Socket Mobile SoMo 650 User`s Guide
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1. Socket may at its option replace or repair the product with new or reconditioned parts and the returned product becomes Socket s property Socket warrants the repaired or replaced products to be free from defects in material or workmanship for ninety 90 days after the return shipping date or for the remainder of the original warranty period whichever is greater This warranty does not cover the replacement of products damaged by abuse accident misuse or misapplication nor as a result of service or modification other than by Socket This warranty is void if you install batteries into the product that were not supplied by Socket SOCKET IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDING DAMAGE TO PROPERTY AND TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW DAMAGES FOR PERSONAL INJURY THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Some states do not allow limitation of implied warranties or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so that the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state This product may contain fully tested recycled parts warranted as if new For warranty information please visit www socketmobile com support 49 DIS2. While charging the power LED will be red When charging is complete it will change to green 2 NOTE The charging cradle included with the SoMo 650 M provides a compartiment for charging an extra battery You can charge an extra battery and the SoMo 650 simultaneously in the cradle STEP 3 SET UP YOUR SoMo 650 2 NOTE Make sure your 650 is fully charged before proceeding 1 Slide the hold switch on the left side of your SoMo 650 up to the unlocked position 2 Turn on your SoMo 650 by pressing the small power button on the front top right hand corner 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your SoMo 650 14 STEP 4 INSTALL ACTIVESYNC ON YOUR DESKTOP LAPTOP PC 2 NOTE This step is required if your computer is running Windows Vista Z NOTE Do not connect your SoMo 650 to your desktop laptop computer until ActiveSync has been installed NOTE ActiveSync 4 0 or greater is required ISS 1 Close any programs running on your computer p Insert the SoMo 650 Companion CD into the computer s CD ROM drive The CD s welcome page will appear 3 Click the animated forward icon to proceed to the next screen 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 2 NOTE Refer to the ActiveSync online Help for information on how to use the
3. and this computer keeping data such as e mail and calendar items up to date in both places C Guest partnership want to only copy and move information between my device and this computer add and remove programs or restore a backup image on a device whose memory has been reset do not want to synchronize data Back Carcel 2 NOTE If the wizard does not automatically appear open ActiveSync manually by clicking the Windows Start menu gt All Programs gt Microsoft ActiveSync the New Partnership wizard will automatically appear on your computer screen 2 Follow the setup wizard to set up the partnership Once completed the 3 first synchronization will start automatically After the synchronization is complete you will see that the Calendar Contacts and Tasks on your SoMo 650 have been updated The next time you wish to use ActiveSync you just need to plug your SoMo 650 into your computer ActiveSync will then open automatically and update your device CHAPTER 2 GETTING STARTED 17 3 CONTROLLING THE SoMo 650 This chapter explains how to control your SoMo 650 using buttons the hold switch stylus Start menu online Help and the Radio Manager BUTTONS Your SoMo 650 has several buttons as follows e Power button e Left programmable application button defaulted to Voice Notes default e Right programmable application button defaulted to Radio Manager e Calendar short
4. e Exclusive toll free phone 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 www socketmobile com support HARDWARE FEATURES Front 1 Wireless Status LED Blue Green indicates Bluetooth Wi Fi 2 Battery Status Alarm LED Red Green 3 3 5 TFT LCD touch screen 4 Calendar shortcut button 5 Messaging shortcut button 6 5 way navigation button 7 Microphone 8 Today shortcut button 9 Contacts shortcut button 10 Power button Status Indicator LED LED LEDBehavior Meaning Wireless i Battery Flashing red Alarm Notification including Low Status Battery Notification Solid red light when Charging connected to charger Solid green light when Fully charged connected to charger CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1 2 Battery cover release 3 Speaker Left Hands free headset microphone connector lift rubber cover to access Left programmable application button launches Voice Notes by default Hold switch DC in connector lift rubber cover to access Bou 19 10 Right 1 Right programmable application button launches Radio Manager by default Top with card slot cover open 1 Stylus holder and stylus 2 SD Secure Digital SDIO MMC MultiMedia Card s
