Panasonic CF-W2 Instruction Manual

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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

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Enter

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clearly

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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 %

Battery Power

When the Remaining Battery Charge Becomes Low

The following is factory default setting.

When remaining battery capacity falls to 10%

[Low battery alarm]

z Displays a message indicating the low

battery level

Charge your battery.

z Connect the AC adaptor immediately. If

you do not have the AC adaptor with you, exit any programs currently running, then exit Windows and confirm that the power indicator is off

z If you have a fully charged spare battery,

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

z Do not replace the battery pack while the computer is in standby mode. This will cause

unsaved data to be lost

When remaining battery capacity falls to 5%

[Critical battery alarm]

z Displays a message indicating the low

battery level

z The computer will enter hibernation

mode

Connect the AC adaptor or replace the battery

before starting up the computer next time.

z Connect the AC adaptor, then charge the

battery

z If you have a fully charged spare battery,

turn off the computer, replace the battery, and turn the computer on again. The computer will enter hibernation mode when the battery runs down. If computer operations are resumed without charging battery, Windows may not start up properly, and in some cases the alarm function may not operate properly from that point on

Above settings can be changed.

A Display [Alarms] screen.

Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Alarms].

B Set alarm operations and remaining battery level for operating alarm functions.

When disabling the speaker by pressing the disabled.

Fn+F4

key, the sound alarm is also

Battery Power

A. When making a setting for [When the alarm goes off, the computer will] in

[Alarms] - [Alarm Action]: Add a check mark for [Force stand by or shutdown even if a program stops responding].

B. Set the value for [Critical battery alarm] to 5% or more.

This is necessary for the standby or hibernation function to be completed (assuring data is saved) when the battery level is low.

Battery Power

Accurately Displaying Battery Capacity (Battery Recalibration)

The battery pack has a function (Battery Recalibration) for measuring, storing and learning about battery capacity. Using the "Battery Recalibration" function to accurately display remaining battery capacity requires that the battery pack be fully charged (charged to 100%), then fully discharged. This procedure should be performed once after you purchase the computer. As you use the battery pack over a long period of time, the remaining capacity display may become inaccurate due to aging of the battery pack and other factors. The procedure described below should be performed again.

NOTE

z Perform the following procedure in a temperature range of 10°C to 30°C {50°F to 86°F} z If the computer is turned off while performing the "Battery Recalibration" (electrical

power outage, accidental removal of the AC adaptor or battery pack, etc.), the "Battery Recalibration" will not be performed properly

z "Battery Recalibration" does not increase the battery's capacity. If "Battery

Recalibration" is executed frequently, deterioration of the battery may result

1 Attach the battery pack, then connect the AC adaptor.

Remove all peripherals (except for the battery pack and AC adaptor).

2 Use the "Battery Recalibration" to fully discharge the battery pack.

A Run the Setup Utility. (Î page 117) B Select [Battery Recalibration] from the [Exit] menu and press the C At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press the

Once the battery indicator turns green, the battery pack will be completely discharged. It takes approximately 4.5 hours until the power automatically goes off through the complete discharge of the battery from the fully charged state.

Enter

key.

Battery Power

3 Allow the battery pack to charge until the battery indicator turns

green.

Charging Time: Approximately 4.5 hours.

Replacing the Battery Pack

The battery pack is a consumable item and therefore will require replacement. If the battery operation time becomes noticeably short and if performance is not recovered even after executing Battery Recalibration, we recommend that the battery be replaced.

CAUTION

z Read the precautions about the battery pack carefully before using it (Î page 25) z Use only the specified battery pack (CF-VZSU27U) with your computer z Do not remove/change the battery pack while the standby mode: Removing the pack

in the standby mode will erase your data and may damage the computer

1 Power off your computer.

(⇒ Operating Instructions "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not shut down using the standby function.

2 Turn your computer over and remove the battery pack.

A Slide the left-side latch (locked manually: A) to the unlock position ( ).

B Slide the right-side latch (B) to the unlock position ( ), and hold the latch in that

position while pushing the center of the battery pack outwards, parallel with the body of the computer.

Battery Power

3 Insert the battery pack.

A Slide the left-side latch (locked manually: A) to the unlock position ( ). B Making sure the battery pack is facing the correct direction, slide it in the

direction of the arrow.

C Slide the left-side latch (A) to the lock position ( ), and then check to ensure

that the battery pack is held firmly. (Right-side latch is locked automatically.)

CAUTION

z Confirm that the latch is properly locked. If it is not, the battery pack may come off

while you are carrying the computer

z Do not remove the battery pack by force when the latch is locked. Doing so could

damage the battery pack

z When the battery pack has been removed, do not apply pressure from the top of the

closed display. This may result in damage to the LCD

Computing on the Road

One of the main features of notebook-type computers is that you have the power of computing away from your home or office. Following is information on how to maximize use of the battery pack which is necessary for such computing.

z Four Important Points

• POINT 1 Be sure to charge your battery before and after use

• POINT 2 To get the maximum use of your battery, set the power management mode

• POINT 3 Check to see that you have your AC adaptor with you before leaving your home or office Purchasing a battery listed below as a spare battery is highly recommended CF-VZSU27U

• POINT 4 Always watch your battery level!

Power-saving Methods

Change [Power Schemes]

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

then set [Power schemes] to [Max Battery]. Power consumption can also be minimized with detailed settings; for example, by reducing the time setting for [Turn off monitor]

Adjust the brightness (darker) with Fn+F1 (Î page 17)

Leave your computer off when it is not in use

(⇒ Operating Instructions "Starting Up/Shutting Down")

Computing on the Road

Remove peripheral devices (USB devices, PC Cards, external

mouse, etc.) when not in use

Set [CD/DVD Drive Speed] to [Low] (Î page 120)

When using this computer with the battery pack only

• We recommend against using applications that place a significant load on the CPU Some screensavers place a large burden on the CPU even when you are not operating the computer We recommend that you do not use a screensaver

• We recommend that you fully charge the battery pack beforehand

• Refer to [Important Tips] as well (Î page 26)

We recommend turning the wireless LAN off when it is not used

or out of range

Before the Remaining Battery Power Level Gets to Low

We recommend that you become familiar with battery power confirmation methods (Î page

28) and alarm settings to become aware when battery power is low (Î page 31).

Alarm settings can be changed.

NOTE

z When using the computer on the move, we recommend that you always carry the AC

adaptor.

Standby/Hibernation Functions

Starting Up Your Computer Quickly

If you use the standby or hibernation function, you can shut down the computer without closing programs and documents. When restarting your computer from either the standby or hibernation mode, you can immediately continue working in all programs or documents that were open at the time the computer was placed into standby or hibernation mode.

Differences between the Standby and Hibernation Functions

Function Where data is

saved to

Standby function

Hibernation function

Memory Short Yes

Hard disk Rather long Power is not required to maintain data

Time until resume

Need for power supply

(if power is cut, all data is lost)

NOTE

z We recommend plugging in the AC adaptor if the standby function is to be used for a

long period of time. If the AC adaptor cannot be connected, we recommend that hibernation mode be used instead of the standby mode

z If the standby or hibernation function is used repeatedly, the computer may not work

properly. To stabilize computer operations, shut down Windows on regularly (about once a week) without using the standby or hibernation function

Entering the Standby or Hibernation Mode

Use any of the following methods to enter the standby or hibernation mode. To use the hibernation mode, set [Power Options] in advance (Î page 39). (Enabled in factory preset) z Press the

tion mode (Î page 18)

z Using the power switch (Î page 41) z Closing the display (Î page 42)

Fn+F7

key or the Fn+

F10

key to put your computer in the standby or hiberna-

Standby/Hibernation Functions

z From the shutdown screen

• Standby In [start] - [Turn Off Computer], click [Stand By]

• Hibernation In [start] - [Turn Off Computer], press and hold the

NOTE

z If a disk formatted with B’s CLiP is inserted into the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive

(while the icon is displayed on the notification area), the computer will not enter standby or hibernation mode. Eject the disk in advance

Setting for Using the Hibernation Mode

At the time of purchase, the computer is set so that hibernation mode can be used.

