Panasonic Cf 51pfvdebm Owners Manual

							
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Contents
Getting Started
Useful Information
Troubleshooting
Getting Started
Useful Information
Troubleshooting
Appendix
Appendix
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Personal Computer
Model No. CF-51  series
Introduction
................................................. 2
Read Me First.............................................. 3
Description of Parts....................................... 9
First-time Operation..................................... 11
On-screen Manual....................................... 13
Handling and Maintenance............................. 14
Hard Disk Data Erase Utility........................... 16
Reinstalling Software.................................... 17
Error Code/Message.................................... 19
Troubleshooting (Basic)................................ 20
LIMITED USE LICE NSE AGREEMENT.............. 23
Contrat de licence d’usage limité...................... 24
Specifications............................................ 25
LIMITED WARRANTY.................................. 29
For more information about the com-
puter, you can refer to the on-screen 
manual.
To access the on-screen manual. 
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic computer. For op timum performance and safety, please read these instruc-
tions carefully.
„ Terms and illustrations  in these instructions
z Some illustrations are simplified to  help your understanding and may look different from the actual unit.
z If you do not log on as an administrator, you cannot use some functions or cannot display some screens.
z Refer for the latest information about optional products to the catalogs, etc.
z In these instructions, the names a nd terms are referred as follows.
• “Microsoft
® Windows® XP Professional Service Pack  2 with Advanced Security Technologies” as “Windows” or 
“Windows XP”
• “WinDVD™ 5  (OEM Version)” as “WinDVD”
• “B’s Recorder GOLD8 BASI C” as “B’s Recorder”
• “B’s CLiP 6” as “B’s CLiP”
• DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive and DVD MULTI drive as “CD/DVD drive”
• Circular media including DVD-ROM and CD-ROM as “discs”
„ Copyright
This manual is copyrighted by Matsushita  Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. with all rights reserved. No part of this manual may 
be reproduced in any form without the prior written  permission of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
No patent liability is assumed with respect to  the use of the information contained herein.
© 2006 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.  All Rights Reserved.
„ Disclaimer
Computer specifications and manuals are subject to change without notice. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. 
assumes no liability for damage  incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or  discrepancies between the com-
puter and the manuals.
„ Trademarks
Microsoft
®, Windows® and the Windows logo are registered trademarks  of Microsoft Corporation of the United States 
and/or other countries.
Intel, Core, Viiv, Centrino and PROSet  are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation.
SD Logo is a trademark. 
Adobe, the Adobe logo and Adobe Reader are either regist ered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorpo-
rated in the United States and/or other countries.
Bluetooth is a trademark owned by Bluetoo th SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
WinDVD™ is a trademark of InterVideo, Inc.
Panasonic
® is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Names of products, brands, etc., appearing in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective 
own companies.  : Conditions that may result 
in minor or moderate injury.
 : Useful and help ful information.
Enter : Press [Enter] key.
Fn + F5 : Press and hold [Fn] key, and then press [F5] key.
[start] - [Run] : Click [start], and then click [Run ]. You may need to double-click in some cases.
Î  : Page in these Operating Instructions or in the Reference Manual.
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Federal Communications Commission Radio Fre-
quency Interference Statement
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to com-
ply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to 
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to 
provide reasonable protecti on against harmful interfer-
ence in a residential installation. This equipment gener-
ates, uses and can radiate ra dio frequency energy and, if 
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, 
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. 
However, there is no guarantee  that interference will not 
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does 
cause harmful interference to radio or television recep-
tion, which can be determined by turning the equipment 
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the 
interference by one or more of the following measures:
z Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
z Increase the separation between the equipment and 
receiver.
z Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differ-
ent from that to which the receiver is connected.
z Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experi-
enced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning
To assure continued compliance, use only shielded inter-
face cables when connecting to a computer or peripheral. 
Also, any changes or modifications not expressly 
approved by the party responsible for compliance could 
void the user’s authority  to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part  15 of the FCC Rules. 
