Socket CHS Series 7 User manual

Cordless Hand Scanner Series 7
with Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
Featuring a Bluetooth enabled bar code scanner for wirelessly
adding bar code scanning to Bluetooth enabled mobile
computers running:
•Windows Mobile 2003, 2003SE or 5.0 for Pocket PC/
Pocket PC Phone Edition
•Windows Mobile 6 Classic/Professional
•Windows CE.NET for the Intermec CK30
•Palm OS 5.2 or later
•Windows XP or XP Tablet Edition
User’s Guide

5/2008 Document # 6410-00233 O
COPYRIGHT NOTICE
Copyright © 2008 Socket Mobile, Inc. All rights reserved.
Socket, the Socket logo, Battery Friendly, Cordless Hand Scanner
with Bluetooth Wireless Technology, SocketCare, SocketScan,
Mobility Friendly, Connect!Agent, and Error Proof Protocol 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. All other brand and product names are trademarks
of their respective holders.
The Cordless Hand Scanner includes technology licensed under
United States Patent Numbers 5,902,991 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
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 Mobile
Cordless Hand Scanner that are not described in this manual.
Please refrain from disassembling the Cordless Hand Scanner.
Disassembly of this device will void the product warranty.
You can track new product releases, software updates and
technical bulletins by visiting the Socket Mobile website at:
www.socketmobile.com.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
COPYRIGHT NOTICE 2
1 | INTRODUCTION 5
Scanner Versions 5
About the Software 5
About Combining Scanning with Bluetooth 6
System Requirements 7
Package Contents 8
Product Registration 8
Additional Documentation 8
Hardware Features 9
2 | HARDWARE PREPARATION 11
Installing Batteries and Attaching the Tether 11
Charging the Scanner 12
3 | SETUP FOR WINDOWS MOBILE 13
STEP 1: Uninstall Other Scanning Software 14
STEP 2: Install the Software 15
STEP 3: Start SocketScan 18
STEP 4: Configure Scanner Settings 18
STEP 5: Turn on the CHS 19
STEP 6: Connect Device to CHS 20
STEP 7: Start Your Application 22
STEP 8: Scan Data into Your Application 22
Disconnecting 23
Symbology Selector 24
Scanner Settings 25
Scan Demo 27
Connect!Agent Utility 28
4 | SETUP FOR THE INTERMEC CK30 30
STEP 1: Install the Software 31
STEP 2: Turn on the CHS 32
STEP 3: Start SocketScan 33
STEP 4: Connect CK30 to CHS 33
STEP 5: Open Your Application 35
STEP 6: Scan Data into Your Application 35
Disconnecting 36
Symbology Selector 37
Prefixes/Suffixes 38
Power Settings 39
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5 | SETUP FOR PALM 40
STEP 1: Uninstall Other Scanning Software 41
STEP 2: Install the Software 41
STEP 3: Turn on the CHS 43
STEP 4: Start SocketScan 43
STEP 5: Connect CHS to PDA with Bluetooth 44
STEP 6: Open Your Application 46
STEP 7: Scan Data into Your Application 47
Scanner Settings 49
Symbology Selector 52
Scan Test 53
6 | SETUP FOR WINDOWS XP 54
STEP 1: Uninstall Other Scanning Software 55
STEP 2: Install the Software 55
STEP 3: Turn on the CHS 57
STEP 4: Start Bluetooth on Your Computer 57
STEP 5: Configure Bluetooth Settings 58
STEP 6: Configure Scanner Settings 65
STEP 7: Connect Computer to CHS 67
STEP 8: Open Your Application 68
STEP 9: Scan Data into Your Application 68
Disconnecting 69
Scanner Settings 70
Advanced Bluetooth Settings 72
Remote Trigger Button 75
Symbology Selector 76
Version Information 77
Dual Device Support 77
APPENDICES
A SPECIFICATIONS 78
B SAFETY AND USAGE TIPS 81
C BAR CODE LABEL SPECIFICATIONS 84
D ENABLING OR DISABLING SYMBOLOGIES 86
E DECODE ZONE 88
F TROUBLESHOOTING 91
G TECHNICAL SUPPORT 95
LIMITED WARRANTY 96
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE 100
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1 | INTRODUCTION
If you need to collect bar coded data but don't want to be tied to
your mobile or desktop computer, the Cordless Hand Scanner
(CHS) Series 7 with Bluetooth wireless technology is just what
you're looking for. This innovative device combines the power of
laser bar code scanning with the convenience of Bluetooth
wireless technology in a single compact, lightweight device that is
ergonomically designed to fit comfortably in the palm of your
hand.
Bar code scanning is the most efficient way to collect data from a
mobile computer. If the data to be entered is bar coded, using a
laser scanner is 50 times faster and 10,000 times more accurate
than manual data entry.
Bluetooth wireless technology
transforms how devices connect
with each other, offering you new
possibilities for using your mobile
computer with other devices.
With the Cordless Hand Scanner
(CHS), you can scan bar codes
while connected to the PDA in
your pocket or to your laptop,
tablet or desktop computer
located up to 300 feet away — all
without the hassle of cables or the
awkwardness of a protruding
antenna.
SCANNER VERSIONS
The CHS Series 7 includes three versions of the scanner.
•The entry-level CHS 7E uses linear CMOS imaging technology.
•The mid-level CHS 7M has a Class 1 laser scanner.
•The performance level CHS 7P features a Class 2 laser scanner
and a ruggedized construction.
