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Cordless Ring Scanner Series 9 with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Featuring a “Hands-Free” wearable bar code scanner that captures and sends data wirelessly to Bluetooth enabled computers running Windows Mobile, XP or XP Tablet Edition. User’s Guide

Table of Contents COPYRIGHT NOTICE 2 1 | INTRODUCTION 5 About the Software 5 About Combining Scanning with Bluetooth 7 System Requirements 8 Package Contents 8 Product Registration 8 Hardware and Software Indicators 9 Scanning Tips 10 About the Cable Break Away 11 2 | HARDWARE PREPARATION 12 Charging and Installing the Battery 12 Assembling and Putting on the CRS 13 3 | SETUP FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 15 STEP 1: Install the Software 16 STEP 2: Configure Scanner Settings 18 STEP 3: Connect CRS to Host Device with Bluetooth 20 STEP 4: Assemble and Put on the CRS 22 STEP 5: Scan Data into Your Application 22 OPTIONAL: Select Symbologies 24 OPTIONAL: Configure Prefix/Suffixes 25 OPTIONAL: Configure Sound 26 OPTIONAL: Run Scan Demo 27 4 | SETUP FOR WINDOWS XP 28 STEP 1: Install the Software 29 STEP 2: Configure Bluetooth Settings 31 STEP 3: Configure Scanner Settings 37 STEP 4: Start SocketScan and Connect to CRS 39 STEP 5: Assemble and Put on the CRS 40 STEP 6: Scan Data into Your Application 40 OPTIONAL: Assign Sound and Prefix/Suffix Settings 42 OPTIONAL: Configure Advanced Bluetooth Settings 43 OPTIONAL: Assign a Remote Trigger Button 45 OPTIONAL: Select Symbologies 46 TABLE OF CONTENTS 3

APPENDICES A | SPECIFICATIONS 47B | SAFETY AND USAGE TIPS 49 C | BAR CODE LABEL SPECIFICATIONS 51 D | ENABLING OR DISABLING SYMBOLOGIES 52 E | DECODE ZONE 55 F | TROUBLESHOOTING 56 G | TECHNICAL SUPPORT 59 LIMITED WARRANTY 60 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE 62 4

1 | Introduction If you need to collect bar coded data but don't want to be tied to your mobile or desktop computer, the Socket Cordless Ring Scanner (CRS) Series 9 with Bluetooth wireless technology is just what you're looking for. This innovative device combines the power of laser bar code scanning with the convenience of Bluetooth wireless technology in a compact, lightweight device that is ergonomically designed to fit comfortably on your hand. Bluetooth wireless technology transforms how devices connect with each other, offering new possibilities for using a mobile computer with other devices. With the CRS, you can scan bar codes while connected to a PDA in your pocket or a Windows XP system located up to 300 feet away — all without the hassle of cables or the awkwardness of a protruding antenna. The CRS was designed with an exclusive Liquidmetal® construction that is twice as strong as titanium, extremely durable and scratch-resistant. The Battery Friendly® CRS uses minimal power, so you can scan over 11,000 times in normal operating conditions without having to recharge. Scanner Versions The CRS Series 9 includes two versions of the scanner, The Mid-range CRS 9M has a Class 1 laser scanner and a Class 2 Bluetooth with a maximum range of 30ft (10m). The Performance CRS 9P features a Class 2 laser scanner with a Class 1 Bluetooth with a maximum range of 300ft 10m). ( About the Software SocketScan™ enters scanned data directly into any open Windows program, as if the data were manually typed, so you can use the CRS with your favorite application. Included is a utility that enables you to configure Prefix/Suffixes, sounds, and other special settings for the CRS. CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 5

Connect!Agent™ (patent pending) simplifies the Bluetooth by automatically setting up and managing the Bluetooth connection. Connect!Agent runs in the background, requiring no user interaction. For software updates, please visit: www.socketcom.com/support/support_bar.asp6

