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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Personal Computer
Model No. CF-74 series
Contents
Getting Started
Introduction.................................................2
Read Me First..............................................3
Description of Parts .......................................9
First-time Operation .....................................11
Useful Information
On-screen Manual.......................................13
Handling and Maintenance.............................14
Hard Disk Backup Function ............................16
Hard Disk Data Erase Utility ...........................19
Reinstalling Software....................................20
Troubleshooting
Error Code/Message ....................................22
Troubleshooting (Basic) ................................23
Appendix
LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT..............26
Contrat de licence d’usage limité......................27
Specifications ............................................28
LIMITED WARRANTY ..................................30
 
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For further information about the com-
puter, you can refer to the on-screen 
manual.
To access the on-screen manual 
 page 13 “On-screen Manual”
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use.
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic computer. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instruc-
tions carefully.
 Terms and illustrations in these instructions
 :
Conditions that may result in minor or moderate injury.
Useful and helpful information.
Press [Enter] key.
Press and hold [Fn] key, and then press [F5] key.
CAUTION
 :
NOTE
Enter :
Fn + F5 :
[start] - [Run] : Click [start], and then click [Run]. You may need to double-click in some cases.
 :
Page in these Operating Instructions or in the Reference Manual.
 :
Reference to the on-screen manuals.
 Some illustrations are simplified to help your understanding and may look different from the actual unit.
 If you do not log on as an administrator, you cannot use some functions or cannot display some screens.
 Refer for the latest information about optional products to the catalogs, etc.
 In these instructions, the names and 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 BASIC” 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”
 
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 The display modes are referred as follows. ( ) indicates the terms in [Intel® 82852/82855 GM/GME Graphics Control-
ler Properties] screen. To display the screen, select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Intel(R) 
Extreme Graphics 2 M].
• Internal LCD (Notebook): The computer’s display
• External display (Monitor): External display
• Simultaneous display (Intel® Dual Display Clone): The same screen is displayed on the internal LCD and the 
• Extended desktop: The extended working area across the internal LCD and the external display.
external display.
 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®, the Windows logo and IntelliMouse are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation of the 
United States and/or other countries.
Intel, Core, 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 registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorpo-
rated in the United States and/or other countries.
Bluetooth™ is a trademark owned by Bluetooth 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.
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Read Me First
Models for U.S.A.
receiver.
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 protection against harmful interfer-
ence in a residential installation. This equipment gener-
ates, uses and can radiate radio 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:
 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
 Increase the separation between the equipment and 
 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differ-
ent from that to which the receiver is connected.
 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.
FCC RF Exposure Warning:
 This equipment is provided with PC Card slot that could 
be used with wireless transmitters, which will be specifi-
cally recommended when they become available.
Other third-party wireless transmitters have not been 
RF exposure evaluated for use with this computer and 
may not comply with FCC RF exposure requirements.
 This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure 
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
 This equipment has been approved for mobile opera-
tion, and unless otherwise advised in separate supple-
mental instructions for individual wireless transmitter(s), 
requires minimum 20 cm spacing be provided between 
antenna(s) and all person’s body (excluding extremities 
of hands, wrist and feet) during wireless modes of oper-
ation.
 This equipment may use multiple installed transmitters, 
which may be capable of simultaneous transmission.
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 interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.
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.
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, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, NJ 07094
Tel No:1-800-LAPTOP5 (1-800-527-8675)
FCC Regulation Notice for modem
This equipment contains a FCC approved modem.
1. This equipment complies with 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 information 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.
4.
3. The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices 
which may be connected to the telephone line. Exces-
sive RENs on the telephone 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.
If your telephone equipment cause harm to the tele-
phone network, the telephone 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 advised of your right to file a 
complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.
5. The telephone company 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 provide advance notice in 
order for you to make necessary modifications to 
maintain uninterrupted service.
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 
6.
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.
 
