AX2010A - Axiom Pro Audio
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1. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES AXCASE02 Carrying Case for 2 box unit USB2CAN NAC3FCA Neutrik Powercon BLUE PLUG KPTAX2012P NAC3FCB Neutrik Powercon WHITE PLUG AXFEETKIT NE8MCB Neutrik Ethercon PLUG RAINCOV2010 NC3MXXBAG Neutrik XLR M RAINCOV2010PW NC3FXXBAG Neutrik XLR F see http www axiomproaudio com for detailed description and other available accessories SPARE PARTS 95AXM014 Powercon sockets kit with internal wiring 91DSPKIT3 NAC3MPA Neutrik Powercon BLUE SOCKET 91PCAG00031 NAC3MPB Neutrik Powercon WHITE SOCKET 91PCALED1 95AXM014 Locking Pin for AX2010 98AXM10WZ8 PLG716 Straight Shackle 16 mm for Fly bar 98DRI1424 91DA2000 DA2000 Power amplifier module 98MBN1424 91CRAX2010 Input Link PCBA TT J i j CT Ooo i ee l PRONET network converter Fly bar for Axiom AX2010 Loudspeakers Kit Of 6pcs BOARDACFO1 M10 foot for stacked installation Rain protection for signal connectors Rain protection for power connectors DSP amp Control PCBA specify AX2010A firmware DSP Interface PCBA Position check LED PCBA 10 woofer 2 5 VC 1 4 2 5 compression driver titanium diaphragm for 1 4 driver 341 mm 13 42 POWER PANEL LOCK POWER OUT MAINS IN MAINS IN Powercon NAC3FCA power input connector blue To switch the PUSH amplifier on insert the Powercon connector and turn it clockwise into the O2. INPUT Audio signal input with locking XLR connector It has a fully electronically balanced circuitry including AD conversion for the best S N ratio and input headroom LINK A direct connection from the input connector to link other speakers with same audio signal GND LIFT This switch lift the IN OUT ground of the balanced audio NETWORK inputs from the earth ground of the amplifier module LINK PRESET BUTTON This button has two function 1 Pressing it while powering on the unit ID ASSIGN the internal DSP assigns a new ID to the unit for the PRONET remote control operation Each loudspeaker must have a unique ID to be visible in the PRONET network When you assign a new ID all the other loudspeakers with the ID already assigned must be ON and connected to the network 2 Pressing it with the unit ON you can select the DSP PRESET The selected PRESET is indicated by the corresponding LED STANDARD _ This PRESET is suitable for vertical flown arrays that may range from 4 to 8 boxes or for the centre region of a bigger flown array It can be used also for stacked arrays LONG THROW This PRESET can be used in arrays bigger than 6 or 8 boxes and loaded in the top 1 or 2 boxes in order to obtain a more even distribution of the sound pressure especially if they point very far away or to the upper deck of a large theatre DOWN FILL This PRESET which features a much smoother high frequency response can be loaded in the bottom b
3. gt lt 0 10 1 STEP HOLE alae cae me lt 0 5 6 5 Block cam 0 5 STEP HOLE USE THIS HOLE TO ears Ole LOCK THE HINGE BAR WHEN THE LOUDSPEAKER IS REST Wind loads When planning an open air event it is essential to obtain current weather and wind information When loudspeaker arrays are flown in an open air environment possible wind effects must be taken into account Wind load produces additional dynamic forces acting on the rigging components and the suspension which may lead to a dangerous situation If according to the forecast wind forces higher than 5 bft 29 38 Km h are possible the following actions have to be taken 95AXM014 LOCKING PIN The actual on site wind speed has to be monitored permanently Be aware that wind speed typically A j increases with height above ground A press and Suspension and securing points of the array should be designed to support double the static load in i inser order to withstand any additional dynamic forces WARNING Flying loudspeakers overhead at wind forces higher than 6 bft 39 49 Km h is not recommended If the wind force exceeds 7 bft 50 61 Km h there is a risk of mechanical damage to the components which may lead to a dangerous situation for persons in the vicinity of the flown array t release and Stop the event and make sure that no person remains in the vicinity of the array lock Lower and secure the array Stacked installation KPTAX2012P
