Socket Mobile 7 User Manual

Cordless Hand Scanner Series 7 with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Featuring a Bluetooth enabled bar code scanner and SocketScan software for wireles

2 | Setup for Windows Mobile This chapter explains how to install and use the Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) with a Bluetooth enabled Pocket PC 2003.

STEP 2: Charge the Scanner Use the included AC adapter to charge the Cordless Hand Scanner. The scanner’s NiMH batteries must be charged for at least

STEP 4: Install the Software 1. Use ActiveSync and a serial/Ethernet/USB cable or cradle to make an active connection between the mobile computer and

5. In the File Download screen click Run. 6. If a Security Warning screen appears, click Run. 7. The SocketScan for Windows CE Setup Program

STEP 5: Configure Scanner Settings 1. Start the Socket CHS configuration utility. Tap Start | Settings | System | Socket CHS. 2. In the General s

Microsoft: You must assign the CHS as your favorite. Tap on the Favorite button to initiate a Bluetooth device search. When the CHS is found, selec

• Trigger Operation: − Scan always: Select if you would like the CHS to scan whether or not it has a Bluetooth connection to the host device. − S

STEP 6: Connect Scanner to Pocket PC via Bluetooth 1. Turn on the Cordless Hand Scanner. Press the small power button for five seconds, until you s

3. Start SocketScan. Tap Start | Programs | SocketScan. 4. The SocketScan icon should appear in the task tray (visible in the Today screen),

The Cordless Hand Scanner will appear as Socket CHS [xxxxxx], where the characters in brackets are the last 6 characters of the scanner’s Bluetooth MA

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7. Your device will automatically connect to the CHS. If a passkey is requested, enter 1234. To indicate the connection, the CHS will beep once, and

STEP 7: Scan Data into Your Application 1. Start the Windows application that you want to receive the data (e.g., Excel, Notepad, etc.). Make sure a

OPTIONAL: Select Symbologies The applet makes it quick and convenient to modify which symbologies you want the scanner to recognize. By default, the s

OPTIONAL: Configure Prefix/Suffixes The SocketScan applet lets you specify prefix and/or suffix characters to be added automatically to the data you s

OPTIONAL: Run Scan Demo Scan Demo makes it easy to determine the symbology, number of characters, and decoded data (in either ASCII or Hex) of any bar

OPTIONAL: Configure Automatic Connections You can only configure automatic connections for Pocket PCs using either Socket’s SDIO/CF Connection Kit or

Built-in Bluetooth Stack: 1. Start the Socket CHS configuration utility. Tap Start | Settings | System | Socket CHS. 2. The General screen shoul

3 | Setup for Palm This chapter explains how to install and use the Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) with a Bluetooth enabled device running Palm OS 5.2

STEP 2: Charge the Scanner Use the included AC adapter to charge the Cordless Hand Scanner. The scanner’s NiMH batteries must be charged for at least

STEP 4: Install the Software 1. Use HotSync and a serial/Ethernet/USB cable or cradle to connect your device to a host PC. 2. Insert the instal

Table of Contents 1 | INTRODUCTION 5 About the Software 5 About Combining Scanning with Bluetooth 6 System Requirements, Package Contents 7 Product R

5. In the File Download screen click Run. 6. If a Security Warning screen appears, click Run. 7. The SocketScan Installation program will beg

STEP 5: Connect Scanner to PDA via Bluetooth 1. Turn on the Cordless Hand Scanner. Press the small power button for five seconds, until you see the

5. If you have not yet enabled your Bluetooth hardware, a message will ask if you wish to do so. Tap OK. 6. Your device will begin searching for

8. When the scanner connects to your device, the CHS will beep once. The main screen of SocketScan will also indicate that the scanner is enabled, an

STEP 6: Scan Data into Your Application 1. Start the Palm application that you want to receive the data (e.g., Memo). Make sure a document or spread

OPTIONAL: Configure Scan Settings 1. Make sure the main screen of SocketScan reports that the CHS is enabled. Tap Configure. You can configure p

• Insert Special: First tap in the Prefix or Suffix field to indicate where you would like to enter special data, such as a date stamp, time stamp, t

OPTIONAL: Select Symbologies The feature makes it easy to modify which symbologies you want the scanner to recognize. By default, the scanner is set t

OPTIONAL: Test Bar Codes SocketScan includes a Test feature that makes it easy to determine the symbology, number of characters, and decoded data (in

4 | Setup for Windows XP This chapter explains how to install and use the Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) with a Bluetooth enabled computer running Wind

APPENDICES A | SPECIFICATIONS 60 B | SAFETY AND USAGE TIPS 62 C | BAR CODE LABEL SPECIFICATIONS 64 D | ENABLING OR DISABLING SYMBOLOGIES 65 E | DECOD

STEP 2: Charge the Scanner Use the included AC adapter to charge the Cordless Hand Scanner. The scanner’s NiMH batteries must be charged for at least

STEP 4: Install the Software 1. Insert the installation CD into your host PC. 2. Use My Computer or Windows Explorer to access your CD-ROM dr

4. In the File Download screen click Run. Note: Screens for Internet Explorer 6.0 are shown. 5. If a Security Warning screen appears, click Run.

