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Panasonic CF-P1Series Operating Instructions Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Getting Started
Pocket PC 2002
Troubleshooting
Appendix
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Handheld Computer
Model No.
Contents
Read Me First ..........................................................3
Precautions .............................................................5
What's in the Box? ...................................................8
Names and Functions of Parts ................................9
First-time Operation ...............................................12
Starting Up/Shutting Down .................................... 15
LCD (Touchscreen) ...............................................19
Backlight Setting ....................................................21
Entering Information ...............................................22
Program Buttons ................................................... 26
Battery Power ........................................................ 27
SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card ........................ 28
SD Backup ............................................................ 29
Pocket Internet Explorer ........................................30
Connecting to Your Computer ............................... 31
Customizing the Computer ...................................34
Dealing with Problems ........................................... 37
For Effective Use ................................................... 40
Specifications ........................................................ 41
LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT ................. 43
LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................ 45
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    ® Handheld Computer OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CF-P1 Series Model No. Contents Getting Started Pocket PC 2002 Read Me First ............3 Precautions .............5 What’s in the Box? ...........8 Names and Functions of Parts ........9 First-time Operation ..........12 Operation Starting Up/Shutting Down ........15 LCD (Touchscreen) ..........19 Backlight Setting ............21 Entering Information ..........22...

  • Page 2: Cf-P1

    * For the Model No., insert the 12 digit number (for example, CF-P1S3CZZ5M) located on the bottom of the computer. Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic Handheld Computer. Read the operating instruc- tions 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

    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 radio/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 For Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Lithium Battery Lithium Battery! This computer contains a lithium battery to enable the date, time, and other data to be stored. The battery should only be exchanged by authorized service personnel.

  • Page 5: Precautions

    Precautions The CF-P1 was developed based on thorough research into real-world portable computing environments. Exhaustive pursuit of usability and reliability under harsh conditions led to innovations such as the magnesium alloy exterior and flexible internal connections. The CF-P1's outstanding engineering has been tested using the stiff MIL-STD- 810F (for vibration and shock) and IP (for dust and water) based procedures.
  • Page 6 Do not put the battery pack into set [Charging mode] in - [Settings] - a microwave oven or a pressur- [System] tab - [Panasonic Settings] to [High ized chamber. Temperature]. In the high temperature Do Not Use With Any Other...
  • Page 7 NOTE The battery pack may become warm during recharging or normal use. This is completely normal. Recharging will not commence outside of the allowable temperature range (5 °C to 40 °C {41°F to 104°F})*. Even if charging stops because the temperature is outside the charging temperature range, the battery indicator will remain in the illuminated orange.

  • Page 8: What's In The Box

    What’s in the Box? Make sure the parts shown in the figure have been supplied. If any of these items is missing or is not working properly, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Make sure the provided stylus has been stored to the computer ( page 19).

  • Page 9: Names And Functions Of Parts

    AC adaptor not connected Internal Microphone Adjust the Microphone g a i n l e v e l u s i n g Stylus page 19) [Panasonic Settings]. Se- lect either AGC (Auto- matic Gain Control) or LCD (Touchscreen) Manual. ( page 35)
  • Page 10 Names and Functions of Parts Strap Attachments Speaker page 8) To adjust the volume, tap - [Settings] - [Personal] tab - [Sounds & Notifications] - [Volume] tab. pages 12 and 27) Battery Pack Headphone Jack Use this connector to connect headphones or amplifier-equipped speakers.
  • Page 11 Connecting/Removing the Cradle Connecting the Cradle Connect the cradle after removing the AC adaptor from the computer and closing the cover of the DC-IN jack. DC-IN Jack Cover The AC adaptor is connected to the position shown by the arrow in the figure. DC-IN Jack Removing the Cradle Press the release lever.

  • Page 12: First-Time Operation

    First-time Operation Install the battery pack. Battery Pack Cover (1) Turn your computer over. (2) Press position (A) to depress the battery pack cover and then slide the latch, and remove the battery pack cover. NOTE Latch If the attached strap makes it difficult to remove the Arrow Mark battery pack cover, unbuckle the strap and then re- move the cover.
  • Page 13 NOTE When the backup battery or main battery becomes low, some alert messages and icons will be displayed. ( pages 16) CAUTION If you remove your main battery before the main battery is fully charged, data may be lost. For this reason, do not remove the battery within the first 24 hours of use. Take care to ensure that the remaining power in the main battery and the backup battery never discharges completely.

  • Page 14: Operation

    First-time Operation Turn your computer on Reset Switch (1) Using the provided stylus, push the center of the reset switch straight in for 1 second. If the DC-IN Jack's cover makes it diffi- cult to push the reset switch, push the cover in a little as you push the switch.

