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Socket In-Hand Scan Card User Manual

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In-Hand Scan Card
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• Pocket PC 2000/2002/2003
• HPC 2000s and Pen Tablets based on Windows CE
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  • Page 1 ™ In-Hand Scan Card CompactFlash Card with Integrated Bar Code Laser Scanner for: • Pocket PC 2000/2002/2003 • HPC 2000s and Pen Tablets based on Windows CE • Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP Notebooks User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction..........4 Overview About the Software Package Contents About the Light Emitting Diode (LED) Chapter 2 Setup for Windows CE ....... 6 STEP 1: Register the Card STEP 2: Uninstall Old Scanning Software STEP 3: Install the Software STEP 4: Insert the ISC into Your Device STEP 5: Start SocketScan STEP 6: Assign a Trigger Button...
  • Page 3 Appendix D Enabling or Disabling Bar Code Symbologies ......... 36 Appendix E Decode Zones ........38 Appendix F Troubleshooting ........40 Appendix G Support Resources ....... 41 Technical Support Users’ Forum Limited Warranty............42 Copyright Notice ............44 Regulatory Compliance ..........45...

  • Page 4: 4 | Chapter 1: Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The Socket In-Hand Scan Card (ISC) gives you the freedom of scanning bar codes anytime anywhere with a variety of Windows-based mobile computers. The card’s compact design lets you scan with only one hand when used with a PDA.

  • Page 5: Package Contents

    • The In-Hand Scan Card • The SocketScan Installation CD • The Socket Quick Start Guide The In-Hand Scan Card with PC Card Adapter package includes all of the above plus a Type I CompactFlash-to-PC Card adapter. About the Light Emitting Diode (LED)

  • Page 6: Chapter 2 Setup For Windows Ce

    Chapter 2 Setup for Windows CE This chapter shows how to install, configure, and use the In-Hand Scan Card (ISC) on any of the following mobile computers based on Windows CE or Windows Mobile: • Powered Pocket PC 2000/2002/2003 •...

  • Page 7: Step 1: Register The Card

    STEP 1: Register the Card Socket highly recommends that all customers register their Socket products. Registered users receive priority for technical support. Register the card online at www.socketcom.com/prodreg STEP 2: Uninstall Old Scanning Software Delete any bar code scanning software you may already have installed on your mobile computer.

  • Page 8: Step 3: Install The Software

    STEP 3: Install the Software Follow these steps for software installation BEFORE inserting the ISC. 1. Use ActiveSync and a serial/Ethernet/USB cable or cradle to make an active connection between the mobile computer and a host PC. 2. Insert the SocketScan Installation CD into your CD-ROM drive. 3.
  • Page 9 5. In the File Download screen, select the option that lets you OPEN (or run) the file from its current location. IMPORTANT! YOU MUST OPEN THE FILE! DO NOT SAVE! 6. Follow the instructions that appear on your screen until setup is done. 7.

  • Page 10: Step 4: Insert The Isc Into Your Device

    ISC the first time they are inserted after a soft reset. If this occurs in your device, read the README file on the installation CD or visit Socket’s website for instructions and fixes: www.socketcom.com/support/support_bar.asp. 10 | CHAPTER 2: SETUP FOR WINDOWS CE...

  • Page 11: Step 6: Assign A Trigger Button

    These instructions are for a Pocket PC 2000/2002/2003. 1. Go to Start | Settings | Personal | Buttons. 2. From the Button list, select a button to trigger the In-Hand Scan Card. In the Button assignment field, select SocketScan. When done, tap ok.
  • Page 12 HPC 2000 or Pen Tablet These instructions were based on a HP Jornada 720 Handheld PC 2000. The procedure for assigning a trigger key can vary from device to device. Consult your device’s user documentation if necessary. 1. Tap Start | Settings | Control Panel | HP hot keys: 2.

  • Page 13: Step 7: Scan Data Into A Windows Program

    STEP 7: Scan Data into a Windows Program If not already open, start SocketScan. You can press the trigger button to quickly launch the program. Start the Windows application that you want to receive the data (e.g., Excel, Notepad, etc.). Make sure a new document or spreadsheet is open.

  • Page 14: Optional: Select Symbologies

    The SocketScan Symbology Selector applet makes it quick and convenient to modify which symbologies you want the scanner to recognize. This feature is only available for the In-Hand Scan Card (ISC) when used in Windows CE devices. By default, SocketScan is set to recognize nine of the most common symbologies.