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received,  including interference that may cause undesired oper-
ation.
Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way 
Secaucus, NJ 07094
Tel No:1-800-LAPTOP5 (1-800-527-8675)

FCC RF Exposure Warning:
z This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure 
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
z This equipment must be installed and operated in 
accordance with provided in structions and minimum 
1.5 cm spacing must be provided between antenna 
and all person’s body (excluding extremities of hands, 
wrist and feet) during wireless modes of operation.
z This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in 
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 
z This computer is provided with a PC Card slot that 
could be used with wireless  transmitter(s), which will 
be specifically recommended, when they become 
available. Other third-party wireless transmitter(s) 
have not been RF exposure evaluated for use with this 
computer and may not comply with FCC RF exposure 
requirements.
This product is restricted to  indoor use due to its operation 
in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range.
FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the fre-
quency range 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for  harmful interf
erence to co-channel Mobile Satellite sys-
tems.
High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 
5.25 to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands. These 
radar stations can cause interference with and/or damage 
this product.
FCC Regulation Notice for modem
This equipment contains a FCC approved modem.
1. This equipment complies wi th CFR47 Part 68 rules. 
On the computer is a label that contains, among other 
information, the FCC registration number and ringer 
equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If 
required, this inform ation must be provided to the tele-
phone company.
2. An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is  provided with this equipment. This equipment is 
designed to be connected to the telephone network or 
premises wiring using a compatible modular jack 
which is Part 68 compliant.  See Installation Instruc-
tions for details.
3. The REN is used to determi ne the quantity of devices 
which may be connected to the telephone line. Exces-
sive RENs on the telepho ne line may result in the 
devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In 
most, but not all area, the sum of RENs should not 
exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of 
devices that may be connected to a line, as deter-
mined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone 
company.
4. If your telephone equipment cause harm to the tele-
phone network, the teleph one company will notify you 
in advice that temporary discontinuance of service 
may be required. But if advice notice isn’t practical, the 
telephone company will notify  the customer as soon as 
possible. Also, you will be advis ed of your right to file a 
complaint with the FCC if yo u believe it is necessary.
5. The telephone comp any may take changes in its facili-
ties, equipment, operations  or procedures that could 
affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens 
the telephone company will pr ovide advance notice in 
order for you to make nec essary modifications to 
maintain uninterrupted service.
6. If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair  or warranty information, please contact Panasonic 
Corporation of North America at DIAL TOLL FREE 1-
800-LAPTOP5 (1-800-527-8675). If the equipment is 
causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone 
company may request that you disconnect the equip-
ment until the problem is resolved.
7. There are no user serviceable parts contained in this  equipment.
8. This equipment may not be used on coin service pro- vided by the telephone company. Connection to party 
lines is subject to state tariffs.
9. The Telephone Consumer  Protection Act of 1991 
makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or 
other electronic device to send any message via a 
telephone fax machine unless such message clearly 
contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each 
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transmitted page or on the first page of the transmis-
sion, the date and time it is  sent and an identification of 
the business or other entry, or other individual sending 
the message and the telephone number of the sending 
machine or such business, other entity, or individual. In 
order to program this informa tion into your fax soft-
ware, you should refer to the manual of the Fax soft-
ware being used.
10.According to the FCC’s elec trical safety advisory, we 
recommend that you may install an AC surge arrestor 
in the AC outlet to which this equipment is connected. 
Telephone companies report  that electrical surges, 
typically lightning transients , are very destructive to 
customer terminal equipment connected to AC power 
sources and that this is a major nationwide problem.“Caution : To reduce the risk of fire, use only No.26 AWG or 
larger telecommunication line cord.”
“ATTENTION : Pour réduire le risque d’incendie, utiliser 
uniquement des conducteurs de télécommunications 26 
AWG ou de section supérieure.”
Notice for the products using LCD
This product uses one or more fluorescent lamps contain-
ing a small amount of mercury. It also contains lead in 
some components. Disposal of  these materials may be 
regulated in your community due to environmental consid-
erations. 
