Socket SOCKETSCAN S800 User manual

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Bluetooth®wireless technology
Cordless Barcode Scanner
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SOCKETSCAN™ 800 SERIES USERGUIDE
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Package Contents 3
Product Information 4
Charge the Battery 5
Optional Charging Accessories 6
Scanning Barcodes 7
Bluetooth Connection Modes 8-9
Setup without software application (Basic Mode):
• Android 10
• Apple®11
• Windows 12
Setup using Application Mode:
• Android 13-14
• Windows 15-16
• Apple 17-18
Active Mode 20-21
Bluetooth Unpairing 21
Factory Reset 22
Restore Method 23
Status Indicators 24-25
Product Specications 26-28
Helpful Resources 29
Regulatory Compliance 30-31
Limited Warranty 32
Command Barcodes 33-35
PACKAGE CONTENTS
PACKAGE CONTENTS

Thank you for choosing Socket Mobile!
Let’s get started!
PACKAGE CONTENTS
© 2017 Socket Mobile, Inc. All rights reserved. Socket®, the Socket Mobile logo, SocketScan™,
DuraScan™, Battery Friendly® are registered trademarks or trademarks of Socket Mobile, Inc.
Microsoft® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other
countries. Apple®, iPad®, iPad Mini®, iPhone®, iPod Touch®, and Mac iOS® are registered
trademarks of Apple, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. The Bluetooth® Tech-
nology word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and
any use of such marks by Socket Mobile, Inc. is under license. Other trademarks and trade
names are those of their respective owners.
Universal
Klip Case
USB Charging CableSocketScan™
800 Series

Micro USB Port Lanyard Hook
Lanyard Attachment (not included)
Top LED
Side LED
Power button
Scan Trigger button
Socket Mobile’s barcodes scanners can be wiped clean with a cloth
dampened with isopropyl alcohol or water. Or, the barcode scanners can
be wiped clean with a Sani-Cloth.
Warning: DO NOT IMMERSE IN WATER (scanner’s mechanics could be
damaged)
DO NOT USE BLEACH FOR CLEANING (scanner’s material property may be
affected)
PRODUCT INFORMATION
CHARGE THE BATTERY
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CHARGE THE BATTERY
1. Insert charging cable into an AC charging adapter
(not included - most smartphones and tablets come with AC
Adapters that look something like this.)
2. Plug charging adapter (not included) into an outlet.
3. Insert Micro USB into the 800 Series USB port.
4. The 800 Series will beep twice indicating adequate power is being
supplied to the unit.
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Side LED status
• Red = Charging
• Green = Fully charged
Note: The SocketScan comes with a pre-installed
rechargeable Lithium Ion battery, the initial full charging of the battery
can take up to 4 hours.
Power On
Press and hold down the small power button on the side until the
SocketScan beeps twice (low-high tone).
4 Hours

OPTIONAL CHARGING ACCESSORIES
SCANNING BARCODES
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DuraCase
Socket Mobile DuraCase™ combines and safeguards
both the 800 Series and mobile device as a one-handed
scanning solution that simultaneously charges both
devices.
Available for Apple®iPod touch®, Samsung J3/J5*and
Samsung S7*.
Watch our video on how to setup your DuraCase.
*On Samsung mobile devices, be sure to disable Fast Charge.
DuraCase
Charging Dock
DuraCase
6 Multi-Bay Charger
Due to varying countries’ outlets,
the DuraCase 6 Multi-Bay Charger
power cords are NOT included in the
package.
DuraCase
Charging Adapter

SCANNING BARCODES
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After connecting the SocketScan to your device, open an application.
Place the cursor where you want to enter the scanned data.
1. Hold the SocketScan a few inches from the barcode.
2. Aim, press and hold the trigger button.
By default, the SocketScan will beep, vibrate, and the side LED will
ash green to conrm successful scan.
SocketScan S800
~4” to 8”
scanning distance
SocketScan S850
~6” to 12”
scanning distance

BLUETOOTH CONNECTION MODES
BLUETOOTH CONNECTION MODES
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Connect your scanner using one of the following Bluetooth connection modes:
Bluetooth Connection Proles
Bluetooth Mode Description
Basic Mode (HID)
(Default)*
Human Interface
Device Prole
• NO software installation required
• Connects to most devices
• Good for barcodes containing small amounts
of data
• Scanner interacts with host device like a
keyboard
Application Mode
(SPP)
Serial Port Prole
For Android or Windows
• Software installation is required
• More efcient and reliable data
communications for barcodes containing lots
of data
• If you have an application that supports
Socket Mobile Scanners this is the mode
recommended
Application Mode
(MFi-SPP)
Apple Specic
Serial Prole
For iOS Devices
• Must use with an App developed to work with
iOS devices
• Software installation is required
• If you have an iOS application that supports
Socket Mobile Scanners this is the mode you
want to use
*By default, the scanner is set to Basic Mode (HID).

