Panasonic CF-H1 v4 Reference Manual

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Reference Manual Personal Computer

Model No. CF-H1 Series

We recommend that this Reference Manual be printed.

2Introduction

Do not set [Command Prompt] to Full Screen.

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 by pressing and holding the button of the digitizer pen, and then tapping the object.

[start] - [All Programs] : Click [start], and then click [All Programs].

: Press [ ] (Enter) key.

Ctrl + F7 : Press and hold Ctrl key, and then press F7 key.

Regarding Windows XP

3Touch 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.

If you touch the screen with the digitizer pen and your finger at the same time, the operation by the digitizer pen is enabled. To right-click You can perform Right-click with either of operation below.

Touch and hold with the digitizer pen. Press and hold the button (A) of the digitizer pen, and then touch the object.

You can perform Right-click with either of operation below.

Touch and hold with the digitizer pen. Place the mouse pointer on the object, then press [A3] button.

NOTE

The operation by touching the screen does not work in the Setup Utility.

If you do not use the digitizer pen, we recommend to assign [Right Click] to the application button [A1] or [A2]. ( page 11)

Touch the screen with the digitizer pen (included) or your finger When touching the screen, use only the digitizer pen (included) or your finger on the surface. Touching the screen with an object other than the digitizer pen (included) or your fingertip may scar or stain the surface, causing the malfunction.

Do not apply too much pressure when touching the screen Only a light touch is required to touch the screen. Applying too much pressure may damage the surface.

When the screen becomes dirty, wipe it with a soft cloth

Operation by touching the screen

Maintaining the performance of the screen

4Touch Screen Operation

The screen is specially treated to prevent dirt from adhering to the surface, so dirt can be removed easily using a dry cloth. If the dirt does not come off easily, breathe on the surface and try again. Do not apply water or solvents to the soft cloth.

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?

Do not touch the screen outside of the LCD display area The input area is defined by the LCD display screen. Touching the screen outside of the display area may result malfunc- tions or damage to the screen.

Do not apply excessive force to the screen Do not lift the computer while holding the LCD screen, or allow the screen to be twisted. Do not place any objects on the LCD screen. Any of the above may cause the screen glass to break, or may damage the LCD screen.

Operation response may be slower in low temperature environments The screen may respond to operations more slowly when using the computer in temperatures less than 5C, but this is not a malfunction. Response time will return to normal when the computer is returned to room temperature.

If the cursor jumps to a location other than where the screen was touched, or if the LCD reso- lution changes, perform the calibration Perform the procedure of Calibration ( page 5).

Things to keep in mind when using the screen

5Touch Screen Operation

Digitizer Calibration To calibrate the digitizer, use the digitizer pen and follow the steps below.

1 Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and other Hardware].

2 Click [Tablet and Pen Settings].

3 Click [Calibrate...] in [Settings].

4 Using the digitizer pen, touch each of 4 + target marks one by one, and then click [OK].

Touchscreen Calibration To calibrate the touchscreen, do not use the digitizer pen (included). Use your finger or other objects. Perform the calibration for the orientation to be used.

1 Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Option] - [Touch Settings].

2 Press Ctrl and click [Calibrate].

3 Using your finger or other object, touch of the 4 "+" target one by one, and then click [Fin- ished].

4 Restart the computer.

Calibration

6Hardware Buttons

*1 Only for model with the Barcode Reader

Button Function

Camera Button Take still pictures. ( page 30)

RFID Reader Button Read the data from RFID tags. ( page 31)

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Barcode Reader Button Read the barcode. ( page 32)

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Application Buttons Start the registered function or application. ( page 11)

Security Button Works as Ctrl + Alt + Del.

RFID

Application Buttons

RFID Camera

Security

Barcode RFID

Application Buttons

Barcode RFID Camera

Security

7Hardware Buttons

*2 Only for model without the Barcode Reader

NOTE

The Hardware buttons work when the Windows screen is displayed. The Hardware buttons may not work immediately after Windows is started up or the Windows logon screen (or the Welcome screen) is displayed.

