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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Personal Computer
Model No. CF-73 Series
Contents
Getting Started
Read Me First.................................................. 3
Names and Functions of Parts ........................ 9
First-time Operation ...................................... 11
XP
Reference Manual
• Read Me First • LED Indicators
• Key Combinations
Operation
Starting Up/Shutting Down ............................ 15
Touch Pad ..................................................... 18
Reference Manual ..
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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. 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 NOTE: NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information. CAUTION: CAUTION indicates a con
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Read Me First For U.S.A. Federal Communications Commission Radio This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation Frequency Interference Statement is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with (2) This device must accept any interference received, including the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the interference that may cause undesired operat
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Read Me First 9. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it Notice for the products using LCD unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic This product uses one or more fluorescent lamps containing a device to send any message via a telephone fax machine un- small amount of mercury. It also contains lead in some compo- less such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or nents. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your com- bottom of each transmitt
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Industry Canada RF Exposure Warning This product complies with RSS210 Industry Canada. This equipment has been approved for mobile operation, and Operation is subject to the following two conditions; unless otherwise advised in separate supplemental instructions (1) this device may not cause interference, and for individual wireless transmitter(s), requires minimum 20cm (2) this device must accept any interference, including
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Read Me First Important Safety Instructions / Importantes Mesures De Sécurité When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precau- Certaines mesures de sécurité doivent être prises pendant tions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, l’utilisation de matérial téléphonique afin de réduire les electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: risques d’incendie, de choc électrique et de blessures. En voici quelquesunes: 1.Do not use this product near water, for exa
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CD/DVD Drive Caution Bottom CAUTION! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. LASER KLASSE1 REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. AVERTISSEMENT! CET APPAREIL UTILISE UN LASER. L’UTILISATION DE COMMANDES OU DE RÉGLAGES OU Laser safety information is appropriate only when drive with laser is L’EXÉCUTION
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Read Me First Precautions (Battery Pack) Care should be exercised with regard to the following in or- If the battery pack will not be used for a long period of time der to avoid the possibility of overheating, fire or damage. (a month or more), charge or discharge (use) the battery pack until the remaining battery level becomes 30% to 40% and Avoid Heat store it in a cool, dry place. Do not throw the battery pack into a fire or ex- This computer prevents overcharging of the battery by re- pose i
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Names and Functions of Parts CAUTION Do not allow metallic objects or mag- Wireless LAN Antenna netic media to come near these areas. ( “Wireless LAN”) • If floppy disks, magnetic memory cards, or other magnetic media ap- LED Indicators proach these areas, there is a risk that data will be destroyed. Battery pack status ( “Battery Power”) Power status ( “LED Indicators”) Suction Vent CAUTION Remove any accumulated dust using LCD a vacuum cleaner. Do not blo
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Names and Functions of Parts Modem ( “Modem”) Headphone Jack Use this jack to connect head- EXT. I/O Box Connector phones or amplifier-equipped speakers. Audio output from the in- For connecting printer, external mouse, keyboard, ternal speaker is disabled when etc., through the I/O box (optional). headphones or external speakers are ( “Port Replicator / I/O Box”) connected. Ventilation Hole This hole allows heat to exit. CAUTION Do not block or place the computer in a location that may prev
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First-time Operation Read the steps below to help you learn what parts are included, and to gain an understanding of some basic computer-related operations. 1 Confirm the inclusion of all parts. Make sure the parts shown in the figure have been supplied. If any of these items are missing or are not working properly, contact Panasonic Technical Support. ( page 42) A AC C Adaptor Adaptor ............. .............1 1 AC Cord ................1 Battery Pack ........1 Model No: CF-AA1653A Model No:
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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 de- DC IN 15.6 V vice except the battery pack and AC adaptor to the computer. Handling the AC adaptor Do not twist or pull the AC
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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]. NOTE 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,
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First-time Operation 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 En- larger]. 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. ( “Loupe Utility”)
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Starting Up/Shutting Down Starting Up Latch 1 Open the display. 1 Pull the carrying handle forward. 3 2 Lift up the latch. 3 Lift open the display. 2 1 2 Turn your computer on. Power Press the power switch and hold it for approximately one second until the power indi- Indicator cator turns on before releasing it. CAUTION While booting, avoid the following until the hard disk drive indicator has turned off. • Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor. • Touching the power switch. • Performing a
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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. NOTE The power saving function is factory set, so if there is no input from a key, the touch pad, the touchscreen or an external mouse (when one is connected) for a certain interval of
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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.
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Touch Pad Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the screen and perform normal computer operations. Function Operation Work Surface Moving the Cursor Move the tip of your finger lightly over the work surface. Tapping/Clicking or tapping clicking Right Button To right-click: click with the right button. Left Button Double-Tapping/ or Double-Clicking double-tapping double-clicking or Dragging Two quick taps, but on the While holding down the but- second tap leaving your fin- ton, moving your fin
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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.) How to access the Reference M
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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 humid- ity may result in deterioration of the product, which can le
