Socket 7Ci, 7Di, 7DiRx, CHS 7Ci, CHS 7Di User Manual

Socket

Bluetooth® Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS)

1D Imager Models — 7Ci, 7Di, 7DiRx

User’s Guide

4/2014 Document# 6410-00343 C

Copyright © 2014 Socket Mobile, Inc. All rights reserved.

Socket, the Socket logo, Battery Friendly, Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner, SocketCare, SocketScan, Mobility
Friendly, and SoMo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Socket Mobile, Inc. Bluetooth and the Bluetooth logos are
registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to Socket Mobile, Inc. Apple, iPad, iPhone, iPod
touch, and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a trademark of
Apple Inc. All other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective holders.

The Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner includes technology licensed under United States Patent Numbers 5,902,991,
7,429,000 B1 and D526,320 S.

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
[phone]
USA/Canada Toll-free: 1-800-552-3300

http://www.socketmobile.com/contact

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 Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner that are not described in this manual.
Please refrain from disassembling the Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner. 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.

IMPORTANT! The information in this User’s Guide pertains to 1D
imager versions of the Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner
(CHS) hardware, which have the following part numbers:

CHS version Part Number(s)

7Ci 8550-00062, 8550-00068, 8550-00070, 8550-00071
7Di 8550-00065
7DiRx 8550-00066

 If you have the CHS 7Mi or 7Pi, please refer to the appropriate user’s guide at:

http://www.socketmobile.com/pdf/data-collection/chs-1d-laser_manual.pdf

 If you have the CHS 7Xi or 7XiRx (with 2D support), please refer to the appropriate

user’s guide at: http://www.socketmobile.com/pdf/da

ta-collection/chs-7x_ss10-ug.pdf

TABLE OF CONTENTS

COPYRIGHT NOTICE 2

1 | INTRODUCTION 4
2 | SCANNER SETUP 10
3 | SETUP FOR APPLE IOS 13
4 | SETUP FOR ANDROID 22
5 | SETUP FOR WINDOWS PC 46
6 | SETUP FOR SOCKET SOMO 66
7 | SETUP FOR BLACKBERRY 84

APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS 97
APPENDIX B SAFETY AND USAGE TIPS 100
APPENDIX C BARCODE LABEL SPECIFICATIONS 102
APPENDIX D DECODE ZONE 103
APPENDIX E COMMAND BARCODES 104
APPENDIX F SPECIAL BUTTON SEQUENCES 110
APPENDIX G CONNECTION BARCODES 111
APPENDIX H TROUBLESHOOTING 112
APPENDIX I TECHNICAL SUPPORT 119

LIMITED WARRANTY 120
SOCKETSCAN SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT 121
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE 122

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1 | INTRODUCTION

p

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.

SCANNER MODELS (1D IMAGER VERSIONS)

Model Scanning Engine Durable Exterior Casing Antimicrobial

7Ci Linear Imager
7Di Linear Imager
7DiRx Linear Imager

 
 

PACKAGE CONTENTS

Socket Bluetooth

Cordless Hand Scanner

USB AC charging kit

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Socket highly recommends that all customers register their products. Product registration is
required to access technical support. You can also opt in for special offers, upgrades, and new
product information. Register online at: http://support.socketmobile.com
install SocketScan 10, you can register the CHS through the software.

2 NiMH

rechargeable

AAA batteries

Lanyard/Belt Cli

retractable tet

Alternatively, if you

SOCKETCARE

SocketCare is an enhanced service program that features priority technical support, accelerated
repair and replacement and more. http://www.socketcare.com/

 SocketCare Plus 2 year - SKU# SC1804-1349
 SocketCare Plus 3 year - SKU# SC1805-1350
 SocketCare Comprehensive Plus – SKU# SC1806-1351 (requires previous purchase of SocketCare Plus

2 or 3 year program)

™

SERVICE PROGRAM

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SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY REQUIREMENTS / COMPATIBLE DEVICES

OS System Compatibility Requirements / Compatible

Devices

Windows
PC

Windows

 Windows 8, 7, Vista, XP

 Microsoft, Toshiba or Broadcom Bluetooth stack

Windows RT
RT
Windows

Windows Embedded Handheld 6.x
Embedded
Handheld

Windows

Windows Phone 8
Phone
Apple iOS iPod touch (5th generation)

iPod touch (4

iPod touch (3

th

generation)

rd

generation)
iPhone 5
iPhone 4S
iPhone 4
iPhone 3GS
iPad mini

rd

iPad (3

generation)
iPad 2
iPad

Mac OS*

 Mac OS X 10.4 to 10.6.6 for Mac / MacBook
 Bluetooth driver v2.24f3 (v1965) or v2.37f1

Android OS Android 2.1 or later Android

BlackBerry
OS
QNX BlackBerry PlayBook 

*Compatibility verified for latest models at time of testing. Other models or Bluetooth driver versions not tested.
**Other devices not tested with SocketScan 10 and may require the previous software version.

BlackBerry OS 5.0.0.714 or later for Bold 9700 and
Bold 9900**

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION

Download Quick Start Guides, Command Barcode Sheets, the SocketScan Advanced
Programming Guide or other manuals: http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads/

Bluetooth HID
Support

 







 



2.2 or later
with HID

support



Bluetooth SPP
Support



 Microsoft

or Broadcom

Bluetooth

stack





Android

2.1 or later







CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 5

ABOUT BLUETOOTH HID AND SPP MODES

The CHS supports two kinds of Bluetooth connections (known as Bluetooth profiles): SPP (Serial
Port Profile) and HID (Human Interface Device), each with its advantages and disadvantages.

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).

Feature CHS with HID mode CHS in SPP mode for Android,

No software installation
required

Supports SocketScan 10
software with Socket EZ
Pair
Non-printable ASCII,
UNICODE support
International keyboard
support

Parsing / data checks (with
SocketScan 10 SDK)
Binary data (with SDK)

Scanner configuration
methods
Scanner configuration
options
Barcodes containing a lot
of data

 French, German,

Special barcodes Scanner Settings app or

Limited configuration
options
Less efficient
communications may lead
to slower performance

 

 

 



Spanish

 

 

Windows, BlackBerry



as supported by OS  as supported by

special barcodes
Many configuration options Many configuration

More efficient data
communications

To change modes, use the Command Barcodes in Appendix E

.

To learn more about HID and SPP, please read our white paper:

http://www.socketmobile.com/pdf/techbrief/

socketscan-10-sdk_white-paper.pdf

ABOUT SOCKETSCAN 10 SOFTWARE

SocketScan™ 10 keyboard wedge software for Android, Windows and BlackBerry OS enters

scanned data directly into any program as if the data were manually typed. It includes a utility
for configuring Prefix/Suffixes, sounds, symbologies, and other settings for the CHS. Download
the latest software free from: http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads/

Software for Bluetooth SPP mode only. No software installation required for
HID mode.

SocketScan 10 keyboard wedge software is designed for scanning 7 bit ASCII data. For
Unicode, DoubleByte, Multibyte (e.g., for Japanese or Chinese) or binary data, use the
SocketScan 10 SDK to convert the data before it is sent to your application.

