Panasonic Toughbook CF-U1AQB11AM, Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...g this product and save this manual for future use Appendix LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT 47 Specifications 51 LIMITED WARRANTY 55 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Basic 37 Useful Information On screen Manual 31 Handling and Maintenance 32 Reinstalling Software 34 Getting Started Introduction 2 Read Me First 4 Precautions Description of Parts 16 Preparation 20 First time Operation 25 Contents Getti...

Page 2: ...ish The key combinations may differ when using QWERTY key boards models other than US English models In such cases look for the functions or icons printed in blue on your keyboard that correspond to the key functions in parenthesis in this man ual and press the key that is above or below these functions You can easily operate this computer with one hand since Sticky Key function and Fn key lock fu...

Page 3: ...ors omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manuals Trademarks Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Micro soft Corporation of the United States and or other countries Intel Core Centrino and PROSet are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation SDHC Logo is a trademark Adobe the Adobe logo and Adobe Reader are either registered tr...

Page 4: ... cables when connecting to a computer or periph eral Also any changes or modifica tions not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any inte...

Page 5: ...fer ence and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device 30 Ca 1 1 Only for model with wireless LAN This product local network devices for the band 5150 5250 MHz is only in door usage to reduce potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite systems High power radars are allocated as primary users meaning they...

Page 6: ... ed by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization These situations may for example include l Using this product on board of airplanes or l In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organi...

Page 7: ...erçus ou identifiables comme dangereux Si vous n êtes pas sûr de la réglementation applicable à l utilisation d appareils sans fil dans une organisation ou un environnement spécifique par exemple dans un aéroport nous vous invitons à demander l autorisation d utiliser ce produit avant sa mise en marche Informations concernant la réglementation Nous déclinons toute responsabilité pour toute interfé...

Page 8: ...uter or Handheld Computer incorporat ing wireless WAN modem in the presence of flammable gases or fumes Switch off the cellular terminal when you are near petrol stations fuel depots chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress Operation of any electrical equipment in potentially explosive atmo spheres can constitute a safety hazard Your Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incor...

Page 9: ... Handheld Computer incorporating wireless WAN modem operate using radio signals and cellular networks cannot be guaranteed to connect in all conditions Therefore you should never rely solely upon any wireless device for essential communications for ex ample emergency calls Remember in order to make or receive calls Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating wireless WAN modem must be swi...

Page 10: ... of the motor vehicle Check with individu al state provincial laws to determine lawful use of this product while operat ing within a motor vehicle Avertissement L ordinateur bloc notes peut être installé dans un véhicule motorisé et dans le champ de vision du conducteur uniquement en tant que dispositif d aide aux fonctions du véhi cule comme par exemple pour fournir des informations sur le véhicu...

Page 11: ...a Class 2 laser is not known to be harmful Caution Procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure Labeling Marking Top Rear Complies with 21 CFR 1040 10 and 1040 11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No 50 dated June 24 2007 EN60825 1 1994 A1 2002 A2 2001 IEC60825 1 1993 A1 1997 A2 2001 CAUTION CLASS 2 LASER LIGHT WHEN OPEN DO NOT STARE INTO THE...

Page 12: ...isk drive flexible internal connections The CF U1 s outstanding engineering has been tested using the strict MIL STD 810F for vibration and shock and IP for dust and water based procedures As with any portable computer device precautions should be taken to avoid any damage The following usage and han dling procedures are recommended Before putting the computer away be sure to wipe off any moisture...

Page 13: ... product may fall over or drop resulting in an injury Avoid Stacking If balance is lost this product may fall over or drop resulting in an injury Do Not Leave This Product in High Temperature Environment for a Long Period of Time Leaving this product where it will be ex posed to extremely high temperatures such as near fire or in direct sunlight may deform the cabinet and or cause trouble in the i...

Page 14: ...ctured and supplied by Panasonic may present a safety hazard generation of heat ignition or rupture When the battery pack has deterio rated replace it with a new one Continued use of a damaged battery pack may result in heat generation ignition or battery rupture l Do not touch the terminals on the bat tery pack The battery pack may no longer function properly if the con tacts are dirty or damaged...