4. the vertical array particularly for long throw applications LASER DISTANCE METER This instrument can be useful to measure the height of the vertical array and to know the distance between FOH Subs and FOH Array for setting the delay time Smaart V7 SMAART or similar acoustic measurement system AFE Fe These are useful to measure delays phase and response of the system EXAMPLE OF INSTALLATION IN A THEATRE WITH BALCONY Here below you can see an example of the use of different PRESETS in an AX2010 flown array installed in a big theatre with balcony The TOP BOXES of the array are aiming at the balcony while the DOWN FILL box is aiming at the audience close to the stage 25 O00 25 50 75 100 125 150 175 O0 225 30 25 CARE Anra 9 350 37 5 175 1 20 15 0 TOP BOXES the power level at the end of TOP BOX the balcony is lower as well as the high frequency level 12 5 10 0 DOWN FILL BOXES the power level in the proximity of the stage is higher as well as the high frequency level n PAAAARAR l AX2010A PRESET RESPONSE LONG THROW SINGLE DOWNFILL STANDARD PRESET USING EXAMPLE i In order to optimize the array performances for this specific application the o PRESETS should be used in the following way s Load the STANDARD preset in the central boxes Load the LONG THROW preset in the TOP 1 or 2 boxes in order t
5. 2 dB this can be considered a standard music program revision 2014 11 10 Remote Controls Line Array Element Network protocol Short Transmission Line LF Back Loading Acoustic Transmission Line HF Waveguide Amplifier Type Two 10 260 mm 2 5 64 mm aluminium Output Power voice coil 160 each paralleled Mains Voltage Range Vac Two 1 4 drivers 2 5 64 mm edgewound Mains Connector voice coil titanium diaphragm 16Q each paralleled Consumption IN OUT Connectors 75 Hz 18 kHz Processed IN OUT Network Connectors 110 6 dB Mechanical 10 6 dB Width 131 dB Height Depth 20 kQ balanced Taper angle 4 dBu 1 25 V Construction Paint CORE processing 96kHz 40bit floating point SHARC DSP 24 bit AD DA converters Suspension system 4 Presets Standard Long Throw Down Fill Front Suspension Single Box User Network Termination GND Link Back Suspension Net Weight AXIOM PRONET control software CANBUS Class D with Variable Switching Frequency and SMPS 2x 1000 W 230 V 15 or 115 V 15 50 60 Hz PowerCon NAC3MPA NAC3MPB 700 W nominal 1700 W max Neutrik XLR M XLR F ETHERCON NE8FAV 746 mm 29 37 341 mm 13 42 530 mm 20 86 5 15 mm reinforced Phenolic Birch High resistance water based paint Aluminium Fast Link structure with Fast Pin High Strength Steel with Fast Pin 40 3 Kg 88 7 lbs MECHANICAL DRAWING
6. IOM website at http www axiomproaudio com clicking on downloads section of the product Use the menu option Edit Import System Definition File to import the file AXIOM_AX Series_v2_1 gll from the installation Data folder the detailed instructions to use the program are located in the menu option Help User s Guide Note Some windows system can require the NET Framework 4 that can be download from microsoft website at http www microsoft com en us download default aspx WARNING CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS AND CONDITION OF USE e This loudspeaker is designed exclusively for Professional audio applications The product must be installed by qualified personal only e Proel strongly recommends that this loudspeaker cabinet be suspended taking into consideration all current National Federal State and Local regulations Please contact the manufacturer for further information e Proel do not accept any liability for damage caused to third parties due to improper installation lack of maintenance tampering or improper use of this product including disregard of acceptable and applicable safety standards e During assembly pay attention to the possible risk of crushing Wear suitable protective clothing Observe all instructions given on the rigging components and the loudspeaker cabinets When chain hoists are in operation ensure that there is nobody directly underneath or in the vicinity of the load Do not under any circumstances
7. KEY FEATURES e High output line array element e Compact size very good output to weight ratio e High quality low compression low distortion HF driver e Very stable horizontal coverage INTRODUCTION USER MANUAL AX2010A active vertical array loudspeaker e Transmission Line back loading for clean mid bass reproduction e Natural sound Transmission Line HF projection wave forming device e 96KHz 40 bit floating point CORE processing with PRONET remote control e Digitally controlled Class D amplifier module with SMPS The AX2010A Vertical Line Array element is designed for a wide range of sound reinforcement applications where a flexible and easy to use vertical array systems is needed The AX2010A has been designed both for rental live sound applications and for fixed installations and has been engineered LLIA j k ESRT ATAN for the simplest use possible but without sacrificing anything in sound quality and performance The high frequency range is reproduced by two low distortion compression drivers equipped with very light weight diaphragms Two transmission line waveforming waveguides have been used to load the HF drivers in order to provide a detailed and natural sound and to achieve a long distance HF projecting capacity The two 10 woofers employed in the reproduction of the mid bass we S range are equipped with very light weight cones The lightness of the diaphragm is furthermore improved by the use
