Socket SoMo 650 User manual

SoMo®650
Handheld Computer
User’s Guide

2/2009 Document # 6410-00287 I
COPYRIGHT NOTICE
Copyright © 2008-2009 Socket Mobile, Inc. All rights reserved.
Socket, the Socket logo, SoMo, SocketCare, SocketScan,
Connect!Agent, and Wi-Fi Companion 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. Wi-Fi and the
Wi-Fi logo is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. All
other brand and product names are trademarks of their
respective holders.
The SoMo 650 includes technology licensed under European
Community Registered Design Nos. 000745245-0001, 000745245-
0002 and 000745245-0003.
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 SoMo 650 that are
not described in this manual. Please refrain from disassembling
the SoMo 650. 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read and follow these safety instructions before using
your device for the first time, and save them for future reference.
•Keep away from extremely hot, cold or humid conditions.
•Avoid using in dusty environments.
•Do not allow the device to get wet.
•Avoid strong force, shock or vibrations.
•Do not open your device. Any attempts to open this device
will void the warranty.
•Do not place objects on top of the device.
•Avoid removing the battery without turning off the device.
•Do not charge the device in extremely hot or cold conditions.
•Please only use the supplied USB synchronization cable.
•Please do not use other chargers or adapters, as these may
damage your device.
•Do not remove SD/MMC or CF cards while they are being
accessed.
•Do not use this device in damp, wet or rainy conditions.
•Do not insert metal objects into the sync/charging port of the
SoMo.
•Keep the SoMo and its accessories away from children.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
COPYRIGHT NOTICE 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS 4
1 | INTRODUCTION 6
Package Contents 6
SoMo 650 Configurations 7
System Compatibility Requirements 7
Additional Accessories 8
Product Registration 8
SocketCare™ Service Program 8
Hardware Features 9
Charging/Sync Cradle 12
About the Socket Software 13
About the Socket Software 13
2 | GETTING STARTED 15
Step 1: Install the Battery 15
Step 2: Charge the Battery 16
Step 3: Set up your SoMo 650 17
Step 4: Install ActiveSync on a Host PC 18
Step 5: Connect the SoMo to the Computer 19
3 | USING THE SOMO 650 22
Buttons 22
Hold switch 22
Stylus 23
Adding a USB Keyboard/Mouse 23
Start Menu 23
Online Help 23
Wireless Radio Manager 24
4 | WI-FI COMPANION 26
Turning on the Wi-Fi Radio 27
Main Screen of Wi-Fi Companion 29
Wi-Fi Status Icon 29
Wi-Fi Finder 30
Finding and Connecting to a WLAN 31
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5 | SOCKETSCAN AND CONNECT!AGENT FOR
CORDLESS BAR CODE SCANNERS 34
SocketScan Icons 35
Step 1: Prepare the Scanning Hardware 36
Step 2: Enable Cordless Scanning 36
Step 3: Connect Scanner to SoMo 37
Step 4: Start Application 38
Step 5: Scan Bar Codes 39
6 | SOCKETSCAN FOR PLUG-IN SCANNERS AND
READERS 40
Step 1: Assign a Trigger Button 41
Step 2: Start SocketScan 41
Step 3: Insert the Card 42
Step 4: Start Application 43
Step 5: Scan or Read Data 44
APPENDICES
A | SPECIFICATIONS 46
B | CARE AND MAINTENANCE 48
C | RESETTING THE SOMO 650 49
D | UPGRADING THE ROM IMAGE 55
E | HOLD SWITCH UTILITY 59
F | TECHNICAL SUPPORT 62
LIMITED WARRANTY 63
DISCLAIMER 64
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE 67

1 | INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the SoMo
650 handheld computer. The SoMo
650 makes small- to mid-sized
deployments possible and affordable
for a wide range of mobile business
applications, including sales force
automation, inventory management,
patient care, merchandising, and
more. This durable, customizable
device has premium features such as
true business-class Bluetooth®and
Wi-Fi®technology to keep you
connected wherever you go.
Pre-loaded with Socket device drivers and software utilities, the
SoMo 650 can be deployed out of the box with a wide range of
Socket data collection, network access or device connection
peripherals to create a custom solution that meets your specific
business requirements.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
•SoMo 650 handheld computer
•Lithium-ion battery
•Stylus
•USB sync/power cable
•AC adapter
•2 rubber screw caps
•Quick Start Guide
•Getting Started CD with software and documentation
•Sync/charging cradle (SoMo 650-M only)
•Belt carrying case (SoMo 650-M only)
•2.5mm to 3.5mm audio headset adapter (SoMo 650-M only)
•Audio headset with microphone (SoMo 650-M only)
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SOMO 650 CONFIGURATIONS
Configuration Windows Mobile version Region Language Part Number
North
America 8560-00001
5.0 for Pocket PC
EMEA
English
8560-00002
English 8560-00003
Spanish 8560-00006
North
America Brazilian
Portuguese 8560-00005
English 8560-00004
Spanish 8560-00011
German 8560-00008
French 8560-00007
Italian 8560-00009
Standard -
includes Bluetooth
and Wi-Fi
6 Classic
EMEA
Iberian
Portuguese 8560-00010
5.0 for Pocket PC
Not
country
specific
English 8560-00012
DX - for direct
exchange
applications
(Bluetooth & Wi-Fi
removed) 6 Classic
Not
country
specific
English 8560-00013
North
America English 8560-00014
Rx – for healthcare
applications (case
features anti-
bacterial additive)
6 Classic
EMEA English 8560-00015
North
America English 8560-00019
EB – Standard
configuration with
extended battery
6 Classic
EMEA English 8560-00020
SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Before you start using your new SoMo 650, you should have a
host computer ready for synchronization.
