Page 1: Table Of Contents
Read Me First ............Key Combinations ..........2000 LED Indicators ............ Touch Pad (Advanced) ..........Windows 98 Panasonic Hand Writing ..(Touch Pad) Standby/Hibernation Functions ..... Security Measures ........... Computing On the Road ......... Battery Power ..........Multimedia Pocket ...........
Page 2: Read Me First
Read Me First Terminologies used in this Reference Manual The following terminologies are used in this Reference Manual particularly when notes are not used. The following items are described as “disks”. SuperDisk (120 MB), Floppy disk (720 KB, 1.44 MB) Circular media such as CD-ROM and DVD-ROM are described as “discs”.
Page 3: Key Combinations
Key Combinations CAUTION Do not press the following key combinations repeatedly in (quick) succession. Do not press the following key combinations while using the touch pad (mouse) or other keys. Functions Popup Window LCD brightness con- Pressing this key combination adjusts the brightness Fn + F1 trol ( down) of LCD.
Page 4: Led Indicators
LED Indicators Caps Lock This indicator lights green when Caps Lock is pressed. Subsequent non-shifted input is capitalized. NumLk This indicator lights green when NumLk is pressed. This causes a por- (Numeric key) tion of the keyboard to function as a numeric keypad. The [Enter] key functions differently depending on the application.
Page 5: Touch Pad (Advanced)
Touch Pad (Advanced) Using the Touch Pad Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display and perform normal computer Work Surface operations. The touch pad has the following two modes of operation. Microsoft ® IntelliMouse Wheel Mode Original Mode (Setting at the time of purchase) Wheel mode operations (almost identical...
Page 6: Touch Pad (Advanced)
Touch Pad (Advanced) Basic Operation ® Indicates an operation applicable to the Microsoft IntelliMouse Wheel mode. Wheel Indicates an operation applicable to the original mode. Original Function Touch Pad Operation Moving the Cursor Wheel Move the tip of your finger Original lightly over the surface.
Page 7 Touch Pad (Advanced) Function Touch Pad Operation Wheel Zoom* Magnify Ctrl + Magnify/reduce the display of Reduce a document. (rotate the wheel while holding down Ctrl ) Wheel Data Zoom* Shift + Display or hide a document, or perform operations to return to or proceed with Internet Ex- plorer.
Page 8 Touch Pad (Advanced) When you want to use an external mouse When an external mouse or trackball with additional functions (e.g., wheel function) is connected, a part or all of the additional functions may fail to operate. To use these additional functions, install the driver or application software of the external device by following the procedure below.
Page 9 Touch Pad (Advanced) When you want to re-enable the touch pad Windows 98 In [Control Panel] - [Power Management] - [Advanced], select [Shutdown] for [When I press the power button on my computer]. In [Control Panel] - [System] - [Device Manager], when an external mouse or trackball device is displayed in [Mouse], press [Remove] to delete it, and then press [OK] to confirm the deletion.
Page 10: Panasonic Hand Writing (Touch Pad) Windows 98
If a commercially-available pointing device (e.g., mouse) driver is installed and over- writes the driver of the touch pad, Panasonic Hand Writing will no longer work. Select from the task tray or select [Panasonic Hand Writing]...
Page 11 (Touch Pad) Windows 98 Cancel the Touch Pad mode Confirm that the [Panasonic Hand Writing] window is active, and then press the left button of the touch pad. NOTE In the following cases, the Touch Pad mode is automatically cancelled.
Page 12: Standby/Hibernation Functions
Standby/Hibernation Functions Starting Up Your Computer Quickly If you want to immediately start up and continue an application after shutting down your computer, you can do so by using the standby or hibernation function. Differences between the standby and hibernation functions Function Standby function Hibernation function...
Page 13 Standby/Hibernation Functions Shutting Down Using the Standby or Hibernation Function The computer should be set for standby or hibernation ( page 12). Slide the power switch; at the "beep* " sound, release your finger. (After releasing your finger from the power switch, do not touch the power Standby Mode switch until the power indicator goes off...