8. N We OFF position To switch the amplifier off pull back the switch on the connector and 4 turn it counter clockwise into the POWER OFF position WARNING In the case of product failure or fuse replacement disconnect U A N the unit completely from the mains power The power cable must only be N connected to a socket corresponding to the specifications indicated on the ON amplifier unit The power supply must be protected by a suitably rated thermo magnetic breaker Preferably use a suitable switch to power on the whole audio system leaving the Powercon always connected to each speaker this simple trick extend the life of the Powercon connectors POWER OUT Powercon NAC3FCB power output connector grey This is connected in parallel with the MAINS IN The maximum load applicable depends on the mains voltage With 230V we suggest to link a maximum of 4 AX2010A loudspeakers with 120V we suggest to link a maximum of 2 AX2010A loudspeaker CONTROL PANEL AXIOM on PROT SIGN LIMIT TERMINATE D AX2010A HIGH OUTPUT POWERED VERTICAL ARRAY ELEMENT INPUT mi He ON This LED indicates power on status PROT This red LED lights when the amplifier module is in protect mode for an internal fault and consequently the amplifier is muted SIGN LIMIT This LED lights in green to indicate the presence of the signal and lights in red when an internal limiter reduces the input level
9. STACKED ARRAY DZ WARNING A N e The ground where the KPTAX2012P Fly bar serving as ground support is O placed needs to be absolutely stable and compact e Adjust the feet so to lie the bar perfectly horizontal e Always secure ground stacked setups against movement and possible max splay angle 10 e 2 tipping over a e A maximum of 4 x AX2010 cabinets with the KPTAX2012P Fly bar serving i as ground support are allowed to be set up as ground stack In the stack configuration you have to use the three optional BOARDAC2P feet and the fly bar must be mounted upside down on the ground Coupling system in the front do not require any adjustment using two locking pins each loudspeaker box is fixed to the previous The slotted bar in the back is inserted in a U shaped frame which features a series of numbered holes Sliding the slotted bar in the U shaped frame of the next loudspeaker and inserting a locking pin in one of the numbered holes it is possible to adjust the relative splay angle between two adjacent loudspeakers in the array column The optimal splay angles can be simulated using the EASE Focus 2 software max splay angle 10 max splay angle 5 Q E CENTER OF GRAVITY LIMITED WARRANTY Proel warrants all materials workmanship and proper operation of this product for a period of two years from the original date of purchase If any defects are found in the materials or workmanship or if the product fails to fun
10. Y BAR AND ACCESSORIES M10 FOOT FOR STRAIGHT SHACKLE 16mm STACKED INSTALLATION OPTIONAL IDENTIFICATION AND DATA LABEL PIN ATTACHMENT When lifting the system always proceed gradually step by step paying attention to secure the fly bar to the box and the box to the other boxes before pulling up the system this makes easier to insert properly the locking pins Also when the system is released Pre PEND HOLES FRONT BOX down unlock gradually the pins PIN ATTACHMENT During the lifting be very careful to not let the cables enter the REAR BOX space between one enclosure and the other as their compression PIN ATTACHMENT could cut them SUSPEND HOLE AXIOM KPTAX2012P FLY BAR FOR FLOWN ARRAY KPTAX2012P FLOWN PINPOINT SINGLE PINPOINT FOR STRAIGHT SHACKLE OO0OD000000000000ORm s eo o o lo ol Rigging Box Count 4 v Auto Splay Weight 168 90 kg Pinpoint 6 Detta 0 76 Cabinet Gain Angle AX2010 SuspBar 7 1 AX2010 STD x o Je 2 ax2010 STD 0 J 3 AX2010 STD Jo gt 4 AX2010 STD o a CENTRE OF GRAVITY Fly bar suspension and angle setup centre of gravity The first figure shows where the normal centre of gravity is with one box or several boxes arranged in a line Usually the boxes are arranged to make an arc for the best coverage of the audience so the center of gravity moves backward The aiming software suggests the id
11. ators lamps and any other device that generate heat This product should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation and heating dissipation Care should be taken so that objects and liquids do not go inside the product The product should be connected to a power supply mains line only of the type described on the operating instructions or as marked on the product Connect the apparatus to a power supply using only power cord included making always sure it is in good conditions WARNING The mains plug is used as disconnect device the disconnect device shall remain readily operable Do not cancel the safety feature assured by means of a polarized line plug one blade wider than the other or with a earth connection Make sure that power supply mains line has a proper earth connection Power supply cord should be unplugged from the outlet during strong thunderstorm or when left unused for a long period of time CE CONFORMITY Proel products comply with directive 2004 108 EC EMC as stated in EN 55103 1 and EN 55103 2 standards and with directive 2006 95 CE LVD as stated in EN 60065 standard PROEL S p A World Headquarter Via alla Ruenia 37 43 64027 Sant Omero Te ITALY Tel 39 0861 81241 Fax 39 0861 887862 www axiomproaudio com AXIOM
