Panasonic Toughbook CF-H2ALFHA1M Operating Instructions Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Contents
Getting Started
Introduction .................................................................
(Precautions)
Preparation ...............................................................
First-time Operation ..................................................

Useful Information

On-screen Manual ....................................................
Handling and Maintenance .......................................
Reinstalling Software ................................................

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting (Basic) ............................................
Appendix
LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT ...................
Specifications ...........................................................
LIMITED WARRANTY ..............................................
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    For further information about the computer, you can refer to the on-screen manual. To access the on-screen manual  page 17 “On-screen Manual” Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Contents Getting Started Introduction ...
  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. In these instructions, the names are referred as follows. indicates Genuine Windows Windows 7 indicates Genuine Microsoft Windows XP ■ Terms and illustrations in these instructions ...
  • Page 3: Read Me First

    Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. ● Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Warning To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface cables when connecting to a computer or peripheral.
  • Page 4 Read Me First <Only for model with wireless LAN/wireless WAN/Bluetooth> • This computer complies with Industry Canada radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. • This PC with WLAN and/or Bluetooth transmitters installed, has been approved for portable operation and does not require any minimum spacing be provided between antennas and all person’s body.
  • Page 5 Failure to comply with these precautions violates safety standards of design, manufacture and intended use of the product. Panasonic assumes no liability for customer failure to comply with these precautions.
  • Page 6 Read Me First Lithium Battery / Pile au lithium 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.
  • Page 7 ACCESSORIES* , LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS OR OTHER EQUIPMENTS/DEVICES/SYSTEMS THAT ARE INVOLVED WITH ENSURING HUMAN LIFE OR SAFETY. PANASONIC WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY LIABILITY RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT ARISING OUT OF THE FOREGOING USES. AIRCRAFT COCKPIT EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS include Class 2 Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) Systems and Class 1 EFB Systems when used during critical phases of flight (e.g., during take-off and landing) and/or mounted on to the aircraft.
  • Page 8 This computer is not intended for a use with connection of medical equipment for the purpose of medical diagnosis. ● Panasonic shall not be liable for loss of data or other incidental or consequential damages resulting from the use of this product.
  • Page 9 Use only the specifi ed battery pack (CF-VZSU53AW) with your product. Use of battery packs other than those manufactured and supplied by Panasonic may present a safety hazard (generation of heat, ignition or rupture). When the Battery Pack Has Deteriorated, Replace It With...
  • Page 10: Description Of Parts

    Description of Parts A : B1 Button <Only for model with RFID Reader> Reference Manual “RFID Reader”, “Hardware  Buttons” <Only for model without RFID Reader> Reference Manual “Hardware Buttons”  B : Barcode Reader Button* Only for model with Barcode Reader Only for model without Barcode Reader Reference Manual “Barcode Reader”, “Setup ...
  • Page 11 Rear A : GPS Antenna <Only for model with GPS> B : Wireless LAN Antenna <Only for model with wireless LAN> Reference Manual “Wireless LAN”  C : RFID Reader <Only for model with RFID Reader> Reference Manual “RFID Reader” ...
  • Page 12: Preparation

    Preparation ■ Confirmation 1 Check and identify the supplied accessories. If you do not find the described accessories, contact Panasonic Technical Support. • AC Adaptor ... . 1 Model No: CF-AA6373A •...
  • Page 13: Using The Digitizer Pen

    First-time Operation About the battery for this computer This computer uses 2 battery packs. The battery is charged (  page 14) and power is consumed only on either battery pack. These operations switch to the other battery pack automatically. ●...
  • Page 14: Setting Up 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. ●...
  • Page 15 [Hard Disk Status] of PC Information Viewer, and click [OK]. (  Reference Manual “Checking the Computer’s Usage Status”) ) after setup of Windows. Windows XP Windows 7 (Start) / Windows XP If [User Account Control] is displayed, click [Yes]. Windows 7 [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] -...
  • Page 16 First-time Operation ■ Precaution against Starting Up/Shutting Down ● Do not do the following • Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor • Pressing the power switch • Touching the screen or external mouse ■ Precaution against Logging on to Windows ●...
  • Page 17 ● Alternatively click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Battery] - [Important Tips] or click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals] - [Important Tips]. NOTE ● When you access the document of PDF format for the first time, the License Agreement of the Adobe Reader may be displayed.
  • Page 18: Handling And Maintenance

