Panasonic of North America 9TGCF-182A Notebook Computer CF-18 + BT + WLAN (a+b+g) User Manual Operating Instructions

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Operation

Starting Up/Shutting Down ............................ 17

Touch Pad (Basic Operation) ............................. 20

Touchscreen (Basic Operation).......................... 21

Operating in Tablet Mode .............................. 22

Reference Manual ......................................... 24

Useful Information ......................................... 25

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Personal Computer

Appendix

LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT ........ 36

Hard Disk Backup Function ............................. 38

Hard Disk Data Erase Utility .......................... 42

Specifications ................................................ 43

LIMITED WARRANTY ................................... 45

Troubleshooting

List of Error Codes ........................................ 28

Dealing with Problems (Summary) .................. 29

Reinstalling Software .................................... 34

Getting Started

Read Me First.................................................. 3

Names and Functions of Parts ........................ 8

First-time Operation ...................................... 12

Contents

[Additional Manual]

Reference Manual

This manual can be accessed on your computer. Refer

to page 24 on how to access the Reference Manual.

Reference Manual

•Read Me First

•Key Combinations

Reference Manual

•Tablet Buttons

•Touch Pad

•

Touchscreen

•Software keyboard

•

Panasonic Hand Writing

•Display Rotation

•Standby/Hibernation

Functions

•Security Measures

•

Computing on the Road

•Battery Power

•PC Cards

•RAM Module

•Port Replicator

•External Display

•USB Devices

•Modem

•LAN

•Wireless LAN

•Hard Disk Drive

•Setup Utility

•Icon Enlarger

•LED Indicators

Reference Manual

•Technical Information

•DMI Viewer

•List of Error Codes

•Dealing with Problems

(Advanced)

Appendix Getting Started

Operation

Troubleshooting

Model No. CF-18 Series

Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use.

Getting Started

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

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.

Disclaimer

Computer specifications and manuals are subject to change without notice. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. assumes no

liability for damage incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manuals.

Trademarks

Microsoft, Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation of the United States and/or other

countries.

Intel, Pentium and PROSet are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation.

Adobe® and Acrobat® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or

other countries.

Panasonic is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Names of products, brands, etc., appearing in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owner companies.

NOTE:NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information.

CAUTION:CAUTION indicates a condition that may result in minor or moderate injury.

Enter : This illustration means to press the [Enter] key.

Fn + F5 : This illustration means to press and hold the [Fn] key, then press the [F5] key.

[start]-[Run]:This illustration means to click [start], then to click [Run].

(For some applications, you may need to double-click.)

:Where to go for referred information.

: This illustration means to refer to the Reference Manual, which is available on your computer.

Refer to page 24 on how to access this manual.

Some of the illustrations in this manual may differ slightly in shape from the actual items in order to make the explana-

tion easier to understand.

The “CD/DVD drive” is a description about drives, such as DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CD-R/RW, and DVD-ROM & CD-

R/RW drives.

In this manual, descriptions are given using illustrations not featuring the hand strap for convenience of explanation.

If the user has logged on without administrator authority, some functions may not be executable, and some screens may be

not displayed as shown in this manual. If this happens, log on with the administrator authority to enable these functions.

Confirm the latest information on optional products in catalogs, etc.

In this manual, “Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional” is indicated as “Windows” or “Windows XP”.

*For the Model No., insert the 12 digit number (for example, CF-18DHAZXKM) located on

the bottom of the computer.

Customer's Record

Serial No.

Date of Purchase

Model No.*

Code No.

Dealer's Name

Dealer's Address

Getting Started

Read Me First

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. 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. However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this

equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television

reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment

off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference

by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced ra-

dio/TV technician for help.

Warning

To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface

cables when connecting to a computer or peripheral. Also,

any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the

party responsible for compliance could void the user’s author-

ity to operate this equipment.

FCC RF Exposure Warning:

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure lim-

its set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

This equipment has been approved for portable operation,

and unless otherwise advised in separate supplemental in-

structions for individual wireless transmitter(s), requires

minimum 1.5 cm spacing be provided between antenna(s)

and all person’s body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist

and feet) during wireless modes of operation.

