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Battery Power
When using the battery pack (CF-VZSU52W)
• Full charge: Approximately 4 hours [MAX]
• Complete discharge: Approximately 3 hours
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“Battery Recalibration” does not increase the battery’s capacity. If “Battery Recalibration” is executed frequently, dete-
rioration of the battery may result.
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If you have two or more battery packs, perform the “Battery Recalibration” for each battery pack.
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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.
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You can also perform the “Battery Recalibration” with the following procedure.
A
Restart the computer.
B
Press and hold
F9
while the [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed just after the computer starts the startup proce-
dure.
C
When the remaining battery power is displayed, press
Enter
.
D
Follow the on-screen instructions.
The battery pack is a consumable item, and deteriorates gradually each time it is used.
Use effective switching of the battery’s Economy Mode (ECO) to reduce battery pack deterioration, and enable the battery
pack to last a little longer. Switch the battery’s Economy Mode (ECO) in accordance with the way you use your computer.
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The battery’s Economy Mode (ECO) disabled:
In the default setting, the battery’s Economy Mode (ECO) is set to
“
Disabled
”.
Charge the battery to 100% (fully charged). We recommend that you disable the battery’s Economy Mode (ECO) if you
use the battery pack frequently.
Switching between Long Battery Life and Extended Operating
Time (The battery’s Economy Mode (ECO))
The battery’s Economy Mode (ECO)
Disabled
Enabled
Recommended usage
Mobile
Using your computer while on the move
Desktop
AC adaptor is connected most of the time
Operation time
Extended
Normal
Lifetime of battery
Normal
Extended