5. indicated by a beep The SocketScan icon at the bottom of the Today screen will also change to indicate the connection CHAPTER 5 SOCKETSCAN AND CONNECT AGENT 33 STEP 4 START APPLICATION 1 Start the application that you want to enter data into e g Excel Mobile From the Today screen tap Start Programs and select your program 2 Make sure a document spreadsheet or form is open in your program z Excel Mobile g Z 4 55 ok 3 Place the cursor where you want data from the next scan to be entered 34 STEP 5 SCAN BAR CODES 1 Press the trigger button to scan a bar code Please refer to your scanner manual for the correct technique 2 When data is read it should appear in your document Excel Mobile Q oF DET MES Depending on which scanner you have it may also beep or the LED may change colors to indicate a successful scan By default the cursor automatically advances to the next cell or line ready for the next scan read NOTE Wait for the Good Scan indication before scan more data If you try to scan too fast the device can lock up until you stop scanning J NOTE If the data does not appear how you expect it and you are using Excel Mobile check the cell formatting CHAPTER 5 SOCKETSCAN AND CONNECT AGENT 35 6 SOCKETSCAN FOR PLUG IN SCANNERS AND READERS SocketScan software sends data from your Socket Mobile bar code scanner RFID reader or magnetic str
6. wizard will launch to help you create a profile for your network Complete the wizard entering the security settings obtained from your network administrator z Settings 245 Configure Wireless Network O i Connects to The Internet This is device to device ad hoc connection 1311j2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 Taba w e rjt v u i jo p T LLL ESESES e 4 If your WLAN does not have a profile 1 e no folder icon is shown next to 1t tap and hold your stylus on the WLAN in the list In the pop up menu tap Get Connected 33 Mfg1 g a E Ma encryption 096 rsca 8 E WEP encryption 0 socketcomm i WEP M ES rn zin 096 uniquename 8 E Ma encryption x bd Refresh New A wizard will launch to help you create a profile for the selected SSID Complete the wizard entering the security settings obtained from your network administrator 28 5 After a profile is saved if the WLAN is in range the SoMo will automatically try to connect to it To connect to another network in the list tap and hold your stylus on the WLAN In the pop up menu tap Connect 1336 Mfg1 g E encryption 0 socketcomm WEP encr 09 socketwi n WEP encr 03 123 WPA TKIP encryption Refresh New CHAPTER 4 WI FI COMPANION 29 5 SOCKETSCAN AND CONNECT AGENT FOR CORDLESS BAR CODE SCANNERS SocketSca
7. ANNING HARDWARE Refer to your CHS or CRS manual for hardware preparation instructions You will need to install and charge the battery batteries If using the CHS you may also want to attach the tether If using the CRS you will also need to assemble the straps STEP 2 ENABLE CORDLESS SCANNING 1 Tap Start Settings System tab Socket Scanner Settings 2 Tap on the CS tab at the bottom of the screen Check Enable Cordless Scanner support F Settings ey 42 4 36 ok Scanner Settings Cordless Scanner Enable Cordless Scanner support 3 Tap ok to save your changes 32 STEP 3 CONNECT SCANNER TO 1 qs If using the CRS put on the scanner Refer to the CRS manual for instructions Turn on your bar code scanner Refer to your scanner manual for instructions Tap Start Programs SocketScan folder SocketScan Te SocketScan will launch running in the background SocketScan Tap ok to exit the folder Tap X to exit Programs The SocketScan icon qu will appear at the bottom of the Today screen Tap on the icon In the pop up menu tap Connect CS Connect C5 Calendar Connect Agent will begin searching for the scanner i z SocketScan gm d 4 53 x Friday 4 53 PM February 23 2007 WHA Off On Outlook E mail 67 Unread SocketScan THE o gent SocketScan Notification After Connect Agent finds the scanner it will automatically connect
8. CLAIMER EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT EXPRESSLY WARRANTED BY SOCKET COMMUNICATIONS INC THIS PRODUCT IS PROVIDED AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED BY LAW SOCKET DOES NOT ASSUME ANY PRODUCT LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE APPLICATION OR USE OF ANY PRODUCT OR APPLICATION DESCRIBED HEREIN 50 LIMITED SOFTWARE WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY SOCKET warrants that the original disk or CD ROM is free from defects for 90 days from the date of delivery of the SOFTWARE CUSTOMER REMEDIES SOCKET S entire liability and your exclusive remedy shall be at SOCKET S option either a return of the price paid or b replacement of the SOFTWARE which does not meet SOCKET S Limited Warranty and which is returned to SOCKET with a copy of your receipt Any replacement SOFTWARE will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or 30 days whichever is longer THESE REMEDIES ARE NOT AVAILABLE OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA NO OTHER WARRANTIES SOCKET disclaims all other warranties either express or implied including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose with respect to the SOFTWARE and the accompanying written materials This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights You may have others which vary
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10. H WEP enc ion manage profiles rypt and or connect 4 0 epsilonnet TA WPA TKIP encryption zetanet Refresh New Wi Fi FINDER ICONS Current connection ail Signal strength of strongest AP access point ad hoc radio WEP encryption WPA PSK WPA TKIP WPA2 or 802 1x 2 26 FINDING AND CONNECTING TO A WLAN Ask your network administrator for the necessary security settings for your WLAN If the WLAN uses 802 1x WPA or WPA2 you need to install authentication certificate s before you can connect Refer to the Wi Fi Companion User s Guide for instructions on the Socket Mobile certificate utility 1 In the main screen of Wi Fi Companion tap on the PR tower icon or tap Tools Wi Fi Finder 2 Wi Fi Finder will appear listing WLANs detected in range Tap on any WLAN in the list to view additional properties FG Wi Fi Companion 4 Er 4 4 54 i Wi Fi Finder Type Infrastructure Ad Hoc Preferred All 0 Mfg1 g E Ma encryption 20 socketwireless WEP encryption 0 Test123 A WPA TKIP encryption tmobile Network unavailable Refresh New If desired tap on the Type or Sort by drop down menus to change how the list is displayed If your WLAN is not listed tap Refresh at the bottom of the screen CHAPTER 4 WI FI COMPANION 2 3 If Wi Fi Finder cannot find your WLAN because its SSID network name is hidden tap New at the bottom of the screen A
