PageFlip PFDRAGONFLY PageFlip Dragonfly User Manual

PageFlip Inc. PageFlip Dragonfly Users Manual

Users Manual

PageFlip Dragonfly
Bluetooth/USB Pedal
User Guide
PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide
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 Dragonfly
FCC ID: XKEPFDRAGONFLY
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction
with any other antenna or transmitter.
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. Do not plug AC adapter into socket with wet hands.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction
5. Do not disassemble or modify the device.
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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.
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(1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
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subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonction-
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide CONTENTS
Contents
1 WELCOME 5
2 FEATURES 8
3 PACKAGE CONTENTS 10
4 BASIC OPERATION 11
4.1 Battery Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.2 ACAdapter.......................... 12
4.3 Powering On the Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.4 Bluetooth Pairing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4.5 Pedal Mode Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.6 Reprogramming the Pedal Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.7 Triggering the Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
4.8 Autorepeat Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
4.9 Virtual iPad Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 23
6 MAINTENANCE 24
7 WARRANTY 25
8 GUARANTEE 26
9 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 27
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 1. WELCOME
1 WELCOME
Congratulations on your purchase of the PageFlip Dragonfly Bluetooth/USB
pedal! This product was designed to meet the needs of musicians, peo-
ple with disabilities, and avid readers who struggle with the challenge and
inconvenience of page turning. PageFlip Dragonfly works exclusively with
digital documents, web pages, and image collections using any keyboard-
compatible app on tablets or computers. The PageFlip Dragonfly is unique
among all Bluetooth pedals in that it features a compact four-pedal design.
By simply tapping any of the quad pedals on the PageFlip Dragonfly, dig-
ital content can now be flipped or scrolled in either the forward or reverse
directions for convenient hands-free page turning. The user may also
choose to launch other app functions such as navigating to the next song
in a setlist, volume control, or toggling the play/pause button on an app.
The PageFlip Dragonfly is unique among all Bluetooth pedals in that it is
a compact quad pedal, offering four actions to be initiated by the user with
the touch of a pedal.
The PageFlip Dragonfly emulates a standard keyboard and works with
any software that uses keyboard strokes to navigate through digital files or
activate app functions. For added versatility, the user may select among
five preset modes for the quad pedals: Volume-/Volume+/Stop/Play, Previ-
ous/Next/Stop/Play, Left/Right arrow and Up/Down arrow, PageUp/PageDown
and Up/Down arrow, and Left/Right mouse click and Space/Enter. Chang-
ing modes is as simple as pressing a button. Note that in Play mode, suc-
cessive taps of the pedal will toggle the app between the play and pause
functions. For added versatility, the pedal functions may be reprogrammed
with free software available on . Simply pair the pedal
to a Windows or Mac computer using Bluetooth and run the software to
edit the pedal modes. This operation must use Bluetooth, not the USB
cable, as the means to connect the pedal to the computer.
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 1. WELCOME
The PageFlip Dragonfly 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 Dragonfly may be operated in wireless or wired mode. Wire-
less connectivity is achieved via Bluetooth. All Apple products and most
modern tablets/computers are equipped with Bluetooth, so this mode is
nearly universal. An optional USB Bluetooth dongle is available from
to interface to computers that are not equipped with
Bluetooth 2.1 (or later). If the user prefers wired connectivity, the supplied
USB cable can be connected between the pedal and tablet/computer.
Note that iPads require an optional Camera Connection Kit to interface
with the supplied USB cable.
The PageFlip Dragonfly features LED lighting to emit a discrete glow
on each of the two pedals, hence the name “Dragonfly.” This lighting per-
mits the pedal to be easily found in orchestra pits, dark stages, and clut-
tered environments. If the pedal lights are not needed, we recommend
using the light switch to turn off the LED lighting to preserve battery life.
The PageFlip Dragonfly goes to sleep after 30 minutes of inactivity.
Although only a simple tap of the pedal is needed to wake the pedal, the
long 30-minute period prevents the user from having to make this effort
under most common performance conditions. No other pedal offers such
a long inactivity period before entering sleep mode for the benefit of the
user.
