Secure Digital Scan Card
Series 3
User’s Guide
11/2009 Document # 6410-00206 Q
COPYRIGHT NOTICE
Copyright © 2009 Socket Mobile, Inc. All rights reserved.
Socket, the Socket logo, Battery Friendly, SocketScan, SoMo and Business Mobility
Now! are registered trademarks or trademarks of Socket Mobile, Inc. All other brand
and product names are trademarks of their respective holders.
The Secure Digital Scan Card includes technology licensed under United States
Patent No. 5,902,991.
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.
39700 Eureka Drive
Newark, CA 94560-4808
USA
Other than the above, Socket Mobile can assume no responsibility for anything
resulting from the application of information contained in this manual.
Socket Mobile requests that you refrain from any applications of the Secure Digital
Scan Card that are not described in this manual. Please refrain from disassembling
the card. Disassembly of this device will void the product warranty.
You can track new product releases, software updates and technical bulletins by
visiting the Socket Mobile website at: http://www.socketmobile.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
COPYRIGHT NOTICE 2
1 | INTRODUCTION 4
PRODUCT VERSIONS 4
ABOUT THE SOFTWARE 4
SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY REQUIREMENTS 4
PACKAGE CONTENTS 5
PRODUCT REGISTRATION 5
ACCESSORY 5
2 | SETUP FOR THE SOMO 650 6
STEP 1: ASSIGN A TRIGGER BUTTON 7
STEP 2: START SOCKETSCAN 10
STEP 3: INSERT THE CARD 10
STEP 4: OPEN YOUR APPLICATION 11
STEP 5: SCAN DATA INTO YOUR APPLICATION 11
3 | SOCKETSCAN FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 12
SYMBOLOGY SELECTOR 12
SCANNER SETTINGS 13
FLOATING TRIGGER 15
DUAL DEVICE SUPPORT 17
APPENDICES
A PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 18
B BARCODE LABEL SPECIFICATIONS 22
C USAGE TIPS 23
D SETUP FOR WINDOWS MOBILE (NON SOMO) 24
E SETUP FOR PALM OS 27
F TROUBLESHOOTING 31
G TECHNICAL SUPPORT 33
LIMITED WARRANTY 34
ISCLAIMER 34
D
L
IMITED SOFTWARE WARRANTY 35
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE 36
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1 | INTRODUCTION
The Socket Secure Digital Scan Card (SD Scan Card)
Series 3 gives you the freedom of scanning barcodes
anytime anywhere into a Socket SoMo 650 handheld
computer or other PDA running Windows Mobile or
Palm OS.
The SD Scan Card is a small and sleek device with no
cables or batteries. You can scan barcodes with only
one hand, letting you collect data with maximum
ease and efficiency.
PRODUCT VERSIONS
The SD Scan Card is available in two versions:
Version Performance Level Scanner Type Types of Barcodes Read
3E2 Entry-Level Class 1 Laser 1D
3P Performance Class 2 Laser 1D
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BOUT THE SOFTWARE
SocketScan™ keyboard wedge software enters scanned data directly
into any Windows Mobile or Palm OS program as if it were manually
For software updates, please visit: http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads
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YSTEM COMPATIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Windows Mobile:
• Any of the following Windows Mobile versions:
o Windows Mobile 6 Classic/Professional
o Windows Mobile 2003, 2003SE or 5.0 for Pocket PC/Pocket PC Phone Edition
• SDIO slot
• Installation requires a host computer with ActiveSync or the Windows Mobile
Device Center, available free from the Microsoft website
• Windows Mobile 2003/SE devices require bSQUARE SDIO Now! software in ROM
typed. No custom programming is required to use the scanner.
SocketScan Trigger for Windows Mobile gives you an alternative
method of triggering the scanner in case you don’t want to or can’t use
a hardware button on your Pocket PC. SocketScan Trigger puts an icon
on your screen that you can tap to trigger the scanner.
