Lenoxx HT400 User Manual

MODEL HT-4OO

Digital
Home Theater Audio System

T urns Your D VD Player Into a Home Theater

The Perfect Sound System for Y our D VD Player

Just add your TV & DVD player; everything else is in the box.

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Incredible surround sound, perfect for DVD viewing & enhanced TV game experience.

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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THE PLUG WITH
AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE
BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. TO
PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash 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
sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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 these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings, install in accordance with the
manufacturers instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or
the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not
fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.

10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.

11.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.

13.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply
cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally or has been dropped.

14.This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and
that no object filled with liquid such as vases shall be placed on the
apparatus.

Do not apply oil or petroleum products or solvents to any part of this set.

FCC 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 receiver.

- Connect this equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.

- consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.

CAUTION

FCC Regulations state that unauthorized
changes or modifications to this equipment
may void the users authority to operate it.

PRECAUTIONS

ON SAFETY

Should any solid object or liquid fall into the
Home Theater System, unplug the player, and
have it checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.

ON PLACEMENT OF YOUR HOME
THEATER SYSTEM

Do not leave the Home Theater in a location

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near a heat source, or in a place subject to
direct sunlight, excessively dusty rooms or
rooms with very high humidity.

Do not place the Home Theater system on

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an inclined or unstable place.
Do not place anything within 1 inch of the sides

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or 2 inches from the back of the cabinet. The
ventilation holes must not be covered for the
set to operate properly and prolong the life
of its components.

Cleaning the Cabinet

Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a very dry or slightly moistened
soft cloth. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvents,
such as alcohol or benzene. Also be extra gentle when cleaning the mirror
lens on the center of the set.

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HUMMING NOISE

This set has a cooling fan (similar to a
computer). Occasionally during play, you may
hear this humming, this is normal. When the
main power is shut off or the set is in STANDBY
mode, the cooling fan and humming will stop.

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this Digital Home Theater System. This deluxe audio theater system turns your home into a virtual
theater. In addition to the incredible surround sound of a 5.1 channel audio source, such as your current DVD player, this system
also superbly enhances your other audio sources, such as a CD player, VCR, or a cassette deck. The only thing you need to add
is your own TV or other devices. We have designed this system to be easy to set up, but please, review this manual before you
operate your system. Please have it handy while you are setting the system up; and keep it available for future reference, or in
the unlikely event that you encounter any unexpected questions or problems. We have tried to keep this manual as simple as
possible. It begins with how to connect the speakers, your TV, and other optional devices. It also includes instructions on how to
position the speakers for the most natural surround sound. If you follow the instructions carefully you can have the system set up
in about an hour.

This system was designed to provide you with many years of reliable operation with a minimum of care and maintenance. Every
component in your system was perfect when it left our factory. If you experience any problem with the set up or operation of this
system, please review the Trouble Shooting Guide at the end of this manual before you contact the Customer Service Department
at 1-800-315-5885.

All of the adjustable system settings have been preset at our factory for normal operation of the system. All you have to do is to
sit back and enjoy the great home theater experience.
Later on, you may want to change some of the optional settings like speaker volume and balance or equalizer (tone) settings.
Instructions for changing them, are found later in this manual.

Basic Features & Benefits of this Digital Home Theater System:

1. Dolby Digital 5.1 channel audio decoder for real theater surround sound.

2. Multi-position preset graphic equalizer for truly customized tones.

3. Digital coaxial input jack with cable included.

4. TV Game / Video Camera input Jacks on the front panel.

5. Includes audio inputs for DVD, TV / VCR, AUX and TUNER.

6. Fully customizable individual speaker level controls.

7. Powerful subwoofer provides real BOOM in your bass.

8. Automatic decoding of Dolby Digital & Dolby Pro Logic audio signals.

9. Deluxe easy-to-use remote control with batteries included.

10. Designed for easy, mistake-proof color-coded speaker setup.

NOTE:

We recommend that you use this Home Theater System with your DVD player in order to experience the true 5.1 channel sound.
However, if you do not have a DVD player, you may still use this system to get better sound from your TV set or any audio device.

