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Panasonic Toughbook CF-H1CSLFZ6M Reference Manual

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  • Page 1: Reference Manual

    Reference Manual Personal Computer CF-H1 Series Model No. We recommend that this Reference Manual be printed.
  • Page 2 Introduction Terms and illustrations in this manual Page in this Manual. : Conditions that may result in minor or moderate injury. : Useful and helpful information. Click : Touch the screen with the digitizer pen or finger. Right-click : Touch and hold with the digitizer pen. You can also perform “Right-click”...

  • Page 3: Touch Screen Operation

    Touch Screen Operation You can use Windows by touching the screen in the same way as you use a mouse. The screen of this computer has following two pointing device functions. Digitizer: can be operated with the digitizer pen (included) Touchscreen: can be operated with your finger etc.
  • Page 4 Touch Screen Operation Check the following to prevent the surface of the screen from being scratched Are you using the digitizer pen or your finger to operate the screen? Is the surface clean? Is the cloth clean? Is the tip of the digitizer pen clean? Is your finger clean? Things to keep in mind when using the screen Do not touch the screen outside of the LCD display area...

  • Page 5: Touchscreen Calibration

    Touch Screen Operation <How to use the soft cloth> • Use the soft cloth when it is dry. Do not apply water or solvents to the soft cloth. • First, lightly wipe foreign particles and dust adhering to the LCD display on one side of the soft cloth. Do not use force, since the LCD surface may be damaged with the foreign particles or dust.

  • Page 6: Hardware Buttons

    Hardware Buttons RFID <Healthcare model without Barcode Reader> Barcode RFID <Field model> Only for Field model with Barcode Reader Only for Field model with RFID Reader Barcode Camera RFID Application Buttons Security <Healthcare model with Barcode Reader> Application Buttons Security RFID Camera RFID...
  • Page 7 Hardware Buttons Button Camera Button Take still pictures. ( RFID Reader Button Read the data from RFID tags. ( Barcode Reader Button Read the barcode. ( Application Buttons Start the registered function or application. ( Security Button Works as Ctrl + Alt + Del. Only for Healthcare model Only for model with the RFID Reader Only for Healthcare model with the Barcode Reader...
  • Page 8 To assign different functions to the Security Button The Security button functions as Ctrl + Alt + Del at the time of purchase. Also, at the time of purchase, the Security button functions as F2 while you start up the computer (while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed).

  • Page 9: Software Keyboard

    Software Keyboard You can use the Software Keyboard instead of the on-screen keyboard of Tablet PC Input Panel. By using the Software Key- board, you can change the size of the Software Keyboard, and can use the numeric keypad. NOTE You cannot uninstall Tablet PC Input Panel.
  • Page 10 Software Keyboard Starting the Software keyboard Click [start] – [All Programs] – [Panasonic] – [Software Keyboard]. Touch the software keyboard. To use shortcut key Example : Ctrl + C Press Ctrl (turns blue) and then press C. If you added the input language, the language bar (e.g.
  • Page 11 Software Keyboard Software Keyboard Menu Click (A). Add a check mark to the function you want to use. [Minimize To Left] When clicking the close button, the Software Keyboard is hidden in the left side. [Auto Move] The software keyboard moves automatically to avoid overlapping the selected window. [Auto Restore] The software keyboard minimized on the notification area will be restored when you change the input mode.
  • Page 12 Software Keyboard NOTE You can change the currency symbol (B) of the numeric keypad. Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Date, Time, Language and Regional Options] - [Regional and Language Options] - [Regional Options] - [Customize] - [Currency] - [Currency symbol] After changing the currency symbol, click (A), and then change the size of the numeric keypad so that the selected currency symbol is shown.

  • Page 13: Panasonic Dashboard

    Change the screen color of Cleaning Utility Enable or disable the touchscreen operation Start the application software which you registered Change the settings of cleaning reminder, RFID, touchscreen, button assignment of Panasonic Dashboard and applica- tion buttons <Healthcare model without Barcode Reader>...
  • Page 14 Panasonic Dashboard [Camera Light] (D) To display the light switch while using the camera, add a check mark for [Automatically display the light switch while using the camera]. To turn on the light when the preview starts, add a check mark for [Always turn the light ON when the preview starts].
  • Page 15 This setting affects all users. [Button Assignment] (L) You can register the executable files or the applications to the buttons displayed on Panasonic Dashboard screen. Click any button. Select the application from [Action].

