Panasonic Cf 18ddazxmm Owners Manual

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Operation
Digitizer (Basic Operation)
Your computer is equipped with a digitizer function allowing you to perform the same opera-
tions as the touch pad or mouse by touching the surface of the display with the pen  (included).
(The following explanation gives one example (for the default settings).)
The operation settings can be changed.  For detailed information, refer to 
 “Digitizer”.
 Moving the cursor
 Double-clicking
 Clicking
 Dragging
Two quick
taps
One tap
 Right-clicking
Handling the Digitizer
Use the pen included with the computer.  You cannot use an implement other than the pen
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 screen, such as oil.
When the screen 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.
Because the digitizer uses electromagnetic induction, it may malfunction in locations such
as the following, where strong electrical fields or magnetic fields occur:
 Near AM radio base station or relay station antennas
 Near some CRT displays that generate strong electromagnetic field noise
Even if the digitizer does malfunction, it will return to normal operations when the computer
is no longer in close proximity to the locations described above.
Handling the Pen
The pen has a built-in pressure sensor to detect the touch of the pen tip.  Avoid strong shocks
(such as dropping the pen), excessive pressure on the pen tip, or allowing the pen to become
wet.  These may result in malfunctions or damage to the pen.
Clean the pen tip and screen prior to operation.  Foreign particles can scratch the screen and
impede the operation of the pen.
Use the pen only for the computer screen.  Using it for any other purpose may damage the
pen and scratch the screen.
Do not move the pen too quickly.  If the pen moves too quickly, the cursor may be unable to
follow its movement.
Touch and hold the object (i. e.
file or icon), move the pen on
the surface (dragging the ob-
ject to the desired location),
then release the pen.
Pen Button
Press and hold down
the pen button, then
tap the object.
You can move the cursor by
bringing the pen close to the
screen, without actually
touching the screen’s surface.
CursorPen 
						

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Operation
Operating in Tablet Mode
Usage Example
In Tablet Mode, the computer can be operated while holding the body as shown in the figure. In addition to being used as a regular notebook computer (Laptop mode), this computer can
also be operated in Tablet mode.  Simply turn the display around 180°, and close the computer
with the display facing up.  In Tablet mode, the computer can be operated using the digitizer
(
 page 21), the Input Panel and the tablet buttons (  “Tablet Buttons”), instead of
the internal keyboard and the touch pad.
Set the computer in Tablet mode using the following procedure.
1Open the display so that it is perpendicular with the body of the computer.
2Slide the latch C to the right, and then without releasing it, turn the display clockwise by
180°.
3Close the computer with the display facing up.
CAUTION
Do not rotate the display more than 180°, or attempt to rotate the display counter-
clockwise.
2
1
3
4
5
Latch A Latch B
To return to Laptop mode:
Perform the steps for changing the computer into
Tablet mode, only in reverse order.
1Pull up on latch A and release the latch B.
2Open the display.
3Slide the latch C to the right, and then without
releasing it, turn the display counter-clockwise
by 180°.
NOTE
4Pull up on the latch A.
5Position the latch B on the display side, then bring the latch A down to fix the display in
place.
Latch A
2
2Latch C
Latch C 
						

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Operation
Changing the Display Settings
To rotate the display
Press the rotation button 
 until the display is set at the angle
that is most comfortable for you.
For detailed information, refer to “Display Rotation”
To adjust the brightness of LCD
Press the LCD brightness control buttons 
 .
You can set the computer so that the display automatically rotates to your preferred
angle when changing from Laptop Mode to Tablet Mode or vice versa.  (
 
“Display Rotation”)
NOTE
 Pen
Tablet Buttons
LCD brightness control
Input Panel
Enter
Rotation
Security
Inputting Characters
Press the input panel button  or select  on the taskbar.
[Tablet PC Input Panel] shown below will appear, and characters can be input with the pen
(included).  For detailed information, refer to Windows help.
When using the digitizer function, use only the pen included with the computer.
NOTE     
						

