Socket CHS 7M, CHS 7P Quick Start Manual

QUICK START GUIDE

Bluetooth® Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS)

Series 7 (v3)

1D Laser Models — CHS 7M, 7P

This document pertains to the following CHS v3 models:

• 7M SKU# CX2860-1296 (P/N 8550-00057)

• 7P SKU# CX2862-1298 (P/N 8550-00058)

The part number (P/N) is labeled inside the battery compartment.

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LED

Trigger button

Power button

Stylus tip

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PACKAGE CONTENTS

• Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS)

• Lanyard / belt clip with retractable tether

• Rechargeable batteries (2)

• AC adapter with international plugs

• USB to DC plug cable

• CD with software and documentation

HELPFUL RESOURCES

Software and Documentation Downloads:

There may be updates to the software and manuals included in the package.
Download the latest from: http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads/

• User’s Guide: Available on the SocketScan 10 CD or download (see URL above).

• Command Barcodes Sheet: Enables scanner configuration. Many command

barcodes are at the end of this Quick Start Guide. For a full set, download the
Command Barcodes Sheet.

Product Registration:

Need technical support? Want to opt-in for special offers? Register your
product online: http://support.socketmobile.com/

Alternatively, if you install SocketScan 10 software, you can use it to register
the CHS.

Technical Support:

• Online Knowledge Base: http://support.socketmobile.com/EU_S1a.asp

• Online Requests: Register to submit an inquiry. http://support.socketmobile.com

• Phone: [phone] USA/Canada 800-279-1390 EU [phone]

Software Development Kit:

SocketScan 10 SDK enables developers to embed support for the CHS into their
Apple iOS*, Android, BlackBerry and Windows applications. Learn more at:

http://www.socketmobile.com/Support/developer/SocketScan/

Thank you for choosing Socket Mobile!

*CHS 7M & 7P only work in HID mode with iOS. For iOS apps developed with SDK, use CHS 7Ci, 7Di, 7DiRx, 7Xi or 7XiRx.

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SCANNER SETUP

Insert the Batteries:

Unlock the battery cover by using a screwdriver
or coin to turn the lock under the CHS to a
horizontal position. Remove the cover.

Install the batteries in their correct position as
indicated by the +/- symbols. You may also want
to attach the tether (see below). Replace the
battery cover and turn the lock to a vertical
position.

IMPORTANT! Only use NiMH batteries.

Attach the Tether

(Optional):
After removing the battery cover,
wrap the string loop of the tether
around the inside part of the lock.
Replace the battery cover and lock
it by turning the lock into a
vertical position. If desired, attach
the tether to a lanyard or belt.

Charge the CHS:

The CHS must be fully charged before first use.
Initial charging takes about 5 hours. For the 7P,
lift the rubber flap to access the power
connector.

• Red LED = Charging

• Green LED = Fully charged

Besides the included AC adapter and USB to DC
plug cable, Socket offers optional charging
cradles (sold separately).

• Cradle for CHS 7M: SKU# AC4054-1381

• Cradle for CHS 7P: SKU# AC4055-1382

http://ww1.socketmobile.com/products/bluetoot
h-scanners/accessories-bt.aspx

STYLUS TIP

Built-in Touch Screen Stylus:

Use on Pocket PC / other resistive device touch screens.

Do not use a damaged stylus, as it may scratch the screen.
Do not use on iPad, iPhone, iPod touch or other capacitive
screen devices.

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BASIC FUNCTIONALITY

Powering ON:

Press and hold down the small power button until the
LED turns blue and the CHS beeps twice (low-high).

Powering OFF / Disconnecting:

Press and hold down the small power button until the
CHS beeps twice (high-low).

Scanning Barcodes:

After connecting the CHS to your device, open an
application. Put the cursor where you want to enter data.

Hold the CHS about 4 inches (10 cm) from the barcode
and press and hold the trigger button. Position the CHS
so the red beam covers the entire width of the barcode.

By default, the CHS will beep and the LED will flash green
to confirm that data was decoded and sent to the host
device. The 7P will also vibrate.

BLUETOOTH PAIRING

Automatic Reconnections:

After you power on the CHS, it will automatically try to
connect to the last device it paired and connected to.
Make sure the device is in range with Bluetooth enabled.
If using SPP mode, make sure your device is running
SocketScan 10 software or a SocketScan 10 SDK enabled
application.

If the CHS is connected to a 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, it
will emit a long beep. Press the trigger button to restart
the reconnection process.

Unpairing the CHS: Deleting the Bluetooth Pairing

In most cases, if the CHS is paired with a device, you
should unpair it before trying to connect to a new
device.

Power on the CHS. Press and hold down the trigger button.

Press and hold down the power button. After you hear 3
beeps, release both buttons. The CHS will unpair and
automatically power off. The next time you power on the
CHS, it will be discoverable.