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PageFlip Firefly Bluetooth/USB Pedal User Guide...
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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.
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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.
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PageFlip Firefly User Guide 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.
PageFlip Firefly works exclusively with dig- ital documents, web pages, and image collections on any tablet or com- puter. By simply tapping the dual pedal of the PageFlip Firefly, the digital content can now be flipped or scrolled in either the forward or reverse directions for convenient hands-free page turning.
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Note that iPads require an optional Camera Connection Kit to interface with the supplied USB cable. The PageFlip Firefly features LED lighting to emit a discrete glow on each of the two pedals, hence the name “Firefly.” This lighting permits the pedal to be easily found in orchestra pits, dark stages, and cluttered environments.
PageFlip Firefly User Guide 2. FEATURES 2 FEATURES Ease of Use Simply open a digital file and press either pedal of the PageFlip Firefly to turn a page forwards or backwards. Convenience Permits hands-free reading of vast libraries of scanned, purchased, or freely downloaded digital content.
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Bluetooth devices on the tablet/computer. External Switches The PageFlip Firefly is compatible with a wide array of external switches. Commonly used sip-and-puff and Jelly Bean pushbut- ton switches may be plugged into the auxiliary switch outlet(s) via two 1/8"...
This package contains the following items. If any items are missing, please contact the dealer where you purchased the product. 1. PageFlip Firefly Bluetooth/USB Pedal 2. USB cable (6 feet) 3. Quickstart Guide (English/German/French/Spanish) Figure 1: Package contents: PageFlip Firefly and USB cable. PageFlip, Inc. www.pageflip.com...
4.1 Battery Installation 1. Turn off the PageFlip Firefly pedal before inserting the batteries. 2. Remove the battery cover on the bottom of the pedal. 3. Install two new AA batteries.
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) and plug the other end into a com- puter’s USB port.
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 Firefly control panel. PageFlip, Inc. www.pageflip.com...
PageFlip Firefly 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 www.pageflip.com a Bluetooth USB dongle from to bring the full benefits...
4.5 Pedal Mode Selection 4.5 Pedal Mode Selection The PageFlip Firefly 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 five preset pedal modes, as shown in Table 1.
PageFlip Firefly User Guide 4.6 Reprogramming the Pedal Modes 4.6 Reprogramming the Pedal Modes www.pageflip.com 1. Visit , scroll to the bottom, and click on the Soft- ware link to download the Firefly1.0.exe executable for Windows. 2. Pair the pedal to a Windows computer using Bluetooth (Sec. 4.4).
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PageFlip Firefly User Guide 4.6 Reprogramming the Pedal Modes Figure 4: Initial window of pedal reprogramming software PageFlip, Inc. www.pageflip.com...
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PageFlip Firefly User Guide 4.6 Reprogramming the Pedal Modes 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 external pedals may have different val- ues than the integrated pedals.
1/8" mono outlets shown in Fig. 2. Use a plug adapter, if necessary, to convert other plugs for use with the unit. PageFlip does not supply plug adapters or external switches. Consult assistive technology vendors for more infor- mation about switches.
4.8 Autorepeat Function 4.8 Autorepeat Function The PageFlip Firefly 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.
4.9 Virtual iPad Keyboard 4.9 Virtual iPad Keyboard The PageFlip Firefly emulates a keyboard while interacting with the com- puter. 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.
PageFlip Firefly User Guide 5. PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 5 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION Item Specifications Model Name PageFlip Firefly Model Number PFFIREFLY-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...
1. Turn off the power 2. Unplug the power cord 3. Take out the batteries Gently wipe the PageFlip Firefly 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 offers a one-year warranty on the PageFlip Firefly 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.
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% support@pageflip.com...
Does the PageFlip Firefly work with all Windows and Mac software? The PageFlip Firefly dual pedal emulates a keyboard that emits two key presses. The function of those keys is determined by the five mode but- tons. 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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9. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Does the PageFlip Firefly work with the Amazon Kindle? The PageFlip Firefly works with Kindle Fire HD. The older Kindle hardware does not support Bluetooth or include a Bluetooth USB port. However, Kindle software for the PC and Mac works with the pedal.
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9. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS chopping off the binding and scanning the pages. Can I connect other foot pedals to the PageFlip Firefly to trigger page turns? Yes, you can plug other foot pedals to the L/R jacks on the rear of the PageFlip Firefly.
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Why did PageFlip Firefly automatically shut down? Automatic shutdown occurs after 30 minutes of inactivity. Tapping a pedal will make the PageFlip Firefly attempt to re-establish the Bluetooth con- nection. This may take a few seconds. If the computer continues to be unresponsive to the pedal, press the BLUETOOTH RESET button.
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USB port. Follow your computer’s instructions for adding Bluetooth devices. Does PageFlip Firefly turn pages at timed intervals? No. PageFlip Firefly 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.
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PageFlip Firefly User Guide 9. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 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.
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