Socket Mobile CHS2 Cordless Hand Scanner User Manual
Socket Mobile, Inc. Cordless Hand Scanner Users Manual
Contents
- 1. Manual
- 2. Users Manual
Users Manual
Socket
Bluetooth® Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) Series 7 (v3)
1D Models
User’s Guide
11/2011 Document# 6410-00233 JJ
COPYRIGHT NOTICE
Copyright © 2004-2011 Socket Mobile, Inc. All rights reserved.
Socket, the Socket logo, Battery Friendly, Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner, SocketCare, SocketScan, Mobility
Friendly, and SoMo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Socket Mobile, Inc. Bluetooth and the Bluetooth logos are
registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to Socket Mobile, Inc. Apple, iPad, iPhone, iPod
touch, and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a trademark of
Apple Inc. All other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective holders.
The Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner includes technology licensed under United States Patent Numbers 5,902,991,
7,429,000 B1 and D526,320 S.
Reproduction of the contents of this manual without the permission of Socket Mobile is expressly prohibited. Please be
aware that the products described in this manual may change without notice. Feel free to contact Socket Mobile at:
Socket Mobile, Inc.
39700 Eureka Drive, Newark, CA 94560-4808, USA
+1-510-933-3000
USA/Canada Toll-free: 1-800-552-3300
http://www.socketmobile.com/contact
Other than the above, Socket Mobile can assume no responsibility for anything resulting from the application of
information contained in this manual.
Please refrain from any applications of the Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner that are not described in this manual.
Please refrain from disassembling the Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner. Disassembly of this device will void the product
warranty.
You can track new product releases, software updates and technical bulletins by visiting the Socket Mobile website at:
http://www.socketmobile.com.
IMPORTANT! The information in this User’s Guide pertains to 1D
versions of the Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) v3
hardware, which have the following part numbers:
CHS version Type of Barcode Scanner Part Number
7C Imager 8550-00061
7E Class 1 laser 8550-00056
7M Class 2 laser 8550-00057
7P Class 2 laser, durable casing 8550-00058
7NRx Class 1 laser, antimicrobial casing 8550-00046
If you have an older version of the CHS, you can download the appropriate manual at:
http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads
If you have the CHS 7X, 7XRx, 7Xi or 7XiRx (with 2D support), please refer to the appropriate
user’s guide at: http://www.socketmobile.com/pdf/data-collection/chs-7x_ug.pdf
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
COPYRIGHT NOTICE 2
1 | INTRODUCTION 4
2 | SCANNER SETUP 11
3 | SETUP FOR WINDOWS PC 14
4 | SETUP FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 34
5 | SETUP FOR APPLE 54
6 | SETUP FOR ANDROID 59
7 | SETUP FOR BLACKBERRY 74
APPENDICES
A SPECIFICATIONS 87
B SAFETY AND USAGE TIPS 90
C BARCODE LABEL SPECIFICATIONS 92
D DECODE ZONE 93
E COMMAND BARCODES FOR CHS 7C 96
F COMMAND BARCODES FOR CHS 7E, 7M, 7P, 7NRX 101
G SPECIAL BUTTON SEQUENCES 107
H CAB INSTALLATION 108
I CONNECTION BARCODES 109
J TROUBLESHOOTING 110
K TECHNICAL SUPPORT 117
LIMITED WARRANTY 118
SOFTWARE LICENSE 119
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE 120
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1 | INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) Series 7. The CHS is a
portable handheld barcode scanner that is small, light, comfortable to use, and enables you to
scan data from 1D barcodes into a wide variety of computers, smartphones and PDAs.
SCANNER MODELS (1D VERSIONS)
Model Scanning Engine Extra Durable
Exterior Casing
Antimicrobial
Casing
7C Imager
7E Class 1 Laser
7M Class 2 laser
7P Class 2 Laser
7NRx Class 1 Laser
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Socket Bluetooth
Cordless Hand Scanner USB AC charging kit
2 NiMH
rechargeable
AAA batteries
Lanyard/Belt Cli
p
retractable tet
CD with softwar
e
documentati
o
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Socket highly recommends that all customers register their products. Product registration is
required to access technical support. You can also opt in for special offers, upgrades, and new
product information. Register online at: http://support.socketmobile.com Alternatively, if you
install SocketScan 10, you can register the CHS through the software.
SOCKETCARE™ SERVICE PROGRAM
SocketCare is an enhanced service program that features priority technical support, accelerated
repair and replacement and more. http://www.socketcare.com/
• SocketCare Plus 2 year - SKU# SC1804-1349
• SocketCare Plus 3 year - SKU# SC1805-1350
• SocketCare Comprehensive Plus – SKU# SC1806-1351 (requires previous purchase of SocketCare
Plus 2 or 3 year program)
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 5
SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY REQUIREMENTS / COMPATIBLE DEVICES
For the latest device compatibility information, please use our Compatibility Checker:
http://www.socketmobile.com/CompatibilityChecker/
OS System Compatibility Requirements /
Compatible Devices
Bluetooth HID
Support
Bluetooth SPP
Support
Windows
PC
• Windows 7, Vista, XP
• Microsoft, Toshiba or Broadcom Bluetooth
stack
Windows
Mobile
Windows Mobile 6.x Microsoft
Bluetooth
stack
Microsoft or
Broadcom
Bluetooth stack
Apple iOS iPod touch (4th generation)
iPod touch (3rd generation)
iPhone 4
iPhone 3GS
iPad 2
iPad
Mac OS* • Mac OS X 10.4 to 10.6.6 for Mac / MacBook
• Bluetooth driver v2.24f3 (v1965) or v2.37f1
Android OS Android 2.1 to 3.x Android
2.2 or later
with HID
support
Android 2.1
or later
BlackBerry
OS
BlackBerry OS 5.0.0.714 or later for Bold 9700**
QNX BlackBerry PlayBook
*Compatibility verified for latest models at time of testing. Other models or Bluetooth driver versions not tested.
**Other devices not tested with SocketScan 10 and may require the previous software version.
ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION
Download Quick Start Guides, Command Barcode Sheets, CHS 7X User’s Guide, the SocketScan
Advanced Programming Guide or other manuals: http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads/
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ABOUT BLUETOOTH HID AND SPP MODES
The CHS v3 supports two kinds of Bluetooth connections (known as Bluetooth profiles): SPP (Serial
Port Profile) and HID (Human Interface Device), each with its advantages and disadvantages.
By default, the CHS is set to HID mode for Keyboard devices, which requires no
software installation. For better performance, Socket highly recommends that you use
SPP (especially if scanning barcodes that contain a lot of data).
Feature CHS in HID mode CHS in SPP mode
No software installation required
Supports SocketScan 10 software
with Socket EZ Pair
Non-printable ASCII, UNICODE,
international keyboard support
Parsing / data checks (with
SocketScan 10 SDK)
Binary data (with SDK)
Scanner configuration methods Special barcodes SocketScan 10 utility or special
barcodes
Scanner configuration options Limited configuration options Many configuration options
Barcodes containing a lot of data Less efficient communications
may lead to slower performance
More efficient data
communications
Compatible CHS v3 revisions All All
To change modes, use the Command Barcodes in Appendix E for CHS 7C or Appendix F for CHS
7E, 7M, 7P, 7NRx.
To learn more about HID and SPP, please read our white paper:
http://www.socketmobile.com/pdf/techbrief/socketscan-10-sdk_white-paper.pdf
ABOUT SOCKETSCAN 10 SOFTWARE
SocketScan™ 10 keyboard wedge software enters scanned data directly into any program as if
the data were manually typed. It includes a utility for configuring Prefix/Suffixes, sounds,
symbologies, and other settings for the CHS. Download the latest software free from:
http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads/
Software for Bluetooth SPP mode only. No software installation required for HID
mode.
SocketScan 10 keyboard wedge software is designed for scanning 7 bit ASCII data. For Unicode,
DoubleByte, Multibyte (e.g., for Japanese or Chinese) or binary data, use the SocketScan 10 SDK
to convert the data before it is sent to your application. Learn more about the SDK at:
http://www.socketmobile.com/products/sdk/
ABOUT SOCKETSCAN 10 SDK
If you are a developer who would like to add support for the CHS to your mobile application,
Socket offers the SocketScan 10 SDK with support for Apple iOS, Android, Windows, and BlackBerry
OS. For more information, please visit: http://www.socketmobile.com/products/sdk/
Note: For Apple iOS developers who want to use the SDK, the CHS 7Xi or 7XiRx are required.
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ACCESSORIES
Accessory SKU Number
Charging Cradle
For 7C/7E/7M: SKU# AC4034-862
For 7P: SKU# AC4026-708
For 7NRx: SKU# AC4050-1152
USB A Male to DC Plug Cable SKU# AC4051-1139
Car Charger SKU# HC1630-882
Scanning Companion
USB Bluetooth Adapter SKU# BL4543-734
Mobile Power Pack
Portable Battery Pack
SKU# AC4009-614
Available only in Americas and
Asia Pacific
Protective Carrying Case / Belt Holster
From Taylor Made Cases
SKU# TM-HS650-KT
Waterproof Skin
From Viziflex Seels
For 7C/7E/7M: SKU# SMS03
For 7P/7NRx: SKU# SMS01
For more information on Socket accessories for the CHS, please visit:
http://ww1.socketmobile.com/products/bluetooth-scanners/accessories-bt.aspx
For more information on accessories from Taylor Made Cases, Viziflex Seels or other Socket partners,
please visit: http://ww1.socketmobile.com/products/star/custom-cases.aspx
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HARDWARE FEATURES
Product Diagram
Touch Screen Stylus
The bottom of the CHS features a stylus tip that you can use on Pocket PC and other resistive
device touch screens.
WARNING: Do not use a damaged stylus, as it may scratch the display screen of your
computer. Do not use on iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or other capacitive screen device.
Trigger button
Power button
Stylus tip
Status indicator LED
Power connector
(For 7P or 7NRx, remove rubber
cap to access)
Protective rubber bumper
(7P and 7NRx only)
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Antimicrobial Protection (CHS 7NRx only)
The CHS 7NRx is made with antimicrobial materials to provide an extra layer of protection to the
device against the multiplication and spread of potentially harmful bacteria and microbes.
Socket recommends using Sani-Cloth® Plus brand disposable cloth wipes as the standard disinfectant
wipe for the CHS 7NRx. For more information about the wipes, please visit: http://www.pdipdi.com
Do not use a bleach-based or Dispatch® brand cloth wipes, as they negate all antimicrobial
properties that have been added to the device.
To clean the scanner window, use an eye lens cleaner or clean, soft cloth.
Status Indicator LED
LED LED Activity Meaning
Bluetooth (Blue) 1 blink per second Bluetooth radio is on but not connected
1 blink per 3 seconds CHS connected to host device
Good Read (Green) On Data successfully scanned and transmitted to
host device
On and connected to charger Battery full
Battery (Red) Blinking 20% battery capacity remaining
Off Off or Good Battery status
Status Indicator Beeps
Beep Pattern Meaning
2 beeps (low-high) Power on
2 beeps (high-low) Power off
1 beep CHS connected to host device and ready to scan barcodes.
1 beep (low)
You have double-pressed the power button, and the CHS has
enabled support for simultaneous scanning and onscreen
keyboard entry for Apple iOS
1 beep with green LED (configurable
setting) Data successfully scanned and sent to host device
2 beeps (same tone) CHS disconnected from host device
1 long beep CHS unsuccessfully tried 30 times to connect to the last host
device it paired with. The CHS will become discoverable.
5 beeps
The CHS detects an internal fault, will reset and power off. If
connected to a host computer, the scanner will disconnect
during the reset.
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Vibrate
Vibrate Meaning
Vibrate for 7P or 7NRx Power on OR data successfully scanned and sent to host device.
To modify the LED, beep and vibrate settings, you can use the Command Barcodes, or if the CHS
supports SPP mode for your OS, the Scanner Settings utility (see chapter for your OS).
Bluetooth Mode Sequence
When the CHS is powered on, its Bluetooth mode will gradually change if no connection is made.
Time after turning on CHS Bluetooth mode
0-5 minutes Discoverable and connectable
5-20 minutes Connectable
20 minutes CHS automatically powers off
Simultaneous Use of CHS and Socket Plug-in Device
You can use the CHS and a Socket plug-in barcode / RFID / magnetic stripe reader simultaneously on
the same host computer or device. However, you will need to run two different versions of SocketScan
concurrently.
• For the CHS, use SocketScan 10, which you can download from:
http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads/data-collection/series7/ss10/
• For Socket plug-in devices, use SocketScan 7 (or older), which you can download from:
http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads/data-collection/series5/
• For more information about Socket plug-in devices for data collection, please visit:
http://ww1.socketmobile.com/products/handheld-computers/accessories-
hc.aspx?cat=Data%20Collection
CHAPTER 2: SCANNER SETUP 11
2 | SCANNER SETUP
INSTALLING BATTERIES AND ATTACHING THE TETHER
1. Use a coin or screwdriver to unlock and remove the battery cover. Turn the lock
underneath the scanner to a horizontal position to unlock.
2. Remove the battery cover.
The Bluetooth Device Address (BDA) is printed on a label inside the battery
compartment. It helps you distinguish your CHS from other CHS scanners. If you
install SocketScan 10, you can also check the BDA in Scanner Settings.
3. Install the batteries in their correct positions, as indicated by the +/- symbols.
Revision Letter - follows Part Number (P/N)
Bluetooth Device Address
(BDA)
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4. If desired, attach the tether to the battery cover. Wrap the string loop around the inside
part of the lock.
5. Replace the battery cover and turn the lock to a vertical position to secure it.
WARNING: Installing the batteries incorrectly may damage the scanner.
WARNING: Charge ONLY NiMH batteries in the CHS. Charging alkaline or other
battery types will damage the scanner. Remove the batteries if the CHS will not be
used for more than 30 days.
The red Battery Status LED will not function properly if standard AAA non-
rechargeable batteries are being used.
Battery Type NiMH rechargeable AAA
Battery Life ~19 hours to scan 15,000+ barcodes for new, fully charged
batteries
ASSEMBLING THE AC ADAPTER
If you wish to charge the CHS with the AC adapter, the correct plug for your region
must be attached first. Four different plugs are included. Simply find the correct
plug for your region and slide it into the head of the adapter until it latches. Plug
in the cable, making sure the USB connector is oriented the correct way.
The charger cannot be sold in Japan.
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CHARGING THE SCANNER
The CHS must be fully charged before first use. Use the AC adapter to charge from
a wall outlet, or the USB cable to charge from a PC. Initial charging takes about 5
hours with an AC adapter. Optional charging accessories are also available.
The LED will be solid red while charging and green when the batteries are full.
If you use the USB cable and the PC enters suspend mode, charging will stop.
Included Charging Hard
w
• AC adapter with international plugs
• USB A Male to DC Plug Cable (2A maximum)
AC Adapter Rating 5V, 2A, positive pole center
Power Jack Connector 4 mm barrel
Optional Charging Hard • Charging cradle
• Car charger
• Mobile Power Pack (available in Americas/Asia Pac)
• AC or DC adapter from Socket SoMo 650
Purchase online at:
http://ww1.socketmobile.com/products/bluetooth-
scanners/accessories-bt.aspx
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3 | SETUP FOR WINDOWS PC
This chapter explains how to install and use the CHS
with a Bluetooth enabled computer running Windows
7, Vista or XP
Before you begin the instructions in this chapter, make
sure you have installed the batteries and charged the
CHS, as described in Chapter 2.
CONNECTION OPTIONS
For Windows, the CHS offers two different connection options.
