Panasonic CF-S9KWAZZ1M User Manual

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Reference Manual

Personal Computer

Model No. CF-C1 Series Model No. CF-F9 Series Model No. CF-S9 Series

We recommend that this Reference Manual be printed.

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Read Me First

Illustrations and Terminology in this Reference Manual

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

Enter Fn+F5

Windows 7

(Start) - [All Programs]

Windows XP

[start] - [Run]

 or ⇒ These symbols indicate related pages.

xxxx

This illustration means to press the This illustration means to press and hold the Fn key, then press the F5 key.

When using with the key and the

This illustration means to click (Start), then to click [All Programs].

This illustration means to click [start], then to click [Run].

 : If this is clicked, it will jump to the page corresponding Reference Manual.

⇒ : Refer to the Operating Instructions.

If *1 is clicked, it will jump to a related topic.

Ctrl

key and the

key reversed.

Enter

key.

Ctrl

key functions interchanged, read with the Fn

 “Genuine Windows® 7 Professional (32-bit)” or “Genuine Windows® 7 Professional (64-bit)” is indicated as “Windows” or

“Windows 7”.

 In this manual, “Genuine Microsoft

Tablet PC Edition Service Pack 3” are indicated as “Windows” or “Windows XP” unless otherwise indicated.

 <CF-C1 Series>

The computer screen supporting touching methods (using digitizer pen / stylus / your fingers) is referred to as the “screen”.

 <CF-C1 Series>

In this manual, the digitizer pen and the stylus are referred to as the “pen (included)”.

 <CF-C1 Series>

In this manual, the Digitizer + Multi Touch Screen (Capacitive) is referred to as the “digitizer”, and the Multi Touch Screen (Resistive) is referred to as the “touchscreen”.

 <CF-F9/CF-S9 Series>

The following software package is described as follows:

• "WinDVD™ 8 (OEM Version)" as "WinDVD"

 This manual explains using the Windows XP and Windows 7 default setting.  Some illustrations are simplified to help your understanding and may look different from the actual unit.

Windows® XP Professional Service Pack 3” and “Genuine Microsoft® Windows® XP

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Read Me First

Windows 7

Sound and Video

 Sound (e.g. MP3, WMA) and video (e.g. MPG, WMV) recorded in PC Cards and SD Memory Cards may be interrupted

during playback. If this happens, copy them to the hard disk drive and play back.

 Sound and video in AVI files may be interrupted or produce a time-lag during playback. If this happens, Click or

on the notification area. Select [High performance]. This may remedy the problem.

 Depending on the processing status on Windows, sound may be interrupted at Windows startup. You can mute the sound

at startup.

A Right-click the desktop and click [Personalize] - [Sounds]. B Remove the check mark from [Play Windows Startup sound], and click [OK].

Windows 7

Entering hibernation suddenly

The computer may enter the hibernation mode by thermal control if you use the computer in a high ambient temperature and use an application that uses a lot of CPU power. Wait a few minutes (at least 5) before turning the computer on again if this occurs.

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Using the Touch Pad

In this section, illustrations of the CF-C1 Series are used as examples. Use the Touch Pad to move the cursor on the screen and perform computer operations.

A. Work Surface (Touch Pad) B. Left Button C. Right Button

Function Operation

Moving the Cursor

Move the tip of your finger lightly over the work surface.

Tapping/Clicking

Double-Tapping/ Double-Clicking

tapping or clicking To right-click: Can only be performed by clicking the right button.

double-tapping or double-clicking

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Using the Touch Pad

Function Operation

Dragging

Two quick taps, but on the second tap leaving your finger down (applying pressure) and moving it on the work surface. or While holding down the button, moving your finger on the work surface.

Scroll Trace a circle around the Touch Pad. ( below)

NOTE

 You can change the speed of the double-click or the operations of mouse buttons by clicking (Start) -

[Control Panel] - [Hardware and Sound] - [Mouse]/ [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printer and Other Hardware] [Mouse].

Windows XP

Windows 7

Scroll

 The Touch Pad utility ( page 6)

You can scroll continuously by tracing a circle on the Touch Pad (Start scrolling from the edge of the Touch Pad).

Vertical scroll It can be used in the default setting. Horizontal scroll A setting is required to use the horizontal scroll.

Windows XP

 The Virtual Scrolling function ( page 9)

You can scroll vertically (or horizontally) by tracing repeatedly in the desired direction.

Vertical scroll The Virtual Scrolling function must be set to enable. Horizontal scroll

You can use separate settings for each account regarding whether to use the Touch Pad utility or the Virtual Scrolling function.

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Using the Touch Pad

Using the Touch Pad Utility

You can scroll easily by tracing a circle on the Touch Pad.

NOTE

 External mouse drivers cannot be used at the same time as the Touch Pad utility.

1 Make the following settings to use the horizontal scroll.

Once the settings have been made, it is not necessary to make the same settings the next time.

Windows 7

A Click on the notification area and click .

Windows XP

B click [Settings].

When is not displayed: Click (Start)/ [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad Utility settings].

If a message appears indicating that the Touch Pad utility is not running, click

Windows 7

Pad Utility], and display .

C Add a check mark for [Activate horizontal scroll function] in the [General

settings] screen, and click [OK].

Click on the notification area.

Windows 7

(Start)/ [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch

Windows XP

2 Place the cursor over the area that you want to scroll, and tap

(click).

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Using the Touch Pad

3 Remove your finger from the pad, then place your finger in the appropriate area to begin

scrolling.

The finger position on the Touch Pad can be changed using the Touch Pad utility. ( page 8) This explanation assumes in the default setting.

Vertical scroll

Position where finger is placed

Windows 7

Icon /

Windows XP

area

If the horizontal scroll function has not been enabled, the segment shown in the figure above (A) is also included in the area to begin vertical scrolling.

on the notification

When you place your finger on the Touch Pad, the icon changes.

Horizontal scroll

4 Trace a circle around the Touch Pad without lifting your finger from the pad.

The scroll direction can be changed using [Reverse vertical scrolling] or [Reverse horizontal scrolling] in the Touch Pad utility. ( page 8)

Vertical scroll

Trace clockwise To scroll down To scroll right

Horizontal scroll

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Using the Touch Pad

Vertical scroll

Trace counter-clockwise To scroll up To scroll left

When the horizontal scroll function has not been enabled, any scrolling will be vertical scrolling.

 The screen will not scroll if you trace toward the center of the Touch Pad.  On screens that cannot be scrolled (e.g., desktop screen), if you scroll, the computer may try to scroll the screen,

causing the cursor to freeze. If this happens, remove your finger from the Touch Pad and begin again, this time starting from the center of the Touch Pad.

 For example, on a screen that will only scroll horizontally, even if you execute a vertical scroll, the screen will

scroll horizontally.

Horizontal scroll

5 Once scrolling has begun, continue to trace a circle on the Touch Pad without removing

your finger from the pad.

 As long as you are tracing a circle, you can continue scrolling using any position on the Touch Pad.  To scroll in the opposite direction, trace a circle in the opposite direction without removing your finger from the

Touch Pad.

6 When you finish scrolling, remove your finger from the Touch Pad.

 Change the settings for the Touch Pad utility

1 Click on the notification area and click .

Windows 7

Windows XP

Click on the notification area.

2 Click [Settings].

When is not displayed: page 6, step1-B

3 Change the settings.

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Using the Touch Pad

4 Click [OK].

NOTE

 Because the Touch Pad utility and the Virtual Scrolling function both offer scrolling

functions that use the Touch Pad, these two features cannot be used simultaneously. If you try to use them at the same time, a message may be displayed asking you if you want to enable the Touch Pad utility.

• To use the Touch Pad utility: Click [Yes]. The Virtual Scrolling function will be disabled.

• To use the Virtual Scrolling function: Click [No].

You can uninstall the Touch Pad utility using the following procedure.

A Click or on the notification area. B Click [Exit].

C Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs] - [Touch Pad Utility], and then click [Uninstall] to remove

the program.

Windows XP

Using the Virtual Scrolling Function

Set the Virtual Scrolling function using the following procedure. The Touch Pad utility will be disabled.

1 Click on the notification area.

2 Click [Settings].

When is not displayed: page 6, step 1-B

3 Remove the check mark from [Activate Touch Pad function] in [General settings], and

then click [OK].

Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse] - [Device Settings].

5 Click the device name (e.g., Synaptics TouchPad) in [Devices], then click [Settings].

6 Click [Virtual Scrolling], add a check mark for the scroll functions you want to use, then

click [OK].

7 Click [OK] at [Mouse Properties].

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Using the Touch Pad

Handling the Touch Pad

 By design, the Touch Pad is to be used with a fingertip only. Do not place any object on the work surface or press down

forcefully with sharp-pointed objects (e.g., nails) or hard objects that can leave marks (e.g., pencils and ball point pens).

 Try to avoid having any harmful substances, such as oil, come in contact with the Touch Pad. The cursor may not work

properly in such cases.

 When the Touch Pad becomes dirty:

Wipe to remove dirt by using a dry soft cloth such as gauze or a soft cloth first applied with detergent diluted with water and then thoroughly wrung. Do not use benzene or thinner, or rubbing alcohol. Doing so may adversely affect the surface, e.g., discoloration. In addition, do not use commercially available household cleaners and cosmetics, as they may contain components harmful to the surface.

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Screen Input Operation

<Only for CF-C1 Series> The screen of your computer allows you to perform the same operations as the Touch Pad or mouse by touching its surface. <Only for model with digitizer> The computer supports, using the digitizer pen(included) and your fingers. <Only for model with touchscreen> The computer supports, using the stylus (included) and your fingers. In this manual, the digitizer pen and the stylus are referred to as the “pen (included)”. The operation settings can be changed. ( page 14)

Operation by Touching the Screen

 Touching with the pen (included)

In this section, illustrations of the digitizer pen are used as examples.

Functions Operation

Moving the cursor

The cursor is moved to the location pointed by the pen (included).

Clicking (Tapping)

One tap

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Screen Input Operation

Functions Operation

Double-clicking (Double-tapping)

Dragging

Two quick taps

Touch and hold the object (i.e. file or icon), move the pen (included) on the surface (dragging the object to the desired location), then release the pen (included).

 To right-click

 You can choose either of the two ways below.

 Touch and hold the object with the pen (included), and release the pen when a circle surrounding the object

appears.

 Press and hold the button (A) of the digitizer pen, and then touch the object.

 To Display the mouse image

Windows 7

A Click (Start) - [Control Panel] - [Hardware and Sound] - [Pen and Touch]. B Click [Touch], and add a check mark for [Show the touch pointer when I’m interacting with items on the screen].

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Screen Input Operation

Windows XP

A Touch the item you want to right-click and continue touching until is completely displayed.

B Move the pen (included) away from the surface of the display.

Moving the pen (included) away from the surface of the display before has not completely displayed will result in a left click.

 When needed, the above settings can be configured using the following procedure.

A Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Tablet and Pen Settings] - [Pen Options]. B Click [Press and hold] in [Pen Action] and then click [Settings]. C In [Press and Hold Settings], change the settings and then click [OK].

For more information, refer to “Help” in the bottom right corner of the [Press and Hold Settings].

 Touching with your fingers

Functions Operation

Moving the cursor

The cursor is moved to the location pointed with finger.

Clicking (Tapping)

Double-clicking (Double-tapping)

One tap with one finger

Two quick taps with one finger

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Screen Input Operation

Functions Operation

Dragging

Touch and hold the object (i.e. file or icon), move the finger on the surface (dragging the object to the desired location), then release the finger.

The following operations may not be possible depending on the application program being used.

Functions Operation

Zoom in, zoom out Use two fingers to touch the image or text you want to zoom in or out on, and draw

your fingers apart to zoom in and together to zoom out.

Rotate Use two fingers to touch the image or text, and use one finger as the center of

rotation and the other finger to rotate.

 To right-click

Touch and hold the object with the finger and release the pen when a circle surrounding the object appears.

Windows 7

 Change the settings for the screen

 When needed, the screen settings can be configured using the following procedure.

A To Display [Pen and Touch] screen.

Click on the notification area and click . And then click [Customize your flicks settings].

When is not displayed: Click (Start) - [Control Panel] - [Hardware and Sound] - [Pen and Touch],

and add the check mark in [Display flicks icon in the notification area] in [Flicks].

B Make necessary changes and click [OK].

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Screen Input Operation

CAUTION

 If a change is made to the display resolution, or the cursor cannot be pointed correctly with the pen (included), be sure

to calibrate the screen. ( page 15)

 When mouse drivers are installed (e.g., IntelliMouse), the screen function may not be used.  When the operation of panning (only the internal LCD) is performed while the display resolution is set higher than the

resolution of the internal LCD, the screen function will not work properly.



Even when only an external display is in use, the cursor will move on the external display if the surface of the internal LCD is touched when the screen driver is active. Therefore, do not touch the internal LCD when only an external display is in use.

 The screen function does not work in the Setup Utility.

Windows XP

 The screen function does not work in the “Full Screen” of [Command Prompt].

NOTE

 Do not move the pen (included) too quickly. If the pen (included) moves too quickly, the cursor may be unable to follow

its movement.

Calibrating the Screen

When you cannot point correctly with the pen (included) or your fingers, calibrate the screen by following the steps below. A standard user needs to perform the calibration as an administrator before performing the calibration for each user.

Windows 7

 Calibration by an administrator

NOTE

 At first, log on to Windows as an administrator, and perform this calibration.  Rotate the display to primary landscape before performing the calibration. ( page 22).

1 Run [Tablet PC Settings].

Click (start) - [Control Panel] - [Hardware and Sound] - [Tablet PC Settings].

2 Click [Calibrate].

3 Click [Pen input] or [Touch input].

To calibrate the screen for the digitizer pen operation, click [Pen input]. To calibrate the screen for the finger operation, click [Touch input].

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Screen Input Operation

4 If [User Account Control] is displayed, click [Yes].

5 Using the digitizer pen or finger, touch each of the “+” target marks one by one, and then

click [Yes].

 Calibration by a standard user

NOTE

 Perform the following calibration for each user.

