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Panasonic CF-27 series Reference Manual

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Key Combinations .............................................
LED Indicators ...................................................
Touchscreen .....................................................
Panasonic Hand Writing.................................
Suspend/Hibernation Functions ...................
Security Measures..........................................
Computing On The Road................................
Battery Power .................................................
Using PC Cards ..............................................
Adding Memory ..............................................
Port Replicator ................................................
Using a Printer ................................................
Using an External Display .............................
Using USB Devices ........................................
Infrared Data Communications .....................
Modem .............................................................
Hard Disk Drive ...............................................
Setup Utility ....................................................
Technical Information ....................................
List of Error Codes .........................................
DMI Viewer ......................................................
Dealing With Problems ...................................
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Contents Key Combinations ..........LED Indicators ........... Touch Pad ......... (Advanced) Touchscreen ............. Panasonic Hand Writing......... Suspend/Hibernation Functions ....Security Measures.......... Computing On The Road........ Battery Power ..........Using a Multimedia Pocket Device....Using PC Cards ..........Adding Memory ..........

  • Page 2: Note

    Key Combinations CAUTION Do not press the following key combinations repeatedly in (quick) succession. Do not press the following key combinations while using the touch pad (touchscreen or mouse) or other keys. Functions Popup Window LCD brightness con- Hold down the Fn key and press F2 to change the Is displayed Fn + F2 when the bright-...

  • Page 3: Led Indicators

    LED Indicators Caps Lock This indicator lights green when Caps Lock is pressed. Subsequent non- shifted input is capitalized. These indicators light green when NumLk is pressed and then Key Pad is NumLk (Numeric key) pressed while holding down the Fn key. This causes a portion of the keyboard to function as a numeric keypad.
  • Page 4 Touch Pad (Advanced) Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display and perform normal computer operations. Work Surface NOTE The touch pad has been designed to work only when a finger is used. Therefore, do not use any implement on the touch pad. The touch pad has the following two modes of operation.

  • Page 5: Touch Pad (Advanced) 8

    Touch Pad (Advanced) Basic Operation Wheel Indicates an operation applicable to the Microsoft ® IntelliMouse Wheel mode. Original Indicates an operation applicable to the original mode. Function Touch Pad Operation Moving the Cursor Wheel Move the tip of your finger Original lightly over the surface.

  • Page 6: Touch Pad (Advanced)

    Touch Pad (Advanced) Function Touch Pad Operation Pan* Wheel Scroll in various directions of a document (move the mouse slightly while Operate while holding down the two buttons. holding down the wheel) Zoom* Wheel Magnify Ctrl + Magnify/reduce the display of Reduce a document.
  • Page 7 Touch Pad (Advanced) CAUTION When you want to re-enable the touch pad and touchscreen; Uninstall the driver or application software of an external mouse or trackball device. (Refer to the manual of the external device.) If the explanation of uninstalling the driver or application software can not be found in the manual of the external device, execute the following steps.
  • Page 8 Touchscreen Your computer is equipped with a touchscreen display allowing you to perform the same operations as the touch pad or mouse by touching the surface of the display with your finger. The following explanation gives one example (for the default settings). The op- eration settings can be changed.
  • Page 9 Touchscreen Configuring the Touchscreen When needed, the touchscreen can be configured using the following steps. Select from the taskbar and then select [TouchScreen] or select [TouchScreen] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Mouse] The following screen will appear. Test Test for the “Double click settings”.

  • Page 10: Panasonic Hand Writing

    Begin drawing only after other applica- tions have been closed. NOTE Changing the number of colors of the display may affect the Panasonic Hand Writing screen. If the screen is affected, click on the taskbar with the right mouse button, close the application by selecting [Exit Panasonic Hand Writing], and then run Panasonic Hand Writing again.
  • Page 11 Pasting is not possible to applications that do not support the bitmap format. Cancel the Touch Pad mode Confirm that the [Panasonic Hand Writing] window is active, and then press the left button of the touch pad. NOTE In the following cases, the Touch Pad mode is automatically cancelled.