Bluetooth
Mode
Pros Cons
HID
Instructions
on next
page
• No software installation needed
• Limited configuration options
• Limited to printable ASCII and some non-
printable characters
• Less efficient data communications for
barcodes containing lots of data
SPP
Instructions
on page 19
• Many configuration options
• Broad character set, including non-
printable ASCII, international
keyboards
• More efficient data communications
for barcodes containing lots of data
• Software installation required
The CHS has been successfully tested in SPP mode with the Microsoft, Broadcom,
and Toshiba Bluetooth stacks. CHS in SPP mode has not been tested on PCs running
other Bluetooth stacks and may not work correctly.
Socket highly recommends that you use the CHS in SPP mode. To learn more, read
our white paper: http://www.socketmobile.com/pdf/techbrief/socketscan-10-
sdk_white-paper.pdf.
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OPTION 1: USING THE CHS IN HID MODE
To pair the CHS with your computer:
You only need to pair the CHS with you computer the first time you try to connect.
1. Power on the CHS. Press and hold the small power button until the LED turns blue and
the CHS beeps twice (low-high).
The LED blinks blue once per second to show that the Bluetooth radio is on but not
connected.
2. Scan this barcode to configure the CHS for HID mode for peripherals. Afterwards, the
CHS will beep 3 times.
IMPORTANT! Print out this page to scan the barcode. Do not scan it onscreen.
By default, the CHS is in HID Keyboard mode. If the CHS was changed to SPP mode,
first use the Command Barcodes to change the CHS to HID mode before scanning
the barcode above.
3. Turn on Bluetooth on your computer. Refer to your computer’s documentation for
instructions.
4. Use you computer’s Bluetooth software to connect to the CHS (see instructions on next
page).
In the device search, the CHS will appear as Socket CHS [xxxxxx]. The characters in
brackets are the last six characters of the CHS Bluetooth Device Address (BDA),
which is labeled inside the battery compartment.
To identify your type of Bluetooth stack, click Start. Right-click on My Computer
and click Properties | Hardware tab | Device Manager and identify the
manufacturer of your Bluetooth device.
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Bluetooth
Stack
Connection Instructions
Microsoft
(Windows
7)
1. Right-click on the Bluetooth icon in the system tray (notification area). In
the pop-up menu, click Add a Device. A device search will begin.
2. In the device list, select Socket CHS [xxxxxx] and click Next.
3. If prompted, select Enter the device’s pairing code. Enter the passkey
0000 (four zeroes). Click Next.
4. Follow the remaining screens to complete the wizard.
Microsoft
(Windows
Vista / XP)
1. Right-click on the Bluetooth icon in the system tray (notification area). In
the pop-up menu, click Add a Bluetooth Device.
2. In the welcome screen, check the box My device is set up and ready to
be found. Click Next. A device search will begin.
3. In the device list, select Socket CHS [xxxxxx]. Click Next.
4. If prompted, select Use the passkey found in the documentation and
enter the passkey 0000 (four zeroes). Click Next.
5. Follow the remaining screens to complete the wizard.
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Bluetooth
Stack
Connection Instructions
Toshiba 1. Double-click on the Bluetooth icon in the system tray (notification area).
2. In Bluetooth Settings, click New Connection.
3. In the connection wizard, select Express Mode. Click Next. A device search
will begin.
4. In the device list, select Socket CHS [xxxxxx]. Click Next.
5. If a passkey is requested, enter 0000 (four zeroes). Click OK.
6. Follow the remaining screens to complete the wizard.
Broadcom
(Widcomm) 1. Click on the Bluetooth icon in the system tray (notification area).
2. On the left side, under Bluetooth Tasks, click Add a Bluetooth Device. A
device search will begin.
3. In the device list, select Socket CHS [xxxxxx].
4. If a passkey is requested, enter 0000 (four zeroes). Click Pair Now.
5. If prompted to select a Bluetooth service, select the CHS. Click Finish.
Use Bluetooth v2.1 or later for best results. Do not use Quick Connect |
Bluetooth serial devices when the CHS is in HID mode.
Only computers running Bluetooth 2.0 will prompt for a passkey.
The CHS will beep once when it has connected and is ready to scan barcodes.
The LED will also blink blue once every 3 seconds.
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To scan barcodes:
1. Open your application. Place the cursor where you want to enter data.
2. Press the trigger button to scan a barcode. Make sure the aiming beam extends across
the entire width of the barcode.
For example, try scanning the following barcode:
IMPORTANT! Print out this page to scan the barcode. Do not scan it onscreen.
After data is read and sent to the computer, by default, the CHS will beep once,
the LED will flash green, and the beam will turn off. The CHS 7NRx and 7P will also
vibrate to indicate that data is read. You can use the Command Barcodes to modify
the beep / LED / vibrate settings.
By default, a carriage return is applied after scanned barcode data is entered. To
disable the automatic carriage return, you can use the Command Barcodes (use the
Data Editing barcode for disabling suffixes).
If no data is read in a few seconds, the aiming beam will turn off, and you must try
again.
To Disconnect: Turn off the CHS. Press and hold the power button for at least 3 seconds,
until the CHS beeps twice (high-low) and the blue LED turns off.
Automatic Reconnection:
After you power on the CHS, it will automatically try to connect to the last computer it
paired and connected to. Make sure your computer is in range with Bluetooth enabled.
If the CHS is connected to your computer and gets disconnected, it will try to reconnect for
a few minutes. Make sure the computer is on and in range. If the CHS cannot reconnect,
you will hear a long beep. Press the trigger button to restart the reconnection process.
See Appendix G for unpairing instructions.
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OPTION 2: USING THE CHS IN SPP MODE
To install SocketScan 10 software and configure a COM port:
1. Access the SocketScan 10 installation file, either from the Socket website or the
SocketScan 10 installation CD.
• To install from a web download (recommended to ensure the latest software)
− Open: http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads/data-collection/series7/ss10/
− Click on the link for the exe file.
• To install from the SocketScan 10 installation CD:
− Insert the CD into the CD drive of your computer. It should auto-run.
(If the CD does not auto-run, use My Computer or File Explorer to access your CD
drive and click on setup.exe)
− In the Getting Started with SocketScan wizard, click on the Installation link on the
left side. Scroll down to the section for Windows Desktop and click Install.
2. Download and run the installation file.
• For Internet Explorer, in the Security Warning screens, click Run.
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• For Firefox, click Save File. In the Downloads list, double-click on the
SocketScan10Setup.exe file. In the warning screen, click OK.
• For Chrome, click Save at the bottom of the screen. Click on the link for the
SocketScan10Setup.exe file. In the Security Warning screen, click Run.
3. The installation wizard will launch. Follow it to install software for Windows Desktop.
If you are running an older version of SocketScan 10, uninstall it before
proceeding with the newer SocketScan 10 installation. Make sure
SocketScan 10 is not running before you start the uninstall process, and
when prompted, restart your computer to complete the uninstallation.
4. A message will state that on the next screen, you will need to configure an incoming
Bluetooth serial COM port to connect with the CHS. Click Yes.
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5. The SocketScan Settings screen will appear.
Select an available incoming COM port for SocketScan 10 to use.
Note the Bluetooth stack at the top of the screen.
Click Ports if a suitable incoming Bluetooth COM port is not listed and you would
like to add one. Also, if SocketScan Settings lists multiple COM ports, you can
determine if any are already paired to a Socket Bluetooth barcode scanner and/or
which one is incoming.
For the Toshiba Bluetooth stack, incoming COM ports are listed as LocalCOM-
Server.
For most users, Use keyboard wedge and Show keyboard wedge icon in tray
should be selected. For more information on keyboard wedge and VIN decode
options, please see SocketScan 10 Settings.
6. After making all your selections in SocketScan 10 Settings, click OK.
7. In the last screen of the software installation wizard, click Finish. If prompted, restart
your computer.
After installation, a SocketScan 10 shortcut will appear on your desktop. Click it to
quickly launch SocketScan 10.
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To pair and connect the CHS with your computer:
You only need to pair the CHS with you computer the first time you try to connect.
The following instructions are based on Socket EZ Pair, a feature of SocketScan 10
software. For instructions on how to connect by generating and scanning a special
barcode, please see Appendix I.
1. IMPORTANT! If using Windows 7 or Vista, make sure you are running SocketScan 10
software with administrative privileges. Right-click on the SocketScan 10 desktop
shortcut icon. In the pop-up menu, click Properties. Click Advanced... Select Run as
administrator and click OK.
2. Power on the CHS. Press and hold the small power button until the LED turns blue and
the CHS beeps twice (low-high).
The LED blinks blue once per second to show that the Bluetooth radio is on but not
connected.
3. Scan this barcode to change the CHS to SPP mode. Afterwards, the CHS will beep 3 times.
IMPORTANT! Print out this page to scan the barcode. Do not scan it onscreen.
4. Turn on Bluetooth on your computer. Refer to your computer’s documentation for
instructions.
5. Follow the correct instructions for your Bluetooth stack to pair with the CHS (see next page).
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Bluetooth
Stack
Connection Instructions
Microsoft
(Windows 7) 1. Right-click on the Bluetooth icon in the system tray (notification area). In
the pop-up menu, click Add a Device. A device search will begin.
2. In the device list, select Socket CHS [xxxxxx] and click Next.
3. If prompted, select Enter the device’s pairing code. Enter the passkey
0000 (four zeroes). Click Next.
4. Follow the remaining screens to complete the wizard.
Microsoft
(Windows
Vista / XP)
1. Right-click on the Bluetooth icon in the system tray (notification area). In
the pop-up menu, click Add a Bluetooth Device.
2. In the welcome screen, check the box My device is set up and ready to
be found. Click Next. A device search will begin.
3. In the device list, select Socket CHS [xxxxxx]. Click Next.
4. If prompted, select Use the passkey found in the documentation and
enter the passkey 0000 (four zeroes). Click Next.
5. Follow the remaining screens to complete the wizard.
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Bluetooth
Stack
Connection Instructions
Toshiba 1. Double-click on the Bluetooth icon in the system tray (notification area).
2. In Bluetooth Settings, click New Connection.
3. In the connection wizard, select Express Mode. Click Next. A device
search will begin.
4. In the device list, select Socket CHS [xxxxxx]. Click Next.
5. If a passkey is requested, enter 0000 (four zeroes). Click OK.
6. Follow the remaining screens to complete the wizard.
Broadcom
(Widcomm) 1. Click on the Bluetooth icon in the system tray (notification area).
2. On the left side, under Bluetooth Tasks, click Add a Bluetooth Device. A
device search will begin.
3. In the device list, select Socket CHS [xxxxxx].
4. If a passkey is requested, enter 0000 (four zeroes). Click Pair Now.
5. If prompted to select a Bluetooth service, select the CHS and click Finish.
Use Bluetooth v2.1 or later for best results. Do not use Quick Connect |
Bluetooth serial devices when the CHS is in HID mode.
In the device search, the CHS will appear as Socket CHS [xxxxxx]. The characters in
brackets are the last six characters of the CHS Bluetooth Device Address (BDA),
which is labeled inside the battery compartment.
Only computers running Bluetooth 2.0 will prompt for a passkey.
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6. Click on the SocketScan 10 icon in the system tray. In the pop-up menu, click
Socket EZ Pair.
If the icon does not appear, open SocketScan 10 by clicking on the desktop
shortcut.
7. Select 1D Scanner.
8. Select your CHS in the list and click Pair.
9. After they pair, the computer will connect to the CHS, indicated by a beep. The CHS will
then disconnect, indicated by two beeps. Click OK.
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10. After several seconds, the CHS will reconnect to the computer, indicated by a beep.
The CHS will beep once when it has connected and is ready to scan barcodes.
The LED will also blink blue once every 3 seconds. A CHS icon will also appear
in the system tray.
11. Click X to close Socket EZ Pair. The CHS Registration screen will appear. Complete the
required fields and click Register Now to register the scanner, or click Skip
Registration to register later..
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To scan barcodes:
1. Make sure the CHS is connected to the computer, indicated by the CHS icon in the
system tray.
2. Open your application. Place the cursor where you want to enter data.
3. Press the trigger button to scan a barcode. Make sure the aiming beam extends across
the entire width of the barcode.
For example, try scanning the following barcode:
IMPORTANT! Print out this page to scan the barcode. Do not scan it onscreen.
After decoding the barcode and sending it to the computer, by default, the CHS
will beep once, the LED will flash green, and the laser will turn off. The CHS 7NRx
and 7P will also vibrate to indicate that the barcode is decoded. You can modify
the beep / LED / vibrate settings by using the Scanner Settings utility or Command
Barcodes.
To configure an automatic Carriage Return or Tab after each scan of data, use the
Scanner Settings utility or Command Barcodes.
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If no data is read in a few seconds, the aiming beam will turn off, and you must try
again.
To Disconnect: Turn off the CHS. Press and hold the power button for at least 3 seconds,
until the CHS beeps twice (high-low) and the blue LED turns off.
Automatic Reconnection:
After you power on the CHS, it will automatically try to connect to the last computer it
paired and connected to. Make sure your computer is in range with Bluetooth enabled and
SocketScan 10 is running.
If the CHS is connected to your computer and gets disconnected, it will try to reconnect for
a few minutes. Make sure the computer is on and in range and SocketScan 10 is running. If
the CHS cannot reconnect, you will hear a long beep. Press the trigger button to restart the
reconnection process.
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See Appendix G for unpairing instructions.
SOCKETSCAN 10 SPECIAL FEATURES (SPP MODE ONLY)
SocketScan 10 software offers a variety of special features:
• System tray icon – Indicates CHS connection status at a glance
• Basic scanner information – Quick view of basic scanner properties
• SocketScan 10 Settings – Utility for configuring COM port, keyboard wedge, system tray
icon, and VIN mode
• Scanner Settings – Utility lets you view Bluetooth properties, battery level, adjust beep /
LED / vibrate settings, test barcodes, and more
• About – Software version information
System Tray Icon
When SocketScan 10 is running, an icon that indicates the CHS connection status will appear in
the system tray (notification area).
CHS not connected CHS connected
Basic Scanner Information
To view more detailed scanner properties, use Scanner Settings.
You can only view Basic Scanner Properties when the CHS is connected to your
computer.
1. Click on the CHS icon in the system tray. In the pop-up menu, click Socket CHS.
2. A screen will appear displaying basic information about your CHS, including the
Bluetooth friendly name, scanner type, firmware, and battery level.
3. After viewing the information, click OK to exit.
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SocketScan 10 Settings
1. Click on the SocketScan 10 icon or in the system tray. In the pop-up menu, click
SocketScan 10 Settings…
2. The SocketScan 10 Settings screen will appear, reporting the manufacturer of the
computer’s Bluetooth stack and the computer’s Bluetooth Device Address.
• Port: An incoming Bluetooth serial COM port must be selected for the CHS connection.
o If a suitable port is not listed in SocketScan 10 Settings, click Ports to use your
computer’s Bluetooth software to add one.
o Toshiba Bluetooth stack: To identify an incoming COM, click Ports. In your
computer’s Bluetooth software, incoming ports are labeled as LocalCOM-Server.
• Use keyboard wedge: Should be selected in most cases unless you plan to use the SDK
• Show keyboard wedge icon in tray: Select to have a system tray icon appear that
conveniently indicates whether the CHS is connected to the PC.
• Enable VIN decode: Select to have SocketScan 10 only send a 17-character Vehicle
Identification Number (i.e., omit any prefix/suffix included in a VIN barcode).
• Ports: Click to access your computer’s Bluetooth software to add or view properties of
Bluetooth COM ports (including which are incoming / outgoing).
3. After making changes, click OK.
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Scanner Settings
You can access Scanner Settings only when the CHS is connected to your computer.
