Page 1: Table Of Contents
For further information about the com- puter, you can refer to the on-screen manual. To access the on-screen manual Î Î page 15 “On-screen Manual” Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Contents Getting Started...
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 CAUTION NOTE Enter : Fn + F5 : (Start) - [All Programs]: Î : z Some illustrations are simplified to help your understanding and may look different from the actual unit.
Page 3: Read Me First
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differ- ent from that to which the receiver is connected. z Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experi- enced radio/TV technician for help. Warning To assure continued compliance, use only shielded inter- face cables when connecting to a computer or peripheral.
Page 4 Read Me First 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...
Page 5 R&TTE, please contact our web address: http://www.doc.panasonic.de Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9 (2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Service Europe, a division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, F.R. Germany Network connection.
Page 6 Read Me First Information to the User <Only for model with wireless LAN/Bluetooth> This product and your Health This 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.
Page 7 Panasonic cannot be held responsible in any way for any damages or loss resulting from the use of this unit in these types of equipment, devices or systems, etc.
Page 8 Use only the specified battery pack (CF-VZSU43AU) with your product. Use of battery packs other than those man- ufactured and supplied by Panasonic may present a safety hazard (generation of heat, ignition or rupture). z Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack. The battery pack may no longer function properly if the contacts are dirty or damaged.
Page 9: Description Of Parts
Description of Parts A :Speaker Î Reference Manual “Key Combinations” B :USB port Î Reference Manual “USB Devices” C :Stylus holder D :Multimedia pocket Î Reference Manual “Multimedia Pocket” E : Hard disk drive Î Reference Manual “Hard Disk Drive” F : Carrying handle G :Wireless LAN antenna <Only for model with wireless LAN>...
Page 10 Description of Parts Right side EX PC Rear side A :ExpressCard slot Î Reference Manual “PC Card / ExpressCard” B :PC Card slot Î Reference Manual “PC Card / ExpressCard” C :Smart Card slot <Only for model with Smart Card slot> Î...
Page 11: First-Time Operation
„ Preparation A Check and identify the supplied accessories. If you do not find the described accessories, contact Panasonic Technical Support (Î page 35). • AC Adaptor ..1 • AC Cord ..1 Model No: CF-AA1683A •...
Page 12 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 (Î page 35). Setup Windows. A Follow the on-screen instructions.
Page 13 NOTE z PC Information Viewer This computer periodically records the management information including the hard disk information such as number of hours powered-on, number of times powered-on, internal temperature, replacement sector. The maximum data volume for each record is 750 byte. These information are only used for estimating the cause when the hard disk goes down by any possibility.
Page 14 First-time Operation F Follow the on-screen instructions to make the settings, and click [Finish]. Wait until formatting is completed. NOTE z You can create an additional partition using remaining unallocated space or newly creating unallocated space. z To delete a partition, right-click the partition and click [Delete Volume] in the step C. Regarding Windows Vista You can select the Classic view of Control Panel or the Classic Start menu.
Page 15: On-Screen Manual
The Reference Manual contains the practical information to help you fully enjoy the computer’s performance. To access the Reference Manual: A Double-click on the desktop. z Alternatively click (Start) - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals] - [Reference Manual]. Contents z Regarding Windows Vista z Key Combinations z Touchscreen...
Page 16: Handling And Maintenance
Handling and Maintenance Operation Environment z Place the computer on a flat 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. z Temperature: Operation: 5 °C to 35 °C {41 °F to 95 °F} Storage: -20°C to 60 °C {- 4 °F to 140 °F} Humidity:...
Page 17 Do not apply water or detergent directly to the computer, since liquid may enter inside of the computer and cause malfunction or damage. ® software. ® software for installation and available service regions. Note that this while [Panasonic] boot screen is dis- Enter Enter Enter...
Page 18: Hard Disk Backup/Restore Function
Connect the AC adaptor and do not remove it until restoration is complete. Turn on the computer, and when [Panasonic] boot screen disappears, press and hold z If [Enter Password] is displayed during the following procedure, input the Supervisor Password or the User Password.
Page 19: Hard Disk Data Erase Utility
At the confirmation message, click [YES]. Click [Continue]. Click [Continue] again. Click [YES]. Erasing the hard disk data starts. After erasing is completed, remove the Product Recovery DVD-ROM and click [OK]. while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. until [Optical Drive] is...
Page 20: Reinstalling Software
Turn on the computer, and press The Setup Utility starts up. z If the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password. Hard disk while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. Partition with recovery tools (approximately 2 GB)
Page 21 Press At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and then press Enter. The Setup Utility settings excluding the password(s) will return to the default values. Press At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter. The Setup Utility will close, and the computer will restart. Perform the “First-time Operation”...