8Panasonic Dashboard You can perform the following operations by using Panasonic Dashboard.

Check the remaining battery charge Change the LCD brightness Change the camera light settings 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

1 Press the application button [A2]*1 (A).

You can also start Panasonic dashboard by clicking icon on the notification area and click [Settings...]. Panasonic Dashboard starts up. *1 You can change the setting of application button ( page 11).

2 Make the operation.

[Battery] (B) You can check the remaining battery charge and battery operating time. Battery operating time is for reference. The operation time may increase and/or decrease by the state of the computer. This is not a malfunction.

[Brightness] (C) You can change the LCD brightness. The brightness can be changed by clicking the desired position of the bar. The brightness for battery operation and AC power operation can be set separately.

[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].

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9Panasonic Dashboard

[Cleaning Utility] (E) You can change the screen color of Cleaning Utility. When a check mark for [Half transparent] is added, Windows screen seems to be transparent of the screen color.

[Touchscreen] (F) When a check mark for [Enable digitizer pen only] is added, you can use only the digitizer pen (included) to operate by touching the screen. You cannot use the other stylus or the finger. We recommend to add a check mark for this, when you place the palm on the screen and touch the screen by using the digitizer pen. This setting is stored for each user.

Software buttons (G) You can start the application software which you registered. You can change the registered application by using [Advanced] menu. ( below)

[Advanced...] (H) You can select [Advanced] only if you logged on to Windows as an administrator. [Advanced Settings] menu is displayed. You can change the following settings. After making settings in [Advanced Settings], click [OK] to exit [Advanced Settings].

[Cleaning Reminder] (I) You can regularly display the message to remind cleaning. Some of following conditions can be selected.

[Periodically] When the defined time has passed since the last cleaning was performed. [At the time of log on] When you log on to Windows. [When the battery is exchanged] When you change the battery. [Undocked] When you undock this computer from the Cradle.

[RFID] (J) For saving power, add a check mark when you do not use the wireless smartcard function. When a check mark is added, the data will be read only when RFID reader button is pressed.

[Touchscreen] (K) When a check mark for [Enable digitizer pen only] is added, you can use only the digitizer pen (included) to operate by touching the screen. You cannot use the other stylus or the finger. We recommend to add a check mark for this, when you place the palm on the screen and touch the screen by using the digitizer pen.

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10Panasonic Dashboard

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. A Click any button. B Select the application from [Action].

You can select [Display Rotation], [Cleaning Utility], [Reference Manual] or [Launch Application]. To restore the default setting, click [Restore Default]. When you select [Launch Application], input the label to [Label] box, and select a file you wish to execute.

You can also select files with extensions .pdf, .jpeg, .wma, etc. other than .exe. When you select a file with extension .exe, you can specify the parameter into [Program parameter]. To disable the application, make the text box blank.

[Application Button Settings] (M) Application Button Settings ( page 11)

3 Click [OK] to close Panasonic Dashboard.

11Application Button Setting You can assign the startup functions of your favorite applications to the Applications Buttons.

1 Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Application Button Setting]. You can also start up Application Button Setting Utility from Panasonic Dashboard ( page 8).

2 Make the settings. You can register the execute files of the applications.

NOTE

Button [A3] is not displayed.

Application Buttons

12Application Button Setting

1 Select the action from [Action] of each button. You can select [ ], [Dashboard], [Display Switch], [Right Click], [Cleaning 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.

You can also select files with extensions .pdf, .jpeg, .wma, etc. other than .exe. When you select a file with extension .exe, you can specify the parameter into [Program parameter]. To disable the application, select [ ].

2 Click [OK].

13Panasonic Hand Writing You can make a bitmap file (.bmp) of a simple character and a figure such as signature by handwriting on the screen.

