Socket Wand Scanner 2E User Manual

Scanner 2 wand scanner, compactflash card with attached scanner wand for pocket pc 2003/2003se, notebook computer running windows xp, tablet running windows xp tablet edition

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Wand Scanner Series 2
CompactFlash Card with Attached Scanner Wand
for:
• Pocket PC 2003/2003SE
• Notebook computer running Windows XP
• Tablet running Windows XP Tablet Edition
User's Guide

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  • Page 1 Wand Scanner Series 2 CompactFlash Card with Attached Scanner Wand for: • Pocket PC 2003/2003SE • Notebook computer running Windows XP • Tablet running Windows XP Tablet Edition User's Guide...
  • Page 2 Socket Communications requests that you refrain from any applications of the Wand Scanner 2E that are not described in this manual. Socket Communications also requests that you refrain from disassembling the CompactFlash card. Disassembly of this device will void the product warranty.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1 | I ............. 5 NTRODUCTION Overview About the Software System Requirements Package Contents Product Registration 2 | S ........7 ETUP FOR INDOWS OBILE STEP 1: Uninstall Other Scanning Software STEP 2: Install the Software STEP 3: Insert the Card STEP 4: Scan Data into a Windows Program OPTIONAL: Configure Prefix/Suffixes OPTIONAL: Configure Sounds...
  • Page 4 D | Technical Support............... 34 Limited Warranty ................36 Regulatory Compliance...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Other features of the Wand Scanner 2E include: • Automatic detection of major bar code symbologies, such as Code 39, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC, EAN, and Code 128.
  • Page 6: System Requirements

    Operation in a PC Card slot requires s PC Card adapter (available separately, SKU# AC4000-978).. Package Contents The Wand Scanner 2E package includes: • A CompactFlash or PC Card Wand Scanner 2E • An attached Welch Allyn SCANTEAM™ bar code scanner wand • The SocketScan Installation CD Product Registration Socket highly recommends that all customers register their Socket products.
  • Page 7: Setup For Windows Mobile

    2 | Setup for Windows Mobile This chapter explains how to install the Wand Scanner 2E on a Pocket PC running Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE. Setup Summary STEP 1: Uninstall other scanning software. STEP 2: Install the software. STEP 3: Insert the card.
  • Page 8: Step 1: Uninstall Other Scanning Software

    STEP 1: Uninstall Other Scanning Software Delete any bar code scanning software you may already have installed on your Pocket PC, including previous versions of SocketScan. You can uninstall either directly from your Pocket PC, or indirectly via ActiveSync. OPTION 1: Uninstall Directly from the Pocket PC 1.
  • Page 9: Step 2: Install The Software

    STEP 2: Install the Software 1. Make an active connection between your Pocket PC and a host PC. Use ActiveSync and a serial/USB/Ethernet connection cable or cradle. 2. Insert the installation CD into your host PC. 3. Use My Computer or Windows Explorer to access your CD-ROM drive. In the CD, click on SETUP.EXE.
  • Page 10 5. In the File Download screen, click Run. 6. If the Security Warning screen appears, click Run. 7. The InstallShield Wizard for SocketScan Software will begin. Follow the screens that appear to install the software. 8. When software installation is complete, disconnect the Pocket PC from the host PC.
  • Page 11: Step 3: Insert The Card

    STEP 3: Insert the Card Insert the card into your Pocket PC’s CompactFlash slot. Make sure the card is right-side up with the blue label facing up. If using a PC Card (PCMCIA) slot, first insert the card into a PC Card adapter.
  • Page 12: Step 4: Scan Data Into A Windows Program

    STEP 4: Scan Data into a Windows Program Note: For information about bar code scanning applications from third parties, visit: www.socketcom.com/solutions/ 1. Start SocketScan. Tap Start | Programs | SocketScan. Whenever SocketScan is running, either of two icons will appear in the task tray at the bottom of the Today screen: Icon Meaning.
  • Page 13 For example, try the following Code 39 bar code: 4. After a successful scan, data should appear in your document: By default, SocketScan enters a carriage return after each scan, so the cursor will advance to the next cell or line, ready to scan the next bar code.
  • Page 14: Optional: Configure Prefix/Suffixes

    OPTIONAL: Configure Prefix/Suffixes The SocketScan applet allows you to specify prefix and suffix characters to be added automatically to the data that you scan. 1. Click on the Wand Scanner icon in the task tray at the bottom of the Today screen.
  • Page 15: Optional: Configure Sounds

    OPTIONAL: Configure Sounds The SocketScan applet allows you to designate any WAV sound file to be played to indicate a successful scan. 1. Click on the Wand Scanner icon in the task tray at the bottom of the Today screen. 2.
  • Page 16: Optional: Configure Symbologies

    OPTIONAL: Configure Symbologies You can manually configure the Wand Scanner 2E to accept or ignore certain bar code symbologies and extensions. Check Appendix B, “Default Parameters,” to see if the wand is already configured for the symbology you need. Default symbologies include (partial list below): •...
  • Page 17: Setup For Windows Xp

    3 | Setup for Windows XP This chapter explains how to install the Wand Scanner 2E on a notebook computer running Windows XP or Windows XP Tablet Edition. Setup Summary STEP 1: Uninstall other scanning software. STEP 2: Install the software.
  • Page 18: Step 2: Insert The Installation Cd

