Leader PHABRIX Rx 2000 User manual

Rx 2000
User Manual
Software Release 9.08
Revision: 11

Preface
About this Manual
This User Manual is a guide to the functions provided by your Rx Series instrument.
For further information on PHABRIXproducts, please refer to the PHABRIXweb page:
https://www.phabrix.com/products
Notice
The information in this document has been produced by PHABRIX Ltd with care and is believed to be
accurate. PHABRIX Ltd does not assume responsibility for loss or damage resulting from errors,
omissions or inaccuracies herein. This document is subject to change, and revisions may be made
and issued to include such changes.
No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form
or by any means, electronic, mechanical, recorded or otherwise without the prior written consent of
PHABRIX Ltd.
Copyright © PHABRIX Ltd. All rights reserved. Software products licensed are owned by PHABRIX
Ltd and are protected by international treaty provisions and national copyright laws.
HDMI ® is the registered trademark of HDMI Licensing and is used within the document for
identification purposes only.
PHABRIX® Limited
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Thatcham, Berkshire
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United Kingdom
Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
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Revision
This guide is a revision controlled document. Any changes to any page content will be reflected in the
overall revision status of the whole manual.
Release Date Software
Version Updates Include:
1 October
2013
0.08.0018 Release of Version 8
2 April 2014 0.09.0024 Dolby Decoder & High res Waveforms
3 July 2014 9.01.12565 Dolby Generator
4 October
2014
9.02.13137
5 March 2015 9.02.13417 Frame Grab
6 July 2015 9.03.13798 AV Delay
7 June
2017
9.05 2K over HD-SDI, left-hand TFT Instrument View & Closed Caption Error Logging
8 July 2017 9.05 Loudness enhancements
9 February
2019
9.05 Vertical Ancillary Data display in Picture & Waveform using cursors
10 January
2020
9.07 GPIO Loudness Control; Increased Range of Rx Generators’ Master Control.
11 November
2022
9.08 Vectorscope addition of x2 Gain for CbCr signals; 16:9 mode support for 525-line signals in Picture
scaler; additional bug fixes.
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Getting Started
Package Contents
The shipping box should include the following:
One black carrying bag containing:
lPHABRIX Rx 2000 unit
lPower Supply Unit
lMains lead
lAllen key
lUser Manual and Firmware on USB key.
Note: Both the latest versions of the user manual and firmware are available from the Software
Downloads section of the PHABRIX website:
https://www.phabrix.com/support/product-software-downloads/
The title page of this manual displays the supported version of the Rx 2000 software.
General Safety
Avoiding Personal Injury
Warning: This instrument is designed for use by qualified personnel only.
No internal user-serviceable parts are provided. Units should be returned to your local PHABRIX
agent for servicing.
The Operator must NOT remove the case from the unit as this will invalidate the warranty.
Do not spill any liquid onto the unit or its power adapter.
Warning: Do not look directly into the fiber optic connections of cable as this may cause
permanent damage to the eyes.
Power Supply
Make sure that the unit is connected to the correct power supply voltage. A power supply adapter is
supplied with the unit which may be connected to any AC power supply between 100 and 240 V AC
at 50-60 Hz. Only the supplied power adapter should be used with the unit. Do not use a damaged
AC cable with the unit as it may cause a shock or fire hazard. Replacement AC cables are available
from your local PHABRIX agent.
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Installation Environment
Operating Temperature
Warning: The unit should only be operated between 0 and 40°Celsius. If the unit is operated at a
higher temperature, there is a possibility of a fire hazard. If the temperature is changed rapidly
from a cold environment to a hot environment, moisture can be created internally which can
cause malfunction or damage the unit. Allow the unit to sit for 30 minutes without power applied
to reduce any possibility of condensation. If the temperature rises above 60°Celsius a warning
dialog will be given. If the temperature rises above 65°Celsius the unit will be turned OFF. Under
both conditions, an event will be added to the event log to show what happened.
