Carson Car Amplifier 1012 User's Manual
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1. deployment areas Inspect behind mounting area for clearance Assure adequate ventilation to prevent overheating Consider wire routing and access to Connections Install mounting bracket to vehicle using 1 4 hardware not supplied 5 1012 Remote Par Vehicle dashboard using mounting hardware not supplied from the driver s or passengers legs pu The remote panel of the 50 1012 is typically mounted undemeath the Mount the pano a location away C 1022 Hand Contro Choose a mounting location convenient to the operator and away from any air bag deployment areas Consider cable routing to amplifier Mount the hand control with Supplied Hook and Loop tape VELCRO If the tape method is not preferred the hand control may be mounted several ways A Holster CP5003 to hold the Hand Control or a Hanger and Holder to hold the Hand Control a microphone ED 1865 are available accessories See PARTS and ACCESSORIES Section 20008 10 1012 1022 10 14 Installation Instructions Page 7 of 16 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Electrical connections to the unit are made using terminal block plugs and screw terminals located the amplifier Labels on the unit identify each terminal function Install the plug on the unit before wiring f the unit needs service the plug can be easily removed without unwiring The power supply of unit must be capable of delivering peak currents up to 50 amps fo2. Mechanical Wall Yap Phaser Mana and Rom 8 1022 input programmable for postive or negate activation Intemal posttn O1P switch option selector Tumeur Screw down terminals for Posive and Negative Supply 6 Pos Teminal Block 2 Speaker Auxilay and Enable inputs 2 ght conta outputs SC 1012 has removable 10 Pes Terminal Block Pug far remote pana SC 1022 hand conti has for conection to unt Light Control Section TOT has wo lighted rocker 5C 1022 has two pushbutions Tuner 20 per switch 20 AMPS tia Coechons Tesightconoupus General Sue Wise E Deep Weg SOTO SLES SCTE OE SITES cpaoa7e 22008 Page 4 of 16 1002 11012 1022 10 14 Installation Instructions INSTALLATION Proper installation of the unit is essential for years of safe reliable operation Please read all instruction before instaling the unit Failure to follow these instructions can cause serious dam age to the unit or vehicle and may void warranties SAFETY PRECAUTIONS For the safety of te installr vehicle operator passengers and the community please observe the following safety precautions Fallure to follow safety precautions and instructions may ult in property damage injury or death Qualifications The installer must have a firm knowledge of basic e
3. 012 8 __ cuipur repace m pars Zrenured Accessory Descrion sumdariaccessory suppied win uni essi Bracket U daa mount mper ED Tes 7 Meuning Hardware Ki 2 bol 2 GP105605_ _ Connecer ipi Terminal Block Pug CIS 7 Cenmecor 1 Terminal Bock Plug 5 7 CPIGSZAZSZ Terminal mauled femals SCAU SC 10127 1022 Amer 7 SC 1012 Remote Panel Assembly halides rocker switches ECRIZHUCH _ 5 1077 Hand Contr Assembly CPS003 SC 1022 Hand Conti Hoster SC 1027 Hanger and Powder KT EDT753 Cable and Conve Benson CPZ RBS giu SOTO VELCRO gt Veics Siro Fastener SC 1022 rssuctien cpaog7e See www carsonsirens com for additional information contact our Service Department at E mail service carsonsirens com or Phone 888 577 6877 22008 Page 16 of 16 SC 1002 11012 1022 10 14 Installation Instuctons RETURNS If you have any questions concerning this or any other Carson product please contact our Ser vice Department at 888 577 6877 Many issues can be handled over the phone We can also be reached via e mail service carsonsirens com 1 product must be returned for any reason please contact our Technical Service Department to obtain a Returned Merchandise Authorization number RMA befor
4. 14 x x 1 Remote Panel Assembly 5 1012 10 x 3 Coanector 10 P Terminal Block Plug_ CP4688 70 X 23 Terminal 3 18 Insulated Female QC CPA062 K2823 X 1 Hand Control Assembly SC 1022 10CH X 3 Velcro Strip Fastener VELCRO X 3 instruction Manual 4997 This Manual x x x 20008 SC 1002 11012 1022 10 14 Installation Instructions Page Sof 16 OPTION SWITCHES internal 8 positon DIP switch on the circuit board may be changed to select various options Accessing Option Switches the DIP switch is located just behind the front panel of the ampli fier Use 7 64 allen wrench to remove the 4 corner screws then remove front panel X X ES toam nar ARSON NZ Adjusting Option Switches itis easiest to view the DIP switch with the unit turned upside down With the unit pate AP on memet i assembly board toward the left side of the unit Switch 1 is toward the front of the unit Switch tion is toward the left side of the unit The default sotting is shown here Switch 1 is on SW 1 AUX P Auxiliary Input Polarity The auxiliary input is normally activated with positve Tum switch of for negative activation SW 2 INST ON Instant ON The Enable input wiring is normally required to tum on the unit Turing this Switch on allows the front panel switches to instantly on
