® Personal Computer OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CF-25 Series Contents Getting Started Read Me First .......................................................... 5 First-time Operation ............................................... 6 Operation Starting Up/Shutting Down ................................... 8 Computing On the Road .................................... 1 2 Battery Power ....................................................... 1 5 Security Measures ...............................................
Customer's Record Model No. Dealer's Name Serial No. or Code No. Dealer's Address Date of Purchase Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic CF-25 series computer. Please read the operating instructions thoroughly for proper operation of your new computer. Illustrations in this Manual NOTE: NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information. CAUTION: CAUTION indicates a condition that may result in minor or moderate injury.
For U.S.A. Federal Communications Commission Frequency Interference Statement Radio Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Lithium Battery Lithium Battery! This computer contains a lithium battery to enable the date, time, and other data to be stored in it. The battery should only be exchanged by service personnel.
Read Me First Saving Data on the Hard Disk Do not expose your computer to shock. Please 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 HDD indicator ( ) is on. Properly shut Windows* down to avoid problems ([Start]-[Shut Down]). Save all valuable data to floppy disks.
First-time Operation It’s now time to get started. Please read the steps below to help you learn what parts are included, and to gain an understanding of some basic computer-related operations. 1 Confirm the inclusion of all parts Make sure the parts shown in the figure have been supplied. If any of them is missing or is not working properly, please consult your nearest Panasonic dealer. CAUTION Please prepare nine 2HD formatted floppy disks to create backup disks of the Panasonic utilities.
4 Read the LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT ( page 36) Confirm that the floppy disk drive is installed. To open the display, slide the latch located at the front and lift open the display. Before removing the seal covering the power switch, please read the LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT. Removal of this seal indicates agreement to the terms specified. After you have agreed to the terms, you may turn your computer on. Power Switch CAUTION Do not slide the power switch repeatedly.
Starting Up/Shutting Down Starting Up 1 Open up the display Lift the latch and open up the display. NOTE Do not turn on the computer with the LCD panel closed if an external monitor is not connected. The computer will not power on. 2 Turn your computer on Move the power switch toward the rear direction and hold it there for about one second until the power indicator goes on before releasing it. Power Switch CAUTION Do not slide the power switch repeatedly.
Using the Touch Pad Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display and perform normal computer operations. It is not necessary to apply too much pressure on the work surface. CAUTION Do not turn the computer ON while your fingers are in contact with the touch pad. The operation of the touch pad may be affected. If operation is affected, wait at least five seconds before using the computer.
Starting Up/Shutting Down Shutting Down (power off your computer) 1 To shut down, save all data and select [Shut Down] from the [Start] menu NOTE From the keyboard, you may choose to press down on 2 Confirm shutdown Select [Shut down], then press , then select [Shut Down]. . Your computer will power off automatically.. (In the OFF state, if you are not recharging your battery pack or if the pack is fully charged, your computer consumes approximately 1.1W.
Using the hibernation function It is necessary to set the hibernation function using the Setup Utility. Power Switch Do not touch the power switch while your computer is entering the hibernation mode. Hibernation Mode 1 2 3 4 Run the Setup Utility ( Using Using with and page 40) , select [Power Management], then press and , select [Power Switch], set [Hibernation] , then press Close the Setup Utility ( page 40) CAUTION Save all data before powering off your computer.
Computing On the Road One of the main features of notebook-type computers is that you have the power of computing away from your home or office. In the following, information is provided on how to maximize use of the battery pack which is necessary for such computing. Four Important Points POINT 1 2 POINT 3 POINT Be sure to charge your battery before and after use. To get the maximum use of your battery, set the power management mode.
Setting Power Management (How to set [Advanced] and the hibernation timeout) 1 Run the Setup Utility ( page 40) 2 Using and , select [Power Management], then press 3 Using and , select [Power Saving], then set [Advanced] with (To avoid setting the hibernation timeout, press 4 Using and proceed on to step 6.
