Raymarine 45STV SATELLITE User Manual

Raymarine 45STV Satellite TV System

Owner’s Handbook

Document Number: 81258-2 Date: August 2005

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Contents

Important information .........................................................................................3

Introduction .................................................................................................... 3

Safety notices ................................................................................................. 3

Product installation ..................................................................................... 3

Geographic location ....................................................................................... 4

Television reception ........................................................................................ 4

EMC conformance .......................................................................................... 5

Declaration of conformity ............................................................................... 5

Warranty ......................................................................................................... 5

Handbook information ................................................................................... 5

What does a typical system look like? ............................................................. 6

Installation ..............................................................................................................7

EMC installation guidelines ............................................................................ 7

What’s in the box?.... ...................................................................................... 8

What tools do I need to install my TV system?.... ............................................ 9

How do I plan the installation?.... ................................................................. 10

Cables .................................................................................................. 10

Power requirements ............................................................................. 11

Extending the cables ..................................................................................... 11

How do I install the ACU?.... ......................................................................... 12

ACU dimensions ................................................................................... 12

Installing the ACU ................................................................................ 12

How do I install the antenna?.... ................................................................... 14

Preparing the antenna ......................................................................... 14

Preparing the mount ............................................................................ 14

Securing the antenna ........................................................................... 14

How do I connect the system cables?.... ........................................................ 15

Connecting the antenna ....................................................................... 15

Connecting the ACU ............................................................................. 15

How do I configure the system?... ................................................................. 16

Single IRD ............................................................................................. 16

Twin IRDs ............................................................................................. 17

Three or four IRDs ................................................................................. 17

System set up .......................................................................................................21

Introduction .................................................................................................. 21

Set up using the ACU .................................................................................... 22

Start up ................................................................................................ 22

Changing the default satellite .............................................................. 22

Monitoring the current status of the antenna ....................................... 23

Set up mode ......................................................................................... 24

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Setting the satellite pair ........................................................................25

Setting the GPS .....................................................................................27

Edit satellite information ......................................................................29

Setting the local frequency ...................................................................33

Setting the DiSEqC method ...................................................................35

Display version ..................................................................................... 36

Setting antenna go position .................................................................37

Setting antenna move step ................................................................... 39

Setting defaults .................................................................................... 40

Set up using the Graphical User Interface ......................................................41

GUI main menu .................................................................................... 42

Serial port set up ...................................................................................43

The GUI control soft keys ......................................................................44

Setting the GPS .....................................................................................45

Editing the satellite information ...........................................................47

Setting antenna angle, move step and diagnosis. ................................. 48

Setting the skew angle .................................................................................. 50

Maintenance and troubleshooting ...................................................................51

Introduction ..................................................................................................51

Maintenance .................................................................................................51

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................51

Antenna diagnosis ................................................................................54

Technical support ..........................................................................................56

Satellite information ..........................................................................................57

Introduction ..................................................................................................57

Satellite coverage areas ................................................................................ 57

European satellites ...............................................................................57

US satellites ..........................................................................................61

Satellite coverage by geographic location .....................................................62

Europe ..................................................................................................62

Satellite tracking ........................................................................................... 64

Satellite service providers ..............................................................................64

European satellites ...............................................................................65

North American satellites .....................................................................66

Appendix A:Technical specification ................................................................. 67

Appendix B: List of abbreviations .....................................................................71

Raymarine World Wide Warranty ...................................................................... 73

Raymarine Inc. ..............................................................................................73

Raymarine UK Ltd. ........................................................................................75

Important information 3

Important information

Introduction

This handbook contains an explanation of how to install, connect and maintain your Raymarine 45 STV Satellite TV system.

The 45 STV Satellite TV system provides uninterrupted television access to hundreds of TV channels in all types of weather conditions.

On the open sea or at the dock, the 45 STV automatically identifies, acquires and tracks compatible signals from all digi tal video broadcast (DVB) satellites.

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INTENDED USE - The intended applicat ion for the Raymarine 45 STV

Satellite TV system is for leisure marine boats and workboats not covered by IMO carriage regulations. IT IS NOT intended for installation and use in any other situation.

Safety notices

WARNING: Product installation This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in this handbook. Failure to do so could result in poor product performance, personal injury and/or damage to your boat.

CAUTION: In-line fuse If you do not have a breaker in the power circuit, an in-line 5 A quick blow fuse should be fitted to the positive (white) lead of the power cable.