  • Page 15: Starting Up/Shutting Down

    Starting Up/Shutting Down Starting Up (from the second time) Lightly press the power switch once. An program or file that was previously displayed appears on your screen. Power Switch Power Switch To turn the backlights on/off: Lightly press the Press the power switch until the LCD backlight and p o w e r s w i t c h keyboard backlight go on/off and release the switch.
  • Page 16 Starting Up/Shutting Down The Navigation Bar and Command Bar The navigation bar is located at the top of the screen. It displays the active program and current time, and allows you to switch to programs and close screens. Use the command bar at the bottom of the screen to perform tasks in programs. The command bar includes menu names, buttons, and the input panel button.
  • Page 17 Today Screen You’ll see the Today screen when you turn on the computer for the first time each day (or after 4 hours of inactivity*). You can also display it by tapping - [Today]. On the Today screen, you can see at a glance important information for the day. *To change the setting, tap - [Settings] - [Personal] tab - [Today] - [Items] tab.
  • Page 18 Starting Up/Shutting Down Pop-up Menus With pop-up menus, you can quickly choose an action for an item. For example, you can use the pop-up menu in the contact list to quickly delete a contact, make a copy of a contact, or send an e-mail message to a contact.

  • Page 19: Lcd (Touchscreen)

    LCD (Touchscreen) Using the Stylus Use the stylus provided to perform operations on the touchscreen. The stylus is located in the stylus holder at the upper right of the computer, and can be held like a pen or pencil. The following operations are possible on the touchscreen.

  • Page 20: Aligning The Screen

    LCD (Touchscreen) Handling the Touchscreen Use the provided stylus with CF-P1. Do not use an implement other than the stylus that comes with the computer. Do not place any object on the surface or press down forcefully with sharp-pointed ob- jects (e.g., nails), or hard objects that can leave marks (e.g., pencils and ball point pens).

  • Page 21: Backlight Setting

    Backlight Setting Adjust the LCD Brightness Screen brightness can be adjusted in accordance with the usage conditions. - [Settings] - [System] tab - [Backlight]. Tap the [Brightness] tab and adjust the brightness with the slider. Tap [ok]. LCD Backlight ON/OFF Press the power switch until the LCD backlight goes on/off after the computer is turned on and release the switch.

  • Page 22: Entering Information

    Entering Information You can use the following options to enter information: Use the keyboard to input the number, character* or symbol* shown on the key top. Use the input panel to input typed text, either by using the soft keyboard or other input method.
  • Page 23 Using the QWERTY Keypad Type Keyboard <For the CF-P1S3 series> CANCEL Key CANCEL Alphabet Keys Backspace Key " Mode Key Enter Key DEL (Delete) Key (Shift) Key SOFT SPACE CAP (Shift) Key SOFT/SPACE Key Mode Key A symbol or numeral on the key-top is input by pressing the Mode key (the numeric key lock indicator goes on) followed by the corresponding alphabet key.
  • Page 24 Entering Information CAP (Shift) Key This key is used for inputting capital letters. Each time the Mode key + CAP key are pressed, the mode changes from the standard (non-caps) input mode to the caps lock mode, and vice versa. In the caps lock mode (caps lock indicator goes on), capital letters can be inputted continuously.
  • Page 25 Using the Numeric Keypad Type Keyboard <For the CF-P1S1 series> Press a key to input the number shown on the key top. The keys can also be used as function keys. (See "PF key" below.) CANCEL CANCEL Key PF Key indicator A Key PF Key Minus Key...

  • Page 26: Program Buttons

    Resuming with a Program Button You can resume the computer with one of the F1, F2, F3 and Option buttons. - [Settings] - [System] tab - [Panasonic Settings] - [Wakeups] tab. Add a check mark to resume when the program button is pressed.

  • Page 27: Battery Power

    Battery Power Remaining Battery - [Settings] - [System] tab - [Power]. The remaining battery charge is displayed. When the Remaining Battery Charge Becomes Low Option Button Plug in the AC adaptor, and fully charge your battery. Use a spare battery if you have one. If you have neither the AC adaptor nor a spare battery, power off your computer.

  • Page 28: Sd Memory Card/Multimedia Card

    SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card An SD memory card/MultiMedia Card can be used for the following purposes. The exchange of data with various devices equipped with an SD memory card/MultiMedia Card slot, audio storage, and so on. NOTE Software (e.g., drivers) required to exchange data with these devices. (Refer to the instructions manual provided with each SD compatible peripheral device.) Use as a memory card (e.g., use as a storage unit on which files can be written).

  • Page 29: Sd Backup

    SD Backup Using the SD backup function, you can back up data from the CF-P1 RAM to an SD memory card, or restore data backed up on the SD memory card to the CF-P1 RAM. CAUTION Do not do the following during the procedure: •...

  • Page 30: Pocket Internet Explorer

    Pocket Internet Explorer You can connect to Internet service provider (ISP), and use the connection to send and receive e-mail messages and view Web or WAP pages. An Example of Inserting a Modem to CF-P1 Getting Connected (1)Tap - [Settings] - [Connections] tab - [Connections] in order. (2)Select [Internet Settings] from the first drop-down menu and tap [Modify].