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Palm OS:
• Palm OS 5.2 or greater
• SDIO slot
PACKAGE CONTENTS
• Secure Digital Scan Card
• Installation CD containing software and user documentation
• Booklets containing warranty and copyright information
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Socket highly recommends that all customers register their products. Registered
users receive priority for technical support and can choose to receive special offers
for future products and updates and the latest new product information. Register
your product online at http://support.socketmobile.com/
ACCESSORY
Socket has a FlexGuard silicone cover for the SD Scan Card for use with the
Motorola/Symbol MC35 (sold separately). It protects both the scanner and the
device. http://www.socketmobile.com/products/accessories/flexguard-mc35/
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HAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 5
2 | SETUP FOR THE SOMO 650
This chapter explains how to install and use the SD Scan Card
with any version of the Socket SoMo 650 handheld computer.
SETUP SUMMARY
STEP 1: Assign a trigger button.
STEP 2: Start SocketScan.
STEP 3: Insert the card.
STEP 4: Open your application.
STEP 5: Scan data into your application.
Note: SocketScan software comes pre-loaded on the SoMo 650, thus installation is
not required. However, if you wish to install a more recent version of SocketScan,
you can download it free from: http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads
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STEP 1: ASSIGN A TRIGGER BUTTON
Note: Alternatively, you can use the SocketScan Trigger software to set up a soft
trigger on the SoMo screen. See Chapter 3.
Windows Mobile 6 Service Pack 4 or later
1. In the Today screen, tap Getting Started.
2. In the list, tap Set up Data Capture Triggers.
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3. In the next screen, tap LEFT or RIGHT in the ”Barcode to…” line to assign the
button on the left or right side of the SoMo as the barcode scanner trigger.
Note: The “RFID to…” options do not apply to the CompactFlash Scan Card..
4. The SoMo will configure the trigger button and send a confirmation message to
your inbox.
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Windows Mobile 5 or 6 (prior to Windows Mobile 6 Service Pack 4)
1. Tap Start | Settings | Buttons.
2. Select a button to trigger the CF Scan Card. In the drop-down menu, select
SocketScan. When done, tap ok.
IMPORTANT! Be sure to select SocketScan. Do not select the programs Socket Read
RFID, Socket Read Barcode or Socket Trigger Select, which are not for the CF Scan
Card.
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STEP 2: START SOCKETSCAN
1. Tap Start | Programs | SocketScan folder | SocketScan.
Note: Alternatively, you can press the trigger button to start the program.
2. When SocketScan is running, a SocketScan icon will appear at the bottom of the
Today screen.
Icon Meaning
SD Scan Card detected. SocketScan is ready for barcode scanning.
No scanner detected. The scanner is either missing or improperly inserted.
STEP 3: INSERT THE CARD
1. Open the card slot cover on top of the SoMo and insert the SD Scan Card into the
SD card slot.
Be sure to insert the card all the way into the slot.
Do not insert the card backwards.
Do not push the card in too hard, or you can damage the card or the card slot of
the SoMo.
Note: To remove the SD Scan Card, push it completely into the slot. After the card springs
back, you can safely remove the card. Do not pull the card out without pushing first, or
you can damage the connector the next time you insert a card.
2. Make sure the SocketScan icon changes to indicate that the scanner is detected.
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STEP 4: OPEN YOUR APPLICATION
Open the application that you want SocketScan to feed scanned data into (e.g.,
Excel, Notepad, etc.). Place the cursor where you would like data from the next scan
to go.
STEP 5: SCAN DATA INTO YOUR APPLICATION
1. Press the assigned trigger button and scan the barcode. Make sure the aiming
beam covers the entire width of the barcode.
When data is read, a beep will sound, and the scanner beam will turn off. If the
SD Scan Card fails to read data within a few seconds, the scanner beam will turn
off, and you must try again.
Note: For tips on scanning technique, please refer to Appendix E.
Note: If your device enters sleep mode when SocketScan is running, press the ON
button to initialize the scanner and resume operation.
2. After a successful scan, data should appear in your document. By default, the
cursor will advance to the next line, ready for the next scan.
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3 | SOCKETSCAN FOR WINDOWS MOBILE
This chapter explains how to install and use the SD Scan Card with any version of the
Socket SoMo 650 handheld computer.
SYMBOLOGY SELECTOR
The applet makes it easy to modify which symbologies you want the scanner to
recognize.
1. Tap on the scanner icon
at the bottom of the Today screen. In the pop-up
menu, select Symbology Selector...
