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  • Page 1 Socket ® Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) 1D Imager Models — 7Ci, 7Di, 7DiRx User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Copyright Notice

    Reproduction of the contents of this manual without the permission of Socket Mobile is expressly prohibited. Please be aware that the products described in this manual may change without notice. Feel free to contact Socket Mobile at: Socket Mobile, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    3 | SETUP FOR APPLE IOS   4 | SETUP FOR ANDROID   5 | SETUP FOR WINDOWS PC   6 | SETUP FOR SOCKET SOMO   7 | SETUP FOR BLACKBERRY APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS   APPENDIX B SAFETY AND USAGE TIPS  ...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    1 | I NTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) Series 7. The CHS is a portable handheld barcode scanner that is small, light, comfortable to use. 1D imager models of the CHS enable you to scan data from 1D barcodes into a wide variety of computers, smartphones and PDAs.
  • Page 5 YSTEM OMPATIBILITY EQUIREMENTS OMPATIBLE EVICES System Compatibility Requirements / Compatible Bluetooth HID Bluetooth SPP Support Support Devices  Windows 8, 7, Vista, XP Windows    Microsoft, Toshiba or Broadcom Bluetooth stack Windows Windows RT     Windows Windows Embedded Handheld 6.x Microsoft...
  • Page 6 By default, the CHS is set to HID mode for Keyboard devices, which requires no software installation. For better performance, Socket highly recommends that you use SPP mode or iOS mode (especially if scanning barcodes that contain a lot of data).
  • Page 7 For 7Ci: SKU# SMS03 For 7Di/7DiRx: SKU# SMS01 For more information on Socket accessories for the CHS, please visit: http://ww1.socketmobile.com/products/bluetooth-scanners/accessories-bt.aspx For more information on accessories from Taylor Made Cases, Viziflex Seels or other Socket partners, please visit: http://ww1.socketmobile.com/products/star/custom-cases.aspx CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 8 ® Socket Mobile recommends using Sani-Cloth Plus brand disposable cloth wipes as the standard disinfectant wipe for the CHS 7DiRx. For more information about the wipes, please visit: http://www.pdipdi.com...
  • Page 9 Simultaneous Use of CHS and Socket Mobile Plug-in Device on the SoMo 655 You can use the CHS and a Socket Mobile plug-in barcode / RFID / magnetic stripe reader simultaneously on a SoMo 655 handheld computer, but, you will need to run two different versions of SocketScan concurrently.

  • Page 10: Scanner Setup

    2 | S CANNER ETUP NSTALLING ATTERIES AND TTACHING THE ETHER 1. Use a coin or screwdriver to unlock and remove the battery cover. Turn the lock underneath the scanner to a horizontal position to unlock. 2. Remove the battery cover. The Bluetooth Address is printed on a label inside the battery compartment.
  • Page 11 4. If desired, attach the tether to the battery cover. Wrap the string loop around the inside part of the lock. 5. Replace the battery cover and turn the lock to a vertical position to secure it. WARNING: Installing the batteries incorrectly may damage the scanner. WARNING: Charge ONLY NiMH batteries in the CHS.
  • Page 12 5V, 2A, positive pole center Power Jack Connector 4 mm barrel  Charging cradle Optional Charging  Car charger Hardware  Mobile Power Pack (available in Americas/Asia Pac)  AC or DC adapter from Socket SoMo Purchase online at: http://ww1.socketmobile.com/products/bluetooth- scanners/accessories-bt.aspx...

