Samsung NS190, NS220, NS240 User Manual

User manual

SyncMaster

NS190 NS220 NS240

The color and the appearance may differ depending on

the product, and the specifications are subject to

change without prior notice to improve the performance.

BN46-00169C-12

Copyright

The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice to improve quality.

Samsung Electronics owns the copyright for this manual.

Use or reproduction of this manual in parts or entirety without the authorization of Samsung Electronics is

prohibited.

The SAMSUNG and SyncMaster logos are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.

Microsoft, Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Before Using the Product

VESA, DPM and DDC are registered trademarks of the Video Electronics Standards Association.

z An administration fee may be charged if either

 (a) an engineer is called out at your request and there is no defect in the product

(i.e. where you have failed to read this user manual).

 (b) you bring the unit to a repair centre and there is no defect in the product

(i.e. where you have failed to read this user manual).

z The amount of such administration charge will be advised to you before any work or home visit is

carried out.

Icons used in this manual

The following images are for reference only. Real-life situations may differ from what is shown in the images.

Symbols for safety precautions

Warning

Caution

A serious or fatal injury may result if instructions are not followed.

Personal injury or damage to properties may result if instructions are not followed.

Activities marked by this symbol are prohibited.

Instructions marked by this symbol must be followed.

Before Using the Product

Cleaning

Before Using the Product

Cleaning

Exercise care when cleaning as the panel and exterior of advanced LCDs are easily scratched.

Take the following steps when cleaning.

1. Power off the monitor and computer.

2. Disconnect the power cord from the monitor.

Hold the power cable by the plug and do not touch the cable with wet hands. Otherwise, an electric shock may result.

3. Wipe the monitor screen using a clean, soft and dry cloth.

z Do not apply a cleaning agent that contains alcohol,

solvent, or surfactant to the monitor.

z Do not spray water or detergent directly on the product.

4. Wet a soft and dry cloth in water and wring thoroughly to clean the exterior of the monitor.

5. Connect the power cord to the product after cleaning the product.

6. Power on the monitor and computer.

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10 cm

10 cm 10 cm

10 cm

Securing the Installation Space

z Ensure some space around the product for ventilation. An internal temperature rise may cause fire

and damage the product. Be sure to allow the amount of space as shown below or greater when installing the product.

The exterior may differ depending on the product.

Precautions for storage

Be sure to contact Samsung Customer Service Center (page 112) if the inside of the monitor needs cleaning. (Service fee will be charged.)

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Safety Precautions

Electricity and Safety

The following images are for reference only. Real-life situations may differ from what is shown in the images.

Warning

Do not use a damaged power cord or plug, or a loose power socket.

z An electric shock or fire may result.

Do not plug many products into the same power socket.

z Otherwise, the socket may overheat and cause a fire.

Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.

z Otherwise, an electric shock may result.

Insert the power plug all the way in so it is not loose.

z An unstable connection may cause a fire.

Ensure you connect the power plug to a grounded power socket. (type 1 insulated devices only).

z An electric shock or injury may result.

Do not bend or pull the power cord with force. Do not weigh the power cord down with a heavy object.

z A damaged power cord may cause an electric shock or fire.

Do not place the power cord or product near heat sources.

z An electric shock or fire may result.

Remove foreign substances such as dust around the plug pins and power socket with a dry cloth.

z Otherwise, a fire may result.

Before Using the Product

Caution

Do not unplug the power cord when the product is in use.

z The product may become damaged by an electric shock.

Do not use the power cord for products other than authorized products supplied by Samsung.

z An electric shock or fire may result.

Keep the power socket where the power cord is connected unobstructed.

z If any problem occurs in the product, unplug the power cable to completely

cut the power to the product.

Power to the product cannot be completely cut off with the power button.

Hold the plug when disconnecting the power cord from the power socket.

z An electric shock or fire may result.

Installation and Safety

Warning

DO NOT PLACE CANDLES, INSECT REPELLANTS OR CIGARETTES ON TOP OF THE PRODUCT. DO NOT INSTALL THE PRODUCT NEAR HEAT SOURCES.

z Otherwise, a fire may result.

