Installation Guide
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1. Unit ID Unit Name Serial number AX32 1 Unit 1 AX32 00016 Network settings Synchronize Restore defaults Restart Load recovery mode Firmware Update Item umber FW version Main Board 720100A 130813 7201001341067 cpufw 1 3 0 2 matrix 0 1 11 7 SFP Module 720150A 130819 7201501340017 AD Card 720130A 131016 7201301346050 fpga 0 1 2 20 AD Card 720130A 131016 7201301346051 fpga 0 1 2 20 DA Card 7202308 130912 7202301344050 fpga 0 1 0 22 Front Panel 720110A epld 0 4 Dante IP 426b6c796e320000 swver 3 7 0 24 fwver 3 4 6 1 apiver 3 1 1 swpenta 0 2 3 8 Device List Refresh IP List pen Status Unit type UnitiD Unit name Serial number Network Settings U z Synchronize Restore Defaults Restart Load recovery mode Firmware Update IP Address Connect Status HW status Unit type UnitID Unit name Serial number 10 1 33 29 Unit ready OK AX32 1 Unit 1 AX32 00016 Item Slot Type and version Serial number FW Version Main Board 720100A 130813 7201001341067 cpufw 1 3 0 3 matrix 0 1 11 7 SFP Module 720150A 130819 7201501340017 AD Card 720130A 131016 7201301346050 fpga 0 1 2 20 AD Card 720130A 131016 7201301346051 fpga 0 1 2 20 DA Card 7202308 130912 7202301344050 fpga 0 1 0 22 Front Panel 720110A epld 0 4 Dante IP 426b6c796e320000 swver 3 7 0 24 fwver 3 4 6 1 apiver 3 1 1 swpenta 0 2 3 8 Figure 2 DADman Device list in MAC OSX2. Doc no AX32 8001 A 4 Rev date 140110 Page 7 of 15 Deraruiopamn INStallation Guide AX32 For a more detailed description of the DADman software please refer to the AX32 user manual available on the DAD website www digitalaudio dk A N Note In order to have proper function of the AX32 the router and sample rate configuration has to be set correctly via DADman Operation The AX32 is controlled via the DADman software and some simple control and status viewing can be made via the front panel of the unit The DADman control program interfaces to the unit via one of the rear panel Ethernet connectors On the front panel two rows of LED indicators are available for indication of the AD and DA signal level an LCD display is available for simple control and for showing various settings of the AX32 4 buttons are available for accessing the settings shown in the display Front panel layout Figure 3 Front panel layout 1 16 LED indicators for signal level indication of the analogue AD input 2 16 LED indicators for signal level indication of the analogue DA output 3 4 buttons for operating the status display 4 Status display Front panel LED s AX32 has two rows of 16 LED indicators on the front panel showing the signal status for the AD inputs and DA outputs AD O ov Signal DA O Signal Carrier 1 2 0 15 16 32 Doc no AX32 8001 A 4 AD Signal of AD channel 1 16 Yellow indicates OL signa
3. a 64 channel IP Audio interface power by DanteTM The AX32 is equipped with one power supply except when configured with 6 analogue cards in which case a second power supply is installed It is also possible to add a the second power supply as a redundant power supply when less than 6 cards are installed E This installation guide provides basic information about the installation and use of the AX32 For more detailed information please refer to the AX32 user manual available on the DAD website www digitalaudio dk Accessing the AX 32 cards It is not necessary to open the AX32 during installation unless you need to add extra A D or D A cards The AX32 cards and module options can be accessed by removing the lid of the AX32 chassis The chassis provides 8 card slot positions where six can be used for analogue cards It is important that the placement of the cards are maintained since they correspond to the configuration of the unit The mini I O module and the IP Audio option are mounted on the Main board of the converter Cards and modules should not be removed or changed without consulting either NTP Technology or an authorised DAD representative Before you start Place your AX32 on a hard and dry surface or mount it into a 19 rack and leave plenty of room for ventilation In order to meet the EMC requirements of directives EN 55103 and FCC 47 CFR part 15 and in order to obtain the highest performance of the AX32 you must use good q
