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Panasonic Toughbook 31 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic Toughbook 31 Operating Instructions Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Contents
Getting Started
Introduction .................................................................
Read Me First ............................................................
(Precautions)
Description of Parts ..................................................
First-time Operation ..................................................

Useful Information

On-screen Manual ....................................................
Handling and Maintenance .......................................
Reinstalling Software ................................................

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting (Basic) ............................................
Appendix
LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT ...................
Specifi cations ...........................................................
LIMITED WARRANTY ..............................................
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Personal Computer CF-31 series Model No. Contents Getting Started Introduction ..............Read Me First ............(Precautions) Description of Parts ..........First-time Operation ..........Useful Information On-screen Manual ............ Handling and Maintenance ........Reinstalling Software ..........Troubleshooting Troubleshooting (Basic) ..........Appendix LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT ....

  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Terms and illustrations in these instructions Conditions that may result in minor or moderate injury. CAUTION Useful and helpful information. NOTE Enter : Press [Enter] key.

  • Page 3: Read Me First

    Read Me First Important Safety Instructions / Importantes Mesures De Sécurité <Only for model with modem> <Pour modèles avec modem uniquement> When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions Certaines mesures de sécurité doivent être prises pendant l’utilisation should always be followed to reduce the risk of fi re, electric de matérial téléphonique afi...
  • Page 4 Failure to comply with these precautions violates safety standards of design, manufacture and intended use of the product. Panasonic assumes no liability for customer failure to comply with these precautions. When in a hospital or other health care facility, observe the restrictions on the use of mobiles. Switch Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating wireless WAN modem off, if instructed to do so by the guidelines posted in sensitive areas.
  • Page 5 20 cm spacing between external antenna(s) and from that to which the receiver is connected. all person’s body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist and Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced feet) during wireless modes of operation. radio/TV technician for help.
  • Page 6 For disposal or recy- determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone cling information, please visit Panasonic website: company. http://www.panasonic.com/environmental or call 4. If your telephone equipment cause harm to the telephone...
  • Page 7 Models for Canada <Only for model with modem> minaux qui peuvent être raccordés à une interface. La ter- minaison d’une interface téléphonique peut consister en une Industry Canada (IC) Notice for modem combinaison de quelques dispositifs, à la seule condition que This equipment contains an Industry Canada approved modem la somme d’indices d’équivalence de la sonnerie de touts les unit.
  • Page 8 Read Me First Afi n de réduire le risque d’interférence radioélectrique aux WARNING-EXPLOSION HAZARD-SUBSTITUTION OF COM- autres utilisateurs des bandes de fréquences, le type d’antenne PONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR CLASSI, DIVI- et son gain doivent être tels que la puissance isotrope rayonnée SION2.
  • Page 9 fi re. human life or safety. Panasonic cannot be held responsible in Keep SD Memory Cards Away from Infants and Small Chil-...
  • Page 10 11) with your prod- prevents the degradation of the battery in high temperature uct. Use of battery packs other than those manufactured and supplied by Panasonic may present a safety hazard (generation environments. ( Reference Manual “Battery Power”) A of heat, ignition or rupture).

  • Page 11: Description Of Parts

    Description of Parts Left side : Numeric key (NumLk) : Scroll lock (ScrLk) : Hard disk drive status : Multimedia pocket device status or the second A: Wireless LAN Antenna / Bluetooth Antenna battery status. <Only for model with wireless LAN> : Battery status Reference Manual “Wireless LAN”...
  • Page 12 Description of Parts Right side Rear side Bottom A: Hard Disk Drive J: USB Port (2.0) Reference Manual “Hard Disk Drive” Reference Manual “USB Devices” B: HDMI Port K: External Antenna Connector Reference Manual “External Display” L: Expansion Bus Connector Reference Manual “Port Replicator / Car C: SIM Card Slot <Only for model with wireless WAN>...
  • Page 13 This computer contains a magnet and magnetic products at the locations circled in the illustration at right. Avoid leaving metallic object or magnetic me- dia in contact with these areas.

  • Page 14: First-Time Operation

    First-time Operation Preparation A Check and identify the supplied accessories. If you do not fi nd the described accessories, contact Panasonic Technical Support ( pages 32 - 36). • AC Adaptor ..1 • AC Cord ..1 •...

  • Page 15: Opening The Display

    Attaching the stylus to the computer (only for model with touchscreen) Use the tether to attach the stylus to the computer so you will not lose it. There are holes (A) to attach it. CAUTION Do not pull the tether with excessive force. The stylus may hit the computer, person’s body or other objects when released.
  • Page 16 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 ( pages 32 - 36). Any changes from the default setting of the Setup Utility must not be made until the First-time Operation is completed.
  • Page 17 D Click [OK]. Perform the calibration for the orientation to be used. NOTE PC Information Viewer This computer periodically records the management information of the hard disk, etc. The maximum data volume for each record is 1024 bytes. This information is only used for estimating the cause in the case when the hard disk goes down by any possibility. They are never sent to outside via network nor used for any other purpose except for the purpose described the above.

  • Page 18: On-Screen Manual

    Alternatively click (Start) - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals] - [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.

