Panasonic CF-W2 Instruction Manual

Personal Computer

Reference Manual

Model No. CF-W2 Series

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z Some of the illustrations in this manual may differ slightly in shape from the actual items

on your computer. This should make the explanations easier to understand

z If a user has logged on to Windows without the administrator authority, some functions

may not be executable, and some screens may not be displayed as shown in this manual. If this happens, log-on to Windows with the administrator authority to enable these functions

z In this manual, “Microsoft

“Windows XP”

z In this manual, the following software packages are described as follows:

• "WinDVD™ 5 (OEM Version)" as "WinDVD"

• "B's Recorder GOLD7 BASIC" as "B's Recorder"

• "B's CLiP 5" as "B's CLiP"

z Circular media such as DVD-ROM and CD-ROM is described as a "disk"

z If the icon on the notification area (A) being explained in this manual is hidden and not

displayed, click on the icon to display all icons

(The icons on the notification area used in this manual are only examples. They may differ from the actual icons shown.)

z Optional Products or Accessories

Confirm the latest information on optional products or accessories from various sources

Windows® XP Professional” is indicated as “Windows” or

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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

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

Î 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 When using with the interchanged, read with

For some applications, you may need to double-click.

Î :If this is clicked, it will jump to the page correspond-

ing Reference Manual

⇒ :Refer to the Operating Instructions

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

key.

and

Ctrl

key functions

Ctrl

Enter

reversed.

key.

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About Display Mode

Internal LCD (Notebook) This computer's display

External Display (Monitor) External display connected to this computer

Simultaneous Display (Intel(R) Dual Display Clone)

Extended Desktop To use both the internal LCD and the external display as

The terminology in ( ) is the one used in [Intel(R) 82852/82855 GM/GME Graphics Controller Properties]. To display [Intel(R) 82852/82855 GM/GME Graphics Controller Properties]: Click [start] - [Control Panel], from the [See Also] area click [Other Control Panel Options], and then click [Intel(R) Extreme Graphics].

To display the same screen on both the LCD and external display

an extended display domain. You can drag a window between the internal LCD and the external displays

How to Use this Reference Manual

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How to Use this Reference Manual

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Ctrl

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Enter

key to

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E. Actual Size: Click to display contents at the size used when the Reference

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Print this Reference Manual

NOTE

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clearly

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z To print out only the page currently being displayed: Leave that page on the

display

z To print out a specified page: Confirm the page number

2 Click on .

3 Set [Name], [Paper], and other settings, and click [OK].

z If the page is printed with a different orientation: Remove the check mark from

[Auto-rotate and center pages]

Using the Touch Pad

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

Tapping/Clicking

Double-Tapping/DoubleClicking

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

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

button.

double-tapping or double-clicking

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. (Î page 9)

Using the Touch Pad

NOTE

z You can change the speed of the double-click or the operations of mouse buttons

z Sensitivity when touching the touch pad can be adjusted (Î page 14) z When an external mouse is connected and the cursor does not operate properly:

Scroll

You can scroll easily by tracing a circle around the touch pad.

NOTE

z This scroll function is operated using the Touch Pad utility z When the external mouse driver is installed, the scroll function may not operate prop-

using [Mouse Properties] screen To display [Mouse Properties]: Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse]

In the [Main] menu of the Setup Utility, set [Touch Pad] to [Disable]. When you want to use the touch pad again, return the setting to [Enable] (Î page 120)

erly

1 Select the screen you want to scroll.

2 Position the cursor over the area you want to scroll.

Using the Touch Pad

3 Lift up your finger, and place it in the area around the Touch Pad

4 Trace a circle around the edge of the touch pad as indicated in the

( position in the figure).

When you touch the scroll startup area on the touch pad, the icon on the notifica-

tion area will change to the icon.

diagrams.

To scroll down (trace clockwise)

The Scroll Icon will rotate.

To scroll up (trace counter-clockwise)

Scrolling will begin more easily if you start from the position marked by and trace

as indicated by the arrow.

z 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

5 Once scrolling has begun, continue to trace a circle on the touch pad

without removing your finger from the pad.

z As long as you are tracing a circle, you can continue scrolling using any position

on the touch pad. It is not necessary to trace a circle around the edge of the pad

z 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.

Using the Touch Pad

NOTE

z You can change various touch pad settings using the following procedure:

A Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad utility settings].

