® Personal Computer OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Model No. CF-18 Series Getting Started Read Me First.................................................. 3 First-time Operation ........................................ 9 2000 XP Reference Manual • Read Me First • Key Combinations • LED Indicators Getting Started Contents Starting Up/Shutting Down ............................ 15 Touch Pad (Basic Operation) ............................. 19 Touchscreen (Basic Operation) ..........................
Customer's Record Model No.* Dealer's Name Serial No. or Code No. Dealer's Address Getting Started Date of Purchase * For the Model No., insert the 12 digit number (for example, CF-18BHKZXDM) 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.
Read Me First 10.According to the FCC’s electrical safety advisory, we recommend that you may install an AC surge arrestor in the AC outlet to which this equipment is connected. Telephone companies report that electrical surges, typically lightning transients, are very destructive to customer terminal equipment connected to AC power sources and that this is a major nationwide problem. Getting Started “Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No.26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: 1.Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool. 2.Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. 3.
Read Me First Lithium Battery Lithium Battery! This computer contains a lithium battery to enable the date, time, and other data to be stored. The battery should only be exchanged by authorized service personnel. Warning! A risk of explosion from incorrect installation or misapplication may possibly occur. Pile au lithium! Le micro-ordinateur renferme une pile au lithium qui permet de sauvegarder certaines données comme la date et l’heure notamment.
When Using Peripheral Devices Saving Data on the Hard Disk Do not expose your computer to shock. Use care when handling your computer, shock may damage your hard disk or make your software applications and data unusable. Do not power down your computer while software applications are running or hard disk drive indicator ( ) is on. Properly shut Windows* down to avoid problems. Save all valuable data to disks.
Read Me First Usage Environment Environment Place the computer on a flat stable surface. Do not place the computer upright or allow it to tip over. When the computer receives extremely strong shock after falling, the hard disk or floppy disk drive, etc., may become inoperable.
First-time Operation Read the steps below to help you learn what parts are included, and to gain an understanding of some basic computer-related operations. 1 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 is not working properly, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Battery Pack ........1 AC Cord ...............1 Model No :CF-VZSU30 Model No : CF-AA1623A Modem Telephone Cable ...................... 1 Stylus ........
First-time Operation 4 Connect your computer to a power outlet. DC-IN Jack DC IN 16.0 V CAUTION Be sure the AC adaptor is connected until completing Step 7 on page 11 - 12. When using the computer for the first time, do not connect any peripheral device except the battery pack and AC adaptor to the computer. Getting Started Handling the AC adaptor Do not twist or pull the AC power cord forcefully. Doing so may damage the connections. Use only the specified AC adaptor with your computer.
7 Setup Windows. Moving the cursor ( ) or clicking buttons can be performed with the touch pad ( page 19). Windows 2000 CAUTION 1 At [Welcome to the Windows 2000 Setup Wizard], select [Next]. 2 After reading the agreement, select [I accept this agreement] or [I don’t accept this agreement], then select [Next]. NOTE If [I don’t accept this agreement] is selected, the Windows setup will be aborted. 3 Select settings for your region, then select [Next].
First-time Operation Windows XP CAUTION Do not press any keys or touch the touch pad until [Windows XP Professional Setup] is displayed. 1 At [Welcome to the Windows XP Setup Wizard], select [Next]. 2 After reading the agreement, select [I accept this agreement] or [I don’t accept this agreement], then select [Next]. Getting Started NOTE If [I don’t accept this agreement] is selected, the Windows setup will be aborted. 3 Select settings for your region, then select [Next].
Create BACKUP Disks for Reinstallation To create backup disks, the USB floppy disk drive (optional: CF-VFDU03) and formatted 2HD floppy disks are needed. 1 Connect the USB floppy disk drive to your computer. NOTE The floppy disk drive must be the A drive. 2 Prepare 2HD floppy disks and make sure they are not in the write-protected state, and then set it. Windows 2000 Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Create Backup Disk] and follow the on-screen instructions.
First-time Operation Information for Windows XP 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. Getting Started You can select Classic view for the Control Panel or select the Classic Start menu. You can also change the way a user logs on or off.
Starting Up/Shutting Down Starting Up Latch B 2 1 Latch A 1 Open the display. 1 Pull up on the latch A and release the latch B. 2 Lift open the display. 2 Turn your computer on. Slide the power switch and hold it for approximately one second until the power indicator turns on before releasing it. Power Switch Power indicator While booting, avoid the following until the hard disk drive indicator ( ) has turned off. • Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor.
Starting Up/Shutting Down If [Enter Password] is displayed, Enter your password*1 and press Enter .( Enter Password [ ] “Security Measures”) The correct password Will Start Three incorrect attempts or No password for about a minute*2 Will Not Start (Power off) *1 Supervisor Password or User Password set in the Setup Utility (not the Windows password). *2 Even if no password is entered for about a minute when starting up the Setup Utility, the power will not be turned off.
Shutting Down (power off your computer) This procedure is for shutting down the computer without using the standby or hibernation function ( “Standby/Hibernation Functions”). 1 Save important data and close each application. 2 Windows 2000 Select [Start] - [Shut Down]. Windows XP Select [Start] - [Turn Off Computer]. Windows 2000 Select [Shut down], then select [OK]. Windows XP Select [Turn Off]. Your computer will power off automatically.
