Panasonic FZ-G1 Series Operating instructions

Tablet Computer
Model No. FZ-G1 series
Introduction.....................................................2
Description of Parts ........................................4
First-time Operation........................................6
Turning On / Turning Off.............................. 12
Useful Information
Handling and Maintenance.......................... 13
Installing Software ....................................... 19
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting (Basic)............................... 25
Appendix
LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT...... 31
Specications .............................................. 33
Standard Limited Warranty.......................... 38
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.
Getting Started
Useful Information
Troubleshooting
Appendix
Getting Started
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Operating Instructions - Basic Guide

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Getting Started
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. For optimum performance and safety, please
read these instructions carefully.
In these instructions, the names are referred as follows.
indicates Windows®8.1 Operating System.
indicates Windows®7 Operating System.
nTerms and illustrations in these instructions
CAUTION : Conditions that may result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTE : Useful and helpful information.
Enter
: Press [Enter] key.
Alt
+
Del
: Press and hold [Alt] key, and then press [Del] key.
è: Page in these Operating Instructions or in the Reference Manual.
: Reference to the on-screen manuals.
Display “Charm” Flick from right side to inside of the screen.
Touch [Charm] - : This illustration means to touch (Settings) in the Charm menu.
(Start) - [All Programs] : Touch (Start), and then touch [All Programs].
l Someillustrationsaresimpliedtohelpyourunderstandingandmaylookdifferentfromthe
actual unit.
lIf you do not log on as an administrator, you cannot use some functions or cannot display
some screens.
lRefer for the latest information about optional products to the catalogs, etc.
lIn these instructions, the names and terms are referred as follows.
“Windows®8.1 Update Pro 64-bit” as “Windows” or “Windows 8.1”
“Windows®7 Professional 32-bit Service Pack 1” and “Windows®7 Professional 64-bit Ser-
vice Pack 1” as “Windows” or “Windows 7”
“Multilingual User Interface” as “MUI”
l
Screen messages are explained in [English (United States)].
(Depending on the language preference, some screen messages in these instructions are dif-
ferent from the actual screen messages. For example, [Flight mode] may be displayed instead
of [Airplane mode] in some language preference.)
nDisclaimer
Computerspecicationsandmanualsaresubjecttochangewithoutnotice.PanasonicCorpora-
tion assumes no liability for damage incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or dis-
crepancies between the computer and the manuals.
nTrademarks
Microsoft®, Windows®, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation
of the United States and/or other countries.
Intel, Core and PROSet are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation.
microSDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
Introduction

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Adobe, the Adobe logo and Adobe Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of
Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
Bluetooth®is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to
Panasonic Corporation.
HDMI,theHDMILogoandHigh-DenitionMultimediaInterfacearetrademarksorregistered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
Names of products, brands, etc., appearing in this manual are trademarks or registered trade-
marks of their respective own companies.
nOn-screen Manual
For further information about the computer, you can refer to the on-screen manual.
lReference Manual
The Reference Manual contains the practical information to help you fully enjoy the comput-
er’s performance.
lImportant Battery Tips
The Important Battery Tips will provide you with the battery information so that you can use
the battery in the optimum condition to obtain longer operation time.
To access the on-screen manuals, follow the steps below.
On the Start screen, touch the [Manual Selector] tile, and select the on-screen manual.
Double-touch [Manual Selector] on the desktop screen, and select the on-screen manual.
NOTE
l[Contents] tab or [Search] tab is displayed on the left side of the window.
Select tab and display the desired item.