  • Page 16: Application Button Setting

    You can assign the startup functions of your favorite applications to the Applications Buttons. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Application Button Setting]. You can also start up Application Button Setting Utility from Panasonic Dashboard ( page 13).
  • Page 17 Application Button Setting Select the action from [Action] of each button. <For Healthcare model> You can select [<none>], [Dashboard], [Display Switch], [Right Click], [Cleaning Utility] / [Loupe Utility], [Reference Manual] or [Launch an Application]. To restore the default setting, click [Restore Default]. When you select [Launch an Application], input the label to [Label] box, and select a file you wish to execute.

  • Page 18: Panasonic Hand Writing

    [Exit Panasonic Hand Writing], and then restart Panasonic Hand Writing. Panasonic Hand Writing may not work properly if another application software is active. In this case, close the applica- tion software and try handwriting again.

  • Page 19: Display Rotation

    Display Rotation Rotating the Display <Healthcare model> Press the application button [A1] (A). <Field model> Press the application button to which [Display Switch] is assigned Each time you press the button, the screen display rotates counter-clock- wise by 90° When the computer is set to the Cradle, the screen display does not rotate.

  • Page 20: Changing The Settings

    Display Rotation Changing the Settings Click on the notification area and click [Settings]. Change the settings. A. You can choose the order of the display rotation. If you choose [None], the order is skipped. You can change the following settings only if you logged on to Windows as an administrator.

  • Page 21: Standby And Hibernation Functions

    Standby and Hibernation Functions Starting Up Your Computer Quickly The standby or hibernation functions allow you to shut off the computer without closing programs and documents. You can quickly return to the programs and documents that you were working on before standby or hibernation. Function Data is saved to Standby...
  • Page 22 Standby and Hibernation Functions Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced], and add a check mark in [Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby]. Do not enter standby or hibernation in the conditions below, otherwise the data or file may be corrupted, standby or hiber- nation may not work, or malfunction may occur in the computer or the peripheral devices.
  • Page 23 Standby and Hibernation Functions In standby or hibernation Do not attach or remove a peripheral device (including the Cradle). Doing so may cause malfunction. Power is consumed in standby. When power is exhausted, the data retained in memory will be lost. Connect the AC adaptor when using the standby function.

  • Page 24: Saving Power

    Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] to select [Max Battery] under [Power schemes]. While [Portable/Laptop] is selected under [Power Options] as the factory default, selecting [Max Battery] will further reduce power consumption. Also, make detailed settings such as reducing the time entered in the [Turn off monitor] setting.

  • Page 25: Security Measures

    Do not forget your password. If you forget your Supervisor Password, you will not be able to use your computer. Con- tact Panasonic Technical Support. When running the Setup Utility, do not leave and go away from your computer even for a short time, since other people may set or change the password.

  • Page 26: Set The Password

    25). When you have your hard disk drive repaired • Contact Panasonic Technical Support. • Before sending back the hard disk drive, be sure to set the [Hard Disk Lock] to [Disabled]. NOTE The hard disk lock function works with the built-in hard disk. It does not work with the external hard disk.

  • Page 27: Battery Power

    AC adaptor in this status. If remove the battery pack, the computer will be turned off and lose data. Battery status • You can check presence of the battery pack by using Panasonic Dashboard page • You can check the battery level by blinking times...
  • Page 28 Battery Power Battery indicator The remaining battery is approximately 9% or less. Blinking red When blinking approx. every 1 second: The battery pack or the charging circuit is not operating properly. When blinking approx. every 4 second: The battery cover is open. You can remove the battery pack in this case.

  • Page 29: Checking The Remaining Battery Charge

    Battery Power Checking the Remaining Battery Charge You can check the remaining battery charge on the screen. (After logging on to Windows) Start up Panasonic Dashboard. When the battery pack is inserted (example) In charging In discharging (The battery pack in the...