Computing On the Road Battery Status Use the Battery Indicator to Check on the Battery Status ( page 15) Battery Indicator Orange* Green* Red Blinking Battery Status Charging Fully-charged Battery charge is low (the charge is less than approx. 9% capacity) Battery pack or charger may not be working properly. red * Check your connections. If the problem persists, consult your nearest Panasonic dealer.
Battery Power Precautions Care should be exercised with regard to the following in order to avoid the possibility of liquid leakage, overheating, or bursting. • Do not throw the battery pack into a fire or expose it to heat. • Do not place the battery pack together with articles such as necklaces or hairpins when carrying or storing. • Do not insert sharp objects into the battery pack, expose it to bumps or shocks, deform, disassemble, or modify it. • Do not short the positive (+) and negative (-) contacts.
Battery Power Replacing the Battery Pack When the charge provided by your battery pack is supplied for only a short period of time, even after fully charging according to the instructions, it may be time to replace your battery pack. The battery pack is a consumable item and therefore will require replacement [CF-VZS250A (Ni-MH) or CF-VZS251 (Li-Ion)]. 1 Power off your computer ( page 10) Do not shut down using the suspend mode. CAUTION In the suspend mode, do not remove/change the battery pack.
Security Measures To prevent unauthorized access of your computer, the various security measures are provided below.
Security Measures 5 6 7 8 9 Re-enter your password at the [Enter User Password Again] (This is for confirmation purposes.) Using and , select [Set User Password], then press At the confirmation screen, press Press to end the password setting procedure Close the Setup Utility ( page 40) CAUTION To prevent the changing of your password without permission • When running the Setup Utility program, do not leave your computer even for a short time. • Set the User Password Protection option ( page 20).
When you want to prevent theft of or damage to data by using a floppy disk You may choose to protect the data on your computer from being accessed illegally or overwritten accidentally by using a floppy disk. You can also set your computer to be unbootable from a floppy disk. Preventing the use of a floppy disk This error message is displayed.
Security Measures Setting the Supervisor Password (enabling, changing, disabling) 1 2 Using and 3 Using and 4 Run the Setup Utility ( page 40) , select [Supervisor Setup], then press , select [Supervisor Password], then press To enable or change your supervisor password Enter your password at the [Enter Supervisor Password], then press . CAUTION Your password will not be displayed on the screen. Please limit your password to seven characters.
Infrared Data Communications Your computer is equipped with an infrared communications port enabling you to transfer data without a cable. Preparations for Infrared Data Communications Set the address of your infrared communications port to enable. Position your computer so that the port is face-to-face with the port of another computer. Be sure the computers are not in direct contact with one another. A port-to-port distance of 20 to 50 cm (8 to 20 inches) is recommended.
Hardware Expansion Devices capable of being used by your computer are listed in the table below. Device(s) Where to connect PC Cards (Modem, LAN, SCSI, etc.) Serial Devices (Mouse, Modem, etc.) CD-ROM drive (CF-VCD252) Second Battery Pack (CF-VZS252) Extra Memory External Display Printer Port Replicator (CF-VEB251) Keyboard, External Mouse [Type PS/2], etc. Speaker/Headphone PC Card Slots Serial Port Multimedia Pocket Multimedia Pocket RAM Module Slot Ext.
Using PC Cards Your computer has three PC Card slots. These slots conform to the PC Card Standard; therefore, communications and SCSI devices may be utilized. The slots allow you to use three Type I or Type II cards (or two Type I and one Type II), or one Type III card. Type I or II Type III One card can be used only in the bottom slot. Three cards can be used simultaneously. upper slot middle slot bottom slot CAUTION Please check the PC Cards’ specifications.
Hardware Expansion Adding Memory CAUTION RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity. There are cases where static electricity generated by the human body has adversely affected such modules. In addition, it is easy to damage the RAM modules or internal components of the computer. Therefore, when installing or removing a RAM module, handle the module with extreme care. Installing/Removing the RAM Module RAM module specifications 144 pins, 60/70 ns, 3.