    Handling and Maintenance Operation environment ● Temperature: Operation : <Only for Field model> –10 °C to 50 °C {14 °F to 122 °F} (IEC60068-2-1, 2)* <Only for Healthcare model> 5 °C to 35 °C {41 °F to 95 °F} Storage : <Only for Field model>...
  • Page 19 CAUTION ● Do not use ester contained agent, strong alkaline agent, benzene or thinner since it may adversely affect the surface causing discoloration, etc. Do not use commercially-available household cleaners and cosmetics, as they may contain components harmful to the surface. ●...
  • Page 20: Reinstalling Software

    Turn on the computer, and press The Setup Utility starts up. ● If the [Panasonic] boot screen is not displayed, turn on the computer while holding down ● If the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password. Write down all of the contents of the Setup Utility and press...
  • Page 21 Remove the Product Recovery DVD-ROM, and then click [OK] to turn off the computer, then remove the DVD drive. Turn on the computer. ● If the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password. Perform the steps 3 to 4 for setting up the computer ( Start the Setup Utility and change the settings as necessary.
  • Page 22: 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 ( ...
  • Page 23 ■ Starting Up ● Windows startup and Press operation is slow. Setup Utility settings (excluding the passwords) to the default values. Start the Setup Utility and make the settings again. (Note that the processing speed depends on the application software, so this procedure may not make Windows faster.) ●...
  • Page 24: Shutting Down

    2 Click [Tools] - [Check Now]. 3 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 screen disappears* at startup, press and hold Menu is displayed.
  • Page 25 The computer will restart. (Start) and input “c:\util\drivers\gps\GPS.reg” in [Search programs and files], and press (Enter). Then restart the computer. while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. and select [Yes] at the confirmation message, and press (Windows) and press two times, and press (Enter).
  • Page 26: Limited Use License Agreement

    Programs and related documentation, all of which title, ownership and rights shall remain with Panasonic Corporation or its suppliers. You acknowledge that the Programs are protected by copyright laws and international treaties.
  • Page 27 GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS. The Software is provided with “RESTRICTED RIGHTS.” Use duplication or disclosure by the government is subject to restrictions as set forth in FAR52.227-14 and DFAR252. 227-7013 et seq. or their successors. Use of the Software by the government constitutes acknowledgement of Intel’s proprietary rights therein. Contractor or Manufacturer is Intel Corporation, 2200 Mission College Blvd., Santa Clara, CA 95052.
  • Page 28 En utilisant les logiciels, vous vous engagez de manière définitive à respecter les termes, clauses et conditions des présentes. Panasonic Corporation a mis au point ou obtenu les Logiciels et vous en concède l’utilisation par les présentes. Vous assumez l’entière responsabilité du choix de ce Produit (y compris des Logiciels associés) pour obtenir les résultats escomptés, ainsi que de l’installation, de l’utilisation et des résultats obtenus.
  • Page 29: Specifications

    Specifications This page provides the specifications for the basic model. The model number is different according to the unit configuration. ● To check the model number: Check the bottom of the computer or the box the computer came in at the time of purchase. ●...
  • Page 30: Wireless Lan

    Adobe Reader, PC Information Viewer, Loupe Utility, Intel Bluetooth™ Stack for Windows by TOSHIBA* ® Panasonic Dashboard, Application Button Setting Utility, Cleaning Utility, Wireless Connection Disable Utility* , Display Switch Utility, Battery Recalibration Utility, Infineon TPM Professional Package* , Protector Suite QL*...
  • Page 31 Operations of this computer are not guaranteed except for the pre-installed OS and the OS which is installed by using the Product Recovery DVD-ROM (included) provided by Panasonic. Some parts of the software in the Product Recovery DVD-ROM may not be installed depending on a model.
  • Page 32: Limited Warranty

    All modems must be approved by the wireless carrier prior to use. Any use or attempted use of a wireless modem not approved and activated by the carrier for use on their network is strictly prohibited and is not sanctioned or warranted by Panasonic and may result in legal action.
  • Page 33 This limited warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials or workmanship which occur during normal use. If a unit is sent to a Panasonic Authorized Service Center and no hardware failure is found, the customer will be billed for labor to correct a software issue or reimage the hard drive plus shipping and applicable administrative fees at the current rates set by the service provider.
  • Page 34 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 35 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 36 As an NERGY product meets By enabling available power management settings, Panasonic computers enter a low-power sleep mode after a period of inactivity, saving the user energy. <For U.S.A.> To learn more about power management, please visit the web site: www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=power_mgt.pr_power_management...

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