  • Page 30: High Temperature Mode

    Battery Power High temperature mode The high temperature mode can prevent the battery from deteriorating when the computer is used in high-temperature envi- ronment or used for a long time with its battery fully charged. Select [Auto] (default) or [High Temperature] in [Environment] of the [Main] menu of the Setup Utility ( NOTE Note that a level corresponding to a 100% charge for high temperature mode is approximately equivalent to an 80% charge level for normal temperature mode.
  • Page 31 Battery Power Computer behavior with low battery The default settings are as follows. This computer automatically switches from Battery 1 to Battery 2 and vice versa when either remaining battery change becomes less than 10%. When both batteries are not sufficiently charged, the computer operates as below. When the battery level becomes 10% [Low battery alarm] Displays a message that the battery level is low.
  • Page 32 Set the computer to the Cradle and connect an external keyboard to the Cradle. Restart the computer. Press and hold F9 while the [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed just after the computer starts the startup proce- dure. When the remaining battery capacity is displayed, press Follow the on-screen instructions.

  • Page 33: Replacing The Battery Pack

    Battery Power Replacing the Battery Pack If you have a battery charger (optional), you can remove one battery pack to charge while the other battery pack is operating. The battery pack is a consumable item so the replacement will be necessary. If the battery operation time becomes noticeably short and not recovered even after recalibrating the battery, replace with a new battery.

  • Page 34: Open The Battery Cover

    Battery Power Open the battery cover. Slide the battery cover and open the cover. Open the cover. Check the blinking (red) status of battery indicator ( Pull the tab to remove the battery pack. Insert the new battery pack until it securely fits the connec- tor.

  • Page 35: Smart Card

    Smart Card <For model with Smart Card slot> You need software to use a Smart Card. CAUTION Do not: • Hit, bend, or drop the card. • Touch the contact part with fingers or metal object. • Place the card in very hot location for a long time. •...
  • Page 36 Smart Card To remove the card Open the cover. Press the eject button (C) so the card comes out of the slot. Draw the card straight out. NOTE When a Smart Card is inserted, RFID reading time ( page 48) becomes longer.

  • Page 37: To Remove The Usb Device

    USB Devices Connecting/Removing USB Devices You can connect USB devices to the USB ports on the Cradle. When you use the USB devices, connect the AC adaptor to the DC-IN jack on the Cradle. To connect the USB device Connect the USB device to the USB port. When using the cable specifically designed for this Cradle, you can tighten screws at position (A).
  • Page 38 USB Devices To deactivate USB ports You can deactivate USB ports on the Cradle. Select [Disabled] in [Cradle USB Port] of the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility ( page 82).
  • Page 39 Camera <Only for model with Camera> You can take still pictures. Hold the side of the computer to aim the cam- era. <Healthcare model> Press the Camera button (A) to activate the camera. <Field model with Camera> Press the application button [A1] (A) to activate the camera.
  • Page 40 The Camera is ready to use without any other settings at the time of purchase. You can use the Panasonic Camera Utility that allows you to change the settings for taking picture and record video, together with the MCA Configuration Editor ( To use the Panasonic Camera Utility, first install it.

  • Page 41: Taking Pictures

    Camera Taking Pictures Taking Pictures Switch the Light On and Off To switch the light on and off. Click or click [Control] - [Camera Light], then click [ON] or [OFF]. When the camera light is on, the icon changes to You can assign the Light function to an application button.

  • Page 42: Take Photo

    Camera Zoom In To enlarge or reduce the camera image. Click or click [Control] - [Zoom] and select [x 1.0], [x 1.5], [x 2.0], [x 2.5], or [x 3.0]. You can assign the Zoom In function to an application button. page 47 “Assigning the Light/Zoom In/Take Photo Functions to an Application Button”) Each time you click...

  • Page 43: Burst Shooting

    Camera Burst Shooting You can take pictures in fixed intervals. Click or click [Photos] - [Start Burst Shooting]. During Burst shooting, the icon changes to Click or click [Photos] - [Stop Burst Shooting]. NOTE During Burst shooting, naming, saving or canceling photos is not available. The default name for saving photos is the date and time the picture was taken.