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Description of Parts
Front Camera
èReference Manual “Camera”
A: Camera Indicator
B: Camera Lens
C: Microphone
D: Ambient Light Sensor
The ambient light sensor is equipped with
an automatic brightness adjustment func-
tion that adjusts the display screen.
(èpage 15)
E: Security lock
A Kensington cable can be connected.
For further information, read the manual
that comes with the cable.
F: DC-IN jack
G: Tablet Buttons
èReference Manual “Tablet Buttons”
H: LED Indicator
: Power Indicator
Off : Power off/Hibernation, Green:
Power on, Blinking green: Sleep,
Blinking green and orange: Cannot
power on or resume due to low tem-
perature.
: Drive status
: Battery status
èpage 14 “When the battery indi-
cator does not light on”
èReference Manual “Battery
Power”
I: Power Switch
J: USB3.0 Port
èReference Manual “USB Devices”
K: HDMI Port
èReference Manual “External Dis-
play”
L: Headset Jack
A headset or headphone can be connect-
ed.
Front side
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㪜
㪝
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Right side

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A: Ventilation Hole (Intake)
B: Ventilation Hole (Exhaust)
C: Dust Cover
è
page 16 “To clean inside of the dust cover”
D: USB2.0 Port*1 / LAN Port*2 / Serial Port*3 /
MicroSD Memory Card Slot*4 / GPS*5
*1 Only for model with USB2.0 port
èReference Manual “USB Devices”
*2 Only for model with LAN port
èReference Manual “LAN”
*3 Only for model with Serial port
èReference Manual “Serial Port”
*4
Only for model with microSD memory card slot
è
Reference Manual “MicroSD Memory Card”
*5 Only for model with GPS
Rear Camera
<Only for model with Rear Camera>
èReference Manual “Camera”
E: Camera Indicator
F: Camera Lens
G: Camera light
H: Battery Pack
èReference Manual “Battery Power”
I: Battery Latch
èReference Manual “Battery Power”
J: Wireless LAN Antenna
<Only for model with wireless LAN>
èReference Manual “Wireless LAN”
K: Wireless WAN Antenna
<Only for model with wireless WAN>
èReference Manual “Wireless WAN”
L: Smart Card Slot*6 / Magnetic Stripe Card
Reader*7 / RFID Reader*8 / Built-in Bridge
Battery*9
*6 Only for model with Smart Card Slot
èReference Manual “Smart Card”
*7 Only for model with Magnetic Stripe Card
Reader
èReference Manual “Magnetic Stripe
Card Reader”
*8 Only for model with RFID Reader
èReference Manual “RFID Reader”
*9
Only for model with Built-in Bridge Battery
èReference Manual “Battery Power”
M: External Antenna Connector
N: LED Indicator (Battery status)
<Only for model with Built-in Bridge Battery>
èReference Manual “Battery Power”
O: SIM Card Slot
<Only for model with wireless WAN>
èReference Manual “Wireless WAN”
P: Expansion Bus Connector
èReference Manual “Cradle”
Q: Wireless LAN Antenna / Bluetooth An-
tenna
<Only for model with wireless LAN>
<Only for model with Bluetooth>
èReference Manual “Wireless LAN”
“Bluetooth”
R: Speaker
èReference Manual “Dashboard for
Panasonic PC”
S: Pen Holder
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㪣㪧㪦㪥㪨㪩㪤
Rear side