1. Click on the CHS icon in the system tray. In the pop-up menu, click Scanner
settings…
2. The Scanner Settings screen will appear with an empty field. For the Microsoft and
Broadcom (Widcomm) Bluetooth stacks, the CHS will also beep twice when in
disconnects from SocketScan 10.
3. After a few seconds, the CHS will connect to Scanner Settings, indicated by a beep. Your
CHS will be listed on the screen. Make sure your CHS is selected, and click Properties.
4. The utility will read your scanner settings.
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5. The General properties screen will appear, reporting the Bluetooth friendly name,
Bluetooth Device Address, Type of device, firmware version, and battery level. If desired,
change the Bluetooth friendly name of the CHS.
6. Click on the Configuration tab. If desired, modify how the CHS confirms a good scan
and/or select a suffix to automatically add to each instance of scanned data.
Vibrate mode can only be enabled for the CHS 7P or 7NRx.
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7. Click on the Symbologies tab to modify which symbologies the CHS will be able to
decode.
Enabling all possible symbologies may slow the decoding process.
The RSS symbology is now known as GS1 DataBar.
If you want to read UPC-A symbols, disable the GS1 DataBar option so that GS1
DataBar symbols don’t get mistakenly decoded.
8. Click OK to exit the Scanner Properties. If desired, click Test to test scanning a barcode.
The Scan Window will appear.
9. Scan a barcode that you would like information about. The Scan Window will report the
barcode’s symbology, data length, and data, in your choice of ASCII or Hexadecimal
format.
10. After testing a barcode, click Close. Click OK to exit Scanner Settings. The CHS will beep
twice after disconnecting from Scanner Settings. A few seconds later, the CHS will beep
once after connecting to SocketScan 10.
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About
1. Click on the CHS icon or in the system tray. In the pop-up menu, click About…
2. The About screen will appear with SocketScan 10 version information.
3. After viewing the information, click OK to exit.
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4 | SETUP FOR WINDOWS MOBILE
This chapter explains how to install and use 1D models of
the Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) Series 7
(v3) with any of the following devices running Windows
Mobile 6 or later:
• Socket SoMo 650*
• Device running Windows Mobile 6 or later with
Broadcom Bluetooth stack v1.8.0.6501 or v1.9.3
Before you begin the instructions in this chapter, make sure
you have installed the batteries and charged the CHS, as
described in Chapter 2, “Scanner Setup”
Other devices running Windows Mobile 6 with the
Microsoft Bluetooth stack may be compatible.
CONNECTION OPTIONS
For Windows Mobile, the CHS offers two different connection options.
Bluetooth
Mode
Pros Cons
HID
Instructions
on next
page
• No software installation needed
• Limited configuration options
• Limited to printable ASCII and some non-
printable characters
• Less efficient data communications for
barcodes containing lots of data
• Compatible only with SoMo 650
SPP
Instructions
on page 39
• Many configuration options
• Broad character set, including non-
printable ASCII, international
keyboards
• More efficient data communications
for barcodes containing lots of data
• Software installation required.
Socket highly recommends that you use the CHS in SPP mode. To learn more, read
our white paper: http://www.socketmobile.com/pdf/techbrief/socketscan-10-
sdk_white-paper.pdf.
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OPTION 1: USING THE CHS IN HID MODE
To pair the CHS with your SoMo:
You only need to pair the CHS with your SoMo the first time you try to connect.
1. Power on the CHS. Press and hold the small power button until the LED turns blue and
the CHS beeps twice (low-high).
The LED blinks blue once per second to show that the Bluetooth radio is on but not
connected.
2. Scan this barcode to configure the CHS for HID mode for peripherals. Afterwards, the
CHS will beep 3 times.
IMPORTANT! Print out this page to scan the barcode. Do not scan it onscreen.
The CHS must be in HID mode first before you scan the barcode above. By default, the
CHS is in HID mode. If the CHS was changed to SPP mode, use the Command Barcodes to
change it to HID mode.
3. In the Today screen, tap on the line that lists Wi-Fi and Bluetooth status.
Alternatively, press the button on the right side of the SoMo, which launches the
wireless manager by default.
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4. Use the wireless manager to enable Bluetooth.
5. Tap Start | Settings | Connections tab | Bluetooth.
6. In the Bluetooth utility, tap Add new device… Alternatively, tap Add at the bottom of
the screen.
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7. In the device list, tap on Socket CHS.
In the device search, the CHS will appear as Socket CHS [xxxxxx]. The characters in
brackets are the last six characters of the CHS Bluetooth Device Address (BDA),
which is labeled inside the battery compartment.
8. When prompted for a passcode, enter 0000 (four zeroes). Tap Next.
9. After the SoMo connects to the CHS, a message will confirm the connection. Tap Done.
The CHS will beep once when it has connected and is ready to scan barcodes.
The LED will also blink blue once every 3 seconds.
10. The CHS will now appear in the Bluetooth devices list. Tap ok.
11. Tap X to close the Connections screen.
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To scan barcodes:
1. Open your application. Place the cursor where you want to enter data.
2. Press the trigger button to scan a barcode. Make sure the aiming beam extends across
the entire width of the barcode.
For example, try scanning the following barcode:
IMPORTANT! Print out this page to scan the barcode. Do not scan it onscreen.
After data is read and sent to the computer, by default, the CHS will beep once,
the LED will flash green, and the beam will turn off. The CHS 7NRx and 7P will also
vibrate to indicate that data is read. You can use the Command Barcodes to modify
the beep / LED / vibrate settings.
By default, a carriage return is applied after scanned barcode data is entered. To
disable the automatic carriage return, you can use the Command Barcodes (use the
Data Editing barcode for disabling suffixes).
If no data is read in a few seconds, the beam will turn off, and you must try again.
To Disconnect: Turn off the CHS. Press and hold the power button for at least 3 seconds,
until the CHS beeps twice (high-low) and the blue LED turns off.
Automatic Reconnection:
After you power on the CHS, it will automatically try to connect to the last device it paired
and connected to. Make sure your device is in range with Bluetooth enabled.
If the CHS is connected to your device and gets disconnected, it will try to reconnect for a
few minutes. Make sure the device is on and in range. If the CHS cannot reconnect, you will
hear a long beep. Press the trigger button to restart the reconnection process.
See Appendix G for unpairing instructions.
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OPTION 2: USING THE CHS IN SPP MODE
To install SocketScan 10 software:
Advanced Users: See Appendix H for CAB file installation instructions.
If you have the Socket SoMo® 650 running Windows Mobile 6 Service Pack 8 or later,
SocketScan 10 is pre-loaded. To install, in the Today screen, tap Getting Started.
1. Make an active connection between your PDA and a host PC. Use a USB / serial connection
cable or cradle and Windows Mobile Device Center, free from the Microsoft website.
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsphone/en-us/howto/wp6/sync/installing-wmdc.aspx
2. Make sure Bluetooth is enabled on your PDA.
3. Access the SocketScan 10 installation file, either from the Socket website or the
SocketScan 10 installation CD.
• To install from a web download (recommended to ensure the latest software):
− Open: http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads/data-collection/series7/ss10/
− Click on the link for the exe file.
• To install from the SocketScan 10 installation CD:
− Insert the CD into the CD drive of your computer. It should auto-run.
(If the CD does not auto-run, use My Computer or File Explorer to access your CD
drive and click on setup.exe)
− In the Getting Started with SocketScan wizard, click on the Installation link on the
left side. Scroll down to the section for Windows Desktop and click Install.
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4. Download and run the installation file.
• For Internet Explorer, in the Security Warning screens, click Run.
• For Firefox, click Save File. In the Downloads list, double-click on the
SocketScan10Setup.exe file. In the Open Executable File? screen, click OK.
• For Chrome, click Save at the bottom of the screen. Click on the link for the
SocketScan10Setup.exe file. In the Security Warning screen, click Run.
5. The installation wizard will launch. Follow it to install software for Windows Mobile.
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6. Your computer will instruct you to check your mobile device for additional installation
steps. Click OK. In the last screen of the wizard, click Finish.
7. Choose where you would like to install the software. Tap Install.
8. If prompted to soft reset, tap Yes.
9. After the soft reset, SocketScan 10 will automatically launch.
If SocketScan 10 reports that Bluetooth needs to be enabled, turn on Bluetooth on
your PDA and tap Retry.
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To pair and connect the CHS with your PDA:
You only need to pair the CHS with your PDA the first time you try to connect.
The following instructions are based on Socket EZ Pair, a feature of SocketScan 10
software. For instructions on how to connect by generating and scanning a special
barcode (ActivePairing), please see Appendix I.
1. Power on the CHS. Press and hold the small power button until the LED turns blue and
the CHS beeps twice (low-high).
The LED blinks blue once per second to show that the Bluetooth radio is on but not
connected.
2. Scan this barcode to change the CHS to SPP mode. Afterwards, the CHS will beep 3 times.
IMPORTANT! Print out this page to scan the barcode. Do not scan it onscreen.
3. Make sure the PDA has Bluetooth on and is in Discoverable mode (i.e., it will be visible to
other Bluetooth devices). Make sure the PDA is not restricted to only connect to devices
it already paired with.
4. Follow the instructions for your type of Bluetooth stack to pair the CHS to your PDA.
To determine your type of Bluetooth stack, tap Start | Programs | SocketScan 10
folder | SocketScan Settings. The Bluetooth stack is reported at the top of the
screen.
In the device search, the CHS will appear as Socket CHS [xxxxxx]. The characters in
brackets are the last six characters of the CHS Bluetooth Device Address (BDA),
which is labeled inside the battery compartment.
Only devices running Bluetooth 2.0 will prompt for a passkey.
The CHS will beep once when it has connected and is ready to scan barcodes.
The LED will also blink blue once every 3 seconds.
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Bluetooth
Stack
Connection Instructions
Microsoft
These
instructions
are based
on the
SoMo 650.
1. Tap Start | Settings | Connections tab | Bluetooth. Tap Add new
device… Alternatively, you can tap Add at the bottom of the screen.
2. Follow the screens to pair with the CHS. In the list of found devices, tap
Socket CHS. If prompted for a passkey, enter 0000 (four zeroes).
3. In the Bluetooth Settings screen, tap on the COM Ports tab. Tap New
Outgoing Port.
4. Follow the screens to set up an outgoing COM port for the CHS.
5. Tap Start | Programs | SocketScan 10 folder | SocketScan 10 .
6. In the Today screen, tap on the SocketScan 10 icon in the task tray. In
the pop-up menu, tap SocketScan 10 Settings.
7. Make sure a COM port is selected. Tap ok.
8. Tap on the SocketScan 10 icon in the task tray. In the pop-up menu,
tap Socket EZ Pair.
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9. Tap 1D Scanner.
10. Select Socket CHS and tap Pair.
11. After pairing is complete, tap ok. Close Socket EZ Pair.
12. The CHS registration screen will appear. Follow the instructions to register
your scanner, or click Cancel to register later.
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Broadcom
These
instructions
are based
on the HP
iPAQ 210
1. In Bluetooth Settings. Tap on the Services tab. Tap Serial Port. Make
sure Enable service is selected. Tap ok.
2. Tap Start | Programs | SocketScan 10 folder | SocketScan 10 .
3. In the Today screen, tap on the SocketScan 10 icon in the task tray. In
the pop-up menu, tap Socket EZ Pair. Tap 1D Scanner.
4. The PDA will automatically try to search for and pair with the CHS. In the
list of found devices, tap Socket CHS. Select Socket Serial Port.
5. After pairing is complete, tap ok. Close Socket EZ Pair.
6. The CHS registration screen will appear. Follow the instructions to register
your scanner, or tap Cancel to register later.
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Broadcom
These
instructions
are based
on the HTC
HD2
running
Windows
Mobile 6.5
1. Make sure HTC Sense is disabled. Start | Settings. In the bottom right
corner, tap Menu | All Settings | Today | Items tab. Make sure the box
HTC Sense is unchecked.
2. Tap Start | SocketScan 10 folder | SocketScan 10 .
3. In the Today screen, tap on the SocketScan 10 icon in the task tray. In
the pop-up menu, tap Socket EZ Pair. Tap 1D Scanner.
4. Your phone will automatically try to search for and pair with the CHS.
• In the device list, select Socket CHS. Select Socket Serial Port.
• Select an available COM port for SocketScan 10 to use.
5. After pairing is complete, tap ok. Close Socket EZ Pair.
6. The CHS registration screen will appear. Follow the instructions to register th
scanner, or tap Cancel to register later.
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To scan barcodes:
1. Make sure the CHS is connected to the SoMo, indicated by the CHS icon in the task tray.
2. Open your application. Place the cursor where you want to enter data.
3. Press the trigger button to scan a barcode. Make sure the aiming beam extends across
the entire width of the barcode.
For example, try scanning the following barcode:
IMPORTANT! Print out this page to scan the barcode. Do not scan it onscreen.
After decoding the barcode and sending it to the computer, by default, the CHS
will beep once, the LED will flash green, and the aiming beam will turn off. The
CHS 7NRx and 7P will also vibrate to indicate that the barcode is decoded. To
modify the beep / LED / vibrate settings, use the Scanner Settings utility or
Command Barcodes.
To configure an automatic Carriage Return or Tab after each scan of data, use the
Scanner Settings utility or Command Barcodes.
If no data is read in a few seconds, the aiming beam will turn off, and you must try
again.
To Disconnect:
To disconnect, turn off the CHS. Press and hold the power button for at least 3 seconds,
until the CHS beeps twice (high-low) and the blue LED turns off.
Automatic Reconnection:
After you power on the CHS, it will automatically try to connect to the last device it paired
and connected to. Make sure your device is in range with Bluetooth enabled and
SocketScan 10 is running.
If the CHS is connected to your device and gets disconnected, it will try to reconnect for a
few minutes. Make sure the device is on and in range and SocketScan 10 is running. If the
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CHS cannot reconnect, you will hear a long beep. Press the trigger button to restart the
reconnection process.
See Appendix G for unpairing instructions.
SOCKETSCAN 10 SPECIAL FEATURES (SPP MODE ONLY)
SocketScan 10 software offers a variety of special features:
• Basic scanner information – Quick view of basic scanner properties
• SocketScan 10 settings – Utility for configuring COM port, keyboard wedge, task tray
icon, and VIN mode
• Scanner settings – Utility lets you view Bluetooth properties, battery level, adjust beep /
LED / vibrate settings, test barcodes, and more
• About – Software version information
Task Tray Icon
When SocketScan 10 is running, an icon that indicates the CHS connection status will appear in
the task tray in the Today screen.
CHS not connected CHS connected
Basic Scanner Information
You can only view Basic Scanner Properties when the CHS is connected to your PDA. To
view more detailed scanner properties, use Scanner Settings.
1. Tap on the CHS icon in the task tray. In the pop-up menu, tap Socket CHS
2. A screen will appear displaying basic information about your CHS, including the
Bluetooth friendly name, scanner type, firmware, and battery level.
3. After viewing the information, click OK to exit.
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SocketScan 10 Settings
You can only view Basic Scanner Properties when the CHS is connected to your SoMo.
1. Tap on the CHS icon or in the task tray. In the pop-up menu, tap
SocketScan settings…
2. A screen will appear displaying the SocketScan software settings, as well as the
Bluetooth stack manufacturer and Bluetooth Device Address.
• Port: Select the incoming Bluetooth serial COM port that you would like SocketScan to
use to connect to the CHS (REQUIRED).
• Use keyboard wedge: Should be selected in most cases unless you plan to use the SDK.
• Show keyboard wedge icon in tray: Select to have a task tray icon appear that
conveniently indicates whether the CHS is connected to the PDA.