CHS in iOS mode



OS

Scanner Settings app
or special barcodes

options
More efficient data
communications

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ABOUT SOCKETSCAN 10 SDK

If you are a developer who would like to add support for the CHS to your
mobile application, Socket offers the SocketScan 10 SDK with support for
Apple iOS, Android, Windows, and BlackBerry OS.

The SDK is available to members of the Socket Mobile Developer Program
($19.95.year). For more information: http://developer.socketmobile.com/

ACCESSORIES

Accessory SKU Number

For 7Ci: SKU# AC4054-1381

Charging Cradle with Latch

For 7Di: SKU# AC4055-1382

For 7DiRx: SKU# AC4058-1415

USB A Male to DC Plug Cable SKU# AC4051-1192

Car Charger SKU# AC4057-1384

AC Power Supply with USB Charging
Cable

SKU# AC4058-1415

From Taylor Made Cases

Protective Carrying Case / Belt Holster

Waterproof Skin

For more information on Socket accessories for the CHS, please visit:

http://ww1.socketmobile.com/products/blu

etooth-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 7

SKU# TM-HS650-KT

From Viziflex Seels

For 7Ci: SKU# SMS03

For 7Di/7DiRx: SKU# SMS01

HARDWARE FEATURES

Product Diagram

Status indicator LED

Trigger button

Power button

Power Connector

Protective rubber bumper
(7Di/7DiRx only)

Power connector
(For 7Di/7DiRx remove rubber
cap to access)

Antimicrobial Protection (CHS 7DiRx only)

The CHS 7DiRx is made with antimicrobial materials to provide an extra layer of protection to the
devices against the multiplication and spread of potentially harmful bacteria and microbes.
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

Do not use a bleach-based or Dispatch® brand cloth wipes, as they negate all antimicrobial
properties that have been added to the device.

To clean the scanner window, use an eye lens cleaner or clean, soft cloth.

Status Indicator LED

LED LED Activity Meaning

Bluetooth (Blue) 1 blink per second Bluetooth radio is on but not connected

1 blink per 3 seconds CHS connected to host device

Good Read (Green) On

On and connected to charger Battery full

Data successfully scanned and transmitted to
host device

Battery (Red) Blinking 20% or less battery capacity remaining

Off Off or Good Battery status

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Status Indicator Beeps

Beep Pattern Meaning

2 beeps (low-high) Power on

2 beeps (high-low) Power off

1 beep CHS connected to host device and ready to scan barcodes.

1 beep (low)

1 beep with green LED (configurable
setting)

2 beeps (same tone) CHS disconnected from host device

1 long beep

5 beeps

You have double-pressed the power button, and the CHS has
enabled support for simultaneous scanning and onscreen
keyboard entry for Apple iOS

Data successfully scanned and sent to host device

CHS unsuccessfully tried 30 times to connect to the last host
device it paired with. The CHS will become discoverable.

The CHS detects an internal fault, will reset and power off. If
connected to a host computer, the scanner will disconnect
during the reset.

Vibrate

Vibrate Meaning

Vibrate Power on OR data successfully scanned and sent to host device.

To modify the LED, beep and vibrate settings, you can use the Command Barcodes, or if the CHS
supports SPP mode for your OS, the Scanner Settings utility (see chapter for your OS).

Bluetooth Mode Sequence

When the CHS is powered on, its Bluetooth mode will gradually change if no connection is made.

Time after turning on CHS Bluetooth mode

0-5 minutes Discoverable and connectable
5-20 minutes Connectable
20 minutes CHS automatically powers off

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.

 For the CHS, use SocketScan 10, which you can download from:

http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads/data-collection/series7/ss10/

 For Socket plug-in devices, use SocketScan 7 (or older), which you can download from:

http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads/data-collection/series5/

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 9

2 | SCANNER SETUP

INSTALLING BATTERIES AND ATTACHING THE TETHER

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. It helps
you distinguish your CHS from other CHS scanners. If you install SocketScan 10, you can
also check the Bluetooth Address in Scanner Settings.

Revision Letter - follows Part Number

Bluetooth Address

3. Install the batteries in their correct positions, as indicated by the +/- symbols.

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4. If desired, attach the tether to the battery cover. Wrap the string loop around the inside

s

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. Charging alkaline or other
battery types will damage the scanner. Remove the batteries if the CHS will not be
used for more than 30 days.

The red Battery Status LED will not function properly if standard AAA non­rechargeable batteries are being used.

Property Specification

Battery Type NiMH rechargeable AAA
Battery Life ~19 hours to scan 15,000+ barcodes for new, fully charged batterie

ASSEMBLING THE AC ADAPTER

If you wish to charge the CHS with the AC adapter, the correct plug for your region must
be attached first. Four different plugs are included. Simply find the correct plug for your
region and slide it into the head of the adapter until it latches. Plug in the cable, making
sure the USB connector is oriented the correct way.

CHAPTER 2: SCANNER SETUP 11

CHARGING THE SCANNER

The CHS must be fully charged before first use. Use the AC adapter to charge from a
wall outlet. Initial charging takes about 5 hours with an AC adapter. Optional charging
accessories are also available.

The LED will be solid red while charging and green when the batteries are full.

Connecting the USB cable to a PC to charge the CHS is not reliable and not recommended.

Included Charging
Hardware

 AC adapter with international plugs
 USB A Male to DC Plug Cable (2A maximum)

AC Adapter Rating 5V, 2A, positive pole center
Power Jack Connector 4 mm barrel
Optional Charging
Hardware

 Charging cradle
 Car charger
 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

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3 | SETUP FOR APPLE IOS

This chapter explains how to install and use the Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner
(CHS) with Apple iPad, iPad mini, iPhone and iPod touch.

Made for the following Apple devices:

 iPod touch (5
 iPod touch (4
 iPod touch (3
 iPhone 5
 iPhone 4S
 iPhone 4
 iPhone 3GS
 iPhone 3G
 iPad mini
 iPad (3
 iPad 2
 iPad

Before you begin the instructions in this chapter, make sure you have charged the CHS, as
described in Chapter 2, “Scanner Setup”

CONNECTION OPTIONS

For Apple iOS, the CHS offers two different connection options. For more information
about HID and SPP, please see Scanner Settings

Bluetooth
Mode

HID

Instructions
on next page

iOS
(equivalent
to SPP)

Instructions
on page 18

Socket highly recommends that you use the CHS in iOS mode (equivalent of SPP). Learn
more: http://www.socketmobile.com/pdf/techbri

The screenshots shown in this chapter may differ from your device screen
depending on your device type.

th

generation)

th

generation)

rd

generation)

rd

generation)

Pros Cons

 No SocketScan 10 software

installation needed

 Apple tested and certified
 Many configuration options
 Broad character set, including non-

printable ASCII, international
keyboards

 More efficient data communications

for barcodes containing lots of data

.

