Panasonic CF-63 Series User manual

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Personal Computer
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CF-63 Series
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Contents
Getting Started
Read Me First. 5
First-time Operation.6
Operation
Starting Up/Shutting Down,....8
Playing Full Motion Video.. 13
Computing On the Road....17
Using the Battery Pack.....20
Security Measures... 2 2
infrared Data Communications.26
Add=ons/Pe ri phe ra Is. 2 7
Usage, Carrying and Maintenance.....32
Troubleshooting
Computer Diagnosis... 3 3
Dealing with Problems... 34
Technical Information .....r, 38
Reinstalling Software... 39
Appendix
LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT.42
Windows 95 Setup Procedure... 45
Setup Utility....46
Names and Functions of Parts... 48
Specifications. 50
Index... 5 1

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic CF-63 series computer. Please read the operating instructions thoroughly for proper opera¬
tion of your new computer.
Illustrations in this Manual
CAUTION-
NOTE provides^ a usefiii^f^ or helpful information.
CAUTION- f CAUTION indicates a condition that may .Te^ult^insiTiinor pir moderate inju^.;
WABNING: y^BNlNG indicmes^a ha:^<:| tltat may result in riiddbrate or ^ribus iry uiy'. ^ ^
’iStart]-tShut Down]: This illustration-nieans to eliclc [Start], then to click [Shut Down^j^. * 4 » -i *
.. . ^ ^ ^or some a^plicadot^, you i^/meed to doiible-cHclO) ^ ^ 4 % v / ^
: ° “ T^is illustration rneaiis to press the [Entei^ key4^ r - ' ^ ^ ..
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+ 0/0 : " ThiMlIustratjoh rrieahs to pre^ |Fn3; and while^holdihg down on^fFn], to press 1F3].
Copyright
This manual is copyrighted by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. with all rights reserved. No part of this manual may be
reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
©Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. 1997. All Rights Reserved.
Disclaimer
Computer specifications and manuals are subject to change without notice. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. assumes no
liability for damage incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manuals.
Trademarks
PS/2^^< is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
Microsoft®, MS-DOS* and Windows® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation of the United States and/or other coun¬
tries.
Pentium* is a registered trademark, and MMX ™ is a trademark of Intel Corporation.
TranXit ™ is a trademark of Puma Corporation.
Panasonic® is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
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For U.S.A.
Federal Communications Commission Radio
Frequency Interference Statement
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced ra¬
dio/TV technician for help.
Warning
To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface
cables when connecting to a computer or peripheral. Also, any
changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
r For U.K.
Warning
This apparatus must be earthed for your safety.
To ensure safe operation the three-pin plug must be inserted only
into a standard three-pin power point which is effectively earthed
through the normal household wiring.
Extension cords used with the equipment must be three-core and
be correctly wired to provide connection to earth. Wrongly wired
extension cords are a major cause of fatalities.
The fact that the equipment operates satisfactorily does not
imply that the power point is earthed and that the installation
is completely safe.
For your safety, if you have any doubt about the effective earthing
of the power point, consult a qualified electrician.
FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING
TEXT CAREFULLY
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug
for your safety and convenience.
A 3 amp fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the re¬
placement fuse has a rating of 3 amps and that it is approved by
ASTAorBSI to BS 1362.
Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark ^ on the body
of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that
it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a re¬
placement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local
Panasonic Dealer.
IF THE nTTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR
THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE
SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND
DISPOSED OF SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK
IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMP
SOCKET.
If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as
shown below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.
Warning:THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
Important
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
Green-and-yellow: Earth
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus
may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured GREEN-and-YELLOW must be
connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the
letter E or by the safety earth symbol ^ coloured GREEN or
GREEN-and-YELLOW.
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the ter¬
minal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
The mains plug on this equipment must be used to disconnect
the mains power.
Please ensure that a socket outlet is available near the equip¬
ment and shall be easily accessible.
How to replace the fuse
Open the fuse compartment with a
screwdriver and replace the fuse.
Warnings
• This equipment is not designed for connection to an IT power
system.
(An IT system is a system having no direct connections be¬
tween live parts and Earth; the exposed-conducive-parts of the
electrical installation are earthed.
An IT system is not permitted where the computer is directly
connected to public supply systems in the U.K.)
