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      Adding a Barcode Reader
      • 10 Jan 2024
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      Adding a Barcode Reader

      • Updated on 10 Jan 2024
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      Accessing the Settings

      Please note
      The Socket s700 is not supported for use with the Helcim Workstation App. If you would like to connect the Socket s700, you would need to connect via Smartphone or tablet device on the Helcim App.


      If you would like to use a barcode reader with an iOS or Android device, you can add the barcode reader under your account settings and Local Peripherals. To access these settings click on the Hamburger Menu Icon in the bottom right-hand corner of your screen, then click on the Settings Icon.

      account settings and local peripherals

      Next, select Settings from the menu.
      settings menu


      From the settings menu on the bottom right corner of the screen, select Settings

      settings

      settings


      Then select Peripheral Settings and Barcode Scanners. 

      peripheral settings

      You are now able to add a Barcode Reader by connecting it through Bluetooth.

      Socket s700 Barcode Scanner

      You can use the Socket s700 Barcode Scanner to help you quickly process customer orders at your checkout when using an iOS or Android device. To begin, use the Barcode Scanner to scan the command barcode below that is associated with your device. This barcode will help your Socket s700 prepare to pair with your iOS or Android device.

      • iOS: If you are using an Apple iPad, you would scan the Application Mode (MFi-SPP) for Apple iOS devices.
      • Android: If you are using an Android device, you will need to install the Socket Companion app before you sync the barcode scanner with the Helcim Payments app. You can view and download the app here.

      Note
      For Android, it is required that you have the companion app running, in order for the socket scanner to function correctly! 



      application modes


      After scanning the barcode the Socket s700 the device will become discoverable by your device. Your barcode scanner may beep a few times and then it will be ready to pair to your device. You can now navigate to the Bluetooth settings on your device to pair the barcode reader to your iOS or Android device.

      Troubleshooting
      If you're having trouble scanning the barcodes in this article, or you want to view the full list of barcode commands, you can access the complete Socket s700 Barcode Scanner manual here. Please note that the Socket s700 is not supported for use with the Helcim Workstation App for MacOS.


      Barcode Reader Settings

      You can adjust the Barcode Reader settings in the Helcim Payments app. Click on the Settings Icon to access the app settings, then under Local Peripherals select Barcode Reader to change your preferences. Toggle the radio buttons On or Off depending on if you want the scanner to beep, vibrate, or remain silent each time you scan an item.


      barcode scanners


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