Panasonic KX-TC1743CB User manual

900MHz Digital Cordless Answering System
Model No. KX-TC1743CB
Pulse-or-tone dialing capability
Operating Instructions
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE.
For assistance, please call 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at
www.panasonic.ca
Charge the battery for about 15 hours before initial use.
Preparation Cordless Telephone Answering System Useful Information
Call Display Compatible
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Before Initial Use
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Thank you for purchasing your new Panasonic cordless
telephone.
Accessories (included)
∑AC Adaptor (p. 13)
one
∑Telephone Line Cord (p. 13)
one
∑Wall Mounting Adaptor (p. 78)
one
∑Belt Clip (p. 19)
one
Call Display and Call Waiting Service, where available, are
telephone company services.
After subscribing to Call Display, this phone will display the caller’s
name and phone number. Visual Call Waiting, which displays a
second caller’s name and phone number while the user is on
another call, requires a subscription to both Call Display and Call
Waiting.
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For Best Performance
3
Battery Charge
A rechargeable Ni-Cd battery powers the
handset. Charge the battery for about
15 hours before initial use (p. 14).
The battery
is beneath
this cover.
Raise the
antenna.
Away from electrical appliances such
as a TV or a personal computer. In a HIGH and CENTRAL location with no obstructions such as walls.
Base Unit Location
Calls are transmitted between the base unit and the handset using
wireless radio waves. For maximum distance and noise-free
operation, the recommended base unit location is:
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Preparation
Location of Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Battery Charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Standby Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Selecting the Display and Voice Guidance Language . . . . . . . . 16
Selecting the Dialing Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Selecting the Line Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Using the Belt Clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Using the Optional Headset. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Programmable Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Setting the Auto Talk Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Selecting the Ringer Volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Selecting the LCD Contrast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Preparing the Answering System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Greeting Message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Programming Summary for the Answering System . . . . . . . . . . 26
Day and Time Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Selecting the Caller’s Recording Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Selecting the Number of Rings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Cordless Telephone
Making Calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
With the Handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
With the Base Unit (Digital Duplex Speakerphone) . . . . . . . . . . 35
Simultaneous Keypad Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Answering Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
With the Handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
With the Base Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Call Display Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Using the Caller List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Viewing the Caller List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Calling Back from the Caller List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Editing the Caller’s Phone Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Storing Caller List Information in the Directory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Erasing Caller List Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Speed Dialer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Storing Phone Numbers in Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Dialing a Stored Number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Contents
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Preparation Cordless Telephone Answering System Useful Information
Using the Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Storing Names and Numbers in the Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Steps for Entering Names and Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Finding Items in the Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Dialing from the Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Editing an Item in the Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Erasing an Item from the Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Transferring a Call Using the Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Special Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Automatic Security Code Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Temporary Tone Dialing
(For Rotary or Pulse Service Users) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
How to Use the PAUSE Button
(For Analogue PBX Line/Long Distance Service Users). . . . . 60