For disposal or recycling information please contact your 
local authorities, or the Elec tronics Industries Alliance: 

Industry Canada (IC) Notice for modem
This equipment contains an  Industry Canada approved 
modem unit.
The Industry Canada label is affixed on the modem unit.
EQUIPMENT ATTACHEMENT LIMITATIONS
“NOTICE: The Industry Canada  label identifies certified 
equipment. This certification means that the equipment 
meets telecommunications network protective, opera-
tional and safety requirements as prescribed in the appro-
priate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements 
document(s). The Department does not guarantee the 
equipment will operate to  the user’s satisfaction.
Before installing this equipm ent, users should ensure that 
it is permissible to be connec ted to the facilities of the 
local telecommunic ations company. The equipment must 
also be installed using an acceptable method of connec-
tion. The customer should be aware that compliance with 
the above conditions may not prevent degradation of ser-
vice in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a 
representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or 
alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equip-
ment malfunctions, may give  the telecommunications 
company cause to request the user to disconnect the 
equipment.
Users should ensure for their  own protection that the elec-
trical ground c onnections of the power  utility, telephone 
lines and internal metallic wate r pipe system, if present, 
are connected together. This precaution may be particu-
larly important in rural areas.  Caution: Users should not 
attempt to make such connec tions themselves, but should 
contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or 
electrician, as appropriate.”
“NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) 
assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of 
the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected 
to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface 
may consist of any combinati on of devices subject only to 
the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence 
Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5.”
REN: See bottom of the computer RESTRICTIONS CONCE
RNANT LE RACCORDEMENT
DE MATÉRIEL
“AVIS: L’étiquette d’Industrie Canada identifie le matériel 
homologué. Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est 
conforme aux normes de protection, d’exploitation et de 
sécurité des réseaux de té lécommunications, comme le 
prescrivent les documents concernant les exigences tech-
niques relatives au matériel terminal. Le Ministère 
n’assure toutefois pas que le matériel fonctionnera à la 
satisfaction de l’utilisateur.
Avant d’installer ce matériel , l’utilisateur doit s’assurer 
qu’il est permis de le raccorder  aux installations de l’entre-
prise locale de télécommunication. Le matériel doit égale-
ment être installé en suivant une méthode acceptée de 
raccordement.
L’abonné ne doit pas oublier qu’il est possible que la con-
formité aux conditions énoncées ci-dessus n’empêche 
pas la dégradation du service dans certaines situations.
Les réparations de matériel homologué doivent être coor-
données par un représentant désigné par le fournisseur.
L’entreprise de télécommunications peut demander à 
l’utilisateur de débrancher un  appareil à la suite de répa-
rations ou de modifications ef fectuées par l’utilisateur ou à 
cause de mauvais fonctionnement.
Pour sa propre protection, l’u tilisateur doit s’assurer que 
tous les fils de mise à la terre de la source d’énergie élec-
trique, des lignes téléphoniques et des canalisations 
d’eau métalliques, s’il y en a,  sont raccordés ensemble. 
Cette précaution est particulièrement importante dans les 
régions rurales. Avertisseme nt: L’utilisateur ne doit pas 
tenter de faire ces raccordements lui-même; il doit avoir 
recours à un service d’inspecti on des installations élec-
triques, ou à un électricien, selon le cas.”
“AVIS: L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) assigné 
à chaque dispositif terminal indique le nombre maximal de 
terminaux qui peuvent être raccordés à une interface. La 
terminaison d’une interface téléphonique peut consister 
en une combinaison de quelques dispositifs, à la seule 
condition que la somme d’indices d’équivalence de la 
sonnerie de touts les disp ositifs n’excède pas 5.”
IES: Voir sous le fond de l’ordinateur
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Declaration of Conformity (DoC)
“Hereby, we declare that this Personal Computer  is in compliance with the essential requirements 
and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC.”