Changeable settings are:

Using the Virtual Scrolling Function

• Use Touch Pad function (On/Off)

• Display icon in task tray (On/Off)

• Animated icon in task tray (On/Off)

• Rotate icon when wheel is operated (On/Off)

• Scroll item under mouse cursor (On/Off)

• Scroll speed setting

• Set initial scroll scope

NOTE

z 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], and then remove the Touch Pad utility and set the Virtual Scrolling function using the following procedure. In this case, the Touch Pad utility will be disabled

1 Log-on to Windows with the administrator authority.

Do not use the Fast User Switching function.

Right-click on the icon on the notification area, and then click [Exit].

Using the Touch Pad

3 Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs], click

4 At the confirmation message, click [OK], then click [Finish].

5 Click at [Add or Remove Programs].

6 Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] -

If the icon is not displayed on the notification area:

A Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad utility settings] -

[General settings].

B Add a check mark for [Display icon in task tray] and click [OK].

[TouchPadUtility], then click [Change/Remove].

[Mouse] - [Device Settings].

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

click [Settings].

8 Click [Virtual Scrolling], add a check mark for the scroll functions you

want to use, then click [OK].

Using the Touch Pad

9 Click [OK] at [Mouse Properties].

NOTE

z To begin using the Touch Pad utility again:

z At the confirmation message asking if you want to enable the Touch Pad utility, click

A Log-on to Windows with the administrator authority. B Click [start] - [Run], input [c:\util\touchpad\setup.exe], then click [OK]. C Click [Next] at the welcome message. D Click [Finish].

[Yes].

z When the setup is complete, the icon will be displayed on the notification area.

Using the Touch Pad

Adjusting the Sensitivity when Touching the Touch Pad

Adjust [PalmCheck] and [Touch Sensitivity] using the following procedure:

1 Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] -

[Mouse] - [Device Settings].

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

click [Settings].

3 Double-click [Sensitivity], then click [PalmCheck] or [Touch Sensitiv-

ity].

4 After making the adjustment, click [OK].

Using the Touch Pad

PalmCheck™

z When operating the keyboard, if your hand touches the touch pad unintentionally causing

the cursor to move, adjust the sensitivity using "PalmCheck™"

• By dragging slide bar (A) to the [Maximum] position, you can prevent the cursor from

• By dragging slide bar (A) to the [Minimum] position, you can enable the cursor to move

Touch Sensitivity

z When operating the touch pad, if your finger touches the touch pad, unintentionally

causing the cursor to move; or if the cursor does not move even when you move your finger above the touch pad, adjust the sensitivity using the "Touch sensitivity" setting

• When slide bar (B) is dragged to the [Heavy Touch] position, the cursor will only move

• When slide bar (B) is dragged to the [Light Touch] position, the cursor will move even

moving unintentionally

even with a light touch of the palm on the touch pad

with a strong touch on the touch pad

with a light touch on the touch pad

NOTE

z Click on [Defaults] to return the settings to their original positions at the time of

purchase

Handling the Touch Pad

z 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)

z 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

z 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

Using the Fn Key

If you press a key for a character or symbol contained in a frame while pressing the Fn key the funtion for the character or the symbol contained in that frame will be executed.

CAUTION

z Do not press the following key combinations repeatedly in (quick) succession. Also, do

not press different key combinations quickly one after another

z Do not press the following key combinations while using the touch pad (external

mouse) or other keys

NOTE

z Do not press the following key combinations until you log-on to Windows and the hard

disk drive indicator turns off Note, however, that the key combinations the Setup Utility (Î page 117)

z The key combinations below may not work while some applications are running.

Besides, the pop-up window may not be displayed, depending on the state of the application you are using (e.g., when [Command Prompt] is set to "Full Screen")

z When using with the

• Press the

• It is not possible to replace the markings on the keys, or the keys themselves

Ctrl

and

Ctrl

functions interchanged (Î page 120)

key instead of the Fn key for the desired Fn function

Fn+F1, Fn+F2

and Fn+F3 are operable in

Using the Fn Key

Key Functions Pop-up Window

(Displayed after

logging on to

Windows)

Fn+F1

Fn+F2

Fn+F3

LCD brightness control (

Fn+F1

The brightness setting is stored in 2 memory locations, one for AC operation and one for battery operation.

