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  • Page 1 ® ™ Socket Bluetooth Cordless Ring Scanner Series 9 User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Copyright Notice

    Mobility Friendly are registered trademarks or trademarks of Socket Mobile, Inc. Bluetooth and the Bluetooth logos are trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to Socket Mobile, Inc. All other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective holders.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ABLE OF ONTENTS COPYRIGHT NOTICE 1 | INTRODUCTION BOUT THE OFTWARE YSTEM OMPATIBILITY EQUIREMENTS NCLUDED TEMS ATTERY HARGER RODUCT EGISTRATION CCESSORIES ™ OCKET ERVICE ROGRAM RODUCT IAGRAM ABLE INGER TRAP AFETY TATUS NDICATOR S AND EEPS DVANCED ROGRAMMING UIDE 2 | HARDWARE PREPARATION AC A SSEMBLING THE DAPTER...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    1 | I NTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Socket Bluetooth Cordless Ring Scanner (CRS) Series 9. This wearable device provides hands-free barcode scanning to boost productivity in warehousing, inventory control, shipment tracking, and other data capture applications. The Bluetooth CRS features a durable design that is IP54 compliant, with an exclusive ®...

  • Page 5: Included Items

    RIM BlackBerry: The Socket Bluetooth CRS works with the BlackBerry Storm, Bold, Curve, and Pearl Smartphones. Nokia: The Socket Bluetooth CRS works with the Nokia E61, E61i, and E71 Smartphones. Other devices running Symbian OS 9.1 or later may be supported.

  • Page 6: Socket Care Service Program

    ™ OCKET ERVICE ROGRAM SocketCare is an enhanced service program that supports deployments of the Bluetooth CRS with faster technical support, faster repair and replacement, and the option for full coverage. For more information, please visit: http://www.socketmobile.com/socketcare RODUCT IAGRAM Right Trigger Button Left Trigger Button Ring Unit Good Read LED...

  • Page 7: Status Indicator Leds And Beeps

    TATUS NDICATOR S AND EEPS Ring Unit LED LED Activity Meaning Good Read Data successfully scanned and sent to host device (Green LED) Wrist Unit LEDs LED Activity Meaning Power button pressed Bluetooth 1 blink per Status Bluetooth radio is on, no connection second 1 blink every 3 (Blue LED)

  • Page 8: Hardware Preparation

    2 | H ARDWARE REPARATION Note: The battery charger and AC adapter are sold separately, SKU# AC4048-1143. AC A SSEMBLING THE DAPTER The AC adapter for the Bluetooth CRS charger comes with plugs for USA, Europe, and Australia. 1. Insert the appropriate plug for your region into the AC adapter.
  • Page 9 Charging the You can charge the battery directly in the charger or after installing battery it in the wrist unit. You can charge a wrist unit and spare battery simultaneously. • When inserting a battery directly into the charger, make sure the metal contacts of the battery touch those inside the charger.

  • Page 10: Assembling And Putting On The Bluetooth Crs

    SSEMBLING AND UTTING ON THE LUETOOTH STEP 1: Insert plastic clip into slot and gently push down. Repeat on other side. Attach finger strap to ring unit. Important! Do not twist the clips during insertion or removal! Note: To remove, grasp a clip and gently pull out. Repeated removal may distort the post and make it unusable.
  • Page 11 Wrist Strap AC4028-711 Velcro Strips AC4030-713 Leather Strap Kit AC4022-704 Note: To ensure best performance, cables should be replaced periodically. Socket recommends replacement of cables after 90 days of use or sooner depending on the work environment. CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE PREPARATION...