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Operation
Illustrations may be difficult to view depending on the magnification.  If the illustration is too small, magnify the display.
When the taskbar is hidden at the bottom portion of Acrobat Reader, set the maximum display window size.
If a printer is connected, we recommend printing pages.  The illustrations and display samples may not print with a high
quality.
NOTE
Reference Manual
The Reference Manual and the Important Battery Tips can be accessed on your computer. When a printer is connected, these
manuals can also be printed.
The Reference Manual explains functions for you to make greater use of the computer, such as how to add peripheral devices,
how the Setup Utility works, and other useful information. (Refer to the cover of this manual for a list of the main contents
included.)
Important Battery Tips provides information on how to maximize use of the battery pack, which is necessary for computing
away from your home or office.
Opening the Reference Manual or Important Battery Tips
Reference Manual
Select [Reference Manual] in [start].
Important Battery Tips
Select 
 on the desktop.
Important Battery Tips can also be accessed from the following menu.
Select [Important Battery Tips] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals]
When the Reference Manual or Important Battery Tips is started up for the first time, the License Agreement of the Acrobat Reader
may be displayed. If it is displayed, after reading the agreement, select [Accept] to access the Reference Manual or Important
Battery Tips.
Refer to Acrobat Reader Help to use the Acrobat Reader.   
						

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Operation
Useful Information
Environment
In use: Temperature: 5 °C to 35 °C  {41 °F to 95 °F}
Humidity     : 30% to 80% RH  (No condensation)
Not in use: Temperature: -20 °C to 60 °C  {-4 °F to 140 °F}
Humidity     : 30% to 90% RH  (No condensation)
Usage Environment
NOTE
Only use the computer within the allowable temperature range.
When the computer is left powered on in a low temperature environment, set [Turn off
hard disks] to [Never] in the following menu to avoid damage to the hard disk drive.
[start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Power
Schemes]
 Places not to use your computer
Such areas may result in damage to the computer.
Areas with electronic equipment
These areas may interfere with your display or cause your computer to produce strange
sounds.
Areas with extremely high/low temperatures
Do not leave things near the computer that are sensitive to heat.  During operation, the
computer may become warm.
Before putting the computer away, be sure to wipe off any moisture.
Handling
This computer has been designed so as to minimize shock to the LCD and hard disk drive, the
leakage of liquid (e.g., water) on to the keyboard, etc., but no warranty is provided against
such trouble.  Therefore, as a precision instrument, be extremely careful in the handling.
Do not drop or hit your computer against solid objects.
Do not carry your computer when it is on.
Remove all external devices and cables, and PC Cards sticking out of the computer (see the
figure on the left) before transporting the computer.
We recommend preparing a fully charged battery.
When transporting spare batteries inside a package, briefcase, etc., it is recommended that it
be placed in a plastic bag so that its contacts are protected.
Do not place the computer upright or allow it to tip over.  When the computer receives extremely
strong shock after falling, the hard disk or floppy disk drive, etc., may become inoperable.
Do not carry the computer while the display is open, or carry it by gripping the display.
Do not put anything (e.g., a piece of paper) between the display and keyboard.
Always carry your computer with you.  Never check it in with luggage.  For use of the com-
puter inside an aircraft, we recommend asking the airlines regarding their policy on this issue.
It is a good idea to make backup copies on disks and carry them with you. 
						