PageFlip Dragonfly is compact, rugged, silent, and easy to use. Since
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 1. WELCOME
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 or connect it to the tablet/computer via the
USB cable, open up any digital file, and tap the pedal to begin enjoying
hands-free reading. Be prepared to enjoy the benefits of the PageFlip
Dragonfly Bluetooth/USB pedal for automatic page turning!
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 2. FEATURES
2 FEATURES
•Ease of Use
Simply open a digital file and press either of the primary (larger)
pedals of the PageFlip Dragonfly to turn a page forwards or back-
wards. Tap the secondary (smaller) pedals to launch two other
functions on the app.
•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 a care-giver 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:
(1) Volume-/Volume+/Stop/Play
(2) Previous/Next/Stop/Play
(3) Left/Right/Up/Down arrows
(4) PageUp/PageDown/Left/Right arrows
(5) LeftClick/RightClick/Space/Enter
The pedals may be reprogrammed for added versatility. Download
the free Windows and Mac software from .
•Robust Operation
A Repeat switch enables continuous scrolling while the pedal is
pressed down. Disable this feature for musical performances to
prevent inadvertent page turns in case of a slow pedal release or
to rest your foot on the pedal between page turns.
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 2. FEATURES
•Wireless or Wired Connectivity
The PageFlip Dragonfly communicates wirelessly with the com-
puter up to a range of 10 meters using standard Bluetooth 3.0 tech-
nology. For those users who lack a Bluetooth-equipped device or
simply prefer a wired connection, the pedal can be connected di-
rectly to their device via the supplied USB cable.
•Compatibility
Works with iPad and Android tablets using select apps that accept
keyboard commands, such as arrow keys. Compatible apps are
listed on . Also works with any Windows, Mac,
or Linux computer. Users may purchase a Bluetooth USB dongle
from to bring the full benefits of this wireless
pedal to any computer that is not Bluetooth compliant.
•Unique Pairing
Multiple pedals can be operated in the same room without interfer-
ence. The Bluetooth pairing process uniquely establishes wireless
connectivity between the PageFlip Dragonfly 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/computer.
•Auto Power-Off Function
PageFlip Dragonfly 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.
•Portability
Small sturdy pedal operates on AC power or two AA batteries.
•Technical Support
Additional information and video tutorials can be found at
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 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 Dragonfly Bluetooth/USB Pedal
2. USB cable (6 feet)
3. Quickstart Guide (English/German/French/Spanish)
Figure 1: Package contents: PageFlip Dragonfly and USB cable.
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 4. BASIC OPERATION
4 BASIC OPERATION
Please read the operating instructions carefully before first use. PageFlip
Dragonfly is designed to work with a wide variety of software to display
electronic documents. It is important that the user closely follow the di-
rections below in order to maximize performance, reliability, and reading
pleasure.
4.1 Battery Installation
1. Turn off the PageFlip Dragonfly 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 goes to sleep 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.
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 4.2 AC Adapter
4.2 AC Adapter
In addition to being battery-operated, PageFlip Dragonfly may also be
powered via the supplied USB cable (Fig. 1). Simply plug one end of the
USB cable into the micro-USB outlet on the rear of the PageFlip Dragon-
fly (Fig. 2) and plug the other end into a USB AC adapter or a computer’s
USB port.
(a) (b)
Figure 2: (a) Rear view of PageFlip Dragonfly. Attach the micro-USB end
of the 6’ USB cable (Fig. 1) into the rear micro-USB outlet and
connect the other end into a computer USB port or (b) any USB
AC adapter, such as those found on iPads and iPhones.
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 4.3 Powering On the Pedal
4.3 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. 4.4.
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 the pairing is
re-established.
6. Make sure the paired computer is on and awake.
Figure 3: Top view of PageFlip Dragonfly control panel.
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 4.4 Bluetooth Pairing
4.4 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 to bring the full benefits
of this wireless pedal to any computer that is not Bluetooth compliant.