  • Page 12: Setup For Windows 7, Vista Or Xp

    INDOWS ISTA OR This chapter explains how to install and use the Socket Bluetooth Cordless Ring Scanner (CRS) with a Bluetooth enabled computer running Windows 7, Vista or XP. Note: Before you begin the instructions in this chapter, please charge and install the battery, as explained in Chapter 2, “Hardware Preparation.”...
  • Page 13 STEP 1: U NINSTALL THER CANNING OFTWARE Remove any barcode scanning software already installed in your computer, including previous versions of SocketScan. 1. Make sure the software is not running. 2. Make sure you are logged into an administrative account. 3.
  • Page 14 Windows Logo testing. • Windows Vista: Click Install this driver software anyway. • Windows XP: Click Continue Anyway. 8. After software installation, restart your computer. 9. Icons for SocketScan and Socket CS Connect will appear on your desktop.
  • Page 15 OMPUTER Refer to your Bluetooth hardware/software documentation for instructions. 1. If using an add-on Bluetooth card or adapter, such as the Socket Scanning Companion USB Bluetooth adapter, plug it into your computer. 2. Start your computer’s Bluetooth software. For some computers, the software will automatically launch after you turn on the Bluetooth radio.
  • Page 16 • Windows 7: Your computer will automatically search for Bluetooth devices in range and report found devices. 4. After the device search, select Socket CRS [xxxxxx] Note: The characters in brackets are the last 6 characters of the Bluetooth Device Address, which is labeled under the wrist unit.
  • Page 17 7. Complete the wizard and note the necessary COM port number(s): IMPORTANT! • FOR SCENARIO 1, NOTE THE OUTGOING COM NUMBER. • FOR SCENARIO 2, NOTE BOTH COM NUMBERS. • FOR SCENARIO 3, NOTE THE INCOMING COM NUMBER. • Windows Vista/XP: In the last screen of the wizard, note the COM port number(s) and click Finish.
  • Page 18 3. In the Add New Connection Wizard, select Custom Mode and click Next. The computer will search for Bluetooth devices in range. 4. In the list of found devices, select Socket CRS [xxxxxx]. Tap Next. Note: The characters in brackets are the last six characters of the Bluetooth Device Address, which is labeled under the wrist unit.
  • Page 19 9. Select another COM port. If desired, check Auto Connect. Click Next. WARNING! Do not select a COM port that is used by another device on your system! IMPORTANT! FOR SCENARIO 1 OR 2, REMEMBER WHICH COM NUMBER YOU CHOSE! THIS IS THE LOCAL COM-CLIENT COM NUMBER. 10.
  • Page 20 Bluetooth serial device. 3. After the device search, select the Bluetooth CRS, which will appear as Socket CRS [xxxxxx]. Note: The characters in brackets are the last 6 characters of the Bluetooth Device Address, which is labeled under the wrist unit.
  • Page 21 Local Service and Client Application, then unpair the devices. Refer to the documentation for your Bluetooth hardware/software for full instructions. 6. Open the Bluetooth Configuration utility. Identify the COM ports assigned to the scanner. Note the COM port numbers listed in the Client Applications tab and Local Services tab.
  • Page 22 STEP 7: C ONFIGURE CANNER ETTINGS 1. Click the SocketScan icon at the bottom of the screen. 2. In the pop-up menu, click Settings. Note: Alternatively, click Start | Control Panel | SocketScan Settings. Note: If the Settings option does not appear, click Start | Control Panel | SocketScan Settings.
  • Page 23 The remaining fields are optional for any of the scenarios: • Good read indication on CS: Select how you would like the scanner to indicate that it has successfully read data. • Auto re-connect: Select the maximum number of attempts and time limit per attempt for the scanner to reconnect to the computer in case they move out of range from each other.
  • Page 24 SCENARIO 1: 1. Double-click on the Socket CS Connect icon on your desktop. Note: After you configure Bluetooth hardware settings in SocketScan, the Connect CS option lets you connect to the scanner directly from SocketScan, instead of manually through Bluetooth software.
  • Page 25 3. Click on the CS tab. Select Enable ActivePairing. For Port, select the Incoming (Microsoft) or Local COM-Server (Toshiba) or Local Services (Broadcom) COM port. Click Advanced. 4. Select Permanent Pair. Click Change. 5. Check the box Permanent Pair. Click OK. Click Close. Note: After you set up the Permanent Pair, future connections can be initiated by simply powering on the scanner.
  • Page 26 SCENARIO 3: 1. Find out the Bluetooth address of your computer. • Your Bluetooth configuration utility should report the address. • If you are using an add-on Bluetooth card or adapter, it may be labeled on the device. 2. Use barcode software or a barcode generating website like http://www.idautomation.com/java/linearservlet.html http://www.barcoding.com/upc to print the following barcode:...
  • Page 27 STEP 9: A SSEMBLE AND UT ON THE LUETOOTH If you have not done so already, assemble and put on the scanner, as explained in Chapter 2. STEP 10: O PPLICATION 1. Start the Windows application that you want to enter scanned data into. Make sure a document or spreadsheet is open.
  • Page 28 • Failure to reconnect will cause the scanner to end auto-reconnect mode and disconnect. You will then be required to make a connection manually through SocketScan by clicking on the Socket CS Connect icon on the desktop. • A manual connection will also be required if the scanner is not powered back on or does not return back in connection range within 3 minutes after a disconnection.
  • Page 29 CANNER ETTINGS 1. The SocketScan Settings utility opens to the General tab. 2. Adjust any settings as desired: Good read notification sound: Select a sound to indicate successful reads of data. By default, your computer will beep. If instead you would like your computer to play a sound file (.WAV), select Play a .WAV file and click Browse to select the file.
  • Page 30 2. Check the symbologies you wish to enable. Uncheck those you wish to disable. Click OK. Notes: • Socket does not recommend enabling all possible symbologies. Doing so will make the decode process slightly longer. • The RSS symbology has been renamed to GS1 DataBar.
  • Page 31 DVANCED CANNER ETTINGS 1. In SocketScan Settings, click on the CS tab. 2. In the CS screen, click Advanced. 3. The Advanced Settings screen will appear, reporting the current Bluetooth friendly name assigned to the Bluetooth CRS. If desired, select a setting and click Change.
  • Page 32 • Friendly Name: Enter a new friendly name and click OK. The letters ‘CRS’ must be included in the name. IMPORTANT! If you want to also use the Bluetooth CRS with a Socket SoMo 650 or other Windows Mobile powered device, make sure the friendly name includes the string “CRS”.
  • Page 33 EMOTE RIGGER UTTON The SocketScan utility enables you to assign one of your computer’s function keys to trigger the Bluetooth CRS. 1. In SocketScan Settings, click on the Trigger tab. 2. Select the function key you would like to use to remotely trigger the Bluetooth CRS.
  • Page 34 UPPORT SocketScan versions 6.4.2 and later support the simultaneous use of two Socket data collection devices from the same PC. SocketScan can capture data from one cordless scanner at a time. Simply connect or plug in each device as you normally would. The functionality of each device is the same.