Avoid installing the product in a narrow space with bad ventilation, such as a bookshelf or wall closet.

z Otherwise, a fire may result due to an increased internal temperature.

Keep the plastic packaging bag for the product in a place that cannot be reached by children.

z Children may suffocate.

Before Using the Product

Do not install the product on an unstable or vibrating surface (insecure shelf, sloped surface, etc.).

z The product may fall and break or cause a personal injury.

z Using the product in an area with excess vibration may damage the product

or cause a fire.

Do not install the product in a vehicle or a place exposed to dust, moisture (water drips, etc.), oil, or smoke.

z An electric shock or fire may result.

Do not expose the product to direct sunlight, heat, or a hot object such as a stove.

z Otherwise, the product lifespan may be reduced, or a fire may result.

Caution

Do not install the product within the reach of young children.

z The product may fall and injure children.

Take care not to drop the product when moving it.

z Otherwise, product failure or personal injury may result.

Do not set down the product on its front.

z The screen may become damaged.

When installing the product on a cabinet or shelf, make sure that the bottom edge of the front of the product is not protruding.

z The product may fall and break or cause a personal injury.

z Install the product only on cabinets or shelves of the right size.

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SAMSUNG

Put down the product carefully.

z The product may fall and break or cause a personal injury.

Installing the product in an unusual place (a place exposed to a lot of fine particles, chemical substances or extreme temperatures, or an airport or train station where the product should operate continuously for an extended period of time) may seriously affect its performance.

z Be sure to consult Samsung Customer Service Center (page 112) before

installation if you want to install the product at such a place.

Operation and Safety

Warning

High voltage runs through the product. Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the product on your own.

z An electric shock or fire may result.

z Contact Samsung Customer Service Center (page 112) for repair.

Before moving the product, turn off the power switch and disconnect the power cable and all other connected cables.

z Otherwise, the power cord may be damaged and a fire or electric shock may

result.

If the product generates a strange noise, a burning smell, or smoke, remove the power cord immediately and contact Samsung Customer Service Center (page

112).

z An electric shock or fire may result.

Do not let children hang from the product or climb on top of it.

z The product may fall, and your child may become injured or seriously

harmed.

If the product falls or the exterior is damaged, power off the product, remove the power cord, and contact Samsung Customer Service Center (page 112).

z Otherwise, an electric shock or fire may result.

Do not put a heavy object, toy, or sweets on top of the product.

z The product or heavy objects may fall as children try to reach for the toy or

sweets resulting in a serious injury.

Before Using the Product

GAS

100

During a lightning or thunderstorm, power off the product and remove the power cable.

z An electric shock or fire may result.

Do not drop objects on the product or apply impact.

z An electric shock or fire may result.

Do not move the product by pulling the power cord or any cable.

z Otherwise, the cable may be damaged and product failure, an electric shock

or fire may result.

If a gas leakage is found, do not touch the product or power plug. Also, ventilate the area immediately.

z Sparks can cause an explosion or fire.

Do not lift or move the product by pulling the power cord or any cable.

z Otherwise, the cable may be damaged and product failure, an electric shock

or fire may result.

Do not use or keep combustible spray or an inflammable substance near the product.

z An explosion or fire may result.

Ensure the vents are not blocked by tablecloths or curtains.

z Otherwise, a fire may result from an increased internal temperature.

Do not insert a metallic object (a chopstick, coin, hair pin, etc.) or inflammable object (paper, match, etc.) into the vent or ports of the product.

z If water or any foreign substance enters the product, be sure to power off the

product, remove the power cord, and contact Samsung Customer Service Center (page 112).

z Product failure, an electric shock or fire may result.

Do not place objects containing liquid (vases, pots, bottles, etc) or metallic objects on top of the product.

z If water or any foreign substance enters the product, be sure to power off the

product, remove the power cord, and contact Samsung Customer Service Center (page 112).

z Product failure, an electric shock or fire may result.