1 Run [Tablet PC Settings].

Click (start) - [Control Panel] - [Hardware and Sound] - [Tablet PC Settings].

2 Click [Calibrate]. 3 Click [Pen input] or [Touch input].

To calibrate the screen for the digitizer pen operation, click [Pen input]. To calibrate the screen for the finger operation, click [Touch input].

4 Using the digitizer pen or finger, touch each of the “+” target marks one by one, and then

click [Yes].

Windows XP

 Calibration by a standard user

NOTE

 Perform the following calibration for each user.

1 Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Tablet and Pen Settings].

2 Click [Calibrate…].

3 Click [Pen] or [Touch].

To calibrate the screen for the digitizer pen operation, click [Pen]. To calibrate the screen for the finger operation, click [Touch].

4 Using the digitizer pen or finger, touch each of the “+” target marks one by one.

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Screen Input Operation

5 Click [OK] for the digitizer pen operation, or [Finished] for the finger operation.

Windows 7

 Calibration by an administrator

NOTE

 At first, log on to Windows as an administrator, and perform this calibration.  Rotate the display to primary landscape before performing the calibration. ( page 22).

1 Run [Tablet PC Settings].

Click (start) - [Control Panel] - [Hardware and Sound] - [Tablet PC Settings].

2 Click [Calibrate].

3 If [User Account Control] is displayed, click [Yes].

4 Using the stylus, touch each of the “+” target marks one by one, and then click [Yes].

 Calibration by a standard user

NOTE

 Perform the following calibration for each user.

1 Run [Tablet PC Settings].

Click (start) - [Control Panel] - [Hardware and Sound] - [Tablet PC Settings].

2 Click [Calibrate]. 3 Using the stylus, touch each of the “+” target marks one by one, and then click [Yes].

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Screen Input Operation

Windows XP

 Calibration by an administrator

If an administrator performs calibration once, other administrators will not need to do even if multiple user accounts are created. This does not need to be performed two times or more for one computer.

1 Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Tablet and Pen Settings].

2 Set the following with [Calibration] in [Settings].

3 Using the stylus, touch each of the “+” target marks one by one, and then click [Yes].

 Calibration by a standard user

1 Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Tablet and Pen Settings]. 2 Set the following with [Calibration] in [Settings].

3 Using the stylus, touch each of the “+” target marks one by one, and then click [Yes].

Handling the Screen

 Use the pen (included) with the computer. Do not use pencils, implements with sharp tips or hard objects for screen

operations. The screen may be damaged as a result.

 Do not place any object on the surface or press down forcefully with sharp-pointed objects (e.g., nails), or hard objects that

can leave marks (e.g., pencils and ball point pens).

 Do not apply pressure to the perimeter of the display panel. The cursor may move to the edge of the display.  Do not operate the computer when such things as dust are on the screen. Do not allow contact with substances that could

dirty the screen, such as oil.

 Do not apply too much pressure when operating the screen.

Only a light touch is required to operate the screen. Applying too much pressure may damage the surface.

 Do not touch the screen outside of the LCD display area.

The screen input area is defined by the LCD display screen. Touching the screen outside of the display area may result malfunctions or damage to the screen.

 When the screen becomes dirty:

• Wipe to remove dirt by using a dry soft cloth included with the computer.

• Do not use benzene or thinner, or rubbing alcohol.

• For more information, refer to “Suggestions About Cleaning the LCD Surface” ( page 19).

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Screen Input Operation

 The screen uses electromagnetic induction and may not work properly near strong electrical field or magnetic field such

as:

• Near AM radio base station or relay station antennas

• Near CRT displays that generate strong electromagnetic field noise Move the screen away from such locations so it will work properly.

Handling the pen (included)

 Clean the pen (included) tip and screen prior to operation. Foreign particles can scratch the screen and impede the

operation of the pen (included).

 Use the pen (included) only for the computer screen. Using it for any other purpose may damage the pen (included) and

scratch the screen.

Suggestions About Cleaning the LCD Surface

To improve the outdoor visibility of the display, a low reflection coating has been added. In order to avoid scratches and peeling of this coating, an approved soft cloth has been included to wipe the LCD surface of the computer. Before using the computer, be sure to read the instructions provided below.

• Be sure to wipe the LCD display to remove fingerprints, etc., with the soft cloth.

• Do not wipe areas other than the LCD display with the soft cloth.

 Use the soft cloth when it is dry. Do not apply water or solvents to the soft cloth.  First, lightly wipe foreign particles and dust adhering to the LCD display on one side of the soft

cloth. Do not use force, since the LCD surface may be damaged with the foreign particles or dust. Next, wipe off fingerprints, etc., with the other side of the soft cloth. After wiping off foreign particles and dust, wash the soft cloth (refer to the following) to remove the foreign particles and dust from the soft cloth.

 When the soft cloth becomes dirty, wash it with neutral detergent. Do not use bleach or a fabric

conditioner (softener), or carry out sterilization by boiling.

 If the LCD gets wet, wipe the surface lightly with the soft cloth.  We recommend wiping the LCD display before using the computer.

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Tablet Buttons

Button Function

LCD Brightness

: down : up

Input Panel

Tablet PC Input Panel on/off  This button does not work on the Welcome screen.

Rotation

Rotates the display. ( page 22)  Do not press the button again until the display rotation is completed.

Security

Ctrl

Alt

Del

Works as

USER

Dashboard for CF-C1 on/off ( page 33)

NOTE

 The Tablet buttons work when the Windows screen is displayed.  The Tablet buttons may not work immediately after Windows is started up or the Windows logon screen (or the

Welcome screen) is displayed.

Setting the Tablet Buttons

NOTE

 You can have different settings for each user.  On the Windows logon screen and Welcome screen, the tablet buttons are enabled and work in default irrespective of

the settings you made.

 To change the tablet button functions

You can change the functions of the following tablet buttons.

(LCD Brightness) / (Input Panel) / (Rotation) / (USER)

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Tablet Buttons

To change the functions of the LCD Brightness buttons

1 Open the Dashboard for CF-C1.

Press (USER) button.

2 Select a function in [Brightness buttons].

Brightness Up/Down: Use the buttons to adjust the LCD brightness (default setting) Page Up/Down: Use the buttons to control page up/down Up/Down Arrow keys: Use the buttons to move the cursor up/down

3 Close the Dashboard for CF-C1.

To change the functions of the Input Panel/Rotation/USER buttons

1 Open the Dashboard for CF-C1.

Press (USER) button.

2 Click [Change settings] in [Tablet buttons].

Windows 7

The [Tablet PC Settings] / [Tablet and Pen Settings] screen appears.

Windows XP

3 Select the button for which you want to change the function under [Tablet button]. 4 Click [Change…].

Windows 7

The [Tablet Button Actions] / [Change Tablet Button Actions] screen appears.

5 Select a function in [Press:] / [Action:].

If you want to use the selected button to start an application program, select [Start a program] /

Windows XP

If you select [(none)], the selected button will not function when pressed.

[Launch an application], click [Browse…] and select the program to be started.

Windows 7

Windows XP

Windows 7

6 Click [OK], and then [OK].

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Display Rotation

<Only for CF-C1 Series> After Windows is started up, you can rotate the display and perform the Touch Pad and screen operations in the rotated mode.

Rotating the Display

1 Press (Rotation) button.

 To select the angle and rotate the display

When using the computer in the tablet mode

 Press (Rotation) button. When the computer is held in an upright position, the display will automatically rotate to the most suitable orientation.

If the display has already been at the most suitable orientation, the display will not rotate. When the computer is held in a level position, the display will rotate 90 degrees clockwise at each press.

Windows 7

 Press and hold (Rotation) button. The display will continue rotating 90 degrees clockwise.

When using the computer in the laptop mode

 Press (Rotation) button. When the rotation angle is changed from the default value, the display will rotate by the set angle.

When the rotation angle is not changed, the display will rotate to [Primary Landscape].

Windows 7

 Press and hold (Rotation) button. The display will continue rotating 90 degrees clockwise.

NOTE

 Be sure to use the above procedures to rotate the display.

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Display Rotation

Changing the Settings

By using the Display Rotation Tool, you can change the settings of the display rotation.

1 Click on the notification area and right-click .

Windows 7

Windows XP

Right-click on the notification area.

2 Click [Setting...].

3 Change the settings.

A. Changing the angle in the laptop mode

(Default: Keep Angle)

B. Changing the angle in the tablet mode

(Default: Keep Angle)

C. Activating/deactivating the confirmation message that allows you to

select whether to turn off wireless WAN when the antenna is placed close to the user.

• Depending on the model, this item does not appear.

4 Click [OK].

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Display Rotation

NOTE

 If you shut down Windows when you rotate the display, the Touch Pad and screen do not match the display angle next

time you start up Windows for a few seconds.

 The Touch Pad and the screen may not match the display angle if you change display properties or Intel(R) Graphics

Media control panel when you rotate the display.

 When some applications are running, the display may not be rotated and the operation of the Touch Pad and the

screen may not match the display angle.

 The computer’s performance will decrease somewhat.  While the display is rotated:

• Do not use the Extended Desktop (The Touch Pad or screen may fail to operate properly).

• Do not calibrate the screen.

• Do not set the display resolution larger than the resolution of the internal LCD.

 If motion video is played while the display is rotated, the picture may not be displayed properly or the sound may be

broken up. This problem can be corrected by rotating the display to primary landscape.

 The Touch Pad scroll function does not work while the display is rotated.

Windows 7



If the display is rotated when the resolution is set to 800 x 600 pixels, depending on the Windows specifications, incorrect values may be shown for the resolution displayed in [Resolution] of [Display Settings]. Continue using these settings, without changing [Resolution].

 The display cannot be rotated in the Setup Utility.

Windows XP



The display cannot be rotated in the "Full Screen" of [Command Prompt].

 The display rotation angle may differ before and after Logging on.

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Key Combinations

NOTE

 Do not repeatedly press the keys in quick succession.  Do not use the key combinations together with Touch Pad (external mouse), screen or other key operations.  Do not use the key combinations before you log on to Windows. Wait until the hard disk drive indicator turns off.

On the Setup Utility screen, you can use the key combinations of combinations of

 The key combinations may not work with some applications.  The pop-up icon appears after logging on to Windows. It may not appear in some application conditions (e.g., when

[Command Prompt] is set to “Full Screen”).

Key Functions Pop-up Icon

Fn+F1

Fn+F2

+ F3, the display is switched between the internal LCD and the external display.

LCD brightness (

Fn+F1

You can select a different brightness level setting for when the AC adaptor is connected and for when it is not connected. (In the default setting, the LCD brightness is set to be darker when the AC adaptor is not connected.)

= down / Fn+F2= up)

NOTE

 <CF-C1 Series>

Alternatively, you can push (LCD Brightness) buttons.

 The brightness of the power indicator changes in keeping with the brightness

level of the internal LCD.

+ F1, Fn + F2 and Fn + F3. By using the key

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Key Combinations

Key Functions Pop-up Icon

Fn+F3

Display switching ( page 99)

Windows 7

When an external display is connected you can change the operating mode. (The change you made may not be effective until the operating mode by pressing + Computer only Duplicate Extend Projector only

Enter

is pressed.) You can also change

• After pressing + right cursor keys.

Windows XP

(When an external display is connected) Internal LCD Simultaneous display External display

NOTE

 <CF-C1 Series/CF-F9 Series>

When an external display is connected to an optional port replicator ( page

98), the display switching may work differently from the above. For further

information, refer to the Operating Instructions of the mini port replicator.

 When an external display is connected, refer to the External Display ( page

99).

CAUTION

 Do not press any keys until the display has finished switching.  Do not use this function:

• When an external display is not connected.

• When playing motion video such as DVD or MPEG.

• When using the Extended Desktop.

 Until Windows startup is completed (during Setup Utility, etc.), the

simultaneous display cannot be used and pressing display between the internal LCD and the external display.

, you can select the operating mode by using the left and

+ F3 switches the

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Key Combinations

Key Functions Pop-up Icon

Fn+F4

Speaker on/off

NOTE

 Beeps do not sound if you turn off the speaker sound.

OFF (MUTE)

Fn+F5

Fn+F6

Fn+F7

Fn+F9

Fn+F10 Fn+NumLk

Fn+Home

Fn+

Fn+

Volu m e

(

+ F5= down / Fn + F6= up)

NOTE

 When fine-tuning the sound volume, press and hold

intermittently.

Activate sleep / standby ( page 62)

Remaining battery power  page 38 Activate hibernation ( page 62) __

Run the ScrLk (Scroll Lock) function

The functions differ depending on the application software.

Lead to the last page or move the cursor to the end of the current line (End) __

Move the back page (PgUp) __

Move the next page (PgDn) __

Windows 7

Windows XP

, and press F5 or F6

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Key Combinations

Hotkey Settings

You can make two settings:

• Fn key lock

When you press combinations.

• Pop-up icon on/off

1 Start up the Hotkey Settings.

Click (Start)/ [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hotkey Settings].

2 Make the settings.

[Use Fn key lock]

 When using an

A Press B Press another key. (Lock released)

 When using successive

A Press B Press another key.

Fn key remains locked until you press

Windows 7

once. (Locked)

twice. (Locked)

, the key is locked (pressed-down) until you press another key. Use this when pressing difficult key

Windows XP

key combination

key combinations

again.

[Notification]

[Make sounds when Fn key is pressed] [Show status on screen]: Displays the Fn key status on the notification area.

•:

[Disable popup]

The Pop-up icon will not be displayed.

is locked.

is not locked.

3 Click [OK].

NOTE

 You can have different settings for each user.

If the speakers are muted, beeps do not sound.

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Software Keyboard

<Only for CF-C1 Series> You can use the Software Keyboard instead of the on-screen keyboard of Tablet PC Input Panel. By using the Software Keyboard, you can change the size of the Software Keyboard, and can use the numeric keypad.

NOTE

 You cannot uninstall Tablet PC Input Panel. When you enter text, select either the Software Keyboard or Tablet PC

Input Panel.

Starting the Software Keyboard

1 Click / on the notification area.

Alternatively, you can click (Start) / [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Software Keyboard].