1 Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] -

[Power Options].

Shift

key, then click [Hibernate]

2 In [Hibernate], add the check mark for [Enable hibernation] and click

[OK].

Standby/Hibernation Functions

Precautions

Before entering the standby or hibernation mode

z Save any unsaved data and save any files you may be editing z When a file in an external device such as a CD/DVD drive, external hard disk, or ATA card

is opened, close the file

z Even when a password has been set in the Setup Utility, [Enter Password] does not

appear when the computer resumes from the standby or hibernation mode. If you want to use the security function when using the standby or hibernation mode, use the Windows password (Î page 50)

z Do not enter either the standby or hibernation mode under the following conditions, as you

may corrupt your data or file, the standby or hibernation function may not work, or the computer (or peripherals) may fail to work properly:

• While the hard disk drive indicator , SD memory card indicator , or DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive indicator is on (accessing drive or card)

• When playing/recording audio files and displaying images (such as MPEG files)

• When playing a DVD-Video

• When writing to a CD-R/RW disk

• When using communications software or the network function (except when the Wake Up from LAN function is in use) After resuming from hibernation mode or standby mode, the computer may not work properly, or may not be able to connect to the network

• When using peripheral devices If these devices fail to work properly, restart the computer

z The computer cannot enter standby or hibernation mode under the following condition:

• If a disk formatted with B’s CLiP is inserted into the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive (while the icon is displayed on the notification area), eject the disk in advance

When entering the standby or hibernation mode

Standby mode: until the power indicator blinks green Hibernation mode: until the power indicator goes off z Avoid the following:

• Touching the keyboard, touch pad, or power switch

• Using external mouse or other peripheral devices

• Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor

Standby/Hibernation Functions

• Closing or opening the display

z It may take one or two minutes to enter standby or hibernation mode

In standby or hibernation mode

z Do not insert or remove peripherals; abnormal operation may result z In standby mode, power is consumed. If PC Cards are inserted, more of that power is

consumed. When all power has been consumed, all data saved at standby is lost since it is retained in memory. We therefore recommend plugging in the AC adaptor when using the standby function

Using the Power Switch

Setting

1 Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] -

[Power Options] - [Advanced].

2 Click [Stand by] or [Hibernate] for [When I press the power button on

my computer], and then click [OK].

Entering the standby or hibernation mode

1 Slide the power switch (A); release your finger at the beep

The computer will enter either the standby or hibernation mode, depending on the setting.

CAUTION

z After releasing your finger from the power switch, do not touch it until the power

indicator goes off or blinks

sound.

Standby/Hibernation Functions

z At the beep*1 sound, release your finger from the power switch. If you continue to

slide the power switch and hold it for more than four seconds, the computer will emit a

then power off. Data not previously saved will be lost.

When the speaker function is disabled, e.g., by the key combination Fn+F4, there will be no beep sound.

When Closing the Display

Setting

second beep Even when [When I press the power button on my computer] is set to [Shut down] with [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] [Advanced], if you slide the power switch for more than four seconds and do not

release it, a second beep not previously saved will be lost

will sound and the power will be turned off forcibly. Data

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], and then click [OK].

Entering the standby or hibernation mode

1 Close the display.

The computer will enter either the standby or hibernation mode, depending on the setting. z When entering the standby or hibernation mode, close the display correctly. If

you do not, (for example, if you open the display soon after you close it) the computer may not enter standby or hibernation mode

Standby/Hibernation Functions

Resuming Operation

CAUTION

z Until resuming is complete (requires about 15 seconds, or 60 seconds if connected to

a network, after the display returns), avoid the following:

• Touching the keyboard (except for password input), touch pad, or power switch

• Using external mouse or other peripheral devices

• Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor

• Closing or opening the display

• Shutting down or restarting Windows

• Entering either the standby or hibernation mode again

Using the Power Switch

1 Slide the power switch (A).

When Opening the Display

When [Stand by] or [Hibernate] is selected as the setting for [When I close the lid of my portable computer] (Î page 42), you can resume operation using the following procedure.

1 Open the display.

Even if the display is closed after the computer has entered either the standby or hibernation mode, operation will resume when the display is opened. If the computer does not resume when the display is opened, slide the power switch.

Security Measures

To prevent unauthorized access of your computer, the various security measures are provided below.

Situation Function to use

z You do not want the settings in the Setup

Utility to be changed

z You do not want your computer to be

used without your permission

z You do not want your computer to be

used without your permission

z You do not want the computer to resume

operation from standby or hibernation mode

z You do not want the data on the hard disk

to be read, or data to be written to the hard disk in cases including theft

z You want to prevent theft of your

computer

z Supervisor Password (Î page 45) z User Password (Î page 46)

z Password on boot (Î page 48)

z Windows Log-on Password (Î page 50)

z Hard Disk Lock (Î page 52)

z Security lock (⇒ Operating Instructions

"Names and Functions of Parts")

For this function to work correctly a “Supervisor Password” must be set.

NOTE

z Windows has a security function that differs from the above security measures. For

detailed information, refer to the Windows help.

z For security functions for the wireless LAN:Î page 114

CAUTION

z Do not forget your password!

• If the Supervisor Password is forgotten:

Contact your technical support office

• If the User Password is forgotten:

Ask a person who knows the Supervisor Password

• If the Windows log-on password is forgotten:

Computer administrator’s password: If you have created a password reset disk (⇒ Operating Instructions "First-time

Security Measures

Operation"), a message will be displayed when the wrong password is entered Reset the password according to the message. If you have not created a password reset disk, after reinstallation set up Windows and reset the password. Limited user’s password: Ask your system administrator

z When running the Setup Utility, do not leave your computer even for a short time, as

the possibility exists for the password to be set/changed by another person.

About entering a password

z Your password will not be displayed on the screen z Only up to seven alphanumeric characters can be used for Supervisor Password and

User Password

• There is no distinction between uppercase and lowercase letters

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

• Do not input your password while holding down on the

Shift

key or the

Ctrl

key

Using an SD memory card instead of entering a password

If you initialize a commercial SD memory card (SD Card Setup), you can start up the computer or log-on to Windows by setting the specified SD memory card.

Setting the Supervisor Password (enabling, changing, disabling)

If only a Supervisor Password has been set, other users cannot change the settings in the Setup Utility. If you want to prevent others from starting up the computer, after setting the password set [Password on boot] to [Enable].

1 Run the Setup Utility. (Î page 117)

2 Using either the Î key or the Í key, select [Security].

Security Measures

3 Using either the Ï key or the Ð key, select [Set Supervisor

Password] and press the

Enter

key.

4 Only when the Supervisor Password has been set:

Enter your password at [Enter Current Password] and press the

Enter your password at [Enter New Password] and press the

z To disable the Supervisor Password

Press only the

Enter

key

Enter

key.

6 Re-enter your password at [Confirm New Password] and press the

Enter

z To disable the Supervisor Password

key.

Press only the

Enter

key

7 At [Setup Notice], press the

8 Press the

F10

key and select [Yes], then press the

Enter

key.

Enter

key.

NOTE

z Disabling the Supervisor Password also disables the User Password

Setting the User Password (enabling, changing, disabling)

User Password is set when several people will be using this computer. For example, the system administrator sets the Supervisor Password and the User Password, and only advises the other users of the User Password. In this way, other users can be restricted from changing the Setup Utility.

Security Measures

NOTE

z When the Supervisor Password has not been set, the User Password cannot be set.

Set the Supervisor Password if you have not done so (Î page 45)

z To disable the User Password, start up the Setup Utility with the Supervisor Password

1 Run the Setup Utility. (Î page 117)

2 Using either the Î key or the Í key, select [Security].

3 Using either the Ï key or the Ð key, select [Set User Password] and

press the

Enter

key.