2. In the screen that appears, check the symbologies you wish to enable. Uncheck
those you wish to disable. Tap ok.
Notes:
• Socket does not recommend enabling all possible symbologies, because it will
slightly lengthen the decode process.
• If you want to scan Vehicle Identification Number barcodes, select VIN.
• If you want to scan UPC-A barcodes but not GS1 Databar barcodes, Socket
recommends that you disable GS1 DataBar support to prevent UPC-A barcodes
from being misread as GS1 Databar.
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SCANNER SETTINGS
The SocketScan configuration utility lets you specify prefix and/or suffix characters
to be added automatically to the data you scan, as well as sounds to indicate a good
read.
1. Tap on the SDSC scanner icon
at the bottom of the Today screen. In the
pop-up menu, select Settings...
Note: You can configure prefix/suffixes and sounds whether or not the SD Scan
Card is inserted.
2. In the Prefix/Suffix screen, enter the characters you want to be appended to each
scan (128 character maximum).
Note: The default suffix is a carriage return. Only printable ASCII characters can
be used as prefixes or suffixes.
Note: If you scan barcodes into Word Mobile, the first letter of each prefix will be
capitalized.
3. Tap on the Sound tab.
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4. In the screen that appears, select a sound for indicating successful scans.
To you want to play a .WAV file, after selecting Play .wav file, you can search
through files by tapping the browse box. In the Open screen, tap on the file you
want:
Note: You can only select
a WAV file from the My
Documents folder. If
needed, copy the file you
need to this folder.
5. After making all your scanner setting selections tap ok.
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FLOATING TRIGGER
If you find it inconvenient or impossible to assign or use a hardware button to
trigger the scanner, you can install this virtual trigger button that “floats” on top of
the active application.
1. Make sure to do all of the following before using SocketScan Trigger:
• If you are not using the SoMo, install SocketScan Trigger from the installation
CD. The software must be installed separately from SocketScan.
• Start SocketScan. Tap Start | Programs | SocketScan.
• Insert the SD Scan Card into your Pocket PC.
• Open the application that you want to scan data into.
2. Tap Start | Programs | SocketScan Trigger.
3. The floating trigger button will appear on your screen on top of the active
application.
Drag from the title bar to move the trigger button to a convenient place on the
screen.
Tap the trigger button to activate the scanner.
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4. A SocketScan Trigger icon will also appear in the menu bar of the Today screen.
Tap this icon to open a pop-up menu with the following options:
• Tap Scan Now to activate the scanner as if you had tapped the trigger
button.
• Tap Remove Floating Trigger to remove the trigger button from the screen
but keep the icon handy on the task bar. To restore the trigger button, tap on
the menu bar icon. In the pop-up menu, tap Launch Floating Trigger.
• Tap About to view SocketScan Trigger version information.
• Tap Close SocketScan Trigger to close the application completely. From this
state, the SocketScan trigger can only be launched from the Programs page.
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DUAL DEVICE SUPPORT
SocketScan for Windows Mobile versions 7.2.4.0 and later support the simultaneous
use of two Socket data collection devices with the same computer.
Note: SocketScan can capture data from only one cordless scanner at a time.
Simply connect or plug in each device you plan to use as you normally would.
The functionality of each device is the same, and no extra configuration is required.
You can configure each device separately. In the SocketScan menu, tap on the
appropriate device to configure its settings.
