DICE Electronics DICE interface for iPod Scion User Manual

DICE interface for iPod

for selected Toyota/Lexus/Scion vehicles

Installation Guide/User Manual

Copyrights and Trademarks

Copyright 2008 DICE Electronics, LLC.

The DICE Electronics logo is a trademark of DICE Electronics, LLC.

iPod is a trademark of Apple, Inc.

All rights reserved.

Printed in the U.S.A

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Table of contents

Copyrights and trademarks 2
Icon legends 3
Warranty and safety 4
Product registration 5
Supported iPod models 6
iPod hierarchy 7
Charging 7
Integration kit contents 8
Identify your car 9
DIP switches 10
DIP switch settings 11
Installation 13

iPod audio source 17

Controls in CDC/MD emulation 17
Controls in MP3 emulation 19
Text display fields in CDC/MD/MP3 emulation 20
Browsing function in CDC/MD/MP3 emulation 21
Controls in SAT emulation 22
Text display fields in SAT emulation 24
Browsing function in SAT emulation 25
Scrolling feature 26

Auxiliary audio source 27

Troubleshooting 29
Disclaimer 31

Icon legends

Turn jog dial

Turn jog dial repeatedly

Press button

Press button repeatedly

Press and hold button

Scroll

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Warning and safety!

Please read these instructions carefully before proceeding. Failure to follow instructions may result in improper operation
or injury. Neither DICE Electronics, LLC. nor Apple Inc., its regional offices, distributors or resellers take any responsibility for
any damage or injury as a result of using the integration kit.

- Do not open, disassemble or alter the interface in any way.

- Do not insert anything into the casing.

- Do not cut or try to alter cables in any way and always use the correct connections.

- Only operate unit when stationary or ask passengers to operate it for you.

- Do not allow the Apple iPod to distract you from driving.

- Exercise good judgement and keep your eyes on the road at all times.

- Do not expose unit to extreme temperatures, humidity or shock.

- Keep the unit and iPod away from fluids.

- Keep away from children! - Interface components may contain small parts, can be broken or disassembled and
components may become loose from vibration and heat. Small components and packaging materials may be a chocking
hazard when handled by children.

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Congratulations on your purchase

Thank you for purchasing the DICE integration kit for iPod. Please review our user manual and installation guide before
operating the unit. This interface was designed and manufactured to seamlessly integrate with yourr vehicle's factory
entertainment system.

Product registration

In order to validate your warranty period and to receive telephone or online support, you MUST register your DICE
product.

To register your DICE product, please complete the following steps:

1. Visit http://www.diceelectronics.com/register

2. Complete the product registration form.

3. Submit the form.

4. Save the registration/support/warranty sheet in a safe place for future reference.

If you are unable to complete the registration via internet, please call DICE Electronics at 1-888-342-3999.

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Supported iPod models and firmware version requirements

FW:3.1.1

iPod

4th generation
20GB 40GB

FW:1.2.1

iPod

4th generation color display
20GB 30GB 40GB 60GB

FW:1.0.3

iPod classic

80GB 160GB

FW:1.2.1

iPod

5th generation (video)

30GB 60GB 80GB

FW:1.3.1

iPod nano

1st generation
1GB 2GB 4GB

For the latest firmware versions and models not listed, please contact your authorized dealer or DICE Electronics, LLC.

FW:1.4.1

iPod mini

4GB 6GB

FW:1.1.3

iPod nano

2nd generation (aluminum)
2GB 4GB 8GB

FW:1.0.3

FW:1.1.1

iPod nano

3th generation (video)

4GB 8GB

iPod touch

8GB 16GB 32GB

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iPod hierarchy

By default, the interface creates a Playlist having a name that is the same as the name
of the iPod. This Playlist is the very first on the list of Playlists shown while browsing in
Playlist mode. This Playlist contains all the songs on the iPod. Once a Playlist is active
an Artist may be selected within that Playlist using the Artist Mode. Albums by the
selected Artist and within the selected Playlist may be selected in Album Mode. "ALL
ARTIST" and "ALL ALBUM" designate all available content in those categories.

Charging

The interface automatically charges the battery of the iPod when
connected and the key is in the ACC/ON position.

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Charging icon will appear
on the upper right corner
of the iPod screen to
indicate charging.