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Caution

Leaving the screen fixed on a stationary image for an extended period of time may cause afterimage burn-in or defective pixels.

z If you are not going to use the product for an extended period of time,

activate power-saving mode or a moving-picture screen saver.

Disconnect the power cord from the power socket if you do not plan on using the product for an extended period of time (vacation, etc.).

z Otherwise, a fire may result from accumulated dust, overheating, an electric

shock, or electric leakage.

Use the product at the recommended resolution and frequency.

z Your eyesight may deteriorate.

Do not put DC power adapters together.

z Otherwise, a fire may result.

Remove the plastic bag from the DC power adapter before you use it.

z Otherwise, a fire may result.

Do not let water enter the DC power adapter or get the adapter wet.

z An electric shock or fire may result.

z Avoid using the product outdoors where it can be exposed to rain or snow.

z Be careful not to get the DC power adapter wet when you wash the floor.

Do not put the DC power adapter near to any heating apparatus.

z Otherwise, a fire may result.

Keep the DC power adapter in a well-ventilated area.

Looking at the screen too close for an extended period of time can deteriorate your eyesight.

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Do not hold the monitor upside-down or move it by holding the stand.

z The product may fall and break or cause a personal injury.

Do not use humidifiers or stoves around the product.

z An electric shock or fire may result.

Rest your eyes for more than 5 minutes for every 1 hour of product use.

z Eye fatigue will be relieved.

Do not touch the screen when the product has been turned on for an extended period of time as it will become hot.

Store the small accessories used with the product out of reach of children.

Exercise caution when adjusting the product angle or stand height.

z Otherwise, children's fingers or hands may become stuck and injured.

z Tilting the product excessively may cause it to fall and result in personal

injury.

Do not place heavy objects on the product.

z Product failure or personal injure may result.

When using headphones or earphones, do not turn the volume too high.

z Having the sound too loud may damage your hearing.

Before Using the Product

Correct posture to use the product

Use the product in the correct posture as follows:

z Straighten your back.

z Allow a distance of 45 to 50cm between your eye and the screen, and look slightly

downward at the screen.

Keep your eyes directly in front of the screen.

z Adjust the angle so light does not reflect on the screen.

z Keep your forearms perpendicular to your upper arms and level with the back of

your hands.

z Keep your elbows at about a right angle.

z Adjust the height of the product so you can keep your knees bent at 90 degrees or

more, your heels attached to the floor, and your arms lower than your heart.

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BEFORE USING THE

PRODUCT

PREPARATIONS 18 Checking the Contents

2 Copyright

2 Icons used in this manual 2 Symbols for safety precautions

3 Cleaning

3 Cleaning 4 Securing the Installation Space 4 Precautions for storage

5 Safety Precautions

5 Electricity and Safety 6 Installation and Safety 8 Operation and Safety

12 Correct posture to use the product

18 Removing the Packaging 19 Checking the Components

20 Parts

20 Frontal Buttons 22 Reverse Side 23 Right Side View

24 Installation

24 Attaching the Stand 25 Adjusting the Product Tilt and Height 25 Rotating the Monitor 26 Installing a Wall-mount Kit or Desktop Stand 27 Anti-theft Lock

USING "PCOIP"? 28 What is a "PC over IP"?

Table Of Contents

29 Connection to Use "PCoIP"

29 Connection Using the DVI Cable 29 Connecting to Headphones or Speakers 30 Connecting to a LAN 31 Connecting MIC 31 Connecting a USB Devices 32 Connecting to a Secondary Monitor

33 "PCoIP"

33 On Screen Display (OSD) 33 Connect Screen 35 OSD <Options> Menu 35 <Configuration> Window 48 <Diagnostics> Window 51 <Information> Window 54 <User Settings> Window 57 <Password> Window

CONNECTING AND USING

A SOURCE DEVICE

SCREEN SETUP 72 Brightness

59 Connect to the host PC using a LAN

cable

60 Before Connecting

60 Pre-connection Checkpoints

61 Connecting and Using a PC

61 Connecting to a PC 63 Remote Control (RS232C) 65 "Windows Driver" Installation 66 Installing a USB-to-Serial Driver 67 Setting Optimum Resolution 68 Changing the Resolution Using a PC

