Panasonic 9TGCF-185A, 9TGCF-183A User Manual

Supplementary Instructions

for GSM/GPRS/EGPRS

This manual contains supplementary instructions regarding the use of the computer. It explains the cases where the operation of the computer differs from that in the Operating Instructions.

Your computer is equipped with GSM/GPRS/EGPRS enabling you to communicate using radio frequencies.

Contents
Precautions ..................................................................	2
Names and Functions of Parts ...................................	5
Installing/Removing a SIM Card .................................	7
Installing the Software.................................................	8
Appendix ....................................................................	13
Specifications ............................................................	14

Illustrations and Terminology in this Manual

NOTE: NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information.

CAUTION: CAUTION indicates a condition that may result in minor or moderate injury.

Windows 2000 : Information for Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional users. Windows XP : Information for Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional users. Tablet PC : Information for Microsoft® Windows® XP Tablet PC Edition users.

[Start] - [Run]: This illustration means to click [Start], then to click [Run]. (For some applications, you may need to double-click.)

About the abbreviations in this manual, refer to the table on page 13.

Windows 2000 screens are used in this manual when no specific OS notes are required.

Precautions

Safety Precautions

The following safety precautions must be observed during all phases of the operation, usage, service or repair of any Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/ GPRS/EGPRS modem. Manufacturers of the cellular terminal are advised to convey the following safety information to users and operating personnel and to incorporate these guidelines into all manuals supplied with the product. 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.

When in a hospital or other health care facility, observe the restrictions on the use of mobiles. Switch Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/ GPRS/EGPRS modem off, if instructed to do so by the guidelines posted in sensitive areas. Medical equipment may be sensitive to RF energy.

The operation of cardiac pacemakers, other implanted medical equipment and hearing aids can be affected by interference from Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem placed close to the device. If in doubt about potential danger, contact the physician or the manufacturer of the device to verify that the equipment is properly shielded. Pacemaker patients are advised to keep their Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem away from the pacemaker, while it is on.

SwitchoffPersonalComputerorHandheldComputerincorporatingGSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem before boarding an aircraft. Make sure it cannot be switched on inadvertently. The operation of wireless appliances in an aircraft is forbidden to prevent interference with communications systems. Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the suspension or denial of cellular services to the offender, legal action, or both.

Do not operate Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/ GPRS/EGPRS modem in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Switch off the cellular terminal when you are near petrol stations, fuel depots, chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress. Operation of any electrical equipment

in potentially explosive atmospheres can constitute a safety hazard.

Your Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem receives and transmits radio frequency energy while switched on. Remember that interference can occur if it is used close to TV sets, radios, computers or inadequately shielded equipment. Follow any special regulations and always switch off Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem wherever forbidden, or when you suspect that it may cause interference or danger.

Road safety comes first! Do not use a Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem while driving a vehicle. Do not place the computer with GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem in an area where it could cause personal injury to the driver or passengers. It is recommended to stow the unit in the boot or secure stowage area while driving.

Do not place the computer with GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem in an area over an air bag or in the vicinity where an air bag may deploy.

Air bags inflate with great force and if the computer with GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem is placed in the air bag deployment area may be propelled with great force and cause serious injury to occupants of the vehicle.

IMPORTANT!

Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem operate using radio signals and cellular networks cannot be guaranteed to connect in all conditions. Therefore, you should never rely solely upon any wireless device for essential communications, for example emergency calls.

Remember, in order to make or receive calls, Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem must be switched on and in a service area with adequate cellular signal strength.

Some networks do not allow for emergency calls if certain network services or phone features are in use (e.g. lock functions, fixed dialing etc.). You may need to deactivate those features before you can make an emergency call.

Some networks require that a valid SIM card be properly inserted in Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS/EGPRS modem.

Precautions

For U.S.A.

Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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 radio/TV technician for help.

Warning

To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface cables when connecting to a computer or peripheral. Also, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

FCC RF Exposure Warning:

This equipment is provided with PC Card slot that could be used with wireless transmitters, which will be specifically recommended when they become available.

Other third-party wireless transmitters have not been RF exposure evaluated for use with this computer and may not comply with FCC RF exposure requirements.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

This equipment has been approved for portable operation, and unless otherwise advised in separate supplemental instructions for individual wireless transmitter(s), requires minimum 1.5 cm spacing be provided between antenna(s) and all person’s body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist and feet) during wireless modes of operation.

This equipment may use multiple installed transmitters, which may be capable of simultaneous transmission.

This equipment is provided with external antenna connector(s) for connection to optional Car Mounter or Port Replicator for mobile external mounted antenna(s). External antenna(s) must be professionally installed and cannot exceed recommended maximum antenna gain as described in individual provided supplement instructions for wireless transmitters. Also, user must maintain minimum 20 cm spacing between external antenna(s) and all person’s body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist and feet) during wireless modes of operation.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2)This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.