• Enable VIN decode: Select to have SocketScan 10 only send a 17-character VIN (i.e.,
omit any prefix/suffix included in a VIN barcode).
3. After making any changes, tap ok to exit.
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Scanner Settings
You can access Scanner Settings only when the CHS is connected to your PDA.
1. Tap on the CHS icon in the task tray. In the pop-up menu, tap Scanner settings…
2. The CHS will disconnect from SocketScan 10, indicated by two beeps. The Scanner
Settings screen will appear with an empty field.
3. After a few seconds, the CHS will connect to Scanner Settings and beep once. Your CHS
will appear in the list. Make sure your CHS is selected, and tap Properties.
4. After the utility has read you scanner settings, the General properties screen will appear,
reporting the Bluetooth friendly name, Bluetooth Device Address, Type of device,
firmware version, and battery level.
If desired, tap in the Name field to change the Bluetooth friendly name of the CHS.
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5. Tap on the Configuration tab. If desired, modify how the CHS confirms a good scan
and/or select a data suffix to automatically add to each instance of scanned data.
For 1D versions of the CHS, only the 7P and7NRx support vibrate mode.
6. Tap on the Symbologies tab to modify which symbologies the CHS will be able to
decode.
Enabling all possible symbologies may slow the decoding process.
The RSS symbology is now known as GS1 DataBar.
If you want to read UPC-A symbols, disable the GS1 DataBar option so that GS1
DataBar symbols don’t get mistakenly decoded.
7. Tap ok to exit the Scanner Settings.
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8. If desired, tap Test to test scanning a barcode.
9. Scan a barcode that you would like information about. SocketScan will report the
barcode’s symbology, data length, and data, in your choice of ASCII text or Hexadecimal
format.
10. After testing a barcode, tap ok. Tap ok to exit Scanner Settings.
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About
1. Tap on the SocketScan 10 icon or in the task tray. In the pop-up menu, tap
About…
2. The About screen will appear, reporting information about your version of SocketScan 10.
3. After viewing the information, click ok to exit.
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5 | SETUP FOR APPLE
This chapter explains how to install and use 1D models of the
Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) Series 7 (v3) with
Apple devices and computers running iOS or Mac OS.
Compatible mobile devices include:
• iPod touch (4th generation)
• iPod touch (3rd generation)
• iPhone 4
• iPhone 3GS (iPhone 3G not compatible)
• iPad 2
• iPad
Compatible Mac and MacBook computers run Mac OS X 10.4 to
10.6.6 with Bluetooth driver 2.2.4f3 (v1965) or 2.3.7f1 (latest
versions at time of testing). Other computers running Mac OS
may be compatible but have not been tested.
For the latest compatibility information, please refer to the CHS Series 7 Spec Sheet at:
http://ww1.socketmobile.com/Libraries/Documents/CHS_Series_7_Spec_Sheet.sflb.ashx
Before you begin the instructions in this chapter, make sure you have installed the batteries
and charged the CHS, as described in Chapter 2, “Scanner Setup”
If you would like to use a CHS in Bluetooth SPP mode with an iPod touch, iPhone or
iPad, you need a 2D version of the CHS that is Apple iOS certified (7Xi or 7XiRx)
and an application developed with the SocketScan SDK.
The CHS must be in HID mode for Keyboard devices to connect to an Apple
computer/device. By default, the CHS is in this mode. If you changed the CHS to a
different mode, refer to the Command Barcodes to change it to the correct mode.
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To pair the CHS with your Apple device:
You only need to pair the CHS with your Apple device the first time you try to
connect.
By default, the CHS is in HID mode for Keyboard devices. If you changed the CHS
to a different mode, refer to the Command Barcodes to change it to the correct
mode.
1. Power on the CHS. Press and hold the small power button until the LED turns blue and
the CHS beeps twice (low-high).
The LED blinks blue once per second to show that the Bluetooth radio is on but not
connected.
2. Start a Bluetooth device search.
• iOS: Tap Settings | General | Bluetooth. Turn on Bluetooth.
A Bluetooth device search will begin.
• Mac OS: Click System Preferences | Internet & Wireless | Bluetooth. In Bluetooth
preferences, select the On checkbox. Click Set up New Device… A Bluetooth device
search will begin.
Mac OS
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3. In the device list, tap on Socket CHS (initially it will appear as Keyboard). Tap Pair.
In the device list, the CHS will appear as Keyboard, then as Socket CHS [xxxxxx]. The
characters in brackets are the last six characters of the CHS Bluetooth Device
Address (BDA), which is labeled inside the battery compartment.
4. The CHS will connect to the Apple device. If prompted, enter the passkey 0000 (four
zeroes).
The CHS will beep once when it has connected and is ready to scan barcodes.
The LED will also blink blue once every 3 seconds.
For iOS, the onscreen keyboard will automatically disappear within a few seconds
after the CHS connects, because the CHS is detected as a Bluetooth keyboard. To
open the onscreen keyboard while the iPad is connected to the CHS, see
instructions at the end of this chapter.
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To scan barcodes:
1. Open your application. Place the cursor where you want to enter data.
2. Press the trigger button to scan a barcode. Make sure the aiming beam extends across
the entire width of the barcode.
For example, try scanning the following barcode:
IMPORTANT! Print out this page to scan the barcode. Do not scan it onscreen.
After decoding the barcode and sending it to the computer, by default the CHS
will beep once, the LED will flash green, and the aiming beam will turn off. The
CHS 7NRx and 7P will also vibrate to indicate that the barcode is decoded. You can
use the Command Barcodes to modify the beep / LED / vibrate settings.
By default, a carriage return is applied after scanned barcode data is entered. To
disable the automatic carriage return, you can use the Command Barcodes (use the
Data Editing barcode for disabling suffixes).
If no data is read in a few seconds, the beam will turn off, and you must try again.
To Disconnect:
To disconnect, turn off the CHS. Press and hold the power button for at least 3 seconds,
until the CHS beeps twice (high-low) and the blue LED turns off.
After the iPad disconnects from the CHS, the soft keyboard will automatically
reappear within a few seconds.
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Automatic Reconnection:
After you power on the CHS, it will automatically try to connect to the last device it paired
and connected to. Make sure your device is in range with Bluetooth enabled.
If the CHS is connected to your device and gets disconnected, it will try to reconnect for a
few minutes. Make sure the device is on and in range. If the CHS cannot reconnect, you will
hear a long beep. Press the trigger button to restart the reconnection process.
See Appendix G for unpairing instructions.
Simultaneous Scanning and Soft Keyboard Support:
The latest revisions of the CHS support simultaneous use of the barcode scanner and the
iPad onscreen keyboard while entering data into an application. This feature is enabled by
default and can be modified by scanning a special command barcode.
Supported revisions include:
• CHS 7C: All revisions
• CHS 7E/M/P: Revision B and later
• CHS 7NRx: Revision D and later
To determine your Revision letter, check the label inside the CHS battery compartment.
1. Connect the CHS to your Apple device.
2. Open your application and place the cursor where you want to enter data.
3. You can begin scanning barcodes. To open or close the onscreen keyboard, quickly
double-press the CHS power button (like double-clicking a mouse).
After you double-press the power button, the CHS will beep to indicate that the
onscreen keyboard was enabled / disabled.
To watch a video demonstration, please visit:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VhtttoC6ROs
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6 | SETUP FOR ANDROID
This chapter explains how to install and use the Bluetooth
Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) with a Bluetooth enabled device
running Android 2.1 to 3.x.
For the latest list of compatible devices, please refer to the CHS
Series 7 Spec Sheet, available online at:
http://ww1.socketmobile.com/Libraries/Documents/CHS_Series_7
_Spec_Sheet.sflb.ashx
Before you begin the instructions in this chapter, make sure you
have installed the batteries (and tether, if desired), and charged
the scanner, as described in Chapter 2, “Scanner Setup.”
CONNECTION OPTIONS
For Android OS, the CHS offers two different connection options.
Bluetooth
Mode
Pros Cons
HID
Instructions
on next
page
• No software installation needed
• Limited configuration options
• Limited to printable ASCII and some non-
printable characters
• Less efficient data communications for
barcodes containing lots of data
• Compatible only with Android 2.2 to 3.x
devices with support for HID Peripheral
devices
SPP
Instructions
on page 63
• Many configuration options
• Broad character set, including non-
printable ASCII, international
keyboards
• More efficient data communications
for barcodes containing lots of data
• Compatible with Android 2.1 to 3.x
• Software installation required
Socket highly recommends that you use the CHS in SPP mode. To learn more, read
our white paper: http://www.socketmobile.com/pdf/techbrief/socketscan-10-
sdk_white-paper.pdf.
The instructions in this chapter are based on the Motorola Droid Pro running
Android 2.2. Menus will appear differently on different devices. Some devices may
require you to touch the Menu button to open the software menu.
When SocketScan 10 is running, you can only use the keyboard provided by
SocketScan 10. You cannot use SWYPE or any custom keyboards. To enable use of
another keyboard, you can use the SocketScan 10 SDK (available separately).
http://www.socketmobile.com/products/bluetooth-barcode-scanners/software-
development-kit/
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OPTION 1: USING THE CHS IN HID MODE
Compatible with Android 2.2 - 3.x devices that support HID for Peripheral devices.
To pair the CHS with your Android device:
You only need to pair the CHS with your Android device the first time you try to
connect.
1. Power on the CHS. Press and hold the small power button until the LED turns blue and
the CHS beeps twice (low-high).
The LED blinks blue once per second to show that the Bluetooth radio is on but not
connected.
2. Make sure the CHS is in HID mode for Peripheral Devices.
First scan this barcode to change the CHS to HID mode for Peripherals.
IMPORTANT! Print out this page to scan the barcode. Do not scan it onscreen.
3. Touch Home | Menu | Settings | Wireless & networks | Bluetooth settings.
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4. Make sure your device has Bluetooth on and is Discoverable. Touch Scan for devices.
5. In the list of found devices, select Socket CHS.
The CHS will beep once when it has connected and is ready to scan barcodes.
The LED will also blink blue once every 3 seconds, and a Keyboard icon will
appear next to the CHS listing.
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To scan barcodes:
1. Open your application. Place the cursor where you want to enter data.
2. Press the trigger button to scan a barcode. Make sure the aiming beam extends across
the entire width of the barcode.
For example, try scanning the following barcode:
IMPORTANT! Print out this page to scan the barcode. Do not scan it onscreen.
After decoding the barcode and sending it to the phone/tablet, by default the CHS
will beep once, the LED will flash green, and the beam will turn off. The CHS will
also vibrate to indicate that the barcode is decoded. You can use Command
Barcodes to modify the beep / LED / vibrate settings.
By default, a carriage return is applied after scanned barcode data is entered. To
disable the automatic carriage return, you can use the Command Barcodes (use the
Data Editing barcode for disabling suffixes).
If no data is read in a few seconds, the beam will turn off, and you must try again.
To Disconnect:
To disconnect, turn off the CHS. Press and hold the power button for at least 3 seconds,
until the CHS beeps twice (high-low) and the blue LED turns off.
Automatic Reconnection:
After you power on the CHS, it will automatically try to connect to the last phone/tablet it
paired and connected to. Make sure your phone/tablet is in range with Bluetooth enabled.
If the CHS is connected to your phone/tablet and gets disconnected, it will try to reconnect for
a few minutes. Make sure the phone/tablet is on and in range. If the CHS cannot reconnect,
you will hear a long beep. Press the trigger button to restart the reconnection process.
See Appendix G for unpairing instructions.
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OPTION 2: USING THE CHS IN SPP MODE
To install the software:
1. If you installed barcode scanning software for your phone camera, scan this
barcode to launch the SocketScan 10 page in Android Market.
Alternatively, you can do one of the following:
• Open Android Market and search for SocketScan.
• In a web browser, open the Amazon Appstore for Android page:
http://www.amazon.com/Socket-Mobile-SocketScan-CHS-Scanners/dp/B004X84VZA
If prompted, allow the application to access Bluetooth connections and settings
and/or modify USB storage / SD card contents.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to download and install SocketScan 10 software.
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To pair the CHS with your Android device:
You only need to pair the CHS with your Android device the first time you try to
connect.
The following instructions are based on Socket EZ Pair, a feature of SocketScan 10
software. For instructions on how to connect by generating and scanning a special
barcode, please see Appendix I.
1. Power on the CHS. Press and hold the small power button until the LED turns blue and
the CHS beeps twice (low-high).
The LED blinks blue once per second to show that the Bluetooth radio is on but not
connected.
2. Scan this barcode to change the CHS to SPP mode. Afterwards, the CHS will beep 3 times.
IMPORTANT! Print out this page to scan the barcode. Do not scan it onscreen.
3. Make sure the device has Bluetooth on and is in Discoverable mode. Start a device search
/ scan for devices.
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4. In the list of found devices, touch Socket CHS.
The CHS will appear in the Bluetooth search as Socket CHS [xxxxxx], where the
characters in brackets are the last 6 characters of the Bluetooth Device Address
(BDA), which is printed on a label inside the battery compartment.
5. If a pop-up appears, touch Pair with this device. If prompted for a passkey, enter 0000
(four zeroes).
Only phones running Bluetooth 2.0 will prompt for a passkey.
6. Touch Home | Menu | Settings | Language & keyboard or Locale & text.
Make sure SocketScan 10 is selected.
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7. Open SocketScan 10 . For some devices, the icon will appear on the Home
screen. For other devices, touch Menu to access the Apps or Programs list.
8. A message will tell you to enable SocketScan 10 as your input method. Touch Back .
9. Touch Menu | Input Method.
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10. Make sure SocketScan 10 is selected. Touch Back .
11. Touch Menu | Socket EZ Pair.
12. Touch 1D Scanner.
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13. In the list of paired devices, touch Socket CHS.
The CHS will beep once when it has connected and is ready to scan barcodes.
The LED will also blink blue once every 3 seconds, and the icon at the top of
the screen will also change.
Status Bar Icon
CHS not connecte
d
CHS connect
e
14. Touch Back to close Socket EZ Pair.
15. A Socket registration icon will appear at the top of the screen. Swipe the icon down
to open the scanner registration software.
16. Follow the instructions to register the scanner or touch Cancel to register later.
After you have connected, you can touch Socket CHS in the main screen of
SocketScan 10 to view basic scanner properties.
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To scan barcodes:
1. Open your application. Place the cursor where you want to enter data.
2. Press the trigger button to scan a barcode. Make sure the aiming beam extends across
the entire width of the barcode.
For example, try scanning the following barcode:
IMPORTANT! Print out this page to scan the barcode. Do not scan it onscreen.
After decoding the barcode and sending it to the phone/tablet, by default the CHS
will beep once, the LED will flash green, and the aiming beam will turn off. The
CHS 7NRx and 7P will also vibrate to indicate that the barcode is decoded. You can
use the Scanner Settings utility (see next page) or Command Barcodes to modify
the beep / LED / vibrate settings.
To configure an automatic Carriage Return or Tab after each scan of data, use the
Scanner Settings utility (see next page) or Command Barcodes.
If no data is read in a few seconds, the beam will turn off, and you must try again.
To Disconnect:
To disconnect, turn off the CHS. Press and hold the power button for at least 3 seconds,
until the CHS beeps twice (high-low) and the blue LED turns off.
Automatic Reconnection: After you power on the CHS, it will automatically try to
connect to the last phone/tablet it paired and connected to. Make sure your phone/tablet is
in range with Bluetooth enabled and SocketScan 10 is running.
If the CHS is connected to your phone/tablet and gets disconnected, it will try to reconnect
for a few minutes. Make sure the phone/tablet is on and in range and SocketScan 10 is
running. If the CHS cannot reconnect, you will hear a long beep. Press the trigger button to
restart the reconnection process.