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Operation
Touch Pad
 page 20
Maintenance
Areas excluding the display
Wipe these areas with a soft cloth, after applying water or detergent diluted with water to the
soft cloth and firmly wringing out excess water. Display
Use the Soft Cloth included with the computer. (For more information, refer to “Suggestions
About Cleaning the LCD Surface” that comes with the Soft Cloth.)
If the Protective Film becomes dirty or damaged, it may be time to replace your Protective
Film. The Protective Film is a disposable item. To find out the model number of your Protec-
tive Film, contact Panasonic Technical Support. (For more information, refer to the “Operat-
ing Instructions” that come with the Protective Film.)
Do not use benzene, 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.
Do not directly add or spray water or detergent.  If liquid enters the inside of the com-
puter, it may cause it to work improperly or be damaged.
CAUTION
Do not touch the screen before you re-attach a Protective Film, as you may leave a mark
or a scratch on the screen.
CAUTION
Saving Data on the Hard Disk
Do not expose your computer to shock.
Use care when handling your computer, shock may damage your hard disk or make your
software applications and data unusable.
Do not power down your computer while software applications are running or hard
disk drive indicator (
) is on.
Properly shut Windows down to avoid problems.
Save all valuable data to disks.
Backing up data to disks will limit damage should trouble occur to your computer or should
you inadvertently change or erase data.
Use the security function for all important data.  (  “Security Measures”)
Hard Disk Lock
When the Hard Disk Lock is set to [Enable], it is impossible to read/write data from/to the
hard disk  when the hard disk is installed in a different computer, since a password is also set
for the hard disk. When the hard disk is returned to the original computer, you can read/write
data as before.  In this case, however, make the settings in the Setup Utility exactly the same
as they were before the hard disk was removed.  (Note that this Hard Disk Lock does not
guarantee the complete protection of data.) (
   “Security Measures”)
Users are advised to purchase the latest versions of virus protection software and use
them regularly.
We recommend you run the software:
 When booting your computer.
 After receiving data.
We recommend that you check data received on disks or from external sources, such as data
downloaded from the Internet, e-mail, etc.  (For compressed files, uncompress them before
running a check).
Computer Viruses
Useful Information 
						

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Operation
When Using Peripheral Devices
Pay strict attention to the following points to avoid damage to the computer, peripheral de-
vices, cables, etc.  Also, in addition to following this manual and the Reference Manual, care-
fully read the instruction manuals for the peripheral devices being used.
Use only peripheral devices that conform to the computer’s specifications.
Connect the devices properly, paying close attention to the condition and position of the
connectors.
If a connection cannot be made easily, do not apply undue force; check once more to con-
firm the condition and position of the connector (alignment of pins, etc.) .
If the connector has holding screws, fasten the screws firmly.
Do not carry the computer with cables attached, and do not pull on the cables forcefully.
To prevent theft of data or unauthorized access to the hard disk
via a wireless LAN.
If you plan to use wireless LAN functions, we recommend that you do so only after making
the appropriate security settings, such as for data encryption.
Wireless LAN
When Disposing of or Transferring Ownership of This Device
When disposing of or transferring ownership of this device, erase all data on the hard disk in
order to prevent the theft of hard disk data. Even if you delete data or initialize the hard disk
through normal Windows commands, data can still be read using special software. In order to
erase all data, either have the data erased by a specialist (at a charge) or use the hard disk data
erase utility (included) (
 p age 42 ).  (Note that this hard disk data erase utility does not
guarantee that data will be completely erased.)
Also, note that if you transfer ownership of this device without deleting commercial soft-
ware that you have installed to the hard disk, you may be in violation of the licensing
agreement for that software.
When Changing Hard Disk Partitions
When using the hard disk backup function ( page 38), do not divide up the hard disk before
creating a backup region. If you do this, the backup region cannot be created. Divide into the
partition when the backup region is created.
Windows Update
You can use the latest patches and service packs for Windows with the following menus.
Do not apply “Driver Updates” even if a message to update a driver appears. If a driver
update is required, contact to Panasonic Technical Support.
[start] - [All programs] - [Windows Update] 
						