Windows 7

Windows XP

Windows 7

Windows XP

2 Touch the software keyboard.

 To use shortcut key

Example : Press

 If you added the input language, the language bar (e.g. ) is displayed on the notification area. To select the

keyboard language, use the language bar on the notification area. If the keyboard language does not change, click the title bar of the software keyboard and then click on the application.

A. Software keyboard menu ( page 30) B. Moves the software keyboard to a corner of the screen. C. Works as the

D. Tapping : Works as shortcut key. ( +

Double-clicking : Works as the key.

E. Works as a right-click. (Same function as the key) F. Changes the size of the Software Keyboard, and can use the numeric keypad.

NOTE

 You cannot use

Windows XP

 You cannot use the software keyboard in the "Full Screen" of [Command Prompt].  You can set a different language to each application ( Windows help), and the keyboard layout switches according

to the application.

 Depending in the language, some keys are displayed in orange. You can use them to input characters such as ë and

ö.

Ctrl

+ C

Ctrl

(turns blue) and then press C.

key. (Available function is displayed.)

Ctrl

Alt

Del

on the software after logging on.

etc.)

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Software Keyboard

Software Keyboard Menu

1 Click (A).

2 Add a check mark to the function you want to use.

 [Auto Move]

The software keyboard moves automatically to avoid overlapping the selected window.

 [Auto Restore]

The software keyboard minimized on the notification area will be restored when you change the input mode. This may not work on some applications.

 [Always On Top]

The software keyboard appears on the top.

 [Transparent]

The software keyboard appears semi-transparent.

 [Big Size]/[Medium Size]/[Small Size]

Select the size of the software keyboard.

 [Ten key (Big)]/[Ten key (Medium)]/[Ten key (Small)]

Select the size of the numeric keypad.

 [Change Size Automatically (Big Medium)]

The size changes according to the angle of the screen display.

NOTE

 You can change the currency symbol (B) of the numeric keypad.

Windows 7

and Language] - [Formats] - [Additional settings] - [Currency] - [Currency symbol].

Windows XP

- [Regional and Language Options] - [Regional Options] - [Customize] - [Currency] [Currency symbol]

 After changing the currency symbol, click (A), and then change the size of the

numeric keypad so that the selected currency symbol is shown.

 You can input the unit by using (C).

Click (Start) - [Control Panel] - [Clock, Language, and Region] - [Regional

Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Date, Time, Language and Regional Options]

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Software Keyboard

Starting the Software Keyboard Using the Tablet Button

To start the Software Keyboard using the tablet button, proceed as follows.

1 Open the Dashboard for CF-C1.

Press (USER) button.

2 Click [Change settings] in [Tablet buttons].

Windows 7

The [Tablet PC Settings] / [Tablet and Pen Settings] screen appears.

3 Select [Input Panel] under [Tablet button].

4 Click [Change…].

Windows 7

The [Tablet Button Actions] / [Change Tablet Button Actions] screen appears.

Windows XP

5 Select a function in [Press:] / [Action:].

6 Select [Start a program] / [Launch an application].

Windows 7

Windows XP

7 Click [Browse…], and input the following.

Windows 7

Windows 7 (32-bit) : c:\Program Files\Panasonic\MEISKB\Skblnch.exe Windows 7 (64-bit) : c:\Program Files (x86)\Panasonic\MEISKB\Skblnch.exe

Windows XP

c:\Program Files\Panasonic\MEISKB\MEISKB.exe

8 Click [OK], and then [OK].

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Hand Writing Utility

<Only for CF-C1 Series> You can make a bitmap file (.bmp) of a simple character and a figure such as signature by handwriting on the touch pad and the screen.

CAUTION

 Do not use the Fast User Switching function while Hand Writing Utility is active.

NOTE

 The display of Hand Writing Utility may be distorted if the number of display colors is changed.

Windows 7

A Click on the notification area and right-click .

Windows XP

B Click [Exit Hand Writing Utility], and then restart Hand Writing Utility.

 Hand Writing Utility may not work properly if another application software is active. In this case, close the application

software and try handwriting again.

Right-click on the notification area.

Starting Hand Writing Utility

1 Click on the notification area and double-click .

NOTE

 Select the image size before handwriting by clicking [Option] - [Window size]. If you change the size after handwriting,

 You can copy the bitmap image by clicking [Edit] - [Copy], and paste it in another application software that supports

Windows 7

Windows XP

Alternatively you can click (Start) / [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hand Writing Utility].

the image quality will become lower.

bitmap format.

Double-click on the notification area.

Windows 7

Windows XP

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Dashboard for CF-C1

<Only for CF-C1 Series> You can perform the following operations easily by using the Dashboard for CF-C1.

1 Open the Dashboard for CF-C1.

Press (USER) button.

2 Make the operation.

[Battery 1] [Battery 2]

Check the remaining battery charge for the battery pack 1 ([Battery 1]) and the battery pack 2 ([Battery 2]).

[Volume]

Adjust the sound volume. Slide to the right or left to increase or decrease volume respectively. To mute the sound, add a checkmark to [Mute].

[Microphone]

Adjust the microphone input level. Slide to the right or left to increase or decrease the level respectively.

Windows 7

[Web camera] (Only for model with web camera)

Enable or disable the built-in web camera. When the camera is enabled, click [Disable] to disable it. When the camera is disabled, click [Enable] to enable it.

To disable microphone input, add a checkmark to [Mute].

[Screen input]

When [Touch + Pen] is selected, you can operate the screen with the pen (included) and other input methods such as your fingers. When [Pen Only] is selected, the screen will only respond to the pen (included). We recommend selecting this option to prevent accidental operations that may occur when your hand touches the screen while using the pen (included).

Select [Touch Only] when you want to operate the screen with only your fingers. When you change the setting, a confirmation message appears. Follow the instructions displayed on the screen.

[Pen and Touch]

Change the pen (included)/finger operation mode as follows.

A Click [Change settings].

Windows 7

The [Pen and Touch] / [Tablet and Pen Settings] screen appears.

B Select the action to change under [Pen action] / [Pen Action]. C Click [Settings…].

Windows XP

Windows 7

Windows XP

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Dashboard for CF-C1

D Make changes on the screen that appears. E Click [OK], and then [OK].

[Resolution]

Set the screen resolution and screen orientation / color quality as follows.

A Click [Change settings]. B Make settings on the screen that appears. C Click [OK].

[Brightness buttons]

Assign different functions to (LCD Brightness) buttons. Refer to “To change the functions of the LCD Brightness buttons” ( page 21).

[Tablet buttons]

Assign different functions to (Input Panel) / (Rotation) / (USER) buttons. Refer to “To change the functions of the Input Panel/Rotation/USER buttons” ( page 21).

[Button Lights]

Enable or disable the Tablet Buttons backlight. When the backlight is enabled, click [Disable] to disable it. When the backlight is disabled, click [Enable] to enable it.

Windows 7

Windows XP

[Brightness]

Adjust the LCD brightness. Slide to the right or left to increase or decrease the brightness respectively.

NOTE

 When there are 13 or more functions, click or to go to the next or previous page.

3 Close the Dashboard for CF-C1.

You can close the Dashboard for CF-C1 by pressing (USER) button when the Dashboard for CF-C1 window is active.

You can also close the Dashboard for CF-C1 by clicking / .

Windows 7

Windows XP

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Dashboard for CF-C1

Using Dashboard for CF-C1 as an Application Launcher

You can launch application programs easily by registering them to the Dashboard for CF-C1 screen. Log on to Windows as an administrator, and proceed as follows.

1 Open the Dashboard for CF-C1.

Press (USER) button.

NOTE

 When there are 13 or more functions, click or to go to

the next or previous page.

2 Click [Change settings that are currently

3 Click [Yes].

Windows 7

unavailable].

Windows 7

4 Click [Click to add].

5 Input a name for the application in [Application Name]. 6 Click […] and select an application program to be registered.

7 Click [Open], then click [OK].

NOTE

 Instead of performing steps

5 and 6, you can drag and drop the application program icon directly into [Click to add].

 Launching an application program

1 Open the Dashboard for CF-C1.

Press (USER) button.

2 Click [Launch] for the desired application program.

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Dashboard for CF-C1

 Changing settings and deleting application programs

First log on to Windows as an administrator.

1 Open the Dashboard for CF-C1.

Press (USER) button.

2 Click [Change settings that are currently unavailable]. 3 Click [Yes].

Windows 7

4 Click V to the right of [Launch] under the target application program, and select [Change]

to change settings, or [Delete] to delete the application program.

5 If you selected [Change], change the settings and click [OK].

If you selected [Delete], click [Yes].

Specifying Usable Functions on Dashboard for CF-C1

You can specify functions that can be used by standard users on the Dashboard for CF-C1. Functions not specified will be dimmed and standard users will not be able to use these functions.  An administrator must click [Change settings that are currently unavailable] to use these functions.

Log on to Windows as an administrator, and proceed as follows.

1 Click (Start) / [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Dashboard for

CF-C1 settings].

Windows 7

2 Click [Yes].

3 Add a checkmark to the functions you want to specify.

Windows XP

4 Click [OK].

NOTE

 Once you add a checkmark to [Application Launcher Settings], standard users can also perform the above procedure.

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Battery Power

Checking the Battery Status

Battery indicator(s) <CF-C1 Series>

Battery pack 1 Battery pack 2

<CF-F9/CF-S9 Series>

Battery Indicator Battery Status

Not lit Battery pack is not connected or no charging. Orange light on /

flashing

Green Red The remaining battery power is approximately 9% or less.

Blinking red

Blinking orange

*1*2

*1*2*3

Charging in progress. If [Battery Charging Indicator] in the [Main] menu of the Setup Utility is set to [Flashing], the indicator will alternately become lighter and darker (Flashing) ( page 150).

Fully charged.

Battery pack or charging circuit may not be working properly. Quickly save your data and power off your computer. Remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adaptor, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact your technical support office. The battery pack or charging circuit may be defective.

The battery cannot be charged temporarily due to the following reasons:

 Its internal temperature is out of the acceptable range.  The power supply is not enough because software

applications or peripheral devices are consuming a large amount of power.

<CF-C1 Series>

<CF-F9 Series>

<CF-S9 Series>

When the AC adaptor is connected.

The orange display light has three modes: on, flashing and blinking. Note the difference between flashing and blinking.

<CF-C1 Series> The battery indicator blinks orange several times also when you slide the battery latch, but this is not a trouble. For details, refer to “To check the battery with less remaining power” ( page 41).

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NOTE

 Once the battery is fully charged, the computer performs recharging only when the remaining battery power becomes

less than approximately 95% (75% when the battery’s Economy Mode (ECO) is enabled), so overcharging is avoided.

Checking the Remaining Battery Power

There are three methods to check the remaining battery power.

 To check the remaining battery power on the screen

(After logging on to Windows)

1 Press

<CF-C1 Series>

Display Condition

Left icon: Battery pack 1 Right icon: Battery pack 2

+ F9.

When the battery pack is inserted. (example)

When the battery pack is not inserted.

[ECO] is displayed when the battery’s Economy Mode (ECO) is enabled.

When the battery is being discharged. (Indicated by the yellow rectangle.)

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<CF-F9/CF-S9 Series>

Display Condition

When the battery pack is inserted. (example)

When the battery pack is not inserted.

[ECO] is displayed when the battery’s Economy Mode (ECO) is enabled.

 To check the remaining battery power and remaining time using the Windows

Battery Meter (Windows Power Meter)

(After logging on to Windows)

Windows 7

Windows XP

NOTE

 The battery display may not correspond to the actual remaining battery power in the cases as below. To correct the

display, perform the Battery Recalibration ( page 44).

• The battery indicator remains red.

• The battery indicator lights orange and the display shows 99% for a long time (79% when Economy Mode (ECO) is

• Low battery warning appears soon after a short time of use.

 The battery display may not be the same as that of Battery Meter/ [Power Meter] in [Power

Options Properties]. This is not a malfunction.

Click or on the notification area.

Double-click on the notification area when the AC adaptor is not connected.

enabled).

Windows 7

Windows XP

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Battery Power

 To check the remaining battery power using the battery indicator

(When the power is off or in sleep or hibernation)

1 <CF-C1 Series/CF-S9 Series>

Close the display completely.

<CF-F9 Series>

Close the display and confirm that the latch is locked.

2 Disconnect the AC adaptor. 3 Slide the power switch (A) and confirm the battery indicator (B, C).

<CF-F9/CF-S9 Series>

Battery Indicator (B) Remaining Battery Power Red 0 % - 4 % Blinking orange 5 % - 19 % Orange 20 % - 49 % Blinking green 50 % - 94 % Green 95 % - 100 %

<CF-C1 Series>

<CF-F9 Series>

<CF-S9 Series>

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Battery Power

<CF-C1 Series>

Indicators Charging Status (Remaining Battery

Power)

• When the battery’s Economy

Mode (ECO) ( page 45) is disabled

orange/none/none 0 % - 49 % 0 % - 39 %

green/none/none 50 % - 74 % 40 % - 59 %

green/green/none 75 % - 94 % 60 % - 74 %

green/green/green 95 % - 100 % 75 % - 80 %

<CF-C1 Series>

 To check the battery with less remaining power

Charging Status (Remaining Battery Power)

• When the battery’s Economy

Mode (ECO) ( page 45) is enabled

When using the main and second battery packs, you can check the battery with less remaining power. Slide one of the latches (A) to the unlocked position without removing the battery pack. One of the battery indicators (B) corresponding to the battery pack with less remaining power will flash in orange several times.

NOTE

 If you are using only a battery pack, the battery indicator corresponding to the battery compartment with the battery

bay weight saver will flash in orange several times.

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<CF-C1 Series>

 To check the battery charging status using the indicators

You can use the indicators illustrated below to easily and quickly check the battery charging status.

