OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Personal Computer Useful Information On-screen Manual .............................29 Reinstalling Software .........................32 Handling and Maintenance ................30 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting (Basic) .....................36 Appendix LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT ..44 LIMITED WARRANTY .......................52 Specifications ....................................48 For further information about the computer, you can refer to the on-screen manual.
Introduction Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic computer. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. In these instructions, the names are referred as follows. Getting Started “Windows Vista® Business” as “Windows” or “Windows Vista” “Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional Service Pack 2 with Advanced Security Technologies” as “Windows”, “Windows XP” Terms and illustrations in these instructions : Page in these Operating Instructions or in the Reference Manual.
Copyright This manual is copyrighted by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. with all rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. © 2008 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Getting Started Disclaimer Computer specifications and manuals are subject to change without notice.
Read Me First Getting Started Models for U.S.A. Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
25-M-W-1 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Read Me First To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that required for successful communication. 25-Ca-1-1 Getting Started Information to the User This product and your Health This product, like other radio devices, emits radio frequency electromagnetic energy.
Ce produit et votre santé Ce produit et votre santé Ce produit, comme tout autre appareil radio, émet de l’énergie radioélectrique. Toutefois, la quantité d’énergie émise par ce produit est beaucoup moins importante que l’énergie radioélectrique émise par des appareils sans fil tels que les téléphones portables.
Read Me First Getting Started When in a hospital or other health care facility, observe the restrictions on the use of mobiles. Switch Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating wireless WAN modem off, if instructed to do so by the guidelines posted in sensitive areas. Medical equipment may be sensitive to RF energy.
IMPORTANT! Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating wireless WAN modem operate using radio signals and cellular networks cannot be guaranteed to connect in all conditions. Therefore, you should never rely solely upon any wireless device for essential communications, for example emergency calls. Remember, in order to make or receive calls, Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating wireless WAN modem must be switched on and in a service area with adequate cellular signal strength.
Read Me First Getting Started For Used in Motor Vehicle /Pour L’utilisation Dans Un Véhicule Motorisé Warning: Notebook Computer may be installed in a motor vehicle and visible to the driver only if used to support vehicle related functions such as vehicle information, system control, rear or side observation and navigation.
Precautions *2 AIRCRAFT COCKPIT EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS include Class2 Electrical Flight Bag (EFB) Systems and Class1 EFB Systems when used during critical phases of flight (e.g., during take-off and landing) and/or mounted on to the aircraft. Class1 EFB Systems and 2 EFB Systems are defined by FAA: AC (Advisory Circular) 120-76A or JAA: JAA TGL (Temporary Guidance Leaflets) No.36. Panasonic cannot guarantee any specifications, technologies, reliability, safety (e.g.
Getting Started Read Me First Do Not Do Anything That May Damage the AC Cord, the AC Plug, or the AC Adaptor Do not damage or modify the cord, place it near hot tools, bend, twist, or pull it forcefully, place heavy objects on it, or bundle it tightly. Continuing to use a damaged cord may result in fire, short circuit, or electric shock. Do Not Pull or Insert the AC Plug If Your Hands Are Wet Electric shock may result.
This Product for a Long Period of Time Using this product with exposing the skin to the heat source of this product or AC adaptor for a long period of time can cause a low-temperature burn. Do not place the computer near a television or radio receiver. Keep the computer away from magnets. Data stored on the hard disk may be lost. Precautions (Battery Pack) Do Not Use with Any Other Product The battery pack is rechargeable and was intended for the specified product.
Read Me First Should the battery leak and the fluid get into your eyes, do not rub your eyes. Immediately flush your eyes with clear water and see a doctor for medical treatment as soon as possible. Getting Started NOTE The battery pack may become warm during recharging or normal use. This is completely normal. Recharging will not commence if internal temperature of the battery pack is outside of the allowable temperature range (0 °C to 50 °C {32°F to 122 °F}).
Description of Parts A B C F G H 1 2 D A: LCD Reference Manual “Touchscreen” B: Scroll Button You can scroll the screen, etc. This works as a mouse wheel. Reference Manual “Hardware Button Setting” C: LED Indicator : Wireless ready This indicator lights when Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, and/ or Wireless WAN are connected and ready. It does not necessarily indicate the On/Off condition of the wireless connection.