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nPreparation
ACheck and identify the supplied accessories.
Ifyoudonotndthedescribedaccessories,contactPanasonicTechnicalSupport.
• AC Adaptor.. 1
Model No:
CF-AA64B3C
• AC Cord .... 1• Battery Pack ..... 1
Model No: FZ-VZSU84U or
FZ-VZSU88U
• Digitizer pen...... 1
èReference Manual
“Screen Input Operation”
• Tether ...... 1• Soft Cloth ... 1
èReference Manual “Screen Input Operation”
• OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (This book)...................1
BRead the LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT before breaking the seal on the comput-
er’s packaging (èpage 31).
1 Inserting the Battery Pack.
Turn over the computer and insert the battery pack until it touch
to the secured position.
lMake sure no foreign objects are under the computer.
CAUTION
lMake sure the latch is securely locked. Otherwise the battery
pack may fall when you carry the computer.
lDo not touch the terminals of the battery pack and the computer.
Doing so can make the terminals dirty or damaged, and may
cause malfunction of the battery pack and the computer.
NOTE
lNote that the computer consumes electricity even when the com-
puter power is off. If the battery pack is fully charged, the battery
will fully discharge in the following period of time:
Status Discharge period
FZ-VZSU84U FZ-VZSU88U
When power is off*1 Approx. 6 weeks Approx. 12 weeks
In hibernation Approx. 10 days Approx. 20 days
In sleep*2 Approx. 7 days Approx. 14 days
*1 <Only for model with Built-in Bridge Battery>
The period of time is the value when the built-in bridge battery
is fully charged.
*2 <Only for model with LAN>
If “Wake Up from wired LAN” is enabled, the period of time will
be shorter.
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2 Attaching the pen (included) to the computer.
The tether prevents the pen (included) from falling accidentally.
APass one of the loops
through the hole.
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BPass one of the loops
through another loop.
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CThread the second loop on
the tether through the hole
as illustrated.
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DPass the pen and tether
through the second loop.
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CAUTION
l
Do not pull the tether with excessive force. The pen (included) may
hit the computer, person’s body or other objects when released.
3 Connect your computer to a power outlet.
The battery charging starts automatically.
CAUTION
l DonotdisconnecttheACadaptoruntiltherst-timeoperation
procedure is completed.
l Whenusingthecomputerforthersttime,donotconnectany
peripheral device (including wired LAN cable) except the battery
pack and AC adaptor.
lHandling the AC adaptor
Problems such as sudden voltage drops may arise during pe-
riods of thunder and lightning. Since this could adversely affect
your computer, an uninterruptible power source (UPS) is highly
recommended unless running from the battery pack alone.
4 Turn on the computer.
Press and hold the power switch (èpage 4) until the
power indicator (èpage 4) lights.
CAUTION
lDo not press the power switch repeatedly or do not hold the
power switch for four seconds or longer.
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First-time Operation
5 <For MUI OS model>
Select language and OS (32-bit or 64-bit).
CAUTION
lCarefully choose your language because you cannot change
it later. If you set a wrong language, you need to reinstall
Windows.
NOTE
lYou can operate with the Tablet Buttons. Follow the
instructions.
: ↑
: ↓
: Enter key
: Tab key
ASelect language and OS (32-bit or 64-bit) on “Select OS”
screen and touch [OK].
Thelanguagesettingwillstartbytouching[OK]ontheconr-
mation screen.
The language and OS setting will be completed in about 15
minutes.
BWhen termination screen is displayed, touch [OK] to turn off
the computer.
CTurn on the computer.
6 Setup Windows.
Select language and touch [Next].
Turn on the computer.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
lThe computer restarts several times. Do not touch the screen
or tablet buttons, and wait until the drive indicator has
turned off.
lAfter the computer is turned on, the screen remains black or
unchanged for a while, but this is not a malfunction. Wait for
a moment until the Windows setup screen appears.
lSetup of Windows will take approximately
5 minutes / 20 minutes.

Gotothenextstep,conrmingeachmessageonthedisplay.
lFollow the steps below.

AWhen “Enable sensors” is displayed, touch [Enable this
sensor].

BWhen the [User Account Control] screen is displayed,
touch [Yes].

CAtthe[DisplayRotationTool]conrmationscreen,touch
[Yes].

The computer restarts automatically, and the setting is en-
abled.

