Socket Mobile Cordless Hand Scanner User Manual

Cordless Hand Scanner Series 7

with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology

Featuring a Bluetooth enabled bar code scanner and SocketScan software for wirelessly adding bar code scanning to Bluetooth enabled mobile computers running:

• Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE

• Palm OS 5.2 or later

• Windows XP or XP Tablet Edition

User’s Guide

July 2005 Document # 6410-00233 F

Copyright Notice

Socket, the Socket logo and Mobility Friendly are registered trademarks of Socket Communications, Inc. Cordless Hand Scanner with Bluetooth Wireless Technology is a trademark of Socket Communications, Inc. Bluetooth and the Bluetooth logos are trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to Socket Communications, Inc. All other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective holders.

Reproduction of the contents of this manual without the permission of Socket Communications is expressly prohibited. Please be aware that the products described in this manual may change without notice.

Feel free to contact SOCKET COMMUNICATIONS at:

Socket Communications, Inc.

37400 Central Court Newark, CA 94560

Other than the above, Socket Communications can assume no responsibility for anything resulting from the application of information contained in this manual.

Please refrain from any applications of the Socket Cordless Hand Scanner that are not described in this manual. Please refrain from disassembling the 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 Socket’s web page at:

www.socketcom.com.

Table of Contents

1 | INTRODUCTION 5

About the Software 5 About Combining Scanning with Bluetooth 6 System Requirements, Package Contents 7 Product Registration, Hardware Features 8

2 | SETUP FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 10

STEP 1: Install Batteries and Attach Tether 10 STEP 2: Charge the Scanner 11 STEP 3: Uninstall Other Scanning Software 11 STEP 4: Install the Software 12 STEP 5: Configure Scanner Settings 14 STEP 6: Connect Scanner to Pocket PC via Bluetooth 17 STEP 7: Scan Data into Your Application 21 OPTIONAL: Select Symbologies 22 OPTIONAL: Configure Prefix/Suffixes 23 OPTIONAL: Run Scan Demo 24 OPTIONAL: Configure Automatic Connections 25

3 | SETUP FOR PALM 27

STEP 1: Install Batteries and Attach Tether 27 STEP 2: Charge the Scanner 28 STEP 3: Uninstall Other Scanning Software 28 STEP 4: Install the Software 29 STEP 5: Connect Scanner to PDA via Bluetooth 31 STEP 6: Scan Data into Your Application 34 OPTIONAL: Configure Scan Settings 35 OPTIONAL: Select Symbologies 37 OPTIONAL: Test Bar Codes 38

4 | SETUP FOR WINDOWS XP 39

STEP 1: Install Batteries and Attach Tether 39 STEP 2: Charge the Scanner 40 STEP 3: Uninstall Other Scanning Software 40 STEP 4: Install the Software 41 STEP 5: Connect Scanner to Computer via Bluetooth 43 STEP 6: Configure Scanner Settings 48 STEP 7: Scan Data into Your Application 52 OPTIONAL: Assign Sound and Prefix/Suffix Settings 54 OPTIONAL: Configure Advanced Bluetooth Settings 55 OPTIONAL: Assign a Trigger Button 57 OPTIONAL: Select Symbologies 58 OPTIONAL: View Version Information 59

LIMITED WARRANTY 72 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE 74

1 | Introduction

If you need to collect bar coded data but don't want to be tied to your mobile or desktop computer, Socket's Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) Series 7 with Bluetooth wireless technology is just what you're looking for. This innovative device combines the power of laser bar code scanning with the convenience of Bluetooth wireless technology in a single compact, lightweight device that is ergonomically designed to fit comfortably in the palm of your hand.

Bar code scanning is the most efficient way to collect data from a mobile computer. If the data to be entered is bar coded, using a laser scanner is 50 times faster and 10,000 times more accurate than manual data entry.

Bluetooth wireless technology transforms how devices connect with each other, offering you new possibilities for using your mobile computer with other devices. With Socket's Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS), you can scan bar codes while connected to the PDA in your pocket or your laptop or desktop located up to 300 feet away — all without the hassle of cables or the

wkwardness of a protruding antenna. a

About the Software

SocketScan™ enters scanned data directly into any open Windows or Palm OS program, as if the data were manually typed. You can configure Prefix/Suffixes and assign a beep tone to signify good data reads at the host.

The Socket CHS configuration utility makes it easy to configure SocketScan for use with the Cordless Hand Scanner. Simply identify which kind of Bluetooth hardware you will be using on your mobile computer, and SocketScan will automatically search for it when you try to connect.

Note: For Palm OS and Windows XP, the Socket CHS configuration utility is integrated into the SocketScan program.

For software updates, please visit: www.socketcom.com/support/support_bar.asp

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About Combining Scanning with Bluetooth

The Cordless Hand Scanner represents an optimal combination of proven laser bar code scanning technology and state-of-the-art Bluetooth connectivity. Because of the problems inherent in the intermittent storage of scanned data in on-board memory if the Bluetooth connection is lost, the CHS is designed to operate only when connected to the host, with the powerful Class 1 radio providing the maximum possible connection range.

The user is advised of the connection status with a single beep when the CHS connects to the host and a double beep when the connection is closed or lost. As with any wireless device, connectivity range can be affected by a variety of environmental variables.

The most likely source of errors in any cordless scanning system is not in the scanning and decoding process, but in the transmission of the data to the host. For this reason, the beeper and green LED signals provided by the CHS confirm not only a successful scan but also the successful transmission of the scanned data to the host. Users familiar with bar code scanning may notice a slight delay between the successful scan and shut off of the laser and the beep and green LED from the CHS confirming completed transmission of the data. In most instances, this delay is less than 300 ms (milliseconds), but may be slightly longer as the connectivity range limit is approached.

Because of the two-way transmission verification process, it is possible to cause communication problems by scanning bar codes as fast as possible. When this occurs, all transmissions will stop for several seconds before scanning can be resumed. To prevent this from happening, the user should wait until the confirming beep is received before scanning the next bar code.

System Requirements

Your mobile computer should meet these minimum requirements:

• Any of the following operating systems:

− Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE

− Palm OS 5.2 or later

− Windows XP or Tablet XP

• Any of the following Bluetooth stacks:

− Socket Drakar v1.4 (from Socket SDIO and CF Connection Kits)

− IVT BlueSoleil v1.4.7 or later (from Socket CF Connection Kit with Adapter

or Socket Class 1 USB Adapter)

− Widcomm v1.4

− Microsoft Bluetooth stack for Pocket PCs

− Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2

If you are using a Pocket PC or Palm device, during installation you will need a deskop or laptop computer that meets these minimum requirements:

• Windows 98SE, Me, 2000 or XP

• Either Microsoft ActiveSync or Palm Desktop Software

For information about using the CHS with Symbian Series 60 devices, please visit:

www.socketcom.com/product/cordless.asp?Type=Scanner

Support for other Bluetooth stacks is planned for future releases.

Package Contents

The Socket Cordless Hand Scanner package includes these items:

• Socket Cordless Hand Scanner with

Bluetooth Wireless Technology

• AC charging adapter with international

plugs

• 2 NiMH rechargeable AAA batteries

• Lanyard with retractable tether

• Software Installation CD

• Booklets with copyright, warranty, and

regulatory compliance information

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Product Registration

Socket highly recommends that all customers register their Socket products. Product registration is required for technical support. Register online at:

www.socketcom.com/prodreg

Hardware Features

Rechargeable Battery and AC Adapter

Recharge the internal battery by using the included AC adapter. The adapter rating is 5V, 2A, positive pole center. A fully charged battery should provide roughly 8 hours of normal operation.

WARNING: Charge ONLY NiMH batteries in the CHS. Damage may result if other battery types are charged. Do not store the CHS for more than 30 days with the batteries installed.

The red Battery Status LED will not function properly if

Besides the included AC adapter, you can also recharge the CHS by using any of the following:

• Socket’s Mobile Power Pack. For more information, please visit:

www.socketcom.com/product/AC4009-541.asp

• AC and DC adapters of most recent Pocket PCs from Casio, Compaq,

Dell, Fujitsu, and Toshiba are also compatible.

standard AAA non-rechargeable batteries are being used..

Status Indicator LED

LED LED Activity Meaning

Bluetooth

Status

(Blue)

Good Read

(Green)

Battery

Status

(Red)

1 blink per second

1 blink per 5 seconds

Green

1 blink per second Solid red Batteries are charging.