11. KTOP LAPTOP PC STEP 5 CONNECT THE SOMO TO THE COMPUTER STEP 6 SET UP YOUR ACTIVES YNC PARTNERSHIP 3 CONTROLLING THE SOMO 650 BUTTONS HOLD SWITCH STYLUS ADDING A KEYBOARD MOUSE START MENU ONLINE HELP RADIO MANAGER 4 WI FI COMPANION TURNING ON THE WI FI RADIO MAIN SCREEN OF WI FI COMPANION WI FI STATUS ICON WI FI FINDER FINDING AND CONNECTING TO A WLAN SOCKETSCAN AND CONNECT AGENT FOR CORDLESS BAR CODE SCANNERS SOCKETSCAN ICONS STEP 1 PREPARE THE SCANNING HARDWARE STEP 2 ENABLE CORDLESS SCANNING STEP 3 CONNECT SCANNER TO SOMO STEP 4 START APPLICATION STEP 5 SCAN BAR CODES 5 13 13 14 14 15 16 17 18 18 18 19 19 19 19 20 22 23 25 25 26 24 30 31 92 32 33 34 35 6 SOCKETSCAN FOR PLUG IN SCANNERS AND READERS STEP 1 ASSIGN A TRIGGER BUTTON STEP 2 START SOCKETSCAN STEP 3 INSERT THE CARD STEP 4 START APPLICATION STEP 5 SCAN OR READ DATA APPENDICES A SPECIFICATIONS B RESETTING THE SOMO 650 C UPGRADING THE FIRMWARE D TECHNICAL SUPPORT LIMITED WARRANTY DISCLAIMER REGULATORY COMPLIANCE 42 44 47 48 49 50 52 1 INTRODUCTION 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 asset management mobile POS and hospitality This durable customizable
12. LM 3 Place the cursor where you want data from the next scan read to be entered CHAPTER 6 SOCKETSCAN FOR PLUG INS 39 STEP 5 SCAN OR READ DATA 1 Scanning RFID Press the trigger button to scan a bar code or read an RFID tag Please refer to your scanner manual for the correct technique Mag Stripe Swipe a magnetic stripe card through the slot with the magnetic stripe face down 40 2 When data is read it should appear in your document Excel Mobile gF Z 4 55 ok Depending on which scanner reader you have it may also beep or the LED may change colors to indicate a successful scan By default the cursor automatically advances to the next cell or line ready for the next scan read J NOTE Wait for the Good Scan indication before you scan more data If you try to scan too fast the device can lock up until you stop scanning Z NOTE If the data does not appear how you expect it and you are using Excel Mobile check the cell formatting CHAPTER 6 SOCKETSCAN FOR PLUG INS 41 APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS Intel PXA270 624MHz CPU Memory SDRAM 128MB NAND Flash 256MB Display 65K colors TFT LCD 3 5 16 bit per pixel 240 w x 320 L resolution QVGA size portrait and landscape modes default portrait mode Glass analog resistive touch panel White LED backlight Audio Headset Jack 2 5mm 4 ring type support for both Voice amp Stereo music Mono 0 5W speaker Omni
13. SCAN 1 Tap Start Programs SocketScan folder SocketScan Tin SocketScan 2 A SocketScan icon should appear at the bottom of the Today screen indicating that no data collection device has been inserted CHAPTER 6 SOCKETSCAN FOR PLUG INS 37 STEP 3 INSERT THE CARD 1 Open the slot cover at the top of the SoMo 650 then insert the card into the appropriate slot Make sure the card 15 right side up Do not insert the card upside down or force the card in too hard socket r 2 When SocketScan is running a SocketScan icon will appear at the bottom of the Today screen Make sure the appropriate icon appears to indicate that your device is ready to collect data No Socket Mobile data collection device detected Ready to scan bar codes with the Secure Digital Scan Ready to read magnetic stripe data with the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card Ready to scan bar codes with the CF Scan Card 5X e Ready to read RFID tags with the CF RFID Reader Card s Ready to scan bar codes with the CF Scan Card 5E 5M 5P or CF RFID Reader Scan Card Z NOTE If you insert the card before starting SocketScan no icon will appear 38 STEP 4 START APPLICATION 1 Start the application that you want to enter data into e g Excel Mobile From the Today screen tap Start Programs and select your program 2 Make sure a document spreadsheet or form is open in your program z Excel Mobile E
14. SoMo 650 Durable business class handheld computer User s Guide socket C Increasing Mobile Productivity 2 2008 Document 6410 00287 D COPYRIGHT NOTICE Copyright 2008 Socket Communications Inc dba Socket Mobile Inc All rights reserved Socket the Socket logo Increasing Mobile Productivity SoMo SocketCare SocketScan Connect Agent and Wi Fi Companion are trademarks or registered trademarks of Socket Communications Inc dba 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 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 re
