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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Contents
Getting Started
Read Me First..................................................
Names and Functions of Parts ........................
First-time Operation ......................................
• Read Me First
• Key Combinations
Operation
Starting Up/Shutting Down ............................
Operating in Tablet Mode ..............................
Reference Manual .........................................
Useful Information .........................................
• Tablet Buttons
• Touchscreen
• Software keyboard
• Panasonic Hand Writing
• Display Rotation
• Standby/Hibernation
Functions
• Security Measures
• Computing on the Road
• Battery Power
Troubleshooting
List of Error Codes ........................................
Reinstalling Software ....................................
• Technical Information
• DMI Viewer
• List of Error Codes
Appendix
LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT ........
Hard Disk Backup Function .............................
Hard Disk Data Erase Utility ..........................
Specifications ................................................
LIMITED WARRANTY ...................................
Personal Computer
CF-18
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• LED Indicators
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• PC Cards
• RAM Module
• Port Replicator
• External Display
• USB Devices
• Modem
• LAN
• Hard Disk Drive
• Setup Utility
• Icon Enlarger
Reference Manual
• Dealing with Problems
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
• PC Cards • Touch Pad • RAM Module • Touchscreen • Port Replicator • Software keyboard • External Display • Panasonic Hand Writing • USB Devices • Display Rotation • Modem • Standby/Hibernation • LAN Functions • Wireless LAN •... - Page 2 * For the Model No., insert the 12 digit number (for example, CF-18DHAZXKM) located on the bottom of the computer. Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic computer. Read the operating instructions thoroughly for proper operation of your new computer. Illustrations and Terminology in this Manual NOTE: NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information.
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Page 3: Read Me First
Part 68 compliant. from that to which the receiver is connected. See Installation Instructions for details. Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced ra- 3. The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which dio/TV technician for help. - Page 4 Read Me First 10.According to the FCC’s electrical safety advisory, we recom- Notice for the products using LCD mend that you may install an AC surge arrestor in the AC out- This product uses one or more fluorescent lamps containing a let to which this equipment is connected.
- Page 5 For Europe Declaration of Conformity (DoC) “Hereby, we and Panasonic Service Europe GmbH (PSE), declares that this Personal Computer is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC.” Hint: If you want to get a copy of the original DoC of our products which relates to the R&TTE, please contact to our web address: http://doc.panasonic-tc.de...
- Page 6 Read Me First Important Safety Instructions / Importantes Mesures De Sécurité When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precau- Certaines mesures de sécurité doivent être prises pendant tions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, elec- l’utilisation de matérial téléphonique afin de réduire les risques tric shock and injury to persons, including the following: d’incendie, de choc électrique et de blessures.
- Page 7 Lithium Battery Pile au lithium! Lithium Battery! Le micro-ordinateur renferme une pile au lithium qui permet de This computer contains a lithium battery to enable the date, time, sauvegarder certaines données comme la date et l’heure and other data to be stored. The battery should only be exchanged notamment.
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Page 8: Names And Functions Of Parts
Names and Functions of Parts The illustrations shown may differ from the actual physical appearances. Wireless LAN Antenna Stylus ( page 21) “Wireless LAN”) Keyboard LED Indicators “LED Indicators”) Caps Lock Numeric Key (NumLk) page 21) Scroll Lock (ScrLk) Hard disk drive status Function Keys Battery pack status For information on the key com-... - Page 9 External Display Port “External Display”) Security Lock LOCK A cable can be connected to prevent theft Serial Port of your computer. For more informa- Use this port to a serial mouse or serial tion, read the manual provided with the communication devices.
- Page 10 Names and Functions of Parts External Antenna Connectors The external antenna connector is for use as Expansion Bus Connector an extension in the future. “Port Replicator”) CAUTION FCC RF Exposure Warning: This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
- Page 11 Using the Tether The tether can be attached to the bottom right or bottom left corner of the display. It prevents the stylus (included) from falling accidentally. Attaching the Tether Tether CAUTION When closing the display, be careful not to catch the tether between the display and main part of the computer.
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Page 12: First-Time Operation
Confirm the inclusion of all parts. Make sure the parts shown in the figure have been supplied. If any of these items are missing or are not working properly, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Battery Pack ..1 AC adaptor ..1 AC Cord ....1... - Page 13 DC-IN Jack Connect your computer to a power outlet. DC IN 16 V CAUTION Be sure the AC adaptor is connected until completing the first-time use operation. When using the computer for the first time, do not connect any peripheral de- vice except the battery pack and AC adaptor to the computer.