However, no machine can perform its intended function unless installed, operated and maintained properly. Please carefully read and follow the recommended procedures contained in this handbook.

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CAUTION: Antenna unit cover To prevent damage to the antenna unit cover always use the base plate when lifting the unit.

CAUTION: Connectors Take care not to damage the exposed connectors below the base plate when moving the unit. DO NOT use these connectors to lift the unit.

CAUTION: Transit packaging Before installing or operating the unit, open the unit cover and remove the foam transit packaging inserts from the unit base.

CAUTION: Antenna coating Application of paint or other finishes to the antenna unit exterior may degrade performance beyond acceptable limits.

CAUTION: Product disposal When you want to dispose of this product (for example, at the end of its working life), please do so in accordance with local regulations.

Geographic location

Your Raymarine 45 STV Satellite TV system is programmed to receive signals from either North American TV satellites or European TV satellites according to your location. You cannot receive North American TV satellite signals on a European system, or European TV satellite signals on a North American system. If your geographic location changes it will be necessary to change the antenna low noise block (LNB) for one appropriate to the area in which you are operating. You may also need to change your IRD(s) and TV receivers. For full details of changing your geographic area of operation refer to “Satellite coverage by geogra phic location” on page 62.

Television reception

For full functionality of your Raymarine 45 STV Satellite TV system, it is necessary to subscribe to the relevant service(s) from the appropriate service provider(s). Full details of service providers can be found in “Satellite information” on page 57.

Important information 5

EMC conformance

All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the leisure marine market.

The design and manufacture of Raymarine equipment and accessori es conform to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct installation is required to ensure that performance is not compromised.

Declaration of conformity

This product conforms with EU Directive 89/336/EC and is labelled with the CE conformity mark.

Warranty

To register your Raymarine 45 STV Satellite TV system ownership, please take a few minutes to fill out the warranty registration card found in the box, or visit

www.raymarine.com and register on-line.

It is important that you register your product to receive full warranty benefits. Your system package includes a barcode label indicating the serial number of the unit. You should stick this label to the warranty registration card.

Handbook information

To the best of our knowledge, the information in this handbook was correct as it went to press. However, Raymarine cannot accept liability for any inaccuracies or omissions it may contain. In addition, our policy of continuous product improvement may change specifications without notice. As a result Raymarine cannot accept lability for any differences between the product and the handbook.

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What does a typical system look like?

Raymarine 45 STV Satelite TV Antenna

DC Power

Note:

separately.

Satellite Receiver (IRD)

Antenna

Control Unit

Television

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Satellite receivers, televisions and subscription services must be purchased

Installation 7

Installation

EMC installation guidelines

All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the recreational marine environment.

Their design and manufacture conforms to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct installation is required to ensure that performance is not compromised. Although every effort has been taken to ensure that they will perform under all conditions, it is important to understand what factors could affect the operation of the product.

The guidelines given here describe the conditions for optimum EMC performance, but it is recognized that it may not be possible to meet all of these conditions in all situations. To ensure the best possible conditions for EMC performance within the constraints imposed by any location, always ensure the maximum separation possible between different items of electrical equipment.

For optimum EMC performance, it is recommended that wherever possible:

•Raymarine equipment and cables connected to it are:

• At least 3 ft. (1m) from any othe r equipment transmitting or carrying radio sig nals. In the case of Single Side Band (SSB) radio, the distance should be increased to 7 ft. (2m).

• More than 7 ft. (2m) from the path of a radar beam. A rada r beam can normally be assumed to spread 20 degrees above and below the radiating element.

•The equipment is supplied from a separate battery to that used for engine start. Voltage drops below 10 V, and starter motor transients, can cause the equipment to reset. This will not damage the equipment, but may cause the loss of some information and may change the operating mode.

•Raymarine specified cables are used. Cutting and rejoining these cables can compromise EMC performance and must be avoided unless doing so is detailed in the installation manual.

Suppression Ferrite

If a suppression ferrite is attached to a cable, this ferrite should not be removed. If the ferrite needs t o be removed during installation it must be reassembled in the same position.

The illustration shows typical cable suppression ferrites used with

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Raymarine equipment. Always use the ferrites supplied by Raymarin e.

Connections to other equipment

If your Raymarine equipment is to be connected to other equipment using a cable not supplied by Raymarine, a suppressio n ferrite MUST always be attached to the cable near to the Raymarine unit.

