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CF Mag Stripe Reader Card
Series 4
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  • Page 1 CF Mag Stripe Reader Card Series 4 User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Copyright Notice

    Other than the above, Socket Mobile can assume no responsibility for anything resulting from the application of information contained in this manual. Please refrain from any applications of the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card that are not described in this manual. Please refrain from disassembling the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ABLE OF ONTENTS COPYRIGHT NOTICE 1 | INTRODUCTION About the Software Package Contents System Compatibility Product Registration Accessory Software Development Kit (SDK) 2 | SETUP FOR THE SOMO 650 STEP 1: Start SocketScan STEP 2: Insert the Card STEP 3: Open Your Application STEP 4: Swipe Data into Your Application 3 | SOCKETSCAN FOR WINDOWS MOBILE Reader Settings...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    The CF Mag Stripe Reader Card can also be used with voter registration cards, health cards, and other identity documents. Sleekly designed with no cables or batteries, the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card works in the CompactFlash or PC Card slot of compatible mobile computers.

  • Page 5: Package Contents

    CD (software & manuals) handheld computer YSTEM OMPATIBILITY The CF Mag Stripe Reader Card works with computers that satisfy these minimum requirements: • Any of the following operating systems: - Windows Mobile 2003, 2003SE or 5.0 for Pocket PC - Windows Mobile 6 Classic...

  • Page 6: Software Development Kit (Sdk)

    OFTWARE EVELOPMENT The CF Mag Stripe Reader Card uses the same SocketScan software and SDK used with all Socket data collection products, which also include bar code and RFID readers. The SocketScan SDK (not included) is required for more complex applications using parsed or encrypted data.

  • Page 7: Setup For The Somo 650

    2 | S ETUP FOR THE This chapter shows how to install, configure, and use the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card on the Socket SoMo 650 handheld computer. ETUP UMMARY STEP 1: Start SocketScan. STEP 2: Insert the Card. STEP 3: Open your application.

  • Page 8: Step 1: Start Socketscan

    1. Tap Start | Programs | SocketScan folder |SocketScan. 2. Whenever SocketScan is running, either of two icons will appear appears at the bottom of the Today screen. Icon Meaning. No device detected. The CF Mag Stripe Reader Card is detected and ready to use.

  • Page 9: Step 2: Insert The Card

    4 Beeps SocketScan detects the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card. and Red No Beep Solid Green The CF Mag Stripe Reader Card is ready to swipe data. 1 Beep Momentarily OFF Successful swipe. 3 Beeps Bad swipe. No data read.

  • Page 10: Step 3: Open Your Application

    STEP 3: O PPLICATION Open the application that you want SocketScan to feed swiped data into (e.g., Excel Mobile, Notepad, etc.). Place the cursor where you want the swiped data to go. Note: If using Excel Mobile, you may want to increase the column width to fit the data. STEP 4: S WIPE ATA INTO...

  • Page 11: Socketscan For Windows Mobile

    CAN FOR INDOWS OBILE This chapter explains the application features of SocketScan software for Windows Mobile that are pertinent to the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card. EADER ETTINGS The SocketScan applet lets you specify prefix and/or suffix characters to be added automatically to swiped data, as well as sounds to indicate good reads.

  • Page 12: Dual Device Support

    UPPORT SocketScan for Windows Mobile versions 7.2.4 and later support the simultaneous use of two Socket data collection devices with the same computer. This is ideal for combining magnetic stripe and cordless barcode reading in a complete mobile POS solution.

  • Page 13: A Specifications

    PPENDIX PECIFICATIONS Physical Characteristics: L x W x H: 2.7 x 2.2 x 1.3 inches (69 x 55 x 34 mm) Total Mass: Approx. 1.6 oz (43 g) Power Consumption (with 3.3 V): Standby: 7 mA (23.1 mW) Maximum: 12 mA (39.6 mW) Environmental Conditions: Operating Temperature: +14 to +140°F (-10 to +60°C) Operating Relative Humidity: 10-90% non-condensing...