71 Connecting the Power

72 Configuring Brightness

73 Contrast

73 Configuring Contrast

Table Of Contents

74 Sharpness

74 Configuring Sharpness

75 SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright

75 Configuring SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright

76 SAMSUNG MAGIC Angle

76 Configuring SAMSUNG MAGIC Angle

77 Coarse

77 Adjusting Coarse

78 Fine

78 Adjusting Fine

CONFIGURING TINT 79 SAMSUNG MAGIC Color

79 Configuring Color

80 Red

80 Configuring Red

81 Green

81 Configuring Green

82 Blue

82 Configuring Blue

83 Color Tone

83 Configuring the Color Tone Settings

84 Gamma

84 Configuring Gamma

RESIZING OR

RELOCATING THE

85 H-Position & V-Position

85 Configuring H-Position & V-Position

SCREEN

86 Image Size

86 Changing the Picture Size

87 Menu H-Position & Menu V-Position

87 Configuring Menu H-Position & Menu V-

Position

Table Of Contents

SETUP AND RESET

88 Reset

88 Initializing Settings (Reset)

89 Language

89 Changing the Language

90 Off Timer On/Off

90 Configuring Off Timer On/Off

91 Off Timer Setting

91 Configuring Off Timer Setting

92 PC/AV Mode

92 Configuring PC/AV Mode

93 Key Repeat Time

93 Configuring Key Repeat Time

94 Customized Key

94 Configuring Customized Key

INFORMATION MENU AND

OTHERS

INSTALLING THE

SOFTWARE

95 Auto Source

95 Configuring Auto Source

96 Display Time

96 Configuring Display Time

97 Menu Transparency

97 Changing Menu Transparency

98 INFORMATION

98 Displaying INFORMATION

98 Configuring Brightness in the Startup

Screen

99 Natural Color

99 What is Natural Color?

100 MultiScreen

100 Installing the Software 101 Removing the Software

Table Of Contents

TROUBLESHOOTING

GUIDE

SPECIFICATIONS 106 General

APPENDIX 112 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE

102 Requirements Before Contacting

Samsung Customer Service Center

102 Testing the Product 102 Checking the Resolution and Frequency 102 Check the following.

104 Q & A

108 Standard Signal Mode Table

118 Correct Disposal

118 Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste

Electrical & Electronic Equipment)

118 Correct disposal of batteries in this product

119 Terminology

INDEX

Table Of Contents

Preparations

1.1 Checking the Contents

1.1.1 Removing the Packaging

1 Open the packaging box. Be careful not to damage the product when you open the packaging with

a sharp instrument.

2 Remove the styrofoam from the product.

3 Check the components and remove the styrofoam and plastic bag.

z The appearance of actual components may differ from the image shown.

z This image is for reference only.

4 Store the box in a dry area so that it can be used when moving the product in the future.

1 Preparations

Preparations

1.1.2 Checking the Components

z Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the product if any item is missing.

z The appearance of the components and items sold separately may differ from the image shown.

Components

Quick setup guide Warranty card

(Not available in some locations)

Power cable DC power adapter

Stand base DVI cable

z Components may vary depending on the country.

z The stand base supplied with this product contains a circuit board. Care should be taken when

handling the base.

Power extension cable (DC 14V)

User manual

Items sold separately

The following items can be purchased at your nearest retailer.

RS-232C Cable LAN Cable USB cable

HDMI-DVI cable D-SUB cable

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Preparations

OSD Guide

SAMSUNG

MAGIC BRIGHT

SAMSUNG

MAGIC

SAMSUNG

MAGIC

→

1.2 Parts

1.2.1 Frontal Buttons

The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality.

Icons Description

z Open or close the onscreen display (OSD) menu, or return to the last

menu.

z OSD control lock: Maintain the current settings, or lock the OSD

control to prevent unintended changes to settings.