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lYou can set the Wireless Network after the setup of Windows
is complete.
If “Get online” is displayed, select “Skip this
step”.
“Join a wireless network” screen may not ap-
pear.
lVerify the time zone, date and time.
CAUTION
lYou can change the user name, password, image and security
setting after setup of Windows.
lRemember your password. If you forget the password, you can-
not use Windows. Creating a password reset disk beforehand is
recommended.
lDo not use the following words for user name: CON, PRN,
AUX, CLOCK$, NUL, COM1 to COM9, LPT1 to LPT9, @, &,
space. In particular, if you create a user name (account name)
that includes the “@” mark, a password will be requested at
the log-on screen, even if no password has been set. If you
try to log on without entering a password, “The user name or
password is incorrect.” may be displayed and you will not be
able to sign in / log on to Windows
(èpage 28).
lUse standard characters as a computer name: numbers 0
through 9, uppercase and lowercase letters from A to Z, and the
hyphen (-) character.
If the error message “The computer name is not valid” appears,
check if characters other than the above are not entered. If the
error message still remains on the display, set the key entry
mode to English (“EN”) and enter characters.
7 Create the recovery disc.
A recovery disc allows you to install OS and restore its factory
default condition, in case, for example, the recovery partition
oftheashmemoryisdamaged.Werecommendcreatinga
recovery disc before you begin using the computer.
Refer to èReference Manual “Recovery Disc Creation Util-
ity” about creating the disc.

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First-time Operation
NOTE
lPC Information Viewer
 Thiscomputerperiodicallyrecordsthemanagementinformationoftheashmemory,etc.The
maximum data volume for each record is 1024 bytes.
Thisinformationisonlyusedforestimatingthecausewhentheashmemorygoesdownby
any possibility. They are never sent to outside via network nor used for any other purpose
except for the purpose described the above.
To disable the function, add the check mark for [Disable the automatic save function for man-
agement information history] in [Hard Disk Status] of PC Information Viewer, and touch [OK].
Then follow the on-screen instructions.
(èReference Manual “Checking the Computer’s Usage Status”)
l<For MUI OS model>
In the default settings, a shortcut icon for Korean language is on the Desktop screen. You may
delete the icon if not necessary.
l<For MUI OS model>
If the recovery partition is deleted, you cannot create Recovery Disc(s).
n Before using wireless function
ADisplay “Charm” and touch - [Change PC Settings] - [Network] - [Airplane mode].
Set [Airplane mode] to [Off], and then;
set [Wi-Fi] to [On] (for wireless LAN).
set [Mobile broadband] to [On] (for wireless WAN).
set [GPS] to [On] (for wireless WAN).
set [Bluetooth] to [On] (for Bluetooth).
ATouch the Wireless Switch Utility icon to show the pop-up menu.
BSelect ON for the device you want to enable.
n To change the partition structure
You can shrink a part of an existing partition to create unallocated disk space, from which you can
create a new partition. In the default setting, you can use a single partition.
A
Touch and hold at the bottom left corner of the Desktop screen.
Touch (Start) and touch and hold [Computer], then touch [Manage].
lA standard user needs to enter an administrator password.
BTouch [Disk Management].
CTouch and hold the partition for Windows (“c” drive in the default setting), and touch [Shrink
Volume].
l Thepartitionsizedependsonthecomputerspecications.
DInput the size in [Enter the amount of space to shrink in MB] and touch [Shrink].
lYou cannot input a larger number than the displayed size.
lTo select [Reinstall to the OS related partitions.] in installing OS (èpage 21),
70 GB*1 / 60 GB or more is necessary for [Total size after
shrink in MB].
ETouch and hold [Unallocated] (the shrunk space in the step D) and touch [New Simple
Volume].
FFollow the on-screen instructions to make the settings, and touch [Finish].
Wait until formatting is completed.
*1 For MUI OS model, 100 GB or more is necessary.

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NOTE
lYou can create an additional partition using remaining unallocated space or newly creating
unallocated space.
lTo delete a partition, touch and hold the partition and touch [Delete Volume] in the step C.
n<For MUI OS model>To select language
Toselectalanguageotherthantheoneyouhaveselectedduringtherst-timeoperation,follow
the steps below.
AOpen the Control Panel.
1. Perform either of the following procedures.
Touch and hold at the bottom left corner of the Desktop screen.
Flick from the middle of the Start screen to the top.
2. Touch [Control panel]
BTouch [Clock, Language, and Region] - [Language] - [Add a language].
CSelect a language, and then touch [Add].
Depending on the region, two or more languages are selectable. Touch [Open] and select
the desired language, and then touch [Add].
DTouch [Options] for the language you want to use.
ETouch [Make this the primary language].
FTouch [Log off now].
GSign in to the Windows.

