LG BD270 User Manual

Blu-ray DiscTMPlayer

Full HD 1080p Picture Quality

BD270

P/NO : MFL62745201

As an ENERGY STAR®Partner, LG
has determined that this product
or product models meet the
ENERGY STAR®guidelines for
energy efficiency.

ENERGY STAR®is a U.S. registered mark.

ENGLISH

For Service/

Support, call:

Toll Free Number

1-800-243-0000

(http://us.lgservice.com)

Copyright © 2009, LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.

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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON­NEL.

This 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.

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 product.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PROD­UCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a con­fined space such as a book case or similar unit.

CAUTION: Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the
product and to protect it from over heating. The
openings shall be never be blocked by placing the
product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.
This product shall not be placed in a built-in installa­tion such as a bookcase or rack unless
proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's
instruction has been adhered to.

CAUTION: This product employs a Laser System.
To ensure proper use of this product, please read

this owner’s manual carefully and retain it for future
reference. Shall the unit require maintenance, con­tact an authorized service centre.
Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try
to open the enclosure. Visible laser radiation when
open. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

CAUTION: The apparatus shall not be exposed to
water (dripping or splashing) and no objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.

CAUTION concerning the Power Cord
Most appliances recommend they be placed
upon a dedicated circuit;

That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only that
appliance and has no additional outlets or branch
circuits. Check the specification page of this
owner's manual to be certain. Do not overload wall
outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged
wall outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, or
damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous.
Any of these conditions could result in electric
shock or fire. Periodically examine the cord of your
appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage
or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the
appliance, and have the cord replaced with an
exact replacement part by an authorized service
centre. Protect the power cord from physical or
mechanical abuse, such as being twisted, kinked,
pinched, closed in a door, or walked upon. Pay par­ticular attention to plugs, wall outlets, and the point
where the cord exits the appliance. To disconnect
power from the mains, pull out the mains cord plug.
When installing the product, ensure that the plug is
easily accessible.

FCC WARNING: This equipment may generate or
use radio frequency energy. Changes or
modifications to this equipment may cause harmful
interference unless the modifications are expressly
approved in the instruction manual. The user could
lose the authority to operate this equipment if an
unauthorized change or modification is made.

REGULATORY INFORMATION: FCC Part 15

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 the 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.

FCC COMPLIANCE: The responsible party for this
product’s compliance is:
LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.,1000 Sylvan Avenue,
Englewood Cliffs, NJ.
Phone: [phone].

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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Notes on Copyrights

 Because AACS (Advanced Access Content System) is approved as content

protection system for BD format, similar to use of CSS (Content Scramble
System) for DVD format, certain restrictions are imposed on playback, analog
signal output, etc., of AACS protected contents.
The operation of this product and restrictions on this product may vary
depending on your time of purchase as those restrictions may be adopted
and/or changed by AACS after the production of this product.
Furthermore, BD-ROM Mark and BD+ are additionally used as content pro­tection systems for BD format, which imposes certain restrictions including
playback restrictions for BD-ROM Mark and/or BD+ protected contents. To
obtain additional information on AACS, BD-ROM Mark, BD+, or this product,
please contact an authorized Customer Service Centre.

 Many BD-ROM/DVD discs are encoded with copy protection. Because of

this, you should only connect your player directly to your TV, not to a VCR.
Connecting to a VCR results in a distorted picture from copy-protected discs.

 This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by

U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright pro­tection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for
home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

 Under the U.S. Copyright laws and Copyright laws of other countries, unau-

thorized recording, use, display, distribution, or revision of television pro­grams, videotapes, BD-ROM discs, DVDs, CDs and other materials may sub­ject you to civil and/or criminal liability.

Licenses

Java and all Java-based trademarks and logos are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the United States and other countries.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674;
5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,392,195; 7,272,567; 7,333,929;
7,212,872 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS is a reg­istered trademark and the DTS logos, Symbol, DTS-HD and DTS-HD Master
Audio I Essential are trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2008 DTS, Inc. All Rights
Reserved.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks
or registered trademarks of HDMI licensing LLC.

“DVD Logo” is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.