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APPENDIX A
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RODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Physical Characteristics:
Dimensions
Total Weight
Environmental Characteristics:
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Relative Humidity
Ambient Light
Power Consumption (3.3V supply):
Standby
Scanning
Operating System Support:
Windows Mobile OS
Palm OS 5.2 or greater
Compatibility: Windows COM port
Barcode Symbology Support
3E2/3P
66.5 x 29.4 x 20.0 mm
17 g (0.6 oz)
+32 to +122°F (0 to +50° C)
-40 to +158°F (-40 to +70°C)
5% to 95% non-condensing
Sunlight: 10,000 ft. candles (107,640 lux)
Artificial light: 450 ft. candles (4,844 lux)
4 mA (13 mW)
90 mA (297 mW)
6 Classic/Professional
5.0 for Pocket PC/Pocket/PC Phone
2003/2003SE for Pocket PC/Pocket PC Phone with BSQUARE SDIO
Now! software in ROM
:
Bookland EAN, Chinese 2 of 5, Codabar, Code 11, Trioptic Code 39,
Code 39 Full ASCII, Code 93, Code 128, Discrete 2 of 5, GS1-128
(UCC-128/EAN-128), GS1 DataBar (RSS), ISBN, ISBT 128, Code 39,
Interleaved 2 of 5, MSI Plessey, UPC/EAN (UPC-A, UPC-E, UPC-E1,
EAN-13, EAN-8, UCC/EAN-128), VIN
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Scanner Performance:
Scan Repetition Rate
Optical Resolution
Print Contrast
100 scans/sec (bidirectional)
0.004 in. minimum/barcode element width (X Dimension)
Minimum 25% absolute dark/light reflectance (MRD) measured at
650 MRD
Scan Angle
Decode Distance*
Wide (default): 47° ±3°, Narrow: 35° ±3°
3E2: 3.8 to 27 cm (1.5 to 10.5 inches) typical
3P: 3.8 to 114+ cm (1.5 to 45+ inches) typical
*Depends on symbol density, symbology, W-N Ratio, label media, and scan angle)
LED/Laser Safety:
3E2: IEC60825-1 Class 1 laser
3P: IEC60825-1 Class 2 laser
Interface Standard:
Secure Digital I/O
Certification:
FCC: Part 15, Class B
CE:EN55024:2003
ICES-003 Class B
CISPR 22
AS 3548
C-TICK: s.182
RoHS
21CFR1040.10
21CFR1040.11
Software Included:
Universal Installer
SocketScan keyboard wedge software for Windows Mobile and Palm OS
Socket Floating Trigger for Windows Mobile
Decode Zones:
The decode zones for the SD Scan Card are shown in the following pages. 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. The maximum usable length of a barcode symbol (Width of Field) at
any given range is also shown below.
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SD Scan Card 3E2: Class 1 Laser (Entry Level) Decode Zone
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SD Scan Card 3P: Class 2 Laser Decode Zone
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APPENDIX B
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ARCODE LABEL SPECIFICATIONS
All barcode 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. Retro-reflective media should be used to obtain
decode distances greater than 36 inches.
Ink Color and Type:
The inked bars should not exceed 25% reflectance at the wavelength that is being
used for reading, whether printed with black ink or colored ink. The reflectance
value should not vary more than 5% within the same character.
Voids and Specks:
The code should be printed clearly, free of voids, specks, blemishes and lines that
could “fool” the scanner. Specks or blemishes in the white spaces, or false or
missing bar sections could be interpreted by the reading equipment as part of the
code. Generally, the width of such flaws is more serious than the height. Code
symbols/ labels should be rejected if these defects are present.
Definition:
The bars in the barcode symbol should be well defined. Their edges should not be
rough or fuzzy, so that the bars and spaces have the proper widths intended for the
barcode symbology used.
Contrast:
Background reflectance (that of the substrate on which the codes are printed)
should always provide a good contrast relative to the ink reflectance (that of the
code bars). The difference between the two should be at least 37.5% at the
wavelength used for reading.
Tolerance:
The ratio of the widths of bars and spaces in a barcode symbol must conform to the
appropriate AIM barcode specifications and can cause problems if not correct
throughout the barcode. Problems can occur when bar edges are smeared or rough,
or when they exhibit voids.
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APPENDIX C
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SAGE TIPS
Practice to determine the best scanning angle and distance for your type of bar code.
Aiming Beam
Aim the scanner so that the red beam covers the entire width of the bar code.
Scan Angle
For best results with the laser-based SD Scan Card, position the scanner at an angle to
the bar code, at least 15° from perpendicular. Otherwise, light can bounce back into
the scanner and “blind” the sensing mechanism.
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APPENDIX D
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ETUP FOR WINDOWS MOBILE
This chapter explains how to install and use the SD Scan Card in a Windows Mobile
powered device from a manufacturer other than Socket.
1: UNINSTALL OTHER SCANNING SOFTWARE
STEP
Uninstall any barcode scanning software already on your PDA, including previous
versions of SocketScan. You can either uninstall directly from your PDA, or indirectly
with synchronization software. Please refer to your PDA manual for instructions.