1. Press BLUETOOTH RESET (Fig. 2) to make 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 "Quad Pedal."
5. Note: "Keyboard" may appear momentarily before "Quad Pedal."
6. The LED of the current pedal mode (Sec. 4.5) will now flash slowly
(once every four seconds).
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 4.5 Pedal Mode Selection
4.5 Pedal Mode Selection
The PageFlip Dragonfly emulates a standard keyboard and works with
any software that uses keyboard strokes to navigate through digital files
or launch app functions. For added versatility, the user may select among
five preset pedal modes, as shown in Table 2. Simply press a button
(Fig. 3) to change the mode. A flashing LED confirms the mode selec-
tion. The bottom two icons around each mode button designate the pedal
modes for the primary (larger) left and right pedals. The top two icons
around each mode button designate the pedal modes for the secondary
(smaller) left and right pedals that sit on top of the primary pedals. The
functions of these two sets of pedals are described in the two tables below.
Primary Pedal Modes Function
Stop/Play Stop and play/pause app functions
Stop/Play Stop and play/pause app functions
Up/Down Arrow Turn page or move cursor
Up/Down Arrow Turn page or move cursor
Space/Enter Press Space bar or Return key
Table 1: Five preset primary 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.
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 4.5 Pedal Mode Selection
Secondary Pedal Modes Function
VolumeDown/VolumeUp Change the volume
Previous/Next Go to previous or next song
Left/Right Arrow Turn page or move cursor
PageUp/PageDown Turn page
Left/Right Mouse click Click left or right mouse button
Table 2: Five preset secondary pedal modes and their functions.
The default mode of the pedal immediately after the pedal is first
paired with the computer or laptop is the left/right and up/down arrow
keys (middle mode button). Thereafter, the pedal will assume the last
pedal mode before the pedal was turned off or went to sleep.
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4.6 Reprogramming the Pedal Modes
1. Visit , scroll to the bottom, and click on the Soft-
ware link to download the PageFlipInstallerV1.0.exe executable for
Windows or PageFlipInstallerV1.0.dmg for Mac.
2. Pair the pedal to a Windows or Mac computer using Bluetooth
(Sec. 4.4).
3. Run the Dragonfly software to see the interface shown in Fig. 4.
4. Note that "Connected" appears at the top to indicate a paired Drag-
onfly pedal. Pair the Dragonfly to the computer if “Disconnected"
appears.
5. Five mode settings are listed for the left/right primary and sec-
ondary pedals.
6. Click on any field and type a character to reprogram the pedals.
7. Select “Save” to save the settings and confirm (Fig. 5).
8. Press MODE RESET (Fig. 2) or "Factory Settings" in software to
restore default pedal modes.
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Figure 4: Initial window of pedal reprogramming software
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Figure 5: Move cursor into fields and type character or select hotkey to
reprogram mode setting. Press "Save" to save settings and
confirm. Notice that the secondary pedals have different values
than the integrated pedals.
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 4.7 Triggering the Pedal
4.7 Triggering the Pedal
The PageFlip Dragonfly Bluetooth pedal can be triggered by:
1. tapping the left or right primary (larger) pedal of the PageFlip Drag-
onfly
2. tapping the left or right secondary (smaller) pedal of the PageFlip
Dragonfly
Figure 6: Primary (larger) and secondary (smaller) pedals. Each of these
four pedals has an LED light that can be turned on for use in
dim venues.
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 4.8 Autorepeat Function
4.8 Autorepeat Function
The PageFlip Dragonfly features an autorepeat function that may be set
by the REPEAT switch (Fig. 3). If autorepeat is on, a continuous stream of
commands is sent to the computer as long as the pedal is pressed down.
This behavior, which is identical to that of a keyboard, is useful for fast
browsing or scrolling. The autorepeat function applies only to the following
pedal modes: PageUp/PageDown, Left/Right arrow, and Up/Down arrow.
Enable Autorepeat
1. Slide the REPEAT switch to the On position.
2. Tap pedal quickly to turn one page.
3. Tap and hold the pedal to turn successive pages quickly.
Disable Autorepeat
1. Slide the REPEAT switch to the Off position.
2. Tap pedal slowly or quickly to turn one page.
For musical practice or performance, it is recommended to disable the
autorepeat function. This prevents turning multiple pages inadvertently if
the pedal is held down too long. This also permits the user to rest their
foot on the pedal until the next page is turned with another foot tap.