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What’s in the box?....

Raymarine 45 STV Antenna Unit

houses the antenna positioning mechanism, low noise block (LNB), power supply and c ontrol elements within a molded glass fiber radome.

Connectors on the underside of the base plate join the power, signal and control cabling from the below decks units.

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Antenna Control Unit (ACU)

controls power to the antenna unit via the On/Off switch. The three soft keys enable satellite programming and antenna diagnostics to be carried out.

Installation kit

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contains the items required for securing the antenna unit and ACU to your boat.

• 4 x Hexagonal bolts.

•4 x Spring washers.

• 4 x Flat washers.

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• 4 x Self tapping screws.

System cables

Your Raymarine 45 STV package also includes the following cables:

• RO8134 - 15 m Power and Data cable - used for connecting the antenna and ACU.

• RO8133 - 10 m Power cable - used for connecting the ACU to the DC power supply.

• RO 8135 - 15 m RF cable - used for connecting the Antenna and Integrated Receiver Decoder (IRD).

• RO8138 - 1.8 m PC cable - used for connecting the ACU to a personal computer for

system set up and diagnostics.

CD-ROM

Contains the software for programming your system and carrying out system diagnostics using a personal computer.

Installation 9

What tools do I need to install my TV system?....

Power drill

80 mm (3 in)

hole saw

13 mm (1/2in)

spanner

Socket wrench

5 mm

Allen key

Pencil

Suitable waterproof

sealant

13 mm (1/2 in)

socket

Cross-head

screwdriver

10 mm (3/8 in)

drill

Adhesive tape

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How do I plan the installation?....

Clear view of sky

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When choosing a location for the antenna, consider the following points:

• Make sure you place it where there is an all round clear view of the horizon.

• It should not be too high above the water - the maximum recommended height is one not exceeding half the length of your boat.

• It should be as near to the centerline of the boat as possible.

• The mounting platform should be rigid and not subject to excessive vibration.

• It should be away from the edge of the boat - this will avoid unnecessary motion

Min 1.2 m (4 ft)

which can affect reception.

Above the beam

Below the beam

It should be clear of any radar as this may prevent

In the

the antenna working correctly.

beam

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Make sure nearby objects do not block the antenna. It requires a +15

to +900 look angle

to receive satellite signals

Cables

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Mast

You need to consider the following points before installing the system cables:

• All cables need to be adequately clamped and protected from physical damage and exposure to heat - avoid running cables through bilges, doorways, or close to moving objects.

• Acute bends must be avoided.

• Where a cable passes through an exposed bulkhead or deckhead, a watertight gland or swan neck tube should be used.

+15

Blocked!

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Power requirements

You need to consider the following power requirements:

• Your Raymarine 45 STV Satellite TV system has been designed to work on a boat’s power supply rated at 12 V DC.

• If your boats power supply is rated at 24 V DC you will need to install a suitable DC power inverter to reduce the supply voltage to 12 V DC.

• If your IRD(s) and television(s) require a 220/240 V AC power supply, you will need to install a suitable DC to AC converter to operate the units from your boat’s DC power supply.

Extending the cables

The cables that have been supplied with your satellite TV system should be of adequate length to complete the installation on most boats. However, should it be necessary to extend a cable the following points should be considered:

Power and data cable

This cable is supplied at a length of 15 m.

If a longer length is required you should replace this cable with Part No. E96007 which will extend the available cable length to 30m.

Power cable

This cable is supplied at a length of 10 m.

If a longer length is required you should replace this cable with Part No. E96006 which will extend the available cable length to 30 m.

RF cable

This cable is supplied at a length of 15 m.

If a longer length is required you should replace this cable with Part No. E96008 which will extend the available cable length to 30m. Additional length can be achieved by joining the supplied RF cable and the extension together to give a maximum available cable length of 45m.

Note:

The stated cable lengths should not be exceeded as this may result in reduced

performance of your system.

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How do I install the ACU?....

ACU dimensions

The dimensions of the ACU are shown below:

195 mm (7.67 in)

160 mm (6.3 in)

65 mm (2.56 in)

195 mm (7.67 in) 224.6 mm (8.84 in)

Installing the ACU

The ACU should be installed below decks, in a position that is:

•dry.

• well ventilated.

