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Socket Series 9 User Manual

Cordless ring scanner with bluetooth wireless technology
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Cordless Ring Scanner Series 9
®
with Bluetooth
Wireless Technology
Featuring a "Hands-Free" wearable bar code scanner that
captures and sends data wirelessly to Bluetooth enabled
computers running Windows Mobile, XP or XP Tablet Edition.
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  • Page 1 Cordless Ring Scanner Series 9 ® with Bluetooth Wireless Technology Featuring a “Hands-Free” wearable bar code scanner that captures and sends data wirelessly to Bluetooth enabled computers running Windows Mobile, XP or XP Tablet Edition. User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Copyright Notice

    Please refrain from any applications of the Socket Cordless Ring Scanner that are not described in this manual. Please refrain from disassembling the Cordless Ring Scanner. Disassembly of this device will void the product warranty.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Assembling and Putting on the CRS 3 | SETUP FOR WINDOWS MOBILE STEP 1: Install the Software STEP 2: Configure Scanner Settings STEP 3: Connect CRS to Host Device with Bluetooth STEP 4: Assemble and Put on the CRS STEP 5: Scan Data into Your Application...
  • Page 4 APPENDICES A | SPECIFICATIONS B | SAFETY AND USAGE TIPS C | BAR CODE LABEL SPECIFICATIONS D | ENABLING OR DISABLING SYMBOLOGIES E | DECODE ZONE F | TROUBLESHOOTING G | TECHNICAL SUPPORT LIMITED WARRANTY REGULATORY COMPLIANCE...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    If you need to collect bar coded data but don't want to be tied to your mobile or desktop computer, the Socket Cordless Ring Scanner (CRS) Series 9 with Bluetooth wireless technology is just what you're looking for. This innovative device combines the power of laser bar code scanning with the convenience of Bluetooth wireless technology in a compact, lightweight device that is ergonomically designed to fit comfortably on your hand.

  • Page 6: About Combining Scanning With Bluetooth

    The most likely source of errors in any cordless scanning system is not in the scanning and decoding process, but in the transmission of the data to the host. To prevent such errors, the Cordless Ring Scanner features Socket’s ™...

  • Page 7: System Requirements

    *Other stacks may be compatible but have not been tested by Socket. For Windows XP, only the IVT and Microsoft Bluetooth stacks are compatible with the optional Socket Connect!Agent software. Package Contents The Socket Cordless Ring Scanner package includes: • Ring scanner (C) •...

  • Page 8: Hardware And Software Indicators

    The CRS is not connected to the host device The CRS is connected to the host device Note: In the SocketScan software, the abbreviation “CS” stands for “cordless scanner” and applies to both the Socket Cordless Ring Scanner and Socket Cordless Hand Scanner. Meaning...

  • Page 9: Scanning Tips

    Practice to determine the best scanning angle and distance for your type of bar code. Scan Angle For best results, position the scanner at an angle to the bar code, at least 15° from perpendicular. Otherwise, light can bounce back into the scanner and “blind” the sensing mechanism.

  • Page 10: About The Cable Break Away

    CRS becomes entangled in industrial equipment. If the cable breaks away from the ring scanner unit during use, simply plug it back in to resume operation. Note: Whenever the cable disconnects from the ring scanner, it will beep 3...

  • Page 11: Hardware Preparation

    2 | Hardware Preparation Charging and Installing the Battery 1. The battery must be charged before initial use, using the included Socket charger. The Charging LED will be yellow during charging. After approximately 4 hours, the battery will reach full charge, indicated by a green Charging LED.