• Disconnect the mains plug from the supply socket when the
computer is not in use.
This equipment is produced to BS800/1983.
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Lithium Battery
Precautions
Lithium Battery!
This computer contains a lithium battery to enable the date,
time, and other data to be stored in it.
The battery should only be exchanged by service personnel.
Warning! Risk of explosion from incorrect installation or mis¬
application!
Warnung beziiglich der Lithiumbatterie
(Sicherungsbatterie)
Lithiumbatterie!
Dieser Computer enihalt eine Lithiumbatterie zur Sicherung von
Datum und Uhrzeit der eingebauten Uhr sowie anderer
Systemdaten im Speicher bei einer Unterbrechung der
Hauptstromversorgung. Diese Sicherungsbatterie darf nur von
Kundendienstpersonal ausgewechselt werden.
Warnung! Bei falschem Gebrauch besteht Explosionsgefahr!
Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers.
Avertissement concernant la pile au lithium
(pile de sauvegarde)
Pile au lithium!
Le micro-ordinateur renferme une pile au lithium qui permet de
sauvegarder certaines donnees comme la date et I'heure
notamment. Elle ne devra etre remplacee que par un technicien
quaiifie.
Avertissement! Risque d'explosion en cas de non respect de cette
mise en garde!
DVD Drive Caution
CAUTION!
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS. ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY
RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL
WARNUNG!
DIESES PROUKT ERZEUGT LASERSTAHLUNG.
DURCHFUHRUNG ANDERER VORGANGE ALS DER HIER
ANGEGEBENEN KANN ZU GEFAHRLICHER STRAHLUNG
FUHREN.
REPARATUREN DURFEN NUR VON QUALIFIZIERTEM
FACHPERSONAL DURCHGEFUHRT WERDEN.
AVERTISSEMENT!
CET APPAREIL UTILISE UN LASER.
L'UTILISATION DE COMMANDES OU DE R^GLAGES OU
L’EXECUTION DE PROCEDURES AUTRES QUE CELLES
SP^CIFIEES ICI PEUVENT PROVOQUER UNE EXPOSITION A
DES RADIATIONS DANGEREUSES.
NE PAS OUVRIR LES COUVERCLES NI ESSAYER DE R^PARER
SOI-M^ME.
CONFIER TOUT TRAVAIL D’ENTRETIEN A UN PERSONNEL
QUALIFI 6 .
# Usage
Avoid Extreme Heat and Cold
Do not store or use the computer in locations
exposed to heat, direct sunlight, or extreme cold.
Avoid moving the computer between locations
with large temperature differences.
Operation: 5 “’C to 35 ”C (41 °F to 95 "F)
Storage: -20 to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)
Avoid Direct Sunlight on the LCD Panel
The LCD panel should not be exposed to direct
sunlight or ultraviolet light.
Avoid Humidity, Liquids and Dust
Do not store or use the computer in locations
exposed to high humidity, liquids (including rain)
or dust.
Prevent Shock
Avoid subjecting the computer to severe
vibrations or impact. Do not place the computer
inside a car trunk.
Avoid Radio Frequency Interference
Do not place the computer near a television or
radio receiver.
# Handling
Avoid Magnetic Fields
Keep the computer away from magnets.
Avoid Stacking
Do not place heavy objects on top of the
computer.
Keep Small Objects Away
Do not insert paper clips or other small objects
into the computer.
Do Not Disassemble the Computer
Do not attempt to disassemble your computer.
Avoid Excessive Force on the LCD Panel
Do not apply excessive downward force on the
display when it is completely opened, especially
when plugs and/or cables are connected to the
rear of the computer.
# Cables
Use of an interface cable longer than 3 m (9.84 feet) is not
recommended.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE1
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Read Me First
Saving Data on the Hard Disk
• Do not expose your computer to shock.
Please use care when handling your computer, shock may damage your hard disk or make
your software applications and data unusable.
• Do not power down your computer while software applications are running or HDD
indicator (P) is on.
Properly shut Windows* down to avoid problems ([Start]-[Shut Down]).
• Save all valuable data to floppy disks.
Backing up data to floppy disks will limit damage should trouble occur to your computer or
should you inadvertently change or erase data.
• Use the security function for all important data.
