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  • Page 1 ™ SoMo Durable, business-class handheld computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 Please refrain from any applications of the SoMo 650 that are not described in this manual. Please refrain from disassembling the SoMo 650. Disassembly of this device will void the product warranty.
  • Page 3 MPORTANT AFETY NSTRUCTIONS Please read and follow these safety instructions before using your device for the first time, and save them for future reference. • Keep away from extremely hot, cold or humid conditions. • Do not allow the device to get wet. •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    YNC ON YOUR ESKTOP APTOP 5: C ONNECT THE O TO THE OMPUTER 6: S ET UP CTIVE ARTNERSHIP 3 | CONTROLLING THE SOMO 650 UTTONS OLD SWITCH TYLUS DDING A EYBOARD OUSE TART NLINE ADIO ANAGER 4 | WI-FI COMPANION...
  • Page 5 2: S TART OCKET 3: I NSERT THE 4: S TART PPLICATION 5: S CAN OR APPENDICES A | SPECIFICATIONS B | RESETTING THE SOMO 650 C | UPGRADING THE FIRMWARE D | TECHNICAL SUPPORT LIMITED WARRANTY DISCLAIMER REGULATORY COMPLIANCE...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Pre-loaded with Socket Mobile device drivers and software utilities, the SoMo 650 can be deployed out of the box with a wide range of Socket Mobile data collection, network access or device connection peripherals to create a custom solution that meets your specific business requirements.

  • Page 7: Package Contents

    Screen protector kit • DC power adapter (for use in vehicles) RODUCT EGISTRATION Socket highly recommends that all customers register their Socket products. Registered users receive the following benefits: • Access to technical support • Special offers for future products and upgrades •...

  • Page 8: Socket Care Service Program

    ™ OCKET ERVICE ROGRAM SocketCare is an enhanced service program available for the SoMo 650 for an additional cost. It provides the following benefits (benefits vary with program level): • Faster turnaround for product repair or replacement • Faster response for technical support inquiries •...

  • Page 9: Hardware Features

    ARDWARE EATURES Front Wireless Status LED Messaging shortcut button (Blue/Green) – indicates 5-way navigation button Bluetooth®, Wi-Fi® Microphone Battery Status/Alarm LED Today shortcut button (Red/Green) Contacts shortcut button 3.5" TFT LCD touch screen Power button Calendar shortcut button Status Indicator LED LED Behavior Meaning Wireless...
  • Page 10 Back 1. Battery cover 2. Battery cover release 3. Speaker Left 1. Hands-free (headset/microphone) connector (lift rubber cover to access) 2. Left programmable application button (launches Voice Notes by default) 3. Hold switch 4. DC-in connector (lift rubber cover to access)
  • Page 11 Right 1. Right programmable application button (launches Radio Manager by default) Top (with card slot cover open) 1. Stylus holder and stylus 2. SD (Secure Digital)/SDIO/MMC (MultiMedia Card) slot (lift rubber cover to access) 3. CF (CompactFlash) slot (lift rubber cover to access) Bottom USB synchronization/host cable connector Soft reset button...

  • Page 12: About The Socket Mobile Software

    The Socket Mobile software listed below comes pre-loaded on the SoMo 650, along with any related device drivers. Except for Wi-Fi Companion, they all are designed for use with a Socket Mobile peripheral product, which must be purchased separately. ™...

  • Page 13: Getting Started

    1: I NSTALL THE ATTERY 1. Remove the battery cover of the SoMo 650. Press the release button on the bottom of the battery cover and use the thumb of your opposite hand to slide the battery cover off the SoMo.

  • Page 14: Step 2: Charge The Battery

    ET UP YOUR NOTE: Make sure your SoMo 650 is fully charged before proceeding. Slide the hold switch on the left side of your SoMo 650 up to the unlocked position. Turn on your SoMo 650 by pressing the small power button on the front (top right-hand corner).

  • Page 15: Step 4: Install Active Sync On Your Desktop / Laptop Pc

    APTOP NOTE: This step is not required if your computer is running Windows Vista. NOTE: Do not connect your SoMo 650 to your desktop/laptop computer until ActiveSync has been installed. NOTE: ActiveSync 4.0 or greater is required. Close any programs running on your computer.

  • Page 16: Step 5: Connect The S O M O To The Computer

    OMPUTER Plug the USB synchronization cable into the connector on the bottom of your SoMo 650. Plug the other end of the USB synchronization cable into a suitable USB port on your computer (it is recommended that you also connect the AC adapter ).

  • Page 17: Step 6: Set Up Your Active Sync Partnership

    ARTNERSHIP NOTE: For computers running Windows Vista, the Windows Mobile Device Center will appear instead. When you connect your SoMo 650 to your computer for the first time, the New Partnership wizard will automatically appear on your computer screen. NOTE: If the wizard does not automatically appear, open ActiveSync manually by clicking the Windows Start menu >...

  • Page 18: Controlling The Somo 650

    Chapter 1, “Introduction.” OLD SWITCH The hold switch located on the left side can be used to put the SoMo 650 in rest mode, so any applications or wireless connections running on your device will remain active, but the buttons and screen will be disabled in order to prevent accidental input.