This equipment may use multiple installed transmitters,

which may be capable of simultaneous transmission.

This equipment is provided with PC Card slot that could be

used with wireless transmitters, which will be specifically

recommended when they become available.

Other third-party wireless transmitters have not been RF ex-

posure evaluated for use with this computer and may not

comply with FCC RF exposure requirements.

This equipment is provided with external antenna

connector(s) for connection to optional Car Mounter or

Port Replicator for mobile external mounted antenna(s).

External antenna(s) must be professionally installed and

cannot exceed recommended maximum antenna gain as

described in individual provided supplement instructions

for wireless transmitters. Also, user must maintain mini-

mum 20 cm spacing between external antenna(s) and all

person’s body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist and

feet) during wireless modes of operation.

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.

Responsible Party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America

One Panasonic Way

Secaucus, NJ 07094

Tel No:1-800-LAPTOP-5 (1-800-527-8675)

For U.S.A.

1. This equipment complies with CFR47 Part 68 rules. On the

computer is a label that contains, among other information,

the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number

(REN) for this equipment. If required, this information must

be provided to the telephone company.

2. An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is pro-

vided with this equipment. This equipment is designed to be

connected to the telephone network or premises wiring us-

ing a compatible modular jack which is Part 68 compliant. See

Installation Instructions for details.

3. The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which

may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on the

telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response

to an incoming call. In most, but not all area, the sum of RENs

should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of

devices that may be connected to a line, as determined by the

total RENs, contact the local telephone company.

4. If your telephone equipment cause harm to the telephone net-

work, the telephone company will notify you in advice that tem-

porary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advice

notice isn’t practical, the telephone company will notify the cus-

tomer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right

to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.

5. The telephone company may take changes in it’s facilities,

equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the op-

eration of the equipment. If this happens the telephone com-

pany will provide advance notice in order for you to make

necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.

6. If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or

warranty information, please contact Matsushita Electric

Corporation of America at DIAL TOLL FREE 1-800-LAPTOP5

(1-800-527-8675). If the equipment is causing harm to the tele-

phone network, the telephone company may request that

you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.

7. There are no user serviceable parts contained in this equipment.

8. This equipment may not be used on coin service provided

by the telephone company. Connection to party lines is sub-

ject to state tariffs.

9. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it

unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic

device to send any message via a telephone fax machine

unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top

or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the

transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification

of the business or other entry, or other individual sending

the message and the telephone number of the sending ma-

chine or such business, other entity, or individual. In order to

program this information into your fax software, you should

refer to the manual of the Fax software being used.

10.According to the FCC’s electrical safety advisory, we recom-

mend 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.

“Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No.26 AWG or larger

telecommunication line cord.”

“ATTENTION: Pour réduire le risque d’incendie, utiliser uniquement des

conducteurs de télécommunications 26 AWG ou de section supérieure.”

FCC Regulation Notice for modem

This equipment contains a FCC approved modem.

Manufacturer of modem: AMBIT Microsystems Corporation

Model No. T60M283.** (** = numbers or alphabet letters)

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

Tested To Comply

With FCC Standards

Getting Started

Read Me First

For Canada

Industry Canada (IC) Notice for modem

This equipment contains an Industry Canada approved modem unit.

The Industry Canada label is affixed on the modem unit.

EQUIPMENT ATTACHMENT LIMITATIONS

“NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified

equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets

telecommunications network protective, operational and

safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal

Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The

Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate

to the user’s satisfaction.

Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it

is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local

telecommunications company. The equipment must also be

installed using an acceptable method of connection. The

customer should be aware that compliance with the above

conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some

situations.

Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a

representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or

alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment

malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company

cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.

Users should ensure for their own protection that the

electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone

lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are

connected together. This precaution may be particularly

important in rural areas. Caution: Users should not attempt

to make such connections themselves, but should contact

the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician,

as appropriate.”

“NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned

to each terminal device provides an indication of the

maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a

telephone interface. The termination on an interface may

consist of any combination of devices subject only to the

requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers

of all the devices does not exceed 5.”