Description of Parts Getting Started Right side A B C D E A: SD Memory Card Slot Reference Manual “SD Memory Card” B: SD Memory Card Indicator (Blinking: During access) Reference Manual “SD Memory Card” C: Headphone Jack You can connect headphones or amplified speakers. When they are connected, audio from the internal speakers is not heard. D: Microphone Jack A condenser microphone can be used.
A B DC IN 16V C Top D E D Rear and Bottom F H G I J A: Stylus Holder (left side) B: DC-IN Jack C: Wireless Switch Reference Manual “Disabling/Enabling Wireless Communication” D: Security Lock (2 holes) A Kensington cable can be connected. For further information, read the manual that comes with the cable.
Description of Parts Inside A D B B Getting Started C A A: Wireless WAN antenna B: Wireless LAN antenna Reference Manual “Wireless LAN” C: Bluetooth antenna Reference Manual “Bluetooth” D: GPS antenna NOTE This computer contains a magnet and magnetic products at the locations circled in the illustration. The battery cover also has the magnet on the back side.
Preparation Confirmation A Check and identify the supplied accessories. If you do not find the described accessories, contact Panasonic Technical Support ( page 54). • AC Adaptor. . . . . 1 • AC Cord . . . . . . . 1 • Battery Packs . . 2 • Stylus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Model No: CF-VZSU53W • Tether . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 • Operating Instructions (This book) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 • Product Recovery DVD-ROM Windows Vista® Business SP1. .
Preparation 2 B Getting Started 3 4 C 5 6 E D 7 8 20 B Tip the clip (B) front to pull it out of the computer. (Do the same for the right side of hand strap.) C Open up the whole hand strap. D Press and hold (C) and slide the latch to unlock the battery cover. (The illustration shows Battery 1 as an example.) E Remove the battery cover. F Insert the battery pack matching with (D) side. Then, slide down the battery pack (E). G Attach the battery cover.
NOTE To conserve power, the following power saving methods are set at the time of purchase. The screen automatically turns off after 15 minutes of inactivity. Getting Started About the battery for this computer This computer uses 2 battery packs. The battery is charged (page 24) and power is consumed only on either battery pack. Those operations switch to the other battery pack automatically.
Preparation Attaching the stylus to the computer Getting Started A The stylus has already been attached to the computer at the time of purchase. Use the computer with the stylus attached not to lose it. If the stylus is removed for its position change or replacement, attach it according to the instruction below. A Attach the tether to the stylus. B Insert the tether to (A) of computer and pass the stylus to fix. You can store the stylus at (B) or (C) of the computer.
Using the hand strap A Getting Started When using the computer holding with hand, insert your hand to (A) part of the hand strap. Fix the hand strap firmly so that the computer does not come off, and then turn it over. When the hand strap is too loose or too tight, you can adjust the hand strap according to the instructions below. CAUTION If the hand is not securely fixed to the hand strap, the computer may drop.
First-time Operation Setting up the computer NOTE Be sure the Wireless switch (A) is ON before setting. The computer may not be set properly if the switch is OFF. 1 Connect your computer to a power outlet. Getting Started The battery charging starts automatically. ( page 21). CAUTION A Do not disconnect the AC adaptor until the “Setting up the computer” procedure is completed.
3 Setup Windows. During setup of Windows, use the stylus to move the cursor and to click an item. ( page 22) A Follow the on-screen instructions. Getting Started mouse Turn on/off the wireless switch When the CPU temperature is high, the computer may not start up to prevent overheating of the CPU. Wait until the computer cools down, and then turn the power on again. If the computer does not power on even after cooling down, contact Panasonic Technical Support ( page 54).
First-time Operation Getting Started A Right-click on the desktop, and click [Personalize] [Background]. B Select [Solid Colors] at [Location]. C Select the white wallpaper and click [OK]. When you set date/time/time zone and click [Next], the screen may not go to the next step for a few minutes. Do not touch the keyboard, and wait until the screen changes. If “An unexpected error has occurred…” (or a similar message) is displayed, click [OK]. This is not a malfunction.
F Click [Update] in [Calibration]. G Click [OK]. 5 Create a new account. CAUTION Remember your password. If you forget the password, you cannot use the Windows operation system. Creating a password reset disk beforehand is recommended. Getting Started A Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts] [Create a new account]. NOTE PC Information Viewer This computer periodically records the management information of the flash memory, etc. The maximum data volume for each record is 1024 bytes.