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Turning On
Press and hold the power switch (èpage 4) until the power indicator (èpage 4)
lights.
NOTE
lDo not press the power switch repeatedly.
lThe computer will forcibly be turned off if you press and hold the power switch for four sec-
onds or longer.
lOnce you turn off the computer, wait for ten seconds or more before you turn on the computer
again.
lDo not perform the following operation until the drive indicator turns off.
Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor
Pressing the power switch
Touching the tablet buttons, screen or external mouse/keyboard
Turning Off
You can shut down the computer by using either of the following steps.
From the Start screen:
ATouch - [Shut down].
From the Desktop screen:
ATouch and hold at the bottom left corner of the Desktop screen.
BTouch [Shut down or sign out] - [Shut down].
Both the Start screen and Desktop screen:
ADisplay “Charm” and touch .
BTouch [Power] - [Shut down].
Touch (Start) - [Shutdown].
NOTE
l
To turn off the computer completely, proceed as follows.
ADisplay “Charm” and touch - [Change PC settings] - [Update and recovery] - [Recovery].
BTouch [Restart now] under “Advanced startup”.
CTouch [Turn off your PC].
Precaution against Starting Up/Shutting Down
lDo not do the following
Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor
Pressing the power switch
Touching the screen or external mouse/keyboard
NOTE
lTo conserve power, the following power saving methods are set at the time of purchase.
The screen automatically turns off after :
10 minutes (when AC adaptor is connected) of inactivity
5 minutes (when operating on battery power) of inactivity
The computer automatically enters sleep*1 after :
20 minutes (when AC adaptor is connected) of inactivity
15 minutes (when operating on battery power) of inactivity
*1 Refer to Reference Manual “Sleep or Hibernation Functions” about resuming from sleep.
Turning On / Turning Off

