Samsung SV-245B User manual

VIDEO
CASSETTE RECORDER
SV-245B
SV-243B
SV-240B
Instruction Manual
PAL
www.samsungvcr.com
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About this manual
Thank you for purchasing a Samsung Video Cassette Recorder (VCR).
Your Owner’s Instructions contain much valuable information on setting up and
using your VCR. Please take the time to read them as they will help you take full
advantage of your VCR’s features.
The instructions in this manual are for models, SV-245B, SV-243B and SV-240B.
Before you start reading this manual please check your model number.
It is displayed on the rear of the VCR.
Features Chart
- ★(SV-245B): Exceptions only for a certain model, for example SV-245B.
- Gray shaded areas marked with a star indicate instructions that are
only relevant to one model.
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Safety Precautions
CAUTION. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE REAR COVER. NO
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a
moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is
indicated on the pin face of the plug. If it requires
replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating
must be used.
Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover
is detachable. If a replacement fuse cover is required, it
must be of the same colour as the pin face of the plug.
Replacement covers are available from your dealer.
If the fitted plug is not suitable for the power points in your
house or the cable is not long enough to reach a power
point, you should obtain a suitable safety approved
extension lead or consult your dealer for assistance.
However, if there is no alternative to cutting off the plug,
remove the fuse and then safely dispose of the plug. Do
not connect the plug to a mains socket, as there is a risk of
shock hazard from the bared flexible cord.
IMPORTANT
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance
with the following code: -
BLUE = NEUTRAL BROWN = LIVE
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as
follows: -
The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the
terminal marked with the letter N or coloured BLUE or
BLACK. The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to
the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured BROWN
or RED.
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE
EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE
LETTER E OR BY THE EARTH SYMBOL , OR
COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN AND YELLOW.
This symbol is intended to alert you to the
presence of dangerous voltage within the
product.
IMPORTANT NOTE
DANGER
This symbol is intended to alert you to the
presence of important instructions
accompanying the product.
CAUTION
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
Feature Model SV-245B SV-243B SV-240B
VIDEOPLUS+ Recording ●●
Child Door Lock ●●●
IPC (Intelligent Picture Control) ●●●
Timer Programming ●●●
Auto Clock Setting ●●●
PDC (Programme Delivery Control) ●●●
Changing recording speed (SP/LP) ●●●
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Contents (cont.)
◆SEARCHING FOR A SEQUENCE
■Playing a Sequence Frame by Frame........................................................... 31
■Picture Search, Fast Forward/Rewind........................................................... 31
■Searching for a Specific Sequence ............................................................... 32
■Auto Repeat Play........................................................................................... 33
■Interval Repeat Play...................................................................................... 33
◆EASY OPERATION
■VPS/PDC Default .......................................................................................... 34
■VIDEOPLUS+ EXTEND (SV-245B/SV-243B only) ....................................... 35
■Using the Tape Counter ................................................................................ 35
◆ADVANCED RECORDING FEATURES
■Using the Assemble Edit Function................................................................. 36
■Recording from Another VCR or Camcorder................................................. 36
◆OTHER FUNCTIONS AND USEFUL RECOMMENDATIONS
■Auto Power Off.............................................................................................. 37
■Child Door Lock System................................................................................ 37
■ECO Mode-Reducing Standby power consumption...................................... 38
■Technical Specifications................................................................................ 39
◆SOLVING PROBLEMS
■Problems and Solutions................................................................................. 40
■Service Centers List ...................................................................................... 41
☛
➢
NoteImportantHold downPress/push
Symbols
11
1
= Step number
★
Option
Contents
◆FOREWORD
■Safety Instructions......................................................................................... 6
◆VCR OVERVIEWS
■Front View of the VCR................................................................................... 7
■Rear View of the VCR ................................................................................... 7
