socketmobile.com S730 USERGUIDE SOCKETSCAN® Bluetooth® wireless technology laser barcode scanner Model S730 www.socketmobile.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Package Contents 4 Product Information 5 Attach Wrist Strap 6 Charge the Battery 7 Optional Charging Accessories 8 Powering on/off 9 Scanning Barcodes 10 Bluetooth Connection Modes 11-12 How to setup your scanner: Download our Companion App for Apple® and Android Device 13 Setup Alternatives How to setup your scanner in Basic Mode: Basic Mode 14 How to setup your scanner in Application Mode: Android 15 Apple® 16-17 Windows 18
TABLE OF CONTENTS Bluetooth Unpairing 19 Factory Reset 20 Restore Method 21 Bluetooth Reconnection of Scanner 22 Status Indicators 23-26 Product Specifications 27-28 Helpful Resources 29 Safety, Compliance & Warranty 30-40 Battery Warning Statements 35-36 Command Barcodes 41-47
PACKAGE CONTENTS GET STARTED WITH YOUR BARCODE SCANNER Set up your scanner with Socket Mobile Companion App Download for Free! More at: socketmobile.com/companion SocketScan S700 Wrist Strap Charging Connector Insert Card Thank you for choosing Socket Mobile! Let’s get started! © 2019 Socket Mobile, Inc. All rights reserved. Socket®, the Socket Mobile logo, SocketScan®, DuraScan®, Battery Friendly® are registered trademarks or trademarks of Socket Mobile, Inc.
PRODUCT INFORMATION Scanner head Scan Indicator Light Bluetooth Light (Blue) Product label Battery Light (Green/Yellow/Red) Scan button Power button* Power Connector Stand Attachment/ Battery Door twist lock Lanyard Eyelet Charging pins Made with antimicrobial additives to help provide protection against bacteria. 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.
ATTACH WRIST STRAP Attach the Lanyard (optional) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Detach the string loop of the tether from the lanyard. Feed the string loop through the eyelet. Pull the tether through the string loop. Pull tight so the string loop is secure. Reattach the string loop’s tether to the lanyard.
CHARGE THE BATTERY Power Adapter Plug in the power adapter and the scanner will beep twice. The scanner must be fully charged before first use. Please allow 6 hours uninterrupted charging for the initial battery charge. The scanner will stop charging once the battery is full (No overcharging occurs) • Amber Light = Charging • Solid Green Light = Fully charged Important: Charging from a computer USB port is not reliable and not recommended.
OPTIONAL CHARGING ACCESSORIES Available separately Charging Dock Charging Stand AC Power Supply International Adapters available For all optional accessories visit our Socket Store.com.
POWERING ON/OFF Power button Powering On: Powering Off / Disconnecting: Press and hold down the small power button until the Battery light turns on and the scanner beeps twice (low-high). Press and hold down the small power button until the scanner beeps twice (high-low) and all lights turn off. Scanner will power off automatically if device is not connected within 5 minutes. Scanner connected to a device will power off within 2 hours if idle/inactive.
SCANNING BARCODES 1D Laser Barcode Scanner Aim the scan beam across the entire barcode MODEL - S730 CAUTION - LASER LIGHT. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM. CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH LASER NOTICE 50. ATTENTION - LUMIERE LASER NE PAS 650nm 1.0mw REGARDER LE RAYON. CLASSE 2 PRODUIT LASER Scan button Scanning Barcodes 1. Hold the scanner at least 4 inches from the barcode. 2. Aim, press and hold the scan button.
BLUETOOTH CONNECTION MODES Connect your scanner using one of the following Bluetooth connection modes: Bluetooth Connection Profiles Bluetooth Mode Description Basic Mode (HID) (Default)* • NO software installation required • Connects to most devices • Good for barcodes containing small amounts of data • Scanner interacts with host device like a keyboard Human Interface Device Profile Application Mode (SPP) Serial Port Profile For Android or Windows 1. Software installation is required 2.