2: INSTALL SOCKETSCAN SOFTWARE
STEP
ADVANCED USERS: Refer to the README file for CAB installation instructions.
1. Use a serial/USB cable or cradle and the appropriate synchronization software to
make an active connection between your device and a host PC.
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.
4. The SocketScan Setup Center will appear in your web browser. Read the first
page and click Installation in the left margin.
5. In the SocketScan Installation page, in the Windows CE section, click Install in
the first paragraph.
6. Your web browser will present a series of dialogs.
Internet Explorer:
• In the File Download –Security Warning dialog, click Run.
• In the second warning dialog, click Run. Internet Explorer will download the
file.
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.
7. The installation wizard will automatically begin. Follow the wizard to install the
software.
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8. If your device warns that the software comes from an unknown publisher, tap
Yes to continue installation.
9. When installation is complete, remove the device from the cradle. Soft reset the
device by pressing the reset button.
IMPORTANT! Soft reset your device, or some icons will not appear properly.
STEP 3: ASSIGN A TRIGGER BUTTON
Refer to your PDA manual for complete instructions.
Note: Alternatively, you can use the SocketScan Trigger software to set up a soft
trigger on the screen. See Chapter 3.
1. Tap Start | Settings | Buttons.
2. From the Button list, tap to select a button to trigger the SD Scan Card. In the
drop-down menu, select SocketScan. When done, tap ok.
4: START SOCKETSCAN
STEP
1. Tap Start | Programs | SocketScan.
Note: Alternatively, you can press the trigger button to start the program.
2. Make sure the “Scan Card detected” icon appears at the bottom of the Today
screen.
Icon Meaning
SD Scan Card detected. SocketScan is ready for barcode scanning.
No scanner detected. The scanner is either missing or improperly
inserted.
5: INSERT THE SD SCAN CARD
STEP
1. Insert the card into your device’s SDIO slot. Make sure the card is positioned
correctly. Do not insert the card upside-down or force the card in too hard.
Be sure to insert the card all the way into the slot.
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Do not insert the card backwards.
Do not push the card in too hard, or you can damage the card or the card slot of
your PDA.
Note: To remove the SD Scan Card, push the card completely into the slot. After the card
springs back, you can safely remove the card. Do not pull the card out without pushing
first, or you can damage the connector the next time you insert a card.
2. Make sure the
SocketScan icon changes to indicate that the SD Scan Card is detected.
STEP 6: OPEN YOUR APPLICATION
Open the application that you want SocketScan to feed scanned data into (e.g.,
Excel, Notepad, etc.). Place the cursor where you would like data from the next scan
to go.
STEP 7: SCAN DATA INTO YOUR APPLICATION
1. Press the assigned trigger button and scan the barcode. Make sure the aiming
beam covers the entire width of the barcode.
When data is read, a beep will sound, and the scanner beam will turn off. If the
SD Scan Card fails to read data within a few seconds, the scanner beam will turn
off, and you must try again.
Note: For tips on scanning technique, please refer to Appendix E.
Note: If your device enters sleep mode when SocketScan is running, press the ON
button to initialize the scanner and resume operation.
2. After a successful scan, data should appear in your document. By default, the
cursor will automatically advance to the next line, ready for the next scan.
Note: For information on the application features of SocketScan, please refer to
Chapter 3.
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APPENDIX E
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ETUP FOR PALM OS
Note: The instructions in this chapter were based on a Tungsten T running Palm OS
5.0. The instructions for your device may differ.
1: UNINSTALL OTHER SCANNING SOFTWARE
STEP
Uninstall any barcode scanning software already on your PDA, including previous
versions of SocketScan. You can either uninstall directly from your PDA, or indirectly
with synchronization software. Please refer to your PDA manual for instructions.
2: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE
STEP
1. Use HotSync and a serial/Ethernet/USB cable or cradle to connect your device to a
host PC.
2. Insert the SocketScan 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.
4. The SocketScan Setup Center will appear in your web browser. Read the first
page and click Installation in the left margin.
5. In the SocketScan Installation page, scroll down to the Palm OS section and click
on the Install link there.
