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1. 7 Preparations zs ovaries e en eevee bes Ohare Se eee ee 8 Battery installation and 8 Installing RC 2RW onto the prism unit 5 8 Installing RC 2RW onto the 9 Communication between the RC 2W and a data 10 Mounting remote controller handle unit RC 2H onto the total station 10 Basic Operation eie oll RE ra 11 Powers with ON eu D a aces tech heec C me Eee bab her 11 Battery Remaining Display for 2 11 Battery Warning for GTS 800A 810A 820A GPT 8000A 11 AutoPower Off Red CUR VERRE UU CR ERREUR IUE 11 Error display RR eR hw as Ge RU AN 11 Setting for Optical communications with total station 12 Table of item to ee ee ERROR EUER TRAE 13 Light emitt ng angle uuo er HR er aa en eh 14 Light detecting range m 15 Turnzround function iu al een er De ss Da A 16 Stopping turn around 16 Tracking Sensitivity of total station 17 Low Power2. F2 communication F3 Set RC 3 Execute the External Link Operation Main menu Program Modes F1 Prog F2 EXT LINK F1 Execute O When communicating without using EXT LINK GTS communication mode 1 Select Communication Path to RC in the Parameters Setting Mode Operation Main menu Parameters Setting Modes F6 Para F2 communication F1 Serial Port 2 Set the parameters in the Parameters Setting Mode Refer to Table of item to be set showen as follows Operation Main menu Parameters Setting Modes F6 Para F2 communication F3 Set RC Setting Parameters in RC 2RW Set the parameters in Setting Mode Refer to Table of item to be set Setting Mode Setting Parameters of Communication port in Data Collector O When communicating by using Bluetooth refer to the manual of Data Collector s application software O When communicating by means of RS 232C Connect a data collector to be used to the serial RS 232C connector of the RC 2RW and set the items as follows B Rate 4800 Data L 8 Parity none Stop Bit 1 Basic Operation Table of item to be set Following parameters surrounded that you must set for RC 2RW and total station O Setting Parameters in total station Operation By using EXT LINK Without using EXT LINK AP L1 communication GTS communication mode mode F1 CABLE RADIO MODEM RC Select Matches the Main menu C
3. 100m 328ft Approximately 5 250m 820ft Approximately 3 Class 1 Class Horizontal 35 Vertical 357 RS 232C Baudrate 4800 Bit length 8 bits Parity bit None Stop bit 1 bit HA 1217 V1 1 Recognizable 4 digids Default 1111 Class2 Approx 10m 33ft The range is different by a condition U S A ditions Regulatory Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is used in a commercial or residential environment This equip ment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment is subject to the following two con 1 The device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation 24 REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM 2W RC 2W TOPCON POSITIONING SYSTEMS INC TOPCON SOUTH ASIA PTE LTD 5758 West Las Positas Pleasanton 94588 U S A 192 Pandan Loop 07 01 Pantech Industrial Complex Singapore 128381 Phone 925 460 1300 Fax 925 460 1315 www topcon com Phone 62780222 Fax 62733540 www topcon com sg TOPCON CALIFORN
4. IEC Publication 60825 1 provided on the safety standards for laser beam As per the said standard this product is classified as Class 1 Laser Products This is simple a product to operating that is not required to training from a Laser safety officer In case of any failure do not disassemble the instrument Contact TOPCON or your TOPCON dealer Class 1 Laser Product Invisible Laser Beam Total Station GTS 800A 810A GPT 8000A series The software must be of the correct version for your version of the GTS 800A 810A GPT 8000A series otherwise the RC 2RW will not function properly Contact TOPCON or your TOPCON dealer for version information Foreword Contents FOLEWORA i cas erecta AAA AAA AA AAA 1 General Handling Precautions ills e 1 Safety Informations ee er einen 2 Safety Cato aiii area DEREN RIED 2 Sn a Nathan in ne Bands enge Bere peeled 3 Exceptions from lt 51 3 Laser Salety s oder tend ne ee he ul 3 Total Station GTS 800A 810A GPT 8000A series 3 Contents tete nist tortus rs usa sal ee Sim E 4 Standard System 5 Nomenclature and Functions 6 Remote Controller RC 2RW 6 Remote Controller Handle Unit 2
