Antennacraft HDMS9100T User Manual

®
MINI-STATE® Antenna System
Model HDMS 9100
WARNING: INSTALLATION OF
THIS PRODUCT NEAR POWERLINES
IS DANGEROUS. FOR YOUR SAFETY,
FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION
DIRECTIONS.
Model HDMS 9100/RV includes two
RV/Boat mounting brackets.
• RV
• BOAT
• HOME
with RF remote and
Optional UAM9000 Offset J-Mount
Programmable, Direction Memory
Covered under one or more of the following U.S. Patents:
227,785; 3,721,990; 3,761,333; 3,909,691
© 2007 ANTENNACRAFT
IMPORTANT—This model is not compatible with Mini-State 5MS series motor drives.
Your Antennacraft HDView360® Mini-State® is perfect for receiving off-air reception. You can store channel positions with the Radio Frequency remote control, then later recall one of the channel memories. Your antenna will automatically go to the direction you programmed for your best reception.
The directional, rotating Antenna provides excellent reception of HDTV/VHF/UHF TV channels in most viewing locations. The UV protective housing is made of impact-resistant lled co-polymer, making the exterior resistant to weathering. It features both AC and DC operation and is excellent for use on recreational vehicles, boats, or in the home.
Before Installation Note: to CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER—Article 820-40 of the NEC specied that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building “as close to the point of cable entry as practical”.
Note: Do not plug your Mini-State power supply into an AC outlet or DC power source until all electrical and antenna connections have been made. Doing so may short out the power supply/transformer and void your warranty.
The VHF section is a circular shaped, slot tuned, broadband, unidirectional traveling wave antenna. The UHF section is a broadband, multi-element array. Both UHF and VHF signals are amplied with a built-in split-band amplier that provides up to 20 dB gain.
The HDView360 Mini-State Antenna System is designed for long life and requires no routine maintenance. Should the unit ever quit working, refer to the troubleshooting tips to help determine possible causes. Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICING. REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION:
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specied may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sig­nicant magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (ser­vicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS—All the safety and operating instruc­tions should be read before the appliance is operated.
2.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS—The safety and operating instruc­tions should be retained for future reference.
3.
HEED WARNING—All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS—All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5.
WATER AND MOISTURE—The appliance should not be used near water, for example—near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, swimming pool, or in a wet basement.
6.
VENTILATION—The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation open­ings; or, placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase of cabinet that may impede the ow of air through the ventilation openings.
7.
HEAT—The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other ap­pliances that produce heat.
8.
POWER SOURCES—This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company.
9.
GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION—This product is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will t into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug full into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to t, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
10.
POWER-CORD PROTECTION—Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular atten­tion to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point at which they exit from the appliance.
11.
CLEANING—Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
12.
ATTACHMENTS—Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
13.
ACCESSORIES—Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. By mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recom­mended by the manufacturer.
14.
POWER LINES—An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. /when installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
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15. LIGHTNING—For added protection for this product during lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
16.
OBJECTS AND LIQUID ENTRY—Never push objects or any kind into this product through openings are they may touch dangerous voltage points or shortout parts that could result in a re or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
17.
CARTS OR STANDS—If the appliance is used with a cart or stand, the cart or stand should be a type recommended by the manufacturer.
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.
18. MOUNTING—The appliance should be mounted only as recom­mended by the manufacturer.
19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE—The appliance should be serviced by qualied service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or plug has been damaged;
B. Objects have fallen onto, or liquid has been spilled into the ap
pliance enclosure;
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain.
D. The appliance has been dropped; or the enclosure damaged.
E. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits
a marked change in performance.
F. The product does not operate normally by following the operating
inscriptions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualied technician to restore the product to its normal opera­tion.
20. SERVICING—Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
21. OVERLOADING—Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of re or electric shock.
22. REPLACEMENT PARTS—When replacement parts are re­quired, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specied by the manufacturer or have the same charac­teristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in re, electric chock or other hazards.