■Infrared Remote Control (SV-245B).............................................................. 8
■Infrared Remote Control (SV-243B/SV-240B)............................................... 8
■Display Indicators.......................................................................................... 9
■Accessories................................................................................................... 9
◆CONNECTING YOUR VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
■Deciding How to Connect Your VCR............................................................. 10
■Connecting Your VCR to the TV using the Coaxial Cable............................. 11
■Connecting Your VCR to the TV using the SCART Cable ............................ 11
■Connecting Your VCR to the Satellite receiver or Other Equipment............. 12
■Plug & Auto Set Up........................................................................................ 13
■Tuning Your Television for the VCR.............................................................. 14
◆SETTING UPYOUR VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
■Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control...................................................... 15
■Setting the Date and Time............................................................................. 15
■Displaying/Hiding On-Screen Information ..................................................... 16
■Setting the VCR Output Channel................................................................... 16
■Presetting the Stations Automatically............................................................ 17
■Presetting the Stations Manually................................................................... 18
■Clearing a Preset Station............................................................................... 19
■Changing the Preset Station Table................................................................ 20
◆RECORDING TELEVISION BROADCASTS
■Selecting the Cassette Type.......................................................................... 21
■Selecting the Recording Speed..................................................................... 21
■Protecting a Recorded Cassette.................................................................... 22
■Recording a Programme Immediately........................................................... 22
■Recording a Programme with Automatic Stop............................................... 23
■Using the VIDEOPLUS+ Feature (SV-245B/SV-243B Only)......................... 24
■Modifying VIDEOPLUS+ Programming (SV-245B/SV-243B Only)............... 25
■Using the Timer Programming Feature......................................................... 26
■Checking a Preset Recording........................................................................ 27
■Cancelling a Preset Recording...................................................................... 27
◆PLAYING BACK
■Playing a Cassette......................................................................................... 28
■Adjusting Picture Alignment Automatically (SV-243B/SV-240B Only).......... 28
■Adjusting Picture Alignment Manually........................................................... 28
■Intelligent Picture Control .............................................................................. 29
■Intelligent Picture Control (SV-243B/SV-240B Only)..................................... 29
■Selecting the Colour Mode............................................................................ 30
■Selecting the Audio Mute Mode..................................................................... 30
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Front View of the VCR
Rear View of the VCR
The following illustrations represent precautions.
The lightning bolt is a warning sign alerting you to dangerous voltage inside the product.
DO NOT OPEN THE VCR. Refer to service personnel.
HH
5°C
40°C
10% 75%
THIS DEVICE IS NOT FOR USE IN INDUSTRIAL
ENVIRONMENTS
Safety Instructions
Do NOT expose the VCR to
extreme temperature condi-
tions (below 5°C and above
40°C) or to extreme humidity
conditions (less than 10% and
more than 75%).
Do NOT expose the VCR to
direct sunlight. Do NOT expose the VCR to
any liquids.
Do NOT place any objects on
the VCR or remote control. During a storm and/or light- ning, unplug the VCR from the
mains socket and aerial.
If the remote control is not
used for a long period of time,
remove the batteries and store
it in a cool, dry place.
(SV-245B)
(SV-243B/SV-240B)
VIDEO CASSETTE
COMPARTMENT
STOP
BUTTON
RECORD BUTTON
EJECT
BUTTON
PROGRAM SELECTION
BUTTONS
PLAY BUTTON
F.F
BUTTON
EJECT
STANDBY/ON
PROG
REC STOP
PLAY
REW
F.F
STANDBY/ON
BUTTON
REW
BUTTON
VIDEO CASSETTE
COMPARTMENT
PLAY BUTTON
RECORD BUTTON
EJECT
BUTTON
F.F BUTTON
PROGRAMME
SELECTION BUTTONS
REW BUTTON
REC STOP
PROG
EJECT STANDBY/ON
REW F.F
PLAY
STANDBY/ON
BUTTON
STOP BUTTON
TV
AV2 (DEC./EXT.)
AV1 (EURO AV)
R/D
L/G
AUDIO
OUT/SORTIE
AERIAL IN
CONNECTOR
AV1 (EURO AV) IN/OUT
SCART (EURO-21) SOCKET
OUT TO TV
CONNECTOR
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Infrared Remote Control (SV-245B)
Infrared Remote Control (SV-243B/SV-240B)
Display Indicators
Accessories
You have just purchased a SAMSUNG Video Cassette Recorder (VCR).
Together with your VCR, you will find the following accessories in the box.
