OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Personal Computer Model No. CF-73 Series Getting Started Read Me First.................................................. 3 Names and Functions of Parts ........................ 9 First-time Operation ......................................
Customer’s Record Model No. * Dealer’s Name Serial No. or Code No. Dealer’s Address Date of Purchase * For the Model No., insert the 12 digit number (for example, CF-73XCVTSBM) located on the bottom of the computer. Getting Started Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic computer. Read the operating instructions thoroughly for proper operation of your new computer.
Read Me First For U.S.A. 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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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Industry Canada RF Exposure Warning This product complies with RSS210 Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions; (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Read Me First Important Safety Instructions / Importantes Mesures De Sécurité Getting Started 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, washbowl, 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.
CD/DVD Drive Caution Bottom CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE1 Laser safety information is appropriate only when drive with laser is installed. Les mesures de sécurité relatives au laser ne s’appliquent que lors de l’installation d’une unité avec laser. Precautions This computer has been designed so as to minimize shock to the LCD and hard disk drive, the leakage of liquid (e.g., water) on to the keyboard, etc., but no warranty is provided against such trouble.
Read Me First Precautions (Battery Pack) Care should be exercised with regard to the following in order to avoid the possibility of overheating, fire or damage. Getting Started Avoid Heat Do not throw the battery pack into a fire or expose it to excessive heat. Keep Articles Away Do not place the battery pack together with articles such as necklaces or hairpins when carrying or storing.
Names and Functions of Parts CAUTION Do not allow metallic objects or magnetic media to come near these areas. • If floppy disks, magnetic memory cards, or other magnetic media approach these areas, there is a risk that data will be destroyed. Wireless LAN Antenna ( “Wireless LAN”) LED Indicators Battery pack status “Battery Power”) ( Power status ( “LED Indicators”) Getting Started Suction Vent CAUTION Remove any accumulated dust using a vacuum cleaner.
Names and Functions of Parts 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”) ( Modem I/O Box Connector EXT. For connecting printer, external mouse, keyboard, etc., through the I/O box (optional). ( “Port Replicator / I/O Box”) Getting Started Ventilation Hole This hole allows heat to exit.
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 page 42) missing or are not working properly, contact Panasonic Technical Support. ( AC Cord ................ 1 Model No: CF-AA1653A Modem Telephone Cable ...................... 1 Battery Pack ........
First-time Operation 4 Connect your computer to a power outlet. The battery pack will be charged automatically. Charging Time: Approx. 3 hours (Varies depending on the usage conditions.) CAUTION DC Plug DC-IN Jack 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 device except the battery pack and AC adaptor to the computer. Handling the AC adaptor Do not twist or pull the AC power cord forcefully.
3 Select settings for your region, then select [Next]. 4 Enter your name and organization and then select [Next]. 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. 6 Enter the correct date, time and time zone, then select [Next]. It may take some time before the computer restarts and the screen of step 7 is displayed. Wait, and do not press any keys, touch the touch pad, etc.
First-time Operation Getting Started NOTE About the Icon Enlarger: • If the characters or icons on the screen are too small and difficult to see, after completing step 9, select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Icon Enlarger]. This will allow you to magnify the display of characters and icons on the screen. ( “Icon Enlarger”) • The [Icon Enlarger] can be set separately for each account. You can also use [Loupe Utility], which enlarges a part of the screen.
Starting Up/Shutting Down Starting Up 1 Open the display. Latch 1 Pull the carrying handle forward. 2 Lift up the latch. 3 Lift open the display. 3 2 1 Power Indicator 2 Turn your computer on. Press the power switch and hold it for approximately one second until the power indicator turns on before releasing it. Power Switch While booting, avoid the following until the hard disk drive indicator has turned off. • Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor. • Touching the power switch.
Starting Up/Shutting Down 3 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 is entered, the computer will not operate. 4 Select your application. You are able to start working on your computer.