About Combining Scanning with Bluetooth The Cordless Ring Scanner represents an optimal combination of proven laser bar code scanning technology and state-of-the-art Bluetooth connectivity. Because of the problems inherent in the intermittent storage of scanned data in on-board memory if the Bluetooth connection is lost, the CRS is designed to operate only when connected to the host, with the powerful Class 1 radio providing the maximum possible connection range. The user is advised of the connection status with a single beep when the CRS connects to the host and a double beep when the connection is closed or lost. As with any wireless device, connectivity range can be affected by a variety of environmental variables. The most likely source of errors in any cordless scanning system is not in the scanning and decoding process, but in the transmission of the data to the host. To prevent such errors, the Cordless Ring Scanner features Socket’s exclusive Error Proof Protocol™ (patent pending), which ensures that scanned data is correctly received by the host computer and allows for real-time validation of data and notification to the user in case of errors. The beeper and green LED signals provided by the CRS confirm not only a successful scan but also the successful transmission of the scanned data to the host. Users familiar with bar code scanning may notice a slight delay between the successful scan and shut off of the laser, and the beep and green LED from the CRS confirming completed transmission of the data. In most instances, this delay is less than 300 ms (milliseconds), but may be slightly longer as the connectivity range limit is approached. Because of the two-way transmission verification process, it is possible to cause communication problems by scanning bar codes as fast as possible. When this occurs, all transmissions will stop for several seconds before scanning can be resumed. To prevent this from happening, the user should wait until the confirming beep is received before scanning the next bar code. CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 7

System Requirements Windows Mobile devices should satisfy these minimum requirements: • Windows Mobile 2003, 2003SE or 5.0 • Any of the following Bluetooth stacks: − Broadcom (Widcomm) v1.4 − Microsoft Bluetooth stack for Windows Mobile − Socket Drakar v1.4 (from Socket SD/CF Connection Kits) • Software installation requires ActiveSync 4.0 or greater. Windows XP computers should satisfy these minimum requirements: • Windows Mobile XP or XP Tablet Edition • Any of the following Bluetooth stacks:* − IVT BlueSoleil version 1.6.1.4 (from Socket CF/USB Connection Kits) − Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 Bluetooth stack − Toshiba Bluetooth stack 3.03.06 − Broadcom (Widcomm) Bluetooth stack − *Other stacks may be compatible but have not been tested by Socket. For Windows XP, only the IVT and Microsoft Bluetooth stacks are compatible with the optional Socket Connect!Agent software. Package Contents The Socket Cordless Ring Scanner package includes: • Ring scanner (C) • Wrist unit (A) with attached cable (B) • Wrist unit case (D) • Finger strap (F) • 2 adhesive Velcro strips (G) • Rechargeable 3.7V lithium-ion battery • Battery charger • CD with software and user documentation Product Registration Socket highly recommends that all customers register their Socket products. Registered users receive the following benefits: • Priority for technical support • Special offers for future products and upgrades • The latest new product information. Register online at: www.socketcom.com/prodreg 8

Hardware and Software Indicators Ring Scanner LED LED LED Activity Meaning Good Read Green Data successfully scanned and sent to host device Wrist Unit LEDs LED LED Activity Meaning Blinking blue every second Bluetooth radio is on, no connection Bluetooth Status Blinking blue, every 5 seconds Bluetooth connection Blinking Red 20% battery capacity remaining Solid Red 10% battery capacity remaining Battery Status Off Off or Good Battery status Wrist Unit Beeps Beep Pattern Meaning 1 beep Bluetooth connection to host device has begun or power on 2 beeps Bluetooth connection to host device has ended or power off 1 beep (optional setting) Data successfully scanned and sent to host device 3 beeps Cable disconnected from wrist unit SocketScan Icon Bottom of Today screen when SocketScan is open. Tap for menu. Icon Meaning The CRS is not connected to the host device The CRS is connected to the host device Note: In the SocketScan software, the abbreviation “CS” stands for “cordless scanner” and applies to both the Socket Cordless Ring Scanner and Socket Cordless Hand Scanner. CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 9

