Sharp VC-A560U, VC-H960U, VC-H961U Operating Manual
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
MODEL
VC-A560U
VC-H960U
Information
General
Setting Up
Operations
Basic
OPERATION MANUAL
Please read this operation manual carefully
before using the VCR.
(VC-H960U)
VC-H961U
Recording
Functions
Special
Helpful
Hints
[IMPORTANT]
EZ SET UP (AUTO CHANNEL /CLOCK SET UP)
! Connect Antenna/Cable
to VCR first.
@ Then, plug into AC
Power Outlet.
POWER VCR RECTIMER
Flashing
# Do not press the POWER
button until completion of
EZ SET UP.
POWER VCR RECTIMER
Flash slowly
$ EZ SET UP complete.
Detail: Please see page 16
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This video cassette recorder (VCR) uses “ONLY” cassette
tapes, NTSC video signals and 120 V AC, 60 Hz (standard
household
For future reference, record the model and serial number (located
on the rear of the VCR) in the space provided.
current).
Model No.:
Serial No.:
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WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF
PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
REMOVE COVER. NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
This symbol warns the user of
uninsulated voltage within the
unit that can cause dangerous
electric shocks.
This symbol alerts the user that
there are important operating
and maintenance instructions in
the literature accompanying this
unit.
WARNING—Keep your VCR away from electrical and magnetic appliances which could impair performance.
Be sure to position your VCR away from your TV or video monitor by at least 8ⴖ.
WARNING OF DEW FORMATION
Whenever your VCR is moved from a cold to a warm environment, it is important that you plug the unit in, turn
the power on and allow it to sit for about 2 hours before attempting to play a tape. This period will allow any dew
formation to evaporate. Failure to do so may result in tape and/or video head damage.
After the 2 hour evaporation period, you may witness a “snowy” picture for the first few minutes of VCR
operation. This picture noise will disappear shortly thereafter.
As an ENERGY STAR
guidelines for energy efficiency. ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.
WHAT IS ENERGY STAR
TVs and VCRs use energy both when they are on and when they are off. North Americans spend more than $1
billion a year of energy consumed by TVs and VCRs when they are not in use. The new
models will reduce that energy “leakage” by up to 75 percent. Ultimately, this will mean more than $500 million a
year in energy savings for consumers.
The energy savings will help reduce the burning of fossil fuels and the related carbon dioxide pollution that
contributes to global warming. If every North American family replaced their TVs and VCRs with
®
STAR
eliminating the pollution from more than one million cars.
By using ENERGY STAR® products, you will save money on your electric bills and use less energy. This not
only makes good economic sense but also good for our environment.
models, it would reduce carbon dioxide emissions by five million tons every year — equivalent to
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Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR
®
ENERGY STAR
ENERGY
®
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
PLEASE READ ALL OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR THIS PRODUCT AND SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR LATER USE.
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your
personal safety. BUT IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARDS. In order
not to defeat the safeguards incorporated in this product, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.
1. Read Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings
All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth
for cleaning.
6. Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water–for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet
basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
8. Accessories
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury
to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any
mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory
recommended by the manufacturer.
9. Transportation
A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.
Information
General
10. Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it
from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing
the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as
a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
11. Power Sources
This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of
the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to
operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
12. Grounding or Polarization
This product is equipped with either a 2-wire polarized plug (one plug blade bigger than the other) or a 3-wire grounded
plug (a third pin for grounding). The 2-wire polarized plug will fit only one way into the power outlet. The 3-wire grounded
plug will fit only into a grounding-type power outlet.
If the plug does not fit, ask your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not modify the plug. To do so will void the
safety feature.
13. Power-Cord Protection
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against
them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.
14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
ACCORDING TO NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some product protection
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
ANTENNA LEAD-IN
WIRE
GROUND CLAMP
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE
UNIT
(NEC SECTION
810–20)
GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION
810–21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70, provides information with regard to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge
unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antennadischarge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
NEC—NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND PRECAUTIONS
15. Lightning
For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product
due to lightning and power-line surges.
16. Power Lines
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power
circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care
should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
17. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
18. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out
parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
19. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
20. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.
21. Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock, or other hazards.
22. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine
that the product is in proper operating condition.
23. Heat
This product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
SERVICE
1. Do not attempt to service this VCR yourself. Instead, unplug it and contact a qualified service technician. (See
LIMITED WARRANTY at the end of this manual.)
2. Be sure the service technician uses authorized replacement parts or their equivalents. Unauthorized parts
may cause fire, electrical shock, or other hazards.
3. Following any service or repair, be sure the service technician performs safety checks to certify that your VCR
is in safe operating order.
