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Socket SOMO 655 Release Notes And Installation Manual

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SERVICE PACK 1
SOMO® 655
Release Notes and Installation Guide
Version: 1.00.00 SP1 (build 9351)

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  • Page 1 SERVICE PACK 1 SOMO® 655 Release Notes and Installation Guide Version: 1.00.00 SP1 (build 9351)

  • Page 2: Copyright Notice

    Other than the above, Socket Mobile can assume no responsibility for anything resulting from the application of information contained in this manual. Please refrain from any applications of the SoMo 655 that are not described in this manual. Please refrain from disassembling the SoMo 655. Disassembly of this device will void the product warranty.

  • Page 3: Release Notes

    Release Notes 1. System Performance and Power Consumption (Battery life): Implemented system optimizations to improve operating performance and reduce both active and standby power consumption. b. Improved Power Plus: Reports more accurate battery life. Reduced Time-to-Scan after Suspend: < 7 seconds for all Series 5 Plug-In Scanners. 2.
  • Page 4 6. Includes the Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5 Adaptation Kit Update (AKU) 6.5.3.12.12 from Microsoft, which resolves the following issues: Several display issues in Kiosk mode: - Kiosk mode exposes the task bar under certain conditions - Kiosk mode doesn’t enable SIP when editing text boxes - Kiosk mode activates menu bar when enabling SIP - Kiosk mode enables zoom when double-tap gesture used b.

  • Page 5: Check The Sp Version Of Your Unit

    Check the SP Version of Your Unit. From the Start screen, tap on Settings | System | System Info. Tap on OS Version to view information. Service Pack version = SP1 If you need to update your SoMo with the latest Service Pack, follow the instructions for installation below.

  • Page 6: Installation Guide

    Installation Guide: STEP 1: Back up Data on the Device If you have any data on the SoMo 655, please back it up to an external location before you run the update STEP 2: Transfer the File to the Device Move the SOMO655 folder containing the ROM image files to the SoMo 655 with a microSD or CF memory card that is formatted in FAT12 or FAT16.

  • Page 7: Step 3: Install The Operating System

    STEP 3: Install the Operating System 1. Press and hold the Right Application button on your SoMo 655. 2. While holding the button, use the stylus to gently press the Reset button on the back of your SoMo 655. Keep holding the Right Application button.
  • Page 8 The Windows Embedded Handheld splash screen will appear for about 30 seconds. The Windows Welcome wizard will prompt you to set up Windows Mobile. Follow the instructions on your screen. After setting up Windows Embedded Handheld, the Today screen will appear, and the SoMo 655 will be ready to use. Today STEP 4: Verify the Upgrade Installation Prior to going the final step you may want to ensure that the upgrade has completed successfully.

  • Page 9: Step 5: Perform A Clean Boot

    Store. A clean boot also drives the processor with a hardware reset, thus clearing all system states, including the date and time. If you set a security password on the SoMo 655 and forget it, a clean boot will remove the password setting.
  • Page 10 4. The screen will go blank and the SoMo 655 will begin to revert to its factory default settings. 5. Continue to hold the three buttons for several seconds until the Socket splash screen appears and you hear the Socket jingle.

  • Page 11: Configure Mode Switch

    Configure Mode Switch The mode switch helps you extend the battery life. With Profile A set as the Active profile, the battery life can be optimized for performance during activity. With Profile B as the Background profile, the battery life can be optimized to save battery power during inactivity.
  • Page 12 Step 2 When configuring Profile A, consider this the Active profile. Set your SoMo at optimal performance speed and use this profile for getting work done. • Tap on each dropdown menu to configure settings. (See table below for settings information.) •...
  • Page 13 Default Settings Profile Profile Table 1 Options Bluetooth Discoverable Auto Suspend Enabled Disabled Volume 5 Loudest 0 Mute 10 Super Bright Screen Backlight Control 7 Normal Bright 5 Power Save 0 Backlight OFF OFF Screen Off N / A WiFi CAM (fastest) WLAN Alerts...

  • Page 14: Change Language

    Change Language The SoMo 655 can be used in any of 13 languages. Use the Change Language wizard to choose a different language for your operating system. WARNING: THIS UTILITY WILL ERASE ALL USER DATA FROM THE SOMO. It is recommended you change the language before you begin using your SoMo.
  • Page 15 Enhanced Wi-Fi Companion offers many security benefits including advanced authentication (including PEAP-GTC, EAP-TTLS, LEAP, EAP-FAST); WMM including transmit power control and CCKM; Cisco CCX 4.0 compatibility; and a Socket profile editor with advanced functionality. In the list of Getting Started wizards, tap on Set up e-WFC (recommended).
  • Page 16 When prompted, choose where you would like the software installed. Tap Install. After installation, you will be prompted to restart the SoMo. Tap OK. NOTE: If you install the software in SoMo File Store, it will remain installed after a cold boot, but not after a ROM flash.

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