Hint:
If you want to get a copy of the original DoC of our products which relates to the R&TTE, please con-
tact our web address: http://www.doc.panasonic.de
Contact:
Panasonic Services Europe
A Division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH
Panasonic Testing Centre
Network connection.
The terminal equipment is  intended for connection to the following public network;
In all the countries of European Economical Area;
- Public Switched Telephony Networks
Technical Features.
The terminal equipment includes the following features;
- DTMF dialing
- Maximum bitrate receiving mode: 56 kbit/s
- Maximum bitrate sending mode: 33.6 kbit/s
This product is designed to interwork  with the Public Switched Telecommunication Networks  in UK, Ireland, Nether-
lands, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Swit zerland, Luxembourg, Belgium, France, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Iceland, 
Greece, Italy, Norway and Austria.
Compliance Notice - CE Mark
This equipment is in conformance with the requireme nts of the European Council Directive listed below:
73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directi ve with amendment 93/68/EEC
89/336/EEC EMC Directive with am endments 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC
1999/5/EC R&TTE
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety pre-
cautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of 
fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the fol-
lowing: 
1. Do not use this product near water, for example, near 
a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a 
wet basement or near a swimming pool.
2. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type)  during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk 
of electric shock from lightning.
3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the  vicinity of the leak.
4. Use only the power cord and  batteries indicated in this 
manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may 
explode. Check with local co des for possible special 
disposal instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Certaines mesures de sécurité doivent être prises pen-
dant l’utilisation de matérial 
téléphonique afin de réduire 
les risques d’incendie, de choc électrique et de blessures. 
En voici quelquesunes:
1. Ne pas utiliser l’appareil près de l’eau, p.ex., près  d’une baignoire, d’un lavabo, d’un évier de cuisine, 
d’un bac à laver, dans un sous-sol humide ou près 
d’une piscine.
2. Éviter d’utiliser le  téléphone (sauf s’il s’agit d’un appar-
eil sans fil) pendant un orage électrique. Ceci peut 
présenter un risque de choc électrique causé par la 
foudre.
3. Ne pas utiliser l’appareil téléphonique pour signaler  une fuite de gaz s’il est  situé près de la fuite.
4. Utiliser seulement le cordon  d’alimentation et le type 
de piles indiqués dans ce manual. Ne pas jeter les 
piles dans le feu: elles peuvent exploser. Se conformer 
aux règlements pertinents quant à l’élimination des 
piles.
CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS
Industry Canada
This product complies with 
RSS210 Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to th e following two conditions;
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including  interference that may cause undesired operation of 
the device.
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This product and your Health
This product, like other radio devices, emits radio fre-
quency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emit-
ted by this product however is far much less than the 
electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like 
for example mobile phones.
Because this product operates within the guidelines found in 
radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, we 
believe this product is safe for use by consumers. These 
standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of 
the scientific community and result from deliberations of pan-
els and committees of scientists who continually review and 
interpret the extensive research literature.
In some situations or environments, the use of this prod-
uct may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or 
responsible representatives of the organization. These sit-
uations may for example include: z
Using this product on board of airplanes, or
z In any other environment where the risk of interference 
to other devices or services is perceived or identified 
as harmful.
If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of 
wireless devices in a specific organization or environment 
(e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for authoriza-
tion to use this product prior to turning on the product.
Regulatory Information
We are not responsible for any radio or television interfer-
ence caused by unauthorized mo dification of this product. 
The correction of interference caused by such unautho-
rized modification will be the re sponsibility of the user. We 
and its authorized resellers or distributors are not liable for 
damage or violation of government regulations that may 
arise from failing to comply with these guidelines.
Lithium Battery!
This computer contains a lithium battery to enable the 
date, time, and other data to be stored. The battery should 
only be exchanged by authorized service personnel.
Warning!
A risk of explosion from incorrect installation or misappli-
cation may possibly occur. Pile au lithium!
Le micro-ordinateur renferme une pile au lithium qui per-
met de sauvegarder certaines données, notamment la 
date et l’heure. La pile ne doit être remplacée que par un 
technicien qualifié.
