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Panasonic Toughbook CF-45 series Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic Toughbook CF-45 series Operating Instructions Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Contents
Getting Started
Read Me First ..................................................
First-time Operation .........................................
Starting Up/Shutting Down .............................
Troubleshooting
Computer Diagnosis ......................................
Dealing with Problems ...................................
Reinstalling Software .....................................
Appendix
Names and Functions of Parts ......................
Specifications ................................................
Personal Computer
CF-45
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    ® Personal Computer OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CF-45 Series Contents Getting Started Read Me First ..........First-time Operation ......... Operation Starting Up/Shutting Down ......Usage, Carrying and Maintenance ....Troubleshooting Computer Diagnosis ........Dealing with Problems ........Reinstalling Software ........[Additional Manual] Reference Manual This manual can be accessed on your Appendix...
  • Page 2 For the Model No., insert the 11 digit number (for example, CF-45RJ48JAM) 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. Illustrations in this Manual NOTE: NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information.
  • Page 3 (pile de sauvegarde) from that to which the receiver is connected. Pile au lithium! Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced ra- Le micro-ordinateur renferme une pile au lithium qui permet de dio/TV technician for help. sauvegarder certaines données comme la date et l'heure notamment.

  • Page 4: Please Refer To

    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 differences. Operation: 5 C to 35 C (41 F to 95 Storage: C to 60...
  • Page 5 Battery Pack Usage Care should be exercised with regard to the following in Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack. The battery order to avoid the possibility of liquid leakage, overheat- pack may no longer function properly if the contacts are dirty ing, or bursting.

  • Page 6: 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 down your computer while software applications are running or HDD indicator ( ) is on.

  • Page 7: 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 Connect your computer to a power outlet CAUTION Be sure the AC adapter is connected until completing Step 8 on page 10. Handling the AC adapter Do not twist or pull the AC power cord forcefully. Doing so may damage the connections.
  • Page 9 Prepare 2HD floppy disks and make sure they are not in the write-protected state, then Label on the top surface, select [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Create FIRSTAID FD] and follow the on- and inserting the shutter- screen instructions. Place a label identifying the contents on each disk.
  • Page 10 First-time Operation ® Install the Acrobat Reader 3.0 In [Start] - [Run]; Windows 95 : Input [c:\util\avapp\reader\setup.exe], then press [OK]. Windows 98 : Input [c:\panaapp\reader\setup.exe], then press [OK]. ® Press [Next] and set up the Acrobat Reader 3.0. After reading the "Software License Agreement", select [Yes] if you agree to the terms. Press [Next].

  • Page 11: Starting Up/Shutting Down

    Should this happen, allow the com- puter to cool down then switch the power on again. If the computer still does not turn on, please contact Panasonic Technical Sup- port. Do not perform any keyboard or trackball (or mouse) operations until Windows has completely started up.

  • Page 12: Basic Operations

    Starting Up/Shutting Down Select your application You are able to start working on your computer. NOTE The power saving function is factory set, so if there is no input from a key, the trackball, or the external mouse for a certain interval of time, the power to the LCD is cut (ECO mode).
  • Page 13 Using the CD-ROM Drive Title-side up Installing the CD Turn your computer on Press the CD eject button Place the CD securely on the center holder Center Holder CD-ROM Drive Eject Button Close the tray CAUTION Do not place items other than CDs on the tray. Do not leave the tray in the open position.
  • Page 14 When you read the "Reference Manual", it is necessary to install the Acrobat Reader 3.0. page 10) Run the Reference Manual Turn your computer on Select [Reference Manual] in [Start] - [Program] - [Panasonic] Go forward or back a page, or to Cancel or correct an operation Zoom-In...

  • Page 15: Usage, Carrying And Maintenance

    Usage, Carrying and Maintenance Usage Environment Environment Areas with electronic equipment These areas may interfere with your Place the computer on a flat stable surface. display or cause your computer to In use: Temperature: 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F) produce strange sounds.

  • Page 16: Computer Diagnosis

    Computer Diagnosis List of Error Codes If a problem occurs with your hardware, and [POST Start up Error(s)] is displayed along with the error code(s), follow the on-screen instructions. Setup: Setup Utility ( ) is started. Run [Load Default Settings (PnP)]. "Setup Utility"...