5. CARSON Carson Manufacturing Co Inc 5451 North Rural Street Indianapolis IN 46220 Phone 888 577 6877 Fax 317 254 2667 SC 1002 1012 1022 10 SIREN AMPLIFIER W LIGHT CONTROL P PHSR SC 1002 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Carson is a trademark of Carson Manufacturing Company Inc Page 2 of 18 100 11012 1022 10 14 Installation Instructions TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL DESCRIPTION 3 SPECIFICATIONS 3 INSTALLATION 4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4 UNPACKING 4 OPTION SWITCHES 5 MOUNTING 6 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 7 OPERATION SC 1002 1012 Model 11 POWER ON OFF 11 SIREN CONTROLS 11 Man or Auto Selector Switch 11 Mech Yelp Selector Switch 11 Phaser Button SC 1002 or Rocker 9 1012 11 Horn Button SC 1002 or Rocker SC 1012 11 Auxiliary Input Functions 11 Horn Ring Cycler 2 HRC2 11 LIGHT CONTROLS 12 LT1 and LT2 Lighted Rocker Switches 12 OPERATION SC 1022 Model 13 POWER ON OFF 13 SIREN CONTROLS 13 Mech Wail Yelp and Phaser Pushbutton Switches 13 Manual Pushbutton Switch 13 Horn Pushbutton Switch 13 Auxiliary Input Functions 13 Horn Ring Cycler 2 HRC2 See page 11 13 LIGHT CONTROLS 13 171 and LT2 Pushbutton Switches 13 SERVICE 14 PROBLEMS 14 PARTS and ACCESSORIES 15 RETURNS 16 WARRANTY 16 NOTICE Due to continuous product improvements we must reserve fne right ta change any specications a
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7. ECTOR SWITCH 3 position rocker selector switch controls the primary sien tone Mech A simulated mechanical siren tone Tone may be changed or disabled See OPTION SWITCHES section Wail slower changing tone used on highways Yelp A rapidly changing tone used in congested areas PHASER BUTTON SC 1002 or ROCKER SC 1012 vary rapid changing tone used at intersections and very highly congested PHSR HORN areas With selector switch in Auto this tone override is toggled on and by repeatedly pressing switch With selector switch in Standby this tone override is momentary as long as the switch is pressed May be optionally PHSR replaced with Two Tone or disabled Two Tone is two altemating frequen a European HI LO See OPTION SWITCHES section HORN BUTTON SC 1002 or ROCKER SC 1012 Produces a simulated AirHom tone while pressed Overrides all siren modos Horn tone may be disabled See OPTION SWITCHES section AUXILIARY INPUT FUNCTIONS TEN The switch or horn ring attached is intended to be momentary With selector switch in Standby activating auxiliary is the same function as activating Manual Note that the orange enable lead must be activated forthe unit to be on while Standby When the selector switch isin Auto activating auxiliary is the same as pressing Horn swatch Horn Ring Cycler 2 HRC2 this feature may also be added by turning on the HRC2 option HRC2 is only available while
8. art shows typical symptoms and possible causes A blown siren fuse doesn t necessarily mean that the unit is bad If a speaker or speaker lead is shorted the fuse will blow before the unit is damaged Disconnect the SPKR leads and replace the fuse If the OUTPUT light comes on with siren power enabled and Wall mode selected itis Check the speaker or leads for possible shorting PROBLEMS Symptom Possible Cause Check No power Ora No power i ena pur Gr wire or POWER ight come output Bad speaker isthe OUTPUT ight face coming on in Wail Connectors loose Do you hear a pop when on Rear paral fuse blown Js an extemal fee rut breaker used Loose connecion at poner source_ Ave the negative leads connectod to a good ground Saran es E the OUTPUT an Tace coming on in Wail High Voltage Protection voage must be les than highest rated votage Disared sven Speaker assembly cose gt the speaker bol or tip bose sound Aux Input connection sie Aux Input used and weed property Low vence votage input votage must be greater than lowest rated remstenrsren Figh Votage Protection ine vehicle votage regulator working propery Gonnectr loose the connecte tight on the back of he unit Bad power connection there loose on a power lead crust breaker in supp conection brea