  • Page 19: Handling And Maintenance

    Handling and Maintenance Operation environment Place the computer on a fl at stable surface not subject to shock, vibration, and danger of dropping. Do not place the computer upright or turn it over. If the computer is exposed to an extremely strong impact, it may become dam- aged.
  • Page 20 Handling and Maintenance Preventing your computer from unauthorized use via wireless LAN/Bluetooth/wireless WAN <Only for model with wireless LAN/Bluetooth/wireless WAN> Before using wireless LAN/Bluetooth/wireless WAN, make the appropriate security settings such as data encryp- tion. Battery Recalibration The battery recalibration may take a long time due to the large battery capacity. This is not a malfunction. Full charge: Approximately 3.5 hours (with Main Battery) / 6.5 hours (with Main Battery + Second Battery) Complete discharge: Approximately 4.0 hours (with Main Battery) / 6.0 hours (with Main Battery + Second Bat- tery)

  • Page 21: Reinstalling Software

    Connect the AC adaptor and do not remove it until reinstallation is complete. Turn on the computer, and press while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. The Setup Utility starts up. l If the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password.
  • Page 22 Remove all peripherals. Connect the AC adaptor and do not remove it until reinstallation is complete. Turn on the computer, and press while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. The Setup Utility starts up. If the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting (Basic)

    (The screen stays black.) You have forgotten the pass- Supervisor Password or User Password: Contact Panasonic Technical Support pages 32 - 36). word. Administrator password: If you have a password reset disk, you can reset the administrator password. Set the disk and enter any wrong password, then follow the on-screen instructions and set a new password.
  • Page 24 D Select the option in [Check disk options] and click [Start]. E Click [Schedule disk check] and restart the computer. Start the computer in Safe Mode and check the error details. When the [Panasonic] boot screen disappears at startup, press and hold...
  • Page 25 LCD. disordered. If you continue to experience problems, try changing the display. Click (Start) - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Display Selector]. Simultaneous display cannot be used until Windows startup is complete (during Setup Utility, etc.). The external display does If the external display does not support the power saving function, it may not work nor- not work normally.
  • Page 26 Troubleshooting (Basic) n Touch Pad / Touchscreen (only for model with touchscreen) The cursor does not work. l When using the external mouse, connect it correctly. l Restart the computer using the keyboard. Enter . Press and press è two times, and press  to select [Restart] and press l If the computer does not respond to keyboard commands, read “No response”...

  • Page 27: Limited Use License Agreement

    DEEMED TO CONSTITUTE YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE. Panasonic Corporation has developed or otherwise obtained the Programs and hereby licenses their use to you. You assume sole responsibility for the selection of the Product (including the associated Programs) to achieve your intend- ed results, and for the installation, use and results obtained therefrom.
  • Page 28 En utilisant les logiciels, vous vous engagez de manière défi nitive à respecter les termes, clauses et conditions des présentes. Panasonic Corporation a mis au point ou obtenu les Logiciels et vous en concède l’utilisation par les présentes. Vous assumez l’entière responsabilité du choix de ce Produit (y compris des Logiciels associés) pour obtenir les résultats escomptés, ainsi que de l’installation, de l’utilisation et des résultats obtenus.

  • Page 29: Specifi Cations

    Specifications This page provides the specifications for the basic model. The model number is different according to the unit configuration. l To check the model number: Check the bottom of the computer or the box the computer came in at the time of purchase. l To check CPU speed, memory size and the hard disk drive (HDD) size: Run the Setup Utility (è...
  • Page 30 , Aptio Setup Utility, Hard Disk Data Erase Utility , PC-Diagnostic Utility, Wireless Manager *31 *33 Mobile Edition 5.5f , Quick Boot Manager, Fan Monitoring Utility, Dashboard for Panasonic PC, GPS Viewer , Camera Utility , System Interface Manager, Video switch Utility, External Antenna Set-...
  • Page 31 (Start) and input “c:\util\drivers\tpm\index.hta” in [Search programs and fi les] and press This slot is compatible with High-Speed Mode. Operation has been tested and confi rmed using Panasonic SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Cards with a capacity of up to 64 GB. Operation on other SD equipment is not guaranteed.

  • Page 32: Limited Warranty

    Section 1: Limited Warranty - Hardware PSCNA, referred hereafter as “Panasonic” will repair the products listed below with new or rebuilt parts, free of charge in a Global Panasonic designated service location for the period specified below from the date of original purchase in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship.
  • Page 33 Section 2 - Limited Warranty - Software Panasonic warrants to you only that the disk(s) or other media on which the Programs are furnished will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of sixty (60) days from the date of delivery thereof to you, as evidenced by your purchase receipt.
  • Page 34 No Coverage – This limited warranty does not apply if the disk(s) or other media has been used in other than a Panasonic product, or in environmental conditions other than those specifi ed by PCI or the manufacturer, or if subjected to misuse, neglect, mishan- dling, modifi...
  • Page 35 GARANTIE LIMITÉE – SUPPORTS DES LOGICIELS Couverture – Panasonic Canada Inc. (« PCI ») garantit à l’acheteur original que la ou les disquettes ou tout autre support sur lequel le ou les programmes sont fournis sont exempts de défauts de pièces et de fabrication dans des conditions normales d’utili- sation au Canada, et ce, pour une période de soixante (60) jours suivant la date de réception indiquée sur la preuve d’achat.
  • Page 36 Subject to the conditions of this warranty Panasonic or it’s Authorised Service Centre will perform necessary service on the product without charge for parts or labour, if in the opinion of Panasonic, the product is found to be faulty within the warranty period.
  • Page 37 MEMO...
  • Page 38 MEMO...
  • Page 40 NERGY guidelines for energy effi ciency. By enabling available power management settings, Panasonic computers enter a low-power sleep mode after a period of inactivity, saving the user energy. <Only for U.S.A.> To learn more about power management, please visit the web site: www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=power_mgt.pr_power_management...

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