OTHERS
1. For Your Information: Your full understanding of the following is appreciated. Parliament by statute has
decreed that it is illegal to make copies of copyrighted material of any manner or kind without the consent of
the copyright owner, subject to the “Fair Dealing” exceptions in the Act penalties may be imposed on those
guilty of making such copies.
2. Normally, your VCR does not require head cleaning. However, the heads may become clogged when an old
or damaged tape is used. If the playback picture becomes blurred, the heads may need cleaning. Head
cleaning should be performed by a qualified technician. Contact the nearest Sharp Factory Service Centre or
Authorized Service Station. Do not use a cleaning tape unless it is new and of high quality. Excessive use of
cleaning tapes may also damage the heads.
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CONTENTS
General Information
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND
PRECAUTIONS................................................... 3
Features ................................................................. 6
Accessories ........................................................... 6
Major Components of Your VCR ......................... 7
Remote Control ..................................................... 8
• Inserting the Batteries
Setting Up
Connecting the VCR ............................................. 9
• RF Connection
• AV Connection
• After the Connection
• Setting the 3 ↔ 4 Output Channel
Cable TV Connections .......................................... 11
Menu Screen.......................................................... 15
OSD (On Screen Display) ..................................... 15
• How to Display Indicators
EZ Set Up (With Auto Clock Setting)................... 16
Setting the Language............................................ 17
Setting the Clock................................................... 17
• Auto Clock Setting
• Manual Clock Setting
• Automatic Daylight Saving-Time (D.S.T.)
Adjustment
Setting the Channels ............................................ 20
• Adding Channel Memory/Erasing Channel
Memory
Mode Selection...................................................... 22
Recording
Recording a TV Programme................................. 26
• Without a Cable Box or Digital Satellite
Receiver
• With a Cable Box or Digital Satellite Receiver
• To Watch Another TV Programme While
Recording
• Cassette Erase Protection
• Recording Speeds
• Recording Hi-Fi Stereo Sound
• Recording MTS (Multi-channel TV Sound)
Broadcasts
• Monitor Output When Receiving a SAP
Broadcast
• Tape Dubbing Connection Instructions
Simple Recording Timer....................................... 29
• Changing the Contents of the Simple
Recording Timer
• Cancelling the Simple Recording Timer
Recording with the Timer ..................................... 30
• Confirming Timer Programmes
• Cancelling Timer Programmes
Special Functions
Sharp Super Picture.............................................. 33
Recorded Section Auto Repeat ........................... 33
Auto Zero Back...................................................... 33
DPSS (Digital Programme Search System) ........ 34
Skip Search............................................................ 34
Instant Replay........................................................ 34
Tamper Proof......................................................... 35
Basic Operations
Playback................................................................. 23
• Inserting a Video Cassette
• Playback
• Fast Forward and Rewind
• Video Search
• Slow Motion Playback (only with the remote
control)
• Still Picture and Frame Advance
• Automatic Tracking Control System
• Manual Tracking Control
• Blue Screen Noise Elimination
• Quick Start with Full Loading Mechanism
• Full Automatic Playback
• Audio Output Mode
Helpful Hints
Specifications........................................................ 36
Troubleshooting.................................................... 37
Service Information............................................... 37
LIMITED WARRANTY............................................ 38
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Features
Only for VC-H960U, VC-H961U
• Hi-Fi Stereo Sound
• Built-in MTS (Multi-channel TV Sound) Decoder
— Lets you record stereo or SAP (Separate Audio
Programme) broadcasts.
Common Features
• EZ Set Up — VCR tuner channels and clock are
automatically set for both Air and Cable channels.
• S-VHS Quasi Playback
Notes for S-VHS tape
• Playback of S-VHS recorded tapes is possible.
• Playback of S-VHS image quality is not available.
• Picture noise or distortion may appear on the screen
during playback in the SLOW or STILL mode.
• S-VHS recording is not available. However, HQ recording
is possible with S-VHS tape.
• Double-Azimuth 4-Heads
µ
Clear Picture System (in EP mode) — For
•19
enhanced picture quality in EP (Extended Play)
mode.
System for Better Resolution and Colour
•
Reproduction
• Multi-Language (English/Spanish/French) OSD
(On Screen Display) with Menu Screen Guidance
— On-screen setting and recording instructions.
• 181-channel PLL Quartz Synthesized Random
Access Tuner with Automatic Channel Setting
• Quick Start with Full Loading Mechanism
• 1-Year, 8-Event Programmable Timer
• Simple Recording Timer
• Unified Remote Control
• Sharp Super Picture — Enhances picture quality
during playback.
• 5 Seconds Timer Backup
• Field-Still/Variable Slow/Frame Advance
• Automatic Daylight Saving-Time (D.S.T.)