  • Page 19: Stylus

    DDING A EYBOARD OUSE If you are using the SoMo 650-M, you can enter information by docking the SoMo in the cradle and using the cradle’s two USB ports to connect a keyboard and/or mouse. TART From the Start menu, you can access programs, settings and Help topics.

  • Page 20: Radio Manager

    ADIO ANAGER The Radio Manager enables you to enable/disable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. 1. Open the Radio Manager. Press the button on the right side of the SoMo 650. Alternatively, tap the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth status line in the Today screen. 2.
  • Page 21 NOTE: If you enable flight mode, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi will turn off. When you disable flight mode, the wireless radios that were previously running will turn on again . CHAPTER 3: CONTROLLING THE SOMO...

  • Page 22: Wi-Fi Companion

    Wi-Fi radio. DDITIONAL OCUMENTATION This chapter covers basic instructions for using Wi-Fi Companion on the SoMo 650. For detailed instructions, please refer to the User’s Guide available in the CD and online at: www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads/wi-fi/wi-fi-companion/ SEFUL INKS Download software updates from: ww.socketmobile.com/support/downloads/wi-fi/wi-fi-companion/...

  • Page 23: Turning On The W I -F I Radio

    URNING ON THE ADIO Wi-Fi Companion automatically launches after you turn on the Wi-Fi radio. 1. Open the Radio Manager. Press the button on the right side of the SoMo 650. Alternatively, you can tap on the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth status line in the Today screen.
  • Page 24 3. The Wi-Fi status icon will appear at the top of the screen. The icon varies based on your connection status. Tap on the icon to view the main screen of Wi-Fi Companion. To view the different versions of the icon, please refer to the chart on the next page.

  • Page 25: Main Screen Of W I -F I Companion

    CREEN OF OMPANION The screen content varies depending on your connection status. Wi-Fi status icon. Tap to access this screen from outside the utility. Your device properties. • Device name • IP address Valid IP address. Tap to access email, •...

  • Page 26: W I -F I Finder

    INDER The Wi-Fi Finder displays a list of WLAN networks found in range. To access the Wi-Fi Finder, tap on the large tower icon in the bottom right corner of the main screen of Wi-Fi Companion. Tap to filter the list by type.

  • Page 27: Finding And Connecting To Awlan

    WLAN. If the WLAN uses 802.1x, WPA or WPA2, you need to install authentication certificate(s) before you can connect. Refer to the Wi-Fi Companion User’s Guide for instructions on the Socket Mobile certificate utility. 1. In the main screen of Wi-Fi Companion, tap on the tower icon, or tap Tools | Wi-Fi Finder.
  • Page 28 3. If Wi-Fi Finder cannot find your WLAN because its SSID (network name) is hidden, tap New at the bottom of the screen. A wizard will launch to help you create a profile for your network. Complete the wizard, entering the security settings obtained from your network administrator.
  • Page 29 5. After a profile is saved, if the WLAN is in range, the SoMo will automatically try to connect to it. To connect to another network in the list, tap and hold your stylus on the WLAN. In the pop-up menu, tap Connect. CHAPTER 4: WI-FI COMPANION...

  • Page 30: Socketscan And Connect!Agent For Cordless Bar Code Scanners

    DDITIONAL OCUMENTATION This chapter covers basic instructions for using SocketScan and Connect!Agent on the SoMo 650 with a Socket Mobile cordless bar code scanner. For detailed instructions, please refer to the User’s Guide available in the CD and online at: www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads/datacollection/...

  • Page 31: Socketscan Icons

    SocketScan Icons The icon indicates whether SocketScan is connected to your Socket Mobile cordless bar code scanner and is ready to read data. The icon appears at the bottom of the Today screen. Icon Meaning No Socket Mobile data collection device detected.

  • Page 32: Step 1: Prepare The Scanning Hardware

    2: E NABLE ORDLESS CANNING 1. Tap Start | Settings | System tab | Socket Scanner Settings. 2. Tap on the CS tab at the bottom of the screen. Check Enable Cordless Scanner support. 3. Tap ok to save your changes.

  • Page 33: Step 3: Connect Scanner To S O Mo

    3: C ONNECT CANNER TO 1. If using the CRS, put on the scanner. Refer to the CRS manual for instructions. 2. Turn on your bar code scanner. Refer to your scanner manual for instructions. 3. Tap Start | Programs | SocketScan folder | SocketScan. SocketScan will launch, running in the background.

  • Page 34: Step 4: Start Application

    4: S TART PPLICATION 1. Start the application that you want to enter data into (e.g., Excel Mobile). From the Today screen, tap Start | Programs and select your program. 2. Make sure a document, spreadsheet or form is open in your program. 3.

  • Page 35: Step 5: Scan Bar Codes

    5: S ODES 1. Press the trigger button to scan a bar code. Please refer to your scanner manual for the correct technique. When data is read, it should appear in your document. Depending on which scanner you have, it may also beep, or the LED may change colors to indicate a successful scan.