See Appendix G for unpairing instructions.
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SCANNER SETTINGS (SPP MODE ONLY)
These special features only work when the CHS is connected to your Android
device.
Status Bar Icon
When SocketScan 10 is running, an icon that indicates the CHS connection status will appear at
the top of the screen.
CHS not connected CHS connected
To open Scanner Settings:
In the main screen of SocketScan 10, touch Scanner Settings.
The CHS will close SocketScan 10 Keyboard wedge, disconnect (indicated by 2
beeps (high-low)), open Scanner Settings and reconnect (indicated by a beep).
Basic Scanner Information
1. In the main screen of Scanner Settings, touch Socket CHS.
2. The screen will report the Bluetooth friendly name, scanner type, firmware
version, and battery level of your CHS. To change the Bluetooth friendly name,
touch Socket CHS.
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Configuration
1. In the main screen of Scanner Settings, touch Menu | Configuration.
2. In the Configuration screen, enter the appropriate settings:
• Good scan beep: Select to have the CHS beep to indicate that data was successfully
decoded and transmitted to the Android device.
• Good scan flash: Select to have the CHS LED turn green to indicate that data was
successfully decoded and transmitted to the Android device.
• Vibrate mode: Select to have the CHS 7P or 7NRx vibrate to indicate that data was
successfully decoded and transmitted to the Android device.
• Scanned data suffix: Select if you would like to automatically add a carriage return,
tab or select another character or function after each scan of data.
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Symbology
1. In the main screen of Scanner Settings, touch Menu | Symbology.
2. In the Symbology screen, enable or disable the appropriate symbologies (barcode types).
Enabling all possible symbologies will make the decode process slightly longer.
The RSS symbology is now known as GS1 DataBar.
If you would like to read UPC-A symbols, be sure to disable GS1 DataBar so that
GS1 DataBar symbols don’t get mistakenly decoded.
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Test
The Test feature reports the properties of a scanned barcode.
1. In the main screen of Scanner Settings, touch Menu | Test.
2. In the Scan Window screen, select if you would like scanned data to appear as ASCII or
hexadecimal format.
3. Scan a barcode. The Scan Window will report the barcode’s symbology (barcode type),
data length, and data.
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7 | SETUP FOR BLACKBERRY
This chapter explains how to install and use the Bluetooth
Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) with one of the following
BlackBerry devices:
• BlackBerry® Bold 9700 Smartphone running BlackBerry OS
5.0.0.714 or later. Other models have not been tested with
SocketScan 10 and may require a previous software version.
Works in Bluetooth SPP mode only.
• BlackBerry PlayBook running QNX. Works in Bluetooth HID
mode only.
Before you begin the instructions in this chapter, make
sure you have installed the batteries (and tether, if
desired), and charged the scanner, as described in Chapter
2, “Scanner Setup”
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USING THE CHS IN HID MODE (BLACKBERRY PLAYBOOK)
Compatible with BlackBerry PlayBook running QNX. For BlackBerry OS
smartphone, see page 78 for SPP instructions.
To pair the CHS with your Android device:
You only need to pair the CHS with your PlayBook the first time you try to
connect.
1. Power on the CHS. Press and hold the small power button until the LED turns
blue and the CHS beeps twice (low-high).
The LED blinks blue once per second to show that the Bluetooth radio is
on but not connected.
2. By default the CHS is in HID mode for Keyboard Devices. If you changed the CHS
mode, use the appropriate command barcode to change it back to HID mode
for Keyboard devices.
3. On the status bar, tap | Bluetooth.
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4. Make sure Bluetooth is turned ON. Tap Add New Device.
5. Tap Search.
6. In the list of found devices, select Socket CHS.
7. After they have paired and connected, the CHS will beep once.
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To scan barcodes:
1. Open your application. Place the cursor where you want to enter data.
2. Press the trigger button to scan a barcode. Make sure the aiming beam extends
across the entire width of the barcode.
For example, try scanning the following barcode:
After decoding the barcode and sending it to the tablet, by default the CHS
will beep once, the LED will flash green, and the aiming beam will turn off.
The CHS will also vibrate to indicate that the barcode is decoded. You can use
Command Barcodes to modify the beep / LED / vibrate settings.
By default, a carriage return is applied after scanned barcode data is entered.
To disable the automatic carriage return, you can use the Command Barcodes
(use the Data Editing barcode for Data As Is).
If no data is read in a few seconds, the beam will turn off, and you must try
again.
To Disconnect:
To disconnect, turn off the CHS. Press and hold the power button for at least 3
seconds, until the CHS beeps twice (high-low) and the blue LED turns off.
Automatic Reconnection:
After you power on the CHS, it will automatically try to connect to the last tablet it paired
and connected to. Make sure your tablet is in range with Bluetooth enabled.
If the CHS is connected to your tablet and gets disconnected, it will try to reconnect for a
few minutes. Make sure the tablet is on and in range. If the CHS cannot reconnect, it will
give a long beep. Power off and on the CHS to restart the reconnection process.
See Appendix G for unpairing instructions.
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USING THE CHS IN SPP MODE (BLACKBERRY OS)
To install the software:
You can install SocketScan 10 software either by downloading directly to the smartphone or
synchronizing to a host PC with BlackBerry Desktop Manager.
Downloading to the Smartphone
1. Make sure your smartphone is connected to the Internet.
2. Open the Browser to: http://www.socketmobile.com/blackberry
3. The SocketScan for BlackBerry installation screen will appear. Read the information in
the screen. If you accept the license agreement, click I Accept.
4. The download screen will appear. Click Download. The smartphone will download and
install SocketScan.
5. After installation, a dialog will confirm successful installation. Click OK.
Synchronizing with a Desktop PC
Refer to your BlackBerry Desktop Manager manual for complete instructions.
1. Insert the SocketScan 10 installation CD into the CD drive of your computer. It
should auto-run. (If the CD does not auto-run, use My Computer or File Explorer to
access your CD drive and click on setup.exe)
2. In the Getting Started with SocketScan 10 wizard, click on the Installation link on
the left side. Scroll down to the section for BlackBerry and click Install.
3. Download and run the installation file.
• Internet Explorer: In the Security Warning screen, click Run. When asked if you want to run
the file, click Run.
• Firefox: Click Save File. In the Downloads list, double-click SocketScan10Setup.exe.
In the warning screen, click OK.
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• Chrome: Click Save at the bottom of the screen. Click on the link for
SocketScan10Setup.exe. In the Security Warning screen, click Run.
4. The installation wizard will launch. Follow it to install software for BlackBerry.
5. After software installation, click Finish.
6. Use a USB connection cable/cradle to connect the smartphone to the PC.
7. Launch the BlackBerry Desktop Manager. Click Start | Programs | BlackBerry |
Desktop Manager.
8. Click Applications. In the upper right corner, click Import files. Browse to the
location of the SocketScan 10 file on your computer.
9. In the Application Summary pane, click Apply.
By default, all of the SocketScan 10 subfiles will be selected for installation. Do not
deselect any.
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To pair the CHS with your BlackBerry smartphone:
You only need to pair the CHS with your phone the first time you try to connect.
The following instructions are based on Socket EZ Pair, a feature of SocketScan 10
software. For instructions on how to connect by generating and scanning a special
barcode, please see Appendix I.
1. Power on the CHS. Press and hold the small power button until the LED turns blue and
the CHS beeps twice (low-high).
The LED blinks blue once per second to show that the Bluetooth radio is on but not
connected.
2. Scan this barcode to change the CHS to SPP mode. Afterwards, the CHS will beep 3 times.
IMPORTANT! Print out this page to scan the barcode. Do not scan it onscreen.
3. In the Home Screen, click Manage Connections .
4. Click Set Up Bluetooth.
5. Click Search.
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6. In the list of found devices, click Socket CHS.
The CHS will appear in the Bluetooth search as Socket CHS [xxxxxx], where the
characters in brackets are the last 6 characters of the Bluetooth Device Address
(BDA), which is printed on a label inside the battery compartment.
7. If prompted for a passkey, enter 0000 (four zeroes).
8. In the Home screen, click Downloads | SocketScan 10.
9. If asked if you want to grant trusted application status, click Yes.
10. In SocketScan 10, click Menu | Socket EZ Pair.
11. Click 1D Scanner.
12. If prompted, select your CHS.
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13. After they pair and connect, the CHS will beep once to confirm the connection, then
beep twice to signal a disconnection. Click Menu | Close to close Socket EZ Pair.
14. SocketScan 10 will try to connect to the CHS. If asked to confirm, click Yes.
The CHS will beep once when it has connected and is ready to scan barcodes.
The LED will also blink blue once every 3 seconds.
15. The registration screen will appear. Follow the instructions to register the scanner, or
click Cancel to register later.
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To scan barcodes:
1. Open your application. Place the cursor where you want to enter data.
2. Press the trigger button to scan a barcode. Make sure the aiming beam extends across
the entire width of the barcode.
For example, try scanning the following barcode:
IMPORTANT! Print out this page to scan the barcode. Do not scan it onscreen.
After decoding the barcode and sending it to the phone, by default the CHS will
beep once, the LED will flash green, and the aiming beam will turn off. The CHS
7NRx and 7P will also vibrate to indicate that the barcode is decoded. You can use
the Scanner Settings utility (see next page) or Command Barcodes to modify the
beep / LED / vibrate settings.
To configure an automatic Carriage Return or Tab after each scan of data, use the
Scanner Settings utility (see next page) or Command Barcodes.
If no data is read in a few seconds, the beam will turn off, and you must try again.
To Disconnect:
To disconnect, turn off the CHS. Press and hold the power button for at least 3 seconds,
until the CHS beeps twice (high-low) and the blue LED turns off.
Automatic Reconnection:
After you power on the CHS, it will automatically try to connect to the last phone it paired
and connected to. Make sure your phone is in range with Bluetooth enabled and
SocketScan 10 is running.
If the CHS is connected to your phone and gets disconnected, it will try to reconnect for a
few minutes. Make sure the phone is on and in range. If the CHS cannot reconnect, you will
hear a long beep. Press the trigger button to restart the reconnection process.
See Appendix G for unpairing instructions.
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SOCKETSCAN 10 SPECIAL FEATURES
Scanner Info
You can view Scanner Info only when the CHS is connected to your smartphone.
1. In SocketScan 10, click Menu | Scanner Info.
2. In the Scanner Info screen, some basic properties of your CHS are displayed. If desired,
click in the Scanner Name field to change the Bluetooth friendly name of your CHS.
After making any changes, click Menu | Save.
Scanner Settings
You can configure scanner settings only when the CHS is connected to your
smartphone.
1. In SocketScan 10, click Menu | Scanner Settings. The CHS will disconnect from
SocketScan 10 and beep twice.
2. If prompted to connect to Socket CHS, click Yes. The CHS will connect to Scanner
Settings and beep once.
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General Scanner Info
You can view Scanner info only when the CHS is connected to your
smartphone.
1. In SocketScan Settings, you can access Scanner Info by clicking on the main screen.
2. Besides viewing general scanner properties, you can also place the cursor in the
Scanner Name field to change the Bluetooth friendly name of your CHS. After
making any changes, click Menu | Save.
Scanner Settings - Configuration
1. In Scanner Settings, click Menu | Configuration. Enter the appropriate settings:
• Good scan beep: Select to have the CHS beep to indicate that data was successfully
decoded and transmitted to the smartphone.
• Good scan flash: Select to have the CHS LED turn green to indicate that data was
successfully decoded and transmitted to the smartphone.
• Vibrate mode: Select to have the CHS 7P or 7NRx vibrate to indicate that data was
successfully decoded and transmitted to the smartphone.
• Scanned data suffix: Select if you would like to add a carriage return or tab after
each scan of data.
2. After entering any settings, click Menu | Save.
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Scanner Settings - Symbologies
1. In Scanner Settings, click Menu | Symbologies. Press the space bar to enable or disable
symbologies.
Enabling all possible symbologies will make the decode process slightly longer.
The RSS symbology is now known as GS1 DataBar.
If you would like to read UPC-A symbols, be sure to disable GS1 DataBar so that
GS1 DataBar symbols don’t get mistakenly decoded.
2. After entering any settings, click Menu | Save.
Scanner Settings - Test
1. In Scanner Settings, click Menu | Test.
2. Select the data format as either ASCII or hexadecimal. Scan a barcode. The Scan Window
will report the barcode’s symbology, data length, and data content.
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APPENDIX A
SPECIFICATIONS
The following specifications are for 1D versions of the CHS v3.
UPhysical Characteristics:
7C/7E/7M: 129(l) x 40.1(h) x 34.6(w) mm (5.07(l) x 1.57(h) x 1.36(w)
inches)
Dimensions
7P/7NRx: 132(l) x 45.1(h) x 37.9(w) mm (5.20(l) x 1.77(h) x 1.49(w) inches)
7C: 45 g (1.6 oz)
7E/7M: 51 g (1.8 oz)
Total Weight
7P/7NRx: approx. 68 g (2.4 oz)
Antimicrobial Properties
for 7NRx (JIS Z2801:2000
Test)
2.49 on Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
6.07 when cleaned with Sani-Cloth® Plus disposable cloth wipes
Contains Biosafe® HM4100 (EPA# 83019-1)
Power Source Two AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries
Battery Charging Time With AC adapter: 5 hours (under conditions of 0 to +40°C)
Expected Battery Life With Normal Operation (connected with Bluetooth): 19 hours or 15,000 scans
(battery performance may vary depending on vibrate settings and work environment)
UEnvironmental Characteristics:
Operating Temperature +32 to +122°F (0 to +50°C)*
Storage Temperature -22 to +158°F (-30 to +70°C)*
Relative Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing
7C: Sunlight: 9690 lux, Artificial light: 4845 lux
Ambient Light
7E/7M/7P/7NRx: Sunlight: 10,000 ft candles (107,640 lux)
Artificial light: 450 ft candles (4,844 lux)
*Temperature range may vary depending on shelf life of batteries.
Operating System / Device and Bluetooth Profile Support:
OS OS Version / Compatible Devices Bluetooth HID
Support
Bluetooth SPP
Support
Windows Mobile 6.x Microsoft
Bluetooth
stack
Microsoft or
Broadcom
Bluetooth stack
Windows PC 7, Vista, XP
Mac OS X 10.4 to 10.6.6 for Mac / MacBook
with Bluetooth stack v2.2.4f3 (v1965)
(other versions not tested)
iOS iPod touch (4th generation)
iPod touch (3rd generation)
iPhone 4
iPhone 3GS (iPhone 3G not supported)
iPad 2
iPad
Android OS 2.1 to 3.x Android
2.2 to 3.x with
support for
Bluetooth HID
Android
2.1 to 3.x
BlackBerry OS 5.00.714 or later for Bold 9700 (other
models not tested with SocketScan 10, may
require previous software version)
QNX BlackBerry PlayBook
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Barcode SupportU:
7C: Bookland EAN (ISBN / EAN-13), Chinese 2 of 5, Codabar (including
support for ISBT 128 bit concatenation), Code 11, Code 128, Code 39, Trioptic
Code 39, Code 39 Full ASCII, Code 93, Discrete 2 of 5, GS1 DataBar
(RSS), GS1-128 (UCC-128 / EAN-128), Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF-14), Inverse
1D, Matrix 2 of 5, MSI, UPC / EAN / JAN, VIN
Symbologies
7E/7M/7P/7NRx: Bookland EAN (ISBN / EAN-13), Chinese 2 of 5,
Codabar (including support for ISBT 128 bit concatenation), Code 11, Code 128,
Code 39, Trioptic Code 39, Code 39 Full ASCII, Code 93, Discrete 2 of 5,
GS1 DataBar (RSS), GS1-128 (UCC-128 / EAN-128), Interleaved 2 of 5
(ITF-14), MSI, UPC / EAN / JAN, VIN
Scanning Barcodes on
Device Screens
Supported only by CHS 7C
Scanner Performance:
7C: Imager (1D)
7E/7NRx: Class 1 linear laser (1D)
Scanner Type
7M/7P: Class 2 linear laser (1D)
7C: 53.3 ±3°
Scan Angle
7E/7M/7P/7NRx: Wide (default): 47° ±3° Narrow: 35° ±3°
7C: 50 scans/sec
Scan Repetition Rate
7E/7M/7P/7NRx: 100 scans/sec (bi-directional)
7C: 5 mil minimum
Optical Resolution
7E/7M/7P/7NRx: 0.004 inch (0.102 mm) min./barcode element width (X
Dimension)
7C: Minimum 20%
Print Contrast
7E/7M/7P/7NRx: Minimum 25% absolute dark/light reflectance (MRD)
measured at 650 nm
7C: 2.25 to 20 inches (5.7 to 50.8 cm)
7E/7NRx: 1.5 to 10.5 inches (3.8 to 27 cm) typical
Decode Distance
Depends on symbol
density, symbology, W-
N Ratio, label media,
and scan angle
7M/7P: 1.5 to 45+ inches (3.8 to 144+ cm) typical
Vibrate Mode Supported only by 7P and 7NRx. Provides tactile feedback for good read.
