Socket-mobile SoMo 650 User Manual

SoMo® 650 Handheld Computer User’s Guide

Top (with card slot cover open) 1 2 3 1. Stylus holder and stylus 2. SD (Secure Digital)/SDIO/MMC (MultiMedia Card) slot (lift rubber cover to

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 11 CHARGING/SYNC CRADLEWith two USB ports, the cradle can act as a hub to connect a keyboard, mouse or other device. There i

2 | GETTING STARTED CAUTION: TO ENSURE PROPER OPERATION OF YOUR SOMO 650, FOLLOW THE BELOW INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO USE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTR

STEP 2: CHARGE THE BATTERY 1. Lift the rubber flap that covers the DC-in connector on the left side of the SoMo. 2. Connect the AC adapter to the DC

STEP 3: SET UP YOUR SOMO 650 NOTE: Make sure the SoMo 650 is fully charged before proceeding. 1. Slide the hold switch on the left side of your SoM

STEP 4: INSTALL SYNCHRONIZATION SOFTWARE ON HOST PC Do not connect your SoMo 650 to your host PC until the synchronization software has been install

STEP 5: CONNECT THE SOMO TO HOST PC Connect with the Sync Cable 1. Plug the USB sync cable into the connector on the bottom of your SoMo 650.

Connect with the Cradle 1. Insert the SoMo 650 into the cradle. 2. Use the USB sync cable to connect the cradle to a host computer. 3. Plug

STEP 6: SET UP YOUR DEVICE PARTNERSHIP Windows 7/Vista 1. When you connect your SoMo 650 to your computer for the first time, the Windows Mobile Dev

GETTING STARTED WIZARDS Windows Mobile 6.1 only 1. In the Today screen, tap Getting Started. 2. A list of wizards will appear. Some are generic

8/2011 Document # 6410-00287 Q COPYRIGHT NOTICE Copyright © 2008-2011 Socket Mobile, Inc. All rights reserved. Socket, the Socket logo, SoMo, Sock

Register SoMo 650 Socket highly recommends that all customers register their SoMo devices. Registered users benefit from update notifications and expe

Install Microsoft Windows Mobile Updates In most cases, you will not need to use this utility. 1. In the list of Getting Started wizards, tap Instal

Set up Enhanced Wi-Fi Companion (e-WFC) By default, the SoMo has Wi-Fi Companion (WFC) installed. For SoMo devices running Windows Mobile 6 Service Pa

Set up SocketScan 10 SocketScan 10 software is for Socket CHS Series 7 v3 barcode scanners. 1. In the list of Getting Started wizards, tap Set up So

Configure hold switch The Hold Switch Utility lets you change the default behavior of the hold switch. ROM v1.1 and later includes the utility. For

3. Use the utility to configure your settings. • Leave screen enabled: Select to keep the screen on when the hold switch is activated. A dialog w

Set up Connect!Agent Connect!Agent software is compatible with the Socket CHS Series 7 v1 or v2 and the Socket CRS Series 9. 1. In the list of Getti

MobiScan Rapid Configuration Tool 1. In the list of Getting Started wizards, tap MobiScan Rapid Configuration Tool. 2. Tap on the link. Follow the

Configure CF/SD slots In most cases, you will not need to use this utility. If you insert a memory card into the SoMo and cannot access data from the

3 | USING THE SOMO 650 This chapter explains how to use your SoMo 650 through its buttons, the hold switch, stylus, Start menu, online Help, and the

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read and follow these safety instructions before using your device for the first time, and save them for future

START MENU From the Start menu, you can access programs, settings and Help topics. The Start menu can be accessed by tapping . ONLINE HELP Your SoM

WIRELESS RADIO MANAGER Microsoft Wireless Manager SoMo devices running Windows Mobile 6 include the Microsoft Wireless Manager by default. If you i

Socket Radio Manager SoMo devices running Windows Mobile 5 include the Microsoft Wireless Manager by default. The Socket Radio Manager also appears

SOMO 650 POWER PLUS BATTERY FRIENDLY® UTILITY This utility provides advanced power management and monitoring and is available on SoMo devices running

After a suspend/resume, it can take up to 30 seconds for the applet to make a reasonable determination of time remaining. If a battery is changed a

BACKLIGHT AND POWER SETTINGS You may want to adjust the backlight and power settings to maximize the battery life of your SoMo 650. 1. Tap > Set

CPU PERFORMANCE UTILITY The CPU Performance utility allows you to choose a fixed processor speed based on your own criteria of performance versus batt

VOICE RECORDER By default, the left programmable application button is set for Notes, which includes voice recording capability. In Notes, tap on the

4 | WI-FI COMPANION Wi-Fi Companion (WFC) is a powerful and easy-to-use utility for managing Wi-Fi connections from your SoMo 650 handheld computer.

TURNING ON THE WI-FI RADIO Wi-Fi Companion automatically launches after you turn on the Wi-Fi radio. 1. Open the Radio Manager. Press the button on

TABLE OF CONTENTS COPYRIGHT NOTICE 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 1 | INTRODUCTION 6 PACKAGE CONTENTS 7 PRODUCT REGISTRATION 7 SOCKETCARE™ EXTEND

3. The Wi-Fi status icon will appear at the top of the screen. The icon varies based on your connection status. Tap on the icon to view the main scre

MAIN SCREEN OF WI-FI COMPANION The screen content varies depending on your connection status. Wi-Fi status icon. Tap to access this screen from outs

WI-FI FINDER The Wi-Fi Finder displays a list of WLAN networks found in range. To access the Wi-Fi Finder, tap on the large tower icon in the bottom r

FINDING AND CONNECTING TO A WLAN Ask your network administrator for the necessary security settings for your WLAN. If the WLAN uses 802.1x, WPA or WP

