Sony VAIO Digital Studio VGC-RA930G Series Quick Start Manual
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- Page 1 VAIO Digital Studio® Computer VGC-RA830G Series VGC-RA930G Series Quick Start...
- Page 2 The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties. Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with this product. Some of the software may not be transported or used outside the United States.
- Page 3 Owner’s Record The model number and serial number are located on the back panel of your Sony VAIO® computer. Record the model and serial number in the space provided here, and keep in a secure location. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony Service Center.
- Page 4 Do not use the modem or a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. ❑ The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. To change the backup battery, please contact your nearest Sony Service Center. Caution—The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
- Page 5 L’appareil doit être le plus près possible d’une prise murale pour en faciliter l’accès. Pour changer la pile de rechange, veuillez contacter votre centre de service Sony le plus près. Avertissement: L'utilisation d'instruments optiques avec ce produit augmente les risques pour les yeux. Puisque le faisceau laser utilisé dans ce produit est dommageable pour les yeux, ne tentez pas de désassembler le boîtier.
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Page 6: Regulatory Information
Regulatory Information If you have questions about this product, write to Sony Customer Information Service Center at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33913, USA, or visit Sony Customer Service on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Model No.:... - Page 7 Repair of this equipment should be made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972), or visit the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.
- Page 8 IC RSS-210 (Canada) 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, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. L'utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes: (1) Il ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur doit être prêt à...
- Page 9 Macrovision. Tout désossage ou désassemblage est formellement interdit. Disposal of Lithium Battery You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. ✍ In some areas the disposal of lithium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited.
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Page 11: Table Of Contents
Contents Getting Started ...13 Unpacking Your Computer ...14 Locating Controls And Ports ...19 About the Front Panel ...20 About the Back Panel ...24 About the Sub-woofer ...27 About the Keyboard ...28 About the Wireless Mouse ...33 About the Remote Control ...35 About the i.LINK Port...39 Setting Up Your Computer ...41 Connecting a Display (Monitor) ...42... - Page 12 Setting Up Media Center...63 Getting Started with Media Center ... 64 Setting Up TV Connections ... 65 Connecting the Remote Sensor and Remote Sensor Control ... 71 Connecting Other Devices ... 74 Starting Media Center Software ... 76 Troubleshooting...77 Support Options...79 Immediate Help and Support ...
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Page 13: Getting Started
Getting Started Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® computer! Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of-the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features. -
Page 14: Unpacking Your Computer
VAIO Computer Quick Start Unpacking Your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on the computer configuration purchased. For details on the accessories supplied with your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. ✍ Your VAIO®... - Page 15 VAIO computer. To view the online specifications sheet: Connect to the Internet. Go to the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Click the Documentation button and follow the on-screen instructions to locate your model’s specifications sheet.
- Page 16 ❑ SonicStage™ software — Burn music CDs from MP3, WMA, WAV, and OpenMG files; create ATRAC CDs for your Sony ATRAC CD Walkman; or make backup copies of your CDs. SonicStage™ Mastering Studio software — Burn music CDs of your collection of vinyl records or cassette tapes.
- Page 17 DVD+RW, DVD-RW, double layer DVD+R, and double layer DVD-R media (when it becomes available) cannot be used to create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit. Other A software library, containing the Microsoft® software and Sony® end-user license agreements. Unpacking Your Computer...
- Page 18 VAIO Computer Quick Start...
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Page 19: Locating Controls And Ports
Locating Controls And Ports This section is intended to familiarize you with the controls, ports and jacks on your computer and supplied accessories. Your computer may not be equipped with all of these hardware features or accessories. The location of the controls, ports, and jacks may vary from the illustrations shown in this section. -
Page 20: About The Front Panel
VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® Computer enables access to drives, memory card readers, ports and jacks that enable you to connect compatible peripheral devices. Your computer may not be equipped with all of these hardware features or accessories. - Page 21 Optical drive 1 See the online Specifications sheet for optical drive information. Optical drive 2 See the online Specifications sheet for optical drive information. Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. xD-Picture Card™ memory card reader Reads and writes data from and to xD-Picture Card media.
- Page 22 , xD-Picture Card™, or CompactFlash ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software programs, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other.
