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 interference 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 equipment should be installed and
operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your
body. 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 correctly 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.
4. Always hold case before removing AC adapter plug.
5. Do not disassemble or modify the device.
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IC Notice
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(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 interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables 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 fonctionnement
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only
operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved 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 satisfaisante.
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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 AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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
4.10 Compatible Apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 24
6 PRODUCT COMPARISON 25
7 MAINTENANCE 27
8 WARRANTY 28
9 GUARANTEE 29
10 FAQ 30
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 1. WELCOME
1 WELCOME
Congratulations on your purchase of the PageFlip Dragonfly Bluetooth/USB
quad pedal! This product was designed to meet the needs of musicians,
people 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 on any tablet
or computer. The PageFlip Dragonfly features a compact four-pedal design influenced by the four wings of the dragonfly insect, hence the name
“Dragonfly.” It allows the user to initiate any of four actions with the touch
of a quad pedal that is designed to take up no more space than a standard dual pedal. By simply tapping any of the four pedals on the PageFlip
Dragonfly, digital 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 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: VolumeUp/VolumeDown/Stop/Play,
Previous/Next/Stop/Play, Left/Right/Up/Down arrow, PageUp/PageDown
and Up/Down arrow, and Left/Right mouse click and Space/Enter. Changing modes is as simple as pressing a button. Note that in Play mode, successive 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
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. Editing the
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 1. WELCOME
pedal modes permits us to trigger some action in a software application
by transmitting any multi-key combination with the tap of the pedal.
The PageFlip Dragonfly is ideal for musicians who can now keep their
hands, and their focus, on their instruments rather than struggle with turning 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. Wireless 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
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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 four pedals. This lighting permits the pedal to be easily
found in orchestra pits, dark stages, and cluttered environments. If the
pedal lights are not needed, we recommend using the light switch to turn
off the LED lighting to preserve battery life.
to interface to computers that are not equipped with
The PageFlip Dragonfly goes to sleep after 30 minutes of inactivity.
Although a simple tap of the pedal wakes it, 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.
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 1. WELCOME
PageFlip Dragonfly is compact, rugged, silent, 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 or connect it to the tablet/computer via the
USB cable, open up any digital file, and tap the pedal for hands-free page
turning or effects management. Be prepared to enjoy the benefits of the
PageFlip Dragonfly Bluetooth/USB pedal!
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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 backwards. 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 playing 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:
(1) Volume-/Volume+/Stop/Play
(2) Previous/Next/Stop/Play
(3) Left/Right/Up/Down arrows
(4) PageUp/PageDown/Up/Down 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 computer up to a range of 10 meters using standard Bluetooth 3.0 technology. For those users who lack a Bluetooth-equipped device or
simply prefer a wired connection, the pedal can be connected directly 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
or Linux computer. Users may purchase a Bluetooth USB dongle
from
pedal to any computer that is not Bluetooth compliant.
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. Also works with any Windows, Mac,
to bring the full benefits of this wireless
• Unique Pairing
Multiple pedals can be operated in the same room without interference. The Bluetooth pairing process uniquely establishes wireless
connectivity between the pedal and one computer. 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.
The pedal LEDs emit a triple flash warning to indicate a low-battery
condition.
• Portability
Small sturdy pedal operates on AC power or two AA batteries.
• Technical Support
Additional information can be found at
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.
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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 Quad 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 directions 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. It is advisable 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.
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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 by connecting it to a computer using the supplied USB cable
(Fig. 1). Simply plug one end of the power cable into the micro-USB outlet
on the rear of the PageFlip Firefly (Fig. 2(a)) and plug the other end into
a computer’s USB port. The pedal can also be plugged into the wall via
a USB AC adapter (Fig. 2(b)), such as those included with cell phones or
tablets.
(a) (b)
Figure 2: (a) Rear view of PageFlip Dragonfly. Attach the micro-USB end
of the 6’ USB cable 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
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 selection. 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 programs accept the PageUp/PageDown or arrow keys interchangeably. Image 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 versatility 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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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide4.6 Reprogramming the Pedal Modes
4.6 Reprogramming the Pedal Modes
1. Visit
2. Select the Windows or Mac link in the instructions to download the
3. Pair the pedal to a Windows or Mac computer using Bluetooth
4. Run the software to see the interface shown in Fig. 4.
5. Note that "Connected" appears at the top to indicate a paired Drag-
6. Five mode settings are listed for the left/right primary and sec-
7. Click on any field and type a character, multi-key combination, or
8. Select “Save” to save the settings and confirm (Fig. 5).
9. Press MODE RESET (Fig. 2) or "Factory Settings" in software to
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link at the bottom of the Dragonfly page (Products->PageFlip Dragonfly) on
appropriate version of the software.
(Sec. 4.4).
onfly pedal. Pair the pedal to the computer if “Disconnected" appears.
ondary pedals.
hotkey, to reprogram the pedals.
restore default pedal modes.