  • Page 35: Setup For The Somo 650

    4 | S ETUP FOR THE This chapter explains how to install and use the Socket Bluetooth Cordless Ring Scanner (CRS) with any version of the Socket SoMo 650 handheld computer. Note: Before you begin the instructions in this chapter, please charge and install the battery, as explained in Chapter 2, “Hardware Preparation.”...
  • Page 36 STEP 1: C HECK OFTWARE ERSIONS Note: This step is required only if you want to set up your SoMo for ActivePairing (Scenario 2 or 3). SOCKETSCAN: Tap on the SocketScan task tray icon. In the pop-up menu, tap About. SocketScan versions 7.4.2.0 and later support ActivePairing.
  • Page 37 STEP 3: E NABLE ORDLESS CANNER UPPORT 1. Go to the Today screen by tapping Start | Today. 2. Tap the SocketScan icon at the bottom of the screen. In the pop-up menu, tap Settings. 3. The Scanner Settings utility will appear. Tap on the CS tab at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 38 STEP 4: T URN ON THE LUETOOTH Press and hold the small power button on the left side of the wrist unit until you hear 2 beeps (low – high). Power button Note: For more information on beeps and LEDs, see page 10. After you turn on the Bluetooth CRS, it will have the following sequence of Bluetooth modes until it connects to a computer: Time after turning on scanner...
  • Page 39 - If the device previously connected to a Bluetooth CRS, Connect!Agent will search for the default device. 4. Tap to select your Bluetooth CRS and tap ok. Note: To help you identify the Bluetooth CRS, Connect!Agent reports the Bluetooth Device Address, which is labeled on the bottom of the wrist unit. The characters in brackets are the last six characters.
  • Page 40 SCENARIO 2: After the SoMo connects to the scanner, you can set up a Permanent Pair. 1. Complete the steps described above for Scenario 1. 2. While the scanner is connected to the computer, tap on the SocketScan icon. In the menu, tap Settings. 3.