4. panel layout Rear panel layout 1 Card slot 1 to card slot 8 25 pole female D sub connector with Tascam pin out Up to 6 pcs 8 channel analogue input or output cards can be installed Slots 2 and 6 are currently not used Mini module slot for dual optical MADI I O via SFP Power switch Mains inlet The same mains inlet is used even when a redundant power supply is installed AES EBU I O channels 1 4 25 pole female D sub connector with Tascam pin out AES EBU I O channels 5 8 25 pole female D sub connector with Tascam pin out MADI I O BNC connectors DigiLink nterface port for Pro Tools HDX Primary port Se ee N an DigiLinkTMnterface port for Pro Tools HDX Primary port or Expansion port configurable O Word Clock or Video Black Burst synchronization input configurable BNC connector Word Clock synchronization output BNC connector NO AES11 AES3 synchronization input female XLR connector UJ Ethernet control and IP audio Primary port net 1 RJ45 connector Control port in redundant IP audio mode 14 Ethernet control and IP audio Secondary port net 2 RJ45 connector 15 Recontigure button and status LED Digital I O Connections Dual MADI SFP optical I O mini module The Dual SFP optical module can be installed with one or two Small form factor pluggable SFP transceiver modules Osa Os Os 4 The SFP modules are standard types which suppor
5. D Card e CARD AX32 M8 8 ch Mic Line AD Card e CARD AX32 DA8 8 ch Line DA Card These are interfaced via a 25 pole D sub connectors on the card which is accessible from the rear panel of the AX32 chassis 8 ch Analogue out This connector type is used both for the analogue input card and for the analogue output card Below is listed the connection for the 25 pole D sub connector The pinning is according to the proprietary standard by the company Tascam For more a detailed description of the two cards please refer to the AX32 user manual 8 ch Analogue in Connections channel 1 8 Pin out DIGITAL AUDIO DENMARK By NTP Technology Specifications Audio Specifications Sampling resolution PCM DXD sample rates DSD sample rates Dynamic range A THD N A Cross talk Input Impedance differential Max input level Microphone input gain range accuracy Microphone equivalent input noise A Modulator resolution format PCM DXD sample rates DSD sample rates Dynamic range A THD N A Cross talk Max output level Digital I O formats Supported sample rate Synchronisation sample rate Interface Analogue input Sbit sigma delta 5 645 or 6 144 MHz 24 bit PCM 44 1 48 88 2 96 174 4 192 352 8 384 kHz 2 8224 amp 5 6448 Mhz 64 amp 128 fs gt 123 dB lt 117 dB 3dB FS 0 00014 lt 120 dB gt 10 k Ohm Adjustable from 9 dBu to 30 dBu in steps of 0 1 dB Adjustable f
6. Installation Guide AX32 AD DA Converter System NTP TECHNOLOGY Dina Puoro DENMAAK A DAN TECHNOLOGIES COMPANY T DIGITAL AUDIO DENMARK By NTP Technology IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS The lightning flash with arrowhead The exclamation point within an equila The garbage bin with a cross is symbol within an equilateral triangle teral triangle is intended to alert the intended to alert the user that is intended to alert the user to the user to the presence of important the product may not be disposed of presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage operating and maintenance servicing instructions by regular garbage but as electronic within the product s enclosure that may be of in the literature accompanying the product equipment sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons WARNING when using electric products basic precautions should be followed including the following Read all of the safety and installations instructions and explanation of graphic symbols before using the product 1 Do not use this apparatus near water 6 Protect the power cord from being walked on or 2 Clean only with dry cloth pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from 3 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in the apparatus accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 7 Only use attachments accessories spec
7. P address and network mask via the computer control panel to e g 10 0 7 25 255 255 255 0 2 Select the AX32 in the DADman Settings Device List menu by right clicking the unit line and select Network settings when using a Windows PC On MAC OSX you use the Action button to select Network Settings 3 Configure via DADman each AX32 in turn with a unique IP address and the preferred network mask e g 10 0 7 21 255 255 255 0 In this window you can also configure the IP audio network settings 6 of 15 Dermruiopamn INStallation Guide AX32 4 When you are done you can connect more than one AX32 to the network and they will appear in the DADman Device List Automatic IP address You must have a network with a DHCP server which will allocate the IP addresses 1 Configure your computer IP address via the computer control panel to DHCP 2 Select the AX32 in the DADman Tools Device List menu by right clicking the unit line and select Network settings Configure via DADman each AX32 in turn to DCHP 4 When you are done you can connect more than one AX32 to the network and they will appear in the DADman Device List File Tools Help Serial port Status Unit type Unit ID Unit Name Serial number CI NetCom COM Port COM6 CI NetCom COM Port COM5 C NetCom COM Port COM7 C NetCom COM Port COM4 C NetCom COM Port COM13 CI NetCom COM Port COM15 Status HW Status Unit type