CAUTION

Do not use the Fast User Switching function while Panasonic Hand Writing is active. If you install other pointing devices (e.g., commercially available mouse driver), Panasonic Hand Writing will not work.

NOTE

The display of Panasonic Hand Writing may be distorted if the number of display colors is changed. Right-click on the notification area and click [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.

1 Double-click on the notification area. Alternatively you can click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Panasonic Hand Writing].

NOTE

Select the image size before handwriting by clicking [Option] - [Window size]. If you change the size after handwriting, the image quality will become lower. You can copy the bitmap image by clicking [Edit] - [Copy], and paste it in another application software that supports bit- map format.

Starting Panasonic Hand Writing

14Display Rotation

1 Press [A1] button (A). Each time you press the button, the screen display rotates counter- clockwise by 90. When the computer is set to the Cradle, the screen display does not rotate. If you want to rotate the screen display even if the computer is set to the Cradle, follow the step below.

A Click on the notification area and click one of the display angles.

NOTE

Alternatively you can rotate the display by the following procedure. Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [mobile PC] - [Change screen orientation]. While the display is rotated: Do not use the Extended Desktop. The touchscreen or digitizer may not work properly. Do not set the resolution larger than that of the internal LCD. The computer's performance is slightly lowered. When the display is rotated, the motion video may not be displayed correctly or the sound may be distorted. Return the display angle to [Primary Landscape]. When you start up Windows and rotate the display right after logging on, the display may return to the previous state in approximately 1 minute. In this case, rotate the display again.

Rotating the Display

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15Standby and Hibernation Functions

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.

1 Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced].

2 Select [Stand by] or [Hibernate] for [When I press the power button on my computer], and then click [OK].

NOTE

You need to make the setting if you want to use hibernation function.

Connect the AC adaptor if the computer will be in standby for a long period of time. If you cannot use the AC adaptor, use hibernation instead. Using standby or hibernation repeatedly may cause malfunction of the computer. To stabilize computer operation, restart Windows regularly (about once a week) without using standby or hibernation. Save the necessary data. Close files you have opened from removable disks and network drives. It may take 1 or 2 minutes to enter hibernation. Do not touch any key though the screen becomes dark. The password you set in the Setup Utility is not requested at resuming. You can use the Windows password for security in standby or hibernation. A Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts], and select the account. B Click [Create a password] and set the password.

Starting Up Your Computer Quickly

Function Data is saved to Recovery time Power supply

Standby Memory Short Required. (If power is not supplied, all data will be lost.)

Hibernation Hard disk Rather long Not required. (However power is slightly consumed to keep the hibernation.)

Setting Standby or Hibernation

Precautions

16Standby and Hibernation Functions

C 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.

When any of the hard disk drive indicator and the RFID indicator is on. When playing/recording audio files or displaying motion video such as MPEG files. When using communication software or network functions. When using peripheral devices.

(If peripheral devices fail to work normally, restart the computer.)

To enter standby or hibernation 1 Press the power switch (A) until a beep*1 sounds.

Standby: The power indicator (B) blinks green. Hibernation: The power indicator (B) goes off.

To enter standby, you can click [start] - [Turn Off Computer] - [Stand By] instead of pressing the power switch.

*1 If the speakers are muted, beeps do not sound.

CAUTION

At the beep*2, immediately release the power switch. If you press and hold the power switch for longer than 4 seconds, the computer will forcibly shut down and unsaved data will be lost even if you have set [Shut down] in [When I press the power button on my computer] ( page 15 Setting Standby or Hibernation).

*2 According to circumstances, beeps may not sound.

While the computer is entering standby or hibernation, do not touch the computer. For example, do not: Touch the screen, hardware buttons or power switch. Use an external mouse or other peripheral devices. Connect or disconnect the AC adaptor. Set to or remove from the Cradle. Wait until the power indicator blinks green (standby) or goes off (hibernation).