Danger ! 
Risque d’explosion en cas de non respect de cette mise 
en garde!
CAUTION!
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFOR-
MANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE 
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS 
RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOUR-
SELF.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. AVERTISSEMENT!
CET APPAREIL UTILISE UN LASER.
L’UTILISATION DE COMMANDES OU DE RÉGLAGES 
OU L’EXÉCUTION DE PROCÉDURES AUTRES QUE 
CELLES SPÉCIFIÉES ICI PEUVENT PROVOQUER 
UNE EXPOSITION À DES RADIATIONS 
DANGEREUSES.
NE PAS OUVRIR LES CO
UVERCLES NI ESSAYER DE 
RÉPARER SOIMÊME.
CONFIER TOUT TRAVAIL D’ENTRETIEN À UN 
PERSONNEL QUALIFIÉ.
Information to the User
Lithium Battery / Pile au lithium
CD/DVD Drive Caution
Laser safety inform ation is appropriate only when drive 
with laser is installed.
Les mesures de sécurité relatives au laser ne s’appli-
quent que lors de l’installation d’une unité avec laser.
 
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This computer has been designed so as to minimize shock to the  LCD and hard disk drive, the leakage of liquid (e.g., water) 
on to the keyboard, etc., but no warranty is provided against such trouble. Therefore, as a precision instrument, be extremely 
careful in the handling
THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE AS, OR AS PA RT OF, NUCLEAR EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS, AIR TRAFFIC CON-
TROL EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS, OR AI RCRAFT COCKPIT EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS*1.  PANASONIC WILL NOT BE RESPONSI-
BLE FOR ANY LIABILITY RESULTING FROM THE USE OF  THIS PRODUCT ARISING OUT OF THE FOREGOING USES.
*1AIRCRAFT COCKPIT EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS include Class2 Electrical Flight Bag(EFB) Systems and Class1 EFB Systems 
when used during critical phases of flight (e.g., during take-o ff and landing). Class1 EFB Systems and 2 EFB Systems are define d 
by FAA: AC (Advisory Circular) 120-76A.
Panasonic cannot guar antee any specifications, technolo gies, reliability, safety (e.g. Flammability/Smoke/Toxicity/Radio 
Frequency Emission, etc) requirements related to aviation st andards that exceed the specifications of our COTS (Com-
mercial-Off-The-Shelf) products.
„ Usage
Avoid Extreme Heat and Cold
Do not store or use the computer in locations 
exposed to heat, direct sunlight, or extreme 
cold.
Avoid moving the computer between loca-
tions with large temperature difference.
Operation: 5 °C to 35 °C
 {41 °F to 95 °F}
Storage: -20 °C to 60 °C {-4 °F to 140 °F}
Avoid Direct Sunlight on the LCD Panel
The LCD panel should not be exposed to 
direct sunlight or ultraviolet light.
Avoid Humidity, Liquids and Dust
Do not store or use the computer in locations 
exposed to high humidity, liquids (including 
rain) or dust.
Prevent Shock
Avoid subjecting the computer to severe 
vibrations or impact. Do not place the com-
puter inside a car trunk.
Avoid Radio Frequency Interference
Do not place the computer near a television 
or radio receiver.
Avoiding Low-temperature Burns
Avoid more than casual contact with any 
heat producing area of the notebook com-
puter, AC adaptor, and any option or acces-
sory you use with it. Even low heat, if warmer 
than body temperature, can cause a burn, if 
the skin is exposed to the heat source for a 
long enough period of time.
Do Not Connect a Telephone Line, or a 
Network Cable Other Than the One Speci-
fied, into the LAN Port
If the LAN port is connected to a network 
such as the ones listed below, a fire or elec-
tric shock may result.
• Networks other than 1000BASE-T,  100BASE-TX or 10BASE-T.
• Phone lines [Telephone lines, internal  phone lines (on-premise switches), digital 
public phones, etc.] Do Not Touch the Computer and Cable 
When it Starts Thundering
Do Not Connect the AC Adaptor to a 
Power Source Other Than a Standard 
Household AC Outlet.