8. Sample Rate Shows sample rate of the AX32 If an asterisk is shown the sample rate is controlled via an external digital audio interface SRate Adapt Shows which external digital audio interface that controls the sample rate or shows Intern for internal sample rate control Sync Source Shows the external synchronisation clock source or shows Intern when the AX32 uses the internal clock Unit ID Name Shows unit ID number and unit name This is set via DADman Alarm status Shows alarm status Sync OK Clock sync is OK SyncErr Clock sync failure TempErr temperature inside AX32 is above 60 C 140 F Check that the AX32 Is installed in accordance with the instructions Fan Err One of the two fans is not working correctly Contact a DAD representative or the factory CardErr Fault in one of the A D or D A cards Contact a DAD representative or the factory Psu Err Power supply failure Contact a DAD representative or the factory MOC TIO AASDZ OUU I AA NEV Udle 4U U IaAUT O a rac offs am is AN T gmi el MD A f 2 P By NTP Technology Reconfig button The Recontig button on the back of the AX32 should not be used during normal installation It is generally intended as an ultimate recovery function in case something goes wrong during programming of IP addresses or a software upgrade e g an unintended power loss It allows the AX32 to start in various basic modes so
9. ation the unit can always be identified on a network via the default setup Note that the IP address referred to is the IP address of the controller management interface of the unit This is not the IP address of the IP audio interface if a such is installed This IP address can not be accessed in recovery or restore defaults mode Restore defaults SE Push Reconfig The AX32 enters a restore default mode In this Zn a WR for 10 sec while mode all setting of the unit is initialized to the pa as the unit is in factory programmed defaults H i The IP address settings of the unit are remain Green Led Release unchanged and do NOT return to factory default When the Reconfig button is released the utton firmware of the unit restarts with the factory Green LED default settings and enter normal operation OFF automatically nn AVDD ONNI N 1 Dair AlatA ANA N JaA NA Doc no AX32 8001 A 4 Rev date 140110 Page 10 of 15 Deraruiopamn INStallation Guide AX32 Rear panel connections O 230 110 VAC 50 60 Hz 0 2 0 6 A RMS Fuse 1A low Blow Je en Jor 8 ch Analogue In i ise if 8 ch Anarogue In RD l a er C EIFE AES EBU I O 1 4 Optical 1 0 WC VBB aivyue Out Lo G i argue Out o 8 ch Anaiogue In of lo AES EBU I O 5 8 F is NA el 7 Primary 1 Pr2iexp U o ESSEN ES Be gcro amp MO we Bek i Gi AN 5 ee 008 OOO Figure 4 Rear
10. e acc to standard UL817 and CSA C22 2 no 42 CEE 7 page VII SR section 107 2 D1 IEC 83 page C4 BS 1363 of 1984 Specification for 13A fused plugs and switched and unswitched socket outlets 19 2 RU 35 0 cms 13 8 43 5 cm 17 2 5 kg 11 Ibs Front Airflow 0 45 C 32 113 F EN 55103 1 part 1 emission EN 55103 2 part 2 Immunity FCC 47 CFR part 15 B emission 15 of 15
11. ified by 4 Do not install near any heat sources such as the manufacturer radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce 8 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or heat table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 5 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding 110 to 125V type plug according to UL 817 and CSA C22 2 no 42 A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A 9 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or grounding type plug has two blades and a third when unused for long periods of time grounding prong The wide blade or the third 10 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel prong are provided for your safety If the Servicing is required when the apparatus has provided plug does not fit into your outlet been damaged in any way such as power supply consult an electrician for replacement of the cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled obsolete outlet or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped DANGER Improper connection of the equipment grounding can result in a risk of electric shock Do not modity the plug provided with the product if it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet ins