REN: See bottom of the computer

RESTRICTIONS CONCERNANT LE RACCORDEMENT DE MATÉRIEL

“AVIS: L’étiquette d’Industrie Canada identifie le matériel

homologué. Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est conforme

aux normes de protection, d’exploitation et de sécurité des

réseaux de télécommunications, comme le prescrivent les docu-

ments concernant les exigences techniques relatives au

matériel terminal. Le Ministère n’assure toutefois pas que le

matériel fonctionnera à la satisfaction de l’utilisateur.

Avant d’installer ce matériel, l’utilisateur doit s’assurer qu’il

est permis de le raccorder aux installations de l’entreprise lo-

cale de télécommunication. Le matériel doit également être

installé en suivant une méthode acceptée de raccordement.

L’abonné ne doit pas oublier qu’il est possible que la conformité

aux conditions énoncées ci-dessus n’empêche pas la

dégradation du service dans certaines situations.

Les réparations de matériel homologué doivent être

coordonnées par un représentant désigné par le fournisseur.

L’entreprise de télécommunications peut demander à

l’utilisateur de débrancher un appareil à la suite de réparations

ou de modifications effectuées par l’utilisateur ou à cause de

mauvais fonctionnement.

Pour sa propre protection, l’utilisateur doit s’assurer que

tous les fils de mise à la terre de la source d’énergie électrique,

des lignes téléphoniques et des canalisations d’eau

métalliques, s’il y en a, sont raccordés ensemble. Cette

précaution est particulièrement importante dans les régions

rurales. Avertissement: L’utilisateur ne doit pas tenter de faire

ces raccordements lui-même; il doit avoir recours à un ser-

vice d’inspection des installations électriques, ou à un

électricien, selon le cas.”

“AVIS: L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) assigné à

chaque dispositif terminal indique le nombre maximal de

terminaux qui peuvent être raccordés à une interface. La

terminaison d’une interface téléphonique peut consister en

une combinaison de quelques dispositifs, à la seule condi-

tion que la somme d’indices d’équivalence de la sonnerie de

touts les dispositifs n’excède pas 5.”

IES: Voir sous le fond de l’ordinateur

Notice for the products using LCD

This product uses one or more fluorescent lamps containing a

small amount of mercury. It also contains lead in some compo-

nents. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your com-

munity due to environmental considerations. For disposal or

recycling information please contact your local authorities, or

the Electronics Industries Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org/>

Industry Canada

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 interfer-

ence that may cause undesired operation of the device.

UL1604-conforming model. (The model which has de-

scription of “UL1604” in the bottom of the computer.)

• THIS EQUIPMENT IS SUITABLE FOR USE IN CLASS I, DI-

VISION 2, GROUPS A, B, C AND D OR NON-HAZARDOUS

LOCATIONS ONLY.

• WARNING – EXPLOSION HAZARD – SUBSTITUTION OF

COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR CLASS I,

DIVISION 2.

• When connecting and using a device manufactured by a third

party, enquire to the manufacturer as to whether the device

suits CLASS1, DIVISION 2.

CSA C22 2 NO.213-conforming model. (The model

which has description of “CSA C22 2 NO.213” in the

bottom of the computer.)

• THIS EQUIPMENT IS SUITABLE FOR USE IN CLASS I, DI-

VISION 2, GROUPS A, B, C AND D OR NON-HAZARDOUS

LOCATIONS ONLY.

• WARNING – EXPLOSION HAZARD – SUBSTITUTION OF

COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR CLASS I,

DIVISION 2.

• When connecting and using a device manufactured by a third

party, enquire to the manufacturer as to whether the device

suits CLASS1, DIVISION 2.

Getting Started

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

Network connection.

The terminal equipment is intended for connection to the following public network;

In all the countries of European Economical Area;

- Public Switched Telephony Networks

Technical Features.

The terminal equipment includes the following features;

- DTMF dialing

- Maximum bitrate receiving mode: 56 kbits/s

- Maximum bitrate sending mode: 33.6 kbit/s

This product is designed to interwork with the Public Switched Telecommunication Networks in UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Swe-

den, Denmark, Finland, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Belgium, France, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Iceland, Greece, Italy, Norway

and Austria.