“x.v.Color” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

“Blu-ray Disc” is a trademark.

“BONUSVIEW” is trademark of Blu-ray Disc Association.

This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license and VC-1 patent
portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i)
encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard and VC-1 Standard
(“AVC/VC-1 Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC/VC-1 Video that was encoded by a
consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was
obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC/VC-1 Video. No license
is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be
obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See http://www.mpegla.com.

“AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and
Sony Corporation.

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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. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.

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

14.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power­supply 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.

Important Safety Instructions

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Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-9

Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Rear panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Connections to your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-14

Connecting to an Amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-15

The unit’s Audio Output Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Resolution Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-17

Using a USB Flash Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Using the Home Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Adjust the Setup settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19-23

Play a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24-26

Displaying disc Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Listening to music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Viewing a photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29-30

Playing a DVD VR Format Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Language Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Area Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Open source software notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read this instruction booklet carefully and completely.

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Introduction

To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s manual
carefully and retain for future reference.
This manual provides information on the operation and maintenance of
your player. Should the unit require service, contact an authorized service
location.

About the Symbol Display

“ “ may appear on your TV display during operation and indicates that
the function explained in this owner’s manual is not available on that spe­cific media.

Symbols Used in this Manual

Note:

Indicates special notes and operating features.

Tip:

Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier.

A section whose title has one of the following symbols are applicable only
to the disc represented by the symbol.

All discs listed below

BD-ROM disc

DVD-Video, DVD±R/RW in Video mode or VR
mode and finalized

DVD±R/RW in AVCHD format

Audio CDs

Music files contained in the USB/Disc

Handling the Unit

When shipping the unit

Please save the original shipping carton and packing materials. If you need
to ship the unit, for maximum protection, re-pack the unit as it was
originally packed at the factory.

Keeping the exterior surfaces clean

 Do not use volatile liquids such as insecticide spray near the unit.

 Wiping with strong pressure may damage the surface.

 Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the unit for a long

period of time.

Cleaning the unit

To clean the player, use a soft, dry cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty,
use a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution.
Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner, as these
might damage the surface of the unit.

Maintaining the Unit

The unit is a high-tech, precision device. If the optical pick-up lens and disc
drive parts are dirty or worn, the picture quality could be diminished.
For details, please contact your nearest authorized service centre.

Notes on Discs

Handling Discs

Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges so
that fingerprints do not get on the surface. Never stick paper or tape on the
disc.

Storing Discs

After playing, store the disc in its case. Do not expose the disc to direct
sunlight or sources of heat and never leave it in a parked car exposed to
direct sunlight.

Cleaning Discs

Fingerprints and dust on the disc can cause poor picture quality and sound
distortion. Before playing, clean the disc with a clean cloth. Wipe the disc
from the centre out.
Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, thinner, commercially
available cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for older vinyl records.

MUSIC

ACD

AVCHD

DVD

BD

ALL

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Playable Discs

Blu-ray Disc

- Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented

- BD-R/RE discs that contain audio titles, Music or Photo files.

DVD-VIDEO (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented

DVD-R (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

-Video mode and finalized only

- Supports the dual layer disc also

-AVCHD format

- DVD-R discs that contain audio titles, Music or Photo files.

DVD-RW (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

- VR mode, Video mode and finalized only

-AVCHD format

- DVD-RW discs that contain audio titles, Music or Photo files.

DVD+R (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

- Finalized disc only

- Supports the dual layer disc also

-AVCHD format

- DVD+R discs that contain audio titles, Music or Photo files.

DVD+RW (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

-Video mode and finalized only

-AVCHD format

- DVD+RW discs that contain audio titles, Music or Photo files.

Audio CD (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

Audio CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in audio CD format that can be
purchased

CD-R/CD-RW (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

CD-R/CD-RW discs that contain audio titles, Music or Photo files.

Notes:

 Depending on the conditions of the recording equipment or the

CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW) disc itself, some CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW)
discs cannot be played on the unit.

 Do not attach any seal or label to either side (the labeled side or the

recorded side) of a disc.

 Do not use irregularly shaped CDs (e.g., heart-shaped or octagonal).

Doing so may result in malfunctions.

