Bluetooth® Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) 1D Imager Models — 8Ci User’s Guide
COPYRIGHT NOTICE 7/2013 Document# 6410-00345 A Copyright © 2013 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS COPYRIGHT NOTICE ...................................................................................................................................... 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS..................................................................................................................................... 3 1 | INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................................... 6 Package Contents...............
Connection Options ................................................................................................................................17 Bluetooth Connection – Android - SPP ...............................................................................................18 APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................................................................19 APPENDIX B SAFETY AND USAGE TIPS ................................................
SOCKETSCAN SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT ........................................................................................34 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE........................................................................................................................37 Radio Frequency Interference Requirements.........................................................................................37 Canada Certification......................................................................................
1 | INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) 8Ci. The CHS is a portable handheld barcode scanner that is small enough to be attached to a smartphone with the Socket Klip Case and used with one hand. The 1D imager of the CHS enables you to scan data from 1D barcodes into a wide variety of computers, smartphones and PDAs.
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*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, the SocketScan Advanced Programming Guide or other manuals: http://www.socketmobile.
ABOUT SOCKETSCAN 10 SOFTWARE SocketScan™ 10 keyboard wedge software for Android OS 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.
HARDWARE FEATURES Product Diagram LED Status Indicators Bluetooth Front LED Good Read Side LED Battery Status Side LED LED Activity 1 BLUE blink per second 1 BLUE blink per 3 seconds GREEN (while scanning) GREEN (while charging) RED Blinking (while scanning) RED off (while scanning) Meaning Bluetooth is ON but not connected. CHS is connected to host device. Data successfully transmitted to host device. Battery is fully charged. 20% or less battery capacity remaining. Battery status is good.
Status Indicator Beeps Beep Pattern Low-high tone High-low tone 1 beep 1 beep low 1 beep with green LED 2 beeps, same tone 1 long beep 5 beeps Meaning Power ON Power OFF CHS connected to host device and ready to scan barcodes. You have double-pressed the power button and enabled support for simultaneous scanning and onscreen keyboard entry for Apple iOS. Data successfully scanned and sent to host device. CHS disconnected from host device.
• 2 | SCANNER SETUP CHARGING THE SCANNER The CHS must be fully charge before first use. Initial charging takes about 4 hours with the USB charging cable. Side LED will display green when fully charged. Insert Micro USB cable into port and plug in the AC adapter. The CHS will beep when connected properly to the adapter. 4 Hours POWER ON Press and hold down the small power button until the CHS beeps (low-high tone).
3 | GETTING STARTED 3 STEPS TO SUCCESSFUL SCANNING: 1. Hold the scanner 5-7 cm away from the barcode. 2. Aim the scan beam straight across the entire barcode. 3.
4 | SETUP FOR APPLE IOS This CHS can be used with the following Apple devices: • • Apple iPhone 5 Apple iPod touch 5th Generation Before you begin, make sure the CHS is fully charged (see Chapter 2 | SCANNER SETUP). CONNECTION OPTIONS The CHS offers two connection options for Apple iOS: HID and SPP. For more information, see About Bluetooth HID and SPP Modes.
Bluetooth Connection – Apple – HID Mode Connect your CHS with an Apple device using HID mode. (This is the default mode.) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Power on the CHS. Set the CHS to HID mode using the barcode on page 10. Enable Bluetooth on the Apple device. A Bluetooth device search will begin. Select Socket CHS in the list of found devices. Tap Pair if prompted. The CHS will beep once to confirm connection.
5 | SETUP FOR ANDROID This CHS can be used with the Android Samsung Galaxy S4 Before you begin, make sure the CHS is fully charged (see Chapter 2 | SCANNER SETUP). CONNECTION OPTIONS The CHS offers two connection options for Android: HID and SPP. For more information, see About Bluetooth HID and SPP Modes.
Bluetooth Connection – Android - SPP To install the software and configure your device: 1. Use this barcode to find SocketScan 10 software for your Android device in the Google Play Store, or search for it manually. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to download and install SocketScan 10. If prompted, allow the app to acces your Bluetooth settings / USB storage / SD card. 3. If SocketScan 10 prompts you to turn on Bluetooth, tap Allow. 4. You will be prompted to set SocketScan 10 as the keyboard language.
APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS Light Source Scan Rate Sensor Resolution Bluetooth Profile Battery Life Charge Time Wireless Range Operating Temp Symbologies 630nm +- 30nm visible red LED 5 scans / sec Linear CMOS sensor 5mil / 0.
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 to determine the proper distance between the scanner and barcode. • The larger the barcode, the further away you should position the scanner.
• 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.
APPENDIX C BARCODE LABEL SPECIFICATIONS All barcode symbols/labels should satisfy the appropriate AIM Uniform Symbology Specification. Note: The CHS 8Ci 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. Retroreflective media should be used to obtain decode distances greater than 36 inches.
APPENDIX D DECODE ZONE The decode zone for the CHS 8Ci is 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.
APPENDIX E COMMAND BARCODES Scan command barcode(s) to quickly configure the CHS 8Ci. By default, the CHS 8Ci is in HID mode as a Keyboard device. Many of the command barcodes only work with a scanner in a particular Bluetooth mode as indicated by the header row of each table.
APPENDIX F 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.
APPENDIX G 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 Address of your computer or device. You can use the Bluetooth software to find this out. 4. Open SocketScan 10.
APPENDIX H TROUBLESHOOTING GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING FOR ALL OPERATING SYSTEMS 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 The scanner is too close or too far from the barcode, or at an incorrect angle The barcode is incorrectly formatted, damaged or poorly printed. The barcode symbology may be disabled or not supported by the CHS. You don’t have an application open to scan data into.
SYMPTOM: The Bluetooth device search has found multiple CHS devices, and I don’t know which one to choose. POSSIBLE REASON The CHS is not paired with a host system, and there are multiple CHS devices in range. SOLUTION Power off the CHS device(s) you do not want to connect to and the Bluetooth device search.
TROUBLESHOOTING FOR ANDROID OS SYMPTOM: The CHS won’t reconnect to my Samsung Galaxy or Dell Streak any more. POSSIBLE REASON This is a known issue for Bluetooth for these devices. SOLUTION Disable and enable Bluetooth on your Android device and try again.
APPENDIX I 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.
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