Pioneer AVH-P8400BT User Manual

Owner’s Manual

DVD RDS AV RECEIVER

AVH-P8400BT

English

Contents

Thank you for purchasing this PIONEER product.

To ensure proper use, please read through this manual before using this product. It is especially important that you read and observe WARNINGs and CAUTIONsin this manual. Please keep the manual in a safe and accessible place for future refer-

ence.

Be sure to read this

! DVD video disc region numbers 7 ! Handling guidelines 104

Precautions

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 5 To ensure safe driving 5 To avoid battery exhaustion 6

Before you start

About this unit 7 Operating environment 7 In case of trouble 8 Adjusting the response positions of the

touch panels (Touch Panel Calibration) 8

What’s what

Head unit 9 Optional remote control 9

Basic operations

Basic operations 10 USB/iPod 1 and USB/iPod 2 12 Operating the scroll icon and the scrubber

bar 12 Activating the touch panel keys 13 Common operations for menu settings/

lists 13 Adjusting the LCD panel angle 13 Ejecting a disc 13 Ejecting an SD 14 Removing the front panel 14 Attaching the front panel 14 Setting the clock 15 Resetting the microprocessor 15 Demo mode 15

Tuner

Introduction of tuner operations 16 Introduction of TV tuner operations 17

Playing moving images

Introduction of video playback

operations 18

Playing audio

Introduction of sound playback

operations 21

Advanced App Mode

Introduction of Advanced App Mode

operation 25

Using MIXTRAX

Introduction of MIXTRAX operation 27 Introduction of MIXTRAX EZ operation 27

Playing still images

Introduction of still image playback

operations 28

Bluetooth telephone

Introduction of Bluetooth telephone

operations 30

Detailed instructions

Storing and recalling stations 32 Displaying radio text 32 Storing and recalling radio text 32 Storing the strongest stations 32 Tuning in to strong signals 32 Receiving traffic announcements 33 Using PTY functions 33 Switching the media file type 34 Operating the DVD menu 34 Operating this unit’s iPod function from your

iPod 35 Random play (shuffle) 35 Repeating playback 35 Playing videos from your iPod 36 Playing videos from USB storage device and

SD 36 Browsing for a video/music on the iPod 36

Contents

Resume playback (Bookmark) 37 Frame-by-frame playback 37 Slow motion playback 38 Searching for the part you want to play 38 Changing audio language during playback

(Multi-audio) 38

Changing the subtitle language during

playback (Multi-subtitle) 38

Changing the viewing angle during playback

(Multi-angle) 39 Return to the specified scene 39 Selecting audio output 39 PBC playback 39 Selecting tracks from the track title list 39 Selecting files from the file name list 40 Using sound retriever 40 Changing audiobook speed 40 Displaying lists related to the currently

playing song (Link Search) 40 Setting the Advanced Display Resolution 40 Music Browse mode 40 Playing DivXâ VOD content 41 Capture an image in JPEG files 41 Changing the wide screen mode 41 Calling a number in the phone book 42 Selecting a number by alphabet search

mode 42 Inverting names in phone book 43 Using the missed, received and dialed call

lists 43 Setting automatic answering 44 Adjusting the other party’s listening

volume 44 Switching the ring tone 44 Using the preset dial lists 44 Making a call by entering phone number 45 Setting the private mode 45

Menu operations

Introduction of menu operations 46 Audio adjustments 47

Digital Signal Processor 50 Setting up the Video player 60 System settings 64 Favorite menu 72 Introduction of Bluetooth connection menu

operations 73

Introduction of Theme setting menu

operations 75

Other functions

Setting rear monitor output 77 Adjusting the response positions of the

touch panels (Touch Panel

Calibration) 77 Using an AUX source 77 Using an external unit 78

Installation

Connecting the units 80 Installation 91

Additional information

Troubleshooting 95 Error messages 97 Understanding auto EQ error

messages 101 Understanding messages 101 Indicator list 102 Handling guidelines 104 Compressed audio compatibility (disc, USB,

SD) 107 iPod compatibility 108 Sequence of audio files 108 Using the display correctly 109 Bluetooth profiles 110 Copyright and trademark 110 Language code chart for DVD 114 Specifications 115

Precautions

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Please read all of these instructions regarding your display and retain them for future reference.

1 Read this manual fully and carefully be-

fore operating your display.

2 Keep this manual handy as a reference for

operating procedures and safety information.

3 Pay close attention to all warnings in this

manual and follow the instructions carefully.

4 Do not allow other persons to use this sys-

tem until they have read and understood the operating instructions.