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Read Me First
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 trans-
mitted page or on the first page of the transmission, 
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 information into your fax soft-
ware, you should refer to the manual of the Fax soft-
ware being used.
10.According to the FCC’s electrical 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.
Models for Canada
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 equipment, users should ensure that 
it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the 
local telecommunications 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 connections of the power utility, telephone 
lines and internal metallic water 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 connections 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 combination 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
 
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“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 Electronics Industries Alliance: 
For U.S.A.-California Only
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery 
which contains Perchlorate Material - special handling 
may apply. See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate/
RESTRICTIONS CONCERNANT 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 télécommunications, 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’entreprise locale 
de télécommunication. Le matériel doit également 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 effectuées par l’utilisateur ou à 
cause de mauvais fonctionnement.
Pour sa propre protection, l’utilisateur 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. Avertissement: L’utilisateur ne doit pas 
tenter de faire ces raccordements lui-même; il doit avoir 
recours à un service d’inspection 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 dispositifs n’excède pas 5.”
IES: Voir sous le fond de l’ordinateur
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Industry Canada
This product complies with RSS210 Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the 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.
This product (local network devices) for the band 5150-
5250 MHz is only indoor usage to reduce potential for 
harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite sys-
tems.
High power radars are allocated as primary users (mean-
ing they have priority) of 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 
MHz and these radars could cause interference and/or 
damage to LELAN devices.
RF Exposure Warning
This equipment has been approved for mobile operation, 
and unless otherwise advised in separate supplemental 
instructions for individual wireless transmitter(s), requires 
minimum 20cm spacing be proved between antenna(s) 
and all person’s body (excluding extremities of hands, 
wrist and feet) during wireless modes of operation.
Mise en garde concernant l’exposition à l’énergie 
radiofréquence
Cet équipement a été homologué pour un fonctionnement 
sans fil et, sauf avis contraire inclus dans la notice d’utili-
sation d’un autre émetteur sans fil, une distance minimale 
de 20 cm doit être assurée entre l’antenne et le corps de 
toute personne (à l’exclusion des mains, poignets et 
pieds) pendant le fonctionnement sans fil.
Models for Europe
Declaration of Conformity (DoC)
“Hereby, we declare that this Personal 
Computer is in compliance with the 
essential requirements and other rele-
vant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/
EC.”
Hint:
If you want to get a copy of the original DoC of our prod-
ucts which relates to the R&TTE, please contact 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, 
Netherlands, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Switzerland, 
Luxembourg, Belgium, France, Germany, Spain, Portugal, 
Iceland, Greece, Italy, Norway and Austria.
Compliance Notice - CE Mark
This equipment is in conformance with the requirements 
of the European Council Directive listed below:
73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive with amendment 93/68/
EEC
89/336/EEC EMC Directive with amendments 92/31/EEC 
and 93/68/EEC
1999/5/EC R&TTE
Important Safety Instructions / 
Importantes Mesures De Sécurité
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 codes 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 appareil 
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
 
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Read Me First
Information to the User
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 
panels 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:
Lithium Battery / Pile au lithium
 Using this product on board of airplanes, or
 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 modification of this product. 
The correction of interference caused by such unautho-
rized modification will be the responsibility 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.
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!
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.
CD/DVD Drive Caution
CAUTION!
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF 
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN 
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.
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 COUVERCLES NI ESSAYER DE 
RÉPARER SOIMÊME.
CONFIER TOUT TRAVAIL D’ENTRETIEN À UN PERSONNEL 
QUALIFIÉ.
Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment 
(private households)
Laser safety information is appropriate only when drive 
with laser is installed.
Les mesures de sécurité relatives au laser ne s’appliquent 
que lors de l’installation d’une unité avec laser.
 
Bottom
This symbol on the products and/or accompanying 
documents means that used electrical and elec-
tronic products should not be mixed with general 
household waste.
Please dispose of this item only in designated 
national waste electronic collection schemes, and 
not in the ordinary dust bin.
For business users in the European Union
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please 
contact your dealer or supplier for further information.
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside 
the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local 
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
 