15. ccess this screen from outside the utility 2 7 Wi Fi Companion Er qf 4 52 Pocket_PC DHCFP 2156 31 250 1860 Packets Sent 43 Packets Received 1020 WEP enabled socketcomm Duration 00 06 22 Quality Good 00 a0 Fe 39 be eb Tools Statistics About Access point remote device properties SSID network name Connection duration Channel number in black circle Tap for Wi Fi Finder Wi Fi STATUS ICON The icon appears at the top of every screen when Wi Fi Companion is running Associated or Connected Number of bars indicates signal strength Networks available Signal quality rating and percentage MAC address also known as BSSID Valid IP address Tap to access email the Internet ping or trace route Data rate Tap to view signal strength and data rate distribution Searching for networks Networks out of range but configured CHAPTER 4 WI FI COMPANION 25 WI FI FINDER The Wi Fi Finder displays a list of WLAN networks found in range To access the Wi Fi Finder tap on the large tower icon in the bottom right corner of the main screen of Wi Fi Companion EF wi FiCompanio 7 46 4 55 Tap to filter the a Wi Fi Finder list by type Tap to sort the list 0 alphanet 1 T WEP encryption T he MAC Tap on any listing to 1 0 betanet AP Details expand details i WEP encryption 0 gammanet A No encryption Tap and hold stylus on any listing to 20 deltanet
16. contains online help files These can be accessed in two main Ways Press Help Contents for a list of Help topics 2 To access Help for any particular application open the application and then tap Help CHAPTER 3 CONTROLLING THE SOMO 19 RADIO MANAGER The Radio Manager enables you to enable disable Bluetooth and Wi Fi 1 Open the Radio Manager Press the button on the right side of the SoMo 650 Alternatively tap the Wi Fi and Bluetooth status line in the Today screen Start u ME un day February 26 2007 Wi Fi Off 3 Off Outlook E mail 67 Unread 1 Active task 2 09 PM JL Device unlocked here to sign in to Pocket MSN Calendar 2 In the Radio Manager an x appears on the Bluetooth or Wi Fi button to indicate that the radio is off Tap on the button to turn on the radio The x will disappear z Radio Manager ey d 2 12 ok lt 9 Wi Fi ZS 2 NOTE Wi Fi Companion software launches after Wi Fi is turned on 20 2 NOTE If you enable flight mode Bluetooth and Wi Fi will turn off When you disable flight mode the wireless radios that were previously running will turn on again CHAPTER 3 CONTROLLING THE SOMO 21 4 WI FI COMPANION Wi Fi Companion is a powerful and easy to use utility for managing Wi Fi connections from your SoMo 650 mobile computer Intuitive graphics display connection properties at a glance Tap on icons
17. cut Button Reset Button Calendar Shortcut Button Left Frearammable Application Button APPENDIX B RESETTING THE SOMO 3 Continue to hold the three until a splash screen appears with the Socket logo and starts blinking Left Programmable Application Button Contacts Shortcut Button Calendar Shortcut Button 4 After the Socket Mobile Splash Screen starts blinking release the three buttons and follow the onscreen instructions 46 APPENDIX UPGRADING THE FIRMWARE ADVANCED USERS ONLY You can download firmware upgrades from the Socket website www socketmobile com support downloads To upgrade your firmware 1 7 Format a Secure Digital SD memory card by FAT FAT16 Save the downloaded firmware upgrade to an SD card then insert it into your SoMo 650 Turn on the SoMo 650 Press and hold the right programmable application button While still pressing the right programmable application button use the stylus to press and release the reset button on the bottom of the device Keep the the right programmable application button pressed until you see EBOOT then for it to count down to zero before releasing The firmware upgrading process will begin CAUTION DO NOT PRESS ANY BUTTONS WHILE THE UPGRADE 8 IS INPROGRESS Once the upgrade is complete the SoMo 650 will reboot normally APPENDIX F TROUBLESHOOTING 47 APPENDIX TECHNICAL SUPPORT Socket On L
18. cut button e Contacts shortcut button e 5 way navigation button e Messaging shortcut button e Today shortcut button For more information on the position of these buttons please refer to the diagrams in Chapter 1 Introduction HOLD SWITCH The hold switch located on the left side can be used to put the SoMo 650 in rest mode so any applications or wireless connections running on your device will remain active but the buttons and screen will be disabled in order to prevent accidental input To put your device on hold move the switch in the down position 2 NOTE The hold switch is not related the software lock function accessible from the Today screen 18 STYLUS You can use the stylus in three ways e Tap an item Use to select an option similar to left clicking a computer mouse e Tap and hold an item Reveals a submenu if available Similar to right clicking a computer mouse e Drag Hold the stylus against the screen and drag to highlight multiple items or to move the position of an item Similar to left clicking and dragging a computer mouse ADDING A KEYBOARD MOUSE If you are using the SoMo 650 M you can enter information by docking the SoMo in the cradle and using the cradle s two USB ports to connect a keyboard and or mouse START MENU From the Start menu you can access programs settings and Help topics The Start menu can be accessed by tapping 3 ONLINE HELP Your SoMo 650
