Panasonic FZ-E1 series User manual

Operating I nstructions
Smart Handh eld
EB-3901
Operating Instructions
Tablet Computer
Model No. FZ-E1 series
Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product.
Please read this document carefully before using the product
and keep this document in a safe place for future reference.
For detailed information about this product, refer to the Reference
Manual, which is available by flicking the Start screen to the left,
then tapping [Online Manual] in the App list. (Download required.)

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Table of Contents
Introduction .............................................................. 3
Safety precautions......................................................... 3
Regulatory information................................................. 12
Handling cautions ........................................................ 22
Trademark and license information ............................. 25
Terms and illustrations in this document ..................... 27
Disclaimers .................................................................. 28
Getting Started ....................................................... 29
Confirming the included items ..................................... 29
Description of parts...................................................... 30
Opening and closing the interface cover ..................... 34
Removing the battery cover......................................... 35
Attaching the battery cover .......................................... 36
Installing SIM cards (certain models only)................... 38
Installing an SD card.................................................... 39
Installing the battery..................................................... 40
Charging the battery .................................................... 40
Turning the unit on and off........................................... 41
Screen display ............................................................. 42
Basic operations .......................................................... 44
Troubleshooting .................................................... 46
Appendix ................................................................ 51
Replacing the battery................................................... 51
Enabling the internal heater......................................... 51
Factory data reset........................................................ 52
Specifications............................................................... 52
Accessories ................................................................. 58
Limited warranty .......................................................... 59

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Introduction
Safety precautions
To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock, fire,
malfunction, and damage to equipment or property, always observe
the following safety precautions.
Explanation of symbol word panels
The following symbol word panels are used to classify and describe
the level of hazard, injury, and property damage caused when the
denotation is disregarded and improper use is performed.
The following symbols are used to classify and describe the type of
instructions to be observed.
Safety precautions
Denotes potential hazards that will result
in serious injury or death.
Denotes potential hazards that could
result in serious injury or death.
Denotes potential hazards that could
result in minor injury.
Denotes potential hazards that could
result in property damage.
This symbol is used to alert users to specific operating
procedures that must not be performed.
This symbol is used to alert users to specific operating
procedures that must be followed in order to operate the
product safely.
This symbol is used to alert users to specific operating
procedures for which special attention is required.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE

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When using the product for extended periods, do not
expose your skin to the product or AC adaptor for a
prolonged period.
Generated heat can cause low-temperature burns.
Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the product.
These may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not insert foreign objects into the product.
This may cause the battery to short circuit or overheat,
which may result in fire or electric shock.
Do not allow conductive metallic materials to touch the
expansion bus connector.
This may cause a short circuit and overheating, which may
result in rupture or fire.
Use only specified batteries.
Use of unspecified batteries may result in electrolyte
leakage, overheating, rupture, or fire.
Use only specified AC adaptors.
Use of unspecified AC adaptors may result in overheating,
fire, or rupture.
DANGER
WARNING

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Stop using the product if any of the following occurs.
– Product emits smoke, unusual sound, or unusual smell
– Water or foreign object enters the product
– Product is damaged
– Product becomes unusually hot
Failure to do so may result in fire or electric shock. Turn the
product off, disconnect it from the power supply, and then
remove the battery. Contact your technical support
representative for support or repair.
Do not touch the product or cables during lightning
storms if the product is connected to an AC adaptor.
There is a remote chance of electric shock.
Close the headset jack cover and interface cover when
using the product near water or other liquids, and in
areas with a high concentration of moisture, steam,
dust, oily vapors, etc.
Foreign material that enters the product may cause fire or
electric shock. If foreign material enters the product, turn
the product off, disconnect it from the power supply, and
then remove the battery. Contact your technical support
representative for support or repair.
Keep SD cards out of the reach of infants and small
children.
Small objects are suffocation and choking hazards. In the
event of accidental swallowing, seek medical help
immediately.
Keep SIM cards out of the reach of infants and small
children.
Small objects are suffocation and choking hazards. In the
event of accidental swallowing, seek medical help
immediately.

