Important safeguards and precautions, Before using, Connections and initial setup (ready to play) – Panasonic PV-V402 User Manual

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• T

imer Recording •

Location of Contr

ols (Remote Contr

ol Buttons,

Fr

ont

V

ie

w

of the

VCR)

COMMERCIAL SKIP/
ZERO SEARCH

(

Starts COMMERCIAL SKIP/ Zero Search

)

INPUT

(For LINE or channel)

POWER

(Turns VCR off/on)

PLAY

(Plays a tape)/

FAST FORWARD/SEARCH

(Fast forwards tape/ forward visual

search)

REWIND/SEARCH

(Rewinds tape/ reverse visual

search)

STOP

(Stops tape)

CHANNEL /

TRACKING/ V-LOCK

(Selects channel/ reduces

picture noise during Play and

Slow mode)

Remote Control Buttons

VCR/TV

(For TV or VCR mode)

SPEED

(Changes tape speed)

SEARCH/ ENTER

(Set search system /Tunes TV channel)

NUMBER Keys

(Selects channel directly)

TV (mode)

(Enables TV functions)

TAPE POSITION

(Locates tape position)

EJECT

(Ejects tape)

ACTION

(Displays menu)

PAUSE/SLOW

(Displays still, frame by frame,

or slow motion picture)

COUNTER RESET

(Resets counter to zero)

RECORD

(Records a program, etc.)

ADD/DELETE

(Adds or deletes a channel)

VCR (mode)

(Enables VCR functions)

VOLUME +/-

(Adjusts TV volume)

DISPLAY

(Displays VCR status)

Location of Controls

PROGRAM

(Displays Timer Program screen)

Front View of the VCR

RECORD

STOP/EJECT

Cassette Compartment

POWER

REWIND/
SEARCH

PLAY

CHANNEL

/

TRACKING/ V-LOCK

Remote
Sensor

FAST
FORWARD/
SEARCH

Video
Input
Connector

Audio Input
Connector

EJECT button:

Press to eject tape. EJECT is not available during recording.

*Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed,

press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.

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PLAY, STOP, REW, and FF
function as

operation keys when menus
are displayed.

Remote keys

Timer Recording

1

1) Press PROG*.

2) Press to display program screen.

Press PROG to end programming.

2

2) Set remaining items,

press

to select and

press to set START/ STOP times, CH(channel) or
LINE input (p. 9 of “Advanced Operations” book), and
tape speed (p. 3).

1) Set record DATE,

press

to select:

1~31= one time,
or DAILY= MON~ FRI,
or WEEKLY= same time
each week and press .

3

To Enter More Programs
Press

to select and

press to set an unused program.
Then repeat step 2.
Or, press PROG to exit.

Timer Recording

Example

Today

Press

to select

desired program.

4

Press POWER off to set the timer recording. (“TIMER” lights on Multi Function Display.)

(Recording is not in progress)

a

1) Press PROG.

2) Press to select LIST.

b

c

To Replace program...

d

Press PROG to end the programming.

• If you are using a Cable Box, VCR Timer Programming Channel (Step 2 above) must

be set to the Cable Box output channel and your Cable Box must be manually set to
the desired channel. The Cable Box must be left on.

• If a power interruption occurs while programming the timer, the timer program(s) may be

canceled. If “TIMER PROGRAMS WERE LOST DUE TO POWER INTERRUPTION” appears
on-screen, please re-enter the timer programs.

Important notes when using DSS receiver

• When recording programs via DSS receiver, DSS receiver must be left on.
• When recording programs via an antenna or cable, DSS receiver must be turned off.

Review, Replace, or Clear Program

1) Press to display.
2) Repeat Step 2

(above) to set new
programs.

Press ADD/DLT.

or

To Clear program...

Press POWER and then STOP within 10
seconds to cancel the Timer Recording.

(The TIMER indicator goes out on Multi
Function Display.)

