Panasonic Toughbook CF-73 Series User manual

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Personal Computer
Reference Manual
Model No. CF-73 Series
XP 2000 We recommend that this Reference Manual be printed.

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Read Me First
Windows XP screens are used in this manual when no specific OS (operating system)
notes are required.
Some of the illustrations in this manual may differ slightly in shape from the actual items in
order to make the explanation easier to understand.
If the user has logged on without the administrator authority, some functions may not be
executable, and some screens may be not displayed as shown in this manual.
If this happens, log on with the administrator authority to enable these functions.
This manual covers two types of models, as distinguished by the type of LCD screen
models with touchscreen and models without touchscreen).
Confirm the latest information on optional products in catalogs, etc.
Circular media such as DVD-ROM and CD-ROM are described as “discs”.
In this manual, "B's Recorder GOLD5" is indicated as "B's Recorder," and "WinDVD™4" is
indicated as " WinDVD."
The following drives may be described as "CD drive".
DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive, DVD MULTI drive
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.
Windows XP Information for Microsoft®Windows®XP Professional
users. "Windows" or "Windows XP" in this manual.
Windows 2000 Information for Microsoft®Windows®2000
Professional users. "Windows" or "Windows 2000" in
this manual.
Enter This illustration means to press the [Enter] key.
Fn + F5 This illustration means to press and hold the [Fn] key,
then press the [F5] key.

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Read Me First
[Start] - [Run] This illustration means to click [Start], then to click
[Run]. For some applications, you may need to double-
click.
or ⇒These symbols indicated related pages.
: Refer to the page in this Reference Manual
⇒: Refer to the Operating Instructions
Orange*1 If *1 is selected, it will jump to a related explanatory
note.

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Key Combinations
CAUTION
Do not press the following key combinations repeatedly in (quick) succession. Also, do
not press different key combinations quickly one after another.
Do not press the following key combinations while using the touch pad (external
mouse), touchscreen (only for models with touchscreen) or other keys.
NOTE
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
Fn + F1 ,
Fn + F2 and Fn + F3 are operable in the Setup Utility.
The key combinations below may not work while some applications are running.
Besides, the popup 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").
Key Functions Popup Window
(Displayed after logging
on to Windows)
Fn + F1
Fn + F2
LCD brightness control (down)
LCD brightness control (up)
Pressing this key combination adjusts the
brightness of LCD.
The brightness setting is stored in memory
separately under the condition the AC adaptor is
connected and under the condition the AC adaptor
is not connected.

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Key Combinations
Fn + F3 Display change
By pressing this key combination, you can select
either an external display, internal LCD or
simultaneous. (page 56)
CAUTION
Do not press another key until the display
destination has been completely switched.
NOTE
Windows XP
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.
Fn + F4 Speaker on/off switch
Pressing this key combination turns on/off audio
from the internal speaker and headphone jack.
NOTE
Speakers connected to the USB port
cannot be muted.
OFF
(MUTE)
ON
Key Functions Popup Window
(Displayed after logging
on to Windows)

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Key Combinations
Fn + F5
Fn + F6
Volume control (down)
Volume control (up)
Pressing this key combination adjusts the volume
of the internal speaker and headphone jack.
NOTE
This key combination cannot be used to
adjust the volume of the warning beep or
speakers connected to the USB port.
Fn + F7 Power off using the standby function
Pressing this key combination causes the current
status of the computer to be saved to memory, and
powers off the computer. (page 19)
Fn + F9 Remaining capacity of the battery pack
Pressing this key combination displays the
remaining battery capacity on the screen.
When the battery pack is
inserted in the computer
(example)
When the battery pack is
not inserted in the
computer
Key Functions Popup Window
(Displayed after logging
on to Windows)

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Key Combinations
Fn + F10 Power off using the hibernation function
Pressing this key combination causes the current
status of the computer to be saved to the hard disk,
and powers off the computer. (page 19)
Key Functions Popup Window
(Displayed after logging
on to Windows)

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Key Combinations
There are two Fn key functions as follows:
Fn key lock function
After
Fn is pressed once, it stays in the "pressed" position until another key is pressed.
This is convenient when it is difficult to press two buttons simultaneously.
Popup windows display ON/OFF
1Run the Hotkey Settings.
Windows XP
Select [Start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hotkey Settings].
Windows 2000
Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hotkey Settings].
2Set 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.
To use
Fn only once:
1Press Fn once. (Locked)
2Press another key for combination. (Lock released)
To use
Fn successively:
1Press Fn twice. (Locked)
2Press another key for combination.
Fn key remains locked until
Fn is pressed once more.
B. Notification
This setting is only available when [Use Fn key lock] is checked.
[Make sounds when Fn key is pressed]*1
Notifies the user with a sound when Fn is locked or released.
[Show status on screen]:
Displays the Fn key status on the taskbar.
:
Fn is locked
:
Fn is not locked
C. Disable popup
Add the check mark if you want to turn the popup window display function OFF.
The full-screen display of [Command Prompt] screen or MPEG files may change
Hotkey Settings

