Printed on recycled paper with at least 10% post-consumer content.
manual feeder edge guides
(banner paper holders)
printer cover
thickness lever
banner paper cover
knob
paper-release lever
tear-off edge (for tractor-fed paper;
located under printer hood)
optional interface
cover
printer hood
control panel
ink cartridge
compartment
paper tray cover
and extensions
paper tray and
extensions
(auto sheet feeder)
manual feed
guide
parallel interface
serial interface
center support (for
tractor-fed paper)
tractor feeder
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iv
Introduction
PC System Requirements 2
Macintosh System Requirements 3
How To Use Your Manuals 3
Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips 5
Where To Get Help 5
Electronic Support Services 6
E
NERGY STAR Compliance 7
Energy-saving Tips 7
Important Safety Instructions 8
1Basic Printing
Printing from Windows 1-1
Setting Printer Options from Windows Applications 1-2
Setting Default Printer Options 1-5
Checking Printer Status 1-7
Printing from a Macintosh 1-9
Using Online Help 1-12
Accessing Help from Windows Applications 1-12
Accessing Help from Windows 95 1-12
Accessing Help from Windows 3.1 1-12
Accessing Help from Windows NT 4.0 1-13
Accessing Help from Windows NT 3.51 1-13
Accessing Help from Macintosh Applications 1-13
Contents
v
Contents
Using the Control Panel 1-14
Lights 1-14
Buttons 1-16
2
Custom Printing
Using Predefined Advanced Settings 2-1
Customizing Print Quality and Special Effects 2-4
Customizing Color Settings 2-8
Using ColorSync on the Macintosh 2-10
Saving Custom Settings 2-12
Note:
Also included are the
EPSON Plot! program
and the Autodesk Device
Interface (ADI) plotter
driver. EPSON Plot!
allows you to print
HPGL or HPGL/2 plot
files on your printer. See
Appendix B for details.
The ADI driver allows you
to print from AutoCAD 386
releases 10 and higher.
See the README file on
the driver diskette for
more information.
Your EPSON Stylus
®
COLOR 3000 printer is the ideal output
device for high-quality, large format graphic and business
communication pieces—such as color comps, checkplots, maps,
presentations, banners, iron-on transfers, and backlit displays—
or any project you create. With resolutions up to 1440 × 720
dpi (dots per inch), you get amazingly realistic photographic
images, vivid color graphics, superb grayscale images, and
razor-sharp black printing for detailed line art and crisp text.
Its large format capabilities (up to 17″ ×22″ size paper) and fast
print speeds allow you to print full bleed, 13″ × 19,″ photo
quality color comps with ease. And its versatile, built-in paper
feeding options let you print on virtually any media, of almost
any size, including single sheets, continuous fold paper, and roll
paper. You can even load continuous paper and single sheets
simultaneously, printing on each in turn by flipping a lever.
The printer software for Microsoft
Macintosh
®
computers provides advanced color management,
®
Windows® and Apple®
with adjustable levels of brightness, contrast, saturation , and ink
colors. Support for ColorSync
™
2.01 and Windows 95 ICM
ensures printouts that closely match the colors on your monitor.
You can also perform many printer maintenance procedures
right from your computer, such as cleaning and aligning the
print heads. And
EPSON
’s extensive online help can guide you
through printer operations in real time.
1
Introduction
With standard parallel and high-speed serial ports and optional
network connectivity, setting up your printer is fast and easy.
EPSON
’s specially formulated, quick-drying ink and wide
variety of ink jet media give you the best quality output and the
most flexibility for getting the results you want.
PC System Requirements
To use your printer and its software with a PC, your system
should have:
◗An IBM
faster processor (486/66 MHz or faster for Windows NT)
◗DOS, Windows 95, Windows 3.1x, Windows for
Workgroups 3.11, Windows NT 4.0 or 3.51
◗At least 16MB of RAM
◗At least 20MB of free hard disk space for storing images
(40MB or more is recommended, 50MB or more for
Windows NT)
®
compatible PC with at least a 386/25MHz or
◗VGA, Super VGA, or better display adapter and monitor
◗Double-speed CD-ROM drive (quad-speed or faster
recommended) for installing the printer software
◗A shielded, twisted-pair parallel cable (6 to 10 feet long) to
connect your computer to the printer; the cable must have
a D-SUB, 25-pin, male connector for your computer and a
®
36-pin, Centronics
compatible connector for the printer.