Scanning Tips Practice to determine the best scanning angle and distance for your type of bar code. Scan Angle For best results, position the scanner at an angle to the bar code, at least 15° from perpendicular. Otherwise, light can bounce back into the scanner and “blind” the sensing mechanism. Aiming Beam Aim the laser so that the red beam covers the entire width of the bar code. 10

Scanning Distance • The optimal scanning distance varies depending on the bar code size, symbology, label media, W-N Ratio, and scan angle. In general, the CRS can successfully scan 2.2 to 30+ inches from the bar code. • The larger the bar code, the further away you should position the scanner. • The tighter the bars of the bar code, the closer you should position the scanner. About the Cable Break Away The CRS is designed to break away from the hand if subjected to unusual force. This break away feature is designed to reduce the possibility or extent of injury to the body in the event the CRS becomes entangled in industrial equipment. If the cable breaks away from the ring scanner unit during use, simply, simply plug it back in to resume operation. Note: Whenever the cable disconnects from the ring scanner, it will beep 3 times. CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 11

2 | Hardware Preparation Charging and Installing the Battery 1. The battery must be charged before initial use, using the included Socket charger. The Charging LED will be yellow during charging. After approximately 4 hours, the battery will reach full charge, indicated by a green Charging LED. Do not use the charger with other types of batteries. A fully charged battery should provide at least 10,000 scans and more than 8 hours of operation. Battery Charger LEDs LED LED Activity Meaning Power Red Plugged into valid power source Yellow Charging Charging Green Battery is fully charged You can also check the battery level by checking the CS HW screen of the SocketScan settings utility. The utility will report the battery level only when the CRS is connected to your mobile computer. 2. Slide the switch at the bottom of the wrist unit to unlock the battery door. Insert the battery so that the battery contacts align with the contacts inside the wrist unit, then close and lock the battery door. WARNING: Do not insert the battery backwards or upside-down. Damage may result. 12

Assembling and Putting on the CRS You can put on the CRS either with or without the case. If you choose not to use the case, the plastic parts of the wrist unit will be more susceptible to abuse. How to put on the CRS with the wrist unit case 1. Insert the wrist unit into the case, pulling the free end of the cable through the hole in the top of the case. During insertion, you may hear a beep and see the LED flicker because the power button was pressed, however, the wrist unit will not turn on unless the button was pressed for more than 2 seconds, and the LED continues to blink. 2. Connect the free end of the cable to the ring scanner. 3. Attach the finger strap to the bottom of the ring scanner. 4. Put on the wrist strap. Adjust it for a secure and comfortable fit. 5. Put the ring scanner on your index finger, adjusting the finger strap for a secure and comfortable fit. 6. Attach the wrist unit case to the wrist strap, by pressing the Velcro together. CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE PREPARATION 13

How to put on the CRS without the wrist unit case Note: After you stick the Velcro strips to the wrist unit, the wrist unit will no longer fit in the case, unless the Velcro strips are removed. 1. Stick the 2 adhesive Velcro strips onto the back of the wrist unit. Do not space the strips too far apart. Note the size of the Velcro on the wrist strap. 2. Connect the free end of the cable to the ring scanner. 3. Attach the finger strap to the bottom of the ring scanner. 4. Put on the wrist strap. Adjust it for a secure and comfortable fit. 5. Put the ring scanner on your index finger, adjusting the finger strap for a secure and comfortable fit. 6. Attach the wrist unit to the wrist strap, by pressing the Velcro together. 14

3 | Setup for Windows Mobile This chapter explains how to install and use the Cordless Ring Scanner (CRS) with a Bluetooth enabled Pocket PC or other Windows Mobile-based device. Before you begin the instructions in this chapter, make sure you have charged and installed the battery as explained in Chapter 2, “Hardware Preparation.” Setup Summary STEP 1: Install the software. STEP 2: Configure scanner settings. STEP 3: Connect CRS to host device with Bluetooth. STEP 4: Assemble and put on the CRS. STEP 5: Scan data into your application. OPTIONAL: • Select symbologies. • Configure prefix/suffixes. • Configure sound. • Run Scan Demo. CHAPTER 3: SETUP FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 15