12. ion powered by DanteTM The network connectors can operate as 5 of 15 DIGITAL AUDIO DENMARK By NTP Technology two parallel connectors for the internal switch or as dual connectors for redundant IP audio operation In this case controlling the unit is done via Net port 1 AX32 has one to tree different IP addresses One for the unit control via DADman and one or two for the IP audio in respectively single or redundant mode The network configuration is managed separately for the controlling interface and for the IP audio interface and can have different configuration The controlling interface is used for controlling AX32 from DADman and the IP audio interface one or two If installed is used for interfacing IP audio in a network The factory default setting of the IP address of the controller port of the AX32 is 10 0 7 20 The IP address can be changed manually via DADman or it can be set to be automatically assigned by a DHCP server router in the network If needed AX32 can be set in recovery mode with a the fixed factory defined IP address 10 0 7 20 and IP discovery via DHCP This is described in the Reconfig section of this manual For a more detailed description of the network functionality configuration and behaviour please refer to the separate AX32 user manual Control software installation Computer recommendation The DADman control program operates on any Windows or MAC OSX based computer and is constantly maintained for intero
13. it can be restored without having to be returned to the factory The Recontig button is accessed via a hole in the rear panel using a pen or a similar pointed item A green LED is visible through the hole When the Recontig button is activated the LED will light up indicating the two reconfig modes of the AX32 Recovery mode RE TE Recontig The AX32 enters a recovery mode In this mode a oS pushed while the only a basic boot software is operative in the pull all 5 unit is powering unit and new software can be downloaded via up the DADman software This mode is used if the software in the AX32 for some reason is not nn gt operative or broken turns ON The IP address settings of the unit are the last setting used in the unit Recontig The AX32 remains in reconfig mode as described short push above while the unit is The IP address settings of the unit is however set in reconfig mode to DHCP In case there is no DHCP server on the and Green LED is network the AX32 will default to IP address 10 0 7 20 255 255 0 0 after approx 2 minutes Green LED turns OFF The selection of either of the two recovery modes are fixed after selection The AX32 will start with a basic boot software and IP configuration The AX32 will not be operational until a proper firmware has been downloaded via the DADman software and it has been restarted By enabling recovery mode with default IP address and network configur
14. l signal input above 42dB FS and red indicates signal above 0 5 dB FS DA Signal of DA channel 1 16 Yellow indicates Signal carrier signal input above 42dB FS and green indicates signal below 42dB FS and a valid digital input source carrier Rev date 140110 Page 8 of 15 a ga J x esa i A u ia I aw ww A Piwvwt wm A Vitis i i ww UA UA A TNs a d DIGITAL AUDIO DENMARK By NTP Technology Front panel status display The display of the AX32 has four rows for displaying information and four knobs for entering and scrolling information The display can show more pages and each page can consist of rows where settings can be changed and with rows for just showing status information The display functions for the basic page are described below More pages are available depending on the firmware version of the AX32 For more information on these pages please refer to the user manual Operating buttons serino Setting Pushing the button scrolls trough the settings rows The gt curser marks the selected vown row function Up Pushing the button scrolls up the value setting of the selected function Down Pushing the button scrolls down the value setting of the selected function Page Pushing the button scrolls trough the available display pages Sample Rate Te Basic display page sample rate synchronization ID SRate Adapt gt PT HD1 and alarms Sync Source Intern 1 NameUnit Sync OK