Shutting Down (power off your computer) 1 Save important data and close each application. 2 Select [start] - [Turn Off Computer]. 3 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 . CAUTION Do not do the following during the shutdown/restart procedure. • Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor. • Touching the power switch.
Touch Pad Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the screen and perform normal computer operations. Function Work Surface Operation Moving the Cursor Move the tip of your finger lightly over the work surface. Tapping/Clicking or tapping Right Button Left Button clicking To right-click: click with the right button.
Reference Manual Reference Manual / Important Tips The Reference Manual and the Important Tips can be accessed on your computer. When a printer is connected, these manuals can also be printed. Reference Manual 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.
Useful Information Usage Environment Environment Operation: Temperature: 5 °C to 35 °C {41 °F to 95 °F} Humidity : 30% to 80% RH (No condensation) Storage: Temperature: -20 °C to 60 °C {-4 °F to 140 °F} Humidity : 30% to 90% RH (No condensation) Even within the temperature and humidity ranges noted above, using the computer for long periods of time in an environment with exceptionally low or high temperatures or high humidity may result in deterioration of the product, which can lead to a reduction in produ
contact Panasonic Technical Support. (For more information, refer to the “Operating Instructions” that come with the Protective Film.) CAUTION Do not touch or use a touchscreen before you re-attach a Protective Film, as you may leave a mark or a scratch on the touchscreen. Areas excluding the display Wipe these areas with a soft cloth, after applying water or detergent diluted with water to the soft cloth and firmly wringing out excess water. CAUTION Do not use benzene, thinner, or rubbing alcohol.
Useful Information If the message “Your computer might be at risk” is displayed Read the message, select (red icon) on the taskbar, and make the appropriate settings. This message, which the Windows Security Center displays to confirm the security-related settings regularly, will be displayed until the settings are made more properly. NOTE This message does not indicate an error. You can use the computer while the message is displayed.
Hard Disk Lock When the Hard Disk Lock is set to [Enable], it is impossible to read/write data from/to the hard disk when the hard disk is installed in a different computer. When the hard disk is returned to the original computer, you can read/write data as before. In this case, however, make the settings in the Setup Utility exactly the same as they were before the hard disk was removed. (Note that this “Security MeaHard Disk Lock does not guarantee the complete protection of data.
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. page 42) If the problem persists, or if the error code or message displayed is not shown here, contact Panasonic Technical Support. ( Error Code/Message Action 0211: Keyboard error 0251: System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used If an external keyboard or a mouse is connected, disconnect these devices.
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 page 42) You can use the PC Information Viewer to check the computer’s usage status. ( Technical Support.
Dealing with Problems (Summary) Starting Up (continued) When the previous item is not the cause Press F9 in the Setup Utility ( “Setup Utility”). This will restore the Setup Utility’s settings to their default values (except the password settings). Try removing all peripheral devices. Check a disk error using the following procedure. 1 Select [start] - [My Computer], right-click [Local Disk(C:)], and then select [Proper ties]. 2 Select [Tools] - [Check Now].
Display (continued) An afterimage appears (e.g., green, red, and blue dots remain on the display) or there are dots not displaying the correct colors If an image is displayed for a prolonged period of time, an afterimage may appear. This is not a malfunction. The afterimage will disappear when a different screen is displayed. High-precision and advanced technologies are necessary in the production of color liquid crystal displays (color LCDs). Therefore, if 0.
Dealing with Problems (Summary) Battery Indicator The red indicator lights The battery level is very low (the charge is approx. 9% or less). Connect the AC adaptor. You can use the computer when the battery indicator light is orange. If you do not have an AC adaptor, save your data and power off your computer. After replacing the battery pack with a fully charged one, turn your computer on. Quickly save your data and power off your computer.
SD Memory Card Cannot log on with the SD Memory Card Windows logon user name and password are not set in the SD Memory Card correctly. Enter the Windows user name and password without using the SD Memory Card. After logging on, set the same user name and the password on the SD Memory Card and Windows, using the following operation.