BLUETOOTH CONNECTION MODES
Connect your scanner using one of the following Bluetooth connection modes:
Bluetooth Connection Proles
Bluetooth Mode Description
Basic Mode (HID)
(Default)*
Human Interface
Device Prole
• NO software installation required
• Connects to most devices
• Good for barcodes containing small amounts
of data
• Scanner interacts with host device like a
keyboard
Application Mode
(SPP)
Serial Port Prole
For Android or Windows
• Software installation is required
• More efcient and reliable data
communications for barcodes containing lots
of data
• If you have an application that supports
Socket Mobile Scanners this is the mode
recommended
Application Mode
(MFi-SPP)
Apple Specic
Serial Prole
For iOS Devices
• Must use with an App developed to work with
iOS devices
• Software installation is required
• If you have an iOS application that supports
Socket Mobile Scanners this is the mode you
want to use
*By default, the scanner is set to Basic Mode (HID).
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Operating System Connection Options
Operating
Systems
(OS)
Devices
Bluetooth
HID
Support
Bluetooth
SPP
Support
Bluetooth
Apple
Serial
Specic
(MFi Mode)
Android Android 4.0.3 &
later Yes Yes N/A
Apple iOS iPod, iPhone, &
iPad Yes N/A Yes
Windows PC Windows 7, 8, 10 Yes Yes N/A
Mac OS
Mac OS X 10.4 to
10.X
Mac Books, Mac
Mini, &iMac
Yes No N/A
Note: To switch from one mode to the other you must remove the
pairing information from both devices - host computer and the scanner.
(see unpairing procedure on page 16)
The SocketScan will unpair and automatically power off. The next time you
power on the SocketScan, it will be
discoverable.
Select the appropriate mode and pair with the second host device.

BASIC MODE (HID)
BASIC MODE (HID)
Android: Connect Android Device in Basic Mode (HID)
In this mode the scanner functions and communicates similar to a key-
board. Therefore, scanner will work with Notes, and any other
application that supports an active cursor.
1. Power on the scanner. Make sure the scanner is
discoverable (unpaired) and the blue light blinks fast.
2. Go to Settings | Bluetooth.
3. Make sure the device’s Bluetooth is turned “On” to scan for devices.
4. In the list of found devices, select Socket CHS [xxxxxx]. Tap Pair.
5. The scanner will connect to the Android device.
6. The scanner will beep once after it has connected.
Note: If you have trouble connecting or pairing with host device, turn
host device’s Bluetooth off/on, and/or perform factory reset to the
scanner (see page 44).
Now you are ready to scan barcodes!
To connect to a new device or use a different prole (mode) on
the same device, you must rst unpair the scanner (see page 22).
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BASIC MODE (HID)
Apple: Connect Apple iOS Device or Mac OS Device in Basic Mode
In this mode the scanner functions and communicates similar to a key-
board. Therefore, scanner will work with Safari, Notes, and any other
application that support an active cursor.
1. Power on the scanner. Make sure the scanner is
discoverable (unpaired). The Blue light blinks fast.
2. Start a Bluetooth device search.
• Settings | Bluetooth: Turn on Bluetooth and search for device.
• Mac OS: Click System Preferences | Bluetooth. A Bluetooth device
search will begin.
3. In the device list, tap on CHS [xxxxxx].
4. The scanner will connect to the Apple device.
5. The scanner will beep once after it has connected.
Now you are ready to scan barcodes!
To use the virtual keyboard while the scanner is connected, double tap
on the power button (similar to double clicking a mouse).
To connect to a new device or use a different prole (mode) on
the same device, you must rst unpair the scanner (see page 22).
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BASIC MODE (HID)
APPLICATION MODE (SPP)
Windows: Connect Windows PC
1. Power on the scanner. Make sure the scanner is discoverable (un-
paired).
2. Use your computer’s Bluetooth Settings to connect to the scanner.
3. Select “Add a device”.
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.
Note: On some computers the DuraScan will have to be congured as a
peripheral class of device. Please, refer to the Command Sheet Barcode
for details.
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APPLICATION MODE (SPP)
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Connect Android & Windows Device Quickly:
1. Download the latest SocketScan 10 software from
Socket Mobile’s support web page.
2. Power on the scanner and scan this barcode. The scanner will beep 3
times.
3. Turn Bluetooth on for your device. Go to Settings > Bluetooth.
A Bluetooth Devices search will begin.
4. Tap Socket CHS[xxxxxx] in the list of Devices found. After a few
seconds the “Not Paired” status will change to “Connected” and the
scanner’s Blue LED will blink every 3 seconds conrming the
connection.