Off when connected to charger

Bluetooth radio is on, but not connected.

Bluetooth radio is on, connection established.

Data successfully scanned and transmitted to host device.

Less than 20% of battery life remaining.

Batteries are fully charged.

Status Indicator Beeps

The scanner beeps to signal the Bluetooth connection status. Optionally, you can also set the scanner to beep every time it successfully scans data and transmits it to the host device.

LED Beep Pattern Meaning

Bluetooth

Status

(Blue)

Good Read

(Green)

1 beep Connection to host device has begun.

2 beeps Connection to host device has ended.

1 beep

Data was successfully scanned and transmitted to host device.

Touch Screen Stylus

The touch screen stylus in the tail of the CHS can be removed with small pliers if desired. Visit the Socket website to purchase replacement styli.

WARNING: Do not use the stylus if damaged. A damaged stylus may scratch the display screen of your computer.

The stylus does not work with XP Tablet computers using Active Matrix displays.

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2 | Setup for Windows Mobile

This chapter explains how to install and use the Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) with a Bluetooth enabled Pocket PC 2003.

Setup Summary

STEP 1: Install batteries and attach tether. STEP 2: Charge the scanner. STEP 3: Uninstall other scanning software. STEP 4: Install the software. STEP 5: Configure scanner settings. STEP 6: Connect scanner to Pocket PC via Bluetooth. STEP 7: Scan data into your application.

OPTIONAL:

• Select symbologies.

• Configure prefix/suffixes.

• Run Scan Demo application.

• Configure automatic connections.

STEP 1: Install Batteries and Attach Tether

1. Use a coin or screwdriver to unlock and remove the battery cover. Turn

the lock underneath the scanner to a horizontal position. Remove the casing.

2. Install the batteries in opposite directions, as indicated by the positive

symbols.

WARNING: Do not install the batteries incorrectly. Damage may result.

3. If desired, attach the tether. Wrap the string loop around the inside part

of the lock.

4. Replace the battery cover and lock it into place.

5. If desired , attach the tether to a lanyard or belt.

STEP 2: Charge the Scanner

Use the included AC adapter to charge the Cordless Hand Scanner. The scanner’s NiMH batteries must be charged for at least 4 hours before the first use. The Battery Status LED will emit a solid red light while charging, and turn off when the batteries are fully charged.

WARNING: Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries — this may cause alkaline batteries to leak and damage the CHS.

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

STEP 3: Uninstall Other Scanning Software

Delete any bar code scanning software you may already have installed on your Pocket PC. You can uninstall either directly from your Pocket PC, or indirectly via ActiveSync.

OPTION 1: Uninstall Directly from the Pocket PC

1. Remove any scanning hardware from the Pocket PC.

2. Make sure the bar code scanning software is closed.

3. Tap Start | Settings. Tap on the System tab or Control Panel.

4. Tap on the Remove Programs icon.

5. Select the bar code scanning software, then tap Remove.

6. Tap Yes to confirm removal of the program.

7. Soft reset the Pocket PC by pressing the reset button.

OPTION 2: Uninstall via ActiveSync

1. Make sure the bar code scanning software is closed.

2. Use ActiveSync and a serial/Ethernet/USB cable or cradle to make an

active connection between your Pocket PC and a host PC.

3. On the host PC, open Microsoft ActiveSync.

4. Click Tools | Add/Remove Programs.

5. Select the bar code scanning software and click Remove.

6. In the confirmation screen, click OK.

7. A screen will ask if you also want to remove the software from the host PC.

If desired, click NO to keep a copy of the software on the host PC that can later be re-installed onto a Pocket PC.

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STEP 4: Install the Software

1. Use ActiveSync and a serial/Ethernet/USB cable or cradle to make an

active connection between the mobile computer and a host PC.

2. Insert the installation CD into your host PC.

3. Use My Computer or Windows Explorer to access your CD-ROM drive.

In the CD, click on SETUP.EXE.

4. Follow the instructions on your screen to begin the installation process

for Windows CE (also compatible with Windows Mobile 2003).

• Read the instructions in the Welcome screen, then click Next.

• In the Main Page, click Install Software.

• In the Installation screen, click Windows CE.

5. In th e File Download screen click Run.

6. If a Security Warning screen appears, click Run.

7. The SocketScan for Windows CE Setup Program will begin. Follow the

instructions on your screen to install the software.

8. When software installation is complete, disconnect the Pocket PC from

the host PC. Soft reset the Pocket PC by pressing the reset button.

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STEP 5: Configure Scanner Settings

1. Start the Socket CHS configuration utility.

Tap Start | Settings | System | Socket CHS.

2. In the General screen, check the box Enable Socket CHS Support.

3. In the Port configuration field, select the Bluetooth hardware that you are

using with your Pocket PC. Depending on which option you select, additional fields may appear.

Device information will also appear on the screen if you have previously connected to the CHS.

• Socket: Select if you are using the Socket SDIO/CF Connection Kit.

• Built-in: Select if your device has Bluetooth built in. The software

will automatically detect the type of stack and provide customized fields.

Widcomm: No further settings are required in this screen.

The checkbox Automatically connect to CHS will appear gray until you successfully connect to the CHS. If desired, return to the utility after connecting and check the box for your Pocket PC to automatically connect to the CHS whenever you start SocketScan.

Microsoft: You must assign the CHS as your favorite. Tap on the Favorite button to initiate a Bluetooth device search.

When the CHS is found, select it from the list and tap OK.

4. Tap on the Scanner tab. Enter the following settings:

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• Trigger Operation:

− Scan always: Select if you would like the CHS to scan whether or not

it has a Bluetooth connection to the host device.

− Scan only when connected to host: Select if you would like the CHS

to detect a Bluetooth connection to the host device before it scans. Scanning will be a few milliseconds slower. This option allows the CHS to be triggered remotely if needed.

• Good Read Indicator: Select how would like the scanner to indicate that data

has been successfully scanned and transmitted to the host device.

− Beep: If desired, select the KHz of the beep used to indicate good

reads. If operating the CHS in a noisy environment, adjust the KHz as needed.

− Flash green LED: Check to have the CHS LED flash green to indicate

good reads.

The delay in the ‘good scan’ indicator increases with the distance from the host, giving the user valuable feedback about the strength of the connection.

• CHS Battery Level: No progress bar should appear since you have not yet

connected to the CHS. Later, when the CHS is connected to your Pocket PC, you can return to this utility to view the battery level.

• Disable CHS Auto Power Off mode: By default, the CHS will automatically

shut off if no Bluetooth connection has been established for 20 minutes. Check the box to disable this mode.

5. After modifying any settings, tap ok. If you enabled the Flash green LED

setting, the CHS will beep once to confirm. If SocketScan is already open, you must close and reopen SocketScan for the changes to take effect.

STEP 6: Connect Scanner to Pocket PC via Bluetooth

1. Turn on the Cordless Hand Scanner. Press the small

power button for five seconds, until you see the LED

turn blue. The LED should blink blue once every second to show that the Bluetooth radio is on but not connected. If the LED begins blinking red, the battery needs to be recharged.

2. Prepare the Bluetooth hardware for your Pocket PC. Make sure the

Bluetooth radio is turned on. If needed, make sure a COM port is enabled for outbound Bluetooth Serial communications, and note the COM port number. Refer to the documentation for your Bluetooth

hardware for instructions. Socket SDIO or CF Connection Kit:

• Insert the Socket SDIO or CF Bluetooth card into your Pocket PC.

• Make sure a Bluetooth COM port is enabled. Tap Bluetooth icon |

Advanced Features | My Bluetooth Device | COM Ports tab. Make sure the box Bluetooth COM Port is checked.

• If the COM port cannot be enabled, you need to disable the IrDA

port first. Tap Start | Settings | System | IrDA. Follow the instructions to disable the IrDA port, then repeat the instructions above to enable the Bluetooth COM port.

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3. Start SocketScan. Tap Start | Programs | SocketScan.

4. The SocketScan icon should appear in the task tray (visible in the

Today screen), indicating that your device is not currently connected to the CHS. Tap on the icon. In the pop-up menu, select Connect CHS.

Your Pocket PC cannot connect to the CHS if another device is assigned as the favorite/default Bluetooth serial device. If needed, remove any such settings.

• If using the Socket SDIO or CF card, from the Bluetooth

Devices folder, tap Tools | My Favorites | COM Ports tab.