  • Page 44: Recording Video

    Camera NOTE At (C), if you specify an externally connected storage device as the save destination, the camera software may operate slowly. In this case, specify the hard disk as the save destination. High-quality pictures can be obtained by checking (D). Also, regardless of the display screen size, you can take pictures with the selected resolution.

  • Page 45: Setting Audio

    Camera Changing the Settings for Recording Video Click [Video] - [Settings]. Change to preferred settings and click [OK]. When the following boxes are checked, • Box (A) only: Select to save or cancel, after the video is recorded Save ( ) and delete icons ( is taken.

  • Page 46: Setting Image Quality

    Camera Setting Image Quality Set your image quality preferences on the [Image Control] screen. Click [Settings] - [Image Control]. Setting Night Mode Click [Settings] - [Image Control] - [General Setting]. Add a check mark for [Night Mode]. Setting the Compressed Data Format/Resolution for the Image Click [Settings] - [Video Format].
  • Page 47 Click [OK]. NOTE When the Panasonic Camera Utility is not running, and if you press the buttons to which these functions are assigned, the Panasonic Camera Utility is activated. If you operate the Utility after assigning the “Take Photo” function, the same operation will be performed as the one when the check marks both for [Select to save or cancel, after the photo is taken] and [Name the taken photo] are not added in “Changing the Settings for Taking Pictures”...

  • Page 48: Rfid Reader

    RFID Reader <Only for model with RFID Reader> You can read the data from RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) tags. NOTE RFID Reader is typically used with specialized applications. For further information, ask the system administrator. Aim the RFID Reader (A) at the center of RFID tag. Press the RFID button (B).
  • Page 49 RFID Reader NOTE Operation distance depends on RFID tag. When a Smart Card is inserted, RFID reading time becomes longer. To prevent unintended operation If you press the RFID button on the handle accidentally, the computer may operate in a manner that you do not intend. You can set the RFID button so that it does not function.

  • Page 50: Barcode Reader

    Barcode Reader < Only for model with Barcode Reader> CAUTION Do not look directly into the reading window. DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY AT THE LED LIGHT. Decode Capabilities Aztec, Codabar, Code11, Code39, Code93, Code128/GS1-128, DataMatrix, GS1Composite, I2 of 5, Maxicode, MSI Code, PDF417, MicroPDF417, Plessey Code, QR Code, GS1 Databar, Telepen, TLC39, UPC/EAN Reading Barcodes Aim the Barcode Reader (A) at the barcode.
  • Page 51 Barcode Reader To Correctly Read a Barcode with This Computer, Observe the Following The reading angle is important factor. 2° to 3° Perform reading at the angle indicated in the figure. We recommend you to set at approximately 2° to 3° angle from the perpendicular position. Hold the reader farther away when reading a larger barcode, and closer in when reading a smaller barcode or a thinner barcode.

  • Page 52: Press (Enter)

    Barcode Reader Selecting Software Mode or Hardware Mode This computer supports two barcode reading modes; software mode and hardware mode. If you are using an application program that has its own barcode reading function, set the computer to hardware mode. If your application program does not have a barcode reading function, set the computer to software mode, as this allows the application program to use the computer's barcode reading function.

  • Page 53: Cleaning The Reading Window

    Barcode Reader NOTE If you click [No] in step , [The barcode reader setting and the setup utility setting are inconsistent. The barcode reader might not work correctly. Please confirm the setup utility setting.] appears, and the computer restarts. Start up the Setup Utility ( page page 52, To switch the modes...

  • Page 54: Mca Configuration Editor

    MCA Configuration Editor The MCA Configuration Editor allows you to change various settings for the Camera, RFID Reader, and the Barcode Reader. Using MCA Configuration Editor Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Intel] - [MCA Plat- form Driver] - [MCA Configuration Editor]. In the [MCA Configuration Editor] screen, select the desired item, read the explanation that appears, and change the setting as required.