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Integration kit contents

1 Vehicle specific interface unit
1 Vehicle specific harness (R2)
1 iPod docking cable
1 User manual

DICE interface for iPod

for selected Toyota/Lexus/Scion vehicles

Installation Guide/User Manual

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Identify your audio system

Select the emulation that best suits your vehicle. The following chart identifies the recommended emulation for the listed
radios. Note that your vehicle may support more than one type of emulation.

Radios External CDC Factory SAT CDC

98-02 Tape/in-dash CD

98-02 Tape/in-dash CD

03-06 Tape/CD

03-06 Tape/CD

03-06 Tape/CD

03-06 Tape/CD

06-07 MP3 Navigation

06-07 MP3 Navigation

* Not all radios support MD mode. If an external MD changer is present, it must be disconnected.
** Scrolling function is available in Satellite mode, please see p. 26 for details.

not installed

or disconnected

present

not installed

or disconnected

not installed

or disconnected

present

present

not available

not available

not available

not available

not installed

present

not installed

present

not present

present

x

x

x x

x x

MD* CDC SAT** MP3

x x

x x

x

x

x

x

xx

x

x

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Dip switches

The configuration switches located on the DICE module are used to set the operation of the interface by the installer.
Incorrect dip switch settings may cause the DICE interface not to work properly or not to operate at all. Disconnect the

vehicle harness from module and cycle ignition off for 50 seconds after changing the switches!

OFF

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DICE Module

ON 1 2

"Car Config.

Switch"

ON 1 2

"iPod Config.

Switch"

ON

1 2

ON/OFF Switch Positions

Dip switch settings

CD changer (CDC)

Dip switch 1

OFF OFF

Recommended for radios NOT
supporting Satellite (XM) or if
factory SAT is installed and user
wishes to retain it. Selected vehicles
from 2003 offer CD Text - these radios
have a Text button.

Dip switch 2

Car configuration switches

Settings

Dip switch 1

Dip switch 2 Dip switch 1

ON OFF

Recommended for early model year
radios with external CD changer.
MD Text is only available on very few
radios, typically navigation ones.

Dip switch 2 Dip switch 1

ON ON

Recommended for radios if SAT

module is not present or
disconnected and an external CD
changer is used. SAT mode is

supported by high-end radios in
selected models from 2003 in the US
only.

MP3 Satellite (SAT)Mini DISC (MD)

Dip switch 2

OFF ON

Recommended for late model

Navigation radios only where
factory SAT is installed and user
wishes to retain it. Radios must
support MP3 text. New MP3

navigation cars support only MP3 text
not CD Text.

OFF OFF

Default

ON

OFF

ON ON

OFF

ON

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iPod configuration switches

Settings

"Locked" "iPod"

Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2

OFF OFF ON ON

It is best selected when Text
display is supported by the radio.
After connecting the iPod you will
see the DICE logo on the screen.
After the initialization the iPod will
be locked for an increased
interface functionality.

OFF OFF

Default

It is best selected when Text display
is NOT supported by the radio.
Track numbers and times are not
synchronized between the iPod and
radio. Because there is less data
transfer between the iPod and radio,
this mode has the fastest response
time. Content is selected on the

iPod.

ON ON

Installation

Installation should only be performed by a qualified professional. Beware of sharp edges to avoid injury and exercise
caution when removing trims as they may break. The module should be placed at an accessible location to allow AUX cable
to be connected, such as in the glove box, the center console or under the front seat.

1 Pull vehicle into service bay and access radio/center console.

2 Disconnect both battery terminals. These cables must be disconnected during installation to ensure proper initialization

of the module when it is connected.

3 Before pulling out the radio, removing surrounding trims and screws. Most trims can be removed by carefully pulling on

the piece or using trim removal tools. Trim is usually held in place by snap-in clips.

4 The radio is held in place by a few bolts. To remove these a 10mm socket is usually needed. Consult your dealership if

additional information is needed on removing the radio.

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5a - Radios with large connector -You can access the CD changer connector located on the back of the radio. Unplug the

factory connection if present and plug the Toyota BUS connector into the receptacle. Plug the factory connection to
the cable receptacle if it was removed from the radio. The connector should securely lock.

Toyota BUS connector

cable receptacle

The cable receptacle is only for cars where the steering wheel control was plugged into the radio. To operate the interface in CDC/MD mode
together with the factory CD Changer/MD Changer you need to obtain a Y cable (not included) from a Toyota dealership.