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Useful Information
Operation environment
l Placethecomputeronaatstablesurfacenotsubjecttoshock,vibration,anddangerof
dropping. Do not place the computer upright or turn it over. If the computer is exposed to an
extremely strong impact, it may become damaged.
lOperating environment
Temperature: Operation : -10 °C to 50 °C (IEC60068-2-1, 2)*1
Storage : -20 °C to 60 °C
Humidity: Operation : 30%to 80%RH (No condensation)
Storage : 30%to 90%RH (No condensation)
Even within the above temperature/humidity ranges, operation for a long time in extreme en-
vironments, smoking nearby, or operation in places where oil is used or where there is a lot of
dust will result in the product deterioration and will shorten the product life.
*1 Do not expose the skin to this product when using the product in a hot or cold environment.
(è OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - Read Me First)
If the computer is wet in temperatures of 0 °C or below, freeze damage may occur. Make sure
to dry off the computer in such temperatures.
lDo not place the computer in the following areas, otherwise the computer may be damaged.
Near electronic equipment. Image distortion or noise may occur.
In extremely high or low temperature.
lAs the computer can become hot during operation, keep it away from items that are sensitive
to heat.
Handling cautions
ThiscomputerisdesignedtominimizeshocktopartssuchastheLCDandtheashmemory
drive, but no warranty is provided against any trouble caused by shock. Be extremely careful
when handling the computer.
lWhen carrying the computer:
Turn off the computer.
Remove all external devices, cables, Smart Cards and other protruding objects.
Do not drop or hit the computer against solid objects.
Do not grip the display part.
lWhen you board an airplane, take the computer with you and never put it in your checked lug-
gage. When using the computer on airplane, follow the airline’s instructions.
lWhen carrying a spare battery, put it in a plastic bag to protect its terminals.
lBe careful not to get injured by dropping or getting hit when carrying the computer.
lUse only the included digitizer pen to touch the screen. Do not place any object on its surface
and do not press down strongly with sharp-pointed or hard objects that may leave marks (e.g.,
nails, pencils and ball point pens).
l
Do not use the screen when dust or dirt (e.g., oil) is on the screen. Otherwise foreign particles on
the screen/digitizer pen can scratch the screen surface or obstruct the digitizer pen operation.
lUse the digitizer pen only for touching the screen. Using it for any other purpose may damage
the digitizer pen and result in scratches on the screen.
lThe digitizer uses electromagnetic induction and may not work properly near strong electrical
eldormagneticeldsuchas:
Near AM radio base station or relay station antennas
NearCRTdisplaysthatgeneratestrongelectromagneticeldnoise
Move the digitizer away from such locations so it will work properly.
lThe pointer cannot follow the digitizer pen movement if you move the digitizer pen too quickly.
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Handling and Maintenance
nWhen the battery indicator does not light on
The battery indicator may not light on even if the AC adaptor and the battery pack are correctly
connected to the computer, due to the following reasons.
lThe AC adaptor’s protection function may be working. In this case, pull out the AC cord and
wait for more than 1 minute before reconnecting the AC cord.
nWhen using peripheral devices
Follow these instructions and the Reference Manual to avoid any damage to the devices. Care-
fully read the instruction manuals of the peripheral devices.
l Usetheperipheraldevicesconformingtothecomputer’sspecications.
lConnect to the connectors in the correct direction.
lIf it is hard to insert, do not try forcibly but check the connector’s shape, direction, alignment of
pins, etc.
lIf screws are included, fasten them securely.
lRemove the cables when you carry the computer. Do not pull the cables forcibly.
n Preventing your computer from unauthorized use via wireless LAN/Bluetooth/Wireless
WAN
<Only for model with wireless LAN/Bluetooth/Wireless WAN>
l
Before using wireless LAN/Bluetooth/Wireless WAN, make the appropriate security settings
such as data encryption.
nBattery Recalibration
lThe battery recalibration may take a long time due to the large battery capacity. This is not a
malfunction.
<When performing “Battery Recalibration” after shutting down Windows>
Full charge: Approximately 2.5 hours (with FZ-VZSU84U) / Approximately 3.0 hours (with
FZ-VZSU88U)

Complete discharge: Approximately 3.0 hours (with FZ-VZSU84U) / Approximately 7.0 hours
(with FZ-VZSU88U)

When performing “Battery Recalibration” without shutting down Windows, it may take more time to
charge / discharge.
nSensors
This computer is equipped with four sensors (acceleration sensor, gyro sensor, magnetic sensor,
ambient light sensor), and you can use these sensors with any software that is compatible.
As the accuracy of each sensor output is dependent on the operating environment and other con-
ditions, the results should only be used as a reference.
The acceleration sensor, gyro sensor, and magnetic sensor are located at the bottom left of the
LCD. The detection results of each sensor may vary depending on how you are holding the com-
puter, the application software you are using, and other factors.