 Limited configuration options
 Limited to printable ASCII and some

non-printable characters

 Less efficient data communications

for barcodes containing lots of data

 iPhone 3G not supported
 Compatible iOS application

developed with SocketScan 10 SDK
required

 No SocketScan 10 keyboard wedge

software offered

ef/socketscan-10-sdk_white-paper.pdf.

CHAPTER 3: SETUP FOR APPLE IOS 13

OPTION 1: USING THE CHS IN HID MODE

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

1. Power on the CHS. Press and hold the small power button until the LED turns blue and

the CHS beeps twice (low-high).

to change it to the correct mode.

The LED blinks blue once per second to show that the Bluetooth radio is on but not
connected.

2. Tap Settings

| Bluetooth. Turn on Bluetooth. A Bluetooth device search will begin.

For iOS 5 or earlier, tap Settings | General | Bluetooth.

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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. If prompted, enter the passkey 0000 (four zeroes).

The CHS will beep once after it has connected and is ready to scan barcodes. The
LED will also blink blue once every 3 seconds.

The soft keyboard will automatically disappear a few seconds after the CHS connects,
because the CHS is detected as a Bluetooth keyboard. To make the on-screen
keyboard appear while connected to the CHS, see instructions on page 17.

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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
turn off. You can use the Command Barcodes
settings.

to modify the beep / LED / vibrate

By default, a carriage return is applied after scanned barcode data is entered. To
disable the automatic carriage return, you can use the Command Barcodes

(use

the Data Editing barcode for disabling suffixes).

If no data is read in a few seconds, the beam will turn off, and you must try again.

To Disconnect:

To disconnect, turn off the CHS. Press and hold the power button for at least 3 seconds,
until the CHS beeps twice (high-low) and the blue LED turns off.

After the iPad disconnects from the CHS, the soft keyboard will automatically
reappear within a few seconds.

Automatic Reconnection:

After you power on the CHS, it will automatically try to connect to the last computer it
paired and connected to. Make sure your computer is in range with Bluetooth
enabled.

If the CHS is connected to your computer and gets disconnected, it will try to
reconnect. Make sure the computer is on and in range. If the CHS cannot reconnect
after several attempts, it will emit a long beep. Press the trigger button to restart the
reconnection process.

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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. This feature is enabled by default
and can be modified by scanning a special command barcode.

1. Connect the CHS to your Apple device.

2. Open your application and place the cursor where you want to enter data.

3. You can begin scanning barcodes. To open or close the onscreen keyboard, quickly

double-press the CHS power button (like double-clicking a mouse).

After you double-press the power button, the CHS will beep to indicate that the
onscreen keyboard was enabled / disabled.

Watch a video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VhtttoC6ROs

CHAPTER 3: SETUP FOR APPLE IOS 17

OPTION 2: USING THE CHS IN IOS MODE

IMPORTANT! Follow the instructions below ONLY if you are using a
compatible iOS application developed with SocketScan 10 SDK!

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.

To install the software:

Install a compatible application that was developed with SocketScan 10 SDK onto your

device. Follow the installation instructions from the application developer.

To pair the CHS with the Apple device:

You only need to pair the CHS with your Apple device 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).

The LED blinks blue once per second to show that the Bluetooth radio is on but not
connected.

2. Scan this barcode to change the CHS to iOS mode. The CHS will beep 3 times.

3. Open the compatible application that you installed.

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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.

The CHS will beep once after it has connected and is ready to scan barcodes.
The LED will also blink blue once every 3 seconds.

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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.

If no data is read in a few seconds, the beam will turn off, and you must try
again.

To Disconnect:

To disconnect, turn off the CHS. Press and hold the power button for at least 3 seconds,
until the CHS beeps twice (high-low) and the blue LED turns off.

After the iPad disconnects from the CHS, the soft keyboard will automatically

reappear within a few seconds.

Automatic Reconnection:

After you power on the CHS, it will automatically try to connect to the last computer it
paired and connected to. Make sure your computer is in range with Bluetooth
enabled.

If the CHS is connected to your computer and gets disconnected, it will try to reconnect
for 45 seconds. Make sure the computer is on and in range. If the CHS cannot
reconnect after several attempts, it will emit a long beep. Power cycle the scanner to
restart the reconnection process.

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.

To configure symbology support, beeps, LED, vibrate and other scanner features
use the ScannerSettings application available free on Apple App Store at:

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http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/scan

nersettings/id456055932?mt=8

CHAPTER 3: SETUP FOR APPLE IOS 21

4 | SETUP FOR ANDROID

n

This chapter explains how to install and use the Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS)
with a Bluetooth enabled device running Android 2.1 and later.

Before you begin the instructions in this chapter, make sure you have installed the
batteries (and tether, if desired), and charged the scanner, as described in Chapter 2,

“Scanner Setup.”

CONNECTION OPTIONS

For Android OS, the CHS offers two different connection options.

Bluetooth
Mode

HID

Instructions
on next
page

SPP

Instructions
on page 26

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. Menus will appear differently on different devices.

When SocketScan 10 is running, you can only use the keyboard provided by
SocketScan 10. You cannot use SWYPE or any custom keyboards. To enable use of
another keyboard, you can use the SocketScan 10 SDK (available separately).

http://developer.socketmobile.com/

Pros Cons

 No SocketScan 10 software installatio

needed

 Many configuration options
 Broad character set, including non-

printable ASCII, international
keyboards

 More efficient data communications

for barcodes containing lots of data

 Compatible with Android 2.1 and

later

 Limited configuration options
 Limited to printable ASCII and some non-

printable characters

 Less efficient data communications for

barcodes containing lots of data

 Compatible only with Android 2.2 and

later devices with support for HID
Peripheral devices

 Requires installation of SocketScan 10

keyboard wedge software or an
application developed with SocketScan 10
SDK

.

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OPTION 1: USING THE CHS IN HID MODE

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.

1. Power on the CHS. Press and hold the small power button until the LED turns blue and

the CHS beeps twice (low-high).

The LED blinks blue once per second to show that the Bluetooth radio is on but not
connected.

2. Make sure the CHS is in HID mode for Peripheral Devices.

First scan this barcode to change the CHS to HID mode.

Next scan this barcode to change the CHS to HID mode for Peripherals.

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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].

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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.

CHAPTER 4: SETUP FOR ANDROID 25

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.
You can use Command Barcodes

to modify the beep / LED / vibrate settings.

By default, a carriage return is applied after scanned barcode data is entered. To
disable the automatic carriage return, you can use the Command Barcodes
the Data Editing barcode for disabling suffixes).

(use

If no data is read in a few seconds, the beam will turn off, and you must try again.

To Disconnect:

To disconnect, turn off the CHS. Press and hold the power button for at least 3 seconds,
until the CHS beeps twice (high-low) and the blue LED turns off.

Automatic Reconnection:

After you power on the CHS, it will automatically try to connect to the last phone/tablet
it paired and connected to. Make sure your phone/tablet is in range with Bluetooth
enabled.

If the CHS is connected to your phone/tablet and gets disconnected, it will try to
reconnect for a few minutes. Make sure the phone/tablet is on and in range. If the CHS
cannot reconnect, you will hear a long beep. Power cycle the scanner to restart the
reconnection process.