THIS SYSTEM CONTAINS

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1 Remote Control 1 Main Unit

2 AAA batteries

1 set of Audio Cables

(Red & White)

1 Center Speaker

1 Yellow

Video Cable

2

1 Subwoofer

speaker with wires

1 Orange

Coaxial Cable

4 Satellite

Speakers

4 sets of

Speaker Wires

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

 Getting Started

Safety Instructions------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
Introduction----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2

Location of Controls----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4,5
Remote Control Operation--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6

 Connections

Choose Your Connection-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------7
Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your Home Theater System -------------------------------------------------------- 7
Speaker system connections:
Speaker system connections---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8,9
Speaker Positioning Information------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 10,11
TV Connections ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12
TV + DVD Connections ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13
TV + VCR Connections ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14
TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver Connections ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 15
TV + TV Game Connections ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16
TV + Video Camera Connections ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------17
AUX IN Connections --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18
AM/FM Tuner Connections ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 19

Amplifier

General ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------20
Test Tones -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------21

Volume Adjustment-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------22

• Listening Mode

Dolby Digital (AC-3) Mode -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23
Listening with Stereo Headphones (not included) ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------ 23
Dolby Pro Logic and Stereo Modes ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 24

 Trouble Shooting ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------25

 Specifications -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------26

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished works. ©1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS

FRONT PANEL

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1. MAIN POWER button - Press to switch the set on or off.
NOTE: This button must be on in order to be able to use

the REMOTE control.

2. STANDBY indicator - This indicator has 2 colors: red and
green (red is standby, green is on). When the set is off
(standby), pressing the SOURCE or MASTER VOLUME
buttons on the main unit, or pressing any button on the
REMOTE CONTROL will turn the set on. The indicator will
become green. Also this indicator will flash confirming that
you pressed any button on the REMOTE CONTROL.

3. DVD indicator - For DVD sound use, press the SOURCE button
till this lights or press the DVD button on your REMOTE control.

4. TUNER indicator - For AM/FM TUNER sound use, press
the SOURCE button till this lights or press the TUNER button
on your REMOTE control.

5. GAME indicator - For TV GAME or VIDEO CAMERA use,
press the SOURCE button till this lights or press the GAME
button on your REMOTE control.

6. TV/VCR indicator - For TV/VCR sound use, press the
SOURCE button till this lights or press the TV/VCR button on
your REMOTE control.

7. AUX indicator - For AUX IN sound use, press the SOURCE
button till this lights or press the AUX button on your
REMOTE control.

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8. STEREO indicator - In STEREO mode, this red indicator
lights up (for 2 channel sound).

9. MULTI CHANNEL DECODING indicator - When the
input source is Dolby Digital, DTS or PRO LOGIC, this
blue indicator lights up (for 5.1 channel sound).

10.VOLUME indicators - These indicators light up
showing the level of the master volume.

11. MUTE indicator - In mute mode, this indicator will light.

12. VIDEO IN jack - For connection of a video signal from a

TV game or video camera (see details on Page 16 & 17).

13. AUDIO LEFT jack - Connect to the left channel audio
output of a TV game or video camera.

14. AUDIO RIGHT jack - Connect to the right channel
audio output of a TV game or video camera.

15. MASTER VOLUME UP & DOWN control - Increases or
decreases the volume level of all speakers.

16. PHONES jack - For connecting stereo headphones.

17. REMOTE CONTROL SIGNAL sensor - Receives the

signal from the REMOTE CONTROL (Aim the REMOTE
control towards this sensor).

18. SOURCE button - Press several times to select the sound
input source you want: DVD, TUNER, GAME, TV/VCR, or AUX.

1 2 3

1. FRONT RIGHT SPEAKER jacks - Connect the FRONT
RIGHT SPEAKER to the red and black terminals.

2. FRONT LEFT SPEAKER jacks - Connect the FRONT
LEFT SPEAKER to the red and black terminals.

3. CENTER SPEAKER jacks - Connect only the CENTER
SPEAKER to the blue and black terminals.

4. REAR RIGHT SPEAKER jacks - Connect the REAR
RIGHT SPEAKER to the grey and black terminals.

5. REAR LEFT SPEAKER jacks - Connect the REAR
LEFT SPEAKER to the grey and black terminals.

6. SUBWOOFER SPEAKER jacks - Connect the
SUBWOOFER SPEAKER to the green and black terminals.

7. TUNER AUDIO INPUT jacks - Connect to the audio
output of your AM/FM TUNER.

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BACK PANEL

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8. AUX AUDIO INPUT jacks - Connect to the audio
output of a tape deck or other component.