5 Do not install the display where it may (i)

obstruct the driver’s vision, (ii) impair the performance of any of the vehicle’s operating systems or safety features, including air bags, hazard lamp buttons or (iii) impair the driver’s ability to safely operate the vehicle.

6 Do not operate this display if doing so in

any way will divert your attention from the safe operation of your vehicle. Always observe safe driving rules and follow all existing traffic regulations. If you experience difficulty in operating the system or reading the display, park your vehicle in a safe location and make necessary adjustments.

7 Please remember to wear your seat belt at

all times while operating your vehicle. If you are ever in an accident, your injuries can be considerably more severe if your seat belt is not properly buckled.

8 Never use headphones while driving. 9 To promote safety, certain functions are

disabled unless the parking brake is on, and the vehicle is not in motion.

10 Never set the volume of your display so

high that you cannot hear outside traffic and emergency vehicles.

WARNING

Precautions

Do not attempt to install or service your display by yourself. Installation or servicing of the display by persons without training and experience in electronic equipment and automotive accessories may be dangerous and could expose you to the risk of electric shock or other hazards.

To ensure safe driving

WARNING

! LIGHT GREEN LEAD AT POWER CON-

NECTOR IS DESIGNED TO DETECT PARKED STATUS AND MUST BE CONNECTED TO THE POWER SUPPLY SIDE OF THE PARKING BRAKE SWITCH. IMPROPER CONNECTION OR USE OF THIS LEAD MAY VIOLATE APPLICABLE LAW AND MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DAMAGE.

! To avoid the risk of damage and injury and the

potential violation of applicable laws, this unit is not for use with a video screen that is visible to the driver.

! To avoid the risk of accident and the potential

violation of applicable laws, no viewing of front seat video should ever occur while the vehicle is being driven. Also, rear displays should not be in a location where they are visibly distracting to the driver.

! In some countries or states the viewing of

images on a display inside a vehicle even by persons other than the driver may be illegal. Where such regulations apply, they must be obeyed and this unit’s video features should not be used.

When you attempt to watch a video image while driving, the warning “Viewing of front

seat video source while driving is strictly prohibited.” will appear on the front display.

To watch a video image on the front display, park your vehicle in a safe place and apply the parking brake.

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Precautions

When using a display connected to V OUT

Passengers in the rear seat can also watch videos or the TV if you connect this unit to a display using the V OUT.

WARNING

NEVER install the rear display in a location

where the driver can watch videos or the TV while driving.

When using the rear view camera

With an optional rear view camera, this unit can be used as an aid to keep an eye on trailers, or when backing into a tight parking spot.

WARNING

! SCREEN IMAGE MAY APPEAR RE-

VERSED.

! USE INPUT ONLY FOR REVERSE OR

MIRROR IMAGE REAR VIEW CAMERA. OTHER USE MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DAMAGE.

CAUTION

! The rear view camera function is to be used

as an aid to keep an eye on trailers, or while backing up. Do not use for entertainment purposes.

! Please note that the edges of the rear view

camera images may differ slightly according to whether full screen images are displayed when backing up, and whether the images are used for checking the rear when the vehicle is moving forward.

turns to its initial condition. We recommend that you transcribe the audio adjustment data.

WARNING

Do not use with vehicles that do not feature an ACC position.

To avoid battery exhaustion

Keep the vehicle engine running when using this unit to avoid draining the battery power. ! When no power is supplied to this unit,

such as when the vehicle battery is being replaced, the microcomputer of this unit re-

Before you start

If you want to dispose this product, do not mix it with general household waste. There is a separate collection system for used electronic products in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling.

CAUTION

This product is a class 1 laser product classified under the Safety of laser products, IEC 60825-1:2007, and contains a class 1M laser module. To ensure continued safety, do not remove any covers or attempt to gain access to the inside of the product. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.

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Before you start

Private households in the member states of the EU, in Switzerland and Norway may return their used electronic products free of charge to designated collection facilities or to a retailer (if you purchase a similar new one). For countries not mentioned above, please contact your local authorities for the correct method of disposal. By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health.

About this unit

The tuner frequencies on this unit are allocated for use in Western Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa and Oceania. Use in other areas may result in poor reception. The RDS (radio data system) function only operates in areas with broadcasting RDS signals for FM stations.

CAUTION—CLASS 1M VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN, DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.

CAUTION

! Do not allow this unit to come into contact

with liquids. Electrical shock could result. Also, damage to this unit, smoke, and overheating could result from contact with liquids.