APPLICATION MODE (SPP)
APPLICATION MODE (SPP)
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Connect Android device in Application Mode using EZ Pair
Install Software
1. Go to GooglePlay Store, search for “SocketScan ”.
2. Download &install. Follow the on screen instructions.
Getting Started
3. Follow the on screen instructions.
4. Tap on screen the ON SCREEN button.
5. Tap on screen the 1D SCANNER button.
6. Scan the barcode on the device screen. Wait a few seconds. The
scanner will beep 3 times indicating it has accepted the command to
connect to your device.
7. When notied of a pairing request, swipe the notication icon down,
then tap Pairing request.
8. On the next screen, tap Pair.
9. The scanner will beep once to indicate connected state and is ready
to scan barcodes. Tap Back to close Socket EZ Pair.
10.If you are connecting a scanner which is not registered, a scanner
registration icon will appear on top of the screen. Swipe the icon
down to open the registration screen. Follow the instructions
to register your Scanner. Socket Mobile highly recommends that
all customers register their products for future updates, but
registration is optional.
Now you are ready to scan barcodes!

APPLICATION MODE (SPP)
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Connect Windows PC in Application Mode
Note: Make sure you have administrative privileges.
1. Download the latest SocketScan 10 software from Socket Mobile’s
support web page.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.
3. In SocketScan 10 Settings, select an incoming Bluetooth serial COM
port.
Note: If there is none please click Ports to create at least one new
incoming COM port in Bluetooth settings.
4. Click Finish.
Now you are ready to scan barcodes!

APPLICATION MODE (SPP)
APPLICATION MODE (MFi-SPP)
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To pair the scanner with Windows PC using EZ Pair:
1. Power on the scanner. Make sure the scanner is available to be
connected to Bluetooth (unpaired).
2. Launch SocketScan 10 and click on the SocketScan 10 icon in the task
tray. In the pop-up menu, click Socket EZ Pair.
3. Click 1D Scanner (S800) or 2D Scanner (S850) accordingly.
4. Scan the barcode that appears on the screen.
5. The PC will automatically try to pair with the scanner. If prompted
to allow the pairing, click Yes. If prompted for a passkey, enter 0000
(four zeroes).
6. After the scanner connects, it will beep once. Close Socket EZ Pair.
6a. In Windows 10 if this step can not be done, open the Bluetooth
settings and add and pair the scanner manually.
7. If you are connecting a scanner which is not registered, a
scanner registration icon will appear on top of the screen. Follow
the instructions to register your scanner. Socket Mobile highly
recommends that all customers register their products, but
registration is optional.
8. The task tray icon will change to indicate the status of the
connection.
Now you are ready to scan barcodes.

APPLICATION MODE (MFi-SPP)
Connect Apple iOS device in Application Mode
Please check with your scanner application vendor or visit
www.socketmobile.com/appstore to conrm your scanner-enabled
application supports the scanner.
If you are using the scanner with an Apple iOS device and a
scanner-enabled Application that does not provide instructions how to
connect your scanner, please use the following steps.
1. Power on the scanner. Make sure the scanner is discoverable
(unpaired). The Blue light should be blinking fast.
2. To change the prole to Application Mode scan this barcode. The
scanner will beep 3 times.
Use with iPad, iPod touch, and iPhones.
(Scanning this barcode changes the connection mode)
3. Turn on Bluetooth on the Apple device. Go to Settings > Bluetooth. A
Bluetooth Devices search will begin.
4. Tap Socket CHS[xxxxxx] in the list of other devices found. After a
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APPLICATION MODE (MFi-SPP)
ALWAYS ACTIVE MODE
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few seconds the “Not Paired” status will change to “Connected” or
“Paired” and the scanner blue LED will stop blinking and turn solid
blue.
Note: The characters in brackets are the last 6 characters of the
Bluetooth Address.
5. Launch your scanner-enabled Application. The scanner will beep
once indicating that it is connected to the appropriate application.
Now you are ready to scan barcodes!

ALWAYS ACTIVE MODE
For busy days on the job, try using the Active Mode to keep you moving
faster. Avoid the hassle of turning the scanner on again and reconnect-
ing to your host device.
Scan one of the barcodes below and recongure the scanner to remain
on longer.
Note: Turn off the host device’s Bluetooth prior to scanning one of the
alternate timer barcodes. Then turn the Bluetooth back on.
Power cycle the scanner (turn off/on).
Scanner Always On*
Congures the scanner to never power off.
Constant Power for 8 hours*
Scan Barcode to congure the scanner to remain on for 8 hours.
Constant Power for 4 hours*
Scan Barcode to congure the scanner to remain on for 4 hours.
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ACTIVE MODE
BLUETOOTH UNPAIRING
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*These settings drain the battery faster. It is assumed you will charge
the scanner within a 24-hour period or overnight. If you don’t, the
scanner’s battery will drain completely.
Return Scanner to Default Settigs
Turns the scanner off when it is not in use – 3 to 5 minutes after being
disconnected from host device.