  • Page 14: B Restraining Bracket Installation

    ESTRAINING RACKET NSTALLATION for the Socket SoMo 650 handheld computer Note: Removing the screws and card slot cover of the SoMo 650 to install the retaining bracket will not void the existing warranty on a SoMo 650 device. 1. Remove the card slot cover built into the SoMo 650. Use a flat head screwdriver to pry off the two rubber screw caps on the back of the SoMo 650.
  • Page 15 3. Remove the card slot cover. 4. Insert the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card into the CompactFlash card slot at the top of the SoMo 650. Be sure to push the card all the way in. 5. Put on the Restraining Bracket and fasten it to the SoMo with screws.

  • Page 16: C Cab File Installation

    Windows Mobile Advanced Users Only! If you do not want to use the application installer to install the Socket Mobile software, you can install a CAB (cabinet) file. CAB files are available both on the installation CD and online at: http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads/...

  • Page 17: D Setup For Non Somo Pdas

    PPENDIX ETUP FOR This chapter shows how to install, configure, and use the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card on a Windows Mobile powered device other than the Socket SoMo 650. STEP 1: U NINSTALL THER CANNING OFTWARE Refer to your PDA manual for instructions on how to delete any barcode scanning or keyboard wedge software already installed in your device, including previous versions of SocketScan.
  • Page 18 The CF Mag Stripe Reader Card is detected and ready to use. STEP 4: I NSERT THE 1. Insert the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card into the CompactFlash card slot of the PDA. Be sure to insert the card all the way into the slot. Do not insert the card upside-down.
  • Page 19 STEP 5: O PPLICATION Open the application that you want SocketScan to feed swiped data into (e.g., Excel Mobile, Notepad, etc.). Place the cursor where you want the swiped data to go. Note: If using Excel Mobile, you may want to increase the column width to fit the data. STEP 6: S WIPE ATA INTO...

  • Page 20: E Setup For Windows Xp / Vista

    ETUP FOR INDOWS ISTA This chapter shows how to set up and use the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card for use with a computer running any of the following operating systems: • Windows XP Professional/Tablet PC (SP1, SP2, SP3) • Windows Vista Business/Ultimate (SP1)
  • Page 21 STEP 3: I NSERT THE 1. Insert the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card into a CF-to-PC Card adapter. 2. Insert the combined unit into the PC Card (PCMCIA) slot of your computer. 3. After you insert the card, the computer will beep twice, and the green LED on the MSR will turn on.
  • Page 22 Momentarily OFF Successful swipe. 3 Beeps Bad swipe. No data read. 3. Make sure the “CF Mag Stripe Reader Card detected” icon appears in the task tray. Icon Meaning. CF Mag Stripe Reader Card is detected and ready to use.
  • Page 23 STEP 6: O PPLICATION Start the Windows application that you want SocketScan to feed swiped data into (e.g., Excel, Notepad, etc.). Place the cursor where you want swiped data to go. Note: If using Excel, you may want to increase the width of the column to fit the data.

  • Page 24: F Socketscan For Windows Xp / Vista

    This appendix shows the application features of SocketScan for Windows XP/Vista. EADER ETTINGS Note: The CF Mag Stripe Reader Card does not need to be inserted into the computer in order to change the sound or prefix/suffix settings. 1. Click on the SocketScan icon. In the pop-up menu, click Settings.

  • Page 25: G Troubleshooting

    POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION Your mobile computer does Make sure the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card is not recognize the CF Mag inserted properly. If necessary, remove and Stripe Reader Card. reinsert. If using battery power on a Pocket PC, be sure to tap Yes if asked if you want to use battery power.

  • Page 26: H Technical Support

    PPENDIX ECHNICAL UPPORT If you have trouble installing or using CF Mag Stripe Reader Card, Socket has two technical support resources to help you. Please note that technical support is available in English only. Online Knowledge Base: Search for articles, Frequently Asked Questions or Hot Topics any time, day or night.

  • Page 27: Limited Warranty

    The returned product must be accompanied by a return material authorization (RMA) number issued by Socket or by a Socket Authorized 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 28 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 29: Regulatory Compliance

    EGULATORY OMPLIANCE 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 30 9/2009 Printed in U.S.A.

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