Cancel a Timer Recording

(Recording is in progress)

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Notes

DAILY

7

2

1

31

6

8 9

SELECT / Selection Order

WEEKLY

(SAT)

WEEKLY

(MON)

WEEKLY

(SUN)

TIMER PROG. L I ST

CANCEL : ADD / DLT
SELECT : SET :
EXIT : PROG

DT START STOP CH SPD

7 9 : 00A 12 : 00A 08 SP

8 10 : 00P

12 : 00P

02

SP

10 8 : 00P

9 : 00P

10

SP

SU 9 : 00P

10 : 00P

L1

LP

TIMER PROG. LIST

SELECT START DATE

DATE

START

STOP

CH

SP

TODAY

7 SUN 9:00A 12:00A 08

SELECT :
END : PROG

SET:

TIMER PROG. L I ST

DT START STOP CH SPD

13 2 : 00 P 3 : 20P 02 SLP

-- -- : -- -- : -- -- --
-- -- : -- -- : -- -- --
-- -- : -- -- : -- -- --

CANCEL : ADD / DLT
SELECT : SET :
EXIT : PROG

SELECT :
END : PROG

DATE

START

STOP

CH

SLP

SET:

SELECT START DATE

TODAY

13 SAT --:-- --:-- --

TIMER PROG. LIST

TIMER PROG. L I ST

CANCEL : ADD / DLT
SELECT : SET :
EXIT : PROG

DT START STOP CH SPD

-- -- : -- -- : -- -- --

8 10 : 00P

12 : 00P

02

SP

10 8 : 00P

9 : 00P

10

SP

SU 9 : 00P

10 : 00P

L1

LP

• Connections • Initial Setup • Clock Set •

Select Channel •

Pla

yback •

Record • A

uto

Opera

tion

This video recorder, equipped with
HQ (High Quality) system, is
compatible with existing VHS
equipment. Only use tapes with the

mark. Only tapes tested and

inspected for use in 2, 4, 6, and 8
hour machines are recommended.

*Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed,

press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.

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1

Insert a tape with a record tab (p. 3).

1

Insert a tape

.

Special Features During Play

2

Press CH

or NUMBER keys

to select the channel.

• For “LINE” input, see p. 9 of “Advanced

Operations” book.

• If recording from a channel over 100, first

press 100 key then the other 2 digits.

3

Press SPEED
to select record speed (p. 3).

4

Press REC
to start recording.

• To edit, press PAUSE/SLOW to pause,

and again to resume recording.

5

Press STOP to stop recording.

2

Press PLAY to play tape.

• If tape has no rec. tab (p. 3), auto play begins.

One Touch Recording
(record in progress)

Press REC repeatedly to set length as follows:
30 min.

1 hr.

1:30

2:00

3:00

4:00

exit.

The VCR shuts off at the length set.

Record one station, watch another

Press VCR/TV
(“VCR” goes out on Multi Function Display),

select channels on TV (recording continues).

Select channels on VCR (in STOP or
PAUSE mode)

Press VCR/TV
(“VCR” lights up on Multi Function Display),

select channels on VCR.

Record on a Tape

Forward/Reverse Scene Search

Press FF or REW.

Press PLAY to release.

After search has begun, each additional
press of FF or REW changes speed as
shown below.
[SLP] : Approx. 21X

Approx. 9X

[LP]

: Approx. 9X

Approx. 7X

[SP] : Approx. 7X

Approx. 3X

If at 21X, 9X, or 7X speed the picture is
interrupted, change speed to 9X, 7X, or 3X.

Still (Freeze) Picture

Press PAUSE/SLOW.

Press PLAY to release.

Frame by Frame Picture

Press PAUSE/SLOW in Still mode.

Press PLAY to release.

Slow Motion Picture

Hold down PAUSE/SLOW in Still mode.

Press PLAY to release.

Loose or peeling labels

may cause tape jam.

• These features work best in SP or SLP mode.
• The sound will be muted.
• To reduce picture noise, see “Manual

Tracking Control” on p. 3.

• After VCR is in Still or Slow mode 3 minutes, it

auto switches to Stop mode to protect the tape
and the video heads.

Press REW or FF in Stop mode to
Rewind or Fast Forward tape.

Press EJECT on remote,
or STOP/EJECT on VCR to eject tape.

3

Press STOP to stop tape.

Playback a Tape

• Watching one channel and recording

another is not possible when using Cable
Box or DSS Receiver.

• After 5 minutes in Pause mode, VCR stops

to protect the tape and the video heads.

• Picture interruption may occur with some TVs.
• FF and REW search speed may vary

depending on current tape position.

Notes

Playback / Record on a Tape

Auto Play

Insert a tape

Power comes on

Play starts if there is no record tab (see p. 3).