If the Connect CHS option does not appear, use the Socket CHS configuration utility to enable SocketScan for use with the CHS. See Step 5: Configure Scanner Settings.

5. You r Pocket PC will begin searching for Bluetooth enabled devices in

range. After it finishes searching, select the CHS from the list of discovered devices. The screen will vary depending on which Bluetooth hardware you are using on your Pocket PC.

The Cordless Hand Scanner will appear as Socket CHS [xxxxxx], where the characters in brackets are the last 6 characters of the scanner’s

Bluetooth MAC address.

Socket stack Widcomm stack, Fujitsu Pocket LOOX

If multiple Cordless Hand Scanners were detected, identify yours by checking the MAC address printed on a label in the battery compartment.

Your screen may vary if you are using different Bluetooth hardware/software.

6. If using the Widcomm stack, you may be prompted to configure

automatic connections. Tap Yes or No.

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7. Your device will automatically connect to the CHS. If a passkey is

requested, enter 1234. To indicate the connection, the CHS will beep once, and the SocketScan icon will change to show an image of the scanner.

Note: If you are using the Socket SDIO or CF card, the Socket Bluetooth icon in the task tray will also begin blinking to indicate that the devices have connected.

If the Pocket PC suspends or the CHS is taken out of range, the Bluetooth connection will be lost. After the Pocket PC comes out of suspend mode or returns within range, SocketScan will try to re-establish the connection every 10 seconds for 30

seconds.

For more information about the meanings of LEDs and beeps, please see page 9.

STEP 7: Scan Data into Your Application

1. Start the Windows application that you want to receive the data (e.g.,

Excel, Notepad, etc.). Make sure a document or spreadsheet is open.

2. Press the trigger button and scan the code. For example, try this bar code:

When data is read and transmitted to the host, the laser will turn off. Depending on the settings you chose in the Socket CHS configuration tool, the scanner may beep and/or the LED may flash green. If the Scanner fails to read data within a few seconds, the laser will turn off, and you must try again.

3. After a successful scan, data should appear in your document. For

example, after you scan the code above into a Pocket Excel spreadsheet, data should appear in the first cell. The default “CR” (carriage return) suffix will advance the cursor to the next cell, ready for the next scan.

Note: Wait for the “Good Scan” indication before you scan another bar code. If you try to scan too fast, the device can lock up until you stop scanning.

If your device enters sleep mode, the Bluetooth connection may be lost, and you may need to re-connect the devices.

For information about bar code scanning applications, please visit:

www.socketcom.com/solutions

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OPTIONAL: Select Symbologies

The applet makes it quick and convenient to modify which symbologies you want the scanner to recognize. By default, the scanner is set to recognize nine of the most common symbologies.

1. Tap on the SocketScan icon. In the pop-up menu, tap Symbology Selector...

2. In the screen that appears, check the symbologies you wish to enable.

Uncheck those you wish to disable. Tap ok.

Symbologies not supported by the CHS will be grayed out. Enabling all possible symbologies will make the decode process slightly longer.

OPTIONAL: Configure Prefix/Suffixes

The SocketScan applet lets you specify prefix and/or suffix characters to be added automatically to the data you scan. This helps to further eliminate manual data entry.

1. Tap on the SocketScan icon. In the pop-up menu, tap Prefix/Suffix.

You can configure prefix/suffixes whether or not the CHS is connected to your Pocket PC.

2. In the pop-up menu, select Prefix/Suffix...

3. In the screen that appears, enter the characters you want to be appended

to each scan (128 character maximum). Tap ok.

Only printable ASCII characters can be used as prefixes or suffixes. The default suffix is a carriage return.

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OPTIONAL: Run Scan Demo

Scan Demo makes it easy to determine the symbology, number of characters, and decoded data (in either ASCII or Hex) of any bar code supported by the scanner. This is especially useful if you encounter a bar code that the scanner will not decode by default.

1. Tap on the SocketScan icon. In the pop-up menu, tap Scan Demo. This

will close SocketScan and open Scan Demo as a separate application.

Accessing Scan Demo disconnects the Bluetooth link. If you have not configured the CHS to automatically connect, select the CHS tab at the bottom of the page to re-establish this link.

2. The Scan Demo screen will appear. If desired, use the check boxes at

the bottom of the screen to modify the test. Enable all symbologies: By default, this option is checked. Different

symbologies can sometimes interpret the same bar code differently, so you may want to uncheck this option.

Display as hex data: Check this box to view scanned data in hexadecimal format. Otherwise, data will appear as ASCII.

3. Scan the bar code. Scan Demo will report the properties of the bar code.

OPTIONAL: Configure Automatic Connections

You can only configure automatic connections for Pocket PCs using either Socket’s SDIO/CF Connection Kit or a built-in Bluetooth stack. The first time you connect your Pocket PC to the CHS, you will be prompted to enable automatic connections.

Afterwards, you can follow the appropriate instructions below to modify settings for automatic connections anytime.

Socket SDIO or CF Connection Kit:

1. From the Bluetooth Devices folder, tap Tools | My Favorites

2. Tap on the COM Port tab.

3. To have your Pocket PC automatically connect to the CHS whenever

you start SocketScan, select Use the favorite selected above and select Socket CHS [xxxxxx] in the drop-down menu. Tap ok.

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Built-in Bluetooth Stack:

1. Start the Socket CHS configuration utility.

Tap Start | Settings | System | Socket CHS.

2. The General screen should already display the correct Bluetooth

settings, already used to connect the Pocket PC to the CHS. Device information about the CHS you previously connected to should also be displayed.

3. Check the Automatically connect to CHS box to have your Pocket PC

automatically connect to the CHS whenever you start SocketScan. Tap ok.

3 | Setup for Palm

This chapter explains how to install and use the Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) with a Bluetooth enabled device running Palm OS 5.2 or later.

Setup Summary

STEP 1: Install batteries and attach tether. STEP 2: Charge the scanner. STEP 3: Uninstall other scanning software. STEP 4: Install the software. STEP 5: Connect scanner to PDA via Bluetooth. STEP 6: Scan data into your application.

OPTIONAL:

• Configure scan settings.

• Select symbologies.

• Test bar codes.

For help using SocketScan, tap on the any screen.

button on the top of

STEP 1: Install Batteries and Attach Tether

1. Use a coin or screwdriver to unlock and remove the battery cover. Turn

the lock underneath the scanner to a horizontal position. Remove the casing.

2. Install the batteries in opposite directions, as indicated by the positive

symbols.

WARNING: Do not install the batteries incorrectly. Damage may result.

3. If desired, attach the tether. Wrap the string loop around the inside part

of the lock.

4. Replace the battery cover and lock it into place.

5. If desired, attach the tether to a lanyard or belt.

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STEP 2: Charge the Scanner

Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries — this may cause alkaline batteries to leak and damage the CHS.

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

STEP 3: Uninstall Other Scanning Software

Delete any bar code scanning software you may already have installed on your device.

1. Tap Home, then tap Menu.

2. In the App menu, tap Delete.

3. In the Delete screen, scroll to select your bar code scanning application.

Tap Delete. In the confirmation screen, tap Yes.

STEP 4: Install the Software

1. Use HotSync and a serial/Ethernet/USB cable or cradle to connect your

device to a host PC.

2. Insert the installation CD into your host PC.

3. Use My Computer or Windows Explorer to access your CD-ROM drive.

In the CD, click on SETUP.EXE.

4. Follow the instructions on your screen to begin the installation process

for Palm.

• Read the instructions in the Welcome screen, then click Next.

• In the Main Page, click Install Software.

• In the Installation screen, click Palm OS.

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5. In the File Download screen click Run.

6. If a Security Warning screen appears, click Run.

7. The SocketScan Installation program will begin. Follow the instruction s

on your screen to install the software.

8. When software installation is complete, disconnect the device from the

host PC. Soft reset the device by pressing the reset button.

STEP 5: Connect Scanner to PDA via Bluetooth

1. Turn on the Cordless Hand Scanner. Press the

small power button for five seconds, until you

see the LED turn blue. The LED should blink blue once every second to show that the Bluetooth radio is on but not connected. If the LED begins blinking red, the battery needs to be recharged.

2. Start SocketScan. Tap Home. In the upper right corner, make sure All is

selected. Scroll down and tap on the SocketScan icon.

3. The main screen of SocketScan will appear, showing a picture of the

Socket SDIO In-Hand Scan Card. In the Scanner Device drop-down menu, select Bluetooth CHS.