  • Page 13: Setup For Apple Ios

     More efficient data communications on page for barcodes containing lots of data Socket highly recommends that you use the CHS in iOS mode (equivalent of SPP). Learn more: http://www.socketmobile.com/pdf/techbrief/socketscan-10-sdk_white-paper.pdf. The screenshots shown in this chapter may differ from your device screen depending on your device type.
  • Page 14 1: U HID M PTION SING THE To pair the CHS with your Apple device: You only need to pair the CHS with your Apple device the first time you try to connect. By default, the CHS is in HID mode for Keyboard devices. If you changed the CHS to a different mode, refer to the Command Barcodes to change it to the correct mode.
  • Page 15 3. Select Socket CHS [xxxxxx] (initially it will appear as Keyboard). The characters in brackets are the last six characters of the CHS Bluetooth Address, which is labeled inside the battery compartment. 4. A notification will inform you of a pairing request. Tap Pair. The CHS will connect to the Apple device.
  • Page 16 To scan barcodes: 1. Open your application. Place the cursor where you want to enter data. 2. Hold the CHS about 4 inches (10 cm) from the barcode and press and hold the trigger button. An aiming beam will appear for 3 seconds. Keep your hand steady while scanning. For example, try scanning the following barcode: After decoding the barcode and sending it to the computer, by default the CHS will beep once and vibrate, the LED will flash green, and the aiming beam will...
  • Page 17 The CHS can only be paired with one device at a time. To use the CHS with a different device, see Appendix F for unpairing instructions.  Simultaneous Scanning and Soft Keyboard Support: The CHS supports simultaneous use of the barcode scanner and the Apple iOS on-screen keyboard while entering data into an application.
  • Page 18 To view a selected listing of compatible iOS applications developed with SocketScan 10 SDK, please visit: http://www.socketmobile.com/appstore The SDK is available to members of the Socket Mobile Developer Program ($19.95 / year). For more information, visit: http://developer.socketmobile.com The proper setup instructions may vary depending on your application. Follow the instructions provided by your software application developer.
  • Page 19 4. Enable Bluetooth on the Apple device. A Bluetooth device search will begin. 5. Select Socket CHS [xxxxxx]. If prompted, tap Pair. The characters in brackets are the last six characters of the CHS Bluetooth Address, which is labeled inside the battery compartment.
  • Page 20 To scan barcodes: 1. In your application, place the cursor where you want to enter data. 2. Hold the CHS about 4 inches (10 cm) from the barcode and press and hold the trigger button. An aiming beam will appear for 3 seconds. Keep your hand steady while scanning. For example, try scanning the following barcode: After data is read and sent to the Apple device, by default, the CHS will beep once and vibrate, the LED will flash green, and the beam will turn off.
  • Page 21 http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/scannersettings/id456055932?mt=8 CHAPTER 3: SETUP FOR APPLE IOS...