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 4.9 Virtual iPad Keyboard
4.9 Virtual iPad Keyboard
The PageFlip Dragonfly 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.
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 5. PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
5 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
Item Specifications
Model Name PageFlip Dragonfly
Model Number PFDRAGONFLY-01
Dimensions 6.8 x 5.8 x 1.4 inches (173 x 147 x 36 mm)
Weight (w/o batteries) 9.6 ounces (271.2 grams)
Power Requirements 3V, 40mA (2 AA batteries)
Power Consumption:
Operating Mode 4.4-6.8 mA
Bluetooth Pairing 1.4-50 mA
Standby 0.24-4.1 mA
Sleep 0.302 mA
Pedal light 5 mA additional
Battery Life (2 AA batteries):
Pedal light off 400 hours of continuous turning (200K page turns)
Pedal light on 200 hours of continuous turning (100K page turns)
Output Power -1.86dBm
Operating Distance 10 meters
Operating Frequency 2402-2480 MHz
Operating Temperature 32◦
−140◦F (0◦C - 60◦C)
Storage Temperature −40◦
−176◦F (−40◦-80◦C)
Warranty One year
LED Operating Condition
Off Pedal powered off or asleep
Solid Connected to external power source
All LEDs flash Bluetooth discovery mode (BLUETOOTH RESET)
Quick flash (1 sec) Attempting to pair with computer
Slow flash (4 sec) Paired with computer
Three quick flashes Low-battery condition
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 6. MAINTENANCE
6 MAINTENANCE
Before cleaning the PageFlip Dragonfly, the following is recommended:
1. Turn off the power
2. Unplug the power cord
3. Take out the batteries
Gently wipe the PageFlip Dragonfly 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.
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 7. WARRANTY
7 WARRANTY
PageFlip offers a one-year warranty on the PageFlip Dragonfly 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 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.
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 8. GUARANTEE
8 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 for instructions.
Contact us at:
PageFlip, Inc.
Woodmere, NY
USA
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9 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Does the PageFlip Dragonfly work with the Apple iPad?
Yes. However, the pedal only works with software that accepts keyboard
commands. The most popular compatible apps are Forscore, unrealBook,
and Deepdish Gigbook. Other compatible apps include DrumSetlist Man-
ager, Hymnals, iCue, iGigBook, iReal b, Loopy, Loopy HD, MuseScore
Sheet Music Viewer, Music Binder, MusicReader, MusicPodium, My Lyric
Book, NextPage, NextSong, OnSong, PiaScore HD, Play On Cue, Pocket
Jamz Guitar Tabs, Pocket Jamz Piano Notes, PrompterPal, SampleWiz,
Avid Scorch, Scorio Music Case, SeeScore, Finale SongBook, Sheet Mu-
sic Direct, Scorecerer, Set List Maker, Setlists, Steinway Etude, TheGigEasy,
Virtual Sheet Music, Teleprompt+, and Planning Center Music Stand.
Please check for updated information.
Does the PageFlip Dragonfly work with all Android tablets?
The PageFlip Dragonfly works with Android tablets that support Bluetooth
2.1 + EDR (or later). This includes virtually all Android tablets. However,
the pedal only works with Android apps that accept keyboard commands.
Currently, this is limited to MobileSheets, MusicNotes, SongBook, Moon+
Reader, EBookDroid, Cool Reader, and ezPDF Reader. Please check
for updated information.
Does the PageFlip Dragonfly work with all Windows and Mac soft-
ware?
The PageFlip Dragonfly quad pedal emulates a keyboard that emits two
key presses. The function of those keys is determined by the five mode
buttons. Any software on a PC or Mac will be able to interpret these key
presses, whether they were triggered by tapping the pedal or any com-
puter keyboard.
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Does the PageFlip Dragonfly work with the Amazon Kindle?