For PC network interface options and the additional system
requirements they may have, see Appendix A.
2
Introduction
Macintosh System Requirements
To use your printer and its software with a Macintosh, your
system should have:
◗Any Macintosh or Power Macintosh
Macintosh +, Macintosh 512, Performa
PowerBook
Macintosh such as the II or Classic
◗System 7.1 (System 7.5 or later is recommended )
◗At least 8MB of built-in RAM (16MB or more is
recommended)
◗Double-speed CD-ROM drive (quad-speed or faster
recommended) for installing the printer software
◗At least 20MB of free hard disk space for storing images
(40MB or more is recommended)
◗VGA, Super VGA, or better display adapter and monitor
®
100, and some early versions of the
®
model except the
®
410,
◗Standard Apple System Peripheral-8 serial cable or
equivalent (RS-422, 8-pin mini DIN male/male)
For Macintosh network interface options and the additional
system requirements they may have, see AppendixA.
How To Use Your Manuals
To set up your printer and install your printer software, see the
Quick Setup
information:
Chapter 1, “Basic Printing,” gives step-by-step instructions for
everyday printing with Windows or Macintosh.
Chapter 2, “Custom Printing,” tells you how to print special
projects with custom settings for print quality, special effects,
and color management.
booklet. ThisUser’s Guidecontains the following
3
Introduction
Chapter 3, “Printing on Special Media,” gives guidelines for
selecting the right paper or other media for your print job and
instructions for loading it in your printer.
Chapter 4, “Managing Print Jobs and Network Printing,”
explains how to manage print jobs, check printer status, and set
up your system for network printing.
Chapter 5, “Using Your Printer with DOS,” tells you how to
use your printer with DOS applications, including selecting
printer software for DOS, changing printer settings using
default-setting mode, aligning the print heads, selecting
character tables, and using printer commands.
Chapter 6, “Maintenance and Transportation,” gives
instructions for replacing ink cartridges, cleaning and aligning
the print heads, and cleaning and transporting the printer.
Chapter 7, “Troubleshooting,” provides solutions for any
printing problems you may have.
Appendix A, “Using Optional Interfaces,” lists the optional
interface boards and gives instructions for installing and using
them.
Appendix B, “Using EPSON Plot!,” gives instructions on how
to install and use the
EPSON Plot! program to print HPGL or
HPGL/2 plotter files.
Appendix C, “Specifications,” provides the technical details on
your printer, ink cartridges, and EPSON media.
A Glossary and an Index
are included at the end of the book.
4
Introduction
Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and Tips
You’ll find this information throughout your manual:
Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your
equipment.
Notes contain important information about your printer.
Tips contain additional hints for great printin g.
Where To Get Help
EPSON provides customer support and service through a
network of authorized
(800) 922-8911 for the nearest location or the following
services:
◗FaxAdvice access to
◗Literature on current and new products
◗The location of your nearest Authorized
Customer Care Center
◗Technical information on the installation, configuration,
and operation of
◗Customer relations
For answers to commonly asked questions about
products 24 hours a day, seven days a week, call
Advice at (800) 442-2110.
EPSON Customer Care Centers. Dial
EPSON’s technical information library
EPSON Reseller or
EPSON products
EPSON
EPSON Sound
5
Introduction
You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, accessories,
and parts from
sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 873-7766 for dealer
referral.
EPSONAccessories at (800) 873-7766 (U.S.
If you need help using software with an
the documentation for that program for technical support
information.
EPSON product, see
Electronic Support Services
You can access helpful tips, specifications, DIP switch or
jumper settings, drivers, FAQs, sample files, application notes,
and
EPSON product bulletins 24 hours a day, seven days a
week, using a modem and one of the online services below.
World Wide Web
From the Internet, you can reach EPSON’s Home Page at
http://www.epson.com.
