Panasonic U500 User Manual

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User ’s Manual
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Getting Started
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Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was included with your 
computer or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of 
fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor 
could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious 
injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an 
incompatible adaptor.
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Never plug the AC adaptor into a power source that does not correspond 
to both the voltage and the frequency specified on the regulatory label of 
the unit. Failure to do so could result in a fire or electric shock, possibly 
resulting in serious injury.
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Always use or purchase power cables that comply with the legal voltage 
and frequency specifications and requirements in the country of use. 
Failure to do so could result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in 
serious injury.
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 The supplied power cord conforms to safety rules and regulations in the 
region the product is bought and should not be used outside this region. 
For use in other regions, please buy power cords that conform to safety 
rules and regulations in the particular region.
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Do not use a 3-pin to 2-pin conversion plug.
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When you connect the AC adaptor to the computer, always follow the 
steps in the exact order as described in the User’s Manual. Connecting 
the power cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step otherwise 
the adaptor DC output plug could hold an electrical charge and cause an 
electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched. As a general safety 
precaution, avoid touching any metal parts.
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Never place your computer or AC adaptor on a wooden surface, furniture, 
or any other surface that could be marred by exposure to heat since the 
computer base and AC adaptor’s surface increase in temperature during 
normal use.
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 Always place your computer or AC adaptor on a flat and hard surface that 
is resistant to heat damage.Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for 
Safety and Comfort for detailed precautions and handling instructions.
Connecting the AC adaptor
Attach the AC adaptor when you need to charge the battery or you want to 
operate from AC power. It is also the fastest way to get started, because the 
battery pack will need to be charged before you can operate from battery power.
The AC adaptor can be connected to any power source supplying from 100 to 240 
volts and 50 or 60 hertz. For details on using the AC adaptor to charge the battery 
pack, refer to Chapter 6,