  • Page 41: Code 128

    SCENARIO 3: 1. Find out the Bluetooth address of your SoMo 650. Tap Start | Settings | System Info | Wireless Info. 2. Use barcode software or a barcode generating website like http://www.idautomation.com/java/linearservlet.html http://www.barcoding.com/upc to print the following barcode: IMPORTANT! FORMAT THE BARCODE IN THE SYMBOLOGY CODE 128! ActivePairing Barcode Sample...
  • Page 42 STEP 6: A SSEMBLE AND UT ON THE LUETOOTH If you have not done so already, assemble and put on the scanner, as explained in Chapter 2. STEP 7: O PEN YOUR PPLICATION 1. Start the application that you want to enter scanned data into. Make sure a document or spreadsheet is open.
  • Page 43 SocketScan Auto-Reconnect The scanner will disconnect if it is powered off or moves out of the connection range. If the scanner is powered back on or returns back in range within 3 minutes after disconnection, SocketScan will automatically attempt re-connection. •...
  • Page 44 For convenience, you can tap Disable All to disable all and select the ones you want. Tap ok. Note: • Socket does not recommend enabling all symbologies. Doing so will slightly lengthen the decode process. • To scan Vehicle Identification Number barcodes, select VIN. SocketScan will disregard extra characters added by vehicle manufacturers and only output the VIN.
  • Page 45 CANNER ETTINGS 1. Tap on the SocketScan icon. In the menu, tap Settings. 2. The Prefix/Suffix screen will appear. If desired, enter characters to append to each scan (128 character maximum, only ASCII printable characters). Note: The default suffix is a carriage return. Besides characters listed on the screen, other characters can be typed or entered using the format \nnn, where nnn = ASCII character 001 - 255.
  • Page 46 CAUTION: Selecting this option will disable the Auto Power Off mode and can result in complete discharge of the CRS battery. Use with caution. • Advanced: When the scanner is connected, the Advanced button appears. If desired, tap to configure advanced settings (configurable only with the Bluetooth CRS v3).
  • Page 47 Scan Demo makes it easy to determine the symbology and other properties of barcodes supported by the Bluetooth CRS. This is useful if you encounter a barcode that the scanner will not decode by default, so you know which symbology to enable in Symbology Selector. 1.
  • Page 48 EVICE UPPORT SocketScan 7.2.4 and later supports the simultaneous use of a Bluetooth scanner and a Socket plug-in magnetic stripe or RFID reader. Simply connect or plug in each device as normal. Each device will function normally. No extra configuration is required.