Getting Started First-time Operation B Click [Disk Management]. C Right-click the partition for Windows (“c” drive in the default setting), and click [Shrink Volume]. The partition size depends on the computer specifications. D Input the size in [Enter the amount of space to shrink in MB] and click [Shrink]. You cannot input a larger number than the displayed size. E Right-click [Unallocated] (the shrunk space in the step D) and click [New Simple Volume].
On-screen Manual You can access the Reference Manual and the Important Tips on the computer screen. When you access the Reference Manual and the Important Tips for the first time, the License Agreement of the Adobe Reader may be displayed. Read it carefully and select [Accept] to proceed. Reference Manual The Reference Manual contains the practical information to help you fully enjoy the computer’s performance. To access the Reference Manual: A Double-click on the desktop.
Handling and Maintenance Operation environment Useful Information Temperature: Operation : 5 °C to 35 °C {41 °F to 95 °F} Storage : -20°C to 60 °C {- 4 °F to 140 °F} Humidity: Operation : 30% to 80% RH (No condensation) Storage : 30% to 90% RH (No condensation) Even within the above temperature/humidity ranges, using for a long time in an extreme environment will result in the product deterioration and will shorten the product life.
When using peripheral devices Follow these instructions and the Reference Manual to avoid any damage to the devices. Carefully read the instruction manuals of the peripheral devices. Use the peripheral devices conforming to the computer’s specifications. Connect to the connectors in the correct direction. If it is hard to insert, do not try forcibly but check the connector’s shape, direction, alignment of pins, etc. If screws are included, fasten them securely.
Reinstalling Software Reinstalling software will return the computer to the default condition. When you reinstall the software, the flash memory data will be erased. Back up important data to other media or an external hard disk before reinstallation.
8 Press 9 Click [Reinstall Windows] and click [Next]. 10 11 Click [Yes, I agree to the provisions above and wish to continue!] and click [Next]. Select the settings and click [Next]. 12 At the confirmation message, click [YES]. 13 Remove the Product Recovery DVD-ROM, and then click [OK] to turn off the computer, then remove the CD/DVD drive. Turn on the computer. 14 (Enter). The computer will restart. The License Agreement screen appears. Reinstallation starts automatically.
Useful Information Reinstalling Software 11 Select the settings. 12 Remove the Product Recovery DVD-ROM, and then press any key to turn off the computer. [2]: Enter the size of operating system partition and press Enter. (The size of data partition will be determined by subtracting the operating system partition size from the maximum size.) [3]: Windows will be installed in the first partition. (The size of the first partition must be XX GB or more. If smaller, installation will not be possible.
2 When the message [[Recovery] is complete.] appears, remove the Product Recovery DVD-ROM for Windows XP, and set the Product Recovery DVD-ROM for Windows Vista. Press any key to turn off the computer. 3 If you turn off the computer without replacing the Product Recovery DVDROM or performing setting up the computer for Windows XP, refer to step 1-6 “Reinstalling Software” ( page 32), and boot the computer from the Product Recovery DVD-ROM for Windows Vista. 4 5 Turn on the computer.
Troubleshooting (Basic) Troubleshooting Follow the instructions below when a problem has occurred. There is also an advanced troubleshooting guide in the “Reference Manual”. For a software problem, refer to the software’s instruction manual. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support ( page 54). You can also check the computer’s status in the PC Information Viewer ( Reference Manual “Checking the Computer’s Usage Status”). Starting Up Connect the AC adaptor. Cannot start up.
Starting Up “Remove disks or other media. Press any key to restart” or a similar message appears. A floppy disk is in the drive and it does not contain system startup information. Remove the floppy disk and press any key. If a device is connected to the USB port, disconnect the device, or set [Legacy USB Support] to [Disabled] in Referthe [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility.
Troubleshooting (Basic) Starting Up The date and time are incorrect. Make the correct settings. (Start) - [Control Panel] - [Clock, Language, and Click Region] - [Date and Time]. Troubleshooting Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Date, Time, Language, and Regional Options] - [Date and Time]. If the problem persists, the internal clock battery may need to be replaced. Contact Panasonic Technical Support ( page 54). When the computer is connected to LAN, check the date and time of the server.