• easily accessible. The ACU should be installed using the two fixing brackets supplied. These

brackets can be placed on the sides of the unit to provide a top or bottom fix.

229 mm (9.0 in)

62.7 mm (2.47 in)

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To install the ACU:

1. Select the installation site, ensuring that the proposed site meets the criteria

described above.

2. Using the screws supplied fix the mounting brackets to the sides of the ACU.

3. Place the ACU in the position where it is going to be installed.

4. Connect the cables to the rear of the ACU.

5. Using a pencil, mark the 4 hole positions (2 each side) for securing the

mounting brackets.

6. Using a suitable drill bit, drill the 4 holes in the required position.

It is good practice to countersink the mounting holes to avoid damage to the mounting surface.

7. Using suitable screws, secure the ACU into position.

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How do I install the antenna?....

Preparing the antenna

1. Using a 5 mm allen key, remove the antenna dome retaining bolts and dome.

2. Remove the foam transit restraints from the antenna base.

3. Replace and secure the antenna dome .

Preparing the mount

1. Using adhesive tape, attach the template to the mounting surface, ensuring that it is parallel to your boat’s centerline as marked on the template.

2. Using an 80 mm hole saw, remove the shaded center portion

3. Drill four 10 mm holes in the positions indicated. It is good practice to countersink the mounting

holes, and smooth the edges of the center hole with a suitable file to avoid damage to the mounting surface.

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Securing the antenna

Secure the antenna to the base using bolts, spring washers and flat washers.

The bolts should be tightened to a torque of 30 Nm (22.1 ft.lb.) to ensure that the foam sealing ring is compressed to prevent water ingress.

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How do I connect the system cables?....

Connecting the antenna

1.Pass the power/data cable through the access hole of the

RF1

mounting plate and connect it to the power/data connector on the antenna base plate.

Note:

It is good practice to coat the threads of all connector s with a small amount of a suitable waterproof marine sealant prior to securing them.

POWER

RF2

2.Secure the connector using a 13 mm spanner. Take care not to over-tighten the nut, as this will damage the connector.

3.Slide the cable shroud of the power/data cable over the connection and fix in place using a suitable malleable waterproof tape.

4.Remove the protective cap from the RF 1 connector.

5.Connect the RF cable to the RF 1 connector and secure

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using a 13 mm spanner.Take care not to over-tighten the nut, as this will damage the connector.

Note:

The baseplate connectors must be suitably protected from water ingress when the

antenna unit is installed on an open structure, e.g. a tuna tower.

Connecting the ACU

Power and data

PC INTERFACE FUSE ANTENNA DC10.8 - 15.6V

Boat's

DC power supply

POWER

RF1

RF2

IRD

(not supplied)

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CAUTION: In-line fuse If you do not have a breaker in the power circuit, an in-line 5 A quick blow fuse should be fitted to the positive (white) lead of the power cable.

To connect the antenna control unit:

1. Connect the power and data cable to the connector on the rear panel of the ACU.

2. Connect the RF cable to the connector on the rear panel of the IRD.

3. Connect the DC power supply to the connector on the rear of the ACU.

How do I configure the system?...

Your Raymarine 45 STV Satellite TV system can be connected with up to four IRDs at the same time to receive pictures in different cabins offering the maximum choice of channels. The following section shows the different combinations available and their connections. In all cases the ACU must be connected to the power/data connector of the antenna base plate.

Single IRD

This is the basic method for connecting your Raymarine 45 STV system.

RF1

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IRD

POWER

Antenna baseplate

RF2

(not supplied)

Television Monitor

(not supplied)

The RF cable from the antenna base plate should be connected to ‘LNB’, ‘ANT’ or ‘Satellite In’ on the rear panel of the IRD.

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Twin IRDs

You can connect two IRDs to your antenna as shown in the following diagram.However, only one of the IRDs can be configured as a two satellite receiver. The other IRD needs to be configured as a one satellite receiver.

The two satellite receiver determines which satellite is tracked, while the other receiver can watch any channel which is available from the tracked satellite.

POWER

Antenna baseplate

RF1

RF2

IRD 1

Television Monitor 1

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IRD 2

Television Monitor 2

As in the single IRD option the RF cables from the antenna base plate should be connected to ‘LNB’, ‘ANT’, or ‘Satellite In’ on the rear panel of the IRD.

Full details on configuring your system IRDs will be found in the relevant Manufacturer’s handbook.

