com

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5. PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 5 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION Item Specifications Model Name PageFlip Butterfly Model Number PFBUTTERFLY-01 Dimensions 6.8 x 5.5 x 1.4 inches (172 x 140 x 36 mm) Weight (w/o batteries) 13.0 ounces (368 grams) Power Requirements DC 3V, 30mA (2 AA batteries) Power Consumption: Operating Mode 1.5 mA Bluetooth Pairing 0.6 mA Standby 0.5 mA Sleep 0.02 mA Battery Life 200 hours of continuous turning (2 AA batteries) approx. 200,000 page turns Output Power -2 dBm to 4 dBm Operating Distance 10 meters Operating Frequency 2402-2480 MHz Operating Temperature 32◦ − 140◦ F (0◦C - 60◦ C) Storage Temperature −4◦ − 140◦ F (−20◦ - 60◦ C) Relative Humidity 15% - 90% LED Operating Condition Off Pedal powered off or asleep All LEDs flash Bluetooth discovery mode (RESET) Quick flash (1 sec) Attempting to pair with computer Slow flash (4 sec) Paired with computer Three quick flashes Low-battery condition PageFlip, Inc. 15 www.pageflip.com

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6. PRODUCT COMPARISON 6 PRODUCT COMPARISON Butterfly Firefly Dragonfly Pedals 2 2 4 Mode Buttons 3 5 5 Silent pedal action    Wireless (Bluetooth)    Wired connectivity (USB)   Illuminated pedals   Programmable modes   Autorepeat   L/R Auxiliary outlets  Auto sleep period∗ 30 mins 30 mins 30 mins Power 2 AA 2 AA or AC∗∗ 2 AA or AC∗∗ Dimensions 6.8" x 5.5" x 1.4" 6.8" x 5.8" x 1.4" 7.0" x 6.7" x 2.0" Weight Hefty (13.0 oz) Heftier (15.2 oz) Heftiest (17.2 oz) Battery life (approx) 1 year 1 year 1 year Warranty 1 year 1 year 1 year Price $89.95 $109.95 $129.95 Preset Pedal Modes Butterfly Firefly Dragonfly Up/Down arrow    Left/Right arrow    PageUp / PageDown    Left/Right mouse click   Space / Enter   Volume+ / Volume-  Play/Pause / Stop  ∗ Inactivity period before pedal enters sleep mode. ∗∗ Use two AA batteries or plug into USB AC adapter. Batteries and adapter are not included. PageFlip, Inc. 16 www.pageflip.com

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6. PRODUCT COMPARISON The five main advantages that the Firefly has beyond the Butterfly are: (1) programmable mode buttons, (2) illuminated pedals, (3) wireless OR wired operation, (4) heft/ruggedness, and (5) auxiliary outlets for external pedals that can make Firefly a quad pedal system. The main advantages that the Dragonfly has beyond the Firefly are: (1) integrated quad pedal system, (2) compact design that fits quad pedal into a dual pedal footprint, and (3) added heft/ruggedness. The benefit of a quad pedal is that it allows the user to trigger four app actions instead of two. For instance, two pedals can be configured to turn pages while the other two pedals can advance through a setlist, pop up a search box, launch a metronome, control audio playback and volume, and more. PageFlip, Inc. 17 www.pageflip.com

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7. MAINTENANCE 7 MAINTENANCE Before cleaning the PageFlip Butterfly, the following is recommended: 1. Turn off the power 2. Take out the batteries Gently wipe the PageFlip Butterfly surface with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. Caution: Do not use water, liquid detergent or solvents for cleaning. Liquids might drip into the device’s mechanical or electronic parts and cause damage. PageFlip, Inc. 18 www.pageflip.com