ABOUT THE SOFTWARE
SocketScan™enters scanned data directly into any
open Windows or Palm OS program as if the data
were manually typed, so you can use the CHS with
your favorite application. Included is a utility that
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enables you to configure Prefix/Suffixes, sounds, and
other special settings for the CHS.
Connect!Agent™for Windows Mobile simplifies Bluetooth by
automatically setting up and managing the wireless connection.
Connect!Agent runs in the background, requiring no user
interaction.
ABOUT COMBINING SCANNING WITH BLUETOOTH
The Cordless Hand Scanner represents an optimal combination of
proven laser bar code scanning and state-of-the-art Bluetooth
connectivity. Because of the problems inherent in the
intermittent storage of scanned data in on-board memory if the
Bluetooth connection is lost, the CHS is designed to operate only
when connected to the host, with the powerful Class 1 radio
providing the maximum possible connection range.
The user is advised of the connection status with a single beep
when the CHS connects to the host and a double beep when the
connection is closed or lost. As with any wireless device,
connectivity range can be affected by a variety of environmental
variables.
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SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Windows Mobile devices should satisfy these requirements:
•Any of these Windows Mobile versions:
−Windows Mobile 2003, 2003SE or 5.0 for Pocket PC/
Pocket PC Phone
−Windows Mobile 6 Classic/Professional
•Bluetooth wireless technology
•Any of the following Bluetooth stacks:*
−Broadcom 1.5 or later for Windows Mobile 2003/2003SE
−Broadcom 1.7 or later for Windows Mobile 5.0/6
−Microsoft Bluetooth stack for Windows Mobile
•Software installation requires a host PC with either the
Windows Mobile Device Center for Windows Vista or
ActiveSync 4.0 or greater. Both are available free from the
Microsoft website.
The CHS Series 7 is also compatible with the Intermec CK30
mobile computer, which runs Windows CE.NET.
Palm OS devices should satisfy these minimum requirements:
•Palm OS 5.2 or later
•Bluetooth wireless technology
•Software installation requires Palm Desktop Software on a
host computer.
Windows XP computers should satisfy these minimum
requirements:
•Windows Mobile XP or XP Tablet Edition
•Bluetooth wireless technology
For information about using the CHS with Symbian smartphones,
please visit: www.socketmobile.com/products/bar-code-scanning-
data-collection/series7/
For software updates, please visit:
www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads/data-collection/series7/
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
The Cordless Hand Scanner package includes these items:
•Cordless Hand Scanner with Bluetooth Wireless Technology
•AC charging adapter with international plugs
•2 NiMH rechargeable AAA batteries
•Lanyard with retractable tether
•Software Installation CD
•Booklets with copyright, warranty, and regulatory compliance
information
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Socket Mobile highly recommends that customers register their
products. Registered users receive the following benefits:
•Access to technical support
•Special offers for future products and upgrades
•The latest new product information.
Register online at: www.socketmobile.com/support/support/new
SOCKETCARE™SERVICE PROGRAM
The SocketCare service program is available for the Cordless
Hand Scanner. For more information, please visit:
www.socketmobile.com/support/socketcare/
ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION
Socket Mobile has also published Quick Start Guides and an
Advanced Programming Guide for the CHS, available online at:
www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads/data-
collection/series7/?page=Detail
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HARDWARE FEATURES
Rechargeable Batteries and AC Adapter
Charge the internal batteries by using the included AC adapter.
The adapter rating is 5V, 2A, positive pole center. A fully charged
battery should provide roughly 8 hours of normal operation.
WARNING: Charge ONLY NiMH batteries in the CHS. Damage may
result if other battery types are charged. Do not store the CHS
for more than 30 days with the batteries installed.
The red Battery Status LED will not function properly if standard
AAA non-rechargeable batteries are being used.
Besides the included AC adapter, you can also recharge the CHS
by using any of the following:
•Socket Mobile Power Pack (available in Americas and Asia
Pacific). www.socketmobile.com/products/accessories/mobile-
power-pack/
•AC and DC adapters of most recent Pocket PCs from Socket
Mobile, Casio, Fujitsu, HP, and Toshiba are also compatible.
Touch Screen Stylus
The CHS features a stylus tip in the tail of the
CHS that you can use Pocket PC and other
device touch screens. The stylus can be
removed with small pliers if desired. Visit the
Socket Mobile website to purchase
replacement styli.
WARNING: Do not use the stylus if
damaged. A damaged stylus may scratch
the display screen of your computer.
The stylus does not work with XP Tablet computers using Active
Matrix displays.
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Status Indicator LED
LED LED Activity Meaning
1 blink per second Bluetooth radio is on, but not
connected.
Bluetooth
Status
(Blue)
1 blink per 5 seconds Bluetooth radio is on, connection
established.
Good Read
(Green)
Green Data successfully scanned and
transmitted to host device.
1 blink per second Less than 20% of battery life
remaining.
Solid red Batteries are charging.
Battery
Status
(Red)
Off when connected
to charger Batteries are fully charged.
Status Indicator Beeps
The scanner beeps to signal the Bluetooth connection status. You
can also have the scanner beep to indicate scanned data reaching
the host device.
LED Beep Pattern Meaning
1 beep Connection to host device has begun.
Bluetooth
Status
(Blue)
2 beeps Connection to host device has ended.
Good Read
(Green)
1 beep Data was successfully scanned and
transmitted to host device.
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