  • Page 49: Setup For Non-Somo Pdas

    Note: Before you begin the instructions in this chapter, please charge and install the battery, as explained in Chapter 2, “Hardware Preparation.” ONNECTION PTIONS For Windows-based computers, the Socket Bluetooth CRS offers three different connection options to fit different work environments. Scenario How Bluetooth...
  • Page 50 SocketScan. OPTION 1: Uninstall Directly from the Pocket PC 1. Make sure the barcode scanning software is not running, and no Socket data collection products are connected to the PDA. 2. Tap Start | Settings. Tap on the System tab or Control Panel.
  • Page 51 STEP 3 I NSTALL OCKET CAN AND ONNECT GENT IMPORTANT! IF YOU WANT TO USE ACTIVEPAIRING (SCENARIO 2 OR 3), YOU MUST INSTALL THESE SOFTWARE VERSIONS: • SOCKETSCAN 7.4.2.0 OR LATER • CONNECT!AGENT 1.3.XX OR LATER Download the latest software free from http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads ADVANCED USERS: Refer to the README file for CAB installation instructions.
  • Page 52 Firefox: • In the file opening dialog, click Save File. • Firefox will download the file. • In the Downloads list, next to SocketScanCE.exe, click Open. • In the warning dialog, click OK to continue. 6. The installation wizard will automatically begin. Follow the wizard to install the software.
  • Page 53 STEP 4 S TART OCKET Tap Start | Programs | SocketScan folder |SocketScan. After you start SocketScan, an icon will appear in the task tray at the bottom of the Today screen. Icon Meaning SocketScan is not ready to connect to the Bluetooth (red circle) SocketScan is ready to connect to the Bluetooth CRS (blue circle)
  • Page 54 STEP 6 T URN ON THE LUETOOTH Press and hold the small power button on the left side of the wrist unit until you hear 2 beeps (low – high). Power button Note: For more information on beeps and LEDs, see page 10. After you turn on the Bluetooth CRS, it will have the following sequence of Bluetooth modes until it connects to a computer: Time after turning on scanner...
  • Page 55 - If the device previously connected to a Bluetooth CRS, Connect!Agent will search for the default device. 4. Tap to select your Bluetooth CRS and tap ok. The scanner will appear as Socket CRS [xxxxxx], where the characters in brackets are the last 6 characters of the Bluetooth Device Address. Bluetooth...
  • Page 56 SCENARIO 2: After the PC connects to the scanner, you can set up a Permanent Pair. 1. Complete the steps described above for Scenario 1. 2. While the scanner is connected to the computer, tap on the SocketScan icon. In the menu, tap Settings. 3.
  • Page 57 6. After connecting, the Bluetooth CRS will beep once, and the Bluetooth Status LED of the Bluetooth CRS will blink once every 3 seconds. The SocketScan icon will also change to a ring icon. Note: After disconnecting from a PDA (by turning of the scanner), you can easily connect to a different PDA by scanning the Initiator Barcode customized for that PDA.
  • Page 58 • If no data is read in a few seconds, the laser will turn off, and you must try again. SocketScan Auto-Reconnect The scanner will disconnect if it is powered off or moves out of the connection range. If the scanner is powered back on or returns back in range within 3 minutes after disconnection, SocketScan will automatically attempt re-connection.
  • Page 59 For convenience, you can tap Disable All to disable all and select the ones you want. Tap ok. Note: Socket does not recommend enabling all symbologies. Doing so will slightly lengthen the decode process. Note: To scan Vehicle Identification Number barcodes, select VIN. SocketScan will disregard extra characters added by vehicle manufacturers and only output the VIN.
  • Page 60 CANNER ETTINGS 1. Tap on the SocketScan icon. In the menu, tap Settings. 2. The Prefix/Suffix screen will appear. If desired, enter characters to append to each scan (128 character maximum, only ASCII printable characters). Note: The default suffix is a carriage return. Besides characters listed on the screen, other characters can be typed or entered using the format \nnn, where nnn = ASCII character 001 - 255.
  • Page 61 4. Tap on the CS HW tab. Enter the following settings: • Good Read Indicator: Select how you want the Bluetooth CRS to indicate that it has successfully read data. • Battery Level: When the Bluetooth CRS is connected, a progress bar displays this advanced feature.
  • Page 62 Scan Demo makes it easy to determine the symbology and other properties of barcodes supported by the Bluetooth CRS. This is useful if you encounter a barcode that the scanner will not decode by default, so you know which symbology to enable in Symbology Selector. 1.
  • Page 63 EVICE UPPORT SocketScan 7.2.4 and later supports the simultaneous use of a cordless scanner and Socket plug-in magnetic stripe or RFID reader. Simply connect or plug in each device as normal. Each device will function normally. No extra configuration is required.

  • Page 64: Setup For Rim Blackberry

    ETUP FOR LACK ERRY This chapter explains how to install and use the Socket Bluetooth Cordless Ring Scanner (Bluetooth CRS) with a RIM BlackBerry® Storm™, Bold™, Curve™ or Pearl™ Smartphone. Before you begin the instructions in this chapter, make sure you have installed the batteries (and tether, if desired), and charged the scanner, as described in Chapter 2, “Hardware Setup.”...
  • Page 65 STEP 1: I NSTALL OCKET OFTWARE This User’s Guide covers two methods for installing SocketScan software: downloading to the smartphone and synchronizing with a desktop PC. Downloading to the Smartphone 1. Make sure your smartphone is connected to the Internet. 2.
  • Page 66 4. Your smartphone will begin searching for Bluetooth enabled devices in range. 5. In the list of found devices, click Socket CRS [xxxxxx]. The characters in brackets are the last 6 characters of the Bluetooth Device Address, which is printed on a label under the wrist unit.
  • Page 67 3. Your smartphone will begin searching for Bluetooth enabled devices in range. 4. In the list of found devices, click Socket CRS [xxxxxx]. The characters in brackets are the last 6 characters of the Bluetooth Device Address, which is printed on a label under the wrist unit.
  • Page 68 7. After the smartphone connects to the Bluetooth CRS, the picture on the main screen of SocketScan will change to indicate the connection. A progress bar will also display the battery level of the Bluetooth CRS. STEP 6 A SSEMBLE AND UT ON THE LUETOOTH If you have not done so already, assemble and put on the scanner, as explained in...
  • Page 69 STEP 7: S ATA INTO PPLICATION 1. Press the trigger button and aim your finger at the barcode. The red laser beam should cover the entire width of the barcode. For example, try scanning the barcode below: 2. After a successful scan, the Bluetooth CRS will beep, the LED will flash green, laser will turn off, and data will appear in your application.
  • Page 70 YMBOLOGY ELECTOR The feature makes it easy to modify which symbologies you want the scanner to recognize. By default, the scanner is set to recognize several of the most common symbologies. You can configure symbologies only when the Bluetooth CRS is connected to your smartphone.
  • Page 71 CS B ONDING This option lets you eliminate the need to enter the passkey every time you connect. 1. In the SocketScan menu, click CS Bonding. 2. In the dialog, click Bond with CS. 3. A dialog will direct you to enter the passkey the next time you connect to suppress the passkey prompt in the future.

