Panasonic Toughbook CF-W2DWAZZKM Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic toughbook cf-w2dwazzkm: user guide

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Model No.
Contents

Getting Started

Read Me First..................................................
Names and Functions of Parts ......................
First-time Operation ......................................
• Read Me First
• Key Combinations
Operation
Starting Up/Shutting Down ............................
Touch Pad .....................................................
Reference Manual .........................................
RAM Module .................................................
Useful Information .........................................
• Touch Pad
• Standby/Hibernation
Functions
• Computing on the Road
• Battery Power
• SD-MovieStage
• DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive
• WinDVD
• PC Cards

Troubleshooting

List of Error Codes .........................................
Reinstalling Software ....................................
• Technical Information
• DMI Viewer
Appendix
Hard Disk Backup Function ...........................
Hard Disk Data Erase Utility ..........................
Specifications ................................................
LIMITED WARRANTY ...................................
Personal Computer
CF-W2
Reference Manual
• LED Indicators
Reference Manual
• S D M e m o r y C a r d /
MultiMedia Card
curity Function
• External Display
• USB Devices
• Modem
• LAN
• Setup Utility
• Icon Enlarger
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Reference Manual
• List of Error Codes
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    [Additional Manual] Reference Manual This manual can be accessed on your computer. Re- fer to page 20 on how to access the Reference Manual. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Model No.
  • Page 2 For the Model No., insert the 12 digit number (for example, CF-W2DWAZZKM) 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.
  • Page 3: Read Me First

    Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. 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 ra- dio/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 10.According to the FCC’s electrical safety advisory, we recom- mend that you may install an AC surge arrestor in the AC out- let to which this equipment is connected. Telephone compa- nies report that electrical surges, typically lightning transients, are very destructive to customer terminal equipment connected to AC power sources and that this is a major nationwide prob- lem.
  • Page 5 SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For Europe Declaration of Conformity (DoC) “Hereby, we and Panasonic Testing Centre (Europe) GmbH (PTC), declares that this Personal Computer is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC.” Hint: If you want to get a copy of the original DoC of our products which relates to the R&TTE, please contact to our...
  • Page 6 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 7: Lithium Battery

    Information to the User This product and your Health This product, like other radio devices, emits radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by this product however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones. Because this product operates within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, we believe this product is safe for use by consumers.
  • Page 8 Read Me First Precautions Usage Avoid Extreme Heat and Cold Do not store or use the computer in locations exposed to heat, direct sunlight, or extreme cold. Avoid moving the computer between locations with large temperature difference. Operation: 5 C to 35 Storage: C to 60 Avoid Direct Sunlight on the LCD Panel...
  • Page 9 Precautions (Battery Pack) Care should be exercised with regard to the following in order to avoid the possibility of overheating, fire or dam- age. Avoid Heat Do not throw the battery pack into a fire or expose it to excessive heat. Keep Articles Away Do not place the battery pack together with ar- ticles such as necklaces or hairpins when carry-...
  • Page 10: Names And Functions Of Parts

    Names and Functions of Parts Function Keys For information on the key combi- nations available. “Key Combinations” Keyboard Touch Pad page 19) Power Switch LED Indicators “LED Indicators”) Power status Battery pack status Caps Lock Numeric Key (NumLk) Scroll Lock (ScrLk) Hard disk drive status DVD-ROM &...
  • Page 11 Wireless LAN page 26, “Wireless LAN”) DC-IN Jack DC IN 16V External Display Port “External Display”) USB Ports “USB Devices”) Microphone Jack Use only a monaural condenser microphone (miniature jack). Using an input source other than a monaural condenser mi- crophone may not allow audio to be input or may damage the equipment.
  • Page 12: First-Time Operation

    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. 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 is not working properly, contact your technical support office ( AC adaptor ...
  • Page 13 Connect your computer to a power outlet. The battery pack will be charged automatically. Charging Time: Approx. 4.5 hours (Varies depending on the usage conditions.) CAUTION Be sure the AC adaptor is connected until completing the first-time use opera- tion. When using the computer for the first time, do not connect any peripheral de- vice except the battery pack and AC adaptor to the computer.
  • Page 14 If the characters or icons on the screen are too small and difficult to see, after completing step 8 , select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Icon Enlarger]. This will allow you to magnify the display of characters and icons on the screen.
  • Page 15 NOTE Information for Windows XP ® Start up Windows Media Player. Log on with the administrator authority, and select After this, start up the application following the instructions on the screen. During this process, you will be required to agree to the license agreement. For Windows ®...
  • Page 16: Starting Up/Shutting Down