4. The screen will display a picture of the Cordless Hand Scanner. In the

Device is field, tap Enabled.

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5. If you have not yet enabled your Bluetooth hardware, a message will ask

if you wish to do so. Tap OK.

6. Your device will begin searching for Bluetooth enabled devices in

range. After it finishes searching, select the Socket CHS from the list of discovered devices and tap OK.

The Cordless Hand Scanner will appear as Socket CHS [xxxxxx], where the characters in brackets are the last 6 characters of the scanner’s Bluetooth MAC address. If multiple Cordless Hand Scanners were detected, identify yours by checking the MAC address printed on a label in the battery compartment.

7. Your device will connect to the CHS. If a passkey is requested, enter

1234.

8. When the scanner connects to your device, the CHS will beep o nce. The

main screen of SocketScan will also indicate that the scanner is enabled, and the Configure, Symbologies, and Test buttons will appear at the bottom of the screen.

If the PDA suspends, the CHS will automatically re-connect once you turn on the PDA again.

If the CHS is taken out of range, or if the Bluetooth connection is otherwise lost, to resume operation you must enable it again in SocketScan.

For more information about the meanings of LEDs and beeps, please see page 9.

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STEP 6: Scan Data into Your Application

1. Start the Palm application that you want to receive the data (e.g.,

Memo). Make sure a document or spreadsheet is open.

Note: You cannot scan data into Palm Note Pad, because it is a graphics-based program.

2. Press the trigger button and scan the code. For example, try this bar code:

When data is read and transmitted to the host, the laser will turn off. Depending on the settings chosen in the SocketScan Configure screen, the scanner may beep and/or the LED may flash green. If the Scanner fails to read data within a few seconds, the laser will turn off, and you must try again.

3. After a successful scan, data should appear in your document. For

example, after you scan the code above into a Memo, data should appear in the first line. The default “CR” (carriage return) suffix will advance the cursor to the next line, ready for the next scan.

Note: Wait for the “Good Scan” indication before you scan another bar code. If you try to scan too fast, the device can lock up until you stop scanning.

For information about bar code scanning applications, please visit:

www.socketcom.com/solutions

OPTIONAL: Configure Scan Settings

1. Make sure the main screen of SocketScan reports that the CHS is

enabled. Tap Configure.

You can configure prefix/suffixes whether or not the CHS is connected to your device.

2. The Configure screen will appear. Enter any settings, as desired:

• Trigger Mode: Select Local to directly trigger the scanner whenever

you press the trigger button. Select Remote to have the scanner verify a connection to your PDA before it activates the laser.

• Read Indicator: Select how you would like the CHS to indicate that

data was successfully decoded and transmitted to the PDA.

• Auto reconnect to last device: Check to have your PDA automatically

connect to the last CHS unit it connected to whenever you tap Enabled in the main screen of SocketScan.

• Keep PDA alive for: Select how long you would like the PDA to stay

alive after the last scan. This feature allows you to scan data for several hours without touching the PDA, as long as you scan at least once before the time limit passes. Select System Default to keep your PDA alive for the amount of time set as default in the PDA’s system settings.

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• Insert Special: First tap in the Prefix or Suffix field to indicate where

you would like to enter special data, such as a date stamp, time stamp, tab, etc. Then tap on the Insert Special drop-down menu and select the type of special data to enter.

• Prefix: Tap to enter characters you would like appended before

scanned data (128 character maximum). Besides special data items, only printable ASCII characters can be used.

• Suffix: Tap to enter characters you would like appended after

scanned data (128 character maximum). Besides special data items, only printable ASCII characters can be used. The default suffix is a carriage return [CR].

• Launch App: Check the box, then use the drop-down menu that

appears to select an application that you would like SocketScan to automatically enter data into whenever you press the trigger button. The application will launch only when you are outside o f SocketScan (i.e., SocketScan is running in the background).

If you configured SocketScan to launch an application, whenever you scan data into a document, the data will only be entered after any existing data, no matter where you place the cursor. You will not be able to scan data into the mid dle of existing data.

For example, if you already scanned three lines of data into Memo, the next data you scan will appear on the fourth line, even if you place the cursor on a previous line before scanning.

3. After entering any settings, tap OK to make the changes take effect.

OPTIONAL: Select Symbologies

The feature makes it easy to modify which symbologies you want the scanner to recognize. By default, the scanner is set to recognize eight of the most common symbologies.

1. In the main screen of SocketScan, tap Symbologies.

2. In the screen that appears, check the symbologies you wish to enable.

Uncheck those you wish to disable. Tap OK.

Enabling all possible symbologies will make the decode process slightly longer.

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OPTIONAL: Test Bar Codes

SocketScan includes a Test feature that makes it easy to determine the symbology, number of characters, and decoded data (in either ASCII or Hex) of any bar code supported by the scanner. This is especially useful if you encounter a bar code that the scanner will not decode by default.

1. In the main screen of SocketScan, tap Test.

2. The Test Scan screen will appear. If desired, check the View as Hex box

to view scanned data in hexadecimal format. Otherwise, data will appear as ASCII.

3. Scan the bar code. You can either press the trigger button on the CHS,

or press the Scan button on the screen. SocketScan will report the properties of the bar code.

4. After you complete your testing, tap OK.

4 | Setup for Windows XP

This chapter explains how to install and use the Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) with a Bluetooth enabled computer running Windows XP.

Setup Summary

STEP 1: Install batteries and attach tether. STEP 2: Charge the scanner. STEP 3: Uninstall other scanning software. STEP 4: Install the software. STEP 5: Connect scanner to computer via Bluetooth. STEP 6: Configure scanner settings. STEP 7: Scan data into your application.

OPTIONAL:

• Assign sound and prefix/suffixes.

• Assign a trigger button.

• Select symbologies.

STEP 1: Install Batteries and Attach Tether

1. Use a coin or screwdriver to unlock and remove the battery cover. Turn

the lock underneath the scanner to a horizontal position. Remove the casing.

2. Install the batteries in opposite directions, as indicated by the positive

symbols.

WARNING: Do not install the batteries incorrectly. Damage may result.

3. If desired, attach the tether. Wrap the string loop around the inside part

of the lock.

4. Replace the battery cover and lock it into place.

5. If desired , attach the tether to a lanyard or belt.

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STEP 2: Charge the Scanner

WARNING: Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries — this may cause alkaline batteries to leak and damage the CHS.

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

STEP 3: Uninstall Other Scanning Software

Delete any bar code scanning software already on your computer.

1. Make sure the bar code scanning software is closed.

2. Click Start | Control Panel | Add or Remove Programs.

3. Select the bar code scanning software and click Remove.

4. Follow the instructions on your screen to remove the software.

STEP 4: Install the Software

1. Insert the installation CD into your host PC.

2. Use My Computer or Windows Explorer to access your CD-ROM drive.

In the CD, click on SETUP.EXE.

3. Follow the instructions on your screen to begin the installation process

for Windows XP.

• Read the instructions in the Welcome screen, then click Next.

• In the Main Page, click Install Software.

• In the Installation screen, click Windows XP.

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4. In th e File Download screen click Run.

Note: Screens for Internet Explorer

6.0 are shown.

5. If a Security Warning screen appears, click Run.

6. The SocketScan for Windows XP Setup program will begin. Follow the

instructions on your screen to install the software.

STEP 5: Connect Scanner to Computer via Bluetooth

The very first time you connect the CHS to your computer, you must manually connect via your Bluetooth software. Afterwards, you will be able to connect directly from SocketScan by right-clicking on the SocketScan icon and selecting Connect CHS. If desired, you can also configure the devices to automatically connect whenever within range.

1. Turn on the Cordless Hand Scanner. Press the small power button for

five seconds, until you see the LED turn blue. The LED should blink

blue once every second to show that the Bluetooth radio is on but not connected. If the LED begins blinking red, the battery needs to be recharged.

For more information about the LEDs and beeps, please refer to page 9.

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2. Follow the appropriate instructions for your Bluetooth hardware and

software to discover and connect to the CHS. Socket Connection Kit with BlueSoleil software:

• Insert the Socket card into your computer, using a CF-to-PC Card

adapter, or insert the Class 1 USB Adapter to the USB port.

• Start BlueSoleil. Click on the BlueSoleil icon on your desktop, or

click Start | All Programs | IVT BlueSoleil | BlueSoleil.

• Click My Bluetooth | Security. Check the box Set Default Passkey and

enter the default PIN

1234 in the field belo w.