For Call Waiting Service Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Call Waiting Deluxe Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
FLASH Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Answering System
Automatic Answering Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Setting the Unit to Answer Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Listening to Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Slow Talk Message Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
From the Handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Erasing Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Remote Operation from a Touch Tone Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Setting the Remote Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Voice Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Direct Remote Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Remote Operation with the Handset. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Useful Information
Wall Mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Adding Another Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Before Requesting Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover
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Location of Controls
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Base unit
REPEAT SKIP
ANSWER ON
NEW MESSAGE
STOP
ERASE
CALLER ID
GREETING
HOLD/RINGER
SP-PHONE
FLASH/CALL WAIT
REDIAL/PAUSE
AUTO/PROGRAM
VOLUME
LOCATOR
INTERCOM
IN USE/
CHARGE
ABC
DEF
MNO
JKL
GHI
123
456
78
0
9
PQRS
OPER
TUV
WXYZ
MIC
TONE
SLOW TALK
VOLUME (_), (^) Buttons (p. 24, 36)
Antenna (p. 3, 13)
Charge Contacts
(p. 15)
(AUTO/PROGRAM)
Button (p. 47)
(REDIAL/PAUSE)
Button (p. 36, 60)
(FLASH/CALL–WAIT)
Button (p. 60, 64)
(HOLD/RINGER)
Button (p. 22, 36)
(SP-PHONE) Button and Indicator (p. 35, 38)
(LOCATOR/INTERCOM)
Button (p. 57)
IN USE/CHARGE Indicator
(p. 14)
Hook (p. 78)
Display (p. 12)
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Preparation
REPEAT SKIP
ANSWER ON
NEW MESSAGE
STOP
ERASE
CALLER ID
GREETING
HOLD/RINGER
SP-PHONE
FLASH/CALL WAIT
REDIAL/PAUSE
AUTO/PROGRAM
VOLUME
LOCATOR
INTERCOM
IN USE/
CHARGE
ABC
DEF
MNO
JKL
GHI
123
456
78
0
9
PQRS
TUV
WXYZ
MIC
OPER
TONE
SLOW TALK
(REPEAT) Button (p. 67)
(SKIP) Button (p. 67)
(NEW–MESSAGE/SLOW–TALK)
Button (p. 66)
(STOP) Button (p. 24, 67)
(GREETING) Button (p. 24)
(ERASE) Button (p. 25, 69)
(ANSWER–ON) Button and
Indicator (p. 65, 66, 69)
CALLER ID Indicator (p. 38, 39)
(TONE) Button (p. 59)
MIC (Microphone) (p. 24, 35, 57)
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“ Location of Controls
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Handset
EDITCH
OFF
LOUD/
SEARCH
CLEAR
HOLD
INTERCOM
SP-PHONE
1
REPEAT
NEW MSG
SKIP
ALL MSG
2
ABC
3
DEF
5
JKL
6
MNO
4
GHI
8
TUV
0
OPER
9
WXYZ
7
PQRS
TONE
ANS ON
ANS OFF
STOP
CALL WAIT/
PLAYBACK
REDIAL
FLASH
PAUSE/
FUNCTION
(REDIAL/PAUSE/FUNCTION)
Button (p. 20, 26, 32, 60)
Charge Contacts (p. 15)
Headset Jack
(p. 19) Navigator Key
[(‹), (›), EDIT (fl),
CH (fi) (Channel)]
(p. 20, 26, 32, 33, 41, 50, 51)
(OFF) Button
(p. 31, 41)
(Talk) Button
(p. 31, 38)
(Speakerphone)
Button (p. 32, 38)
Display (p. 9)
(HOLD/INTERCOM/CLEAR)
Button (p. 33, 34, 46, 56, 57)
(FLASH/CALL–WAIT/PLAYBACK)
Button (p. 60, 64, 68, 76)
(TONE) Button (p. 59)
Antenna
Microphone (p. 32)
Back side
Speaker
(p. 32)
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Displays “
9
Preparation
Both the handset and the base unit show you instructions and information
on the displays. These display prompts are shown below.
Handset
No items stored The Caller List is empty or there are no stored
items in the directory.
The battery needs to be charged. Place the
handset on the base unit to charge the battery
(p. 14).
The display shows the number of new calls and
the battery strength (p. 14) while the handset is
on the base unit.
The display shows the number of new calls when
(›) or (‹) is pressed while the handset is off the
base unit.
To search from the most recent call, press (›).
To search from the oldest call, press (‹) (p. 41).
To go to the directory list, press EDIT (fl)
(Directory key).
When the ringer volume is set to OFF (p. 22),
“Ringer off” will flash for about 45 seconds
before the unit returns to the standby mode
(p. 15).
Recharge
12 new callers
12 new callers
43 1 =Directory
Ringer off
(continued “ )
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“ Displays
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When a call is received, the display shows the
caller’s name and number after the first ring.
During a conversation, the display shows the
length of the call (e.g. 1 hour, 6 minutes and
35 seconds). The battery strength is also
displayed (p. 14).
The handset has lost communication with the
base unit. Place the handset on the base unit
and try again.
This is a name from the Caller List.
The display shows:
—the caller’s name,
—the caller’s number,
—the time and date of the last call
(e.g. Jan. 12, 11:20 AM), and
—the number of times called (e.g. 3 times).
This is a name from the directory. The stored
name and phone number are displayed.
When trying to store an item or Caller List
information in the directory, the directory memory
is full (p. 45, 50).
Talk
01-06-35
No link to base
Place on cradle
and try again.
Directory full
SMITH,JACK
222-333-4444
11:20A JAN12 a3
Ann
1234567890
ROBINSON,TINA
000-222-3333
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Preparation
Remote
operation
Please lift up
and try again.