Page 14: Resuming Operation
Standby/Hibernation Functions Resuming Operation Slide the power switch Windows NT • If the security indicator ( ) is displayed, your password has been set. This password has been set in the Setup Utility and is not a Windows NT pass- word.
Page 15 Standby/Hibernation Functions Precautions for Using the Standby or Hibernation Function Save all data before powering off your computer. When restarting from or shutting down to the standby or hibernation mode, do not touch the touch pad (or move the mouse if one is connected). These devices may fail to operate, you will then need to restart your computer using the keyboard.
Page 16 Standby/Hibernation Functions Windows 98 Windows 2000 When a USB device is connected, there are cases the standby or hibernation function will not operate in a normal manner due to the USB device. In addition, a USB device may have to be removed temporarily and the computer restarted in cases where the computer is unable to start up properly.
Page 17: Security Measures
Security Measures To prevent unauthorized access of your computer, the various security measures are provided below. Situation Function to use Reference You do not want your computer to be used without permission Supervisor Password below User Password You do not want the data on the hard disk to be read, or data to Hard Disk Lock page 20 be written to the hard disk, in cases including theft.
Page 18 Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password. Do not forget your password. If your Supervisor Password is forgotten you will be unable to use your computer. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. When running the Setup Utility, do not leave your computer even for a short time, as the possibility exists for the password to be set/changed by another person.
Page 19 Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your pass- word. Do not forget your password. If a password is forgotten, you will be unable to use your computer. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. When running the Setup Utility, do not leave your computer even for a short time.
Page 20 , select [Security] Using , select [Hard Disk Lock], then press Enter NOTE If [Hard Disk Lock] is not displayed, contact Panasonic Technical Support. To enable the Hard Disk Lock Select [Enable], then press Enter At the [Caution], press Enter .
Page 21 Security Measures Preventing theft or damage to data using a disk You may choose to protect the data on your computer from being accessed illegally or overwritten accidentally by using a disk. You can also set your computer to be unbootable from a disk.
Page 22: Computing On The Road
Computing On the Road Conserving Power One of the main features of notebook-type computers is that you have the power of computing away from your home or office. In the following, information is provided on how to maximize use of the battery pack which is necessary for such computing. Four Important Points POINT Be sure to charge your battery before and after use.
Page 23 Computing On the Road CAUTION When installed in a network environment. Do not use the standby or hibernation function. After resuming operation from the standby or hibernation mode, the network con- nection may be severed or the computer will not work properly. When a device like a high-speed modem or ISDN terminal adaptor is connected to the serial port, etc.
Page 24 Computing On the Road Enabling Power Conservation Windows NT Confirm that Phoenix APM 2.0 for Windows NT ® is installed. (If [APM 2.0 for NT] is displayed in [Control Panel], this means that the program is installed.) If the program is not installed, be sure to install it.
Page 25 Computing On the Road Setting the Intel(R) SpeedStep (TM) Technology You can control power consumption by setting CPU performance separately for “AC adaptor connected” and “AC adaptor disconnected (i.e., running on batteries).” For performance settings, select either [Battery Optimized Performance] or [Maximum Per- formance].
Page 26: Battery Power
Battery pack or charger may not be working properly. Quickly remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adaptor, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Blinking orange* Unable to recharge due to violation of temperature limits.
Page 27 Battery Power When the Remaining Battery Charge Becomes Low save your data and power off your computer Following that: 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 an extra battery, power the computer off. Windows NT Red indicator lights Standby Mode...
Page 28 Battery Power Replacing the Main Battery Pack When the charge provided by your battery pack is supplied for only a short period of time, even after fully charging according to the instructions, it may be time to replace your battery pack. The battery pack is a consumable item and therefore will require replacement (CF-VZSU14).
Page 29 Battery Power Put the cover back into place Mark Match the mark on the battery pack cover to the mark on the computer and slide the cover back into place. CAUTION If the cover is not attached properly, the battery may fall out while the computer is being carried.
Page 30 Battery Power Using the Battery Pack as a Second Battery The battery pack can be used as a second battery by installing into the multimedia pocket. (An optional second battery pack adaptor (CF-VAB721) is required to use the Latch second battery). Installing the Battery Pack into the Adaptor Cabinet Slide the tag while pressing the latch.