  • Page 31: Connecting To Your Computer

    Connecting to Your Computer ® ® Use Microsoft ActiveSync 3.5 to synchronize a host computer and CF-P1 information, to transfer files between a host computer and CF-P1, or to backup and restore data. CAUTION ® ® To ensure that synchronization functions properly, install Microsoft ActiveSync before connecting CF-P1 and the host computer for the first time.
  • Page 32 Connecting to Your Computer At [Found New Hardware Wizard], select [Next] to install driver. An example of the procedure (1) Select [Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)] then select [Next]. (2) Select [Search for the best driver in these locations] and add a check mark to [Include this location in the search:] and select [Browse].
  • Page 33 When Connecting the CF-P1 Directly with a Computer Using a Connector Protector (optional: CF-VCCP11U) is recommended to connect CF-P1 with an external device firmly. Expansion Connector of the CF-P1 USB Autosync Cable Removing Serial Autosync Cable When Connecting the CF-P1 with a Computer via the Cradle Expansion Connector of the Cradle Removing Using the Infrared Communication Port...

  • Page 34: Customizing The Computer

    Customizing the Computer If you want information on the various individual settings of the computer, tap - [Set- tings] and then tap the item (icon) you want to check. (For details, tap - [Help] - [Settings].) Personal Buttons Program buttons and the cursor control settings. Input Input panel (soft keyboard or letter recognizer, etc.) settings.
  • Page 35 Add a check mark in a box to activate CF card or RF serial when the power is off. * Available depending on models. Panasonic Settings Display of ROM version. Microphone gain level ( page 9), charging mode ( page 6) and program button resume settings ( page 26).
  • Page 36 Customizing the Computer Connections AvantGo Connect Web server settings to display the data downloaded from the server. For details, visit the AvantGo Web site. Beam Enable or disable the function for receiving data via infrared communica- tion. Connections Internet connection and Intranet connection settings. Network Adapters Information input for discriminating the computer on a network, such as a network adaptor installed in the computer.

  • Page 37: Dealing With Problems

    Dealing with Problems Resetting Your Computer When the computer fails to respond to an operation, reset your computer. There are two methods for resetting the computer. CAUTION Use only the stylus provided to push in the reset switch. Do not push the reset switch with any other sharp-pointed objects, i.e. pencils, and ball point pens.
  • Page 38 [Settings] - [System] tab. If you continue to experience problems, the internal battery maintaining the clock may need to be replaced. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. This computer will not correctly recognize the date and time starting from the year 2085 A.D.
  • Page 39 Display It is hard to view the LCD. The LCD backlight may have automatically turned off due to the power-saving function. Turn on the LCD backlight by holding down the power switch until the backlight goes on. Adjust the backlight brightness. 1 Tap - [Settings] - [System] tab - [Backlight].

  • Page 40: For Effective Use

    For Effective Use Maintenance Avoid using water when cleaning the panel. Ingredients included in water may leave residue and reduce readability of the screen. <When cleaning dust/dirt> Avoid rubbing off dust/dirt with cloth since it may leave scratch on the screen. Sweep dust/dirt with fine brush, then wipe it with “dry”...

  • Page 41: Specifications

    Specifications CF-P1S3CZZ5M CF-P1S1CZZ5M Model No. Intel ® StrongARM* SA-1110 Microprocessor 206 MHz Instruction Cache Memory: 16 KB Data Cache Memory: 8 KB Memory (RAM/ROM) 64 MB / 32 MB (Flash) Video Memory 256 KB LCD Type 3.5 type (Reflective color TFT) Displayed Colors 65536 colors (240 x 320 dots) Keyboard...
  • Page 42 Specifications Environment In use Temperature -20 °C to 50 °C {-4 °F to 122 °F} Humidity 30 % to 80 % RH (No condensation) Not in use Temperature -25 °C to 60 °C {-13 °F to 140 °F} Humidity 30 % to 90 % RH (No condensation) Physical Dimensions 98 mm x 41 mm x 173 mm {3.9 "...

  • Page 43: Limited Use License Agreement

    LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT ® THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM(S) (“PROGRAMS”) FURNISHED WITH THIS PANASONIC PRODUCT (“PROD- UCT”) ARE LICENSED ONLY TO THE END-USER (“YOU”), AND MAY BE USED BY YOU ONLY IN ACCOR- DANCE 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 44 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...

  • 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 Canada for a period of sixty (60) days from date of receipt as evidenced by your purchase receipt for your Panasonic Computer product.
  • Page 47 , Windows , Outlook and ActiveSync are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation of the United States and/or other countries. ® Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Panasonic ® is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
  • Page 48 Panasonic Computer Solutions Company Panasonic Canada Inc. 50 Meadowlands Parkway, Panazip 2F-5, 5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Ontario L4W 2T3 © 2003 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved. SS0203-0 Printed in Japan DFQX5388ZA...

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