Not available
Save error During a programming procedure, the handset
has lost communication with the base unit.
Move closer to the base unit.
An outside call has been put on hold by the
handset in the intercom mode. To release the
hold, press or .
A second call is received during a conversation
(p. 60).
(›), (‹), CH (fi) or EDIT (fl) was pressed while
the handset was on the base unit.
Lift the handset and press the button again.
(›), (‹), CH (fi) or EDIT (fl) was pressed while
the base unit was not in the standby mode.
The handset is operating the answering system
remotely (p. 76).
BROWN,NANCY
000-333-4444
----Waiting----
Intercom hold
00-00-07
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“ Displays
12
Base unit
FULL
The clock needs adjusting (p. 27, 28).
Your greeting message was not recorded
correctly. Record it again (p. 24).
The unit is in the answering system
programming mode.
The speaker volume level is set to “5”.
You can select:
—9 levels (0–8) are available while using the
answering system (p. 24, 66).
—8 levels (1–8) are available while using the
speakerphone (p. 36) and the intercom (p. 58).
12 messages have been recorded.
Memory is full. Erase some, or all, of the
messages (p. 69).
The ringer volume is set to OFF (p. 22).
The recording time is set to “Greeting only”
(p. 29). (The display is blank.)
RINGER OFF
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Settings “
13
Preparation
Connections
Telephone Line Cord
Single-Line
Telephone Jack
(CA11A)
Power Outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
AC Adaptor
Raise the
antenna.
Fasten the AC adaptor cord to
prevent it from being disconnected.
Hook
≥USE ONLY WITH Panasonic AC ADAPTOR KX-TCA1.
≥The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor
to feel warm during use.)
≥To connect a standard telephone on the same line, see page 80.
≥If your unit is connected to a PBX which does not support Call Display services,
you cannot access those services.
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“ Settings
Battery Charge
Place the handset on the base unit and charge for about 15 hours before
initial use.
≥The IN USE/CHARGE indicator
lights.
IN USE/CHARGE Indicator
OR
Battery strength
You can check the battery strength on the display while the handset is on
the base unit, while it is in use (making/answering a call etc.), or after
viewing the Caller List or directory items, programming etc.
The battery strength will remain on the display for a few seconds after
using the handset, then the display will return to the standby mode (see
next page).
The battery strength is as shown in the chart below.
Display prompt Battery strength
Fully charged
Medium
Low
(flashing) Needs to be recharged.
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Preparation
“
Recharge
Recharge the battery when:
—“Recharge” is displayed,
—“ ” flashes on the display, or
—the handset beeps intermittently while it is in
use.
≥If you DO NOT recharge the handset battery for more than 15 minutes, the
display will keep indicating “Recharge” and/or “ ” will continue to flash.
Battery information
After your Panasonic battery is fully charged (p. 14):
≥Battery life may be shortened depending on usage conditions, such as viewing
the Call Display Caller List or directory list, and ambient temperature.
≥Clean the handset and the base unit charge contacts with a soft, dry cloth
once a month. Clean more often if the unit is subject to grease, dust or
high humidity. Otherwise the battery may not charge properly.
≥If the battery is fully charged, you do not have to place the handset on the base
unit until “Recharge” is displayed and/or “ ” flashes. This will maximize
the battery life.
≥The battery cannot be overcharged.
Standby Mode
Handset (While off the base unit)
The handset goes into the standby mode after you finish using the
handset (making/answering a call, viewing the Caller List or directory list
etc.). The display is blank, but the handset can receive calls.
The battery life is conserved in this mode.
Base unit
The base unit goes into the standby mode after you finish using the base
unit (making/answering a call, using the intercom, using the answering
system etc.). Programming is possible only when the base unit is in the
standby mode.
Operation Approx. battery life
While in use (TALK) Up to about 6 hours
Up to about 14 daysWhile not in use (Standby)
Recharge
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“ Settings
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Selecting the Display and Voice Guidance
Language
You can select either ENGLISH or FRENCH as the display and voice
guidance language.
Your phone comes from the factory set to ENGLISH. If you want to select
FRENCH, program as follows:
Make sure the unit is in the standby mode.