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8. WARRANTY 8 WARRANTY PageFlip offers a one-year warranty on the PageFlip Butterfly Bluetooth pedal. The warranty commences on the date of purchase. Should a unit fail during the warranty period, PageFlip will, at its option, repair or replace the damaged unit. Repaired or replaced units will be covered for the re- mainder of the original warranty period. This warranty does not apply to units that, after being examined by PageFlip, have been found to have failed due to customer abuse, mishandling, alteration, improper installa- tion, or negligence. Furthermore, the warranty does not apply to defects that have negligible effect on the value or operation of the unit. Defective units must be returned postage paid as a complete unit to PageFlip or its authorized distributor. Proof of purchase and a letter ex- plaining the problem must accompany the returned unit. The warranty becomes void if repairs are undertaken by unauthorized persons and if original PageFlip parts are not used. Products no longer covered by a warranty may be repaired for a nom- inal fee. All repairs are warranted for one year. Before returning a product for refund or repair, please send email to [email protected] with a description of the problem. PageFlip will respond with instructions on how to expediently resolve the matter. Repair charges must first be approved for products no longer covered by the warranty. PageFlip, Inc. 19 www.pageflip.com

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9. GUARANTEE 9 GUARANTEE PageFlip offers a 30-day money back guarantee if our products do not meet your needs or expectations. Products must be returned postage paid in new condition in the original packaging to honor this service. A 20% restocking fee applies. Contact [email protected] for instructions. Contact us at: PageFlip, Inc. Woodmere, NY USA [email protected] www.pageflip.com PageFlip, Inc. 20 www.pageflip.com

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10 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Visit the FAQ tab on www.pageflip.com for the most up-to-date version of these frequently asked questions. What are the differences between the PageFlip pedals? The PageFlip Butterfly is a new and improved version of our original Ci- cada pedal. It is hefty, rugged, and features large silent tactile pedals. It is far better than competing products that offer only small buttons or un- responsive membrane switches. The PageFlip Firefly is our best-selling premium pedal. It has additional features beyond the Butterfly, including illuminated pedals for use in dim venues, programmable pedal modes, wireless (Bluetooth) or wired (USB) operation, added heft and rugged- ness, and auxiliary outlets for external pedals that can turn the Firefly into a quad pedal system. Try the PageFlip Dragonfly if you want a fully inte- grated, compact quad pedal. Please refer to the comparison chart shown in Table ??. Does the pedal work with iPad and Android tablets? Yes, PageFlip pedals work with all iPad versions and all Android tablets supporting Bluetooth 3.0 or later. However, the pedals only work with apps that accept keyboard commands. The most popular compatible iPad apps are Forscore, unrealBook, OnSong, Deepdish Gigbook, and Newzik. The most popular compatible Android apps are MobileSheets, SongBook, Fakebook, GuitarTapp Pro, and ezPDF Reader. The list of compatible software is sure to grow. Please check www.pageflip.com/apps.html for updated information. Does the pedal work with Surface tablets and Windows/Mac soft- ware? Yes. PageFlip pedals emulate a keyboard that emits key presses. The PageFlip, Inc. 21 www.pageflip.com

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pedal’s emitted signals are determined by the pedal mode buttons. Any software on a computer or tablet (e.g., Surface Pro) running Windows or MacOS will be able to interpret these key presses, whether they were trig- gered by tapping the pedal or any computer keyboard. Try our pedals with Power Music Software on Windows (www.powermusicsoftware.com). Does the pedal work with the Kindle or iBooks apps? PageFlip pedals work with Kindle Fire HD. Older Kindle hardware does not support Bluetooth or include a USB port. However, Kindle software for the PC and Mac works with the pedal. Now, you can also turn pages in the Kindle and iBooks app on iPads by following the instructions given in Sec. 4.6. Which apps are known to work with the pedal? PageFlip pedals work with any app that responds to PageUp/PageDown key presses or arrow keys. Visit www.pageflip.com/apps.html for a list of compatible apps. In general, if the app works with a Bluetooth key- board, it will work with our pedals. How do I reprogram the mode functions? Visit www.pageflip.com/software.html to download our free Windows or Mac software to reprogram the pedal functions. Pair the Firefly or Drag- onfly pedal to your computer using Bluetooth. Do not use USB to connect the pedal to the computer during this reprogramming process. Run the PageFlip software to display an image of your pedal with overlaid text fields for specifying the desired mode functions. The program should show "Connected" to confirm that the pedal is properly paired to the computer. If not, exit the program and attempt to re-pair the pedal to the computer before running the program again. Once the program confirms that the pedal is "Connected" to the computer, click on each pedal field and press a keyboard button or on-screen button to reprogram the selected field. PageFlip, Inc. 22 www.pageflip.com