4 Only when the User Password has been set:

Enter your password at [Enter Current Password] and press the

Enter

key.

Enter your password at [Enter New Password] and press the

z To disable the User Password

Press only the

Enter

key

Enter

key.

6 Re-enter your password at [Confirm New Password] and press the

Enter

z To disable the User Password

7 At [Setup Notice], press the

key.

Press only the

Enter

key

Enter

key.

Security Measures

z When you do not want the User Password enabled or changed without

permission: Set [User Password Protection] using the following procedure:

A Using the Ï

Enter

Using either the Ï key or the Ð key, select [Protected] and press the

key and the Ð key, select [User Password Protection] and press the

key.

Enter

key.

8 Press the

F10

key and select [Yes], then press the

Enter

key.

When you do not want your computer to be used without permission

When [Password on boot] is set to [Enable], it is impossible to start the computer without knowing the password.

NOTE

z You cannot set [Password on boot] without setting the Supervisor Password. Set the

Supervisor Password if you have not done so (Î page 45)

z When starting up the Setup Utility, the password input screen will be displayed if a

Supervisor Password or Use Password has been set, even if [Password on boot] is set to [Disable]

Setting the Password on boot (enabling, disabling)

1 Run the Setup Utility. (Î page 117)

2 Using either the Î key or the Í key, select [Security].

3 Using either the Ï key or the Ð key, select [Password on boot] and

press the

Enter

key.

Security Measures

4 Select [Enable] or [Disable].

z To enable the Password on boot:

Using the Ï

z To disable the Password on boot

Using the Ï

key and the Ð key, select [Enable] and press the

key and the Ð key, select [Disable] and press the

Enter

key

5 Press the

F10

key and select [Yes], then press the

Starting Up When the Password on boot is Set

The screen shown at left is displayed.

Enter your password

z When the correct password is input, the computer will start z After 3 wrong password attempts have been made or there is no input for one minute, the

computer will power off

Supervisor Password or User Password set in the Setup Utility (not the Windows password).

and press the

Enter

key.

Enter

key.

Security Measures

Set the Windows Log-on Password

If the Windows log-on password is set, a password input screen will be displayed when you log-on to Windows. To set the password, it is necessary to first create a log-on user.

To set a password after the log-on user has been created, execute step steps

6-8. (Step 1 and steps 3-5 are not required.)

1 Log-on to Windows with full administrator authority.

2 Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts].

3 Click [Create a new account].

2, and then execute

4 Input the account name, and then click [Next].

5 Select an account type, and then click [Create Account].

Security Measures

6 Click on the account for which the password will be set.

z If you are logging on to Windows as a limited user, the screen of step 7 will be

displayed. Refer to step

7 Click [Create a password].

8 Input the password, and then click [Create Password].

NOTE

z If the check mark has been removed from [Prompt for password when computer

resumes from standby] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] [Power Options] - [Advanced], [Enter Password] does not appear when resuming from standby mode

Security Measures

When you do not want the data on the hard disk to be read/ written

When the Hard Disk Lock is set to [Enable], it is impossible to read/write data from/to the hard disk when the hard disk is inserted in a different computer, since a password is also set for the hard disk. When the hard disk is returned to the original computer, you can read and write data as before. In this case, however, make the settings in the Setup Utility exactly the same as they were before the hard disk was removed. It is possible to set the Hard Disk Lock even if [Password on boot] is set to [Disable], but we recommend that [Password on boot] be set to [Enable] for security reasons. (Note that this Hard Disk Lock does not guarantee complete protection of data.)

NOTE

z In the default setting, [Hard Disk Lock] is set to [Disable] z You cannot set [Hard Disk Lock] without setting the Supervisor Password. Set the

Supervisor Password if you have not done so (Î page 45)

z The hard disk lock function only works with the internal hard disk. This function does

not work with the external hard disk

Setting the Hard Disk Lock (enabling, disabling)

1 Run the Setup Utility. (Î page 117)

2 Using either the Î key or the Í key, select [Security].

3 Using either the Ï key or the Ð key, select [Hard Disk Lock] and

press the

Enter

key.

Security Measures

4 Select [Enable] or [Disable].

z To enable the Hard Disk Lock:

Select [Enable] and press the

z To disable the Hard Disk Lock:

Select [Disable] and press the

Enter

key. At [Caution], press the

key

Enter

key

5 Press the

F10

key and select [Yes], then press the

CAUTION

z If your computer requires repair:

• Be sure to set [Hard Disk Lock] to [Disable]

Enter

key.

SD-MovieStage

SD-MovieStage makes it possible to record the multimedia contents stored on your hard disk drive or various other media onto an SD memory card.

Setting Up the SD-MovieStage

1 Click [start] - [Run], input [c:\util\sdmovie\setup.exe], then click [OK].

Follow the onscreen instructions.

NOTE

z At [Choose Destination Location], do not change the destination folder z At [Select the Video System], click [NTSC] or [PAL]

Running the SD-MovieStage

CAUTION

z Be sure to log-on to Windows with the administrator authority when running the SD-

MovieStage

1 Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD-MovieStage] - [SD-

MovieStage].

NOTE

z The screensaver may not work while SD-MovieStage is running z For more detailed information, refer to the operation manual of the SD-MovieStage.

Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD-MovieStage] - [Manual]

DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive

Usage Precautions

Before using the drive

z Do not expose the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive to excessive smoke that may leave a

residue, e.g., oil smoke or tobacco smoke. Doing so could shorten the life of the drive lens

When opening/closing the disk cover

z When the computer is on, be sure to use the open lever on the left side of the computer or

perform the ejecting operation through Windows.

• When using B's Recorder or B's CLiP: Î page 73

z When closing the disk cover, press down near the power indicator (position of the

arrow) to ensure that the cover is locked

z Do not access the drive until after the disk cover is closed and the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW

drive status indicator is off

z To remove a disk when the disk 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.

z The disk cover can be opened up to an angle of 70 degrees. Do not force the cover open

any further. If a hand or other object touches the disk cover and accidentally opens it wider than 70 degrees, pull it forward slowly until the stopper holds the cover in its proper position

DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive

z Do not leave the disk cover in the open position or touch the lens.

Under some conditions, dust may build up on the lens, or on a disk. This may result in a read or write malfunction

z Be careful not to do any of the following when the disk cover is open:

• Do not close the display. Be sure to close the display only after confirming the disk cover is closed. If the disk cover is not closed, the LCD may become damaged

• Never insert foreign objects such as paper clips into the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive. Doing so could cause it to malfunction

z Insert the disk securely.

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

About recognition of media

z It may take about 30 - 40 seconds for an image recorded to a rewritable media to be

played back

While the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive is being accessed

z Do not open the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive or move the computer while the DVD-ROM

& CD-R/RW drive is being accessed Doing so could cause the disk to shift position. This may damage the disk, or cause the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive to malfunction. In addition, after running an application involving access to a disk, do not open the DVDROM & CD-R/RW drive until after the application has been closed

z Do not shock the computer by removing or inserting cables and cards, etc. This may

result in a read or write malfunction

z Do not apply excessive force to the disk cover

Cleaning

z We recommend cleaning the drive lens (B) with an air puffer used for camera lenses

(Do not use any spray lens cleaning products)

About CD Media

z Do not use disks that have become deformed, warped, or are not completely round z Depending on the condition (record quality, a crack, dirt, modification, copy protection,

disk maker used when creating the disk, etc.) of a disk, it may not be possible to be read it correctly

CDs supported in this computer

•DATA CD

• CD-TEXT • Photo-CD

Type and logo mark

CD-ROM

CD-R

Recordable

Functions available ({: yes; : no (disk specs))

Read Play

{

z CD-R in B’s CLiP

• CD-EXTRA

(To play, specific software is required.)

format cannot be read

•Audio-CD

• Video-CD

VIDEO CD

Write Rewrite z Writer software is required

(B’s Recorder/B’s CLiP has been installed in this computer)

{

z CD-R cannot be

written by using B’s CLiP in this computer. Use B’s Recorder

About CD Media

Type and logo mark

CD-RW

Functions available ({: yes; : no (disk specs))

Read Play

{

Write Rewrite z Writer software is required

(B’s Recorder/B’s CLiP has been installed in this computer)

{{

Be sure to use disks that conform to the proper write speeds (

page 59

)

About CD Media

When Using CD-R or CD-RW Disks

z When using CD-R or CD-RW disks, read the description on the disk package.