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Compliance Notice - CE Mark

This equipment is in conformance with the requirements of the European Council Directive listed below:

73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive with amendment 93/68/EEC

89/336/EEC EMC Directive with amendments 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC

1999/5/EC

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For Europe

Getting Started

Avoid Magnetic Fields

Keep the computer away from magnets.

Data stored on the hard disk may be lost.

Keep Small Objects Away

Do not insert paper clips or other small objects

into the computer.

Do Not Disassemble the Computer

Do not attempt to disassemble your computer.

Avoid Excessive Force on the Display

Do not apply excessive downward force on the

display when it is completely opened, especially

when plugs and/or cables are connected to the

rear of the computer.

Avoiding low-temperature burns

Avoid more than casual contact with any heat

producing area of the notebook computer, AC

adaptor, and any option or accessory you use with

it. Even low heat, if warmer than body tempera-

ture, can cause a burn, if the skin is exposed to

the heat source for a long enough period of time.

Avoid Radio Frequency Interference

Do not place the computer near a television or

radio receiver.

Precautions

The CF-18 was developed based on thorough research into the

real-world portable computing environments. Exhaustive pur-

suit of usability and reliability under harsh conditions led to in-

novations such has the magnesium alloy exterior, vibration

damped hard disk drive and floppy disk drive, flexible internal

connections. The CF-18’s outstanding engineering has been

tested using the stiff MIL-STD- 810F (for vibration and shock)

and IP (for dust and water) based procedures.

As with any portable computer device precautions should be

taken to avoid any damage. The following usage and handling

procedures are recommended.

Before putting the computer away, be sure to wipe off any moisture.

This product and your Health

This product, like other radio devices, emits radio frequency

electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by this prod-

uct however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy

emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones.

Because this product operates within the guidelines found in

radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, we be-

lieve this product is safe for use by consumers. These standards

and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific com-

munity and result from deliberations of panels and committees

of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive

research literature.

In some situations or environments, the use of this product may

be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible rep-

resentatives of the organization. These situations may for ex-

ample include:

Using this product on board of airplanes, or

In any other environment where the risk of interference to other

devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful.

If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wire-

less devices in a specific organization or environment (e.g. air-

ports), you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use this

product prior to turning on the product.

Regulatory Information

We are not responsible for any radio or television interference

caused by unauthorized modification of this product. The cor-

rection of interference caused by such unauthorized modifica-

tion will be the responsibility of the user. We and its authorized

resellers or distributors are not liable for damage or violation of

government regulations that may arise from failing to comply

with these guidelines.

Information to the User

Important Safety Instructions / Importantes Mesures De Sécurité

When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precau-

tions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, elec-

tric 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 base-

ment 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.Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of

the leak.

4.Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual.

Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check

with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Certaines mesures de sécurité doivent être prises pendant

l’utilisation de matérial téléphonique afin de réduire les risques

d’incendie, de choc électrique et de blessures. En voici

quelquesunes:

1.Ne pas utiliser l’appareil près de l’eau, p.ex., près d’une

baignoire, d’un lavabo, d’un évier de cuisine, d’un bac à la-

ver, dans un sous-sol humide ou près d’une piscine.

2.Éviter d’utiliser le téléphone (sauf s’il s’agit d’un appareil sans

fil) pendant un orage électrique. Ceci peut présenter un risque

de choc électrique causé par la foudre.

3.Ne pas utiliser l’appareil téléphonique pour signaler une fuite

de gaz s’il est situé près de la fuite.

4.Utiliser seulement le cordon d’alimentation et le type de piles

indiqués dans ce manual. Ne pas jeter les piles dans le feu:

elles peuvent exploser. Se conformer aux règlements pertinents

quant à l’élimination des piles.

CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS

Read Me First

Getting Started

Precautions ( Battery Pack )

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}) “Bat-

tery Power”. Once the allowable range requirement is

satisfied, charging begins automatically. Note that the

recharging time varies based on the usage conditions. (Re-

charging takes longer than usual when the temperature is

10 °C {50 °F} or less.)