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.

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OPTION 2: USING THE CHS IN SPP MODE

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.

2. On the SocketScan 10 page in Play Store, tap Install.

If prompted, allow the application to access Bluetooth connections and settings
and/or modify USB storage / SD card contents.

3. Follow the onscreen instructions to download and install SocketScan 10 software.

If installation does not automatically begin after the download is complete, swipe

down the Downloads icon

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. In the downloads list, touch SocketScan10.apk.

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. Under Keyboard & Input Methods, select SocketScan 10. Touch Back

.

.

8. Open SocketScan 10

.

For some devices, the icon will appear on the Home screen. For other devices, touch Menu to
access the Apps or Programs list.

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9. Touch Menu | Input Method.

10. Select SocketScan 10. Touch Back

.

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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.

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
barcode, please see Appendix G

.

1. Power on the CHS. Press and hold the small power button until the LED turns blue

and the CHS beeps twice (low-high).

The LED blinks blue once per second to show that the Bluetooth radio is on but not
connected.

2. Make sure the device has Bluetooth on.

3. In SocketScan 10, touch Menu | Socket EZ Pair.

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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.

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7. Your device will notify you of a pairing request. Swipe down the notification to view

the notification list and touch Pairing request.

8. In the next screen, touch Pair.

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, and the icon at the top of
the screen will also change.

CHS connected.

Status Bar

Icon

CHS not connected.

14. Touch Back

to close Socket EZ Pair.

15. A Socket registration icon

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will appear at the top of the screen. Swipe down the icon.

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.

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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. You can use the Scanner Settings utility (see next page) or Command

Barcodes to modify the beep / LED / vibrate settings.

To configure an automatic Carriage Return or Tab after each scan of data, use the
Scanner Settings utility (see next page) or Command Barcodes

.

If no data is read in a few seconds, the beam will turn off, and you must try again.

To Disconnect:

To disconnect, turn off the CHS. Press and hold the power button for at least 3 seconds,
until the CHS beeps twice (high-low) and the blue LED turns off.

Automatic Reconnection: After you power on the CHS, it will automatically try to
connect to the last phone/tablet it paired and connected to. Make sure your
phone/tablet is in range with Bluetooth enabled and SocketScan 10 is running.

If the CHS is connected to your phone/tablet and gets disconnected, it will try to
reconnect for a few minutes. Make sure the phone/tablet is on and in range and
SocketScan 10 is running. If the CHS cannot reconnect, you will hear a long beep. Power
cycle the scanner to restart the reconnection process.

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.

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SCANNER SETTINGS (SPP MODE ONLY)

These special features only work when the CHS is connected to your Android
device.

Status Bar Icon

When SocketScan 10 is running, an icon that indicates the CHS connection status will appear
at the top of the screen.

CHS not connected CHS connected

To open Scanner Settings:

In the main screen of SocketScan 10, touch Scanner Settings.

The CHS will close SocketScan 10 Keyboard wedge, disconnect (indicated by 2
beeps (high-low)), open Scanner Settings and reconnect (indicated by a beep).

Basic Scanner Information

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.

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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.

 Good scan flash: Select to have the CHS LED turn green to indicate that data was

successfully decoded and transmitted to the Android device.

 Vibrate mode: Select to have the CHS vibrate to indicate that data was successfully

decoded and transmitted to the Android device.

 Scanned data suffix: Select if you would like to automatically add a carriage return,

tab or select another character or function after each scan of data.

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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.

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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.

3. Scan a barcode. The Scan Window will report the barcode’s symbology (barcode type),

data length, and data.

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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.

Accented Characters in the Keyboard

Special characters such as accented letters are hidden from the default keyboard view.
Find them by touching and holding keys that have extra dots on top.

To access the additional characters represented by each key:

1. Touch and hold the key. A menu of additional characters will appear.

2. Select the accented character and the menu will close.

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SOCKETSCAN 10 SETTINGS (SPP 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).

 Suffix Settings: If your barcode contains codes for Carriage Return (CR), Line Feed

(LF), TAB and/or Enter Key, select how you would like them to be treated.

While some applications (e.g., notepad type applications) directly store codes like
Carriage Return or Line Feed within a document, some JavaScript or web form
applications prefer codes like \r or \n.

 Data Editing profile: If you previously created and saved a data editing profile, select

which profile you would like SocketScan 10 to apply when decoding barcodes.

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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. To add a new Data Editing profile, touch Add profile…

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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...

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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. Touch Edit Operation…

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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.

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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.

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5 | SETUP FOR WINDOWS PC

This chapter explains how to install and use the CHS with a Bluetooth enabled computer running
Windows 8, RT, 7, Vista or XP

Before you begin the instructions in this chapter, make sure you have installed the batteries and
charged the CHS, as described in Chapter 2

CONNECTION OPTIONS

For Windows, the CHS offers two different connection options.

Bluetooth
Mode

HID

Instructions
on next
page

Pros Cons

 No SocketScan 10 software installation

needed

.

 Limited configuration options
 Limited to printable ASCII and some non-

printable characters

 Less efficient data communications for

barcodes containing lots of data

SPP

Instructions
on page 52

 Many configuration options
 Broad character set, including non-

printable ASCII, international
keyboards

 More efficient data communications

for barcodes containing lots of data

 Requires installation of SocketScan 10

keyboard wedge software or application
developed with SocketScan 10 SDK

 Not compatible with Windows RT

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/techbri

ef/socketscan-10-sdk_white-paper.pdf.

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OPTION 1: USING THE CHS IN HID MODE

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).

The LED blinks blue once per second to show that the Bluetooth radio is on but not
connected.

2. Scan this barcode to configure the CHS for HID mode for peripherals. Afterwards, the

CHS will beep 3 times.

By default, the CHS is in HID Keyboard mode. If the CHS was changed to SPP mode,
first use the Command Barcodes

to change the CHS to HID mode before scanning the

barcode above.

In the next step, you will need to know the type of Bluetooth stack on your
computer. Click Start. Right-click on My Computer and click Properties | Hardware
tab | Device Manager and identify the manufacturer of your Bluetooth device.

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To pair the CHS with a Windows 8 / RT / 7 computer with Microsoft Bluetooth
Stack:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on your computer. Refer to your computer’s documentation for instructions.

2. Right-click on the Bluetooth icon

pop-up menu, click Add a Device. A device search will begin.

in the system tray (notification area). In the

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.

4. If prompted, select Enter the device’s pairing code and enter the passkey 0000 (four

zeroes). Click Next.

5. In the last screen, click Close.

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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.

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To pair the CHS with a Windows Vista / XP computer with Microsoft Bluetooth Stack:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on your computer. Refer to your computer’s documentation for instructions.

2. Right-click on the Bluetooth icon in the system tray (notification area). In the pop-up

menu, click Add a Bluetooth Device.

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.

5. If prompted, select Use the passkey found in the documentation and enter the

passkey 0000 (four zeroes). Click Next.

Follow the remaining screens to complete the wizard. In the last screen, click Finish.

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.