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Precautions
THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE AS, OR 
AS PART OF, NUCLEAR EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS, AIR 
TRAFFIC CONTROL EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS, OR AIR-
CRAFT COCKPIT EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS*1.  PANA-
SONIC WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY 
LIABILITY RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS 
PRODUCT ARISING OUT OF THE FOREGOING USES.
*1 AIRCRAFT 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-off and 
landing) and/or mounted on to the aircraft. Class1 EFB Systems 
and 2 EFB Systems are defined by FAA: AC (Advisory Circular) 
120-76A or JAA: JAA TGL (Temporary Guidance Leaflets) No.36.
Panasonic cannot guarantee any specifications, tech-
nologies, reliability, safety (e.g. Flammability/Smoke/
Toxicity/Radio Frequency Emission, etc) requirements 
related to aviation standards that exceed the specifica-
tions of our COTS (Commercial-Off-The-Shelf) products.
This computer is not intended for use in medical equip-
ment including life-support systems, air traffic control sys-
tems, or other equipment, devices or systems that are 
involved with ensuring human life or safety. Panasonic 
cannot be held responsible in any way for any damages 
or loss resulting from the use of this computer in these 
types of equipment, devices or systems, etc.
This computer has been designed so as to minimize 
shock to the LCD and hard disk drive, the leakage of liq-
uid (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.
If  a  Malfunction  Occurs,  Immediately  Unplug  the  AC  Cord
and the Battery Pack
• Computer is damaged
• Foreign object inside computer
• Smoke emitted
• Unusual smell emitted
• Unusually hot
Continuing to use the computer while any of the above 
conditions are present may result in fire or electric shock.
• If a malfunction occurs, immediately turn the power off and 
unplug the AC cord, and then remove the battery pack.
Do Not Touch the Computer and Cable When It Starts Thundering
Electric shock may result.
Do Not Connect the AC Adaptor to a Power Source Other
Than a Standard Household AC Outlet
Otherwise, a fire due to overheating may result. Connect-
ing 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.
Do Not Do Anything That May Damage the AC Cord, the DC
Plug, or the AC Adaptor
Do not damage or modify the cord, place it near hot tools, 
bend, twist, or pull it forcefully, place heavy objects on it, 
or bundle it tightly.
Continuing to use a damaged cord may result in fire, short 
circuit, or electric shock.
Do Not Pull or Insert the DC Plug If Your Hands Are Wet
Electric shock may result.
Clean the DC Plug of Dust and Other Debris Regularly
If dust or other debris accumulates on the plug, humidity, etc. 
may cause a defect in the insulation, which may result in a fire.
• Pull the plug, and wipe it with a dry cloth.
Pull the plug if the computer is not being used for a long 
period of time.
Insert the AC Plug Completely
If the plug is not inserted completely, fire due to overheat-
ing or electric shock may result.
• Do not use a damaged plug or loose AC outlet.
Do Not Place Containers of Liquid or Metal Objects on Top
of the Computer
If water or other liquid spills, or if paper clips, coins, or for-
eign matter get inside the computer, fire or electric shock 
may result.
• If foreign matter has found its way inside, immediately 
turn the power off and unplug the AC cord, and then 
remove the battery pack. Then contact your technical 
support office.
Do Not Disassemble the Computer
There are high-voltage areas inside which may give you 
an electric shock if you should touch them.  Do not touch 
the pins and circuit boards inside, and do not allow foreign 
matter to enter inside.
Also, remodeling or disassembly may cause a fire.
Keep SD Memory Cards Away from Infants and Small Chil-
dren
Accidental swallowing will result in bodily injury.
In the event of accidental swallowing, see a doctor immediately.
Do Not Place the Computer on Unstable Surfaces
If balance is lost, the computer may fall over or drop, 
resulting in an injury.
Avoid Stacking
If balance is lost, the computer may fall over or drop, 
resulting in an injury.
Do  Not  Keep  the  Computer  Wherever  There  is  a  Lot  of
Water, Moisture, Steam, Dust, Oily Vapors, etc.
Otherwise, possibly resulting in fire or electric shock.
Do  Not  Leave  the  Computer  in  High  Temperature  Environ-
ment Such as in a Sun-Heated Car, for a Long Period of Time
Leaving the computer where it will be exposed to extremely 
high temperatures such as in a sun-heated car or in direct 
sunlight may deform the cabinet and/or cause trouble in the 
internal parts. Continued use in such a resulting condition 
may lead to short-circuiting or insulation defects, etc. which 
may in turn lead to a fire or electric shocks.
Do Not Block the Ventilation Hole
Otherwise, heat will build up inside, possibly resulting in a fire.
Hold the Plug When Unplugging the AC Cord
Pulling on the cord may damage the cord, resulting in a 
fire or electric shock.
Do Not Move the Computer While the DC Plug Is Connected
The AC cord may be damaged, resulting in fire or electric shock.
• If the AC cord is damaged, unplug the DC plug immediately.
Use Only the Specified AC Adaptor With Your Computer
Using an AC adaptor other than the one supplied 
(attached to your computer or supplied by Panasonic) 
may result in a fire.
Do Not Subject the AC Adaptor to Any Strong Impact
Using the AC adaptor after a strong impact such as being 
dropped may result in electric shock, short circuit, or fire.
Take a Break of 10-15 Minutes Every Hour
Using the computer for long periods of time may have det-
rimental health effects on the eyes or hands.
Do Not Look into the CD/DVD Drive
Looking directly at the internal laser light source may 
result in damage to eyesight.
Do Not Use Disks That Are Cracked or Deformed
Because the disks rotate at high speeds, damaged disks 
may break apart causing injury.
• Disks that are not round and disks that have been 
repaired using adhesives are similarly dangerous, and 
so should not be used.
Do  Not  Turn  the  Volume  Up  to  Loud  When  Using  Head-
phones
Listening at high volumes that overstimulate the ear for 
long periods of time may result in loss of hearing.
 