If the temperature is low, the operating time is shortened. Only

use the computer within the allowable temperature range.

This computer has a high temperature mode function that

prevents the degradation of the battery in high tempera-

ture environments. ( “Battery Power”) A level

corresponding to a 100% charge for high temperature is

approximately equivalent to an 80% charge level for nor-

mal temperature mode.

The battery pack is a consumable item. If the amount of

time the computer can be run off a particular battery pack

becomes dramatically shorter and repeated rechargings

do not restore its performance, the battery pack should be

replaced with a new one.

When transporting a spare battery inside a package,

briefcase, etc., it is recommended that it be placed in a

plastic bag so that its contacts are protected.

Always power off the computer when it is not in use.

Leaving the computer on when the AC adaptor is not

connected will exhaust the remaining battery capacity.

Care should be exercised with regard to the following in

order to avoid the possibility of overheating, fire or dam-

age.

Avoid Heat

Do not throw the battery pack into a fire or

expose it to excessive heat.

Do Not Disassemble

Do not insert sharp objects into the battery pack,

expose it to bumps or shocks, deform, disas-

semble, or modify it.

Do Not Short

Do not short the positive (+) and negative (-)

contacts.

Do Not Put into a Microwave

Do not put the battery pack into a microwave

oven or a pressurized chamber.

Avoid Extreme Heat, Cold and Direct Sun-

light

Do not charge, use or leave the battery pack for

extended periods where it will be exposed to

direct sunlight, in a hot place (in an automobile

on a sunny day, for example), or in a cold place.

Keep Articles Away

Do not place the battery pack together with ar-

ticles such as necklaces or hairpins when carry-

ing or storing.

If the battery pack will not be used for a long period of time

(a month or more), charge or discharge (use) the battery pack

until the remaining battery level becomes 30% to 40% and

store it in a cool, dry place.

This computer prevents overcharging of the battery by re-

charging only when the remaining power is less than approx.

95% of capacity.

The battery pack is not charged when the computer is first

purchased. Be sure to charge it before using it for the first

time. When the AC adaptor is connected to the computer,

charging begins automatically.

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.

Stop Using

Should the battery emit an abnormal odor, be-

come hot to the touch, become discolored,

change shape, or become in any way different

from normal, remove it from the computer or

charger and stop using it.

Do Not Use With Any Other Computer

The battery pack is rechargeable and was in-

tended for the specified computer or charger.

Do not use it with a computer other than the

one for which it was designed.

Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack. The bat-

tery pack may no longer function properly if the contacts

are dirty or damaged.

Do not expose the battery pack to water, or allow it to

become wet.

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 mis-

application may possibly occur.

Lithium Battery

Pile au lithium!

Le micro-ordinateur renferme une pile au lithium qui permet de

sauvegarder certaines données comme la date et l’heure

notamment. Elle ne devra être remplacée que par un technicien

qualifié.

Avertissement! Risque d’explosion en cas de non respect de cette

mise en garde!

Getting Started

Names and Functions of Parts

A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-

8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

L’appareil que vous vous êtes procuré est alimenté par une batterie au lithium-ion. Pour des

renseignements sur le recyclage de la batterie, veuillez composer le 1-800-8-BATTERY.

CAUTION

Do not cover the computer with a thick cloth, such as a blanket.

Stylus ( page 21) ( “Wireless LAN”)

Wireless LAN Antenna

For information on the key com-

binations available.

(

“Key Combinations”

)

LCD

( “Hard Disk Drive”)

( “Battery Power”)

Keyboard

( “LED Indicators”)

Caps Lock

Numeric Key (NumLk)

Scroll Lock (ScrLk)

Hard disk drive status

Battery pack status

Power status

( “Tablet Buttons”)

LCD brightness control

Input Panel

Enter

Rotation

Security

( page 20)

Touch Pad

Power Switch

LED Indicators

( page 21)

Function Keys

Hard Disk Drive

Battery Pack

Tablet Buttons

The illustrations shown may differ from the actual physical appearances.

