Panasonic Toughbook CF-74JCL02AM User manual

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Reference Manual
Personal Computer
Model No. CF-74 Series
We recommend that this Reference Manual be printed.

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Key Combinations
NOTE
Do not repeatedly press the keys in quick succession.
Do not use the key combinations together with touch pad (external mouse), touchscreen (only for model with touch-
screen) or other key operations.
Do not use the key combinations before you log on to Windows. Wait until the hard disk drive indicator turns off.
On the Setup Utility screen, you can use the key combinations of
Fn + F1 , Fn + F2 and Fn + F3 . By using the key com-
binations of
Fn + F3 , the display is switched between the internal LCD and the external display.
The key combinations may not work with some applications.
The pop-up icon appears after logging on to Windows. It may not appear in some application conditions (e.g., when
[Command Prompt] is set to “Full Screen”).
Key Function Pop-up icon
Fn + F1
Fn + F2
LCD brightness
(
Fn + F1 = down / Fn + F2 = up)
Fn + F3 Display switching (page 45)
(When an external display is connected)
Internal LCD Simultaneous display External display
CAUTION
Do not press any keys until the display has finished switching.
Do not use this function:
• When an external display is not connected.
• When playing motion video such as DVD or MPEG.
• When using the Extended Desktop.
• When showing a game screen such as pinball.
Fn + F4 Speaker on/off
NOTE
Beeps do not sound if you turn off the speaker sound.
OFF
(MUTE)
ON

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Key Combinations
Fn + F5
Fn + F6
Volume
(
Fn + F5 = down / Fn + F6 = up)
NOTE
When fine-tuning the sound volume, press and hold
Fn , and press F5 or
F6 intermittently.
This does not work on beeps or speakers connected to the USB port.
Fn + F7 Activate standby (page 9)
Fn + F9 Remaining battery charge
(When the battery pack is inserted in the computer)
page 15
Fn + F10 Activate hibernation (page 9)
Key Function Pop-up icon

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Key Combinations
You can make 2 settings:
•Fn key lock
When you press
Fn , the key is locked (pressed-down) until you press another key. Use this when pressing difficult key
combinations.
• Pop-up icon on/off
1Start up the Hotkey Settings.
Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hotkey Settings].
2Make the settings.
[Use Fn key lock]
When using an
Fn key combination
APress
Fn once. (Locked)
BPress another key. (Lock released)
When using successive
Fn key combinations
APress
Fn twice. (Locked)
BPress another key.
Fn key remains locked until you press
Fn again.
[Notification]
[Make sounds when Fn key is pressed]*1
[Show status on screen]: Displays the Fn key status on the notification area.
•:
Fn is locked.
•:
Fn is not locked.
[Disable popup]
The pop-up icon will not be displayed.
3Click [OK].
NOTE
You can have different settings for each user.
*1 If the speakers are muted, beeps do not sound.
Hotkey Settings

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Touchscreen
<Only for model with touchscreen>
You can use the touchscreen function to perform the same operation as the touch pad and mouse. Touch the screen surface
with the stylus (included).
To right-click
AClick on the notification area.
changes to .
BClick the object you want to right-click.
returns to .
NOTE
You need to make the following setting for each user.
AClick [start] - [All Programs] - [Fujitsu Touch Panel (USB)] - [Touch Panel Configuration].
BSelect the settings, and then click [OK].
• Do not add a check mark to [Delete Cursor] since the display may be distorted.
The touchscreen function does not work in the Setup Utility, in the full screen of [Command Prompt].
Operate the touchscreen with your finger or with an approved stylus
When using the touchscreen function, use only your finger or an approved stylus on the surface.
Operating the touchscreen with an object other than your fingertip or the stylus (a fingernail or metal object, or other hard
or sharp objects that may leave a mark) may scar or stain the surface, causing the touchscreen to malfunction.
Do not apply too much pressure when operating the touchscreen
Only a light touch is required to operate the touchscreen. Applying too much pressure may damage the surface.
Operation of the touchscreen