  • Page 55: Fingerprint Reader

    Fingerprint Reader NOTE Enrollment and authentication is unavailable to an extremely minority of people including those whose fingerprints give little data for personal identification. How to Use the Fingerprint Reader This section explains how your fingerprints are enrolled and authenticated. Slide your finger.
  • Page 56 Fingerprint Reader Overview Fingerprint’s Outline The conventional security systems use ID/passwords and token devices such as IC cards to authenticate users. Therefore the passwords and token devices are exposed to the risk of being lost, stolen and hacking. The Fingerprint authentication method uses user’s fingerprints instead of passwords for security authentication. You can use your fingerprints to start up your computer and log on Windows.

  • Page 57: Security Functions

    Fingerprint Reader Precautions Security Functions Fingerprint Authentication Technology does not guarantee complete authentication and individual identification. Please acknowledge we shall not be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever resulting from the use of, or inability to use your Fingerprint device. The Fingerprint authentication method uses multiple fingerprints, encryption keys, credentials data and passwords.
  • Page 58 Fingerprint Reader NOTE If the “Invalid TPM status” message is not displayed • Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Protector Suite QL] - [Control Center] - [Settings] - [System Settings] - [TPM] - [Initial- ize TPM]. User Fingerprint Enrollment Performed by each user. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Protector Suite QL] - [User Enrollment].
  • Page 59 Security effective, after step B, your fingerprint authentication will be necessary. Turn on or restart the computer. Press F2 or Del while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed soon after the computer starts the startup proce- dure. Select the [Security] menu.

  • Page 60: Useful Information

    Fingerprint Reader Set the High Security Level. Select [Fingerprint Security], and press Select [Security mode], and select [High]. • Default setting: Simple Press Esc to close the sub-menu. Press F10, select [Yes], and press NOTE In the [High] security mode, you have to enter the Supervisor or User Password even after fingerprint authentication. In the [Simple] security mode, you do not have to enter the Supervisor or User password after fingerprint authentica- tion.

  • Page 61: Handling And Maintenance

    Fingerprint Reader Password used by each user • Backup Password for Enrollment This backup password can be used in case of hardware failure to bypass the fingerprint authentication. CAUTION The passwords other than those explained above are also used for security, so do not lose them. For further informa- tion, refer to the software’s online manual ( Limitations in Use Password Bank...
  • Page 62 Fingerprint Reader Deleting (Initializing) Owner’s Data When you dispose of the computer or transfer the ownership, delete (initialize) the owner’s data to avoid unauthorized access. NOTE The data enrolled in the fingerprint sensor is not image data. You cannot restore fingerprint image data from the data enrolled in the fingerprint sensor.
  • Page 63 Fingerprint Reader NOTE If the enrollment mode is set to “Enrollment to the hard disk” ( after step . Performed by the Computer Administrator. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Protector Suite QL] - [Control Center]. Click [Settings], and click [Power-on Security]. Select the fingerprint, and click [Remove].

  • Page 64: Starting Over

    Make sure your fingerprint sensor is working. • Use the Tutorial wizard to verify that the fingerprint sensor works. If not, reboot and try again. If it still does not work, please contact Panasonic Technical Support. Restore or create passport.
  • Page 65 Cradle You can connect external equipment in variety by attaching the computer to the Cradle (optional). For further information, read the operating instructions that comes with the Cradle. Setting the computer to the Cradle Turn off the computer. Do not use standby or hibernation function. Connect the AC adaptor to the DC-IN jack on the Cradle.

  • Page 66: External Display

    External Display <Only when connected to Cradle> You can switch the output destination to an external display. Before switching the computer on, connect the external display to the external display port (A) and the AC adaptor to the DC-IN jack (B) on the Cradle.

  • Page 67: Switching The Display

    External Display CAUTION Before disconnecting the external display, switch to the internal LCD. Otherwise the displayed image quality may become different after disconnection (e.g., wrong resolution). The screen may become distorted due to the following operations. In this case, restart the computer. •...