Input/Output Terminals
Do not connect the input or output BNC connectors to external power as this can damage the internal
circuitry and cause the unit to work incorrectly.
The BNC connectors fitted on this unit are 75 ohm type which are not compatible with 50 ohm plugs.
Warning: The use of 50 ohm plugs will permanently damage the connectors on the unit. The use
of 50 ohm plugs is considered to be misuse of the equipment and will therefore invalidate the
unit’s warranty.
SFP Cage
Warning: When the SFP cage is fitted, either an SFP or a bung must be fitted in the SFP cage at
all times to prevent the Sx TAG overheating.
When Not in Use
Disconnect the unit from the power supply and AC power source when not in use.
Maintenance
Wipe the case, and knobs gently with a soft cloth, lightly dampened with a neutral cleaning agent. A
screen cleaning cloth may be used to clean the LCD. Do not apply force to the LCD when cleaning or
it may be damaged.
Warning: Remove the power supply from the unit and turn OFF before cleaning. Do not allow
any water or other liquid to enter the unit while cleaning.
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RoHS 2 Compliance
PHABRIX products are designed and manufactured using only Restriction of Hazardous Substances
(RoHS) compliant components and materials. Based on information provided by our suppliers,
therefore, PHABRIX certifies that ALL products that it manufactures are RoHS-5 compliant and that
they do not exceed the designated levels of lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium,
polybrominated biphenyl (PBB) and polybrominated diphenyl ether flame retardants (PBDE) legislated
under the provisions of the “ European Parliament and Council Directive ” on the “ Restriction of the
Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (2011/65/EC) ” and
associated regulations collectively known as the RoHS Regulations.
Disposal of Equipment
This product is subject to the European WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) directive
and should be disposed of according to the regulations of each country.
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Trademarks
lPHABRIX and Rx are registered trademarks of PHABRIX Ltd.
lDolby, Dolby E, Dolby Digital (Dolby AC-3), and Dolby Digital Plus (Dolby E-AC-3) are trade-
marks of Dolby Laboratories, Inc.
lHDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
lIntel and Intel Core are trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries.
lAll other trademarks and registered trademarks are of their respective holders. In this user
manual, ™ and ® marks are not specified.
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Table of Contents
Preface ii
About this Manual ii
Notice ii
Revision iii
Getting Started iv
Package Contents iv
General Safety iv
Installation Environment v
RoHS 2 Compliance vi
Disposal of Equipment vi
Trademarks vii
Description 1-1
11-1
Rx Platform 1-1
Overview 1-1
Rx 2000 1-3
Description 1-3
Front Panel 1-3
Rear Panel 1-3
Specifications 1-4
Rx Modules 1-5
Overview 1-5
CPU Module 1-5
Single Analyzer, Dual Input Module 1-6
Single Analyzer, Dual Input, Physical Layer Measurement Module 1-6
Single Analyzer, Single Generator Module 1-7
AES Digital Audio Input / Output Module 1-7
Single Analyzer, Single Generator, Physical Layer Measurement Module 1-7
Dual Output Generator Module 1-8
Rx Software Options 1-9
Overview 1-9
3G-SDI, Advanced formats and 2K Support 1-9
SDI Data Display and Ancillary Packet Analysis 1-10
Advanced Physical Layer Analysis 1-11
Enhanced Remote Control (Now Included as Standard) 1-12
Dolby Metadata Generator 1-13
Dolby Analysis 1-13
Four Channel Loudness (Now Included as Standard) 1-14
Four Channel Closed Caption (Now Included as Standard) 1-14