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Stop using the product immediately and consult your
doctor if you feel any discomfort when staring at
flashing lights on the screen.
A very small percentage of individuals may experience
seizures or blackouts when exposed to certain light patterns
or flashing lights for extended periods.
Do not use the product near automatic control
equipment such as automatic doors, fire alarms, etc.
RF signals generated by the product may interfere with the
proper operation of such equipment.
Do not leave any water droplets on the product.
Water droplets may cause the DC input jack, micro USB
port, or headset jack to short circuit.
Do not puncture the product with a sharp object.
This may cause overheating or fire.
Do not turn the volume up too loud when using
headphones.
Listening at high volumes for extended periods may result
in loss of hearing.
Do not operate the product while walking, driving,
riding a bicycle, etc.
Being distracted while engaging in these kinds of activities
can cause accidents or falls.
Do not use headphones while driving or in potentially
dangerous areas or situations.
Your inability to hear the sounds around you can cause
accidents. Take special care at rail crossings, station
platforms, roads, construction sites, etc.
For models with an optional barcode reader:
Do not look directly at the red beam for an extended period
or point the barcode reader at another person's eyes.
This may damage the eyes.

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Clean dust and other debris on the AC plug regularly.
If dust or other debris accumulates on the plug, humidity,
etc. may cause a defect in the insulation, which may result
in a fire.
• Pull the plug, and wipe it with a dry cloth.
Pull the plug if the computer is not being used for a long
period of time.
Do not do anything that may damage the AC cord, the
AC plug, or the AC adaptor.
Do not damage or modify the cord, place it near hot tools,
bend, twist, or pull it forcefully, place heavy objects on it, or
bundle it tightly.
Continuing to use a damaged cord may result in fire, short
circuit, or electric shock.
Do not expose the AC cord, AC adaptor, or the battery
to water or other liquids.
Doing so may cause a short circuit, generation of heat,
overheating, or rupture, which may result in a fire, electric
shocks, and/or injury.
Do not pull or insert the AC plug if your hands are wet.
Electric shock may result.
Do not connect the AC adaptor to a power source other
than a standard household AC outlet.
Otherwise, a fire due to overheating may result. Connecting
to a DC/AC converter (inverter) may damage the AC
adaptor. On an airplane, only connect the AC adaptor/
charger to an AC outlet specifically approved for such use.
Insert the AC plug completely.
If the plug is not inserted completely, fire due to overheating
or electric shock may result.
• Do not use a damaged plug or loose AC outlet.

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If glass components are damaged, be careful of broken
glass or internal components that may become
exposed.
Failure to do so can cause injury.
Do not place the product on an unstable surface.
The product may drop, resulting in injury.
Take a 10 – 15 minute break every hour when using the
product.
Using the product continuously for extended periods may
cause strain injuries and may have detrimental health
effects on your eyes, hands, or other parts of your body.
Do not look directly at the flash or point it at another
person's eyes.
This may damage the eyes or cause temporary loss of
eyesight which could result in an accident.
Do not leave the product in extremely high temperature
environments for an extended period.
Leaving the product where it will be exposed to extremely
high temperatures, such as near fire or in direct sunlight,
may deform the product or cause damage or malfunction to
its internal components. Using the product in these
conditions may cause short circuit, insulation defects, etc.,
which may in turn cause fire or electric shock.
Do not expose the skin to the product when using the
product in hot or cold environments.
Burns, low-temperature burns, or frostbite may result. If
direct contact with the skin is necessary, perform the
operation as quickly as possible.
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Turn down the volume before connecting headphones.
After connecting the headphones, increase the volume
gradually.
If you connect headphones when the volume is set too high,
your ears may be exposed to excessively high volume
which may damage your hearing.
Do not stack the product.
If balance is lost, the product may fall over or drop, resulting
in an injury.
For models with an optional barcode reader:
Do not look directly at the white beam for an extended
period or point the barcode reader at another person's
eyes.
This may damage the eyes.
Hold the plug when unplugging the AC plug.
Pulling on the cord may damage the cord, resulting in a fire
or electric shock.
Do not move this product while the AC plug is
connected.
The AC cord may be damaged, resulting in fire or electric
shock.
• If the AC cord is damaged, unplug the AC plug
immediately.
Do not subject the AC adaptor to any strong impact.
Using the AC adaptor after a strong impact such as being
dropped may result in electric shock, short circuit, or fire.
• Contact your technical support representative for support
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Battery
Do not place objects on the surface of the product or press
down hard on the product with sharp objects.
The screen surface could be scratched.
When in low-temperature environments, dry off the product if it
becomes wet.
If the product becomes wet in temperatures of 0 ° C (32 ° F) or
below, freeze damage may occur.
Confirm the safety and security of software before
downloading or installing it on the product.
Installing malware or viruses can cause malfunction and the
disclosure of any private information stored in the product, or may
cause excessive sound volume.
Turn off the product before removing the SIM card or SD card.
Failure to do so can result in data loss or damage to the SIM card,
the SD card, or the product.
Do not place the product near a television or radio receiver.
This may cause television or radio interference.
The battery is for use solely with the specified product.
Do not use it with any other products.
Overheating, fire, or rupture may result.
Do not disassemble, modify, or insert sharp foreign
objects into the battery.
Electrolyte leakage, overheating, fire, or rupture may result.
NOTICE
DANGER