1 Start up the Setup Utility ( page 148).

2 Select [Main].

3 Set [Battery Charging LED Mode] to [Multiple].

4 Press

F10

, and then select [Yes] and press

Enter

5 Turn off the computer, and close the display completely.

6 Connect the AC adaptor, if not connected. 7 Check the battery charging status.

Indicators Charging Status (Remaining Battery

Power)

• When the battery’s Economy

Mode (ECO) ( page 45) is disabled

orange/none/none 0 % - 49 % 0 % - 39 %

green/none/none 50 % - 74 % 40 % - 59 %

green/green/none 75 % - 94 % 60 % - 74 %

green/green/green 95 % - 100 % 75 % - 80 %

Charging Status (Remaining Battery Power)

• When the battery’s Economy

Mode (ECO) ( page 45) is enabled

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When the battery charging status is checked by the indicators, you cannot check to see whether the battery’s Economy Mode is enabled or disabled.

<CF-C1 Series>

 To check the remaining battery power using the Dashboard for CF-C1

The Dashboard for CF-C1 allows you to easily check the remaining battery power ( page 33).

Computer behavior with low battery

The default settings are as follows.

When the remaining battery power becomes 10%

Windows 7

alarm]

 Displays a message that the remaining battery power is

low.

 Connect the AC adaptor immediately. If you do not

have the AC adaptor, exit the running programs and Windows, then confirm that the power indicator is off.

 If you have a fully charged spare battery, turn off the

computer, replace the battery and turn the computer on again.

 If another charged battery pack is available, replace the

current battery pack with the charged one.

[Low battery level]/ [Low battery

Charge the battery. Connect the AC adaptor or replace the battery to start up

Windows XP

↓

Do not replace the battery pack when the computer is in standby.

When the remaining battery power becomes 5%

Windows 7

battery alarm]

 Displays a message that the remaining battery power is

low, and then the computer enters hibernation.

the computer.

 Connect the AC adaptor and charge the battery.  If you have a fully charged spare battery, turn off the

computer, replace the battery and turn the computer on again. When the computer enters hibernation with the battery down and you resume the operation without charging the battery, Windows may not start up normally or the alarm function may not operate normally from then on.

 If another charged battery pack is available, replace the

current battery pack with the charged one.

[Critical battery level]/ [Critical

Windows XP

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Battery Power

Correcting the Battery Display (Battery Recalibration)

The “Battery Recalibration” function measures and memorizes the battery capacity. To correct the battery display, use this function to fill the battery and then discharge it completely. Perform the procedure at least once immediately after purchasing the computer. Normally the interval of “Battery Recalibration” is three months. The battery display may not be correct when the battery pack deteriorates after a long time use. In this case, perform the procedure again.

1 Connect the AC adaptor.

2 Close all the applications.

3 Perform “Battery Recalibration”.

A Click (Start)/ [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Battery] - [Battery Recalibration]. B When the confirmation message appears, click [Start].

C When the message requests shut down of Windows, click [Yes].

After the “Battery Recalibration” is finished, normal charging starts.

Windows 7

 Frequent recalibration of the battery can degrade the battery. A caution message appears when the “Battery

Recalibration” is performed at the shorter interval than approximately a month. In this case, cancel the “Battery Recalibration”.

The “Battery Recalibration” starts. After the battery pack is fully charged, discharging starts. When the discharging is completed, the power goes off automatically.

Windows XP

CAUTION

 Do not close the LCD while “Battery Recalibration” is being executed.

NOTE

 The temperature range should be 10

If “Battery Recalibration” is executed at low temperatures, recalibration may not be performed properly.

 The “Battery Recalibration” may take a long time due to the large battery capacity. This is not a malfunction.

<CF-C1 Series>

• Full charge: Approximately 2.5 hours [MAX] when only battery pack 1 is installed / Approximately 3 hours [MAX] when battery packs 1 and 2 are installed

• Complete discharge: Approximately 2 hours when only battery pack 1 is installed / Approximately 4 hours when battery packs 1 and 2 are installed

<CF-F9 Series>

• Full charge: Approximately 3.5 hours [MAX]

• Complete discharge: Approximately 3 hours

°C to 30°C {50°F to 86°F}.

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<CF-S9 Series>

• Full charge: Approximately 3.5 hours [MAX]

• Complete discharge: Approximately 4 hours

 “Battery Recalibration” does not increase the battery’s capacity. If “Battery Recalibration” is executed frequently,

deterioration of the battery may result.

 If the computer is turned off during the “Battery Recalibration” (e.g., due to power failure, or accidental removal of the

AC adaptor and battery pack), the “Battery Recalibration” will not be completed.

 You can also perform the “Battery Recalibration” with the following procedure.

A Restart the computer. B

Press and hold F9 while the [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed just after the computer starts the startup procedure.

C When the remaining battery power is displayed, press D Follow the on-screen instructions.

Enter

Switching between Long Battery Life and Extended Operating Time (Economy Mode (ECO))

The battery pack is a consumable item, and deteriorates gradually each time it is used. Use effective switching of the battery’s Economy Mode (ECO) to reduce battery pack deterioration, and enable the battery pack to last a little longer. Switch the battery’s Economy Mode (ECO) in accordance with the way you use your computer.

The battery’s Economy Mode (ECO)

Disabled Enabled

Recommended usage

Operation time

Lifetime of battery

 The battery’s Economy Mode (ECO) disabled:

In the default setting, the battery’s Economy Mode (ECO) is set to Charge the battery to 100% (fully charged). We recommend that you disable the battery’s Economy Mode (ECO) if you use the battery pack frequently.

 The battery’s Economy Mode (ECO) enabled:

Stop the battery recharging at 80% of fully charged. By stopping the battery recharging before 100% (fully charged), the burden on the battery is reduced and deterioration is prevented, so the lifetime of battery pack will be extended. The computer will not operate as long on the battery as when the battery’s Economy Mode (ECO) is disabled. If you often use the computer with the AC adaptor connected, and if you want to prevent deterioration of the battery pack, we recommend that you enable the battery’s Economy Mode (ECO).

Using your computer while on the move

Mobile

AC adaptor is connected most of the time

Extended Normal

Normal Extended

“Disabled”.

Desktop

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Switching the battery’s Economy Mode (ECO)

Windows 7

1 Click on the notification area and then click . 2 Click [Enabled] or [Disabled] in [The battery’s Economy Mode (ECO)].

Windows XP

1 Right-click either (Disable) or (Enable) on the notification area.

If or is not displayed, click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Battery] - [Economy Mode(ECO) Setting Utility].

2 Click [Economy Mode(ECO) Enable] or [Economy Mode(ECO) Disable].

Economy Mode (ECO)

Indicator

Windows 7

Remaining battery power:

81% or more.

(The battery will discharge

until the remaining battery

power is 80% or less.)

[Enabled]/ [Economy

Mode(ECO) Enable]

Blink

Windows XP

Remaining battery power:

80% or less.

Light

Windows 7

Windows XP

Mode(ECO) Disable]

[Disabled]/

[Economy

off

A When the confirmation message is displayed, read the message on the screen carefully, and click [OK]. B Use the computer with the AC adaptor unplugged until the remaining battery power is 80% or less.

When the remaining battery power falls to 80% or less, battery discharge ends, and the Economy Mode (ECO) indicator lights. If you continue using the computer with the AC adaptor, it may take about a day until the remaining battery power falls to 80%.

C When the confirmation message is displayed, read the message on the screen carefully, and click [OK]. D Connect the AC adaptor.

If you do not click [OK] at step C, the computer will go into forced sleep/ standby after about three minutes to prevent the remaining battery power from dropping.

• The computer will go into forced sleep/ standby even while application software is running or data is being sent or received, or when the hard disk is being accessed, so be sure to connect the AC adaptor.

Windows 7

Windows XP

Windows 7

Windows XP

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NOTE

 After disconnecting the battery pack, if you connect it to a computer on which the battery’s Economy Mode (ECO)

settings differ, the battery will either recharge or discharge until the next time the computer is turned on, giving priority to the battery pack setting on that computer.

Replacing the Battery Pack

The battery pack is a consumable item so the replacement will be necessary. If the battery operation time becomes noticeably short and not recovered even after recalibrating the battery, replace with a new battery.

CAUTION

 The battery pack is not charged when you first purchase it. Be sure to charge it before using for the first time. Charging

starts automatically when the AC adaptor is connected to the computer.

 Use only the specified battery pack with your computer.  In

 Make sure no foreign objects are under the computer.

Windows 7

the computer may be damaged.

sleep/ standby, do not remove/replace the battery pack. Otherwise your data will be lost and

Windows XP

1 Turn off the computer.

 Do not use the sleep/ standby function.

Windows 7

Windows XP

2 Turn your computer over and remove/insert the battery pack.

 To r em ov e

Slide the latch (for CF-C1 Series) / the left and right latches (for CF-F9/CF-S9 Series) to the unlocked position, and pull out the battery pack.

<CF-C1 Series> <CF-F9 Series> <CF-S9 Series>

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 To i ns er t

For CF-C1 Series: Slide the battery pack in parallel with the arrow direction until it clicks to the secured position. For CF-F9/CF-S9 Series: Slide the battery pack in parallel with the arrow direction and attach it so that the left and right projections on the new battery pack match the dents of the computer.

<CF-C1 Series> <CF-F9 Series> <CF-S9 Series>

Be careful about the battery pack direction. In case that the projection does not match the dents of the computer, detach the battery pack once, then slide it while pushing it lightly to avoid floating.

CAUTION

 Make sure the latches are securely locked, otherwise the battery pack may fall when you carry the computer.  Do not remove the battery pack forcibly when the latches are locked. Doing so may damage the battery pack.  Do not apply pressure from the top of the closed display when the battery pack has been removed. Doing so may

damage the LCD.

<For CF-C1 Series operating on the battery packs 1 and 2> If one of the two battery packs has remaining power, you can replace the other battery pack without turning off the computer (Hot swap). First check the battery with less remaining power, which is to be replaced ( page 41).

1 Turn your computer over and remove/insert the battery pack.

 To r em ov e

Slide the latch corresponding to the battery pack to be replaced to the unlocked position, and pull out the battery pack.

 To i ns er t

Slide the battery pack into the battery compartment until it clicks to the secured position.

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<CF-C1 Series>

Adding the Second Battery Pack

When using your computer with a battery pack, you can insert the second battery pack. Proceed as follows.

1 Turn your computer over.

2 Slide the latch corresponding to the battery compartment to which you are going to insert

the second battery pack, and remove the battery bay weight saver.

3 Slide the second battery pack into the battery compartment until it clicks to the secured

position.

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Customizing the Power Setting

Windows 7

You can save power by turning off devices not in use or by darkening the screen. Also, by using the power plans prepared for this computer beforehand, you can easily make necessary settings all at once suitable for each specific scene to save power. You can use this computer a longer period of time when using the battery. When using the power plan for power saving, the power can be saved effectively even when the AC adaptor is used (except for the power saving function in Power Plan Extension screen).

 Switch the power plan to [Panasonic Power Management] ( page 52)

When you switch the power plan, ON/OFF for CD/DVD drive (for CF-F9/CF-S9 Series), brightness of the screen, rotation of the cooling fan, etc. are automatically set to the recommended values. Furthermore, you can set the contents of each power saving function separately which were set by switching the power plan.

 Reduce the brightness of the internal LCD by pressing Fn+F1 ( page 25)

 Use Sleep/Hibernation

When you have to leave the computer, press Fn+F7 to set the computer to Sleep or Fn+

F10

to set to Hibernation.

 When the network communication is not working, turn off the wireless LAN

using the wireless switch ( page 133)

 Disconnect external devices (USB devices, PC cards, external mouse, etc.) that

are not being used

 When using the battery, do not use applications that place a significant load on

the CPU

Some application software may place a large burden on the CPU only with start-up and may consume power.

 When you are using the screen saver with 3D graphics, change to another

screen saver (e.g. [Blank], etc.)

To change the screen saver, right-click the desktop, click [Personalize]-[Screen Saver] and click the title of the screen saver.

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Customizing the Power Setting

Power Plan

8 power plans have been prepared. You can switch among the power plans (combinations of power saving settings) according to each scene such as outdoor, presentation, etc. Also, you can set each power saving function in detail which constitutes the power plans.

Power plan Scene Contents (default setting)

Balanced

Power saver

Normal use Power consumption is increased or reduced when

necessary. [Turning display off], [Setting the computer to Sleep], etc. are the same settings as for [Panasonic Power Management], but [Wireless Adaptor Settings], etc. in [Wireless Adaptor Settings] of [Change advanced power settings] differ.

When you rarely use application software or peripheral devices

Lowered performance saves power. The battery operation time and life become longer.

High performance

Panasonic Power Management (Standard)

Panasonic Power Management (Presentation)

Panasonic Power Management (Mobile)

Panasonic Power Management (Power Saving)

Panasonic Power Management (Better Heat Dispersion)

Standard power plan for Windows

Default setting

When you frequently use application software or peripheral devices

Normal use Power consumption is increased or reduced when

When making a presentation

When using the computer with the battery on the road, etc.

When you want to minimize the power consumption (i.e. when using the computer with the battery, etc.)

When the computer is hot Heat generation from the computer is reduced by lowering

Computer processing speed takes priority and power consumption increases.

necessary. Recommended for most environments.

Power is saved. To prevent the screen from darkening during presentation, screen saver use and automatic sleep are forbidden.

Power is saved when the battery is used. When the AC adaptor is connected, the performance takes priority.

Lowered performance saves power. The battery operation time becomes longer.

the performance or setting the cooling fan to high speed.

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Customizing the Power Setting

 Switching the power plan

1 Click on the notification area and click .

2 Click the power plan you wish to set from the displayed menu.

Click [Current extension setting displayed] to display the current setting of Power Plan Extension Utility.

3 Confirm the changed contents of the power plan and click [OK]. 4 If the screen to set to restore the power plan is displayed, select whether restoring the

power plan to the previous state (before switching) after a certain period of time or not, and then click [OK].

Panasonic’s unique power saving functions

The power saving function designed by Windows and Panasonic’s unique power saving functions (Power Plan Extension Utility) are two different types of power saving functions constituting the power plan of this computer. The following explains Panasonic’s unique power saving functions (Power Plan Extension Utility) settings.

NOTE

 See [Help and Support] of Windows for more information about the Windows power saving functions.

