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# Lovense Controls

> Guide to controlling Lovense devices with RADR

RADR supports Lovense Bluetooth devices with a simplified vibration-only control interface. This guide covers how to control Lovense devices.

<Note>
  RADR provides **vibration-only** control for Lovense devices. Advanced features like heating, rotation, or device-specific patterns are not currently supported.
</Note>

## Supported Lovense Devices

RADR has been tested with the following Lovense devices:

| Device        | Status |
| ------------- | ------ |
| Lovense Domi  | Tested |
| Lovense Hyphy | Tested |
| Lovense Ferri | Tested |

Many other Lovense devices are supported but untested. See [Device Support](../reference/device-support) for the complete list.

## Control Screen Overview

When connected to a Lovense device, the control screen is simpler than the OSSM interface:

* **Left Encoder Dial:** Vibration intensity control
* **Center Button:** STOP button
* **Display:** Shows vibration level and device status

## Vibration Control

The **left encoder** controls vibration intensity.

| Parameter | Range | Default |
| --------- | ----- | ------- |
| Vibrate   | 0–16  | 0       |

* Turn clockwise to increase intensity
* Turn counter-clockwise to decrease intensity
* Setting to 0 stops vibration

<Info>
  Lovense devices use a 0–16 intensity scale, not percentage. Level 16 is maximum intensity.
</Info>

## Stop Button

The **middle button** acts as an immediate stop:

* Press to set vibration to 0
* The device stops vibrating immediately

Unlike the OSSM, there's no pause/resume state—simply increase the vibration level to restart.

<Info>
  For reliability, RADR sends the stop command twice with a brief delay. This ensures the command is received even if the first transmission is lost due to Bluetooth interference.
</Info>

## Battery Level

For Lovense Domi (and Domi 2), RADR can query the device's battery level via its direct integration:

* Battery percentage is shown on screen
* Check battery status before sessions to avoid interruptions

<Note>
  Battery level is available for Domi devices via direct Bluetooth integration. Other Lovense devices may or may not support battery level reporting depending on their Buttplug.io implementation.
</Note>

## Connecting to Lovense Devices

<Steps>
  <Step title="Prepare your Lovense device">
    Turn on your Lovense device. Ensure the Lovense app is **closed** on your phone—only one controller can connect at a time.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Scan with RADR">
    Turn on RADR or select **Device Search** from the main menu. RADR scans for 5 seconds.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select your device">
    Your Lovense device appears in the device list. Select it with the right button to connect.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Start controlling">
    Once connected, use the left encoder to control vibration intensity.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Warning>
  Close the Lovense phone app before connecting with RADR. Bluetooth devices can only have one active controller.
</Warning>

## Limitations vs Native App

RADR provides basic vibration control. The following features are **not** available:

| Feature                | RADR | Lovense App |
| ---------------------- | ---- | ----------- |
| Basic vibration        | Yes  | Yes         |
| Vibration patterns     | No   | Yes         |
| Remote partner control | No   | Yes         |
| Sound-reactive modes   | No   | Yes         |
| Alarm features         | No   | Yes         |
| Device settings        | No   | Yes         |
| Firmware updates       | No   | Yes         |

<Tip>
  Use RADR when you want tactile, physical controls without a phone. Use the Lovense app for advanced features and remote play.
</Tip>

## Quick Reference

| Control       | Action                  |
| ------------- | ----------------------- |
| Left Encoder  | Adjust vibration (0–16) |
| Right Encoder | Not used                |
| Left Bumper   | Not used                |
| Right Bumper  | Not used                |
| Left Button   | Back to main menu       |
| Middle Button | Stop (set to 0)         |
| Right Button  | Not used                |

## Troubleshooting

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Lovense device doesn't appear in scan">
    * Ensure the device is powered on (LED blinking)
    * Close the Lovense phone app completely
    * Move RADR within 1–2 meters of the device
    * Power-cycle both devices and retry
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Device connects but doesn't vibrate">
    * Ensure vibration level is above 0
    * Check that the device has battery charge
    * Some devices need a few seconds after connection to initialize
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Vibration is inconsistent">
    * Reduce distance between RADR and the device
    * Move away from WiFi routers and other Bluetooth devices
    * Ensure no other apps are trying to connect
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Tips

<Tip>
  Start at a low intensity level (2–4) and gradually increase to find your preferred setting.
</Tip>

<Tip>
  The encoder provides quick access to all 17 levels (0–16). You can rapidly scroll through intensities.
</Tip>