  • Page 17: Dealing With Problems

    Pressing the reset button ( page 26) will solve the problem. 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. is displayed [POST Start Up Error(s)] is...
  • Page 18 Check to see if the hard disk is full. If it is full, delete unnecessary files. hard disk Your hard disk content may be corrupted. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. You may need to clean the lens or CD; refer to ( page 15) on how to do so.

  • Page 19: Reinstalling Software

    NOTE If you have not created the FIRSTAID FD, you can create by selecting [Create FIRSTAID FD] in [Start]-[Programs]- [Panasonic]. If for some reason, you do not have this disk or it is corrupted, please contact Panasonic Technical Support. Important Save all important data.

  • Page 20: Device Manager

    Reinstalling Software System setup Power Management 12 In [Start] - [Run], input [c:\install.bat], then press [OK]. 26 Delete the check mark for [When powered by AC Rebooting will be done automatically. power] and [When powered by batteries] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Power] - [Disk Drives], It may take several minutes to reboot the computer.
  • Page 21 Installing Internet Explorer 4.0 DMI Viewer setup 38 Insert the FIRSTAID CD. Reinstalling Windows causes an older version of Internet Ex- plorer to be installed. 39 In [Start] - [Run], input [L:\en\dmi\setup.exe], then press To return the computer to the state it was in when you purchased [OK].
  • Page 22 Reinstalling Software Reinstalling Windows 98 ® Installing Acrobat Reader 3.0 Windows 98 (HDD format) CAUTION 1 In [Start] - [Run]; Windows 95 : Input [c:\util\avapp\reader\setup.exe], If data on your hard disk is compressed, the data should be uncompressed. then press [OK]. Windows 98 : Input [c:\panaapp\reader\setup.exe], 1 Insert the FIRSTAID FD, and turn the computer on;...

  • Page 23: Limited Use License Agreement

    LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM(S) ("PROGRAMS") FURNISHED WITH THIS PANASONIC ® PRODUCT ("PRODUCT") 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 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 ® (le "Produit") sont exclusivement concédés en 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 Beschränkte Benutzerlizenz-Vereinbarung Das (die) mit diesem Panasonic ® -Produkt (im weiteren als "Produkt" bezeichnet) gelieferte(n) Programm(e) (im weiteren als "Programme" bezeichnet) wird (werden) nur für den Gebrauch durch den Endnutzer (im weiteren als "der Käufer" bezeichnet ) lizenziert und darf (dürfen) ausschließlich gemäß den unten aufgeführten Lizenzbedingungen benutzt werden.

  • Page 26: Names And Functions Of Parts

    Names and Functions of Parts Function Keys For information on the key combi- nations available. "Key Combinations" LED Indicators Trackball "LED Indicators") page12 Infrared Communication Port "Infrared Data Communications") Ext. Keyboard/Mouse Port Microphone Jack Use only a monaural con- Power Switch denser microphone.
  • Page 27 Ext. Display Port USB Port "Using USB Devices") Parallel Port "Using a Printer") Serial Port Security Lock Ventilation Hole DC-IN Jack A Kensington cable can be These holes allow heat to exit. connected to prevent theft of your computer. For more in- CAUTION formation, please read the Do not block or place the computer...

  • Page 28: Specifications

    Specifications Main Specifications Model No. CF-45NJ48AAM CF-RJ48AAM CF-45MJF8AAM CF-45NJ48JAM CF-RJ48JAM CF-45NJ48AEM CF-45NJ48JEM ® Pentium Processor with MMX technology 200 MHz 233 MHz 266 MHz Cache Memory 32 KB (256 KB) (second cache memory) EDO Memory 32MB (96 MB Max. ) (Expandable to) Video Memory 2 MB...
  • Page 29 Software CF-45MJF8AAM CF-45RJ48AAM CF-45NJ48AEM Model No. CF-45NJ48AAM CF-45RJ48JAM CF-45NJ48JEM CF-45NJ48JAM Operating System ® ® ® ® Microsoft Windows Microsoft Windows (FAT32 File System) (FAT32 File System) Utility Programs Setup Utility Setup Utility Diagnostics Program DMI Viewer DMI Viewer Intellisync ® for Notebooks ®...
  • Page 30 MEMO...
  • Page 32 ® As an NERGY Partner, Panasonic has determined that this product ® meets the NERGY guidelines for energy efficiency. ® Outline of the International NERGY Office Equipment Program ® The international NERGY Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and other office equipment.

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