STEP 1: Install the Software You must install SocketScan, but installing Connect!Agent is optional. Should I install Connect!Agent? Connect!Agent simplifies Bluetooth by automatically setting up and managing the Bluetooth connection. It runs in the background and requires no interaction from the user. If you choose not to install Connect!Agent, you will need to use your Bluetooth software to manually configure and manage the Bluetooth connection. Software Installation ADVANCED USERS: Refer to the README file for CAB installation instructions. 1. Delete any bar code scanning software already installed in your device, including software from other companies. Make sure the software is closed. Tap Start | Settings | System tab | Remove Programs. Use the utility to delete the software. 2. Use ActiveSync and a serial/USB cable or cradle to make an active connection between the mobile computer and a host PC. ActiveSync should say Connected, and the ActiveSync icon should turn green. IMPORTANT: ActiveSync 4.0 or greater is required. You can download it free from www.socketcom.com/activesync. 3. Insert the installation CD into your host PC. 4. Use My Computer or Windows Explorer to access your CD drive. 16

5. In the CD contents, open the SocketScanCE folder and click on Setup.exe. 6. The installation wizard will automatically begin. Follow the wizard to install the software. 7. After installing the software, a dialog on your Pocket PC will direct you to soft reset. Tap ok. 8. Remove your device from the cable/cradle and perform a soft reset by pressing the reset button. If you skip this step, some icons may not appear correctly. 9. If desired, install Connect!Agent by opening the Connect!Agent folder in the CD and clicking on Connect!AgentSetup.exe. Follow the wizard to install the software. CHAPTER 3: SETUP FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 17

STEP 2: Configure Scanner Settings 1. Tap Start | Programs | SocketScan. 2. Go to the Today screen by tapping Start | Today. 3. Tap the SocketScan icon at the bottom of the screen. In the pop-up menu, tap Settings. 4. The Scanner Settings utility will appear. Tap on the CS tab at the bottom of the screen. 5. Enter the following settings: Enable Cordless Scanner support: Check this box. IMPORTANT!!! Stack: • Connect!Agent: Select if you installed Connect!Agent and would like to use it. • Built in: Select if your device has a built-in Bluetooth radio, and you don’t want to use Connect!Agent. Your Bluetooth stack will be reported (e.g., Widcomm). • Socket: Select if using the Socket SD/CF Bluetooth card. 18

6. Tap on the CS HW tab. Enter the following settings: • Trigger: Select whether you would like the CRS to scan only when a Bluetooth connection to the device is detected. If you require the CRS to detect a Bluetooth connection before each scan, scanning will be a few milliseconds slower. • Good Read Indicator: Select how you would like the CRS to indicate that it has successfully read data. • Battery Level: No progress bar should appear since you are not connected to the CRS. • Disable Auto Power Off mode: The CRS automatically shuts off if there is no Bluetooth connection for 20 minutes. Check to disable. 7. Tap on the CRS tab. Select which button on the CRS you would like to use to trigger the scanner. 8. After entering settings, tap ok to save the changes. CHAPTER 3: SETUP FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 19

STEP 3: Connect CRS to Host Device with Bluetooth **SocketScan supports a generic Bluetooth COM port and may be able to connect to Bluetooth stacks on host mobile computers other than those listed. 1. Turn on the Cordless Ring Scanner. Press the small power button on the side of the wrist unit for at least 2 seconds, until you hear a beep. The Bluetooth status LED on the wrist unit should be blinking blue. 2. Turn on the Bluetooth radio of your mobile device. Refer to your device manual for instructions. Note: Your Bluetooth software may be different than above. 3. If you did not install Connect!Agent, make sure a COM port is enabled for outbound Bluetooth serial communication. Refer to the device manual. 4. Tap Start | Programs | SocketScan. Disregard the icons for Socket Trigger RFID, Socket Trigger Scan, and Socket Trigger Select. 5. Tap on the SocketScan icon at the bottom of the screen. In the pop-up menu, tap Connect CS. 20