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Touchscreen
When the touchscreen becomes dirty, wipe it with an approved soft cloth
The touchscreen is specially treated to prevent dirt from adhering to the surface, so dirt can be removed easily using a dry
cloth (use only the approved soft cloth). If the dirt does not come off easily, breathe on the surface and try again.
Do not apply water or solvents to the soft cloth.
Clean the touchscreen while the computer is powered off
Cleaning the screen while the power is on may cause the computer to malfunction. Also, dirt on the touchscreen is easier
to see when the computer is powered off, and so is easier to clean.
Wash the soft cloth when it becomes dirty
When the soft cloth becomes dirty, wash it with mild detergent. Do not use bleach or fabric conditioner (softener), or try to
sterilize the cloth by boiling.
If the soft cloth is dirty, it may be ineffective in cleaning the touchscreen, and in fact may cause dirt to adhere to the touch-
screen.
Check the following to prevent the surface of the touchscreen from being scratched
Are you using your finger or a stylus to operate the touchscreen?
Is the surface clean?
Is the soft cloth clean?
Are you using the stylus with the tip extended?
Is the tip of the stylus clean?
Is your finger clean?
Maintaining the performance of the touchscreen

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Touchscreen
Do not touch the screen outside of the LCD display area
The touchscreen input area is defined by the LCD display screen. Touching the screen outside of the display area may
result malfunctions or damage to the touchscreen.
Do not apply excessive force to the touchscreen
Do not lift the computer while holding the LCD screen, or allow the screen to be twisted. Do not place any objects on the
LCD screen. Any of the above may cause the touchscreen glass to break, or may damage the LCD screen.
Operation response may be slower in low temperature environments
The touchscreen may respond to operations more slowly when using the computer in temperatures less than 5°C, but this
is not a malfunction. Response time will return to normal when the computer is returned to room temperature.
If the cursor jumps to a location other than where the screen was touched, or if
the LCD resolution changes, recalibrate the touchscreen
Perform the procedure of “Touchscreen Calibration” (below).
1Run [Touch Screen Calibration Utility].
Click [start] - [All programs] - [Fujitsu Touch Panel (USB)] - [Touch Screen Calibration Utility].
2Using the stylus, touch each of the 9 “+” target marks one by one until it blinks, and then
press Enter .
3Press Enter .
NOTE
Perform the touchscreen calibration for each user.
Things to keep in mind when using the touchscreen
Touchscreen Calibration

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Standby or Hibernation Functions
The standby or hibernation functions allow you to shut off the computer without closing programs and documents. You can
quickly return to the programs and documents that you were working on before standby or hibernation.
1Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] -
[Advanced].
2Select [Stand by] or [Hibernate] for [When I close the lid of my portable computer] / [When
I press the power button on my computer], and then click [OK].
NOTE
You do not need to make the setting if you use the Windows menu to enter standby or hibernation.
Connect the AC adaptor if the computer will be in standby mode for a long period of time. If you cannot use the AC adap-
tor, use hibernation instead.
Using standby or hibernation repeatedly may cause malfunction of the computer. To stabilize computer operation, restart
Windows regularly (about once a week) without using standby or hibernation.
Save the necessary data.
Close files you have opened from removable disks and network drives.
The password you set in the Setup Utility is not requested at resuming. You can use the Windows password for security in
standby or hibernation.
AClick [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts], and select the account.
BClick [Create a password] and set the password.
CClick [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced], and add the
check mark in [Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby].
Do not enter standby or hibernation in the following conditions, otherwise the data or file may be corrupted, standby or
hibernation may not work, or malfunction may occur in the computer or the peripheral devices.
Function Data is saved to Recovery time Power supply
Standby Memory Short Required. (If power is not supplied, all data will be lost.)
Hibernation Hard disk Rather long Not required. (However power is slightly consumed to
keep the hibernation.)
Setting Standby or Hibernation
Precautions

