Panasonic Toughbook 53 Operating Instructions Manual
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Contents
Getting Started
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(Precautions)
Useful Information
Troubleshooting
Appendix
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CF-53
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Personal Computer CF-53 series Model No. Contents Getting Started ..........2 Introduction ..........3 Read Me First (Precautions) ........11 Description of Parts ........13 First-time Operation Useful Information ........17 On-screen Manual ......18 Handling and Maintenance ........20 Reinstalling Software Troubleshooting ........22 Troubleshooting (Basic) Appendix ....26 LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT... -
Page 2: Introduction
Introduction Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Terms and illustrations in these instructions Conditions that may result in minor or moderate injury. CAUTION NOTE Useful and helpful information. Enter : Press [Enter] key. -
Page 3: Read Me First
Read Me First (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for authoriza- Important Safety Instructions tion to use this product prior to turning on the product. / Importantes Mesures De Securite Regulatory Information We are not responsible for any radio or television interfer- <Only for model with modem>... - Page 4 15-E-1 use of the product. Panasonic assumes no liability for Pile au lithium! customer failure to comply with these precautions. Le micro-ordinateur renferme une pile au lithium qui permet de sauvegarder certaines données, notamment la date et l’heure.
- Page 5 2. An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experi- provided with this equipment. This equipment is enced radio/TV technician for help.
- Page 6 4. If your telephone equipment cause harm to the telephone nity due to environmental considerations. For disposal network, the telephone company will notify you in advice or recycling information, please visit Panasonic website: that temporary discontinuance of service may be http://www.panasonic.com/environmental or call 1-888- required.
- Page 7 RESTRICTIONS CONCERNANT LE RACCORDEMENT <Only for model with wireless LAN> DE MATÉRIEL This product (local network devices) for the band 5150- 5250 MHz is only for indoor usage to reduce potential for “AVIS: L’étiquette d’Industrie Canada identifie le matériel homologué. harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.
- Page 8 Technical Features of Wired Modem. involved with ensuring human life or safety. Panasonic The terminal equipment includes the following features; cannot be held responsible in any way for any damages...
- Page 9 This computer is not intended for a use with connection of medical equipment for the purpose of medical diagnosis. The AC cord may be damaged, resulting in fire or electric Panasonic shall not be liable for loss of data or other shock. incidental or consequential damages resulting from the •...
- Page 10 Use of battery packs other than those manufac- Leaving the computer on when the AC adaptor is not tured and supplied by Panasonic may present a safety connected will exhaust the remaining battery capacity hazard (generation of heat, ignition or rupture).
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Page 11: Description Of Parts
Description of Parts A : Wireless WAN antenna O : LED indicator <Only for model with wireless WAN> : Caps lock Reference Manual “Wireless WAN” : Numeric key (NumLk) B : Bluetooth antenna : Scroll lock (ScrLk) <Only for model with Bluetooth> : Drive status Reference Manual “Bluetooth”... - Page 12 Description of Parts Right side Rear side Bottom A : Battery pack Only for model with 2nd LAN Specified Battery pack: CF-VZSU71U Reference Manual “LAN” B : ExpressCard slot / PC Card slot Only for model with Modem Reference Manual “PC Card / ExpressCard” Reference Manual “Modem”...
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Page 13: First-Time Operation
Preparation A Check and identify the supplied accessories. If you do not find the described accessories, contact Panasonic Technical Support ( pages 32-36). • AC Adaptor ... . . 1 •... -
Page 14: 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 ( pages 32-36). - Page 15 Before performing the calibration, close Tablet PC Input Panel. NOTE At first, log on to Windows as an administrator and perform this calibration. Alternatively, you can perform the calibration from Dashboard for Panasonic PC. Reference Manual “Dashboard for Panasonic PC”) A Click (Start) - [Control Panel] - [Hardware and Sound] - [Tablet PC Setting].
- Page 16 First-time Operation When Starting Up/Shutting Down Do not do the following • Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor • Pressing the power switch • Touching the keyboard, touch pad, touchscreen <only for model with touchscreen> or external mouse • Closing the display •...