Reinstalling Software When reinstallation procedure is performed, the contents of the hard disk will be erased. Be sure to back up any critical data on your hard disk to another media or to an external hard disk before running the reinstallation procedure. The reinstallation procedure will return the computer to its original condition. Even if a hard disk backup area has been created, this backup area will be erased, and all the backed up data will be lost.
If the following message appears, press R . --------------------------------------------------------------------Computer must be rebooted in order to execute [Recovery]. Please reboot with Product Recovery DVD-ROM set in the appropriate drive. After rebooting, execute [Recovery] following the on screen instructions. --------------------------------------------------------------------- 10 At the confirmation message, press Y . The operation of reinstallation for the hard disk starts automatically.
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 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.
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 cidessous. En utilisant les logiciels, vous vous engagez de manière définitive à respecter les termes, clauses et conditions des présentes. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Hard Disk Backup Function The hard disk backup function creates a backup area (storage area) on the hard disk. This area is to back up (store) hard disk contents or restore backed up contents to their original locations. By backing up the data on your hard disk to a backup area, you can protect your data from loss or damage resulting from operational errors or other factors.
NOTE Regarding backup area • Requires availability of at least half of the entire hard disk. Without sufficient space available, the backup area cannot be created. • When the backup area is created, the usable hard disk capacity will be reduced to less than half. • The backup area cannot be accessed from Windows. For this reason, backed up data cannot be copied to CD-R or other removable disk media. • When the hard disk backup function is executed, data in the backup area will be overwritten.
Hard Disk Backup Function Select [2], enter the partition size (GB), and press Enter . • You can cancel this operation by pressing 0 . • The data partition size will be the maximum settable size less the number entered above. The maximum settable size will differ depending on models. [At the time of purchase] [After the backup area is created] The usable hard disk area Can be accessed from Windows (Two partitions).
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 . The backup process will begin. 1 Press 2 to execute [2. [Restore]]. (When data is backed up in two partitions, select the restore method at next screen.
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 by 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.
Specifications Main Specifications Hard Disk Drive Keyboard Pointing Device Speaker Sound Multimedia Pocket Device Supports DVD CD Others DVD-ROM read*10 Data transfer CD-ROM read*10 rate*9 CD-R write*11 CD-RW write High-Speed CD-RW write Ultra-Speed CD-RW write Smart Card Slot PC Card Slots Allowable current (total for two slots) RAM Module Slot*12 SD Memory Card Slot*13 Interface External Display Port Serial Port Microphone Jack*14 Headphone Jack Expansion Bus Connector USB Ports I/O Box Connector Modem
Specifications Main Specifications Battery Pack Operating Time*1 Charging Time*1 Main battery Main battery + Second battery Main battery Main battery + Second battery Clock Battery AC Adaptor*4 Input Output Power Consumption*5 Environment Operation Temperature Humidity Storage Temperature Humidity Physical Dimensions (W x H x D) (excluding the carrying handle) Weight (including the carrying handle) *1 *2 *3 *4 *5 *6 Li-ion 11.1 V, 3.8 Ah Approx. 3 hours - 4 hours*2 (Approx. 3.5 hours*3) Approx.
Software Operating System Utility Programs Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional Service Pack 2 with Advanced Security Technologies (NTFS File System) Setup Utility DMI Viewer Microsoft® Windows® Media Player 10 Adobe Reader Intel® PROSet/Wireless Software*1 PC Information Viewer Hard Disk Backup Utility*2 Hard Disk Data Erase Utility*2 SD Utility*3 Icon Enlarger Loupe Utility Hotkey Settings Battery Recalibration Utility WinDVD™5 B’s Recorder GOLD7 BASIC B’s CLiP 6 Wireless LAN Switch*1 Wireless Switch Util
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.