  • Page 22: Setup For Android

     Compatible with Android 2.1 and later Socket highly recommends that you use the CHS in SPP mode. Learn more: http://www.socketmobile.com/pdf/techbrief/socketscan-10-sdk_white-paper.pdf. The instructions in this chapter are based on the Asus Nexus 7 running Android 4.2.
  • Page 23 1: U HID M PTION SING THE Compatible with devices running Android 2.2 and later that support Bluetooth HID connections for Peripheral devices. To pair the CHS with your Android device: You only need to pair the CHS with your Android device the first time you try to connect.
  • Page 24 3. Touch Home | Menu | Settings | Bluetooth. 4. Make sure Bluetooth is on. Touch Search for devices. 5. In the list of found devices, select Socket CHS [xxxxxx].
  • Page 25 The characters in brackets are the last six characters of the CHS Bluetooth Address, which is labeled inside the battery compartment. 6. The Android device will begin pairing with your CHS. The CHS will beep once when it has connected and is ready to scan barcodes. The LED will also blink blue once every 3 seconds.
  • Page 26 To scan barcodes: 1. Open your application. Place the cursor where you want to enter data. 2. Press the trigger button to scan a barcode. Make sure the aiming beam extends across the entire width of the barcode. For example, try scanning the following barcode: After decoding the barcode and sending it to the phone/tablet, by default the CHS will beep once and vibrate, the LED will flash green, and the beam will turn off.
  • Page 27 2: U SPP M PTION SING THE To install the software and configure your device: 1. If you installed barcode scanning software for your phone camera, scan this barcode to launch the SocketScan 10 Keyboard Wedge page in Play Store. Alternatively, you can open Play Store and search for SocketScan 10 Keyboard Wedge.
  • Page 28 4. After software installation, if Bluetooth is not enabled, SocketScan 10 will prompt you to turn on Bluetooth. Touch Allow. 5. You will be prompted to enable SocketScan 10 as your keyboard language. Touch Back 6. Touch Home | Apps | Settings | Language & input. 7.
  • Page 29 9. Touch Menu | Input Method. 10. Select SocketScan 10. Touch Back CHAPTER 4: SETUP FOR ANDROID...
  • Page 30 You only need to pair the CHS with your Android device the first time you try to connect. The following instructions are based on Socket EZ Pair, a feature of SocketScan 10 software. For instructions on how to connect by generating and scanning a special...
  • Page 31 4. Scan the barcode that appears at the bottom of the next screen. The CHS will beep 3 times. Tap On screen. 5. Touch 1D Scanner. 6. Scan the barcode that appears on the next screen. The CHS will beep 3 times. CHAPTER 4: SETUP FOR ANDROID...
  • Page 32 The LED will also blink blue once every 3 seconds, and the icon at the top of the screen will also change. Status Bar CHS not connected. CHS connected. Icon 14. Touch Back to close Socket EZ Pair. 15. A Socket registration icon will appear at the top of the screen. Swipe down the icon.
  • Page 33 16. In the notifications list, touch Register Scanner to open the scanner registration software. 17. Tap Yes to register the scanner or touch No to register later. 18. If you touched Yes, the Scanner Registration form will appear in your browser. CHAPTER 4: SETUP FOR ANDROID...
  • Page 34 To scan barcodes: 1. Open your application. Place the cursor where you want to enter data. 2. Press the trigger button to scan a barcode. Make sure the aiming beam extends across the entire width of the barcode. For example, try scanning the following barcode: After decoding the barcode and sending it to the phone/tablet, by default the CHS will beep once and vibrate, the LED will flash green, and the aiming beam will turn off.
  • Page 35 1. In the main screen of Scanner Settings, touch Socket CHS. 2. The screen will report the Bluetooth friendly name, scanner type, firmware version, and battery level of your CHS. To change the Bluetooth friendly name, touch Socket CHS. CHAPTER 4: SETUP FOR ANDROID...
  • Page 36 Configuration 1. In the main screen of Scanner Settings, touch Menu | Configuration. 2. In the Configuration screen, enter the appropriate settings:  Good scan beep: Select to have the CHS beep to indicate that data was successfully decoded and transmitted to the Android device. ...
  • Page 37 Symbology 1. In the main screen of Scanner Settings, touch Menu | Symbology. 2. In the Symbology screen, enable or disable the appropriate symbologies (barcode types). Enabling all possible symbologies will make the decode process slightly longer. The RSS symbology is now known as GS1 DataBar. If you would like to read UPC-A symbols, be sure to disable GS1 DataBar so that GS1 DataBar symbols don’t get mistakenly decoded.
  • Page 38 Test The Test feature reports the properties of a scanned barcode. 1. In the main screen of Scanner Settings, touch Menu | Test. 2. In the Scan Window screen, select if you would like scanned data to appear as ASCII or hexadecimal format.
  • Page 39 Language Selection To check your current language selection: 1. Open an internet browser. 2. Touch any input field to bring up the keyboard. 3. Touch and hold the keyboard key to bring up the language selection menu. Keyboard key The screen will indicate your current language selection. To change your language selection, select another language and the menu will close.
  • Page 40 10 S (SPP OCKET ETTINGS MODE ONLY In SocketScan 10, touch Menu | Settings General Settings  Enable VIN: Select this option if you want SocketScan 10 to automatically remove the barcode prefix after you scan a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). ...
  • Page 41 Data Editing – ADVANCED USERS ONLY! Data Editing enables you to configure SocketScan 10 to automatically manipulate decoded data according to your predefined parameters before entering the information into a software application. 1. In the SocketScan 10 Settings screen, touch Data Editing. 2.
  • Page 42 3. Enter a name for your new profile. Touch OK. 4. The name of your new profile will appear in the Profiles drop-down menu. Tap Edit Trigger...
  • Page 43 5. By default, your profile will apply to any barcode that is scanned. To limit your profile to only specific types of barcodes, use the fields to define the characteristics of barcodes you wish to target. Touch Save and close. 6.
  • Page 44 7. Touch Add operation. 8. Use the fields to define an operation for your profile. Touch Add this operation. Repeat as needed to add additional operations.
  • Page 45 9. Touch Import-Export to import or export a profile, which is saved as an XML file. In the next screen browse to the file location. 10. Touch Remove profile to delete a profile. In the Confirmation screen, touch OK. CHAPTER 4: SETUP FOR ANDROID...

