Vivotek FD8173-H, FD8373-EHV User Manual

FD8173-H

Fixed Dome

FD8373-(E)HV

Network Camera

User’s Manual

3MP • 20M IR • Smart IR • Smart Focus System

3MP • 20m IR • IP66 • Smart IR • Smart Focus System

Rev. 1.0

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Table of Contents

Overview

Revision History ��4

Read Before Use ��5

Package Contents ��5

Symbols and Statements in this Document ��5

Physical Description (FD8173) ��6

Installation (FD8173) ��10

Adjusting the Lens ��12

Completion ��14

Physical Description (FD8373) ��15

Installation (FD8373) ��17

Network Deployment ��22

Software Installation ��26

Ready to Use ��27

Completion ��29

Accessing the Network Camera ��30

Using Web Browsers ��30

Using RTSP Players ��33

Using 3GPP-compatible Mobile Devices ��34

Using VIVOTEK Recording Software ��35

Main Page Client Settings

Conguration

System > General settings ��47

System > Homepage layout ��48

System > Logs ��51

System > Parameters ��52

System > Maintenance ��53

Media > Image ��57

Media > Video ��67

Media > Video ��70

Media > Audio��77

Network > General settings ��78

Network > Streaming protocols ��86

Network > SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) ��95

Security > User Account ��96

Security > HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol over SSL) ��97

Security > Access List ��102

PTZ > PTZ settings ��107

Event > Event settings�� 111

Applications > Motion detection��126

Applications > DI and DO ��129

Applications > Tampering detection ��129

Applications > Audio detection ��130

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Applications > VADP (VIVOTEK Application Development Platform) ��132

PIR ��134

Recording > Recording settings �� 135

Local storage > SD card management �� 140

Local storage > Content management �� 141

Appendix

URL Commands for the Network Camera �� 144

Technical Specications ��221

Technology License Notice ��222

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) ��223

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Overview

VIVOTEK’s FD8173-H and FD8373-EHV network camera features a 3-Megapixel WDR CMOS sensor to cope with challenging lighting conditions� The WDR Pro feature allows the camera to capture both the dark and bright areas of an image and combine the differences to generate a highly realistic representation of the original scene� This feature enables the camera to provide video quality very close to the capabilities of the human eye� The camera can be deployed widely in high contrast outdoor environments such as parking areas and streets� The P-iris lens controls the iris with extreme precision; with its built-in stepper motor, it maintains the iris

opening at an optimal level at all times, resulting in superior image clarity and depth of eld.

The FD8373-EHB features an IP66-rated housing that is designed to help the camera body withstand rain and dust and ensures smooth operation even under a multitude of harsh weather conditions while its IK10-rated housing can provide the protection against the vandal act and impact� Additionally, the wide temperature range further enhances the FD8373-EHV’s performance and reliability in extremely cold environments�

Revision History

■ Rev. 1.0: Initial release.

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Read Before Use

The use of surveillance devices may be prohibited by law in your country� The Network Camera

is not only a high-performance web-ready camera but can also be part of a exible surveillance

system� It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that the operation of such devices is legal before installing this unit for its intended use�

It is important to first verify that all contents received are complete according to the Package Contents listed below� Take note of the warnings in the Quick Installation Guide before the Network Camera is installed; then carefully read and follow the instructions in the Installation chapter to avoid damage due to faulty assembly and installation� This also ensures the product is used properly as intended�

The Network Camera is a network device and its use should be straightforward for those who have basic networking knowledge� It is designed for various applications including video sharing, general security/surveillance, etc� The Configuration chapter suggests ways to best utilize the Network Camera and ensure proper operations� For creative and professional developers, the URL Commands of the Network Camera section serves as a helpful reference to customizing existing homepages or integrating with the current web server�

Package Contents

■ FD8173-H or FD8373-EHV

■ Mounting Plate (FD8373)

■ Alignment sticker

■ L-type Hex key wrench / Desiccant bag / Screws / Hex Nut / Double-side tape / AV cable

■ Software CD

■ Warranty Card

■ Quick Installation Guide

■ Waterproof Connector & bushing (FD8373)

