OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Personal Computer CF-H2 series Model No. Contents Getting Started Introduction ..............Read Me First ............. (Precautions) Description of Parts ..........Preparation ............... First-time Operation ..........Useful Information On-screen Manual ............ Handling and Maintenance ........Reinstalling Software ..........Troubleshooting Troubleshooting (Basic) ..........
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 7 Professional Operating System. ® Windows 7 indicates Genuine Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition Operating System.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different 25-M-W-4 from that to which the receiver is connected. Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America ● Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced One Panasonic Way radio/TV technician for help. Secaucus, NJ 07094 Warning...
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Read Me First <Only for model with wireless LAN/wireless WAN/Bluetooth> FOR USE WITH MODEL NO. : CF-AA6373A • This computer complies with Industry Canada radiation POUR UTILISER AVEC MODÈLE : CF-AA6373A exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. 20-Ca-1 •...
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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.
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Read Me First Lithium Battery / Pile au lithium Lithium Battery! Pile au lithium! This computer contains a lithium battery to enable the Le micro-ordinateur renferme une pile au lithium qui date, time, and other data to be stored. The battery permet de sauvegarder certaines données, notamment la should only be exchanged by authorized service date et l’heure.
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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.
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● Continued use in such a resulting condition may lead to Panasonic shall not be liable for loss of data or other short-circuiting or insulation defects, etc. which may in turn incidental or consequential damages resulting from the lead to a fire or electric shocks.
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Use of battery packs other than those manufactured battery pack becomes dramatically shorter and and supplied by Panasonic may present a safety hazard repeated recharging does not restore its performance, (generation of heat, ignition or rupture).
Description of Parts A : B1 Button J : LED Indicator <Only for model with RFID Reader> : Power status • Reference Manual “RFID Reader”, “Hardware Off: Power off/Hibernation • Buttons” Green: Power on • <Only for model without RFID Reader> Blinking green Reference Manual “Hardware Buttons”...
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Rear A : GPS Antenna F : Strap <Only for model with GPS> G : Camera B : Wireless LAN Antenna <Only for model with Camera> <Only for model with wireless LAN> Reference Manual “Camera” Reference Manual “Wireless LAN” ...
Preparation ■ Confirmation 1 Check and identify the supplied accessories. If you do not find the described accessories, contact Panasonic Technical Support. • • • AC Adaptor ... . 1 AC Cord .
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. ●...
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. ●...
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Windows 7 Before performing the calibration, rotate the display to primary landscape. 1 Click Windows 7 (Start) / [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - Windows XP [Calibration Utility]. If [User Account Control] is displayed, click [Yes]. Windows 7 3 Click [Pen input (digitizer)].
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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 ●...
● 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.
Handling and Maintenance Operation environment ● Temperature: Operation : -10 °C to 50 °C {14 °F to 122 °F} (IEC60068-2-1, 2)* Storage : -20 °C to 60 °C {-4 °F to 140 °F} Humidity: Operation : 30% to 80% RH (No condensation) Storage : 30% to 90% RH (No condensation) Even within the above temperature/humidity ranges, using for a long time in an extreme environment will result in the product deterioration and will shorten the product life.
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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. ●...
The Setup Utility starts up. ● F2 or Del. 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 At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press (Enter).
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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 ( pages 14 to 15).
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 ( ...
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■ Starting Up ● Windows startup and Press in the Setup Utility ( Reference Manual “Setup Utility”) to return the 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.) ●...
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 until the Windows Advanced Options Menu is displayed.
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5 Click [Yes], click [Yes] and click [OK]. Then restart the computer. 6 Press while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. 7 Set [GPS] to [Enabled] in the [Advanced] - [Serial Port Settings]. 8 Press and select [Yes] at the confirmation message, and press (Enter).
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.
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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.
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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.
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. ●...
Bluetooth™ Stack for Windows by TOSHIBA* , Wireless Switch Utility, Hand Writing Utility, ® 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*...
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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. To learn more about power management, please visit the web site: www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=power_mgt.pr_power_management...