• Double-click on the red ball to search for the

Cordless Hand Scanner, which will appear as Socket CHS [xxxxxx].

The characters in brackets are the last 6 characters of the scanner’s Bluetooth MAC address. If multiple Cordless Hand Scanners were detected, identify yours by checking the MAC address printed on a label under the batteries.

• Double-click on the Socket CHS icon to begin the service discovery.

After the Serial Port Service icon is highlighted at the top of the screen, right-click on the Serial Port Service icon and click Connect.

• When the devices connect, the CHS will beep once, and the

Bluetooth logo in the task tray will turn green.

• Click Tools | Configurations | Quick Connect. Choose a COM port

assigned to SPP (Serial Port Profile) and click Assign. In the next screen, select the CHS and click OK.

Remember which COM number

you assigned to the CHS and click OK.

WIDCOMM:

To determine if your computer uses a WIDCOMM Bluetooth stack, check the stack version in your Bluetooth software. Refer to the documentation for your Bluetooth hardware/software for instructions on discovering and connecting to the CHS.

Many Bluetooth USB adapters use the WIDCOMM stack. Although the name may be different, the Bluetooth manager screen will resemble the one shown below.

• Perform a Quick Connect to a Bluetooth Serial Port. Click on the

Bluetooth icon in the task tray. In the pop-up menu, click

Quick Connect | Bluetooth Serial Port | Find Devices.

It is essential to connect to the CHS via Quick Connect because this sets the CHS as your default Bluetooth serial device.

• During the device discovery, the Cordless Hand Scanner will appear

as Socket CHS [xxxxxx]

• If a passkey is requested, enter

the CHS will beep once.

By default, the Bluetooth software will ask you for th e passkey each time you connect. To stop the automatic prompts, under Advanced Configuration, disable the Secure Connection requirement for both the Local Service and Client Application, then unpair the devices. Refer to the documentation for your Bluetooth hardware/software.

1234. To indicate the connection,

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Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2: Refer to the documentation for your Bluetooth hardware/software for instructions on discovering and connecting to the CHS.

• Use the Add Bluetooth Device Wizard to discover and connect to the

Cordless Hand Scanner. Click on the Bluetooth icon in the task tray. In the pop-up menu, click Add a Bluetooth Device.

• During the device discovery, the Cordless Hand Scanner will appear

as Socket CHS [xxxxxx]

• In the passkey options screen, select the option Let me choose my

own passkey and enter a passkey of your choice.

• To indicate the connection, the CHS will beep once.

• In the last screen of the Add Bluetooth Device Wizard, note the

COM number of the

Outgoing COM port.

Other Bluetooth Hardware/Software:

Refer to the documentation for your Bluetooth hardware/software for instructions on discovering and connecting to the CHS.

Although the CHS may operate correctly with other Bluetooth stacks, Socket has only confirmed compatibility with the Socket, Widcomm, and Microsoft SP2 Bluetooth stacks.

• During the device discovery, the Cordless Hand Scanner will appear

as Socket CHS [xxxxxx]

• If a passkey is requested, enter

1234. To indicate the connection,

the CHS will beep once.

• Note which COM port is assigned to the Cordless Hand Scanner.

This is the same COM port used for Bluetooth outbound serial communications. For some hardware/software, you need to manually assign the Serial port to the Cordless Hand Scanner.

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STEP 6: Configure Scanner Settings

1. Start SocketScanXP by clicking on the icon on your

desktop. Otherwise, you can click: Start | All Programs | SocketScanXP | SocketScanXP.

2. The SocketScan icon should appear in the task tray at the bottom

of your screen, indicating that your computer has not detected a scanner. Right-click on the icon. In the pop-up menu, click Settings.

3. Click on the CHS tab. Check the box Enable Socket CHS support.

4. In the Bluetooth stack field, select the Bluetooth hardware used by your computer.

• Socket BlueSoleil: Select if using Socket’s Connection Kit with BlueSoleil.

In the COM Port field, select the SPP COM port number assigned to the CHS for Quick Connect. It will appear as a Bluelet COM number.

• Widcomm: Select if your computer uses the Widcomm Bluetooth stack.

Many third-party USB Bluetooth adapters use the Widcomm stack. The COM Port field will not appear for Widcomm.

• Microsoft SP2: Select if your computer uses Microsoft’s Windows

XP Service Pack 2 Bluetooth stack. In the COM Port field, select the Outgoing COM port number assigned to the CHS.

• Other: Select if using an add-on Bluetooth adapter not made by

Socket. In the COM Port field, select the Serial COM port assigned to the CHS (i.e., the COM port assigned for outgoing Bluetooth serial communications).

5. If desired, adjust the CHS trigger operation, good read, auto re-connect,

and power management options.

• CHS trigger operation:

− Scan always: Select if you would like the CHS to scan whether or not

it has a Bluetooth connection to the host device.

− Scan only when connected to host: Select if you would like the CHS

to detect a Bluetooth connection to the host device before it scans. Scanning will be a few milliseconds slower. This option allows the CHS to be triggered remotely if needed.

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• Good read indication on CHS: Select how you would like the scanner to

indicate that data has been successfully scanned and transmitted to the ho st device. (This is separate from good read indications from the computer, which are configured in the General screen).

− Beep: If you would like the CHS to beep to indicate good reads,

indicate the frequency. If using the CHS in a noisy environment, you may want to adjust the frequency as needed.

The delay in the ‘good scan’ beep increases with the distance from the host, giving the user valuable feedback about the signal strength of the connection

− Flash green LED: Check if you would like the CHS to flash a green

LED to indicate good reads.

• Auto re-connect: Configure how you would like your computer to attempt to

automatically re-connect to the CHS in case the Bluetooth connection is lost.

− Max attempts: Indicate how many times you would like your

computer to attempt to re-connect to the CHS.

− Time limit per attempt: Indicate how long you would like each re-

connection attempt to last.

• Power management: By default, the CHS will turn off if 20 minutes have

passed without any Bluetooth connection. Check the Disable CHS Auto Power Off mode box to have the CHS remain on even when 20 minutes have elapsed without a Bluetooth connection.

6. After modifying any settings, click OK.

7. As prompted, exit and restart SocketScan to have the changes take

effect.

8. Right-click the SocketScan icon at the bottom of the screen and click

Connect CHS.

After you configure the correct Bluetooth hardware settings in SocketScan, the Connect CHS menu option allows you to connect to the CHS directly from SocketScan, instead of manually connecting via your Bluetooth software.

The Connect CHS option will not appear unless you checked the box Enable CHS Support in the SocketScanXP settings.

SocketScan will not be able to connect to the CHS if you have another device assigned as your favorite or default Bluetooth serial device. If needed, remove any such settings.

9. The task tray icon at the bottom of your screen will change to

indicate that SocketScan has detected (i.e., is connected to) the CHS. The icon will show an image of the scanner.

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STEP 7: Scan Data into Your Application

1. Start the Windows application that you want to receive the data (e.g.,

Excel, Notepad, etc.). Make sure a document or spreadsheet is open.

2. Press the trigger button and scan the code. For example, try this bar

code:

When data is read and transmitted to the host, the laser will turn off. Depending on the settings you chose in the SocketScanXP settings, the scanner may beep and/or the LED may flash green.

If the Scanner fails to read data within a few seconds, the laser will turn off, and you must try again.

3. After a successful scan, data should appear in your document. For

example, after you scan the code above into an Excel spreadsheet, data should appear in the first cell.

Wait for the “Good Scan” indication before you scan another bar code. If you try to scan too fast, the device can lo ck up until you stop scanning.

For information about bar code scanning applications, please

www.socketcom.com/solutions

visit:

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OPTIONAL: Assign Sound and Prefix/Suffix Settings

You can configure these settings whether or not the CHS is connected to your computer.

1. In SocketScanXP Settings, click on the General tab.

2. Adjust any settings as desired:

Good read notification sound:

Select which sound you would like your computer to use to indicate good readings of data. By default, your computer will beep.

• If you would like your computer to play a .WAV file, select Play a

.WAV file and click Browse to indicate the file location.

Prefix/Suffix:

Enter any prefix and/or suffixes you would like SocketScan to automatically append to scanned data (128 character max., printable ASCII characters only). By default, SocketScan will enter a carriage return after every data scan.

• Use \r for Carriage Return, \n for Linefeed, \t for Tab., \\ for a single \

character.

• Other characters can be typed or entered using the format \nnn, where

nnn = ASCII character 001 through 255.