Symbols and Statements in this Document

INFORMATION: provides important messages or advices that might help prevent

inconvenient or problem situations�

NOTE: Notices provide guidance or advices that are related to the functional integrity of

the machine�

Tips: Tips are useful information that helps enhance or facilitae an installation, function,

or process�

WARNING! or IMPORTANT!: These statements indicate situations that can be

dangerous or hazardous to the machine or you�

Electrical Hazard: This statement appears when high voltage electrical hazards might

occur to an operator�

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1� DC 12V- 2� DC12V+ 3� AC24V_2 4� AC24V_1 5� DI- (GND) 6� DI+ 7� DO- 8� DO+ (+12V)

Physical Description (FD8173)

Inner View (FD8173)

Vari-focal Lens

Built-in Microphone

Light Sensor

IR LEDs (8 units, effective up to 20m)

Focus & Zoom Buttons

MicroSD/SDHC/SDXC Card Slot

Reset Button

Jumpers

Microphone

internal

external

1 2

Video Output

NTSC 60Hz

PAL

50Hz

PIR Sensor

Audio/Video Out (green)

Microphone In (pink)

NOTE:

The max� output load from pins #7 and 8 is 50mA�

General I/O Terminal Block

Ethernet 10/100 RJ45 Socket

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General I/O Terminal Block

This Network Camera provides a general I/O terminal block which is used to connect

external input / output devices. The pin denitions are described below. The 24V AC can

be used as an alternate power source�

1 DC12V2 DC12V+ 3 AC24V_2 4 AC24V_1 5 DI- (GND) 6 DI+ 7 DO8 DO+ (12V)

NOTE:

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1� For the FD8373, there is no internal microphone� Connect an external microphone if you

need audio inputs�

2� Use the included AV cable to connect to a camera tester or LCD monitor to begin initial

setup�

LCD Monitor/ Camera tester

AV Out

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DI/DO Diagram

Please refer to the following illustration for the connection method�

BJT transistor

DI-

DO+

DI+

DO-

VDC

Switch

NO NC

Relay

+12 VDC Max.

AC

Source

AC

Device

BJT transistor

DI-

DO+

DI+

DO-

VDC

Switch

NO

NC

Relay

+12 VDC

AC

Source

AC

Device

NOTE:

The maximum output load from pins #7 & 8 is 50mA.

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Hardware Reset

Recessed Reset

Button

The reset button is used to reset the system or restore the factory default settings� Sometimes resetting the system can return the camera to normal operation� If the system problems remain after reset, restore the factory settings and install again�

Reset: Press and release the recessed reset button with a straightened paper clip. Wait for the Network Camera to reboot�

Restore: Press and hold the recessed reset button until the status LED rapidly blinks. Note that all settings will be restored to factory default� Upon successful restore, the status LED will blink green and red during normal operation�

Micro SD/SDHC Card Capacity

This network camera is compliant with Micro SD/SDHC 8/16/32/64GB and other preceding standard SD cards�

LED Denitions

Item LED status Description Priority

LED De`nitions

1 Steady Red Powered and system booting 3

Red LED off Power off

2 Steady Red Network failed 2

Red LED blinks every 1 sec�

(on for 1 sec� and off for antoher)

3 Blinks RED every 0�15 sec�

(on for 0�15 sec� and off for another)

4 Blinks RED every 0�15 sec�

(on for 0�15 sec� and off for another)

Connected to network (heartbeat) and BRB

mode (Back Recovery Booting)

Upgrading rmware. 1

Restoring defaults� 1

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Installation (FD8173)

Top View

50

5m

41

50

41

Side View

Before installing your camera, make sure the built-in PIR (Passive Infrared Sensor) can be directed toward the area of interest, where possible intrusion may occur� (The sensitivity of PIR sensor depends on the object size and temperature differences between the object and the background environment)�

You need to manually enable the PIR function in a web console� See page 134 for information�

Remove the dome cover using the included T10 screwdriver� Record the MAC address at the product label�

Dome Cover

Bottom of the Camera

FD8173-H

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Wall Mount

Ceiling Mount

1� Attach the alignment sticker to the ceilling/wall� 2� Through the two circles on the sticker, drill two pilot holes into the ceilling/wall� 3� The Network Camera can be mounted with the cable routed through the ceiling/wall or

from the side� If you want to feed the cable through the ceiling/wall, drill a cable hole� 4� Hammer the supplied plastic anchors into the holes� 5� Align the holes on the camera with the plastic anchors on the ceilling/wall, secure the

camera with the included screws�

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Assigning an IP Address

1� Install the "Installation Wizard 2�"