Item Power saving contents

Windows Aero Switching Window Aero to Enabled/Disabled.

NOTE

 When you set Windows Aero to Disabled using the Windows function, this

function is disabled.

Display power saving function You can switch the setting on whether LCD refresh rate is automatically reduced to 40

Hz (Enabled) or not reduced (Disabled) when the brightness of internal LCD is set to

2 *3

below 20cd/m

NOTE

 The screen may flicker. (The default setting is [Disabled] (60 Hz).)  When you play back motion pictures, the playback screen may not be smooth.

When the display brightness is set to 20% at the power plan setting

while the battery is used.

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Item Power saving contents

Fan control mode You can switch the rotation of the cooling fan to: Adjust according to the computer

temperature (Standard)/Reduce heat generation by faster rotation (High speed)/Reduce the fan noise by slower rotation (Low speed).

NOTE

 You can also switch according to the procedure of [Extension setting manual

temporary switching].

Screen-saver Switching the screen saver to Enable (Permitted)/Disable (Prohibited).

NOTE

 When you set Screen Saver to (None) using the Windows function, this function

is disabled.

Wired LAN’s power while sleeping

Intel(R) video driver power saving function

Switching the wired LAN Wake Up function to Use (On)/Not use (Off).

 When set to [Off], the power consumption is reduced in Sleep/Hibernation.  When set to [Off], the wired LAN Wake Up function cannot be used because the

wired LAN is turned off in Sleep. Set to [On] to use the wired LAN Wake Up function.

NOTE

 The setting becomes effective after restarting the computer.

Switching the effectiveness of Intel (R) Display Power Saving Technology to Disabled/ Enabled 1: Low/Enabled 2/Enabled 3/Enabled 4/Enabled 5: High.

NOTE

 When [Enabled] is set, the screen quality is kept to a certain degree by lowering

the display brightness or adjusting the contrast and colors.

 Setting [Disabled] is recommended for work that requires subtle image and color

nuances or in video editing using video editing applications.

 The setting becomes effective after restarting the computer.

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Item Power saving contents

The battery’s Economy Mode (ECO)

Switching the full-charging capacity of the battery to 80% (Enabled)/100% (Disabled)  When [Enabled] is selected, the battery operation time becomes shorter, but the

battery deterioration due to full-charging (100%) is alleviated. Consequently, the battery life becomes longer. To make the battery operation time longer, select [Disabled].

NOTE

 You can also switch according to the procedure of [Extension setting manual

temporary switching].

<CF-F9/CF-S9 Series> The optical disc drive’s power

Reminder to set power plan back Switching the setting on whether to use (Enabled) or not to use (Disabled) the function to

Switching the setting on whether to turn off the internal CD/DVD drive immediately or turn off after a certain period of time (1 minute /3 minutes /5 minutes) automatically.

Turning off automatically is not available in the following conditions.

 When the CD/DVD drive contains some media  When an external CD/DVD drive is connected  When Roxio Creator LJB is operating and the target drive is the internal CD/DVD

drive

Turning off manually is not available either in the following conditions.

 When WinDVD is operating  When the CD/DVD drive is being used

NOTE

 You can also switch according to the procedure of [Extension setting manual

temporary switching].

restore the power plan after a certain period of time when you switch the power plan

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Switching Power Plan Extension Utility manually

You can manually switch the fan control mode, the optical disc drive’s power (for CF-F9/CF-S9 Series), and the battery’s Eco Mode (ECO).

NOTE

 The contents set by [Extension setting manual temporary switching] are not associated with the power plan. The

settings become disabled if the power plan is switched. The settings associated with the power plan are enabled.

1 Click on the notification area and click .

Click the items you wish to set from [Extension setting manual temporary switching] and click the settings from the displayed menu.

2 Check marks have been added for the current settings.

Customize the Power Plan

You can copy the power plan to make a new plan, or you can change the power plan settings.

 Customizing with Power Plan Extension Utility

The following operations are available with Power Plan Extension Utility.

 New

Create a new power plan.

 Edit

Change the Power Plan setting.

 Copying and adding

Copy the existing power plan and save with a new name. The setting values for the original setting plan are also copied (including the setting values for [Power Plan Extension Utility]).

 Setting to active

Switch the power plan.

 Delete

Delete the power plan. You cannot delete the active power plan and Windows power plans (Balance/Power saving/High performance). To delete the current power plan, switch to another power plan by clicking another power plan and clicking [Active].

 Restoring the power plan set at the factory

Return all 8 power plans prepared in advance to the default values. If some power plans among 8 plans have been deleted, those plans will be restored.

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Customizing the Power Setting

1 Click on the notification area and click

2 Click [Extension setting - Edit]. 3 Click [Editing the power plan].

4 Select [New], [Edit], [Copying and adding], [Setting to active], [Delete] or [Restoring the

power plan set at the factory].

5 Make the settings according to the screen instructions as necessary.

6 Click [Close].

7 Click [OK].

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Customizing the Power Setting

Windows XP

In the default setting, [Power schemes] is set to [Panasonic Power Management], but you can reduce power consumption using the following method.

When using the battery, the computer can be used for a longer period of time. Power conservation effects can be achieved even when the AC adaptor is connected.

 Change [Power Schemes]

 Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options], and then

set [Panasonic Power Management]. Power consumption can also be minimized with detailed settings; for example, by reducing the time setting for [Turn off monitor].

Windows XP

 Use Power Saving Utility ( page 58)

 Power Saving Utility provides additional power saving functions not available in [Power Schemes].

 Adjust the brightness (darker) with the Fn+F1 key ( page 25)

 Leave your computer off when not in use

 Remove peripheral devices (USB devices, PC Cards, external mouse, etc.) when

not in use

 When the network communication is not working, turn off the wireless LAN

using the wireless switch ( page 133)

 Use Standby/Hibernation

 Press

+ F7 to set the computer to standby or Fn +

This shuts down computer operation to reduce power consumption. Disable Wake Up from wired LAN function when it is not needed. This reduces power consumption in Standby/ Hibernation. To confirm current settings, click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Power Saving Utility] to view [Wired LAN standby power saving function].

F10

to set it to hibernation when you have to leave the computer.

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 When using this computer with the battery pack only

z We recommend against using applications that place a significant load on the CPU.

Some screen saver place a large burden on the CPU even when you are not operating the computer. We recommend that you do not use a screen saver.

NOTE

z To extend the battery operation time, activate the power saving function of the USB2.0 Root Hub.

In the default setting, the power saving function is activated.

 Disable the Web Camera when not in use (Î page 116)

Windows XP

Using Power Saving Utility

A single setting allows you to enable all the following power saving features. Enable each of these functions to prolong battery operation time.

z Screen display power saving function

Refresh rate will automatically be reduced to 40 Hz, if the internal LCD brightness level is set below 20cd/m the battery. When [Enable] is set, the displayed screen may be distorted.

z Intel video driver power saving function (Intel(R) Display Power Saving Technology)

This function adjusts video contrast, color and other factors to lower internal LCD power consumption while retaining adequate image quality. Disable this function for work that requires subtle image and color nuances or in video editing using video editing applications.

z Wired LAN standby power saving function

Enabling this function disables the Wake Up from wired LAN function to save power in standby/hibernation. Disable this function if you want to use the Wake Up from wired LAN function.

while using

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Customizing the Power Setting

 Setup

1 Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Power Saving Utility].

2 Click [Enable] for each function.

Click [OK] in the confirmation screen that appears.

 To enable “Intel video driver power saving function”

Select [Enable], and slide the slide bar to the “Maximum Battery” end.

3 Click [OK].

Click [Restore initial settings] to return to the factory default settings, and click [OK].

NOTE

 Even if you can enable each function using power saving utility, you can also enable them as follows.

• For how to enable the Intel video driver power saving function.

A Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Intel(R) Graphics and Media]. B Click [Power]. C Click [Maximum Battery Life]. D Click [Apply]. E Click [OK].

• For how to enable/disable the Wake Up from wired LAN function ( page 132)

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Sleep/Standby or Hibernation Functions

Starting Up Your Computer Quickly

Windows 7

The sleep/ standby or hibernation functions allow you to shut off the computer without closing programs and documents. You can quickly return to the programs and documents that you were working on before sleep or hibernation.

Function Data is saved to Recovery time Power supply

Windows 7

Sleep

Windows XP

Standby

Hibernation Hard disk Rather long Not required. (However power is slightly consumed to

Windows XP

Memory Short Required. (If power is not supplied, all data will be lost.)

keep the hibernation.)

Setting Sleep/Standby or Hibernates

Windows 7

 Sleep

1 Click or on the notification area, and click [More power options] - [Change when

the computer sleeps].

2 Select the setting for [Put the computer to sleep:], and then click [Save changes].

 The setting for hibernation may change unexpectedly when you change the setting for sleep. Confirm that the

time to enter hibernation is 1,080 minutes (default setting) or longer (below).

 Hibernation

1 After the step 1 of “Sleep” setting (above), click [Change advanced power settings].

2 Double-click [Sleep], and double-click [Hibernate after].

3 Click the item and select the setting. 4 Click [OK].

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Sleep/Standby or Hibernation Functions

Windows XP

1 Click [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] -

[Advanced].

2 Click [Stand by] or [Hibernate] for [When I close the lid of my portable computer:] / [When

I press the power button on my computer:], and then select [OK].

NOTE

 You do not need to make the setting if you use the Windows menu to enter standby or hibernation.

Precautions

 Connect the AC adaptor if the computer will be in sleep/ standby for a long period of time. If you

Windows 7

Windows XP

cannot use the AC adaptor, use hibernation instead.

Windows XP



• When carrying your computer, turn the computer off without using the standby or hibernation function. When the computer has been in standby for a specific period of time and the computer automatically enters hibernation depending on the setting, the computer will turn itself on temporarily. (In the default setting, [System hibernates] is set to [Never].)

 Using sleep/ standby or hibernation repeatedly may cause malfunction of the computer. To stabilize

Windows 7

computer operation, restart Windows regularly (about once a week) without using sleep/ standby

Windows XP

Windows 7

Windows XP

or hibernation.

 Save the necessary data.  Close files you have opened from removable disks and network drives.  The password you set in the Setup Utility is not requested at resuming. To enable it, select [Enabled] in [Password On

Resume] in the [Security] menu of the Setup Utility ( page 155).

CAUTION

The following problems will occur when you fail the password input (failing three times or leaving the computer unattended for one minute or more) while resuming from sleep / standby or hibernation.

Windows 7

Windows XP

 Failing the password input while resuming from hibernation:

• At the next resume, Panasonic boot screen will appear. At this time, do not start the Setup Utility and do not change settings. Otherwise, resume may not operate correctly.

• Cannot resume from hibernation by the Wake Up from wired LAN function, the Task Scheduler or the operation to open the display.

 Failing the password input while resuming from sleep / standby:

• Cannot resume from sleep / standby using the USB devices.

Windows 7

Windows XP

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Sleep/Standby or Hibernation Functions

 Do not enter sleep/ standby or hibernation in the conditions below, otherwise the data or file may

be corrupted, sleep or hibernation may not work, or malfunction may occur in the computer or the peripheral devices.

• When any of the indicator and the SD Memory Card indicator is on (accessing drive or card).

• <CF-F9 Series>

When the CD/DVD drive indicator is blinking (the drive is being accessed).

• When playing/recording audio files or displaying DVD-Video such as MPEG files.

• When playing a DVD-Video.

• When writing to a disc.

• When using communication software or network function.

• When using peripheral devices.

(If peripheral devices fail to work normally, restart the computer.)

 The computer does not enter

approximately one minute.

 When the Wake up from wired LAN function is enabled (the function is enabled in the default setting), battery consumption

will increase while in standby or hibernation.

Windows XP



The computer does not enter standby or hibernation immediately after resuming. Wait approximately one minute.

Windows 7

Windows XP

Windows 7

sleep/ standby or hibernation immediately after resuming. Wait

Windows XP

Entering/Resuming from Sleep/Standby or Hibernation

 To enter sleep/standby or hibernation

1 Close the display, or slide the power switch (A) until a beep

sounds.

<CF-C1 Series> <CF-F9 Series> <CF-S9 Series>

Windows 7

Hibernation: The power indicator (A) goes off.



You can alternatively use the Windows menu to enter



Click (Start) - - [Sleep] / [Hibernate].

Sleep/ Standby: The power indicator (A) blinks green.

Windows 7

Windows XP

Windows 7

sleep/ standby or hibernation.

Windows XP

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Sleep/Standby or Hibernation Functions

Windows XP

To enter standby, click [start] - [Turn Off Computer] - [Stand By]. To enter hibernation, click [start] - [Turn Off Computer], then press and hold

CAUTION

Shift

and click [Hibernate].

While the computer is entering

Windows 7

sleep/ standby or hibernation

Windows XP

 Do not:

• Touch the keyboard, Touch Pad, screen, or power switch.

• Use an external mouse or other peripheral devices.

• Connect or disconnect the AC adaptor.

• <CF-F9/CF-S9 Series>

Operate the drive power/open switch.

• Operate the wireless switch.

• Close or open the display.

• Insert and remove the SD/SDHC Memory Card Wait until the power indicator blinks green (

 It may take one or two minutes to enter sleep/ standby or hibernation.

Windows 7

 At the beep

, immediately release the power switch. After releasing the switch, do not operate it until the

Windows 7

sleep/ standby) or goes off (hibernation).

Windows XP

power indicator blinks or goes off. If you slide and hold the power switch for longer than four seconds, the computer will forcibly shut down and unsaved data will be lost even if you have set [When I press the power button:] to [Shut down] in [Choose what the power button does].

Windows XP

 At the beep

, immediately release the power switch. After releasing the switch, do not operate it until the power indicator blinks or goes off. If you slide and hold the power switch for longer than four seconds, the computer will forcibly shut down and unsaved data will be lost even if you have set [Shut down] in [When I press the power button on my computer:] ( page 60 “Setting Sleep/Standby or Hibernates”).