5. RC 2RW fixing screw Holder for DM pole Holder for DM pole is an optional accessory Preparation Communication between the RC 2W data collector For communicating between the FC 1000 or another data collector and the RC 2W by means of an RS 232C connector connect the cable to the RC 2RW s RS 232C connector For communicating between the FC 1000 and the RC 2W by means of Bluetooth connect the RC 2B s connector to the RC 2RW O In this case is not necessary to remove the RC 2B s connector However power will be supplied to the RC 2B so the operating time will be almost equal to the Bluetooth communication Mounting remote controller handle unit RC 2H onto the total station Optical communications between total station and RC 2RW become possible by installing remote controller handle unit RC 2H onto the total station 1 Dismount the handle from total station 2 Mount RC 2H and secure it firmly with the fixing screw Note O Ensure that the power switch of total station is off when mounting RC 2H 10 Basic Operation Basic Operation Power switch ON 1 Press the power switch Power LED will light Power switch Power LED Battery Remaining Display for RC 2RW When the battery of the RC 2RW is low the power LED will flash with beep sound Audio sound Two pitches frequent beep synchronized with power LED Confirm the battery remaining when
6. 2 TOPCOn INSTRUCTION MANUAL REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM 2W RC 2W Foreword Foreword Thank you for purchasing the Topcon RC 2W Remote control system 2W For the best performance of the instrument please read these brief instructions carefully and keep them in a convenient location for future reference This system has the following features O Enables optical communications between the total station GTS 800A 810A 820A GPT 8000A and RC 2RW on the prism side which allows simplified one man survey based on the application programs O For communication between the RC 2RW on the prism side and the data collector FC 1000 communication by either Bluetooth wireless or cable is possible O Has the turn round function with which more efficient one man survey is possible General Handling Precautions Before starting work or operation be sure to check that this system is functioning correctly with normal performance Do not submerge the instrument into water The instrument can not be submerged underwater RC 2RW is designed based on the International Standard IP65 and RC 2H is designed based on the International Standard 54 therefore it is protected from the normal rainfall O Guarding the instrument against shocks When transporting the instrument provide some protection to minimize the risk of shocks Heavy shocks may cause the measurement to be faulty O Battery level check Confirm battery remaining l
7. mode of Laser 17 Reference Turn round motionS 1 2 0 0 cece tetas 17 Minimum Distance for Optical Communication 18 Recommendation of the sealed nickel metal hydride Ni MH battery 18 Setting Mode cee Van inner 19 Setting tems ic ie ee De 19 HOW to Setena ea Se ease Mee indies Makes 19 System Prism System 20 SySIem cousin iod oes aite sd et uus 20 Prism System ics ee i ee 20 Special Accessories 21 AAA 22 Specifications 22s xo RR RE 23 Foreword Standard System Components 1 Remote controller RC 2RW 1 2 Remote controller Handle unit RC 2H 1pc 3 AAsizedrycells Eep nennen 4pcs 4 5 1 5 Instruction manual s ae O R en 1vol 6 Holder RC 2B for prism unit 1pc Please make sure that all of above items are in the box when you unpack Nomenclature Functions Nomenclature and Functions Remote Controller RC 2RW Emitting window Laser beam aperture Receiving window Ope
8. turning on the instrument When the LED is displayed and the beep sounds replace the dry batteries with new ones We recommend for safety to prepare spare dry batteries Battery Warning for GTS 800A 810A 820A GPT 8000A series When the battery power of total station in optical communication with RC 2RW is low the bip will sound from the RC 2RW Audio sound Three pitches frequent bip When the bip sounds replace or recharge the batteries of total station Auto Power Off If no key operation is given or no communication is performed for more than 30 minutes the power turns off automatically Error display The RC 2RW unit does not display errors Refer to the operation manual for the data collector and other software for details 11 Basic Operation Setting for Optical communications with total station The following settings is prerequisites for the optical communications to take place between the total station or an application program and RC 2RW Setting Parameters in total station O When communicating by using EXT LINK of the application software AP L1 communication mode 1 Select Communication Path to RC in the program EXT LINK Operation Main menu Program Modes F1 Prog F2 EXT LINK F2 Setting F1 CABLE RADIO MODEM RC 2 Set Parameter for RC Operation Main menu Program Modes F1 Prog F2 EXT LINK F2 Setting F3 RC Main menu Parameters Setting Modes F6 Para
