Bluetooth AirTurn BT-105 for iPad now available for purchase
Friday, 19 November 2010 00:58 | Last Updated on Friday, 19 November 2010 01:25 | Written by Administrator | | |
After working through some production delays, we finally have our first shipment of the BT-105 hands free page turner for the iPad and Bluetooth-equipped computers stocked and ready for sale. We also have our first production run of the ATFS-1 silent footswitch in two colors, black and clear. Many thanks to all of our customers who have been so gracious and patient!
Here is a quick list of what's available in the BT-105 related line of products - click on the images to go directly to the store listing:
1. The BT-105 hands free page turner for the iPad and Bluetooth-equipped Mac and PC computers. $69.00 US by itself, but you will need one or two foot switches to operate the page turns forwards and backwards. Features an internal rechargeable battery (rated up to 100 hours of standby usage), mini USB recharging port, power switch, indicator light, and the option to set multiple page turning profiles.
The BT-105 pairs easily with the iPad like an external keyboard, and is compatible with a growing number of apps. Be sure to sign up for our Bluetooth AirTurn Newsletter for updates on the growing list of apps that work with the BT-105.
2. BT-105 with 1 Boss FS-5U foot switch. Compact portable solution for the iPad/Bluetooth musician who only needs to turn pages one direction with the pedal. Price: $79.00 US
3. BT-105 Professional Package. Includes the BT-105 Bluetooth page turner for iPad, Mac and PC, 2 FS-5U foot switches with cables and adapters, and MusicReader for Mac and PC. MusicReader can synchronize sheet music files wirelessly with the MusicReader app for the iPad.
4. The ATFS-1 Silent Foot Switch, available in Black and Clear models. AirTurn's own footswitch with proprietary "mechanism-free" momentary switch for completely silent operation, encased in nearly indestructible polycarbonate plastic. Normally priced at $29.95, we're running a special "Scratch & Dent" sale on our first production run units, as they aren't as cosmetically clean as we would like them to be - available for a very limited time for only $16 each.
Full production run models will be shipping December 7.
Visit the newly redesigned AirTurn Store for more BT-105 related products, as well as the full line of AT-104 products for Mac and PC computers that aren't equipped with Bluetooth.
Bluetooth AirTurn BT-105 for iPad Launching November 16, 2010
Tuesday, 02 November 2010 19:50 | Last Updated on Tuesday, 02 November 2010 20:27 | Written by Administrator | | |
iPad users will soon be able to turn pages hands free. AirTurn, Inc.is launching the BT-105, its hands free page turner for the iPad and other Bluetooth-equipped Mac and PC computers on Tuesday, November 16, 2010. The BT-105 is perfect for musicians who need to keep both hands on their instrument while using apps for reading sheet music and guitar tabs. The BT-105 is super compact and can connect to one or two foot switches. A simple tap on the right foot switch will turn pages forwards, and a tap on the left foot switch will turn pages backwards.
The BT-105 works with a growing number of iPad apps, including forScore, MusicReader, and unrealBook. It can also be configured to work with programs running on Bluetooth-equipped Mac and PC computers that can accept Page Down and Page Up keyboard commands, such as Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Keynote, and most other document and presentation programs.
The BT-105 features a power switch, status indicator light, and an internal rechargeable battery with a mini USB recharging port. Battery life will vary, but users can expect up to 100 hours of standby usage. The BT-105 also features automatic Bluetooth pairing with the iPad for easy connections and fast page turns, as well as a built-in debounce filter to prevent multiple page turns for each foot switch press.
The BT-105 will be available for purchase from the AirTurn web store at a retail price of $69 US.
More and more musicians are discovering the ease and convenience of being able to carry their entire sheet music collections in digital music reading devices like the iPad and forgoing the bulk of paper scores. The BT-105 finally makes the iPad a practical sheet music reading tool for musicians who need to keep their hands on their instruments and their focus on the music.
AirTurn, Inc., a Boulder, Colorado based company, creates and markets technologies to enhance the study, practice and performance of music. AirTurn was formed in 2008. Its co-founder and VP of Communications, Hugh Sung, is also a professional pianist on the faculty of the world-renowned Curtis Institute of Music and one of the most sought-after collaborative pianists in the classical music field.
More details on AirTurn and its current line of page turning systems can be found at http://airturn.com
iPad Bluetooth page turner footswitch prototype from AirTurn, Inc.
Monday, 05 July 2010 10:57 | Last Updated on Saturday, 17 July 2010 21:44 | Written by Administrator | | |
AirTurn is introducing a first look at its prototype Bluetooth BT-105 page turner footswitch for the iPad and other Bluetooth-equipped computers. While the iPad is a terrific tool for reading digital sheet music, its functionality is actually hampered by the need to touch or swipe the screen to turn pages. For musicians who need both hands to play their instruments, removing a hand to momentarily touch the screen for page turns can be distracting at best and disruptive to the music at worst.
The AirTurn BT-105 automatic page turner footswitch is being designed for musicians who need to turn sheet music pages hands free. The AirTurn BT-105 connects wirelessly to an iPad or other Bluetooth-equipped computer and is triggered by foot switches to turn pages forwards and backwards. Some apps and programs that feature half page zoomed views of the music will also feature the ability to turn pages with the Bluetooth AirTurn half a page at a time. The final version of the AirTurn BT-105 will be miniaturized.
By allowing musicians to keep their hands on their instrument at all times, the Bluetooth AirTurn makes computers and tablet devices like the iPad fully usable as digital sheet music readers. Page turns are almost "magical" and completely discreet with a simple tap of the foot, allowing musicians to fully focus on the music itself.
The AirTurn BT-105 is expected to be available Q4 2010.
AirTurn, Inc., a Boulder, Colorado based company, creates and markets technologies to enhance the study, practice and performance of music. Airturn was formed in 2008. Its co-founder and VP of Communications, Hugh Sung, is also a professional pianist on the faculty of the world-renowned Curtis Institute of Music and one of the most sought-after collaborative pianists in the classical music field.
More details on AirTurn and its current line of page turning systems can be found at http://airturn.com
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After working through some production delays, we finally have our first shipment of the BT-105 hands free page turner for the iPad and Bluetooth-equipped computers stocked and ready for sale. We also have our first production run of the ATFS-1 silent footswitch in two colors, black and clear. Many thanks to all of our customers who have been so gracious and patient!
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