  • Page 72: Setup For Nokia

    STEP 6: Open your application. STEP 7: Scan data into your application. Application Features Symbology Selector Scanner settings Device bonding Note: Revisions A and B of version 1 of the Socket Bluetooth Cordless Ring Scanner are not compatible with the Nokia E71.
  • Page 73 STEP 1: I NSTALL OCKET OFTWARE This User’s Guide covers two methods for installing SocketScan software: downloading to the smartphone and synchronizing with a desktop PC. Downloading to the Smartphone 1. Make sure the smartphone is connected to the Internet. 2.
  • Page 74 4. Your smartphone will begin searching for Bluetooth enabled devices in range. 5. In the list of found devices, click Socket CRS [xxxxxx]. The characters in brackets are the last 6 characters of the Bluetooth Device Address, which is printed on a label under the wrist unit.
  • Page 75 When the scanner is connected, the main screen of SocketScan will report the scanner’s battery level. 8. Send SocketScan to the background. In the main screen of SocketScan, select Options | Send to background. 9. The main menu of the smartphone will appear. SocketScan will continue running in the background, maintaining the connection to the Bluetooth CRS.
  • Page 76 STEP 7: S ATA INTO PPLICATION 1. Press the trigger button and aim your finger at the barcode. The red laser beam should cover the entire width of the barcode. For example, try scanning the barcode below: 2. After a successful scan, the scanner will beep, the LED will flash green, laser will turn off, and data will appear in your application.
  • Page 77 YMBOLOGY ELECTOR Note: By default, the scanner reads several of the most common symbologies. You can use this feature only when the scanner is connected to the phone. 1. In the main screen of SocketScan, select Options | Settings. 2. In the screen that appears, check the symbologies you wish to enable. Uncheck those you wish to disable.

  • Page 78: A Specifications

    Operating System Support: • Windows Mobile 2003, 2003SE, 5.0 for Pocket PC /Pocket PC Phone Edition • Windows Mobile 6 Classic/Professional • Windows CE.NET for Intermec CK3 (contact Socket technical support for information) • Windows 7, Vista, XP • RIM BlackBerry OS for Curve, Bold, Pearl, Storm smartphones •...
  • Page 79 • Microsoft Bluetooth stack for Windows XP and Windows Vista • Toshiba 4.00.34, 5.00.06F or later Note: Additional Bluetooth stacks may be compatible but have not been tested by Socket. 2005 Sunrise Date Compliant Scanning Characteristics Barcode Symbologies Decoded: Code 39, UPC/EAN/JAN, MSI, Code 128, Code...
  • Page 80 device, the type and size of physical obstacles and the presence and activity level of competing radio transmissions. In range testing of the Bluetooth CRS while connected to a variety of typical host devices with Class 2 radios, functional connection distances from 18 to over 100 feet have been experienced depending on the environment.

  • Page 81: B Scanning, Safety And Usage Tips

    PPENDIX CANNING AFETY AND SAGE Scanning Tips Practice to determine the best scanning angle and distance for your type of barcode. Scan Angle For best results, position the scanner at an angle to the barcode, at least 15° from perpendicular. Otherwise, light can bounce back into the scanner and “blind” the sensing mechanism.
  • Page 82 Socket technical support (see Appendix H). • Treat the product with care. Keep in a clean and dust-free place. • Changes or modifications of the product, not expressly approved by Socket, may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 83 Washing Instructions for Wrist Strap, Finger Strap and Wrist Unit Case Machine wash cold with like colors. Tumble dry low. Do not bleach. Do not dry clean. Do not iron. Driving RF energy may affect some electronic systems in motor vehicles, (e.g., car stereo, safety equipment, etc.).