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Press "Save" to save the entries. A message will be displayed to confirm the pedal status. Where can I find digital sheet music to download? The best source for free classical music is the International Music Score Library Project (IMSLP) at imslp.org. Extensive collections of popular music can be found at freehandmusic.com, sheetmusicdirect.com, musicnotes.com, sheetmusicscore.com, or everynote.com. CD Sheet Music from Hal Leonard (halleonard.com) is a great source of scanned classical music conveniently available on CDs. Search the internet for “sheet music download” to get updated results. How do I import my books or sheet music into my computer? You must scan the physical pages. For best results, try to avoid the shad- ows near the book spine by using a flatbed book scanner such as the Plustek OpticBook 3600. Visit www.plustek.com for more details. A more cost-effective solution is to use a great new service provided by 1dollarscan.com. Simply mail them your books, and they will cut off the binding and scan the loose pages at 300dpi for $1 per set of 100 pages. Additional charges apply for scanning at 600dpi or to apply a deskewing algorithm. Visit 1dollarscan.com for more information. Please note that this is a destructive process. You will get a pdf file for each book you send but you will sacrifice your book in the process. They discard the book after chopping off the binding and scanning the pages. Can I connect other foot pedals to trigger page turns? The Firefly features L/R jacks on the rear of the pedal that you can use to plug other foot pedals. The L/R jacks accept 1/8" mono plugs. We deliberately designed this capability to accommodate the preferences of our diverse users. Therefore, if you have any particular pedal or switch that you prefer over the Firefly’s integrated pedal, then by all means plug PageFlip, Inc. 23 www.pageflip.com

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it in! The Butterfly and Dragonfly do not have L/R jacks for external pedals. Why are the LEDs not lit when I turn on the pedal? Make sure to install two fresh AA batteries in the pedal. The Firefly/Dragonfly pedal may also be used without batteries by plugging it into the wall using the supplied USB power cable and any USB AC adapter, such as those already included with iPads/iPhones. It may also be plugged into a com- puter’s USB port for power. What is the current pedal mode? An LED is lit next to the current mode setting of the pedal. Simply press a different mode button to change the setting. The LED will turn off once the pedal enters sleep mode after an inactivity period of 30 minutes. Why is the pedal not turning pages? Confirm that the device "Dual Pedal" (Butterfly), "Premium Pedal" (Firefly), or "Quad Pedal" (Dragonfly) is paired to your tablet or computer and that the correct pedal mode is selected. Some software may require arrow keys while others may require PageUp/PageDown or other keystrokes. Try several modes until you find one that works. If you reprogrammed the mode buttons on the Firefly/Dragonfly, press the "Mode Reset" button on the rear of the pedal to reset to factory defaults. Note for unrealBook users on the iPad: you must go to the app’s settings (tap the gear icon) and set Network → Airturn Setup → Airturn Support to ON. NextSong switches can be left OFF. The app will then respond to the Up/Down Arrow keys. Why is the pedal not turning pages on the unrealbook app? Confirm that the device "Dual Pedal" (Butterfly), "Premium Pedal" (Fire- fly), or "Quad Pedal" (Dragonfly) is paired to your tablet or computer and that the Up/Down arrow mode is set on the pedal. This is indicated by a blinking light next to the middle mode button. Then, make sure you go to PageFlip, Inc. 24 www.pageflip.com