3. After adjusting any settings, click OK. As prompted, exit and restart

SocketScanXP to have your changes take effect.

OPTIONAL: Configure Advanced Bluetooth Settings

The SocketScanXP utility enables you configure advan ced Bluetooth settings of the CHS, including the Bluetooth friendly name and security settings.

1. In SocketScanXP Settings, click on the CHS tab.

The Trigger and Barcodes tabs will only appear if you are connected to the CHS.

2. At the bottom of the CHS screen, the CHS battery level will be indicated

by a status bar. Click Advanced.

3. The CHS Advanced Settings screen will appear, reporting the current

Bluetooth friendly name assigned to the CHS.

4. If desired, select Friendly Name or Security and click Change.

5. In the screen that appears, enter any changes and click OK.

CHS Friendly Name: Enter a new friendly name and click OK.

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CHS Security Settings: Enter a PIN code and/or any authentication or encryption settings. If desired, click Delete Bonding to delete any bonding/pairing information in the CHS. After making any changes, click OK.

6. If you modified any security settings, you will be prompted to turn your CHS

off and back on to make the changes take effect. Read the message and click OK. Turn the CHS off and back on again.

7. When you return to the CHS Advanced Settings screen, click Close.

8. In the SocketScanXP Settings screen, click OK.

9. Exit and restart SocketScanXP to have your changes take effect.

OPTIONAL: Assign a Trigger Button

The SocketScanXP utility enables you to assign one of your computer’s function keys to trigger the CHS.

10. In SocketScanXP Settings, click on the Trigger tab.

The Trigger and Barcodes tabs will only appear if you are connected to the CHS.

11. Select the function key you would like to use as a trigger key. Click OK.

12. As prompted, exit and restart SocketScanXP to have your changes take

effect.

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OPTIONAL: Select Symbologies

The SocketScanXP utility makes it easy to modify which symbologies you want the scanner to recognize and decode.

1. In SocketScanXP Settings, click on the Barcodes tab.

The Trigger and Barcodes tabs will only appear if you are connected to the CHS.

2. Check the symbologies you wish to enable. Uncheck those you wish to

disable. Click OK.

Enabling all possible symbologies will make the decode process slightly longer.

3. As prompted, exit and restart SocketScanXP to have your changes take

effect.

OPTIONAL: View Version Information

1. In SocketScanXP Settings, click on the About tab.

The Trigger and Barcodes tabs will only appear if you are connected to the CHS.

2. View the control panel applet (CPL) and CHS firmware version information.

Click OK.

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Appendix A Specifications

Physical Characteristics

Size: 125l x 31h x 35w (mm) 4.9l x 1.2h x 1.4w (in.) Total Mass: approx. 90 g (0.2 lb)

Power Source: Two AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries Expected Battery Life with Normal Operation (connected via Bluetooth and

minimum 2,000 bar code scans): 8 hours

Operating Temp: 32 to 120°F (0 to 50°C)

Operating System Support:

• Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE, XP, XP Tablet Edition

• Palm OS v5.2 and later

For information about using the CHS with Symbian OS, please visit:

www.socketcom.com/product/cordless.asp?Type=Scanner

2005 Sunrise Date Compliant

Scanning Characteristics

Bar Code Symbologies Decoded: Code 39, UPC/EAN/JAN, MSI, Code

128, Code 93, Codabar, I 2 of 5, D 2 of 5, RSS-14

Laser: Class 1 (CHS 7M) with Fuzzy Logic (Optional Class 2 (CHS 7P)

with Fuzzy Logic)

Scan Angle: 46.5°

Laser Scanner Performance:

Scan Repetition Rate: 50 (± 3) scans/sec (bi-directional) Decode Distances: 2.2 to 40+ inches depends on symbol size, symbology,

label media, W-N Ratio, scan angle

Bluetooth Characteristics

Protocol: Bluetooth 2.45 GHz ISM band frequency hopping Antenna: Integrated Radio Range: Up to 330 ft (100 m), depending on environment Connection: Point-to-point Security: Encrypted link RF Power: Class 1 radio; Typical Output: 14 dbm

Certification/Compliance

FCC: Part 15, Class B CE: EN55024:1998 C-TICK: s.182 Bluetooth 1.1 TELEC

ETS 300 328 ETS 300 826

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About Bluetooth Range

The Cordless Hand Scanner 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 the CHS while connected to a variety of typical host devices with Class 2 radios, functional connection distances from 18 to over 100 feet 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. Hard materials such as concrete increase the range.

• Human bodies or containers of liquid positioned between the host and

the CHS.

• The presence and activity level of competing Bluetooth or 802.11

(Wi-Fi) 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.

APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS 61

Appendix B Safety and Usage Tips

About Bluetooth and Health

Bluetooth wireless technology allows you to use short-range radio signals to connect a variety of devices, such as bar code 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 1 mW (1/1000 of a watt). 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 (1mW) 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 Cordless Hand Scanner need service, please contact Socket technical support at:

• 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 Cordless Hand Scanner since it will reduce the radio transmission efficiency.

support@socketcom.com.

Efficient Use

For optimum performance, please make sure that there is no metal surrounding your Cordless Hand Scanner.

Driving

RF energy may affect some electronic systems in motor vehicles, such as car stereo, safety equipment, etc. Check with your vehicle manufacturer to be sure that the Cordless Hand Scanner will not affect the vehicle’s electronics.

Aircraft

• Turn off your Cordless Hand Scanner before boarding any aircraft.

• To prevent interference with communications systems, you must not use

your Cordless Hand Scanner while the plane is in the air.

• Do not use it on the ground without permission from the crew.

Radio Frequency Exposure

Your Cordless Hand Scanner contains a radio transmitter and receiver. When in operation, it communicates with a Bluetooth enabled mobile computer by receiving and transmitting radio frequency (RF) magnetic fields in the frequency range 2400 to 2500 MHz. The output power of the radio transmitter is 0.001 Watt. The Cordless Hand Scanner is designed to be in compliance with the RF exposure limits set by national authorities and international health agencies

when installed or used separately from other

antennas or radio transmitters.

Examples of RF exposure standards and guidelines:

ICNIRP, “Guidelines for limiting exposure to time-varying electric, magnetic, and electromagnetic fields (up to 300 GHz)”, International Commission on NonIonizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP), Health Physics, vol. 74, pp 494-533, April

1998.

99/519/EC, EU Council Recommendation on the limitation of exposure to the general public to electromagnetic fields 0 Hz – 300 GHz, Official Journal of the European Communities, July 12, 1999.

ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992, “Safety levels with respect to human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz”, The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc., New York, 1991.

FCC Report and Order, ET Docket 93-62, FCC 96-326, Federal Communications Commission (FCC), August 1996.

Radiocommunications (Electromagnetic Radiation Human Exposure) Standard 1999, Australian Communications Authority (ACA), May 1999.

APPENDIX B: SAFETY AND USAGE TIPS 63

Appendix C Bar Code Label

Specifications

All bar code symbols/labels should satisfy the appropriate AIM Uniform Symbology Specification.

Background Substrate:

The bar code symbol should be printed on material (media) that is reflective and has a matte (not glossy) finish. A background diffuse reflectance of at least 70% to 80% is desirable for optimum contrast. Retro-reflective media should be used to obtain decode distances greater than 36 inches.

Ink Color and Type:

The inked bars should not exceed 25% reflectance at the wavelength that is being used for reading, whether printed with black ink or colored ink. The reflectance value should not vary more than 5% within the same character.

Voids and Specks:

The code should be printed clearly, free of voids, specks, blemishes and lines that could “fool” the scanner. Specks or blemishes in the white spaces, or false or missing bar sections could be interpreted by the reading equipment as part of the code. Generally, the width of such flaws is more serious than the height. Code symbols/ labels should be rejected if these defects are present.

Definition:

The bars in the bar code symbol should be well defined. Their edges should not be rough or fuzzy, so that the bars and spaces have the proper widths intended for the bar code symbology used.

Contrast:

Background reflectance (that of the substrate on which the codes are printed) should always provide a good contrast relative to the ink reflectance (that of the code bars). The difference between the two should be at least 37.5% at the wavelength used for reading.

Tolerance:

The ratio of the widths of bars and spaces in a bar code symbol must conform to the appropriate AIM bar code specifications and can cause problems if not correct throughout the bar code. Problems can occur when bar edges are smeared or rough, or when they exhibit voids.