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Standby or Hibernation Functions
• When any of the multimedia pocket device indicator , the hard disk drive indicator or the SD Memory Card indica-
tor is on.
• When playing/recording audio files or displaying motion video such as MPEG files.
• When playing a DVD-Video.
• When writing to a disc.
• When using communication software or network functions.
• When using peripheral devices.
(If peripheral devices fail to work normally, restart the computer.)
• When an external mouse is connected to the serial port.
If a disc formatted with B’s CLiP is inserted into the CD/DVD drive (while is displayed on the notification area), the com-
puter cannot enter standby or hibernation. Eject the disc beforehand.
To enter standby or hibernation
1Close the display, or press the power switch (A) until a beep*1
sounds.
Standby: The power indicator (B) blinks green.
Hibernation: The power indicator (B) goes off.
You can alternatively use the Windows menu to enter standby or hibernation. To
enter standby, click [start] - [Turn Off Computer] - [Stand By]. To enter hiberna-
tion, click [start] - [Turn Off Computer], then press and hold
Shift and click
[Hibernate].
CAUTION
While the computer is entering standby or hibernation
Do not:
• Touch the keyboard, touch pad, touchscreen (only for model with touchscreen), or power switch.
• Use an external mouse or other peripheral devices.
• Connect or disconnect the AC adaptor.
• Operate the wireless switch.
• Close or open the display.
Wait until the power indicator blinks green (standby) or goes off (hibernation).
It may take 1 or 2 minutes to enter standby or hibernation. Do not touch any key though the screen becomes dark.
At the beep*1, immediately release the power switch. After releasing the switch, do not operate it until the power indi-
cator blinks or goes off. If you press and hold the power switch for longer than 4 seconds, the computer will forcibly
shut down and unsaved data will be lost even if you have set any item in [When I press the power button on my com-
puter] (page 8 “Setting Standby or Hibernation”).
*1 If the speakers are muted, beeps do not sound.
Entering/Resuming from Standby or Hibernation

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Standby or Hibernation Functions
In standby or hibernation
Do not attach or remove a multimedia pocket device and peripheral devices. Doing so may cause malfunction.
Power is consumed in standby. Power consumption may increase when a PC Card is inserted. When power is
exhausted, the data retained in memory will be lost. Connect the AC adaptor when using the standby function.
Do not turn on/off the wireless switch.
To resume from standby or hibernation
1Open the display, or press the power switch (A).
When [Stand by] or [Hibernate] is selected as the setting for [When I close the
lid of my portable computer] (page 8), you can resume operation opening the
display.
CAUTION
Do not perform the following operations until resuming is complete. After the display is resumed, wait approximately
30 seconds (normally) or 60 seconds (when the computer is on a network).
• Touch the keyboard (except for password input), touch pad, touchscreen (only for model with touchscreen), or power
switch.
• Use an external mouse or other peripheral devices.
• Connect or disconnect the AC adaptor.
• Close or open the display.
• Shut down or restart Windows.
• Enter standby or hibernation (Wait approximately 1 minute).
• Operate the wireless switch.
NOTE
<Only for model with Bluetooth>
After resuming from sleep or hibernation, the message “TosBtMng has stopped working” may appear.
Click [Close program].
If Bluetooth connections are cut off, click [start] - [All Programs] - [Bluetooth] - [Bluetooth Settings], and connect to the
Bluetooth devices again.

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Security Measures
Use these features to protect your data.
Other security measure
• Embedded Security (TPM) (page 80): For further information, refer to the Installation Manual of “Trusted Platform
Module (TPM)”.
Set the Supervisor Password before setting the User Password.
1Start up the Setup Utility (page 75).
2Select [Security].
3Select [Set Supervisor Password] or [Set User Password], and press Enter .
4Enter your password in [Create New Password] and press Enter .
When the password has been set, you need to enter your password in [Enter Current Password] and press
Enter .
To disable the password, leave the input field empty and press
Enter .
5Enter your password again in [Confirm New Password] and press Enter .
6Press F10 , and then select [Yes] and press Enter .
CAUTION
Do not forget your password. If you forget your Supervisor Password, you will not be able to use your computer. Con-
tact Panasonic Technical Support.
When running the Setup Utility, do not leave and go away from your computer even for a short time, since other people
may set or change the password.
NOTE
The password will not be displayed on the screen.
You can use up to 32 alphanumeric characters (including spaces).
• The case (upper/lower) is ignored.
• Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password.
• You cannot use
Shift and Ctrl to input a password.
Disabling the Supervisor Password also disables the User Password.
Setting the Supervisor Password/User Password

