Panasonic CF-27 Series Operating Instructions Manual
Panasonic CF-27 Series Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic CF-27 Series Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic personal computer cf-27 series operating instructions
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[Additional Manual]
Reference Manual
This manual can be accessed on your computer. Please
refer to page 15 on how to access the Reference Manual.
Contents
Key Combinations
LED Indicators
Panasonic Hand Writing
(Touch Pad)
Suspend/Hibernation
Functions
Security Measures
Computing On the Road
Battery Power
Using a Multimedia
Pocket Device
Using PC Cards
Adding Memory

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Port Replicator
Using a Printer
Using an External Display
Using USB Devices
Infrared Data
Communications
Hard Disk Drive
Setup Utility
Technical Information
List of Error Codes
DMI Viewer
Dealing With Problems
Personal Computer
Contents

Getting Started

Read Me First .................................................
First-time Operation ........................................
Operation
Starting Up/Shutting Down............................
Handling and Maintenance ...........................

Troubleshooting

List of Error Codes ........................................
Dealing With Problems ..................................
Reinstalling Software ....................................
Appendix
LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT .......
Names and Functions of Parts ......................
Specifications ................................................
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    15 on how to access the Reference Manual. Contents • • Key Combinations Port Replicator • • LED Indicators Using a Printer • • Panasonic Hand Writing Using an External Display • Using USB Devices (Touch Pad) • • Suspend/Hibernation Infrared Data Functions Communications •...
  • Page 2 *For the Model No., insert the 11 digit number (for example, CF-27RJ48AAM) located on the bottom of the computer. Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic computer. Please read the operating instructions thoroughly for proper operation of your new computer.
  • Page 3 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 Precautions (Battery Pack) Care should be exercised with regard to the following in order to avoid the possibility of liquid leakage, overheat- ing, or bursting. 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 5: Read Me First

    Read Me First Saving Data on the Hard Disk Do not expose your computer to shock. Please use care when handling your computer, shock may damage your hard disk or make your software applications and data unusable. Do not power off your computer while software applications are running or HDD indi- cator ( Properly shut Windows* down to avoid problems ([Start] - [Shut Down] ).
  • Page 6: First-Time Operation

    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, please contact Panasonic Technical Support. CAUTION Have 2HD floppy disks prepared to create disks that will allow you to reinstall the operating system should a problem occur.
  • Page 8 First-time Operation Power Switch Read the LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT Before removing the seal covering the power switch, please read the LIMITED USE LI- CENSE AGREEMENT. Removal of this seal indicates agreement to the terms specified. After you have agreed to the terms, you may turn your computer on. Turn your computer on Slide the power switch toward the rear of the computer and hold it for approximately one second until the power indicator (...
  • Page 9 Prepare 2HD floppy disks and make sure they are not in the write-protected state, then select [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Create FIRSTAID FD] and follow the on- screen instructions. Place a label identifying the contents on each disk.
  • Page 10: Starting Up/Shutting Down

    When the CPU temperature rises, the computer may not power on to prevent the CPU from overheating. Should this happen, allow the computer to cool down then switch the power on again. If the computer still does not power on, please contact Panasonic Technical Support. If security indicator ( you must first enter your password.
  • Page 11 Using the Touch Pad Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display and perform normal computer operations. For instructions on how to handle the touch pad, refer to page 14. Work Surface The touch pad has the following two modes of operation. Microsoft (Setting at the time of purchase) Wheel mode operations (almost identical to...
  • Page 12: Basic Operation

    Starting Up/Shutting Down Basic Operation Indicates an operation applicable to the Microsoft Wheel Indicates an operation applicable to the original mode. Original Function Touch Pad Operation Moving the Cursor Wheel Original Tapping/Clicking Wheel Original Double-Tapping/ Wheel Double-Clicking Original Dragging Wheel Original Two quick taps, but on the second tap leaving...
  • Page 13 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/reduce the display of a document. (rotate the wheel while holding down Ctrl ) Data Zoom* Wheel...
  • Page 14 Starting Up/Shutting Down Shutting Down (power off your computer) NOTE The double-tapping speed of the touch pad cannot be changed, even if the setting for [Double- click Speed] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Mouse] - [Tap and Buttons] is changed. Handling the Touch Pad When using a key combination such as Fn + F5 , do not touch the touch pad.
  • Page 15 If a printer is connected, we recommend printing pages. The illustrations and display samples may not print with a high quality. page 9) Turn your computer on Select [Reference Manual] in [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] Display the page Go forward or back a page, or to the beginning or end of a document.
  • Page 17: List Of Error Codes

    If your system displays one of 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 18: Dealing With Problems

    Check to see if a fully charged battery is properly installed. Remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adapter, then connect them again. Please input your password. If you have forgotten it, contact Panasonic Technical Support. page 17 Press F9 in the Setup Utility ( Utility's settings to their default values (except the password settings).
  • Page 19 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. Try testing another drive or media. When the previous item is not the cause "Computing On the Road")
  • Page 20: Reinstalling Software

    If you have not created the FIRSTAID FD, you can create by selecting [Create FIRSTAID FD] in [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic]. If you can not create this disk, please contact Panasonic Technical Support. The CD-ROM pack (CF-VCD271) and FDD cable (CF-VCF271) are required for the following reinstallation procedure.
  • Page 21: Device Manager

    When the message [Press F2 for Setup] is dis- played, press F2 and then run the Setup Utility. Press F9 . At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter . Select [Power] menu and set [Power Management Mode] to [Off] and [Power Switch] to [Off]. Press F10 .
  • Page 22: Power Management

    Panasonic Hand Writing setup 38 Insert the FIRSTAID CD. 39 In [Start] - [Run], input [L:\en\writing\setup.exe], then press [OK]. Panasonic Hand Writing Setup will start automatically. Simply follow the on-screen instructions. Infrared 40 Select [Control Panel] - [Add New Hardware].
  • Page 23: Limited Use License Agreement

    LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM(S) ("PROGRAMS") FURNISHED WITH THIS PANASONIC ARE LICENSED ONL Y 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 CONCLUSIVEL Y DEEMED TO CONSTITUTE YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE.
  • Page 24 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 conditions des présentes.
  • Page 25: Names And Functions Of Parts

    Names and Functions of Parts Function Keys "Key Combinations" Touch Pad page 11 LED Indicators "LED Indicators") Carrying Handle For enhanced portability and in -the -field efficiency. PC Card Slots Battery Indicator "Battery Indicator") POWER Indicator "LED Indicator") Expansion Bus Connector "Port Replicator") External Display Port "Using an External Display")
  • Page 26 Names and Functions of Parts Ram Module Slot Battery Pack Switch for Optional device This switch is reserved. Speaker To adjust the volume*, select on the taskbar, then [Volume Control]. You may also use the function keys to adjust the volume: Fn + F5 or Speaker on/off : Fn + F4 MP Release Button...
  • Page 27: Specifications

    16 bits, 44.1 kHz PCM/FM sound (Sound Blaster PRO Compatible) ® Operating System Microsoft Windows Utility Programs Setup Utility, DMI Viewer, Panasonic Hand Writing, PhoenixCard Manager Battery Pack Lithium Ion 10.8 V, 3750 mAh Operating Time Approx. 3.0 - 5.0 hours Charging Time...
  • Page 28 The targeted products are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles, and copiers. Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations. Printed in Japan ® Partner, Panasonic has determined that this product ® guidelines for energy efficiency. NERGY ®...

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