Entering/Resuming from Standby or Hibernation

A B

17Standby and Hibernation Functions

It may take 1 or 2 minutes to enter standby or hibernation.

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.

To resume from standby or hibernation 1 Press the power switch(A).

CAUTION

Do not perform the following operations until resuming is complete. After the display is resumed, wait approximately 30 seconds (normally) or 60 seconds (when the computer is on a network). Touch the screen, hardware buttons or power switch. Use an external mouse or other peripheral devices. Connect or disconnect the AC adaptor. Shut down or restart Windows. Enter standby or hibernation (Wait approximately 1 minute). Set to or remove from the Cradle.

NOTE

After resuming from standby or hibernation, the message TosBtMng has stopped working may appear. Click [Close program]. If Bluetooth connections are cut off, click [start] - [All Programs] - [Bluetooth] - [Bluetooth Settings], and connect to the Bluetooth devices again.

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18Saving Power You can extend battery life and save power also during AC adaptor usage.

Use the methods below to reduce power consumption.

Change [Power Options] 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.

Reduce LCD brightness by using Panasonic Dashboard Reducing internal LCD brightness will reduce power consumption.

Turn off the computer when it is not in use You can also turn off only the wireless LAN, wireless WAN (only for model with wireless WAN) or Bluetooth power.

Disconnect external devices (USB devices, external mice, etc.) that are not being used

Use Standby/Hibernation Enter to standby or hibernation when you have to leave the computer. This shuts down computer operation to reduce power consumption.

Reducing Power Consumption

19Security Measures Use these features to protect your data.

Set the Supervisor Password before setting the User Password.

Preparation Set the computer to the Cradle and connect an external keyboard to the Cradle.

1 Start up the Setup Utility ( page 58).

2 Select [Security].

3 Select [Set Supervisor Password] or [Set User Password], and press (Enter).

4 Enter your password in [Enter New Password] and press (Enter). When the password has been set, you need to enter your password in [Enter Current Password] and press (Enter). To disable the password, leave the input field empty and press (Enter).

5 Enter your password again in [Confirm New Password] and press (Enter).

6 In [Setup Notice], press (Enter).

7 Press F10, and then select [Yes] and press (Enter). CAUTION

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.

NOTE

The password will not be displayed on the screen. You can use up to 32 alphanumeric characters (including spaces). The case (upper/lower) is ignored. Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password. You cannot use Shift and Ctrl to input a password. Disabling the Supervisor Password also disables the User Password.

Setting the Supervisor Password/User Password

20Security Measures

You can set a start-up password to protect your computer from unauthorized use.

1 Set the password ( page 19), and select [Enabled] in [Password on Boot] in the [Secu- rity] menu of the Setup Utility ( page 63).

NOTE

To enter the password, you need to set the computer to the Cradle and connect an external keyboard to the Cradle. If the Supervisor Password or User Password has been set, the password input screen will be displayed on starting-up of the Setup Utility even though [Password on Boot] is set to [Disabled].

The hard disk lock function protects the hard disk data from being read or written when the hard disk is attached to another computer. The data can be read/written when the hard disk is returned to the original computer.

1 Select [Enabled] in [Hard Disk Lock] in the [Security] menu of the Setup Utility ( page 63).

CAUTION

For the data being read/written on the original computer, the Setup Utility settings must be the same as when the hard disk was removed. You cannot use the hard disk lock function without setting the Supervisor Password. Set the Supervisor Password beforehand ( page 19). 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. Note that the hard disk lock does not guarantee complete protection of the data.

Preventing Your Computer from Unauthorized Use

Preventing Your Hard Disk Data from Being Read or Written

21Battery Power

You can attach 2 battery packs to this computer. The battery indicators are prepared for each battery. A : Battery 1 indicator B : Battery 2 indicator

Battery Indicator

Battery indicator Battery status

Not lit The battery pack is not inserted or not being charged. You can check presence of the battery pack by using Panasonic Dashboard

( page 8)

Orange Charging is in progress.