Other startup problems. An error may occur when the computer automatically enters the sleep ( ) / standby ( ) or hibernation mode while the screensaver is active. In this case, turn off the screensaver or change the pattern of the screensaver. If you press and hold the power switch for 4 seconds or longer, the power will be turned off forcibly and the computer will not resume. In this case, all unsaved data will be lost.
Troubleshooting (Basic) Starting Up Other startup problems. (continued) Shutting down Windows does not shut down. Troubleshooting Display No display. The screen is dark. 40 Start the computer in Safe Mode and check the error details. When the [Panasonic] boot screen disappears*1 at + (F8) until the Windows startup, press and hold Advanced Options Menu is displayed.
Display Intel(R) Display Power Saving Technology is active and automatically changes the LCD brightness. This is not a The LCD brightness malfunction. changes a number of times when the AC adaptor is disconnected. The screen is disor- Changing the number of display colors and resolution may affect the screen. Restart the computer. dered. When using the Extended Desktop, use the same display colors for the external display as those used by the LCD.
Troubleshooting (Basic) Display The cursor cannot be controlled properly. Operate the following steps. A Set [GPS] to [Disabled] in the [Advanced - Serial Port Configuration] of the Setup Utility. + (F10) and select [Yes] at the confirmaB Press tion message, and press (Enter). The computer will restart. C Log on to Windows as an administrator. (Start) and input “c:\util\drivers\gps\GPSVista. D Click reg” in [Start Search], and press (Enter). E Click [Yes] and click [OK].
Reference Manual Install Adobe Reader. The Reference A Log on to Windows as an administrator. Manual is not disB played. Click (Start) and input “c:\util\reader\setup.exe” in [Start Search] then press (Enter). Click [start] - [Run], input “c:\util\reader\setup.exe”, then click [OK]. Follow the on-screen instructions. Others No response. , (Shift), and (ESC) to open Task Press Manager and close the software application that is not responding. An input screen (e.g.
LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM(S) (“PROGRAMS”) FURNISHED WITH THIS PANASONIC® PRODUCT (“PRODUCT”) ARE LICENSED ONLY TO THE ENDUSER (“YOU”), AND MAY BE USED BY YOU ONLY 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. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (“MEI”) has developed or otherwise obtained the Programs and hereby licenses their use to you.
F. You may not remove any copyright, trademark or other notice or product identification from the Programs and you must reproduce and include any such notice or product identification on any copy of any Program. YOU MAY NOT REVERSE ASSEMBLE, REVERSE COMPILE, OR MECHANICALLY OR ELECTRONICALLY TRACE THE PROGRAMS, OR ANY COPY THEREOF, IN WHOLE OR IN PART. YOU MAY NOT USE, COPY, MODIFY, ALTER, OR TRANSFER THE PROGRAMS OR ANY COPY THEREOF, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED IN THE LICENSE.
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pagnant, à la même partie ou détruire les copies non cédées. F. Vous ne pouvez retirer aucune marque de droits d’auteur, marque de commerce ou autre ni aucune identification de produit des Logiciels et vous devez reproduire et inclure toutes ces notices ou identifications de produit sur toutes les copies des Logiciels. Vous ne pouvez assembler en sens inverse, compiler en sens inverse ni retracer les Logiciels ni aucune de leurs copies, de façon électronique ou mécanique, en tout ou en partie.
Specifications This page provides the specifications for the basic model. The model number is different according to the unit configuration. To check the model number: Check the bottom of the computer or the box the computer came in at the time of purchase. To check CPU speed, memory size and the flash memory disk drive (HDD) size: Run the Setup Utility ( Reference Manual “Setup Utility”) and select [Information] menu.
Main Specifications Model No CF-U1AQBXZJM CF-U1AQBXZAM Battery Pack Li-ion 7.2 V, 2900 mAh x 2 packs Operating Time*9 Charging Power on Time*10 Power off Clock Battery Approx. 9 hours Approx. 10 hours Approx. 7 hours Power Consumption*11 Approx. 12 W*12 / Approx. 20 W (Maximum when recharging in the ON state) Coin type lithium battery 3.0 V Physical Dimensions (W × D × 184 mm × 151 mm × 57 mm {7.24" × 5.94" × 2.24"} H) (excluding the hand strap) Weight Approx. 1.06 kg {Approx. 2.34 lb.