When writing to CD-R/RW disks

z To write CD-R/RW disks, CD-R/RW writer software is required. "B's Recorder" and "B's

CLiP" are installed at the time of purchase. (Î page 73)

z Be sure to use disks conforming to the proper writing speeds. (Depending on the disk, the

writing speed may slow down.)

CD-R writing speed 600 KB/s (4X speed)

CD-RW writing speed 600 KB/s (4X speed)

High-Speed CD-RW writing speed 600 KB/s (4X speed)

Ultra-Speed CD-RW writing speed

1200 KB/s (8X speed) 1200 KB - 2400 KB/s (8-16X speed) 1200 KB - 3600 KB/s (8-24X speed)

1200 KB/s (8X speed) 1500 KB/s (10X speed)

1200 KB/s (8X speed) 1500 KB/s (10X speed) 1200 KB - 2400 KB/s (8-16X speed)

Does not accommodate 24X speed rewriting.

z For a long write/rewrite operation, be sure to connect the AC adaptor. If the battery power

runs low and the power of the computer is cut, the write operation may fail

z Depending on the quality of the disk, the write operation may fail. We recommend using

any of the following disks

Recommended Disks:

•CD-R HITACHI MAXELL, Ltd. MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd. MITSUI CHEMICALS, Inc. RICOH Co., Ltd. TAIYO YUDEN Co., Ltd.

About CD Media

To Avoid Damaging Disks

z Do not touch the data surface (the side opposite the side with the title printed on it). This

z Do not allow disks to become dirty or scratched z Do not place or store disks in locations exposed to heat, direct sunlight, humidity or dust z Do not write on the surface of the disk with a ballpoint pen or other writing instrument, nor

z Do not drop, bend, or place heavy objects on top of disks z If the disk is moved from the cold to a warm environment, moisture may form on the disk.

z Cleaning the disk using a disk cleaner is recommended once every 2 or 3 months

• CD-RW /High-Speed CD-RW MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd. RICOH Co., Ltd.

• Ultra-Speed CD-RW MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd.

can cause the disk to become dirty or scratched

paste paper to it

Wipe this moisture off with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth before use

About DVD Media

z Do not use disks that have become deformed, warped, or are not completely round z Depending on the condition (record quality, a crack, dirt, modification, copy protection,

DVD recorder or disk maker used when creating the disk, etc.) of a disk, it may not be possible to be read it correctly

DVDs supported in this computer

•DATA DVD

•DVD-VR

Type and logo mark

DVD-ROM Data

Video

DVD-R

z 3.95G z 4.7G For

General

z 4.7G For

Authoring

DVD-RAM

z 2.6G z 5.2G z 4.7G z 9.4G

Data

Video

Data

•DVD-Video

Functions available ({: yes; ×: no; : no (disk specs))

Read / Play z Software is required to play DVD videos

(WinDVD has been installed in this computer)

Write / Rewrite

{ {

{

Write

Rewrite

{

z Finalize (Î page 62) using DVD recorder.

{

z Only non-cartridge disks or removable cartridge

disks can be used.

{

z Only non-cartridge disks or removable cartridge

disks can be used.

About DVD Media

Type and logo mark

DVD-RW

z 4.7G z 9.4G

z Video: A DVD recorded in DVD-Video format (the same recording media as a commercial

DVD-Video)

z VR: A DVD recorded in DVD Video Recording format (the basic recording format used in

DVD disks that enable additional recording, as in the case of repeated recording or editing)

z Finalizing:

“Finalizing” refers to processing that enables playback of recorded DVD-R or other media on a compatible playback device. To confirm finalizing methods, refer to the operating instructions for your DVD Recorder

z DVD-Audio cannot be played back on WinDVD (Î page 67) z Media in which digital broadcasts have been recorded using copyright management

technologies such as CPPM (Content Protection for Prerecorded Media) or CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) cannot be played back

Data

Video

Functions available ({: yes; ×: no; : no (disk specs))

Read / Play z Software is required to play DVD videos

(WinDVD has been installed in this computer)

Write / Rewrite

{

z Finalize (see below) using DVD recorder

{

z Finalize (see below) using DVD recorder z To play using WinDVD, log-on to Windows with

the administrator authority

z DVD-RW recorded in the VR format cannot be

handled using Windows (Explorer, etc.) (A message may appear, for example, indicating that the disk is damaged)

About DVD Media

When Using DVD-ROM Disks

z DVD playback software is required to play DVD-Video or MPEG2 files. WinDVD is

installed at the time of purchase (Î page 67)

About Regions Setting

The DVD-Video has a region code that is fixed according to the region where it is sold. In order to play a DVD-Video, the region code of the player software and of the drive must match that of the DVD-Video.

Example: For U.S.A. and Canada: "1" For Europe: "2" For Southeast Asia (including Hong Kong and Taiwan): "3"

This drive's region code is not set at the time of purchase. Therefore, operations will differ depending on the first DVD-Video played.

z In the case of a DVD-Video with a specific region code:

The drive will automatically be set with the same region code as the DVD-Video

z In the case of any other DVD-Video:

[Confirm Region] appears. Select region code and click [OK]. Play may now begin. ([Confirm Region] may not be displayed for some DVD-Videos. To confirm the current region code and the number of settings remaining, right-click on the WinDVD screen and click [Setup] - [Region])

CAUTION

z The region code can be set a total of five times, including the initial setting. Proceed

very carefully, because after the fifth change has been made, the region code set last is fixed and no further changes can be made

z The user must assume responsibility for any problems that result from illegally

changing or altering the region code

About DVD Media

To Avoid Damaging Disks

z Do not touch the data surface (the side opposite the side with the title printed on it). This

z Do not drop, bend, or place heavy objects on top of disks z If the disk is moved from the cold to a warm environment, moisture may form on the disk.

z Cleaning the disk using a disk cleaner is recommended once every 2 or 3 months

NOTE

z [Confirm Region] will also be displayed if a DVD-Video with one region code is

inserted into a drive for which another region code has already been set

can cause the disk to become dirty or scratched

paste paper to it

Wipe this moisture off with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth before use

Inserting a Disk

CAUTION

z When inserting or removing a disk, be careful not to touch the drive lens

1 Slide the open lever (A) while the computer's power is on.

The disk cover will open slightly.

2 Raise the disk cover a little.

The disk cover will open up to about 70 degrees. Do not force it open any wider.

3 Insert/Remove a disk.

z Inserting

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

Inserting a Disk

z Removing

Hold down on the center spindle (C) and gently lift up on the edge of the disk.

4 Close the disk cover.

NOTE

z When using B's Recorder or B’s CLiP: Î page 73 z If a hand is on the disk cover or the display is closed, and the disk cover cannot open,

the drive will not be accessed correctly. In this case, open and close the disk cover once, and then re-attempt access

z If the vibration of the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive is excessive, check to see if the

disk is inserted correctly, and check that the disk is in good condition. If the disk is good and inserted correctly, set [CD/DVD Drive Speed] to [Low] in the Setup Utility. Or, when writing to a disk using B's Recorder, you can minimize vibration while writing by setting the writing speed at [8x] or less

z For AutoPlay CDs:

• If an AutoPlay CD does not start after the computer resumes from the standby or

hibernation modes, remove the disk from the drive, then reinsert the disk again after a 15 second wait

• An AutoPlay CD may start during file access, depending on the status of the disk

z When playing back movies from a disk, note that smooth playback may not be

possible in some cases

Power-saving Mode

If the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive has not been accessed within 30 seconds, the drive motor will automatically shut down to reduce the power consumption. When the DVD-ROM & CDR/RW drive is accessed once again, the power of the drive motor is turned on. However, approximately 30 seconds are required until data is actually read from the disk.