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5b - Radios with small connector -You can access the CD changer connector located on the back of the radio. Unplug the

factory connection if present and plug the Toyota BUS connector in. Connect the factory plug to the cable receptacle if
it was removed from the radio. The extension receptacle mates with the vehicle specific harness. The connector should
securely lock.

Toyota BUS connector

Cable receptacle

Extension

receptacle

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6 Connect the vehicle specific connector and the iPod docking cable to the DICE module. Apply cable ties to secure

the cables.

receptacle receptacle

1/8"
AUX

dock

input

cable
input

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Verify that all connections have been properly made.

8 Reconnect the car's battery. est the unit before seating the cables and reinstalling the panels/trim.

iPod

vehicle
specific

connector

vehicle specific connectoriPod docking cable

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iPod audio source

Controls in CDC/MD emulation

Press the CD/CDC/DISC button to access the interface and its features. Pressing this button repeatedly will cycle through
sources present (internal CD if present, followed by external) in your vehicle. When the iPod audio source is active (DISC 5,
Track1), use the Seek track button to select next/previous Song. Note that radios without a Text button will only display
DISC and Track numbers.

Press the TEXT button to

Example: Toyota radio without Navigation

cycle between display
fields.

Press RAND short to
Shuffle Songs, long to
Shuffle Albums.

Press RPT short to
Repeat one, long to
Repeat All.

Press to
change
Track.

CD1 Album * Artist

Press to change
DISC.

DISC

Press to RW or
FFW.

Source
selector

Turn to
change
Track.

Arrow shows if
additional
information is
available. Hold TEXT
button for more
information. See p.20

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Press DISC
RPT to Repeat
All.

Press DISC
RAND to Shuffle
Albums.

Example: Toyota radio with Navigation

SOUNDSOUND

Press TITLE to toggle
between screens.

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CD2

CD2

DISC 1 TRACK 99 1' 24"

CHANGER

CHANGER

DISC

1 2 3 4 5 6

DISC

DISC

DISC

DISC

DISC

TITLETITLE

Press RPT to
Repeat One.

RPT

RPT

RPTRPT RANDRAND SCANSCAN

Note that in MD mode MD1/2 will be displayed instead of CD1/2.

DISC

RAND

RAND

SCAN

SCAN

Press RAND to
Shuffle Songs.

Press to
change
Track.

CD2

CD2

CHANGER

CHANGER

SOUNDSOUND

DISC 1 TRACK 99 1' 24"

DISCDISC

Playlist Name

TRACKTRACK

PLAYLIST

TITLE

TITLE

DISC

DISC

DISC

DISC

DISC

OFF

OFF

RPT

RPT

RPTRPT RANDRAND SCANSCAN

RAND

RAND

DISC

SCAN

SCAN

Controls in MP3 emulation

PWR VOLPWR VOL TUNE FILETUNE FILE

Press to
change
Track.

SEEKSEEK

TRACKTRACK

MENUMENU

DESTDEST

MAPMAP

Source

indicator

CDCD

CHANGER1CHANGER1

FOLDER FOLDER

MP3MP3

FOLDER 1 FILE 35 1'58"FOLDER 1 FILE 35 1'58"

Album * Artist

FILEFILE

Song

11 22 33 44 55 66

SOUNDSOUND

AUDIOAUDIO

DISPLAYDISPLAY

Press to select PRESET
numbers 1-6.

RANDRAND

RPTRPT

Press RPT short for
Repeat one, long
for Repeat All.

FOLDER

FOLDER

LIST

LIST

FOLDERFOLDER

SCANSCAN

TILTTILT

LOADLOAD

Press RAND short for
Shuffle Songs, long for
Shuffle Albums.

AM SATAM SAT

FMFM

DISC AUXDISC AUX

SCANSCAN

INFOINFO

Turn to
change
Track.

Source
selector

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Text display fields - CDC/MD emulations, Non-Navigation radios

Press the Text button to cycle through the available Text fields. In CDC and MD mode there are two available text fields.
Please see illustration below in Playlist mode (DISC 2):

DISC TR

CD1 2 - 1 2'32

TEXT

DISC

CD1 PLAYLIST

TEXT

CD1 Playlist name

TR

Text is paged in these modes (where supported). Additional text information can be viewed by pressing and holding the
Text button. A little arrow in the right bottom corner indicates additional page of text information:

CD1 Playlist n

TR

TEXT

CD1 ame

TR

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Silverline browsing function - in CDC/MD/MP3 emulation

The Silverline integration kit features content browsing. After connecting the iPod, select the desired browsing mode by
selecting the appropriate DISC. Press the Seek button or turn the Tune dial repeatedly to browse contents; 1 second after
releasing the button, your selection is executed. The browsing function below is illustrated in the "Track" text field.