2� The program will search for VIVOTEK Video Receivers, Video Servers or Network Cam-

eras on the same LAN�

3� Double-click on the camera's MAC address to open a browser management session

with the camera�

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Adjusting the Lens

Adjust the camera lens to the desired viewing angle:

1� Loosen the tilt adjustment screws on both sides 2� Turns the lens modules toward the direction you prefer� 3� Tighten the adjustment screws�

2

Tilt: 65°

Rotate 350°

Pan 350°

Tilt Adjustment Screws

1

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To adjust the zoom factor and focus range

1� The camera comes with a motorized vari-focal

lens module� With a web console, you can enter the Configuration > Media > Image > Focus page to tune the image zoom and focus�

2� On this page, you can pull the Zoom and

Focus pointers, set up a Focus window,

Focus window

and use the Perform auto focus button to automatically obtain an optimal focus result� You may also manually fine-tune zoom and focus using the various functional buttons� Please refer to your User Manual for more information�

3. You may also push the Auto Focus & Zoom

buttons on the camera to obtain the same results especially when you are using camera tester for onsite adjustment�

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Completion

1� If you choose to feed the cable through the ceiling/wall, arrange the cables neatly

through the cable hole A (not shown in the drawing)� If you choose to feed the cable from the side, remove plate B�

2� Attach the dome cover to the camera as the direction shown below� Tighten two screws

from the sides of the dome cover�

3� Finally, make sure all parts of the camera are securely installed�

1

A

3

2

Dome Cover

B

Be aware of the cable route!

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Physical Description (FD8373)

Inner View

Vari-focal Lens

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IR LEDs (4 units, effective up to 20m)

Tilt Adjustment Screw

Focus & Zoom Buttons

MicroSD/SDHC/SDXC Card Slot

Reset Button

Jumpers

Video Output

NTSC

60Hz

Audio/Video Out (green)

PAL

50Hz

2

Microphone In (pink)

General I/O Terminal Block

Ethernet 10/100 RJ45 Socket

Record the MAC address before installing the camera�

FD8373-EHV

0002D10766AD

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NOTE:

Use the included AV cable to connect to a camera tester or LCD monitor to begin initial setup�

Camera tester

AV Out

Replace the side opening cover with the included side outlet bushing if you want to route cables from the side of camera�

NOTE:

1� This equipment is only to be connected to PoE networks without routing to outside plants� 2� For PoE input, use only UL listed I�T�E� with PoE output�

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Installation (FD8373)

Removing Dome Cover

First, use the included T20 hex key wrench to loose the four screws and detach the dome cover from the camera base� Follow the steps below to install the camera either to a ceiling or a wall�

IMPORTANT:

The dome cover should be removed first because if it should fall during the installation process, physical injury could occur to your co-workers�

Top View

Dome Cover

Dome Cover Retainer

Cabling Assembly

Connect power lines and if you have external devices such as sensors and alarms, make the connection from the general I/O terminal block�

Top View

For Ethernet Cable

Power and IO cables pass through a waterproof connector� The Ethernet cable should be routed through a rubber seal plug� All cables are usersupplied�

For Power & IO Cables

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Waterproof Connector

Sealing Nut (A)

Housing (B)

Seals (C)

(A)

(B)

(D)

Seal (D)

Screw Nut (E)

Hex Nut (F)

Assembling Steps

1� Disassemble the components of the

waterproof connector into parts (A) ~ (F) as shown above�

2� Place the screw nut (E) on the Power and

GPIO opening�

3� Feed the power cables through the

waterproof connector (F --> E --> D --> B --> A) as the illustration shows� Then connect the power cables to the power

source. Note: There are 8 holes on the

seal (D), and the widest holes with a crack

on the side are specic for power cables.

4� If you have external devices such as

sensors and alarms, feed the cables through the waterproof connector (F --> E

--> D --> B --> A) as previously described�

(E)

(F)

Refer to the pin denition to connect them to the general I/O terminal block. Note:

The recommended cable gauge is 2�0 ~

2�8 mm� 5� Push the seal (D) into the housing (B)� 6� Insert the seals (C) into unused holes on

the seal (D) to avoid moisture� 7� Secure the sealing nut (A) tightly and hex

nut (F) from the bottom of the camera�

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Connecting RJ45 Ethernet Cable

RJ45 Cable Dimension (unit: mm)

Recommended cable gauge: 24AWG (0.51 mm)