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Troubleshooting
List of Error Codes
When turning on the computer, if one of the following error codes or messages is displayed, follow the instructions shown below.
If the problem persists, or if the error code or message displayed is not shown here, contact Panasonic Technical Support.
Error Code/Message
0211: Keyboard error
0251: System CMOS checksum
bad - Default configuration
used
0271: Check date and time set-
tings
0280: Previous boot incomplete
- Default configuration used
Press  to resume,  to
Setup
Operating System not found
Action
If an external keyboard or mouse is connected, disconnect these devices.
An error has occurred in the memory that stores the Setup Utility settings.  This error occurs
when the memory content is changed through some inadvertent operation by a program or
other function.
Run the Setup Utility and load the default values, then change the settings to the appro-
priate values as needed.
If the problem persists, the internal clock battery may need to be replaced. Contact Pana-
sonic Technical Support.
The data and time setting are incorrect.
Run the Setup Utility and set the date and time correctly.
If the problem persists, the internal clock battery may need to be replaced. Contact Pana-
sonic Technical Support.
Startup has failed repeatedly, so the Setup Utility settings have been returned to their default
values, and the computer has been restarted.
  Run the Setup Utility and load the default values, then change the settings to the appropri-
ate values as needed.
Write down the error details and press    F2    to run the Setup Utility. Confirm the
settings, and change the settings to the appropriate values as needed.
The OS is not properly installed on the floppy disk or the hard disk that you are trying to
boot from.
If the computer cannot be booted from the floppy disk, check the floppy disk drive to
ensure that the disk is in fact bootable, and change it to another if not.
If the computer cannot be booted from the hard disk, confirm whether the hard disk is
properly recognized in [Information] menu of the Setup Utility.
If the hard disk is recognized, perform the reinstallation procedure. If not, contact Pana-
sonic Technical Support.
If a device is connected to the USB port, disconnect the device, or run the Setup Utility
and set [Legacy USB Support] in [Advanced] menu to [Disable].
 To run the Setup Utility
1Restart the computer.
2Press   F2   while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed soon after the computer begins the startup procedure. 
						