19. directional Connectors SoMo 650 DC in 5V 1A USB synchronization host cable connector Cradle Docking connector DC in 5V 3A USB synchronization cable connector USB connector x 2 Type A Connectivity Bluetooth v2 0 EDR Class 2 HEENNNI CON Expansion Slots CF I O Type II expansion slot USB 1 1 support host client x2 Cradle only Battery Standard 1200 mAh rechargeable Lithium ion battery pack Dimensions Height 127 6 mm Width 74 5 mm Depth 18 5 mm Weight 179 g including standard battery and stylus Operating Temperature 0 to 40 C 32 to 120 F Storage Temperature 25 to 75 C 13 to 167 F Humidity 95 non condensing 42 Drop Specification Multiple 1 meter drops to concrete covered with vinyl ESD Specification 8kV air discharge 8kV direct discharge Operating System Microsoft Windows Mobile 5 0 Premium Edition Pre Loaded Software Programmable Home Screen Calculator MSN Messenger Client Word Mobile Excel Mobile PowerPoint Mobile IE Mobile Outlook Mobile NET Compact Framework v2 0 Windows Media Player 10 2 Mobile ActiveSync Client v4 x Socket Mobile Wi Fi Companion Socket Mobile SocketScan Socket Mobile Socket Mobile Modem Utilities Socket Mobile Ethernet Utilities Socket Mobile Serial I O Utilities APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS 43 APPENDIX RESETTING THE SoMo 650 Soft Reset A soft reset is like rebooting a computer No files ar
20. e deleted To perform a soft reset Using the tip of your stylus lightly press the Reset button inside the hole on the bottom of your SoMo 650 Clean Reset CAUTION A CLEAN RESET IS MORE POWERFUL THAN A SOFT RESET IT WILL DELETE FILES AND FOLDERS AND SHOULD ONLY BE DONE IF A SOFT RESET FAILS TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM WHEN YOU PERFORM A CLEAN RESET FORMATS PREFERENCES AND OTHER SETTINGS INCLUDING DATE AND TIME ARE RESTORED TO THEIR FACTORY DEFAULTS ALL DATA RECORDS AND ENTRIES EXCEPT THOSE STORED IN ROM WILL BE ERASED 4 NOTE If you set a security password on the SoMo and forget the password a clean reset will remove the password setting To perform a clean reset 1 Press and hold the Left Programmable Application Button the Calendar and Contacts shortcut buttons on your SoMo 650 Left Programmable Application Button Contacts Shortcut Button Calendar Shortcut Button 7 44 2 While holding the three buttons using the tip of your stylus lightly press the Reset button inside the hole on the bottom of your SoMo 650 Left Programmable Application Button Contacts Shortcut Button Calendar Shortcut Button Reset Button It is recommended that you hold the SoMo 650 in your left hand Press the left programmable action button with your left thumb and the two shortcut buttons with your left index and middle finger Hold the stylus in your right hand to press the reset button Contacts Shart
21. frain 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 e Keep away from extremely hot cold or humid conditions e Do not allow the device to get wet e Avoid shock or vibrations e Do not open your device Any attempts to open this device will void the warranty e Wipe the touch screen only with a Hnt free cloth slightly dampened while the device is switched off e Do not place objects on top of the device e Do not charge the device in extremely hot or cold conditions e Please only use the supplied USB synchronization cable e Please do not use other chargers or adapters as these may damage your device e Do not remove SD MMC CF cards while they are being accessed e Do not use this device in damp wet or rainy conditions TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION SOMO 650 VERSIONS SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS PACKAGE CONTENTS ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES PRODUCT REGISTRATION SOCKETCARE SERVICE PROGRAM HARDWARE FEATURES ABOUT THE SOCKET MOBILE SOFTWARE 2 GETTING STARTED STEP 1 INSTALL THE BATTERY STEP 2 CHARGE THE BATTERY STEP 3 SET UP YOUR SOMO 650 STEP 4 INSTALL ACTIVESYNC ON YOUR DES
22. from state to state NO LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES In no event shall SOCKET or its suppliers be liable for any damages whatsoever including without limitation damages for loss of business profits business interruption loss of business information or other pecuniary loss arising out of the use of or inability to use the SOFTWARE even if SOCKET has been advised of the possibility of such damages Because some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages the above limitation may not apply to you EXPORT LAW ASSURANCES You may not use or otherwise export or reexport the SOFTWARE except as authorized by United States law and laws of the jurisdiction in which the SOFTWARE was obtained In particular but without limitation none of the SOFTWARE may be used or otherwise exported or reexported a into or to a national or resident of a United States embargoed country or b to anyone on the U S Treasury Department s list of Specially Designated Nationals or the U S Department of Commerce s Table of Denial Orders By using the SOFTWARE you represent and warrant that you are not located in under control of or a national or resident of any such country or on any such list GOVERNMENT END USERS If the SOFTWARE is supplied to the U S Government the SOFTWARE is classified as restricted computer software as defined in clause 52 227 19 of the FAR The U S Government s right
23. handheld computer has premium features including true business class Bluetooth and Wi Fi technology to keep you ES connected wherever you go Pre loaded with Socket Mobile device drivers and software utilities the SoMo 650 can be deployed out of the box with a wide range of Socket Mobile data collection network access or device connection peripherals to create a custom solution that meets your specific business requirements SoMo 650 VERSIONS The SoMo 650 is available in these versions e SoMo 650 E includes basic accessories see list on next page e The SoMo 650 M includes basic accessories and a charging cradle Radio free versions of the SoMo 650 E and 650 M are also available SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Before you start using your new SoMo 650 you should have a host desktop laptop computer ready for synchronization e If your host computer is running Windows Vista it 1s ready to synchronize with the SoMo 650 e If your host computer is running Windows 2000 XP Microsoft ActiveSync software version 4 2 or greater is required Socket Mobile recommends version 4 5 which you can download using the link provided in the Getting Started CD In order to install ActiveSync your Windows 2000 XP computer must meet the following minimum requirements e Intel Pentium processor minimum 233 MHz e 64 MB e 120 MB disk space e CD ROM drive e USB port e SVGA or compatible graphics card supporting 256 co