9. TV/VCR AUDIO INPUT jacks - Connect to audio output
of a TV or VCR.

10.DVD AUDIO INPUT jacks - Connect to the
digital (coaxial) audio output of a DVD player to have

Dolby Digital, DTS 5.1 channel surround sound.

11. VIDEO OUT jack - Connect to your TVs video input jack.
(If your TV has no VIDEO jack, you have to buy a VIDEO
RF MODULATOR.)
IMPORTANT: This jack is only used if you are connecting
a TV GAME or VIDEO CAMERA to the set.

12.AC LINE CORD - Connect to a 120V/60Hz AC
standard wall outlet.

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS

1.POWER button - Switches the player from STANDBY to ON or ON to

STANDBY (if the main POWER of the set is ON).

2.MUTE button - Instantly turns off the sound. Press again to restore
the sound.

3.MASTER VOLUME UP button - Press to raise the volume level
of all speakers.

4. MASTER VOLUME DOWN button - Press to lower the volume
level of all speakers.

5.GAME button - Selects the TV GAME (or VIDEO CAMERA) play mode.
The GAME indicator on the front panel will light.

6.TUNER button - Selects the AM/FM TUNER audio input mode. The
TUNER indicator on the front panel will light.

7.DVD button - Selects the DVD player audio input mode. The DVD
indicator on the front panel will light.

8.AUX button - Selects the AUXILIARY audio input mode. The AUX
indicator on the front panel will light.

9.TV/VCR button - Selects the TV or VCR audio input mode. The TV/
VCR indicator on the front panel will light.

10.STEREO button - Press to select STEREO (2 channel) listening mode,
and the STEREO indicator on the front panel will be on.

11.SURROUND button - Press to select DTS, Dolby Digital Pro Logic

5.1 channel audio listening mode. The MULTI CHANNEL DECODING
indicator will be on (sound will come out of all 6 speakers).

12.TEST TONE button - Press to activate the test tone function to check
whether your speakers are connected properly.

NOTE: The following 6 buttons adjust the frequency response (tones)

of your system.

13.NORMAL button - Press to select NORMAL tones listening mode.

14. CLASSIC button - Press to select CLASSIC tones listening mode.

15.JAZZ button - Press to select JAZZ tones listening mode.

16.ROCK button - Press to select ROCK tones listening mode.

17.POP button - Press to select POP tones listening mode.

18.DANCE button - Press to select DANCE tones listening mode.

19.FRONT LEFT UP & DOWN VOLUME buttons - Press to adjust the

individual FRONT LEFT speakers sound level.

20.FRONT RIGHT UP & DOWN VOLUME buttons - Press to adjust the
individual FRONT RIGHT speakers sound level.

21.CENTER UP & DOWN VOLUME buttons - Press to adjust the
individual CENTER speakers sound level.

22.REAR LEFT UP & DOWN VOLUME buttons - Press to adjust the
individual REAR LEFT speakers sound level.

23.REAR RIGHT UP & DOWN VOLUME buttons - Press to adjust the
individual REAR RIGHT speakers sound level.

24.SUBWOOFER UP & DOWN VOLUME buttons - Press to adjust the
SUBWOOFER speakers sound level.

25.RESET button - Press to reset all speakers output to the factorys
default settings.

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REMOTE CONTROL

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REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION

Battery Installation Remote Control Operating Range

Remove the BATTERY COMPARTMENT DOOR of the REMOTE
CONTROL and insert 2 size AAA alkaline batteries (included)
according to the and markings inside the BATTERY
COMPARTMENT of the REMOTE CONTROL unit.

Gently push here and slide to
open the BATTERY DOOR.

Insert the 2 size AAA batteries
as shown (included).

Remember, the spring touches the side of each
battery.

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Point the REMOTE CONTROL unit within 20 feet from the
remote control sensor and facing the front of the HOME
THEATER SYSTEM.

Remember to point the
REMOTE CONTROL
in the direction of the
HOME THEATERs
sensor, not the TV set
or the DVD player.

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Replace the door.

Tips on Battery Use

Reversing polarities will damage the batteries and possibly

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your REMOTE. Be sure to follow polarity + and - as indicated.