BLUETOOTH CONNECTION MODES OS Connection Options Devices Bluetooth HID Support Bluetooth SPP Support Bluetooth Apple Serial Specific (MFi Mode) Android Android 4.0.3 & later Yes Yes N/A Apple iOS iPod, iPhone, & iPad (works with all versions) Yes N/A Yes Windows PC Windows 7, 8, 10 Yes Yes N/A Mac OS Mac OS X 10.4 to 10.
COMPANION APP To assist in scanner setup and configuration, download our new Companion App for free! Socket Mobile Companion App will help you configure and check the status of your Socket Mobile Barcode scanners. • Easy to follow instructions for pairing scanners in Application Mode • Verify scanner status • Check warranty and register scanners Learn more about Application Mode.
BASIC MODE Connect Device in Basic Mode In this mode the scanner functions and communicates similar to a keyboard. Therefore, the 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). 2. Go to Settings > Bluetooth. 3. Make sure the Bluetooth is “On” and scan for devices. 4. In the list of found devices, tap S730 [xxxxxx] to Pair. 5. The scanner will connect to the host device. 6.
APPLICATION MODE Connect Android device in Application Mode Install Software 1. Go to GooglePlay Store and search for “SocketScan ”. 2. Download & install. Follow the on screen instructions. Getting Started 3. Follow the on screen instructions. 4. Scan the barcode on the screen. 5. Tap the ON SCREEN option. 6. Tap on 2D SCANNER option. 7. 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. 8.
APPLICATION MODE Connect to Apple iOS device in Application Mode Please check with your scanner application vendor or visit www.socketmobile.com/appstore to confirm 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).
APPLICATION MODE Connect to Apple iOS device in Application Mode CONTINUED 4. Tap Socket S730[xxxxxx] in the list of other devices found. After a few seconds the status will change to “Connected” and the 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.
APPLICATION MODE Application Mode (SPP) for Windows or Android 8.0 and later (Auto Connect - No configuration required for Application pairing) 1. Power on the scanner. Make sure the scanner is discoverable (unpaired). The Blue light should be blinking fast. 2. Scan the barcode to change the profile to Application Mode (SPP). 3. Turn on Bluetooth on the Android device. Go to Settings > Bluetooth. A Bluetooth Devices search will begin. 4. Tap Socket S730[xxxxxx] in the list of other devices found.
APPLICATION MODE Application Mode (SPP) for Windows or Android version 7.0 and lower Configures scanner to Serial Port Profile. Install Software 1. Go to GooglePlay Store and search for “SocketScan ”. 2. Download & install. Follow the on screen instructions. Getting Started 3. Follow the on screen instructions. 4. Scan the barcode on the screen. 5. Tap the ON SCREEN option. 6. Tap the 1D SCANNER option. 7. Scan the barcode on the device screen. Wait a few seconds.
APPLICATION MODE Connect Windows PC in Application Mode Note: Make sure you have administrative privileges. 1. Turn on Bluetooth on your PC 2. Download the latest SocketScan 10 software from Socket Mobile’s support web page. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. 4. 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. 5. Power on the scanner.
BLUETOOTH UNPAIRING Note: This procedure will put the scanner in discoverable mode. Step 1: Unpairing the scanner: Delete the Bluetooth Pairing If the scanner is paired with a device, unpair it before trying to connect to a different device. a. Power on the scanner. b. Press and hold the scan button, then press and hold the power button at the same time. The scanner will unpair and automatically power off. The next time you power on the scanner, it will be discoverable.
FACTORY RESET Factory Reset will restore the SocketScan to Factory Default settings (configured as shipped). Scan this barcode Or follow the Factory Reset manually: 1. Power ON the scanner. 2. Press and hold the scan button. 3. Tap the power button once while continuing to press the scan button. Quickly press and release the power button 1 2 4. Keep holding the scan button until you hear a beep and then release (about15 seconds). Your scanner will beep 5 times and power off.
RESTORE METHOD NOTE: If your scanner remains in an unresponsive state after following the Factory Reset, use the Restore Method. The Restore Method should be the last attempt used to revive an unresponsive scanner. It will reinitialize the core hardware. 1. Make sure your scanner is OFF. 2.