- Page 23 To open and close the optical disc drive doors Your computer is equipped with one or more optical disc drives that have a drive eject button located on the drive door. ❑ After pressing the eject button, wait for the drive to stop reading the CD. It may take a few moments for the drive tray to eject.
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Page 24: About The Back Panel
VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Back Panel The back panel of your computer contains the ports for supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the back panel locate and identify the ports on your computer. The location of certain ports and jacks may vary from the illustration, based on the computer model purchased. - Page 25 Printer port Connection for a parallel device, such as a printer or scanner. i.LINK 6-pin S400 port (IEEE 1394) Connection and power for a compatible digital device, such as a Sony Digital Handycam® camcorder. Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (4) Connections for compatible high/full/low-speed USB devices.
- Page 26 VAIO Computer Quick Start Composite audio R In jack Connection for an audio cable (optional). Composite audio L In jack Connection for an audio cable (optional). Composite video In jack Connection for a video cable (optional). S-video In jack Connection for an S-video cable (optional) VHF/UHF port Connection for a TV coaxial cable (supplied).
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Page 27: About The Sub-Woofer
Certain VAIO® computers are supplied with a sub-woofer unit to enhance your computer’s sound capability. See your computer’s online specifications sheet for information about supplied accessories. Go to the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. The sub-woofer is compatible with the speakers supplied with your VAIO computer. -
Page 28: About The Keyboard
VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Keyboard This section describes the special and standard functions available for your keyboard. A wireless or a PS/2® computer, based on the computer model purchased. See your computer’s specifications sheet for details on your computer’s supplied accessories. About the wireless keyboard Set up your wireless keyboard and insert the batteries before attempting to establish communication between the keyboard and the computer. - Page 29 Identifying keys and functions Your keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with additional keys that perform specific functions. Wireless keyboard Function Windows DESCRIPTION Function The 12 function keys along the top of the keyboard are used to perform certain tasks. The task associated with each function key may vary between software programs.
- Page 30 VAIO Computer Quick Start DESCRIPTION Windows The key with the Microsoft® Windows® logo, displays the Start menu. Pressing this key is equivalent to clicking Start on the taskbar. BUTTON DESCRIPTION Volume Increases (+) and decreases (-) the volume. Mute Turns the sound off. Press again to restore sound. Standby Places the computer in Stand by mode to reduce power consumption.
- Page 31 About the VAIO keyboard with Media Center features Certain VAIO® computers are supplied with a keyboard arrangement with additional keys and controls that support Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition features. VAIO keyboard BUTTON DESCRIPTION EJECT 1 Opens and closes the optical drive 1 tray. EJECT 2 Opens and closes the optical drive 2 tray.
- Page 32 VAIO Computer Quick Start BUTTON DESCRIPTION MAIL Starts the e-mail software program. HELP Starts the Media Center Help, if Media Center software is running. (If Media Center software is not running, the Help and Support Center is started.) Records TV programs. PREV Press once to return to the beginning of the DVD chapter, video track, or audio track.
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Page 33: About The Wireless Mouse
About the Wireless Mouse Your VAIO® computer may be supplied with a wireless mouse attempting to use the wireless mouse with your computer, see the section, “Connecting the Wireless Mouse.” Wireless mouse Left mouse button Press to perform specific mouse functions. Wheel Rotate the wheel to scroll up or down on the LCD screen. - Page 34 VAIO Computer Quick Start To set up the wireless mouse Insert two AA batteries (supplied) into the wireless mouse as shown. You can check your mouse’s battery power level by clicking located in the Windows® taskbar notification area. Do not mix old (used) and new batteries when replacing batteries in the wireless mouse.