Front Panel Controls 2-1
22-1
Overview 2-1
Switching On and Off the Instrument 2-1
Dual Instrument Display 2-1
Front Panel Versus HDMI® Monitor Output Control 2-1
Confidence Display 2-2
Main Menu 2-3
Instrument Status 2-3
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Using the Menus 2-3
Multiple Analyzers 2-5
Generator Menus 2-6
Video Out 2-6
Genlock Menu 2-16
Audio Group Menu 2-18
Dolby (Dolby Metadata Generator Option) 2-20
Analyzer Menus 2-26
Overview 2-26
Picture 2-27
Data View 2-33
Waveform Monitor 2-35
Vectorscope 2-38
Eye and Jitter 2-39
Jitter Analysis 2-44
Signal Information Menus 2-45
Overview 2-45
Video Status 2-46
MISC Status 2-48
Video Input Timing 2-49
ANC Status 2-50
ANC Inspector (SDI Analysis Option) 2-54
SFP Info 2-57
Audio Menus 2-58
Audio Meters 2-58
Audio Status 2-61
Dolby Status (Dolby Analyzer Option) 2-62
Loudness Meters 2-68
Dolby Decoder Setup (option) 2-73
System Menus 2-74
Presets 2-74
Network 2-78
Info 2-80
Utils 2-82
Engineer 2-84
HDMI/SDI Output 2-86
Logging Menus 2-88
Overview 2-88
Event Log 2-89
Log Setup 2-90
Log Eye Jitter 2-93
Log ANC Status 2-94
Speaker Menu 2-95
Speaker 2-95
Speaker / Headphone 2-95
Admin Menus 2-97
USB Disk Connected Window 2-97
Monitor Output 3-1
33-1
HDMI Output 3-1
Overview 3-1
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Display Area 3-2
Locking Reference VITC and LTC 3-2
Locking Reference VITC and LTC 3-2
Managing the Monitor Output 3-3
Contextual Menus 3-4
Instrument Panel Resizing 3-5
Generator Panels 3-6
Overview 3-6
Generator Video 3-7
Output On 3-7
Standard 3-7
Color Format 3-7
Pattern 3-8
Generator Reference 3-18
Generator Output Audio Menu 3-19
Analyzer Panels 3-22
Overview 3-22
Picture 3-23
Data View 3-32
Waveform Monitor 3-34
Vectorscope 3-38
Eye 3-39
Jitter 3-44
Video Status 3-45
Misc Status 3-47
Video Timing 3-48
ANC Status 3-49
ANC Inspector (SDI Analysis Option) 3-53
SFP Info 3-56
Audio Metering 3-57
SDI Audio Status 3-60
Lissajous 3-61
Loudness Meters 3-62
Dolby Metadata (Dolby Analyzer Option) 3-68
System Panels 3-75
Overview 3-75
Network Setup 3-76
Engineer Setup 3-78
HDMI/CPU SDI Setup / HDMI/SDI Output 3-80
System Info 3-82
Board Status 3-84
Date and Time Setup 3-86
Audio Monitoring Setup 3-88
Dolby Decoder Setup 3-90
Surround Channel Setup 3-91
Time Code Displays 3-91
Default Window Size 3-93
Dolby Generator Setup (Dolby Generator Option) 3-94
Logging Panels 3-100
Overview 3-100
Event Log 3-100
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Event Log Setup - General 3-101
Event Log Setup - Eye / Jitter 3-104
Event Log Setup - ANC Packets 3-105
Preset Memories 3-106
Overview 3-106
Defining Preset Content 3-106
Saving Presets 3-107
Recalling Presets 3-108
Renaming Presets 3-108
Adding Additional Presets 3-108
Clearing Presets 3-108
Exporting Presets 3-109
Transferring Presets to a Different Rx 3-109
Disk Space Considerations 3-110
System Reference Source 3-111
Selecting the System Reference 3-111
Admin Menus 3-113
USB Disk Connected Window 3-113
Browser Control 4-1
44-1
Browser ControlOverview 4-1
Using the Menus 4-1
Log Link 4-2
Status Link 4-2
Downloads Link 4-2
HDMI Link 4-3
Glossary of Terms A-1
AA-1
Specifications B-1
BB-1
Rx Platform Overview B-1
Rx 2000 B-3
Description B-3
Environmental Requirements B-4
Dimensions B-5
Front Panel Dimensions B-5
Back Panel Dimensions B-5
Top Panel Dimensions B-5
Side Panel Dimensions B-6
Front Panel B-7
Front Panel Display B-7
Loudspeakers B-7
Headphone Output B-7
Rx 2000 Rear Panel B-8
Power Connection B-8
External Locking Reference B-8
AESInput B-8
SDI Out B-9
HDMI B-9
Local Control B-9
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Networking B-10
GPIO B-10
Rx Modules B-13
Single Analyzer, Dual Input B-13
