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Socket CF Mag Stripe Reader Card 4E User Manual

Compactflash card with integrated magnetic stripe reader for pocket pcs and windows xp notebook and tablet computers
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CF Mag Stripe Reader Card
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CompactFlash Card with Integrated Magnetic Stripe
Reader for Pocket PCs and Windows XP Notebook and
Tablet Computers
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  • Page 1 ™ CF Mag Stripe Reader Card CompactFlash Card with Integrated Magnetic Stripe Reader for Pocket PCs and Windows XP Notebook and Tablet Computers User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Copyright Notice

    Please refrain from any applications of the Socket CF Mag Stripe Reader Card that are not described in this manual. Please refrain from disassembling the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card. Disassembly of this device will void the product warranty.
  • Page 3 Table of Contents COPYRIGHT NOTICE 1 | INTRODUCTION About the Software System Requirements Package Contents Product Registration Software Development Kit (SDK) Third-Party Applications Beep and LED Patterns SocketScan Icon 2 | SETUP FOR WINDOWS MOBILE STEP 1: Uninstall Other Scanning Software STEP 2: Install the Software STEP 3: Insert the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card STEP 4: Swipe Data into Your Application...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    The CF Mag Stripe Reader Card can also be used with voter registration cards, health cards, financial cards, and other identity documents. Sleekly designed with no cables or batteries, the Socket CF Mag Stripe Reader Card works in the CompactFlash or PC Card slot of compatible mobile omputers.

  • Page 5: Package Contents

    Software Development Kit (SDK) The CF Mag Stripe Reader Card uses the same SocketScan software and SDK used with all of Socket’s data collection products, including bar code scanners and RFID products. The SocketScan SDK (not included) is required for more complex applications using parsed or encrypted data.

  • Page 6: Beep And Led Patterns

    Beep and LED Patterns Note: The beep will come from the mobile computer, not the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card. Make sure mobile computer’s sound is turned on. Beep Pattern LED Behavior Meaning Blinking Green and SocketScan detects the CF Mag Stripe 4 Beeps Reader Card.

  • Page 7: Setup For Windows Mobile

    2 | Setup for Windows Mobile This chapter shows how to install, configure, and use the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card on a Pocket PC running Windows Mobile 2003, 2003SE or 5.0. Support for square screens and landscape mode is included.

  • Page 8: Step 1: Uninstall Other Scanning Software

    STEP 1: Uninstall Other Scanning Software Delete any bar code scanning software you may already have installed in your Pocket PC, using either of two methods. OPTION 1: Uninstall Directly from the Pocket PC 1. Make sure the bar code scanning software is closed, and remove the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card from your Pocket PC.

  • Page 9: Step 2: Install The Software

    My Computer or Windows Explorer to access your CD drive. In the CD contents, click on Setup. Note: If you downloaded the software from Socket’s website, extract the contents and click on Setup. 4. The SocketScan Setup Center will appear in your web browser. Read the information in the welcome screen, then scroll down to click next at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 10 5. In the File Download screen, click Run. 6. In the Security Warning screen, click Run. 7. The installation wizard will begin. Follow the wizard to install the software.

  • Page 11: Step 3: Insert The Cf Mag Stripe Reader Card

    8. If your device warns that the software comes from an unknown publisher, tap Yes to continue installation. 9. When software installation is complete, you will be prompted to remove the device from the cradle and soft reset. Tap ok. 10.

  • Page 12: Step 4: Swipe Data Into Your Application

    STEP 4: Swipe Data into Your Application 1. Tap Start | Programs | SocketScan. 2. The Pocket PC will beep several times, and the LED will blink several times to indicate that the device has been initialized. The LED will remain green to indicate that it is ready to read data.
  • Page 13 4. Swipe a card through the reader, with the magnetic stripe face down. Swipe smoothly in one motion, making sure the card is pressed flush against the slot for the entire length of the card. You can swipe the card either right-to-left or left-to-right.

  • Page 14: Optional: Configure Prefix/Suffixes

    OPTIONAL: Configure Prefix/Suffixes The SocketScan applet lets you specify prefix and/or suffix characters to be added automatically to swiped data. This helps to further eliminate manual data entry. 1. Tap on the SocketScan icon. In the pop-up menu, tap Prefix/Suffix. Note: You can configure prefix/suffixes whether or not the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card is inserted into your Pocket PC.

  • Page 15: Optional: Configure Sounds

    OPTIONAL: Configure Sounds The SocketScan Sounds applet lets you choose any WAV sound file saved to be played to indicate a successful swipe. 1. Tap on the SocketScan icon at the bottom of the Today screen. In the pop-up menu, tap Sounds... Note: You can configure sounds whether or not the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card is inserted into your Pocket PC.