Green The battery is fully-charged.

Blinking green When you close the battery cover with the battery pack already inserted: You can check the battery level by blinking times

Except for the operations stated above: In high temperature mode, the battery pack is discharging the power to 80%*1 of normal temperature mode ( page 24). Do not remove the battery pack since the power is not supplied even if you connect the AC adaptor in this status. If remove the battery pack, the computer will be turned off and lose data. *1 In high temperature mode, the 100% battery level is equivalent to 80% level of the normal tem-

perature mode.

A B

5 times 95 % to 100 % 50 % to 94 % 25 % to 49 % 5 % to 24 % 0 % to 4 %

4 times 3 times 2 times 1 time

Blinking times Battery level

22Battery Power

NOTE

Once the battery is fully charged, the computer performs recharging only when the battery level becomes less than approximately 95%, so overcharging is avoided.

Red 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.

When blinking approx. every 0.5 second: The battery cover is open. If you remove the battery pack in this case, the power supply is cut off and the computer is shut down. Close the battery cover immediately.

Blinking orange The battery cannot be charged temporarily due to the following reasons: Its internal temperature is out of the acceptable range. The power supply is not enough because software applications or peripheral

devices are consuming a large amount of power.

Battery indicator Battery status

23Battery Power

You can check the remaining battery charge on the screen.

(After logging on to Windows)

1 Start up Panasonic Dashboard. When the battery pack is inserted (example)

When the battery pack is not inserted

NOTE

The battery display may not correspond to the actual remaining battery charge in the cases as below. To correct the display, perform the Battery Recalibration ( page 26). The battery indicator remains red. The indicator lights orange and the display shows 99% for a long time. Low battery warning appears soon after a short time of use.

This can occur when the computer is in standby for a long time without power supply from the AC adaptor. The battery display may not be the same as that of notification area or of [Power Meter] in [Power Options Properties]. This is not a malfunction.

Checking the Remaining Battery Charge

Normal temperature mode ( page 24)

High temperature mode ( page 24)

In charging

In discharging (The battery pack in the frame is discharging)

Normal temperature mode ( page 24)

High temperature mode ( page 24)

24Battery 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 ( page 60).

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. After switching from [Normal Temperature] to [High Temperature] or vice versa, the remaining battery capacity will not be displayed correctly until the battery pack is completely discharged or fully charged. In the [Auto] mode: Once the computer has automatically switched from the normal temperature mode to the high temperature mode, the computer will not switch back to the normal temperature mode until the battery has been used and recharged to a total charge level of about 5 times as much as that of the fully-charged state. This is to avoid battery deterioration. In [Auto] mode, mode switching is possible only for the battery pack in operation. The other batterys [Environment] mode remains the same.

25Battery 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]

When the battery level becomes 5% [Critical battery alarm]

Displays a message that the battery level is low. The computer enters hibernation.

Charge the battery. Connect the AC adaptor or replace the battery to start up the computer.

Connect the AC adaptor immediately. If you do not have the AC adaptor, close the application and turn off the computer, then confirm that the power indicator is off. If you have a fully charged spare battery, turn off the computer, replace the battery and turn the computer on again.

Connect the AC adaptor and charge the battery. If you have a fully charged spare battery, replace the battery and turn the computer on again. Do not resume from hibernation until the battery is charged or replaced.

26Battery Power

The Battery Recalibration function measures and memorizes the battery capacity. To correct the battery display, use this function to fill the battery and then discharge it completely. Perform the procedure at least once immediately after purchasing the computer. Normally the interval of battery recalibration is 3 months. The battery display may not be correct when the bat- tery pack deteriorates after a long time use. In this case, perform the procedure again.

1 Connect the AC adaptor.

2 Close all the applications.

3 Perform Battery Recalibration. A Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Battery] - [Battery Recalibration]. B When the confirmation message appears, click [Start].