12. ble The beginning and the end of a PRONET NETWORK must be terminated One side is terminated by the USB2CAN converter the other side must be terminated pressing the TERMINATE switch on the last device All devices between these two points must have the TERMINATE switch lifted USB2CAN USB 2 0 port E co mee wl network last device OO p ressed o NETWORK t network NETWORK Assign the ID number To work properly in a PRONET network each connected device must have a unique identifier number called ID By default the USB2CAN PC controller has ID 0 and there can be only one PC controller Every other device connected must have its own unique ID equal or greater than 1 in the network cannot exist two devices with the same ID An ID number is assigned automatically to each devices when they are turned on for the first time connected to a network In order to correctly assign a new available ID to each device for working properly in a Pronet network follow these instructions 1 Switch off all the devices 2 Connect them correctly to the network cables 3 TERMINATE the latest device in the network connection 4 Switch on the first device keep pressed PRESET button on the control panel 5 Leaving the previous device switched on repeat the previous operation on the next device until the latest device is turned on AXIOM The Assi
13. climb on the array AIMING and SUSPENDING INSTRUCTIONS Fly Bar and accessories The AX2010 Systems are built to allow the suspension of array with variable shape and dimensions Thanks to a suspension mechanism designed to be functional flexible and safe each system must be suspended or stacked using the KPTAX2012P fly bar The loudspeakers are linked together in a column using a series of couplers integrated in the frame of each enclosure Each system is set up properly both acoustically and mechanically ete ere PAra KPTAX2012P FLY BAR ASSEMBLY SEQUENCE Coupling system in the front does not require any adjustment using two locking pins each loudspeaker box is fixed to the previous The slotted bar in the back is inserted in a U shaped frame which features a series of numbered holes Sliding the slotted bar in the U shaped frame of the next loudspeaker and inserting a locking pin in one of the numbered holes it is possible to adjust the relative splay angle between two adjacent loudspeakers in the array column KPTAX2012P fly bar maximum capacity is 700 Kg 1540 Ibs with the 0 angle It can support up to 12 AX2010 loudspeakers with a safety factor of 10 1 Follow the sequence in the figure for fixing the fly bar at the first box Usually this is the first step before lifting up the system Be careful to insert properly all the locking pins 2 3 and the shackle 5 in the right holes as specified by the aiming software KPTAX2012P FL
14. ction properly during the applicable warranty period the owner should inform about these defects the dealer or the distributor providing receipt or invoice of date of purchase and defect detailed description This warranty does not extend to damage resulting from improper installation misuse neglect or abuse Proel S p A will verify damage on returned units and when the unit has been properly used and warranty is still valid then the unit will be replaced or repaired Proel S p A is not responsible for any direct damage or indirect damage caused by product defectiveness e This unit package has been submitted to ISTA 1A integrity tests We suggest you control the unit conditions immediately after unpacking it e f any damage is found immediately advise the dealer Keep all unit packaging parts to allow inspection e Proel is not responsible for any damage that occurs during shipment e Products are sold delivered ex warehouse and shipment is at charge and risk of the buyer e Possible damages to unit should be immediately notified to forwarder Each complaint for package tampered with should be done within eight days from product receipt SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk close supervision is necessary when the product is used near children Protect the apparatus from atmospheric agents and keep it away from water rain and high humidity places This product should be site away from heat sources such as radi