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Troubleshooting
Dealing with Problems (Summary)
The power indicator or bat-
tery indicator is not lit
The computer does not op-
erate when a USB device is
connected
[Enter Password] is dis-
played
POST Startup Error(s) is
displayed
Windows startup, or an op-
eration is extremely slow
The date and time are incor-
rect
When resuming from the
standby or hibernation
mode, [Enter Password]
does not appear even if a
password has been set in the
Setup Utility
When the administrator
password is forgotten
When “Remove disks or
other media. Press any key
to restart” (or a similar mes-
sage) is displayed
Check the cable connection for the AC adaptor.
Check to see if a fully charged battery is properly installed.
Remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adaptor, then connect them again.
The computer may not operate when certain USB devices are connected.  Disconnect the
USB device, or set [Legacy USB Support] to [Disable] in [Advanced] menu of the Setup
Utility.
Input your Supervisor Password or User Password. If you have forgotten it, contact Pa-
nasonic Technical Support.
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Press   F9   in the Setup Utility (  “Setup Utility”).   This will restore the Setup
Utility’s settings to their default values (except the password settings).  Then, the Setup
Utility must be run once again for you to input the appropriate operating environment
settings.  (The processing speed depends on the application software used, so this opera-
tion may not cause the processing speed to increase.)
Disable any resident software.
You can set the date and time using the following menu.
[start] - [Control Panel] - [Date, Time, Language, and Regional Options] - [Date and Time]
  When the computer is connected to a LAN, confirm the date and time of the server.
If you continue to experience problems, the internal battery maintaining the clock may
need to be replaced.  Contact Panasonic Technical Support.
  This computer will not correctly recognize the date and time starting from the year 2100 A.D.
  Even when a password has been set in the Setup Utility, [Enter Password] does not appear
when the computer resumes from the standby or hibernation mode.
If you want to use the security function when using the standby or hibernation mode, use the
Windows password as follows:
1Select the account to change in [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts] and set the
password.
2Add the check mark for [Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby]
in [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced].
Set the password again in the following procedure.
If you have created a password reset disk (
 page 16), a message is displayed when
you fail to correctly enter the password. Follow the message’s instructions and set the
password again by using the password reset disk.
If you have not created a password reset disk, after reinstalling, setup Windows and then
set the password again.
This means a floppy disk that does not contain system startup information has been left in
the floppy disk drive. Remove the floppy disk, and press any key.
This message may appear when certain USB devices are connected. Remove the USB
device, or set [Legacy USB Support] in [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility to [Disable].
If the message still appears even after trying the above two measures, this may be an
indication that some type of hard disk failure has occurred. Contact Panasonic Technical
Support.
When a problem occurs, refer to this page.  The “Reference Manual” also contains detailed information.  If a problem appears to be
related to a software application, read the software related manual.  If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact Panasonic
Technical Support. You can use the PC Information Viewer to check the computer’s usage status. (
  “Dealing with
Problems (Advanced)”)
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Troubleshooting
No display after powering on
The power has not been
turned off, but after a cer-
tain period of time, there is
no display
When the battery pack is
used, the screen is darker
than when the AC adaptor
is connected
An afterimage appears (e.g.,
green, red, and blue dots
remain on the display) or
there are dots not display-
ing the correct colors
The external display no
longer displays properly
When you want to display
the fonts or icons at a larger
size
When there is no display to an external display,
 Check your cable connection to the external display.
 Confirm your display is powered on.
 Check the settings for your external display.
The display destination may be set to the external display.
Try changing the display destination by pressing    Fn   +   F3   .
If you want to switch the display destination repeatedly by pressing    Fn   +   F3   , make
sure that the display destination has switched completely each time before pressing
  Fn   +   F3   again.
Press   Fn   +   F2    and adjust the brightness.
Has the computer been set to the power-saving mode?
    To resume operation of your computer from the condition the power of the display is off
(for energy conservation purposes), press any key unrelated to the direct triggering of a
selection, like   Ctrl   .
To save power, your computer may have automatically entered the standby mode (power
indicator blinks green) or hibernation mode (power indicator turns off).  In such cases,
slide the power switch.
Press   Fn   +   F2   and adjust the brightness.  Note, however, that when the brightness is
increased, the battery running time will become shorter.
Brightness can be set to separate levels for when the AC adaptor is connected and when
it is disconnected.
If an image is displayed for a prolonged period of time, an afterimage may appear.  This
is not a malfunction.  The afterimage will disappear when a different screen is displayed.
High-precision and advanced technologies are necessary in the production of color liquid
crystal displays (color LCDs).  Therefore, if 0.002% or less of the picture elements either
fail to light or remain constantly lit (that is, more than 99.998% of elements are function-
ing properly), no defect is considered to exist.
When an external display not compatible with the power saving mode is used with the
computer, the display may not function correctly when the computer enters the power
saving mode.  In such cases, turn off the power to the external display.
Change the size of the icons, etc. using “Icon Enlarger” (  “Icon Enlarger”).
 Display
Press   F9    in the Setup Utility (  “Setup Utility”).   This will restore the Setup
Utility’s settings to their default values (except the password settings).
Try removing all peripheral devices.
Check a disk error using the following procedure.
1Select [Local Disk(C:)] with the right button in [start] - [My Computer], and select
[Properties].
2Select [Tools] - [Check Now].
3Select [Start] after selecting required items in [Check disk options].
At startup, hold down    F8    when the [Panasonic] boot screen disappears*1, and release
your finger when the Windows Advanced Options Menu is displayed.  Start the computer
in Safe Mode, and confirm the details of the error.
*1When [Password on boot] is set to [Enable], [Enter Password] appears after the [Panasonic] boot
screen disappears. Hold down   F8   soon after inputting the password and pressing    Enter  .
 Starting Up (continued)
When the previous item is
not the cause
Dealing with Problems (Summary)