OK
STANDBY/ONEJECT
SLOW
SHUTTLE
V-LOCK
CLR/RST F.ADV INDEX
A.TRK IPCINPUT
REPEAT
TRKPROG
AUDIO
RECMENU
SPEEDDUBTV/VCRTIMER
DISPLAY
REMOTE CONTROL
OWNER’S
INSTRUCTIONS
COAXIAL CABLE
OK
VCR STANDBY/ON TV STANDBY/ON
SLOW
SHUTTLE
V-LOCK
CLR/RST F.ADV INDEX
TV VCR INPUT
REPEAT
VOL PROG/TRK
AUDIO
REC MENU
SPEED DUB TV/VCR TIMER
DISP./
SELECT
-/--
VCR STANDBY/ON BUTTON
SHUTTLE BUTTON
V-LOCK BUTTON
CLEAR AND RESET BUTTON
TV BUTTON
VCR BUTTON
VOLUME BUTTONS
AUDIO MUTE BUTTON
STOP BUTTON
REWIND/REVERSE PICTURE SEARCH
BUTTON
RECORD BUTTON
MENU SELECTION BUTTON
MENU SELECTION DOWN BUTTON
RECORDING SPEED SELECTION BUTTON
TV STANDBY/ON BUTTON
INDEX BUTTON
FRAME ADVANCE BUTTON
TUNER, AV1 SELECTION /
REPEAT SELECTION BUTTON
PROGRAMME SELECTION /
TRACKING BUTTONS
DISPLAY BUTTON
PLAY/PAUSE/STILL BUTTON
FAST-FORWARD/FORWARD
SEARCH BUTTON
MENU BUTTON
MENU SELECTION UP BUTTON
MENU SELECTION BUTTON
OK BUTTON
TIMER BUTTON
OK
STANDBY/ON EJECT
SLOW
SHUTTLE
V-LOCK
CLR/RST F.ADV INDEX
A.TRK IPC INPUT
REPEAT
TRK PROG
AUDIO
REC MENU
SPEED DUB TV/VCR TIMER
DISPLAY
STANDBY/ON BUTTON
SHUTTLE BUTTON
V-LOCK BUTTON
CLEAR AND RESET BUTTON
AUTO TRACKING BUTTON
IPC BUTTON
TRACKING BUTTONS
AUDIO MUTE BUTTON
STOP BUTTON
REWIND/REVERSE PICTURE
SEARCH BUTTON
RECORD BUTTON
MENU SELECTION BUTTON
MENU SELECTION DOWN BUTTON
RECORDING SPEED SELECTION BUTTON
EJECT BUTTON
INDEX BUTTON
FRAME ADVANCE BUTTON
TUNER, AV1 SELECTION /
REPEAT SELECTION BUTTON
PROGRAMME SELECTION BUTTON
DISPLAY BUTTON
PLAY/PAUSE/STILL BUTTON
FAST-FORWARD/FORWARD
SEARCH BUTTON
MENU BUTTON
MENU SELECTION UP BUTTON
MENU SELECTION BUTTON
OK BUTTON
TIMER BUTTON
1Cassette loaded indicator
2ECO Mode display
3 Multi-function display
4 Timer indicator
5Rec indicator
VCR
5
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To receive television programmes a signal must be received from
one of the following sources:
◆An outdoor aerial
◆An indoor aerial
◆A cable television network
◆A satellite receiver
☛Make sure that both the television and the VCR are
switched off before connecting the cables.
1Remove the aerial or network input cable from the television.
2Connect this cable to the 75Ωcoaxial socket marked on the
rear of your VCR.
3Plug the coaxial cable supplied into the socket on your VCR.
4Plug the other end of the coaxial cable into the connector
previously used for the aerial on the television.
5To obtain better quality pictures and sound on your television, you
can also connect your VCR to the television via the SCART cable
(see section below) if your television is equipped with this type of
connection.
TV
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Connecting Your VCR to the TV using the Coaxial Cable
Connecting Your VCR to the TV using the SCART Cable
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Deciding How to Connect Your VCR
RF coaxial cable
2
You must take into account various factors when connecting audio or video systems:
◆Types of connectors available on your systems
◆Systems connected permanently to the VCR (satellite receiver for example) or temporarily
(camcorder for example)
Your VCR is equipped with the following connectors.
Connector Location Type Direction Recommended Use
AV1(EURO AV) Rear SCART In/Out ◆Television
◆Satellite receiver
◆Other VCR
OUT TO TV Rear 75 ΩOut ◆Television
coaxial
IN FROM ANT. Rear 75 ΩIn ◆Aerial
coaxial ◆Cable television network
◆Satellite receiver
☛Whenever you connect an audio or video system to your VCR, ensure that all elements are
switched off.
Refer to the documentation supplied with your equipment for detailed connection instructions
and associated safety precautions.
TV
AV1 (EURO AV)
You can connect your VCR to the television using the SCART cable if the appropriate input is available on
the television. You thus:
◆Obtain better quality sound and pictures
◆Simplify the setting up procedure of your VCR
☛◆Regardless of the type of connection chosen, you must always connect the coaxial cable
supplied. Otherwise, no picture will be visible on the screen when the VCR is switched off.
◆Make sure that both the television and the VCR are switched off before connecting the cables.
1Connect the coaxial cable as indicated in the above section.