    Starting Up/Shutting Down Starting Up Open the display. Slide the latch (A) located at the front. Lift open the display. CAUTION Do not open the display wider than necessary (135° or more). Do not apply excessive pressure to the LCD. Also, do not hold the LCD when opening or closing the display.
  • Page 17 Enter Password [ NOTE The power saving function is factory set, so if there is no input from a key, the touch pad or an external mouse (when one is connected) for a certain interval of time, the power to the LCD and hard disk may be turned off. The LCD will resume operation when the touch pad or an external mouse (when one is connected) is used or a key is pressed.
  • Page 18 Starting Up/Shutting Down Shutting Down (power off your computer) Save important data and close each application. Select [start] - [Turn Off Computer]. 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 CAUTION...
  • Page 19: Touch Pad

    Touch Pad Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the screen and perform computer operations. A. Work Surface (Touch Pad) B. Left Button C. Right Button Function Moving the Cursor Tapping/Clicking Double-Tapping/ Double-Clicking Dragging Scroll Operation tapping double-tapping Two quick taps, but on the second tap leaving your fin- ger down (applying pres-...
  • Page 20: Reference Manual

    Select on the desktop. Important Tips can also be accessed from [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On- Line Manuals] - [Important Tips]. When the Reference Manual or Important Tips is accessed for the first time, the License Agree- ment of the Acrobat Reader may be displayed.
  • Page 21: Ram Module

    RAM Module 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 module specifications: ( 172 pins, Micro DIMM, 2.5 V, DDR SDRAM, PC2100 Contact your technical support office to confirm recommended memory.
  • Page 22 RAM Module 2 Place the RAM module lightly in parallel with a slot. (The gold terminals (F) are visible) 3 Insert the module parallel to the slot and press firmly until the gold terminals are no longer visible. The slot may be damaged if the following procedure is performed without inserting the module firmly.
  • Page 23: Useful Information

    Useful Information Usage Environment Environment Handling This computer has been designed so as to minimize shock to the LCD and hard disk drive, etc., but no warranty is provided against such trouble. Therefore, as a precision instrument, be extremely careful in the handling. When carrying the computer, be sure to keep to the following: Turn off the computer.
  • Page 24: Sd Memory Card Se

    Useful Information Saving Data on the Hard Disk When Using Peripheral Devices When Disposing of or Transferring Ownership of This Device When Changing Hard Disk Partitions Do not expose your computer to shock. Use care when handling your computer, shock may damage your hard disk or make your software applications and data unusable.
  • Page 25: Using Antivirus Software

    Security of the Computer To improve the security of the computer, use the following measures. Use antivirus software (commercially available). Use Windows XP Internet Connection Firewall. Update Windows ( Getting the newest information about security from the Website of Microsoft Corp. etc. Using Antivirus Software Especially in the following cases, we recommend you to perform a virus check.
  • Page 26: Wireless Lan

    Useful Information Wireless LAN To prevent theft of data or unauthorized access to the hard disk via a wireless LAN. If you plan to use wireless LAN functions, we recommend that you do so only after making the appropriate security settings, such as for encryption. For instructions on settings for wireless LAN and cautions during use, select [start]- [Reference Manual], and refer to “Wireless LAN”.
  • Page 27: B's Recorder/B's Clip

    DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive Before using the drive When using the drive for the first time, slide the open lever (A) on the left side of the computer to open the disc cover after the computer has been powered on, and remove the protective sheet (B) from the lens area.
  • Page 28: List Of Error Codes

    How to run the Setup Utility Restart the computer. Press F2 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed soon after the computer begins the startup procedure. If an external keyboard or mouse is connected, disconnect these devices. An error has occurred in the memory that stores the Setup Utility settings. This error occurs when the memory content is changed through some inadvertent operation by a program or other function.
  • Page 29: Dealing With Problems (Summary)