  • Page 46: Setup For Windows Pc

    The CHS has been successfully tested in SPP mode with the Microsoft, Broadcom, and Toshiba Bluetooth stacks. CHS in SPP mode has not been tested on PCs running other Bluetooth stacks and may not work correctly. Socket highly recommends that you use the CHS in SPP mode. Learn more at: http://www.socketmobile.com/pdf/techbrief/socketscan-10-sdk_white-paper.pdf.
  • Page 47 1: U HID M PTION SING THE To prepare the CHS for pairing: You only need to pair the CHS with your computer the first time you try to connect. 1. Power on the CHS. Press and hold the small power button until the LED turns blue and the CHS beeps twice (low-high).
  • Page 48 (notification area). In the pop-up menu, click Add a Device. A device search will begin. 3. In the device list, select Socket CHS [xxxxxx] and click Next. The characters in brackets are the last six characters of the CHS Bluetooth Address, which is labeled inside the battery compartment.
  • Page 49 The CHS will beep once when it has connected and is ready to scan barcodes. The LED will also blink blue once every 3 seconds. CHAPTER 5: SETUP FOR WINDOWS PC...
  • Page 50 3. In the welcome screen, check the box My device is set up and ready to be found. Click Next. A device search will begin. 4. In the device list, select Socket CHS [xxxxxx]. Click Next. The characters in brackets are the last six characters of the CHS Bluetooth Address, which is labeled inside the battery compartment.
  • Page 51 4. In the connection wizard, select Express Mode. Click Next. A device search will begin. 5. In the device list, select Socket CHS [xxxxxx]. Click Next. The characters in brackets are the last six characters of the CHS Bluetooth Address, which is labeled inside the battery compartment.
  • Page 52 3. On the left side, under Bluetooth Tasks, click Add a Bluetooth Device. A device search will begin. 4. In the device list, select Socket CHS [xxxxxx]. 5. If a passkey is requested, enter 0000 (four zeroes). Click Pair Now.
  • Page 53 To scan barcodes: 1. Open your application. Place the cursor where you want to enter data. 2. Press the trigger button to scan a barcode. Make sure the aiming beam extends across the entire width of the barcode. For example, try scanning the following barcode: After data is read and sent to the computer, by default, the CHS will beep once and vibrate, the LED will flash green, and the beam will turn off.
  • Page 54 1. Find out if your system has a 32- or 64-bit processor. In the control panel, click System and check the System type. 2. Windows 8 or 7: Make sure you have administrative privileges to install software. 3. Access the SocketScan 10 installation file from the Socket website.  Open: http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads/data-collection/series7/ss10/ ...
  • Page 55 5. The SocketScan 10 Setup Wizard will launch. Follow it to install the software. If you are running an older version of SocketScan 10, uninstall it before proceeding with the newer installation. Make sure SocketScan 10 is not running before you start the uninstall process, and when prompted, restart your PC to complete the uninstallation.
  • Page 56 Click Ports if a suitable incoming Bluetooth COM port is not listed and you would like to add one. Also, if SocketScan Settings lists multiple COM ports, you can determine if any are already paired to a Socket Bluetooth barcode scanner and/or which one is incoming.
  • Page 57 You only need to pair the CHS with your computer the first time you try to connect. The following instructions are based on Socket EZ Pair, a feature of SocketScan 10 software. For instructions on how to connect by generating and scanning a special...
  • Page 58 6. Click 1D Scanner. 7. Scan the barcode on your screen. The CHS will beep 3 times. Click X to close Socket EZ Pair. 8. A notification balloon will inform you that a Bluetooth device is trying to connect. Click on the notification.
  • Page 59 To scan barcodes: 1. Make sure the CHS is connected to the computer, indicated by the CHS icon in the system tray. 2. Open your application. Place the cursor where you want to enter data. 3. Press the trigger button to scan a barcode. Make sure the aiming beam extends across the entire width of the barcode.
  • Page 60 1. Click on the CHS icon in the system tray. In the pop-up menu, click Socket CHS. 2. A screen will appear displaying basic information about your CHS, including the Bluetooth friendly name, scanner type, firmware, and battery level.
  • Page 61 SocketScan 10 Settings 1. Click on the SocketScan 10 icon in the system tray. In the pop-up menu, click SocketScan 10 Settings… 2. The SocketScan 10 Settings screen will appear, reporting the manufacturer of the computer’s Bluetooth stack and the computer’s Bluetooth Address. ...
  • Page 62 Scanner Settings You can access Scanner Settings only when the CHS is connected to your computer. 1. Click on the CHS icon in the system tray. In the pop-up menu, click Scanner settings… 2. The Scanner Settings screen will appear with an empty field. For the Microsoft and Broadcom (Widcomm) Bluetooth stacks, the CHS will also beep twice when in disconnects from SocketScan 10.
  • Page 63 6. The General properties screen will appear, reporting the Bluetooth friendly name, Bluetooth Address, Type of device, firmware version, and battery level. If desired, change the Bluetooth friendly name of the CHS. 7. Click on the Configuration tab. If desired, modify how the CHS confirms a good scan and/or select a specific suffix to automatically add to each instance of scanned data.
  • Page 64 Click on the Symbologies tab to modify which symbologies the CHS will be able to decode. Enabling all possible symbologies may slow the decoding process. The RSS symbology is now known as GS1 DataBar. If you want to read UPC-A symbols, disable the GS1 DataBar option so that GS1 DataBar symbols don’t get mistakenly decoded.
  • Page 65 About 1. Click on the CHS icon in the system tray. In the pop-up menu, click About… 2. The About screen will appear with SocketScan 10 version information. 3. After viewing the information, click OK to exit. CHAPTER 5: SETUP FOR WINDOWS PC...