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To pair the CHS with a Windows computer with Toshiba Bluetooth Stack:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on your computer. Refer to your computer’s documentation for instructions.

2. Double-click on the Bluetooth icon in the system tray (notification area).

3. In Bluetooth Settings, click New Connection.

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.

6. If a passkey is requested, enter 0000 (four zeroes). Click OK.

Only computers running Bluetooth 2.0 will prompt for a passkey.

7. Follow the remaining screens to complete the wizard.

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.

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To pair the CHS with a Windows computer with Broadcom (Widcomm) Bluetooth
Stack:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on your computer. Refer to your computer’s documentation for instructions.

2. Click on the Bluetooth icon

in the system tray (notification area).

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.

6. If prompted to select a Bluetooth service, select the CHS. Click Finish.

Use Bluetooth v2.1 or later for best results. Do not use Quick Connect | Bluetooth
serial devices when the CHS is in HID mode.

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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. You can use the

Command Barcodes

to modify the beep / LED / vibrate settings.

By default, a carriage return is applied after scanned barcode data is entered.

If no data is read in a few seconds, the aiming beam will turn off, and you must try
again.

To Disconnect: Turn off the CHS. Press and hold the power button for at least 3
seconds, until the CHS beeps twice (high-low) and the blue LED turns off.

Automatic Reconnection:

After you power on the CHS, it will automatically try to connect to the last computer it
paired and connected to. Make sure your computer is in range with Bluetooth enabled.

If the CHS is connected to your computer and gets disconnected, it will try to reconnect
for a few minutes. Make sure the computer is on and in range. If the CHS cannot
reconnect, you will hear a long beep. Turn off the CHS and then turn it back on to
restart the reconnection process.

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.

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OPTION 2: USING THE CHS IN SPP MODE

To install SocketScan 10 software:

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/
 Click on the link for the appropriate exe file.

4. Download and run the installation file.

 Internet Explorer: in the Security Warning screens, click Run. In the next screen, click Run.

 Firefox: Click Save File. In the Downloads list, double-click on the SocketScan10-x…msi file.

In the warning screen, click Run.

 Chrome: Click on the button for the SocketScan10-x…msi file at the bottom of

Chrome. In the Security Warning screen, click Run.

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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.

6. In the Custom Setup screen, make sure SocketScan 10 Windows is selected. Click the drop-down

menu next to each option to choose where to install, or to opt not to install. Click Next.

7. Complete the remaining screens until installation is complete. In the last screen, click Finish.

After installation, a SocketScan 10 shortcut will appear on your desktop. Click it to
quickly launch SocketScan 10.

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To configure a Bluetooth COM port:

1. After software installation is complete, the SocketScan Settings screen will appear. Select

an available incoming

COM port for SocketScan 10 to use. Note the Bluetooth stack at

the top of the screen.

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.

For the Toshiba Bluetooth stack, incoming COM ports are listed as LocalCOM-
Server.

For most users, Use keyboard wedge and Show keyboard wedge icon in tray
should be selected. For more information on keyboard wedge and VIN decode
options, please see SocketScan 10 Settings

.

2. After making all your selections in SocketScan 10 Settings, click OK.

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To pair the CHS with your computer:

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
barcode, please see Appendix G

.

1. Power on the CHS. Press and hold the small power button until the LED turns blue and the CHS

beeps twice (low-high).

The LED blinks blue once per second to show that the Bluetooth radio is on but not
connected.

2. Turn on Bluetooth on your computer. Refer to your computer’s documentation for instructions.

3. Click on the SocketScan 10 icon in the system tray.

If the icon does not appear, try clicking on the triangle  to reveal more icons. If the
icon still does not appear, open SocketScan 10 by clicking on the desktop shortcut.

4. In the pop-up menu, click Socket EZ Pair.

5. Scan the barcode on your screen. The CHS will beep 3 times. Click On screen.

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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.

9. If prompted to enter a pairing code, enter 0000 (four zeroes) and click Next.

10. The next screen will report that the device has been successfully added to your computer.

Click Close.

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. A notification balloon will report that the

device is ready to use, and a CHS icon

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will appear in the system tray.

To scan barcodes:

1. Make sure the CHS is connected to the computer, indicated by the CHS icon

system tray.

2. Open your application. Place the cursor where you want to enter data.

in the

3. 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 computer, by default, the CHS
will beep once and vibrate, the LED will flash green, and the aiming beam will
turn off. You can modify the beep / LED / vibrate settings by using the Scanner

Settings utility or Command Barcodes.

To configure an automatic Carriage Return or Tab after each scan of data, use the

Scanner Settings utility

or Command Barcodes.

If no data is read in a few seconds, the aiming beam will turn off, and you must try
again.

To Disconnect: Turn off the CHS. Press and hold the power button for at least 3
seconds, until the CHS beeps twice (high-low) and the blue LED turns off.

Automatic Reconnection:

After you power on the CHS, it will automatically try to connect to the last computer it
paired and connected to. Make sure your computer is in range with Bluetooth enabled
and SocketScan 10 is running.

If the CHS is connected to your computer and gets disconnected, it will try to reconnect
for a few minutes. Make sure the computer is on and in range and SocketScan 10 is
running. If the CHS cannot reconnect, you will hear a long beep. Turn off the CHS and
then turn it back on to restart the reconnection process.

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.

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SOCKETSCAN 10 SPECIAL FEATURES (SPP MODE ONLY)

SocketScan 10 software offers a variety of special features:

 System tray icon – Indicates CHS connection status at a glance
 Basic scanner information – Quick view of basic scanner properties
 SocketScan 10 Settings – Utility for configuring COM port, keyboard wedge, system tray

icon, and VIN mode

 Scanner Settings – Utility lets you view Bluetooth properties, battery level, adjust beep /

LED / vibrate settings, test barcodes, and more

 About – Software version information

System Tray Icon

When SocketScan 10 is running, an icon that indicates the CHS connection status will appear
in the system tray (notification area).

CHS not connected CHS connected

Basic Scanner Information

To view more detailed scanner properties, use Scanner Settings

You can only view Basic Scanner Properties when the CHS is connected to your
computer.

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.

.

3. After viewing the information, click OK to exit.

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SocketScan 10 Settings

1. Click on the SocketScan 10 icon or 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.

 Port: An incoming

Bluetooth serial COM port must be selected for the CHS connection.

o If a suitable port is not listed in SocketScan 10 Settings, click Ports to use your

computer’s Bluetooth software to add one.

o Toshiba Bluetooth stack: To identify an incoming COM, click Ports. In your

computer’s Bluetooth software, incoming ports are labeled as LocalCOM-Server.

 Use keyboard wedge: Should be selected in most cases unless you plan to use the SDK
 Show keyboard wedge icon in tray: Select to have a system tray icon appear that

conveniently indicates whether the CHS is connected to the PC.

 Enable VIN decode: Select to have SocketScan 10 only send a 17-character Vehicle

Identification Number (i.e., omit any prefix/suffix included in a VIN barcode).

 Ports: Click to access your computer’s Bluetooth software to add or view properties of

Bluetooth COM ports (including which are incoming / outgoing).