  • Page 12: Assembling And Putting On The Crs

    2. Connect the free end of the cable to the ring scanner. 3. Attach the finger strap to the bottom of the ring scanner. To insert the clips, grasp it with the thumb and index finger. Insert one end of the clip post into the slot, gently push down, and then push the other end of the post in for a snug fit.
  • Page 13 6. Attach the wrist unit case to the wrist strap, by pressing the Velcro together. CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE PREPARATION...
  • Page 14 3. Attach the finger strap to the bottom of the ring scanner. 4. Put on the wrist strap. Adjust it for a secure and comfortable fit. 5. Put the ring scanner on your index finger, adjusting the finger strap for a secure and comfortable fit.

  • Page 15: Setup For Windows Mobile

    3 | Setup for Windows Mobile This chapter explains how to install and use the Cordless Ring Scanner (CRS) with a Bluetooth enabled Pocket PC or other Windows Mobile- based device. Before you begin the instructions in this chapter, make sure you have charged and installed the battery as explained in Chapter 2, “Hardware...

  • Page 16: Step 1: Install The Software

    STEP 1: Install the Software You must install SocketScan, but installing Connect!Agent is optional. Should I install Connect!Agent? Connect!Agent simplifies Bluetooth by automatically setting up and managing the Bluetooth connection. It runs in the background and requires no interaction from the user. If you choose not to install Connect!Agent, you will need to use your Bluetooth software to manually configure and manage the Bluetooth connection.
  • Page 17 5. In the CD contents, open the SocketScanCE folder and click on Setup.exe. 6. The installation wizard will automatically begin. Follow the wizard to install the software. 7. After installing the software, a dialog on your Pocket PC will direct you to soft reset.

  • Page 18: Step 2: Configure Scanner Settings

    3. Tap the SocketScan icon at the bottom of the screen. In the pop-up menu, tap Settings. 4. The Scanner Settings utility will appear. Tap on the CS tab at the bottom of the screen. 5. Enter the following settings: Enable Cordless Scanner support: Check this box.
  • Page 19 Bluetooth connection for 20 minutes. Check to disable. 7. Tap on the CRS tab. Select which button on the CRS you would like to use to trigger the scanner. 8. After entering settings, tap ok to save the changes.

  • Page 20: Step 3: Connect Crs To Host Device With Bluetooth

    Bluetooth stacks on host mobile computers other than those listed. 1. Turn on the Cordless Ring Scanner. Press the small power button on the side of the wrist unit for at least 2 seconds, until you hear a beep. The Bluetooth status LED on the wrist unit should be blinking blue.
  • Page 21 Bluetooth serial device. If Connect CS does not appear, tap Settings in the menu, tap on the CS tab, and enable cordless scanner support. 6. Your device will begin searching for the CRS. • If you installed Connect!Agent, your mobile device will automatically search for and connect to the CRS.

  • Page 22: Step 4: Assemble And Put On The Crs

    STEP 4: Assemble and Put on the CRS Please refer to the instructions in Chapter 2. STEP 5: 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.
  • Page 23 Depending on your scanner settings, the scanner may beep and/or the ring scanner’s LED may flash green to indicate a good read. If no data is read in a few seconds, the laser will turn off, and you must try again.

  • Page 24: Optional: Select Symbologies

    OPTIONAL: Select Symbologies The applet makes it quick and convenient to modify which symbologies you want the scanner to recognize. By default, the scanner is set to recognize nine of the most common symbologies. 1. Tap on the SocketScan icon. In the pop-up menu, tap Symbology Selector...

  • Page 25: Optional: Configure Prefix/Suffixes

    You can configure prefix/suffixes whether or not the CRS is connected to your Pocket PC. 2. The Scanner Settings utility will appear, with the Prefix/Suffix tab open. Enter the characters you want to be appended to each scan (128 character maximum). Tap ok.

  • Page 26: Optional: Configure Sound

    You can configure sounds whether or not the CRS is connected to your Pocket PC. 4. The Scanner Settings utility will appear, with the Prefix/Suffix tab open. Tap on the Sound tab. 5. Select which sound you want your mobile computer to use to indicate a good read.

  • Page 27: 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 code supported by the scanner. This is especially useful if you encounter a bar code that the scanner will not decode by default.