24. he software also enables you to communicate serial data at high speeds 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 Mobile peripherals 12 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 CHAPTER 2 GETTING STARTED 13 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 desktop cradle if included with your version of the SoMo 650 2 Plug the AC adapter into a suitable wall socket F 4 NOTE The SoMo 650 should be charged for 4 hours before first use Afterwards charge the device as needed according to its battery level 5 Z NOTE
25. ine Support SOS SOS is a virtual technical support assistant that can help you with your product support questions or FAQs SOS responds immediately to your inquiry and no product registration is required to use the system Her SEARCH CONTACT UE AULT uy PRODULTS SUPPORT WHLAL TO UUY Seach for stiches 177 Search Tips Het Topics dE socket Conmnmunications Search 2 Don Seach vng Companion 2 5 oder All Categesies Search vmrmin Socket Communications 3 1 Mobis Power Pack Fre Windows CE version J Servo WLAN for Pocket PC 2003 Varese LAN What Packel PC devices are supported by Wi Fi Companion D Deontas Products SH Novel amp GPS Pitik CF cand i5 rit recognized by your d gil a EF Companion Fegistratin Information on EDIO card instriion and removal usage RE 232 TTTTUTIT palama Eeewledgebase To access SOS please visit www socketmobile com support faq Technical Support If you have trouble installing or using the Socket Cordless Ring Scanner contact Socket s technical support department for assistance 4 IMPORTANT TO OBTAIN TECHNICAL SUPPORT YOU MUST FIRST REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ONLINE AT www socketmobile com support support new e After you register your product log in and click on the Technical Support tab e Click Create New Ticket to
26. ipe reader into any application running on the SoMo 650 This lets you use Socket Mobile data collection peripherals without having to program custom applications The software comes pre loaded on the SoMo 650 This chapter contains generic instructions for using SocketScan on the SoMo 650 with these products e Secure Digital Scan Card Series 3 e CF Mag Stripe Reader Card Series 4 e CompactFlash Scan Card Series 5 e CF RFID Reader Card Series 6 For specific instructions please refer to the User s Guide for your specific Socket Mobile data collection product available in the installation CD that came with the data collection product as well as online at www socketmobile com support downloads datacollection 36 STEP 1 ASSIGN A TRIGGER BUTTON 2 NOTE This step is NOT required for the CF Mag Stripe Reader Card 4E NOTE For the CF RFID Reader Scan Card 6M 6P multiple trigger buttons need to be assigned Please refer to your RFID card manual for instructions 1 Tap Start Settings Buttons 2 From the Button list tap to select a button to trigger your scanner For best ergonomics the left or right button 1s recommended In the drop down menu select SocketScan Tap ok z Settings gt Z 4 57 Dk Buttons 1 Select a button Butte lt Today gt on 2 Calendar n3 Contacts Messaging SocketScan Radio Manager 2 Assign a program d Program Buttons Up Down Control STEP 2 START SOCKET
27. lors e Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 0 PACKAGE CONTENTS The SoMo 650 package includes these items e SoMo 650 e Battery e Stylus e USB synchronization cable e AC adapter e Carrying case version 650 M only e Cradle version 650 M only e Getting Started CD e Quick Start Guide ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES A variety of other accessories can be purchases separately online as well as replacements for items that come in our standard SoMo packages For more information please visit www socketmobile com products accessories e Portable Power Pack e Extended Li ion battery 2600 mAh e Audio headset with barrel adapter e USB synchronization cable e Y cable USB sync USB host power e Screen protector kit e DC power adapter for use in vehicles PRODUCT REGISTRATION Socket highly recommends that all customers register their Socket products Registered users receive the following benefits e Access to technical support e Special offers for future products and upgrades e The latest new product information Register online at www socketmobile com support support new CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 7 TM SOCKETCARE SERVICE PROGRAM SocketCare 15 an enhanced service program avallable for the SoMo 650 for an additional cost It provides the following benefits benefits vary with program level e Faster turnaround for product repair or replacement e Faster response for technical support inquiries e Accidental damage coverage