Single Analyzer, Dual Input, Physical Layer Measurement B-15
Single Analyzer, Single Generator B-18
Single Analyzer, Single Generator, Physical Layer Measurement B-22
Dual Output Generator Module B-26
AES Digital Audio Input / Output B-28
Supported Video Formats B-29
SD 270 Mb/s B-29
HD 1.485 Gb/s (SMPTE 292M) B-29
Dual Link 1.485 Gb/s (SMPTE 327M) B-29
3G Level-A 2.97 Gb/s (SMPTE 425M-A) B-30
3G Level-B 2.97 Gb/s (SMPTE 425-B) B-32
Built-in Generator Formats (CPU Module) B-33
Maintenance C-1
CC-1
Warranty C-1
Overview C-1
Warranty Exceptions C-1
Product Registration C-2
Maintenance C-2
General Maintenance C-2
Preventative Maintenance C-2
Software Maintenance C-3
Installing New Software C-3
Rx File Structure C-5
Applications D-1
DD-1
Audio Configuration D-1
Overview D-1
Audio Channel Selection for Measurement and Analysis D-2
Embedded Audio Input D-2
AES Audio Input D-2
Decoded Dolby Audio (Dolby Decoder Module) D-3
Audio Monitoring D-5
Speaker / Headphone Audio monitoring D-6
Rear Panel Monitoring D-6
HDMI Output Monitoring D-6
HDMI Over SDI monitoring D-7
Audio Routing D-8
AES Audio Output D-8
Generator SDI Audio Output D-9
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Description 1
Rx Platform
Overview
The Rx platform has been designed to serve the varied test and measurement needs of the
broadcast industry. PHABRIX has developed a modular system from which specific broadcast client
requirements can be satisfied.
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The Rx platform allows a flexible approach to test and measurement on a new technological platform
designed for longevity. The system has been created to allow broadcast engineers to specify
features according to the complexity of the required test and measurement application by simply
adding additional modules and software licenses to their chosen core chassis.
Adding modules is like adding independent new instruments, each module providing a dedicated set
of instruments for the task required.
The Rx Platform is available in a choice of chassis types:
lRx 2000 – a unique audio video monitoring solution combining front panel instrumentation,
using dual TFT LCDscreens, and integrated full range stereo speakers. Unique 2U tapered tilt-
in-bay engineering with four Rx module bays.
lRx 1000 Rasterizer – a compact 1U 19 inch rack-mount chassis with OLED display interface
with four Rx module bays.
lRx 500 Rasterizer – a compact 1U half-rack width chassis with OLED display interface with two
Rx module bays.
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Rx 2000
Description
The Rx 2000 is a 2U rack mounted instrument that provides the following:
lTwo front panel TFT screens, one with a full range of generator, analyzer and system control
menus, and selected analyzer instrument panels such as Waveform monitor, Vectorscope and
Eye Pattern display; and the other to display the selected input image and other instruments,
along with Input, Preset, and System Reference buttons.
lBoth TFT screens can be used to display instruments at the same time.
lRasterized HDMI/SDI outputs to allow up to 16 individual instrument panels (windows) to be dis-
played on a single DVI 1920 x 1080 resolution monitor. Ideal for outside broadcast facilities and
engineering bays where space is at a premium.
lIndividual input selection, for instant confidence and monitoring of feeds, using dedicated
source selection buttons.
lControl through front panel controls, for in-bay use and remotely via a network connection
using a web browser.
lFront panel audio monitoring, provided by high quality speakers and/or a head phone socket,
to allow the monitoring of the selected Audio channel.
lFour Module slots allowing the installation of Analyzer and Generator modules.