Page 31: Multimedia Pocket
Multimedia Pocket You may use any of the following devices. SuperDisk drive CD-ROM drive DVD-ROM drive Second battery pack Attach the battery pack (CF-VZSU14) to a second battery pack adaptor (CF-VAB721). Confirm the latest information on optional products in catalogs, etc. NOTE Before connecting a peripheral such as a USB device or a PC Card, change the multimedia pocket device in accordance with the media in which the driver of the...
Page 32 Multimedia Pocket Installing/Removing Removing the device MP Release Latch Slide the MP release latch. The device will eject slightly. Remove the device by holding both sides of the device. CAUTION Handle the device as shown (holding both sides). Otherwise, the device may be damaged.
Page 33: Cd-Rom/Dvd-Rom Drive
Cleaning the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive using a disc lens cleaner (except a liquid type cleaner) is recommended if it malfunctions. When using Panasonic’s CF-VDD712 DVD-ROM drive, set [CD Drive Speed] in the Setup Utility to [Low]. If [Low] is not set, the computer may malfunction.
Page 34 CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Drive Setting a Disc Side with title on top Turn your computer on Press the disc eject button and slowly pull out the tray Place the disc securely on the center holder Close the tray CAUTION Do not apply excessive force to the tray in the open position, doing so could damage the tray.
Page 35 Set to “2” Use of another region code or alteration of the region code invalidates the warranty. For more information, contact Panasonic Technical Support. If commercially available DVD playback software asks you the region code, set to the follow- ing: <For U.S.A.
Page 36: Superdisk™ Drive
SuperDisk™ Drive The SuperDisk drive can be used to access both SuperDisks and standard floppy disks. The drive letter is “A”. The SuperDisk drive is called as follows: My Computer, Windows Explorer 3 1/2 Floppy Usage Precautions Do not leave a disk in the drive while transporting your computer. Remove the disk by pressing the eject button before your computer is off or enters the standby or hibernation mode, so the head locking mechanism may engage when the computer is powered off.
Page 37 SuperDisk™ Drive Software Preparation Windows 98 If the check mark is added for [Auto insert notification] under [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [System] - [Device Manager] - [Disk drives] - [MATSHITA LS-120 XXXX] - [Set- tings] - [Options], after entering the standby or hibernation mode, the computer may not function properly.
Page 38: Pc Cards
PC Cards Your computer has two PC Card slots. These slots conform to the PC Card Standard; therefore, communications or SCSI devices, etc., may be utilized. The slots allow you to use two Type I or Type II cards (or one Type I and one Type II), or one Type III card. Type I or II Type III One card can be used only in the slot...
Page 39 PC Cards Installing/Removing the PC Card Installing a PC Card Slide the PC Card in until it snaps into place. Refer to the manual for each card on how to install the card (insertion is typically label-side up). CAUTION In the case of a PC Card to connect a peripheral device (SCSI, IEEE 1394, etc.), first connect the peripheral device to the card, and then insert the card after switching ON the device.
Page 40 PC Cards PC Card Utility Program Windows NT About Phoenix Card Executive™ 2.0 for Windows NT ® ® When using a Windows NT model, confirm that Phoenix Card Executive™ 2.0 for ® Windows NT is installed. If [Card Executive 2.0 for NT] is displayed in the [Control Panel], this indicates that the program is installed.
Page 41: Ram Module
RAM Module Use a RAM module meeting the RAM module specifications below. If a module is used that does not meet the specifications, there are cases in which data may become unus- able or the computer may not operate properly. RAM module specifications Only a RAM module designed 144 pins, SO-DIMM, 3.3 V, SDRAM, PC100 Compliant...
Page 42: Port Replicator
Port Replicator A port replicator is available as an option (CF-VEB481). This device eliminates the hassles of having you connect/disconnect the various cables when carrying your computer around and allows a variety of peripherals to be connected includ- ing a headphone or microphone, etc. Expansion Bus Connector The port replicator connects to the expansion bus connector on the bottom of your computer.