  • Page 84: C Barcode Label Specifications

    PPENDIX ARCODE ABEL PECIFICATIONS All bar code symbols/labels should satisfy the appropriate AIM Uniform Symbology Specification. Background Substrate: The barcode 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 85: D Enabling Or Disabling Symbologies

    This may make the decoding process slightly longer. • The advanced symbology parameters listed in Table 2 can only be modified by using the SocketScan Advanced Programming Guide or the SocketScan SDK. Check the Socket Mobile website for updates. Table 1. Default Symbologies...
  • Page 86 Table 2. Other Symbology Parameters Symbology Parameters Scanner Default UPC/EAN/JAN Supplementals Disabled Transmit Check Digit Enabled Bookland EAN Disabled Decode UPC/EAN Supplementals Ignore UPC/EAN Supplemental Redundancy Seven Transmit UPC-A Check Digit Enabled Transmit UPC-E Check Digit Enabled Transmit UPC-E1 Check Digit Enabled Convert UPC-E to A Disabled...

  • Page 87: E Decode Zone

    PPENDIX ECODE The decode zones for the Bluetooth Cordless Ring Scanner is shown below. The minimum element width (“X Dimension” or barcode “size”) is the width in thousandths of an inch (mils) of the narrowest element (bar or space) in the symbol. The figures shown are the typical scanning distances (depths of field) for selected barcode sizes.

  • Page 88: F Restoring Factory Defaults

    PPENDIX ESTORING ACTORY EFAULTS To restore the Bluetooth CRS to its factory defaults, do the following: 1. Turn on the assembled Bluetooth CRS – the ring scanner must be attached. 2. Press and hold both the left and right trigger buttons. 3.

  • Page 89: G Special Scanner Behaviors

    PPENDIX PECIAL CANNER EHAVIORS Special Bluetooth Modes for ActivePairing If the Bluetooth CRS is in ActivePairing mode and has unsuccessfully tried to connect to the computer 20 times (indicated by 2 long beeps with the same tone), the Bluetooth CRS will change to acceptor mode, with the following sequence of Bluetooth modes: Time after 2 long beeps Bluetooth mode...

  • Page 90: H Troubleshooting

    PPENDIX ROUBLESHOOTING For help on SocketScan for Windows Mobile, tap Start | Help on a Pocket PC. To search the Online Knowledge Base for articles, Frequently Asked Questions or Hot Topics, please visit: http://support.socketmobile.com/faq SYMPTOM: I get the “No Scanner Detected” icon and can’t trigger the laser or scan any barcodes.
  • Page 91 SYMPTOM: My computer cannot find the Bluetooth CRS, and/or I get an error message saying that the scanner could not be opened or there are connection problems. POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION The Bluetooth COM port listed in Review Chapter 3, Step 5 of this User SocketScan Settings is incorrect.
  • Page 92 In the Microsoft Bluetooth corrupted after the computer suspends and software, select add new device, then resumes. select the existing Socket CRS in the Bluetooth device list (its status may be shown as “Already Connected”), and click Next. When prompted, re-enter the passkey.

  • Page 93: I Technical Support

    PPENDIX ECHNICAL UPPORT If you have trouble installing or using the Bluetooth CRS, Socket has different support options to help you. Online Knowledge Base: Search for articles, Frequently Asked Questions or Hot Topics 24 hours a day. http://support.socketmobile.com/faq Online Requests: Register your product and submit a question to our Technical Support Team.

  • Page 94: Limited Warranty

    The returned product must be accompanied by a return material authorization (RMA) number issued by Socket or by an authorized Socket Service Center. If you ship the product, you must use the original container or equivalent and you must pay the shipping charges to Socket.
  • Page 95 SOFTWARE, even if Socket has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Because some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, the above limitation may not apply to you.

  • Page 96: Regulatory Compliance

    2. In the unlikely event that there is electronic interference between this system and other wireless transmitters, quickly change the location of operation or stop operating the unit (cease signal transmission). 3. If other electrical interference or related problems occur, contact Socket technical support http://support.socketmobile.com/ Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and Industry Canada Radio Standard RSS 210.
  • Page 97 Control Equipment, Part 3: Radiated Electromagnetic Field Requirements. LASER DEVICE: The Socket barcode scanning product(s) described in this User’s Guide contain a Symbol SE955 scan engine with a Class 2 laser, for which the following applies: • Complies with 21CFR1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.
  • Page 98 Example of Class 2 Laser Warning Label THE LASER WARNING APPEARS INSIDE THE LEFT TRIGGER BUTTON OF THE RING UNIT. 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. •...
  • Page 99 4/2010 Printed in U.S.A.

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