Watching DVD Video

WinDVD is a software application for DVD playback. Here you will find explanations and general information on precautions to take, and how to access the online manual. Refer to the online manual for the detailed use of the software application. (Î page 68)

Running WinDVD

You can run WinDVD using either of the following procedures:

z Double-click the icon on the desktop z Click [start] - [All Programs] - [InterVideo WinDVD] - [InterVideo WinDVD]

Usage Precautions

 Do not start WinDVD under the following conditions:

z While the hard disk drive indicator is blinking immediately after the computer is turned

on.

While WinDVD is running, do not perform the following:

z Entering the standby or hibernation mode z Switching the display by pressing the

If performing the operations described above, shut down WinDVD, then restart.

+ F3 key

 During video playback, do not perform the following:

z Ejecting the disk z Using other applications or the Command Prompt z Changing the settings of the screen properties

If performing the operations described above, shut down WinDVD, then restart.

Watching DVD Video

Take steps to ensure that no other player software is allowed to

coexist with WinDVD.

z It may not be possible to play images properly if any player software other than WinDVD is

installed. There are some DVD-Videos available on the market that work by installing their own player software. In the case of such a DVD, be absolutely sure to abort the installation of the player software as soon as the installation start screen appears. If the software is installed by mistake and the images cannot be played properly, take the following action and see if it remedies the situation:

• Specify WinDVD if the DVD’s player software settings enable WinDVD to be specified for playing the DVD

• Uninstall the DVD’s player software other than WinDVD which has been installed (Refer to the DVD-Video’s instructions for the name of the player software to be uninstalled.) Uninstall the player software by clicking [start] - [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs]

How to Access the Online Manual

After starting WinDVD, you can access the Online Manual using either of the following procedures.

z Click "?" on the WinDVD control panel

z Right-click on the WinDVD screen and click [Help]

Watching DVD Video

SUPPORT INFORMATION z 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, contact InterVideo, Inc. URL:http://www.intervideo.com/ E-mail address: support@intervideo.com

Information for WinDVD

 If you maximize the video display window:

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

To adjust the volume:

z Use the WinDVD control panel.

• While WinDVD is running, the volume setting may return to the volume adjusted with the WinDVD when you pause, fast-forward, fast-reverse or skip between chapters. Priority is given to the volume adjusted by WinDVD, even if the volume is adjusted using the

• After shutting down WinDVD, the volume and mute settings adjusted with the WinDVD will return to the original settings

+ F5 / F6 key or the icon on the notification area

Watching DVD Video

To have DVD video and MPEG files played back automatically

on WinDVD:

z Remove the check mark from [DVD Video] and [Movie file (mpeg)] on screen A or B on

the left.

A. When starting up Windows

screens will be displayed.

B. After starting up Windows

[Tools] - [Options] - [File Types] is clicked.

Media Player for the first time, one of the setting

Media Player, the screen will be displayed when

 When the number of display colors is increased, a message

appears and the DVD cannot be played

z Reduce the number of display colors

Before playing a DVD-Video, [Confirm Region] appears.

z Refer to “About Regions Setting” (Î page 63)

Frame dropping may occur (images or sounds are disrupted)

z Immediately after resuming from a pause, frame dropping may occur depending on the

operating environment or DVD video (images or sounds are disrupted)

Watching DVD Video

 If you cannot play the disk contents smoothly:

z In the case of some operating environments or DVD videos, playback may not be smooth,

or audio may become distorted when using fast-forward ("time stretch")

z The display may flicker, depending on the disk. In this case, delete the check mark for

[Use Hardware Decode Acceleration] using step B described above

z In the Extended Desktop or simultaneous (internal/external) display mode, there are times

when images or video are not displayed correctly

z If the DVD video software other than WinDVD has been installed, the images and videos

may not be displayed properly (Î page 68)

When the playback screen appears too white:

z Right-click on the WinDVD screen, and click [Setup] - [Video] to display the [Color Preset]

setting screen, and then set [Color Preset] to [Custom].

To change color settings in WinDVD, click on the WinDVD control panel, click [Color], and set [Brightness], [Contrast], and [Color] on the sub-panel

A Right-click on the WinDVD screen, click [Setup] - [Video]. B Confirm that the check mark is added to [Use Hardware Decode Acceleration]

and [Use Hardware Color Acceleration].

When battery operation time has become short:

z Set [Deinterlace] to [Auto]. If this is set to [Advanced], the CPU usage rate increases, and

more battery power is consumed.

(Click on the WinDVD control panel, then click [Display] to show the sub-panel for changing the [Deinterlace] setting)

Before using the capture function in WinDVD

z First, remove the check mark from [Use Hardware Decode Acceleration].

(To display the [Use Hardware Decode Acceleration] setting screen, right-click on the WinDVD screen, and click [Setup] - [Video])

Watching DVD Video

If you have uninstalled WinDVD accidentally:

z Reinstall it by following the steps below

A Log-on to Windows with the administrator authority. B Set the Product Recovery DVD-ROM in the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive.

C Input [d:\windvd\setup.exe]

Follow the onscreen instructions and install WinDVD. z When the [License Agreement] screen

the terms

"d:" is the drive letter of the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive. Change this to match the drive letter on your own computer.

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

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

Play of a DVD Created with the DVD Recorder

Playable DVD media: DVD-Video, DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW However, the following restrictions apply: z In order to play DVD-R and DVD-RW, they must be finalized (a process that enables it to

play on other DVD players, etc.). For information on the finalizing method used by your DVD recorder, refer to its operating instructions

z DVD-RW recorded in the VR format can be played with the administrator authority only z Depending on the DVD recorder or the manufacturer of the media used for creation, it

may not be playable

z Media in which digital broadcasts have been recorded using copyright management

technologies such as CPPM (Content Protection for Prerecorded Media) or CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) cannot be played back

z Also, refer to "DVDs supported in this computer" (Î page 61)

appears, click [Yes] if you agree to

Writing to CDs

"B's Recorder" and "B's CLiP" are CD recording software applications developed by B.H.A Corporation. Following is general information about B's Recorder and B's CLiP and how to access the online manual. Refer to the online manual for detailed use of the software application. (Î page 75)

Applicable Media

z CD-R*1 (one-time recordable CD media) z CD-RW (rewritable CD media)

Applicable only for B's Recorder. Cannot read from or write to CD-R disk using B's CLiP.

About Copies

When writing to disks, 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.

Running B's Recorder/B's CLiP

B's Recorder

You can run B's Recorder using either of the following procedures:

z Double-click the icon on the desktop z Click [start] - [All Programs] - [B.H.A] - [B's Recorder GOLD BASIC] - [B's Recorder GOLD

BASIC]

B's CLiP

B's CLiP runs when the computer starts up, and the icon or the icon is displayed on the notification area.

Usage Precautions

z When formatting a disk with B's CLiP:

• Right-click on the icon or the icon and then click [Format] Use disks formatted by B’s CLiP only

Writing to CDs

• After formatting the disk, if the disk does not mount (is not recognized), remove it, and insert it again

• Eject the formatted disks as described below

z When ejecting the disk while the icon is displayed on the notification area:

• Right-click the icon and click [Eject]. Only eject disks as described above.

• If you cannot eject the disk even after attempting the operation described above, shut down Windows. After the power is 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 it in the direction of the arrow

z Be sure to shut down B's Recorder before logging off Windows z Do not use the Fast User Switching function

If this function is used, the icon or the icon will no longer be shown on the notification area after the switching is complete, and B's Recorder cannot be used. If this happens, log-off all users, and then log-on to Windows with the user you want to use

z Do not add the check mark for [Enable CD recording on this drive] in [Properties] -

[Recording] of the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive

Writing to CDs

How to Access the Online Manual

B's Recorder

Click [start] - [All Programs] - [B.H.A] - [B's Recorder GOLD BASIC] - [DOC] - [User's Manual].