  • Page 28: Setup For Windows Xp

    4 | Setup for Windows XP This chapter explains how to install and use the Cordless Ring Scanner (CRS) with a Bluetooth enabled desktop, notebook or tablet computer running Windows XP or Windows XP Tablet Edition. Before you begin the instructions in this chapter, make sure you have charged and installed the battery as explained in Chapter 2, “Hardware...

  • Page 29: Step 1: Install The Software

    STEP 1: Install the Software You must install SocketScan, but installing Connect!Agent is optional. Should I install Connect!Agent? Connect!Agent simplifies the Bluetooth setup and connection process. Once the CRS is turned on and SocketScan is running, Connect!Agent will automatically set up and manage the Bluetooth connection.
  • Page 30 5. The installation wizard will launch. Follow the wizard to install the software. 6. After software installation, icons for SocketScanXP and Socket CS Connect will appear on your desktop. 7. If desired, install Connect!Agent by opening the Connect!Agent folder in the CD and launching the Connect!AgentXPSetup_S.exe file.

  • Page 31: Step 2: Configure Bluetooth Settings

    Socket Connection Kit with IVT BlueSoleil software (CF or USB): 1. Turn on the Cordless Ring Scanner. Press the small power button on the side of the wrist unit for at least 2 seconds, until you hear a beep. The Bluetooth status LED on the wrist unit will start blinking blue.
  • Page 32 5. Double-click on the red ball to search for the Cordless Ring Scanner, which will appear as Socket CRS [xxxxxx]. The characters in brackets are the last 6 characters of the scanner’s Bluetooth MAC address. 6. Double-click on the Socket CRS icon to begin the service discovery.
  • Page 33 Refer to the documentation for your Bluetooth hardware/software for instructions on discovering and connecting to the CRS. 1. Turn on the Cordless Ring Scanner. Press the small power button on the side of the wrist unit for at least 2 seconds, until you hear a beep. The Bluetooth status LED on the wrist unit will start blinking blue.
  • Page 34 In the dashboard, check Enable Internal Bluetooth Wireless Radio. Tap OK. 2. Turn on the Cordless Ring Scanner. Press the small power button on the side of the wrist unit for at least 2 seconds, until you hear a beep. The Bluetooth status LED on the wrist unit will start blinking blue.
  • Page 35 he list of found devices, select Socket CRS [xxxxxx]. Tap Next. In t 7. If a passkey is requested, enter the default PIN the connection, the CRS will beep once. In the list of device services, select 9. Note which COM port is assigned to the CRS. CHAPTER 4: SETUP FOR WINDOWS XP 1234 .
  • Page 36 Many Bluetooth USB adapters use this stack. 1. Turn on the Bluetooth radio of your computer. 2. Turn on the Cordless Ring Scanner. Press the small power button on the side of the wrist unit for at least 2 seconds, until you hear a beep. The Bluetooth status LED on the wrist unit will start blinking blue.

  • Page 37: Step 3: Configure Scanner Settings

    STEP 3: Configure Scanner Settings 1. Click the SocketScan icon menu, click Settings. Alternatively, click Start | Control Panel | SocketScanXP Settings. If the SocketScan icon does not appear at the bottom of the screen, click on the SocketScanXP icon on your desktop.
  • Page 38 Bluetooth friendly name and security settings of the CRS. 3. Click on the CRS tab. Select which button on the CRS you would like to use to trigger the scanner. 4. After entering settings, click OK to save the changes.

  • Page 39: Step 4: Start Socketscan And Connect To Crs

    STEP 4: Start SocketScan and Connect to CRS 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.

  • Page 40: Step 5: Assemble And Put On The Crs

    The task tray icon at the bottom of your screen will change to an image of a ring above a bar code to indicate that SocketScan is connected to the CRS. STEP 5: Assemble and Put on the CRS Please refer to the instructions in Chapter 2. STEP 6: Scan Data into Your Application 1.
  • Page 41 Depending on your scanner settings, the scanner may beep and/or the ring scanner’s LED may flash green to indicate a good read. If no data is read in a few seconds, the laser will turn off, and you must try again.