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Page 35: About The Remote Control
About the Remote Control About the Remote Control The Media Center remote control is supplied with VAIO Digital Studio® computers that are equipped with the Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition operating system. Remote control The remote control can start and stop video recording and playback, select channels, and set viewing preferences. -
Page 36: Back Button
VAIO Computer Quick Start MY MUSIC button Press to view and listen to your music playlists. MY TV button Press to view the My TV menu. STOP button Press to stop media playback or TV recording session. PAUSE button Press to pause media playback. Press again to resume playback. FWD button Press to fast-forward media at three speeds. -
Page 37: Start Button
MY PICTURES button Press to view pictures or a slide show. MY VIDEOS button Press to view videos from your video collection. MORE button Press to view additional options that are available for Media Center features. Directional arrow buttons Press the Up, Down, Left, and Right arrow buttons to move the pointer on the screen. -
Page 38: Setting Up The Remote Control
VAIO Computer Quick Start Setting up the remote control Turn the remote control over. Press in the tab and lift the battery cover up. Insert two AA batteries (supplied) into the remote control as shown. Align the battery cover to the remote control. Press down until the cover clicks into place. -
Page 39: About The I.link Port
About the i.LINK Port Your VAIO® computer is equipped with a 4-pin and a 6-pin i.LINK® port. A 4- pin i.LINK port cannot supply power to a connected i.LINK device. A 6-pin i.LINK port can supply power (10V to 12V) to a connected i.LINK device, if the device is equipped with a 6-pin connector. - Page 40 VAIO Computer Quick Start...
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Page 41: Setting Up Your Computer
Setting Up Your Computer Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features described in the section. The location of the controls, ports, and jacks may vary from the illustrations shown. See the online Specifications sheet for your computer's specific hardware configuration. -
Page 42: Connecting A Display (Monitor)
VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting a Display (Monitor) Plug the display’s cable into the appropriate monitor port. If necessary, plug the display’s cable into the rear of the display. To connect a display To connect a DVI display with the DVI-D monitor port* *A Video adapter device is required to connect a VGA monitor using the DVI-D port ✍... -
Page 43: Connecting A Wireless Keyboard
Connecting a Wireless Keyboard Your VAIO® computer is supplied with a wireless keyboard. Before attempting to use the wireless keyboard, you must enable communication between the computer and the keyboard. To connect your wireless keyboard, it must be within 11 inches of the computer ✍... - Page 44 VAIO Computer Quick Start Press the CONNECT button located on the bottom of the infrared receiver ❑ first, and then press the Connect button on the bottom of the keyboard. Verify the infrared receiver is free of obstructions that may prevent proper ❑...
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Page 45: Connecting The Wireless Mouse
Connecting the Wireless Mouse Your VAIO® computer is supplied with a wireless mouse. Before attempting to use the wireless mouse, you must enable communication between the computer and the mouse. To connect your wireless mouse, it must be within 11 inches of the computer. - Page 46 VAIO Computer Quick Start Do not place metal furniture near your computer or wireless mouse, as this ❑ may create interference, causing your mouse to stop working properly. A wireless mouse requires an appropriate surface texture in order to provide precision pointing and tracking.
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Page 47: Connecting A Keyboard And Mouse
Connecting a Keyboard and Mouse Your VAIO® computer may be supplied with a PS/2® keyboard and mouse. For details on the accessories supplied with your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. Plug the keyboard cable into the keyboard port on the back of the computer. Plug the mouse cable into the mouse port on the back of the computer. -
Page 48: Connecting The Speakers
Certain VAIO® computer models are supplied with 2-channel speakers, for details about supplied accessories, a sub-woofer unit, or a 5.1 speaker systems go to the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, to view your computer’s specifications sheet. To connect 2-channel speakers... - Page 49 Insert the yellow plug of the speaker power cable into the DC In jack on the back of the right speaker. Insert the black plug of the speaker power cable into the DC Out jack located on the back panel of your computer. Insert the mini stereo plug of the cable that is attached to the right speaker, into the Front/Headphones jack, located on the back panel of your computer.
- Page 50 VAIO Computer Quick Start Insert the mini stereo plug from the sub-woofer unit’s cable into the Headphones jack, located on the back panel of your computer. ✍ You can also plug the sub-woofer’s mini stereo plug into the headphones jack located on the lower front panel of your computer.