•For Windows Vista, the Windows Mobile Device Center is
required. Download it free from the Microsoft website at
www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/devicecenter.mspx
•For Windows 2000/XP, Microsoft®ActiveSync®software version
4.2 or greater is required for Windows Mobile 5.0, and version
4.5 or greater is required for Windows Mobile 6.0/6.1.
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Download the latest version using the link in the Getting
Started CD.
In order to install ActiveSync, your Windows 2000/XP computer
must meet the following minimum requirements:
•Intel®Pentium®processor (minimum 233 MHz)
•64 MB RAM
•120 MB disk space
•CD-ROM drive
•USB port
•SVGA (or compatible) graphics card supporting 256 colors
•Microsoft®Internet Explorer 6.0
In order to install the Windows Mobile Device Center, your
computer must run Windows Vista Ultimate, Enterprise, Business,
Home Premium, Home Basic or Server “Longhorn”
ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES
A variety of accessories can be purchases separately online, as well
as replacements for items included with the SoMo 650. For more
information, visit: www.socketmobile.com/products/accessories/
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Socket highly recommends that all customers register their
products. Registered users benefit from priority technical support
and can choose to receive special offers for future products and
upgrades and the latest new product information. Register
online at: http://support.socketmobile.com/
SOCKETCARE™SERVICE PROGRAM
SocketCare is an enhanced service program available for the
SoMo 650 for an additional cost. It provides the following
benefits (benefits vary with program level):
•Faster turnaround for product repair or replacement
•Faster response for technical support inquiries
•Accidental damage coverage
•Exclusive telephone access to technical support
Standard SocketCare must be purchased within 90 days of your
SoMo purchase, and premium SocketCare must be purchased at
the same time as your SoMo purchase. For more information,
please visit: http://support.socketmobile.com/
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HARDWARE FEATURES
Front
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10
3
4
9
5
8
6 7
1. Wireless Status LED
(Blue/Green) – indicates
Bluetooth®, Wi-Fi®
5. Messaging shortcut
button
6. 5-way navigation button
2. Battery Status/Alarm
LED (Red/Green)
7. Microphone
8. Today shortcut button
3. 3.5" TFT LCD touch screen
9. Contacts shortcut button
4. Calendar shortcut button
10.
Power button
Besides the power button, you can also turn on the SoMo 650 by
pressing any of the four application buttons (Calendar,
messaging, Today or contacts shortcut button).
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SoMo 650 Status Indicator LEDs
LED LED Behavior Meaning
Flashing blue Bluetooth radio is on
Flashing green Wi-Fi radio is on
Wireless
Status
LED Flashing blue and green Bluetooth and Wi-Fi radios are on
Flashing red Alarm/Notification, including Low
Battery Notification
OFF Running on battery power
Solid red light when
connected to charger
Charging
Battery
Status/
Alarm
LED
Solid green light when
connected to charger
Fully charged
Back
3
1
2
1. Battery cover
2. Battery cover release
3. Speaker
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Left
1 2 3 4
1. Hands-free (headset/microphone) connector (lift rubber cover
to access)
2. Left programmable application button (launches Voice Notes
by default)
3. Hold switch (disables screen and all buttons)
4.
DC-in connector (lift rubber cover to access)
Right
1
1. Right programmable application button (launches radio
manager by default)
Top (with card slot cover open)
1 2 3
1. Stylus holder and stylus
2. SD (Secure Digital)/SDIO/MMC (MultiMedia Card) slot (lift
rubber cover to access)
3. CF (CompactFlash) slot (lift rubber cover to access)
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Bottom
1 2
1. USB synchronization/host cable connector
2.
Soft reset button
CHARGING/SYNC CRADLE
If your version of the SoMo 650 does not include a cradle, you can
buy it separately at: www.socketmobile.com/products/accessories/
The cradle can act as a USB hub, featuring two USB ports that
can be used to connect a keyboard, mouse or other USB device. It
also features a spare battery charger that enables you to charge
a spare battery while also powering/charging the SoMo 650 in
the cradle.