 B's CLiP

Click [start] - [All Programs] - [B.H.A] - [B's CLiP] - [User's Manual].

Notes During Use

z Cannot read from or write to CD-R disk using B's CLiP z Refer to “When Using CD-R or CD-RW Disks” for information about recommended disks

(Î page 59)

z When B's Recorder is finished writing, the disk cover opens automatically. You can

change the settings for B's Recorder so that the disk cover does not open automatically. If you click [OK] after writing, however, the disk cover will open regardless of the settings

z If a hand is on the disk cover and the disk cover cannot open, the drive will not be

accessed correctly. In this case, restart the computer

z If you uninstall the software accidentally, also re-install it following the steps below

A Log-on to Windows with the administrator authority. B Set the Product Recovery DVD-ROM in the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive.

C Click [start] - [Run] and input [d:\bha\setup.exe]

Follow the onscreen instructions.

• When the message that requires the serial number appears during the installation, input the serial number that is located under "Dealing with Problems (Summary)" / "Troubleshooting” in the Operating Instructions

• When the installation is complete, the display will say that the computer should be restarted after removing the disk, nevertheless, be sure to restart it without removing the Product Recovery DVD-ROM

"d:" is the drive letter of the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive. Change this to match the drive letter on your own computer.

, then click [OK].

Writing to CDs

SUPPORT INFORMATION z If B’s Recorder and B's CLiP do 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 B.H.A. URL: http://www.bhacorp.com/ http://www.bha.co.jp/ (In Japanese) E-mail addresses: U.S./Canada/Australia (English, French): BHAxpsupport@bhacorp.com Europe (English, German, French): eurosupport@bhacorp.com Asia (Chinese): asiasupport@bhacorp.com

PC Cards

This slot conforms to the PC Card Standard; therefore, communications and SCSI devices may be utilized. There are three types of card, differentiated by their thickness: Type I (3.3 mm), Type II (5.0 mm), and Type III (10.5 mm). The slot allows you to use one Type I or Type II card.

CAUTION

z Check the PC Cards' specifications. To avoid damage, be sure the total operating

current does not exceed the specified limit Allowable Current: 3.3 V: 400 mA, 5 V: 400 mA

z ZV card, SRAM card, FLASH ROM card (except for an ATA interface) and cards

requiring 12V are not supported

z With the repeated insertion/removal of a PC Card, the computer may no longer

recognize the PC Card (depending on the type of card). In such cases, restart the computer

z If the computer freezes after resuming from the standby or hibernation mode, try

removing and then reinserting the PC Card. If this does not correct the problem, restart the computer

PC Cards

Inserting/Removing the PC Card

Inserting a PC Card

1 Simply slide the PC Card right-side-up until it snaps into place.

Refer to each card’s operating instructions for proper insertion.

CAUTION

z When using a PC Card to connect a peripheral device (SCSI, IEEE 1394, etc.), install

following the procedures below. Here is one example.

A Connect the peripheral device to the card. B Turn the device on. C Slide the card in until it snaps into place.

z When inserting a card, do not force the card in if difficulty is encountered. Depending

on the shape of the card, a segment may remain protruding from the slot after insertion. Do not try to force the card all the way in. Doing so may damage the slot, making it impossible to remove the card

PC Cards

Removing a PC Card

CAUTION

z Do not remove a PC Card while your computer is in the standby or hibernation mode z 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] menu, then remove the card

1 Disable the card function.

A Double-click the icon on the notification area, click the PC Card, then click

[Stop].

B Click [OK] on the [Stop a Hardware device] screen.

(When the PC Card has been removed after the computer is turned off, this step is not necessary.)

2 Press the button (A), and then press the button (A) again. (The PC

card will protrude slightly.)

3 Slide the PC Card out.

NOTE

z If the button is sticking out, press it back to its original position

SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card

Both the SD memory card and the MultiMedia card can be used in this computer.

SD Memory Card

The SD memory card may be used in the following ways:

z Storing files, etc. z Exchanging data with devices equipped with an SD memory card slot z Writing music data (checkout) to the card and listening to the music

• The SD memory card has a copyright protection function which is compatible with content on-demand services on the Internet, etc.

z Use instead of entering a password. (Î page 85)

You can insert an SD memory card instead of entering a password to start your computer or log-on to Windows

Formats for SD memory cards

z Although your SD memory card has been formatted prior to purchase, when you re-

format, use SD memory card format software. (Do not use [Format] of Windows.) Formatting software can be downloaded from our web site. Address: http://panasonic.jp/support/audio/sd/download/sd_formatter_e.html

z When using the SD memory card with other peripheral devices, format the SD memory

card using the peripheral device. For details, refer to the device’s instruction manual

Data transfer rate

z The transfer rate using the SD memory card slot on this computer is 2MB*1 per second

The transfer rate is 2MB high-speed transfer rates

This is a theoretical value, and differs from actual speeds.

per second, even if you use an SD memory card that supports

Important handling and storage information

z Always store the SD memory card in its case after removing it from a computer z Do not:

• Take the SD memory card apart or try to modify it

• Hit, bend, or drop the card; or allow it to get wet

SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card

• Touch the metal terminals with your hands or with metal

• Remove the labels on the card / Attach other labels or seals to the card

z Do not leave the card in the following locations:

• Locations that can become very hot, like inside a car in direct sunlight

• Dusty locations or locations that are very humid

• Locations subject to corrosive gas, etc.

When logging on to Windows/ resuming from standby or

hibernation mode

z Do not remove or insert the SD memory card until Windows has completed loading z After resuming from standby or hibernation mode, do not access the SD memory card for

about 30 seconds

Protecting important data

z Set the write-protect switch (A) to the LOCK position. Unlock the switch when you want to

record (checkout), edit, or save data

z Use an oil-base felt-tip pen to write in the memo area (B) on the card. Do not use a pencil

or ball-point pen. Doing so can damage the card body or destroy data stored in the card

z Do not remove the card or turn off the device:

• While data is being read from the card

• While data is being written to the card, or for a short time after the writing operation

• While the SD memory card indicator is lit

(Note that Panasonic assumes absolutely no liability for any loss of data recorded by the user, or any other damages, direct or indirect) During these operations removing the card can destroy data stored in the card

z We recommend backing up important data to another storage medium z When disposing of cards, we recommend that you physically destroy the card (for

example, by using a hammer) to prevent personal or confidential data from being leaked

SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card

MultiMedia Card (MMC)

The MultiMedia card can be used for:

z Storing files, etc. z Exchanging data with devices equipped with a MultiMedia card slot

This computer may be unable to use MultiMedia cards under some conditions; for example, if the MultiMedia card has been formatted using certain peripheral devices.

Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card

Inserting the Card

1 Insert the card firmly with the label side facing up and with the cut

corner in front.

z Make sure you insert the card in the proper direction. Improper insertion may

result in damage to the card or slot

2 Click on the desired Windows operation.

z The screen on the left is an example z When the screen on the left is not displayed, it can be activated by doing the

following:

A Click [start] - [My Computer]. B Right-click [Removable Disk] on SD memory card /MultiMedia Card, and then

click [Properties].

C Click [AutoPlay].

SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card

D Select the “Content” type, then click [Prompt me each time to choose an action],

and then click [OK].

Removing the Card

1 Confirm the SD memory card indicator turns off completely.

z Do not remove the card while data is being read from or written to the card z The computer may continue to access the card for some length of time after

operations such as writing to the card. If you try to remove the card before the operation is completed, important data may be damaged, or it may not be possible to properly access the card the next time it is inserted

2 When you press the card, it will stick out of the slot. Now pull it all the

way out.

z If you try to force the card out of the slot while it is locked in place, the card or

slot may be damaged

SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card

Changing the SD Memory Card Drive Letter

To change the SD memory card/MultiMedia card drive letter, use the SD Drive Letter Change Tool with the following procedure. Even if no SD memory card/MultiMedia card has been connected, a drive letter will still be displayed as "Removable Disk" in Explorer and other programs.