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Page 51: Connecting 5.1 (6-Channel) Speaker Systems
Connecting 5.1 (6-Channel) Speaker Systems Certain VAIO® computers are supplied with a 5.1 channel speaker system, or you may wish to use your 5.1 (6-channel) speaker system. Speaker configuration can vary, depending on the speaker components used. To set up the speakers with your computer: Match the color of the mini stereo plugs (speaker system) to the color of the ❑... -
Page 52: Configuring Software For Your Speaker System
VAIO Computer Quick Start Configuring Software for Your Speaker System When using 5.1 channel (digital or analog) speaker systems, certain software programs require setting changes to enable proper audio performance. To configure RealTek® Sound Effect Manager software For 6 channel-analog speakers Click Start in the Windows®... - Page 53 To configure Media Center software Your computer’s factory default settings for audio can be changed using the Media Center Settings feature. You can switch between 2-channel, 6-channel, or S/PDIF output modes. Use the Media Center remote control, your keyboard, or mouse, to start the Media Center software program.
- Page 54 VAIO Computer Quick Start To configure WinDVD software Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, and point to All Programs. Point to InterVideo WindDVD 5, and the click on InterVideo WinDVD 5 for VAIO. The InterVideo WinDVD for VAIO window opens. Right-click in the WinDVD window.
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Page 55: Connecting The Infrared Receiver
Connecting the Infrared Receiver The infrared receiver enables your VAIO® computer to communicate with the wireless keyboard and mouse To connect the infrared receiver Plug the infrared receiver unit in to a USB port located on either the front or back panel of your computer. -
Page 56: Connecting The Telephone And Modem
VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting the Telephone and Modem Your computer is equipped with a single modem line jack to connect your installed modem with your telephone wall jack. To use your wall jack for both telephone and modem lines, purchase an additional RJ-11 telephone cable and a “1-to-2”... - Page 57 To connect the telephone and modem “1-to-2” jack adapter (splitter - optional) Your computer has a protective sticker on the rear panel. Connect 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, or 1000BASE-T cables to the Ethernet port, depending on your computer’s Ethernet port specification. Using incorrect cables or a telephone cable may result in an electric current overload that can cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or fire in the Ethernet port.
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Page 58: Connecting The Power Cords
VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting the Power Cords Plug the power cord into the back of the computer. Plug both the display and computer power cords into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip. To connect the power cords... -
Page 59: Turning On Your Computer
Turning On Your Computer When you start your computer for the first time, your computer may detect new equipment and display a dialog box that prompts you to restart your computer. Respond to this prompt immediately. ✍ Before turning on your computer, set up the cables and connections required to use Microsoft®... -
Page 60: Registering Your Computer
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the registration process. If you are not able to register your computer during the first session, you can register your computer online at the Sony VAIO PC Registration Web site. Go to http://www.sony.com/vaioregistration. -
Page 61: About The Power Button
Turning Off Your Computer ✍ If you plan to stop using your computer for a short period of time, use Stand by mode. About the power button If your computer stops responding, press and hold the Power button for more than six seconds to force your system to shut down. - Page 62 VAIO Computer Quick Start...
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Page 63: Setting Up Media Center
Setting Up Media Center Your VAIO Digital Studio® computer has the Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition operating system to enhance your computing experience. Media Center provides you with a wide range of TV, DVD, and video viewing, as well as music recording and playback. This section describes how to set up your TV, set-top box, and other equipment. -
Page 64: Getting Started With Media Center
✍ An Internet connection and TV signal source are not required to use some features, but Sony recommends using these options to fully experience Media Center. To locate the online Media Center User Guide You can find more information about using Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition software in the online Media Center User Guide. -
Page 65: Setting Up Tv Connections
Setting Up TV Connections The best method of connecting your computer, TV monitor or display, and TV programming access, is determined by the type of cable service connection available in your home. Your computer’s hardware configuration may vary from the illustrations shown in this section. See the online Specifications sheet for details about your computer’s hardware configuration. - Page 66 VAIO Computer Quick Start Option 2 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable (optional) to your cable service access. Connect the other end to the single-connection side of a splitter adapter. Connect the TV coaxial cable (supplied) to the double-connection side of the splitter adapter.
- Page 67 Connecting to a standard antenna (air) system You can connect your computer to an indoor/outdoor antenna system, using Option 1 or 2 from the previous section, “Connecting to standard cable access (CATV).” The antenna system in your home may require a VHF/UHF RF combiner/transformer (optional) to connect your computer and the indoor/outdoor antenna system.