Q» page 22 Security Measures
* This computer uses Microsoft* Windows® 95 Operating System,
Saving Data on Floppy Disks
• Do not power down your computer or press the floppy disk drive eject button while the
FDD indicator (Q) is on.
Doing so may damage the data on the floppy disk and render the disk useless.
• Use care when handling floppy disks.
To protect the data on your floppy disks or to prevent a floppy disk from becoming stuck in
your computer, avoid the following:
• Sliding the shutter on the floppy disk manually.
• Exposing the disk to a magnetic field.
• Storing the disk in locations prone to high temperatures, low pitched noise, dampness, or dust.
• Applying more than one label on the disk.
• Confirm the contents of a floppy disk before formatting it
Confirm that no important data is on the disk, because all data on the disk will be erased.
• Use the write-protect tab.
This is a must for preserving
important data. This prevents
your data from being erased or
overwritten.
Computer Viruses
• Users are advised to purchase the latest versions of virus protection software and use
them regularly.
We recommend you run the software:
• When booling your computer.
• After receiving data.
We recommend that you check data received on floppy disks or from external sources, such
as data downloaded from the Internet, e-mail, etc. (For compressed files, please uncompress
them before running a check).
Other Precautions
For information on other important items including network-related items, please refer to the
chapter on "Technical Information" (q^ page 38). We recommend a reading of the chapter.
Write-protect Tab
Write Enable
Write Disable
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First-time Operation
It’s now time to get started. Please read the steps below to help you learn what parts are in¬
cluded, and to gain an understanding of some basic computer-related operations.
1 Confirm the inclusion of all parts
Make sure the parts shown in the figure have been supplied. If any of them is missing
or is not working properly, please consult your nearest Panasonic dealer.
Please prepare one 2HD formatted floppy disk to create a backup disk of the
Panasonic utilities. This backup disk is to be used when reinstallation of the
Panasonic utilities becomes necessary.
AC Adapter ...... .,1 AC Cord... 1
Operating Instructions
Firstald CD
Windows 95 System Pack ,..,1
Accessory Catalogue
First-step Guide
Registration Card
Windows 95 CD-ROM
2 Connect your computer to a power outlet
Handling the AC adapter
• Do not twist or pull the AC power cord forceftilly. Doing so may damage the
connections.
• Use only the specified AC adapter (factory control number: CF-AA159) with
your computer. Using an AC adapter other than the one supplied might damage
the battery and/or the computer.
• When the DC plug is not connected to the computer, disconnect the AC cord
from your AC wall outlet as well.
• Problems such as sudden voltage drops/surges may arise during periods of thun¬
der and lightning. Since this could adversely affect your computer, an
uninterruptible power source (UPS) is highly recommended.
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Move the power
switch toward the
rear direction and
hold it there for one
second until the
power indicator goes
on before releasing it.
3 Read the LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT (o-page 42)
Confirm that the floppy disk drive is installed.
Before removing the seal covering the power switch, please read the LIMITED USE LI¬
CENSE AGREEMENT. Removal of this seal indicates agreement to the terms specified. To
open the display, slide the latch located at the front and lift open the display. After you have
agreed to the terms, you may turn your computer on.
• Do hot slide the power switch repeatedly.
• After you have turned your computer ofT, you must wait ten seconds before you can
turhiit back on. ^ j ^
Set Windows up
The [Windows 95 Setup] will run after the computer is turned on. Simply follow the on¬
screen instructions.
Xnote) ->
• Please read the supplemental "Windows 95 Setup Procedure" for a more detailed
explanation (C^page 45).
• Moving the cursor (/^) or clicking buttons can be done through the touch pad (C^page 10).
• If the display or the sound quality is not right, you can adjust the brightness and
volume (c^page 48).
Inserting a floppy disk
Label-side up
Label on the top surface, and
inserting the shutter-side
headfirst.
Ejecting a floppy disk
Eject Button
Double-click (Panasonic Setup icon) on Windows
One 2HD formatted floppy disk needs to be prepared. First, write "Firstaid FD" on a blank
label, then stick this label on the floppy disk. Simply follow the on-screen instructions.
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• Please store the "Firstaid FD" in a safe place. It will enable you to return your computer
to factory condition shodid any problems occur.