    STEP 2: Insert the Installation CD Insert the SocketScan Installation CD into the CD ROM drive. STEP 3: Insert the Card 1. Make sure you are logged on as the Administrator or on an account that has Administrative rights. 2. Insert the card into a CompactFlash-to-PC Card adapter, then plug the combined unit into your computer’s PC Card slot.
  • Page 19: Step 4: Configure Windows For New Hardware

    STEP 4: Configure Windows for New Hardware 1. Make sure the installation CD is still inside your computer. 2. The first time you insert the card, the Found New Hardware Wizard will appear. In the welcome screen, select Install from a list or specific location.
  • Page 20 4. Follow the remaining instructions until installation is complete.
  • Page 21: Step 5: Install Socketscan Software

    STEP 5: Install SocketScan Software 1. Make sure the SocketScan Installation CD is still inside your computer. 2. Use My Computer or Windows Explorer to access your CD-ROM drive. In the CD, click on SETUP.EXE. 3. Follow the instructions on the host PC screen to install the software for Windows XP.
  • Page 22 4. In the File Download screen, click Run. 9. If a security warning screen appears, click Run. 10. The installation wizard will begin. Follow the instructions that appear on your screen until installation is complete. 5. After software installation, restart your computer.
  • Page 23: Step 6: Scan Data Into A Windows Program

    STEP 6: Scan Data into a Windows Program Follow these steps to use the Wand Scanner 2E to scan data into a Windows program that accepts virtual keyboard entry. For information about bar code scanning applications (available separately), email info@socketcom.com 1.
  • Page 24 4. Scan the bar code by drawing the wand tip over the code. Scanning Tips: • Move the wand gently, quickly and steadily over the bar code. • Hold the wand at a slight angle, like a pencil. • Keep the wand tip and bar code clean. For example, try the following Code 39 bar code: 5.
  • Page 25: Optional: Configure Scanning Settings

    OPTIONAL: Configure Scanning Settings The SocketScan applet allows you to specify prefix and suffix characters to be added automatically to the data that you scan. The applet also lets you designate any WAV sound file to be played to indicate a successful scan. 1.
  • Page 26 4. Select a sound for indicating successful scans, then click OK. If you want to play a .WAV file, after selecting Play .wav file, you can search through files by clicking on the Browse button. In the Select a WAV file screen, select the file you want, then click on the Open button:...
  • Page 27: Optional: Configure Symbologies

    OPTIONAL: Configure Symbologies You can manually configure the Wand Scanner 2E to accept or ignore certain bar code symbologies and extensions. Check Appendix B, “Default Parameters,” to see if the wand is already configured for the symbology you need. Default symbologies include Code 39, Code 128, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC, and EAN.
  • Page 28 Appendix A Specifications Physical Characteristics PC Card Dimensions: 3.37 in x 2.13 in x 0.197 in (85.6mm x 54.0mm x 5.0mm) System Weight (w/PC Card): 3.4 oz (86.2gm) with cable CF Type I Card Dimensions: 1.43 in x 1.69 in x 0.13 in (36.4mm x 42.8mm x 3.3mm) System Weight (w/CF Card): 3.2 oz (81.1gm) with cable...
  • Page 29: A | Specifications

    Specifications: All bar code symbols should satisfy the appropriate AIM Uniform Symbology Specification. Background Substrate: The bar code symbol should be printed on material 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 30: B | Default Parameters

    Appendix B Default Parameters Check the table below to identify symbologies and other default parameters for the Wand Scanner 2E. To program other settings, please refer the Welch Allyn 6180 Programming Menu in Adobe Acrobat PDF format at: www.socketcom.com/support/support_bar.asp Codabar...
  • Page 31 Interleaved 2 of 5 Default Interleaved 2 of 5 Enable Minimum Length 4 characters Maximum Length 6, 14 & 16 Only Disable Check Digit Required. Disable Transmit Check Char. Disable Code 2 of 5 Default Code 2 of 5 Enable Minimum Length 4 characters Maximum Length...
  • Page 32: C | Troubleshooting

    Appendix C Troubleshooting SYMPTOM: I get the “No Card Detected” icon in the task tray or task bar and can’t scan any bar codes. POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION Your mobile computer does not Make sure the card is inserted recognize the scanner. properly.
  • Page 33 SYMPTOM: The items I normally scan have multiple bar code labels. Sometimes I scan the wrong ones. POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION Items often have multiple bar code Manually configure your wand to labels that are confusing and often accept or ignore certain bar code lead to human error.
  • Page 34 Appendix D Technical Support For help on SocketScan, tap Start | Help on a Pocket PC. If you have trouble installing or using the WS2E, Socket has two technical support resources to help you. Please note that technical support is available in English only.
  • Page 35 2. Live Technical Support IMPORTANT! To obtain personal assistance from a Socket technical support engineer, you must first register your product online at www.socketcom.com/prodreg. After you register your product and log in, click on the Technical Support tab, then click New Trouble Ticket to submit an online request for technical support.
  • Page 36: 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 37: Limited Software Warranty

    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 38: Regulatory Compliance

    Regulatory Compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. This equipment is also CE EN55024:1998 and C-TICK compliant. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 39 © Socket Communications, Inc. 4/2005 Printed in U.S.A.

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