Using an External Display 1 Power off your computer ( page 10) Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode. CAUTION Do not install or remove peripherals while your computer is in the suspend or hibernation mode; abnormal operation may result. 2 Connect the external display to your computer NOTE For more detailed information, please refer to the operation manual for the external display. Ext.
Hardware Expansion Using a Printer 1 Power off your computer ( page 10) Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode. CAUTION Do not install or remove peripherals while your computer is in the suspend or hibernation mode; abnormal operation may result. 2 Connect the printer to your computer NOTE Some printer cables may be difficult to connect, and may require removal of the rear cover. Take care not to lose the cover.
To change your hard disk, consult your nearest Panasonic Dealer or authorized Service Center CAUTION To customers: To change your hard disk, consult your nearest Panasonic dealer or authorized Service Center. Be sure to back up all important data before the change. To technicians (at a Panasonic dealer or authorized Service Center): Be careful when replacing the hard disk. The hard disk is extremely sensitive to shock. In addition, static electricity could later affect some internal components.
Usage, Carrying and Maintenance Usage Environment Environment Place the computer on a flat stable surface. 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) Places not to use your computer Such areas may result in damage to the computer.
Computer Diagnosis List of Error Codes If a problem occurs with your hardware, and [POST Start up Error(s)] is displayed along with the error code(s), follow the on-screen instructions. S e t u p : Setup Utility ( Exit : page 40) is started. Run [Load Default Settings (PnP)]. Next, the Setup Utility must be run again to input the appropriate operating environment settings. Ignore the error message(s), and restart the computer.
Dealing with Problems When a problem occurs, please refer to this page. If you think it has to do with the software application you are using, please read the related manual. If for some reason you still cannot figure out the problem, please consult your nearest Panasonic dealer. Starting Up The power indicator or battery indicator is not lit is displayed is not displayed Check the cable connection for the AC adapter. page 6 Check to see if a fully charged battery is properly installed.
Display No display after powering on The brightness can be adjusted with + . When purchasing the computer, the display setting has been preset for an external display. If you connect an external display, the screen is displayed on the external display. When there is no display to an external display, • Check your cable connection for the external display. • Confirm your display is on.
Dealing with Problems Connecting Peripherals Your peripheral does not work (An error occurs while installing the driver) You need to use drivers conforming to Windows 95 Version 4.00.950B (OSR-2). Some earlier drivers will no longer work. For more information, please ask the manufacturer of the driver in question. Unable to print Check the computer-printer connection. Make sure the printer is on. Make sure the printer is in the online state.
Technical Information Network The network connection may be severed when entering the standby and suspend (hibernation) mode. Be sure to disable the hibernation timeout settings with the Setup Utility if you require a network environment. When the power saving function is running, TranXit and other communications software may malfunction. For example, communications may be halted if either + , or the suspend mode (hibernation) is activated.
Reinstalling Software Before Reinstallation Preparing You will need the backup disks (you earlier made copies of page 7), Windows 95 CD-ROM, Internet Explorer CDROM (only use enclosed CD-ROM) and a blank floppy disk for the startup disk. NOTE If you have not created the backup disks, a message will appear at startup urging you to make backup copy. If there is no message, backup copy have already been created.
1 6 In [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [System] - [De- vice Manager], for each item in [Sound, Video and Game Controller], press to delete it, then press to confirm the deletion. 1 7 Select [Generic Ir Serial Port (COM2)] in [Ports (COM , then press . & LPT)], press 1 8 Select [PCMCIA socket] and if the [PCIC or compatible PCMCIA controller] is displayed, press , then . press 1 9 Select . When your computer prompts you to insert the "Windows 95 CD", please do so and at the [New .
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. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. ("MEI") has developed or otherwise obtained the Programs and hereby licenses their use to you.