9. yourself This is only to be carried out by TOPCON or an authorized dealer only Risk of fire or electric shock Do not use damaged power cable plug and socket Risk of fire or electric shock Do not use a wet battery or charger May ignite explosively Never use an instrument near flammable gas liquid matter and do not use in acoal mine Battery can cause explosion or injury Do not dispose in fire or heat The short circuit of a battery can cause a fire Do not short circuit battery when storing it NCAUTION Use of controls or adjustment or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure Do not allow skin or clothing to come into contact with acid from the batteries if this does occur then wash off with copious amounts of water and seek medical advice Risk of injury by falling down the instrument or case Do not use a carrying case with a damaged which belts grips or latches It could be dangerous if the instrument falls over please check that you fix the handle to the instrument Foreword User 1 This product is for professional use only The user is required to be a qualified surveyor or have a good knowledge of surveying in order to understand the user and safety instructions before operating inspecting or adjusting 2 Wear the required protectors safety shoes helmet etc when operating Exceptions from Resp
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12. as follows Top view Light emitting angle TOPCON At greater distances the laser light at the edge of the beam field angle will be weaker Light emitting angle Side view 19 AA A AAN 5 RC 2RW should be aiming so that the total station always stays within the above range of laser beam emission until the turn round motions or optical communications are completed If the aiming is out of above range while RC 2RW is in turn round motions or optical communications the turn round or optical communications could not be completed 14 Basic Operation Light detecting range The detecting angles of RC 2RW and RC 2H Total station are shown below Total station can only be turned round with the turn round key under the condition that RC 2RW remains confined within the range as shown below where RC 2H can detect light RC 2RW should be aimed in a way to always capture the total station within this range during receiving data from the total station Detecting range RC 2H can detect the laser in all Detecting range horizontal direction Top view R 3 s TOPCON Side view Turn round function can be done within above range The RC 2RW must be aimed so as to capture the total station within above range during communicating 15 Basic Operation Turn round function RC 2RW should be kept aim
13. d function at a distance of approximately 10 m from the RC 2RW strong reflections of the pulsed laser diode PLD emission can prevent the Total Station from searching the prism correctly In this case switch the laser to low power mode to reduce the intensity of such reflections In low power mode the range of the turn round function is shorter than in normal power mode To change the power mode Turn the power ON while holding down the ESC key A buzzer will sound indicating that the RC 2RW is in low power mode To return to normal power mode turn the power OFF wait several seconds and then turn the power ON again Reference Turn round motions When the turn around key on the RC 2RW is pressed the pulsed laser diode PLD in the emitter produces a laser beam with a 5 cone pattern Refer to Light emitting angle on page 14 The RC 2H component of the Total Station has photo detectors on all four sides front rear right and left allowing laser beams to be detected in any orientation This detection ability extends to approximately 30 in the vertical direction refer to Light detecting range page 15 Upon detecting laser emissions the Total Station aligns toward the RC 2RW After horizontal alignment the telescope is scanned vertically in order to target the prism and initiate auto tracking Under certain conditions the time required for communications can increase to the point that turn around operation
14. evel before operating O Storing the instrument for long period Remove the dry cells from the instrument when you would not use it for long period e Turn round motions and Optical communications RC 2RW should be kept aiming so that the total station always stays within the above range of laser beam emission until the turn round motions or optical communications are completed If the aiming is out of above range while RC 2RW is in turn round motions or optical communications the turn round or optical communications could not be completed See Light emitting angle on page 14 and Light detecting range on page 15 Foreword Safety Information In order to encourage the safe use of products and prevent any danger to the operator and others or damage to properties important warnings are put on the products and inserted in the instruction manuals We suggest that everyone understand the meaning of the following displays and icons before reading the Safety Cautions and text Ignoring or disregard of this display may lead to death or serious injury NWARNING Ignoring or disregard of this display may lead to personal injury or physical Injury refers to hurt burn electric shock etc Physical damage refers to extensive damage to buildings or equipment and furniture Safety Cautions N WARNING There is a risk of fire electric shock or physical harm if you attempt to disassemble or repair the instrument