 Depending on the recording software & the finalization, some recorded

discs (CD-R/RW or DVD±R/RW) may not be playable.

 DVD±R/RW and CD-R/RW discs recorded using a personal computer or

a DVD or CD Recorder may not play if the disc is damaged or dirty, or if
there is dirt or condensation on the player’s lens.

 If you record a disc using a personal computer, even if it is recorded in a

compatible format, there are cases in which it may not play because of
the settings of the application software used to create the disc. (Check
with the software publisher for more detailed information.)

 This player requires discs and recordings to meet certain technical stan-

dards in order to achieve optimal playback quality. Pre-recorded DVDs
are automatically set to these standards. There are many different types
of recordable disc formats (including CD-R containing MP3 or WMA
files) and these require certain pre-existing conditions to ensure compat­ible playback.

 Customers should note that permission is required in order to download

MP3 / WMA files and music from the Internet. Our company has no right
to grant such permission. Permission should always be sought from the
copyright owner.

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BD-ROM Disc Features

BD-ROM Discs can store 25 GB (single layer) or 50 GB (dual layer) on a
single sided disc - about 5 to 10 times the capacity of a DVD.
BD-ROM Discs also support the highest quality HD video available in the
industry (up to 1920 x 1080) - Large capacity means no compromise on
video quality. Furthermore, a BD-ROM disc has the same familiar size and
look as DVD.

 The following BD-ROM disc features are disc dependent and will vary.

 Appearance and navigation of features will also vary from disc to disc.

 Not all discs will have the features described below.

 BD-ROM, Hybrid disc have both BD-ROM and DVD (or CD) layers on

one side. On such discs, BD-ROM layer will be only played back in this
player.

Video highlights

The BD-ROM format for movie distribution supports three highly advanced
video codecs, including MPEG-2, MPEG4 AVC (H.264), and SMPTE VC1.
HD video resolutions are also available:

 1920 x 1080 HD

 1280 x 720 HD

Graphic planes

Two individual, full HD resolution (1920x1080) graphic planes (layers) are
available, on top of the HD video layer. One plane is assigned to video­related, frame accurate graphics (like subtitles), and the other plane is
assigned to interactive graphic elements, such as buttons or menus.
For both planes, various wipes, fades and scroll effects may be available.

For High-Definition Playback

To view high-definition contents from BD-ROM discs, an HDTV is required.
Some discs may require HDMI OUT for viewing of high-definition contents.
Ability to view high-definition contents in BD-ROM discs may be limited
depending on the resolution of your TV.

Menu sounds

When you highlight or select a menu option, sounds can be heard such as
button clicks or a voice-over explaining the highlighted menu choice.

Multi-page/PopUp Menus

With DVD-Video, playback is interrupted each time a new menu screen is
accessed. Due to BD-ROM disc’s ability to preload data from the disc with­out interrupting playback, a menu can consist of several pages.
You can browse through the menu pages or select different menu paths,
while the audio and video remain playing in the background.

Interactivity

Certain BD-ROM Discs may contain animated menus and/or trivia games.

User Browsable Slideshows

With BD-ROM Discs, you can browse through various still pictures while
the audio remains playing.

Subtitles

Depending on what is contained on the BD-ROM disc, you may be able to
select different font styles, sizes and colours for some subtitles. Subtitles
may also be animated, scrolled or faded in and out.

BD-J Interactive Capability

The BD-ROM format supports Java for interactive functions. “BD-J” offers
content providers almost unlimited functionality when creating interactive
BD-ROM titles.

BD-ROM Disc Compatibility

This player supports BD-ROM Profile 1.1.

• Discs supporting BONUSVIEW (BD-ROM version 2 Profile 1 version

1.1/Final Standard Profile) that allows Virtual packages or Picture-in­Picture functions to be used.

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Regional Code

This unit has a regional code printed on the rear of the unit. This unit can
play only BD-ROM or DVD discs labeled same as the rear of the unit or
“ALL”.

AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition)

• This player can playback AVCHD format discs. These discs are normally
recorded and used in camcorders.

• The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format.

• The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is capable of compressing images at
higher efficiency than that of the conventional image compressing
format.