  • Page 15: Optional: Configure Prefix/Suffixes

    OPTIONAL: Configure Prefix/Suffixes The SocketScan Prefix/Suffix applet lets you specify prefix and/or suffix characters to be added automatically to the data you scan. This helps to further eliminate manual data entry. Tap on the ISC icon in the menu bar to launch the applet (visible in the Today screen for Pocket PCs).

  • Page 16: Optional: Run Scan Demo

    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 ISC will not decode by default.

  • Page 17: Optional: Configure Sounds

    OPTIONAL: Configure Sounds The SocketScan Sounds applet lets you choose any WAV sound file to be played to indicate a successful scan. Tap on the ISC icon in the menu bar to launch the applet (visible in the Today screen for Pocket PCs). In the pop-up menu, select Sounds...
  • Page 18 • Start SocketScan. Tap Start | Programs | SocketScan. • Insert the In-Hand Scan Card into your Pocket PC. • Open the application that you want to scan data into. Start SocketScan Trigger. Tap Start | Programs | SocketScan Trigger.

  • Page 19: Optional: Configure Special Symbologies

    OPTIONAL: Configure Special Symbologies In addition to the eighteen symbologies supported by the Symbology Selector, you can also manually configure the ISC to accept or ignore specialized bar code symbologies, extensions, and parameters. See Appendix D, “Default Parameters,” to see parameter numbers and default settings of each symbology.

  • Page 20: Chapter 3 Setup For Windows 95/98Se/Me/2000/Xp

    Chapter 3 Setup for Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP This chapter explains how to install the In-Hand Scan Card on a notebook computer running any of the following Windows versions: • Windows 98 Second Edition • Windows Me, 2000 or XP This chapter features screen images from Windows 98SE.

  • Page 21: Step 1: Register The Card

    STEP 1: Register the Card Socket highly recommends that all customers register their Socket products. Registered users receive priority for technical support. Register the card online at www.socketcom.com/prodreg STEP 2: Uninstall Old Scanning Software Delete any bar code scanning software you may already have installed on your mobile computer.

  • Page 22: Step 3: Insert The Installation Cd

    STEP 3: Insert the Installation CD Insert the SocketScan Installation CD into your CD-ROM drive. STEP 4: Insert the ISC into Your Computer Windows 2000/XP: Make sure you are logged on as the Administrator or on an account that has Administrative rights. Insert the ISC into a CompactFlash-to-PC Card adapter, then plug the combined unit into your computer’s PC Card slot.

  • Page 23: Step 5: Configure For New Hardware

    STEP 5: Configure for New Hardware 1. Make sure the installation CD is still inside your computer. 2. The first time you insert the ISC, a new hardware or device driver wizard will appear. Complete the wizard by following the appropriate instructions for your Windows version: Windows 98SE •...
  • Page 24 Windows 2000 • In the welcome screen, click Next>. • Select Search for a suitable driver for my device. • In the next screen, check Specify a location. Click Next>. • In the next screen, browse to your CD drive. Click OK. •...

  • Page 25: Step 6: Install Socketscan Software

    STEP 6: Install SocketScan Software Make sure the SocketScan Installation CD is still inside your computer. Use My Computer or Windows Explorer to access your CD-ROM drive. In the CD, click on SETUP.EXE. Follow the instructions on the host PC screen to install the software for your Windows version.

  • Page 26: Step 7: Assign A Trigger Button

    STEP 7: Assign a Trigger Button Start SocketScan. Go to Start | Programs | SocketScan. The ISC icon should appear in the task tray at the bottom of your screen. Make sure the icon indicates that the ISC was properly detected.

  • Page 27: Step 8: Scan Data Into A Windows Program

    STEP 8: Scan Data into a Windows Program Follow these steps to use the ISC to scan data into a Windows program. For information about bar code scanning applications (available separately), email info@socketcom.com 1. If not already open, start SocketScan. You can press the trigger button to quickly launch the program.

  • Page 28: Optional: Configure Prefix/Suffixes

    Optional: Configure Prefix/Suffixes The SocketScan applet lets you specify prefix and suffix characters or functions to be added automatically to the data that you scan. 1. Right-click on the SocketScan icon in the task bar at the bottom of your screen. 2.