15. g a brush then wipe off with a soft cloth For cleaning the lens surface of the receiving window use a cleaning brush then use a clean lintless cotton cloth Moisten it with alcohol or mixture with ether to wipe in rotational motion from the center out O To remove the dust on the surface of emitting window or the parts made by plastic never use thinner or benzine Use a clean cloth moistened with neutral detergent O Always make sure the instrument is completely dry before storing Dry any moisture with a soft clean cloth 22 Specifications Operating temperature Storing temperature Protection against water and dust Operating distance 1 1 Turn round operating time Optical communicating time 2 3 4 Specifications 20 C to 50 C 30 C to 60 C RC 2RW IP65 RC 2H IP54 Based on the standard IEC60529 GTS 800A 810A 10m 250 m 33ft 820 ft GTS 820A 8000A 15m 250 m 49ft 820 ft When using with the prism unit A3 A3S The operating distance may be shorterthan normal in such the condition is not good by the heat simmer or strong direct sun shine to the detector Approximately 10 to 12 seconds 2 3 Approximately 3 to 4 seconds 2 4 Sight haze with visibility about 20km 12 5 miles moderate sunlight with light shimmer Under normal weather conditions with the telescope turned 90 relative to the prism and turn around performed with the prism roughly alig
16. hannel nication channel to Fi Prog F2 Setting a F3 PARAMETER RC EXT LINK Terminate Select Retry Select REC TYPE Select F1 Serial Port RS232C RC RC Select Matches the commu nication channel to RC 2RW V Search Select Select Main menu RC Select Select F6 Para Retry Select F3 Set RC F2 Com Delimit Select REC A B Select NEZ REC Select Trk State Select Other parameters Channel Fixation The content of each set item of EXT LINK is the following Moreover please refer to Chapter 8 1 2 of the total station s manual for F6 Parameters Channel 1 2 3 Refer to Setting Mode Select the option OFF or ON for carriage return and line feed when collecting measurement data with a data collector Terminate ETX ETX CR ETX CR LF Selecting the method of the data re transmitting Retry Standard Divided Standard This is offered in normal condition Divided Using bad condition such in long distance bad condition of sight strong heat simmer Select the option to record the data REC TYPE REC A REC B REC A The measurement is started and new data is output The data memorized in total station is output O Setting Parameters in RC 2RW Communication channel Select 13 Basic Operation Light emitting angle Laser beams are emitted from the light emitter of the RC 2RW The angle of emitting laser beams is
17. ing so that the total station always stays within the Important above range of laser beam emission until the turn round motions is completed If the aiming is out of above range while RC 2RW is in turn round motions the turn round could not be completed At greater distances the laser light at the edge of the emitting range angle will be weaker therefore the RC 2RW must be aimed correctly The turn round key on RC 2RW is used to have the total station search or automatically track RC 2RW prism In the auto tracking mode RC 2RW and the total station are ready for optical communications Turn round function is useful for auto tracking when you start working or when the auto tracking is interrupted by any reason For increasing efficiency keep the auto tracking status when you move to another measurement point O The settings and conditions of communication are prerequisites for the optical communications to take place between the total station and RC 2RW 1 Turn on the total station and execute the External Link 2 Aim the RC 2RW light emitter at the total station 3 Turn On the RC 2RW by pressing the power switch 4 Press the turn round key on RC 2RW Total station starts searching and ends in the tracking mode where it is communicable with this system O Total station must be kept apart from reflecting planes such as glass and white walls Reflected light may prevent it from c
18. located in battery space 1 Detach the battery cover and take off the dry batteries 2 Turn the dip switch ON or OFF using with a pin Battery cover battery cover unhooking lever Communication channel setting Combination of No 1 and No 2 Communication type No use Fixed to OFF Dip switch Setting Contents 1 OFF 2 OFF Channel 1 1 ON 2 OFF Channel 2 1 OFF 2 ON Channel 3 Normal OFF Po communication Turn round function is only available ON No use Fixed to OFF O Dip switch No 4 must be fixed to OFF position The RC 2RW does not work correctly when the switch No 4 is set to ON position 19 System Prism System System Prism System System Normal handle is changed to RC 2H GTS 820A GPT 8000A Series Prism System RC 2B nf OO Prism unit A3 A3S 20 Special Accessories Special Accessories Data Collector Prism unit A3 A3S Suitable for systemization of measuring instrument Measuring data will be automatically stored and transferred to a computer system making measuring operations more efficient and saving time and effort in such operation RC 2RW Holder RC 2B for prism unit A3 A3S External detector Holder for DM pole 21 Precaution Precaution O Always clean the instrument after use Remove the dust usin