Page 22: Error Code/Message
Error Code/Message Follow the instructions below when an error message or code appears. If the problem persists or if the error code/mes- sage is not shown here, contact Panasonic Technical Support (Î page 35). Error Code/Message z Disconnect external keyboard or mouse.
Page 23: Troubleshooting (Basic)
“Reference Manual”. For a software problem, refer to the software’s instruction manual. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support (Î page 35). You can also check the computer’s status in the PC Information Viewer Reference Manual “Checking the Computer’s Usage Status”).
Page 24: Shutting Down
Remove all peripheral devices. z Check to see if there was a disk error. z Start the computer in Safe Mode and check the error details. When the [Panasonic] boot „ Entering Password z The computer may be in ten-key mode.
Page 25 „ Display z When using the Extended Desktop, use the same display colors for the external display During Simultaneous dis- as those used by the LCD. play, one of the screens z If you continue to experience problems, try changing the display. becomes disordered.
Page 26: 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. Software cannot be checked using this utility.
Page 27 Press At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter. The computer will restart. Press while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. Ctrl When the PC-Diagnostic Utility starts up, it will automatically begin the diagnostic check for all hardware compo- nents.
Page 28 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. Confirm which hardware component is displayed as red, and contact Panasonic Technical Support (Î page 35). If the display is green and the message “Check Result TEST PASSED” is displayed, the computer’s hardware is operating normally.
Page 29: Limited Use License Agreement
LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM(S) (“PROGRAMS”) FURNISHED WITH THIS PANASONIC 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 30 Contrat de licence d’usage limité Le(s) logiciel(s) (les “Logiciels”) fournis avec ce produit Panasonic licence à l’utilisateur ultime (“vous”), et ils ne peuvent être utilisés que conformément aux clauses contractuelles cidessous. En utilisant les logiciels, vous vous engagez de manière définitive à respecter les termes, clauses et conditions des présentes.
Page 31: Specifications
Specifications This page provides the specifications for the basic model CF-74GCDADJM / CF-74GCDCDJM / CF-74GCDEDJM / CF-74HCDAZJM / CF-74GCDBDJM / CF-74GCDDDJM / CF-74GCDFDJM / CF-74HCDBZJM. The model number is different according to the unit configuration. z To check the model number: Check the bottom of the computer or the box the computer came in at the time of purchase.
Page 32 Specifications „ Main Specifications RAM Module Slot 200-pin, 1.8 V, SO-DIMM, DDR2 SDRAM, PC2-5300 Compliant Interface USB port (4-pin, USB 2.0) x 2, Serial Port (Dsub 9-pin male), Modem port (RJ-11), LAN port (RJ-45), External display port (Mini Dsub 15-pin female), Expansion Bus Connector (Dedicated 65-pin female), Microphone Jack (Miniature jack, 3.5 DIA, Stereo), Headphone Jack (Miniature jack, 3.5 DIA, Impedance 32 Keyboard / Pointing Device...
Page 33 Enter , and refer to the Platform Module (TPM)”. Operation has been tested and confirmed using Panasonic SD Memory Cards with a capacity of up to 2 GB. Operation on other SD equipment is not guaranteed. This computer is not compatible with MultiMediaCards.
Page 34: Limited Warranty
Panasonic Computer Solutions Company (referred to as “Panasonic”) will repair the products listed below with new or rebuilt parts, free of charge in the U.S.A. or other Panasonic approved location for the period specified below from the date of original purchase in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship.
Page 35 This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. For technical support or to arrange for service on your Panasonic computer product, call our toll-free 24 hour hotline at 1-800- LAPTOP5.
Page 36 No Coverage – This limited warranty does not apply if the disk(s) or other media has been used in other than a Panasonic product, or in environmental conditions other than those specified by PCI or the manufacturer, or if subjected to misuse, neglect, mishandling, modification or attempted modification of the program, or if damaged by accident or act of God.
Page 37 GARANTIE LIMITÉE – SUPPORTS DES LOGICIELS Couverture – Panasonic Canada Inc. (« PCI ») garantit à l’acheteur original que la ou les disquettes ou tout autre support sur lequel le ou les programmes sont fournis sont exempts de défauts de pièces et de fabrication dans des conditions normales d’utilisation au Canada, et ce, pour une période de soixante (60) jours suivant la date de réception indiquée sur la preuve d’achat.
Page 38 MEMO...
Page 40 Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations. For information about NERGY http://www.energystar.gov Panasonic Computer Solutions Company 3 Panasonic Way, Panazip 2F-5, Secaucus, NJ 07094 © 2007 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Printed in Japan ®...

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