Specifications Wireless LAN Data Transfer Rates Standards Supported Transmission method Wireless Channels Used RF Frequency Band IEEE802.11a: 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6 Mbps (automatically switched)*14 IEEE802.11b: 11/5.5/2/1 Mbps (automatically switched)*14 IEEE802.11g: 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6 Mbps (automatically switched)*14 IEEE802.11n: (HT20) 144.4/130/117/115.6/104/86.7/78/65/58.5/57.8/ 52/43.3/39/28.9/26/19.5/14.4/13/6.
*7 *8 *9 *10 *11 *12 *13 *14 This slot is compatible with High-Speed Mode. Operation has been tested and confirmed using Panasonic SD/SDHC Memory Cards with a capacity of up to 8 GB. Operation on other SD equipment is not guaranteed. Does not guarantee operation of all USB-compatible peripherals. The AC adaptor is compatible with power sources up to 240 V AC adaptor. This computer is supplied with a 125 V AC compatible AC cord.
LIMITED WARRANTY For U.S.A. Panasonic Computer Solutions Company - Worldwide Product Warranties Section 1 - Limited Warranty - Hardware Panasonic Computer Solutions Company (referred to as “Panasonic”) will repair the products listed below with new or rebuilt parts, free of charge in the U.S.A. or other Panasonic approved location for the period specified below from the date of original purchase in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship.
• Integrated Panasonic supplied options and kits including, but not limited to Wireless WAN, Media Bay Drives (Floppy, CD/DVD), GPS, Bluetooth, Smartcard Reader, and Fingerprint readers – 3 Years or assumes warranty period of the unit in which it is installed provided the integration was performed by Panasonic or an Authorized Options Integrator.
LIMITED WARRANTY • • • • foreign matter into the unit, abuse, neglect, installation, maladjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance or modification, use not in accordance with product use instructions Failures due to service by anyone other than a Panasonic Authorized Service Provider Failures caused by improper integration by any company other than Panasonic Configuration and Integration Centers.
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.
LIMITED WARRANTY *2 AIRCRAFT COCKPIT EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS include Class2 Electrical Flight Bag (EFB) Systems and Class1 EFB Systems when used during critical phases of flight (e.g., during take-off and landing) and/or mounted on to the aircraft. Class1 EFB Systems and 2 EFB Systems are defined by FAA: AC (Advisory Circular) 120-76A or JAA: JAA TGL (Temporary Guidance Leaflets) No.36 IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT FOR WARRANTY SERVICE Carefully pack the product, preferably in the original carton.
GARANTIE LIMITÉE Pour le Canada GARANTIE LIMITÉE – ORDINATEURS ET PÉRIPHÉRIQUES PANASONIC Couverture – Panasonic Canada Inc. (« PCI ») garantit à l’acheteur original que ce produit informatique (à l’exclusion des supports des logiciels) est, au moment de sa vente par PCI ou d’un revendeur agréé par PCI, exempt de défauts de pièces et de fabrication dans les conditions normales d’utilisation, et ce, pendant la période de couverture de la garantie, sous réserve des modalités décrites ci-dessous.
GARANTIE LIMITÉE utilisation anormale ou abusive, de la négligence, un accident, un déversement ou la pénétration d’un objet étranger, une modification, un cas fortuit ou une réparation effectuée par une personne non agréée par PCI. CE PRODUIT N’EST PAS DESTINÉ À ÊTRE UTILISÉ, EN TOUT OU EN PARTIE, COMME SYSTÈME/ÉQUIPEMENT NUCLÉAIRE, SYSTÈME/ ÉQUIPEMENT DE CONTRÔLE DU TRAFFIC AÉRIEN OU SYSTÈME/ÉQUIPEMENT DE POSTE DE PILOTAGE D’AVION*3.
GÉNÉRALITÉS Appendix PCI NE RECONNAÎT AUCUNE AUTRE GARANTIE, EXPLICITE OU IMPLICITE, Y COMPRIS, MAIS NON EXCLUSIVEMENT, LES GARANTIES IMPLICITES DE VALEUR COMMERCIALE ET D’UTILITÉ À UNE FIN QUELCONQUE, À L’ÉGARD DU LOGICIEL, SUPPORTS DE LOGICIELS, PRODUITS INFORMATIQUES, PÉRIPHÉRIQUES ET ACCESSOIRES.
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.