23. SAFETY CHECK—Upon completion of any service or repairs to this appliance, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the appliance is in proper operating condition.
24. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING—If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the appliance, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surged and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See the example at the top of page 3.
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EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING ACCORDING TO
a
Use No. 10 AWG (5.3 mm2) copper, No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm2) aluminum, No. 17
AWG (1.0 mm2) copperclad steel or bronze wire, or larger, as a ground wire.
b
Secure antenna lead-in and ground wires to house with stand-off insula-
tors spaced from 4-6 feet (1.22-1.83 m) apart.
c
Mount antenna discharge unit as close as possible to where lead-in
enters house.
d
Use jumper wire not smaller than No. 6 AWG (13.3 mm2) copper, or the equivalent, when a separate antenna-grounding electrode is used. See NEC Section 810-21 (j).
a
Use No. 10 AWG (5.3 mm2) copper, No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm2) aluminum, No. 17
A
WG (1.0 mm2) copperclad steel or bronze wire, or larger, as a ground wire.
b
Secure antenna lead-in and ground wires to house with stand-off insula-
tors spaced from 4-6 feet (1.22-1.83 m) apart.
c
Mount antenna discharge unit as close as possible to where lead-in
enters house.
d
Any grounding electrode added for communications systems is required to be bonded with a No. 6 AWG (13.3 mm2) or larger conductor to the building or structure grounding electrode system in accordance with NEC
800.40(D), 810.21(J), 820.40(D) and 830.40(D).
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED
IN ARTICLE 810-”RADIO AND TELEVISION EQUIPMENT”
Included in the HDView360 Mini-State Antenna
• HDTV/VHF/UHF antenna with amplier and internal rotator
• RF remote and receiver
• 12VDC adapter with fused powercord
• 60' combination coaxial/3-wire rotator cable
• Stainless steel mounting hardware kit
• 12VDC power adapter
Installation of your Antenna
Connecting Cable to the Antenna
1. Loosen the two screws on the terminal board cover on the
bottom of the antenna. This will expose a threaded coaxial receptacle and three special screw-type terminals.
2.
Screw the supplied coaxial cable’s lead-in connector onto the threaded terminal. Caution: Be sure the center conductor of the cable is in the hole of the F-connector before tightening.
3. Your antenna may have either Yellow/Black/White wires
or Red/Black/Blue rotator wires.
Note: Only loosen clamping terminals up to two turns, as
backing them out further can cause the screws to become unattached from their internal mounts.
Terminal Board Cover Screws
Terminal Board Cover
Coaxial Cable
3-Wire Rotator Cable
1
1 Yellow or Red Wire
3
2
2
Black Wire
Loosened Terminal Screw
Tightened Terminal Screw
Threaded Coax Receptacle
3 White or Blue Wire
Specications:
Bandpass VHF ................................... 54-88, 174-216 MHz
Bandpass UHF ...............................................470-806 MHz
FM trap (xed) ........................... 88-108 MHz, 20 dB typical
VHF/UHF Gain ...................................................up to 20dB
Impedance ....................................... 75 Ohms, Unbalanced
Power Requirement ...................... 12VDC, 120 VAC, 60 Hz
Weatherproof housing ............. UV-protected, lled copolymer
Mounting .................................. 1½ inch (maximum) round mast
Specications are typical: Individual units may vary. Specications are subject to change and improvement without notice.
Fasten the Yellow or Red rotator control wire to terminal
1, the Black wire to terminal 2, and the White or Blue wire to terminal 3. Insert the wire between the upper and lower clamps of the terminal body. Tighten the screw as shown.
4. Replace the terminal cover so that the coaxial cable comes out through the notch. Tighten the terminal cover screws. This will clamp the rotator cable in place.
Attaching the Mounting Bracket
1. Attach the antenna mounting bracket to the four slotted metal inserts on the bottom of the antenna using the four screws and lockwashers provided. (Do not unscrew recessed
metal inserts. They hold the internal motor in place.)
