Socket Series 7 Quick Start Manual

Quick Start Guide

Bluetooth® Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS)

Series 7 (v3) — 1D Laser Models

This document pertains to the following CHS v3 models:

7E SKU# CX2858-1294 (P/N 8550-00056)
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

Charging cradle
sold separately.

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Thank you for choosing Socket!

The Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) Series 7 is a portable handheld barcode
scanner that is small, light, comfortable to use, and enables you to scan data from barcodes
into a wide variety of computers, smartphones, and PDAs.

Package Contents

• Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS)

• Lanyard / belt clip with retractable tether

• Rechargeable batteries

• AC adapter with international plugs

• USB to DC plug cable

• CD with software and documentation

Software and Documentation Downloads:

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

• User’s Guide: Provides complete installation, usage, and configuration instructions.

Available on the SocketScan 10 CD or download from Socket website.

• Command Barcodes Sheet: Enables you to configure scanner settings. Many

command barcodes are provided at the end of this Quick Start Guide. For a complete set
of command barcodes, please download the Command Barcodes Sheet.

For Palm OS instructions, please visit:

http://www.socketmobile.com/pdf/data-collection/chs-series7-palm_qs.pdf

Product Registration:

Need to contact technical support? Want to opt-in to receive 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 your product and submit an inquiry.

http://support.socketmobile.com

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

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Scanner Setup

1 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.

2 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.

3 Assemble the AC Adapter:

If you plan to charge the CHS with the AC adapter,
assemble it first. Choose the 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
correctly.

4 Charge the CHS:

The CHS must be fully charged before first use. Initial
charging takes about 5 hours.

Red LED = Charging
Green LED = Fully charged

Besides the included AC adapter and USB to DC plug
cable, Socket offers an optional charging cradle and
Mobile Power Pack.

Optional accessories are sold separately, please visit:

http://ww1.socketmobile.com/products/bluetooth­scanners.aspx Click Accessories at the top of the page.

To learn more about LED, beep and vibrate patterns of the CHS, refer to the User’s Guide

Bluetooth Friendly Name and Device Address:
By default, the Bluetooth friendly name is Socket CHS [xxxxxx]. The characters in brackets
are the last 6 characters of the CHS Bluetooth Device Address (BDA). The BDA is labeled in
the CHS battery compartment and helps identify your CHS from other CHS scanners.

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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 computer or device,
open an application and place 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 to activate the
scanner. An aiming beam will appear for 3 seconds.
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 7Pwill also vibrate. For more details, please
refer to the User’s Guide.

Automatic Reconnections:

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

If the CHS is connected to a computer or device and gets
disconnected, it will try to reconnect for a few minutes.
Make sure the computer or 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 computer or
device, you should unpair it before trying to connect to a
new computer or 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.

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.