Page 15: ...or below l In high temperature environments the battery takes longer to fully recharge and the operating time is shorter Only use the computer within the allowable temperature range l This computer has a high tempera ture mode function that prevents the degradation of the battery in high temperature environments è Reference Manual Battery Power A level corresponding to a 100 charge for high temper...

Page 16: ...al Battery Power D Zoom Button Reference Manual Zoom Function E Keyboard Back space Key You can select whether to switch the Del Key functions with the Key functions and vice versa on the internal keyboard Enter Key Shift Key Reference Manual Setup Utility F Ambient Light Sensor Backlight will be turned off with a bright environment so the battery operation time becomes long It doesn t function wh...

Page 17: ...dware and Sound Sound Recording Microphone Properties and then remove a check mark for Enable Audio enhancements in Advanced Click start All Programs SoundMAX Control Panel and select Microphone and then add a check mark for No Filtering in Microphone Enhancements When using a monaural micro phone with a 2 terminal plug Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Sound Recording Microphone Proper...

Page 18: ... USB Port Reference Manual USB Devices F Speaker Reference Manual Key Combinations G Fingerprint Reader Only for model with Fingerprint Reader Reference Manual Fingerprint Reader H Battery 1 Indicator I Battery 2 Indicator Reference Manual Battery Power J Hand Strap K Battery 1 Case L Battery 2 Case Reference Manual Battery Power M Expansion Bus Connector Reference Manual Cradle Mini Port Replicat...

Page 19: ...r magnetic media in contact with these areas Only for model with 1D Barcode Reader Inside D B A A B C A Wireless WAN antenna Only for model with wireless WAN Wireless WAN is not available de pending on a model B Wireless LAN antenna Only for model with wireless LAN Reference Manual Wireless LAN C Bluetooth antenna Only for model with Bluetooth Reference Manual Bluetooth D GPS antenna Only for mode...

Page 20: ...ok 1 Product Recovery DVD ROM Windows 7 Professional 1 Product Recovery DVD ROM Windows XP Professional SP3 1 BRead the LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT before breaking the seal on the computer s packaging è page 47 n Inserting the Battery Packs Insert the battery pack to 2 battery cases Place the computer on a soft cloth with the panel side down Make sure that there is no item under the computer 1 A...

Page 21: ...latch is on the OPEN side If the cover does not close firmly insert the claw again If the problem persists check if the battery is inserted properly H Press and hold the battery cover and slide the latch to fix Take the steps D to H for Battery 2 as well IAttach the hand strap back to the original form Take the steps A and B in the reverse order CAUTION The computer does not operate without the ba...

Page 22: ...o the computer disconnect the AC cord from your AC wall outlet Power is consumed simply by having the AC adaptor plugged into an electrical outlet Power consumption in each mode is as follows When AC adaptor is connected When the screen is off Approx 7 4 W In sleep standby Approx 1 W The battery pack is fully charged or not being charged and the computer is off Approx 0 9 W About the battery for t...

Page 23: ... stylus at B or C of the computer Attaching the stylus to the computer A C B Using the stylus You can use the touchscreen function to per form the same operation as the mouse Touch the screen surface with the stylus included To right click Touch and hold with the stylus or touch and select the right button of touch pointer AClick on the notification area or on the desktop BClick the object you wan...

Page 24: ...ens the computer may fall down Do not use the strap if it becomes worn or damaged B E D A C 3 Using the hand strap When using the computer holding with hand insert your hand to A part of the hand strap Fix the hand strap firmly so that the computer does not come off and then turn it over When the hand strap is too loose or too tight you can adjust the hand strap according to the instructions below...

Page 25: ...not connect any peripheral device except the battery pack and AC adaptor Handling the AC adaptor Problems such as sudden voltage drops may arise during periods of thunder and lightning Since this could adversely affect your computer an uninter ruptible power source UPS is highly recommended unless running from the battery pack alone 2 Turn on the computer APress the power switch B The power indica...