NOTE

z Log-on to Windows with the administrator authority z The drive letter for A: Drive, B: Drive, C: Drive, and Z: Drive cannot be changed

How to install the SD Drive Letter Name Change Tool

A Click [start] - [Run]. B Input [c:\util\chgsddrv\setup.exe] and click [OK], then follow the onscreen

instructions.

How to change drive letter

A Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD Drive Letter Change Tool].

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

SD Memory Card Security Function

When you initialize an SD memory card, you can insert it, instead of entering a password, in the following cases.

z When starting the computer z When logging on to Windows/

resuming from the standby or hibernation mode, or while the screensaver is active

Windows log-on screen

Set the SD memory card Set the SD memory card

Windows log-on screen appears Windows desktop appears

NOTE

z Without using the SD memory card, you can also start your computer or log-on to

Windows by entering the correct password

z This security function can only be used with SD memory cards. The security function

cannot be used with MultiMedia cards

Before Initialization (SD Card Setup)

z To use when starting the computer:

Set the Supervisor Password in the Setup Utility (Î page 45). You can also set it during the initialization procedure

z To use when logging on to Windows/resuming from the standby or hibernation

mode, or while the screensaver is active:

The Windows log-on user and password must be set in [Control Panel] in advance (Î page 50)

NOTE

z Use the formatted SD memory card (Î page 80)

SD Memory Card Security Function

z This security function only works in the SD memory card slot. It does not work in

devices such as an SD card reader connected through a USB connection

z An SD memory card with the settings can be used as an ordinary memory card in

other devices as well

z You can set the security function on a single SD memory card for multiple computers

Note, however, that if the card is used when logging on to Windows, all of the computers must use the same log-on user and password as those on the SD memory card

Initialization (SD Card Setup)

1 Log-on to Windows with the administrator authority.

2 Insert the SD memory card in the SD memory card slot.

When [Removable disk] appears, click [Take no action], then click [OK].

3 Start the SD card setup program.

Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD Card Setup]. z If an SD memory card has not been inserted, the screen on the left will be

displayed. Insert an SD memory card and click [Retry]

4 Click [Next] in the Welcome screen.

SD Memory Card Security Function

5 Choose the key (SD memory card) setting method (A).

z [Leave set]

To leave the SD memory card in place instead of entering a password (The card may be removed after the computer or Windows is started.)

z [Set and eject]

To set and eject the SD memory card instead of entering a password The setting method is set separately for each computer. Different SD memory cards may not use different setting methods on the same computer.

If you use a different method between starting the computer and logging on to Windows: In this screen, you can set the setting method for logging on to Windows. To set the method when starting the computer, run the Setup Utility and change the setting of [SD Setting Method] in the [Security] menu after completing the SD Card Setup. (Î page 124)

6 Make the settings according to their intended.

z To use when starting the computer

An SD memory card will be registered with the computer (Up to two cards can be registered)

SD Memory Card Security Function

A Add the check mark for [Use when starting computer] (B) and click [Next].

B Click [Restart the computer after entering settings], then click [Finish].

C Enter the Supervisor Password.

z If the Supervisor Password has been set

Enter the Supervisor Password, then click [OK]

z If the Supervisor Password has not been set

Follow the onscreen instructions to set the Supervisor Password. Enter the Supervisor Password, then press the

Reenter the Supervisor Password for confirmation, then click [OK].

Click [Yes] on the confirmation screen. Supervisor Password and [Password on boot] in the [Security] menu of the Setup Utility will be set to be enabled (Î page 124)

Tab

key.

SD Memory Card Security Function

z To use when logging on to Windows

The Windows log-on user name and password set in [Control Panel] are registered in the SD memory card. After making this setting, the following functions will be disabled.

z Displaying the Welcome screen

z The Fast User Switching function

z Remote desktop connection

A Add the check mark for [Use when logging on to Windows] (C) and click

[Next].

B Click [Restart the computer after entering settings], then click [Finish].

SD Memory Card Security Function

C Set the Windows log-on user name and password.

Enter the user name, then press the

Enter the password, then press the

Reenter the password for confirmation.

z [Do not check the user name]

When you add the check mark for [Do not check the user name], register on the SD memory card without checking whether or not the input user name has been set on this computer. For example, if different user names have been set on multiple computers, as in the case of a company, it requires a lot of work to register the user name on each individual SD memory card for each computer. If the check mark is on, user names for other computers can be registered on the SD memory card

• When user names for other computers have been registered: When restarting the computer after completing the settings, enter the Windows user name and password to log-on to Windows without using the SD memory card

Tab

key.

Click [OK].

Click [Yes] on the confirmation screen

A [Private] folder will be created in the SD memory card, and a Windows log-on user name and password will be registered. Do not delete [Private] folder. Doing so will cancel [Use when logging on to Windows].

z To use both when starting the computer and when logging on to Windows

Add the check mark to both [Use when starting computer] and [Use when logging on to Windows], and input Supervisor Password, user name, and other information according to the instructions on the screen (Î page 86)

SD Memory Card Security Function

If the Function fails to Operate Correctly

z The computer does not respond properly when you insert the SD memory card.

Remove the card and wait a few seconds, then reinsert it. Or, enter each password

z The SD memory card indicator is blinking.

Enter the password through the keyboard without removing the SD memory card. A software application, etc. may be accessing the SD memory card

z The password input screen and the Windows log-on screen do not appear.

If [Leave set] was selected as the setting method:

• If an SD memory card is already inserted when starting the computer, each screen does not appear when the computer is started

• If an SD memory card is already inserted when resuming from the standby or hibernation mode, or while the screensaver is active, reinsert it

When logging on to Windows / When resuming from the standby or hibernation mode, or the screensaver

z If [Set and eject] was selected as the setting method:

Insert the SD memory card, then eject it after you hear a beep indicating card recognition (When the speaker function is disabled, e.g., by the key combination no beep sound)

Fn+F4

, there will be

Change the Settings

After you run the SD Card Setup program once, the setup screen that appears the next time you run it will be different.

1 Start the SD card setup program. (Î page 86, steps1-3)

The current settings will be displayed.

2 Change the settings.

A. Setting for this computer

You can change the settings registered in this computer.

SD Memory Card Security Function

z [Use the SD card when starting the computer]

This setting can also be changed on the [Security] menu of the Setup Utility. (Î page 124)

• If you add the check mark: An SD memory card can be used when starting the computer.

• If you remove the check mark: All SD memory cards currently registered on this computer will be unusable when starting this computer. Remove the check mark if there is a possibility of unauthorized card being used by another person (e.g., if you lose an SD memory card). To use the SD memory card again, add the check mark for [Use when starting the computer] under [Setting for this SD card]. It will be registered with the computer again

z [Use the SD card when logging on to Windows]

• If you add the check mark: The SD memory card can be used when logging on to Windows

• If you remove the check mark: You will not be able to log-on to Windows by inserting an SD memory card with a set password

B. Setting for this SD card

You can initialize (SD Card Setup) the SD memory card currently inserted, or change its settings via the “SD Card Setup”. If no SD memory cards are inserted, none of the fields under [Setting for this SD card] can be selected. z [Use when starting the computer]

• If you add the check mark: This SD memory card can be used when starting the computer. A check mark is also added automatically in [Use the SD card when starting the computer]

• If you remove the check mark: All SD memory cards currently registered on this computer will be unusable when starting this computer

z [Use when logging on to Windows]

• If you add the check mark: This SD memory card can be used when logging on to Windows

• If you remove the check mark: The user name and password will be erased from the SD memory card and the card will no longer be usable when logging on to Windows

SD Memory Card Security Function

z [User name and password]

• You can change the Windows log-on user name and password which are set in the SD memory card.

