OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Personal Computer Model No. CF-51 series Contents On-screen Manual .......................................14 Handling and Maintenance .............................15 Hard Disk Data Erase Utility ...........................17 Reinstalling Software ....................................18 Troubleshooting Error Code/Message ....................................20 Troubleshooting (Basic) ................................
Introduction Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic computer. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Terms and illustrations in these instructions CAUTION : : NOTE Enter : Fn + F5 : [start] - [Run] : Î: : Useful Information Getting Started z z z z 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. Click [start], and then click [Run].
Read Me First Models for U.S.A. Getting Started Useful Information 1. This equipment complies with CFR47 Part 68 rules. On the computer is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If required, this information must be provided to the telephone company. 2. An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this equipment.
Read Me First Getting Started transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entry, or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual. In order to program this information into your fax software, you should refer to the manual of the Fax software being used. 10.
Compliance Notice - CE Mark This equipment is in conformance with the requirements of the European Council Directive listed below: 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive with amendment 93/68/ EEC 89/336/EEC EMC Directive with amendments 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC 1999/5/EC R&TTE Lithium Battery / Pile au lithium 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.
Read Me First Getting Started Because this product operates within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, we believe this product is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.
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. Do Not Place Containers of Liquid or Metal Objects on Top of the Computer If water or other liquid spills, or if paper clips, coins, or foreign matter get inside the computer, fire or electric shock may result.
Read Me First Do Not Connect a Telephone Line, or a Network Cable Other Than the One Specified, into the LAN Port If the LAN port is connected to a network such as the ones listed below, a fire or electric shock may result. • Networks other than 1000BASE-TX, 100BASE-TX or 10BASE-T • Phone lines (Telephone lines, internal phone lines (onpremise switches), digital public phones, etc.
Power status (Off: Power off/Hibernation, Green: Power on, Blinking green: Standby, Blinking green rapidly: Cannot power on or resume due to low temperature.) Î Reference Manual “USB Devices” E : IEEE 1394 interface connector Î Reference Manual “IEEE 1394 Devices” F : PC Card slot Î Reference Manual “PC Cards” G : Security lock You can connect a Kensington cable. Refer to the instruction manual of the cable.
Getting Started Description of Parts A : Serial port B : Modem port I : Multimedia pocket release button Î Reference Manual “Modem” C : Ventilation hole D : USB port Î Reference Manual “Multimedia Pocket” J : Expansion bus connector Î Reference Manual “Port Replicator” K : RAM module slot Î Reference Manual “USB Devices” E : External display port Î Reference Manual “RAM Module” L : Hard disk drive Î Reference Manual “External Display” F : External keyboard/Mouse port G : LAN port Î Reference Manual
First-time Operation Preparation A Check and identify the supplied accessories. If you do not find the described accessories, contact Panasonic Technical Support (Î page 29). • AC Adaptor . . . . . . 1 • AC Cord . . . . . . . . . 1 • Battery Pack . . . . . 1 Model No: CF-AA1683A (Models for U.S.A) CF-AA1653A (Models for Canada) Insert the battery pack. A Press and hold the mark part (A), and slide and remove the cover. B Insert the battery pack (B) until it securely fits the connector.
First-time Operation 3 3 A Turn on the computer. A Slide the latch (A), and open the display. B Press and hold the power button for approximately one second until the power indicator lights. CAUTION Getting Started z Do not press the power button repeatedly. z The computer will be forcibly turned off if you press and hold the power button for four seconds or longer. z Once you turn off the computer, wait for ten seconds or more before you turn on the computer again.
z To conserve power, the following power saving methods are set at the time of purchase. • The screen automatically turns off after 15 minutes of inactivity. • The computer goes automatically into standby mode*1 after 20 minutes of inactivity. Useful Information Getting Started Reference Manual “Standby or Hibernation Functions” of your computer about resuming from standby. Troubleshooting Refer to z Power Consumption in each mode is as follows. When the screen is off: 19 W In standby: 2.
On-screen Manual You can access the Reference Manual and the Important Tips on the computer screen. When you access the Reference Manual and the Important Tips for the first time, the License Agreement of the Adobe Reader may be displayed. Read it carefully and select [Accept] to proceed. Reference Manual The Reference Manual contains the practical information to help you fully enjoy the computer’s performance.
Handling and Maintenance This computer is designed to minimize shock to parts such as the LCD and the hard disk drive, but no warranty is provided against any trouble caused by shock. Be extremely careful when handling the computer. z When carrying the computer: • Turn off the computer. • Remove all external devices, cables, PC Cards and other protruding things. • Remove a disc in the CD/DVD drive. • Do not drop or hit the computer against solid objects. • Do not leave the display open.
Handling and Maintenance Maintenance To clean the LCD panel z Do not use water to clean the panel. Ingredients included in water may leave scratches and reduce readability of the screen. z To remove dust or dirt, do not use a cloth to rub it off since it may leave scratch on the screen. Use a fine brush to sweep dust or dirt, then wipe with a dry soft glass-cleaning cloth. z To clean the oily surface, use a soft gauze dipped in camera lens cleaner, and then wipe with a dry soft glass-cleaning cloth.