Bluetooth Characteristics:
Interface Standard Bluetooth Human Interface Device (HID) and Serial Port Profile (SPP)
Default mode: HID Keyboard class device
Protocol Bluetooth 2.1 with Enhanced Data Rates (EDR)
2.45 GHz ISM band, supports Advanced Frequency Hopping (AFH)
Radio Range Up to 330 ft (100 m), depending on environment
Security 56 bit encryption
RF Power Class 1 radio; Typical Output: 12 dbm
Windows Mobile: Microsoft, Broadcom v1.8.0.6501 or v1.9.3
Windows PC: Microsoft, Toshiba 4.00.34, 5.00.6F or later, Broadcom
5.1.0.1700 or later (Bluetooth 2.1 for best results)
Bluetooth Stack
Support for
Windows & Mac OS
Mac OS: v2.2.4f3 (v1965)
Compatibility Windows COM port
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Certification/Compliance:
Electrical Safety Certified to IEC 60950-1, UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA C22.2, EN60950-1
Environmental RoHS
EMI/RFI FCC Part 15 Class C, RSS 210, iCES 003, C-Tick, CISPR 22, CE EN55022, EN55024
LED/Laser Safety IEC 60825-1, EN 60825-1
Bluetooth SIG Bluetooth QD ID B0164000
About Bluetooth Range
This product features a powerful Class 1 Bluetooth radio to provide the maximum possible
range. As with all wireless technologies, the connection range can vary widely depending
on many factors such as the brand and placement of the host device, the type and size of
physical obstacles and the presence and activity level of competing radio transmissions.
In range testing of this product while connected to a variety of typical host devices with
Class 1 radios, functional connection distances from 18 to 100+ ft have been experienced
depending on the environment. The following conditions appear to reduce the Bluetooth
connection range:
• The presence of soft, absorbent materials such as paper, fiberglass insulation, foam
material in office cubical walls, carpeting and, to a lesser extent, even sheetrock and
wood construction materials.
• Human bodies or containers of liquid positioned between the host and the CHS.
• The presence and activity level of competing Bluetooth, 802.11 (Wi-Fi) or other
(proprietary) systems using the same 2.4 GHz frequency.
• Metal in a grid pattern, such as chain link fencing or chicken wire. This type of material
may block the Bluetooth (or Wi-Fi) signal completely.
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APPENDIX B
SAFETY AND USAGE TIPS
Scanning Tips
Practice to determine the best scanning distance for your type of barcode.
Scanning Distance
• The best scanning distance varies depending on barcode size, symbology, label media, W-N Ratio,
and scan angle. Check the Decode Zone in Appendix D: Decode Zone to determine the proper
distance between the scanner and barcode.
• The larger the barcode, the further away you should position the scanner.
• The tighter the bars of the barcode, the closer you should position the scanner.
About Bluetooth and Health
Bluetooth wireless technology allows you to use short-range radio signals to connect a variety of
devices, such as barcode scanners, mobile phones, Pocket PCs, notebook computers, printers, LAN
access points, and many other devices at home or work. These radio signals replace the cables that
have traditionally connected these devices.
Bluetooth products have small radio transmitters and receivers. Output power is normally very low,
only 15.75 mW. This gives a working range of approximately 10 meters.
The maximum exposure levels from Bluetooth products are far below recommended safety
guidelines. At most, typical Bluetooth devices (15.75 mW) reach only one percent of the prescribed
safety levels.
Product Care
• Do not expose your product to liquid, moisture or extreme humidity.
• Do not expose your product to extreme high or low temperatures.
• Do not expose your product to lit candles, cigarettes, or cigars, or to open flames, etc.
• Do not drop, throw or try to bend the product, as rough treatment could damage it.
• Do not paint your product, as the paint could obstruct parts and prevent normal use.
• Do not attempt to disassemble your product: a broken warranty seal will void the warranty. The
product does not contain consumer serviceable components. Should your CHS need service,
contact Socket technical support at: http://support.socketmobile.com
• Treat your product with care. Keep in a clean and dust-free place.
• Changes or modifications of this product, not expressly approved by Socket, may void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Antenna Care
Do not place a metallic shield around the Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner since it will reduce
the radio transmission efficiency.
Efficient Use
For optimum performance, please make sure that there is no metal surrounding your Socket
Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner.
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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 Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand
Scanner will not affect the vehicle’s electronics.
Aircraft
• Turn off your Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner before boarding any aircraft.
• To prevent interference with communications systems, you must not use your Socket Bluetooth
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 Socket Bluetooth 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 2483.5 MHz. The output power
of the radio transmitter is 15.75 mW. The Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner is designed to be
in compliance with the RF exposure limits set by national authorities and international health
agencies1 when installed or used separately from other antennas or radio transmitters.
1 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 Non-Ionizing 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.
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APPENDIX C
BARCODE LABEL SPECIFICATIONS
All barcode symbols/labels should satisfy the appropriate AIM Uniform Symbology Specification.
Note: The CHS 7C can also scan barcodes on device screens.
Background Substrate:
The barcode symbol should be printed on material (media) that is reflective and has a matte (not
glossy) finish. A background diffuse reflectance of at least 70% to 80% is desirable for optimum
contrast. Retro-reflective media should be used to obtain decode distances greater than 36 inches.
Ink Color and Type:
The inked bars should not exceed 25% reflectance at the wavelength that is being used for
reading, whether printed with black ink or colored ink. The reflectance value should not vary
more than 5% within the same character.
Voids and Specks:
The code should be printed clearly, free of voids, specks, blemishes and lines that could “fool” the
scanner. Specks or blemishes in the white spaces, or false or missing bar sections could be
interpreted by the reading equipment as part of the code. Generally, the width of such flaws is
more serious than the height. Code symbols/ labels should be rejected if these defects are present.
Definition:
The bars in the barcode symbol should be well defined. Their edges should not be rough or fuzzy,
so that the bars and spaces have the proper widths intended for the barcode symbology used.
Contrast:
Background reflectance (that of the substrate on which the codes are printed) should always
provide a good contrast relative to the ink reflectance (that of the code bars). The difference
between the two should be at least 37.5% at the wavelength used for reading.
Tolerance:
The ratio of the widths of bars and spaces in a barcode symbol must conform to the appropriate
AIM barcode specifications and can cause problems if not correct throughout the barcode.
Problems can occur when bar edges are smeared or rough, or when they exhibit voids.
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APPENDIX D
DECODE ZONE
The decode zones for 1D models of the Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner (v3) are shown
below. The minimum element width (“X Dimension” or barcode “size”) is the width in thousandths
of an inch (mils) of the narrowest element (bar or space) in the symbol. The figures shown are the
typical scanning distances (depths of field) for selected barcode sizes. The maximum usable length
of a barcode symbol (Width of Field) at any given range is also shown.
CHS 7C
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CHS 7E/7NRx
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CHS 7M/7P
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APPENDIX E
COMMAND BARCODES FOR CHS 7C
Scan command barcode(s) to quickly configure the Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner 7C.
By default, the CHS 7C is in HID mode as a Keyboard device.
IMPORTANT! Make sure the CHS 7C is not connected to computer / device before scanning a command barcode!
IMPORTANT! Print out the page to scan the barcodes. Do not scan them onscreen.
For command barcodes that enable / disable symbologies, please seethe Command Barcodes Sheet for CHS 7C on the
CD or online at: http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads
For command barcodes for the CHS 7E, 7M, 7P or 7NRx, please see Appendix F.
Command Barcodes for CHS 7C in HID Mode
These command barcodes can be scanned with a CHS 7C in HID mode. Some will not work for a CHS 7C in SPP mode. If
you do not know which mode your CHS is in, scan the command barcode for HID Mode to make sure it is in HID mode.
If you have a CHS 7C in SPP mode, see page 99 for relevant command barcodes.
Bluetooth Connection Settings
SPP Mode
Changes the CHS to Serial Port Profile (SPP) mode.
Required for BlackBerry, optional for Windows and Android.
HID-Peripheral
Changes a CHS in HID-Keyboard mode to HID-Peripheral mode.
Optional for Windows and Android.
HID-Keyboard (default)
Changes a CHS in HID-Peripheral mode to HID-Keyboard mode.
Required for Apple iOS, Mac OS, Nokia E71.
ENABLE Automatic Reconnection from CHS (default)
Configures the CHS to automatically initiate a connection to the last paired
computer / device after the CHS is powered on.
IMPORTANT! After scanning this command barcode, power off and power on the
CHS to make sure it is configured properly.
DISABLE Automatic Reconnection from CHS
Configures the CHS to wait for a computer / device to initiate a Bluetooth
connection after the CHS Is powered on.
IMPORTANT! After scanning this command barcode, power off and power on the
CHS to make sure it is configured properly.
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Factory Defaults
Factory Reset
Configures the CHS 7C to revert all settings to factory defaults. The CHS will
power off after scanning this barcode.
Data Editing – Suffix
Data As Is (default)
Configures the CHS to
return only the decoded
data (i.e., prefix and
suffix are not sent).
Suffix – Carriage
Return
Configures the CHS to
add a carriage return at
the end of decoded data.
Suffix – Line Feed
Configures the CHS to
add a line feed at the
end of decoded data.
Suffix – Carriage
Return & Line Feed
Configures the CHS to
add a tab and carriage
return at the end of
decoded data.
Power Button Double Press Key Combination
Scan to Enable WITH BEEP Description Scan to Enable WITHOUT BEEP
CTRL + Z
CTRL + A
SHIFT + TAB
CTRL + S
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IMPORTANT! Print out the page to scan the barcodes. Do not scan them onscreen.
Good Scan Indicators
Scan to Enable Description Scan to Disable
Beep after
Decoding Data
(default)
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) Prefix Removal
Scan to Enable Description Scan to Disable
Return only the
last 17 characters
of a Code 39
barcode.
Apple iOS Onscreen Keyboard (HID Mode only)
Scan to Enable Description Scan to Disable
With Beep when onscreen keyboard appears
No Beep when onscreen keyboard appears
Double-press CHS
power button to
access onscreen
keyboard of
Apple device.
(default with
beep)
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Command Barcodes for CHS 7C in SPP Mode
These command barcodes can be scanned with a CHS 7C in SPP mode. Many will not work for a CHS 7C in HID mode. If
you do not know which mode your CHS is in, you can scan the command barcode for SPP Mode to make sure the CHS
is in SPP mode.
To modify suffix settings, use the SocketScan 10 Scanner Settings utility. You can also use it to modify some
beep and prefix settings. For instructions, please refer to the chapter for your OS.
To enable/disable symbologies, please use SocketScan 10 Scanner Settings. Advanced users can also use the
Symbology barcodes in the Command Barcodes Sheet for CHS 7C, available on the SocketScan 10 installation
CD and online at: http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads
IMPORTANT! Print out the page to scan the barcodes. Do not scan them onscreen.
Bluetooth Connection Settings
SPP Mode
Changes the CHS to Serial Port Profile (SPP) mode.
Required for BlackBerry, optional for Windows.
HID Mode (default)
Configures the CHS to Human Interface Device (HID) mode. The CHS will be
discoverable as a Keyboard to other Bluetooth devices.
Required for Apple iOS, Mac OS, Nokia E71.
Acceptor (default)
Configures the CHS to accept a Bluetooth connection puts the CHS in discoverable
mode.
Initiator
Configures the CHS to initiate a connection to a computer / device with the
Bluetooth Device Address specified in the barcode.
The barcode must be formatted in Code 128 and contain the data
#FNIaabbccddeeff# such that aabbccddeeff is the Bluetooth Device Address of
the computer/device you want to connect to the CHS.
Required for Windows when using SPP mode.
You must create a custom barcode for each
computer / device that you want to connect
to the CHS.
Use barcode generating software or website
(e.g., http://barcode.tec-it.com))
ENABLE Automatic Reconnection from CHS (default)
Configures the CHS to automatically initiate a connection to the last paired
computer / device after the CHS is powered on.
IMPORTANT! After scanning this command barcode, power off and power on the
CHS to make sure it is configured properly.
DISABLE Automatic Reconnection from CHS
Configures the CHS to wait for a computer / device to initiate a Bluetooth
connection after the CHS Is powered on.
IMPORTANT! After scanning this command barcode, power off and power on the
CHS to make sure it is configured properly.
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IMPORTANT! Print out the page to scan the barcodes. Do not scan them onscreen.
Factory Defaults
Factory Reset
Configures the CHS 7C to revert all settings to factory defaults. The CHS will power
o
scanning this barcode.
VIN Prefix Removal
Scan to Enable Description Scan to Disable
Return only the
last 17 characters
of a Code 39
barcode.
Good Scan Indicators
Scan to Enable Description Scan to Disable
Beep after
decoding data
(default)
Beep after
computer / device
acknowledges a
successful scan
(default)
Data Mode
Packet Mode (default)
Configures the CHS to transmit decoded data in packet format.
Raw Mode
Configures the CHS to transmit decoded data in raw (unpacketed) format.
APPENDIX F: COMMAND BARCODES FOR CHS 7E, 7M, 7P, 7NRX 101
APPENDIX F
COMMAND BARCODES FOR CHS 7E, 7M, 7P, 7NRX
Scan command barcode(s) to quickly configure the Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner v3 (1D versions).
By default, the CHS is in HID mode as a Keyboard device.
IMPORTANT! Make sure the CHS is not connected to computer / device before scanning a command barcode!
IMPORTANT! Print out the page to scan the barcodes. Do not scan them onscreen.
For command barcodes that enable / disable symbologies, please see the Command Barcodes Sheet for CHS 7E, 7M, 7P,
7NRx, available on the SocketScan 10 installation CD and online at: http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads
For command barcodes for the CHS 7C, please see Appendix E.
Command Barcodes for CHS in HID Mode
These command barcodes can be scanned with a CHS in HID mode. Some will not work for a CHS in SPP mode. If you
do not know which mode your CHS is in, scan the command barcode for HID Mode to make sure it is in HID mode.
If you have a CHS in SPP mode, see page 105 for relevant command barcodes.
Bluetooth Connection Settings
SPP Mode
Changes the CHS to Serial Port Profile (SPP) mode.
Required for BlackBerry, optional for Windows.