6. Your web browser will present a series of dialogs.
Internet Explorer:
• In the File Download –Security Warning dialog, click Run.
• In the second warning dialog, click Run. Internet Explorer will download the
file.
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.
7. The installation wizard will automatically begin. Follow the wizard to install the
software.
8. When software installation is complete, disconnect the device from the host PC.
Soft reset the device by pressing the reset button.
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9. A Socket icon should appear on the screen of your device. Tap this icon to install
the correct version of SocketScan on your Palm device.
10. Soft reset the Palm device again by pressing the reset button.
3: INSERT THE CARD
STEP
Insert the card into your Palm device’s SDIO slot. Make sure the card is positioned
correctly. Do not force or shove the card in too hard.
Older Palm m100 & m500 series devices: The SDIO slot is reversed, so the scanner
must be inserted backwards.
To remove the SD Scan Card, push the card completely into the slot. After the card
springs back, gently remove the card. Do not pull the card out without pushing
first, or you may damage the connector the next time you insert a card
Make sure you have soft reset your device after software installation before you
insert the card. Press the reset button.
STEP 4: START SOCKETSCAN
1. Start SocketScan. Tap on the Home icon.
2. In the menu in the upper right corner, select All.
3. Scroll to the SocketScan icon. Tap on the icon.
5: CONFIGURE SCANNER SETTINGS
STEP
1. In the main screen of SocketScan, in Scanner Device field, make sure SD Scan
Card is selected. A picture of the SD Scan Card should appear.
2. Tap Enabled. Buttons will appear at the bottom of the screen. Tap Configure.
3. Use the Configure screen to configure basic options:
• Scan Trigger Button: Tap to select the hardware button you would like to
use to trigger the scanner. In the screen that appears, select the hardware
button and tap OK.
Note: At this time, Palm utilities do not allow assignment of the Record or
Voice button as a trigger.
Note: Some older versions of the Palm Treo will only allow you to trigger the
scanner with Button 1 or Button 2 (Calendar or Email button).
• Sound on Good Read: Check if you would like the device to make a sound
whenever the scanner successfully reads a barcode. In the drop-down menu,
select the sound you want.
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• Sound Volume: Select the sound volume used to indicate good reads.
• Insert Special: Make sure the cursor is in either the Prefix or Suffix field.
Use the Insert Special drop-down menu to select a special function or data
(e.g., time stamp) to insert before or after each scan.
• Prefix/Suffix: Enter any characters or functions you would like to append to
each scan. Besides special functions listed in the Insert Special menu, only
printable ASCII characters can be used as prefixes or suffixes.
Note: A carriage return [CR] is the default Suffix. This suffix advances the
cursor to the next data field in your application.
• Launch App: Check if you want SocketScan to launch an application when
you start to scan. In the drop-down menu, select the application.
Note: Do not choose Blazer as the auto-launch application.
4. Tap OK to make the settings take effect.
6: OPEN YOUR APPLICATION
STEP
If you did not assign SocketScan to launch an application, then you need to
manually start the application that you want SocketScan to feed scanned data into.
Open the application. Place the cursor where you want information from the next
scan to go.
7: SCAN DATA INTO YOUR APPLICATION
STEP
1. Press the assigned trigger button and scan the barcode. Make sure the aiming
beam covers the entire width of the barcode. For scanning tips, please refer to
Appendix E.
2. When data is read, your device will make a sound if you configured SocketScan to
do so, the scanner will turn off, and data will appear in your application. If no
data is read within a few seconds, the scanner will turn off, and you must try
again.
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SYMBOLOGY SELECTOR
1. In the main screen of SocketScan, make sure the SDSC scanner is enabled and tap
Symbologies.
2. Use the checkboxes to select which symbologies you would like the scanner to
decode. Tap OK.
Note: Enabling all possible symbologies will make the decode process slightly
longer.
SCAN TEST
1. In the main screen of SocketScan, make sure the SD Scan Card is enabled and tap
Test.
2. Tap Scan to trigger the scanner and scan a barcode.
Note: You cannot use the hardware trigger button for the scan test. Use the Scan
button to trigger the scanner.
3. SocketScan will report the encoded data, as well as its symbology type and
length. To view the data in hexadecimal format, check View as Hex.