15. perability with the latest OS versions Program installation This section will take you through the installation procedure for the DADman computer control program The AX32 is controlled from a PC or MAC using a network connection The PC MAC and the AX32 units must be connected on the same subnet The DADman remote control program 1 Install the DADman program by downloading the application from www digitalaudio dk Follow the instructions of the install program Please note that there are two different program downloads One for Windows and one for MAC OSX Create a shortcut for the DADman program on the desktop Double click on the DADman icon and start the DADman application Connect one only one AX32 to the network a a oe ON In the top menu bar select Tools Device List and apply Retresh when using a Windows PC in order to discover the AX32 on the network On MAC OSX Action is used to select Refresh IP list The Device List window for Windows and MAC OSX is show in figure 1 Assigning the IP address for the computer and the AX32 When the DADman program is installed you are able to finalise the network configuration of the AX32 by connecting AX32 one by one You have the option of using fixed IP addresses or IP addresses assigned via DHCP Fixed IP address You must have a preferred range of IP addresses and a network mask for the computer network and the connected AX32 units 1 Configure your computer I
16. re through openings SERVICE Do not attempt to service the product beyond that described in the user maintenance instructions All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel The product should be serviced by qualified service personnel when The power supply cord or plug has been damaged or Objects have fallen or liquid has spilled into the product or The product has been exposed to rain or The product does not appear to be operating normally or exhibits a marked change in performance or The product has been dropped or the enclosure damaged ee eee Ul WARNING Hazardous moving parts inside the unit Keep fingers and other body parts away DIGITAL AUDIO DENMARK By NTP Technology Contents GENERAL DESCRIPTION Accessing the AX 32 cards BEFORE YOU START Mechanical installation and low fan noise Network configuration CONTROL SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Computer recommendation Program installation Assigning the IP address for the computer and the AX32 OPERATION Front panel LED s o oOo AAAA WMH UW a UWI O Front panel status display Reconfig button REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS Digital O Connections U Analogue I O Connections SPECIFICATIONS Audio Specifications Uu A gt A Electrical Specifications U1 Mechanical specifications U1 Environmental specifications 2014 All rights reserved DAD Digital Audio Denmark Is a regi
17. rom 18 to 70 dB in steps of 0 1 dB 0 25 dB accuracy lt 133dB Analogue output 32 x oversampling 1 bit DSD 24 bit PCM 44 1 48 88 2 96 174 4 192 352 8 384 kHz 2 8224 amp 5 6448 Mhz 64 amp 128 fs gt 128 dB lt 110 dB 3dB FS 0 00031 lt 120 dB Adjustable from 60 dBu to 24 dBu in steps of 0 1 dB Digital I O and Synchronisation AES EBU Pro Tools DigiLink Dante IP Audio up to 192 kHz MADI up to 384 kHz and DSD AES11 Word Clock All digital inputs Video Sync word clock connector PAL NTSC SECAM Network Interface 1000BASE T RJ45 connector 4 pair connection 14 of 15 DIGITAL AUDIO DENMARK By NTP Technology Electrical Specifications Power consumption Input voltage Mains fuse mounted in IEC connector Safety compliance 90 VA max 90 260 VAC 100 240 VAC Nominal 47 63 Hz 1 A T1AH 250V EN 60950 1 2006 Power supply cord must be min light sheathed flexible cord according to IEC60227 designation 60227 IEC 52 and include a protective earth conductor having a green and yellow insulation Cross sectional areas min 3x0 75mm2 Mains line plug type 110 125V 220 230V 240V Mechanical specifications Chassis standard Chassis depth without connectors mounted Chassis body width Weight not including I O cards Chassis air flow from front to rear Environmental specifications Operating Temperature Humidity EMC compliance Correct typ
18. stered Trademark of NTP Technology A S who is the legal owner of the brand Product features and specifications are subject to change without notice NTP Technology A S shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors contained herein nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the furnishing performance or use of this manual Company Address NTP Technology A S Nybrove 99 DK 2820 Gentofte Denmark Fax 45 44 53 11 70 E mail info digitalaudio dk Web www digitalaudio dk All trademarks are recognized as the property of their respective owners Doc No AX32 8001 A 4 rev 1 4of 15 DIGITAL AUDIO DENMARK By NTP Technology General description Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the DAD AX32 Converter System AX32 is an extremely capable multi channel audio converter and microphone preamplifier for independent simultaneous analog to digital A D and digital to analog D A conversion as well as digital to digital D D format conversion and signal routing The AX32 has as standard 8 stereo AES3 inputs and outputs 16 I O channels dual DigiLink interface for 64 input and output channels to Pro Tools HDX and one coaxial 64 channel MADI input and output connection The AX32 can be fitted with up to 6 pcs 8 channel A D or 8 channel D A cards providing for up to 48 analogue input or output channels Digital interface options include up to 2 optical MADI 64 channel input and output connections and
