OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Personal Computer Model No. CF-C2 series Introduction ............................................................... 11 Description of Parts .................................................. 13 First-time Operation .................................................. 17 Turning On / Turning Off ........................................... 21 Useful Information Handling and Maintenance ....................................... 22 Installing Software ....................................
Safety Precautions To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock, fire, malfunction, and damage to equipment or property, always observe the following safety precautions. Explanation of symbol word panels The following symbol word panels are used to classify and describe the level of hazard, injury, and property damage caused when the denotation is disregarded and improper use is performed. DANGER Read Me First Denotes a potential hazard that will result in serious injury or death.
Precautions on the Built-in Bridge Battery (for disposal) Handling This Computer Do Not Disassemble the Computer Except When Disposing of It Generation of heat, ignition or rupture of the builtin bridge battery may result. Handling the Built-in Bridge Battery Do Not Charge Generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result. Do Not Use With Any Other Product Generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result.
Safety Precautions WARNING Insert the AC Plug Completely If the plug is not inserted completely, fire due to overheating or electric shock may result. • Do not use a damaged plug or loose AC outlet. Read Me First Do Not Place Containers of Liquid or Metal Objects on Top of This Product If water or other liquid spills, or if paper clips, coins, or foreign matter get inside this product, fire or electric shock may result.
Do not place the computer near a television or radio receiver. Keep the computer away from magnets. Data stored on the hard disk may be lost. This computer is not intended for the display of images for use in medical diagnosis. This computer is not intended for a use with connection of medical equipment for the purpose of medical diagnosis. Panasonic shall not be liable for loss of data or other incidental or consequential damages resulting from the use of this product.
Regulatory Information Important Safety Instructions When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should Read Me First When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: 1. Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool. 2.
The latest version of “ERC RECOMMENDATION 70-03” by European Radiocommunications Committee and the regulation in Turkey. Use only the antenna specified by Panasonic. Confirm the latest information to the radio regulation authorities. 40-E-1 Lithium Battery Lithium Battery! This computer contains a lithium battery to enable the date, time, and other data to be stored. The battery should only be exchanged by authorized service personnel.
Regulatory Information Safety Precautions The following safety precautions must be observed during all phases of the operation, usage, service or repair of any Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating wireless WAN modem. Manufacturers of the cellular terminal are advised to convey the following safety information to users and operating personnel and to incorporate these guidelines into all manuals supplied with the product.
For Europe Declaration of Conformity (DoC) “Hereby, Panasonic declares that this Personal Computer is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC.” Hint: If you want to get a copy of the original DoC of our above mentioned products, please contact our web address: http:// www.doc.panasonic.
Regulatory Information For UK For your safety, please read the following text carefully. This appliance is supplied with a molded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 3 ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 3 ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
Introduction 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 Operating System. indicates Windows® 7 Operating System. Terms and illustrations in these instructions Conditions that may result in minor or moderate injury. Useful and helpful information. Press [Enter] key. Press and hold [Fn] key, and then press [F5] key.
Introduction On-screen Manual For further information about the computer, you can refer to the on-screen manual. Reference Manual The Reference Manual contains the practical information to help you fully enjoy the computer’s performance. Important Tips The Important Tips will provide you with the battery information so that you can use the battery pack in the optimum condition to obtain longer operation time. To access the on-screen manuals, follow the steps below.
Description of Parts A B C O D E F G H This computer contains a magnet and magnetic products at the locations circled in the illustration at right. Avoid leaving metallic object or magnetic media in contact with these areas.
Description of Parts Bottom F G A B H I C J D E Rear side K Left side L M N Getting Started T *8 O*5 O*6 O*7 A: Hand Strap B: NFC Sensor*2/Rear Camera*3/Half Size Smart Card Slot*4 *2 Reference Manual “NFC Devices” *3 Reference Manual “Camera” *4 Reference Manual “Smart Card” C: Pen Holder D: Battery Pack E: Hard Disk Drive Reference Manual “Hard Disk Drive” F: Battery
Changing the Display Mode NOTE Do not press the tablet buttons, and do not change the display mode by holding the upper part of the display. Do not allow your fingers to get caught between the display and the base when changing the display mode. Do not allow the tether for the pen (included) or other cables to get caught between the display and the base when changing the display mode.
Description of Parts Before Using the Pen (Included) The tether prevents the pen (included) from falling accidentally. Attaching the pen (included) to the computer using the tether In this section, illustrations of the digitizer pen are used as examples. A B Pass one of the loops through the hole. C Thread the second loop on the tether through the hole D as illustrated. Getting Started second loop Using the Hand Strap The hand strap is convenient for computing while standing.