Adjustment — Automatically adjusts VCR clock to
daylight saving-time.
• Blue Screen Noise Elimination
• Auto Tracking Control System — Automatically
adjusts tracking during playback.
• Digital Programme Search System (DPSS) —
Quickly locates the beginning of a specific
recording.
• Skip Search — Quickly operates a forward video
search in 30 seconds intervals, then resumes
playback.
• Instant Replay — Quickly operates a reverse video
search in 20 seconds intervals, then resumes
playback.
• Auto Zero Back — Quickly finds “0:00.00” point
and stops there.
• Recorded Section Auto Repeat — Continually
playback a recorded section of the tape.
• Full Automatic Playback
• Tamper Proof — Prevents accidental change of the
operation mode.
• Up to 8 Hours of Recording and Playback (with
T-160 cassette)
Only for VC-H961U
• Built-in Front AV Jacks — For easy connection of
audio/video equipment such as the Sharp Viewcam.
Accessories
Be sure that the
following
accessories are
all included with
your VCR.
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Round coaxial cable
(75 Ohm, 0.9 m [3-11/18 ft.])
QCNW-8533GEZZ
or
QCNW-8614AJZZ
Remote control unit
RRMCGA021WJSA
AA batteries for
the remote
control unit
Major Components of Your VCR
[Front]
Cassette compartment (see Playback/Recording)
(VC-H960U)
POWER button
(When pressed to turn on the VCR, POWER LED indicator
will light up. When the power is turned off, POWER LED
indicator will turn off.)
LED Indicator (explained throughout the operation instruction)
Basic function controls
(see Playback/Recording)
• The design may be slightly different depending on the
model.
POWER TIMER VCR REC
!@#$ %
! POWER LED indicator
This indicator lights up whenever the VCR is turned on.
@ TIMER LED indicator
This indicator lights up when the VCR is set for timer
recording, Simple Recording Timer and Recording with
the Timer.
# VCR LED indicator
This indicator lights up when selecting “VCR” by using
TV/VCR.
[Rear]
(VC-H960U, VC-H961U)
Connection terminals (see Connecting the VCR and
Cable TV Connections)
Connection terminals (see Tape Dubbing)
$ REC LED indicator
This indicator lights up during recording. This indicator
flashes during REC-Pause.
% Remote Sensor
Point Remote Control at this window.
(VC-A560U)
Connection terminals (see Connecting the VCR and
Cable TV Connections)
Connection terminals (see Tape Dubbing)
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Remote Control
TV/VCR buttons (p. 17)
PLAY button (p. 23)
POWER button (p. 17)
REW button (p. 24)
STOP button (p. 23)
REC button (p. 26)
Numbered buttons (p. 19)
100/AM/PM button (p. 19)
SLOW button (p. 24)
j/k buttons (SLOW j/k,
DPSS j/k) (p. 34)
MENU button (p. 15)
SET button (p. 17)
CANCEL button (p. 32)
EJECT button (p. 23)
FF button (p. 24)
TAMPER PROOF button (p. 35)
CH (CHANNEL) ∂/ƒ
buttons (p. 29)
PAUSE/STILL button (p. 24)
INPUT button (p. 28)
SKIP SEARCH button (p. 34)
REPLAY button (p. 34)
ZERO BACK button (p. 33)
TAPE SPEED button (p. 26)
ON SCREEN button (p. 15)
∂/ƒ/ß / © button (p. 17)
PROG. (PROGRAMME) button (p. 30)
Inserting the Batteries
Make sure that the batteries have been properly installed first. Fit two batteries
type “AA”. If the remote control stops working, fit new batteries.
Ensure the batteries are fitted correctly, matching the polarities (j/k) indicated
in the remote control.
• Do not subject the remote control to shock, water or excessive humidity.
• The remote control may not function if the VCR sensor is in direct sunlight or any other
strong light.
• Incorrect use of batteries may cause them to leak or burst. Read the battery warnings and use the batteries properly.
• Do not mix old and new batteries, or mix brands in use.
• Remove the batteries if the remote control will not be operated for an extended period of time.
• If the remote control does not function properly when new batteries are installed, remove the batteries and keep pressing
any button for 10 seconds before re-installing them.
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Connecting the VCR
The connection method differs depending on the type of TV.
If you have cable TV (CATV), see Cable TV Connections.
RF Connection (for connection to a TV without AV terminals)
! Disconnect the TV antenna from the TV.
@ Connect the TV antenna cable to the ANTENNA IN terminal on the rear of the VCR.