  • Page 16: Setup For Windows Xp

    3 | Setup for Windows XP This chapter shows how to install, configure, and use the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card for use with a Windows XP notebook or tablet computer. This chapter shows Windows XP screens. Windows XP Tablet Edition will have functionally equivalent screens except where otherwise noted.

  • Page 17: Step 1: Uninstall Any Scanning Software

    Use My Computer or Windows Explorer to access your CD drive. In the CD contents, click on Setup. Note: If you downloaded the software from Socket’s website, extract the contents and click on Setup. 2. The SocketScan Setup Center will appear in your web browser. Read the information in the welcome screen, then scroll down to click next at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 18 3. In the File Download screen, click Run. 4. In the Security Warning screen, click Run. 5. The software installation will begin. Follow the wizard to install the software. 6. When software installation is complete, you will be prompted to restart your computer.

  • Page 19: Step 3: Insert The Cf Mag Stripe Reader Card

    2. Insert the combined unit into the PC Card (PCMCIA) slot of your computer. Note: To remove the Socket CF Mag Stripe Reader Card, click on the Remove PC Card icon at the bottom of the screen. In the screen that appears, select the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card and click Stop.

  • Page 20: Step 4: Complete The New Hardware Wizard

    STEP 4: Complete the New Hardware Wizard 1. After you insert the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card into your computer, the Found New Hardware Wizard will automatically launch. In the first screen, select No, not this time and click Next. 2.
  • Page 21 • Uncheck Search removable media. • Check Include this location in the search and click Browse. 4. Browse to the following folder: C:\Program Files\Socket Communications, Inc.\SocketScanXP 6.1.0. Click OK. 5. The path to the SocketScanXP 6.1.0 folder should appear in the field.
  • Page 22 6. The next screen will warn that the software has not passed Windows logo testing. Click Continue Anyway. 7. Installation will begin. After installation is complete, in the last screen, click Finish.

  • Page 23: Step 5: Swipe Data Into Your Application

    STEP 5: Swipe Data into Your Application 1. Start SocketScan. Click on the SocketScanXP icon on your desktop, or click Start | All Programs | SocketScan. 2. The computer will beep a few times, and the LED will blink twice to indicate that the device has been initialized.
  • Page 24 4. Swipe a card through the reader, with the magnetic stripe facing the Socket logo. Swipe smoothly in one motion, making sure the card is pressed flush against the slot for the entire length of the card. You can swipe the card in either direction.

  • Page 25: Optional: Configure Socketscan Settings

    OPTIONAL: Configure SocketScan Settings Note: The Socket CF Mag Stripe Reader Card does not need to be inserted into the computer in order to change the sound or prefix/suffix. 1. Click on the SocketScan icon. In the pop-up menu, click Settings.

  • Page 26: Appendices A | Specifications

    Appendix A Specifications Physical Charactistics: L x W x H: 2.7 x 2.2 x 1.3 inches (69 x 55 x 34 mm) Total Mass: Approx. 1.73 oz (49 g) Power Consumption (with 3.3 V): Standby: 7 mA (23.1 mW) Maximum: 12 mA (39.6 mW) Environmental Conditions: Operating Temperature: +14 to +140°F (-10 to +60°C) Operating Relative Humidity: 10-90% non-condensing...

  • Page 27: B | Advanced Software Installation

    Windows Mobile Advanced Users Only! If you do not want to use the application installer to install Socket’s modem software, you can install the software from a CAB (cabinet) file. A CAB file contains all the software and drivers needed to install your product on a particular Pocket PC platform.

  • Page 28: C | Troubleshooting

    Appendix C Troubleshooting For help on SocketScan on a Pocket PC, tap Start | Help. SYMPTOM I get the “No Card Detected” icon in the task tray and can’t swipe any data. POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION Your mobile computer does not Make sure the CF Mag Stripe recognize the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card is inserted...

  • Page 29: D | Technical Support

    Appendix D Technical Support If you have trouble installing or using CF Mag Stripe Reader Card, Socket has two technical support resources to help you. Please note that technical support is available in English only. 1. Socket On-Demand Support (SOS) Socket On-Demand Support is an interactive technical support program.

  • Page 30: Limited Warranty

    Incompatibility is not a defect covered by Socket’s warranty. During the warranty period, Socket will, at its option, repair or replace the defective product at no charge when furnished with proof of retail purchase, provided that you deliver the product to Socket or to an authorized Socket Service Center.
  • Page 31 90 days from the date of delivery of the SOFTWARE. CUSTOMER REMEDIES. SOCKET’S entire liability and your exclusive remedy shall be, at SOCKET’S option, either (a) return of the price paid or (b) replacement of the SOFTWARE which does not meet SOCKET’S Limited Warranty and which is returned to SOCKET with a copy of your receipt.

  • Page 32: Regulatory Compliance

    Regulatory Compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. This equipment is also CE EN55024:1998 and C-TICK compliant. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 33 © Socket Communications, Inc. 4/2006 Printed in U.S.A.

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