The Handy has three basic operating modes and a debugging mode for special circumstances.

The basic modes are as follows:

The Handy also has a debugging mode that is represented by a yellow LED.

First — Download the App
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Second — Configure Wi-Fi Connection
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Connecting your Handy to a wireless network will allow you to have access to firmware updates, HandyFeeling, and other online-connected services like VR and local synchronized videos.

Steps

The Handy is constantly updated with new features and bug fixes. It can be updated quickly and safely over Wi-Fi.

Steps

Steps

The Handy cannot find my Wi-Fi network

The Handy chipset can only detect Wi-Fi signals on the 2.4 GHz band. While most routers should be broadcasting both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz signals, it is possible that your router may have 2.4 GHz broadcasting disabled. We recommend turning it on through your router settings and trying the Handy setup again.

The Handyverse app doesn’t detect my Handy

The Handyverse app can only detect the Handy when it is set to Bluetooth mode. Set your Handy to Bluetooth mode by pressing and holding the Wi-Fi button .
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Handys using legacy Firmware 2 do not have a Bluetooth mode and must use the Wi-Fi Setup Mode.

I completed the Wi-Fi setup but my Handy is not connecting to the Internet when I turn it on

Every time you turn on the Handy it will start in offline mode by default. You will need to click the Wi-Fi button to get your Handy online.

I cannot connect my Handy to the Wi-Fi in a hotel or another public network

It is not possible to connect the Handy to managed networks, like a hotel or an office building, where you do not have credentials for the Wi-Fi router.

Legacy Firmware 2 Issues

My smartphone or laptop cannot find the Handy setup Wi-Fi

Make sure that you press and hold the Wi-Fi button until the LED blinks blue and light blue to enter Setup Mode. Simply clicking the Wi-Fi button will not do anything until you configure your Handy with your Wi-Fi.

If your Handy is in Setup Mode, but you can’t detect the Handy Setup Wi-Fi network, try using another Wi-Fi-capable device.

My Wi-Fi credentials are correct but my Handy doesn’t connect (flashing red and blue)

Some network configurations may cause the first Handy connection right after setup to fail. In this case, you should simply unplug your Handy, plug it in again, and click the Wi-Fi button once. Your Handy has saved the Wi-Fi credentials you entered into it during setup, so it will attempt to reconnect to your network. Try this up to three times.

Additionally, older versions of the Handy software had a bug that prevented them from connecting to wireless networks that had non-ASCII symbols (e.g. @, {, %, $, -, _, etc.) in the network’s name or password. Newer versions of the firmware do not have this issue. If you’re facing this issue, we recommend that you change your Wi-Fi password to something that includes only numbers and letters, then connect your Handy and update its firmware, then change your network password again.

The Handy uses a colored LED to indicate its operational state. The list of colors below indicates the various states the Handy can enter under firmware version 3.

Status codes

The Handy uses a colored LED to indicate its operational state. The list of colors below indicates the various states the Handy can enter under firmware version 2.

Status codes

Every Handy has a connection key that uniquely identifies the hardware when connected to the Internet. The connection key is generated on the Handy itself.

Use the Handyverse App

Install the Handyverse app and use the Bluetooth Mode on your Handy to get connected to the app and view your connection key.
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Legacy Firmware

You can change the connection key of your Handy for added peace of mind. For instance, if you’ve shared your Handy key with a partner and no longer want them to have access to your Handy.

As a mechanical device, the Handy will need some maintenance to live a long and fruitful life.
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​Lubricating the Handy

Your Handy contains gears that require maintenance for continued smooth operation. When you receive your Handy, the lead screw comes pre-lubricated with BX-303/0, a food-grade silencer grease, which should last for some time.

Extensive use and long sessions with the Handy will cause the lubricant to dry up faster. Your Handy will continue to work just fine; however, you may notice additional mechanical sound coming from the machine.

Steps for Applying Lubricant

Caring for the Sleeve

The Handy TrueGrip sleeve is made out of thermoplastic elastomer (TPE). Its longevity will be based on the use and the cleaning it is given. TPE material is porous and in time will begin to develop a yellow tint, which is a sign that the sleeve should be replaced.

You can improve the lifetime of the sleeve by washing it immediately after using it with warm water and soap. It can easily be flipped inside-out without damage to the material. Additionally, while not in use, we recommend that you keep the sleeve in an airtight bag, with the foam insert placed inside so that the sleeve can keep its shape.

You can order additional TrueGrip sleeves (in closed and open style) at The Handy shop.

Replacing the Band

As with all velcro products, the fastening strength of the TrueGrip band will decline with exposure to dirt and other particles. The band can be washed with water to clean off any lube or other dried material.

You can order additional TrueGrip bands at The Handy shop.

Fluids in the Handy

The electronics inside the Handy have a thin protective layer that will shield them from fluids like semen and lube. Avoid getting liquids into the machine. However, a small amount of liquid should not cause any operational issues with your Handy.

In the case that you drop a lot of liquids into the machine, turn off the Handy and leave it with the slider facing down for 6 hours before using it again.

Heat Considerations

The Handy is designed to automatically shut off before hitting temperatures that can hurt the user or damage the machine.