Frequent recalibration of the battery can degrade the battery. A caution message appears when the battery recalibration is performed at the shorter interval than approximately a month. In this case, cancel the battery recalibration.

C When the message requests shut down of Windows, click [Yes]. The battery recalibration starts. After the battery pack is fully charged, discharging starts. When the discharging is completed, the power goes off automatically.

After the battery recalibration is finished, normal charging starts.

NOTE

The temperature range should be 10C to 30C {50F to 86F}. The battery recalibration may take a long time due to the large battery capacity. This is not a malfunction. Full charge: Approx. 7 hours with 2 batteries Complete discharge: Approx. 4 hours with 2 batteries If the computer is turned off during the battery recalibration (e.g., due to power failure, or accidental removal of the AC adaptor and battery pack), the battery recalibration will not be completed. You can also perform the battery recalibration with the following procedure. A Set the computer to the Cradle and connect an external keyboard to the Cradle. B Restart the computer. C Press and hold F9 while the [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed just after the computer starts the startup proce-

dure. D When the remaining battery capacity is displayed, press (Enter). E Follow the on-screen instructions.

Correcting the Battery Display (Battery Recalibration)

27Battery Power

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.

CAUTION

The battery pack is not charged when you first purchase it. Be sure to charge it before using for the first time. Charging starts automatically when the AC adaptor is connected to the computer. Use only the specified battery pack with your computer.

Checking the battery pack that can be replaced/removed Remove/replace the battery pack under the right conditions according to the chart below because if the computer is mistak- enly shut down, this may cause data to be lost and the computer to malfunction.

Replacing the Battery Pack

When the com- puter is ON or in Standby/Hiberna- tion

When the AC adaptor is not connected

Only one battery pack can be removed/replaced. To check if the battery pack can be removed/replaced: When you open the battery cover, the blinking (red) of battery indicator tells.

When blinking approx. every 4 seconds: Can be replaced When blinking approx. every 0.5 second: Cannot be replaced

When the AC adaptor is connected

Both battery packs can be removed/replaced.

When the computer is OFF Both battery packs can be removed/replaced.

28Battery Power

1 Open the battery cover. A Slide the battery cover and open the cover. B Open the cover.

Check the blinking (red) status of battery indicator ( page 27).

2 Pull the tab to remove the battery pack.

3 Insert the new battery pack until it securely fits the connec- tor.

4 Close the battery cover. A Close the battery cover. B Slide the battery cover until it clicks.

CAUTION

Make sure the battery cover is securely locked, otherwise the battery pack may fall when you carry the computer.

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29USB 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

1 Connect the USB device to the USB port. When using the cable specifically designed for this Cradle, you can tighten screws at position (A). For further information, refer to the instruction manual of the USB device.

To remove the USB device 1 Disable the USB device.

A Double-click on the notification area and select the USB device, then click [Stop]. B Follow the on-screen instructions.

This step is not necessary when; Removing the device after turning off the computer. is not displayed. The device does not appear in the list in step A.

2 Remove the USB device.

NOTE

You may need to install the driver for the USB device. Follow the on-screen instructions or refer to the instruction man- ual of the USB device. You may need to install the driver again when connecting the device to another port. When a USB device is connected, standby and hibernation may not function normally. If the computer does not start up normally, remove the USB device and restart the computer. When the USB device is removed and then inserted, may appear in the Device Manager and the device may not be correctly recognized. In this case, remove and connect the device again. When a USB device is connected, power consumption increases. Remove the USB device when it is not in use, espe- cially when operating by battery power.

Connecting/Removing USB Devices

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30Camera You can take still pictures.

1 Hold the side of the computer to aim the cam- era.

2 Press the Camera button (A) to activate the camera. Preview window is displayed.

3 Press the Camera button (A) to take a picture. A picture is displayed in the window.

Save the picture A Click [Save] and specify the destination to save and file

name, then click [Save]. Copy the picture to clipboard

A Click [Copy to Clipboard]. Delete the picture

A Click [Delete], and then click [Yes].