  • Page 42: Optional: Assign Sound And Prefix/Suffix Settings

    OPTIONAL: Assign Sound and Prefix/Suffix Settings You can configure these settings whether or not the CRS is connected to your computer. The Trigger and Barcodes tabs appear only when connected. 1. In SocketScanXP Settings, click on the General tab. 2. Adjust any settings as desired: Good read notification sound: Select which sound you would like your computer to use to indicate good readings of data.

  • Page 43: Optional: Configure Advanced Bluetooth Settings

    OPTIONAL: Configure Advanced Bluetooth Settings The SocketScanXP utility enables you configure advanced Bluetooth settings of the CRS, including the Bluetooth friendly name and security settings. 1. In SocketScanXP Settings, click on the CS tab. At the bottom of the screen, the CRS battery level will be indicated by a status bar.
  • Page 44 3. In the screen that appears, enter any changes and click OK. Friendly Name: Enter a new friendly name and click OK. Security Settings: Enter a PIN code and/or any authentication or encryption settings. If desired, click Delete Bonding to delete any bonding/pairing information in the CRS.

  • Page 45: Optional: Assign A Remote Trigger Button

    OPTIONAL: Assign a Remote Trigger Button The SocketScanXP utility enables you to assign of your computer’s function keys to trigger the CRS. 1. In SocketScanXP Settings, click on the Barcodes tab. The Trigger and Barcodes tabs will only appear if you are connected to the CRS.

  • Page 46: Optional: Select Symbologies

    OPTIONAL: Select Symbologies The SocketScanXP utility makes it easy to modify which symbologies you want the scanner to recognize and decode. 1. In SocketScanXP Settings, click on the Barcodes tab. The Trigger and Barcodes tabs will only appear if you are connected to the CRS.

  • Page 47: Appendix A Specifications

    Bar Code Symbologies Decoded: Code 39, UPC/EAN/JAN, MSI, Code 128, Code 93, Codabar, I 2 of 5, D 2 of 5, RSS-14 Laser: Class 1 and Class 2 Scan Angle: 46.5° Laser Scanner Performance: Scan Repetition Rate: 50 (± 3) scans/sec (bi-directional) APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS...
  • Page 48 TELEC About Bluetooth Range The Cordless Ring Scanner features a powerful Class 1 Bluetooth (Class 2 Bluetooth with a maximum range of 30ft or 10m is also available) radio to provide the maximum possible range. As with all wireless technologies, the...

  • Page 49: Appendix B Safety And Usage Tips

    • Changes or modifications of this product, not expressly approved by Socket, may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Antenna Care Do not place a metallic shield around the Cordless Ring Scanner since it will reduce the radio transmission efficiency. APPENDIX B: SAFETY AND USAGE TIPS...
  • Page 50 Driving RF energy may affect some electronic systems in motor vehicles, such as car stereo, safety equipment, etc. Check with your vehicle manufacturer to be sure that the Cordless Ring Scanner will not affect the vehicle’s electronics. Aircraft • Turn off your Cordless Ring Scanner before boarding any aircraft.

  • Page 51: Appendix C Bar Code Label Specifications

    Voids and Specks: The code should be printed clearly, free of voids, specks, blemishes and lines that could “fool” the scanner. Specks or blemishes in the white spaces, or false or missing bar sections could be interpreted by the reading equipment as part of the code.