Hard Disk Data Erase Utility When disposing the computer or transferring the ownership, erase all hard disk data in order to avoid data leakage. Even if you erase the data or initialize the hard disk using normal Windows commands, the data can be read with some special software. Use the hard disk data erase utility to erase the data completely. Note that transferring of the ownership without uninstalling the commercial software will be a violation of the software’s license agreement.
Reinstalling Software When you reinstall the software, the hard disk data will be erased. Back up important data before reinstallation. Reinstalling software will return the computer to the default condition. Even if the data is stored in partitions on the hard disk, it may be erased or corrupted. Preparation z Prepare the following items: • The Product Recovery DVD-ROM (included) • Panasonic CD/DVD drive z Remove all peripherals (except for the CD/DVD drive).
14 Select the [Exit] menu and then select [Save Current Values], then press Enter. At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter. 15 Turn the computer off by using the power button. z If additional instructions are included with the computer, be sure to read them. It may be necessary to perform additional operations during the following procedure. 16 Perform the First-time Operation (Î page 11). 17 Start the Setup Utility and change the settings as necessary.
Error Code/Message Follow the instructions below when an error message or code appears. If the problem persists or if the error code/message is not shown here, contact Panasonic Technical Support (Î page 29). Appendix Troubleshooting Useful Information Getting Started Error Code/Message 20 Solution 0211 Keyboard error z Disconnect external keyboard or mouse. 0251 System CMOS checksum bad Default configuration used An error has occurred in the memory of Setup Utility settings.
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 (Î page 29). You can also check the computer’s status in the PC Information Viewer (Î Reference Manual “Troubleshooting (Advanced)”). Starting Up z The computer is warming up before start up.
Troubleshooting (Basic) Starting Up z To display [Enter Password] at resuming, set the Windows password. The password you have set in the Setup Utility is not requested at resuming. A Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts] and select the account, and set the password. B Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced] and add a check mark for [Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby]. Other startup problems.
Display The external display does not work normally. z If the external display does not support the power saving function, it may not work normally when the computer enters the power saving mode. Turn off the external display. Shutting down Windows does not shut down. z Remove the USB device. z Wait one or two minutes. It is not a malfunction. Touch Pad z When using the external mouse, connect it correctly. z Restart the computer using the keyboard. (Press , U, and R to select [Restart].
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Specifications This page provides the specifications for the basic model CF-51PF66EBM. The model number is different according to the unit configuration. z To check the model number: Check the bottom of the computer or the box the computer came in at the time of purchase. z To check CPU speed, memory size and the hard disk drive (HDD) size: Run the Setup Utility (Î Reference Manual “Setup Utility”) and select [Information] menu.
Main Specifications Battery Pack Li-ion 11.1 V, 7.65 Ah Operating Time*15 Charging Time*15 Main Battery: Approx. 2 hours to 4 hours*16 (Approx. 4 hours*17) Main Battery + Second Battery: Approx. 3.5 hours to 6.5 hours (Approx. 6 hours) Power on Main Battery: Approx. 4.5 hours Main Battery + Second Battery: Approx. 7 hours Power off Main Battery: Approx. 4.5 hours Main Battery + Second Battery: Approx. 7 hours 325 mm × 47 mm × 278 mm {12.8" × 1.9" × 10.9" } Weight Approx. 2.9 kg {Approx. 6.4 lb.
Specifications CD/DVD Drive Getting Started CD/DVD Drive Data Transfer Rate*22 Reading*23 DVD-ROM: 8X (Max.), CD-ROM: 24X (Max.) Writing*24 CD-R: 8X/8-12X/8-16X/8-24X CD-RW: 4X High-Speed CD-RW: 4X/8X/10X Ultra-Speed CD-RW: 8X/10X DVD-R: 1X/2X/2-4X/2-6X/2-8X DVD-RW: 1X/2X/2-4X DVD-RAM: 2X/3X/3-5X +R: 2.4X/2.4-4X/2.4-6X/2.4-8X +R DL: 2.4X +RW: 2.4X/2.4-4X Supported Discs/Format*25 Reading DVD-ROM (4.7 GB, 8.5 GB, 9.4 GB, 17 GB), DVD-Video, DVD-R (1.4 GB, 3.95 GB, 4.7 GB), DVD-R DL (8.
LIMITED WARRANTY For U.S.A. PANASONIC PERSONAL COMPUTER AND PERIPHERALS LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Computer Solutions Company (referred to as “Panasonic”) will repair this product (other than software, which is covered by a separate warranty) with new or rebuilt parts, free of charge in the U.S.A. for three (3) years from the date of original purchase in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship.
LIMITED WARRANTY For Canada PANASONIC COMPUTER AND PERIPHERALS LIMITED WARRANTY Coverage – Panasonic Canada Inc. (“PCI”) warrants to you, the first end user customer, this computer product (excluding software media), when purchased from PCI or from a PCI authorized reseller, to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use, subject to the terms set forth below, during the period of warranty coverage specified.
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As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. 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.
