flower sticks :: product support

capsule & vision lights - the basics

How do I turn my lights on/off?

All flowtoys staffs with capsule or vision lights have a one-button interface - when you first get your light, simple press the button to turn on. To turn off, you can hold the button down until the light fades off and let go.

> Access more info on How to turn your lights on & off, as a solo light, or as a group

How do I charge my lights?

All flowtoys tubing-based props like batons, staffs, chucks, darts, flower sticks and tubing-based poi have a "flowcap" securing your lights inside the protective tubes.

> Click here for instructions on charging.

How do I group my lights?

Most flowtoys LED staffs come with "capsule 2" or vision core lights. These light engines have tech that allows you to wireless connect to each other and other "flowtoys connect" lights!

Make sure your firmware is up to date! All your vision and capsule 2.0 props need to have the same firmware version to connect to each other, have the same modes, brightness and run-time, so make sure to update the firmware on all your props!

Quick-group instructions:

from off: Hold for ~10 sec. until lights flash white and/or turn solid white. Let go. THAT’S IT!
this creates a unique group with any other flowtoys connect light in quick-group mode.
there is no limit to how many can join the group :)
this is what you should see:
if you want to add more lights to the group later, you can create a new quick-group with all the lights, or see “advanced grouping” to broadcast the group ID and connect more lights.

Quick group indicators:

fast flashing white = connecting, trying to connect to existing group.
solid or slow flashing white = grouped, inviting others to connect.

> Click here for video instructions on quick grouping.

How do I change modes, and navigate my lights?

If your staff has capsule or vision lights, both come with flowOS “Pages interface”, enabling you to navigate through many modes and settings with just 1 button using a few types of button presses. This interface is consistent through all new flowtoys props in the foreseeable future - learn one, learn them all :)

> Click here for an overview to the flowtoys Pages Interface.

Is there an app?

Yes! The "flowtoys connect" app is a powerful mobile app that together with a "bridge", enables you to control all your flowtoys connect props, which at the moment includes all capsule 2 lights and vision props.

Here are some things you can do with it:

access all pages and modes, customize by adjusting parameters, save modes to favorites
adjust settings, e.g. brightness level, auto sleep/wake
create playlists - the app comes with default playlists, create your own and share
adjust autoplay intervals to have modes in a playlist change at different intervals
create shows to music on a timeline

> Click here for more information about the app and the bridge.

assembly & hardware faq

How to install/ remove flowcap?

To attach flowcaps to flowtoys tubes, place the cap over tube, push and twist until flowcap buttons click into the tubing holes.
To detach, twist to release the buttons and pull.

> Click here to learn more tips.

How to install the silicone flowers?

> Click here for instructions on how to install flowers.

How do I install elastomer (non-wrap) grip?

Many of our 12mm, 15mm and 1" staffs come with custom elastomer grip tubing. If you need to replace it, or want to install it, here are instructions on how.

Please note that this is NOT the wrap grip.

Care - how to care for my shaft grip?

Grip can wear out with use (kinda like shoes), and we have a couple options to help you keep your grip fresh and tacky.

> Click here to learn how.

troubleshooting & faqs

My light is not holding a charge, the battery drains quickly.

If your lights don’t run as long as expected, or appear to have very different runtimes, there are a few different possible causes:

They are getting old - you can email us for upgrade/replacement instructions.
They are not all getting charged fully.
Your lights have different firmware or brightness settings.
Your lights are in different modes (some modes use more power than others).
The battery capacity is reduced.
The battery is draining when not in use.

The best way to save power is to choose a lower brightness level, it can more than double your runtime. Setting the "auto sleep" function can also save a lot of battery life by dimming or turning off your light when it's not in motion. Brighter modes will drain your battery more quickly.

> Click here for more tips.

My capsule or vision light doesn't turn on, or turns on only when plugged in, turns off on impact ...

Sorry your light isn't working right! We'll take care of you - first check out these tips and troubleshooting.

My capsule or vision button is hard to press

If your capsule or vision button is hard to press, it could be due to the button hardware being improperly assembled or broken, or oftentimes it's due to dirt or corrosion or damage.

> Click here for full troubleshooting tips.