19. ned vertical refer to Reference Turn round motions on page 17 Standard times for data display and data recording Times may vary depending on software version Remote Controller Handle Unit RC 2H Power source Detective range Weight Dimensions Remote Controller RC 2RW Power supply Operating time Pole Weight Dimensions 1 Normal use DC 7 2V from total station Horizontal 360 Vertical 30 0 4 kg 86 D x 180 W x 78 H mm Four AA size dry cells 6V Normal use 1 Without using the RC 2B Approx 30 hours When using the RC 2B s Bluetooth communication Approx 15 hours Using with alkaline manganese dry batteries DM pole 0 3 kg 154 D x 69 W x 38 H mm Under normal temperature at 25 C Measuring two points In cluding communicating and recording data every 1 minute and using turn around function once every 10 minutes In low temperature operating time will decrease rapidly due to the characteristic of dry battery We recommend you Ni MH battery sold in the market for low tem perature 23 Emitting Laser Angle of Laser Laser class Detecting Laser Detecting range Interface Connector with 6 pins Bluetooth unit Model name Bluetooth version PIN Code Transmission power Communication range Specifications Each direction 5 At greater distances the laser light at the edge of the emitting range angle will be weaker by laser emitting characteristic
20. nimum Distance for Optical Communication If you are not using the external detector optional accessory attach the prism unit as close as possible to the RC 2RW The minimum distance for optical communication is then determined by the distance between the prism and the receiving window dP as described below Prism unit A3 A3S Minimum distance Prism position dP RC 2RW 10m approx 10cm 20m approx 15cm Y 30 20 Recommendation of the sealed nickel metal hydride battery The use of Ni MH batteries is recommended under low ambient temperature conditions In general under cold conditions the discharge characteristics of Ni MH batteries are better than those of alkaline manganese batteries thus providing longer operating time 18 Setting Mode Setting Mode In this mode following items can be set Setting Items Selecting item Description Communication channel Sets a channel to be used for communications The same communication channel must be assigned to both RC 2RW and the total station The turn round function will work regardless of setting channel Normal Communication type Turn round only How to Set Select communication type Normal Normal communication Turn round only Turn round function is only available but other communication can not be available Set the setting mode by using the dip switch
21. oints Unlatching button Fixing screw GTS 800A 810A 820A GPT 8000A series carrying case is large enough to house the total station fitted with RC 2H Preparation Preparation Battery installation and replacement 1 Push up the battery cover unhooking Battery cover lever and detach the cover 2 Install four new AA size dry cells with correct polar orientation as shown on the side of the battery housing Insert the top lugs of battery cover and press the cover until it is snapped shut Battery cover battery cover unhooking lever Replace all 4 batteries with new ones Do not mix used and new batteries and do not mix different types of batteries together Insert the batteries with the positive and negative terminals oriented correctly Installing RC 2RW onto the prism unit A3 A3S CHG Holder RC 2B for Prism unit n d A3 A3S Prism unit A3 A3S Optional accessory Adaptor of Prism unit A3 A3S Optional accessory DM pole Optional accessory Installing RC 2RW the pole RC 2RW can be installed onto the DM pole as shown below 1 Insert the DM pole into the holder and secure the holder by fastening the pole fixing screw 2 Hook the RC 2RW to the hook of the holder and tighten the RC 2RW fixing screw of the holder Hook for holder RC 2RW Pole fixing screw