19. t various types of optical interfaces with LED or Laser diodes various wavelengths and fibertypes Each SFP module has a receiver and a transmitter part and can be used for MADI audio I O Optical I O SFP 1 SFP 2 Doc no AX32 8001 A 4 Rev date 140110 Page 11 of 15 DIGITAL AUDIO DENMARK By NTP Technology AES EBU I O ch 1 4 Pin out _ u i i p oni win L Ci TeiG id Sig LAT The right part of the SFP connector is the receiver and the left part is the transmitter AES11 Sync input Female XLR connector Pin 1 TX Pih 2 TX Pin gt RX Ethernet RJ45 connector Gigabit Pin 1 BI DA Pin 2 BI_DA Pin 3 BI_DB Pin 4 BI DC Pin 5 BI_DC Pin 6 BI_DB Pin 7 BI DD Pin 8 BI_DD AES EBU I O 25 pole female D sub connectors The top connector provides the connection for AES EBU VO channels 1 4 The lower connector provides the connection for AES EBU I O channels 5 8 providing a total of 8 AES EBU I O channels Below is listed the connections for the combined input and output 25 pole D sub connector The pinning is according to the proprietary standard by the company Tascam Connections channel 1 4 channel 5 8 date 140110 Pa Qe 12 of 15 DieimaumunioDenmars NSTA llation Guide AX32 Analogue I O Connections Analogue I O 25 pole female D sub connectors There are three types of optional analogue card for the AX32 e CARD AX32 L8 8 ch Line A
20. talled by a qualified electrician Do not use an adapter which defeats the function of the equipment grounding conductor If you are in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded check with a qualified serviceman or electrician DIGITAL AUDIO DENMARK By NTP Technology The product must be grounded If it should malfunction or breakdown grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock This product is equipped with a power supply cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet which is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances WARNING This product either alone or in combination with an amplifier and speakers or headphones may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss Do not operate at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears you should consult an audiologist The product should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation The power supply cord of the product should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time When unplugging the power supply do not pull on the cord but grasp it by the plug Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosu
21. uality correctly shielded cables for all external connections when installing the AX32 For the power connection a normal unshielded power cable with a proper protective earth conductor can be used Make sure that your sound system is at a safe volume level Mechanical installation and low fan noise The AX32 is fitted with two ultra quiet fans to ensure optimum operating temperature The fans are temperature controlled i e the rotation speed and thereby noise is dependent on the temperature inside the AX32 The fans are hardly audible during normal operation assuming the AX32 is installed correctly The optimal air flow is from the front holes in the bottom of the unit to the rear holes in the rear and top plate When the unit is installed considerations have to be made to ensure proper air circulation from the bottom to the rear It is recommended to leave 1RU of space free under the AX32 and not to block the rear panel and top plate holes The speed of the two low noise fans will be increased automatically to keep the internal temperature low if there is insufficient airflow If the internal temperature exceeds 60 C 140 F a temperature alarm will appear in the display Please refer to the mechanical specifications section for more details regarding the installation Network configuration AX32 is equipped with two GigaBit Ethernet connectors and internally an Ethernet switch a controller part and a part for the optional IP Audio opt
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