TRACK MODE -

DISC 1

CD1 Song(1)* name

TR

SEEK

or

TRACK

CD1 Song(6) name

TR

PLAYLIST MODE -

ARTIST MODE -

(within the
selected Playlist)

ALBUM MODE -

(within the selected
Artist in the selected Playlist)

AUDIO SOURCE -

DISC 2

DISC 3

DISC 4

DISC 5

* Numbers indicate sequence.

CD2 Playlist(1) name

CD3 Artist(1) name

CD4 Album(1) name

CD5 IPOD

TR

TR

TR

iPod audio source

TR

SEEK

or

TRACK

SEEK

or

TRACK

SEEK

or

TRACK

SEEK

or

TRACK

CD2 Playlist(3) name

CD3 Artist(12) name

CD4 Album(8) name

AUX audio source - see pp.27-28

CD5 AUX1

TR

TR

TR

TR

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Controls in SAT emulation

Press the AM/SAT button to access the interface and its features. When the iPod audio source is active (Preset 5, Channel 1),
use the Seek button or the Tune dial to select next/previous Song.

Example: Toyota radio without Navigation

FILEFILE

Turn to

SAT1 Album * Artist

change
Track.

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Press to
change
Track.

Use Scan to enable
Shuffle Songs.

FOLDER

SCANSCAN TEXTTEXT

FM1FM1 FM2FM2 AM SATAM SAT DISC AUXDISC AUX

Use Presets to change modes.

Source selector

FOLDER

Press the TEXT button to
toggle between available
Text fields.

TYPE

TYPE

Use the TYPE button to
engage/disengage RW
or FFW.

Example: Toyota radio with Navigation

SAT1SAT1

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22

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SOUNDSOUND

TEXTTEXT

Press the TEXT button to
toggle between available
screens.

CH001CH001

TrackTrack

CH002CH002

PlaylistPlaylist

CH003CH003

ArtistArtist

CH001CH001DICEDICE DICEDICE

TYPETYPE

TYPETYPE

CH004CH004

44

AlbumAlbum

CH005CH005

55

SourceSource

CH006CH006

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VersionVersion

TYPE

TYPE

SEEK

SEEK

TYPE

TYPE

SCAN

SCAN

Use TYPE SCAN to
enable Shuffle Songs.

Illustration for touch screen systems

SAT1SAT1

SOUNDSOUND

TYPETYPE

TYPETYPE

CH001CH001

TYPE

TYPE

SEEK

SEEK

DICEDICE DICEDICE

TITLETITLE

Playlist Name

NAMENAME

PLAYLIST

TEXTTEXT

Use the TYPE button to
engage/disengage RW or FFW.

TYPE

TYPE

SCAN

SCAN

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Text display fields - SAT emulations, Non-Navigation radios

Press the Text button to cycle through Text fields. In SAT emulation there are three available text fields. Please see
illustration below for Track mode (Preset 1):

This text field is fixed.

SAT1 1ch 001

Channel number changes with mode.

TEXT

SAT1 DICE

TEXT

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TEXT

SAT1 Album * Artist SAT1 Song name

Silverline browsing function - in SAT emulation

The Silverline integration kit features content browsing. After connecting the iPod, select the desired browsing mode by
pressing the appropriate Preset button. Press the Seek button or turn the Tune dial repeatedly to browse contents; 1
second after releasing the button, your selection is executed.

TRACK MODE -

PLAYLIST MODE -

ARTIST MODE -

(within the
selected Playlist)

ALBUM MODE -

(within the selected
Artist in the selected Playlist)

AUDIO SOURCE -

* Numbers indicate sequence.

1

2

3

4

SAT1 Song(1)* name

SAT2 Playlist(1) name

SAT3 Artist(1) name

SAT4 Album(1) name

iPod audio source

5

SAT5 IPOD

SEEK

or

TRACK

SEEK

or

TRACK

SEEK

or

TRACK

SEEK

or

TRACK

SEEK

or

TRACK

SAT1 Song(6) name

SAT2 Playlist(3) name

SAT3 Artist(12) name

SAT4 Album(8) name

AUX audio source - see pp.27-28

SAT5 AUX1

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Scrolling feature - in SAT emulation, PRESET 6

To set and change scrolling feature go to Preset 6 and press the Text button. Change options by pressing Seek track or
turning the Tune dial. After setting the desired feature turn off the ignition for at least 50 seconds to engage the

new selection.

