N0901RM No.7138-1/1

Thank you for using SANYO semiconductor products. We will be introducing the technology mentioned in the title as

described below. Please take note of this introduction.

Memorandum

Item Changed:The digit of date code number printed on the hybrid IC will be changed from 4 to 5.That is, the factory identifier will be added.

Date Code Number

Currently used 4-digit number: YMDD

New 5-digit number: FYMDD

Note: Each character means as followsY: year, M: month, DD: date, F: factory identifier

Sample Package

Affected Products:All of the hybrid ICs.

Reasons for Designation:To identify the factory where the product has been made.

Date of Implementation:January 2002 for the products that are now in production.May 2002 for some newly released products.

Contact your SANYO sales representative if you have any questions or require more detailed information regarding this

change.

Notice of Introduction of 5-Digit Date Code Number for the Hybrid ICs

(Affected products: Products listed below)

Ordering number: ENN7138