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Key Combinations
to a window display if Fn + Fx
*2 keys are pressed. To prevent this, turn the popup
window display function OFF.
3Select [OK].
NOTE
The Fn key lock function also works with Fn and other keys (e.g. , ) aside from
Fx
*2.
Each user can select separate settings for whether or not to use the Hotkey settings.
*1 If MUTE is set, you will not hear a beep.
*2 "
Fx " indicates any function key from F1 to F10 .

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LED Indicators
Power status Not lit
Power off / Hibernation mode
Green
Power on
Blinking green
Standby mode
Blinking green rapidly
Due to extremely low temperatures, power cannot be turned on, or
computer cannot resume from standby mode.
Battery pack status Not lit
Battery pack is not connected or charging not being performed.
Orange*1
Charging in progress.
Green*1
Fully-charged.
Red
The battery level is very low (the charge is approx. 9% or 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, turn your computer on.
Blinking red*1
Battery pack or charging 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 Panasonic Technical Support. Possible failure in the
battery pack or charging circuit.
Blinking orange*1
Battery cannot be recharged temporarily because the internal temperature
of the battery pack is outside of 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.
*1 When the AC adaptor is connected.
Caps Lock This indicator lights green when Caps Lock is pressed. Subsequent non-
shifted input is capitalized.

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LED Indicators
*2 MP is the abbreviation for Multimedia Pocket.
NumLk
(Numeric key)
This indicator lights green when NumLk is pressed. This causes a portion of
the keyboard to function as a numeric keypad. The [Enter] key functions
differently depending on the application.
(If an external keyboard or ten-keyboard is connected to the external keyboard/
mouse port, the numeric keypad of the internal keyboard will not operate.)
ScrLk
(Scroll lock)
This indicator lights green when
ScrLk is pressed. Scroll lock functions
differently depending on the application.
Hard disk drive status This indicator lights when the hard disk drive is accessed.
*2 Multimedia pocket device
status
This indicator lights when the multimedia pocket device (DVD-ROM & CD-
R/RW drive, DVD MULTI drive etc.) is accessed.
This indicator shows the status of a second battery pack when a second
battery pack is installed in the multimedia pocket. The details of the status
display are the same as for the main battery pack status (page 10).

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Touch Pad
Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display and perform normal computer
operations.
CAUTION
By design the touch pad is to be used with a finger tip only. Therefore, do not use any
implement which causes damage on the work surface.
A. Work Surface (touch pad)
B. Left Button
C. Right Button
Function Operation
Moving the Cursor
Move the tip of your finger lightly over the work
surface.
Tapping/Clicking
tapping or clicking
Double-Tapping/Double-
Clicking
double-tapping or double-clicking

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Touch Pad
*1 The movements will differ depending on the application.
NOTE
Refer to [Mouse Properties] for information on basic operations other than the above.
To display [Mouse Properties]:
Windows XP
Select [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse].
Windows 2000
Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Mouse].
Do not place any object on the work surface or press down forcefully with sharp-pointed
objects (e.g., nails) or hard objects that can leave marks (e.g., pencils and ball point
pens).
Try to avoid having any harmful substances such as oil, come in contact with the touch
pad. The cursor may not work properly in such cases.
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 *1
Scroll a document. Move the tip of your finger lightly over the work
surface.
Function Operation
Handling the touch pad

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

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Touchscreen
Only for models with touchscreen
Your computer is equipped with a touchscreen function allowing you to perform the same
operations as the touch pad or mouse by touching the surface of the display with the stylus
(included). If the cursor can not be pointed correctly with the stylus, perform [Calibration].
(page 17)
The following explanation gives one example (for the default settings). The operation settings
can be changed. (page 17)
Functions Operation
Moving the cursor
The cursor is moved to the location
pointed by the stylus.
Clicking (Tapping)
One tap
Double-clicking
(Double-tapping) Two quick taps
Dragging
Touch and hold the object (i.e. file or
icon), move the stylus on the surface
(dragging the object to the desired
location), then release the stylus.

