Step 6: Scan Data Into Your Application - Socket 7 series Quick Start Manual

STEP 4: Connect Computer to CHS
1. If you did not install Connect!Agent, start your computer's Bluetooth software
and make sure the Bluetooth radio is turned on.
2. Right-click the SocketScan icon at the bottom of the screen and click Connect CS.
If you installed Connect!Agent, it will automatically open the Bluetooth
software and turn on the Bluetooth radio when you click Connect CS.
After you configure the correct Bluetooth hardware settings in SocketScan, the
Connect CS menu option allows you to connect to the CHS directly from
SocketScan, instead of manually connecting via your Bluetooth software.
The Connect CS option will not appear unless you checked the box Enable CS
Support in the SocketScanXP settings.
SocketScan will not be able to connect to the CHS if you have another device
assigned as your favorite or default Bluetooth serial device.
3. If you are using Connect!Agent, and this is your first time connecting, it will
automatically search for the CHS and configure the connection.
4.
SocketScan will connect the computer to the CHS, indicated by a
beep. The task tray icon at the bottom of your screen will change to
indicate the connection.
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STEP 6: Scan Data into Your Application

1. Start the Windows application that you want to enter scanned data into (e.g.,
Excel, Notepad, etc.). Make sure a document or spreadsheet is open.
2. Place the cursor where you want data from the next scan to be entered.
3. Press the trigger button and aim your finger at the bar code. The red beam should
cover the entire width of the bar code. See the User's Guide for scanning tips.
When data is read and sent to the
off. Depending on your settings, the scanner may beep and/or the LED may
flash green to indicate a good read.
4. After a successful scan, data should appear in your document. By default, the
cursor automatically advances to the next cell or line, ready for the next scan.
Wait for the "Good Scan" indication before you scan another bar code. If you try
to scan too fast, the device can lock up until you stop scanning.
Reconnecting
If your computer suspends or the CHS is moved out of range, the
connection will end. After the computer turns on again or returns in
range, SocketScan will try to re-connect according to your "auto
re-connect" settings. After the time limit for re-connection attempts
passes, click the Socket CS Connect icon to manually re-connect.
Disconnecting
To end the connection, click on the SocketScan icon and click Disconnect CS.
Turning off the CHS
Press the power button on the wrist unit for 2+ seconds, until you hear 2 beeps.
, the scanner will turn
mobile computing device
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