Assembling Steps

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1

3

o: white/orange stripe

O: orange solid

g: white/green stripe B: blue solid

b: white/blue stripe G: green solid br: white/brown stripe

BR: brown solid

Rubber Seal Plug

o

O

g B

b G br

BR

2

1� Drill a hole on the rubber seal

plug and insert an Ethernet cable through the opening�

2� Strip part of the sheath from the

Ethernet cable�

3� You will need an RJ45 crimping tool

to attach the Ethernet wires to a connector� When done, connect the cable to the camera’s Ethernet RJ45

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

socket�

4� Press the Ethernet cable into the routing

path at the bottom of the camera so that the cable will not get in the way when the metal mounting plate is attached�

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IMPORTANT:

Record the MAC address under the camera base before installing the camera�

Tips:

Replace the side opening cover with the included side outlet bushing if you want to route cables from the side of camera� The 1/2" protection conduits and tubing, if applied, are separately purchased�

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Mounting the Camera

1� Attach the supplied alignment sticker to the wall� 2� Using the circle marks on the sticker, drill at least 2 pilot holes symmetrically on each

side into the wall� Then hammer the four supplied plastic anchors into the holes�

3� Through three or four holes on the mounting plate, insert the supplied screws into the

corresponding holes and secure the mounting plate with a screwdriver�

4� Feed the cables through the triangular cutout A or side opening B� If you want to use hole

B, remove the side cover using a screwdriver� Secure the camera base to the mounting plate with three supplied screws�

1

3

B

2

4

A

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Network Deployment

General Connection (without PoE)

Non-PoE Switch

Red

Black

Pin 2

Pin 1

DC 12V±10%

L I

N

POW

ER

C

O

LL

I S

ION

K

RE

CEIVE

1

PARTITIO

2

3

N

4

5

Ethernet

1� Connect RJ45 Ethernet cable to a switch�

2� Connect the AC cables from the terminal

block as an alternate power source� The IO cables are user-supplied�

Power over Ethernet (PoE)

When using a PoE-enabled switch

The Network Camera is PoE-compliant, allowing transmission of power and data via a single Ethernet cable� Follow the below illustration to connect the Network Camera to a PoEenabled switch via Ethernet cable�

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PoE Switch

POWER

COLLISION

LINK

1

2

RECEIVE

PARTITION

3

4

5

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When using a non-PoE switch

Use a PoE power injector (optional) to connect between the Network Camera and a non-PoE switch�

PoE Power

Injector

(optional)

Non-PoE Switch

POWER

COLLISION

1

LINK

RECEIVE

2

PARTITION

3

4

5

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Internet connection via a router

Before setting up the Network Camera over the Internet, make sure you have a router and follow the steps below�

1� Connect your Network Camera behind a router, the Internet environment is illustrated below�

Regarding how to obtain your IP address, please refer to Software Installation on page 26 for details�

Internet

Cable or DSL Modem

WAN (Wide Area Network ) Router IP address : from ISP

LINK

POWER

COLLISION

RECEIVE

1

2

PARTITION

3

4

5

LAN (Local Area Network) Router IP address : 192.168.0.1

IP address : 192.168.0.3 Subnet mask : 255.255.255.0 Default router : 192.168.0.1

IP address : 192.168.0.2 Subnet mask : 255.255.255.0 Default router : 192.168.0.1

2� In this case, if the Local Area Network (LAN) IP address of your Network Camera is 192�168�0�3, please forward the following ports for the Network Camera on the router�

■ HTTP port: default is 80

■ RTSP port: default is 554

■ RTP port for audio: default is 5558

■ RTCP port for audio: default is 5559

■ RTP port for video: default is 5556

■ RTCP port for video: default is 5557

If you have changed the port numbers on the Network page, please open the ports accordingly on your router� For information on how to forward ports on the router, please refer to your router’s user’s manual�

3� Find out the public IP address of your router provided by your ISP (Internet Service Provider)� Use the public IP and the secondary HTTP port to access the Network Camera from the Internet� Please refer to Network Type on page 79 for details�

Internet connection with static IP

Choose this connection type if you are required to use a static IP for the Network Camera�

Please refer to LAN setting on page 78 for details�

Internet connection via PPPoE (Point-to-Point over Ethernet)

Choose this connection type if you are connected to the Internet via a DSL Line� Please refer to PPPoE on page 79 for details�

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For example, your router and IP settings may look like this:

Device IP Address: internal

port

IP Address: External Port (Mapped port on

the router) Public IP of router 122�146�57�120 LAN IP of router 192�168�2�1 Camera 1 192.168.2.10:80 122.146.57.120:8000 Camera 2 192.168.2.11:80 122.146.57.120:8001 ��

Congure the router, virtual server or rewall, so that the router can forward any data coming into a precongured port number to a network camera on the private network, and

allow data from the camera to be transmitted to the outside of the network over the same

path�

From Forward to

122.146.57.120:8000 192.168.2.10:80

122.146.57.120:8001 192.168.2.11:80

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When properly congured, you can access a camera behind the router using the HTTP request as follows: http://122.146.57.120:8000

If you change the port numbers on the Network conguration page, please open the ports

accordingly on your router� For example, you can open a management session with your

router to congure access through the router to the camera within your local network. Please consult your network administrator for router conguration if you have troubles with the conguration.

For more information with network conguration options (such as that of streaming ports), please refer to Conguration > Network Settings. VIVOTEK also provides the automatic

port forwarding feature as an NAT traversal function with the precondition that your router must support the UPnP port forwarding feature�

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Software Installation

Installation Wizard 2 (IW2), free-bundled software included on the product CD, helps you set up your Network Camera on the LAN�

IW

1� Install IW2 under the Software Utility directory from the software CD� Double-click the IW2 shortcut on your desktop to launch the program�

2� The program will conduct an analysis of your network environment� After your network environment is analyzed, please click Next to continue the program�

2

Installation

Wizard 2

3� The program will search for all VIVOTEK network devices on the same LAN�

4� After a brief search, the installer window will prompt� Click on the MAC and model name that matches the one printed on the product label� You can then double-click on the address to

open a management session with the Network Camera�

Network Camera

Model No: FD8173-H

MAC:0002D1730202

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Pat. 6,930,709

R o HS

Made in Taiwan

00-02-D1-73-02-02 192.168.5.151 FD8173-H

0002D1730202

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Ready to Use

1� A browser session with the Network Camera should prompt as shown below� 2� You should be able to see live video from your camera� You may also install the 32-channel

recording software from the software CD in a deployment consisting of multiple cameras� For its installation details, please refer to its related documents�

To adjust the viewing angle -- 3-axis mechanism design

1� Loosen the tilt adjustment screws and then turn the lens module up or down, or swing left or

right� Upon completion, tighten the screw�

2� Turn the lens to adjust the image orientation�

Vertical Tilt 65°

2

Lens Horizontal Pan 350°

Tilt Adjustment Screws

Horizontal Pan 350°

1

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To adjust the zoom factor and focus range

1� The camera comes with a motorized vari-

focal lens module� With a web console, you can enter the Configuration > Media > Image > Focus page to tune the image zoom and focus�

2� On this page, you can pull the Zoom and

Focus pointers, set up a Focus window,

Focus window

and use the Perform auto focus button to automatically obtain an optimal focus result� You may also manually fine-tune zoom and focus using the various functional buttons�

Please refer to page 64, Media > Image > Focus for more information�

3. You may also push the Auto Focus & Zoom

buttons on the camera to obtain the same results especially when you are using camera tester for onsite adjustment�

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Completion

1� Attach the dome cover to the camera by combining it to the retainer and aligning with the

mounting holes�

2� Secure the four dome screws with the supplied hex key wrench� Make sure all parts of

the camera are securely installed�

1

2

NOTE:

You will find a desiccant bag attached to the dome cover� Replace the desiccant bag included in the camera with the one in the accessory bag�

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Accessing the Network Camera

This chapter explains how to access the Network Camera through web browsers, RTSP players, 3GPP-compatible mobile devices, and VIVOTEK recording software�

Using Web Browsers

Use Installation Wizard 2 (IW2) to access the Network Cameras on LAN�

If your network environment is not a LAN, follow these steps to access the Netwotk Camera:

1� Launch your web browser (e�g�, Microsoft

2. Enter the IP address of the Network Camera in the address eld. Press Enter� 3� The live video will be displayed in your web browser�

4. If it is the rst time installing the VIVOTEK network camera, an information bar will prompt as

shown below� Follow the instructions to install the required plug-in on your computer�

®

Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox)�

NOTE:

NOTE

► For Mozilla Firefox users, your browser will use Quick Time to stream the live video. If you

don’t have Quick Time on your computer, please download it first, then launch the web browser�

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