  • Page 66: Setup For Socket Somo

    4 | S ETUP FOR OCKET This chapter explains how to install and use 1D models of the Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) Series 7 with a Socket Mobile SoMo 650 or 655 handheld computer running Windows Embedded Handheld.
  • Page 67 HID mode. 3. In the Today screen, tap on the line that lists Wi-Fi and Bluetooth status. Alternatively, press the button on the right side of the SoMo, which launches the wireless manager by default. CHAPTER 6: SETUP FOR SOCKET SOMO...
  • Page 68 5. Tap Options | Bluetooth Settings. In the Bluetooth utility, tap Add new device… Alternatively, tap Add at the bottom of the screen. 6. In the device list, tap on Socket CHS [xxxxxx]. The characters in brackets are the last six characters of the CHS Bluetooth Address,...
  • Page 69 The CHS will beep once when it has connected and is ready to scan barcodes. The LED will also blink blue once every 3 seconds. 9. The CHS will now appear in the Connected list. Tap OK. CHAPTER 6: SETUP FOR SOCKET SOMO...
  • Page 70 To scan barcodes: 1. Open your application. Place the cursor where you want to enter data. 2. Press the trigger button to scan a barcode. Make sure the aiming beam extends across the entire width of the barcode. For example, try scanning the following barcode: After data is read and sent to the computer, by default, the CHS will beep once and vibrate, the LED will flash green, and the beam will turn off.
  • Page 71 These instructions are based on the SoMo 655 with Windows Mobile 6.5 Service Pack 2. To install SocketScan 10 software on the SoMo: 1. In the Today screen, tap Getting Started. 2. Tap Set up SocketScan 10. In the next screen, tap on the link to install. CHAPTER 6: SETUP FOR SOCKET SOMO...
  • Page 72 3. Select where you would like to install the software. Tap Install. 4. Select an available Bluetooth COM port for the inbound scanner connection. Tap OK. 5. When prompted to soft reset, tap Yes.
  • Page 73 You only need to pair the CHS with your SoMo the first time you try to connect. The following instructions are based on Socket EZ Pair, a feature of SocketScan 10 software. For instructions on how to connect by generating and scanning a special...
  • Page 74 4. Tap on the SocketScan 10 icon in the task tray. In the pop-up menu, tap Socket EZ Pair. 5. Scan the barcode that appears on the screen. The CHS will beep 3 times. Tap On screen. 6. Tap 1D Scanner.
  • Page 75 The LED will also blink blue once every 3 seconds. 11. The CHS registration screen will appear. Follow the instructions to register your scanner, or click Cancel to register later. Now you are ready to scan barcodes, see instructions on the next page. CHAPTER 6: SETUP FOR SOCKET SOMO...
  • Page 76 To scan barcodes: 1. Make sure the CHS is connected to the SoMo, indicated by the CHS icon in the task tray. 2. Open your application. Place the cursor where you want to enter data. 3. Press the trigger button to scan a barcode. Make sure the aiming beam extends across the entire width of the barcode.
  • Page 77 Settings. 1. Tap on the CHS icon in the task tray. In the pop-up menu, tap Socket CHS. 2. A screen will appear displaying basic information about your CHS, including the Bluetooth friendly name, scanner type, firmware, and battery level.
  • Page 78 SocketScan 10 Settings You can only view Basic Scanner Properties when the CHS is connected to your SoMo. 1. Tap on the CHS icon in the task tray. In the pop-up menu, tap SocketScan 10 Settings… 2. A screen will appear displaying the SocketScan software settings, as well as the Bluetooth stack manufacturer and Bluetooth Address.
  • Page 79 4. After the utility has read you scanner settings, the General properties screen will appear, reporting the Bluetooth friendly name, Bluetooth Address, Type of device, firmware version, and battery level. To change the Bluetooth friendly name of the CHS, tap in the Name field. CHAPTER 6: SETUP FOR SOCKET SOMO...
  • Page 80 5. Tap on the Configuration tab. Here you can modify how the CHS confirms a good scan and/or select a data suffix to automatically add to each instance of scanned data. 6. Tap on the Symbologies tab to modify which types of barcodes the CHS will be able to decode.
  • Page 81 9. Scan a barcode that you would like information about. SocketScan will report the barcode’s symbology, data length, and data, in ASCII text or Hexadecimal format. 10. After testing a barcode, tap OK. Tap OK to exit Scanner Settings. CHAPTER 6: SETUP FOR SOCKET SOMO...
  • Page 82 About 1. Tap on the SocketScan 10 icon in the task tray. In the pop-up menu, tap About… 2. The About screen will appear, reporting information about your version of SocketScan 10. 3. After viewing the information, click OK to exit.