  • Page 12: Suspend/Hibernation Functions

    Suspend/Hibernation Functions Starting Up Your Computer Quickly If you want to immediately start up and continue an application after shutting down your computer, you can do so by using the suspend or hibernation function. NOTE With Windows 98, the “Suspend” is called “Standby”. Differences between the suspend and hibernation functions Function Suspend function...
  • Page 13 Suspend/Hibernation Functions NOTE With the method below, you can shut down the computer by using the suspend function. Fn + F7 page In [Start] - [Shut Down], select [Stand by]. Resuming Operation Slide the power switch If the security indicator ( ) is displayed, your password has been set.
  • Page 14 Suspend/Hibernation Functions Precautions for Using the Suspend or Hibernation Function Save all data before powering off your computer. Do not use the suspend or hibernation function when using in a network environment. When restarting from or shutting down to the suspend or hibernation mode, do not touch the touch pad or touchscreen (or move the mouse (serial or PS/2 type) if one is connected).

  • Page 15: Security Measures

    Security Measures To prevent unauthorized access of your computer, the various security measures are provided below. Situation Function to use Reference You do not want your computer to be used without permission Supervisor Password below User Password You do not want the data on the hard disk to be read, or data to Hard Disk Lock below be written to the hard disk, in cases including theft.
  • Page 16 Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password. Do not forget your password. If your Supervisor Password is forgotten you will be unable to use your computer. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. When running the Setup Utility, do not leave your computer even for a short time.
  • Page 17 Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your User Pass- word. Do not forget your password. If a password is forgotten, you will be unable to use your computer. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. When running the Setup Utility, do not leave your computer even for a short time.
  • Page 18 User Password for security reasons. Using , select [Hard Disk Lock], then press Enter NOTE If [Hard Disk Lock] is not displayed, contact Panasonic Technical Support. To enable the Hard Disk Lock Select [Enable], then press Enter At the [Caution], press Enter .
  • Page 19 Security Measures Preventing theft or damage to data using a floppy disk You may choose to protect the data on your computer from being accessed illegally or overwritten accidentally by using a floppy disk. You can also set your computer to be unbootable from a floppy disk.

  • Page 20: Computing On The Road

    Computing On The Road Conserving Power One of the main features of notebook-type computers is that you have the power of computing away from your home or office. In the following, information is provided on how to maximize use of the battery pack which is necessary for such computing. Four Important Points POINT Be sure to charge your battery before and after use.

  • Page 21: Battery Power

    Blinking red* Battery pack or charger may not be working properly. Quickly remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adapter, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Blinking orange Battery capacity being refreshed. Blinking orange Unable to recharge due to violation of temperature limits.
  • Page 22 Battery Power When the Remaining Battery Charge Becomes Low Save your data and power off your computer Following that: Plug in the AC adapter, and fully charge your battery. Use a spare battery if you have one. If you have neither the AC adapter nor an extra battery, power the computer off. If the suspend or hibernation function is set Red indicator lights Suspend Mode or Hibernation Mode...
  • Page 23 Time until fully charged] even if the remaining battery power is about 97% (e.g., when unplugging then plugging the AC adapter above 95%). When the Panasonic Battery Monitor is being displayed, the System standby (Suspend timeout function, [Power Schemes] in [Control Panel] - [Power Man-...
  • Page 24 Battery Power Accurately Displaying Battery Capacity The battery pack has a function for measuring, storing, and learning about battery ca- pacity. Using this function properly to accurately display remaining battery capacity re- quires that the battery pack be fully charged (charged to 100%), then fully discharged, and then fully charged again.
  • Page 25 Battery Power Replacing the Battery Pack When the charge provided by your battery pack is supplied for only a short period of time, even after fully charging according to the instructions, it may be time to replace your battery pack. The battery pack is a consumable item and therefore will require replacement (CF-VZSU04).
  • Page 26 Battery Power Cover Put the cover back into place Put the inside cover (This is shown by dotted line in the figure) back into place and attach the cover holding both sides. Slide the latches. Inside Cover CAUTION Be sure the battery pack is properly connected to the connector. Do not allow the battery connector to touch any portion of the computer.

  • Page 27: Using A Multimedia Pocket Device

    Using a Multimedia Pocket Device You may use an optional CD-ROM pack (CF-VCD271), DVD-ROM drive pack (CF- VDD272) or SuperDisk drive pack (CF-VFS271/272) by removing your floppy disk drive from the multimedia pocket. For more information, read the manual that accompanies the CD-ROM pack, DVD-ROM drive pack or SuperDisk drive pack.
  • Page 28 Using a Multimedia Pocket Device Using the Floppy Disk Drive as an External Drive Parallel Port You may use the floppy disk drive as an external drive that is connected through the parallel port, by using an optional FDD cable (CF-VCF271). In the operating instructions for the FDD cable (CF-VCF271), directions are given to turn the power off before connecting the floppy disk drive by using the cable, but with this computer, the floppy disk drive can be attached or removed while the power is...