EPSON Download Service
You can call the EPSON Download Service at (800) 442-2007.
Set your communications software to 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no
parity. Modem speed can be up to 28.8 Kbps.
EPSON FaxAdvice Service
You can access EPSON’s technical information library by
calling (800) 442-2110 and selecting the appropriate phone
option. You must provide a return fax number to use
FaxAdvice.
6
Introduction
EPSON Forum on CompuServe
Members of CompuServe® can type GO EPSON at the menu
prompt to reach CompuServe’s Epson America Forum. As an
owner of an
introductory CompuServe membership, which entitles you to
an introductory credit and your own user ID and password.
To take advantage of this offer in the U.S. or Canada, call
(800) 848-8199 and ask for representative #529.
EPSON product, you are eligible for a free
ENERGY STAR Compliance
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this
product meets the E
efficiency.
NERGY STAR guidelines for energy
The EPA E
voluntary partnership with the computer and office equipment
industry to promote the introduction of energy-efficient
personal computers, monitors, printers, fax machines, and
copiers in an effort to reduce air pollution caused by power
generation.
NERGY STAR Office Equipment program is a
Energy-saving Tips
Here are a few tips you can use to be even more energy-wise:
◗If your monitor isn’t E
when you’re not using it.
◗Turn off your computer, printer, and monitor each day
when you are done using them.
◗Use the print preview option in your software so you can
catch errors before you print something.
◗Send e-mail rather than distributing memos. Not only is
this faster, but you’ll save paper and storage space too.
NERGY STAR compliant, turn it off
7
Introduction
Important Safety Instructions
Before using your printer, read the following safety instructions
to make sure you use the printer safely and effectively.
◗Turn off and unplug the printer before cleaning. Clean
with a damp cloth only. Do not spill liquid on the printer.
◗Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a
radiator or heating vent.
◗Do not block or cover the openings in the printer’ s cabinet
or insert objects through the slots.
◗Use only the type of power source indicated on the printe r’s
label.
◗Connect all equipment to properly grounded power
outlets. Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as
photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch
on and off.
◗Place the printer near a wall outlet where the plug can be
easily unplugged.
Placez l’imprimante près d’une prise de contacte où la fiche
peut être débranchée facilement.
◗Do not let the power cord become damaged or frayed.
◗If you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure
the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the
extension cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating.
Also, make sure the total of all devices plugged into the wall
outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.
◗Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not
attempt to service the printer yourself.
8
Introduction
◗Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
If the power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered
the printer; if the printer has been dropped or the cabinet
damaged; if the printer does not operate normally or
exhibits a distinct change in performance. Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the operating instructions.
Note the following precautions when using a printer stand with
this printer:
◗Use a stand that can support at least 66.0 lb (30.0 kg).
◗Never use a stand that tilts the printer. The printer should
always be kept level.
◗Position your cables so they do not interfere with paper
feeding; where possible, secure them to a leg of the printer
stand.
Even if you are familiar with other types of printers, be sure to
read through the following list of precautions before operating
your ink jet printer:
◗Do not put your hand inside the printer or touch the print
heads during printing.
◗Under normal circumstances, ink will not come out of the
cartridges. If it does get on your skin, wash it off with soap
and water. If it gets in your eyes, flush them immediately
with water.
◗Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children.
◗Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to refill them.
This could result in damage to the print head.
◗Once you install an ink cartridge, do not remove the
cartridge except to replace it with a new one. The cartridge
may become unusable otherwise.
◗Install the ink cartridge immediately after you remove it
from its package. Leaving the cartridge unpacked for a long
time before use may result in reduced print quality.
9
Introduction
◗Do not use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the
cartridge carton. For best results, use up the ink cartridges
within six months of installing them.
◗Do not shake an ink cartridge; this can cause leakage.
◗Always turn the printer off using the P
When this button is pressed, the
Operate button.
Operate light flashes
briefly then goes out. Do not unplug the printer or turn off
the power to the outlet until the
Operate light is off.
◗Before transporting the printer, make sure the print heads
are capped in the home (far right) position and the ink
cartridges have been removed.
10
Note:
If you print from
DOS applications,
see Chapter 5 for
instructions.