Do not mix different types of batteries together (Alkaline,

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Carbon-Zinc, Nickel-Cadmium etc.), or old batteries with new
ones.

When not in use for an extended period of time (over 60

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days), remove the batteries to prevent possible acid leakage
or corrosion resulting in possible damage to your REMOTE
CONTROL.

When the batteries have become discharged, they must be

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disposed of in a safe manner that complies with all applicable
laws.

Installation of batteries should only be done by an adult

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(for safety).

Point the REMOTE CONTROL at the
Home Theaters Front

Make sure there is a clear path between the REMOTE
CONTROL and the HOME THEATER SYSTEM so that the signal
is not blocked.

Tips on REMOTE CONTROL operation

The REMOTE controls operating distance may vary

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according to the brightness of the room.

Do not point bright lights at the REMOTE CONTROL

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SENSOR (like laser pointers).

Do not place objects between the REMOTE CONTROL unit

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and the REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR.

Do not use this REMOTE CONTROL while simultaneously

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using the remote control unit of any other equipment, the
signals may mix.

Sometimes your TVs remote may cause an LED to flash,

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you can ignore this.

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CONNECTIONS

Choose Your Connection

There are several ways to connect your Home Theater System. Please use the following chart to determine which
connection is the best for you. Turn to the appropriate page and connect your Home Theater System.

COMPONENTS

NOTE:

This only applies if your
TV has audio out jacks.

TV

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HOME THEATER

(only)

TV/DVD

+

HOME THEATER

TV/VCR

+

HOME THEATER

TV/VCR

+

HOME

THEATER

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SATELLITE

CABLES NEEDED GO TO ...

 Audio (included)

 Video (included)

Page 12

Page 13

 Coaxial (included)

 Video (included)
 Audio (included)

 Video (included)

Page 14

Page 15

 Audio (included)

TV

TAPE RECORDER/PLAYER

+

HOME THEATER

+

TV GAME

or

VIDEO CAMERA

AM/FM TUNER

or

other AUX

DEVICE

+

HOME THEATER

 Video

(special, not included)

 Audio

(special, not included)

 Audio (included)

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Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your Home Theater System

The pictures below show the cables needed for the connections represented in this booklet.
NOTE: Audio cables are usually sold as a bundled set, but the connection sketches in this booklet show each cable separately for better

visibility. You need additional cables to connect everything shown above. Check your other equipments booklets to see what
cables are needed.

Yellow

Video cable

(included)

Red & White

Audio cables

(included, most installations

will need these)

(6 sets are included, and one set

is attached on the back of the

7

Speaker Wires

SUBWOOFER)

Orange

Coaxial cable

(included)

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SPEAKER SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

Speaker System Connections

Connect the supplied speaker system using the supplied
speaker cords by matching the colors of the terminals to those
of the cords.

IMPORTANT:

Before making connections, make sure the power is off. At the rear
of each supplied speaker you will find two spring type connectors
in different colors: a black one (-) and a red, blue or gray one(+).

(The Subwoofer does not have spring type connecting tabs at the

rear, only a set of black & green speaker wires from its back.)

QUICK SETUP DIAGRAM

The speaker wires and connectors are color coded for easier
set up.

 Connect the Front Left speaker to the Front Left terminals.
 Connect the Front Right speaker to the Front Right terminals.
 Connect the Center speaker to the Center speaker terminals.
 Connect the Rear Left speaker to the Rear Left terminals.
 Connect the Rear Right speaker to the Rear Right terminals.
 Connect the Subwoofer to the Subwoofer terminals.

IMPORTANT!

Only use the VIDEO OUT jack for a TV GAME or VIDEO CAMERA use. For DVD play, your DVD players VIDEO OUT must
be connected to your TV set.
For DVD use, connect your DVDs cable directly to your TV set. This Home Theater only improves the sound of your DVD.
It does nothing to the video signal from your DVD.

NOTE

In your package you will find 6 sets of colored speaker wire pairs for connecting your Home Theater to the 6 different
speakers:

 1 green and black pair of wires for the subwoofer which comes out of the back of the subwoofer (12 1/2 feet long).
 2 grey and black pairs of wires (26 feet long) for connecting the rear speakers with grey and black terminals.
 1 blue and black pair of wires (13 feet long) for the center speaker with blue and black terminals.
 2 red and black pairs of wires (13 feet long) for the front speakers with red and black terminals.

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