Page 43: Printer
Printer Power off your computer "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not shut down using the standby or hibernation mode. NOTE Before connecting a printer, change the multimedia pocket device in accordance with the media in which the driver of the printer exists. Once a screen to install a driver is displayed, the multimedia pocket device cannot be recognized even if it is properly installed.
Page 44: External Display
External Display Power off your computer "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not shut down using the standby or hibernation mode. Connect the external display to your computer External Display Port NOTE For more detailed information, refer to the operation manual of the external display.
Page 45 Select [OK] NOTE There are some applications (Panasonic Hand Writing etc.) that cannot be used in the Dual-Display Mode. When the button to maximize a window is pressed, one of the displays will show the maximized display.
Page 46 External Display CAUTION When the application running is not shown on the display, refer to the following items. (Under the condition the application is in the external display (external display [2]), or after the application is closed in the external display, there are cases the application will not be shown in the display when executed the next time if the position of the Extension Display is changed or the Dual-Display Mode is closed.) When there is no display after the position of the Extension Display is changed:...
Page 47: Usb Devices
USB Devices Windows 98 Windows 2000 NOTE Windows NT USB devices are not supported. Installing USB Devices Power off your computer "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not shut down using the standby or hibernation mode. NOTE Before connecting a USB device, change the multimedia pocket device in accordance with the media in which the driver of the USB device exists.
Page 48: Infrared Data Communications
Infrared Data Communications Windows 98 Windows 2000 NOTE Windows NT An application software is needed to use the infrared data communications. The infrared data communications can not be used at 4 Mbps data transfer speed. Your computer is equipped with an infrared communications port enabling you to trans- fer data without a cable.
Page 49 Infrared Data Communications Windows 98 Windows 2000 Data Communications Windows 98 NOTE Be sure to enable the use of the Infrared Communication Port in the same way for the computer with which communications will take place. It is possible to confirm whether infrared communications is possible with another computer by selecting [Status] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Infrared].
Page 50: Modem
Modem Connecting to a Telephone Line and Settings Windows 98 Windows 2000 Windows NT page When using the internal modem, set [Modem] to [Enable]* in the Setup Utility. (* Default) Connecting a telephone line to the internal modem It is not possible to connect the internal modem to any of the following lines. Internal home phones Intercoms CAUTION...
Page 51 Modem Ring Resume Function With this function, if the phone to the line connected to the internal modem rings in the standby mode, the power of the computer automatically switches ON. This function is convenient when using automatic information receiving applications like a FAX application when not at home or not in the office.
Page 52 Modem Connecting to a Telephone Line and Settings Windows NT Windows 98 Windows 2000 page When using the internal modem, set [Modem] to [Enable]* in the Setup Utility. (* Default) Connecting a telephone line to the internal modem It is not possible to connect the internal modem to any of the following lines. Internal home phones Intercoms CAUTION...
Page 53: Hard Disk Drive
Hard Disk Drive To change your hard disk drive, contact Panasonic Technical Support CAUTION To customers: To change your hard disk, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Be sure to back up all important data before the change. If [Hard Disk Lock] is set to [Enable] in the Setup Utility, change this to [Disable] before the change.
Page 54: Setup Utility
Press F2 while [Press <F2> to enter SETUP] is displayed soon after the computer begins the startup procedure (If you fail to press F2 at this time, restart your computer.) Panasonic If [Enter your password] is displayed Enter your password.
Page 55 Setup Utility Main Menu BIOS Version: Vx.xxLxx System Time: [xx:xx:xx] System Date: [xx/xx/xxxx] System Memory: xxx MB Primary Master: xx GB Secondary Master: CD Drive NumLock: [Off] Touch Pad: [Enable] Speaker: [Enable] Display: [Simultaneous] Display Expansion: [Enable] Parameters : Default) NumLock* Does not operate for Windows NT or Windows 2000.
Page 56 Setup Utility Advanced Menu Device Configuration: [BIOS] Serial Port: [Auto] IrDA Port: [Auto] Parallel Port: [Auto] Mode: [ECP] Sound Controller: [Enable] Modem: [Enable] Parameters : Default) Device Configuration BIOS Serial Port Disable Enable Auto This item is displayed only when the setting of I/O IRQ* 3F8/IRQ4 each port is [Enable].