BLUETOOTH RECONNECTION Automatic Reconnections Each time you power on the scanner, it will automatically try to connect to the last device it was connected to. • Make sure the device is in range with Bluetooth turned on. • If using Application Mode, make sure the Scanner-enabled application is launched or running. • If a connection is made, the blue light will stop blinking and turn solid.
STATUS INDICATORS Battery Charging when plugged into Power Supply Battery Status When not connected to power supply LED Activity Meaning Blinking Yellow/Amber Charging the battery Solid Green Battery is fully charged LED Activity Meaning Solid Green Battery level: 100% to 25% Solid Yellow/Amber Battery level: 25% to 10% Solid Red Warning - Battery level below 10% Blinking Red Charge immediately! The battery level is critically low.
STATUS INDICATORS (CONTINUED) Bluetooth Bluetooth Scan/Read Scan/Read LED Activity Meaning Fast Blinking Blue (2 blinks every second) Discoverable - waiting for a host Bluetooth connection. Slow Blinking Blue (1 blink every second) Scanner is attempting to connect to the last known host device. After 1 minute of blinking, scanner will stop searching. No Light - No Activity Scanner has attempted to connect and failed. Press scan button to try again.
STATUS INDICATORS (CONTINUED) Sound Pattern Sound Meaning Low-High Tone Power On High-Low Tone Power Off 2 Even Tones Scanner detects adequate power supply 1 Low Beep (When the power button is double tapped) Scanner has toggled on-screen keyboard or keyboard toggle feature is enabled.
STATUS INDICATORS (CONTINUED) Vibrate Meaning Vibrate Data successfully scanned Command Barcodes are available on pages 42-48 to modify the LED, beep, and vibrate settings. If you are using a scanner-enabled application, typically the application provides settings for LED, beep, and vibrate notifications.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Specifications S730 Dimensions (L x W x H) 5.2” x 1.5” x 1.6” (132.2 x 37.1 x 40.1 mm) Total Mass 4.2 oz (118 g) Antimicrobial Antimicrobial additive in external surfaces Battery Rechargeable, 2000mAh AA (LR6) NiMH Charge Time Approximately 6 Hours Battery Operation Time Per Full Charge Standby time: over 20 hours Active Scan Time: 100.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Symbologies S730 Bookland EAN (ISBN / EAN-13), Chinese 2 of 5, Codabar, Code 11, Code 128, Code 39, Code 93, Discrete 2 of 5, GS1 DataBar (RSS), GS1-128 (UCC-128/EAN-128), Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF-14), MSI, Plessey, UPC/EAN, Matrix 2 of 5, Korean 2 of 5 Supported Language Settings [in Basic Mode (HID)] English, French, German, Spanish Systems/Battery Charging Requirement USB Type 5V 1A Ambient Light From 0 to 100 000 lux From pitch black to direct sunlight Opera
HELPFUL RESOURCES Technical Support & Product Registration: support.socketmobile.com Phone: 800-279-1390 +1-510-933-3020 (worldwide) Warranty Checker: socketmobile.com/support/warranty-checker Learn about our Socket Mobile Developer Program: socketmobile.com/developers The Command Barcodes (Advanced Scanner Configurations) can be downloaded at: socketmobile.
SAFETY AND HANDLING INFORMATION WARNING: Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire or other injury or damage to the barcode scanners or other property. Carrying and Handling the SocketScan barcode scanners: The Socket Mobile barcode scanner contains sensitive components. Do not disassemble, open, crush, bend, deform, puncture, shred, microwave, incinerate, paint, or insert foreign objects into this unit. Do not attempt to disassemble the product.
BLUETOOTH DEVICE UNITED STATES FCC ID: T9J-RN42 LUBMA41 Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
BLUETOOTH DEVICE UNITED STATES FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device meets the FCC requirements for RF exposure in public or uncontrolled environments. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2.
BLUETOOTH DEVICE CANADA IC ID: 6514A-RN42 2529A-MA41-S7 This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
BLUETOOTH DEVICE EUROPE CE Marking & European Union Compliance Products intended for sale within the European Union are marked with a CE Mark, which indicates compliance to applicable Directives and European Normes (EN), as follows.
BLUETOOTH DEVICE JAPAN Telec Marking Compliance R 201-125709 R 211-181219 Products intended for sale within the country of Japan are marked with a Telec mark, which indicates compliance to applicable Radio Laws, Articles and Amendments.