Enable: To lock the OSD control, press the MENU button [ ] for

five seconds.

Disable: To unlock the locked OSD control, press the MENU button

[ ] for more than five seconds.

If the OSD control is locked,

z Brightness and Contrast can be adjusted, and INFORMATION

can be viewed.

z The Customized Key function can be used by pressing the [ ]

button. (The Customized Key function specified before the OSD control was locked is available even when the OSD control is locked.)

Configure Customized Key and press [ ]. The following options will be enabled.

Angle - Bright - Image Size

To configure Customized Key, go to SETUP&RESET

Customized Key and select the mode you want.

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AUTO

Preparations

Icons Description

Move to the upper or lower menu or adjust the value for an option on the OSD menu.

Adjust the screen brightness.

Confirm a menu selection.

Pressing the [ ] button when the OSD menu is not displayed will change the input source (Analog/Digital). If you power on the product or

change the input source by pressing the [ ] button, a message that shows the changed input source will appear at the top left corner of the screen.

(Power lamp)

Press the [ ] button to automatically adjust the screen settings.

Turn the screen on or off.

The power indicator will be lit when the product is operating normally.

This is the PCoIP power button. It is enabled only when the stand base is connected to the monitor.

The button light is on when the button is functioning properly.

If you press and hold this button for more than 4 seconds, the connection to the server will be disconnected.

When a control button on the product is pressed, the OSD guide will be displayed before the onscreen menu opens. (The guide shows the function of the button pressed.)

AUTO

Changing the resolution in Display Properties will activate the Auto

Adjustment function.

To reduce power consumption, it is best to remove the power cable when you will not be using the product for an extended period of time.

Refer to "2.2 Connection to Use "PCoIP"" in the "Using PCoIP" section for details on how to connect the stand to the monitor.

OSD Guide

To access the onscreen menu when the guide is displayed, press the corresponding button again.

The OSD guide may vary depending on the function or product model. Refer to the actual product.

1 Preparations

DC 14V OUT

DC 14V IN

DVI OUTRGB OUTAUDIO OUTLANSERIAL

Preparations

1.2.2 Reverse Side

The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality.

Port Description

Connect to a USB device.

Device which support RS-232C connection (interface) can be connected.

Connect to a network using the LAN cable.

Connect to an audio output device such as headphones.

Connect to a secondary monitor using the D-SUB cable.

Connect to the stand base or primary monitor using the DVI cable.

Connect to [DC 14V] on the monitor using the monitor power

[DC 14V OUT]

[DC 14V IN]

cable.

Connect to the DC power adapter.

1 Preparations

DC 14VDVI IN RGB IN MIC

Preparations

1.2.3 Right Side View

The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality.

Port Description

Connect to a PC or the stand base using the DVI cable.

Connect to a PC or the stand base using the D-SUB cable.

Connect to [DC 14V OUT] on the stand base using a power

extension cable.

[]

[MIC]

Connect to an audio output device such as headphones.

Connect to a microphone.

Connect to a USB device.

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Preparations

1.3 Installation

1.3.1 Attaching the Stand

Place a protective cloth or cushion on a flat surface. Next, place the product with the face down on top of the cloth or cushion.

Fasten the screw tightly (using a screwdriver or coin) into the bottom of the stand base.

Insert the stand base into the stand in the direction of the arrow.

After installing the stand, place the product upright.

Do not remove the fixing pin until you are finished attaching the stand.

You can remove the fixing pin and adjust the stand now.

- Caution

Do not hold the product upside down only by the stand.

z Disassembly is the reverse order of assembly.

z The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change

without notice to improve quality.

1 Preparations

Preparations

1.3.2 Adjusting the Product Tilt and Height

The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality.

z To adjust the height, remove the fixing pin.

z The monitor tilt and height can be adjusted.

z Hold the top center of the product and adjust the height carefully.

1.3.3 Rotating the Monitor

You can rotate your monitor as shown below.

z Be sure to fully extend the stand before rotating the monitor.

z If you rotate the monitor without fully extending the stand, the corner of the monitor may hit the

floor and get damaged.

z Do not rotate the monitor counterclockwise. The monitor may get damaged.