STEP 5: Connect Scanner to Computer via Bluetooth The very first time you connect the CHS to your computer, you must manually connect via your Blueto

2. Follow the appropriate instructions for your Bluetooth hardware and software to discover and connect to the CHS. Socket Connection Kit with Blue

WIDCOMM: To determine if your computer uses a WIDCOMM Bluetooth stack, check the stack version in your Bluetooth software. Refer to the documentation

Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2: Refer to the documentation for your Bluetooth hardware/software for instructions on discovering and connecting to

Other Bluetooth Hardware/Software: Refer to the documentation for your Bluetooth hardware/software for instructions on discovering and connecting to t

STEP 6: Configure Scanner Settings 1. Start SocketScanXP by clicking on the icon on your desktop. Otherwise, you can click: Start | All Programs

• Widcomm: Select if your computer uses the Widcomm Bluetooth stack. Many third-party USB Bluetooth adapters use the Widcomm stack. The COM Port fiel

1 | Introduction If you need to collect bar coded data but don't want to be tied to your mobile or desktop computer, Socket's Cordless Hand

• Good read indication on CHS: Select how you would like the scanner to indicate that data has been successfully scanned and transmitted to the host

After you configure the correct Bluetooth hardware settings in SocketScan, the Connect CHS menu option allows you to connect to the CHS directly fr

STEP 7: Scan Data into Your Application 1. Start the Windows application that you want to receive the data (e.g., Excel, Notepad, etc.). Make sure

3. After a successful scan, data should appear in your document. For example, after you scan the code above into an Excel spreadsheet, data should ap

OPTIONAL: Assign Sound and Prefix/Suffix Settings You can configure these settings whether or not the CHS is connected to your computer. 1. In

OPTIONAL: Configure Advanced Bluetooth Settings The SocketScanXP utility enables you configure advanced Bluetooth settings of the CHS, including the

CHS Security Settings: Enter a PIN code and/or any authentication or encryption settings. If desired, click Delete Bonding to delete any bonding/pair

OPTIONAL: Assign a Trigger Button The SocketScanXP utility enables you to assign one of your computer’s function keys to trigger the CHS. 10. In Soc

OPTIONAL: Select Symbologies The SocketScanXP utility makes it easy to modify which symbologies you want the scanner to recognize and decode. 1. In

OPTIONAL: View Version Information 1. In SocketScanXP Settings, click on the About tab. The Trigger and Barcodes tabs will only appear if you are

About Combining Scanning with Bluetooth The Cordless Hand Scanner represents an optimal combination of proven laser bar code scanning technology and

Appendix A Specifications Physical Characteristics Size: 125l x 31h x 35w (mm) 4.9l x 1.2h x 1.4w (in.) Total Mass: approx. 90 g (0.2 lb) Power So

About Bluetooth Range The Cordless Hand Scanner features a powerful Class 1 Bluetooth radio to provide the maximum possible range. As with all wirele

Appendix B Safety and Usage Tips About Bluetooth and Health Bluetooth wireless technology allows you to use short-range radio signals to connect a v

Efficient UseFor optimum performance, please make sure that there is no metal surrounding your Cordless Hand Scanner. DrivingRF energy may affect som

Appendix C Bar Code Label Specifications All bar code symbols/labels should satisfy the appropriate AIM Uniform Symbology Specification. Background

Appendix D Enabling or Disabling Symbologies The Cordless Hand Scanner is pre-set to automatically detect and decode (auto-discriminate) the most com

Table 2. Other Symbology Parameters Symbology Parameters Scanner Default UPC/EAN/JAN Supplementals Disabled Transmit Check Digit Enabled Bookland

For more information on bar codes, symbologies, labels or other bar code related topics, visit any of the following web sites: a. www.aimglobal.org/te

Appendix E Decode Zone The decode zones for the Cordless Hand Scanner is shown below. The minimum element width (“X Dimension” or bar code “size”)

Appendix F Troubleshooting For help on SocketScan, tap Start | Help on a Pocket PC, or tap on the icon on a Palm device. SYMPTOM: I get the “No Sc

System Requirements Your mobile computer should meet these minimum requirements: • Any of the following operating systems: − Windows Mobile 2003/2

SYMPTOM: While scanning with the CHS, I turned off the Pocket PC, or my Pocket PC entered suspend mode. Now my Pocket PC won’t turn on again. POSSIB

Appendix G Technical Support If you have trouble installing or using the Cordless Hand Scanner with Bluetooth Wireless Technology, contact Socket’s

Limited Warranty Socket Communications Incorporated (Socket) warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and

Limited Software Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY. SOCKET warrants that the original disk or CD ROM is free from defects for 90 days from the date of delive

Regulatory Compliance The Socket Cordless Hand Scanner is designed to be compliant with the rules and regulations in locations where they are sold a

This equipment generates and radiates radio-frequency energy. To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the following antenna installati

CE Marking & European Union Compliance Products intended for sale within the European Union are marked with a CE Mark which indicates compliance t

Battery Warning: • Your device contains a rechargeable NiMH battery. Never throw the battery into a fire, as that could cause the battery to explode.

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Product Registration Socket highly recommends that all customers register their Socket products. Product registration is required for technical suppor

Status Indicator LED LED LED Activity Meaning 1 blink per second Bluetooth radio is on, but not connected. Bluetooth Status (Blue) 1 blink per 5