3. After making changes, click OK.

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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.

3. After a few seconds, the CHS will connect to Scanner Settings, indicated by a beep.

Your CHS will be listed on the screen. Make sure your CHS is selected, and click
Properties.

5. The utility will read your scanner settings.

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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.

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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.

8. Click OK to exit the Scanner Properties. If desired, click Test to test scanning a

barcode. The Scan Window will appear.

9. Scan a barcode that you would like information about. The Scan Window will report

the barcode’s symbology, data length, and data, in your choice of ASCII or
Hexadecimal format.

10. After testing a barcode, click Close. Click OK to exit Scanner Settings. The CHS will

beep twice after disconnecting from Scanner Settings. A few seconds later, the CHS
will beep once after connecting to SocketScan 10.

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About

1. Click on the CHS icon or 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.

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4 | SETUP FOR SOCKET SOMO

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.

Before you begin the instructions in this chapter, make sure you have installed the batteries
and charged the CHS, as described in Chapter 2, “Scanner Setup”

For instructions for the HP iPAQ 210 or HTC HD2, please visit:

http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads/data

Other devices running Windows Embedded Handheld 6 with the Microsoft Bluetooth
stack may be compatible.

CONNECTION OPTIONS

For Windows Embedded Handheld, the CHS offers two different connection options.

Bluetooth Mode Pros Cons

HID

Instructions on
next page

 No SocketScan 10 software installation

needed

 Limited configuration options
 Limited to printable ASCII and some non-

 Less efficient data communications for

 Compatible only with SoMo

-collection/series7/ss10/?page=Detail

printable characters

barcodes containing lots of data

SPP

Instructions on
page 69

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

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 Many configuration options
 Broad character set, including non-

printable ASCII, international
keyboards

 More efficient data communications

for barcodes containing lots of data

 Requires installation of SocketScan 10

keyboard wedge software or an
application developed with SocketScan 10
SDK.

.

OPTION 1: USING THE CHS IN HID MODE

To pair the CHS with your SoMo:

You only need to pair the CHS with your SoMo 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).

The LED blinks blue once per second to show that the Bluetooth radio is on but not
connected.

2. Scan this barcode to configure the CHS for HID mode for peripherals. Afterwards, the

CHS will beep 3 times.

The CHS must be in HID mode first before you scan the barcode above. By default,
the CHS is in HID mode. If the CHS was changed to SPP mode, use the Command

Barcodes to change it to 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.

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4. Use the wireless manager to enable Bluetooth.

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,
which is labeled inside the battery compartment.

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7. When prompted for a passcode, enter 0000 (four zeroes). Tap Next.

8. After the SoMo connects to the CHS, a message will confirm the connection. Tap Done.

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.

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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. You can use the

Command Barcodes

to modify the beep / LED / vibrate settings.

By default, a carriage return is applied after scanned barcode data is entered. To
disable the automatic carriage return, you can use the Command Barcodes

(use

the Data Editing barcode for disabling suffixes).

If no data is read in a few seconds, the beam will turn off, and you must try again.

To Disconnect: Turn off the CHS. Press and hold the power button for at least 3
seconds, until the CHS beeps twice (high-low) and the blue LED turns off.

Automatic Reconnection:

After you power on the CHS, it will automatically try to connect to the last device it
paired and connected to. Make sure your device is in range with Bluetooth enabled.

If the CHS is connected to your device and gets disconnected, it will try to reconnect for a
few minutes. Make sure the device is on and in range. If the CHS cannot reconnect, you
will hear a long beep. Turn off the CHS and then turn it back on to restart the
reconnection process.

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.

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OPTION 2: USING THE CHS IN SPP MODE

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.

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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.

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To pair and connect the CHS with the SoMo:

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
barcode (ActivePairing), please see Appendix G

.

1. Power on the CHS. Press and hold the small power button until the LED turns blue and

the CHS beeps twice (low-high).

The LED blinks blue once per second to show that the Bluetooth radio is on but not
connected.

2. Make sure Bluetooth is enabled. In the Today screen, check the Bluetooth status

If Bluetooth is off, tap on the Bluetooth status line. In the Radio Manager, tap on the
Bluetooth button. After Bluetooth is enabled, the red “x” will disappear from the
button. Tap OK.

3. Tap Start

| Programs | SocketScan 10 folder | SocketScan 10 .

.

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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.

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7. Scan the barcode that appears in the next screen. The CHS will beep 3 times.

If you have trouble reading the barcode, try increasing the brightness of the
screen. Tap on the link at the bottom of the screen to modify the brightness
settings.

8. The screen will report that the CHS is trying to connect. Tap Yes.

9. Enter the passcode 0000. Tap Next.

10. The CHS will pair with the SoMo. Tap OK.

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.

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.

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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.

For example, try scanning the following barcode:

After decoding the barcode and sending it to the SoMo, by default, the CHS will
beep once and vibrate, the LED will flash green, and the aiming beam will turn
off. To modify the beep / LED / vibrate settings, use the Scanner Settings utility

Command Barcodes

.

or

To configure an automatic Carriage Return or Tab after each scan of data, use the

Scanner Settings utility

or Command Barcodes.

If no data is read in a few seconds, the aiming beam will turn off, and you must try
again.

To Disconnect:

To disconnect, turn off the CHS. Press and hold the power button for at least 3 seconds,
until the CHS beeps twice (high-low) and the blue LED turns off.

Automatic Reconnection:

After you power on the CHS, it will automatically try to connect to the last device it
paired and connected to. Make sure your device is in range with Bluetooth enabled and
SocketScan 10 is running.

If the CHS is connected to your device and gets disconnected, it will try to reconnect for a
few minutes. Make sure the device is on and in range and SocketScan 10 is running. If
the CHS cannot reconnect, you will hear a long beep. Press the trigger button to restart
the reconnection process.

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.

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SOCKETSCAN 10 SPECIAL FEATURES (SPP MODE ONLY)

SocketScan 10 software offers a variety of special features:

 Basic scanner information – Quick view of basic scanner properties
 SocketScan 10 settings – Utility for configuring COM port, keyboard wedge, task tray

icon, and VIN mode

 Scanner settings – Utility lets you view Bluetooth properties, battery level, adjust beep /

LED / vibrate settings, test barcodes, and more

 About – Software version information

Task Tray Icon

When SocketScan 10 is running, an icon that indicates the CHS connection status will appear
in the task tray in the Today screen.

CHS not connected CHS connected

Basic Scanner Information

You can only view Basic Scanner Properties when the CHS is connected to your PDA. To
view more detailed scanner properties, use Scanner 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.

3. After viewing the information, click OK to exit.

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SocketScan 10 Settings

You can only view Basic Scanner Properties when the CHS is connected to your SoMo.

1. Tap on the CHS icon

or 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.

 Port: Select the incoming Bluetooth serial COM port that you would like SocketScan to

use to connect to the CHS (REQUIRED).

 Use keyboard wedge: Should be selected in most cases unless you plan to use the SDK.
 Show icon in the task tray: Select to have a task tray icon appear that conveniently

indicates whether the CHS is connected to the PDA.

