CF-29
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General Information
The CF-29 is now discontinued and superceeded by the CF-30.
Panasonic Toughbook Configurator click "discontinued models" for info on the CF-29 configurations. Note you must use Internet Explorer to use the site, it doesn't work on Firefox.
Model breakdown
The CF-29 has marks or generations defined by the sixth digit in the model number (eg. CF-29LAQCZBM) on the bottom of a CF-29 unit.
Mark | Model | CPU | RAM | HD | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mk 1 | 29C, 29D | Pentium mobile 1.2GHz ULV | 256MB onboard 1.2GB max DDR-1 PC-2700 | 2.5" IDE/PATA | D = no WiFi* |
Mk 2 | 29E, 29F | Pentium mobile 718 1.3Ghz | 256MB onboard 1.2GB max DDR-1 PC-2700 | 2.5" IDE/PATA | F = no WiFi* |
Mk 3 | 29H, 29J | Pentium mobile 738 1.4GHz | 2.5" IDE/PATA | J = no WiFi* | |
Mk 4 | 29L, 29M | Pentium mobile 778 1.6GHz | 512MB onboard 1.5GB max DDR-2 PC-3200 | 2.5" IDE/PATA | M = no WiFi* |
Mk 5 | 29N, 29P | Pentium mobile 778 1.6GHz | 2.5" IDE/PATA | P = no WiFi* |
- = no WiFi, but miniPCI slot is open to add a card. **are the antenna leads present?**
Model nomenclature
CF-29 | C | T | T | G | Z | K | M |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Model | Generation
| LCD & Keyboard
| HD & on-board RAM
| Media, LAN & BT
| WWAN & GPS
| Operating System
| Country
|
Drivers
Panasonic (Japan) site for CF-29 Toughbook drivers: https://eww.pavc.panasonic.co.jp/pc/itn/drivers/d_menu_en.html#CF-29
For alternatives, visit the Main Page:Drivers on the main page.
Servicing
Service Manuals
Generic service manual: Panasonic Part #CPD0604068C1
- Mk 1 Service Manuals
- Mk 2 Service Manuals
- Mk 3 Service Manuals
- Mk 4 Service Manuals
- Mk 5 Service Manuals
Mods & Upgrades
Bluetooth
Model | Description | Price | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
CF-WBT291R | Retrofit Bluetooth | $306 MSRP | |
CF-WBT292R | Retrofit Bluetooth for mk4 & mk5 | $275 MSRP |
Display
Model | Description | Price | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
CF-VPF05U | 13.3" screen protector | $79.00 MSRP |
GPS
CF-29 aftermarket GPS by NBR's Toughbook
Model | Description | Price | Picture | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
CF-WGP291R | GPS Retrofit | $500 MSRP | ||
CF-WGP292R | WAAS GPS Retrofit | $500 MSRP |
Handle
Panasonic part #DFKH8009YA-0 is the CF-30 handle w/stylus holder
Hard drive
Keyboard
Model | Features | Price | Picture | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
CF-WKB301VM CFWKB291AM N2ABZY000023 | black, rubber, backlit | $299 MSRP | While it's spill resistant, many users tell of ripped rubber while trying to clean the keyboard. Do not rub hard with a cloth while cleaning!! | |
CFWKB292M N2ABZJ000033 | regular keyboard | $299 MSRP | ||
CF-WKB303VM CFWKB293M N2ABZJ000071 | black, chiclet, backlit | $299 MSRP | CFWKB294C: French version |
Microphone
Mounts
Part | Specs | Street price | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
CF-WEB2732 | Vehicle port-replicator (USB 2.0) | ||
CF-WEB2732CBL | Vehicle Mount Port Replicator with Integrated High-Gain Antenna Pass Throughs (USB 2.0) | ||
CF-WEB2912 | Vehicle Mount Port Replicator with Integrated High-Gain Antenna Pass Throughs (USB 2.0) |
- Other docking station manufacturers
- D&R Electronics
- First Mobile Technologies
- Gamber Johnson (Panasonic approved)
- Ledco
- RAM Mounts
- Tempus
Optical drive (CD/DVD)
CF-27 / CF-28 / CF-29 Optical Drive Swap by NBR's Toughbook | Mod Toughness: Easy
Part | Specs | Street price | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
CF-VDM291U | DVD-multi drive | DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, DVD-RW, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW | |
CF-VDM292U | DVD-multi drive | DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, DVD-RW, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW | |
CF-VDR291U | Combo drive | DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW |
Power
AC adapter
Part | Specs | Street price | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
CF-AA1653AM | 120-240Vac input 15.6Vdc @ 5A output | $54 MSRP | Standard package, same as CF-50, CF-51, CF-73, CF-30 |
CF-AA1653ASM | 120-240Vac input 15.6Vdc @ 5A output | MIL461 compliant. |
Battery
Part | Specs | Street price | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
CF-VZSU29 | 11.1V, 6.6 Ah | $199 MSRP | Blue tabbed. Same battery for CF-51 |
CF-VZSU29A | 11.1V, 7.4 Ah | Yellow tabbed. Same battery for CF-51 | |
CF-VZSU1428W | $209 | Battery for media bay Same battery as CF-27, CF-28 |
Part | Specs | Street price | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
CF-VCBTB1U | $199 MSRP | External battery charger |
AC DC Adapters
Part | Input | Output | Street price | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
CF-AAV1601AU | 11-16Vdc | $140 MSRP | ||
Lind PA1555-655 | 11-16Vdc | 15.6V @ 5.5A 86W | $99.95 | Standard package |
Lind PA1555-771 | 11-16Vdc | 15.6v @ 5.0A 80W | $119.95 | Standard package Wide input voltage |
Lind PA1560T-1506 | 11-16Vdc | 15.6Vdc @ 5.5A 86W | $139.95 | Standard package Timer turns off laptop 2 hours after vehicle turns off |
Lind PA1630-1330 | 11-16Vdc | 15.6Vdc @ 4.5A 70W | $99.95 | Ruggedized with aircraft cable |
Lind PA1650-1253 | 12-32Vdc | 15.6v @ 5.0A 80W | $119.95 | Standard package |
RAM
CF-29 only has a single RAM slot. The model number determines how much RAM is soldered on the motherboard. Older CF-29s have 256MB while the newer ones have 512MB. And the largest DDR/DDR-2 RAM module you can use officially is 1 GB. If you have a 2GB module, please try it out in your CF-29 and let us know if it works!
The mk4 and mk5 bottom RAM cover is different than the older models. While the cover will fit just fine, only three screw holes match up!
SD card reader
A CF-29 mk4/5 SD card reader can use up to and including, 8GB SDHC cards.
WLAN (WiFi / 802.11a/b/g)
Engenius EMP-8602+S | 802.11a/b/g | miniPCI | 400mW | datasheet
WWAN (Cellular)
Panasonic Toughbook support says that each WWAN module is locked to its specific carrier. That is, you cannot use a Cingular card on the Rogers network in Canada even though both use the same GSM technology.
Panasonic Canada says there is no HSDPA module for the CF-29 mk4 and below for the Rogers network. An unofficial quote told me it will cost about $500 in parts (antenna, mounting and sled) with a $75 install fee. If I want to install an available WWAN module.
The CF-29 mk5 uses a mini-PCI express card for its WWAN connection. CF-29 mk4 and below use a proprietary connector for its embedded modem and as such CDMA uses the Sierra Wireless SB555 embedded module.
- WWAN Software
http://toughwiki.com/index.php?title=WWAN_Resources
Part | Specs | Street price | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
CF-WEW29004CR | Cingular EDGE Retrofit | $652 MSRP | |
CF-WEW29006SR | Sprint EVDO Retrofit | $778 MSRP | |
CF-WEW29006VR | Verizon EVDO Retrofit | $778 MSRP | |
CF-WEW29007CR | HSDPA Retrofit for mk5 only | $704 MSRP | |
CF-WEW29006 | Sled only no modem | $163.13 (Heartland) | |
CF-WEW29006A | Verizon EVDO Rev. A | $148.85 (Heartland) | |
CF-WEW29007CR | HSDPA (unk carrier) | $704 MSRP | for CF-29 mk5 only |
CF-VEW29G03WAAS | AT&T EDGE & WAAS GPS, Wireless Ready | $949 MSRP | |
CF-VEW29V03WAAS | Verizon EVDO & WAAS GPS, Wireless Ready | $949 MSRP | |
CF-VEW29V04WAAS | Sprint EVDO & WAAS GPS, Wireless Ready | $949 MSRP | |
CF-VEW29VG3 | Verizon EVDO, Wireless Ready | $499 MSRP | |
CF-VEW29VG4 | Sprint EVDO, Wireless Ready | $499 MSRP |
Carrier | Type | CF-29 <mk4 | CF-29 mk5 |
---|---|---|---|
Rogers (Canada) | HSDPA | No | Yes |
Bell/Telus (Canada) | EVDO Rev 0 | Yes, using Sierra Wireless SB555 embedded module. Turnkey kit not available from Panasonic. Bell/Telus will not activate foreign ESNs. | Yes |
Bell/Telus (Canada) | EVDO Rev A | No | Yes. |