15. eal suspension pinpoint taking into account this behaviour fix the straight shackle in this position Note that the ideal aiming angle often doesn t correspond to the pinpoint there is often a little difference between ideal aiming and real aiming and its value is the remaining angle positive remaining angle can be adjusted a little using two ropes negative remaining angle are self adjusted a little because the cables weighs on the back of the array With some experience it s possible to consider preventively these required little adjustments During the flown set up you can connect the elements of LOUDSPEAKER SPLAY ANGLES SET UP the array to their cables We suggest to discharge the weight of the cables from the flying pinpoint by tying them with a ee ka Ue alas HINGE BAR OF PREVIOUS BOX Odd degrees Even degrees textile fibre rope instead of letting them hang freely in this eee N way the position of the array will be much more similar to the simulation produced by the software LOCK THE PIN IN THE HOLE TO OBTAIN THE Y REQUIRED SPLAY _ 0 Pin locking and splay angles set up ANGLE 4 on The figure below shows how to insert correctly the Pe sires on 2 locking pin and how to set up the splay angle between lt 2 Ot 45 3 gt m A i loudspeakers Block cam i 5 2 5 _ hole gt C9 5 gt O 6 3 5 Pin es 7 14 5 _ bane ges Se 9 6 5 C eae Degrees lt 10 indicator
16. ernal status and edit all the parameters of each connected device Download the PRONET app from the AXIOM website at http www axiomproaudio com clicking on downloads section of the product The AXIOM active loudspeaker devices EXAMPLE OF PRONET NETWORK WITH AX2010A AND SW218A can be connected in a network and controlled by the PRONET software For the network connection the PROEL USB2CAN converter optional accessory PC NOTEBOOK is needed The first time you connect a device with the USB2CAN converter Windows O S will ask you to install the driver files which you can find in the Driver folder within the Pronet application folder by default is C Program Files Proel Pronet Driver or if you changed it lt your path gt Driver Please refer also to Installation and Drivers paragraphs in the Pronet documentation The PRONET NETWORK is based on a robust reliable and fast communication protocol called CANBUS The devices in a PRONET NETWORK are connected AX2010A together with a linear bus topology The USB2CAN converter must be connected to the network input of the first device the network output of the first device is connected to the input of the second and so on For the network connections simple RJ45 cat 5 or cat 6 ethernet cables can be used please don t confuse a ethernet network with a PRONET network these are completely different and must be fully separated also both use the same kind of ca
17. gn ID procedure for a device makes the internal network controller to perform two operations reset the current ID search the first free ID in the network starting from ID 1 If no other devices are connected and powered on the controller assume ID 1 that is the first free ID otherwise it searches the next one left free These operations ensure that every device has it s own unique ID if you need to add a new device to the network you simply repeat the operation of step 4 Every device maintains its ID also when it is turned off because the identifier is stored in the internal memory and it is cleared only by another Assign ID step as explained above This means that if your network is made always of the same devices the assigning ID procedure must be executed only the first time the system is turned on For more detailed instruction about PRONET see the PRONET USER S MANUAL included with the software Useful tools to set up properly a vertical array system This is a list of tools that can be very useful to set properly a vertical array system CABLE TESTER It is a good practice to check all cables before each installation because even one faulty cable can compromise heavily the system performance INCLINOMETER WITH LEVER This tool can be used to verify the vertical array angle It can be used at the top or at the bottom of the array In this case you have to sum all splay angles so the maximum precision is needed for aiming
18. ignals and very low distortion even at the maximum power The superior sound quality can be compared with top of the range AB class analog systems while the DA modules feature a higher dynamics very compact size and light weight and efficiency above 90 The DA module employed for powering the AX2010A deliver in an ultra compact package a maximum power of 2000W SIGNAL PROCESSING The system processing is based on the CORE DSP platform which has been designed by the PROEL R amp D Laboratories using one of the most advanced SHARC DSP for audio application It features 40bit 96kHz floating point resolution and high quality 24bit AD DA converters for a perfect signal integrity a dynamic range in excess of 110dB and a superior sonic performance Thanks to its massive processing power the CORE platform is capable of providing the most sophisticated algorithms for speaker processing together with remote control and networking capability The PRONET control software working on a solid and reliable CANBUS based network protocol provides an intuitive interface for the remote control of the whole system with the possibility of eqing delaying increasing the protections and monitoring the status of the amplifier PRONET Network PRONET software has been developed in collaboration with sound engineers and sound designers in order to offer an easy to use tool to setup and manage your audio system With PRONET you can visualize signal levels monitor int