First-time Operation Preparation A Check and identify the supplied accessories. If you do not find the described accessories, contact Panasonic Technical Support. • AC Cord . . . . . . . 1 • Battery Pack . . . 1 • Digitizer pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 • AC Adaptor. . . . . 1 Model No: CF-VZSU80U or CF-VZSU82U or CF-VZSU83U Model No: CF-AA6413C • Tether . . . . . . . . . 1 Reference Manual “Screen Input Operation” • Soft Cloth . . . . . .
First-time Operation 4 Connect your computer to a power outlet. The battery charging starts automatically. CAUTION Do not disconnect the AC adaptor and do not switch the wireless switch to on until the first-time operation procedure is completed. When using the computer for the first time, do not connect any peripheral device (including wired LAN cable) except the battery pack and AC adaptor.
CAUTION You can change the user name, password, image and security setting after setup of Windows. Remember your password. If you forget the password, you cannot use Windows. Creating a password reset disk beforehand is recommended. Do not use the following words for user name: CON, PRN, AUX, CLOCK$, NUL, COM1 to COM9, LPT1 to LPT9, @, &, space.
First-time Operation 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 Open “Computer”. Right-click [Computer], then click [Manage]. To open “Computer”, proceed as follows on the Start screen. 1. Right-click any empty location on the Start screen. 2. Click [All apps] on the toolbar. 3. Click [Computer] under “Windows System”.
Turning On / Turning Off Turning On Slide and hold the power switch ( page 13) until the power indicator ( page 13) lights. NOTE Do not slide the power switch repeatedly. The computer will forcibly be turned off if you slide and hold the power switch for four seconds or longer. Once you turn off the computer, wait for ten seconds or more before you turn on the computer again. Do not perform the following operation until the drive indicator turns off.
Handling and Maintenance Operation environment Place the computer on a flat 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.
When using peripheral devices Follow these instructions and the Reference Manual to avoid any damage to the devices. Carefully read the instruction manuals of the peripheral devices. Use the peripheral devices conforming to the computer’s specifications. Connect to the connectors in the correct direction. If it is hard to insert, do not try forcibly but check the connector’s shape, direction, alignment of pins, etc. If screws are included, fasten them securely.
Handling and Maintenance In such cases, turn on the computer and move it as follows. A Hold the computer so that its keyboard side is facing the ground 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.
4. Remove the screws (10), and then remove the hand strap and covers (2). 5. Remove the rear screws and cover. A Remove the screws (16). B For models equipped with an NFC sensor, rear camera, or half size smart card slot, remove the screw (1) as shown in B in the diagram. C Remove the screws on the side (2), and remove the cover. D Slide the metal part as shown in the diagram, and remove the screw (1). The shape of the metal part differs depending on the model.
Handling and Maintenance 8. A Remove the cushion, and pull out the connector in the direction of the arrow. B Remove the screws (2), and remove the cover. ŋ Ō C Pull back the sheet. D Pull back the black tape. E Remove the screws (3). F Remove the ExpressCard Slot. ŏ Useful Information 9. Remove the screw (1), and remove the resin portion. 10.Remove the connectors on the built-in bridge battery.
Installing Software Installing software will return the computer to the default condition. When you install the software, the hard disk data will be erased. Back up important data to other media or an external hard disk before installation. CAUTION Do not delete the Recovery Partition on the hard disk. The disk space in the partition is not available to store data. To check the Recovery Partition, perform the following methods. A Open “Computer”.
Installing Software 3 Press F10. 4 Press F2 or Del while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. 5 6 Select the [Exit] menu, then select [Recovery Partition] and press Enter . Click [Reinstall Windows] and click [Next]. 7 Click [YES]. 8 9 Click [Yes, I agree to the provisions above and wish to continue!] and click [Next]. Select the setting and click [Next]. At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter. Computer will restart. The Setup Utility starts up.
CAUTION When you will install the Windows 8 OS from Windows 7, update Multi-Touch Device (touchscreen) firmware using the following procedure before step 1. A Download the document. 1. Visit the following web site: http://pc-dl.panasonic.co.jp/itn/default.html 2. Click [BIOS and EC] in [Search] at the left side menu. 3. Set the [Toughbook CF-C2] on “product” and click [Search]. 4.
Installing Software 14 At the confirmation message, click [YES]. Installation starts according to the instructions on the screen. (It will take approximately 30 - 45 minutes.) Do not interrupt installation, for example by turning off the computer or pressing Ctrl + Alt + Del. Otherwise installation may become unavailable as Windows may not start up or the data may be corrupted. 15 When Ending process screen is displayed, remove the Recovery Disc and DVD drive. Click [OK] to turn off the computer.
Troubleshooting (Basic) Follow the instructions below when a problem has occurred. There is also an advanced troubleshooting guide in the “Reference Manual”. For a software problem, refer to the software’s instruction manual. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support . You can also check the computer’s status in the PC Information Viewer Reference Manual “Troubleshooting (Advanced)”). ( Starting Up Cannot start up. The power indicator or battery indicator is not lit.
