Socket CHS Barcode Scanner - Set up

The Socket CX2870-1409 Barcode Scanner connects to the iPad via bluetooth and uses rechargeable batteries. The scanner can read manufacturer bar codes and bar codes created through talech.

Jump to:

• Setting up the scanner
• Connecting the scanner
• Unpairing the scanner

Setting up the scanner

1. Unlock the battery enclosure by turning the lock to a horizontal position with a thin coin.
2. Insert the batteries that came with the scanner and lock the battery enclosure.
3. Charge the scanner for 5 hours with the wall adapter charger. The light on the scanner will turn green once its done.

Connecting the scanner:

1. Power the scanner on by holding the small power button above the scanner's silver logo.
2. In the iPad’s bluetooth settings, look for Socket CHS ###### under Other Devices and tap on it.
3. Once the device says connected, open the register app and scan a bar code to make sure the device is working. 

Unpairing the scanner:

1. While the scanner is powered on, hold down the Power button and Scan Trigger at the same time. The scanner should beep 4 times and turn off.
2. Go to the iPad's bluetooth settings and look for look for Socket CHS ######. It should say Not Connected.
3. To the right of Not Connected, there should be a blue circle with an i. Tap on it and select Forget this Device.

For a brief 2-page overview of the Socket Scanner, click on the attachment link below.