Getting Started

( “PC Cards”)

( “Modem”)

Modem

( “LAN”)

LAN

( “USB Devices”)

USB Ports

DC IN 16 VDC-IN Jack

Use this port to a serial mouse or serial

communication devices.

A cable can be connected to prevent theft

of your computer. For more informa-

tion, read the manual provided with the

cable.

LOCK

( “External Display”)

Use only a monaural condenser micro-

phone (miniature jack). Using an input

source other than a monaural condenser

microphone may not allow audio to be

input or may damage the equipment.

Microphone Jack

Use this jack to connect headphones or

amplifier-equipped speakers. Audio

output from the internal speaker is dis-

abled when headphones or external

speakers are connected.

Headphone Jack

Security Lock

Serial Port

External Display Port

The strap has been designed to carry only the weight of the

computer. Therefore, be sure that the strap does not carry a weight

that exceeds the weight of the computer. The strap may acci-

dentally come loose from the computer.

Do not use a strap that is damaged or about to tear.

CAUTION

The hand strap can be attached to any two of the four corners using

screws (A) which were used to attach the hand strap.

Adjust the length of the belt so that the computer does not fall by mis-

take, and firmly hold the computer when using it.

(The above illustration shows the position

where the hand strap is attached at the factory.)

The shoulder strap can be connected to the

hand strap to make it longer.

Hand Strap

Shoulder Strap

CAUTION

Do not connect the mo-

dem telephone cable

into the LAN port.

PC Card Slots

Getting Started

To adjust the volume:

Fn + F5 / Fn + F6

Speaker on/off : Fn + F4

( “Port Replicator”)

Speaker

( “RAM Module”)

RAM Module Slot

CAUTION

Do not allow metallic objects or magnetic me-

dia to come near the speaker on the bottom sur-

face of the computer.

• Because the speaker contains a magnet, metal

objects may become attached to the bottom

surface of the computer. This may cause the

computer to be unstable, or may mark the sur-

face of the desk on which it is sitting.

• If floppy disks, magnetic memory cards, or

other magnetic media approach the speaker,

there is a risk that data will be destroyed.

The external antenna connector is for use as

an extension in the future.

CAUTION

FCC RF Exposure Warning:

Optional Port Replicator contains TNC

connector for external mounted antenna.

Employed 2.4 GHz wireless LAN an-

tenna cannot exceed 6 dBi antenna gain

and must be professionally installed.

Also, must maintain minimum 20 cm

spacing between external antenna and all

person’s body during wireless mode of

operation.

Expansion Bus Connector

External Antenna Connectors

Names and Functions of Parts

CAUTION

Do not allow metallic objects or mag-

netic media to come near these areas.

Getting Started

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. (See the figure below.)

Getting Started

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.

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.

Insert the battery pack.

Unlock the cover by sliding the latch to the right.

CAUTION

Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack and the computer. The

battery pack may no longer function properly if the contacts are dirty or

damaged. Also, the computer may not operate properly.

Be sure to insert the battery pack as illustrated.

2Slide the latch down, and then without releasing it, open the cover as illustrated.

3Slide the battery pack inward until it is firmly in place.

Read the LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT. ( page 36)

Be sure to read the LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT before breaking the

seal on the computer’s packaging.

Model No : CF-AA1623A

AC adaptor ..........1

Model No :CF-VZSU30

AC Cord ...............1 Battery Pack........1

Modem Telephone

Cable ......................1

Operating Instructions

(This book)

.................... 1

Windows® Book .... 1

Product Recovery

CD-ROM ................ 3

(

“Touchscreen”)

Soft Cloth ...............1

Confirm that the latch lock is correctly in place. If you carry your computer

without the latch lock in place, the battery pack may fall out.

Before using the battery pack, carefully read “Precautions (Battery Pack)”

( page 7).

CAUTION

4Close the cover until it clicks into place.

Latch

Cover

Stylus .....................1

Tether ...................... 1 Shoulder Strap ........1

(

page 9)(

page 11)

5Lock the cover by sliding the latch to the left.

Getting Started

Open the display.

1Pull up on the latch A and release the latch B.

2Lift open the display.

Slide the power switch and hold it for approximately one second until the power indi-

cator turns on before releasing it.