  • Page 68: Connecting Lan

    <Only when connected to Cradle> Connecting LAN Turn off the computer. Do not use standby or hibernation function. Connect the AC adaptor to the DC-IN jack (A) on the Cradle. Set the computer to the Cradle. Connect the LAN port (B) and the network sys- tem (server, HUB, etc.) by using a LAN cable.

  • Page 69: Disabling/Enabling Wireless Communication

    Disabling/Enabling Wireless Communication There are 3 ways of disabling and enabling wireless communication. Wireless Switch Utility ( below Settings in the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility ( Setting in the Wireless Communication Disable Utility ( NOTE For further information about Wireless LAN: For further information about Bluetooth: For further information about Wireless WAN: Refer to the instruction manual of the wireless device.

  • Page 70: Installing The Utility

    Disabling/Enabling Wireless Communication Wireless Connection Disable Utility You can automatically disable the wireless LAN/wireless WAN connection when a LAN cable is connected to the Cradle and your computer is set to the Cradle. You need to install the Wireless Connection Disable Utility to use this function. Installing the utility Log on to Windows as an administrator.

  • Page 71: Status Indication

    Disabling/Enabling Wireless Communication Status indication After installation, the Wireless Connection Disable Utility is automatically started after a user is logged in. An icon appears on the notification area. : Indicates that • the utility is enabled, and • the wireless connection is disabled since a LAN cable is connected. : Indicates that •...

  • Page 72: Wireless Lan

    Wireless LAN CAUTION To avoid unauthorized access to the computer through wireless LAN We recommend you to make security settings such as encryption before using wireless LAN. Otherwise the hard disk data such as the shared files can be exposed to the risk of unauthorized access. NOTE Communication is established through the wireless LAN antenna (A).
  • Page 73 Wireless LAN Setting the Profiles Double-click ® The [Intel PROSet/Wireless WiFi Connection Utility] screen appears. When is displayed, skip step When you double-clicked Click [Profiles] at the lower right corner of the window, and click [Add]. Enter the profile name and WiFi Network Name (SSID), and make other necessary changes, then click [Next].
  • Page 74 Wireless LAN Enabling/Disabling the Wireless LAN Standard IEEE802.11a (802.11a) Click on the notification area. Click [802.11a Enabled] or [802.11a Disabled]. NOTE In some countries, communication using IEEE802.11a (5 GHz wireless LAN) standard is restricted by law. The Wireless Switch Utility icon ( less WAN, not the setting of IEEE802.11a.
  • Page 75 Bluetooth You can access internet and other Bluetooth devices without connecting cables. NOTE Communication is established through the Bluetooth antenna (A). Do not block the antenna area with your hand or body. To use Bluetooth, set [Bluetooth] to [Enabled] (default) in the [Advanced] - [Wireless Configuration] menu of the Setup Utility ( The transmission rate will be lower when a microwave oven is used near by.

  • Page 76: Icon Enlarger

    The Icon Enlarger setting affects the website characters displayed by Internet Explorer and the e-mail characters in Outlook Express. Some characters of website and e-mail may not be enlarged. Preparation Close all of the applications before using “Icon Enlarger”. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Icon Enlarger]. Select the size. Click [OK].

  • Page 77: Loupe Utility

    Loupe Utility You can magnify the specific part of the screen. Activating the Loupe Utility Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Loupe Utility]. Click [OK]. appears on the notification area. Using the Loupe Utility Point the cursor Double-click , or right-click The part pointed by the cursor is magnified.

  • Page 78: Click [Settings]

    Loupe Utility Setting the Loupe Utility Right-click on the notification area. Click [Settings]. [Show/hide shortcuts assignment] When using the external mouse/touch pad Click [Mouse/Touch pad] Click a combination of Alt, Ctrl, and Shift, and add the check mark. (Multiple keys can be combined; for example, Ctrl + Alt) Click either [Right click] or [Left click] to use in combination with the key(s) selected in step above.

  • Page 79: Starting The Setup Utility

    Starting the Setup Utility Turn on or restart the computer. Press several times while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed soon after the computer starts the startup procedure. When [Enter Password] is displayed, input your password. When you start the Setup Utility with Supervisor Password You can make the settings of all items of the Setup Utility.