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lAutomatic brightness adjustment
The computer is equipped with an automatic brightness adjustment function that adjusts the
displayscreenbasedontheambientlightsensor.Youcanconguretheautomaticadjustment
function as follows.
A Display “Charm” and touch - [Change PC Settings] - [PC and devices] - [Power and
sleep], then set [Adjust my screen brightness automatically] to [On].
A Touch (Start) - [Control Panel] - [Hardware and Sound] - [Power Option].
B Touch [Change plan settings] for the power plan currently used.
C
Touch [Change advanced power settings] and double-touch [Display].
D Double-touch [Enable adaptive brightness], make necessary settings, and touch [OK].
Set each item to ON, and the brightness of the screen display will adjust automatically.
The ambient light sensor is located at the top of LCD.
The ambient light cannot be detected properly if this area is obstructed or dirty.
lMagnetic sensor
The magnetic sensor on the computer operates by detecting geomagnetism. Therefore, the
magnetic sensor may not function properly and it readings may be inaccurate, especially in
the following environments.
Inside or near steel structures such as buildings or bridges
Inside or near automobiles, or near train power lines
Near metallic furniture or appliances
When the AC adaptor or other peripheral devices are brought closer to the computer
Nearmagnets,speakers,orotherobjectswithstrongmagneticelds
The magnetic directions indicated by the magnetic sensor may not be accurate immediately
afterpurchaseorinenvironmentswithpoormagneticelds.
In such cases, turn on the computer and move it as follows.
A Hold the computer so that its screen side is facing upward and level.
B While keeping the computer level, rotate it 90 degrees or more clockwise.
C Return the computer to position A, and rotate it 90 degrees or more counterclockwise.
D Return the computer to position A.
E Tilt the computer 90 degrees or more to the left so that the left side of the computer tilts
down.
F Return the computer to position A, and tilt it 90 degrees or more to the right so that the
right side of the computer tilts down.
CAUTION
 ●Holdthecomputerrmlywhenmovingit.Strongshocksfromdroppingthecomputermay
result in damage.
 ● If the sensors do not works correctly, check the settings according to the follow-
ing steps.
A Touch (Start) - [Control Panel] - [Hardware and Sound] - [Location and Other Sensors].
B Add the check mark for each check box.
C Touch [Apply].

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Handling and Maintenance
Maintenance
If drops of water or other stains get on the surface of the LCD panel, wipe them off immediately.
Failure to do so may result in staining.
To clean the LCD panel
Use the soft cloth included with the computer. (For further information, refer to “Suggestions
About Cleaning the LCD Surface” èReference Manual “Screen Input Operation”.)
To clean areas other than the LCD panel
Wipe with a soft dry cloth such as gauze. When using detergent, dip a soft cloth in water-diluted
detergent and wring it thoroughly.
CAUTION
lDo not use benzene, thinner, or rubbing alcohol since it may adversely affect the surface caus-
ing discoloration, etc. Do not use commercially-available household cleaners and cosmetics,
as they may contain components harmful to the surface.
lDo not apply water or detergent directly to the computer, since liquid may enter inside of the
computer and cause malfunction or damage.
To clean inside of the dust cover
Approximately once a month, clean up inside of the dust cover by the following procedure.
ATurn off the computer and remove the AC adaptor.
BTurn over the computer, and remove the battery pack.
C<Only for model with Built-in Bridge Battery>
Wait for about 1 minute.
DRemove the screw (A) and dust cover as illustrated below.
㪘
EClean up inside of the dust cover.
FSet the dust cover, screw and battery pack.
Dispose of Computer
nPreparation
lRemove all peripherals (microSD memory card, etc.).
l
Erase the stored data. (èReference Manual “Erasing Flash Memory Data”)
<Only for model with Built-in Bridge Battery>
<For Europe and U.S.A./Canada>
Attention Customers
Don’tremovethebatterybyyourself.Thebatterymustberemovedbyqualiedprofessionals.
Whendisposingofthisproduct,besuretocontactqualiedprofessionalstoremovethebattery.

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Attention Qualied professionals to remove the battery
Dispose of this product correctly in accordance with the local regulations after removing the
battery as shown in the following procedure.
CAUTION
lNever disassemble the computer except before disposal.
lRefer to the precautions when disposing of the computer.
(è OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - Read Me First)
1. Turn off the computer, and disconnect the AC adaptor.
2. Turn over the computer, remove the battery pack, and wait for about 1 minute.
3. Open up the whole hand strap.
ARemove the edge (A) of hand strap passing through the clip. (The illustration shows the
top side of hand strap as an example.)
BTip the clip (B) back to pull it out of the computer. (Do the same for the bottom side of
hand strap.)
COpen up the whole hand strap.
1
A
2
B
3
4. Remove the screws (4) and turn over the cover (C).
C

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Handling and Maintenance
5. Pull back the sheet (D) in the cover, and then remove the black screws (4).
D
6. Remove the connectors of the built-in bridge battery and remove the built-in bridge
battery (E).
E
Insulate the connectors on the built-in battery by covering them with plastic tape,
for example.