Three or four IRDs

IMPORTANT: Due to satellite polarization, incorrect conne ction in systems using three or four IRDs will result in signal degradation. Make sure you select correct method of connection for your area of operation.

North American systems

In order to connect three or four IRDs to the antenna, you will need to purchase an active multi-switch (Raymarine recommends the Channel Master 6314 IFD), and the necessary additional RF cables.

The multi-switch has to be installed between the antenna unit and the IRDs as shown in the following diagram.

As in the two IRD system only one of the IRDs can be configured as a two satellite receiver. The other IRDs need to be configured as one satellite receivers. The two

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satellite receiver determines which satellite is tracked, while the other receivers can watch any channel which is available from that satellite.

RF1

RF2

Antenna baseplate

POWER

LNB

RHCP/+13V

VHF/UHF

INPUT

POWER 24V DC

LNB

LHCP/ +18V

Multiswitch

GROUND

IRD 1

OUT 1 OUT 2

IRD 2

OUT 3 OUT 4

IRD 3 IRD 4

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To connect three or four IRDs:

1. Connect an RF cable to RF1 and another to RF2 on the antenna base plate.

2. Connect the RF1 cable to LNB LHCP/+18 V on the multi-switch.

3. Connect the RF2 cable to LNB RHCP/+13 V on the multi-switch.

4. For each output required, connect an RF cable from an OUT connector of the multi-switch to the LNB or ANT connector of the individual IRD units.

5. Terminate any unused connections with a suitable 75 Ohm DC terminator block.

6. Connect the multi-switch to a 24 V DC power supply.

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European systems

In order to connect three or four IRDs to the antenna, you will need to purchase a suitable universal LNB multiswitch. The multiswitch has to be installed between the antenna unit and the IRDs as shown in the following diagram.

You should connect to either the vertical or horizontal high and low pairs depending whether you want to watch channels that are vertically or horizontally polarized. Only those channels in the selected band will be available for viewing.

RF1

Antenna baseplate

POWER/DATA

RF2

Hi/Hor Hi/Ver Lo/Hor Lo/Ver

OUT 1 OUT 2

DiSEqC

Multiswitch

POWER 24V DC

OUT 3 OUT 4

IRD 1

IRD 2

IRD 3

IRD 4

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To connect three or four IRDs:

1. Connect an RF cable to RF1 and another to RF2 on the antenna base plate.

2. Connect the RF1 cable to Lo/Ver Lo/Hor on the multiswitch depending whether the desired programming is in the vertical or horizintal low band.

3. Connect the RF2 cable to Hi/Ver or Hi/Hor on the multiswitch depending whether the desired programming is in the vertical or horizintal low band.

4. For each output required, connect an RF cable from an OUT connector of the signal splitter to the LNB or ANT connector of the individual IRD units.

5. Terminate any unused connections with a suitable 75 Ohm DC terminator block.

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System set up 21

System set up

Introduction

This section of the handbook describes how to set up your Raymarine 45 STV Satellite TV system after installation using the ACU or the Graphical User Interface (GUI) and includes the following functions:

• System start up.

• Change the default satellite.

• Monitor the antenna status.

• Enter set up mode.

• Setting the satellite pair.

• Setting the GPS.

• Setting the local frequency.

• Setting the DiSEqC method.

•Display versions.

• Setting antenna go position.

• Setting antenna move step.

• Setting the default satellites.

Many of the above functions will only be required at initial installation of your system.

Note:

The satellite names shown on the ACU screen in the following illustrations may

differ from those on your ACU depending on your geographic location.

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Set up using the ACU

Start up

With the system installed and power applied, the ACU screen will show the following sequence:

INITIALIZE ACU

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INITIALIZE ANTENNA

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SEARCHING A: ASTRA2

B: HOTBIRD SETUP

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TRACKING A: ASTRA2

B: HOTBIRD SETUP

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Changing the default satellite

1. Communication is being established between the antenna and the ACU

2. The antenna is initialized.

3. The antenna is searching for Satellite A.

4. The antenna has located the satellite and is now tracking it.

TRACKING A: ASTRA2

B: HOTBIRD SETUP

TRACKING B: HOTBIRD

A: ASTRA 2 SETUP

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Your ACU is programmed with two default satellites. To change the default satellite, press the left hand soft key. The default satellite changes and is automatically tracked by the antenna.

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