Your mobile device cannot connect to the CRS if another device is set as the default Bluetooth serial device. If Connect CS does not appear, tap Settings in the menu, tap on the CS tab, and enable cordless scanner support. 6. Your device will begin searching for the CRS. • If you installed Connect!Agent, your mobile device will automatically search for and connect to the CRS. A beep will indicate the connection. • If you did not install Connect!Agent, your device’s Bluetooth software will search for devices. In the list of found Bluetooth devices, select Socket CRS. The device will connect to the CRS, indicated by a beep. The six characters following the device name are the last six characters of the Bluetooth MAC address. If using the Broadcom (Widcomm) stack, you will be prompted to configure automatic connections. If a passkey is requested, enter 1234. 7. After your mobile device connects to the CRS, the SocketScan icon at the bottom of the Today screen will change into a ring icon to indicate the connection. Connect!Agent will save information about the CRS to automate future connections to your specific unit. CHAPTER 3: SETUP FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 21

STEP 4: Assemble and Put on the CRS Please refer to the instructions in Chapter 2. STEP 5: Scan Data into Your Application 1. Start the Windows application that you want to enter scanned data into (e.g., Excel, Notepad, etc.). Make sure a document or spreadsheet is open. 2. Place the cursor where you want data from the next scan to go. If using Excel Mobile, you may want to increase the width of the column to fit all of the data from a bar code. 3. Press the trigger button and aim your finger at the bar code. The red laser beam should cover the entire width of the bar code. See Chapter 1 for scanning tips. 22

When data is read and sent to the mobile computing device, the laser will turn off. Depending on your scanner settings, the scanner may beep and/or the ring scanner’s LED may flash green to indicate a good read. If no data is read in a few seconds, the laser will turn off, and you must try again. 4. After a successful scan, data should appear in your document. By default, the cursor automatically advances to the next cell or line, ready for the next scan. Wait for the “Good Scan” indication before you scan another bar code. If you try to scan too fast, the device can lock up until you stop scanning. If your mobile device suspends or the CRS moves out of range, the connection will end. After the mobile device turns on again or returns in range, SocketScan will try to re-connect 3 times. If, after the 3 attempts, they have not re-connected, you will need to manually re-connect the devices. To turn off the CRS, press the power button on the wrist unit for at least 2 seconds, until you hear 2 beeps. For information about third-party applications compatible with the CRS for asset tracking, warehouse mobility, and other vertical markets, visit: www.socketcom.com/solutions/default.asp?Type=Vertical CHAPTER 3: SETUP FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 23

OPTIONAL: Select Symbologies The applet makes it quick and convenient to modify which symbologies you want the scanner to recognize. By default, the scanner is set to recognize nine of the most common symbologies. 1. Tap on the SocketScan icon. In the pop-up menu, tap Symbology Selector... 2. In the screen that appears, check the symbologies you wish to enable. Uncheck those you wish to disable. Alternatively, tap Enable All or Disable All. Tap ok. Symbologies not supported by the CRS will be grayed out. Enabling all possible symbologies will make the decode process slightly longer. 24

$OPTIONAL: Configure Prefix/Suffixes The SocketScan applet lets you specify prefix and/or suffix characters to be added automatically to the data you scan. This helps to further eliminate manual data entry. 1. Tap on the SocketScan icon. In the pop-up menu, tap Settings. You can configure prefix/suffixes whether or not the CRS is connected to your Pocket PC. 2. The Scanner Settings utility will appear, with the Prefix/Suffix tab open. Enter the characters you want to be appended to each scan (128 character maximum). Tap ok. By default, SocketScan enters a carriage return after every data scan. • Use \r for Carriage Return, \n for Linefeed, \t for Tab., \\ for a single \ character. • Other characters can be typed or entered using the format \nnn, where nnn = ASCII character 001 through 255. CHAPTER 3: SETUP FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 25$