  • Page 52: Appendix D Enabling Or Disabling Symbologies

    • The length of some symbologies will change after Symbology Selector is used. See Table 1. • With more symbologies enabled, the scanner must work harder to search through all the possible combinations. This may make the decoding process slightly longer.
  • Page 53 Code 39 Full ASCII Interleaved 2 of 5 Check Digit Verification Transmit Check Digit Convert I 2 of 5 to EAN-13 RSS-14 RSS-14 Limited RSS-14 Expanded APPENDIX D: ENABLING/DISABLING SYMBOLOGIES Scanner Default Disabled Enabled Disabled Ignore Seven Enabled Enabled Enabled...
  • Page 54 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/technologies/barcode/ b. www.aimglobal.org/aimstore/stackedsymbologies.htm c. www.adams1.com d. www.bizfonts.com e. www.barcode-us.com/info_center/upc.htm (UPC Codes) f. www.barcode-us.com/info_center/bookinfo.htm (Bookland EAN) g. www.dataid.com/bcsymbology.htm h. www.aaabarcodes.com i.

  • Page 55: Appendix E Decode Zone

    Appendix E Decode Zone The decode zones for the Cordless Ring Scanner is shown below. The minimum element width (“X Dimension” or bar code “size”) is the width in thousandths of an inch (mils) of the narrowest element (bar or space) in the symbol.

  • Page 56: Appendix F Troubleshooting

    Cordless Ring Scanner. You don’t have an application open to scan data into. SYMPTOM: When I scan a lot of bar codes very fast, the scanner locks up and won’t work for a few seconds. POSSIBLE REASONS You are scanning too fast for the...
  • Page 57 SYMPTOM: My mobile computer cannot find the CRS, and/or I get an error message saying that the scanner could not be opened or there are connection problems. POSSIBLE REASONS You are too far from the Cordless Ring Scanner. The Cordless Ring Scanner is not turned on.
  • Page 58 SYMPTOM: My Pocket PC shows an error message saying that there are insufficient device resources. POSSIBLE REASONS Some HP iPAQ Pocket PCs are not compatible with the Socket Cordless Ring Scanner. 58 | APPENDIX F TROUBLESHOOTING SOLUTION Soft reset the Pocket PC by pressing the reset button.

  • Page 59: Appendix G Technical Support

    Appendix G Technical Support If you have trouble installing or using the Socket Cordless Ring Scanner, contact Socket’s technical support department for assistance. IMPORTANT! To obtain technical support, you must first register your product online at www.socketcom.com/prodreg. After you register your product, log in and click on the Technical Support tab.

  • Page 60: Limited Warranty

    Cordless Ring Scanner: Two years Cable and adjustable wrist and finger straps: 30 days Incompatibility is not a defect covered by Socket’s warranty. During the warranty...

  • Page 61: Limited Software Warranty

    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 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 62: Regulatory Compliance

    Regulatory Compliance The Socket Cordless Ring Scanner is designed to be compliant with the rules and regulations in locations where they are sold and will be labeled as required. This product is type approved — users are not required to obtain license or authorization before using.
  • Page 63 (1) Users are not permitted to make changes or modify the system in any way, and (2) connecting external antennas to the Cordless Ring Scanner is prohibited. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operated with any other antenna or transmitter.
  • Page 64 CE Marking & European Union Compliance Products intended for sale within the European Union are marked with a CE Mark which indicates compliance to applicable Directives and European Normes (EN), as follows. Amendments to these Directives or ENs are included: Normes (EN), as follows: Applicable Directives: •...
  • Page 65 Caution: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure.” A label such as the one below should appear on the end product. Example of Class 1 Laser Warning Label For the Class 2 version of this engine, the following applies: •...
  • Page 66 Battery Warning: • Your device contains a rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery. Never throw the battery into a fire, as that could cause the battery to explode. • Never short-circuit the battery by bringing the terminals in contact with another metal object. This could cause personal injury or a fire, and could also damage the battery.
  • Page 67 No Antenna Co-location Statement: The antenna used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provided with installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Product Disposal Your device should not be placed in municipal waste.
  • Page 68 © Socket Communications, Inc. 8/2006 Printed in U.S.A.

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