For Wi-Fi Companion, the Microsoft profile editor (Wireless Zero Config) will launch. For Enhanced Wi-Fi Companion, a Socket profile editor will la

5 | SOCKETSCAN 10 FOR CHS SERIES 7 BARCODE SCANNERS SocketScan 10 software sends data from your Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) Series

SOCKETSCAN 10 ICONS The icon indicates whether SocketScan 10 is connected to your CHS and ready to read data. The icon appears at the bottom of the To

STEP 3: PAIR THE CHS WITH THE SOMO 1. Tap Start | Programs | SocketScan 10 folder | SocketScan 10 . 2. In the Today screen, tap on the SocketScan

a. If you have a 1D scanner, the CHS will disconnect from the SoMo, indicated by 2 beeps. The CHS will then reconnect to the SoMo, indicated by a bee

6 | SOCKETSCAN FOR PLUG-IN SCANNERS AND READERS SocketScan software sends data from your Socket barcode scanner, RFID reader or magnetic stripe rea

5 7 | SOMO 650 BACK PACK SOFTWARE 54 STEP 1: CONFIGURE A MODEM CONNECTION 55 STEP 2: PREPARE THE HARDWARE 56 STEP 3: CONNECT TO NETWORK 56 APPENDICES

STEP 1: ASSIGN A TRIGGER BUTTON This step is NOT required for the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card. Method 1: This method is for the SD Scan Card, CF Scan

2. In the list, tap Set up Data Capture triggers. 3. In the next screen, tap either LEFT or RIGHT in the appropriate section to select the button

STEP 3: INSERT THE CARD 1. Open the slot cover at the top of the SoMo 650, then insert the card into the appropriate slot. Do not insert the card bac

STEP 4: START APPLICATION Start the application that you want to enter data into (e.g., Excel Mobile). From the Today screen, tap Start | Programs and

7 | SOMO 650 BACK PACK SOFTWARE The SoMo 650 Back Pack is a wireless broadband ExpressCard adapter that enables you to add a Novatel ExpressCard mod

STEP 1: CONFIGURE A MODEM CONNECTION 1. In the Today screen, tap Getting Started. 2. In the list, tap Set up WAN Connections. 3. In the next

STEP 2: PREPARE THE HARDWARE Install the SoMo 650 Back Pack and insert your Novatel WAN modem card, as shown in the Quick Start Guide included with th

APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS Processor Intel PXA270@624MHz CPU Memory SDRAM: 128MB NAND Flash: 1GB or 256MB SoMo File Store: 32 MB and 128 MB non-vo

58 Antimicrobial Rating (SoMo 650Rx only) JIS Z2801:2000 Test o 2.49 on Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) o 6.07 when cleaned with

APPENDIX B CARE AND MAINTENANCE For important safety and usage instructions, please refer to page 3. Cleaning the SoMo 650 or SoMo 650DX: • Wi

1 | INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the SoMo 650 handheld computer. The SoMo 650 is a durable, Windows Mobile powered device that can help yo

APPENDIX C RESETTING THE SOMO 650 The SoMo 650 supports the three levels of reset defined by Microsoft for Windows Mobile powered devices: • Soft

Soft Reset A soft reset is like rebooting a computer. It is designed to stop all applications and clear out temporary data associated with running pro

Hard Reset A hard reset is designed to clear all processor states, running programs, and user data. It also drives the hardware reset line to the proc

Clean Reset A clean reset is designed to revert the device to its factory default settings (or the latest service pack ROM update). All installed prog

2. While holding the three buttons, using the tip of your stylus, lightly press the Reset button inside the hole on the bottom of your SoMo 650 and th

3. Keep pressing all three buttons until a splash screen appears with the Socket logo and then disappears. 4. After the Socket Splash Screen disap

APPENDIX D UPGRADING THE ROM IMAGE ADVANCED USERS ONLY! Upgrades are available free to registered users. Log in to submit a request at: http://suppo

STEP 4: Install the Files 1. Press and hold the Right programmable application button, and the Calendar and Contacts shortcut buttons on your SoMo 65

4. The SoMo 650 will begin to download and update the ROM image. 5. After the installation reports, “Update completed!” the Socket splash screen wi

APPENDIX E TROUBLESHOOTING .SYMPTOM: When I press the power button, the SoMo does not turn on. POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION The SoMo battery does not

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 7 PACKAGE CONTENTS All SoMo 650-E, SoMo650Rx-E, and SoMo 650DX-E configurations come with the following items: • SoMo 650 ha

APPENDIX F TECHNICAL SUPPORT If you have trouble installing or using the SoMo 650, Socket has different support options to help you. Online Knowle

LIMITED WARRANTY Socket Mobile Incorporated (Socket) warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and service,

DISCLAIMER EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT EXPRESSLY WARRANTED BY SOCKET COMMUNICATIONS, INC, THIS PRODUCT IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY

73 17BREGULATORY COMPLIANCE FCC: Part 15, Class B Industry Canada CE: EN TELEC NOM, COFETEL RoHS and WEEE compliant Electrical Safety EN60950, UL,

74 IMPORTANT: RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT THIS EQUIPMENT COMPLIES WITH FCC RADIATION EXPOSURE LIMITS SET FORTH FOR AN UNCONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT. END

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HARDWARE FEATURES Front 12 10 3 4 9 5 8 6 7 1. Wireless Status LED (Blue/Green) – indicates Bluetooth®, Wi-Fi® 2. Battery Status/Ala

Back 3 1 2 1. Battery cover 2. Battery cover release 3. Speaker Left 1 2 3 4 1. Hands-free (headset/microphone) connector (lift