OPTIONAL: Configure Sound The SocketScan applet lets you specify sounds used to indicate when the CRS has successfully scanned data and transmitted it to the host device. 3. Tap on the SocketScan icon. In the pop-up menu, tap Settings. You can configure sounds whether or not the CRS is connected to your Pocket PC. 4. The Scanner Settings utility will appear, with the Prefix/Suffix tab open. Tap on the Sound tab. 5. Select which sound you want your mobile computer to use to indicate a good read. If you select Play .wav file, tap on the … button to search for the .wav file you want to use (the file must be located in the My Documents folder). Tap ok. 26

OPTIONAL: Run Scan Demo Scan Demo makes it easy to determine the symbology, number of characters, and decoded data (in either ASCII or Hex) of any bar code supported by the scanner. This is especially useful if you encounter a bar code that the scanner will not decode by default. 1. Tap Start | Programs | Scan Demo. Accessing Scan Demo disconnects the Bluetooth link. If you have not configured the CRS to automatically connect, select the CRS tab at the bottom of the page to re-establish this link. 2. The Scan Demo screen will appear. If desired, use the check boxes at the bottom of the screen to modify the test. Enable all symbologies: By default, this option is checked. Different symbologies can sometimes interpret the same bar code differently, so you may want to uncheck this option. Display as hex data: Check this box to view scanned data in hexadecimal format. Otherwise, data will appear as ASCII. 3. Scan the bar code. Scan Demo will report the properties of the bar code. CHAPTER 3: SETUP FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 27

4 | Setup for Windows XP This chapter explains how to install and use the Cordless Ring Scanner (CRS) with a Bluetooth enabled desktop, notebook or tablet computer running Windows XP or Windows XP Tablet Edition. Before you begin the instructions in this chapter, make sure you have charged and installed the battery as explained in Chapter 2, “Hardware Preparation.” Setup Summary STEP 1: Install the software. STEP 2: Configure Bluetooth settings. STEP 3: Configure scanner settings. STEP 4: Start SocketScan and connect to CRS. STEP 5: Assemble and put on the CRS. STEP 6: Scan data into your application. OPTIONAL: • Assign sound and prefix/suffix settings. • Configure advanced Bluetooth settings. • Assign a remote trigger button. • Select symbologies. 28

5. The installation wizard will launch. Follow the wizard to install the software. 6. After software installation, icons for SocketScanXP and Socket CS Connect will appear on your desktop. 7. If desired, install Connect!Agent by opening the Connect!Agent folder in the CD and launching the Connect!AgentXPSetup_S.exe file. Follow the wizard to install the software. 30

STEP 2: Configure Bluetooth Settings Skip this step if you installed and want to use Connect!Agent, which automatically configures the Bluetooth settings. Connect!Agent works only with the Socket (IVT) and Microsoft stacks. Bluetooth configuration is only needed the first time you connect the CRS to your computer. The configuration method varies depending on which Bluetooth stack your computer has. **SocketScan supports a generic Bluetooth COM port and may be able to connect to Bluetooth stacks on host mobile computers other than those listed. Socket Connection Kit with IVT BlueSoleil software (CF or USB): 1. Turn on the Cordless Ring Scanner. Press the small power button on the side of the wrist unit for at least 2 seconds, until you hear a beep. The Bluetooth status LED on the wrist unit will start blinking blue. 2. Insert the Socket card into your computer, using a CF-to-PC Card adapter, or insert the Class 1 USB Adapter into the USB port. 3. Start BlueSoleil. Click on the BlueSoleil icon on your desktop, or click Start | All Programs | IVT BlueSoleil | BlueSoleil. 4. Click My Bluetooth | Security. Check the box Set Default Passkey and enter the default PIN 1234 in the field below. CHAPTER 4: SETUP FOR WINDOWS XP 31

Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2: Refer to the documentation for your Bluetooth hardware/software for instructions on discovering and connecting to the CRS. 1. Turn on the Cordless Ring Scanner. Press the small power button on the side of the wrist unit for at least 2 seconds, until you hear a beep. The Bluetooth status LED on the wrist unit will start blinking blue. 2. Turn on the Bluetooth radio of your computer. 3. Use the Add Bluetooth Device Wizard to discover and connect to the Cordless Ring Scanner. Click on the Bluetooth icon in the task tray. In the pop-up menu, click Add a Bluetooth Device. 4. During the device discovery, the Cordless Ring Scanner will appear as Socket CRS [xxxxxx] The characters in brackets are the last 6 characters of the scanner’s Bluetooth MAC address. 5. In the passkey options screen, select the option Let me choose my own passkey and enter a passkey of your choice. 6. To indicate the connection, the CRS will beep once. 7. In the last screen of the Add Bluetooth Device Wizard, note the COM number of the Outgoing COM port. CHAPTER 4: SETUP FOR WINDOWS XP 33

Toshiba Bluetooth Stack: These instructions are based on a Motion Computing tablet. Refer to the manual for your Bluetooth hardware/software for specific Bluetooth usage instructions. 1. Turn on the Bluetooth radio of your computer. Tap on the Dashboard icon on the desktop. In the dashboard, check Enable Internal Bluetooth Wireless Radio. Tap OK. 2. Turn on the Cordless Ring Scanner. Press the small power button on the side of the wrist unit for at least 2 seconds, until you hear a beep. The Bluetooth status LED on the wrist unit will start blinking blue. 3. Double-tap on the Bluetooth icon at the bottom of your screen. 4. In Bluetooth Settings, tap New Connection at the bottom of the screen. 5. The Add New Connection Wizard will launch. Select Custom Mode and tap Next. The tablet will begin searching for Bluetooth devices in range. 34

6. In the list of found devices, select Socket CRS [xxxxxx]. Tap Next. 7. If a passkey is requested, enter the default PIN 1234. Tap OK. To indicate the connection, the CRS will beep once. 8. In the list of device services, select Serial Port. Tap Next. 9. Note which COM port is assigned to the CRS. CHAPTER 4: SETUP FOR WINDOWS XP 35

Broadcom (Widcomm) Bluetooth Stack: Refer to the manual for your Bluetooth hardware/software for specific instructions. Many Bluetooth USB adapters use this stack. 1. Turn on the Bluetooth radio of your computer. 2. Turn on the Cordless Ring Scanner. Press the small power button on the side of the wrist unit for at least 2 seconds, until you hear a beep. The Bluetooth status LED on the wrist unit will start blinking blue. 3. Perform a Quick Connect to a Bluetooth Serial Port. Click the Bluetooth icon in the task tray. Click Quick Connect | Bluetooth Serial Port | Find Devices. It is essential to connect to the CRS via Quick Connect because this sets the CRS as your default Bluetooth serial device. 4. During the device search, the CRS will appear as Socket CRS [xxxxxx] The characters in brackets are the last 6 characters of the scanner’s Bluetooth MAC address. 5. If a passkey is requested, enter 1234. To indicate the connection, the CRS will beep once. By default, the Bluetooth software will ask you for the passkey each time you connect. To stop the automatic prompts, under Advanced Configuration, disable the Secure Connection requirement for both the Local Service and Client Application, then unpair the devices. Refer to the documentation for your Bluetooth hardware/software for complete instructions. 36

STEP 3: Configure Scanner Settings 1. Click the SocketScan icon at the bottom of the screen. In the pop-up menu, click Settings. Alternatively, click Start | Control Panel | SocketScanXP Settings. If the SocketScan icon does not appear at the bottom of the screen, click on the SocketScanXP icon on your desktop. 2. Tap on the CS tab. Enter the following settings: • Enable CS support: Check this box. IMPORTANT!!! • Bluetooth stack: Select Connect!Agent if you want to use it. Otherwise, select your computer’s Bluetooth stack. The Connect!Agent option will only appear if you installed the Connect!Agent software. • COM Port: Select the COM port number assigned to the CRS. This field will only appear for some Bluetooth stacks. CHAPTER 4: SETUP FOR WINDOWS XP 37

