Panasonic 9TGCF-192, 9TGCF-197, 9TGCF-196, 9TGCF-191 User Manual

XP

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Personal Computer

Model No. CF-19 Series

Contents

Getting Started

Read Me First ................................................. 3

Names and Functions of Parts ........................ 9

First-time Operation ...................................... 13

• Read Me First

• Key Combinations

Operation

Starting Up/Shutting Down ............................ 17

Touch Pad (Basic Operation) ............................. 20

Touchscreen (Basic Operation) .......................... 21

Operating in Tablet Mode .............................. 22

Reference Manual ......................................... 24

Useful Information ......................................... 25

Reference Manual

• LED Indicators

Getting Started

[Additional Manual]

Reference Manual

This manual can be accessed on your computer. Re­fer to page 24 on how to access the Reference Manual.

Reference Manual

• Tablet Buttons

• Touch Pad

Touchscreen

•

• Software keyboard

Panasonic Hand Writing

•

• Display Rotation

• Standby/Hibernation

Functions

• Security Measures

Computing on the Road

•

• Battery Power

• PC Cards

• SD Memory Card

• SD Memory Card

Security Function

• RAM Module

• Port Replicator

• External Display

• USB Devices

• Modem

• LAN

• Wireless LAN

• Bluetooth

• Wireless Switch Utility

• Hard Disk Drive

• Setup Utility

• Icon Enlarger

• Loupe Utility

Troubleshooting

List of Error Codes ........................................ 29

Dealing with Problems (Summary) .................. 30

Reinstalling Software .................................... 35

Reference Manual

• Technical Information

• DMI Viewer

• List of Error Codes

• Dealing with Problems

(Advanced)

Appendix

LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT ....... 37

Hard Disk Backup Function ............................. 39

Hard Disk Data Erase Utility.......................... 43

Specifications ................................................ 44

LIMITED WARRANTY................................... 46

Operation

Troubleshooting

Appendix

Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use.

Customer's Record

Model No.*

Serial No.

or

Code No.

Date of Purchase

* For the Model No., insert the 12 digit number (for example, CF-19CHBAXBM) located on

the bottom of the computer.

Dealer's Name

Dealer's Address

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic computer. Read the operating instructions thoroughly for proper operation of your new
computer.

Illustrations and Terminology in this Manual

Getting Started

NOTE: NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information.
CAUTION: CAUTION indicates a condition that may result in minor or moderate injury.

Enter : This illustration means to press the [Enter] key.
Fn + F5 : This illustration means to press and hold the [Fn] key, then press the [F5] key.

[start] - [Run]: This illustration means to click [start], then to click [Run]. For some applications, you may need to

double-click.

: Where to go for referred information.

: This illustration means to refer to the Reference Manual, which is available on your computer.

Refer to page 24 on how to access this manual.
Some of the illustrations in this manual may differ slightly in shape from the actual items in order to make the explanation
easier to understand.
The “CD/DVD drive” is a description about drives, such as DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CD-R/RW, and DVD-ROM & CD­R/RW drives.
In this manual, descriptions are given using illustrations not featuring the hand strap for convenience of explanation.
If the user has logged on without administrator authority, some functions may not be executable, and some screens may not
be displayed as shown in this manual. If this happens, log on with the administrator authority to enable these functions.
Confirm the latest information on optional products in catalogs, etc.
In this manual, “Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional Service Pack 2 with Advanced Security Technologies” is indi­cated as “Windows” or “Windows XP”.

Copyright

This manual is copyrighted by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. with all rights reserved. No part of this manual may be
reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein.

© 2006 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.

Disclaimer

Computer specifications and manuals are subject to change without notice. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. assumes no
liability for damage incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manuals.

Trademarks

Microsoft, Windows, the Windows logo and IntelliMouse are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation of the United S tates
and/or other countries.
Intel, Pentium and PROSet are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation.
SD Logo is a trademark.
Adobe, the Adobe logo and Adobe Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the
United States and/or other countries.
Bluetooth is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Panasonic is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Names of products, brands, etc., appearing in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective owner companies.

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Read Me First

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.

<Only for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth>

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.

<Only for models with wireless LAN>
This product is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in
the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range.
FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency
range 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful in­terference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.
High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 to

5.35 GHz and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can
cause interference with and /or damage this product.

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.

Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, NJ 07094
T el No:1-800-LAPTOP5 (1-800-527-8675)

FCC Regulation Notice for modem
This equipment contains a FCC approved modem.

Tested T o Comply
With FCC Standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

1. This equipment complies with CFR47 Part 68 rules. On the
computer is a label that contains, among other information,
the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number
(REN) for this equipment. If required, this information must
be provided to the telephone company .

2. An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is pro­vided with this equipment. This equipment is designed to be
connected to the telephone network or premises wiring us­ing a compatible modular jack which is Part 68 compliant.
See Installation Instructions for details.

3. The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which
may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on the
telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response
to an incoming call. In most, but not all area, the sum of RENs
should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of
devices that may be connected to a line, as determined by the
total RENs, contact the local telephone company.

4. If your telephone equipment cause harm to the telephone
network, the telephone company will notify you in advice
that temporary discontinuance of service may be required.
But if advice notice isn’t practical, the telephone company
will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will
be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if
you believe it is necessary.

5. The telephone company may take changes in its facilities,
equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the op­eration of the equipment. If this happens the telephone com­pany will provide advance notice in order for you to make
necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.

6. If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or
warranty information, please contact Panasonic Corporation
of North America at DIAL TOLL FREE 1-800-LAPTOP5
(1-800-527-8675). If the equipment is causing harm to the

telephone network, the telephone company may request that
you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.

7. There are no user serviceable parts contained in this equip­ment.

8. This equipment may not be used on coin service provided
by the telephone company . Connection to party lines is sub­ject to state tariffs.

Getting Started

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