 Enable VIN decode: Select to have SocketScan 10 only send a 17-character VIN (i.e.,

omit any prefix/suffix included in a VIN barcode).

3. After making any changes, tap OK to exit.

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Scanner Settings

You can access Scanner Settings only when the CHS is connected to your PDA.

1. Tap on the CHS icon

in the task tray. In the pop-up menu, tap Scanner

settings…

2. The CHS will disconnect from SocketScan 10, indicated by two beeps. The Scanner

Settings screen will appear with an empty field.

3. After a few seconds, the CHS will connect to Scanner Settings and beep once. Your

CHS will appear in the list. Make sure your CHS is selected, and tap Properties.

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.

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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.

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.

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7. Tap on the Statistics tab to view data on your scanner’s usage.

8. Tap OK to exit Scanner Settings.

9. To test scanning a barcode, tap Test.

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.

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About

1. Tap on the SocketScan 10 icon or 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.

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7 | SETUP FOR BLACKBERRY

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. Works in Bluetooth SPP mode only.

 BlackBerry PlayBook running QNX. Works in Bluetooth HID mode only.

For instructions for the Bold 9900, please visit:

http://www.socketmobile.com/pdf/data-c

Before you begin the instructions in this chapter, make sure you have installed the
batteries (and tether, if desired), and charged the scanner, as described in Chapter 2,

“Scanner Setup”

ollection/chs-7ci_blackberry-9900.pdf

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USING THE CHS IN HID MODE (BLACKBERRY PLAYBOOK)

Compatible with BlackBerry PlayBook running QNX. For BlackBerry OS
smartphone, see page 86

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.

1. Power on the CHS. Press and hold the small power button until the LED turns

blue and the CHS beeps twice (low-high).

for SPP instructions.

The LED blinks blue once per second to show that the Bluetooth radio is
on but not connected.

2. By default the CHS is in HID mode for Keyboard Devices. If you changed the

CHS mode, use the appropriate command barcode

to change it back to HID

mode for Keyboard devices.

3. On the status bar, tap

| Bluetooth.

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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.

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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. You can use Command Barcodes
vibrate settings.

to modify the beep / LED /

By default, a carriage return is applied after scanned barcode data is
entered. To disable the automatic carriage return, you can use the Command

Barcodes (use the Data Editing barcode for Data As Is).

If no data is read in a few seconds, the beam will turn off, and you must try
again.

To Disconnect:

To disconnect, turn off the CHS. Press and hold the power button for at least 3
seconds, until the CHS beeps twice (high-low) and the blue LED turns off.

Automatic Reconnection:

After you power on the CHS, it will automatically try to connect to the last tablet it
paired and connected to. Make sure your tablet is in range with Bluetooth enabled.

If the CHS is connected to your tablet and gets disconnected, it will try to reconnect for a
few minutes. Make sure the tablet is on and in range. If the CHS cannot reconnect, it will
give a long beep. Power off and on the CHS to restart the reconnection process.

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.

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USING THE CHS IN SPP MODE (BLACKBERRY OS)

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. Open the Browser to: http://www.socketmobile.com/blackberry

3. The SocketScan for BlackBerry installation screen will appear. Read the information in

the screen. If you accept the license agreement, click I Accept.

4. The download screen will appear. Click Download. The smartphone will download

and install SocketScan.

5. After installation, a dialog will confirm successful installation. Click OK.

Synchronizing with a Desktop PC
Refer to your BlackBerry Desktop Manager manual for complete instructions.

1. Download and run the installation file from

http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads

 Internet Explorer: in the Security Warning screens, click Run. In the next screen, click Run.

 Firefox: Click Save File. In the Downloads list, double-click on the SocketScan10-x…msi file.

In the warning screen, click Run.

 Chrome: Click on the button for the SocketScan10-x…msi file at the bottom of

Chrome. In the Security Warning screen, click Run.

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2. The installation wizard will launch. Follow it to install software for BlackBerry.

3. In the Custom Setup screen, make sure BlackBerry is selected. Click the drop-down

menu next to each option to choose where to install, or to opt not to install. Click Next.

4. Complete the remaining screens until installation is complete. In the last screen, click

Finish.

5. Use a USB connection cable/cradle to connect the smartphone to the PC.

6. Launch the BlackBerry Desktop Manager. Click Start | Programs | BlackBerry |

Desktop Manager.

Click Applications. If SocketScan 10 doesn’t show in the list of Applications, click
Import files. Browse to the location of the SocketScan 10 file on your computer.

7. In the Application Summary pane, click Apply.

By default, all of the SocketScan 10 subfiles will be selected for installation. Do not
deselect any.

To pair the CHS with your BlackBerry smartphone:

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
barcode (ActivePairing), please see Appendix G

.

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1. Power on the CHS. Press and hold the small power button until the LED turns blue and

the CHS beeps twice (low-high).

The LED blinks blue once per second to show that the Bluetooth radio is on but
not connected.

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].

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The characters in brackets are the last six characters of the Bluetooth Address,
which is printed on a label inside the battery compartment.

7. If prompted for a passkey, enter 0000 (four zeroes).

8. In the Home screen, click Downloads | SocketScan 10.

9. If asked if you want to grant trusted application status, click Yes.

10. In SocketScan 10, click Menu | Socket EZ Pair.

11. Click 1D Scanner.

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.

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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. The registration screen will appear. Follow the instructions to register the scanner, or

click Cancel to register later.

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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. You can use the Scanner Settings utility (see next page) or Command Barcodes
to modify the beep / LED / vibrate settings.

To configure an automatic Carriage Return or Tab after each scan of data, use the
Scanner Settings utility (see next page) or Command Barcodes

.

If no data is read in a few seconds, the beam will turn off, and you must try again.

To Disconnect:

To disconnect, turn off the CHS. Press and hold the power button for at least 3 seconds,
until the CHS beeps twice (high-low) and the blue LED turns off.

Automatic Reconnection:

After you power on the CHS, it will automatically try to connect to the last phone it
paired and connected to. Make sure your phone is in range with Bluetooth enabled and
SocketScan 10 is running.

If the CHS is connected to your phone and gets disconnected, it will try to reconnect for a
few minutes. Make sure the phone is on and in range. If the CHS cannot reconnect, you
will hear a long beep. Power cycle the scanner to restart the reconnection process.

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.

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SOCKETSCAN 10 SPECIAL FEATURES

Scanner Info

You can view Scanner Info only when the CHS is connected to your smartphone.

1. In SocketScan 10, click Menu | Scanner Info.

2. In the Scanner Info screen, some basic properties of your CHS are displayed. If desired,

click in the Scanner Name field to change the Bluetooth friendly name of your CHS.
After making any changes, click Menu | Save.

Scanner Settings

You can configure scanner settings only when the CHS is connected to your
smartphone.

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.

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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. After
making any changes, click Menu | Save.

Scanner Settings - Configuration

1. In Scanner Settings, click Menu | Configuration. Enter the appropriate settings:

 Good scan beep: Select to have the CHS beep to indicate that data was successfully

decoded and transmitted to the smartphone.