  • Page 80: Information Menu

    Setup Utility Information Menu Language Product Information Model No Serial No System Information Processor Type Processor Speed Memory Size Available Memory Hard Disk BIOS Information BIOS Embedded Controller Accumulative Operating Time Access Level Underlined items are the factory presets. English Japanese Computer information (cannot be changed.)
  • Page 81 Setup Utility Main Menu System Date • Week/Month/Day/Year. • You can use Tab to move the cursor. System Time • 24-hr. style. • You can use Tab to move the cursor. Main Configuration SAS Button Handle Button Display • The display during the Windows start-up process. When an external display is not connected, the information appears on the internal LCD even though the [External Monitor] is selected.

  • Page 82: Advanced Menu

    Setup Utility Battery 2 Current Status • Only when [Environment] is set to [Auto]. Advanced Menu CPU Configuration Execute-Disable Bit Capability Hyper Threading Technology Intel (R) Virtualization Technology Peripheral Configuration Legacy USB Support Cradle USB Port Camera Wireless Configuration Serial Port Configuration •...
  • Page 83 [Boot Option] operates. [USB Floppy Disk] [Hard Disk] [LAN] [USB Hard Disk] [USB CD/DVD Drive] Disabled It is recommended to use the Panasonic USB floppy disk drive (optional: CF-VFDU03U) Only when connected to CF-VEBH11AU Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Software Hardware ] - [Hard Disk] - [USB CD/DVD Drive] - [LAN] - [USB Hard Disk].

  • Page 84: Security Menu

    Security Menu Boot Prompt Configuration Setup Utility Prompt • When [Setup Utility Prompt] is set to [Disabled], the message “Press F2 for Setup” played on [Panasonic] boot screen. However F2, F12 is not displayed. Password on Boot Set Supervisor Password Hard Disk Lock •...
  • Page 85 Setup Utility Exit Menu Save Values and Reboot Reboot Without Saving Changes Save Options Save Current Values Load Previous Values Load Default Values Boot Override (Device Information) Reboot the system after saving the changes. Reboot the system without saving the changes. Save the changes for all Setup options.

  • Page 86: Hardware Diagnostics

    If it appears that the hardware installed in this computer is not operating properly, you can use the PC-Diagnostic Utility to determine whether or not there is a problem. If the utility discovers a problem in the hardware, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Software cannot be checked using this utility.

  • Page 87: Connect The Ac Adaptor

    Place the cursor above the icon Click (right click cannot be used) Click (close) (Enter). Keyboard operations Press Space. and then press close) cannot be selected) Press Space above the icon Press Ctrl + Alt , Del. while [Panasonic] boot screen is dis-...
  • Page 88 When running a check on the memory or the hard disk, clicking the icon once will turn on the extended diagnostic check (“FULL” (C) will be displayed below the icon); click again, and the icon will be displayed in gray (D). Click to start the diagnostic check. (Enter). while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. e.g. hard disk...
  • Page 89 If the display is red and the message “Check Result TEST FAILED” is displayed, you can assume that there is a problem with the computer’s hardware. Confirm which hardware component is displayed as red, and contact Panasonic Technical Support. If the display is green and the message “Check Result TEST PASSED” is displayed, the computer’s hardware is operating normally.

  • Page 90: Hard Disk Data Erase Utility

    If you need to erase highly confidential data, we recommend that you contact a company that specializes in this process. Panasonic Corporation will bear no responsibility for losses or damages suf- fered as a result of the use of this utility.
  • Page 91 Hard Disk Data Erase Utility Press (Enter). The computer will restart. If [Enter Password] is displayed during the following procedures, input the Supervisor Password or the User Password. Click [Erase the whole data on the Hard Disk for security] and click [Next]. At the confirmation message, click [YES].

  • Page 92: Error Code / Message

    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. Error Code/Message Solution Bad System CMOS An error has occurred in the memory of system settings. This occurs when the memory content is changed by an unexpected program operation, etc.