Warranty

The Handy comes with a one-year warranty. If you are experiencing issues with your Handy, reach out to contact@thehandy.com and we’ll assist you.

To quickly check if your Handy is using Firmware 2 or Firmware 3, you can simply press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the Handy until the LED pattern changes.

Firmware 3

A Handy with Firmware 3 will display a solid dark blue — indicating that it has entered Bluetooth mode.

Firmware 2

A Handy with the legacy Firmware 2 will alternate between a light blue and darker blue light — indicating that it has entered Wi-Fi setup mode.

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The Local Video feature of HandyFeeling lets you add a FunScript to your local videos so that your Handy can follow along to the movements in the video.

Steps

Tips
You can use the UP and DOWN buttons on the Handy to adjust the stroke length of a synchronized video. The Handy will continue to follow the movement in the script file, but with the stroke length scaled up or down in size.

Script Player is an excellent video application for synchronized video playback on Windows — built by the community!

It has many features, including Buttplug.io integration, but in this guide we’ll focus on getting videos playing from your computer.

Overview

The Interactive Video Database (IVDB) is a collection of Handy-compatible scripts covering 1400+ videos. This guide describes how to install the Handy IVDB browser extension and have synchronized video playback within your browser.

Steps

Common Issues and Limitations

Remember: your Handy must be in Online Mode and you must enter your connection key in the Handy IVDB browser extension.

The Handy IVDB browser extension is only available for Google Chrome (and Chrome-based browsers).

Mobile versions of common browsers do not offer the same capabilities for extensions and plug-ins as their desktop counterparts and as such cannot be used with IVDB.

The plug-in may not work if you are using a translation extension, which may rename the elements that appear in the browser, causing the IVDB browser extension to incorrectly retrieve information on the page.

Premium scripts and videos will not be accessible to you unless you have a subscription to the relevant video partner.

Overview

The Interactive Video Database (IVDB) is a collection of Handy-compatible scripts covering 1400+ videos. This guide describes how to retrieve video files and script files for local playback on VR headsets and other devices.

Retrieving Script Tokens

Playing Flat Videos

Playing VR Videos

VR Playback Apps

Pigasus

A powerful, feature rich, universal media player for the Oculus Quest, Oculus Quest2, Oculus Go and Gear VR. It is available directly from the Meta Quest app store.

You can find a short guide about connecting to the Handy under the Interactive Synchronized Peripherals heading in the Pigasus FAQ.

HereSphere

HereSphere is a cutting edge VR video player that enhances the immersiveness and clarity of stereoscopic VR videos. The autofocus algorithm uses realtime depth estimation to adjust the projection for improved stereo image clarity and sense of scale.

It is available from the Steam store or as an APK from Itch.io.

Handy Local Video Player and VR

The Local Video Player on HandyFeeling has some limited capabilities of playing VR videos, but it is not optimized for it. We recommend exploring the Video Format settings in the Advanced Controls panel to get your VR video to display properly.

This guide will introduce you to the best way to synchronize your Handy with local videos on a VR headset.

We have partnered with two VR video apps to deliver high-quality integrations between the Handy and your local videos.

Our partners are:

Pigasus

A powerful, feature rich, universal media player for the Oculus Quest, Oculus Quest2, Oculus Go and Gear VR. It is available directly from the Meta Quest app store.

You can find a short guide about connecting to the Handy under the Interactive Synchronized Peripherals heading in the Pigasus FAQ.

HereSphere

HereSphere is a cutting edge VR video player that enhances the immersiveness and clarity of stereoscopic VR videos. The autofocus algorithm uses realtime depth estimation to adjust the projection for improved stereo image clarity and sense of scale.

It is available from the Steam store or as an APK from Itch.io.

Using FunScripts in HereSphere

In the user settings, input your Handy Connection Key and then enable the Synchronized Peripherals toggle. If the connection is successful, then you should see Connected next to the toggle. If you see “Firmware Update Required”, then you need to update the Handy firmware. If you see “Invalid Connection Key”, check your connection key and make sure the Handy is in Online Mode with access to the Internet.

The player will first look for FunScript files in the same directory as the video being played (including videos played over SMB). If no FunScript files are found, then the player will look in the fallback directory. The default fallback directory is the Interactive folder located on your Quest 2’s internal shared storage.

It may take several seconds for FunScript files to be downloaded to the Handy when a video is opened. If the script doesn’t seem to be playing or has sync issues, you can try reopening the file or refreshing the connection by hitting the reconnect icon next to the Synchronized Peripherals toggle. You can also toggle play/pause or seek to resync the video.

Handy Local Video Player and VR

The Local Video Player on HandyFeeling has some limited capabilities of playing VR videos, but it is not optimized for it. We recommend exploring the Video Format settings in the Advanced Controls panel to get your VR video to display properly.

This guide will walk you through getting your Handy and most VR headsets connected to the CzechVR Network for a synchronized experience with their video catalogue.

Pre-requisites

Steps

This guide will walk you through getting your Handy and most VR headsets connected to SexLikeReal for a synchronized experience.

Pre-requisites

Syncing with SexLikeReal using DeoVR