Front
26-pin docking
connector
Charging status LED
USB port status LEDs
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Back
Spare battery charger
USB ports 1 and 2 26-pin connector
Power jack
ABOUT THE SOCKET SOFTWARE
The Socket software listed below comes pre-loaded on the SoMo
650, along with any related device drivers. Except for Wi-Fi
Companion, they all are designed for use with a Socket
peripheral product, which must be purchased separately.
SocketScan™enters bar code, RFID or magnetic stripe data
directly from any Socket data collection peripheral into any open
Windows program on the SoMo. It works with both plug-in and
cordless data collection products from Socket.
Connect!Agent™simplifies Bluetooth by automatically setting up
and managing the wireless connection between the SoMo 650
and a Socket cordless bar code scanner, serial adapter or modem.
Wi-Fi Companion™provides a rich graphical interface that makes
it easy to monitor, set up and troubleshoot your Wi-Fi connection.
Modem Utilities enable you to configure your Socket modem
for any country and adjust settings such as V.92 features like
Modem-on-Hold.
Ethernet Utilities feature an auto-launch setting to help you
save time when you connect your SoMo to a LAN network.
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Serial Drivers enable out of the box compatibility with the
Socket CF Serial I/O Card.
For software updates, please visit:
www.socketmobile.com/support/downloads/
Note: This User’s Guide does not cover how to use the Modem,
Ethernet or Serial Utilities. For instructions, please refer to the
manuals that came with your Socket peripherals.

2 | GETTING STARTED
STEP 1: INSTALL THE BATTERY
1. Remove the battery cover of the SoMo 650. Press the release
button on the bottom of the battery cover and use the thumb
of your opposite hand to slide the battery cover off the SoMo.
2. Place the included battery into the battery compartment, so
that the battery’s bar code label is face up, near the bottom of
the device.
3. Replace the cover.
NOTE: After changing the battery, please make sure you
fasten the battery cover.
CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN
INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF BATTERIES ACCORDING TO
YOUR LOCAL REGULATIONS FOR BATTERY DISPOSAL.
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STEP 2: CHARGE THE BATTERY
1. Connect the AC adapter to the DC-in connector on the left side
of the device, as shown below.
Alternatively, you can use the cradle, if included with your
version of the SoMo 650.
2. Plug the AC adapter into a suitable wall socket.
NOTE: The SoMo 650 should be charged for 4 hours before
first use. Afterwards, charge the device as needed according
to its battery level.
NOTE: While charging, the power LED will be red. When
charging is complete, it will change to green.
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NOTE: The charging cradle included with the SoMo 650-M has
a compartment for charging an extra battery. You can charge
an extra battery and the device simultaneously in the cradle.
STEP 3: SET UP YOUR SOMO 650
NOTE: Make sure the SoMo 650 is fully charged before
proceeding.
1. Slide the hold switch on the left side of your SoMo 650 up to
the unlocked position.
Hold switch
IMPORTANT! SLIDE THE SWITCH UP, OR THE DEVICE WILL NOT
WORK!
2. Turn on your SoMo 650 by pressing the small power button
on the front (top right-hand corner).
Power button
3. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your SoMo 650.
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STEP 4: INSTALL ACTIVESYNC ON A HOST PC
NOTE: For Windows Vista, use the Windows Mobile Device
Center, which you can download free from the Microsoft
website at: www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/en-
us/help/synchronize/device-center.mspx
NOTE: Do not connect your SoMo 650 to your host computer
until ActiveSync or the Windows Mobile Device Center has
been installed.
NOTE: For Windows 2000/XP, ActiveSync version 4.2 or
greater is required to connect to Windows Mobile 5.0, and
version 4.5 or greater is required to connect to Windows
Mobile 6.
1. Close any programs running on your computer.
2. Insert the SoMo 650 Companion CD into the computer's CD-
ROM drive. The CD's welcome page will appear.
3. Click Next.
The welcome page may appear different for different SoMo versions.
4. Follow the instructions to install Microsoft ActiveSync.
5. After installation, the ActiveSync icon will appear
on your computer’s system tray (usually on the
lower right-hand corner of the screen).
NOTE: Refer to the ActiveSync online Help for information on
how to use the software. To restart this setup program,
simply re-insert the CD into the CD-ROM drive.
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STEP 5: CONNECT THE SOMO TO THE COMPUTER
Connect with the Sync Cable
Plug the USB sync cable into the connector on the bottom of
your SoMo 650. Plug the other end of the USB sync cable into a
suitable USB port on your computer. It is recommended that you
also connect the AC adapter.
to computer
USB port
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Connect with the Cradle
If your version of the SoMo 650 does not include a cradle, you can
buy it separately at: www.socketmobile.com/products/accessories/
Insert the SoMo 650 into the cradle. Use the USB sync cable to
connect the cradle to a host computer. It is recommended that
you also connect the AC adapter into the cradle.
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