  • Page 84: Setup For Blackberry

    7 | S ETUP FOR LACK ERRY This chapter explains how to install and use the Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) with one of the following BlackBerry devices:  BlackBerry® Bold 9700 Smartphone running BlackBerry OS 5.0.0.714 or later. Other models have not been tested with SocketScan 10 and may require a previous software version.
  • Page 85 HID M SING THE LACK ERRY Compatible with BlackBerry PlayBook running QNX. For BlackBerry OS smartphone, see page for SPP instructions. To pair the CHS with your Android device: You only need to pair the CHS with your PlayBook the first time you try to connect.
  • Page 86 4. Make sure Bluetooth is turned ON. Tap Add New Device. 5. Tap Search. 6. In the list of found devices, select Socket CHS. 7. After they have paired and connected, the CHS will beep once.
  • Page 87 To scan barcodes: 1. Open your application. Place the cursor where you want to enter data. 2. Press the trigger button to scan a barcode. Make sure the aiming beam extends across the entire width of the barcode. For example, try scanning the following barcode: After decoding the barcode and sending it to the tablet, by default the CHS will beep once and vibrate, the LED will flash green, and the aiming beam will turn off.
  • Page 88 SPP M SING THE LACK ERRY To install the software: You can install SocketScan 10 software either by downloading directly to the smartphone or synchronizing to a host PC with BlackBerry Desktop Manager. Downloading to the Smartphone 1. Make sure your smartphone is connected to the Internet. 2.
  • Page 89 You only need to pair the CHS with your phone the first time you try to connect. The following instructions are based on Socket EZ Pair, a feature of SocketScan 10 software. For instructions on how to connect by generating and scanning a special...
  • Page 90 2. Scan this barcode to change the CHS to SPP mode. Afterwards, the CHS will beep 3 times. 3. In the Home Screen, click Manage Connections 4. Click Set Up Bluetooth. 5. Click Search. 6. In the list of found devices, click Socket CHS [xxxxxx].
  • Page 91 12. If prompted, select your CHS. 13. After they pair and connect, the CHS will beep once to confirm the connection, then beep twice to signal a disconnection. Click Menu | Close to close Socket EZ Pair. CHAPTER 7: SETUP FOR BLACKBERRY...
  • Page 92 14. SocketScan 10 will try to connect to the CHS. If asked to confirm, click Yes. The CHS will beep once when it has connected and is ready to scan barcodes. The LED will also blink blue once every 3 seconds. 15.
  • Page 93 To scan barcodes: 1. Open your application. Place the cursor where you want to enter data. 2. Press the trigger button to scan a barcode. Make sure the aiming beam extends across the entire width of the barcode. For example, try scanning the following barcode: After decoding the barcode and sending it to the phone, by default the CHS will beep once and vibrate, the LED will flash green, and the aiming beam will turn off.
  • Page 94 1. In SocketScan 10, click Menu | Scanner Settings. The CHS will disconnect from SocketScan 10 and beep twice. 2. If prompted to connect to Socket CHS, click Yes. The CHS will connect to Scanner Settings and beep once.
  • Page 95 General Scanner Info You can view Scanner info only when the CHS is connected to your smartphone. 1. In SocketScan Settings, you can access Scanner Info by clicking on the main screen. 2. Besides viewing general scanner properties, you can also place the cursor in the Scanner Name field to change the Bluetooth friendly name of your CHS.
  • Page 96 2. After entering any settings, click Menu | Save. Scanner Settings - Symbologies 1. In Scanner Settings, click Menu | Symbologies. Press the space bar to enable or disable symbologies. Enabling all possible symbologies will make the decode process slightly longer. The RSS symbology is now known as GS1 DataBar.