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Touchscreen
NOTE
To right-click:
Make the setting as follows.
1Display [Touch Panel Property] screen.
Windows XP
Select [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Touch Panel].
Windows 2000
Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Touch Panel].
2In [Button], add the check mark for [The right-button function will be ...], and
select a key from [Combination keys].
3Select [OK].
You can right-click by selecting an object with the key you selected in [Combination
keys].
CAUTION
When the internal LCD is used alone or with an external display simultaneously, the
touchscreen function will not work properly when the area of either display is set
larger than default setting of the display resolution.
If a change is made to the display resolution, or the cursor can not be pointed
correctly with the stylus, be sure to perform [Calibration]. (page 17)
Even when only an external display is in use, the cursor will move on the external
display if the surface of the internal LCD is touched when the touchscreen driver is
active. Therefore, do not touch the internal LCD when only an external display is in
use.
The touchscreen function can not be used when using the full screen in [Command
Prompt].
NOTE
Select to view [Important Tips] for using the touchscreen. You can also view
[Important Tips] using the following procedures.
Windows XP
Select [Important Tips] in [Start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals].

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Touchscreen
Windows 2000
Select [Important Tips] in [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals].
Configuring the Touchscreen
When needed, the touchscreen can be configured using the following steps.
1Display [Touch Panel Property] screen.
Windows XP
Select [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Touch Panel].
Windows 2000
Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Touch Panel].
A. Button
Set button functions on the touchscreen.
B. Double Touch
Set double-click area and speed.
C. Sound
Set the sound generated when the touchscreen is touched.
D. Calibration
Use this procedure when the cursor can not be pointed correctly. (Necessary for
changes in the alignment of the touchscreen with visual images or an adjustment
of the display resolution.)
2Make necessary changes and select [OK].
NOTE
Changing the settings (except for Double Touch) applies to all users.
For more information, click at the upper right corner.

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Touchscreen
Use the stylus included with the computer. Do not use an implement other than the stylus
that comes with the computer.
Do not place any object on the surface or press down forcefully with sharp-pointed objects
(e.g., nails), or hard objects that can leave marks (e.g., pencils and ball point pens).
Do not operate the computer when such things as dust are on the screen. Do not allow
contact with substances that could dirty the touchscreen, such as oil.
When the touchscreen becomes dirty:
• Wipe to remove dirt by using a dry soft cloth included with the computer.
• Do not use benzene or thinner, or rubbing alcohol.
• For more information, refer to "Suggestions About Cleaning the LCD Surface" that
comes with the soft cloth.
Clean the stylus tip and screen prior to operation. Foreign particles can scratch the screen
and impede the operation of the stylus.
Use the stylus only for the computer screen. Using it for any other purpose may damage
the stylus and scratch the screen.
Do not use pencils, implements with sharp tips or hard objects for screen operations. The
screen may be damaged as a result.
Handling the Touchscreen
Handling the Stylus

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Standby/Hibernation Functions
If you use the standby or hibernation function, you can shut down the computer without
closing programs and documents. Upon 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
NOTE
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.
If the standby or hibernation function is used repeatedly, the computer may not work
properly. To stabilize computer operations, shut down Windows on a regular basis
(about once a week) without using the standby or hibernation function.
Use any of the following methods to enter the standby or hibernation mode.
To use the hibernation mode, set [Power Options] in advance (page 20).
(Enabled in factory preset.)
Fn key combinations (page 6)
Using the power switch (page 22)
From the shut down screen
Starting Up Your Computer Quickly
Function Where data is saved
to
Time until recovery Requires power
supply
Standby function Memory Short Yes
(if power is cut, all
data is lost)
Hibernation function Hard disk Rather long Power is not required
to maintain data
Entering the Standby or Hibernation Mode

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Standby/Hibernation Functions
• Standby
Windows XP
In [Start] - [Turn Off Computer], select [Stand By].
Windows 2000
In [Start] - [Shut Down], select [Stand by] and select [OK].
• Hibernation
Windows XP
In [Start] - [Turn Off Computer], press and hold Shift , then select [Hibernate].
Windows 2000
In [Start] - [Shut Down], select [Hibernate] and select [OK].
Setting for Using the Hibernation Mode
At the time of purchase, the computer is set so that hibernation mode can be used.
Windows XP
1Select [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] -
[Power Options].
2In [Hibernate], add the check mark for [Enable hibernation] and select
[OK].
Windows 2000
1Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Power Options].
2In [Hibernate], add the check mark for [Enable hibernate support] and
select [OK].
Precautions
Before entering the standby or hibernation mode
Be sure to save all data.
When a file in an external device such as a CD drive, external hard disk, or ATA card is
opened, close the file.