To select FRENCH
1Press (REDIAL/PAUSE/FUNCTION).
2Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the arrow points to “Program”.
3Press EDIT (fl).
4Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the arrow points to “Chnge language”.
5Press EDIT (fl).
6Press (›) or (‹) to select “French”.
7Press EDIT (fl) (Save key).
≥A beep sounds.
≥To return to the standby mode, press (OFF).
≥You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing (OFF).
Program
1 Save directory
Ringer volume
LCD contrast
1 Chnge language
Set flash time
Chnge language
:English
43 1 =Save
Changer langue
:Français
Ringer volume
1 Program
Save directory
TAD program
1 LCD contrast
Chnge language
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Preparation
Selecting the Dialing Mode
If you have touch tone service, set to “Tone”. If rotary or pulse service is
used, set to “Pulse”. Your phone comes from the factory set to “Tone”.
Make sure the unit is in the standby mode.
1Press (REDIAL/PAUSE/FUNCTION).
2Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the arrow points to “Program”.
3Press EDIT (fl).
4Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the arrow points to “Set dial mode”.
5Press EDIT (fl).
6Press (›) or (‹) to select “Pulse” or “Tone”.
7Press EDIT (fl) (Save key).
≥A beep sounds.
≥To return to the standby mode, press (OFF).
≥You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing (OFF).
Program
1 Save directory
Ringer volume
Ringer volume
1 Program
Save directory
TAD program
1 LCD contrast
Chnge language
Set line mode
1 Set dial mode
Talk switching
Dial mode
:Tone
43 1 =Save
Dial mode
:Pulse
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Selecting the Line Mode
If the line is connected to a low voltage system such as a PBX, set to “B”.
Your phone comes from the factory set to “A”.
Make sure the unit is in the standby mode.
1Press (REDIAL/PAUSE/FUNCTION).
2Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the arrow points to “Program”.
3Press EDIT (fl).
4Press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the arrow points to “Set line mode”.
5Press EDIT (fl).
6Press (›) or (‹) to select “B” or “A”.
7Press EDIT (fl) (Save key).
≥A beep sounds.
≥To return to the standby mode, press (OFF).
≥You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing (OFF).
Program
1 Save directory
Ringer volume
Ringer volume
1 Program
Save directory
TAD program
1 LCD contrast
Chnge language
Set flash time
1 Set line mode
Set dial mode
Line mode :A
43 1 =Save
Line mode :B
“ Settings
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19
Preparation
Using the Belt Clip
You can hang the handset on your belt or pocket using the belt clip.
To attach the belt clip To remove the belt clip
Using the Optional Headset
Plugging an optional headset into the handset allows a hands-free phone
conversation. Please use only the Panasonic KX-TCA90C headset.
Connecting the optional headset to the handset
Open the headset jack cover, and connect the optional headset to the
headset jack as shown below.
Headset Jack
When the optional headset is connected to the handset, make sure
to use the headset to talk with the caller. If you want to have a
normal cordless phone conversation, disconnect the headset.
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Programmable Functions
20
You can program the following function items using the handset near
the base unit. The display shows the programming instructions. See the
corresponding pages for function details.
Make sure the unit is in the standby mode.
During programming
*To select a desired function item, press (›) or (‹) repeatedly until the
arrow points to the item. Then press EDIT (fl) to go to the next step.
≥If the handset displays “No link to base Place on cradle and try
again.” and an alarm tone sounds, move closer to the base unit and try again.
≥You can exit the programming mode any time by pressing (OFF).
≥If you do not press any buttons for 60 seconds, the unit will return to the standby
mode.
Press (REDIAL/PAUSE/FUNCTION).
<Function menu>*
To store an item in the directory (p. 50).
To select the ringer volume (p. 22).
Press EDIT (fl).
To select the LCD contrast (p. 23).
To select the display and voice guidance
language (p. 16).
To select the flash time (p. 64).
To select the line mode (p. 18).
To select the dial mode (p. 17).
To set the auto talk feature (p. 21).
To set the “C.WTG (Call Waiting) options”
mode (p. 61).
To program answering system functions (p. 26).
1 Save directory
Ringer volume
Program
<Function menu>*
1 LCD contrast
Chnge language
Set flash time
Set line mode
Set dial mode
Talk switching
C.WTG options
TAD program
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