Page 26: ...o prevent overheating of the CPU Wait until the computer cools down and then turn the power on again If the computer does not power on even after cooling down contact Panasonic Technical Support page 55 Any changes from the default setting of the Setup Utility must not be made until the Setting up the computer procedure is completed 3 Setup Windows During setup of Windows use the stylus to move th...

Page 27: ...o log on to Windows page 38 You can change the user name password image and Wireless Networks security setting after setup of Windows Remember your password If you forget the password you cannot use the Windows Creating a password reset disk beforehand is recommended When you set date time time zone and click Next the screen may not go to the next step for a few min utes Do not touch the keyboard ...

Page 28: ...stylus touch each of the target marks one by one and then click Yes AClick start Control Panel Other Control Panel Options Touch Panel BSelect Calibration in Touch Panel Settings CSelect 9 point 12 point or 20 point in Accuracy required and click Apply DClick Calibrate Now in Calibration EUsing the stylus touch each of the target marks one by one until it blinks and then press Enter FClick Update ...

Page 29: ...ing the screen saver perform the following steps to select a standard Windows screen saver However do not select the 3D Text or Blank screen saver A Right click any blank area on the desktop and click Personalize B Click Screen Saver C Select any Screen Saver option other than 3D Text and Blank and click OK If you select 3D Text or Blank the computer may not transition properly into sleep mode or ...

Page 30: ...ick Shrink You cannot input a larger number than the displayed size E Right click Unallocated the shrunk space in the step D and click New Simple Volume F Follow the on screen instructions to make the settings and click Finish Wait until formatting is completed NOTE You can create an additional partition using remaining unallocated space or newly creating unallocated space To delete a partition ri...

Page 31: ...ms Panasonic On Line Manuals Reference Manual AClick start Reference Manual 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 Important Tips ADouble click on the desktop Alternatively click Start All Programs Panasonic On Line Manuals Important Tips ADouble clic...

Page 32: ...xtremely careful when handling the computer When carrying the computer Turn off the computer Remove all external devices cables and other protruding things and then close all terminal covers Do not drop or hit the computer against solid objects Do not grip the display part When you board an airplane take the computer with you and never put it in your checked luggage When using the computer on airp...

Page 33: ...acks your stolen computer Computrace software is not included or installed in this computer Consult Absolute Software Corp before disposal Refer to the following URL for Computrace software for installation and avail able service regions Note that this service is only available in certain regions http www absolute com Maintenance To clean the LCD panel Use the soft cloth included with the computer...

Page 34: ...e computer and connect the CD DVD drive to the USB port page 18 2 Turn on the computer and press F2 or Del while Panasonic boot screen is displayed The Setup Utility starts up If the password is requested enter the Supervisor Password 3 Write down all of the contents of the Setup Utility and press F9 At the confirmation message select Yes and press Enter 4 Press F10 At the confirmation message sel...

Page 35: ...e partition containing boot files and the area usable by Windows When reinstalling Windows 7 from Windows XP Click Next 12 At the confirmation message click YES Reinstallation starts according to the instructions on the screen It will take approximately 50 minutes Do not interrupt reinstallation for example by turning off the computer or pressing and Del Otherwise reinstallation may be come unavai...

Page 36: ...rts automatically It will take approximately 30 75 min utes When reinstalling Windows XP from Windows 7 Do not select Do not interrupt reinstallation for example by turning off the computer or pressing and Del Otherwise reinstallation may be come unavailable as Windows may not start up or the data may be corrupted 12 Remove the Product Recovery DVD ROM and then press any key to turn off the comput...

Page 37: ... menu of the Setup Utility Reference Manual Setup Utility The power is turned on but Warming up the system up to 30 minutes appears The computer is warming up before start up Wait for the computer to start up takes up to 30 minutes If Cannot warm up the system is displayed the com puter failed to warm up and does not start In this case turn off the computer leave it in an environment of 5 C 41 F o...