4. When done, tap OK to exit the Test Scan.
HELP FILES
When SocketScan is open, access help files by tapping on the symbol in the
upper right corner.
VERSION INFORMATION
1. In the main screen of SocketScan, tap on the Options button or tap on the upper
left corner of the screen to access the Options menu.
2. In the Options menu, tap About SocketScan.
3. View the software version information, then tap OK.
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APPENDIX F
T
ROUBLESHOOTING
For help on SocketScan, tap Start | Help on a Pocket PC, or tap on the
Palm device.
icon on a
SYMPTOM:
I get the “No Card Detected” icon in the task tray of my Pocket PC and
can’t trigger the scanner or scan barcodes.
POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION
Your Pocket PC does not recognize the SD
Scan Card 3E.
Make sure the card is inserted properly. If
necessary, remove and reinsert. If using
battery power, be sure to tap Y
whether you want to use battery power.
es if asked
SYMPTOM:
When I try to scan, the scanner activates, but no data appears on my screen,
and the scanner eventually deactivates.
POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION
The scanner is too close or too far from
the barcode.
The barcode is incorrectly formatted or
poorly printed.
The barcode symbology may be disabled. If you have Palm device, you can perform a
Practice so you get accustomed the most
effective distance and scanning angle. See
Appendix E.
Try scanning a barcode that is correctly
formatted or printed well, such as on a retail
package. See Appendix B.
scan test to identify the symbology. If
needed, use Symbology Selector to enable
the symbology.
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SYMPTOM:
When I press the trigger button, nothing happens.
POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION
The hardware button is defective. Test the button by assigning a different
program to it and make sure it works
properly. If needed, use the SocketScan utility
to assign a different button to trigger the
scanner.
You are using an older Palm Treo and
have not assigned the trigger to Button 1
or 2.
SocketScan is configured to automatically
launch Blazer.
Download the latest ROM for your device, or
use the SocketScan utility to change the
button assignment to Button 1 or 2.
Use the SocketScan utility to either deselect
Auto-launch or to change the Auto-launch
application.
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APPENDIX G
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ECHNICAL SUPPORT
For help on SocketScan, tap Start | Help on a Pocket PC, or tap on the icon on a
Palm device.
If you have trouble installing or using the SD Scan Card, Socket has different support
options to help you.
Online Knowledge Base: Search for articles, Frequently Asked Questions or Hot
Topics any time, day or night. http://support.socketmobile.com/faq
Online Requests: Register your product and submit a question to our Technical
Support Team. http://support.socketmobile.com/
By Phone: Contact our Tier 1 Technical Support by calling either:
• USA & Canada Toll-Free: 800-279-1390
• Direct: +1- 510-933-3020
Please refrain from disassembling the scanner. Disassembly of this device will void
the product warranty.
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Socket Mobile, Inc. warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship, under
normal use and service, for one (1) year from the date of purchase.
EXCLUDES: Consumables such as batteries, removable cables, cases, straps, chargers,
and CF-to-PC Card adapters (90 day coverage only)
LIMITED WARRANTY
Incompatibility is not a defect covered by the Socket Mobile warranty. During the warranty
period, Socket Mobile 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
Mobile or to an authorized Socket Mobile Service Center.
The returned product must be accompanied by a return material authorization (RMA) number
issued by Socket or by a Socket Mobile 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 Mobile. Socket Mobile will pay surface shipping charges back to any location in the
contiguous United States. This warranty applies only to the original retail purchaser and is not
transferable.
Socket Mobile may, at its option, replace or repair the product with new or reconditioned
parts and the returned product becomes the property of Socket Mobile. Socket Mobile
warrants the repaired or replaced products to be free from defects in material or
workmanship for ninety (90) days after the return shipping date, or for the remainder of the
original warranty period, whichever is greater.
This warranty does not cover the replacement of products damaged by abuse, accident,
misuse or misapplication, nor as a result of service or modification other than by Socket unless
specifically described by Socket in product documentation.
SOCKET MOBILE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING DAMAGE
TO PROPERTY AND, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, DAMAGES FOR PERSONAL INJURY.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Some states do not allow limitation of implied warranties, or the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so that the above limitations or exclusions may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
This product may contain fully tested, recycled parts, warranted as if new.