  • Page 97: Appendix A Specifications

    PPENDIX PECIFICATIONS Physical Characteristics Dimensions 7Ci: 129(l) x 40.1(h) x 34.6(w) mm (5.07(l) x 1.57(h) x 1.36(w) inches) 7Di(Rx): 132(l) x 45.1(h) x 37.9(w) mm (5.20(l) x 1.77(h) x 1.49(w) in.) Total Weight 7Ci: 45 g (1.6 oz) 7Di(Rx): approx. 68 g (2.4 oz)
  • Page 98 Barcode Support Symbologies Bookland EAN (ISBN / EAN-13), Chinese 2 of 5, Codabar, Code 11, Code 128, Code 39, Trioptic Code 39, Code 39 Full ASCII, Code 93, Discrete 2 of 5, GS1 DataBar (RSS), GS1-128 (UCC-128 / EAN-128), Interleaved 2 of 5, Inverse 1D, Matrix 2 of 5, MSI, UPC / EAN / JAN Vehicle Supported...
  • Page 99 About Bluetooth Range This product features a powerful Class 1 Bluetooth radio to provide the maximum possible range. As with all wireless technologies, the connection range can vary widely depending on many factors such as the brand and placement of the host device, the type and size of physical obstacles and the presence and activity level of competing radio transmissions.

  • Page 100: 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 Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner since it will reduce the radio transmission efficiency. Efficient Use For optimum performance, please make sure that there is no metal surrounding your Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner.
  • Page 101 (RF) magnetic fields in the frequency range 2400 to 2483.5 MHz. The output power of the radio transmitter is 15.75 mW. The Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner is designed to be in compliance with the RF exposure limits set by national authorities and...

  • Page 102: Appendix C Barcode Label Specifications

    PECIFICATIONS All barcode symbols/labels should satisfy the appropriate AIM Uniform Symbology Specification. Note: The CHS 7Ci, 7Di and 7DiRx can also scan barcodes on device screens. Background Substrate: The barcode symbol should be printed on material (media) that is reflective and has a matte (not glossy) finish.

  • Page 103: Appendix D Decode Zone

    PPENDIX ECODE The decode zone for the CHS 7Ci, 7Di and 7DiRx 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 104: Appendix E Command Barcodes

    Scan command barcode(s) to quickly configure the CHS 7Ci, 7Di or 7DiRx. By default, the CHS 7Ci, 7Di and 7DiRx are in HID mode as a Keyboard device. Many of the command barcodes only work with a scanner in a particular Bluetooth mode as indicated by the header row of each table.
  • Page 105 Bluetooth Connection Modes SPP Mode Configures the CHS to Serial Port Profile (SPP) mode. Required for BlackBerry, optional for Windows and Android. HID Mode (default) Configures the CHS to Human Interface Device (HID) mode. The CHS will be discoverable as a Keyboard to other Bluetooth devices. Required for Apple iOS, Mac OS.
  • Page 106 Automatic Reconnection Settings ENABLE Automatic Reconnection from CHS (default) Configures the CHS to automatically initiate a connection to the last paired computer / device after the CHS is powered on. DISABLE Automatic Reconnection from CHS Configures the CHS to wait for a computer / device to initiate a Bluetooth connection after the CHS Is powered on.
  • Page 107 The Data Suffix – For SPP or iOS Mode command barcodes above only work with Revision B or later of the CHS 7Ci! They work with all Revisions of the CHS 7Di and 7DiRx.
  • Page 108 Good Scan Indicators – For HID Mode Scan to Enable Description Scan to Disable Beep after Decoding Data (default) Good Scan Indicators — For SPP or iOS Mode Scan to Enable Description Scan to Disable Beep after decoding data (default) Beep after computer / device acknowledges a...
  • Page 109 HID Keyboard Language – For HID Mode Only Formatted Table Microsoft US – English (Default) French German Spanish The command barcodes above are for enabling Microsoft Windows Keyboard Layouts for different languages. Data Mode — For SPP Mode Only Packet Mode (default) Configures the CHS to transmit decoded data in packet format.

  • Page 110: Appendix F Special Button Sequences

    PPENDIX PECIAL UTTON EQUENCES Restoring Factory Defaults To restore the CHS to its factory defaults, do the following: 1. Power on the CHS. 2. While pressing the trigger button, briefly press and release the power button. 3. After about 15 seconds, the CHS will beep. Release the trigger button. If you performed the actions correctly, the CHS will beep 5 times and power off.