Windows 7

sleep/ standby or hibernation

Windows XP

 Do not attach or remove a peripheral device. Doing so may cause malfunction.  Power is consumed in sleep/ standby. Power consumption may increase when a PC Card is

Windows 7

Windows XP

inserted. When power is exhausted, the data retained in memory will be lost. Connect the AC adaptor when using the

Windows 7

sleep/ standby function.

Windows XP

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Sleep/Standby or Hibernation Functions

 To resume from sleep/standby or hibernation

1 Open the display, or slide the power switch (A).

<CF-C1 Series> <CF-F9 Series>

<CF-S9 Series>

 In the default setting, the Windows password will be requested to resume.

CAUTION

 Do not perform the following operations until resuming is complete. After the display is resumed, wait approximately

15 seconds (normally) or 60 seconds (when the computer is on a network).

• Touch the keyboard (except for password input), Touch Pad, screen, or power switch.

• Use an external mouse or other peripheral devices.

• Connect or disconnect the AC adaptor.

• Close or open the display.

• Shut down or restart Windows.

• Enter sleep / standby or hibernation (Wait approximately one minute).

Windows 7

Windows XP

• <CF-F9/CF-S9 Series>

Operate the drive power/open switch.

• Operate the wireless switch.

• Insert and remove the SD/SDHC Memory Card

Windows 7

 If the computer enters sleep while a USB keyboard or mouse is connected, touching the USB keyboard

keys or mouse will resume the computer.

NOTE

 <Only for model with Bluetooth>

After resuming from

Windows 7

sleep / standby or hibernation, the message “TosBtMng has stopped

working” may appear. Then click [Close program]. If Bluetooth connections are cut off, click (Start)/

Windows XP

If the speakers are muted, beeps do not sound.

Windows 7

[start] - [All Programs] - [Bluetooth] - [Bluetooth Settings], and connect to the Bluetooth devices again.

SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card.

Windows XP

Windows 7

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Security Measures

You can set the password and/or enable/disable some functions for security purpose.  Another security measure

• Embedded Security (TPM) ( page 155): For further information, refer to the Installation Manual of “Trusted Platform

Module (TPM)”.

Setting the Supervisor Password/User Password

Set the Supervisor Password before setting the User Password.

1 Start up the Setup Utility ( page 148).

2 Select [Security].

3 Select [Set Supervisor Password] or [Set User Password], and press 4 Enter your password in [Create New Password] and press

 When the password has been set, you need to enter your password in [Enter Current Password] and press

Enter

 To disable the password, leave the input field empty and press

Enter

5 Enter your password again in [Confirm New Password] and press

6 Press

CAUTION

 Do not forget your password. If you forget your Supervisor Password, you will not be able to use your computer.

Contact technical support office.

 When running the Setup Utility, do not leave and go away from your computer even for a short time, since other people

may set or change the password.

NOTE

 The password will not be displayed on the screen.  You can use up to 32 alphanumeric characters (including spaces).

• The case (upper/lower) is ignored.

• Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password.

• You cannot use

 Disabling the Supervisor Password also disables the User Password.

F10

, and then select [Yes] and press

Shift

and

Ctrl

to input a password.

Enter

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Security Measures

Preventing Your Computer from Unauthorized Use

You can set a start-up password to prevent your computer from unauthorized use.

1 Set the password ( page 65), and select [Enabled] in [Password On Boot] in the

[Security] menu of the Setup Utility ( page 155).

NOTE

 If the Supervisor Password or User Password has been set, the password input screen will be displayed on starting-up

of the Setup Utility even though [Password on boot] is set to [Disabled].

Preventing Your Hard Disk Data from Being Read or Written

When the [Hard Disk Lock] is set to [Enabled], it is impossible to read/write data from/to the hard disk when the hard disk is inserted in a different computer. To be able to read/write data on the original computer, the Setup Utility settings must be the same as when the hard disk was removed. It is possible to set the hard disk lock even if [Password on boot] is set to [Disabled], but we recommend that [Password on boot] be set to [Enabled] for security reasons. (Note that this hard disk lock does not guarantee complete protection of data.)

1 Select [Enabled] in [Hard Disk Lock] in the [Security] menu of the Setup Utility ( page

155).

CAUTION

 When starting up the computer, if the message [Hard disk access is prohibited by “Hard Disk Lock”] appears, run the

Setup Utility, and change the settings to match the details when [Hard Disk Lock] was set.

 You cannot use the hard disk lock function without setting the Supervisor Password. Set the Supervisor Password

beforehand ( page 65).

 When you have your computer repaired

• Contact technical support office.

• Before sending back the computer, be sure to set the [Hard Disk Lock] to [Disabled].

NOTE

 The hard disk lock function works with the built-in hard disk. It does not work with the external hard disk.

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CD/DVD Drive

<CF-F9/CF-S9 Series>

NOTE

 Connect the AC adaptor if writing operation takes a long time. If the remaining battery power becomes low and the power

is not supplied, writing operation may not be completed.

 Use Windows features or writing software to write to discs (e.g. “Using Roxio Creator LJB”  page 82).

Ensure the disc is compatible with the selected writing speed.

 The quality of written data depends on the disc.  <Only for CF-F9 Series>

Do not touch the handle of the computer when the CD/DVD drive is being used.

Handling Precautions

Drive handling care

 Do not expose the drive to excessive smoke that may leave a residue, e.g., oil smoke, or tobacco smoke. Doing so can

shorten the life of the drive lens.

 We recommend cleaning the drive lens with an air puffer used for camera lenses.

(Do not use any spray-type of lens cleaning products.)

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CD/DVD Drive

When opening/closing the disc cover

 When the computer is on, use the drive power/open switch. ( page 75)  When closing the disc cover, press down the center of the disc cover (<CF-F9

series>position indicated “CLOSE”, <CF-S9 series>position of the arrow.) to ensure that the cover is locked.

<CF-F9 Series>  Do not access the drive until after the disc cover is closed and the CD/DVD drive indicator

changes to lighting from blinking.

 Do not access the drive until the indicator turns off.  When inserting or removing a disc, be careful not to touch the lens and other parts of the

laser pickup.

 Do not leave the tray open and do not touch the lens.

The lens and disc can become dusty in some conditions. It may cause malfunction in reading or writing. The disc cover can be opened up to an angle of 60° - 70°. (The CF-S9 Series will automatically open to this maximum open position.) Do not attempt to force it open any further. If you accidentally touch the disc cover causing the disc cover to open more than the degrees described above, press the cover forward slowly until the stopper returns to its original position.

 Be sure to close the display only after confirming the disc cover is closed. If the disc cover is

not closed, the LCD may become damaged.

 Never insert a foreign object such as a paper clip into the drive.

Doing so may cause malfunction.

 Insert the disc securely.

If the disc cover is closed without securely inserting the disc, the disc may be damaged.

<CF-F9 Series>

<CF-S9 Series>

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CD/DVD Drive

While the drive is being accessed

 Do not open the drive or move the computer while the drive is being accessed.

Doing so could cause the disc to shift position and this may damage the disc, or cause the drive to malfunction. In addition, after running an application involving access to a disc, close the application before opening the disc cover.

 Do not move the computer while in the midst of writing or rewriting, as this may result in a writing failure.  Do not apply excessive force to the disc cover.  Do not operate the drive power/open switch.  Do not shock the computer by removing or inserting cables and cards, etc. This may result in a read or write malfunction.  <CF-F9 Series>

Do not pull out and push the carrying handle.

Disc handling care

 Do not use deformed, warped, or irregularly shaped discs.

Reading of disc may not be possible depending on the disc conditions (cracks, dirt, modification, data recording quality, copy protection, recording equipment/software that was used to create the disc, etc.)

 Before using a disc, carefully read the operating/handling instructions and package of the disc.  If the discs are not handled appropriately, they may become dirty or scratched. Furthermore the writing speed may get

slower and the data may not be correctly written on or read from the disc. Other damage may cause a drive failure.

 Note the following precautions.

• Do not touch the disc surface (the side with no printing).

• Keep the disc surface clean and free from dirt, dust, fingerprints and scratches.

• Do not write on the surface of the disc with a ballpoint pen or other writing instrument.

• Do not attach stickers to discs.

• Do not drop, bend, or place heavy objects on top of discs.

• Do not place or store discs in locations exposed to heat, direct sunlight, humidity or dust.

• If a disc is brought from a cold to a warm location, condensation may form on the disc. For read-only discs, wipe off the condensation using a soft, dry, lint-free cloth before using the disc. For recordable/rewritable discs, wait until the condensation dries.

• When not using discs, keep them in their protective cases or cartridges.

To clean discs

<For read-only discs> Wipe discs with a dry, soft cloth from the center toward the edge. If discs get very dirty, wipe with a moist, soft cloth from the center toward the edge, then wipe again with a dry cloth to take up remaining moisture. <For recordable/rewritable discs> It is recommended to use the Panasonic disc cleaner. Do not use a cloth.

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How to hold a disc

Turning On/Off the CD/DVD Drive

When you are not using the CD/DVD drive, you can turn the drive power off to minimize power consumption.

 When you want to minimize power consumption (example)

 Set [Optical Drive Power] in the Setup Utility to [Off]. ( page 150)

The drive power remains off when the computer is started up.

 To use the drive, turn it on with the drive power/open switch or using [Extension setting manual temporary switching] in the

Power Plan Extension Utility.

 When finished using the drive, turn the drive power off.

NOTE

 The drive power/open switch and the Power Plan Extension Utility only operates after Windows has started up. 

When the drive power is turned off, the message “The ‘MATSHITA DVDXXXXXXXXX’ device can now be safely removed from ...” will appear, but the CD/DVD drive is an internal device, so it cannot be removed.

 If the software application may not recognize the drive, exit the software application, and then start up the application

once more after checking to make sure that the drive power is on.

Windows 7

 The drive power/open switch and [The optical disc drive’s power] setting in Power Plan Extension Utility work only

when [Optical Drive] is set to [Enabled] in the Setup Utility [Advanced] menu.

 When you switch the drive power and other application software message is displayed on the notification area, after

the message disappears, a message indicating the drive power state is displayed.

Confirm CD/DVD drive indicator to check the power status of the drive

<CF-F9 Series>

• Off: Drive power is off or the disc cover is opened.

• Green: Drive power is on, but the drive is not accessed.

• Blinking green: Drive power is on, and the drive is being accessed or the disc cover is going to open.

<CF-S9 Series>

• Off: Drive power is off or the disc cover is opened.

• Green: Drive power is on.

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Turning on or off immediately

There are two methods, as follows.  Slide the drive power/open switch (A) to the left.

• Each time you slide the switch, you will hear a beep and the drive power will turn on or off.

• If you slide the switch to the right, you will hear a beep and the disc cover will open after the drive power turns on.

After you hear the beep, it may take a few moments before the drive power turns on/off, or until the cover opens. (If the speaker is muted, beeps do not sound.)

<CF-F9 Series>

Windows 7

<CF-S9 Series>

 Using [Extension setting manual temporary switching] in Power Plan Extension Utility.

A Click on the notification area and click . B Click [On] or [Off] in [Manual switching] of [The optical disc drive’s power].

Windows XP

 Using [Manual Switching] of the Optical Disc Drive Power-Saving Utility.

A Click or on the notification area. B Click [On] or [Off] for [Manual Switching].

NOTE

 In the following cases, it is not possible to turn off using [Extension setting - Edit] / [Manual

Windows 7

Windows XP

Switching]:

• When WinDVD is running

• During writing or reading of a disc

 Do not slide the drive power/open switch repeatedly.

Windows 7

 The [Auto off setting] of [The optical disc drive’s power] in Power Plan Extension Utility works only for the internal CD/

DVD drive.

Windows XP

 When is displayed in the notification area:

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• The [Optical Drive] in the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility is set to [Disabled]. In this case, you cannot use the

Optical Disc Drive Power-Saving Utility or the drive power/open switch.

Turning off the power automatically after a certain period of time

Windows 7

Set time for [The optical disc drive’s power] on [Extension setting - Edit] screen of Power Plan Extension Utility beforehand. After turning on the CD/DVD drive or removing the disc by opening the disc cover, when a certain period time passes with the cover closed without setting a disc, you can automatically turn the drive off. ( page 54)

Windows XP

[Auto Off Setting] of this utility automatically turns the drive power off after the CD/DVD drive power has been turned on, or after a disc has been removed from the CD/DVD drive, if a certain period of time passes during which a disc is not set in the drive.

This utility starts up when computer is started, and or appears on the notification area.

 To turn the power on again after it has turned off: See “Turning on or off immediately” ( page 71)  To restart this utility after selecting [Exit], click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Opti-

cal Disc Drive Power-Saving Utility], or restart the computer.

 When the cursor is placed over or , pop-up text will indicate the drive status and

the setting time.

 Change the time until the power turns off

1 Click or on the notification area.

2 Select the desired time in [Auto Off Setting].

NOTE

 In the following cases, the drive power will not turn off even after the time set in [Auto Off Setting].

• When a disc is set in the drive

• When an external CD/DVD drive is connected

• When WinDVD is running

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Disc Information

 You can read from/write to the following discs.

CD-R

Recordable

DVD-RAM

*2*3*4

DVD-R

*4*5

CD-RW

DVD-RW

 You can read from the following discs.

CD-ROM CD DIGITAL

AUDIO

DVD-ROM DVD-Video DVD-R DL

*4*5*6

*4*5

+RW

*4*5

CD TEXT CD-EXTRA Video CD Photo CD

VIDEO CD

*5*8

+R DL

*5*8

Does not support Ultra-Speed CD-RW to write.

Only non-cartridge type or removable cartridge type can be used.

You can read, write or rewrite as with the hard disk using Windows Explorer, without using the writing software. After writing using Roxio Creator LJB, it will no longer be possible to write using other writing software. To write using Explorer again, you need to format the disc. Be sure to remove the check mark from [Quick Format].

To write DVD-Video mode/VR mode/+VR mode, specific software is required

DVD-Video mode/VR mode/+VR mode: Finalize using DVD recorder ( page 81)

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Does not support DVD-RW Ver.1.0.

Specific Software is required.

When playing back videos recorded over both layers of a one-sided, dual-layer disc, videos or sounds are interrupted at the point where the recording layers change.