28. lot lift rubber cover to access 3 CF CompactFlash slot lift rubber cover to access Bottom 1 USB synchronization host cable connector 2 Soft reset button CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 11 ABOUT THE SOCKET MOBILE SOFTWARE The Socket Mobile 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 Mobile peripheral product which must be purchased separately SocketScan enters bar code RFID or magnetic stripe data directly from any Socket Mobile data collection peripheral into any open Windows program on the SoMo It works with both plug in and cordless data collection products from Socket Mobile SocketScan Connect Agent simplifies Bluetooth by automatically setting up and managing the wireless connection between the SoMo 650 and a Socket Mobile 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 Mobile 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 Serial Utilities report the COM port assigned to your Socket Mobile Serial I O Card If you have a high speed Serial I O Card t
29. ment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC Caution Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment 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 52 interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation lt IMPORTANT RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT THIS EQUIPMENT COMPLIES WITH FCC RADIATION EXPOSURE LIMITS SET FORTH FOR AN UNCONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT END USERS MUST FOLLOW THE SPECIFIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SATISFYING RF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE TO MAINTAIN COMPLIANCE WITH FCC RF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS PLEASE FOLLOW OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS AS DOCUMENTED IN THIS MANUAL This PDA has been tested and demonstrated compliance when Bluetooth and WLAN are transmitting simultaneously This PDA mu
30. n software sends data from your Socket Mobile Cordless Hand Scanner Series 7 or Cordless Ring Scanner Series 9 into any application running on the SoMo 650 This lets you use Socket Mobile data collection peripherals without having to program custom applications The software comes pre loaded on the SoMo 650 Connect Agent software makes Bluetooth easy to use by automatically setting up and managing the connection between your CHS or CRS and the SoMo 650 ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION This chapter covers basic instructions for using SocketScan and Connect Agent on the SoMo 650 with a Socket Mobile cordless bar code scanner For detailed instructions please refer to the User s Guide available in the CD and online at www socketmobile com support downloads datacollection USEFUL LINKS Download software updates from www socketmobile com support downloads datacollection To check which version of SocketScan or Connect Agent is installed in your SoMo in the main screen of Wi Fi Companion tap About 30 socketScan Icons The icon indicates whether SocketScan is connected to your Socket Mobile cordless bar code scanner and 1s ready to read data The icon appears at the bottom of the Today screen No Socket Mobile data collection device detected Ready to scan bar codes with the Cordless Hand Scanner Ready to scan bar codes with the Cordless Ring Scanner CHAPTER 5 SOCKETSCAN AND CONNECT AGENT 31 STEP 1 PREPARE THE SC
31. s to the SOFTWARE are as provided in clause 52 227 19 of the FAR CONTROLLING LAW AND SEVERABILITY This License shall be governed by the laws of the United States and the State of California If for any reason a court of competent jurisdiction finds any provision or portion thereof to be unenforceable the remainder of this License shall continue in full force and effect 91 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE FCC Part 15 Class B CE EN RoHS and WEEE compliant Electrical Safety EN60950 UL CUL EMI RFI Wi Fi Alliance Certification Bluetooth Certification BQB test Bluetooth QD ID B012762 USB IF Test Microsoft Windows Mobile 5 0 Logo Test Certification EU International EN301 489 1 17 EN61000 4 2 1995 ESD 8kV air 4kV contact EN61000 4 3 1997 radiated Immunity 3V m EN61000 4 4 1995 EFT 0 5kV EN61000 4 5 1995 Surge 0 5 EN61000 4 6 1 FCC Interference Statement USA 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 This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equip
32. software If at any time you would like to restart this setup program simply re insert the CD into the CD ROM drive CHAPTER 2 GETTING STARTED 15 STEP 5 CONNECT THE SOMO TO THE COMPUTER Plug the USB synchronization cable into the connector on the bottom of your SoMo 650 Plug the other end of the USB synchronization cable into a suitable USB port on your computer it 1s recommended that you also connect the AC adapter to computer USB port Z NOTE You can also charge your SoMo 650 in its cradle if included with your version of the device The cradle has a connector for the USB synchronization cable and DC in at the back as well as two USB ports which can be used for USB devices such as a keyboard or mouse 16 STEP 6 SET UP YOUR ACTIVESYNC PARTNERSHIP 2 NOTE For computers running Windows Vista the Windows Mobile Device Center will appear instead 1 When you connect your SoMo 650 to your computer for the first time New Partnership Set Up a Partnership This wizard helps you establish a partnership between your mobile device and this computer You can set up either standard partnership to synchronize data between your device and this computer or guest partnership to simply transfer data between your device and this computer What kind of partnership would you like to establish between your device and this computer Standard partnership want to synchronize data between my device