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Use the Modem with a Regular Telephone Line
Connection to an internal phone line (on-premise switches) of a 
company or business office, etc. or to a digital public phone or 
use in a country or area not supported by the computer may 
result in a fire or electric shocks.
Do Not Connect a Telephone Line, or a Network Cable Other
Than the One Specified, into the LAN Port
If the LAN port is connected to a network such as the ones listed 
below, a fire or electric shock may result.
• Networks other than 100BASE-TX or 10BASE-T
• Phone lines (Telephone lines, internal phone lines (on-premise 
switches), digital public phones, etc.)
Precautions (Battery Pack)
Do Not Use with Any Other Computer
The battery pack is rechargeable and was intended for 
the specified computer or charger. If it is used with a com-
puter other than the one for which it was designed, elec-
trolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition or rupture may 
result.
Do Not Charge the Battery Using the Methods Other
Than Indicated in This Manual
If the battery pack is not charged using one of the meth-
ods indicated in this manual, electrolyte leakage, genera-
tion of heat, ignition or rupture may result.
Do Not Throw the Battery Pack into a Fire or Expose It
to Excessive Heat
Generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result.
Avoid Extreme Heat (Near the Fire, in Direct Sunlight,
for Example)
Electrolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition or rupture 
may result.
Do  Not  Insert  Sharp  Objects  into  the  Battery  Pack,
Expose It to Bumps or Shocks, Disassemble, or Mod-
ify It
Electrolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition or rupture 
may result.
Do  Not  Short  the  Positive  (+)  and  Negative  (-)  Con-
tacts
Generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result. Do not 
place the battery pack together with articles such as neck-
laces or hairpins when carrying or storing.
Do Not Use This Computer with a Battery Pack Other
Than the One Specified
Use only the specified battery pack (CF-VZSU43AU) with 
your CF-74. Use of battery packs other than those manu-
factured and supplied by Panasonic may present a safety 
hazard (generation of heat, ignition or rupture).
 Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack. The 
battery pack may no longer function properly if the 
contacts are dirty or damaged.
 Do not expose the battery pack to water, or allow it to 
become wet.
 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.
 
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Do Not Use with Exposing the Skin to the Computer for a
Long Period of Time
Using the computer with exposing the skin to the heat source of 
the computer or AC adaptor for a long period of time can cause 
a low-temperature burn.
receiver.
 Do not place the computer near a television or radio 
 Keep the computer away from magnets. Data stored 
on the hard disk may be lost.
 This computer prevents overcharging of the battery by 
recharging only when the remaining power is less than 
approx. 95% of capacity.
 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.
 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
 The battery pack may become warm during recharging 
or normal use. This is completely normal.
 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}) ( 
 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.)
 If the temperature is low, the operating time is short-
ened. Only use the computer within the allowable tem-
perature range.
 This computer has a high temperature mode function 
that prevents the degradation of the battery in high 
temperature environments. ( 
“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.
 Reference Manual 
 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.
 When transporting a spare battery inside a package, 
briefcase, etc., it is recommended that it be placed in a 
plastic bag so that its contacts are protected.
 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 remaining battery capacity.