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Page 17: On-Screen Manual
Alternatively click (Start) - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals] - [Reference Manual]. Important Tips The Important Tips will provide you with the battery information so that you can use the battery pack in the optimum condition to obtain longer operation time. -
Page 18: Handling And Maintenance
Handling and Maintenance Operation Environment Place the computer on a flat stable surface not subject to shock, vibration, and danger of dropping. Do not place the computer upright or turn it over. If the computer is exposed to an extremely strong impact, it may become damaged. Temperature: Operation : <Model without HDD heater>... - Page 19 Battery Recalibration The battery recalibration may take a long time due to the large battery capacity. This is not a malfunction. • Full charge: Approximately 2 hours • Complete discharge: Approximately 2 hours Maintenance If drops of water or other stains get on the surface of the LCD panel, wipe them off immediately. Failure to do so may result in staining.
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Page 20: Reinstalling Software
[Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. The Setup Utility starts up. • If the [Panasonic] boot screen is not displayed, turn on the computer while holding down F2 or Del. • If the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password. - Page 21 Turn on the computer, and press while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. The Setup Utility starts up. • If the [Panasonic] boot screen is not displayed, turn on the computer while holding down F2 Del. • If the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password.
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Page 22: Troubleshooting (Basic)
This is because the computer is checking the remaining battery charge; it is not a malfunc- tion. You have forgotten the Supervisor Password or User Password: Contact Panasonic Technical Support password. pages 32-36). Administrator password: •... - Page 23 (Start) - [Control Panel] - [Clock, Language, and Region] - [Date and Time]. If the problem persists, the internal clock battery may need to be replaced. Contact Panasonic Technical Support ( pages 32-36). When the computer is connected to LAN, check the date and time of the server.
- Page 24 Troubleshooting (Basic) Display No display. The external display is selected. Press Fn + F3 or + P to switch the display. Wait until the display has been switched completely before pressing Fn + F3 or + P again. When using an external display, •...
- Page 25 On-screen Document The document of PDF for- Install Adobe Reader. mat is not displayed. A Log on to Windows as an administrator. B Click (Start) and input “c:\util\reader\AdbeRdr1001_en_US.exe” in [Search programs and files] then press Enter. C Update Adobe Reader to its latest version. If your computer is connected to the internet, start up Adobe Reader and click [Help] - [Check for Updates...].
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Page 26: Limited Use License Agreement
DEEMED TO CONSTITUTE YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE. Panasonic Corporation has developed or otherwise obtained the Programs and hereby licenses their use to you. You assume sole responsibility for the selection of the Product (including the associated Programs) to achieve your intended results, and for the installation, use and results obtained therefrom. - Page 27 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.
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Page 28: Specifications
Specifications This page provides the specifications for the basic model. The model number is different according to the unit configu- ration. 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 29 Wireless WAN Connection Manager , Display Selector, Concealed Mode Utility, *40 *41 Wireless Manager Mobile Edition 5.5f , Hard Disk Data Erase Utility Recovery Disc Creation Utility, Dashboard for Panasonic PC, Quick Boot Manager, Power Plan Extension Utility, Camera Utility , GPS Viewer...
- Page 30 This slot is compatible with High-Speed Mode. Operation has may become slower if there are large vibrations while the been tested and confirmed using Panasonic SD/SDHC/ disc is rotating. SDXC Memory Cards with a capacity of up to 64 GB. Opera- tion on other SD equipment is not guaranteed.
- Page 31 Does not guarantee operation of all USB-compatible periph- Do not expose the skin to this product when using the prod- erals. uct in a hot or cold environment. ( page 9) When using in hot or cold environment, some peripherals Only for model without 2nd LAN.
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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 Section 2 - Limited Warranty - Software Panasonic warrants to you only that the disk(s) or other media on which the Programs are furnished will be free from defects in mate- rial and workmanship under normal use for a period of sixty (60) days from the date of delivery thereof to you, as evidenced by your purchase receipt.
- 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 suiv- ant la date de réception indiquée sur la preuve d’achat.
- Page 36 1. Subject to the conditions of this warranty Panasonic or it’s Authorised Service Centre will perform necessary service on the prod- uct without charge for parts or labour, if in the opinion of Panasonic, the product is found to be faulty within the warranty period.
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- Page 40 ® NERGY guidelines for energy efficiency. By enabling available power management settings, Panasonic computers enter a low-power sleep mode after a period of inactivity, saving the user energy. <Only 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...