  • Page 29: Optional: Configure Sounds

    Optional: Configure Sounds The SocketScan applet lets you choose any WAV sound file to be played to indicate a successful scan. 1. Tap on the ISC icon in the task bar. In the pop-up menu, select Settings. Click on the Sound tab. 2.

  • Page 30: Optional: Configure Symbologies

    Optional: Configure Symbologies You can manually configure the ISC to accept or ignore certain bar code symbologies and extensions. Check Appendix B, “Default Parameters,” to see if the ISC is already configured for the symbology you need. Default symbologies include Code 39, Code 128, UPC/EAN, MSI Plessey, Code 93 and Codabar.

  • Page 31: Appendix A Isc Specifications

    Appendix A ISC Specifications Physical Characteristics: CompactFlash Card Size: 1.77 x 1.68 x 0.13 in (45 x 42.8 x 3.3 mm) Laser Scanner Size: 1.97 x 1.45 x 0.83 in (36.8 x 50 x 21 mm) Total Weight: approx. 1.8 oz (51.5 g) ISC Power Consumption with Class 1 or Class 2 Laser (3.3V supply): Idle: 4 mA (13 mW) Scanning: 75 mA (248 mW)

  • Page 32: Appendix B Bar Code Label Specifications

    Appendix B Bar Code Label Specifications All bar code symbols/labels should satisfy the appropriate AIM Uniform Symbology Specification. Background Substrate: The bar code symbol should be printed on material (media) that is reflective and has a matte (not glossy) finish. A background diffuse reflectance of at least 70% to 80% is desirable for optimum contrast.

  • Page 33: Appendix C Class 1 Vs. Class 2 Laser Scanners

    September 2001. You can download a copy of this paper from: www.socketcom.com/support/learn.asp Introduction Socket now offers the popular In-Hand Scan Card (ISC) with either a Class 1 or Class 2 laser. This document describes the differences between the two devices and the appropriate applications for each.
  • Page 34 ‘blind’ the scanner’s decode system. The second difference between the Class 1 and Class 2 lasers in the Socket In-Hand Scan Card is the wavelength frequency of the laser beam. The Class 1 laser has a 670 nanometer (nm) beam common in most laser bar code scanners, while the Class 2 features a 650nm beam.
  • Page 35 – thus the decline in popularity of the much less expensive bar code contact wands seen at most retail checkout counters during the 1980’s. The higher cost of the Class 2 version of the In-Hand Scan Card is easily justified if the application requires higher scanning performance.

  • Page 36: Appendix D Enabling Or Disabling Bar Code Symbologies

    To obtain the programming bar codes, download the Programming Guide online from www.socketcom.com/support/support_bar.asp. Warning! When scanning programming bar codes with the In-Hand Scan Card, do not scan any bar codes that set communication protocols, as the ISC will be disabled and must be returned to Socket for reprogramming.
  • Page 37 Table 1. Default Symbologies and Settings of the In-Hand Scan Card Length with Symbology Default Length Symbology Selector UPC-A Enabled UPC-E Enabled UPC-E1 Disabled EAN-8 Enabled EAN-13 Enabled • Supplementals Disabled • Transmit Check Digit Enabled Bookland EAN Disabled Code 128 - All...

  • Page 38: Appendix E Decode Zones

    Appendix E Decode Zones The decode zones for the Class 1 and Class 2 lasers in the In-Hand Scan Card are 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 39 Class 2 Laser Decode Zone Source: Symbol Technologies, Inc. APPENDIX E: DECODE ZONES | 39...

  • Page 40: Appendix F Troubleshooting

    Appendix F Troubleshooting SYMPTOM: I get the “No Card Detected” icon in the task tray and can’t trigger the laser or scan any bar codes. POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION Your mobile computer does not Make sure the ISC is inserted recognize the ISC. properly.

  • Page 41: Appendix G Support Resources

    Users’ Forum If you would like to discuss the Socket In-Hand Scan Card with other customers, visit Socket’s users’ forum at: www.socketforum.com Important! Socket does NOT provide technical support via the users’ forum!

  • Page 42: 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 43 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 44: Copyright Notice

    Socket Communications requests that you refrain from any applications of the In-Hand Scan Card that are not described in this manual. Socket Communications also requests that you refrain from disassembling the CompactFlash Card. Disassembly of this device will void the product warranty.

  • Page 45: 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 46 © Socket Communications, Inc. September 2003 Printed in U.S.A.

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