Auto Rewind

Play
Fast Forward

Play Auto Eject

(Repeat Play must be off)

Play

Tape end

Rewind

Tape ejects if there is no record tab

Auto Operation Functions

Notes

Notes

Tape end

Rewind

Connections / Initial Setup (Ready to Play)

Connecting

Connect cable from
Antenna/Cable to VCR’s IN
FROM ANT. jack.

Connect VCR’s OUT TO TV
jack to TV’s ANT. IN jack
with included RF Cable
accessory.

For ANT./Cable

VCR

TV

For DSS/Cable Box

VCR

TV

Connect your cable box’s
OUT jack to the VCR’s IN
FROM ANT. jack with an RF
cable.

Connect VCR’s OUT TO TV
jack to TV’s ANT. IN jack
with included RF Cable
accessory.

1

2

1

2

Please make all cable or antenna connections before plugging into the AC
outlet.

Plugging the VCR Power Cord into an AC wall outlet starts auto channel and clock set.

1

Turn TV on and tune to channel 3.

2

Plug VCR Power Cord into AC wall
outlet. VCR comes on and auto
channel and clock set starts.

WARNING
Over tightening “Nut type” RF coaxial cables
may damage jacks. Finger tighten only.

• If screen below does not appear, check

VCR - TV connection and, if TV is
tuned to channel 3, try switching it to
channel 4.

• To change VCR’s output channel,

please refer to “VCR’s Output Channel”
in Advanced Operations book (p. 12).

If you use a cable box, turn it on and set it
to the Public Broadcasting Station (PBS)
channel in your time zone. If you use a
DSS receiver, it must be turned off.

Initial Setup (Ready to Play)

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

AUTO CLOCK SET

PROCEEDING

CANCEL : STOP

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING

CANCEL : STOP

3

Settings are made automatically.
When setup is done, this screen

appears.

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

9 /29 / 20 0 2 SUN 2 : 20PM

DST : ON

SETT I NG : CH 10

AUTO CLOCK SET
COMPLETED

If “AUTO CLOCK SET IS INCOMPLETE”
appears, manually set clock.
See below.

Manual Clock Set

If Auto Clock Set was incomplete.

1

Press ACTION* on remote to display
CLOCK menu.

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

SELECT MONTH

DST:ON

1 / /

:

SELECT : SET :
EXIT : ACT I ON

2

Press to select the month and
to set. In the same manner, select and
set the date, year, time, and DST
(Daylight Saving Time).

3

Press ACTION to start clock and exit.

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Plugging the AC Power Plug into an AC outlet

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

SET COMPLETED

DST:ON

9 /29 / 20 0 2

SUN 2 : 20PM


START : ACT I ON

SET :

IN FROM ANT.

TV

VCR

VHF/UHF

OUT TO TV

IN from
ANT./CABLE

1

2

IN FROM ANT.

TV

VCR

VHF/UHF

OUT TO TV

IN from
ANT./CABLE

Cable TV
Converter Box

1

2

Congratulations

on your new purchase! With proper use, this
dependable product will provide years of
enjoyment. Please fill in the information below.
(Serial number is on tag on back of VCR.)

Before Using

RF Coaxial
Cable

VJAS0196

Batteries 2 “AA”

Remote Control

LSSQ0263

Accessories

To order accessories, call toll free
1-800-332-5368.

Loading the Batteries

• Date of Purchase

• Dealer Purchased From

• Dealer Address

• Dealer Phone No.

• Model No.

PV-V402

• Serial No.

Battery replacement caution

• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.

Only use tapes with the

mark in this unit.

Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure

Record/Playback Time

To record again

Break off the tab to
prevent recording.

SP

(Standard Play)

2 Hours

40 Minutes

1 Hour

2 Hours

5 Hours

20 Minutes

2 Hours 4 Hours

LP

(Long Play)

3 Hours 6 Hours

8 Hours

SLP

(Super Long Play)

Type of Video Cassette

Tape Speed

Setting

T160

T120

T60

Power Source:

120 V AC, 60 Hz

Power Consumption:

Power On

Approx. 18 W

Power Off

Approx. 2.5 W

Video Signal:

EIA Standard NTSC color

Video Recording

4 rotary heads helical

System:

scanning system

Audio Track:

1 track (Normal)

Tuner:
Broadcast Channels:
VHF 2 ~ 13, UHF 14 ~ 69
CABLE Channels:

Midband A ~ I (14 ~ 22)
Superband J ~ W (23 ~ 36)
Hyperband AA ~ EEE
(37 ~ 64)
Lowband A-5 ~ A-1 (95 ~ 99)
Special CABLE channel 5A
(01)
Ultraband 65 ~ 94, 100 ~ 125

Operating
Temperature:

5 °C ~ 40 °C (41 °F ~ 104 °F)

Operating Humidity: 10 % ~ 75 %
Weight:

2.5 kg (6.0 lbs).