4 Click [Close] to close the picture window.

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Camera lens (rear side)

31RFID 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.

1 Aim the RFID Reader (A) at the center of RFID tag.

2 Press the RFID button (B). The application which supports the RFID authentication is run, or read data is displayed.

NOTE

Operation distance depends on RFID tag.

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32Barcode Reader <,Only for model with Barcode Reader>

CAUTION

Do not look directly into the reading window. DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY AT THE LED LIGHT. Be sure to read Precautions in the OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.

Decode Capabilities

Australian Post, Aztec, BPO, Codabar, Code11, Code39, Code93, Code128/GS1-128, DataMatrix, DutchPost, GS1Composite, I2 of 5, JapanPost, Maxicode, MSI Code, PDF417, MicroPDF417, Planet, Plessey Code, Postnet, QR Code, GS1 Databar, Telepen, TLC39, UPC/EAN

1 Aim the Barcode Reader (A) at the barcode.

2 Press one of the Barcode Reader buttons (B). The LED lights red to indicate the reading position.

Reading Barcodes

B

A

A

B

When reading a barcode on a horizontal surface.

When reading a barcode on a vertical surface.

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To Correctly Read a Barcode with This Computer, Observe the Following

The reading angle is important factor. 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. Perform reading so that the entire symbol falls within the center of the red LED light.

The reader can still read a barcode even if the barcode is not in the center of the red LED light. However, if a part of the barcode lies outside the LED light, the barcode cannot be read. Make sure the entire barcode is inside the LED light.

2 to 3

Right Right

LED light

Right Right

Right Wrong

LED light

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If the reading window is dirty, gently wipe the reading window with a cloth or a cotton swab moistened with water. Do not allow materials that can easily scratch the reading window to touch the window, such as sandpaper or metal object. For parts other than the reading window, please read Handling and Maintenance in the Operating Instructions.

Cleaning the Reading Window

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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.

1 Slide your finger. To prevent a reading error.

A Set the first joint of your index finger on the sensor as illustrated to the right. B Slide your finger until it completely crosses.

You can slide your finger from both sides. When the fingerprint sensor does not enroll or authenticate your fingerprint properly: You slid your finger too fast or too slow. Your finger was soiled or it has a scar on the surface. Your finger was wet or extremely dry. Your fingerprint does not have sufficient data for personal identification. For further information, refer to Fingerprint Reader ( page 77).

CAUTION

We shall not be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever resulting from your Fingerprint device or neglect of Finger- print device use, or any data loss resulting from such developments as Fingerprint authentication device malfunction- ing.

Fingerprint Reader

Fingerprint sensor

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Fingerprints 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 users fingerprints instead of passwords for security authentication. You can use your fingerprints to start up your computer and log on Windows. We recommend you use the Fingerprint Reader in combination with the TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to increase the secu- rity level of your computer.

To access the online manual This manual describes Step 2, 3 and the initial part of Step 4. For further information, refer to the UPEK Protector Suite QL Help menu.

Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Protector Suite QL] - [Help].

Overview

Recommended Installation Procedure

Performed by the Computer Administrator

Step 1

Performed by each user

Step 4

User Fingerprint Enrollment

Users Data

Windows Logon Password

Fingerprint

Fingerprint Backup Password

Power-on Password

TPM Installation ( Installation Manual of TPM)

(If the TPM is not being used, skip this step.)

Step 2

Fingerprint Utility Installation

Step 3

TPM Fingerprint Utility Initialization

(If the TPM is not being used, skip this step.)

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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. You might not be able to use your data if you lose fingerprints, keys, credentials and passwords. Back up the Fingerprint authentication data in a safe place. For further information, refer to Backup ( page 40). General interact