- Page 14 First-time Operation 5 Enter your computer name and administrator password and then select [Next]. CAUTION Remember this password! If the password is forgotten, Windows cannot be operated. Enter the correct date, time and time zone, then select [Next]. The computer will restart. NOTE It will take some time before the computer restarts and the screen of step 7 is displayed.
- Page 15 If the characters or icons on the screen are too small and difficult to see, after complet- ing step 9 , select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic], and select [Icon Enlarger]. This will allow you to magnify the display of characters and icons on the screen.
- Page 16 First-time Operation Information for Windows XP Depending on the Windows settings, installed applications, and drivers, menus and other displays may differ, or some functions (such as use of the password reset disk) may be inoperable. Check with your system administrator for details. You can select Classic view for the Control Panel or select the Classic Start menu.
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Page 17: Starting Up/Shutting Down
CPU from overheating. Should this happen, allow the computer to cool down then switch the power on again. If the computer still does not power on, contact Panasonic Technical Support. NOTE When the power is turned on, sometimes the message “Warming up the sys- tem. - Page 18 Starting Up/Shutting Down Log on to Windows. After confirming that the hard disk drive indicator ( ) has turned off, select the user and input the password, then select . Until the correct password entered, the com- puter will not operate. Select your application.
- Page 19 Shutting Down (power off your computer) Save important data and close each application. Select [start] - [Turn Off Computer]. Select [Turn Off]. Your computer will power off automatically. Restarting your computer (without shutting down) Select [Restart]. To shut down using the keyboard; Press , U , and select [Turn Off] with U .
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Page 20: Touch Pad (Basic Operation)
Touch Pad (Basic Operation) Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display and perform normal computer operations. Work Surface For instructions on how to operate, refer to “Touch Pad”. Function Touch Pad Operation Moving the Cursor Move the tip of your finger lightly over the surface. -
Page 21: Touchscreen (Basic Operation)
Touchscreen (Basic Operation) Your computer is equipped with a touchscreen function allowing you to perform the same opera- tions as the touch pad or mouse by touching the surface of the display with the stylus (included). (The following explanation gives one example (for the default settings).) The operation settings can be changed. -
Page 22: Operating In Tablet Mode
Operating in Tablet Mode In addition to being used as a regular notebook computer (Laptop mode), this computer can also be operated in Tablet mode. Simply turn the display around 180°, and close the computer with the display facing up. In Tablet mode, the computer can be operated using the touch- screen ( page 21), the software keyboard and the tablet buttons ( “Tablet But-... - Page 23 (included). For detailed information,, refer to “Software Keyboard”. NOTE You can also start up the software keyboard using the following procedure. Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Software Keyboard]. When using the touchscreen function, use only the stylus included with the computer.
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Page 24: Reference Manual
Important Tips can also be accessed from the following menu. Select [Important Tips] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals] When the Reference Manual or Important Tips is started up for the first time, the License Agreement of the Acrobat Reader may be displayed. -
Page 25: Useful Information
Useful Information Usage Environment Environment In use: Temperature: 5 °C to 35 °C {41 °F to 95 °F} Humidity : 30% to 80% RH (No condensation) Not in use: Temperature: -20 °C to 60 °C {-4 °F to 140 °F} Humidity : 30% to 90% RH (No condensation) NOTE... -
Page 26: Touch Pad
If the Protective Film becomes dirty or damaged, it may be time to replace your Protective Film. The Protective Film is a disposable item. To find out the model number of your Protec- tive Film, contact Panasonic Technical Support. (For more information, refer to the “Operat- ing Instructions” that come with the Protective Film.) -
Page 27: Wireless Lan
You can use the latest patches and service packs for Windows with the following menus. Do not apply “Driver Updates” even if a message to update a driver appears. If a driver update is required, contact to Panasonic Technical Support. [start] - [All programs] - [Windows Update]... -
Page 28: List Of Error Codes
When turning on the computer, if one of the following error codes or messages is displayed, follow the instructions shown below. If the problem persists, or if the error code or message displayed is not shown here, contact Panasonic Technical Support. -
Page 29: Dealing With Problems (Summary)
When a problem occurs, refer to this page. The “Reference Manual” also contains detailed information. If a problem appears to be related to a software application, read the software related manual. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact Panasonic Technical Support. - Page 30 Windows Advanced Options Menu is displayed. Start the computer in Safe Mode, and confirm the details of the error. When [Password on boot] is set to [Enable], [Enter Password] appears after the [Panasonic] boot screen disappears. Hold down F8 soon after inputting the password and pressing Enter .
- Page 31 The red indicator blinks connect the AC adaptor, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Possible failure in the battery pack or charging circuit. Battery cannot be recharged temporarily because the internal temperature of the battery The orange indicator blinks pack is outside of the acceptable temperature range for recharging.