Troubleshooting (Basic) Starting Up [Executing Battery Recalibration] screen appears. The Battery Recalibration was canceled before Windows was shut down last time. To start up Windows, turn off the computer by the power switch, and then turn on. Select [Enabled] in [Password On Resume] in the [Security] menu of the Setup Utility [Enter Password] does not ( Reference Manual “Setup Utility”). appear when resuming from The Windows password can be used instead of the password set in the Setup Utility.
Entering Password Cannot log on to Windows. (“The user name or password is incorrect.” is displayed.) The user name (account name) includes an “@” mark. - If another user account name exists: Log on to Windows using another user account name, and delete the account name that includes “@”. Then create a new account name. - If no other account name exists: You need to reinstall Windows ( page 27). Shutting down Windows does not shut down. Remove the USB device and the ExpressCard.
Troubleshooting (Basic) Touch Pad / Screen Cannot point the correct position using the included digitizer pen. Reference Manual “Screen Input Operation” ). Perform the screen calibration ( Use the included pen. On the Windows logon screen or the Welcome screen, you may not be able to point the correct position using the included digitizer pen. Use the keyboard or the touch pad to log on.
Others Slide the wireless switch to turn on the wireless devices. Set the device ([Wireless LAN] / [Bluetooth] / [Wireless WAN] of [Wireless Configuration]) to [Enabled] in the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility (Wireless Configuration). - [Change PC Settings] - [Wireless]. Click [Charm] Set [Airplane mode] to [Off], and then; set [Wi-Fi] in “Wireless device” to [On] (for wireless LAN). set [Mobile broadband] in “Wireless device” to [On] (for wireless WAN).
LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM(S) (“PROGRAMS”) FURNISHED WITH THIS PANASONIC PRODUCT (“PRODUCT”) ARE LICENSED ONLY TO THE END-USER (“YOU”), AND MAY BE USED BY YOU ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LICENSE TERMS DESCRIBED BELOW. YOUR USE OF THE PROGRAMS SHALL BE CONCLUSIVELY DEEMED TO CONSTITUTE YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE. Panasonic Corporation has developed or otherwise obtained the Programs and hereby licenses their use to you.
Specifications This page provides the specifications for the basic model. The model number is different according to the unit configuration. To check the model number: Check the bottom of the computer or the box the computer came in at the time of purchase. To check CPU speed, memory size and the hard disk drive (HDD) size: Reference Manual “Setup Utility”) and select [Information] menu.
Specifications Main Specifications Model No. CF-C2A series Interface USB port 2.0 x 1, 3.0 x 2*17, Serial Port (Dsub 9-pin male)*18, Modem port (RJ-11)*10, LAN port (RJ-45), VGA port (Mini Dsub 15-pin female)*19, HDMI Port (Type A)*20, NFC (Near Field Communication) Sensor*21, Expansion Bus Connector (Dedicated 100-pin female), Microphone Jack (Miniature jack, 3.5 DIA, Stereo), Headphone Jack (Miniature jack, 3.
*7 Wireless LAN Model No. CF-C2A series Data Transfer Rates IEEE802.11a: 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6 Mbps (automatically switched)*34 IEEE802.11b: 11/5.5/2/1 Mbps (automatically switched)*34 IEEE802.11g: 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6 Mbps (automatically switched)*34 IEEE802.
Specifications *10 *11 *12 *13 *14 *15 *16 *17 *18 *19 *20 *21 *22 *23 *24 *25 *26 *27 *28 *29 *30 *31 *32 Only for model with modem. Only for model with TPM. For information on TPM, on the Start screen, click the [Manual Selector] tile, and select “Installation Manual for Double-click [Manual Selector] on the desktop, and select “Installation Manual Trusted Platform Module (TPM)” / for Trusted Platform Module (TPM)”. Only for model with rear camera. Only for model with ExpressCard slot.
Standard Limited Warranty Panasonic System Communications Company Europe Panasonic System Communications Company Europe (referred to as “Panasonic”) will repair this product (other than software, which is treated in a different section of this warranty) with new or refurbished parts, from the date of original purchase in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship. This warranty only applies to new Panasonic Toughbooks purchased in the EEA and Switzerland and Turkey.
Standard Limited Warranty Panasonic System Communications Company Europe Data Storage Media Data Storage Media is the media on which the Operating System, drivers and programs originally installed by Panasonic on the main unit are stored. This media is originally provided with the unit.
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As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Panasonic Corporation has determined that this product meets ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. By enabling available power management settings, Panasonic computers enter a low-power sleep mode after a period of inactivity, saving the user energy.