• Do not remove the floppy disk while the FDD indicator ([^ ) is on, power down your
computer or use4he suspend function f page II). * -
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About the CF-63 Quick Guide
• This is available as an on-line guide which includes information on the key input com¬
mands, Status LCD, DVD player and the "CF-63 Readme*'”. The "CF-63 Readme*'"
also contains detailed information.
• For the Quick Guide, we recommend setting the Desktop area to "1024 by 768 pixels"
and the Color palette to "High Color (16 bits)" or more.
' Depending on the model, some informtuion may not be available in the Readme file.
This concludes the first-time use operation guidelines.
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starting Up/Shutting Down
Starting Up
1
Open up the display
Slide the latch as shown and lift open the display.
Xnote)-.
Do not turn on the computer with the LCD panel closed if an external monitor is not
connected. The computer will not power on.
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Turn your computer on
Move the power switch toward the rear direction and hold it there for one second until
the power indicator goes on before releasing it.
I • Do not slide the power switch repeatedly.
j V# After you have turned your computer off, you must wait ten seconds before you can
turn it back on.
I u# Do not turn the computer OM while your fingers are in contact with the touch pad.
Problems may occur in the operation of the touch pad.
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If [Enter Password:] or security indicator is displayed,
you must first enter your User Password (Q*page 22).
Upon entering your
User Password and
pressing
[Enter Password:]
or
If the correct password is input,
Over three incorrect attempts,
►
Will Not Start*
(Power off),
* If you are starting from the suspend mode {Q> page 11), if
after ihree attempts the correct password is not input, or if no
password is entered for about a minute, the computer returns
to the suspend mode.
Xnote)-
If the display on the right appears,
the network password has been set.
To read and write data to other
computers, the correct password
must be entered.
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# When an application or file that was previously displayed ap¬
pears on your screen,
this means the suspend or hibernation mode (c^page 11) has been set.
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Select your application
You are able to start working on your computer.
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Using the DVD Drive
The DVD Drive is assigned to drive "L".
Disc Eject Button
Xnote>
If you decide to change the drive name (for example, when setting another drive), it is also
necessary to simultaneously change the [Drive Path] in [Setup] for the DVD Player.
Turn your computer on
Slide and hold the disc eject button
The keyboard opens and the tray is partially extended, slowly pull it out by hand until
fully extended.
# Inserting a disc
Hold the disc so that your hand does not touch the data surface. Place the disc with the
label facing upward in the drive and push down until the center holder clicks.
# Removing a disc
Place a finger on the center holder and lift up on the edge of the disc.
I To remove To remove a disc when the computer is powered off; C^page 35
Close the tray
After the tray is pushed all the way in, the keyboard closes automatically.
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Do iiot insert your fingers into the keyboard opening. In particular, be ve^ careful
not to get fingers, etc., caught in the keyboard during loading. '
Do not move the computer with a disc inserted in it.
After closing the tray, do not attempt to access a disc until the DVD drive indicator (^)
di^^pears.
The DVD drive will not open if the battery level is low (less than 9%).
Under some conditions, dust may build up on the optical lens or disc, possibly resulting
iniraalfunctioh; , .
Do not use the computer in a location where there is a lot of oily smoke or tobacco
smoke. Doing so could shorten the service life of the lens.
Do not leave the tray open or touch the lens.
When the tray is open, applying too much force on the tray could damage it. '
Do not open the DVD drive while the DVD drive indicator {^) is on.
Do not insert paper clips or other small objects into the DVD drive.
Touching the data surface can make it dirty or even damage the disc. (For details on
maintenance Q^page 32). Particularly, a DVD-Video is influenced by dirt or damage,
so it may not play or work properly. Be careful not to scratch a disc when handling.
Do not use a disc that has become deformed (warped), is not completely round, etc.
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starting Up/ShuttIng Down
Using the Touch Pad
Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display and perform normal computer operations. It
is not necessary to apply too much pressure on the work surface.
I Do not turn the computer ON while your fingers are in contact with the touch pad. ITie
[ operation of the touch pad may be affected. If operation Is affected, wait at leastJ|ye
I seconds before usi ng the computer.
Moving the cursor
n
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Work Surface Cursor
Double-clicking
or
Clicking
Dragging
To change the touch pad settings, select [Mouse] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel],
Even if [Left-handed] is selected in the mouse settings, tapping the touch pad will have the
same effect as clicking the left button of the touch pad.
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