2Connect one end of the SCART cable to the AV1(EURO AV) socket on the rear of the VCR.
3Plug the other end into the appropriate connector on the television.
TV
AV2 (DEC./EXT.)
AV1 (EURO AV)
R/D
L/G
AUDIO
OUT/SORTIE
4
2
TV
TV
AV2 (DEC./EXT.)
AV1 (EURO AV)
R/D
L/G
AUDIO
OUT/SORTIE
3
TV
AV2 (DEC./EXT.)
AV1 (EURO AV)
R/D
L/G
AUDIO
OUT/SORTIE
SCART Cable
TV
Aerial
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Plug & Auto Set Up
Your VCR will automatically set itself up when it is plugged into the
mains for the first time. TV stations will be stored in memory. The
process takes a few minutes. Your VCR will then be ready for use.
1Connect the coaxial cable as indicated on page 11.
(Connecting Your VCR to the TV Using the Coaxial Cable)
2Plug the VCR into the mains. It will automatically tune itself in and
store TV stations in the memory.
3The process will finish after a few minutes. Then the VCR
automatically switches itself off.
➢Now, you only have to switch the VCR on and it is ready
for use.
☛Function for “Plug & Auto Set Up” is fixed already.
So if you want to change this fixed one, you can change
it by Presetting the Stations Automatically in OSD “ Auto
Set Up” menu. (see page 17)
Connecting Your VCR to a Satellite Receiver or Other Equipment
You can connect your VCR to a Satellite receiver or other VCR using the SCART cable if the appropriate
outputs are available on the equipment chosen. The following illustrations give a few examples of the
connection possibilities.
1. AV1(EURO AV): By means of 21-pin Scart Cable
Plug the SCART Cable with satellite receiver or other equipment into the AV1(EURO AV) socket on the rear of the
VCR.
After making this connection, select the source by pressing the INPUT button for the AV1 input sources.
2. By means of RF Coaxial Cable
After making this connection, you must preset the station received through the satellite tuner.
RF output channel of the satellite receiver should be adjusted away from channel 60, which is used by the VCR,
e.g. re-adjust to channel 65.
Satellite Receiver or other Equipment
Aerial
Aerial Connector
2
TV
AV2 (DEC./EXT.)
AV1 (EURO AV)
R/D
L/G
AUDIO
OUT/SORTIE
SCART Cable
TV
1
TV
TV
AV2 (DEC./EXT.)
AV1 (EURO AV)
R/D
L/G
AUDIO
OUT/SORTIE
2
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Tuning Your Television for the VCR
You must tune your television for the VCR only if you are not using
a Scart cable
➢To view pictures from your VCR when a Scart cable is
used, the television must be set to the audio/video mode
(AV).
1Switch on the television.
2Switch on the VCR by pressing STANDBY/ON on the front of the
VCR or VCR STANDBY/ON (STANDBY/ON) on the remote
control.
3Select a programme position on the television to be reserved for
use with your VCR.
4Insert the video cassette in the VCR. Check that the VCR starts
reading the cassette; if not, press
❿
II
button.
5Start a scan on your television or set the television to UHF
channel 60.
6Fine tune the television until the pictures and sound are obtained
clearly.
7If you cannot find the pictures and sound, or there is interference
from nearby channels, it may be necessary to change the setting
of the VCR output channel (see Setting the VCR Output Channel
on page 16 and Problems and Solutions on page 40).
8When the picture and sound are perfectly clear, store this channel
at the desired programme position on the television.
Result: That programme is now reserved for use with your VCR.
OK
REC MENU
STANDBY/ON
S
L
SH
U
V
-
L
2
VCR STANDBY/ON
S
2
4
★(SV-245B) ★(SV-243B/SV-240B)
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Setting the Date and Time
You must insert or replace the batteries in the remote control when
you:
◆Purchase the video cassette recorder
◆Find that the remote control is no longer working
correctly
1Push the tab in the direction of the arrow to release the battery
compartment cover on the rear of the remote control.
2Insert two AA, R6 or equivalent batteries, taking care to respect
the polarities:
◆+ on the battery with + on the remote control
◆– on the battery with – on the remote control
3Replace the cover by aligning it with the base of the remote
control and pushing it back into place.
➢Do not mix different battery types (manganese and
alkaline for example).
Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control
1
Your VCR contains a 24-hour clock and calendar used to:
◆Automatically stop programme recording
◆Preset your VCR to record a programme automatically
You must set the date and time when:
◆You purchase the video cassette recorder
☛◆The time and date are set automatically from the
broadcast signal. If the signal is weak or ghosting
occurs, the time and date may not be set automati-
cally. In this case, they should be set manually.