SHORT SCROLL

.

.

.

6

Certain amount of blinking is normal on some radios when the scrolling feature is on.

TEXT

SHORT STAT

SEEK

TRACK

or

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LONG STAT

.

.

.

LONG SCROLL

Auxiliary audio source

Connections

The interface is equipped with a 1/8” AUX jack connection to connect an auxiliary device, such as an MP3 player, DVD player
or other audio source. To access the AUX audio source, select DISC 5, Track 2 or Preset 5, Channel 2.

Tip (Left audio)

Ring (Right audio)

Sleeve (Ground)

1/8" AUX

1/8" mini stereo jack, not included

input

Making the adjustments

While listening to the auxiliary device, adjust the volume (gain), bass, mid and treble by turning the Tune dial or pressing
the Seek button. DISC/Preset 1-4 modes select what adjustment the Tune/Seek buttons perform. See illustration on page

28.

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AUX audio source setting

The auxiliary input has settings for gain, bass, mid and treble in order to optimize sound.

Volume (Gain) should be adjusted if the audio level from the auxiliary device is too low or to high. If you hear distorted

audio while playing the auxiliary device, you need to reduce (-) the gain. If you notice that the audio is too quiet then the
gain setting should be increased (+). Default settings are "50" ("68" for gain) and values may be adjusted in increments
between 01-99. Bass, Mid and Treble should be adjusted to compensate for the acoustic presets of the radio.

Note: If you are using an AUX device that is using the vehicle’s power source and not its own battery, you may have to use a
GROUND-LOOP isolator to avoid grounding and engine noise.

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1

Volume

setting

2 3 4

Bass EQ

setting

Mid EQ
setting

Treble EQ

setting

Troubleshooting

Problem Solution

Cannot select the interface.

No audio from iPod source.

Radio/ steering wheel controls do not operate iPod.

No text display.

Check DIP switch settings (refer to p.11). With the ignition
OFF disconnect vehicle harness from module for a few
seconds and reconnect. Verify that the correct button is
used to access the interface.

Reset the iPod. Verify proper connection to iPod/interface.

Reset iPod and make sure most recent iPod firmware is
installed. Check vehicle user manual on how steering
wheel controls work.

Make sure DIP switch settings are correctly set for text
display. (Refer to pp.11, 12 for dip switch settings.)

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Troubleshooting

Problem Solution

Text is not displaying in selected emulation.

iPod does not charge.

Identify your audio system first (p.9) and set switches
accordingly. Note that your vehicle may support more
than one mode.

Check all connections. Reset iPod and make sure iPod
charges while connected to computer or wall charger.

Music is distorted or sound level is too low.

Radio/Nav display only shows DISC/Preset and
Track/Channel numbers, but there is no iPod control.

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Check and make sure all EQ and BASS boost options are
turned off on your iPod. (Refer to AUX settings on p.28)

Select DISC/Preset 5 and make sure it is set to
Track/Channel 1.

Disclaimer and warranty

Important disclaimer, please read!

Unauthorized reproduction or reverse engineering is strictly prohibited! Intellectual property included is distributed under specific license
agreement with respective owners and is licensed only, not sold. No warranty, explicit or implied, is stated. Neither DICE Electronics, LLC., nor
any of its agents, distributors, dealers or vendors shall be liable for damages.

IN NO EVENT SHALL DICE ELECTRONICS' LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, ITS ACCOMPANYING SOFTWARE OR ITS
DOCUMENTATION.

Warranty and Support

Products carry a 90 day limited warranty that protects you from defects in material and workmanship of products sold by DICE Electronics, or
its authorized agents, distributors and dealers. a s
be defective during th will be repaired or replaced by at no charge unless warranty is void.
Unauthorized attempt of repair or alteration of the product in any way immediately voids this warranty. Warranty does not extend to
cosmetics or finish.
connected as described in the user manual and all related equipment is functioning properly.
other incurred damages resulting from product defects.Any expenses in the removal and reinstallation of products are not covered by this
warranty.

If experience any problems or need help, please contact your local dealer or call 888-342-3999
http://www.diceelectronics.com/support.

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A DICE product specialist must determine that defect is present in the product and issue an RMA. Be sure that all wiring is

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