! Keep this manual handy for future reference. ! Always keep the volume low enough to hear

outside sounds.

! Avoid exposure to moisture. ! If the battery is disconnected or discharged,

any preset memory will be erased.

DVD video disc region numbers

Only DVD video discs with compatible region numbers can be played on this player. You can find the region number of the player on the bottom of this unit and in this manual (refer to Specifications on page 115).

Operating environment

This unit should be used within the temperature ranges shown below. Operating temperature range: –10 °C to +60 °C EN300328 ETC test temperature: –20 °C and +55 °C

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Before you start

In case of trouble

Should this product fail to operate properly, please contact your dealer or nearest authorized Pioneer Service Station.

Adjusting the response positions of the touch panels (Touch Panel Calibration)

If you feel that the touch panel keys on the screen deviate from the actual positions that respond to your touch, adjust the response positions of the touch panel. Refer to Adjusting

the response positions of the touch panels (Touch Panel Calibration) on page 77.

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What’s what

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Head unit

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1 RESET 7 c/d (TRK)

2 SRC/OFF 8

+/– (VOLUME/

VOL)

4 MUTE a Disc loading slot

h (eject) Refer to Ejecting a disc on page 13. Refer to Ejecting an SD on page 14. Refer to Adjusting

the LCD panel angle

on page 13. Refer to Removing the front panel on page 14.

Auto EQ microphone input jack Use to connect an auto EQ microphone.

Part Part

HOME

Displaying the HOME display. The display returns to the Launcher screen while a 3rdparty application is

being used in Advanced App Mode. Doubleclicking the icon on the Launcher screen returns the display to the

HOME display.

MODE

Turning the information display off.

SD memory card

slot

CAUTION

! Do not use unauthorized products. ! When inserting an SD card into the card slot,

make sure that the label is facing up and press the card until it clicks and completely locks into place.

Notes

! When the navigation system is connected,

press MODE to switch to the navigation display. Press MODE and hold to turn the display off. Press MODE again to turn the display on.

! For details on how to operate a navigation sys-

tem from this unit, refer to its operation manual. When an iPhone that is running an application that supports Advanced App Mode is connected, press MODE to switch to the application display. You can use the application by touching the display.

! About the way to connect the USB portable

audio player/USB memory to this unit, refer to

When connecting with optional CD-IU201V cable on page 85.

What’s what

Optional remote control

The remote contr ol CD-R33 is sold separately.

For details concerning operations, see the remote control manual.

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Basic operations

HOME display (Front)

Disc

Radio

FRONT

Bluetooth Audio AUX AV

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AudioVideo

HOME display (Rear)

RearView

EXT1

OFF

BluetoothFavoriteThemeSystem

USB/iPod1 USB/iPod2

Settings

USB/iPod1

DiscMirror SD

REAR

OFF

AudioVideo

Settings

BluetoothFavoriteThemeSystem

Flick/drag the icon to switch between Front and Rear for HOME display. Make sure to touch the display to flick/drag them. The following section describes how to switch the output source for the rear monitor. Refer to Setting rear monitor output on page 77.

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Source icon Selecting a favorite source. When the source icon is not displayed, it can be displayed by pressing the home key or touching

Displaying the rear view image by turning the rear view image on. When the rear view image is displayed, you can switch to the source display by touching the display. You can operate from the source display temporarily at this time. If you do not perform any operations within a few seconds, the display will return to the rear view image. To turn off the rear view image, press HOME to return to the HOME display and then press the touch key again. This unit can be setup to display the rear view image automatically when you move the shift lever to the REVERSE (R) position. For details about the settings, refer to Setting the rear view camera (back up camera) on page 67.

Turning the source off.

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Displaying the Bluetooth connection menu.

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Switching to HOME display 1 Press HOME when you want to switch the dis-

Turning the source on using the buttons 1 Press SRC/OFF to turn the source on.

Turning the source off using the buttons 1 Press SRC/OFF and hold until the source turns

play.

off.

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Refer to Introduction of Bluetooth connection menu operations on page 73.

Displaying the Theme menu. Refer to Introduction of

Theme setting menu operations on page 75.

Displaying the menu. Refer to Menu operations on page 46.

Displaying the source menu.

Switching to clock adjustment display. Refer to Setting the clock on page 15.

Selecting a source using the buttons 1 Press SRC/OFF to cycle through the sources

listed below:

Selecting a source using the tou ch panel keys 1 Touch the source icon and then touch the desired

source name.