 Recommended discs for writing

Visit the following web site: http://pc-dl.panasonic.co.jp/itn/support/disk/diskinfo.html

Using DVD Discs

To play DVD-Video or MPEG2 files, you need to use DVD playback software such as WinDVD ( page 79).

 Region code setting

DVD-Video are allocated to region codes according to where they are sold. To play a DVD-Video, the player’s software and the drive must have the corresponding region code.

e.g., For U.S.A. and Canada: “1” For Europe: “2” For Southeast Asia (including Hong Kong and Taiwan): “3”

 The region code of the drive is not set at purchase. The operation depends on the DVD-Video that is first played.

• DVD-Video with a specific region code: The drive will automatically be set at the same region code as the DVD-Video.

• DVD-Video with multiple region codes: The screen to confirm the region code appears. (It may not appear with some DVD-Video.)

CAUTION

 You can change the region code setting up to five times including the initial setting. Be extremely careful because you

cannot change the region code anymore after the fifth change, even if you reinstall the operating system.

 Any problem resulting from illegal changing or altering of the region code is the user’s responsibility.

NOTE

 [Confirm Region] appears when the DVD-Video has only one region code and the drive is set for another region code.

([Confirm Region] may not appear with some DVD-Video discs.) To check the current region code and the number of remaining times of changing the code, right-click on the WinDVD screen and click [Setup] - [Region].

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Inserting/Removing a Disc

1 Turn on the computer.

2 Slide the drive power/open switch (A) to the right.

 If the CD/DVD drive indicator is off (drive power is off), it will take some time for the drive power to turn on, and

for the disc cover to open. Wait for a moment.

<CF-F9 Series> <CF-S9 Series>

3 Raise the disc cover a little.

 The disc cover can be opened up to an angle of 60° - 70°. (The CF-S9 Series will automatically open to this

maximum open position.) Do not attempt to force it open any further. If you accidentally do so, press the cover forward slowly until the stopper returns to its original position.

 If the disc cover cannot open if a hand is on the disc cover or the display is closed, the drive will not be accessed

correctly. In this case, open and close the disc cover once or restart the computer.

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4 Insert/Remove a disc.

 To i ns er t

A With the title side of the disc (B) facing up, insert the disc under the keyboard. B Push down on the center of the disc until it clicks in place.

 To r em ov e

Press on the center spindle (C) and carefully lift up the edge of the disc.

<CF-F9 Series> <CF-S9 Series>

5 Close the disc cover.

Press down the center of the disc cover (<CF-F9 series>position indicated “CLOSE”, <CF-S9 series>position of the arrow.) to ensure that the cover is locked.

<CF-F9 Series> <CF-S9 Series>

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NOTE

 To remove a disc when the disc cover cannot be opened or when the computer is powered off:

• Insert a pointed object (e.g., the bent-out tip of a paper clip, or the tip of a ballpoint pen) into the emergency hole (A),

and move in the direction of the arrow.

<CF-F9 Series> <CF-S9 Series>

 After setting the disc, do not click the CD/DVD drive icon (on Windows Explorer, etc.) until the disc is recognized by the

computer.

 For AutoPlay CD:

• An AutoPlay CD may start during file access depending on the status of the disc.

 When playing back motion video from a disc, playback may not be smooth in some conditions.

<CF-S9 Series>

Power-saving mode

If the drive is not accessed for 30 seconds, the drive motor will automatically be shut down to reduce the power consumption. When the drive is accessed again, the drive motor is turned on. In this case, reading of the disc data will take approximately 30 seconds.

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Changing the Internal CD/DVD Drive Letter

You can change the drive letters for the CD/DVD drive.

Windows 7

A Turn on the CD/DVD drive. B Click (Start) - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Optical Disc Drive Letter-Setting Utility].

 A standard user needs to enter an administrator password.

C Click in [New drive letter], click the drive letter, and click [OK]. D Add a check mark for [In the future, do not show this message.] and click [OK].

Windows XP

A Log on to Windows as an administrator. B Confirm whether the CD/DVD drive power is on.

If the drive power is off, turn it on.

C Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Optical Disc Drive Letter-Setting Utility].

D Click in [New drive letter], click the drive letter, and click [OK].

NOTE

 If you use the Fast User Switching function to log on as a different user while Optical Disc Drive Letter-Setting Utility is

running, you will not be able to start up Optical Disc Drive Letter-Setting Utility form the second user account.

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WinDVD

<CF-F9/CF-S9 Series>

WinDVD is a software application for DVD playback. For further information, refer to the software’s online manual.  DVD-Audio cannot be played back using WinDVD.

Running WinDVD

1 Double-click on the desktop.

 Alternatively click (Start) / [start] - [All Programs] - [InterVideo WinDVD] - [InterVideo

WinDVD for Panasonic].

 Use WinDVD as administrator.

If the AutoPlay screen is displayed after a disc is set in the CD/DVD drive, click [Play DVD movie-using InterVideoWinDVD].

Windows 7

 To access the online manual

After starting WinDVD, perform either of the following procedures.

 Click “?” on the WinDVD control panel.  Right-click on the WinDVD screen and click [Help].

SUPPORT INFORMATION If WinDVD does not operate properly, we recommend carefully reading the online help file first for problems with the operating environment or operations. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, enter the required information in the inquiry form on the homepage (http:// apps.corel.com/lp/ivi/), and submit the form.

Windows XP

CAUTION

 Do not start WinDVD while the indicator is blinking immediately after the computer is turned on.  While WinDVD is running, do not:

• Enter sleep / standby or hibernation.

• Switch the display by pressing +

• Turn off the CD/DVD drive power. If performing the operations described above, shut down WinDVD, then restart.

 During motion video playback, do not:

• Eject the disc.

• Use other applications or the Command Prompt.

• Change the settings of the screen properties.

• Turn off the CD/DVD drive power. If performing the operations described above, shut down WinDVD, then restart.

Windows 7

Windows XP

Windows 7

or Fn + F3 / Fn + F3 .

Windows XP

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WinDVD

 Do not install another player software together with WinDVD.

Doing so may interfere with smooth playback. Some DVD-Video discs contain the player software and start installing. In this case, cancel the installation as soon as possible. If you accidentally installed another player software and find a problem in playback, try either of the following procedures.

• Uninstall the player software by clicking (Start) / [start]- [Control Panel] - [Uninstall a program] / [Add or Remove Program].

(Refer to the instruction manual for the name of player software.)

• Set WinDVD as the playback software if you can select the option in the player software settings.

NOTE

 OEM version of WinDVD that has been installed does not support some of the functions in Help items.

Windows XP

Windows 7

Windows XP

Windows 7

Notes During Use

 Use WinDVD for playing back a DVD Video

 If the AutoPlay screen is displayed, select [Play DVD video using InterVideo WinDVD].

 If Windows

are not available.

Media Player is used for playback, audio may come out neither at all nor properly since some audio codecs

 If you maximize the video display window

 You can return to the original window size by double-clicking over the images.

Windows 7

 When battery operation time has become short

 Click on the Player Panel and click [Display]. Set [Deinterlace] to [Auto] in the Video Center.

 If you have uninstalled WinDVD accidentally

 Reinstall it by following the steps below.

Windows 7

A Click (Start) and input [c:\util\windvd\setup.exe] in [Search programs and files], and press B Follow the on-screen instructions and install WinDVD.

 A standard user needs to enter an administrator password.

Enter

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Windows XP

A Log on to Windows as an administrator. B Input [c:\util\windvd\setup.exe]

in [start] - [Run] and click [OK].

Follow the on-screen instructions and install WinDVD.

 When the [License Agreement] screen

Refer to “LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT” in the Operating Instructions for this computer.

appears, click [Yes] if you agree to the terms.

 If the video skips during WinDVD playback

 If playback pauses or fast forwards between cuts in a video program, disable the cache memory function using WinDVD

Power Mode Switching Utility.

Windows 7

A Click (Start) and input [c:\util\windvdpw\windvdpw.exe] in [Search programs and files], and press

Enter

Windows XP

Click [start] - [Run] and input [c:\util\windvdpw\windvdpw.exe], and then click [OK].

If the “This setting becomes active the next time WinDVD is started.” message appears, click [OK] and start WinDVD before performing step A.

B Click [Disable] and click [OK]. C Click [OK]. D Run WinDVD.

DVD Discs Created Using a DVD Recorder

 Playback may not be possible depending on the DVD recorder or the discs.

 You must finalize

discs other than DVD-RAM before playback. For further information, refer to the instruction manual of

the DVD recorder.

 You cannot play discs protected with copyright management technologies such as CPPM (Content Protection for

Prerecorded Media) and CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media).

A process that enables the playback of the discs on other DVD players, etc.

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Writing to CD/DVD

<CF-F9/CF-S9 Series>

 Applicable Media

 Refer to the Disc Information ( page 73).  Refer to the software’s online manual (below).

About Copies

When writing to discs, make sure that you are not infringing upon any copyrights. It is illegal to copy audio CDs for non-personal use. When backing up software, make sure that you are not infringing upon any software copyrights for that product.

Windows 7

Using Windows Feature

1 Insert a disc you can use for writing.

2 In the [AutoPlay] screen, click [Burn files to disc using Windows Explorer].

 Alternatively you can click (Start) - [Computer], and right-click [Burn to disc].  Follow the on-screen instructions.

Using Roxio Creator LJB

“Roxio Creator LJB” is a CD/DVD recording software application developed by SONIC Solutions. For further information, refer to the software’s online manual (below).

1 Click (Start) / [start] - [All Program] - [Roxio] - [Roxio Creator LJB].

CAUTION

 If you format a disc using Windows functions, you cannot write with Roxio Creator LJB.

Do not format a disc using Windows functions when you write to the disc using Roxio Creator LJB. For rewritable discs (i.e. CD-RW, etc.), writing is possible using Roxio Creator LJB if all the disc contents are deleted.

 If you set an unused disc in the CD/DVD drive, [Automatic playback] screen may appear and then Windows

format screen may be displayed. Do not format the disc when you use Roxio Creator LJB.

When you write to the disc using Roxio Creator LJB, start Roxio Creator LJB before setting the disc. Windows format screen will not be displayed, which prevents the disc from being mistakenly formatted.

Windows 7

 To access the online manual

A After starting Roxio Creator LJB, click [Help]-[Tutorial].

Windows XP

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Usage Precautions

 When an external CD/DVD drive has been connected

 Do not turn the CD/DVD drive power off on this computer when writing to a disc in an external CD/DVD drive. Turning the

power off may result in a malfunction, such as an interruption in the external CD/DVD drive operation.

Windows 7

Using DVD-RAM for Windows 7

 Formatting must be executed to write a file to a DVD-RAM. It is possible to write a file to a formatted DVD-RAM in the

same way as writing a file to a floppy disk or hard disk.

 Format type

There are six types of DVD-RAM formats, as shown below. We recommend that you choose the format type depending on the application.

Format Feature

FAT32 This format is supported by Windows 95 (OSR2) / 98 / Me / 2000 / XP / Vista / 7. DVD-RAM

discs in FAT32 format cannot be used on Windows 95 (other than OSR2) / Windows NT.

UDF1.02 This format is supported by Windows 98 / Me / 2000 / XP / Vista / 7, and compatible with the

Video mode of DVD-ROM / DVD-R / DVD-RW / +R / +RW.

UDF1.50 Standard format for DVD-RAM. Data with large file sizes (video or audio data) can be written at

high speed. We recommend this format when using DVD-RAM for storing data.

UDF2.00/2.01 This format is used for DVD video recorders conforming to “Video Recording Standards” as

established by the DVD Forum, or for PC recording software conforming to the same standards.

UDF2.5 This format is supported by Windows Vista / 7, and is used for Blu-ray recorders or PC

recording software conforming to “Video Recording Standards” as established by the Blu-ray Disc Association. This format cannot be used for DVD recorders conforming to “Video Recording Standards” as established by the DVD Forum, or for PC recording software conforming to the same standards.

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 Formatting method

When formatting is executed, data recorded on the disc is erased. Back up data as required.

A Set a DVD-RAM in the CD/DVD drive. B Close all applications that use DVD-RAM.

C Click (Start) - [Computer], right-click the CD/DVD drive and click [Format]. D Select the settings and click [Start].

 When the disc was recorded with Roxio Creator LJB and you want to record using Explorer, remove the

check mark from [Quick Format].

 It may take long time if you removed the check mark from [Quick Format].  Do not cancel formatting partway. Otherwise the disc may no longer accept writing.

CAUTION

 If you have written using Roxio Creator LJB, you cannot write using other software since the format becomes different.

To make this possible, remove the check mark for [Quick format] on the format display and format the disc.

Windows XP

Using DVD-RAM for Windows XP

 Writing to DVD-RAM

 Logical formatting must be executed to write a file to a DVD-RAM. It is possible to write a file to a logically formatted DVD-

RAM in the same way as writing a file to a floppy disk or hard disk. If you write using Roxio Creator LJB, because the format is different, it will no longer be possible to write using applications other than Roxio Creator LJB. To enable writing, it will be necessary to select [Quick format] when formatting the disc.

Refer to [Using DVD-RAM disc]. To d i sp la y: Click [start] - [All Programs] - [DVD-RAM] - [DVD-RAM Driver] - [Using DVD-RAM disc]. When [DVD-RAM] is not displayed even if you click [start] - [All Programs], install DVD-RAM Driver.

A Click [start] - [Run] and input [c:\util\drivers\ramdrvr\english\setup.exe] and then click [OK].

As for english folder, change to the language you install. Follow the on-screen instructions.

 Logical format type

There are six types of DVD-RAM formats ( page 83). We recommend that you choose the format type depending on the application.

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 Logical format method

 Formatting software and drivers required to conduct each type of formatting have been installed on this computer.

When formatting is executed, data recorded on the disc is erased. Back up data as required.

A Log on to Windows with the administrator authority. B Set a disc in the CD/DVD drive. C Close all applications that use DVD-RAM. D Click [start] - [All Programs] - [DVD-RAM] - [DVD-RAM Driver] - [DVDForm].