22. onsibility 1 The user of this product is expected to follow all operating instructions and make periodic checks of the product s performance 2 The manufacturer or its representatives assumes no responsibility for results of a faulty or intentional usage or misuse including any direct indirect consequential damage and loss of profits 3 The manufacturer or its representatives assumes no responsibility for consequential damage and loss of profits by any disaster an earthquake storms floods etc A fire accident or an act of a third party and or a usage any other usual conditions 4 The manufacturer or its representatives assumes no responsibility for any damage and loss of profits due to a change of data loss of data an interruption of business etc caused by using the product or an unusable product 5 The manufacturer or its representatives assumes no responsibility for any damage and loss of profits caused by usage except for explained in the user manual 6 The manufacturer or its representatives assumes no responsibility for damage caused by wrong movement or action due to connecting with other products Laser Safety This product uses the invisible lases beam to measure distance This product is manufactured and sold in accordance with Performance Standards for Light Emitting Products FDA BRH 21 CFR 1040 or Radiation Safety of Laser Products Equipment Classification Requirements and User s Guide
23. orrect prism searching and from auto tracking In this case change the power mode of RC 2RW to the low power mode to decrease the output of laser beam To change the power mode see Low Power mode of Laser Beam on page 17 Ensure that RC 2RW remains as motionless as possible when the total station is in turn round motions Total station otherwise may not be able to search prism correctly requiring extra time for the task The RC 2RW must be aimed so as to capture the total station within a range of 35 in the vertical and horizontal direction during communicating Refer to Light detecting range section Stopping turn around operations Press the ESC key to terminate turn around operation After the key is pressed turn around operation will continue for a short time before the Total Station comes to a stop 16 Basic Operation Tracking Sensitivity of total station Only for GTS 800A 810A When executing turn around operations at separation distances of 100 m or more from the total station the manufacturer recommends setting the tracking sensitivity of the total station to high H in order to make operations more consistent On the low L and medium M settings distance and weather conditions can increase the time required for turn around operations and under certain adverse conditions total station operations might even be impossible Low Power mode of Laser Beam When the Total Station performs a turn aroun
24. rating keys Prism unit A3 A3S Optional accessory DM pole RC 2RW fixing screw Bottom Connector for holder RC 2B When using Bluetooth communication Serial signal RS 232C connector RC 2RW Holder RC 2B for prism unit A3 A3S Rear side Hook for holder Battery cover Battery cover lever Screw hole for holder Nomenclature Functions Panel Turn round key Power LED Power switch Receiving LED Escape key Sending LED Key Function Power switch ON OFF of power of the RC 2RW Turn round motion key Total station will be in turn round motion Cancels the emitting laser for turn round motion The total station will stop the turn round operation after continuing the motion for a while LEDs LED Status Contents Power On solid The power of RC 2RW is ON LED Flash The battery remaining of RC 2RW is low Replace the batteries with new ones Off The power is OFF RC 2RW is the middle of data reception Sending On solid RC 2RW is in the middle of data transmission LED Flash RC 2RW is in the middle of turn round command transmission Remote Controller Handle Unit RC 2H GTS 800A 810A 820A GPT 8000A series total station requires RC 2H to enable turn round motions and optical communications with RC 2RW RC 2H Detectors at five p
25. s require a long time to complete and under certain circumstances such operations might not even be completed properly The following conditions can adversely affect operation 1 When units are used for communication over long distances or under poor atmospheric and weather conditions e g in strong direct sunlight heat refraction such as occurs near road surfaces and building surfaces on hot days rain fog etc When the aim of the RC 2RW is set incorrectly refer to Light emitting angle on page 14 When the installation position of the prism and RC 2RW are separated refer to Minimum Distance for Optical Communication on page 18 When communication channel settings or other settings of the total station and RC 2RW are not matched or are set incorrectly refer to Table of item to be set on page 13 and Setting Mode on page 19 When the total station is located in front of or to the side of glass or some other reflective surface When during turn around operations a person car or other object obstructs the light path between the total station and the RC 2RW When the units are used over long distances the RC 2RW set to low power mode Low Power mode of Laser Beam on page 17 When the dip switch settings on the RC 2RW are set incorrectly refer to Setting Mode on page 19 When the battery status display on the total station is flashing low battery power 17 Basic Operation Mi
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