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Appendix D Enabling or Disabling

Symbologies

The Cordless Hand Scanner is pre-set to automatically detect and decode (auto-discriminate) the most common bar code symbologies. To enable or disable symbologies, simply use SocketScan’s Symbology Selector.

Notes:

• The length of some symbologies will change after Symbology Selector is

used. See Table 1.

• With more symbologies enabled, the scanner must work harder to search

through all the possible combinations. This may make the decoding process slightly longer.

• The advanced symbology parameters listed in Table 2 can only be modified

by using the SocketScan Advanced Programming Guide or the SocketScan SDK. Check Socket’s website for updates.

Table 1. Default Symbologies

Symbology

UPC/EAN/JAN

UPC-A Enabled N/A N/A UPC-E Enabled N/A N/A UPC-E1 Disabled N/A N/A EAN-8 Enabled N/A N/A EAN-13 Enabled N/A N/A

Code 128 (USS-128 & UCC/EAN 128) Code 39*

Code 39 Enabled 2 to 23 2 to 55 Trioptic Code 39 Enabled 2 to 23 2 to 55 Code 39 Full ASCII Disabled 2 to 23 2 to 55

Code 93 Interleaved 2 of 5* Discrete 2 of 5* Codabar MSI Plessey* RSS-14 (Standard, Limited, Expanded)**

*Warning: Setting the length to “Any” may lead to inaccurate decodes of these symbologies. **This symbology will be added in the next release.

Scanner

Default

Enabled Any Any

Disabled 2 to 38 2 to 55

Enabled 14 Only 2 to 55 Disabled 12 Only 2 to 55 Disabled 5 to 55 2 to 55 Disabled 1 to 30 2 to 55 Disabled N/A N/A

Default Length

Length after

Symbology Selector

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Table 2. Other Symbology Parameters

Symbology Parameters Scanner Default

UPC/EAN/JAN

Supplementals Disabled Transmit Check Digit Enabled Bookland EAN Disabled Decode UPC/EAN Supplementals Ignore UPC/EAN Supplemental Redundancy Seven Transmit UPC-A Check Digit Enabled Transmit UPC-E Check Digit Enabled Transmit UPC-E1 Check Digit Enabled Convert UPC-E to A Disabled Convert UPC-E1 to A Disabled EAN-8 Zero Extend Disabled UPC/EAN Security Level 0 UPC/EAN Coupon Code Disabled

Code 39

Convert Code 39 to Code 32 Disabled Code 32 Prefix Disabled Check Digit Verification Disabled Transmit Check Digit Disabled Code 39 Full ASCII Disabled

Interleaved 2 of 5

Check Digit Verification Disabled Transmit Check Digit Disabled Convert I 2 of 5 to EAN-13 Disabled

RSS-14

Disabled RSS-14 Limited Disabled RSS-14 Expanded Disabled

For more information on bar codes, symbologies, labels or other bar code related topics, visit any of the following web sites:

www.aimglobal.org/technologies/barcode/

www.aimglobal.org/aimstore/stackedsymbologies.htm

www.adams1.com

www.bizfonts.com

www.barcode-us.com/info_center/upc.htm (UPC Codes)

www.barcode-us.com/info_center/bookinfo.htm (Bookland EAN)

www.dataid.com/bcsymbology.htm

www.aaabarcodes.com

www.snx.com/mechanics.html

www.pscnet.com/html/aabcsymbologies.htm#Checksums

www.idautomation.com/barcoding4beginners.html

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Appendix E Decode Zone

The decode zones for the Cordless Hand Scanner is shown below. The minimum element width (“X Dimension” or bar code “size”) is the width in thousandths of an inch (mils) of the narrowest element (bar or space) in the symbol. The figures shown are the typical scanning distances (depths of field) for selected bar code sizes. The maximum usable length of a bar code symbol (Width of Field) at any given range is also shown.

68 | APPENDIX E: DECODE ZONE

Appendix F Troubleshooting

For help on SocketScan, tap Start | Help on a Pocket PC, or tap on the icon on a Palm device.

SYMPTOM:

I get the “No Scanner Detected” Windows device and can’t trigger the laser or scan any bar codes.

POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION

Your mobile computer is not connected to the Cordless Hand Scanner.

SYMPTOM:

When I try to scan, the laser activates, but no data appears on my screen, and the laser eventually turns off.

POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION

The scanner is too close or too far from the bar code.

The bar code is incorrectly formatted or poorly printed.

The bar code symbology may be disabled or not supported by the Cordless Hand Scanner.

SYMPTOM:

My mobile computer cannot find the Cordless Hand Scanner, and/or I get an error message saying that there are connection problems.

POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION

You are too far from the Cordless Hand Scanner. The Cordless Hand Scanner is not turned on. You have assigned another device as your favorite or default Bluetooth serial device.

icon in the task tray of my

Make sure the Cordless Hand Scanner is on and in range and has enough battery power. Try to reconnect.

Practice so you get accustomed the most effective distance and scanning angle. Try scanning a bar code that is correctly formatted or printed well, such as on a retail package. Use Scan Demo for Windows Mobile or the Test screen for Palm OS to identify the symbology. If needed, enable the symbology by using Symbology Selector for Windows Mobile or the Symbology screen for Palm OS.

Move the devices closer together, within a range of 10-15 meters. Turn on the Cordless Hand Scanner. Remove any settings that assign another device as your favorite Bluetooth serial device.

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SYMPTOM:

While scanning with the CHS, I turned off the Pocket PC, or my Pocket PC entered suspend mode. Now my Pocket PC won’t turn on again.

POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION

This is a known problem with the Widcomm stack (built into HP

Soft reset the Pocket PC by

pressing the reset button. h221X iPAQ Pocket PCs with ROM version 1.00).

SYMPTOM:

While scanning with the CHS, I turned off the Pocket PC, or my Pocket PC entered suspend mode. Now the CHS won’t reconnect to my Pocket PC.

POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION

There is a problem with the Widcomm stack on some Pocket

Soft reset the Pocket PC by

pressing the reset button. PCs where the CHS can be discovered but fails to communicate. Affected units include the HP iPAQ models h221X with ROM version 1.10 and h1945.

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Appendix G Technical Support

If you have trouble installing or using the Cordless Hand Scanner with Bluetooth Wireless Technology, contact Socket’s technical support department for assistance.

IMPORTANT! To obtain personal assistance from a Socket technical support engineer, you must first register your product online at

www.socketcom.com/prodreg.

After you register your product and log in, click on the Technical Support tab, then click New Trouble Ticket to submit an online request for technical support. Afterwards , you can log on anytime to monitor the status of your request. If we are unable to resolve your support inquiry online, we can arrange for a technical support representative to call you at a specific time.

Please refrain from disassembling the Cordless Hand Scanner. Disassembly of this device will void the product warranty.

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Limited Warranty

Socket Communications Incorporated (Socket) warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and service, for the following period from the date of purchase:

Cordless Hand Scanner: Two years

Incompatibility is not a defect covered by Socket’s warranty. During the warranty period, Socket will, at its option, repair or replace the defective product at no charge when furnished with proof of retail purchase, provided that you deliver the product to Socket or to an authorized Socket Service Center.

The returned product must be accompanied by a return material authorization (RMA) number issued by Socket or by Socket's Authorized Service Center. If you ship the product, you must use the original container or equivalent and you must pay the shipping charges to Socket. Socket will pay shipping charges back to any location in the contiguous United States. This warranty applies only to the original retail purchaser and is not transferable.

Socket may, at its option, replace or repair the product with new or reconditioned parts and the returned product becomes Socket's property. Socket warrants the repaired or replaced products to be free from defects in material or workmanship for ninety (90) days after the return shipping date, or for the duration of the original warranty period, whichever is greater.

This warranty does not cover the replacement of products damaged by abuse, accident, misuse or misapplication, nor as a result of service or modification other than by Socket.

SOCKET IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING DAMAGE TO PROPERTY AND, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, DAMAGES FOR PERSONAL INJURY. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Some states do not allow limitation of implied warranties, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so that the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

This product may contain fully tested, recycled parts, warranted as if new. For warranty information, phone (510) 744-2700.

LIMITED WARRANTY. SOCKET warrants that the original disk or CD ROM is free from defects for 90 days from the date of delivery of the SOFTWARE.