• Some AVCHD discs use the “x.v.Colour” format.

• This player can playback AVCHD discs using “x.v.Colour” format.

• Some AVCHD format discs may not play, depending on the recording
condition.

•AVCHD format discs need to be finalized.

• “x.v.Colour” offers a wider colour range than normal DVD camcorder
discs.

Compatibility Notes

• Because BD-ROM is a new format, certain disc, digital connection and
other compatibility issues are possible. If you experience compatibility
problems, please contact an authorized Customer Service Centre.

•Viewing high-definition content and up-converting standard DVD content
may require a HDMI-capable input or HDCP-capable DVI input on your
display device.

• Some BD-ROM and DVD discs may restrict the use of some operation
commands or features.

• Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD are supported with maxi­mum 7.1 channels if you use HDMI connection for the audio output of
the unit.

•You can use a USB Flash Drive that is used to store some disc related
information, including downloaded on-line content. The disc you are
using will control how long this information is retained.

Certain System Requirements

For high definition video playback:

• High definition display that has HDMI input jacks.

• BD-ROM disc with high definition content.

• HDMI or HDCP capable DVI input on your display device is required for
some content (as specified by disc authors).

• For up-conversion of standard definition DVD, a HDMI or HDCP capable
DVI input on your display device is required for copy protected content.

For Dolby

®

Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD multi-channel audio

playback:

• An amplifier/receiver with a built-in (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus,
Dolby TrueHD, DTS or DTS-HD) decoder.

• Main, center, surround speakers and subwoofer as necessary for cho­sen format.

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Remote control

      a     

POWER (1): Switches the player ON or OFF.

0-9 numerical buttons: Select numbered options in a

menu.

RESOLUTION: Sets the output resolution for HDMI
jacks.

OPEN/CLOSE (Z): Opens and closes the disc tray.

TV Control Buttons: See page 31.

CLEAR: Removes a mark on the search menu or a

number when setting the password.

      b     

SCAN (m / M): Searches backward or forward.
SKIP (. / >): Go to next or previous chapter /

track / file.

PAUSE (X): Pauses playback.
PLAY (N): Starts playback.
STOP (x): Stops playback.

      c     

HOME: Displays or exits the [Home Menu].

DISC MENU: Accesses menu on a disc.
RETURN (O): Exits the menu or resumes playback.

The resume play function may work depending on the
BD-ROM disc.

DISPLAY: Displays or exits On-Screen Display.

Direction buttons: Selects an option in the menu.

ENTER ( ): Acknowledges menu selection.

AUDIO ( ): Selects an audio language or audio

channel.

SUBTITLE - ON/OFF: Switches the subtitle on or off.

SUBTITLE ( ): Selects a subtitle language.

TITLE/POP-UP: Displays the DVD title menu or

BD-ROM’s popup menu, if available.

      d     

Coloured (A, B, C, D) buttons: Use to navigate
BD-ROM menus. They are also used for [MOVIE],
[PHOTO] and [MUSIC] menu.

MARKER: Marks any point during playback.

SEARCH: Displays or exits the search menu.

REPEAT: Repeat a desired section or sequence.

ZOOM: Displays or exits the [Zoom] menu.

Remote Control Operation

Point the Remote Control at the remote sensor and
press the buttons.

Remote Control Battery Installation

Remove the battery cover on the rear of the Remote
Control, and insert a R03 (size AAA) battery with and

matched correctly.

POWER

TV

PLAY

HOME

a

b

c

d

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TV

POWER

SCAN SKIP

PLAY

PAUSE STOP

HOME

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a Disc Tray

Insert a disc here.

b Z (OPEN/CLOSE)

Opens or closes the disc tray.

c11(POWER)

Switches the unit ON or OFF.

d Display Window

Shows the current status of the player.

e Remote Sensor

Point the remote control here.

f N / X (PLAY / PAUSE)

Starts playback.
Pause playback temporarily,
press again to exit pause mode.

g x (STOP)

Stops playback.

h . / > (SKIP)

Go to next or previous file/track/chapter.

i USB Port

Connect a USB Flash Drive.

Front panel

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