Page 57 Setup Utility Security Menu Password on boot: [Enable] Set Supervisor Password: [Enter] Hard Disk Lock: [Disable] User Password Protection: [No Protection] Set User Password: [Enter] SuperDisk Operation: [Enable] Processor Serial Number: [Disable] NOTE If starting up the Setup Utility with the User Password; The User Password can only be set when the Supervisor Password has been set and [User Password Protection] has been set to [No Protection].
Page 58: Power Management Modes
Setup Utility Power Menu When Windows 98 or Windows 2000 is starting up, the individual timeout functions of the Setup Utility will not work. Power Management Mode: [Enable (Always)] HDD Motor Timeout: 2 min ECO Mode Timeout: 2 min Power Switch: [Off] Fn+F7/Fn+F10 Key: [Enable]...
Page 59 Setup Utility Boot Menu 1. [SuperDisk Drive]* This item is shown even when the SuperDisk drive is not in- stalled or [SuperDisk Operation] is set to [Disable]. 2. [Hard Disk Drive] 3. [CD Drive]* The description for “CD Drive” applies to the DVD-ROM drive. The default order is as follows: [SuperDisk Drive] [Hard Disk Drive]...
Page 60: Technical Information
Technical Information Network When the power saving function is running, communications software may malfunc- tion. For example, communications may be halted if the standby (hibernation) mode is activated. The computer must be restarted if one of these modes is entered during data communications.
Page 61 Technical Information Enabling Power Conservation Windows NT ® Confirm that Phoenix APM 2.0 for Windows NT is installed. (If [APM 2.0 for NT] is displayed in [Control Panel], this means that the program is installed.) If the program is not installed, be sure to install it. ( page Windows Security Function Windows NT...
Page 62: Dmi Viewer
CPU and memory. Running DMI Viewer Select [DMI Viewer] from [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] The screen shown below is displayed. When you click on an item, detailed information on that item will be displayed.
Page 63: List Of Error Codes
If your system displays one of except 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 64 List of Error Codes 02F5: DMA Test Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to extended DMA (Direct Memory Access) registers. 02F6: Software NMI Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot generate software NMI (Non-Maskable Interrupt). 02F7: Fail - Safe Timer NMI Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Fail-Safe Timer takes too long.
Page 65: Dealing With Problems (Advanced)
Dealing With Problems (Advanced) When a problem occurs, refer to this page. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Starting Up The power indicator or Check the cable connection for the AC adaptor. battery indicator is not lit Check to see if a fully charged battery is properly installed.
Page 66 F9 does not work Restart the Setup Utility with the Supervisor Password. [Hard Disk Lock] is not The internal battery maintaining the clock may need to be replaced. Contact Panasonic displayed Technical Support. Application Software Computer hangs Press Ctrl + Alt + Del and select [Shut Down].
Page 67 Dealing With Problems (Advanced) Display No display after powering When there is no display to an external display, • Check your cable connection to the external display. • Confirm your display is powered on. • Check the settings for your external display. Try changing the display by pressing Fn + F3 .
Page 68 Windows 98 If a switch is made to the Touch Pad mode in Panasonic Hand Writing, any external mouse or trackball connecting to the external keyboard/mouse port will not oper- ate. A PC Card does not work Make sure the card is properly inserted.
Page 69 Dealing With Problems (Advanced) Connecting Peripherals Windows 98 The address map for IRQ, I/O port address, etc. is Check the address map by going to [View Resources] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control unclear Panel] - [System] - [Device Manager] - [Computer] - [Properties]. Windows NT Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Administrative Tools (Common)] -[Windows NT Diag- nostics] to see the present conditions.
Page 70 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. When the previous item is Try testing another drive or media.
Page 71 The sound may continue for a short period of time, but if the computer starts up in a normal manner, then the problem is not serious. If, however, the computer fails to start up, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Shutting Down Unable to shut down Win- Do not shut down Windows during music playback.
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