Display change (When the external display is connected) By pressing this key combination, you can select either an external display, internal LCD or simultaneous. (Î page 94)

= down / Fn+F2 = up)

CAUTION

z Do not press another key until the display

destination has been completely switched

z Do not press this key combination in the

following conditions:

• When a video such as a DVD video or an MPEG file is playing

• When the Extended Desktop is being utilized

• When a game such as pinball is displayed

NOTE

z This key combination does not work when

[Command Prompt] is set to "Full Screen"

z When switching to a different user with the

Fast User Switching function, this key operation may not work. In this case, log off all users and restart the computer

Using the Fn Key

Key Functions Pop-up Window

(Displayed after

logging on to

Windows)

Fn+F4

Speaker on/off switch

Pressing this key combination turns on/off audio from the internal speaker and headphone jack.

OFF (MUTE)

Fn+F5

Fn+F6

Fn+F7

NOTE

z Disabling the speakers will also disable the

warning beep

z Speakers connected to the USB port

cannot be muted

Volume control (

Fn+F5

Pressing this key combination adjusts the volume of the internal speaker and headphone jack.

= down / Fn+F6 = up)

NOTE

z This key combination cannot be used to

adjust the volume of the warning beep or speakers connected to the USB port

Forcing the standby function

Pressing this key combination causes the current status of the computer to be saved to memory, and puts the computer into standby mode. (Î page 38)

Using the Fn Key

Key Functions Pop-up Window

(Displayed after

logging on to

Windows)

Fn+F9

Fn+F10

Fn+NumLk

Fn+Home

Remaining capacity of the battery pack

Forcing the hibernation function

Pressing this key combination causes the current status of the computer to be saved to the hard disk, and puts the computer into hibernation mode. (Î page 38)

The functions differ depending on the application software being used.

When the battery pack is inserted in the computer (example)

When the battery pack is not inserted in the computer

Using the Fn Key

Hotkey Settings

There are two Fn key functions as follows: z Fn key lock function

After the pressed. This is convenient when it is difficult to press two buttons simultaneously

z Pop-up windows display ON/OFF

key is pressed once, it stays in the "pressed" position until another key is

NOTE

z The Hotkey settings can be set separately for each user z When using with the

read with

and

Ctrl

key and the

reversed

Ctrl

key functions interchanged (Î page 120),

1 Run the Hotkey Settings.

Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hotkey Settings].

2 Set the parameters.

A. Use Fn key lock

Add the check mark if you want to enable the Fn key lock function. The following Fn key lock function will then be enabled. z To use the

A Press the B Press another key for combination. (Lock released)

z To use the

A Press the B Press another key for combination.

Fn key remains locked until the

B. Notification

This setting is only available when [Use Fn key lock] is checked.

[Make sounds when Fn key is pressed]

Notifies the user with a sound when the When the speaker function is disabled, e.g., by the key combination there will be no sound.

key only once:

key once. (Locked)

key successively:

key twice. (Locked)

key is pressed once more.

key is locked or released.

Fn+F4

Using the Fn Key

[Show status on screen]:

Displays the Fn key status on the notification area.

C. Disable popup

Add the check mark if you want to turn the popup window display function OFF. "Full Screen" of [Command Prompt] or MPEG files may change to a window

display if display function OFF.

Fn+Fx*1 keys are pressed. To prevent this, turn the popup window

3 Click [OK].

"Fx" indicates any function key from the F1 key to the

F10

key.

Confirm the Status Using the LEDs

Indicators Indicators Name Status

Power indicator z Not lit

Power off / Hibernation mode

z Green

Power on

z Blinking green

Standby mode

Battery pack indicator Î page 27

Caps Lock indicator This indicator lights green when the

Caps Lock

shifted input is capitalized. To disable, press the (the indicator will turn off).

key is pressed. Subsequent non-

Caps Lock

key again

Confirm the Status Using the LEDs

Indicators Indicators Name Status

NumLk indicator (Ten-key mode)

This indicator lights green when the key is pressed. Part of the keyboard (see figure below) will function as a ten-key numeric input. When the green light is on, if the keys on certain other segments of the keyboard, then those keys will operate as numeric keys. The

Enter

on the application. To disable, press the indicator will turn off).

key is pressed along with

key functions differently depending

NumLk

key again (the

ScrLk indicator (Scroll lock)

Hard disk drive indicator This indicator lights when the hard disk drive is

DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive indicator

This indicator lights green when the key are pressed. Scroll lock functions differently depending on the application.

accessed.

This indicator lights when the DVD-ROM & CDR/RW drive is accessed.