! Radio – Radio ! Disc – Built-in DVD player ! USB/iPod 1 – USB/iPod 1 ! USB/iPod 2 – USB/iPod 2 ! SD – SD memory card ! Bluetooth Audio – Built-in Bluetooth audio ! AUX – AUX ! AV – AV input ! TV – TV tuner ! EXT 1 – External unit 1 ! EXT 2 – External unit 2 ! When the source icon is not displayed, it can be

displayed by touching the screen.

! While operating the menu, you cannot select a

source by touching the source icon.

Adjusting the volume

1 Press +/– (VOLUME/VOL) to adjust the volume.

Notes

! In this manual, iPod and iPhone will be re-

ferred to as “iPod”.

! The USB/iPod 1 or USB/iPod 2 icon will

change as follows: — USB 1 is displayed when a USB storage de-

vice is connected to USB input 1.

— iPod 1 is displayed when an iPod is con-

nected to USB input 1.

— USB 2 is displayed when a USB storage de-

vice is connected to USB input 2.

— iPod 2 is displayed when an iPod is con-

nected to USB input 2.

— STEEZ is displayed when a

STEEZ PORTABLE (Pioneer product) is

connected to USB input 1 or USB input 2.

— USB/iPod 1 or USB/iPod 2 is displayed

when no device is connected.

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Basic operations

! An external unit refers to a Pioneer product,

such as those which will be available in the future. Although incompatible as a source, the basic functions of up to two external units can be controlled with this unit. When two external units are connected, the external units are automatically allocated to external unit 1 or external unit 2.

USB/iPod 1 and USB/iPod 2

This unit has USB/iPod 1 and USB/iPod 2 sources. In USB/iPod 2, the following functions are not available.

— Advanced App Mode — Rear monitor output

Operating the scroll icon and the scrubber bar

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FR:0

SonicCenter Control

Fader/Balance

Loudness

Graphic EQ

Subwoofer

Auto EQ

Bass Booster

Sonic Center Control

High Pass Filter

Loudness

Source Level Adjuster

Subwoofer

F/R 0

Powerful

Off

LR:0

L/R 0

OFF

1 Scroll icon

Appears when selectable items are hidden.

2 Scrubber bar

Appears when items cannot be displayed on a single page only.

Viewing the hidden items 1 Touch the scroll icon or drag the scrubber bar to

view any hidden items.

! Also, you can drag the list to view any hidden

items.

Specifying the playback point 1 Drag the scrubber bar on the screen.

(Not available when the scrubber bar is grayed out.)

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Switching the touch keys on the display.

Displaying the EQ (Audio function menu). Refer to Using the equalizer on page 47.

Displaying the Favorite menu. Refer to Favorite menu on page 72.

Adjusting the LCD panel angle

CAUTION

Keep hands and fingers clear of the unit when opening, closing, or adjusting the LCD panel. Be especially cautious of children’s hands and fingers.

1 Press h(eject) to display the ejecting menu.

2 Adjust the LCD panel to an easily viewable angle.

Laying the panel down.

Returning the panel to the upright position.

Basic operations

Common operations for menu settings/lists

Starting the Bluetooth telephone menu. Refer to Introduction of Bluetooth telephone operations on page 30.

Displaying the list menu. Starting the search function.

# As the set angle is saved, the LCD panel will automatically be adjusted to the same position the next time the LCD panel is opened.

Ejecting a disc

CAUTION

Keep hands and fingers clear of the unit when opening, closing, or adjusting the LCD panel. Be especially cautious of children’s hands and fingers.

1 Press h(eject) to display the ejecting menu.

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2 Eject a disc.

Ejecting a disc.

Ejecting an SD

1 Press h(eject) to display the ejecting menu.

2 Eject an SD.

Ejecting an SD.

3 Press an SD to eject.

Removing the front panel

CAUTION

! Do not attempt to detach the front panel while

DISC/SD is in the eject position.

! Do not attempt to detach the front panel while

data is being written to USB/SD. Doing so may cause the data to become corrupted.

! After the front panel has been detached, the

attaching plate will move back to its original position automatically. Be careful not to let hands or other objects get caught behind the monitor as it is moving back.

! Please make sure that the front panel is in its

original position while the vehicle is in motion. It is dangerous to drive with the front panel sticking out.

! Do not place beverages or other objects on

top of the front panel while it is fully open.

! Avoid subjecting the front panel to excessive

shock.

! Keep the front panel out of direct sunlight and

high temperatures.

! If removed, replace the front panel on the unit

before starting up your vehicle.

1 Press h (eject) to release the front panel.

2 Touch the detach key.

The front panel automatically slides toward you.