- Page 68 VAIO Computer Quick Start Option 2 Connect both ends of the antenna’s twin lead cable to the screw-type grips on the combiner/transformer. Connect the TV coaxial cable (supplied) from the combiner/transformer to the VHF/UHF port on the back panel of your computer. ✍...
- Page 69 Connect a fourth TV coaxial cable (optional) to the double-connection end of the splitter adapter. Connect the other end to the VHF/UHF port on the rear of your TV monitor or display. To connect in set-top box mode (Option 1) TV coaxial cable (optional) Cable service...
- Page 70 VAIO Computer Quick Start Connect one end of a stereo A/V dubbing cable with triple RCA plugs (optional) to the Video Out and Audio-OUT (L/R) jacks on the back panel of your set-top box, matching the plug and jack colors. Connect the other ends of the stereo A/V dubbing cable into the Audio-R (IN), Audio-L (IN), and Composite video (IN) jacks on the back panel of your computer, matching the plug and jack colors.
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Page 71: Connecting The Remote Sensor And Remote Sensor Control
Connecting the Remote Sensor and Remote Sensor Control Connecting the Remote Sensor and Remote Sensor Control The remote sensor communicates with the Media Center remote control, enabling you to change channels and to perform other functions. If you are using a cable or satellite set-top box, you can attach the remote sensor control which enables you to control the set-top box with the Media Center remote control. - Page 72 VAIO Computer Quick Start To connect the remote sensor control Plug the remote sensor control’s cable into either jack (1 or 2) located on the back of the remote sensor. ✍ When you attach the remote control sensor to a cable or satellite set-top box, you can control the set-top box functions with your remote control.
- Page 73 Connecting the Remote Sensor and Remote Sensor Control Attaching the remote sensor control cable to a cable or satellite set-top box Remote sensor control Cable or satellite set-top box Infrared port (Do not cover) Remote sensor ✍ The remote sensor unit must be visible in a line-of-sight with your remote control in order to function properly.
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Page 74: Connecting Other Devices
VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting Other Devices This section illustrates how to connect other devices to your VAIO Digital Studio® computer. Your computer has both audio and video connection capability. You can locate the appropriate connections on the back panel or behind the lower bottom panel on the front of the computer. - Page 75 Connecting a device with a stereo A/V dubbing cable Connect a stereo A/V dubbing cable with triple RCA plugs at each end (optional) directly into the composite video port, composite audio L and R jacks, located on either the front or back panel of your computer. Connect the other ends of the stereo A/V dubbing cable into the appropriate jacks on your compatible VCR or camcorder.
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Page 76: Starting Media Center Software
VAIO Computer Quick Start Starting Media Center Software You can instantly open Media Center features using the My Videos, My Pictures, My TV, or My Music buttons on your Media Center remote control or keyboard. You can also view recorded TV contents, by using the Recorded TV button on the remote control. -
Page 77: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting This section describes how to resolve common problems. My computer does not start. Verify that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned ❑ on. Check that the power indicator is lit on the front panel of the computer. Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive ❑... - Page 78 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start If your computer does not respond or the software program does not close: Save and close any open files, if possible. Press the Alt+F4 keys. The Shut Down Windows window appears. Click the drop-down list box and select Restart. Click OK.
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Page 79: Support Options
Support Options Sony provides several options to help solve common problems or to locate support for your VAIO® computer. This section describes all available resources and offers suggestions on how to access this information for maximum results. Immediate Help and Support... - Page 80 Click Start in the Windows taskbar. Click Welcome to VAIO life. * You can locate the online Help for Sony® software programs by pointing to the individual software program’s icon and selecting Help from the submenu. The software’s main window...
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Page 81: Resources For Additional Help And Support
Sony online support Web site Online help and support are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, when you visit the Sony online support Web site. You can access the Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. The Sony online support Web site provides: Information about your specific computer model, such as ❑... - Page 82 VAIO Computer Quick Start Sony Customer Information Services Center If other support options do not resolve your issue, you can contact a Sony Support representative directly. Before making a call to the Sony Customer Information Services Center, have this basic information readily available.
- Page 84 For customer support information, go to: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport VAIO Homepage http://www.vaio.net © 2005 Sony Electronics Inc. Printed in USA *258534701* 2-585-347-01...