Apple, Inc�, registered in the U�S� and other countries� The Bluetooth® Technology word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc� and any use of such marks by Socket Mobile, Inc� is under license� Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners�...
Optional Customization: Security Cable Attach Security Cable Step 1: Remove battery door� Step 2: Feed the string loop through the eyelet� Step 3: Pull the gimbal through the string loop� Step 4: Pull tight so the string loop is secure�...
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Mounting the S550 If your S550 came with the Security Base assembled, skip to Step 4. Step 1: Remove the screw and turn the battery door counterclockwise to unlock� Remove the S550 battery door� The battery door will not be used when using the Security Base� Step 2: Line up power button with screw hole and place S550 onto the security base�...
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Step 4: Mounting the S550 with Security Base� 1� Determine placement of the S550� 2� Remove adhesive from the bottom of the base� 3� Press the S550 down to secure� Warning: adhesive tape is very strong and once the device is placed using the tape, it will be difficult to remove�...
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Removing the Security Base Step 1: Loosen set screw from the Security Base� Step 2: Rotate S550 clockwise to unlock and separate the Security Base from the S550� Step 3: Screw on the battery door to the S550�...
Charge the Battery Charging connector The S550 must be fully charged before first use� Please allow 8 hours uninterrupted charging for the initial battery charge� The reader can be battery operated for up to 8 hours or connected to power for all day business use� Yellow Light = Charging Green Light...
Powering on/off *Power button Powering On: Press and hold down the power button until the ring light turns on and the S550 plays a melody� *Automatically turns on when plugged in to the cable�...
Reading NFC Tags Reading NFC tags and mobile passes 1� Launch your business app or Socket Mobile’s Nice 2CU app� 2� Place tag/mobile pass on top of the S550� By default, the S550 will beep and the ring light will change...
All devices mentioned below are compatible with in Reader Only, Keyboard Emulation and Reader/Writer profiles� • Android 4�0�3 & later • iPod, iPhone and iPad • Windows 10 Note: Must have an app developed with Socket Mobile Capture SDK to use in Reader Only Profile and Reader/Writer Profile.
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Connection Mode (Default) The S550 will announce the mode “Reader” 1� Open your app, wait until you hear “connected”, then you are ready to go! (Your S550 is designed to automatically connect to your app)� 2� Place your NFC tag or mobile pass on top of the S550 to read data�...
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“Reader”mode: You are in Reader Only Profile (Option 2) Use this mode if you do not have an app developed with Socket Mobile Capture SDK� 1� Download SM Keyboard by Socket Mobile from the app store� 2� Launch your app and enable SM Keyboard as the default�...
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“Keyboard”mode: You are in Keyboard Emulation Profile� Use this mode if you are using an Apple product and do not have an app developed with Socket Mobile Capture SDK� 1� Change your S550’s mode using the configuration card� (See page 13 on how to configure your S550) 2�...
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Connection Mode (Reader/Writer) The S550 will announce the mode “Coupler”� “Coupler”mode: You are in Reader/Writer Profile� (For Advanced Users) 1� Change your S550’s mode using configuration card� (See page 13 on how to configure your reader) 2� Open your app, wait until you hear “connected”, then you are ready to go! (Your reader is designed to automatically connect to your app)�...
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Quick Configuration Program your reader to switch modes or change setting� Send a request on https://www�socketmobile�com/about-us/ contact-us for configuration cards� 1� Ensure S550 is powered off� 2� Place configuration card on top of the reader� 3� Remove configuration card until you hear “Please wait” 4�...
Configuration Menu Follow the button sequence below to configure your reader� 1� Remove the battery door� 2� Enter Configuration Menu by pressing and holding Menu Button for 10s until you hear “menu”� Menu Button 3� Press the Menu Button until you advance to the desired configuration (loop if at the end)�...
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Configuration Menu Options Unpairing Factory Reset...
How to perform Factory Reset Follow the button sequence below to reset your reader� 1� Power ON� *Power button 2� Remove battery door� 3� Press and hold the menu button until you hear “Menu”� Menu Button 4� Press the menu button again then let go� You should see the ring light move to the second quadrant�...
How to replace your battery What you’ll need: • Phillips screwdriver� • Rechargeable battery� How to replace your battery: 1� Loosen screw with a screw driver� 2� Remove battery door� 3� Remove and replace battery� 4� Attach battery door and tighten screw� Battery life may vary with usage and work environment�...
Status Indicators Running on Event Power LED Battery Battery capacity Solid Green 100% Battery capacity Solid Amber Battery capacity Solid Red <10% Battery Blink Red (1 per capacity<5% second) Warning - Battery Solid Red capacity below 10% On External Event Power LED power supply Breathing Amber...
Product Specifications Specifications S550 Dimensions 2(D) x 1�5 (H) in (50�8 mm x 63�5 mm) (L x W x H) Total Mass 2�6 oz� (74g) Battery 1000 mAh Lithium Ion Polymer Charge Time 4 Hours Standby time: 16 hours Battery Life - Active Operation: 2,400 reads Per Full Note: Battery life varies depending on...
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• Peer-to-Peer (P2P) • Card Emulation Write mode is supported using the PCSC protocol over BLE� Compatibility is subject to the card type, content and authentication level� Write Mode: Please, contact Socket Mobile at https://www�socketmobile�com/ about-us/contact-us to discuss your requirements� Systems/Battery Charging...
Socket Mobile technical support at https://www�socketmobile�com/about-us/contact-us Changes or modifications of this product, not expressly approved by Socket Mobile may void the user’s authority to use the equipment� Do not charge the reader/writer using an AC adapter when operating the unit outdoors, or in the rain�...
Bluetooth Device United States FCC ID: LUBS550 Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement 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� These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation�...
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Bluetooth Device United States FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment� This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body�...
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Bluetooth Device Canada IC ID: 2925A-S550 This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s)� Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device�...
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Bluetooth Device Europe 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: Bluetooth Products: R&TTE Directive 2014/53EW...
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Bluetooth Device JAPAN Telec Marking Compliance R XXX-XXXX R XXX-XXXX Products intended for sale within the country of Japan are marked with a Telec mark, which indicates compliance to applicable Radio Laws, Articles and Amendments�...
Battery Warning Statements This device contains a rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery� Stop charging reader/writers if charging is not completed within 24 hours� Discontinue use immediately and contact us at https://www�socketmobile�com/about-us/contact-us Stop charging the battery if the reader/writer case becomes abnormally hot, or shows signs of odor, discoloration, deformation, or abnormal conditions are detected during use, charge, or storage�...
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Battery Warning Statements • Dispose of used batteries in accordance with the prevailing community regulations that apply to the disposal of batteries� • Never expose this product or the battery to any liquids� • Do not shock the battery by dropping it or throwing it� If this unit shows any type of damage, such as bulging, swelling or disfigurement, discontinue use and immediately and contact support@socketmobile�com�...
Regulatory Compliance CE MARKING AND EUROPEAN UNION COMPLIANCE Testing for compliance to CE requirements was performed by an independent laboratory� The unit under test was found compliant with all the applicable Directives, 2004/108/EC and 2006/95/EC� WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT The WEEE directive places an obligation on all EU-based manufacturers and importers to take-back electronic products at the end of their useful life�...
(1) year from the date of purchase� Product must be purchased new from a Socket Authorized Distributor or Reseller� Used products and products purchased through non-authorized channels are not eligible for this warranty support�...
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