Starting Up/Shutting Down 4 Close the display. 1 1 Close the display. 2 Pull up on the latch A. 2 Latch A 3 Position the latch B on the display side, then bring the latch A down to fix the Latch B display in place.
Touch Pad (Basic Operation) Work Surface Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display and perform normal computer operations. For instructions on how to operate, “Touch Pad (Advanced)”. Function Operation Moving the Cursor Move the tip of your finger lightly over the surface.
Touchscreen (Basic Operation) Your computer is equipped with a touchscreen function allowing you to perform the same operations 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. For detailed information, “Touchscreen (Advanced)”.
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 touchpage 20), the software keyboard and the tablet buttons ( “Tablet Butscreen ( tons”), instead of the internal keyboard and the touch pad. Set the computer in Tablet mode using the following procedure.
Operating in Tablet Mode Changing the Display Settings Stylus To rotate the display until the display is set at the angle Press the rotation button that is most comfortable for you. For detailed information, “Display Rotation” NOTE Tablet Buttons LCD brightness control Input Panel Enter Rotation Security You can set the computer so that the display automatically rotates to your preferred angle when changing from Laptop Mode to Tablet Mode or vice versa.
Reference Manual The Reference Manual and the Important Tips can be accessed on your computer. When a printer is connected, these manuals can also be printed. The Reference Manual explains functions for you to make greater use of the computer, such as how to add peripheral devices, how the Setup Utility works, and other useful information. (Refer to the cover of this manual for a list of the main contents included.
List of Error Codes Troubleshooting The following is a list of the messages that BIOS can display. Most of them occur during POST. Some of them display information about a hardware device, e.g., the amount of memory installed. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the way it has been configured. Following the list are explanations of the messages and remedies for reported problems.
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.
Dealing with Problems (Summary) Starting Up (continued) When the administrator password is forgotten When the previous item is not the cause Windows 2000 After reinstalling, setup Windows and then set the password again. Windows XP If you have created a password reset disk ( page 14), a message is displayed when you fail to correctly enter the password. Follow the message’s instructions and set the password again by using the password reset disk.
Display (continued) The cursor does not move in scrolling area of the touch pad An afterimage appears (e.g.
Dealing with Problems (Summary) Reference Manual The Reference Manual is not displayed Is Acrobat Reader installed? If Acrobat Reader is not installed, run [c:\util\reader\acroreader51_enu_full.exe] in [Start] [Run] to reinstall the program. When installing the program, do not change the installation destination folder. If the destination folder is changed, the Reference Manual cannot be opened from the [Start] menu.
Reinstalling Software When reinstall procedure is performed, the contents of the hard disk will be erased. Be sure to back up any critical data that is on your hard disk before running the reinstall procedure. The reinstall procedure will return the computer to its original condition. • If you have created partitions for data, the data may be erased or become corrupt as a result of the reinstall procedure.
Reinstalling Software 8 Select [1. Yes, I agree to the provisions above and wish to continue!]. This screen should appear. Windows 2000 --------------------------------------------------------------------Select a number --------------------------------------------------------------------1. Restore Windows(R) 2000 Professional to the whole HDD. 2. Make two partitions, for the operating system and data. And restore Windows(R) 2000 Professional to the operating system partition.
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Hard Disk Data Erase Utility This computer is equipped with a utility for erasing hard disk data. When disposing of or transferring ownership of this device, erase all data on the hard disk in order to prevent the theft of hard disk data following the steps below. The hard disk data erase utility erases data using an “overwriting” method, but there is a possibility that due to malfunctions or other operational errors, data may not be completely erased.
Names and Functions of Parts Stylus ( page 20) Wireless LAN Antenna ( Keyboard “Wireless LAN”) LED Indicators ( “LED Indicators”) Caps Lock Numeric Key (NumLk) Scroll Lock (ScrLk) Hard disk drive status Battery pack status Power status LCD ( page 20) Function Keys For information on the key combinations available. ( “Key Combinations”) Power Switch Before using the computer for the first time, carefully read the [LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT]. If you agree to the conditions, remove the seal.
Security Lock LOCK A cable can be connected to prevent theft of your computer. For more information, read the manual provided with the cable. Headphone Jack Use this jack to connect headphones or amplifier-equipped speakers. Audio output from the internal speaker is disabled when headphones or external speakers are connected. Modem ( LAN Microphone Jack Use only a monaural condenser microphone (miniature jack).
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LIMITED WARRANTY For U.S.A. PANASONIC PERSONAL COMPUTER AND PERIPHERALS LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Computer Solutions Company (referred to as “Panasonic”) will repair this product (other than software, which is covered by a separate warranty) with new or rebuilt parts, free of charge in the U.S.A. for three (3) years from the date of original purchase in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship.
For Canada PANASONIC COMPUTER AND PERIPHERALS LIMITED WARRANTY Coverage – Panasonic Canada Inc. (“PCI”) warrants to you, the first end user customer, this computer product (excluding software media), when purchased from PCI or from a PCI authorized reseller, to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use, subject to the terms set forth below, during the period of warranty coverage specified.
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Outline of the International ENERGY STAR® Office Equipment Program The international ENERGY STAR® Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and other office equipment.