9. aser mode pressing the Manual button causes tone to rise and peak then resume when released HORN PUSHBUTTON SWITCH Produces a simulated Ai Hom tone while pressed Overrides siren modes tone may be disabled See OPTION SWITCHES section AUXILIARY INPUT FUNCTIONS The switch hom ring attached is intended to be momentary While in Standby activating auxi ary is same function as activating Manual button While in Mech Wail Yelp or Phaser mode activating auxiliary is same function as Horn button Horn Ring Cycler 2 HRC2 this feature may also be added See description Page 11 Primary Mode HORN Auxiliary Input and Tone Button Button Horn Ring Standby Silent Wan Mech Horn Man Mech or HRCZ Mechanical Man Mech Rise Horn Wail Manual Rise Horn Yelp Manual Rise Horn Phaser Manual Rise Horn LIGHT CONTROLS LT1 and LT2 PUSHBUTTON SWITCHES Momentarily push button to activate will ight red corresponding light output Momentarily push button again to de aciivate corresponding light output 22008 Page 14 of 16 SC 1002 11012 1022 10 14 Installation Insructons SERVICE This unitis designed to provide years of reliable service under even the worst conditions Many times there may appear to be a problem with the unit when the true problem is in the speaker controlled devices or improper instalation The following ch
10. e you ship the product to Carson Please write the RMA clearly on the package near the mailing label Be sure to provide return address contact and phone number along with brief description of the problem LIMITED WARRANTY Carson Manufacturing Company Inc warrants this new product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under use and service for a period of five 5 years fram the date of delivery the frst user purchaser During this warranty period the obligation of Carson Manufacturing is limited to repairing or replacing as Carson Manufacturing may elect any part or parts of such product which after examination by Carson Manufacturing is determined to be defective in material and or work This warranty does not cover labor charges for removal or reinstallation of the product Fuses and lamps are not covered under this warranty This warranty does not extend fo any unit that has been subjected to abuse misuse im proper installation or which has not been adequately maintained nor to units which have problems related to service or modification at any other than Carson Mfg THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT SHALL CARSON MANUFACTURING COMPANY INC BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR ANY INDIRECT OR CON SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY SU
11. ed to the horn ring Of the vehicle or other switch See OPERATION section for auxiliary input functions The auxiiary input may be activated with positive or negative voltage See Auxiliary Polarity under OPTION SWITCHES section for proper activation polarity Input current is 1 to 20 mA SEE WIRING DIAGRAMS NEXT PAGES cpaog7e 22008 Page of 16 SC 1002 11012 1022 10 14 Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CONTINUED ALL MODELS Aes Ec For Aux Input Connection meu seme mo tum cae Ifjusta splice is made to ED 1 vehicte hom circuit the Y Vehicles horn will also voc M sound with the siren example VDC Switching examples 402 ANG WHT and 9923 Unit Enable fete sce son istis ike an ON OFF switch EET Connectto postive 27887 FEERAG contes by ORG igntion or other switch 3 15 4 2 3m mz SC 1022 Er Unit enable must be connected On SC 1002 1012 Unit enable must be connected m unless option SW 2 is changed See page 5 RED m RED Supp 18 AWG BRN Recommended Wire Size Toad 1s Load 2 or Ampliter Size 18 AWG BRN an 3 0 LEN EI amp amp Plug installs mus wa this orentati
12. ee INSTALLATION section SIREN CONTROLS MECH WAIL YELP AND PHSR PUSHBUTTON SWITCHES Four pushbution switches control the primary operating mode of the siren The primary operating modes are Standby A silent mode that may be overridden at any time Mech A simulated mechanical siren tone Tone may be changed or disabled See OPTION SWITCHES section Wail A slower changing tone used on highways Yelp A rapidly changing tone used in congested areas Phaser A very rapid changing tone used at intersections and very highly congested areas May be optionally replaced with Two Tone or disabled Two Tone is two alternating frequencies lke a European HI LO See OPTION SWITCHES section Momentarily press button to activate it red Momentary press button again to de activate Also while a particular mode is activated switch to a diferent mode by pressing one of the other three buttons The unit is in Standby when NONE of the four buttons are activated NOT lit red For example starting with all four buttons off Standby press the Wall button to tum on Wai Now press the Yelp button to change to Yelp Press the Yelp button again to turn off sound Standby MAN PUSHBUTTON SWITCH Provides manual control of siten tone depending on the primary operating mode selected While in Standby the Manual button controls the Mechanical tone Rising to peak while pressed then falling until die out when released While in Mech Wail Yelp or Ph
