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Panasonic CF-30 series Operating Instructions Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Contents
Getting Started
Introduction .................................................................
Read Me First .............................................................
Description of Parts ....................................................
First-time Operation ..................................................

Useful Information

On-screen Manual ....................................................
Handling and Maintenance .......................................
Hard Disk Backup Function (Recover Pro) ..............
Hard Disk Data Erase Utility .....................................
Reinstalling Software ................................................

Troubleshooting

Error Code/Message ................................................
Troubleshooting (Basic) ............................................
Hardware Diagnostics ..............................................
Appendix
LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT ...................
Specifi cations ...........................................................
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Personal Computer CF-30 series Model No. Contents Getting Started Introduction ..............Read Me First ............. Description of Parts ............ First-time Operation ..........Useful Information On-screen Manual ............ Handling and Maintenance ........Hard Disk Backup Function (Recover Pro) ....Hard Disk Data Erase Utility ........

  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic computer. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instruc- tions carefully. Terms and illustrations in these instructions Conditions that may result in minor or moderate injury. CAUTION Useful and helpful information. NOTE Enter : Press [Enter] key.

  • Page 3: Read Me First

    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.de Contact: Panasonic Services Europe A Division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Network connection. The terminal equipment is intended for connection to the following public network;...
  • Page 4 If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer. IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    Pour la France Bande de fréquences restreinte: Lors de l’utilisation de cet appareil sur le territoire français, vous ne pouvez le faire qu’ en utilisant les bandes de fréquences 10 et 11 (respectivement 2.457 MHz et 2.462 MHz). L’utilisation de cet appareil sur une autre bande prise en charge par celui-ci est interdite.

  • Page 6: Lithium Battery

    Read Me First Lithium Battery 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 misapplication may possibly occur. 15-E-1 802.11a Wireless LAN channel Use the following channels for 802.11a Wireless LAN.
  • Page 7 Using an AC adaptor other than the one supplied (attached an AC outlet specifi cally approved for such use. to your product or supplied by Panasonic) may result in a Do Not Do Anything That May Damage the AC Cord, the fi...
  • Page 8 80% charge level for normal tempera- product. Use of battery packs other than those manufactured ture mode. and supplied by Panasonic may present a safety hazard The battery pack is a consumable item. If the amount (generation of heat, ignition or rupture).

  • Page 9: Description Of Parts

    Description of Parts A: Bluetooth Antenna : Hard disk drive status <Only for model with Bluetooth> : Power status of the multimedia pocket Reference Manual “Bluetooth” : Battery status Reference Manual “Battery Power” B: ExpressCard Slot : Power status Reference Manual “PC Card / ExpressCard” (Off: Power off/Hibernation, Green: Power on, C: PC Card Slot Blinking green: Standby)
  • Page 10 Description of Parts Right side 1394 Rear side Bottom A: Hard Disk Drive N: Headphone Jack You can connect headphones or amplifi ed speakers. Reference Manual “Hard Disk Drive” When they are connected, audio from the internal B: SD Memory Card Slot speakers is not heard.
  • Page 11 Attaching the stylus to the computer (only for model with touchscreen) Use the tether to attach the stylus to the computer so you will not lose it. There are holes (A) to attach it.

  • Page 12: First-Time Operation

    Preparation A Check and identify the supplied accessories. If you do not fi nd the described accessories, contact Panasonic Technical Support. • AC Adaptor ..1 • AC Cord ..1 •...

  • Page 13: Turn On The Computer

    When the CPU temperature is high, the computer may not start up to prevent overheating of the CPU. Wait until the computer cools down, and then turn the power on again. If the computer does not power on even after cooling down, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Setup Windows. A Follow the on-screen instructions.
  • Page 14 First-time Operation <For MUI OS model> Install Adobe Reader. NOTE Install Adobe Reader to read the Important Tips and the Reference Manual. Click [start] - [Run], input the following, then click [OK]. English: [c:\util\reader\m\AdbeRdr70_enu_full.exe] Dutch: [c:\util\reader\nl\AdbeRdr70_nld_full.exe] Finnish: [c:\util\reader\fi \AdbeRdr70_suo_full.exe] French: [c:\util\reader\f\AdbeRdr70_fra_full.exe] German: [c:\util\reader\g\AdbeRdr70_deu_full.exe] Italian: [c:\util\reader\t\AdbeRdr70_ita_full.exe] Norwegian: [c:\util\reader\no\AdbeRdr70_nor_full.exe]...
  • Page 15 [start] - [All Programs] - [Windows Update] Do not apply “Driver Updates” even if a message to update a driver appears. If a driver update is required, contact Panasonic Technical Support. If the message “Your computer might be at risk” is displayed Select on the notifi...

  • Page 16: On-Screen Manual

    The Important Tips will provide you with the helpful information about the battery and touchscreen. Read to use the battery pack in the optimum condition to obtain longer operation time. To access the Important Tips: A Double-click on the desktop. Alternatively click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals] - [Important Tips].

  • Page 17: Handling And Maintenance

    Handling and Maintenance Operation environment Place the computer on a fl at stable surface. Do not place the computer upright or turn it over. If the computer is exposed to an extremely strong impact, it may become inoperable. Temperature: Operation : 5 °C to 35 °C Storage : -20°C to 60 °C Humidity: Operation : 30% to 80% RH (No condensation)
  • Page 18 Note that this service is only available in certain regions. http://www.absolute.com Turn on or restart the computer, and press while [Panasonic] boot screen is dis- played. The Setup Utility starts up. If the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password.