3 Slide the dial at the bottom of the front panel to the right, and lift up the front panel while pushing down on the dial.

4 Put the front panel into the provided protective case for safe keeping.

Attaching the front panel

1 Slide the front panel into the top of the unit and push it into place.

Slide the inserter on the front panel into the insertion slot on top of the unit and push it into place.

Important

! Handle gently when removing or attaching

the front panel.

Basic operations

2 Push on the bottom of the front panel until it clicks into place.

! When strange or incorrect messages ap-

pear on the display

1 Turn the ignition switch OFF.

2 Press RESET with a pen tip or other pointed instrument.

RESET button

Note

Switch your engine ON or set the ignition switch to ACC ON before pressing RESET in the following situations:

! After completing connections ! When erasing all stored settings ! When resetting the unit to its initial (factory)

settings

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Basic operations

Setting the clock

1 Switch to Clock Adjustment display.

Refer to Basic operations on page 10.

2 Select the item to set.

3 Touch a or b to set the correct date and time.

Resetting the microprocessor

By pressing RESET, you can reset the microprocessor to its initial settings without changing the bookmark information. The microprocessor must be reset in the following situations: ! Before using this unit for the first time after

installation

! If the unit fails to operate properly

Demo mode

The feature demo automatically starts when you select Off for the source and continues while the ignition switch is set to ACC or ON. To cancel the feature demo, press and hold MUTE. Press and hold MUTE again to restart. Operating the feature demo while the car engine is turned off it may drain the battery power.

Important

Failure to connect the red lead (ACC) of this unit to a terminal coupled with ignition switch on/off operations may lead to battery drain.

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Tuner

Introduction of tuner operations

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Selecting a band (FM1, FM2 or FM3) by touching the left icon. Switching to the MW/ LW band by touching the right icon. The icon for the selected band is highlighted.

Displaying the PTY informa-

News

Local

tion Refer to Using PTY functions on page 33.

Displaying radio text Refer to Displaying radio text on page 32. Storing and recalling radio text. Refer to Storing and recalling radio text on page 32.

Turning news program interruption on or off. Refer to Using news program interruption on page 33.

Turning TA (traffic announcement standby) on or off. Refer to Receiving traffic an- nouncements on page 33.

Setting the local seek level. Refer to Tuning in to strong signals on page 32.

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Tuning up or down manually. Touch and hold for more than

Displaying the preset channel list. Refer to Storing and recalling stations on page 32.

Refer to Storing the strongest stations on page

32.

9 Select a preset channel.

Switching preset channels using the buttons 1 Press c or d (TRK).

Seek tuning using the buttons 1 Press and hold c or d (TRK).

two seconds to skip stations. Seek tuning starts as soon as you release. Touch again to cancel seek tuning.

Notes

! Noise may be generated when listening to

MW/LW radio while charging an iPod with this unit. In such cases, disconnect the iPod from the unit.

! Touch panel keys not listed under Introduction

of tuner operations may appear on the display. Refer to Indicator list on page 102.

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Introduction of TV tuner operations

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You can use this unit to control a TV tuner, such as the GEX-P5700TVP (sold separately).

For details concerning operation, refer to the TV tuner’s operation manual. This section provides information on TV operations with this unit, which differs from that described in the TV tuner’s operation manual.

Touch panel keys

TV1

Selecting a band.

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Switching preset channels using the buttons 1 Press c or d (TRK).

Seek tuning using the buttons 1 Press and hold c or d (TRK).

Notes

! Refer to Setting the video signal on page 68 to

set the TV signal.

! Refer to Selecting the area group on page 68 to

select the area group.

! Touch panel keys not listed under Introduction

of TV tuner operations may appear on the dis-

play. Refer to Indicator list on page 102.

Tuner

Displaying the preset screen. Refer to Storing and recalling stations on page

32.

Refer to Storing the strongest stations on page

32.

6 Select a preset channel.

Tuning up or down manually. Touch and hold for more than two seconds to skip stations. Seek tuning starts as soon as you release. Touch again to cancel seek tuning.

Changing the screen mode. Refer to Changing the wide screen mode on page 41.

Touch to turn BSSM on. Refer to Storing the strongest stations on page 32.

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Playing moving images

Introduction of video playback operations

You can view DVD/DVD-R/DVD-RW/CD/CD-R/ CD-RW/USB/SD/iPod. ! Depending on your iPod, there may not be

any output unless you use CD-IU201S/CDIU201V (sold separately). Be sure to use CD-IU201S/CD-IU201V to connect your iPod.

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