Page 38: ...ser name account name includes an If another user account exists Log on to Windows using another user account and delete the account that includes Then create a new account If no other account name exists You need to reinstall Windows page 34 Remove disks or other media Press any key to restart or a similar mes sage appears A floppy disk is in the drive and it does not contain system startup infor...

Page 39: ...er com puters Examples Applications do not start up immediately after Windows startup Applications do not finish installing The operation will complete in a few moments so please wait until the flash memory drive indicator turns off Be aware that the cursor will not always change from the arrow icon to an hourglass icon while you are waiting If you installed a resident software after purchase turn...

Page 40: ...omputer by the power switch and then turn on Enter Password does not appear when resuming from sleep standby or hibernation The password you have set in the Setup Utility is not requested at resuming To use the password security at resuming set the Windows password A Click Start Control Panel User Accounts and Family Safety Add or remove user accounts and select the account and set the password B ...

Page 41: ...to the default values Start the Setup Utility and make the settings again Remove all peripheral devices Check to see if there was a disk error A Remove all peripheral devices including an external display B Click Start Computer and right click Local Disk C and click Properties C Click Tools Check Now A standard user needs to enter an administrator password D Select the option in Check disk options...

Page 42: ...ey like The computer entered sleep standby or hibernation by the power saving function To resume press the power switch The screen may not be displayed even after the com puter resumed from standby or hibernation In this case press to enter standby and resume the computer again The screen is dark The screen is darker when the AC adaptor is not con nected Press and adjust the brightness As you incr...

Page 43: ...tartup is complete during Setup Utility etc When using the Extended Desktop use the same display colors for the external display as those used by the LCD If you continue to experience problems try changing the display Right click on the desktop and click Graphics Proper ties Display Devices If the Command Prompt is displayed in full screen reduce the display size The external display does not work...

Page 44: ...sage and press Enter The cursor can not be displayed at the right position When using application software displaying a unique cursor i e Paint note the following restrictions The cursor unique for the application software is not enlarged The cursor unique for the application software may not be displayed at the right position Confirm the op eration position using the Windows cursor enlarged curso...

Page 45: ...Click start Run input c util reader setup exe then click OK Follow the on screen instructions C Update Adobe Reader to its latest version If your computer is connected to the internet start up Adobe Reader and click Help Check for Updates Cannot close full screen mode of Adobe Reader Click Edit Preferences Full Screen and add the check mark to Show navigation bar before starting full screen mode I...

Page 46: ...reinstall the program To uninstall Click Start Control Panel Uninstall a program Click start Control Panel Add or Remove Programs To erase flash memory data Reference Manual Flash Memory Data Erase Utility page 100 Reference Manual Flash Memory Data Erase Utility page 98 For step 9 to 14 perform the procedures below 9 Click Erase the whole data on the Hard Disk for security and click Next 10 At th...

Page 47: ...wnership and rights shall remain with Panasonic Corporation or its suppliers B You may use the Programs only on the single Product which was accompa nied by the Programs C You and your employees and agents are required to protect the confidentiality of the Programs You may not distribute or otherwise make the Programs or related documentation available to any third party by time sharing or other w...

Page 48: ...D THIS AGREEMENT UNDER STAND IT AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ITS TERMS AND CONDITIONS YOU FURTHER AGREE THAT IT IS THE COMPLETE AND EXCLUSIVE STATEMENT OF THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN US WHICH SUPERSEDES ANY PROPOSAL OR PRIOR AGREEMENT ORAL OR WRITTEN AND ANY OTHER COMMUNICATIONS BETWEEN US RELATING TO THE SUBJECT MATTER OF THIS AGREEMENT GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS The Software is provided with RESTRICTED ...

Page 49: ...sentés par ou incorporés dans les Logiciels et la documentation les accompagnant dont les titres propriété et droits resteront tous à Panasonic Corporation ou à leurs propriétaires B Vous ne pouvez utiliser les Logiciels que sur le Produit unique qui est accom pagné par les Logiciels C Vous et vos employés ou agents êtes requis de protéger la confidentialité des Logiciels Vous ne pouvez ni distrib...