2. Insert the U-bolt into the mounting bracket using the two washers and hex nuts. Do not tighten.
Screws and Lockwashers
Washers and Hex Nuts
U-Bolt
Metal Inserts
Mounting Bracket
3
Coaxial Cable
to TV
Cable to Antenna
TV
ANT
Terminals 1–Yellow or Red 2–Black 3–White or Blue
3-Wire Rotator Cable
TV
1
2
3
DC 1 2V
ANTENNA CONTROL
for 12 VDC powerlead or AC to DC adapter
Install button-cell battery (included)
Back of Remote Control
DIRECTION
Remote Control
Mounting the Antenna
Note: Mount the antenna before you make any receiver
connections and plug it into its power source.
IndoorsYou can install the antenna on a vertical mast in
the attic, closet or other out-of-the-way location, or suspended from an attic support with a wall-mount bracket. You can also insert the three antenna legs into the matching holes on the underside of the antenna so that they angle outward to form a tripod support. Then place the antenna on a shelf in a closet where it cannot fall or become damaged.
Outdoors—Install the antenna outdoors away from trees or
obstructions. (Higher frequencies are affected by obstructions.) Mount the antenna on a mast and secure it by tightening the hex nuts evenly onto the U-bolt. You can also use our off-set J-Mount model UAM9000 (optional). Use a wall-thru tube to neatly route the cable thru walls.
Make sure the installation of the antenna conforms to local electrical and building codes, zoning requirements and other
Boat or RV—It is recommended that several locations be
tried to nd the one that provides optimum performance before you permanently install the antenna.
Mount the antenna as high as practical and as far away from metal objects as possible. If the interior areas of the vehicle or boat are substantially enclosed or surrounded by metal surfaces, an exterior mounting location must be selected.
For RVs with metal roofs, the antenna should be mounted at least six inches above the roof surface. For boats, best recep­tion will be obtained if the antenna is mounted above the boat’s highest deck or cabin structure. RV/boat mount kits are available to do these installations.
HDMS9100 Receiver Cable Connections
Note: Connect all wires and coax before plugging in the receiver, so that the system can detect the antenna’s position and rotate it accurately.
The coaxial cable provides feedback from your antenna. If it has not been connected, your receiver may be per­manently damaged!
1. Attach the coaxial cable’s downlead connector to the “ANT”
threaded coaxial terminal on the RF receiver unit, centering the inner conductor in the hole before tightening the nut.
2.
Connect the wires as follows, and tighten the connections.
• Yellow or Red wire to Terminal 1
• Black wire to Terminal 2
• White or Blue wire to Terminal 3
3. Connect the receiver’s coaxial cable’s output to your TV’s
coaxial cable input.
Adjusting Your Antenna
A double-arrowhead is molded into the outer rim of the antenna’s housing to indicate the antenna’s rotation. When mounting the antenna in a residential or xed location, fac­ing the double arrowhead toward the most often used TV station will reduce the amount of rotation needed for best reception.
For non-xed locations, such as RVs or boats, the antenna may be installed with the double arrowheads facing in any direction. Optimum TV reception may be obtained from any location by orienting the antenna with its built-in rotator.
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Installing the Battery
Your remote control is powered with a button-cell battery (in­cluded). To install the battery:
1. Press and push open the
battery compartment cover.
2. Ins ert the CR2 032 bat -
tery (included) with positive polarity (+) facing up, into thecompartment and then replace the cover.
Notes: Keep the button-cell battery away from small children.
If swallowed promply see a doctor.
Do not open the battery or dispose of it in a re, do not
recharge, do nor insert it upside down. It may explode or leak, causing injury.
Use only fresh batteries of the same size and kind that are
included with the antenna.
If you do not plan to use your remote control for a week or
more, remove the battery. It can leak chemicals that can cause damage to the electronic parts.
Connecting to an AC or DC Power Source
Note: Do not plug your antenna’s power supply into an AC
outlet or DC power source until all receiver and an­tenna connections have been made. Doing so may short out the receiver’s transformer and void your warranty.