    Dealing with Problems When a problem occurs, refer to this page. The “Reference Manual” also contains detailed information. If a problem appears to be related to a software application, read the software related manual. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact your technical support office ( page 45).
  • Page 30 Windows Advanced Option Menu is displayed. Start the computer in Safe Mode, and confirm the details of the error. When [Password on boot] is set to [Enable], [Enter Password] appears after the [Panasonic] boot screen disappears. Hold down F8 soon after inputting the password and pressing Enter .
  • Page 31: Shutting Down

    Display (continued) The external display no When an external display not compatible with the power saving mode is used with the longer displays properly computer, the display may not function correctly when the computer enters the power saving mode. In such cases, turn off the power to the external display. When you want to display Change the size of the icons, etc.
  • Page 32: Dealing With Problems (Advanced)

    Dealing with Problems Battery Indicator The red indicator lights The red indicator blinks The orange indicator blinks Reference Manual The Reference Manual is not displayed Disk Operations If the DVD-ROM & CD-R/ RW drive vibrates exces- sively or is noisy Cannot eject disc Cannot play back TV pro- grams recorded on a com-...
  • Page 33 Fast User Switching Function Some applications may not When switching to a different user with the Fast User Switching function, the following problems may occur. work properly • Some applications may not work properly. • Key combination with Fn may not work. •...
  • Page 34: Reinstalling Software

    Even if reinstallation is executed, the number of times that the DVD video region code can be set will not be returned to the state set at the time of factory shipment. Reinstalling 1 Turn on the computer, and press F2 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. The Setup Utility will start up.
  • Page 35 10 Remove the Product Recovery DVD-ROM, and then press any key. The computer will be shut down. 11 Turn on the computer, and press F2 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. The Setup Utility will start up. If the password has been set, enter the Supervisor Pass- word.
  • Page 36: Limited Use License Agreement

    LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM(S) (“PROGRAMS”) FURNISHED WITH THIS P ANASONIC 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 37 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 ci- dessous. En utilisant les logiciels, vous vous engagez de manière définitive à respecter les termes, clauses et condi- tions des présentes.
  • Page 38: Hard Disk Backup Function

    Hard Disk Backup Function The hard disk backup function creates a backup area (storage area) on the hard disk. This area is to back up (store) hard disk contents or restore backed up contents to their original locations. By backing up the data on your hard disk to a backup area, you can protect your data from loss or damage resulting from opera- tional errors or other factors.
  • Page 39 Create a Backup Area 1 Turn the computer on, and press F2 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. The Setup Utility will start up. If a password has been set, enter the Supervisor Password.
  • Page 40: Backing Up And Restoring Data

    11 A message will appear advising that a new device has been installed and that the computer Backing Up and Restoring Data 1 Turn the computer on, and press F2 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. 2 Select [Exit] menu, then select [Hard Disk Backup / Restore] and press Enter .
  • Page 41 3 Select the operation to be executed from the menu. <To back up hard disk contents to the backup area> 1 Press 1 to execute [1. [Backup]]. (When dividing the hard disk into two partitions, select the backup method at next screen.) 2 At the confirmation message, press Y .
  • Page 42: Hard Disk Data Erase Utility

    The backup area and the data in the backup area will be erased. Procedure 1 Turn the computer on, and press F2 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. The Setup Utility will start up. If the password has been set, enter the Supervisor Password.
  • Page 43: Specifications

    Specifications Main Specifications Model No. CPU/Cache Memory Video Memory Hard Disk Drive Type Displayed Colors* External Display DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive Supports DVD-ROM read* CD-ROM read* CD-R write* CD-RW write High-Speed CD-RW write Ultra Speed CD-RW write* Slots PC Card Slot Allowable current RAM Module Slot* SD Memory Card Slot...
  • Page 44 Specifications Main Specifications AC Adaptor* Input Output Power Consumption* Environment In use Temperature Humidity Not in use Temperature Humidity Physical Dimensions (W × H × D) Weight Operating System Utility Programs <Only for North America> The AC adaptor is compatible with power sources up to 240 V AC adaptor. This computer is supplied with a 125 V AC compatible AC cord.
  • Page 45: Limited Warranty

    God. In addition, Panasonic shall have no obligation for any defects in the disk(s) or other media if you have modified, or attempted to modify any Program.
  • Page 46 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 environmen- tal 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 47 Memo...
  • Page 48 The targeted products are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles, and copiers. Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations. Panasonic Computer Solutions Company 50 Meadowlands Parkway, Panazip 2F-5, Secaucus, NJ 07094 © 2004 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.

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