1 Preparations

Preparations

1.3.4 Installing a Wall-mount Kit or Desktop Stand

Before Installation

Power the product off and remove the power cable from the power socket.

Place a protective cloth or cushion on a flat surface. Next, place the product with the face down on top of the cloth or cushion.

Installing a Wall-mount Kit or Desktop Stand

Unfasten the screw from the back of the product.

Lift and detach the stand.

Attach the wall-mount kit or desktop stand here

Bracket (sold separately)

Align the grooves and tightly fasten the screws on the bracket on the product with the corresponding

parts on the wall-mount kit or desktop stand you want to attach.

1 Preparations

Preparations

Notes

z Using a screw longer than the standard length can damage the internal components of the

product.

z The length of screws required for a wall mount that does not comply with the VESA standards may

vary depending on the specifications.

z Do not use screws that do not comply with the VESA standards. Do not attach the wall-mount kit

or desktop stand using excessive force. The product may get damaged or fall and cause personal injury. Samsung shall not be held liable for any damage or injury caused by using improper screws or attaching the wall-mount kit or desktop stand using excessive force.

z Samsung shall not be held liable for any product damage or personal injury caused by using a wall-

mount kit other than the one specified or from an attempt to install the wall-mount kit on your own.

z To mount the product on a wall, ensure you purchase a wall-mount kit that can be installed 10cm

or farther away from the wall.

z Be sure to use a wall-mount kit that complies with the standards.

z To install the monitor using a wall mount, disconnect the stand base from the monitor.

1.3.5 Anti-theft Lock

An anti-theft lock allows you to use the product securely even in public places. The locking device shape

and locking method depend on the manufacturer. Refer to the user guide provided with your anti-theft

locking device for details. The lock device is sold separately.

To lock an anti-theft locking device:

1 Fix the cable of your anti-theft locking device to a heavy object such as a desk. 2 Put one end of the cable through the loop on the other end. 3 Insert the locking device into the anti-theft lock slot at the back of the product. 4 Lock the locking device.

z An anti-theft locking device can be purchased separately.

z Refer to the user guide provided with your anti-theft locking device for details.

z Anti-theft locking devices can be purchased at electronics retailers or online.

1 Preparations

Using "PCoIP"?

2.1 What is a "PC over IP"?

z This monitor can decode and display the screen of the server PC encoded and transmitted through

the network (LAN) as well as display the computer screen like a conventional monitor. This monitor shows a far more improved performance than a normal RDP and has been designed to support a resolution of 1920*1080 pixels for high-quality graphic work.

z This monitor enables reinforced security because it is used by connecting it to a server PC and

enabling you to access the Internet, create documents and edit figures. In addition, this newconcept monitor enables you to play music, videos and games by connecting an external input source device such as DSC, MP3, external storage device etc. to the USB port.

z This monitor can be utilized for various fields such as video conferencing and co-working by

displaying the network display screen on another display device by connecting the device through the DVI OUT(RGB OUT) port.

2 Using "PCoIP"?

Using "PCoIP"?

DVI OUTDVI IN

AUDIO OUT

2.2 Connection to Use "PCoIP"

2.2.1 Connection Using the DVI Cable

1 Connect the DVI cable to [DVI IN] on the back of the monitor and [DVI OUT] on the stand base. 2 Connect the DC power adapter to the product and a power outlet. Next, turn on the power switch

on the stand base.

(For details, refer to "3.3 Connecting the Power".)

3 Press [ ] to change the input source to Digital.

2.2.2 Connecting to Headphones or Speakers

2 Using "PCoIP"?

LAN

Using "PCoIP"?

1 Connect an audio output device (headphones or speakers) to [AUDIO OUT] on the back or [ ] on

the right side of the stand base.

2.2.3 Connecting to a LAN

1 Connect the LAN cable to [LAN] on the back of the stand base.

It is not supported when the network speed is below or equal to 10Mbps.

2 Using "PCoIP"?

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