For warranty information, please visit: http://support.socketmobile.com/
DISCLAIMER
EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT EXPRESSLY WARRANTED BY SOCKET MOBILE, INC, THIS PRODUCT IS
PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED BY LAW, SOCKET MOBILE DOES
NOT ASSUME ANY PRODUCT LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF, OR IN CONNECTION WITH, THE
APPLICATION OR USE OF ANY PRODUCT OR APPLICATION DESCRIBED HEREIN.
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LIMITED SOFTWARE WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY. Socket Mobile warrants that the original disk or CD ROM is free from
defects for 90 days from the date of delivery of the SOFTWARE.
CUSTOMER REMEDIES. The entire liability of Socket Mobile and your exclusive remedy shall
be, at the option of Socket Mobile, either (a) return of the price paid or (b) replacement of
the SOFTWARE which does not meet the Socket Mobile Limited Warranty and which is
returned to Socket Mobile E 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.
NO OTHER WARRANTIES. Socket Mobile disclaims all other warranties, either express or
implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a
particular purpose, with respect to the SOFTWARE and the accompanying written materials.
This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have others which vary from
state to state.
NO LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. In no event shall Socket Mobile or its suppliers
be liable for any damages whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss of
business profits, business interruption, loss of business information, or other pecuniary loss)
arising out of the use of or inability to use the SOFTWARE, even if Socket Mobile 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.
EXPORT LAW ASSURANCES. You may not use or otherwise export or reexport the SOFTWARE
except as authorized by United States law and laws of the jurisdiction in which the
SOFTWARE was obtained. In particular, but without limitation, none of the SOFTWARE may
be used or otherwise exported or reexported (a) into (or to a national or resident of) a United
States embargoed country or (b) to anyone on the U.S. Treasury Department’s list of Specially
Designated Nationals or the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Table of Denial Orders. By using
the SOFTWARE, you represent and warrant that you are not located in, under control of, or a
national or resident of any such country or on any such list.
GOVERNMENT END USERS. If the SOFTWARE is supplied to the U. S. Government, the
SOFTWARE is classified as “restricted computer software” as defined in clause 52.227-19 of
the FAR. The U. S. Government ‘s rights to the SOFTWARE are as provided in clause 52.227-19
of the FAR.
CONTROLLING LAW AND SEVERABILITY. This License shall be governed by the laws of the
United States and the State of California. If for any reason a court of competent jurisdiction
finds any provision, or portion thereof, to be unenforceable, the remainder of this License
shall continue in full force and effect.
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REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
The Socket SD Scan Card is designed to be compliant with the rules and regulations
in locations where they are sold and will be labeled as required. This product is type
approved users are not required to obtain license or authorization before using.
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 equipment is also 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.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his or her own expense.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user may try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna of the radio or television.
• Increase the distance separating the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different branch circuit than that of
the receiver.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The user may find the following booklet helpful: How to Identify and Resolve Radio-
TV Interference Problems. This booklet is available from the U.S. Government
Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.
Product Disposal
This product must not be disposed of with municipal waste. It is your responsibility
to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection
point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment.
Laser Device — SDSC 3E2
The SD Scan Card 3E2 version of this product described in this User Guide contains a
Symbol SE-955 Class 1 laser scan engine, for which the following applies:
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• Complies with 21CFR1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser
Notice No. 50, dated July 26, 2001.
• Class 1 Laser devices are not considered to be hazardous when used for their
intended purpose. The following statement is required to comply with US and
international regulations:
CAUTION: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure.”
Laser Device — SDSC 3P
The SD Scan Card 3P version of this product described in this User Guide contains a
Symbol SE-955 Class 2 laser scan engine, for which the following applies:
• Complies with 21CFR1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to
Laser Notice No. 50, dated July 26, 2001.
Caution: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure.
• Class 2 laser scanners use a low power, visible light diode. As with any very
bright light source, such as the sun, the user should avoid staring directly
into the light beam. Momentary exposure to a Class 2 laser is not known to
be harmful.
A label such as the one below should appear on the end product.
Example of Class 2 Laser Warning Label
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11/2009 Printed in U.S.A.
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