  • Page 93: Technical Information

    Technical Information Network Connections and Communications Software Close the communications software before using the power saving function. If the power saving function (standby or hibernation) is activated while communications software is used, the network con- nection may be interrupted, or the performance may be adversely affected. In this case, restart the computer. In a network environment, set the [System standby] and [System hibernates] settings to [Never].

  • Page 94: Troubleshooting (Advanced)

    Refer to the following instructions when a problem occurs. If the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, contact Panasonic Technical Support. For a software problem, refer to the instruction manual of the software. • To check the computer’s usage status ( Shut Down Cannot shut down or restart Windows.

  • Page 95: Wireless Communication

    Troubleshooting (Advanced) Network Cannot connect to network. Cannot check the computer’s MAC address. Wireless Communication Cannot connect to a network. Access point is not detected. Connecting Peripherals An error occurs while installing the driver. Set LAN ( page 68). Follow the steps below. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Accessories] - [Command Prompt].
  • Page 96 Depending on the floppy disk drive you are using, the computer may not boot properly. The performance is confirmed by Panasonic USB floppy disk drive (optional : CF-VFDU03U) when the computer boots from the floppy disk.

  • Page 97: Touch Screen Operation

    Click [start] - [Run] and input [c:\util\cpupower\setup.exe], and click [OK]. Follow the on-screen instructions. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [CPU Idle Setting]. Click [Performance] and click [OK], then click [Yes]. The computer will restart. If the problem persists, click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Power schemes], select [Always On] in [Power schemes], and click [OK].

  • Page 98: Fingerprint Reader

    The fingerprint sensor may be malfunctioning when it continues to perform poorly after the steps described above have been performed. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. Exported passport can help you if you need to replace the sensor. • Log on to Windows as an Administrator.
  • Page 99 Troubleshooting (Advanced) Fingerprint Reader User cannot use enrolled finger. (e.g. injury) Replacing sensor. It is strongly recommended to enroll at least 2 fingers to avoid this problem. If you enrolled multiple fingers, simply use other finger. If you only enrolled one finger that can be used, we recommend to use the [Enroll or Edit Fingerprints] wizard and enroll additional fingerprints.
  • Page 100 Troubleshooting (Advanced) Fingerprint Reader Lost [Advanced Security] backup password. Protector Suite QL reinstallation. Lost [File Safe] backup password. Accessing [File Safe] after Protector Suite QL uninstallation. Accessing [File Safe] after computer crash. Removing data from the Reader. To change the [Advanced Security] backup password, go to the [Enroll or Edit Fingerprints] wizard and swipe your finger and go through the Fingerprint enrollment.

  • Page 101: Fast User Switching Function

    Troubleshooting (Advanced) Fast User Switching Function Some applications do not work prop- erly. Screen Saver “Could not find any compatible Direct3D devices” appears. Others No response. When switching to a different user with the Fast User Switching function, the following problems may occur. We recommend you not to use the Fast User Switching function.
  • Page 102 Troubleshooting (Advanced) Others Cannot operate the screen to select the Safe mode option and the Setup Utility without the Cradle and the exter- nal keyboard. Connect your computer and the external keyboard to the Cradle, then operate by using the external keyboard. If the external keyboard and the Cradle are not available, as an emergency countermeasure, you can use the buttons that function as keys on the key- board, as shown below.

  • Page 103: Checking The Computer's Usage Status

    If you have not logged on with the administrator authority, some information will be displayed as [Not Found]. As long as it is activated, the PC Information Viewer will appear in front of all other screens. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [PC Information Viewer] - [PC Information Viewer].

  • Page 104: Disabling Auto-Defragment

    Log on to Windows as an administrator, and click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [PC Information Viewer]. Right-click [Screen Copy] and click [Properties] - [Shortcut]. Click [Shortcut key] and press the key(s) you want to use for the shortcut.
  • Page 105 Troubleshooting (Advanced) Click [Deactivate automatic defragmentation]. To return the setting to the previous value, click [Activate automatic defragmentation (Windows standard)] When the screen shows the display to change the setting, click [OK].
  • Page 106 United States and/or other countries. • Bluetooth™ is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to Panasonic Corporation. • Names of products, brands, etc., appearing in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective own companies.

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