◆Do not forget to reset the time when you change
clocks from winter to summer time and vice versa.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding " , ❷ or ➛ , ❿ buttons to select the
CLOCK SET option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result: The CLOCK SET menu is displayed.
4Press ➛ or ❿ to select the hour, minutes, day, month and year.
Result: The option selected flashes.
5Press the " or ❷ buttons to increase or decrease the value.
Result: The day of the week is displayed automatically.
➢You can hold the " or ❷ buttons down to scroll more
quickly through the values.
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
OK
REC MENU
SPEED DUB TV/VCR TIMER
2
2
2
1
3
2
CLOCK SET
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
CLOCK
CLOCK
MON
AUTO CLOCK : ON
12:00 1/JAN/2001
➛❿!!!!!!!!!!! "❷ END:MENU
"❷!! ➛❿!! OK END:MENU
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Presetting the Stations Automatically
Displaying/Hiding On-Screen Information
Your VCR displays most information both on the VCR and the
television.
You can choose to display or hide this information on the television
screen (except for the Index, Programming MENU and
VIDEOPLUS+ functions ★(SV-245B/SV-243B only)), which cannot
be hidden).
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding " , ❷ or ➛ , ❿ buttons to select the
USER SET option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result: The USER SET menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding " or ❷ buttons, until the OSD option is
selected.
5To... Press ➛ or ❿ , until...
Display on-screen information ON is displayed.
Hide on-screen information OFF is displayed.
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
Your VCR output channel may need to be changed if the pictures
suffer from interference or if your TV cannot find the pictures.
Also, you can change the VCR output channel to adjust the
frequency in which information is displayed on the screen.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding " , ❷ or ➛ , ❿ buttons to select the
INSTALLATION option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result: The INSTALLATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding " or ❷ buttons, until the VCR OUTPUT
CH option is selected.
5Select the required output channel (CH21~CH69) by pressing the
➛ or ❿ buttons.
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
Then tune your television again (see page 14).
Setting the VCR Output Channel
☛ You do not need to preset the stations if you have already
set them automatically (see Plug & Auto Set Up on page 13).
Your VCR contains a built-in tuner used to receive television
broadcasts.
You must preset the stations received through the tuner. This can
be done:
◆Plug & Auto Set up (see page 13)
◆Automatically
◆Manually (see page 18)
You can store up to 80 stations.
1Press the MENU button on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding " , ❷ or ➛ , ❿ buttons to select the
INSTALLATION option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result: The INSTALLATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding " or ❷ buttons, until the AUTO SET
UP option is selected.
And then press the
❿!! button to select this option.
Result: A message appears, indicating that any channels
already preset on your VCR will be deleted.
5Press OK to start the auto scanning.
Result:◆The PLEASE WAIT indication flashes on the
television screen.
◆The first frequency band is scanned and the first
station found is displayed and stored.
◆The VCR then searches for the second station and
so on.
◆When the automatic scanning procedure has
finished, the VCR switches automatically to pro-
gramme 1.
➢The number of stations automatically stored by the VCR
depends on the number of stations that it has found.
6If you wish to cancel the auto scanning before the end, press the
MENU button three times to exit the menu.
➢◆The time and date are set automatically from the
broadcast signal. If the signal is weak or ghosting
occurs, the time and date may not be set automati-
cally. In this case, they should be set manually (see
page 15).
◆Once the auto scanning procedure has finished, some
stations may have been stored more than once; select
the stations with the best reception and delete the
ones no longer required (see page 19).
PTIONS
USER SET
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
"❷!! ➛❿!! OK END:MENU
OPTIONS
OSD :ON
TAPE SELECT :E180
COLOUR SYSTEM :AUTO
ECO. MODE :OFF
IPC :ON
"❷
❿
END:MENU
INSTALLATION
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
INSTALL
"❷!! ➛❿!! OK END:MENU
INSTALL
AUTO SET UP
MANUAL SET UP
VCR OUTPUT CH :CH60
"❷ ❿ END:MENU
AUTO SET UP
PLEASE WAIT
2%
I--------------------I
END:MENU
YOUR DATA WILL BE LOST
PRESS OK TO CONTINUE
MENU TO EXIT
INSTALLATION
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
INSTALL
"❷!! ➛❿!! OK END:MENU
INSTALL
AUTO SET UP
MANUAL SET UP
VCR OUTPUT CH :CH60
"❷ ❿ END:MENU
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