Connecting to a DC/AC converter (inverter) 
may damage the AC adaptor.
On an airplane, only connect the AC adaptor/
charger to an AC outlet specifically approved 
for such use.
Keep SD Memory Cards Away From 
Infants and Small Children.
Accidental swallowing will result in bodily 
injury. In the event of accidental swallowing, 
see a doctor immediately.
„ Handling
Avoid Magnetic Fields
Keep the computer away from magnets.
Data stored on the hard disk may be lost.
Avoid Stacking
Do not place heavy objects on top of the 
computer.
Keep Small Objects Away
Do not insert paper clips or other small 
objects into the computer.
Do Not Disassemble the Computer
Do not attempt to disassemble your com-
puter.
Avoid Excessive Force on the Display
Do not apply excessive downward force on 
the display when it is completely opened, 
especially when plugs and/or cables are con-
nected to the rear of the computer.
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z Care should be exercised with regard to the following 
in order to avoid the possibility of overheating, fire or 
damage.
Avoid Heat
Do not throw the battery pack into a fire or 
expose it to excessive heat.
Keep Articles Away
Do not place the battery pack together with 
articles such as necklaces or hairpins when 
carrying or storing.
Do Not Disassemble
Do not insert sharp objects into the battery 
pack, expose it to bumps or shocks, deform, 
disassemble, or modify it.
Do Not Short
Do not short the positive (+) and negative (-) 
contacts.
Avoid Extreme Heat, Cold and Direct Sun-
light
Do not charge, use or leave the battery pack 
for extended periods w here it will be exposed 
to direct sunlight, in a hot place (in a car on a 
sunny day, for example), or in a cold place.
Do Not Use With Any Other Computer
The battery pack is rechargeable and was 
intended for the specified computer or 
charger. Do not use it with a computer other 
than the one for which it was designed.
Do Not Use This Computer with a Battery 
Pack Other Than the One Specified
Use only the specified Panasonic battery 
pack (CF-VZSU29) with your CF-51. Use of 
batteries other than those manufactured and 
supplied by Panasonic may present a safety 
hazard.
Do Not Put into a Microwave
Do not put the battery pack into a microwave 
oven or a pressurized chamber.
Stop Using
Should the battery emit an abnormal odor, 
become hot to the touch, become discolored, 
change shape, or become in any way differ-
ent from normal, remove it from the com-
puter and stop using it.
z Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack. The 
battery pack may no longer function properly if the 
contacts are dirty or damaged.
z Do not expose the battery pack  to water, or allow it to 
become wet. z
If the battery pack  will not be used for a long period of 
time (a month or more), charge or discharge (use) the 
battery pack until the remaining battery level becomes 
30% to 40% and store it in a cool, dry place.
z This computer prevents overcharging of the battery by 
recharging only when the remaining power is less than 
approx. 95% of capacity.
z The battery pack is not charged when the computer is 
first purchased. Be sure to charge it before using it for 
the first time. When the AC  adaptor is connected to the 
computer, charging begins automatically.
z Should the battery leak and the fluid get into your 
eyes, do not rub your eyes. Immediately flush your 
eyes with clear water and see a doctor for medical 
treatment as soon as possible.
NOTE
zThe battery pack may become warm during recharging 
or normal use. This is  completely normal.
z Recharging will not commence if  internal temperature 
of the battery pack is outside of the allowable tempera-
ture range (0 °C to 50 °C {32°F to 122°F}) ( Î   Ref-
erence Manual  “Battery Power”). Once the allowable 
range requirement is satisfied, charging begins auto-
matically. Note that the recharging time varies based 
on the usage conditions. (Recharging takes longer 
than usual when the temperature is 10 °C {50°F} or 
below.)
z If the temperature is low, the operating time is short-
ened. Only use the computer within the allowable tem-
perature range.