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Installing software will return the computer to the default condition. When you install the soft-
ware,theashmemorydatawillbeerased.
Back up important data to other media or an external hard disk before installation.
CAUTION
l DonotdeletetheRecoveryPartitionontheashmemory.Thediskspaceinthepartitionis
not available to store data.
To check the Recovery Partition, perform the following methods.
A
Touch and hold at the bottom left corner of the Desktop screen.

Touch (Start) and touch and hold [Computer], then touch [Manage].
lA standard user needs to enter an administrator password.
BTouch [Disk Management].
n Remove everything and reinstall Windows
Preparation
lRemove all peripherals.
lConnect the AC adaptor and do not remove it until installation is complete.
1 Perform “Remove everything and reinstall Windows”.
ADisplay “Charm”, and touch - [Change PC settings] - [Update and recovery] - [Recov-
ery].
BTouch [Get Started] under “Remove everything and reinstall Windows”.
CTouch [Next].
DSelect the option.
Justremovemyles
Perform the reinstallation of the Windows in a few moments (Approximately 20 min-
utes).
Fully clean the drive
Byfullycleaning,thedeletedlescannotberecoveredeasilyandthesecuritylevel
will be increased. The processing time will be longer (Approximately 140 minutes).
Follow the on-screen instructions.
After the reinstallation, the computer will restart.
lDo not interrupt installation, for example by turning off the computer or performing other
operation.
Otherwise installation may become unavailable as Windows may not start up or the
data may be corrupted.
2 Perform the “First-time Operation” (èpage 8).
NOTE
lThe date and time, and the time zone may not be correct. Be sure to set them correctly.
3 Perform Windows Update.
Installing Software

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Installing Software
4 <Only for model with TPM> Clear TPM.
APerform either of the following procedures.
Touch and hold at the bottom left corner of the Desktop screen.
Flick from the middle of the Start screen to the top.
BTouch [Run], then input [tpm.msc] and touch [OK].
CTouch [Clear TPM…] under “Actions” on the right of the “TPM Manager on Local Com-
puter” screen.
DTouch [Restart] of the “Manage the TPM security hardware” screen.
The computer will restart.
E When“TPMcongurationchangewasrequestedto...”isdisplayed,pressvolumeup
button.
FTouch the Desktop tile, and when “TPM is ready” appears, touch [Close].
n Hard disk (Flash memory) recovery
Preparation
lRemove all peripherals.
lConnect the AC adaptor and do not remove it until installation is complete.
You can reinstall the OS that was pre-installed at the time of purchase (Windows 8.1 or Windows 7).
If reinstallation using the method described in “Remove everything and reinstall
Windows” above is not successful, follow the steps below.
1 Start the Setup Utility.
ADisplay “Charm”, and touch - [Change PC settings] - [Update and recovery] - [Recov-
ery].
BTouch [Restart now] under “Advanced startup”.
CTouch [Troubleshoot] - [Advanced options] - [UEFI Firmware Settings] - [Restart].
Turn on the computer, and touch top left of the screen while [Panasonic] boot screen is
displayed.
lIf the [Panasonic] boot screen is not displayed, turn on the computer while touching top
left of the screen.
lIf the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password.
2 Write down all of the contents of the Setup Utility and touch [Exit] and
double-touch [Load Default Values].
Attheconrmationmessage,touch[Yes].
3 Check the [UEFI Boot] setting of the Setup Utility.
[UEFI Boot] should be set to as follows.
When installing Windows 8.1 : [Enabled]
When installing Windows 7 : [Disabled]
4 Touch [Exit] and double-touch [Save Values and Reboot].
Attheconrmationmessage,touch[Yes].
Computer will restart.
5 Touch top left of the screen while [Panasonic] boot screen is dis-
played.
The Setup Utility starts up.
lIf the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password.
6 Touch [Exit] and double-touch [Recovery Partition].