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Page 51: ... DDR2 SDRAM 2 GB 1 Max Video Memory 256 MB 1 Max 2 Flash Memory Drive 64 GB 3 Display Method 5 6 WSVGA type TFT 1024 600 dots 65 536 16 777 216 colors 800 600 dots 1024 600 dots 1024 768 dots 4 5 Wireless LAN Intel WiFi Link 5100 page 53 Wireless LAN BluetoothTM page 53 Bluetooth Sound WAVE and MIDI playback Monaural speaker Intel High Definition Audio subsystem support Security Chip TPM TCG V1 2 ...

Page 52: ...umidity 30 to 80 RH No condensation Storage Environment Temperature 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Humidity 30 to 90 RH No condensation Software Operating System 15 Genuine Windows 7 Professional Genuine Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 3 Utility Programs 16 Adobe Reader 8 PC Information Viewer Full Screen Zoom Keyboard Button Manager Intel PROSet Wireless WiFi Connection Utility Bluetoot...

Page 53: ... IEEE802 11g IEEE802 11n 2 0 Transmission method OFDM system DS SS system Wireless Channels Used IEEE802 11a Channels 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64 100 104 108 112 116 132 136 140 149 153 157 161 165 IEEE802 11b IEEE802 11g Channels 1 11 IEEE802 11n Channels 1 11 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64 100 104 108 112 116 132 136 140 149 153 157 161 165 RF Frequency Band IEEE802 11a 5 18 GHz 5 32 GHz 5 5 GHz 5 58 GHz 5...

Page 54: ...ion Manual of Trusted Platform Module TPM click Start and input c util drivers tpm README pdf in Search Programs and files and press Enter click start Run and input c util drivers tpm README pdf 7 This slot is compatible with High Speed Mode Operation has been tested and con firmed using Panasonic SD SDHC Memory Cards with a capacity of up to 32 GB Operation on other SD equipment is not guaranteed...

Page 55: ...ator Wireless Receiver Unit 1 Year Arbitrator P2 Card s All Sizes 1 Year Arbitrator Wireless Microphone s Transmitter 90 Days Arbitrator System Component Interconnect Cables 90 Days Main Battery The battery supplied with the product is covered under the warranty for one 1 year from date of purchase except as excluded in Section 3 Batteries purchased separately are covered under the warranty for on...

Page 56: ...a on which the Programs are furnished resulting from your storage thereof or for defects that have been caused by operation of the disk s or other media Panasonic s entire liability and your exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be limited to the replacement in the United States or other Panasonic designated location of any defective disk or other media which is returned to Panasonic s Author...

Page 57: ...ass2 Electrical Flight Bag EFB Systems and Class1 EFB Systems when used during critical phases of flight e g during take off and landing and or mounted on to the aircraft Class1 EFB Systems and 2 EFB Systems are defined by FAA AC Advisory Circular 120 76A or JAA JAA TGL Temporary Guidance Leaflets No 36 Other Limits and Exclusions There are no other express warranties except as listed above PANASO...

Page 58: ...including protection film cleaning cloth carry case tether and harness No Coverage Remedy In the event of a warranty claim contact PCI s representatives within the applicable warranty period identifying the nature of the defect claimed at 1 800 668 8386 between 9 00 A M and 5 00 P M Eastern Time Zone Mon Fri excluding holi days for instructions on how to obtain service A purchase receipt or other ...

Page 59: ...d an explanation of the suspected defect PCI will replace in Canada the defective disk s or other media Remedy PCI s entire liability and your only remedy for any breach of this software media warranty is limited to replacement of the media only It does not cover any other damages including but not limited to loss of use or profit loss or special indirect or consequential damages or other claims w...

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Page 64: ... promotes energy saving through the use of computers and other of fice equipment The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption It is an open system in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily The targeted products are of fice equipment such as computers displays printers facsimiles and copiers Their standards...