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Security Measures
You can set a start-up password to protect your computer from unauthorized use.
1Set the password (page 11), and select [Enabled] in [Password on boot] in the [Secu-
rity] menu of the Setup Utility (page 80).
NOTE
If the Supervisor Password or User Password has been set, the password input screen will be displayed on starting-up
of the Setup Utility even though [Password on boot] is set to [Disabled].
The hard disk lock function protects the hard disk data from being read or written when the hard disk is attached to another
computer. The data can be read/written when the hard disk is returned to the original computer. (Note that the hard disk lock
does not guarantee complete protection of the data.)
1 Select [Enabled] in [Hard Disk Lock] in the [Security] menu of the Setup Utility (  page 80).
CAUTION
For the data being read/written on the original computer, the Setup Utility settings must be the same as when the hard
disk was removed.
You cannot use the hard disk lock function without setting the Supervisor Password. Set the Supervisor Password
beforehand (page 11).
When you have your hard disk drive repaired
• Contact Panasonic Technical Support.
• Before sending back the hard disk drive, be sure to set the [Hard Disk Lock] to [Disabled].
NOTE
The hard disk lock function works with the built-in hard disk. It does not work with the external hard disk.
We recommend you to set [Password on boot] to [Enabled] to ensure security though it is not required to enable the
hard disk lock.
Preventing Your Computer from Unauthorized Use
Preventing Your Hard Disk Data from Being Read or Written

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Security Measures
Disable CD/DVD drive operation to prevent the drive from being read/written and from being used to start the computer. You
can protect your data from unauthorized access or accidental overwriting.
1 Select [Disabled] in [Optical Drive] in the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility (  page 78).
NOTE
This does not work for USB CD/DVD drive.
Disabling CD/DVD Drive

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Battery Power
*1 In high temperature mode, the 100% battery level is equivalent to 80% level of the normal temperature mode.
NOTE
Once the battery is fully charged, the computer performs recharging only when the battery level becomes less than
approximately 95%, so overcharging is avoided.
Battery Indicator
Battery indicator Battery status
Not lit The battery pack is not inserted or not being charged.
Orange Charging is in progress.
Green The battery is fully-charged.
Blinking green In high temperature mode, the battery pack is discharging the power to 80%*1 of normal
temperature mode (page 16). Do not remove the battery pack in this status.
Red The remaining battery is approximately 9% or less.
Blinking red The battery pack or the charging circuit is not operating properly.
Blinking orange The battery cannot be charged temporarily due to the following reasons:
• Its internal temperature is out of the acceptable range.
• The power supply is not enough because software applications or peripheral
devices are consuming a large amount of power.

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Battery Power
You can check the remaining battery charge on the screen.
(After logging on to Windows)
1Press Fn + F9 .
When the battery pack is inserted (example)
: Normal temperature mode (page 16)
: High temperature mode (page 16)
When the battery pack is not inserted
NOTE
The battery display may not correspond to the actual remaining battery charge in the cases as below. To correct the
display, perform the Battery Recalibration (page 18).
• The battery indicator remains red.
• The indicator lights orange and the display shows 99% for a long time.
• Low battery warning appears soon after a short time of use.
This can occur when the computer is in standby for a long time without power supply from the AC adaptor.
The battery display may not be the same as that of notification area or of [Power Meter] in [Power Options Properties].
This is not a malfunction.
Checking the Remaining Battery Charge

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Battery Power
High temperature mode
The high temperature mode can prevent the battery from deteriorating when the computer is used in high-temperature envi-
ronment or used for a long time with its battery fully charged.
Select [Auto] (default) or [High Temperature] in [Environment] of the [Main] menu of the Setup Utility (page 77).
NOTE
Note that a level corresponding to a 100% charge for high temperature mode is approximately equivalent to an 80%
charge level for normal temperature mode.
After switching from [Normal Temperature] to [High Temperature] or vice versa, the remaining battery capacity will not
be displayed correctly until the battery pack is completely discharged or fully charged.
In the [Auto] mode:
Once the computer has automatically switched from the normal temperature mode to the high temperature mode, the
computer will not switch back to the normal temperature mode until the battery has been used and recharged to a total
charge level of about 5 times as much as that of the fully-charged state. This is to avoid battery deterioration.