Basic Printing
1
It’s easy to print all your color and black-and-white documents
with your
your printer and install the software following the instructions
in the Quick Setup booklet. Then read this chapter to find out
about the following:
◗Printing from Windows
◗Printing from a Macintosh
◗Using online help
EPSON Stylus COLOR 3000. First you have to set up
For instructions on
printing HPGL or
HPGL/2 plot files,
see Appendix B.
◗Using the control panel
Printing from Windows
When you want to print from your Windows application, you
choose
pages to print, the number of copies, and other options from
your application’s Print dialog box. When you click a button in
the Print dialog box, you can select additional settings using
your printer software, such as whether you want to use color or
black ink.
The following sections tell you how to do the following:
◗Set printer software options from Windows applications
◗Change the default printer software settings
◗Check your printer’s status while you print.
Print from the File menu. You can then choose which
1-1
Basic Printing
Note:
The settings you select
through your Windows
application usually apply
only until you exit that
application. Then the
driver settings may return
to the driver’s default
values or the Windows
default values selected as
described on page 1-5.
Setting Printer Options from Windows
Applications
This section describes the options you’ll need to set for all your
everyday printouts. See Chapter 2 for information about
advanced settings for special print jobs.
Follow these steps to check printer settings from your word
processor or other Windows software:
1. Choose
If you choose
dialog box containing the settings you change most often,
including the number of copies and the pages you want
printed.
Print or Print Setup from the File menu.
Print, you first see your application’s Print
For more information
about printer settings,
click the Help button.
With Windows 95 and
Windows NT, you can
right-click any item on
the screen and then click
What’s This?
If you choose
Print Setup, you first see a list of printers to
choose from.
2. Make sure your
selected, and then click the
Options button.(You may have to click a series of these
EPSON Stylus COLOR 3000 printer is
Printer, Setup, Properties, or
buttons, depending on the program you’re printing with.)
You see the printer software’s dialog box:
Main tab
1-2
Basic Printing
3. If you don’t see the dialog box shown in step 2, click the
Main tab.
For printing at the highest
resolution (SuperFine
quality at 1440 dpi), you
need to use one of the
photo quality media, the
back light film, or the
canvas cloth. For the best
printing at any resolution,
always use EPSON media.
Note:
The media selection on
the control panel can be
overridden by the Media
Type setting you make in
your printer driver or
application.
The control panel
selection notifies you in
case the media loaded in
the printer does not match
the media you selected in
the software. You can
turn off the notification
function by selecting
Other/Media Selection
Off.
4. Make sure the Mode option is set to
Automatic so the
printer software can determine the best settings according
to the
Media Type and Ink settings you make. This is the
easiest way to get good printing results for all kinds of
documents, on all types of paper.
5. Choose the
Media Type you want to print on from the
following list (you may need to scroll through the list). If
you are not sure which setting to select for your media, refer
to the table on page 3-3.
◗Plain paper
◗360 dpi Ink Jet Paper
◗Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper
◗Photo Quality Glossy Paper
◗Photo Quality Glossy Film
◗Ink Jet Transparencies
◗Ink Jet Back Light Film
◗Ink Jet Canvas Cloth
The type of media you choose determines the Print Quality
setting (resolution) you can use.
6. If you are using Windows 95, press
Media Type button on
the printer’s control panel to select the media you loaded in
the printer and selected in step 5. If your media type is not
listed on the control panel, select
Off.
7. Choose
Color or Black ink. If you’re printing black text or
Other/Media Selection
a draft, or if you want colors to print as varying shades of
gray, select
Black for faster printing.
1-3
Basic Printing
Note:
Whenever you change the
Paper Source, Paper Size,
or Orientation settings,
check the printer
illustration in the dialog
box to see how your
document will print.
8. Set the slider to
Quality or Speed. This lets you choose
between high resolution printing or faster printing on the
media you’re using. (The slider is not available for certain
media types and may not set the highest available
resolution.)
9. Click the
The default Paper Source is
Paper tab and choose your paper feeding source.
Auto Sheet Feeder, for the
paper tray at the front of your printer. (For instructions on
printing with the other feeders, see Chapter 3.)