  • Page 111: Appendix G Connection Barcodes

    PPENDIX ONNECTION ARCODES If the CHS supports SPP mode for your OS, you can generate and scan special barcodes to quickly connect to a computer or device. 1. Power on the CHS. Make sure the CHS is in SPP mode. If needed, use the appropriate Command Barcode to change the scanner mode.

  • Page 112: Appendix H Troubleshooting

    PPENDIX ROUBLESHOOTING – A ENERAL ROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM When I try to scan, I aim the beam at the barcode, but no data appears on my screen, and the beam eventually turns off. POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION The scanner is too close or too far from the Practice scanning at different distances and angles so you get barcode, or at an incorrect angle accustomed to the most effective position.
  • Page 113 SYMPTOM When I scan a barcode, odd behaviors occur, such as different applications seem to be invoked in my system, and/or special characters are displayed in the application unexpectedly. POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION In HID mode, the CHS will only properly Use the SocketScan 10 SDK to develop a custom read printable ASCII characters.
  • Page 114 Make sure Bluetooth is enabled. Open SocketScan 10 launching SocketScan 10. Settings by navigating to: Your local drive:\Program Files\Socket Mobile\SocketScan 10\Bin\Windows. Click on SocketScan Settings.exe. Make sure Use keyboard wedge and Show keyboard wedge icon in task tray are selected and click OK.
  • Page 115 This is a known issue with the Microsoft Make sure the CHS is discoverable and connectable. In the Bluetooth stack in Windows Vista when Microsoft Bluetooth software, select the Socket CHS in the using a USB Bluetooth adapter. Bluetooth Bluetooth device list (its status may be “Already settings can sometimes become corrupted Connected”).
  • Page 116 You are trying to connect the CHS with an The first release of SocketScan 10 for Windows Mobile is HP iPAQ 100 or 200 series Pocket PC. only compatible with the Socket SoMo 650. Check back for HP iPAQ compatibility in future releases. SYMPTOM The Bluetooth software indicates that the CHS has connected, but when I try to scan data, it does not enter into my application.
  • Page 117 SYMPTOM When I try to use SocketScan 10 Keyboard Wedge or Scanner Settings in landscape mode, it doesn’t appear correctly. POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION This release of SocketScan 10 does not Use your device in Portrait mode and upgrade your support landscape mode for Windows SocketScan 10 software when a later release is available.
  • Page 118 ROUBLESHOOTING FOR LACK ERRY SYMPTOM When I try to enable or disable Vibrate Mode in Scanner Settings, I get error message about properties 131340 failing to complete. POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION You are using a CHS v2 scanner with SocketScan 10 is compatible only with CHS v3. Either SocketScan 10.

  • Page 119: Appendix I Technical Support

    PPENDIX ECHNICAL UPPORT If you have trouble installing or using the CHS, 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/EU_S1a.asp Online Requests: Register your product and submit a question to our Technical Support Team.

  • Page 120: Limited Warranty

    Socket’s published specifications, liquid immersion, misuse or misapplication, damages caused by an act of God, nor as a result of service or modification other than by Socket unless specifically described by Socket in product documentation. This warranty does not provide coverage for any product updates, for example updates due to design changes, except as deemed necessary by Socket and does not cover any calibration or adjustments necessary for product functionality.

  • Page 121: Socketscan Software License Agreement

    License, whether on disk, print or electronic documentation, in read only memory, or any other media, are licensed to you by Socket Mobile, Inc. for use only under the terms of this License, and Socket Mobile reserves all rights not expressly granted to you. The rights granted herein are limited to Socket Mobile Inc's and its licensors' intellectual property rights in SocketScan Software and do not include any other patents or intellectual property rights.

  • Page 122: Regulatory Compliance

    Software which does not meet Socket Mobile’s limited warranty and which is returned to Socket with a copy of your receipt. Any replacement Software will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or 30 days, whichever is longer. These remedies are not available outside of the United States of America.
  • Page 123 Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device complies with Industry Canada licence- exempt RSS standard(s).
  • Page 124 Canada Certification The marking of “IC:2394A-CHS1” on the device means: “2394A-CHS1” is the certification number, and the term “IC’ before the equipment certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. Radio Frequency Interference Requirements – Canada This Class B digital apparatus meets the requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
  • Page 125 4/2014 Printed in U.S.A.

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