 Good scan flash: Select to have the CHS LED turn green to indicate that data was

successfully decoded and transmitted to the smartphone.

 Vibrate mode: Select to have the CHS vibrate to indicate that data was successfully

decoded and transmitted to the smartphone.

 Scanned data suffix: Select if you would like to add a carriage return or tab after

each scan of data.

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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.

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.

2. After entering any settings, click Menu | Save.

Scanner Settings - Test

1. In Scanner Settings, click Menu | Test.

2. Select the data format as either ASCII or hexadecimal. Scan a barcode. The Scan Window

will report the barcode’s symbology, data length, and data content.

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APPENDIX A

PECIFICATIONS

S

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)

Total Weight

Power Source Two AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries
Battery Charging Time With AC adapter: 5 hours (under conditions of 0 to +40°C)
Expected Battery Life With Normal Operation (connected with Bluetooth): 19 hours or 15,000 scans

Environmental Characteristics

Operating
Temperature
Storage Temperature -22 to +158°F (-30 to +70°C)*
Relative Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing
Ambient Light Sunlight: 9690 lux, Artificial light: 4845 lux
Drop Specification 7Ci: 1m (3.3 ft)

Antimicrobial Rating
(JIS Z2801:2000 Test)
Biosafe HM4100,
EPA# 83019-1

Operating System, Device and Bluetooth Mode Support*

OS OS Version / Compatible Devices Bluetooth HID

Windows
Embedded
Handheld
Windows 8, RT,
7, Vista, XP
iOS

Android OS 2.1 and later Android 2.2

BlackBerry OS 5.00.714 or later for Bold 9700 (other

QNX BlackBerry PlayBook

Linux, Mac OS and most other OS not included in chart work with CHS in Bluetooth HID mode.

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.)
7Ci: 45 g (1.6 oz)
7Di(Rx): approx. 68 g (2.4 oz)

(battery performance may vary depending on vibrate settings and work
environment)

+32 to +122°F (0 to +50°C)
Temperature range may vary depending on shelf life of batteries.

7Di(Rx): 2m (6.6 ft)

2.49 on MSRA

6.07 if cleaned with Sani-Cloth Plus wipes

Support

6.x

32 bit and 64 bit

th

 iPod touch (4

generation)

 iPhone 5, iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS

(iPhone 3G not supported)

 iPad mini
 iPad (3

models not tested with SocketScan 10, may
require previous software version)

generation), iPod touch (3rd

rd

generation), iPad 2, iPad

 



 

and later with
support for
Bluetooth HID

 

 

Bluetooth
SPP Support

 except RT

CHS must be
in iOS mode

 Android

2.1 and later

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Barcode Support

Symbologies Bookland EAN (ISBN / EAN-13), Chinese 2 of 5, Codabar, Code 11, Code 128,

Vehicle
Identification
Number (VIN)
Scanning
Barcodes on
Device Screens

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
Supported

Supported

Scanner Performance

Scanner Type Linear Imager (1D)
Scan Angle 53.3 ±3°
Scan Repetition
Rate
Optical
Resolution
Decode Distance

Vibrate Mode Provides tactile feedback for good read.

5 scans/sec

5 mil minimum

2.25 to 20 inches (5.7 to 50.8 cm)
Depends on symbol density, symbology, W-N Ratio, label media, and scan angle

Bluetooth Characteristics

Interface
Standard
Protocol Bluetooth 2.1 with Enhanced Data Rates (EDR)

Radio Range Up to 330 ft (100 m), depending on environment
Security 56 bit encryption
RF Power Class 1 radio; Typical Output: 12 dbm
Bluetooth Stack
Support for
Windows & Mac
OS

Bluetooth Human Interface Device (HID) and Serial Port Profile (SPP)
Default mode: HID Keyboard class device

2.45 GHz ISM band, supports Advanced Frequency Hopping (AFH)

Windows Embedded Handheld: Microsoft, Broadcom v1.8.0.6501 or v1.9.3
Windows PC: Microsoft, Toshiba 4.00.34, 5.00.6F or later, Broadcom 5.1.0.1700
or later (Bluetooth 2.1 for best results)
Mac OS: v2.2.4f3 (v1965)

Certification/Compliance

Electrical Safety Certified to IEC 60950-1, UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA C22.2, EN60950-1
Environmental RoHS
EMI/RFI FCC Part 15 Class C, RSS 210, iCES 003, C-Tick, CISPR 22, CE EN55022, EN55024,

LED Safety IEC 60825-1, EN 60825-1
Apple iOS Apple iOS certification for iPad, iPad mini, iPhone, iPod touch
Bluetooth SIG Bluetooth QD ID B0164000

TELEC

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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.

In range testing of this product while connected to a variety of typical host devices with

Class 1 radios, functional connection distances from 18 to 100+ ft have been experienced

depending on the environment. The following conditions appear to reduce the

Bluetooth connection range:
 The presence of soft, absorbent materials such as paper, fiberglass insulation, foam

material in office cubical walls, carpeting and, to a lesser extent, even sheetrock and
wood construction materials.

 Human bodies or containers of liquid positioned between the host and the CHS.

 The presence and activity level of competing Bluetooth, 802.11 (Wi-Fi) or other

(proprietary) systems using the same 2.4 GHz frequency.

 Metal in a grid pattern, such as chain link fencing or chicken wire. This type of

material may block the Bluetooth (or Wi-Fi) signal completely.

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APPENDIX B

AFETY AND USAGE TIPS

S

Scanning Tips

Practice to determine the best scanning distance for your type of barcode.

Scanning Distance

 The best scanning distance varies depending on barcode size, symbology, label media, W-N

Ratio, and scan angle. Check the Decode Zone in Appendix D to determine the proper
distance between the scanner and barcode.

 The larger the barcode, the further away you should position the scanner.

 The tighter the bars of the barcode, the closer you should position the scanner.

About Bluetooth and Health

Bluetooth wireless technology allows you to use short-range radio signals to connect a variety of
devices, such as barcode scanners, mobile phones, Pocket PCs, notebook computers, printers, LAN
access points, and many other devices at home or work. These radio signals replace the cables that
have traditionally connected these devices.

Bluetooth products have small radio transmitters and receivers. Output power is normally very
low, only 15.75 mW. This gives a working range of approximately 10 meters.

The maximum exposure levels from Bluetooth products are far below recommended safety
guidelines. At most, typical Bluetooth devices (15.75 mW) reach only one percent of the
prescribed safety levels.

Product Care

 Do not expose your product to liquid, moisture or extreme humidity.
 Do not expose your product to extreme high or low temperatures.
 Do not expose your product to lit candles, cigarettes, or cigars, or to open flames, etc.
 Do not drop, throw or try to bend the product, as rough treatment could damage it.
 Do not paint your product, as the paint could obstruct parts and prevent normal use.
 Do not attempt to disassemble your product: a broken warranty seal will void the warranty.

The product does not contain consumer serviceable components. Should your CHS need service,
contact Socket technical support at: http://support.socketmobile.com

 Treat your product with care. Keep in a clean and dust-free place.
 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.

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