19. o compensate the loss of power level and high frequencies of the program sent the upper deck of the theatre 10 Load the DOWN FILL SINGLE BOX preset in the BOTTOM box in order to smooth the high frequency content of the program sent to the audience close to the stage 10K 20K Hz PREDICTION EASE Focus 2 To aim correctly a complete system we suggests to use always the Aiming Software EASE Focus 2 The EASE Focus 2 Aiming Software is a 3D Acoustic Modelling Software that serves for the configuration and modelling of Line Arrays and conventional speakers close to reality It only considers the direct field created by the complex addition of the sound contributions of the individual loudspeakers or array components The design of EASE Focus is targeted at the end user It allows the easy and quick prediction of the array performance in a given venue The scientific base of EASE Focus stems from EASE the professional electro and room acoustic simulation software developed by AFMG Technologies GmbH It is based on the EASE GLL loudspeaker data file required for its use AXIOM_AX Series_v2_1 GLL please note that the version must be 2 0 or more The GLL file contains the data that defines the Line Array with regard to its possible configurations as well as to its geometrical and acoustical properties Download the EASE Focus 2 app from the AX
20. of aluminium voice coil instead of conventional copper This ensure a fast reproduction of the mid range and of mid bass musical passages improving also the thermal capacity of the voice coil and consequently controlling the overall power compression The two 10 woofers are back loaded by a short hybrid transmission line that minimizes the effect of the box resonances and eliminates the boxy mid bass sound commonly obtained from regular bassreflex enclosures The crossover filter approach is based on a Constant Power technique Thanks to a particular phase combination between the two ways around the crossover frequency this approach is able to provide a very stable horizontal coverage and a very stable off axys sound image also minimizing unwanted effects around the crossover frequency The further application of phase linearization techniques combined to constant power crossover yield a linear phase response and a coherent time response This allows for a natural perception of acoustic instruments and voices and for an improved depth of the sound image TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Acoustical System type Low frequency transducer High frequency transducer Frequency response 3 dB Horizontal Coverage Angle Vertical Coverage Angle Maximum Peak SPL 1m Electrical Input Impedance Input Sensitivity Signal Processing Direct access Controls Nominal consumption is measured with pink noise with a crest factor of 1
21. oxes usually 1 or 2 SINGLE BOX boxes of a large flown array in order to reach conveniently the audience close to the stage This preset could be very useful also when the box is used just on its own as a Front Fill element in the front of very large stages USER This LED lights when the USER PRESET is loaded This preset corresponds to USER MEMORY no 1 of the DSP and as a factory setting it s the same to STANDARD If you want to modify it you have to connect the unit to a PC edit the parameters with PRONET software and save the PRESET into USER MEMORY no 1 Note see also the example further on this manual NETWORK IN OUT These are a standard RJ45 CAT5 connectors with optional NEUTRIK NE8MC RJ45 cable connector carrier used for PRONET network transmission of remote control data over long distance or multiple unit applications TERMINATE In a PRONET network the last loudspeaker device must be terminated with an inner load resistance especially in a long run cabling press this switch if you want to terminate the unit AXIOM POWER AMPLIFIERS The AX2010A is powered by DA SERIES digital power modules a new generation of CLASS D power amplifier with digitally controlled SMPS The innovative technology used for these amplifiers including also the use of a variable switching frequency offers performances at the top of the range such as a superior sound definition at any audio frequency very high dynamics also for low level s
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