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or select the Software
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide4.6 Reprogramming the Pedal Modes
Figure 4: Initial window of pedal reprogramming software
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide4.6 Reprogramming the Pedal Modes
Figure 5: Move cursor into fields and type a character, multi-key combi-
nation, or select a hotkey to reprogram mode setting. Press
"Save" to save settings and confirm. Notice that the external
pedals may 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 Dragonfly
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.
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 keyboard 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 disappearance of the virtual keyboard on the iPad.
4.10 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
Incompatible apps are typically limited to the use of screen taps and
swipes. The iBooks and Amazon Kindle apps on the iPad are two instances of such apps. Fortunately, there is a way to use PageFlip Bluetooth 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:
www.pageflip.com/apps.html
.
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 4.10 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 external 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 external 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
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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 7.0 x 6.7 x 2.2 inches (178 x 170 x 56 mm)
Weight (w/o batteries) 17.2 ounces (488 grams)
Power Requirements 3V, 30mA (2 AA batteries)
Power Consumption:
Operating Mode 10.5 mA
Bluetooth Pairing 1.8 mA
Standby 9.0 mA
Sleep 0.04 mA
Battery Life (2 AA batteries):
Operating Frequency 2402-2480 MHz
Operating Temperature 32
Storage Temperature −40
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
Pedal light 5 mA additional
Pedal light off 400 hours of continuous turning (200K page turns)
Pedal light on 200 hours of continuous turning (100K page turns)
Output Power -6 dBm to 4 dBm
Operating Distance 10 meters
◦
◦
− 140
F (0◦C - 60◦C)
◦
◦
− 176
F (−40◦- 80◦C)
LED Operating Condition
Off Pedal powered off or asleep
Solid Connected to external power source
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 6. PRODUCT COMPARISON
6 PRODUCT COMPARISON
Pedals 2 2 4
Mode Buttons 3 5 5
Silent pedal action 3 3 3
Wireless (Bluetooth) 3 3 3
Wired connectivity (USB) 3 3
Illuminated pedals 3 3
Programmable modes 3 3
Autorepeat 3 3
L/R Auxiliary outlets 3
Auto sleep period∗30 mins 30 mins 30 mins
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
Butterfly Firefly Dragonfly
Power 2 AA 2 AA or AC
Price $89.95 $109.95 $129.95
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Table 3: Product comparison.
∗
Inactivity period before pedal enters sleep mode.
∗∗
Use two AA batteries or plug into USB AC adapter.
Batteries and adapter are not included.
2 AA or AC
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 6. PRODUCT COMPARISON
Preset Pedal Modes Butterfly Firefly Dragonfly
Up/Down arrow 3 3 3
Left/Right arrow 3 3 3
PageUp / PageDown 3 3 3
Left/Right mouse click 3 3
Space / Enter 3 3
Volume+ / Volume- 3
Play/Pause / Stop 3
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.
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 7. MAINTENANCE
7 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 8. WARRANTY
8 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 remainder 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 installation, 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 explaining 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 nominal fee. All repairs are warranted for one year. Before returning a product
for refund or repair, please send email to
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.
support@pageflip.com
with a
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PageFlip Dragonfly User Guide 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
Contact us at:
PageFlip, Inc.
Woodmere, NY
USA
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10 FAQ
Visit the Frequently Asked Questions (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 Cicada pedal. It is hefty, rugged, and features large silent tactile pedals. It
is far better than competing products that offer only small buttons or unresponsive 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 ruggedness, 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 integrated, compact quad pedal. Please refer to the comparison chart shown
in Table 3.
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
for updated information.
www.pageflip.com/apps.html
Does the pedal work with Surface tablets and Windows/Mac software?
Yes. PageFlip pedals emulate a keyboard that emits key presses. The
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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 triggered by tapping the pedal or any computer keyboard. Try our pedals with
Power Music Software on Windows (
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. 4.10.
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
of compatible apps. In general, if the app works with a Bluetooth keyboard, it will work with our pedals.
How do I reprogram the mode functions?
Visit
www.pageflip.com/software.html
or Mac software to reprogram the pedal functions. Pair the Firefly or Dragonfly 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.
www.powermusicsoftware.com
www.pageflip.com/apps.html
to download our free Windows
).
for a list
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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
music can be found at
musicnotes.com,sheetmusicscore.com
Music from Hal Leonard (
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 shadows near the book spine by using a flatbed book scanner such as the
Plustek OpticBook 3600. Visit
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.
imslp.org
. Extensive collections of popular
onlinesheetmusic.com,sheetmusicdirect.com
, or
halleonard.com
www.plustek.com
everynote.com
) is a great source of scanned
for more details. A
. CD Sheet
,
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
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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 computer’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" (Firefly), 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
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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 unrealbook 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 (Firefly/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. Repeated 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 RESET button on the pedal. Initial discovery mode may take up to 10 seconds. Follow your computer’s instructions on how to pair Bluetooth de-
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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 computer 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 tapping a pedal.
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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 critical 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 selfadhesive 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 graceful wings inspired the pedal’s sleek design. The PageFlip Firefly features
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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.
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