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the app’s settings (tap the gear icon) and set Network → Airturn Setup → Airturn Support to ON. NextSong switches can be left OFF. The unreal- book app will then respond to the Up/Down Arrow keys. What are the different operating conditions signified by the LED? A solid LED means that the pedal is plugged into a power source (Fire- fly/Dragonfly only). If the RESET button is pressed, the pedal enters Bluetooth discovery mode and all the LEDs flash in sequence. The LED flashes once per second after the pedal is turned on and is attempting to establish a Bluetooth connection with a paired device. The LED flashes once every four seconds to signal that the pedal is already paired. Re- peated bursts of three quick flashes signal a low-battery condition. Please replace the two AA batteries once you see this triple-flash warning. Why did the pedal automatically shut down? In an attempt to preserve battery life, the pedal enters sleep mode after an inactivity period of 30 minutes. Tapping a pedal will make the unit attempt to re-establish the Bluetooth connection. This may take a few seconds. It is not possible to disable this sleep function when operating in battery mode. The Firefly and Dragonfly pedals will never go to sleep if you use the supplied USB cable to connect the pedal to a USB AC adapter or a computer. You will know that the pedal is asleep if the pedal is turned on and there are no blinking lights. If the pedal is awake, a light will blink once every four seconds. It is advisable to tap the pedal once and verify that it turns pages when you want to use the pedal after a long delay lasting over 30 minutes. What do I do if Bluetooth pairing is unsuccessful? Delete the device displayed in the host and press the BLUETOOTH RE- SET button on the pedal. Initial discovery mode may take up to 10 sec- onds. Follow your computer’s instructions on how to pair Bluetooth de- PageFlip, Inc. 25 www.pageflip.com

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vices. Is it necessary to pair the pedal each time I use it with the same device? No, you must only pair the pedal once to a device (e.g., iPad/Mac/Windows computer). There is no need to pair it again once you turn on the pedal or device again. If you find that the pedal loses its pairing, then contact customer support. The only time you need to pair the pedal again with a device is if you paired the pedal to another device in the interim. The pedal only remembers one pairing at a time. Can the pedal work with computers that have no Bluetooth? Yes. To maintain wireless Bluetooth connectivity, simply plug in an optional USB Bluetooth dongle (3.0 or later) into the computer’s USB port. The dongle is available in the PageFlip online store. Follow your computer’s instructions for adding Bluetooth devices. On the Firefly and Dragonfly, you also have the option of connecting the pedal to the computer with the USB cable (included) for wired connectivity. Do I need to use a Bluetooth dongle? The dongle is only needed if you are using the pedal with a tablet or com- puter that does not support Bluetooth 3.0 or later. Note that the dongle is never needed for iPads or Macs since they all have Bluetooth support. Windows and Linux computers may come without integrated Bluetooth support so they are the only candidates for using the dongle. Dongles can be purchased in the PageFlip online store. Can the pedal turn pages at timed intervals? No. All PageFlip pedals turn a page only when the user triggers it by tap- ping a pedal. PageFlip, Inc. 26 www.pageflip.com

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When is the Autorepeat mode appropriate? The Firefly and Dragonfly pedals feature an Autorepeat switch that can be used to emit a rapid succession of commands as long as the pedal is pressed down. Turn on Autorepeat if you are interested in fast browsing or scrolling. Turn off Autorepeat to avoid multiple pages from turning at once if you inadvertently press the pedal too long. It is therefore best to turn off Autorepeat during a performance. Can I use the virtual iPad keyboard and the pedal at the same time? Press the current mode (CM) button, which lies next to the blinking light, to eject/hide the virtual keyboard. After you press the CM button once, you will be able to access the virtual keyboard to enter text whenever you need it for the duration of your session. Test it by tapping into a text field and confirming that the virtual keyboard appears on the screen. Can the pedal withstand rugged abuse? All PageFlip pedals are made of highly durable plastic that can withstand stomping and rugged use. The pedals were designed to meet these criti- cal requirements for our most demanding users. What can I do to see the pedal more clearly in low-light situations? The black pedal may be hard to see when using it in dim lighting. Firefly and Dragonfly users can simply turn on the Light switch on the front panel to illuminate the pedals. Butterfly users can try to apply fluorescent self- adhesive tape to the pedals to make it glow in the dark. The Firefly dual pedal and Dragonfly quad pedal are the best choices for users who play in dim venues. Why the names "Butterfly," "Firefly," and "Dragonfly"? The Butterfly pedal derives its name from the butterfly insect whose grace- ful wings inspired the pedal’s sleek design. The PageFlip Firefly features PageFlip, Inc. 27 www.pageflip.com

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illuminated pedals so its name is inspired by the gentle glow emitted by the firefly insect. The PageFlip Dragonfly is a quad pedal so it is named after the majestic dragonfly, which has a total of four wings. Please visit us at www.pageflip.com for additional information, including manuals and videos. Please send email to [email protected] with any technical questions or comments. PageFlip, Inc. 28 www.pageflip.com

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