CAUTION

Connect your computer to a power outlet.

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.

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. Using an AC adaptor

other than the one supplied might damage the battery and/or the computer.

When the DC plug is not connected to the computer, disconnect the AC cord

from your AC wall outlet.

Problems such as sudden voltage drops may arise during periods of thunder

and lightning. Since this could adversely affect your computer, an uninterruptible

power source (UPS) is highly recommended unless the battery pack is installed.

Turn your computer on.

Latch A

Do not slide the power switch and hold it for more than four seconds; this will

cause the power to be turned off forcibly.

Do not slide the power switch repeatedly.

Once the computer is powered off, you must wait at least ten seconds before

powering it on again.

Setup Windows.

Moving the cursor ( ) or clicking buttons can be performed with the touch pad (

page 20).

Latch B

Power Switch

Power Indicator

DC-IN Jack

DC IN 16 V

1At [Welcome to the Windows XP Setup Wizard], select [Next].

2After 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.

Do not press any keys or touch the touch pad until [Windows XP Professional

Setup] is displayed.

Do not use the touchscreen during the Windows setup.

CAUTION

3Select settings for your region, then select [Next].

4Enter your name and organization and then select [Next].

Getting Started

First-time Operation

Calibrate the touchscreen.

1Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse] -

[TouchScreen] - [Calibration].

2Touch the “+” mark on the calibration screen with the stylus (included) for about

one second.

3After the calibration procedure is executed (e.g., after the nine “+” marks are

touched), the procedure ends when Enter is pressed.

4Select [OK].

1Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts] - [Create a new account].

2Enter a name for the new account, then select [Next].

3Select [Computer administrator], then select [Create Account].

4<When you want to create a password for the new account>

Select the new account you have created and select [Create a password].

Follow the instructions on the screen to create a password.

5Select [start] - [Turn Off Computer] - [Restart] to restart the computer.

CAUTION

Remember this password! If the password is forgotten, Windows cannot be oper-

ated.

You can create a password reset disk beforehand

( page 16).

5Enter your computer name and administrator password and then select [Next].

CAUTION

Remember this password! If the password is forgotten, Windows cannot be

operated.

6Enter the correct date, time and time zone, then select [Next].

The computer will restart.

7Enter your administrator password and select .

Create a new account.

NOTE

It will take some time before the computer restarts and the screen of step

7 is displayed. Wait, and do not press any keys, or touch the touch pad, etc.

Getting Started

When creating a new user account:

• If you make mail settings, create password reset disks ( page 16), or conduct

other related operations before creating the user account, you will be unable to use

any previous mail history or settings.

• When you create the first new account, you can only select [Computer administra-

tor].

Once a “Computer Administrator” account has been created, you can create addi-

tional limited user accounts.

Note also that only the added user account will be displayed in the Welcome screen.

The account for the administrator created during Windows setup will not be dis-

played.

If the characters or icons on the screen are too small and difficult to see, after complet-

ing step

, select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic], and select [Icon Enlarger]. This

will allow you to magnify the display of characters and icons on the screen.

The [Icon Enlarger] can be set separately for each account.

NOTE

This concludes the first-time use operation guidelines.

Start up Windows Media Player.

Log on with the administrator authority, and select on the screen.

After this, start up the application following the instructions on the screen.

During this process, you will be required to agree to the license agreement. For Win-

dows Media Player, it is necessary to agree to the license agreement for each account

created.

If [I Decline] is selected or a window is closed without any decision being made in the

license agreement, no icons on the desktop may be selected. In this case, restart the

computer.

After completing the settings, select on the screen, and close the Windows Media

Player.

If you use the wireless LAN, be sure to refer to the Reference Manual’s “Wireless LAN”.