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Do not crush, bend, deform, puncture, shred, throw, or
apply high pressure to the battery.
These may cause a short circuit, electric shock, electrolyte
leakage, overheating, rupture, or fire.
Do not use the battery if it becomes noticeably
damaged or deformed.
Electrolyte leakage, overheating, smoke, rupture, or fire
may result.
Do not short the positive (+) and negative (–) contacts.
Do not carry the battery around or store it together with
necklaces, hairpins, etc.
Overheating, fire, or rupture may result.
Do not throw the battery into a fire or expose it to
excessive heat.
Overheating, fire, or rupture may result.
Keep the battery away from extreme heat, such as fire
and direct sunlight.
Electrolyte leakage, overheating, fire, or rupture may result.
When charging the battery with a battery charger/
cradle, use only the specified charger/cradle.
Overheating, fire, or rupture may result.
Do not subject the battery to strong impact, vibration,
or rough handling.
This may cause electrolyte leakage, overheating, rupture,
or fire.
WARNING

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Regulatory information
This product and your health
This product, like other radio devices, emits radio frequency
electromagnetic energy. Because this product operates within the
guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and
recommendations, we believe this product is safe for use by
consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the
consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations
of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and
interpret the extensive research literature. In some situations or
environments, the use of this product may be restricted by the
proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the
organization. These situations may for example include:
• Using this product on board of airplanes, or
Do not charge the battery using methods other than
those specified.
Improper battery use may cause electrolyte leakage,
overheating, rupture, or fire.
If electrolyte from the battery comes into contact with
the eyes, skin, or clothing, rinse it off thoroughly.
Electrolyte may cause blindness if it comes into contact with
the eyes. If contact occurs, flush the eyes with clean water
and seek medical advice.
If the battery smells or leaks electrolyte, keep the
battery away from fire.
Overheating, fire, or rupture may result.
Do not place the battery in microwave ovens or
pressurized containers.
Sudden application of heat may damage the battery’s case,
resulting in electrolyte leakage, overheating, smoke,
rupture, or fire.
Regulatory information

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• In any other environment where the risk of interference to other
devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful.
If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless
devices in a specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you
are encouraged to ask for authorization to use this product prior to
turning on the product.
Information to the user
We are not responsible for any radio or television interference
caused by unauthorized modification of this product. The correction
of interference caused by such unauthorized modification will be the
responsibility of the user. We and our authorized resellers or
distributors are not liable for damage or violation of government
regulations that may arise from failing to comply with these
guidelines.
Additional safety precautions
Posted facilities
• Turn off the product when in hospitals, health care facilities, or any
facility where posted notices require you to do so. Hospitals and
health care facilities may be using equipment that could be
sensitive to external RF energy.
Pacemakers
• The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that
a minimum separation of six (6) inches be maintained between a
handheld wireless product and a pacemaker to avoid potential
interference with the pacemaker. These recommendations are
consistent with the independent research by and
recommendations of Wireless Technology Research.
• Persons with pacemakers:
– Should always keep this product more than six (6) inches from
their pacemaker when this product is turned on;
– Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the
potential for interference;
– Should not carry this product in a breast pocket;