Front Panel
The front panel provides access to the Video Confidence Display, the Instrument Display and menu
system.
Rear Panel
The rear panel provides the Rx instrument’s connections via the CPU module and the installed
Analyzer or Generator modules. See the “Modules” section for details of the different module types.
The power for the Rx instrument is provided by a separate PSU unit that connects to the 4-pin male
XLR connector at the left of the instrument.
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Specifications
See the Appendix "Specifications" on pageB-1 for specification details.
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Rx Modules
Overview
The Rx range can be configured with a range of plug-in modules (printed circuit boards with
dedicated hardware for specific functions) that enable functionality in the software and allow various
menus to be selected on the front panel allowing different Instrument panels (windows) to be created
on the Monitor output.
Note: The Monitor Output → System Status menu can be used to inspect which Modules have
been installed in the Rx instrument. See the section "Monitor Output" on page1 for details.
CPU Module
At the heart of every Rx product is the CPU module. Here signals from each installed instrument
module are processed to provide a variety of instrument displays. Unhindered by stacked processing
restraints, the CPU board creates an output display at an industry leading 1920 x 1080 pixels with
perfect scaling through simultaneous HDMI and/or SDI outputs. In practice the Rx acts like a Test and
Measurement multi-viewer providing scaled instruments from any selected video/audio input.
The CPU board also provides AES input, Bi- / Tri-level looping reference, eight channel GPI, LTC input
and stereo analog audio output. Dual USB ports are provided for mouse and keyboard control.
Ethernet provides remote access by way of a web browser and is also the method for updating
firmware and software from the PHABRIX dedicated server.
REF:
Bi- / Tri-level looping reference that allows the Rx instrument to be locked to a studio ref-
erence.
AES IN:
An AES audio input
SDI OUT:
An SD-SDI or HD-SDI signal generator output that provides test signals generated by the
on-board Generator module on the CPU board. This output can also be used to provide an
SDI monitor output tied to the HDMI® monitor output.
HDMI:
A DVI 1920 x 1080 resolution monitor output that allows up to 16 individual instrument pan-
els (or windows) to be displayed. Note that on some HDMI® monitors this output may
appear too sharp causing ringing on the edges of text and menus. This can be resolved by
reducing the monitor’s image sharpness setting.
USB:
Are standard USB 2 connections provided for connection of a keyboard and mouse to con-
trol the HDMI® monitor output.
LAN:
10 / 100-base-T connection allowing the Rx instrument to be connected into a network and
accessed over TCP/IP so that it can be controlled remotely.
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GPIO:
Provides a GPI (general purpose input), LTC control and analog audio connections.
Single Analyzer, Dual Input Module
The PHRXM-A module allows two connected SDI or Optical video signals to be present continuously
and switched for analysis or display by the single analyzer channel as required.
IN1 - LP1:
SD-SDI or HD-SDI signal, high impedance loop through that allows the Rx instrument to
analyze the connected input.
IN2 - LP2:
A second SD-SDI or HD-SDI signal, high impedance loop through that allows the Rx instru-
ment to analyze the connected input.
OPTICAL:
Allows a Video Transceiver (SFP Optical) module to be installed.
Note: Note that for Dual Link analysis the Link 1 signal must be connected to the IN1 BNC
connector and the Link 2 signal must be connected to the IN2 BNC connector on the same
Analyzer module. Likewise if Fiber is being used, Link 1 should connect to OPTICAL A and Link 2
should connect to OPTICAL B.