HID-Peripheral
Changes a CHS in HID-Keyboard mode to HID-Peripheral mode.
Optional for Windows.
HID-Keyboard (default)
Changes a CHS in HID-Peripheral mode to HID-Keyboard mode.
Required for Apple iOS, Mac OS, Nokia E71.
ENABLE Automatic Reconnection from CHS (default)
Configures the CHS to automatically initiate a connection to the last paired
computer / device after the CHS is powered on.
IMPORTANT! After scanning this command barcode, power off and power on the
CHS to make sure it is configured properly.
DISABLE Automatic Reconnection from CHS
Configures the CHS to wait for a computer / device to initiate a Bluetooth
connection after the CHS Is powered on.
IMPORTANT! After scanning this command barcode, power off and power on the
CHS to make sure it is configured properly.
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Factory Defaults
Factory Reset
Configures the CHS to revert all settings to factory defaults. The CHS will power
off after scanning this barcode.
Data Editing – Suffix
Data As Is
Configures the CHS to
return only the decoded
data (i.e., prefix and
suffix are not sent).
Suffix – Carriage
Return (default)
Configures the CHS to
add a carriage return at
the end of decoded data.
Suffix – Tab
Configures the CHS to
add a tab at the end of
decoded data.
Suffix – Carriage
Return & Line Feed
Configures the CHS to
add a tab and carriage
return at the end of
decoded data.
Power Button Double Press Key Combination
Scan to Enable WITH BEEP Description Scan to Enable WITHOUT BEEP
CTRL + Z
CTRL + A
SHIFT + TAB
CTRL + S
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IMPORTANT! Print out the page to scan the barcodes. Do not scan them onscreen.
Good Scan Indicators
Scan to Enable Description Scan to Disable
Beep after
Decoding Data
(default)
Vibrate after
Decoding Data
(default)
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) Prefix Removal
Scan to Enable Description Scan to Disable
Return only the
last 17 characters
of a Code 39
barcode.
Apple iOS Onscreen Keyboard (HID Mode only)
Scan to Enable Description Scan to Disable
With Beep when onscreen keyboard appears
No Beep when onscreen keyboard appears
Double-press CHS
power button to
access onscreen
keyboard of
Apple device.
(default with
beep)
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Command Barcodes for CHS 7E, 7M, 7P or 7NRx in SPP Mode
These command barcodes can be scanned with a CHS in SPP mode. Many will not work for a CHS in HID mode. If you
do not know which mode your CHS is in, you can scan the command barcode for SPP Mode to make sure the CHS is in
SPP mode.
You can also use the SocketScan 10 Scanner Settings utility to modify some beep, vibrate, prefix/suffix. For
instructions, please refer to the chapter for your OS.
To enable/disable symbologies, please use SocketScan 10 Scanner Settings. Advanced users can also use the
Symbology barcodes in the HID section (previous 16 pages).
IMPORTANT! Print out the page to scan the barcodes. Do not scan them onscreen.
Bluetooth Connection Settings
SPP Mode
Changes the CHS to Serial Port Profile (SPP) mode.
Required for BlackBerry, optional for Windows.
HID Mode (default)
Configures the CHS to Human Interface Device (HID) mode. The CHS will be
discoverable as a Keyboard to other Bluetooth devices.
Required for Apple iOS, Mac OS, Nokia E71.
Acceptor (default)
Configures the CHS to accept a Bluetooth connection puts the CHS in discoverable
mode.
Initiator
Configures the CHS to initiate a connection to a computer / device with the
Bluetooth Device Address specified in the barcode.
The barcode must be formatted in Code 128 and contain the data
#FNIaabbccddeeff# such that aabbccddeeff is the Bluetooth Device Address of
the computer/device you want to connect to the CHS.
Required for Windows when using SPP mode.
You must create a custom barcode for each
computer / device that you want to connect
to the CHS.
Use barcode generating software or website
(e.g., http://barcode.tec-it.com))
ENABLE Automatic Reconnection from CHS (default)
Configures the CHS to automatically initiate a connection to the last paired
computer / device after the CHS is powered on.
IMPORTANT! After scanning this command barcode, power off and power on the
CHS to make sure it is configured properly.
DISABLE Automatic Reconnection from CHS
Configures the CHS to wait for a computer / device to initiate a Bluetooth
connection after the CHS Is powered on.
IMPORTANT! After scanning this command barcode, power off and power on the
CHS to make sure it is configured properly.
APPENDIX F: COMMAND BARCODES FOR CHS 7E, 7M, 7P, 7NRX 105
IMPORTANT! Print out the page to scan the barcodes. Do not scan them onscreen.
Factory Defaults
Factory Reset
Configures the CHS to revert all settings to factory defaults. The CHS will power off
scanning this barcode.
Data Editing – Suffix
Data As Is (default)
Configures the CHS to
return only the decoded
data (i.e., prefix and
suffix are not sent).
Suffix – Carriage
Return
Configures the CHS to
add a carriage return at
the end of decoded data.
Suffix – Tab
Configures the CHS to
add a tab at the end of
decoded data.
Suffix – Carriage
Return & Line Feed
Configures the CHS to
add a tab and carriage
return at the end of
decoded data.
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IMPORTANT! Print out the page to scan the barcodes. Do not scan them onscreen.
VIN Prefix Removal
Scan to Enable Description Scan to Disable
Return only the
last 17 characters
of a Code 39
barcode.
Good Scan Indicators
Scan to Enable Description Scan to Disable
Beep after
decoding data
(default)
Beep after
computer / device
acknowledges a
successful scan
(default)
7P and 7NRx only:
Vibrate after
Decoding Data
(default)
7P and 7NRx only:
Vibrate after
computer / device
acknowledges a
successful scan
(default)
Data Mode
Packet Mode (default)
Configures the CHS to transmit decoded data in
packet format.
Raw Mode
Configures the CHS to transmit decoded data in raw
(unpacketed) format.
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APPENDIX G
SPECIAL BUTTON SEQUENCES
Restoring Factory Defaults
To restore the CHS to its factory defaults, do the following:
1. Power on the CHS.
2. While pressing the trigger button, briefly press and release the power button.
3. After about 15 seconds, the CHS will beep. Release the trigger button. If you performed the
actions correctly, the CHS will beep 5 times and power off.
4. The next time you power on the CHS, it will take longer than normal. After the CHS finishes
powering on, it will have factory default settings (HID mode for Keyboards).
Unpairing the CHS
1. Power on the CHS.
2. Press and hold down the trigger button. Press and hold down the power button until you
hear 3 beeps.
3. 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.
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APPENDIX H
CAB INSTALLATION
Advanced Users Only!
For Windows Mobile, you can install SocketScan 10 software directly from a CAB
(cabinet) file instead of using the installation wizard. A CAB file contains all the
software and drivers needed to install your product on a particular Pocket PC
platform. CAB files are available in the SocketScan 10 installation CD (in the CABs
folder) and coming soon online at:
http://www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads/data-collection/series7/ss10/
If you have the Socket SoMo 650 running Windows Mobile 6 Service Pack 8 or
later, SocketScan 10 is pre-loaded on the device. To install, in the Today screen,
tap Getting Started and choose the option to install SocketScan 10.
In order to install the CAB file, you need a way to transfer the CAB file to your
Pocket PC, such as:
• Use Windows Mobile Device Center to transfer the CAB file to your Pocket PC.
• Use a memory card reader to save the CAB file from your desktop PC to a
memory card, then insert the memory card into your Pocket PC.
• If your Pocket PC has Internet access, download the CAB file directly from
Socket’s website to your Pocket PC. (coming soon)
1. Transfer the correct CAB file to your Pocket PC. If transferring the CAB file
with Windows Mobile Device Center or downloading the CAB file directly to
your Pocket PC, remember where you save the file.
2. Tap Start | Programs | File Explorer.
3. Use File Explorer to browse to the CAB file. Tap on the CAB file.
4. The CAB file will start installing on your Pocket PC. Follow the instructions on
your device screen to install the software.
5. Your device may warn that the CAB file comes from an unknown publisher.
Tap Yes to continue installation.
6. After software installation, soft reset the device by pressing the reset button.
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APPENDIX I
CONNECTION BARCODES
If the CHS supports SPP mode for your OS, you can generate and scan special
barcodes to quickly connect to a computer or device.
1. Power on the CHS. Make sure the CHS is in SPP mode. If needed, use the appropriate
Command Barcode to change the scanner mode.
2. Enable Bluetooth on your computer or device.
3. Find out the Bluetooth Device Address of your computer or device. You can use the
Bluetooth software to find this out.
4. Open SocketScan 10. In SocketScan 10 Settings, make sure an incoming COM is
selected.
5. Use a barcode generating application or website (e.g., http://barcode.tec-it.com/) to
create and print a barcode with the following properties.
Symbology Code 128
Data #FNIxxxxxxxxxxxx#
Where the xxxxxxxxxxxx is the 12 character Bluetooth Device Address of the
computer or device you want to connect to.
Barcode (Module) Width: approx. 1 inch or 3 cm recommended
6. Scan the barcode that you created.
7. If prompted, accept the Bluetooth connection.
8. If prompted for a passkey, enter 0000 (four zeroes).
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APPENDIX J
TROUBLESHOOTING
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING – ALL OS
SYMPTOM: When I try to scan, I aim the beam at the barcode, but no data appears on my screen, and
the beam eventually turns off.
POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION
The scanner is too close or too far from the
barcode, or at an incorrect angle
Practice scanning at different distances and angles so you get
accustomed to the most effective position.
The barcode is incorrectly formatted,
damaged or poorly printed.
Try scanning a barcode that is correctly formatted, printed
clearly, and in good condition.
The barcode symbology may be disabled or
not supported by the CHS.
Enable the symbology. If you are using the CHS in SPP mode,
use the symbology selector feature of SocketScan software. If
you are using the CHS in HID mode, please refer to the
SocketScan Advanced Programming Guide for instructions.
If you do not know the symbology of the barcode, and the
CHS works in SPP mode for your computer / device, you can
use the Scanner Settings utility to test scanning the barcode
and determine its symbology.
You don’t have an application open to
scan data into.
Open an application (e.g., a spreadsheet). Place the cursor
where you want to enter data. Try scanning again.
SYMPTOM: My computer/device cannot find the CHS, and/or I get an error message saying that there are
connection problems.
POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION
The computer/device is too far from the
CHS.
Move the devices closer together, within a range of 10-15 m.
The CHS is not powered on. Power on the CHS.
You are using the CHS in SPP mode and
have assigned another device as your
default Bluetooth serial device.
Remove any settings that assign another device as your
default Bluetooth serial device.
Your computer/device does not have
Bluetooth enabled and/or the Bluetooth
software is not running.
Enable Bluetooth on your computer/device and make sure the
Bluetooth software is running.
The CHS is already paired with another
computer/device.
Unpair the CHS. See Appendix F for instructions.
SYMPTOM: The Bluetooth device search has found multiple CHS devices, and I don’t know which one to
choose.
POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION
The CHS is not paired with a host system,
and there are multiple CHS devices in range.
Power off the CHS device(s) you do not want to connect to an
d
the Bluetooth device search.
Alternatively, If the CHS works in SPP mode with your
computer/device, you can use the SocketScan Scanner Settings
utility to change the scanner’s Bluetooth friendly name to
something you can easily recognize.
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SYMPTOM: When I scan a barcode, odd behaviors occur, such as different applications seem to be
invoked in my system, and/or special characters are displayed in the application unexpectedly.
POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION
In HID mode, the CHS will only properly
read printable ASCII characters. Non-
printable ASCII characters or extended
characters cannot be interpreted by the
scanner. Printable ASCII characters are
numbers between 0x20 and 0x7E, and any
ASCII characters that fall outside of this
scope are considered as non-printable.
Use the SocketScan 10 SDK to develop a custom
application that supports non-printable ASCII characters.
Learn more about the SDK at:
http://www.socketmobile.com/products/sdk/
SYMPTOM: When I press the Shift, Caps Lock or Ctrl key on my keyboard, it affects the data output
from my CHS to my computer.
POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION
You are using the CHS in HID mode as a
Keyboard class device.
Determine how your computer implements HID keyboard
devices.
SYMPTOM: When I scan some barcodes with the CHS in SPP mode, the data is truncated or some
characters are corrupted.
POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION
The barcode data has illegal characters.
SocketScan 10 is designed to read ASCII
characters between 0x20 (Space) and 0x7F.
If you have a truncated barcode, you can view the raw
data without any conversions by using the Test option of
Scanner Settings, with hexadecimal format selected. If
you need to scan data that is not 7 bit ASCII (e.g., Double
Byte, MultiByte or UNICODE for Kanji, simplified Chinese,
etc.) use the SocketScan 10 SDK.
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SYMPTOM: I am using the CHS in SPP mode and get the “CHS not connected” icon in the system
tray and can’t trigger the scanner or scan any barcodes.
POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION
Your PC is not connected to the CHS. Make sure the CHS is on, in range and has enough battery
power. Try to reconnect.
SYMPTOM: When I try to access SocketScan 10, I get an error message saying the installed version of the
application could not be determined.
POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION
You installed SocketScan 10 while logged
into a different account.
Log into the account you used while installing SocketScan1
Alternatively, you can install SocketScan 10 for every user
account that plans to use the CHS.
SYMPTOM: After I try to connect, SocketScan 10 reports the Friendly Name of the last CHS connected to
the computer, and I cannot modify any advanced settings or symbologies.
POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION
This is a known issue in SocketScan 10 for
Windows XP and Vista.
Close and restart SocketScan 10 and reconnect.
SYMPTOM: The Bluetooth software indicates that the CHS has connected, but when I try to scan data, it
does not enter into my application.
POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION
The CHS is in SPP mode, and your PC has
multiple incoming Bluetooth serial ports
enabled.
Use your Bluetooth utility to disable extra incoming
Bluetooth serial ports. In SocketScan Settings, click Ports
to access the Bluetooth utility.
The CHS is in SPP mode, and SocketScan 10
Is not running.
Start SocketScan 10. Click on the desktop shortcut icon.
The keyboard wedge is not enabled in
SocketScan Settings.
Make sure Use keyboard wedge is selected.
The CHS is in SPP mode but not assigned to
an incoming Bluetooth serial COM port.
In SocketScan Settings, make sure the CHS is assigned to
an incoming Bluetooth serial COM port. If your computer
has the Toshiba Bluetooth stack, in SocketScan Settings,
click Ports. Make sure the CHS is assigned to a Bluetooth
port named LocalCOM-Server.
SYMPTOM: The SocketScan 10 system tray icon does not appear by default after I install the software.
POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION
Bluetooth was not fully initialized before
launching SocketScan 10.
Make sure Bluetooth is enabled. Open SocketScan 10
Settings by navigating to: Your local drive:\Program
Files\Socket Mobile\SocketScan 10\Bin\Windows.
Click on SocketScan Settings.exe. Make sure Use
keyboard wedge and Show keyboard wedge icon in
task tray are selected and click OK.
SYMPTOM: After the CHS connects, an error message says the application failed to initialize properly.
POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION
Your system is missing .NET Framework
(0xc0000135)
Install the latest version of .NET Framework with the
appropriate version of Runtime software.
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SYMPTOM: When I try to install SocketScan 10, an error message says Access is denied, or I have
insufficient privileges to complete installation.
POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION
You tried to install SocketScan on a
Windows 7 computer while not logged
into an administrative account.
Abort the process. Log into an administrative account and
restart the installation.
SYMPTOM: My CHS no longer connects to my computer.
POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION
This is a known issue with the Microsoft
Bluetooth stack in Windows Vista when
using a USB Bluetooth adapter. Bluetooth
settings can sometimes become corrupted
after the computer suspends and resumes.
Make sure the CHS is discoverable and connectable. In the
Microsoft Bluetooth software, select the Socket CHS in the
Bluetooth device list (its status may be “Already
Connected”). Click Next. If prompted, enter the passkey
0000 (four zeroes). In the last screen, click Finish. Do not
remove the CHS from the device list and re-add it.
Your computer with Broadcom (Widcomm)
Bluetooth stack and Bluetooth 2.0 may
have a broken link key.
Upgrade to a Broadcom Bluetooth stack using Bluetooth
2.1 (a dongle) or switch to the Microsoft Bluetooth stack
(with Bluetooth 2.1 or 2.0).
SYMPTOM: When I try to connect the CHS to the PC, I get an error message saying that SocketScan 10
could not open the COM port or had problems with COM port assignments.
POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION
SocketScan 10 is competing with another
application for the same COM port.
Make sure each COM port is assigned to only one device.
If needed, use the SocketScan 10 Settings utility to assign
the CHS to a different incoming Bluetooth serial COM.
You are running SocketScan 7 and
SocketScan 10 simultaneously.
Close SocketScan 7 and try reconnecting again.
You are trying to run SocketScan 10 on
Windows 7 or Windows Vista in user mode
(Error 53).
Run SocketScan 10 with administrative privileges. Right-
click on the SocketScan 10 desktop shortcut. Click
Properties. Click Advanced. Select Run as
administrator. Click OK.
SYMPTOM: When I try to open Scanner Settings, an error message says that SocketScan failed to set the
scanner configuration mode.
POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION
CHS is connected to Toshiba Bluetooth
stack, and SocketScan 10 is running.
Ignore the message and click OK. The Scanner Settings
application will launch and work properly.
SYMPTOM: When I open SocketScan 10, an error message says it cannot determine the Bluetooth stack.
POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION
Bluetooth is not enabled on your PC. Enable Bluetooth on your PC. Make sure Bluetooth is fully
initialized before opening SocketScan 10.
SYMPTOM: I installed SocketScan 10, but the shortcut icon does not appear on my desktop.
POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION
You incorrectly uninstalled a copy of
SocketScan 10 before installing your
current copy of SocketScan 10.
Make sure SocketScan 10 is not running. Uninstall
SocketScan 10. When prompted, make sure to restart
the computer. Re-install SocketScan 10.
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TROUBLESHOOTING FOR WINDOWS MOBILE
For help using SocketScan for Windows Mobile, tap on the icon.
SYMPTOM: I am using the CHS in SPP mode and get the “CHS not connected” icon in the task tray
of the Today screen and can’t trigger the scanner or scan any barcodes.
POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION
Your SoMo is not connected to the CHS. Make sure the CHS is on and in range and has enough
battery power. Try to reconnect.
You are trying to connect the CHS with an
HP iPAQ 100 or 200 series Pocket PC.
The first release of SocketScan 10 for Windows Mobile is
only compatible with the Socket SoMo 650. Check back for
HP iPAQ compatibility in future releases.
SYMPTOM: The Bluetooth software indicates that the CHS has connected, but when I try to scan data, it
does not enter into my application.
POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION
The CHS is in SPP mode, and the SoMo has
multiple incoming Bluetooth serial ports
enabled.
Use your Bluetooth utility to disable extra incoming
Bluetooth serial ports.
The CHS is in SPP mode, and SocketScan 10
Is not running.
Start SocketScan 10. Tap Start | Programs | SocketScan
10 | SocketScan 10.
SYMPTOM: When I try to launch Scanner Settings, I get an error message saying that I need to close the
Keyboard Wedge application.
POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION
The CHS is in SPP mode and connected to
the SoMo when you try to launch Scanner
Settings.
Close the Keyboard Wedge application and try launching
Scanner Settings again.
SYMPTOM: While using Scanner Settings, the CHS disconnects, and the Scanner Settings utility is non-
responsive.
POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION
You tried to switch from one SocketScan
application to another by using an
assigned launch button.
Only use the pop-up menu from the SocketScan task
tray icon to switch between SocketScan applications.
SYMPTOM: When I try to connect the CHS to my SoMo, I get an error message saying that an
incompatible scanner tried to connect.
POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION
The CHS is in SPP mode, and the SoMo
does not have any Bluetooth serial ports
free.
Free up a Bluetooth serial port for the CHS connection.
The CHS is incompatible, probably an older
version.
Use the correct version of SocketScan for your CHS
version, or upgrade your CHS to v3.
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SYMPTOM: When I try to use SocketScan 10 Keyboard Wedge or Scanner Settings in landscape mode, it
doesn’t appear correctly.
POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION
This release of SocketScan 10 does not
support landscape mode for Windows
Mobile.
Use your device in Portrait mode and upgrade your
SocketScan 10 software when a later release is available.
SYMPTOM: The CHS won’t work with my device running Windows Phone 7.
POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION
Windows Phone 7 devices do not support
Bluetooth HID or SPP connections. For a list
of supported Bluetooth profiles on
Windows Phone 7, visit:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2449475
Unless Microsoft adds HID or SPP support to Windows
Phone 7, you will need to use a different device with
the CHS.
TROUBLESHOOTING FOR ANDROID OS
SYMPTOM: The CHS won’t reconnect to my Samsung Galaxy or Dell Streak any more.
POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION
This is a known issue for Bluetooth for
these devices.
Disable and enable Bluetooth on your Android device and
try again.
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TROUBLESHOOTING FOR BLACKBERRY
SYMPTOM: While scanning barcodes into a BlackBerry smartphone, I get an input system error.
POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION
You are using a CHS v2 scanner with
SocketScan 10.
SocketScan 10 is compatible only with CHS v3. Either
downgrade your software to SocketScan 7 or upgrade
your scanner to CHS v3.
SYMPTOM: The characters “nj” follow each scan of data.
POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION
You are using a CHS v2 scanner with
SocketScan 10 and configured a carriage
return suffix for each scan of data.
SocketScan 10 is compatible only with CHS v3. Either
downgrade your software to SocketScan 7 or upgrade
your scanner to CHS v3.
SYMPTOM: When I try to enable or disable Vibrate Mode in Scanner Settings, I get error message about
properties 131340 failing to complete.
POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION
You are using a CHS v2 scanner with
SocketScan 10.
SocketScan 10 is compatible only with CHS v3. Either
downgrade your software to SocketScan 7 or upgrade
your scanner to CHS v3.
SYMPTOM: When I perform a Bluetooth device search, the CHS does not appear in the found devices list.
POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION
You are using the BlackBerry Storm 9530
or other smartphone with BlackBerry OS
version previous to 5.00.714
Upgrade your BlackBerry OS to version 5.00.714 or later.
SYMPTOM: .When I try to connect the CHS, an error message says that SocketScan 10 can’t connect to
unknown device.
POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION
The CHS is already paired to another device. Unpair the CHS (see Appendix F for instructions) and
delete any “Unknown devices” in the Bluetooth paired
devices list.
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APPENDIX K
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
If you have trouble installing or using the CHS, Socket has different support options to help you.
Online Knowledge Base: Search for articles, Frequently Asked Questions or Hot Topics 24 hours
a day. http://support.socketmobile.com/EU_S1a.asp
Online Requests: Register your product and submit a question to our Technical Support Team.
http://support.socketmobile.com
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Socket Mobile Incorporated (Socket) warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship, under
normal use and service, for one (1) year from the date of purchase. Product must be purchased new from a Socket
Mobile Authorized Distributor or Reseller. Products purchased through non-authorized channels are not eligible
for this warranty support.
EXCLUDES: Consumables such as batteries, removable cables, cases, straps, stylus, memory cards, chargers and CF-
to-PC Card adapters (90 day coverage only)
An extended warranty is available separately for the Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner. For more information,
please visit: http://support.socketmobile.com
Incompatibility is not a defect covered by the Socket 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 a Socket 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 surface shipping charges back to any location in the
contiguous United States. This warranty applies only to the original retail purchaser and is not transferable.
Socket may, at its option, replace or repair the product with new or reconditioned parts and the returned product
becomes property of Socket. 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 remainder of the original warranty
period, whichever is greater.
This warranty does not cover the repair or replacement of products damaged by abuse, accident, lost products,
use beyond Socket’s published specifications, liquid immersion, misuse or misapplication, damages caused by an
act of God, nor as a result of service or modification other than by Socket unless specifically described by Socket in
product documentation. This warranty does not provide coverage for any product updates, for example updates
due to design changes, except as deemed necessary by Socket and does not cover any calibration or adjustments
necessary for product functionality. This warranty does not cover refurbishing cosmetic damages such as scratched
paint, cases or LED screens. This warranty is void if you install batteries into the product that were not supplied by
Socket.
SOCKET MOBILE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM
BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING DAMAGE TO PROPERTY AND, TO THE EXTENT
PERMITTED BY LAW, DAMAGES FOR PERSONAL INJURY. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES
INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Some states do not allow limitation of implied warranties, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so that the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
This product may contain fully tested, recycled parts, warranted as if new.
For warranty information, please visit: http://support.socketmobile.com/
DISCLAIMER
EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT EXPRESSLY WARRANTED BY SOCKET MOBILE, INC, THIS PRODUCT IS PROVIDED "AS IS"
WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT
REQUIRED BY LAW, SOCKET MOBILE DOES NOT ASSUME ANY PRODUCT LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF, OR IN
CONNECTION WITH, THE APPLICATION OR USE OF ANY PRODUCT OR APPLICATION DESCRIBED HEREIN.
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SOCKETSCAN SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT
PLEASE READ THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT ("LICENSE") BEFORE USING THE SOCKETSCAN SOFTWARE. BY
USING THE SOFTWARE, YOU ARE AGREEING TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE. IF YOU DO NOT
AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE, DO NOT USE THE SOFTWARE.
1. License. Any software, tools, utilities, sample code, documentation, fonts and other materials accompanying
this License, whether on disk, print or electronic documentation, in read only memory, or any other media,
are licensed to you by Socket Mobile, Inc. for use only under the terms of this License, and Socket Mobile
reserves all rights not expressly granted to you. The rights granted herein are limited to Socket Mobile Inc's
and its licensors' intellectual property rights in SocketScan Software and do not include any other patents or
intellectual property rights. You own the media on which SocketScan Software is recorded but Socket Mobile
and/or Socket Mobile licensor(s) retain ownership of SocketScan itself. SocketScan Software in this package
and any copies you make and modifications you obtain in the future are subject to this License.
2. Permitted Uses and Restrictions. SocketScan Software is designed for use only in conjunction with Socket
Mobile products and is unlimited as to use for this purpose. You may not decompile, reverse engineer,
disassemble, modify, rent, lease, loan, sublicense, and distribute the software for any other purpose than to
be used with Socket Mobile products. Your rights under this License will terminate automatically without
notice from Socket Mobile if you fail to comply with any term(s) of this License.
3. Limitation of Liability. TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL SOCKET MOBILE BE
LIABLE FOR PERSONAL INJURY, OR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF DATA,
BUSINESS INTERRUPTION OR ANY OTHER COMMERCIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED
TO YOUR USE OR INABILITY TO USE SOCKETSCAN SOFTWARE, HOWEVER CAUSED, REGARDLESS OF THE
THEORY OF LIABILITY (CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE) AND EVEN IF SOCKET MOBILE HAS BEEN ADVISED
OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE LIMITATION OF
LIABILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY, OR OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THIS LIMITATION
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN NO EVENT SHALL SOCKET MOBILE TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL DAMAGES
(OTHER THAN WHAT MAYBE REQUIRED BY LAW IN CASES INVOLVING PERSONAL INJURY) EXCEED THE
ORIGINAL PURCHASE AMOUNT OF SOCKETSCAN SOFTWARE. THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS WILL APPLY
EVEN IF THE ABOVE STATED REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE.
4. Export Law Assurances. You may not use or otherwise export or re-export SocketScan Software except as
authorized by United States law and the laws of the jurisdiction in which SocketScan Software was obtained.
In particular, but without limitation, SocketScan Software may not be exported or re-exported (a) into (or to
a national or resident of) any U.S. embargoed countries (currently Cuba, Iran, Iraq, Libya, North Korea, Sudan,
and Syria), or (b) to anyone on the U.S. Treasury Department's list of Specially Designated Nationals or the
U.S. Department of Commerce Denied Persons List or Entity List. By using Socket Mobile 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.
5. Government End Users. Socket Mobile Software and related documentation are "Commercial Items", as
that term is defined at 48 C.F.R. 2.101, consisting of "Commercial Computer Software" and "Commercial
Computer Software Documentation", as such terms are used in 48 C.F.R. 12.212 or 48 C.F.R. 227.7202, as
applicable. Consistent with 48 C.F.R. 12.212 or 48 C.F.R. 227.7202-1through 227.7202-4, as applicable, the
Commercial Computer Software and Commercial Computer Software Documentation are being licensed to
U.S. Government end users (a) only as Commercial Items and (b) with only those rights as are granted to all
other end users pursuant to the terms and conditions herein. Unpublished-rights reserved under the
copyright laws of the United States.
6. Limited Warranty. Socket Mobile warrants that the original disk is free from defects for 90 days from the
date of delivery of the Software. Socket Mobile’s entire liability and your exclusive remedy shall be, at Socket
Mobile’s option, either (a) return of the price paid or (b) replacement of the Software which does not meet
Socket Mobile’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. Socket Mobile
disclaims all other warranties, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, with respect to the Software, and the accompanying
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written materials. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have others which vary from
state to state.
7. Controlling Law and Severability. This License will be governed by and construed in accordance with the
laws of the United States and the State of California. This License shall not be governed by the United Nations
Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods, the application of which is expressly excluded. 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.
8. Complete Agreement. This License constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to
the use of SocketScan Software licensed hereunder and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous
understandings regarding such subject matter. No amendment to or modification of this License will be
binding unless in writing and signed by Socket Mobile. Any translation of this License is done for local
requirements and in the event of a dispute between the English and any non-English versions, the English
version of this License shall govern.
Portions of SocketScan software for Android OS licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the
“License”); you may not use this file except in compliance with the License. You may obtain a copy of
the License at: http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software distributed under the License is
distributed on an “AS IS” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express
or implied. See the License for the specific language governing permissions and limitations under the
License.
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
The Socket Bluetooth 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 interference 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
http://support.socketmobile.com/
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject
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to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne
doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage
radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
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 Bluetooth 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 http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/
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, available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.
Canada Certification
The marking of “IC:2394A-CHS1” on the device means: “2394A-CHS1” 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.
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:
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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
LASER DEVICE:
The Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner 7E, 7M, 7P, and 7NRx described in this User Guide
contain a laser scan engine.
For the Class 1 version of this engine (CHS 7E and 7NRx), the following applies:
• Complies with 21CFR1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50,
dated June 24, 2007.
• Complies with IEC60825-1:2001-08
• Class 1 Laser devices are not considered to be hazardous when used for their intended purpose. The
following statement is required to comply with US and international regulations:
Caution: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure.
A laser warning label such as the one below appears on the battery door.
Example of Class 1 Laser Warning Label
For the Class 2 version of this engine (CHS 7M and 7P), the following applies:
• Complies with 21CFR1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50,
dated June 24, 2007.
• Complies with IEC60825-1:2001-08
• 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.
Caution: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure.
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A laser warning label such as the one below appears on the battery door.
Example of Class 2 Laser Warning Label
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
short-circuiting).
• 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.
11/2011 Printed in U.S.A.