• When [DVD-RAM] is not displayed even if you click [start] - [All Programs], install DVD-RAM Driver.

Click [start] - [Run] and input [c:\util\drivers\ramdrvr\english\setup.exe] and then click [OK]. As for english folder, change to the language you install. Follow the on-screen instructions.

E Click in [Format Type], and select the format type, then click [Start].

• [Volume label]

UDF format has been selected, input the volume label. When the volume label is not input, it will be set automatically (UDF year / month / day).

• [Quick format]

Inspect all sectors on the disc, and execute replacement processing of bad sectors. Normally, it is not necessary to select this.

CAUTION

 If you have written using Roxio Creator LJB, you cannot write using other software since the format becomes different.

To make this possible, you need to perform the logical format. For further information, see “Using DVD-RAM disc”. “Using DVD-RAM disc” is displayed by clicking [Start] - [All Programs] - [DVD-RAM] - [DVD-RAM driver] - [Using DVDRAM disc].

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Notes During Use

 If you have uninstalled Roxio Creator LJB accidentally

Reinstall it by following the steps below.

Windows 7

A Click (Start) and input [c:\util\sonic\emc] in [Search programs and files], and press B Right-click [setup] in [emc] folder and click [Run as administrator].

If there are two or more “setup” files, right-click the file whose [Type] is [Application]. Follow the on-screen instructions.  A standard user needs to enter an administrator password.

Windows XP

A Log on to Windows as an administrator. B Click [start] - [Run] and input [c:\util\sonic\emc\setup.exe], then click [OK].

Follow the on-screen instructions.

SUPPORT INFORMATION  About User Registration

Follow the steps below for user registration.

A While connected to the Internet, start up Roxio Creator LJB. B Click [Help] - [Resister Now] and follow the on-screen instructions.

 If Roxio Creator LJB does not operate properly, we recommend carefully reading the online help file first for problems

with the operating environment or operations. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact Sonic Solutions. URL:

English (U.S.): http://www.roxio.jp/enu/support/default.html English (U.K.): http://www.roxio.jp/eng/support/Default.html French: http://www.roxio.jp/fra/support/contact/ German: http://www.roxio.jp/deu/support/ Dutch: http://www.roxio.jp/nld/support/Default.html

Enter

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PC Card

You can insert the PC Card Type I (3.3 mm) or II (5.0 mm) to the PC Card slot.

NOTE

 The following types of card are not supported:

PC Card Type III, ZV card, SRAM card, FLASH ROM card (excluding ATA interface type), and other cards that require 12V of operating voltage.

Inserting/Removing the Card

CAUTION

 Do not remove a PC Card while your computer is in the sleep/ standby or hibernation.  Do not forcefully insert the card. Depending on the shape of the card, parts of the card may remain outside after

insertion. The PC Card slot or the card may be damaged or become stuck if it is forced in.

 Note that the PC Card removal may not be complete, depending on the status of the PC Card or the device connected

to the PC Card; this may occur when a SCSI card is used to connect an external hard disk to the computer. In such cases, turn off the power from the (Start)/ [start] menu, then remove the card.

Windows 7

Windows XP

 To insert the card

1 Insert the PC Card with the label side up until it securely fits in the slot.

 For further information, refer to the instruction manual of the card.

2 <CF-F9 Series>

After the card is inserted, bend the eject button (A).

<CF-C1 Series> <CF-F9 Series> <CF-S9 Series>

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PC Card

 To remove the card

1 Disable the card function.

Windows 7

A Click on the notification area and then click . B Select the card.

Windows XP

A Double-click on the notification area and select the card, then click [Stop].

 Follow the on-screen instructions. This step is not necessary when removing the card after turning off the

computer.

2 Remove the card.

A Push the eject button. B Draw the card straight out.

A Raise the bent part of the eject button. B Press the eject button so the card comes out of the slot. C Draw the card straight out.

<CF-C1 Series> <CF-F9 Series> <CF-S9 Series>

NOTE

 Check the card’s specification to prevent the total operating current from exceeding the allowable limit. Otherwise

malfunction may occur. Allowable Current: 3.3 V: 400 mA, 5.0 V: 400 mA

 After repeating insertion and removal, some types of card will not be recognized. In this case, restart the computer.  If the computer freezes after resuming from

the card. If the problem persists, restart the computer.

Windows 7

sleep/ standby or hibernation, remove and reinsert

Windows XP

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 When a card is inserted, power consumption increases. Remove the card when it is not in use, especially when

operating by battery power.

 To connect peripheral devices (SCSI, IEEE1394, etc.) using a PC Card, follow the steps below (one example).

A Connect the peripheral device to the card. B Turn on the power of device. C Insert the card until it securely fits in the slot.

 Some PC Cards may not be recognized correctly. In this case, refer to “A PC Card does not work” ( page 175).

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Smart Card

You need software to use a Smart Card.

CAUTION

 Do not:

• Hit, bend, or drop the card.

• Touch the contact part with fingers or metal object.

• Place the card in very hot location for a long time.

• Remove the card immediately after inserting it.

Inserting/Removing the Smart Card

 To insert the card

1 Insert the Smart Card with the contact part (A) in front.

 Insert the card until it surely fits in the slot.

 To remove the card

1 Press the eject button (B).

The Smart Card pops out.

CAUTION

 Use the eject button to remove the card, otherwise the reading contact may be damaged.

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SD/SDHC Memory Card

SD/SDHC Memory Card Information

The SD Memory Card slot on this computer only accepts SD/SDHC Memory Cards*1.

Windows 7

 To format the SD/SDHC Memory Card on this computer, do not use [Format] of Windows, but use the SD/SDHC Memory

Card format software. You can download the software from the web site below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/sd/download/sd_formatter.html

 To use the SD/SDHC Memory Card on other devices, format the card on the devices. For further information, refer to the

instruction manual of the devices.

SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Cards

Inserting/Removing the SD/SDHC Memory Card

CAUTION

 Do not remove or insert the SD/SDHC Memory Card until Windows has completed loading.  Do not remove the card or turn off the computer in the following cases, otherwise the data may be corrupted.

• While the computer is in sleep / standby or hibernation.

• While the SD Memory Card indicator is on.

• While data is being read from or written to the card.

• Immediately after the writing operation.

The computer may still continue the access to the card just after writing operation. If you remove the card before the operation is completed, the data may be damaged or the card access may no longer be performed normally.

 Note that Panasonic assumes absolutely no liability for any loss of data recorded by the user, or any other damages,

directly or indirectly.

Windows 7

Windows XP

 To insert the card

Insert the SD/SDHC Memory Card with the label side facing up and with the cut corner on top.

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 To remove the card

Preparation

 Save the data and close all applications.  Confirm the SD Memory Card indicator is off.  When SD Memory Card security function is enabled, it may be possible to remove the card even when is blinking.

1 Disable the card function.

Windows 7

A Click on the notification area and then click . B Select the card.

Windows XP

A Double-click on the notification area and select [SD Memory Card], then click [Stop].

 Follow the on-screen instructions. This step is not necessary when removing the card after turning off the

computer.

<CF-C1 Series>

<CF-F9 Series>

<CF-S9 Series>

2 Remove the card.

A Press the card so it comes out of the slot. B Draw it straight out.

<CF-C1 Series> <CF-F9 Series>

<CF-S9 Series>

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Expanding Memory

Use RAM modules that comply with the specifications below. Using any other module may cause malfunction or result in computer failure.

RAM module specifications: DDR3 SDRAM, 204 pins, SO-DIMM, 1.5 V, PC3-6400

CAUTION

 Use recommended RAM module products. Do not use non-recommended RAM modules. Non-recommended RAM

modules may not operate properly, and may cause damage to your computer. Some non-recommended RAM modules may overheat, causing the cover to warp. Refer to various sources for recommended RAM module.

 RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity. There are cases where static electricity generated by the human

body has adversely affected such RAM modules. When inserting or removing a RAM module, do not touch the terminals or internal components, insert objects other than the module, or allow foreign particles to enter. Doing so has been known to cause damage, fire or electric shock.

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Preparation

A Turn off your computer.

• Do not use the sleep ( ) / standby ( ) or hibernation.

• Make sure no foreign objects are under the computer.

B Disconnect the AC adaptor and remove the battery pack. C Remove the screw (A) and the cover on the bottom of the computer.

• Use the appropriate screw driver so as not to strip the thread of screw.

<CF-C1 Series> <CF-F9 Series> <CF-S9 Series>

Windows 7

Windows XP

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Inserting the RAM Module

1 Place the RAM module lightly in parallel with the RAM module slot so that the notch (B) of

the RAM module and the protrusion (C) of the RAM module slot is in the same direction.

 The gold terminals are visible at this point.  RAM module is at an angle of 20

° - 30° with the horizontal line.

<CF-C1 Series> <CF-F9 Series>

RAM Module Slot

Gold Terminals

RAM Module

20° - 30°

Slot (Side image view)

RAM Module

Slot (Side image view)

RAM Module Slot

20° - 30°

<CF-S9 Series>

RAM Module Slot

Gold

Terminals

Gold Terminals

RAM Module

20° - 30°

Slot (Side image view)

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2 Insert the RAM module parallel to the slot firmly until the gold terminals are invisible.

 If it is hard to insert the RAM module, do not try forcibly but check the module’s direction.

<CF-C1 Series> <CF-F9 Series> <CF-S9 Series>

3 Press the RAM module down until the right and left hooks (D) lock into place.

 When pressing down the module, the right and left hooks will open slightly and will return after locking.  If it is hard to press down the RAM module, do not try forcibly but check the module’s direction.

<CF-C1 Series> <CF-F9 Series> <CF-S9 Series>

4 Set the cover and battery pack back.

NOTE

 If the RAM module is recognized correctly, the total size of this computer’s memory and RAM module memory is displayed

on the [Information] menu of the Setup Utility. If the RAM module is not recognized, turn off the computer and insert it again.

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Removing the RAM Module

1 Carefully open the left and right hooks (E).

The RAM module will be raised.

<CF-C1 Series> <CF-F9 Series> <CF-S9 Series>

2 Carefully remove the RAM module from the slot.

<CF-C1 Series> <CF-F9 Series> <CF-S9 Series>

3 Set the cover and battery pack back.

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Port Replicator

<CF-C1/CF-F9 Series>

You can use the following optional port replicator. This device frees you from being bothered by a lot of cable connections when you carry the computer. It also allows you to connect various peripherals. <CF-C1 Series>  Desktop port replicator CF-VEBC11 <CF-F9 Series>

 Mini port replicator CF-VEBU08U  Desktop port replicator CF-VEBF81W

Connect the port replicator to the port replicator connector (A).

<CF-C1 Series> <CF-F9 Series>

For further information, refer to the instruction manual of the port replicator.

NOTE

 To use the port replicator, set [USB Port] setting to [Enabled] (default) in the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility.  When the port replicator is connected, following devices should be connected to the port replicator.

•LAN cable

• External display

• AC adaptor (CF-VEBU08U/CF-VEBF81W)

• External display (CF-VEBU08U/CF-VEBF81W) The LAN port on the computer is disabled (CF-VEBU08U). The external display port on the computer is disabled (CF-VEBF81W).

<CF-C1 Series>  Connect or disconnect the port replicator while the computer power is turned off.

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External Display

You can switch the output destination to an external display. Connect the external display to the external display port (A). <CF-S9 Series> You can also switch the output destination to an external HDMI display. Connect the HDMI display to the HDMI port (B).

<CF-C1 Series> <CF-F9 Series> <CF-S9 Series>

Switching the Display Mode

The following are the display modes.

Computer only The screen is displayed only on the internal LCD.

Duplicate The same screen is displayed on the internal LCD and the external display.

Extend You can use the internal LCD and the external display as an extended display area.

Projector only The screen is displayed only on the external display.

Do not switch using a method other than the one explained here.

 Using key function

1 Press +

Windows 7

Windows XP

Press

or Fn + F3 or click (Start) - [Connect to a Projector].

+ F3.

2 Click the display mode.

You can switch the display mode by pressing key.

NOTE

 Until Windows startup is completed (during Setup Utility, etc.), the simultaneous display cannot be used and pressing

+ F3 switches the display between the internal LCD and the external display.

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External Display

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 Using Graphics Driver

1 Right-click the desktop, and click [Graphics Properties].

2 Click [Multiple Displays].

3 Select the display in [Operating Mode].

To display the image only on the internal LCD, select [Single Display] and select [Built-in Display] for [Primary Display]. To display the same image on both the internal LCD and an external display, select [Clone Displays]. To display the image only on an external display, select [Single Display] and select [Monitor] for [Primary Display].

4 Click [Apply]. 5 Click [OK].

6 If necessary, click [General Settings], set the color depth, resolution, etc., and click [OK].

 Using the [Screen Resolution] screen

1 Right-click the desktop, and click [Screen Resolution].

2 Select the output destination at [Multiple displays].

To display the screen only on the internal LCD, select [Show desktop only on 1]. To display the same screen on the internal LCD and the external display, select [Duplicate these displays]. To activate the extended mode ( page 102), select [Extend these displays]. To display the screen only on the external display, select [Show desktop only on 2] (when “1” is assigned to the internal LCD) <CF-S9 Series> If both an analog display and an HDMI display are connected, and when [Clone Displays] or [Extended Desktop] is selected, three displays can be selected at [Primary Display] and [Second Display]. [Digital Television XXXXXXXX] indicates the HDMI display, [Monitor XXXXXXXX] indicates the analog display, and [Built-in Display] indicates the internal LCD.

3 Click [Apply].

4 Click [Keep] if a confirmation screen is displayed.

Panasonic CF-S9KWAZZ1M User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Read Me First

Using the Touch Pad

Screen Input Operation

Tablet Buttons

Display Rotation

Key Combinations

Software Keyboard

Hand Writing Utility

Dashboard for CF-C1

Battery Power

Customizing the Power Setting

Sleep/Standby or Hibernation Functions

Security Measures

CD/DVD Drive

WinDVD

Writing to CD/DVD

PC Card

Smart Card

SD/SDHC Memory Card

Expanding Memory

Port Replicator

External Display