  • Page 19: Hard Disk Backup Function (Recover Pro)

    Hard Disk Backup Function (Recover Pro) The Recover Pro creates a backup area (storage area) on the hard disk to back up (store) the hard disk data, and re- stores the backup data to its original location when it is lost or corrupted by operational errors or other factors. You do not need external media or peripheral devices to back up or restore hard disk data on this computer.
  • Page 20 [Run]. The computer restarts, and “Phoenix Always” screen appears. Alternatively turn on or restart the computer, and hold down F4 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed until “Phoenix Always” screen appears. Click [Protect / Recover], and click [Phoenix Recover Pro 6].

  • Page 21: Hard Disk Data Erase Utility

    Preparation Prepare the following items: The Product Recovery DVD-ROM (included) Panasonic CD/DVD drive for the multimedia pocket (optional) (refer to recent catalogs and other sources for information about the products available) Remove all peripherals (except for the CD/DVD drive). Connect the AC adaptor and do not remove it until hard disk data erase is complete.

  • Page 22: Reinstalling Software

    Preparation Prepare the following items: The Product Recovery DVD-ROM (included) Panasonic CD/DVD drive for the multimedia pocket (optional) (refer to recent catalogs and other sources for information about the products available) Remove all peripherals (except for the CD/DVD drive). Connect the AC adaptor and do not remove it until reinstallation is complete.
  • Page 23 Turn on the computer, and press several times while [Panasonic] boot screen is dis- played. The Setup Utility starts up. If the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password. Press At the confi rmation message, select [Yes] and then press Enter .

  • Page 24: Error Code/Message

    Slide the power switch for four seconds or longer to turn off the computer, confi rm that the RAM module conforms to the specifi cations, and reinsert it. To start the Setup Utility A Restart the computer. B Press F2 several times while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting (Basic)

    Follow the instructions below when a problem has occurred. There is also an advanced troubleshooting guide in the “Reference Manual”. For a software problem, refer to the software’s instruction manual. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. You can also check the computer’s status in the PC Information Viewer Reference Manual “Troubleshooting (Advanced)”).

  • Page 26: Entering Password

    B Click [Tools] - [Check Now]. C Select the option in [Check disk options] and click [Start]. Start the computer in Safe Mode and check the error details. When the [Panasonic] boot F8 until the Windows Advanced Options screen disappears at startup, press and hold Menu is displayed.
  • Page 27 Display The screen does not be- The brightness is set low to avoid malfunction where surrounding temperature is high. Use it in an environment of between 5°C and 35°C. come bright even if pressing Fn + F2 . The LCD brightness chang- Intel(R) Display Power Saving Technology is active and automatically changes the LCD brightness.
  • Page 28 Troubleshooting (Basic) Recover Pro Cannot install Recover Pro Recover Pro cannot be installed when four primary partitions exist. Reduce the number of primary partitions to three or less before installation. You can check the number of the primary partitions in the order of [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Mainte- nance] - [Administrative Tools] - [Computer Management] - [Disk Management].

  • Page 29: Hardware Diagnostics

    If it appears that the hardware installed in this computer is not operating properly, you can use the PC-Diagnostic Utility to determine whether or not there is a problem. If the utility discovers a problem in the hardware, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Hardware that can be checked using the PC-Diagnostic Utility Software cannot be checked using this utility.
  • Page 30 9) During the diagnostic check, do not remove the AC adaptor, or attach any peripheral devices. Turn on or restart the computer, and press for several times while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. The Setup Utility starts up. If the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password.
  • Page 31 If the display is red and the message “Check Result TEST FAILED” is displayed, you can assume that there is a problem with the computer’s hardware. Confi rm which hardware component is displayed as red, and contact Panasonic Technical Support. If the display is green and the message “Check Result TEST PASSED” is displayed, the computer’s hardware is operating normally.

  • Page 32: Limited Use License Agreement

    LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT ® THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM(S) (“PROGRAMS”) FURNISHED WITH THIS PANASONIC PRODUCT (“PROD- UCT”) 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.

  • Page 33: Specifications

    Specifi cations This page provides the specifi cations for the basic model CF-30CTQAZBE/CF-30CTQAZL2/CF-30C3UAZBE/CF-30C3UAZL2. The model number is different according to the unit confi guration. To check the model number: Check the bottom of the computer or the box the computer came in at the time of purchase. To check CPU speed, memory size and the hard disk drive (HDD) size: Run the Setup Utility ( Reference Manual “Setup Utility”) and select [Information] menu.
  • Page 34 When using ExpressCard/34, the card slot cover cannot be closed. Operation has been tested and confi rmed using Panasonic SD Memory Cards with a capacity of up to 2 GB. The transfer rate using the SD Memory Card slot on this computer is 8 MB per second. (This is a theoretical value, and differs from actual speeds.)
  • Page 35 MEMO...

  • Page 36: Energy Star

    Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations. 22-E-1 Importer’s name & address pursuant to the EU GPSD directive 2001/95/EC/Art.5 Panasonic Computer Products Europe, Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Hagenauer Straße 43 65203 Wiesbaden Germany ©...

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