The PageFlip Dragonfly works with Kindle Fire HD. The older Kindle hard-
ware does not support Bluetooth or include a Bluetooth USB port. How-
ever, Kindle software for the PC and Mac works with the pedal.
Which software is known to work with the PageFlip Dragonfly?
The PageFlip Dragonfly works with any software that uses PageUp/PageDown,
arrow keys, or mouse clicks to advance through the electronic document.
This includes any PDF reader, Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, web browsers,
image viewers, and more. It also works with any app that uses key presses
to alter media functions such as volume, play/pause, and previous/next
song.
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 . Extensive collections of popular
music can be found at , ,
, , or . CD Sheet
Music from Hal Leonard ( ) 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 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
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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 the PageFlip Dragonfly to trigger
page turns?
The Dragonfly offers a unique four-pedal solution in a compact design. It
does not accept external pedals for additional functionality as that would
require an unwieldy interface for programming the pedals. It is always
possible to augment the Dragonfly with a PageFlip Firefly pedal to add
more functionality.
Why are the LEDs not lit when I turn on the PageFlip Dragonfly?
Make sure to install two fresh AA batteries in the pedal. The Page-
Flip Dragonfly may also be plugged into the wall using the supplied USB
cable and any USB AC adapter, such as those already included with
iPads/iPhones. You can also power the pedal by using the supplied cable
to plug into a computer’s USB port.
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 PageFlip Dragonfly enters sleep mode after 30 minutes of inactivity.
Why is the pedal not turning pages?
Confirm that the device “Quad Pedal” is paired to your 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. Note that if you use unre-
alBook on the iPad, you must go to the app’s settings (tap the gear icon)
and set Network->BT Keyboard Connected to ON. NextSong switches can
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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 "Quad Pedal" is paired to your computer and that
the Up/Down arrow mode is set on the pedal. This is indicated by a blink-
ing light next to the middle (third) mode button. Then, make sure you go
to the app’s settings (tap the gear icon) and set Network->BT Keyboard
Connected to ON. The 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. If the
BLUETOOTH RESET button is pressed, the pedal enters Bluetooth dis-
covery 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. Repeated bursts
of three quick flashes signal a low-battery condition.
Why did PageFlip Dragonfly automatically shut down?
Automatic shutdown occurs after 30 minutes of inactivity. Tapping a pedal
will make the PageFlip Dragonfly attempt to re-establish the Bluetooth
connection. This may take a few seconds. If the computer continues to be
unresponsive to the pedal, press the BLUETOOTH RESET button.
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 30 sec-
onds. Follow your computer’s instructions on how to pair Bluetooth de-
vices.
Must the the pedal be paired each time I use it with the same device?
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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.
Does PageFlip Dragonfly work with computers that have no Blue-
tooth?
Yes, only after you plug in an optional USB Bluetooth 3.0 dongle (not in-
cluded) into the computer’s USB port. Follow your computer’s instructions
for adding Bluetooth devices.
Does PageFlip Dragonfly turn pages at timed intervals?
No. PageFlip Dragonfly turns a page only when the user triggers it by
tapping a pedal or activating an external switch.
When is the Autorepeat mode appropriate?
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 inadver-
tently 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. Only the forScore app allows the vir-
tual keyboard to appear on the iPad screen when the pedal is on, without
requiring to press the CM button. To allow this mode in forScore, go to
the forScore settings by tapping on the "..." upper right icon. Then, select
"Settings" and scroll down to "Force virtual keyboard" and set it to "On".
You will now be able to access the virtual keyboard to enter text within that
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app without having to turn off the pedal.
Can the PageFlip Dragonfly withstand rugged abuse?
The compact PageFlip Dragonfly is made of durable plastic and metal that
can withstand stomping and rugged use. It is our premium pedal and was
designed to meet demanding standards.
What can I do to see the pedal more clearly in low-light situations?
Set the Light switch to the right to make the pedal glow in the dark.
Why the name "Dragonfly"?
The pedal derives its name from the firefly insect. The sleek design of the
quad pedal is inspired by the graceful shape of the dragonfly wings.
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