  • Page 29: Using Pc Cards

    Using PC Cards PC Card Your computer has two PC Card slots. These slots conform to the PC Card Standard; Type I or II therefore, communications or SCSI devices, etc., may be utilized. The slots allow you Two cards can be used to use two Type I or Type II cards (or one Type I and one Type II), or one Type III card.

  • Page 30: Adding Memory

    Adding Memory RAM Module CAUTION Use a RAM module meeting the RAM module specifications below. If a module is used that does not meet the specifications, there are cases in which data may become unusable or the computer may not operate properly. RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity.

  • Page 31: Port Replicator

    Port Replicator A port replicator is available as an option (CF-VEB272A). This device eliminates the hassles of having you connect/disconnect the various cables when carrying your com- puter around and allows a variety of peripherals to be connected including a head- phone, microphone, or external display, etc.

  • Page 32: Using A Printer

    Using a Printer Power off your computer “Starting Up/Shutting Down”) Do not shut down using the suspend* or hibernation mode. * With Windows 98, the “Suspend” is called “Standby”. Connect the printer to your computer Turn on the printer, then turn on your computer with the LCD panel opened Parallel Port Setting your printer...

  • Page 33: Using An External Display

    Using an External Display The optional port replicator ( page 31) or the external display port adapter (CF-VEB274) is required for use with an external display. Power off your computer “Starting Up/Shutting Down”) Do not shut down using the suspend* or hibernation mode. * With Windows 98, the “Suspend”...
  • Page 34 Select [OK] NOTE Depending on the software application, there are some applications (Panasonic Hand Writing etc.) that cannot be used in the Dual-Display Mode. When the button to maximize a window is pressed, one of the displays will show the maximized display.
  • Page 35 Using an External Display CAUTION When the application running is not shown on the display, refer to the following items. (Under the condition the application is in the external display (external display [2]), or after the application is closed in the external display, there are cases the application will not be shown in the display when executed the next time if the Position of the Extension Display is changed or the Dual-Display Mode is closed.) When there is no display after the Position of the Extension Display is changed:...
  • Page 36 Using an External Display Possible Screen Area and Color Settings in the Dual-Display Mode External Display Internal LCD 256 Colors 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 800 x 600 256 Colors 800 x 600 High Color (16 bit) External Display Internal LCD High Color (16 bit)

  • Page 37: Using Usb Devices

    Using USB Devices Power off your computer “Starting Up/Shutting Down”) Do not shut down using the suspend* or hibernation mode. Connect the USB device to your computer NOTE For more detailed information, refer to the operation manual of the USB device. USB Port CAUTION When a USB device is connected, there are cases the suspend* or hiberna-...

  • Page 38: Infrared Data Communications

    Infrared Data Communications Preparations for Infrared Data Communications Set the address of your infrared communications port to enable. ( below) Position your computer so that the port is face-to-face with the port of another computer. Be sure the computers are not in direct contact with one another. A port-to-port distance of 20 cm to 50 cm {8 "...

  • Page 39: Modem

    Modem Connecting to a telephone line and settings Connecting a telephone line to the internal modem It is not possible to connect the internal modem to any of the following lines. Internal home phones Intercoms CAUTION Internal Modem Do not use the PBX internal phone lines installed in company of- fices.

  • Page 40: Hard Disk Drive

    Hard Disk Drive To change your hard disk drive, contact Panasonic Technical Support CAUTION To customers: To change your hard disk, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Be sure to back up all important data before the change. If [Hard Disk Lock] is set to [Enable] in the Setup Utility, change this to [Disable] before the change.

