Panasonic of North America 9TGCF-Y51 Toughbook Computer Model CF-Y5 Family User Manual Operating Instructions

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User Manual for CF Y5

Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use.ContentsGetting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingGetting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendixAppendixOPERATING INSTRUCTIONSPersonal ComputerModel No. CF-Y5 seriesIntroduction.................................................2Read Me First ..............................................3Description of Parts .....................................10First-time Operation .....................................12On-screen Manual.......................................15Handling and Maintenance.............................16Expanding Memory......................................18Hard Disk Backup Function (Recover Pro)...........20Hard Disk Data Erase Utility ...........................22Reinstalling Software....................................23Troubleshooting (Basic)/Error Code/Message.......25Hardware Diagnostics...................................29LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT..............31Contrat de licence d’usage limité......................32Specifications ............................................33For more information about the com-puter, you can refer to the on-screen manual.To access the on-screen manual Îpage 15 “On-screen Manual”For your technical support office, refer to “LIMITED WARRANTY.”

3Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendixRead Me FirstFederal Communications Commission Radio Fre-quency Interference StatementNote: This equipment has been tested and found to com-ply 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 interfer-ence in a residential installation. This equipment gener-ates, 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 recep-tion, 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:zReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.zIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.zConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differ-ent from that to which the receiver is connected.zConsult the Panasonic Service Center or an experi-enced radio/TV technician for help.WarningTo assure continued compliance, use only shielded inter-face 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 authority to operate this equipment.FCC RF Exposure Warning:zThis computer is provided with a PC Card slot that could be used with wireless transmitter(s), which will be spe-cifically recommended, when they become available.Other third-party wireless transmitter(s) have not been RF exposure evaluated for use with this computer and may not comply with FCC RF exposure requirements.<Only for model with wireless LAN/wireless WAN>zThis equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.zThis equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and minimum 1.5 cm spacing must be provided between antenna and all person’s body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist and feet) during wireless modes of operation.zThis transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.<Only for model with wireless LAN/wireless WAN>This product is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range.FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the fre-quency range 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with and/or damage this product.25-M-2-1This 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, includ-ing interference that may cause undesired operation.Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North AmericaOne Panasonic WaySecaucus, NJ 07094Tel No:1-800-LAPTOP5 (1-800-527-8675)6-M-1FCC Regulation Notice for modemThis equipment contains a FCC approved modem.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 tele-phone company.2. An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this equipment. This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack which is Part 68 compliant. See Installation Instruc-tions for details.3. The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the telephone line. Exces-sive 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 deter-mined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company.4. If your telephone equipment cause harm to the tele-phone network, the telephone company will notify you in advice that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advice notice isn’t practical, the telephone company will notify the customer 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 its facili-ties, equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens the telephone company 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 Panasonic Corporation of North America at DIAL TOLL FREE 1-800-LAPTOP5 (1-800-527-8675). If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equip-ment until the problem is resolved.7. There are no user serviceable parts contained in this equipment.Models for U.S.A.

4Read Me FirstGetting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix8. This equipment may not be used on coin service pro-vided by the telephone company. Connection to party lines is subject 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 trans-mitted 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 machine or such business, other entity, or individual. In order to program this information into your fax soft-ware, you should refer to the manual of the Fax soft-ware being used.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.“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.”16-M-1Notice for the products using LCDThis product uses one or more fluorescent lamps contain-ing a small amount of mercury. It also contains lead in some components. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental consid-erations. For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org/>24-M-1<For USA-California Only>This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material- special handling may apply.See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/38-M-1Industry Canada (IC) Notice for modemThis equipment contains an Industry Canada approved modem unit.The Industry Canada label is affixed on the modem unit.EQUIPMENT ATTACHEMENT LIMITATIONS“NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equip-ment. This certification means that the equipment meets tele-communications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equip-ment 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 tele-communications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The cus-tomer should be aware that compliance with the above condi-tions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a rep-resentative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alter-ations 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 con-nections themselves, but should contact the appropriate elec-tric 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 computerRESTRICTIONS CONCERNANT LE RACCORDEMENTDE MATÉRIEL“AVIS: L’étiquette d’Industrie Canada identifie le matériel homologué. Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est con-forme aux normes de protection, d’exploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de télécommunications, comme le prescrivent les documents 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 locale 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 confor-mité aux conditions énoncées ci-dessus n’empêche pas la dégradation du service dans certaines situations.Les réparations de matériel homologué doivent être coordon-nées par un représentant désigné par le fournisseur.L’entreprise de télécommunications peut demander à l’utili-sateur 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 par-ticulièrement importante dans les régions rurales. Avertisse-ment: L’utilisateur ne doit pas tenter de faire ces raccordements lui-même; il doit avoir recours à un service 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 ter-minaux qui peuvent être raccordés à une interface. La termi-naison d’une interface téléphonique peut consister en une combinaison de quelques dispositifs, à la seule condition 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’ordinateur17-Ca-1Models for Canada

5Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendixCSA C22 2 NO.213-conforming model.(The model which has description of "CSA C22 2 NO.213" in the bottom of the computer.)zTHIS EQUIPMENT IS SUITABLE FOR USE IN CLASS I, DIVISION2, GROUPS A, B, C, AND D OR NON-HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS ONLY.zWARNING-EXPLOSION HAZARD-SUBSTITUTION OF COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR CLASSI, DIVISION2.zWhen connecting and using a device manufactured by a third party,enquire to the manufacturer as to whether the device suits CLASS1,DIVISION2.33-Ca-1Industry CanadaThis 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.30-Ca-1This product (local network devices) for the band 5150-5250 MHz is only indoor usage to reduce potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite sys-tems.High power radars are allocated as primary users (mean-ing they have priority) of 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz and these radars could cause interference and/or damage to LELAN devices.<Only for model with a “CE” mark on the bottom of the computer>Declaration of Conformity (DoC)“Hereby, we declare 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 con-tact our web address: http://www.doc.panasonic.deContact:Panasonic Services EuropeA Division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbHPanasonic Testing CentreNetwork connection.The terminal equipment is intended for connection to the following public network;In all the countries of European Economical Area;- Public Switched Telephony NetworksTechnical Features.The terminal equipment includes the following features;- DTMF dialing- Maximum bitrate receiving mode: 56 kbit/s- Maximum bitrate sending mode: 33.6 kbit/sThis product is designed to interwork with the Public Switched Telecommunication Networks in UK, Ireland, Nether-lands, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Belgium, France, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Iceland, Greece, Italy, Norway and Austria.Compliance Notice - CE MarkThis equipment is in conformance with the requirements of the European Council Directive listed below:73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive with amendment 93/68/EEC89/336/EEC EMC Directive with amendments 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC1999/5/EC R&TTEModels for Europe

6Read Me FirstGetting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendixWhen using your telephone equipment, basic safety pre-cautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the fol-lowing: 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. 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 INSTRUCTIONS19-E-1Certaines mesures de sécurité doivent être prises pen-dant 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 laver, 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.ONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS19-F-1<Only for model with wireless LAN/wireless WAN>This product and your HealthThis product, like other radio devices, emits radio fre-quency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emit-ted by this product 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 recommenda-tions, we believe this product is safe for use by consum-ers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research lit-erature.In some situations or environments, the use of this prod-uct may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. These sit-uations may for example include:zUsing this product on board of airplanes, orzIn 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 wireless devices in a specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for authoriza-tion to use this product prior to turning on the product.Regulatory InformationWe are not responsible for any radio or television interfer-ence caused by unauthorized modification of this product. The correction of interference caused by such unautho-rized modification 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.26-M-1Lithium 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 misappli-cation may possibly occur.15-E-1Pile au lithium!Le micro-ordinateur renferme une pile au lithium qui per-met de sauvegarder certaines données, notamment la date et l’heure. La pile ne doit être remplacée que par un technicien qualifié.Danger ! Risque d’explosion en cas de non respect de cette mise en garde!15-F-1Important Safety Instructions / Importantes Mesures De SécuritéInformation to the UserLithium Battery / Pile au lithium

7Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendixCAUTION!THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.12-E-1AVERTISSEMENT!CET APPAREIL UTILISE UN LASER.L’UTILISATION DE COMMANDES OU DE RÉGLAGES OU L’EXÉCU-TION DE PROCÉDURES AUTRES QUE CELLES SPÉCIFIÉES ICI PEU-VENT PROVOQUER UNE EXPOSITION À DES RADIATIONS DANGEREUSES.NE PAS OUVRIR LES COUVERCLES NI ESSAYER DE RÉPARER SOIMÊME.CONFIER TOUT TRAVAIL D’ENTRETIEN À UN PERSONNEL QUALIFIÉ.12-F-112-1-1This computer is not intended for use in medical equip-ment including life-support systems, air traffic control sys-tems, or other equipment, devices or systems that are involved with ensuring human life or safety. Panasonic cannot be held responsible in any way for any damages or loss resulting from the use of this computer in these types of equipment, devices or systems, etc.If a Malfunction Occurs, Immediately Unplug the AC Cord and the Battery Pack• Computer is damaged• Foreign object inside computer• Smoke emitted• Unusual smell emitted• Unusually hotContinuing to use the computer while any of the above conditions are present may result in fire or electric shock.•If a malfunction occurs, immediately turn the power off and unplug the AC cord, and then remove the battery pack.Do Not Touch the Computer and Cable When It Starts ThunderingElectric shock may result.Do Not Connect the AC Adaptor to a Power Source Other Than a Standard Household AC OutletOtherwise, a fire due to overheating may result. Connect-ing to a DC/AC converter (inverter) may damage the AC adaptor. On an airplane, only connect the AC adaptor/charger to an AC outlet specifically approved for such use.Do Not Do Anything That May Damage the AC Cord, the DC Plug, or the AC AdaptorDo 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 DC Plug If Your Hands Are WetElectric shock may result.Clean the DC Plug of Dust and Other Debris RegularlyIf dust or other debris accumulates on the plug, humidity, etc. may cause a defect in the insulation, which may result in a fire.• Pull the plug, and wipe it with a dry cloth.Pull the plug if the computer is not being used for a long period of time.Insert the AC Plug CompletelyIf the plug is not inserted completely, fire due to overheat-ing or electric shock may result.• Do not use a damaged plug or loose AC outlet.Do Not Place Containers of Liquid or Metal Objects on Top of the ComputerIf water or other liquid spills, or if paper clips, coins, or foreign matter get inside the computer, fire or electric shock may result.• If foreign matter has found its way inside, immediately turn the power off and unplug the AC cord, and then remove the battery pack. Then contact your technical support office.Do Not Disassemble the ComputerThere are high-voltage areas inside which may give you an electric shock if you should touch them. Do not touch the pins and circuit boards inside, and do not allow foreign matter to enter inside.Also, remodeling or disassembly may cause a fire.CD/DVD Drive CautionPrecautionsTHIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE AS, OR AS PART OF, NUCLEAR EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS, AIR TRAF-FIC CONTROL EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS, OR AIRCRAFT COCKPIT EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS*1. PANASONIC WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY LIABILITY RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT ARISING OUT OF THE FOREGOING USES.*1 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, tech-nologies, reliability, safety (e.g. Flammability/Smoke/Toxicity/Radio Frequency Emission, etc) requirements related to aviation standards that exceed the specifica-tions of our COTS (Commercial-Off-The-Shelf) products.

8Read Me FirstGetting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendixKeep SD Memory Cards Away from Infants and Small ChildrenAccidental swallowing will result in bodily injury.In the event of accidental swallowing, see a doctor imme-diately.Do Not Place the Computer on Unstable SurfacesIf balance is lost, the computer may fall over or drop, resulting in an injury.Avoid StackingIf balance is lost, the computer may fall over or drop, resulting in an injury.Do Not Keep the Computer Wherever There is a Lot of Water, Moisture, Steam, Dust, Oily Vapors, etc.Otherwise, possibly resulting in fire or electric shock.Do Not Leave the Computer in High Temperature Environment Such as in a Sun-Heated Car, for a Long Period of TimeLeaving the computer where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures such as in a sun-heated car or in direct sunlight may deform the cabinet and/or cause trouble in the internal parts. Continued use in such a resulting condition may lead to short-circuiting or insulation defects, etc. which may in turn lead to a fire or electric shocks.Hold the Plug When Unplugging the AC CordPulling on the cord may damage the cord, resulting in a fire or electric shock.Do Not Move the Computer While the DC Plug Is ConnectedThe AC cord may be damaged, resulting in fire or electric shock.• If the AC cord is damaged, unplug the DC plug immediately.Use Only the Specified AC Adaptor With Your ComputerUsing an AC adaptor other than the one supplied (attached to your computer or supplied by Panasonic) may result in a fire.Do Not Subject the AC Adaptor to Any Strong ImpactUsing the AC adaptor after a strong impact such as being dropped may result in electric shock, short circuit, or fire.Take a Break of 10-15 Minutes Every HourUsing the computer for long periods of time may have det-rimental health effects on the eyes or hands.Do Not Look into the CD/DVD DriveLooking directly at the internal laser light source may result in damage to eyesight.Do Not Use Disks That Are Cracked or DeformedBecause the disks rotate at high speeds, damaged disks may break apart causing injury.• Disks that are not round and disks that have been repaired using adhesives are similarly dangerous, and so should not be used.Do Not Turn the Volume Up to Loud When Using HeadphonesListening at high volumes that overstimulate the ear for long periods of time may result in loss of hearing.Use the Modem with a Regular Telephone LineConnection to an internal phone line (on-premise switches) of a company or business office, etc. or to a dig-ital public phone or use in a country or area not supported by the computer may result in a fire or electric shocks.Do Not Connect a Telephone Line, or a Network Cable Other Than the One Specified, into the LAN PortIf the LAN port is connected to a network such as the ones listed below, a fire or electric shock may result.• Networks other than 100BASE-TX or 10BASE-T• Phone lines (Telephone lines, internal phone lines (on-premise switches), digital public phones, etc.)Do Not Use with Exposing the Skin to the Computer for a Long Period of TimeUsing the computer with exposing the skin to the heat source of the computer or AC adaptor for a long period of time can cause a low-temperature burn.zDo not place the computer near a television or radio receiver.zKeep the computer away from magnets. Data stored on the hard disk may be lost.zInterface CableUse of an interface cable longer than 3 m (9.84 feet) is not recommended.<Only for models with wireless LAN/wireless WAN>Turn off*1 inside of airplanesRadio waves may obstruct the safe operations of the aircraft. Follow the instructions of the airline with regard to use on air-planes.Do not use near automatic doors, fire alarms, and other automatic control devicesRadio waves from this computer may affect automatic control devices, resulting in damage due to malfunctions.Turn off*1 in hospitals and other locations with electrical medical devices (do not bring into operating rooms, intensive care units, CCUs*2, etc.)Radio waves from this computer may affect electrical medical devices, resulting in damage due to malfunctions.Turn off*1 in hospitals and other locations with electrical medical devices (do not bring into operating rooms, intensive care units, CCUs*2, etc.)Radio waves from this computer may affect electrical medical devices, resulting in damage due to malfunctions.Turn off*1 in crowded areas, as persons wearing heart pacemakers may be nearbyPacemaker operations may be affected by radio waves. *1 If it is necessary to use the computer in these types of environments, turn the wireless LAN/wireless WAN power off using the wireless switch. Note, however, that use of computers even while the wireless LAN/wireless WAN is off may be prohibited during takeoff and landings, and at other times. *2 CCU: Coronary Care UnitPrecautions (Wireless LAN/Wireless WAN)

9Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendixDo Not Use with Any Other ComputerThe battery pack is rechargeable and was intended forthe specified computer or charger. If it is used with a com-puter other than the one for which it was designed, elec-trolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition or rupture mayresult.Do Not Charge the Battery Using the Methods OtherThan Indicated in This ManualIf the battery pack is not charged using one of the meth-ods indicated in this manual, electrolyte leakage, genera-tion of heat, ignition or rupture may result.Do Not Throw the Battery Pack into a Fire or Expose Itto Excessive HeatGeneration of heat, ignition or rupture may result.Avoid Extreme Heat (Near the Fire, in Direct Sunlight,for Example)Electrolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition or rupturemay result.Do Not Insert Sharp Objects into the Battery Pack,Expose It to Bumps or Shocks, Disassemble, or Mod-ify ItElectrolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition or rupturemay result.Do Not Short the Positive (+) and Negative (-) Con-tactsGeneration of heat, ignition or rupture may result. Do notplace the battery pack together with articles such as neck-laces or hairpins when carrying or storing.Do Not Use This Computer with a Battery Pack OtherThan the One SpecifiedUse only the specified battery pack (CF-VZSU47) withyour CF-W5. Use of battery packs other than those manu-factured and supplied by Panasonic may present a safetyhazard (generation of heat, ignition or rupture).zDo not touch the terminals on the battery pack. The battery pack may no longer function properly if the contacts are dirty or damaged.zDo not expose the battery pack to water, or allow it to become wet.zIf 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.zThis computer prevents overcharging of the battery by recharging only when the remaining power is less than approx. 95% (when Economy Mode (ECO) is enabled: 75%) of capacity.zThe 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.zShould 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.NOTEzThe battery pack may become warm during recharging or normal use. This is completely nor-mal.zRecharging will not commence if internal tempera-ture of the battery pack is outside of the allowable temperature range (0 °C to 55 °C {32 °F to 131 °F}). (Î Reference Manual “Battery Power” ) Once the allowable range requirement is satisfied, charging begins automatically. Note that the recharging time varies based on the usage condi-tions. (Recharging takes longer than usual when the temperature is 10 °C {50 °F} or below.)zIf the temperature is low, the operating time is shortened. Only use the computer within the allowable temperature range.zThe battery pack is a consumable item. If the amount of time the computer can be run by using a particular battery pack becomes dramatically shorter and repeated recharging does not restore its performance, the battery pack should be replaced with a new one. zWhen transporting a spare battery inside a pack-age, briefcase, etc., it is recommended that it be placed in a plastic bag so that its contacts are pro-tected.zAlways power off the computer when it is not in use. Leaving the computer on when the AC adap-tor is not connected will exhaust the remaining bat-tery capacity.Precautions (Battery Pack)

Antenna Location WLAN Aux Tx/Rx WLAN Main Tx/Rx BlueTooth Tx/Rx