33. st not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter For body worn operation this device has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with the Socket Mobile accessories supplied or designated for this product Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines Industry Canada Statement This device complies with RSS 210 of the Industry Canada Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation L IMPORTANT RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT THIS EQUIPMENT COMPLIES WITH IC RADIATION EXPOSURE LIMITS SET FORTH FOR AN UNCONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT END USERS MUST FOLLOW THE SPECIFIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SATISFYING RF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE TO MAINTAIN COMPLIANCE WITH IC RF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS PLEASE FOLLOW OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS AS DOCUMENTED IN THIS MANUAL 53 European Union Notice Radio products with the CE marking comply with the R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC and the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC issued by the Commission of the European Community Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms e EN 60950 Product Safety e EN 300 328 Technical requirement for radio equipment e
34. submit an online request for technical support e Afterwards you can log in anytime to monitor the status of your request e If we are unable to resolve your support inquiry online we can arrange for a technical support representative to call you at a specific time 48 LIMITED WARRANTY Socket Communications 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 EXCLUDES Consumables such as batteries cables cases straps and chargers 90 day coverage only An extended warranty is available separately for the SoMo For more information please visit www socketmobile com support Incompatibility is not a defect covered by Socket s warranty During the warranty period Socket will at its option repair or replace the defective product at no charge when furnished with proof of retail purchase provided that you deliver the product to Socket or to an authorized Socket Service Center The returned product must be accompanied by a return material authorization RMA number issued by Socket or by Socket s Authorized Service Center If you ship the product you must use the original container or equivalent and you must pay the shipping charges to Socket Socket will pay surface shipping charges back to any location in the contiguous United States This warranty applies only to the original retail purchaser and is not transferable
35. to quickly perform a variety of networking tasks For advanced users the software also offers advanced diagnostic tools and connection statistics Eka papari 00 00 48 Doha Balla Del be Wi Fi Companion comes pre loaded on the SoMo 650 providing you the best user experience with the mobile computer s built in Wi Fi radio ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION This chapter covers basic instructions for using Wi Fi Companion on the SoMo 650 For detailed instructions please refer to the User s Guide available in the CD and online at www socketmobile com support downloads wi fi wi fi companion USEFUL LINKS Download software updates from www socketmobile com support downloads wi fi wi fi companion To check which version of Wi Fi Companion is installed in your SoMo in the main screen of Wi Fi Companion tap About For information about Enhanced Wi Fi Companion e WFC which offers advanced business security and is Cisco Compatible Extensions CCX 4 0 certified please visit www socketmobile com products software enhanced wi fi companion 22 TURNING ON THE WI FI RADIO Wi Fi Companion automatically launches after you turn on the Wi Fi radio 1 Open the Radio Manager Press the button on the right side of the SoMo 650 Alternatively you can tap on the W1 Fi and Bluetooth status line in the Today screen Start eye Gam i Monday 2 09 February 26 2007 oy Wi Fi Off Off O
36. utlook E mail 67 Unread 1 Active task sss Device unlocked Tap here to sign in to Pocket MSN Calendar 2 In the Radio Manager an x will appear on the Wi Fi button to indicate that the Wi Fi radio 1s off Tap on the button to turn on the radio The x will disappear Radio Manager eye 2 12 ok Q Bluetooth By irs Disable Flight Mode CHAPTER 4 WI FI COMPANION 23 3 The Wi Fi status icon will appear at the top of the screen The icon varies based on your connection status Tap on the icon to view the main screen of Wi Fi Companion To view the different versions of the icon please refer to the chart on the next page Radio Manager s 1 47 Dk Bluetooth TA 4 Enable Flight Mode 2 NOTE If you tap Enable Flight Mode the Bluetooth and Wi Fi radios Radio Manager will remember which wireless radio s were running so when you later tap Disable Flight Mode the same one s will turn on again 24 MAIN SCREEN OF WI FI COMPANION The screen content varies depending on your connection status Your device properties e Device name e IP address e Packets sent and received The icon always appears regardless of connection status Tap to view more IP addresses or access the Radio Manager Encryption status Tap to access a certificate management utility for WPA or 802 1x if needed Wi Fi status icon Tap to a
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