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ETUP FOR THE
S
O
M
O
650
This chapter explains how to install and use the Socket
Bluetooth
Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) with the SoMo 650
or SoMo 650Rx handheld computer.
Before you begin the instructions in this chapter, make
sure you have installed the batteries (and tether, if
desired), and charged the scanner, as described in Chapter
2, “Hardware Preparation.”
C
ONNECTION
O
PTIONS
For Windows-based computers, the Socket
Bluetooth
CHS
offers three different connection options to fit different
work environments.
Scenario How
the
Bluetooth
Connection Initiates
Pros/Cons Compatible
Hardware/
Scenario 1
: Single user
with one scanner per
SoMo, no roaming.
SoMo initiates the
connection through
Bluetooth
software.
Easiest to configure
but requires user to
start connection
through software.
Any version
of
Bluetooth
CHS
Scenario 2
: Enterprise
deployment with one
scanner per SoMo, no
roaming.
Scanner initiates the
connection automatically
when it is powered on.
(ActivePairing with
Permanent Pair)
More complex to
configure but
easiest connection
method.
Scenario 3
: Enterprise
deployment with
scanner(s) roaming
between different SoMo
devices.
Scanner initiates the
connection by reading a
special barcode.
(ActivePairing)
Easy to connect but
requires barcode
generating
software.
Part Number
(labeled in
battery
compartment)
8550-00037
or later
IMPORTANT! REMEMBER THE NUMBER OF THE SCENARIO YOU WANT TO
SET UP THE SOFTWARE FOR!