• When the set user name appears, enter the password and click [OK]. Then enter the new user name and password

• [User name and password] can not be selected if the check mark is not added to [Use when logging on to Windows]

3 Click [OK].

Operation differs, depending on the setting. z If you add the check mark for [Use the SD card when starting the computer]:

Step C of [To use when starting the computer] in step

z If you remove the check mark for [Use the SD card when starting the computer]:

A Enter the password and click [OK]. B At the confirmation message [The SD card information registered in the Setup

Utility will be erased...], click [Yes].

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z If you add the check mark for [Use when logging on to Windows]:

Step C of [To use when logging on to Windows] in step

z If you remove the check mark from [Use when logging on to Windows]:

A Enter the password and click [OK]. B At the confirmation message [The user name and password registered in the

SD card will be erased...], click [Yes].

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4 Restart the computer.

External Display

You can connect an external display to use a large screen, or connect an LCD projector to give a presentation. For explanations of display mode terminology, refer to “Read Me First” (Î page 2).

1 Power off your computer.

(⇒ Operating Instructions "Starting Up/Shutting Down") z Do not connect or disconnect devices while the computer is in standby or

hibernation mode.

2 Connect the external display to the external display port (A) on your

computer.

3 Turn on the external display, then turn on your computer.

4 Change the display destination.

There are two methods to change the display destination. Do not change the display destination using any method other than the following ones.

z Press the

z Use [Intel(R) 82852/82855 MG/GME Graphics Controller] screen

A Click [start] - [Control Panel], and from the [See Also] area click [Other Control

Panel Options] as shown at left.

Fn+F3

• Extended Desktop switching cannot be used

• Do not press any keys or slide the power switch until the display destination has changed completely

key. (Î page 17)

B Click [Intel(R) Extreme Graphics] - [Devices].

External Display

C Click the display destination, and then click [Apply].

• When the screen is displayed to an external display: [Monitor]

• When the screen is displayed to the internal LCD: [Notebook]

• When the screen is displayed to a simultaneous display: [Intel(R) Dual Display Clone]

• When Extended Desktop mode is set: [Extended Desktop] (Î page 96)

5 Set the number of colors, resolution, etc.

If simultaneous display or Extended Desktop is selected, click [Device Settings] to make the settings.

NOTE

z The display destination after resuming from hibernation mode or after restarting may

differ from the display destination before entering hibernation mode or before restarting

z Simultaneous display and display destination switching cannot be used while

[Command Prompt] is set to "Full Screen"

z When the external display is used alone, set the number of colors, resolution, or

refresh rate to suit the external display. These settings differ when the internal LCD is used alone or with an external display simultaneously

z When the computer is set to display on both the internal LCD and the external display,

DVD-Video, MPEG files and other video files may not be played back smoothly. Carefully read the operating instructions of the external display

External Display

Extended Desktop

Click [Extended Desktop] ( Î page 95, step C), and make the settings for [Primary Device] and [Secondary Device].

z When connecting a monitor that does not conform to the Plug & Play standards:

Either select the correct external display driver use in the following menu, or use the driver disk that was supplied with your monitor

A Display [Intel(R) 82852/82855 GM/GME Graphics Controller Properties].

Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Appearance and Themes] - [Display].

B Click [Settings] - [Advanced] - [Monitor] - [Properties] - [Driver] - [Update Driver].

z If a picture is not displayed properly:

A Display [Intel(R) 82852/82855 GM/GME Graphics Controller Properties]. (Refer to

step A above.)

B Click [Settings] - [Advanced] - [Troubleshoot], and lower the level of [Hardware

acceleration].

Click , select the display from the menu, and then click [OK].

z The pop-up window displayed by the

device

z Do not switch the display destination by pressing the

Desktop] is being used

z Do not change this setting using other screens. The window may not be displayed

properly

key combination is shown only on the primary

Fn+F3

key when [Extended

NOTE

z There are some applications that cannot be used in the Extended Desktop z When the button to maximize a window is pressed, one of the displays will show the

maximized display

z A window that has been maximized cannot be moved to the other display

External Display

Precautions

When the application running is not shown on the display, refer

to the following items.

z When the application is in the external display or after the application is closed in the

external display, there are times the application will not be shown in the display when executed the next time if the position of the extended display is changed or the Extended Desktop is closed

When there is no display after the position of the extended display is changed:

The application running is displayed at the position of the extended display before the change. Return the position of the extended display to the condition before the change. Move the application to the internal LCD, and then correct the position of the extended display.

When there is no display when the Extended Desktop is disabled:

The application running is being displayed in the external display. Set the Extended Desktop again, move the application from the external display to the internal LCD and then disable the Extended Desktop.

To prevent images from being burned onto the external display

z Manually shut off the power to the external display when not in use

When the display domain for the Extended Desktop is changed,

the wallpaper and icons may become displaced.

z Wallpaper: Change the setting for the wallpaper z Icons: Right-click on the desktop, and click [Arrange Icons By] - [Auto Arrange]

External Display

When an animated pointer is used for the mouse pointer (e.g.,

when changing the theme in [Appearance and Themes] of [Control Panel])

z An error may occur when resuming from the standby or hibernation mode. In such cases,

change the mouse pointer to the standard pointer with the following procedure:

A Display [Mouse Properties].

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

B Click [Pointers]. C Click [None] in [Scheme], then click [OK].

USB Devices

Connecting/Removing USB Devices

Connecting USB Devices

1 Connect the USB device to the USB port (A) on your computer,

referring to the operating instructions of the USB device.

You may need to install drivers compatible with the operating system you are using for your USB devices. Follow the onscreen instructions and refer to the operating instructions for USB devices to install the driver.

NOTE

z USB devices may be connected or removed without turning off the computer's power z When a USB device is connected, there are instances when the standby or

hibernation function will not operate normally due to the USB device. In addition, a USB device may have to be removed temporarily and the computer restarted when the computer is unable to start up properly

z Some devices will not operate when connected to a USB HUB; these devices must be

connected directly to the USB port on your computer

z Depending on the USB device being connected, the computer may not recognize

when the USB device is connected or disconnected. In such cases, the device may not operate properly. Use the following procedures to verify connection status.

A Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] -

[Hardware] - [Device Manager].

B Double-click [Universal Serial Bus Controllers], and double-click [USB Root

Hub].

USB Devices

Removing USB Devices

100

C Click [Power Management] and remove the check mark from [Allow the

computer to turn off this device to save power], then click [OK].

z When a USB device is removed and then inserted, may appear in the Device

Manager and the device may not be correctly recognized. If this happens, try removing and connecting the device once more

z When USB devices are connected, power consumption increases. Remove USB

devices when not in use, especially when operating on battery power

z After connecting the USB device to one port and installing the driver, it may be

necessary to reinstall the driver when the device is connected to the other port

CAUTION

z Do not remove a USB device while your computer is in the standby or hibernation

mode

z Save important data and close each application

USB Floppy Disk Drive

Note the following when using an optional USB floppy disk drive (CF-VFDU03).

1 Disable the device function.

A Double-click the icon on the notification area and click the USB device, then

click [Stop].

B Click [OK] on the [Stop a Hardware device] screen.

(This step is not necessary when the USB device has been removed after the computer is turned off, if the icon is not displayed, or if the USB device that is

going to be disconnected is not displayed in step A.)

2 Remove the USB device.

Panasonic CF-W2 Instruction Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Read Me First

How to Use this Reference Manual

Using the Touch Pad

Using the Fn Key

Confirm the Status Using the LEDs

Battery Power

Computing on the Road

Standby/Hibernation Functions

Security Measures

SD-MovieStage

DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive

About CD Media

About DVD Media

Inserting a Disk

Watching DVD Video

Writing to CDs

PC Cards

SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card

SD Memory Card Security Function

External Display

USB Devices