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Battery Power
Computer behavior with low battery
The default settings are as follows.
When the battery level becomes 10%
[Low battery alarm]
When the battery level becomes 5%
[Critical battery alarm]
Displays a message that the battery level is low. Displays a message that the battery level is low, and
then the computer enters hibernation.
↓↓
Charge the battery. Connect the AC adaptor or replace the battery to start up
the computer.
Connect the AC adaptor immediately. If you do not
have the AC adaptor, exit the running programs and
Windows, then confirm that the power indicator is off.
If you have a fully charged spare battery, turn off the
computer, replace the battery and turn the computer on
again.
Connect the AC adaptor and charge the battery.
If you have a fully charged spare battery, turn off the
computer, replace the battery and turn the computer on
again.
When the computer enters hibernation with the battery
down and you resume the operation without charging
the battery, Windows may not start up normally or the
alarm function may not operate normally from then on.

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Battery Power
The “Battery Recalibration” function measures and memorizes the battery capacity. To correct the battery display, use this
function to fill the battery and then discharge it completely. Perform the procedure at least once immediately after purchasing
the computer. Normally the interval of battery recalibration is 3 months. The battery display may not be correct when the bat-
tery pack deteriorates after a long time use. In this case, perform the procedure again.
1Connect the AC adaptor.
2Close all the applications.
3Perform “Battery Recalibration”.
AClick [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Battery] - [Battery Recalibration].
BWhen the confirmation message appears, click [Start].
Frequent recalibration of the battery can degrade the battery. A caution message appears when the battery
recalibration is performed at the shorter interval than approximately a month. In this case, cancel the battery
recalibration.
CWhen the message requests shut down of Windows, click [Yes].
The battery recalibration starts.
After the battery pack is fully charged, discharging starts. When the discharging is completed, the power goes off
automatically.
After the battery recalibration is finished, normal charging starts.
NOTE
The temperature range should be 10°C to 30°C {50°F to 86°F}.
The battery recalibration may take a long time due to the large battery capacity. This is not a malfunction.
• Full charge: Approximately 4.5 hours
• Complete discharge: Approximately 5 hours
If the computer is turned off during the battery recalibration (e.g., due to power failure, or accidental removal of the AC
adaptor and battery pack), the battery recalibration will not be completed.
You can also perform the battery recalibration with the following procedure.
ARestart the computer.
B
Press and hold F9 while the [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed just after the computer starts the startup procedure.
CWhen the remaining battery capacity is displayed, press Enter .
DFollow the on-screen instructions.
Correcting the Battery Display (Battery Recalibration)

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Battery Power
The battery pack (CF-VZSU43AU) is a consumable item so the replacement will be necessary. If the battery operation time
becomes noticeably short and not recovered even after recalibrating the battery, replace with a new battery.
CAUTION
The battery pack is not charged when you first purchase it. Be sure to charge it before using for the first time. Charging
starts automatically when the AC adaptor is connected to the computer.
Use only the specified battery pack with your computer.
In standby, do not remove/replace the battery pack. Otherwise your data will be lost and the computer may be dam-
aged.
1Turn off and reverse the computer.
Do not use the standby function.
2Remove/Insert the battery pack.
To rem ov e
ASlide the right latch (A) to the unlocked position ( ).
BSlide and hold the left latch (B) to the unlocked position ( ), and hold the cen-
ter of the battery pack and push out in parallel with the bottom surface of the
computer.
To ins er t
ASlide the right latch (A) to the unlocked position ( ).
BInsert the battery pack in the correct direction until it securely fits the connector.
CSlide the right latch (A) to the locked position ( ).
Replacing the Battery Pack
A
B
A

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Battery Power
CAUTION
Make sure the latch is securely locked, otherwise the battery pack may fall when you carry the computer.
Do not remove the battery pack forcibly when the latch is locked. Doing so may damage the battery pack.