- Page 32 Dealing with Problems (Summary) Touch Pad / Touchscreen If you are using an external mouse, ensure that the external mouse has been connected The cursor cannot be con- correctly. trolled properly Restart the computer by using the keyboard (Press , U , and select [Restart] with R ).
- Page 33 Fast User Switching Function When switching to a different user with the Fast User Switching function, the following Some applications may not problems may occur. work properly • Some applications may not work properly. • Key combinations with the Fn key may not work. •...
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Page 34: Reinstalling Software
8 Press 1 to select [1. Yes, I agree to the provisions above the USB port. and wish to continue!]. This screen should appear. 2 Turn the computer on, and press F2 while [Panasonic] --------------------------------------------------------------------- boot screen is displayed. Select a number The Setup Utility will start up. - Page 35 ---------------------------------------------------------------- 12 Remove the CD/DVD Drive. 13 Turn on the computer, and press F2 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. The Setup Utility will start up. If the password has been set, enter the Supervisor Password.
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Page 36: Limited Use License Agreement
LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT ® THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM(S) ("PROGRAMS") FURNISHED WITH THIS PANASONIC PRODUCT ("PRODUCT") ARE LICENSED ONLY TO THE END-USER ("YOU"), AND MAY BE USED BY YOU ONL Y IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LICENSE TERMS DESCRIBED BELOW. YOUR USE OF THE PROGRAMS SHALL BE CONCLUSIVELY DEEMED TO CONSTITUTE YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE. - Page 37 Contrat de licence d'usage limité Le(s) logiciel(s) (les "Logiciels") fournis avec ce produit Panasonic ® (le "Produit") sont exclusivement concédés en licence à l'utilisateur ultime ("vous"), et ils ne peuvent être utilisés que conformément aux clauses contractuelles ci- dessous. En utilisant les logiciels, vous vous engagez de manière définitive à respecter les termes, clauses et condi- tions des présentes.
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Page 38: Hard Disk Backup Function
Preparing Product Recovery CD-ROM (included) Panasonic USB CD/DVD drive (optional: CF-VDRRT1M or CF-VDRRT2W ) Before Using a Hard Disk Backup Function Disconnect or remove all peripheral devices (except for the CD/DVD drive), as the backup area may not be created properly while these devices are connected. - Page 39 Create a Backup Area 1 Turn off the computer and connect the CD/DVD drive to the USB port. 2 Turn on the computer, and press F2 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. The Setup Utility will then start. If a password has been set, enter the Supervisor Password. You cannot register [Boot] menu with a User Password.
- Page 40 1 Turn the computer on, and press F2 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. The Setup Utility will start up. If a password has been set, enter the Supervisor Password or the User Password.
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3 Select the operation to be executed from the menu.
1 Press 1 to execute [1. [Backup]]. (When dividing the hard disk into two partitions, select the backup method at next screen.) 2 At the confirmation message, press Y . -
Page 42: Hard Disk Data Erase Utility
Preparing Product Recovery CD-ROM (included) Panasonic USB CD/DVD drive (optional: USB CD/DVD drive (optional: CF-VDRRT1M or CF-VDRRT2W ) NOTE Be sure the AC adaptor is connected until the procedure is completed. -
Page 43: Specifications
Specifications Main Specifications Model No. CF-18DHAZXKM ® Intel Pentium M processor 1.1 GHz ULV L2 (Second) Cache Memory 1 MB* Memory 256 MB* (768 MB* Max.) Video Memory UMA (64 MB* Max.)* Type 10.4 type (TFT) Displayed Colors* 65536/Approx. 16,000,000 colors (800 x 600 dots/1024 x 768 dots) External Display 65536/Approx. - Page 44 XP Professional with Service Pack1a (NTFS File System) Utility Programs Setup Utility DMI Viewer ® ® Adobe Acrobat Reader Panasonic Hand Writing Software Keyboard Display Rotation Tool PC Information Viewer Hard Disk Backup Utility* Hard Disk Data Erase Utility* ® Intel PROSet Icon Enlarger The Product Recovery CD-ROM is required.
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Page 45: Limited Warranty
God. In addition, Panasonic shall have no obligation for any defects in the disk(s) or other media if you have modified, or attempted to modify any Program. - Page 46 No Coverage – This limited warranty does not apply if the disk(s) or other media has been used in other than a Panasonic product, or in environmen- tal conditions other than those specified by PCI or the manufacturer, or if subjected to misuse, neglect, mishandling, modification or attempted modification of the program, or if damaged by accident or act of God.
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