Beschränkte Benutzerlizenz-Vereinbarung Das (die) mit diesem Panasonic ®-Produkt (im weiteren als "Produkt" bezeichnet) gelieferte(n) Programm(e) (im weiteren als "Programme" bezeichnet) wird (werden) nur für den Gebrauch durch den Endnutzer (im weiteren als "der Käufer" bezeichnet ) lizenziert und darf (dürfen) ausschließlich gemäß den unten aufgeführten Lizenzbedingungen benutzt werden.
Contrat de licence d'usage limité Le(s) logiciel(s) (les "Logiciels") fournis avec ce produit Panasonic ® (le "Produit") sont exclusivement concédés en licence à l'utilisateur ultime ("vous"), et ils ne peuvent être utilisés que conformément aux clauses contractuelles cidessous. En utilisant les logiciels, vous vous engagez de manière définitive à respecter les termes, clauses et conditions des présentes. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Windows 95 Setup Procedure This procedure explains step 5 on page 7 in more detail. 1 2 3 Select settings for your region, then press Select your keyboard layout, then press (for U.S.A.: United States 101, for U.K.: British) Enter your name and your company’s name, then press The License Agreement will be displayed.
Setup Utility Running the Setup Utility To run the Setup Utility, you need to restart your computer. Upon seeing this message Press F1 for Setup press NOTE The Setup Utility will not be run if is not pressed soon after the computer restarts. In this case, you need to restart your computer again. If is displayed, enter your password. If both the [User Password] and [Supervisor Password] have been set, after entering the User Password, [Supervisor Setup] and [Load Default Setting...
System Setup Internal Pointing Device Speaker Display [Enable] [Enable] [External Monitor] * 1 Setting the User Password ( page 17) (Unable to select when the User Password Protection has been set.) • User Password Coffee break Password * 2 [Enable] K e y C o m b i n a t i o n f o r C o f f e e b r e a k * 3[ A l t + C t r l + F 9 ] User Password User Password Status Disable Enter your new User Password twice.
Names and Functions of Parts Front Display (LCD) Brightness Adjustment Bright: + Dark: + Touch Pad Keyboard page 9 Infrared Communication Port (IrDA compliant) page 21 Reset Button LED Indicators When resetting your computer, use a dull pointed object like a ball point pen. Do not use a pencil. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage the computer's circuit. page 14 DC-IN Connector Handle To remove the handle, use a screwdriver to remove the screws.
Back Security Lock A Kensington cable can be connected to prevent theft of your computer. For more information, please read the manual that comes with the cable. Serial Port Use this port to connect a serial mouse or a serial communications device such as a modem. Ext. Display Port page 25 Parallel Port page 26 Expansion Bus Connector page 26 Multimedia Pocket Device (FDD) Speaker To adjust the volume*, select the page 22 on FDD Indicator the task bar, then [Volume Control].
Specifications Main Specifications Model No. CPU Cache Memory (second cache memory) EDO Memory (Expandable to) Video Memory LCD Ty p e Displayed Colors Hard Disk Drive (including about 110 MB CF-25LJF8EAM/E CF-25LGF8EAM CF-25LGC4EAM/E Pentium ® Processor with MMXTM technology 166 MHz 32 KB (256 KB) 32MB (96 MB Max. ) 16 MB(80 MB Max.) 1.1 MB 12.1" (TFT) 10.4" (TFT) 256/65536/262144 colors (640 x 480 dots) / 256/65536 colors (800 x 600 dots) * used 2.1GB** 1.
Index A AC adapter ................................................... 6,12,14,30,44 B Battery indicator ................................................... 14,30,42 Battery pack ................................................ 14,15,16,30,44 Battery Refresh .............................................................. 16 Battery status .................................................................. 14 Brightness adjustment...................................... 12,15,31,42 C CardBus ..................
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Panasonic has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Outline of the International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program The international ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and other office equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption.