Dimensions:

360 (W) x 93 (H) x 242 (D) mm
14-3/16” (W) x 3-11/16” (H) x
9-9/16” (D) inch

Specifications

Head Cleaning

Use soft, dry cloth or dusting attachment of a
vacuum to remove dust from all cabinet vent
holes. You may moisten cloth with nonabrasive,
antistatic cleaner/ polisher.
Caution:
Alcohol and various solvents could damage finish.

Cleaning the VCR

Note: Designs and specifications are subject

to change without notice.

Digital Auto Picture

Automatically controls the video output signal for
less noise depending on the tape condition.

Digital Auto Tracking

Continuously analyzes the signal and adjusts for
optimum picture quality.

Manual Tracking Control

(to reduce picture noise)
Use during Playback and Slow Motion mode to
reduce picture noise.
Press CH (TRACKING) / on the remote
control or on the VCR until the picture clears up.
To return to Auto Tracking, press POWER off,
then on again a few seconds later.

V-Lock Control

(to reduce picture jitter)

In Still mode, CH (TRACKING) / operate as a
V-Lock control.

Features for a Quality Picture

• Important Safeguards •

Accessor

ies • Head Cleaning • Loading Ba

tter

ies • Pr

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v

ent

T

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pe Erasur

e • Specif

ications • Record/Playb

ack T

ime

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Record Tab

Screw driver

Cover the hole
with cellophane
tape.

Video Head Clog Sensor

Screen-right appears during
play if clogging is detected.
To remove screen, press PLAY.
• Use “dry” type head

cleaning cassette only.
(Part No. NV-TCL30PT is recommended.)

• Follow cleaning tape instructions carefully.

Excessive use of tape can shorten head life.

Old or damaged tapes may clog heads.

V I DEO HEADS MAY
NEED CLEAN I NG
PLEASE I NSERT HEAD
CLEAN I NG CASSETTE
OR REFER TO MANUAL

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INSTALLATION

1

POWER SOURCE CAUTION
Operate only from a power source indicated on
the unit or in this manual. If necessary, have
your Electric Utility Service Company or Video
Products Dealer verify the power source in your
home.

2

POLARIZED OR GROUNDING PLUG
As a safety feature, this Video product comes
with either a polarized power cord plug (one
blade is wider than the other), or a three-wire
grounding type plug.

POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If you
cannot fully insert the plug, try reversing it. If it still
will not fit, have an electrician install the proper wall
outlet. Do not defeat the safety feature by tampering
with the plug.
GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into a three-hole grounding
outlet. If necessary, have an electrician install the
proper outlet. Do not defeat the safety feature by
tampering with the plug.
3

POWER CORD
Make sure power cords are routed so that they
are not likely to have anything rest on them, roll
over them, or be in the way of walking traffic.
If an extension cord is used, make sure it also
has either a polarized or grounded plug and that
the cords can be securely connected. Frayed
cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or cracked
wire insulation are hazardous and should be
replaced by a qualified service technician.
Overloaded outlets and extension cords are fire
hazards and should be avoided.

4

DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES
Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat
generated during operation. If they are blocked,
heat build-up inside the unit can cause failures
that may result in a fire hazard or heat damage
to cassettes. For protection, follow these rules:
a. Never cover ventilation slots or the unit while

in use, or operate the unit when placed on a
bed, sofa, rug, or other soft surface.

b. Avoid built-in installation, such as a book

case or rack, unless proper ventilation is
provided.

5

AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR
SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES
Do not place the unit over or near any kind of
heater or radiator, in direct sunlight, inside a
closed vehicle, etc.. Do not move the unit
suddenly between areas of extreme temperature
variation. If the unit is suddenly moved from a
cold place to a warm place, moisture may
condense in the unit and on the tape.

6

TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY
• Do not place unsecured

equipment on a sloping
surface.