Click to select
your paper size
Click to select
your paper source
If you load your paper
long edge first, select a
landscape paper size, such
as Letter (Landscape), and
then select your print
orientation so the printer
knows which way you
loaded the paper.
Keep in mind that some
software may have paper
size and orientation
settings that override your
printer software settings.
To cancel your changes
and exit the driver, click
the Cancel button at the
bottom of the menu at
any time.
10. Now choose the paper size, number of copies, collation
options, orientation, and printable area. (Your software
application may let you control some of these settings.
With Windows NT, there are no collation options.)
11. Click the
Main tab and check the Current Settings box on
the bottom of the menu to see if the other settings are
correct for your document. If you need to adjust them, use
Advanced mode as described in Chapter 2.
1-4
Basic Printing
Note:
Some application settings
override printer software
settings (such as Paper
Size or Orientation), so
it is a good idea to check
the settings in your
application before you
print.
12. Click
OK when you’re finished checking your settings. The
dialog box closes.
13. In your application’s printing dialog box, click
or
Print. (You may need to click a series of these buttons,
Close, OK,
depending on the program you’re printing with.)
While you’re printing, the
EPSON Despooler dialog box
appears, showing the printing progress and the status of your
printer. (With Windows NT, you don’t see the Despooler.) See
“Checking Printer Status” on page 1-7 for more information.
Setting Default Printer Options
When you change printer settings through your Windows
application (as described above), the settings apply only to the
application you’re using. If you want to adjust the default
settings for all your Windows applications, you can access the
printer software through the Windows 95 or Windows NT
Printer Properties or the Windows 3.1 Control Panel.
Make sure all your software applications are closed before you
start. If not, you’ll have to close and then reopen them to have
the new default settings take effect.
Setting Default Options in Windows 95
1. Click Start, point to Set tings, and then p oint to Printers.
2. Right-click the
3. Select
Properties, then click the Main tab. You see the
Main printer settings dialog box.
4. Change the settings as described on page1-2 and click
Any changes you make become the default settings for all
your applications and documents.
EPSON Stylus COLOR 3000 icon.
OK.
1-5
Basic Printing
Setting Default Options in Windows 3.1
1. Double-click the Control Panel icon in the Main group.
Note:
You can access the
default Windows NT
printer software settings
only if you have the
appropriate network
access privileges, such
as Administrator or
Power User.
2. Double-click the
3. Select
EPSON Stylus COLOR 3000 from the list of printers
and click
Setup. You see the Main printer settings dialog
Printers icon.
box.
4. Change the settings as described on page1-2 and click
OK.
Any changes you make become the default settings for all
your applications and documents.
Setting Default Options in Windows NT 4.0
1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then point to Printers.
2. Click the
3. Open the File menu and select
see the Main printer settings dialog box.
4. Change the settings as described on page1-2 and click
Any changes you make become the default settings for all
your applications and documents.
EPSON Stylus COLOR 3000 icon.
Document Defaults. You
OK.
Setting Default Options in Windows NT 3.51
1. Double-click the Control Panel icon in the Main group.
2. Double-click the
3. Select the
EPSON Stylus COLOR 3000 printer window, if
necessary.
4. Open the Printer menu and select
Printers icon.
Properties.
1-6
Basic Printing
If you don’t want the
Despooler dialog box to
appear each time you
print, you can turn it off.
To do this, start Spool
Manager, open the View
menu, and select Show
Despool Popup; the
checkmark next to the
option disappears.
5. Click
Details, then click Job Defaults. You see the Main
printer settings dialog box.
6. Change the settings as described on page1-2 and click
OK.
Any changes you make become the default settings for all
your applications and documents.
Checking Printer Status
While your document is printing, the EPSONDespooler dialog
box appears on your screen. (With Windows NT, you don’t see
the Despooler. See the following section for more information.)
Status Monitor
(Windows 95
only)
The name of
the file you’re
Click to
pause printing
Click to cancel
printing
printing appears
here
Click to
restart printing
This dialog box shows the progress of your print job and the
status of your printer. If you run out of paper, for example, the
Despooler warns you. You can use the buttons to cancel, pause,
or restart your print job, if necessary. When the print job is
finished, the Despooler dialog box disappears.