• CS trigger operation: Select whether you want the CRS to scan only when a Bluetooth connection to the device is detected. If you select • Scan only when connected to host, scanning will be a few milliseconds slower. • Good read indication on CS: Select how you would like the CRS to indicate that it has successfully read data. • Auto re-connect: Select the maximum number of attempts and time limit per attempt for the CRS to try to reconnect to your computer in case they are moved out of range from each other. • Battery Level: No progress bar should appear since you are not connected to the CRS. • Power management: The CRS automatically shuts off if there is no Bluetooth connection for 20 minutes. Check to disable. • Advanced: When the computer is connected to the CRS, you can modify the Bluetooth friendly name and security settings of the CRS. 3. Click on the CRS tab. Select which button on the CRS you would like to use to trigger the scanner. 4. After entering settings, click OK to save the changes. 5. If SocketScan is open, you will be prompted to exit and restart SocketScan. Click OK. Click on the SocketScan icon at the bottom of your screen and in the pop-up menu, click Exit. 38

STEP 4: Start SocketScan and Connect to CRS 1. If you did not install Connect!Agent start your computer’s Bluetooth software and make sure the Bluetooth radio is turned on. 2. Right-click the SocketScan icon at the bottom of the screen and click Connect CS. If you installed Connect!Agent, it will automatically open the Bluetooth software and turn on the Bluetooth radio when you click Connect CS. After the correct Bluetooth hardware settings are configured in SocketScan (either manually or by Connect!Agent), the Connect CS menu option allows you to connect to the CRS directly from SocketScan, instead of manually connecting via your Bluetooth software. The Connect CS option will not appear unless you checked the box Enable CS Support in the SocketScanXP settings. SocketScan will not be able to connect to the CRS if you have another device assigned as your favorite or default Bluetooth serial device. 3. If you are using Connect!Agent, and this is your first time connecting, Connect!Agent will automatically begin searching for the CRS. After it finds the CRS, it will automatically configure the connection. 4. SocketScan will connect the computer to the CRS. CHAPTER 4: SETUP FOR WINDOWS XP 39

5. The task tray icon at the bottom of your screen will change to an image of a ring above a bar code to indicate that SocketScan is connected to the CRS. STEP 5: Assemble and Put on the CRS Please refer to the instructions in Chapter 2. STEP 6: Scan Data into Your Application 1. Start the Windows application that you want to enter scanned data into (e.g., Excel, Notepad, etc.). Make sure a document or spreadsheet is open. 2. Place the cursor where you want data from the next scan to be entered. 3. Press the trigger button and aim your finger at the bar code. The red laser beam should cover the entire width of the bar code. See Chapter 1 for scanning tips. 40

$OPTIONAL: Assign Sound and Prefix/Suffix Settings You can configure these settings whether or not the CRS is connected to your computer. The Trigger and Barcodes tabs appear only when connected. 1. In SocketScanXP Settings, click on the General tab. 2. Adjust any settings as desired: Good read notification sound: Select which sound you would like your computer to use to indicate good readings of data. By default, your computer will beep. • If you would like your computer to play a .WAV file, select Play a .WAV file and click Browse to indicate the file location. Prefix/Suffix: Enter any prefix and/or suffixes you would like SocketScan to automatically append to scanned data (128 character max., printable ASCII characters only). By default, SocketScan will enter a carriage return after every data scan. • Use \r for Carriage Return, \n for Linefeed, \t for Tab., \\ for a single \ character. • Other characters can be typed or entered using the format \nnn, where nnn = ASCII character 001 through 255. 3. After changing any settings, click OK. As prompted, exit and restart SocketScanXP. 42$