• Do not place this unit on any

support that is not firm, level,
and adequately strong. The
unit could fall causing serious
injury to a child or adult and
damage to the unit.

• An appliance and cart combination should be

moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance
and cart combination to overturn.

• Carefully follow all operating instructions and

use the manufacturer's recommended
accessories when operating this unit or
connecting it to any other equipment.

FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND RETAIN
ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL WARNINGS IN
THE MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT

USING THE VIDEO UNIT

If the unit has been in storage or moved to a new location, refer
first to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards.
1

KEEP THIS VIDEO UNIT AWAY FROM WATER OR
MOISTURE OF ANY KIND.

2

IF EQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR
STRONG IMPACT,
unplug the unit and have it inspected by
a qualified service technician before use.

3

DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM
During a lightning storm, whether indoors or outdoors, or
before leaving the unit unused for extended periods of time,
disconnect all equipment from the power source as well as
the antenna and cable system.

4

WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN
• Never expose the unit to rain or water. DO NOT

OPERATE if liquid has been spilled into the unit.
Immediately unplug the unit, and have it inspected by a
service technician. Fire and shock hazards can result from
electrical shorts caused by liquid contact inside.

• Never drop or push any object through openings in the

unit. Some internal parts carry hazardous voltages and
contact can cause electric shock or fire hazard.

• Avoid placing the unit directly above or below your TV set

as this may cause electrical interference. Keep all
magnets away from electronic equipment.

5

USING ACCESSORIES
Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to
avoid risk of fire, shock, or other hazards.

6

CLEANING THE UNIT
Unplug the unit. Then, use a clean, dry, chemically
untreated cloth to gently remove dust or debris. DO NOT
USE cleaning fluids, aerosols, or forced air that could over-
spray, or seep into the unit and cause electrical shock. Any
substance such as wax, adhesive tape, etc. may mar the
cabinet surface. Exposure to greasy, humid, or dusty areas
may adversely affect internal parts.

SERVICE

1

DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF
If, after carefully following the detailed operating instructions,
this Video product does not operate properly, do not attempt
to open or remove covers, or make any adjustments not
described in the manual. Unplug the unit and contact a
qualified service technician.

2

IF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED
Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified
by the manufacturer, or those having the same safety
characteristics as the original parts. The use of unauthorized
substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards.

3

HAVE THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN PERFORM A SAFETY
CHECK
After any service or repairs to the unit, request the service
technician to conduct a thorough safety check as described
in the manufacture’s service literature to ensure that the
video unit is in safe operating condition.

OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION

1

SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the
equipment, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded
so as to provide some protection against built up static
charges and voltage surges.
Section 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70 (in Canada, part 1 of the
Canadian Electrical Code)
provides information with
respect to proper grounding
of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the
lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size
of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the
grounding electrode.

2

KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER
LINES OR CIRCUITS
An outside antenna system should be located well away
from power lines, electric light or power circuits and where it
will never come into contact with these power sources if it
should happen to fall. When installing an outside antenna,
extreme care should be taken to avoid touching power lines,
circuits or other power sources as this could be fatal.
Because of the hazards involved, antenna installation should
be left to a professional.

Important Safeguards and Precautions

GROUND
CLAMP

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

NEC

- NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE

Safety Precautions

Warning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or

moisture.

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Avertissement: Afin de prévenir tout risque d’incendie ou de chocs électriques, ne pas

exposer cet appareil à la pluie ou à une humidité excessive.

Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche

dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu’au fond.

FCC Warning: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the

user’s authority to operate.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

This symbol warns the user that uninsulated
voltage within the unit may have sufficient
magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore,
it is dangerous to make any kind of contact
with any inside part of this unit.
This symbol alerts the user that important
literature concerning the operation and
maintenance of this unit has been included.
Therefore, it should be read carefully in order
to avoid any problems.

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Built-in Head Cleaner

A clean video head helps produce a clear
picture.So, we have equipped your VCR with a
built-in, non-chemical head cleaning system that
helps prevent clogging of the video heads.
Cleaning is performed each time you load or
unload a video cassette.
• This feature is preventative only, If your video

heads are seriously clogged, consider the use
of a chemical non-abrasive head cleaning kit
or take your VCR to a Service Center.

VCR/TV

AUTO CLOCK SET IS
INCOMPLETE

PLEASE SET CLOCK BY
PRESSING ACTION KEY

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

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