# Connect the TV OUT terminal on the rear of the VCR with the antenna terminal on the TV using a coaxial
cable. Select the TV channel 3 or 4 corresponding to the 3 ↔ 4 output channel of the VCR. (See Setting
the 3 ↔ 4 Output Channel on page 10.)
AV Connection (for connection to a TV with AV terminals)
! Disconnect the TV antenna from the TV.
@ Connect the antenna, VCR, and TV using the Audio/Video cable and coaxial cable (supplied) as shown.
# Select the video input mode or A/V input mode on your TV. (See the TV operation manual for details.)
• If your VCR is a monaural model, connect the audio cable to “AUDIO OUT” on the VCR.
Antenna
Connect the flat twin lead cable
to a transformer
(300 ohm to 75 ohm, not
supplied)
VCR Rear
(Hi-Fi model)
Coaxial cable
ANTENNA IN
(antenna or
cable input)
Setting Up
TV
After the Connection
Plug in the power cord of the TV. Then go to EZ Set Up.
TV OUT
Audio/Video
cable (not
supplied)
Coaxial cable (supplied)
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Connecting the VCR
Setting the 3 ↔ 4 Output Channel
The 3 ↔ 4 Output Channel lets you change the VCR OUTPUT to standard TV broadcasting signals. Both your
TV and VCR must be set to the same channel (i.e TV on channel 3 and VCR OUTPUT channel on 3 too).
! Press POWER to turn the power off.
@ Press TV/VCR and if
POWER, TIMER and VCR LED
indicator lights up flashing.
The VCR Output Channel is 3.
POWER, TIMER, VCR and REC
LED indicator lights up flashing.
The VCR Output Channel is 4.
# To change Output Channel from 3 to 4 (or 4 to 3). Press TV/VCR for 2 seconds until POWER, TIMER, VCR
and REC LED indicator (or POWER, TIMER and VCR LED indicator) lights up flashing. (As above)
$ Release TV/VCR, the Output Channel is set.
• VCR Output Channel is automatically set during EZ Set Up.
1. If Channel 3 (or 4) is an active broadcast channel in your area, the Channel 4 (or 3) will be set.
2. If both channel are the active channel or none active channel, the VCR Output Channel will be set to Channel 3.
• Cancelled the EZ Set Up by pressing POWER during EZ Set Up before setting the Output Channel.
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Cable TV Connections
Your VCR is capable of receiving the following non-scrambled channels.
• Scrambled channels can be received with the cable box supplied by your cable TV company.
Set the 3 ↔ 4 Output Channel of the VCR to 3 or 4. See Setting the 3 ↔ 4 Output Channel on
page 10.
First check your TV/CATV system
Step Q Is your TV cable compatible with the VCR?
•YES → Go to Step W
•NO → Go to Step E
Step W Does your CATV system have some or all channels scrambled?
•YES → Go to
•NO → Go to
Step E Does your CATV system have some or all channels scrambled?
•YES → Go to
•NO → Go to Step R
Step R Choose the type below.
•Basic connection (only for
descrambled CATV signals.) → Go to - or
•To watch a CATV programme while recording a TV programme
by using the A/B switch. → Go to
Connection without a cable box
• Connect as shown. Then go to “After the Connection”.
VCR Rear (Hi-Fi model)
From CATV system
Coaxial
cable
(Supplied)
TV Rear
ANT/CABLE
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Cable TV Connections
Connection with cable box
• Connect as shown. With this connection, it is possible to record descrambled CATV signals. Then go to “After
the Connection”.
Cable Box
OUTIN
From
CATV
system
• If the cable box is turned off, it will not output any signals, thus making it impossible to record or view a programme from the
CATV system.
• In the case of the above connections, it is not possible to change channels using the VCR remote control. Only the cable
box can be used to change channels.
• Only one channel at a time can be programmed for recording programmes with the timer. It is not possible to watch a TV
programme different from the one being recorded.
• Depending on which terminals the TV has, a separate combiner (mixer) or separator (splitter) may be necessary.
• Connect as shown. With this connection, it is not possible to record CATV programmes which have been
scrambled, but is possible to record one channel and watch the other one. Then go to “After the
Connection”.
From CATV system
Coaxial cable
(Not supplied)
VCR Rear (Hi-Fi model)
Coaxial
cable
(Supplied)
Cable Box
OUTIN
TV Rear
ANT/CABLE
TV Rear
ANT/CABLE
VCR Rear (Hi-Fi model)
Coaxial cable
(Supplied)
Coaxial cable
(Not supplied)
• With the above connection, ∂/ƒ of the VCR or the numbered buttons on the remote control can be used to select channels.
• Depending on which terminals the TV has, a combiner (mixer) or separator (splitter) may be necessary.
• To record one channel and watch another, the VCR must be set to the TV mode.
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