Fn+ScrLk

Confirm the Status Using the LEDs

Indicators Indicators Name Status

SD memory card indicator This indicator lights when the SD memory card

or MultiMedia Card is accessed.

Battery Power

Precautions about the Battery Pack

Maintenance

z Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack and the computer. The battery pack may

no longer function properly if the contacts are dirty or damaged. Also, the computer may not operate properly

z Do not allow the battery pack to get wet z If the battery is damaged and battery fluid leaks out entering the eyes, immediately flush

with large volumes of water and contact your doctor

Charging / Discharging (Operating Time)

z The battery pack is not charged when it is first purchased. Be sure to charge it before

using it for the first time. Charging begins automatically when the AC adaptor is connected to the computer; charging time varies depending on usage conditions

z This computer prevents overcharging of the battery by recharging only when the

remaining power is less than approx. 95% of capacity after the battery is fully charged

z The battery pack normally becomes slightly warm during recharging and discharging.

This is not a malfunction

z Battery operation time is reduced at low temperatures. Use the battery pack within the

acceptable temperature range

When the computer is not going to be used for an extended

period (a month or more)

z In order to maintain the battery performance, remove the battery with a remaining charge

of 30% to 40% from the computer, and store it in a cool, dark place

Battery Power

[Important Tips] (On-Line Manual)

z Important Tips provides information on how to maximize use of the battery pack, which is

necessary for computing away from your home or office

To see [Important Tips], double-click the icon on the desktop, or click [Important

Tips] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals].

Battery Power

Use the Battery Indicator to Check the Battery Status

Battery Indicator Battery Status

Not lit Battery pack is not connected or no charging.

Orange

Green

Red The battery level is very low (the charge is approx. 9% or

Blinking red

Blinking orange

Charging in progress.

Fully charged.

less). Connect the AC adaptor. You can use the computer when the battery indicator light is orange. If you do not have an AC adaptor, save your data and power off your computer. After replacing the battery pack with a fully charged one, you can turn your computer on.

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.

Battery cannot be recharged temporarily because the internal temperature of the battery pack is outside the acceptable temperature range for recharging. Once the allowable range requirement is satisfied, charging begins automatically. Your computer can be used normally in this state.

When the AC adaptor is connected.

Battery Power

Check the Remaining Battery Power

There are three methods to check the remaining battery power.

z Press the z Check the Windows Power Meter. (After logging on to Windows)(Î page 29) z Check the number of bright LEDs. (When the power is off or in standby/hibernation

mode)(Î page 30)

NOTE

z In the following cases, there may be a difference between the remaining battery

capacity displayed on the indicator and the actual remaining battery capacity. To correct this, perform the "Battery Recalibration" (Î page 33)

• The battery indicator light remains red

• The “battery remaining” displays 99% and the indicator light is orange for a long

• Low battery warning appears after a short period of time

z The remaining battery power and remaining time indicated in the Windows Power

Meter ([Power Meter] in [Power Options Properties]) are calculated based on the computer's usage conditions at that time, so these displays may change when usage conditions change. (These displays are only a guide) The remaining battery power displayed using the so displays may differ to some degree. This is not a malfunction

Fn+F9

period of time

This may be caused by the use of standby mode for long periods of time. The battery is discharging while the computer is in standby mode when the AC adaptor is not connected

key. (After logging on to Windows)(Î page 29)

Fn+F9

key is calculated differently,

Battery Power

Press the Fn+F9 key to Check the Remaining Battery Power on the Screen (After logging on to Windows)

When the battery pack is inserted in the computer (example)

When the battery pack is not inserted in the computer

Check the Remaining Battery Power and Remaining Time using the Windows Power Meter (After logging on to Windows)

Display by double-clicking the icon in the notification area when the AC adaptor is not

connected. z The remaining battery power and remaining time indicated are calculated based on the

computer's usage conditions at that time, so these displays may change when usage conditions change. (These displays are only a guide)

Battery Power

Check the Number of Bright LEDs (When the power is off or in standby/hibernation mode)

You can view the remaining battery capacity using the following procedure.

A Close the display and confirm that the latch is locked. B Disconnect the AC adaptor. C Slide the power switch (A) and count the number of bright LEDs (B).

The number of bright LEDs (B) Remaining Battery Capacity

00 % - 4 %

15 % - 24 %

2 25 % - 49 %

3 50 % - 74 %

4 75 % - 94 %

5 95 % - 100 %

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