  • Page 41: Setup Utility

    Setup Utility Running the Setup Utility To run the Setup Utility, you Upon seeing press Press <F2> to enter SETUP need to restart your computer. this message NOTE Press F2 while [Press <F2> to enter SETUP] is displayed. The Setup Utility will not run if is not pressed soon after the computer starts.
  • Page 42 Setup Utility Main Menu BIOS Version: Vx.xxLxx System Time: [xx:xx:xx] System Date: [xx/xx/xxxx] System Memory: xxxxxKB Primary Master: xxxxMB Secondary Master: None NumLock: [On] Touch Pad [Enable] Touchscreen [Enable] Speaker [Enable] Internal MIC [Enable] Display [External Monitor] Display Expansion [Disable] Parameters : Default) NumLock...
  • Page 43 Setup Utility Advanced Menu If starting up the Setup Utility with the User Password, [Advanced] Menu can not be set. Serial port A:* [Enable] Base I/O: [3F8/IRQ4] Serial port B:* [Disable] IrDA Port:* [Enable] Base I/O: [3E8/IRQ11] DMA: [DMA1] Parallel port:* [Enable] Mode: [Bi-directional]...
  • Page 44 Setup Utility Advanced Menu Parameters : Default) Disable Sound Controller Enable CardBus Controller A Disable Enable Internal Modem Disable Enable Security Menu Boot Up Drive: [A:/C:] Floppy Operation: [Enable] Set Supervisor Password: [Enter] Hard Disk Lock: [Disable] User Password Protection: [No Protection] Set User Password: [Enter]...
  • Page 45 Setup Utility Power Menu Power Management Mode : [Enable (Always)] HDD motor timeout: 1 min ECO mode timeout: 2 min Power Switch: [Hibernation] Hibernation Timeout: * [Never] Fn+F7/Fn+F10 key [Enable] CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Drive Speed : [High] * The [Suspend Timeout] item will be displayed when [Power Switch] is set to [Suspend]. Both [Hibernation Timeout] and [Suspend Timeout] may not be displayed when [Power Switch] is set to [Off].
  • Page 46 Setup Utility Exit Menu Save Values & Exit NOTE Exit Without Saving Changes Get Default Values If the Supervisor Password or User Load Previous Values Password has been set, the pass- Save Current Values word must be entered before the computer can start.

  • Page 47: Technical Information

    Technical Information Network / Communication Software The network connection may be severed under the condition the power of the display is OFF (for energy conservation purposes) and suspend (hibernation) mode. When network or communication software is to be used, set [System standby], [Turn off monitor] and [Turn off hard disks] (in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Power Management]) to [Never].

  • Page 48: List Of Error Codes

    If your system displays one of except the messages marked below with an asterisk (*), write down the message and contact Panasonic Technical Support. If your system fails after you make changes in the Setup menus, reset the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error.
  • Page 49 List of Error Codes 02F5: DMA Test Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to extended DMA (Direct Memory Access) registers. 02F6: Software NMI Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot generate software NMI (Non-Maskable Interrupt). 02F7: Fail - Safe Timer NMI Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Fail-Safe Timer takes too long.

  • Page 50: Dmi Viewer

    CPU and memory. Running DMI Viewer Select [DMI Viewer] from [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic]. The screen shown below is displayed. When you click on an item, detailed information on that item will be displayed.

  • Page 51: Dealing With Problems

    Dealing With Problems When a problem occurs, refer to this page. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Starting Up The power indicator or Check the cable connection for the AC adapter. battery indicator is not lit Check to see if a fully charged battery is properly installed.
  • Page 52 Dealing With Problems Display Unable to connect an ex- The optional port replicator or the external display port adapter is required. ternal display page page No display after powering At the time of purchase, the display setting is preset for an external display. If you connect an external display, the screen is displayed on the external display.
  • Page 53 Check to see if the hard disk is full. If it is full, delete unnecessary files. Your hard disk content may be corrupted. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. When the previous item Try testing another drive or media.
  • Page 54 It is necessary to make these settings with the timeout functions of Win- dows 98 (in [Control Panel] - [Power Management]). [Hard Disk Lock] is not The internal battery maintaining the clock may need to be replaced. Contact Panasonic displayed Technical Support.
  • Page 55 If a switch is made to the Touch Pad mode in Panasonic Hand Writing, any external mouse or trackball connecting to the external keyboard/mouse port will not oper- ate. Reconnect the device after quitting the Touch Pad mode. When the cursor cannot be operated via the Touch Pad, reconnect the device.
  • Page 56 Dealing With Problems System File Checker The message [System Microsoft Corporation has announced that, with a computer in which Internet File Checker identified Explorer 5.01 is installed, if the [System File Checker] from the [Tools] menu in [Start] that the following file may - [Programs] - [Accessories] - [System Tools] - [System Information] is executed, the be corrupted] appears following may occur.
  • Page 57 Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Imation, the Imation Logo, the circle-pyramid logo, SuperDisk and SuperDisk logo are trademarks of Imation Corp. Acrobat is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Panasonic is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. PCE0042A_98...

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