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– Should turn off the product immediately if there is any reason to
suspect that interference is taking place.
Hearing aids
• Some digital wireless products may interfere with some hearing
aids. In the event of such interference, consult the manufacturer of
your hearing aid to discuss alternatives.
Other medical devices
• If you use any other personal medical device, consult the
manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately
shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to
assist you in obtaining this information.
Aircraft
• Turn off the product after boarding an aircraft, when instructed by
flight staff. Obey instructions from flight staff regarding the use of
the product in flight. Using this product in an aircraft may be
hazardous to the aircraft’s operation and disrupt wireless
communication, and may also be illegal.
Potentially explosive atmosphere
• Turn off the product in areas where a potentially explosive
atmosphere exists and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in
such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in injury or
even death.
• Areas with potentially explosive atmosphere may include fueling
areas, chemical plants, below deck on boats, fuel or chemical
transfer or storage facilities, vehicles using petroleum or natural
gas, or areas where the atmosphere contains particles such as
grain, dust, or metallic powders, and any other area where you
would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine.
Electronic devices
• This product receives and transmits radio frequency signals while
switched on. Most electronic equipment is shielded from RF
signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not be

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shielded against the RF signals from this product. Therefore, the
use must be restricted in certain situations to avoid interference.
Driving
• Give full attention to driving. Driving safely is your first
responsibility.
• Pull off the road and park before placing or answering a call. It is
unsafe to operate the product while driving.
• Check the laws and regulations in the areas where you drive, and
always obey them.
• Only qualified personnel should install the product in a vehicle.
Check regularly that the product is securely mounted in your
vehicle and operating properly.
• Do not place or install the product in the area over the air bag or in
the air bag deployment area. If the air bag inflates, serious injury
and/or damage could result.
• RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately
shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles. Consult the
manufacturer (or its representative) of the vehicle and any
equipment that has been added to the vehicle regarding the use of
class B devices.
• Use hands-free operation, if available and legally permitted.
Emergency communications
• Never rely solely on a mobile product for essential or emergency
communications. Network connections can be affected by
remaining battery level, radio signals, service networks, and other
conditions, and as a result, emergency communications cannot be
guaranteed in all conditions.
Antenna
• Do not replace the antenna. Unauthorized antennas,
modifications, or attachments could damage the product and may
violate FCC regulations.
• Do not touch or cover the antenna area while the product is on.
Call quality, power levels, and the overall performance of the
product may be affected.

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Volume
• Do not turn the volume up too loud when using headphones.
Exposure to excessive sound pressure levels for extended periods
may cause hearing damage. Additionally, being unable to hear
sounds in your environment may lead to accidents.
Laser device caution
(for models with an optional barcode reader)
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.
This product is using lasers that comply with DHHS RULE 21 CFR
CHAPTER I, SUBCHAPTER J, EN60825-1:2007 and IEC60825-
1:2007 regulations.
This product utilizes a “Class 2” laser.
Class 2 laser readers use a low power, visible diode. As with any
very bright light source, such as the sun, the user should avoid
staring directly into the light beam. Momentary exposure to a Class 2
laser is not known to be harmful.
Caution: Procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
LASER RADIATION
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT
1 mW MAX 630-680 nm
EN 60825-1:2007 IEC60825-1:2007