Single Analyzer, Dual Input, Physical Layer Measurement Module
The PHRXM-AE module allows two connected SDI or Optical video signals to be present
continuously and selected for analysis or display as required.
IN1 - LP1:
Is an SD-SDI or HD-SDI signal, high impedance loop through that allows the Rx instrument
to analyze the connected input. Connector IN1 (red or black nut) provides physical layer
measurements.
IN2 - LP2:
Is a second SD-SDI or HD-SDI signal, high impedance loop through that allows the Rx
instrument to analyze the connected input.
OPTICAL:
Allows a Video Transceiver (SFP Optical) module to be installed.
Note: For Dual Link analysis the Link 1 signal must be connected to IN1 BNC connector and the
Link 2 signal must be connected to IN2 BNC connector on the same Analyzer module. Likewise
if Fiber is being used Link 1 should connect to OPTICAL A and Link 2 should connect to
OPTICAL B .
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Single Analyzer, Single Generator Module
The PHRXM-AG module allows a single connected SDI or Optical video signal to be monitored
continuously and allows the generation of a single SDI or Optical video test signal.
SDI ANA IN:
Is an SD-SDI or HD-SDI signal, high impedance loop through to SDI ANA OUT that allows
the Rx instrument to analyze the input.
SDI GEN OUT:
Are two identical SD-SDI or HD-SDI generator output that provide a test signal generated
by the PHRXM-AG module.
OPTICAL:
Allows a Video Transceiver (SFP Optical) module to be installed.
GEN:
Provides a test signal generated by the PHRXM-AG module.
ANA:
Allows the Rx instrument to analyze the connected input.
AES Digital Audio Input / Output Module
The PHRXM-4AES module allows four AES digital audio pairs to be routed to the Audio Meter and
Loudness instruments. It also allows AES audio to be used by Generator modules and allows
Embedded SDI audio channels to be output as AES audio.
lAES IO_A: An AES digital audio pair input/output.
lAES IO_B: An AES digital audio pair input/output.
lAES IO_C: An AES digital audio pair input/output.
lAES IO_D: An AES digital audio pair input/output.
Single Analyzer, Single Generator, Physical Layer Measurement Module
The PHRXM-AGE module allows a single connected SDI or Optical video signal to be monitored
continuously and allows the generation of a single SDI or Optical video test signal.
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SDI ANA IN:
An SD-SDI or HD-SDI signal, high impedance loop through to SDI ANA OUT that allows
the Rx instrument to analyze the input, and provides physical layer measurements (red nut).
SDI GEN OUT:
Two identical SD-SDI or HD-SDI generator outputs that provide a test signal generated by
the PHRXM-AG module.
OPTICAL:
Allows a Video Transceiver (SFP Optical) module to be installed.
GEN:
Provides a test signal generated by the PHRXM-AG module.
ANA:
Allows the Rx instrument to analyze the connected input.
Dual Output Generator Module
The PHRXM-GDL module allows the generation of a two independent SDI or Optical video test
signals with the same video format, color-space and frame rate for Dual link use.
SDI GEN-A OUT:
Ttwo identical SD-SDI or HD-SDI generator outputs that provide a test signal generated by
the PHRXM-GDL module.
SDI GEN-B OUT:
Two identical SD-SDI or HD-SDI generator outputs that provide a test signal generated by
the PHRXM-GDL module.
OPTICAL:
Allows a Video Transceiver (SFP Optical) module to be installed.
GEN-A:
Provides a test signal generated by the PHRXM-GDL module.
GEN-B:
Provides a test signal generated by the PHRXM-GDL module.
Note: For Dual Link test pattern generation both Output 1 and Output 2 must be enabled on the
Generator. The Link 1 signal is produced on the module’s GEN A output and the Link 2 signal is
produced on the module’s GEN B output. Likewise if a Fiber connection is being used the Link 1
signal is produced on OPTICAL GEN A and the Link 2 signal is produced on OPTICAL GEN B.
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