NOTE

AppendixAppendix

Specifications

CF-18DHAZXKM

Intel® Pentium M processor 1.1 GHz ULV

1 MB*1

256 MB*1 (768 MB*1 Max.)

UMA (64 MB*1 Max.)*2

10.4 type (TFT)

65536/Approx. 16,000,000 colors (800 x 600 dots/1024 x 768 dots)

65536/Approx. 16,000,000 colors (800 x 600 dots/1024 x 768 dots/1280 x 1024 dots)*4

40 GB*5

Windows keyboard (82 keys)

Touch Pad

Touchscreen (Anti-Reflection, Stylus (included) touch capable)

Two Type I or Type II, or one Type III

3.3 V: 400 mA, 5 V: 400 mA

200-pin, 2.5 V, SO-DIMM, DDR-SDRAM, PC2100 Compliant

Dsub 9-pin Male

Miniature jack, 3.5 DIA

4-pin x 2, USB2.0

RJ-11 Data:56 kbps (V.92 & K56flex*8) FAX:14.4 kbps

RJ 45 IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX

IEEE 802.11b/g compliant Frequency 2.4 GHz band

Dedicated 100-pin female

Dedicated 50 Ω coaxial connector x 2

Monaural Speaker

AC ’97 2.1 Compatible, 18 bits full duplex stereo

Li-ion 7.4 V, 6.6 Ah

Approx. 4.5 hours - 8 hours*10 (Approx. 6 hours*11)

Approx. 7 h

Approx. 3.5 h

Coin type lithium battery 3.0 V

Input : 100 V - 240 V AC, 50 Hz / 60 Hz Output : 16.0 V DC, 2.5 A

Approx. 18 W*14 / Approx. 41 W (maximum when recharging in the ON state)

5 °C to 35 °C {41 °F to 95 °F}

30% to 80% RH (No condensation)

-20 °C to 60 °C {-4 °F to 140 °F}

30% to 90% RH (No condensation)

271 mm X 49 mm X 216 mm {10.7 " X 1.93 " X 8.5 "}

Approx. 2.1 kg {Approx. 4.5 lb.}

Model No.

CPU

L2 (Second) Cache Memory

Memory

Video Memory

LCD Type

Displayed Colors*3

External Display

Hard Disk Drive

Keyboard

Pointing Device

PC Card Slot

Allowable current (total for two slots)

RAM Module Slot*6

Serial Port

Microphone Jack*7

Interface Headphone Jack

USB Port

Modem

LAN

Wireless LAN

Expansion Bus Connector

External Antenna Connector

Speaker

Sound

Battery Pack

Operating Time*9

Charging Time*9Power On

Power Off

Clock Battery

AC Adaptor*12

Power Consumption*13

Environment

In use Temperature

Humidity

Not in use

Temperature

Humidity

Physical Dimensions*15 (W X H X D)

Weight*15

*11 MB = 1,048,576 bytes

*2A segment of the main memory is allotted automatically depending on the computer’s operating status. The size of the Video Memory cannot

be set by the user.

*3A 16,000,000 color display is achieved by using the dithering function.

*4Maximum resolution depends on the specifications of the external display.

*51GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes. Your operating system or some application software will report as fewer GB.

*6Only a RAM card designed for PC2100 can be added.

*7Use only a monaural condenser microphone.

*8The settings for the K56flex modem need to be changed according to the AT command.

*9Varies depending on the usage conditions, CPU speed, etc.

*10 Measured using BatteryMarkTM Version 4.0.1 (LCD brightness: Maximum - Minimum)

*11 Measured using MobileMarkTM

2002 (LCD brightness: 60 cd/m2)

*12 <Only for North America>

The AC adaptor is compatible with power sources up to 240 V AC adaptor. The computer is supplied with a 125 V AC compatible AC cord.

*13 Approx. 0.7 W when the battery pack is fully charged (or not being charged) and the computer is off.

Approx. 1.5 W when the Wake up from LAN function has been enabled.

*14 Rated power consumption.

*15 The dimensions and weight do not include the hand strap.

Main Specifications

Appendix

Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional with Service Pack1a (NTFS File System)

Setup Utility

DMI Viewer

Adobe® Acrobat® Reader

Panasonic Hand Writing

Software Keyboard

Display Rotation Tool

PC Information Viewer

Hard Disk Backup Utility*16

Hard Disk Data Erase Utility*16

Intel® PROSet

Icon Enlarger

Software

Operating System

Utility Programs

*16 The Product Recovery CD-ROM is required.

Specifications

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