1-7
Basic Printing
If you are using Windows 95, the Status Monitor, as described
below, also appears.
◗Media Check
A check in the Perform Media Check before printing box
means this function is selected (the default setting ). The
Media Check function automatically compares the media
selected with the printer control panel with the media
selected in the printer driver and alerts you if they don’t
match. To turn off this function, click the box; the
checkmark disappears.
◗Paper Status
The Paper Status box displays information about the paper
loaded in the printer. You select the paper feed path in the
driver, and the Status Monitor checks the printer for the
size, type, and amount. The paper size and amount is
determined by the printer. The media type is defined
by the Media Type setting you make with the printer’s
control panel.
◗Ink Status
The Ink Status box displays the amount of remaining ink
for each color.
Checking Printer Status with Windows NT
With Windows NT 4.0 servers and workstations, the messenger
service alerts you to printer errors or lets you know when a print
job is finished. If you have appropriate network access privileg es
or if you’re controlling printing from the server, you can also
cancel, pause, or restart print jobs and set the sharing, security,
scheduling, and port options. See your Windows NT 4.0
documentation for details.
You can check the status of your print job in
Windows NT 3.51 using the Print Manager. Options
in the Print Manager window let you pause, resume, or
delete print jobs and handle the print queues on your
system, depending on your network access privileges. See
your Windows NT 3.51 documentation for instructions.
1-8
Note:
A Power Macintosh
Extension module
(EPSON Stylus
PowerPlug) was
automatically installed
and enabled when you
installed your printer
software. This module
accelerates rendering
and processing of all
documents on a Power
Macintosh.
Basic Printing
Printing from a Macintosh
When you print with a Macintosh, you need to check the
printer software settings for each application you use. This
section describes the settings you’ll need to choose for all your
everyday printouts. See Chapter 2 for information about
advanced settings for special print jobs.
1. Start the application you want to print from and create a
document.
2. Choose
Setup dialog box:
Page Setup from the File menu. You see the Page
Click to select
your paper size
Click to select your
paper source
Note:
To cancel your changes
and exit the driver, click
the Cancel button at any
time.
3. First choose your paper feeding source. The default Paper
Source is
Auto Sheet Feeder, for the paper tray at the
front of your printer. (For instructions on printing with the
other feeders, see Chapter 3.)
4. After selecting your paper source, choose the paper size,
orientation, reduction or enlargement, and printable area.
(Your software application may let you control some of
these settings.)
5. Click
OK to close the Page Setup dialog box and continue.
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Note:
Whenever you change
the Paper Source, Paper
Size, or Orientation
settings, check the
printer illustration in the
dialog box to see how
your document will print.
If you load your paper
long edge first, select
a landscape paper
size, such as Letter
(Landscape), and
then select your print
orientation so the printer
knows which way you
loaded the paper.
Keep in mind that some
software may have
paper size and orientation
settings that override
your printer software
settings.
6. Choose
Print from the File menu or click the print icon in
your application. You see a dialog box like the following:
Click for more information
about printer settings
Click to select your media type
7. Choose the number of copies and indicate which pages you
want to print.
8. Make sure the Mode option is set to
Automatic so the
printer software can determine the best settings according
to the
Media Type and Ink settings you make. This is the
easiest way to get good printing results for all kinds of
documents, on all types of paper.
9. Choose the
Media Type you want to print on from the
following list. If you are not sure which setting to select,
refer to the table on page 3-3.
For printing at the highest
resolution (SuperFine
quality at 1440 dpi), you
need to use one of the
photo quality media, back
light film, or canvas cloth.
For the best printing at any
resolution, always use
EPSON media.
◗Plain Paper
◗360 dpi Ink Jet Paper
◗Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper
◗Photo Quality Glossy Paper
◗Photo Quality Glossy Film
◗Ink Jet Transparencies
◗Ink Jet Back Light Film
◗Ink Jet Canvas Cloth
The type of media you choose determines the Print Quality
setting (resolution) you can use.
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