AC POWER—Plug the 12 VDC adapter into the DC jack on
the HDMS9000IR receiver. Plug the HDMS9000 AC adapter into a 120-volt AC outlet near the TV.
DC POWER—Plug the 12 VDC adapter into the DC jack on
the HDMS9000IR receiver. Attach the red wire to the positive terminal and the black wire to the negative terminal of the DC source used. (The DC power cord’s spade terminal ends can be removed if your installa­tion requires another type of connector.)
Note:
The DC power cord contains an inline protective fuse. For continuous protection against re hazard, replace fuse only with the same type 0.75 ampere/250 volt rating.
Finding and Storing Your TV Channels
Note: Make sure you have your antenna’s nal mounting
position before you plug in the receiver. If you relocate your antenna’s outdoor or indoor position, make sure you unnplug the receiver before you disconnect any wires or coax.
1. After plugging in the AC adapter or DC power souce, the receiver will turn on. It will display “CA” and start a calibration process.
2. The LCD backlight will also turn on for 1 minute. If the receiver is idle for over 1 minute, the backlight will turn off.
3. When the receiver receives signal from the remote control, the indication LED light beside the LCD panel will ash.
Note: This calibration process should be nished in less
than 2 seconds. During this process the antenna is internally rotated and its existing position is noted. Afterwards, it will stop at the last position shown on the LCD of the receiver.
If the LCD keeps showing the “CA”, it means the cali-
bration process cannot be completed successfully. If this happens, check the wire connections and see if there is anything obstructing the antenna rotation.
4. The antenna’s direction can be changed step by step by usin g the “UP” or “DOW N” ar row buttons on the receiver ’s front panel or the left or right arrow butto ns on the remote contr ol.
5. To continuously change the antenna direction, hold down on the “UP” or “DOWN” arrow buttons on the receiver or remote control.
6. To save the antenna direction for a channel, enter the channel number with the remote control. Then, press and hold the “STORE” button on the remote control until the CH indicator on the receiver LCD ashes.
Use the left or right arrows on the remote to select the
optimized antenna direction. Finally, press “STORE” again to save the setting.
8. To recall a stored channel and direction, enter the channel number directly by using the number button on the remote control. The antenna will then turn to the direction that corresponds to the channel number you entered on the remote control.
Changing the Transmitter/Receiver ID Code
Receiver ID code.
There may be cases that the receiver is triggered by another transmitter in your neighborhood, or if you have the antenna installed on your RV, and you’re where there are other RVs with the same antenna.
If you nd the receiver is receiving and reacting to some commands which have not been sent from your remote control, try to change the Transmitter/Receiver ID code pair following the below procedures:
1. Unplug the power cord from the receiver.
2. Hold down the ‘UP’ and ‘DOWN’ keys together and power up the receiver until the LCD shows “Id” . The receiver is now in the ID programming mode.
3. With the remote control near to the receiver, hold down its ‘9’ and ‘0’ keys until the ‘Id’ on the receiver LCD disappears.
4.
Press ‘1’, ‘2’, ‘3’ to select code 1, 2 or 3 respectively within 2½ seconds after the receiver LCD is emptied.
5. The receiver should now show “x “, where “x” repre­sents the Code number that you’ve set.
6.
Press the ‘STORE’ key on the remote control within 2½ seconds after pressing ‘1’, ‘2’ or ‘3’ for code selection.
7. The receiver should now show “Id x”.
8. The new ID code pair is stored. Unplug the receiver and then plug it in again and for the new ID to be in effect.
Note: You can use one of 3 identifying code numbers. The default ID code used is 1.
1. After the ‘9’ and ‘0’ buttons on the remote control, are
released, then choose and press either the ‘1’, ‘2’ or ‘3’ keys within 2½ seconds. If button is pushed, it will exit the ID programming mode. This is to avoid any accidental button pushed on the remote control. If this happens, start at Step 1 again.