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Labeling and device location
Intended use
• This product is not intended for use as, or as part of, nuclear
equipment/systems, air traffic control equipment/systems, aircraft
cockpit equipment/systems
*1
, medical devices or accessories
*2
,
life-support systems or other equipment/devices/systems that are
involved with ensuring human life or safety. Panasonic will not be
responsible for any liability resulting from the use of this product
arising out of the foregoing uses.
*1 Aircraft cockpit equipment/systems include Class 2 Electrical
Flight Bag (EFB) Systems and Class 1 EFB Systems when
used during critical phases of flight (e.g., during take-off and
landing) and/or mounted on to the aircraft. Class 1 EFB
Systems and 2 EFB Systems are defined by FAA: AC
(Advisory Circular) 120-76A or JAA: JAA TGL (Temporary
Guidance Leaflets) No.36.
*2 As defined by the European Medical Device Directive (MDD)
93/42/EEC.
• Panasonic cannot guarantee any specifications, technologies,
reliability, safety (e.g., Flammability/Smoke/Toxicity/Radio
Frequency Emission, etc.) requirements related to aviation
standards and medical equipment standards that differ from the
specifications of our COTS (Commercial-Off-The-Shelf) products.
• This product is not intended for use in medical equipment including
life-support systems, air traffic control systems, or other
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equipment, devices or systems that are involved with ensuring
human life or safety. Panasonic cannot be held responsible in any
way for any damages or loss resulting from the use of this unit in
these types of equipment, devices or systems, etc. This product
has been designed so as to minimize shock to the LCD, the
leakage of liquid (e.g., water) on to the buttons, etc., but no
warranty is provided against such trouble. Therefore, as a
precision instrument, be extremely careful in the handling of the
product.
For USA models
FCC Part 15 information
This product 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 product 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 product does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the product 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 product and receiver.
• Connect the product to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC caution
To assure continued FCC emission limit compliance, use only
shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral
devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the

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party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate this equipment.
This product complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
1. This product may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This product must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC RF exposure information
This product meets the government’s requirements for exposure to
radio waves. This product is a radio transmitter and receiver.
This product is designed and manufactured not to exceed the
emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by
the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S. Government.
The guidelines are based on standards that were developed by
independent scientific organization through periodic and thorough
evaluation of scientific studies.
The standards include a substantial safety margin designed to
assure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.
The exposure standard for wireless handsets employs a unit of
measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The
SAR limit set by the FCC is 1.6 W/kg.
The tests are performed in positions and locations (e.g., at the ear
and worn on the body) as required by the FCC for each model.
The highest SAR value for this product as reported to the FCC when
tested for use at the ear is 0.105 W/kg, and when worn on the body
in a holder or carry case, is 0.530 W/kg.
For body-worn operation, this product has been tested and meets
FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with a Panasonic accessory
designated for this product and when used with an accessory that
contains no metal and that positions the mobile device a minimum of
1.0 cm from the body.
Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF
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The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this product
with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC
RF emission guidelines.
SAR information on this product is on file with the FCC and can be
found by searching for the product’s FCC ID number at
http://www.fcc.gov/oet/ea/fccid. To find the FCC ID number for
your product, first remove the battery pack. The FCC ID number
is printed on the nameplate underneath.
Wi-Fi use
High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 to
5.35 GHz and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can
cause interference with and/or damage this product.
Using hearing aids with mobile devices
When some wireless mobile devices are used near some hearing
devices (hearing aids and cochlear implants), users may detect a
buzzing, humming, or whining noise. Some hearing devices are more
immune than others to this interference noise, and mobile devices
also vary in the amount of interference they generate. In the event of
interference you may want to consult your hearing aid supplier to
discuss solutions.
The wireless telephone industry has developed ratings for some of
their mobile devices, to assist hearing device users in finding mobile
devices that may be compatible with their hearing devices. Not all
mobile devices have been rated. Mobile devices that are rated have
the rating on their box or label located on the box.
The ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary depending on the
user’s hearing device and hearing loss. If your hearing device
happens to be vulnerable to interference, you may not be able to use
a rated mobile device successfully. Trying out the mobile device with
your hearing device is the best way to evaluate it for your personal
needs.
M-Ratings: Mobile devices rated M3 or M4 are likely to generate less
interference to hearing devices than mobile devices that are not
labeled. M4 is the better/higher of the two ratings.