BATTERY WARNING STATEMENTS • Dispose of used batteries in accordance with the prevailing community regulations that apply to the disposal of batteries. • Never expose this product or the battery to any liquids. • Do not shock the battery by dropping it or throwing it. If this unit shows any type of damage, such as bulging, swelling or disfigurement, discontinue use and email support@socketmobile.com. Product Disposal Your device should not be placed in municipal waste.
BATTERY WARNING STATEMENTS This device contains two AA rechargeable NiMH replaceable batteries. Stop charging SocketScan barcode scanners if charging is not completed within 24 hours. (Look into replacing the battery). Stop charging the battery if the SocketScan barcode scanner case becomes abnormally hot, or shows signs of odor, discoloration, deformation, or abnormal conditions is detected during use, charge, or storage.
LASER DEVICE Caution: DO NOT STARE DIRECTLY INTO THE LASER BEAM. The following statement is required to comply with US and international regulations: Caution: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser beam exposure. MODEL - S730 CAUTION - LASER LIGHT. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM. CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH LASER NOTICE 50. ATTENTION - LUMIERE LASER NE PAS 650nm 1.0mw REGARDER LE RAYON.
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE CE MARKING AND EUROPEAN UNION COMPLIANCE Testing for compliance to CE requirements was performed by an independent laboratory. The unit under test was found compliant with all the applicable Directives, 2004/108/EC and 2006/95/EC. WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT The WEEE directive places an obligation on all EU-based manufacturers and importers to take-back electronic products at the end of their useful life.
LIMITED WARRANTY Socket Mobile Incorporated (Socket) warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and service, for one (1) year from the date of purchase. Product must be purchased new from a Socket Authorized Distributor or Reseller. Used products and products purchased through non-authorized channels are not eligible for this warranty support. Warranty benefits are in addition to rights provided under local consumer laws.
COMMAND BARCODES Scan command barcode(s) to quickly configure the Scanner. Make sure the scanner is not connected to a device before scanning a command barcode! For a complete set of command barcodes, download the Command Barcodes Sheet: https://www.socketmobile.
COMMAND BARCODES (CONTINUED) Important! Make sure the scanner is not connected to a host computer or device before scanning a command barcode! Bluetooth Connection Modes Basic Mode (HID) (default) Configures the Scanner to Human Interface Device (HID) mode as a Keyboard class device Application Mode (MFi-SPP) for Apple iOS devices Configures scanner to work with an application. Application Mode (SPP) for Windows or Android 8.
COMMAND BARCODES (CONTINUED) 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 reconnecting to your host device. Scan one of the barcodes below and reconfigure 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. *These settings drain the battery faster. Please ensure the scanner is charged daily.
COMMAND BARCODES (CONTINUED) Bluetooth Connection Modes Continuous Power for 4 hours* Scan Barcode to configure the scanner to remain on for 4 hours. #FNB012100F000F0# Return Scanner to Default Setting Turns the scanner off when it is not in use – 3 to 5 minutes after being disconnected from host device.
COMMAND BARCODES (CONTINUED) Important! Make sure the Scanner is not connected to a host computer or device before scanning a command barcode! Beep Settings Beep after scanner Decodes Data ON (default) Enables scanner to beep to indicate successful scans. #FNB0119E000100030078004B# Beep after scanner Decodes Data OFF Disables scanner from beeping to indicate successful scans.
COMMAND BARCODES (CONTINUED) Vibrate Settings Vibrate ON (default) Enables scanner to vibrate to indicate successful scans. Vibrate OFF Disables scanner from vibrating to indicate successful scans. #FNB01310001000100FA0000# #FNB013100010000# Factory Default Factory Reset Revert all settings to factory defaults. The scanner will power off after scanning this barcode. #FNB00F0# For more command codes go to: https://www.socketmobile.
Command Barcodes (Continued) HID Keyboard Language Settings Scan to enable language English (Default) #FNB01430001# French #FNB01430002# German #FNB01430003# Spanish #FNB01430004# For more command codes go to: https://www.socketmobile.
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