2. After code number ‘1’, ‘2’ or ‘3’ is selected, users should
push the ‘STORE’ button on the remote control within
2.5 seconds. If no other button than ‘STORE’, ‘1’, ‘2’ or ‘3’ is pushed, it will exit the ID programming mode. This is to avoid any accidental button pushed on the remote control. If this happens, start at Step 1 again.
3. If the receiver is unplugged before it has been stored
(Step 8 above) the new ID code will not be saved.
Trouble Shooting
The below provides information for problem diagnosis in case the antenna control system is not working properly. The re­ceiver may sometimes display messages when its operation is interrupted.
Observation Possible Problem Actions
No Display on LCD No power connected.
The receiver is in ID programming mode and no appropriate command is received from the remote.
LCD freezes with ‘CA’ upon power up
LCD displays ‘Er’ The position feedback wire (black) is not connected.
LCD displays ‘Er’ and ‘CA’ during idle
LCD freezes during ID programming
Receiver has no response to the remote control
After changing the antenna position, it returns to the original number
The motor control wires (red, blue) are not connected. The antenna rotation is obstructed.
The coaxial cable is not connected. The 3 control wires (red, black, blue) are reversed.
Intermittent connection of the position feedback wire (black).
The receiver is in ID programming mode and no appropriate command is received from the remote.
The remote control is out of battery. The ID code is mismatched.
The motor control wires (red, blue) are loosened. The antenna rotation is obstructed.
Connect the power. Power reset the receiver and repeat the ID pair up.
Connect the wires*. Clear the obstacles.
Connect the wire*. Connect the cable*. Correct the wire connection*.
Fix the wire connection*.
Power reset the receiver and repeat the ID pair up.
Change the battery. Pair up the ID code.
Fix the wires*. Clear the obstacles.
* The receiver should be power reset after xing the wire connection.
The FCC Wants You to Know
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2)
this device must accept any interference received, in-
cluding interference that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING: Changes or modications to this unit not ex­pressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursu­ant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer­ence in a residential installation. This equipment gener­ates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer­ence by one or more of the following measures:
□ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
□ Increase the separation between the equipment and
□ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differ-
□ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni-
receiver.
ent from that to which the receiver is needed.
cian for help.
Available Parts:
5MS9000 Hand Control, 5MS9000 Power Supply,
5MS9000IRK Infrared Conversion Kit,
5MS9000 RV/Boat Mounts
30' Coaxial Cable, 60' Coaxial Cable,
RV/Boat Mounts (1 pair)
Do not service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
We warrant that if anything goes wrong with your ANTENNACRAFT HDView360 Mini-State Antenna within 90 days of purchase, and it is a manu­facturing defect, we will repair the unit or replace it at no cost. This warranty excludes all costs arising from installation, removal, reinstallation or setup, transportation to and from the dealer, and damage due to lightning, misuse or neglect. In addition, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages are not covered. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. To obtain warranty service, please do the following:
1. Take the unit to the dealer from which it was purchased or any ANTENNACRAFT Mini-State dealer.
2. Present your bill of sale or other evidence of the date on which the unit was rst purchased.
IT IS NECESSARY THAT YOU RETAIN YOUR BILL OF SALE OR PROOF OF PURCHASE IN ORDER TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE.
OUT-OF-WARRANTY SERVICE
In the event your ANTENNACRAFT Mini-State 5MS9000 should fail after the 90 day limited warranty period, the ANTENNACRAFT Service Center will either repair the non-functioning unit at a cost to be determined by the Service Center and approved by you before the actual repair process is started, or replace it with a remanufactured unit if available. The unit will be returned to you C.O.D.
When returning for repair:
1. Call 319-758-8050 for a Return Authorization Number
2. Package the unit properly to prevent damage
3. Ship prepaid to: ANTENNACRAFT, 1719 West Mount Pleasant Street West Burlington, IA 52655
Please enclose your name, home phone number, daytime phone number, email ad­dress, return ship address, proof of purchase and a description of the problem. You may be contacted by phone for more information about the antenna’s malfunction. If the antenna is found not to be defective, there will be a fee of $20 for servicing plus shipping costs.
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