  • Page 36: Socketscan For Plug-In Scanners And Readers

    SocketScan software sends data from your Socket Mobile bar code scanner, RFID reader or magnetic stripe reader into any application running on the SoMo 650. This lets you use Socket Mobile data collection peripherals without having to program custom applications. The software comes pre- loaded on the SoMo 650.

  • Page 37: Step 1: Assign A Trigger Button

    1: A SSIGN A RIGGER UTTON NOTE: This step is NOT required for the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card 4E. NOTE: For the CF RFID Reader-Scan Card 6M/6P, multiple trigger buttons need to be assigned. Please refer to your RFID card manual for instructions.

  • Page 38: Step 3: Insert The Card

    3: I NSERT THE 1. Open the slot cover at the top of the SoMo 650, then insert the card into the appropriate slot. Make sure the card is right side up. Do not insert the card upside-down or force the card in too hard.

  • Page 39: Step 4: Start Application

    4: S TART PPLICATION 1. Start the application that you want to enter data into (e.g., Excel Mobile). From the Today screen, tap Start | Programs and select your program. 2. Make sure a document, spreadsheet or form is open in your program. 3.

  • Page 40: Step 5: Scan Or Read Data

    5: S CAN OR Scanning/RFID : Press the trigger button to scan a bar code or read an RFID tag. Please refer to your scanner manual for the correct technique. Mag Stripe: Swipe a magnetic stripe card through the slot, with the magnetic stripe face down.
  • Page 41 2. When data is read, it should appear in your document. Depending on which scanner/reader you have, it may also beep, or the LED may change colors to indicate a successful scan. By default, the cursor automatically advances to the next cell or line, ready for the next scan/read.

  • Page 42: A Specifications

    White LED backlight Audio Headset Jack: 2.5mm, 4-ring type, support for both Voice & Stereo music Mono 0.5W speaker Omni-directional Connectors SoMo 650 DC-in (5V, 1A) USB synchronization/host cable connector Cradle Docking connector DC-in (5V, 3A) USB synchronization cable connector...

  • Page 43: Appendices A | Specifications

    .NET Compact Framework v2.0 Windows Media Player 10.2 Mobile ActiveSync Client v4.x ™ Socket Mobile Wi-Fi Companion ™ Socket Mobile SocketScan ™ Socket Mobile Connect!Agent Socket Mobile Modem Utilities Socket Mobile Ethernet Utilities Socket Mobile Serial I/O Utilities APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS...

  • Page 44: B | Resetting The Somo 650

    NOTE: If you set a security password on the SoMo and forget the password, a clean reset will remove the password setting. To perform a clean reset: Press and hold the Left Programmable Application Button, the Calendar and Contacts shortcut buttons on your SoMo 650.
  • Page 45 While holding the three buttons, using the tip of your stylus, lightly press the Reset button inside the hole on the bottom of your SoMo 650. It is recommended that you hold the SoMo 650 in your left hand. Press the left programmable action button with your left thumb and the two shortcut buttons with your left index and middle finger.

  • Page 46: D | Technical Support

    Continue to hold the three until a splash screen appears with the Socket logo and starts blinking. After the Socket Mobile Splash Screen starts blinking, release the three buttons and follow the onscreen instructions.

  • Page 47: C | Upgrading The Firmware

    “EBOOT,” then for it to count down to zero before releasing. The firmware upgrading process will begin. CAUTION: DO NOT PRESS ANY BUTTONS WHILE THE UPGRADE IS IN PROGRESS. Once the upgrade is complete, the SoMo 650 will reboot normally. APPENDIX F: TROUBLESHOOTING...

  • Page 48: Technical Support

    To access SOS, please visit: www.socketmobile.com/support/faq/ Technical Support If you have trouble installing or using the Socket Cordless Ring Scanner, contact Socket’s technical support department for assistance. IMPORTANT! TO OBTAIN TECHNICAL SUPPORT, YOU MUST FIRST REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ONLINE AT: www.socketmobile.com/support/support/new...

  • Page 49: 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 50: Disclaimer

    WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED BY LAW, SOCKET DOES NOT ASSUME ANY PRODUCT LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF, OR IN CONNECTION WITH, THE APPLICATION OR USE OF ANY PRODUCT OR...
  • Page 51 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 52: Regulatory Compliance

    EGULATORY OMPLIANCE FCC: Part 15, Class B CE: EN RoHS and WEEE compliant Electrical Safety EN60950, UL, CUL EMI / RFI Wi-Fi Alliance Certification Bluetooth Certification (BQB test), Bluetooth QD ID B012762 USB IF Test Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 Logo Test Certification EU/International: EN301 489-1, -17 EN61000-4-2: 1995, ESD ±...

  • Page 53: Industry Canada Statement

    For body worn operation, this device has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with the Socket Mobile accessories supplied or designated for this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines."...

  • Page 54: European Union Notice

    European Union Notice: Radio products with the CE marking comply with the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC), the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms: •...
  • Page 55 2/2008 Printed in U.S.A.

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