z This computer has a high temperature mode function 
that prevents the degradation of the battery in high 
temperature environments. ( Î   Reference Manual  
“Battery Power”) A level corresponding to a 100% 
charge for high temperature mode is approximately 
equivalent to an 80% charge level for normal tempera-
ture mode.
z The battery pack is a consumable item. If the amount 
of time the computer can be run by using a particular 
battery pack becomes dramatically shorter and 
repeated recharging does not restore its performance, 
the battery pack should be replaced with a new one.
z When transporting a spare battery inside a package, 
briefcase, etc., it is recomm ended that it be placed in a 
plastic bag so that its contacts are protected.
z Always power off the computer  when it is not in use. 
Leaving the computer on when the AC adaptor is not 
connected will exhaust the re maining battery capacity.
Precautions (Battery Pack) 
						

							
9
Getting Started
Useful Information
Troubleshooting
Appendix
Description of Parts
CAUTION
z Do not put a metallic object or ma gnetic media close to the speakers.
A : Speaker
Î   Reference Manual  “Key Combinations”
B : Ventilation hole
C : DC-IN jack
D : USB port
Î  Reference Manual  “USB Devices”
E : IEEE 1394 inte rface connector
Î  Reference Manual  “IEEE 1394 Devices”
F : PC Card slot 
Î  Reference Manual  “PC Cards”
G : Security lock You can connect a Kensington cable. Refer to the 
instruction manual of the cable.
H : Wireless LAN antenna 
Î  Reference Manual  “Wireless LAN”
I : Smart Card slot  
Î  Reference Manual  “Smart Card”
J : LCD
K : LED indicator
 Caps lock
 Numeric key (NumLk)
 Scroll lock (ScrLk)
 Multimedia pocket device status or the second battery status
Î  Reference Manual  “Multimedia Pocket” 
“Battery Power”  Hard disk drive status
 Power status
(Off: Power off/Hibernation, Green: Power on, 
Blinking green: Standby, Blinking green rapidly: 
Cannot power on or resume due to low tempera-
ture.)
 Battery status
Î  Reference Manual  “Battery Power”
 SD Memory Card status (Blinking: During access or a password is 
requested)
Î  
Reference Manual  “SD Memory Card”
L : Power button
M : Function key
Î  Reference Manual  “Key Combinations”
N : Bluetooth antenna 
Î  Reference Manual  “Bluetooth”
O : Keyboard
P : SD Memory Card slot
Î  Reference Manual  “SD Memory Card”
Q : Headphone jack You can connect headphones or amplified speakers. 
When they are connected, audio from the internal 
speakers is not heard.
R : Microphone jack You can use a stereo condenser microphone. Con-
necting other type of microphone may interrupt audio 
input or may cause a malfunction.
S : Touch pad 
						

							
10
Getting Started
Description of Parts
CAUTION
zDo not block the ventilation hole  with a thick cloth etc. Select a position with good ventilation.
A : Serial port
B : Modem port
Î   Reference Manual  “Modem”
C : Ventilation hole
D : USB port
Î   Reference Manual  “USB Devices”
E : External display port
Î   Reference Manual  “External Display”
F : External keyboard/Mouse port
G : LAN port
Î   Reference Manual  “LAN”
H : Multimedia pocket
Î   Reference Manual  “Multimedia Pocket” I : Multimedia pocket release button
Î   Reference Manual  “Multimedia Pocket”
J : Expansion bus connector
Î   Reference Manual  “Port Replicator”
K : RAM module slot
Î   Reference Manual  “RAM Module”
L : Hard disk drive
Î   Reference Manual  “Hard Disk Drive”
M : Battery latch
N : Hard disk drive latch
Î   Reference Manual  “Hard Disk Drive”
O : Battery pack
A lithium ion battery that is recyclable  powers the product you have purchased.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.
L’appareil que vous vous êtes procuré est alimenté par une batterie au lithium-ion.
Pour des renseignements sur le recyclage  de la batterie, veuillez composer le 
1-800-8-BATTERY.