CUSTOMER REMEDIES. SOCKET’S entire liability and your exclusive remedy shall be, at SOCKET’S option, either (a) return of the price paid or (b) replacement of the SOFTWARE which does not meet SOCKET’S Limited Warranty and which is returned to SOCKET with a copy of your receipt. Any replacement SOFTWARE will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or 30 days, whichever is longer. THESE REMEDIES ARE NOT AVAILABLE OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.

NO OTHER WARRANTIES. SOCKET disclaims all other warranties, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, with respect to the SOFTWARE and the accompanying written materials. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have others which vary from state to state.

NO LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. In no event shall SOCKET or its suppliers be liable for any damages whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss of business profits, business interruption, loss of business information, or other pecuniary loss) arising out of the use of or inability to use the SOFTWARE, even if SOCKET has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Because some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, the above limitation may not apply to you.

EXPORT LAW ASSURANCES. You may not use or otherwise export or reexport the SOFTWARE except as authorized by United States law and laws of the jurisdiction in which the SOFTWARE was obtained. In particular, but without limitation, none of the SOFTWARE may be used or otherwise exported or reexported (a) into (or to a national or resident of) a United States embargoed country or (b) to anyone on the U.S. Treasury Department’s list of Specially Designated Nationals or the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Table of Denial Orders. By using the SOFTWARE, you represent and warrant that you are not located in, under control of, or a national or resident of any such country or on any such list.

Limited Software Warranty

GOVERNMENT END USERS. If the SOFTWARE is supplied to the U. S. Government, the SOFTWARE is classified as “restricted computer software” as defined in clause 52.227-19 of the FAR. The U. S. Government ‘s rights to the SOFTWARE are as provided in clause 52.227-19 of the FAR.

CONTROLLING LAW AND SEVERABILITY. This License shall be governed by the laws of the United States and the State of California. If for any reason a court of competent jurisdiction finds any provision, or portion thereof, to be unenforceable, the remainder of this License shall continue in full force and effect.

Regulatory Compliance

The Socket Cordless Hand Scanner is designed to be compliant with the rules and regulations in locations where they are sold and will be labeled as required. This product is type approved — users are not required to obtain license or authorization before using.

This product has been certified as conforming to technological standards. Therefore, the following actions are punishable by law:

• Disassembly or modification of this product

• Removal of identification labels on the back of the product

The frequency used by this product is also used by industrial, scientific and medical devices, such as microwave ovens, as well as wireless detectors for motion detectors, such as those requiring licenses used on manufacturing lines or similar radio transmitters (all of these wireless devices will be called “other wireless transmitters” below). Most modern electronic equipment (e.g., in hospitals and cars), is shielded from RF energy. However, certain electronic equipment is not.

1. Please ensure that all medical devices used in proximity to this device

meet appropriate susceptibility specifications for this type of RF energy.

2. In the unlikely event that there is electronic in terference between this

system and other wireless transmitters, quickly change the location of operation or stop operating the unit (cease signal transmission).

3. If other electrical interference or related problems occur, contact Socket

technical support at

support@socketcom.com

Radio Frequency Interference Requirements

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment is also ETS EN300 328-2, ETS EN301 489-1 and ETS EN301 489-17 compliant. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his or her own expense.

This equipment generates and radiates radio-frequency energy. To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the following antenna installation and device operating configurations must be satisfied: (1) Users are not permitted to make changes or modify the system in any way, and (2) connecting external antennas to the Cordless Hand Scanner is prohibited. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operated with any other antenna or transmitter.

To comply with Industry Canada RF exposure compliance requirements, the following antenna installation and device operating configurations must be satisfied: “The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, available at Health Canada’s website

www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ehp/ehd/catalogue/rpb.htm”

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user may try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna of the radio or television.

• Increase the distance separating the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different branch circuit than that

of the receiver.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The user may find the following booklet helpful: How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems. This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.

Canada Certification

The marking of “IC:xxxxxx-yyyyyy” on the device means: “xxxxxxyyyyyy” is the certification number, and the term “IC’ before the equipment certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.

Radio Frequency Interference Requirements – Canada

This Class B digital apparatus meets the requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigencies du Reglement sur le Matériel Brouilleur du Canada.

NOTE: To comply with FCC and Industry Canada exposure requirements, this device is approved for operations in a user’s hand when there is a distance of 20 cm or more between the device antenna and the user’s body.

CE Marking & European Union Compliance

Products intended for sale within the European Union are marked with a CE Mark which indicates compliance to applicable Directives and European Normes (EN), as follows. Amendments to these Directives or ENs are included: Normes (EN), as follows:

Applicable Directives:

• Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive

1999/5/EC

• Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC

Applicable Standards:

• EN 55 022 – Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Interference

Characteristics of Information Technology Equipment.

• EN 50 082-1 – Electromagnetic Compatibility – General Immunity

Standard, Part 1: Residential, Commercial, Light Industry.

• IEC 801.2 – Electromagnetic Compatibility for Industrial Process

Measurement and Control Equipment, Part 2: Electrostatic Discharge Requirements.

• IEC 801.3 – Electromagnetic Compatibility for Industrial Process

Measurement and Control Equipment, Part 3: Radiated Electromagnetic Field Requirements.

• IEC 801.4 - Electromagnetic Compatibility for Industrial Process

Measurement and Control Equipment, Part 4: Electrical Fast Transients Requirements

• EN 60 950 + Amd 1 + Amd 2 – Safety of Information Technology

Equipment Including Business Equipment.

LASER DEVICE:

Class 1 laser devices are not considered to be hazardous when used for their intended purpose. The following statement is required to comply with U.S. and international regulations:

CAUTION: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedure other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser light exposures.

Class 2 laser scanners use a low power, visible light diode. As with any very bright light source, such as the sun, the user should avoid staring directly into the light beam. Momentary exposure to a Class 2 laser is not known to be harmful.

Battery Warning:

• Your device contains a rechargeable NiMH battery. Never throw the

battery into a fire, as that could cause the battery to explode.

• Never short-circuit the battery by bringing the terminals in contact with

another metal object. This could cause personal injury or a fire, and could also damage the battery.

• Never dispose of used battery with other ordinary solid wastes.

Batteries contain toxic substances.

• Dispose of used battery in accordance with the prevailing community

regulations that apply to the disposal of batteries. Cover the metal terminals with insulating tape. (This is to prevent accidental shortcircuiting).

• Never expose the battery to any liquid.

• Always keep the battery out of reach of infants or small children.

• Never shock the battery by dropping it or throwing it.

• Dispose of a spent or damaged battery promptly.

Product Disposal

Your device should not be placed in municipal waste. Please check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.

Socket Mobile Cordless Hand Scanner User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Copyright Notice

1 | Introduction

About the Software

About Combining Scanning with Bluetooth

System Requirements

Package Contents

Product Registration

Hardware Features

2 | Setup for Windows Mobile

STEP 1: Install Batteries and Attach Tether

STEP 2: Charge the Scanner

STEP 3: Uninstall Other Scanning Software

STEP 4: Install the Software

STEP 5: Configure Scanner Settings

STEP 6: Connect Scanner to Pocket PC via Bluetooth

STEP 7: Scan Data into Your Application

OPTIONAL: Select Symbologies

OPTIONAL: Configure Prefix/Suffixes

OPTIONAL: Run Scan Demo

OPTIONAL: Configure Automatic Connections

3 | Setup for Palm

STEP 1: Install Batteries and Attach Tether

STEP 2: Charge the Scanner

STEP 3: Uninstall Other Scanning Software

STEP 4: Install the Software

STEP 5: Connect Scanner to PDA via Bluetooth

STEP 6: Scan Data into Your Application

OPTIONAL: Configure Scan Settings

OPTIONAL: Select Symbologies

OPTIONAL: Test Bar Codes

4 | Setup for Windows XP

STEP 1: Install Batteries and Attach Tether

STEP 2: Charge the Scanner

STEP 3: Uninstall Other Scanning Software

STEP 4: Install the Software

STEP 5: Connect Scanner to Computer via Bluetooth

STEP 6: Configure Scanner Settings

STEP 7: Scan Data into Your Application

OPTIONAL: Assign Sound and Prefix/Suffix Settings

OPTIONAL: Configure Advanced Bluetooth Settings

OPTIONAL: Assign a Trigger Button

OPTIONAL: Select Symbologies

OPTIONAL: View Version Information

Appendix A Specifications

Appendix B Safety and Usage Tips

Appendix E Decode Zone

Appendix F Troubleshooting

Appendix G Technical Support

Limited Warranty

Regulatory Compliance