13. ker used wih atleast a 50 rang Horundion or Mn swish tuck Goes horn or manual switch when reeasggT stuckon or aux inputimpropery connected Aux Input used and wred property Manus tuck on Aux nut Pointy Option set wrong i he option property configured aren tone Two Tone option mstabed Is the T T selected disabled Check option switch Som sre tones Tone Check option switch por working LOSES SGT COSTS Da He LBA Cantal awh Ears THT working Rear paral fuse own isthe comesponding fuse blown See www carsonsirens com for additional information contact our Service Department at E mail service carsonsirens com or Phone 888 577 6877 20008 SC 1002 4012 1022 10 14 Installation Instructions Page 15 of 16 PARTS and ACCESSORIES The following parts and accessories are available from Carson Manufacturing Company Inc Par Description CPiS0 180 15 Amp Wer Amie ran 4 990 250 Fuse 25 Amp Mmi Automotive Uie Red RockerON OFF ON Ya 80 1002 TOT CPIT5T2 Momentary Res Rocker Switch ON OFF ON Phsr Hom SC TDUZ CPiz052 Swicn Red Rocker ON OFF ON Wan Standby Auto SC 10027 1012 Switch Lighted Rocker for Light Conwal_ SC T0OZT 1
14. lectricity vehicle electrical systems and emergency equipment Hand Control Location Locate the hand control for easy access by the vehicle operator DO NOT locate in air bag deployment area Mounting Mount the unit for easy access by the vehicle operator DO NOT mount in air bag deployment area Assure clearances before driling in vehicle Wiring Use wiring capable of handling the current required Make sure all connections are tight Route wiring to prevent wear overheating and interference with air bag deployment Install and check all wiring before connection to vehicle battery Testing Test sien functions after installation to assure proper operation Test vehicle opera tion to assure no damage to vehicle Keep These Instructions Keep these instructions in the vehicle or other safe place for future reference Advise the vehicle operator of the location UNPACKING Inspect contents for shipping damage If found alert carrier immediately Contact supplier immediately if any items are missing Contents of box should include the following items item 56 1002 S0 1012 8 1022 1 jBracket U Dash Mount CP3S71 x x x 7 Mounting Bracket Hardware ED 1608 Hardware Kay x x Xx contains 2 Bolts 2 Nuts and 4 Lockwashers 7__ Connestor 6 Terminal Block Plug_ CP4956 06 x x X Console Unit SC 1002 10 14 x 1 Remote SC 1000 10
15. nd information contained in this manual a any without Carson Manufacturing Inc makes warranty of any kind with regard to this manual including but not luted to the mpllod warranties of merchantabily fines for a particular purpose Carson Manufacturing Ca Inc shall not be lable for contained erem for ncidantal or consequential damages in connecton wih he fumishing performance use of his manual See www carsonsirens com for latest information 20008 SC 1002 11012 1022 10 14 Installation Instructions Page 3of 16 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The SC 1000 Series Siren Amplifier with Light Control is designed for single 100W speaker use The SC 1002 and SC 1012 are a console unit and remote unit respectively The SC 1022 is a remote hand held unit with pushbutton controls SC 1002 1012 The primary operating modes are Mechanical Wail Yelp and Standby se lected by 3 position rocker switches Momentary Horn Override Momentary Phaser Override or push onipush off Phaser operation while in the Mechanical Wail and Yelp modes Manual siren Control of Mechanical Wall and Yelp Lights are controlled with two rocker switches The SC 1012 may be controlled with supplied switch panel or user supplied switches SC 1022 The primary operating modes are Mechanical Wail Yelp Phaser and Standby Selected by four pushbutton switches Momentary Override pushbutton and Man
16. on mm im SP Tema Bo Plug 4956 06 25A Automotive Plug into unit first for 15 Automotive Fuse terminal identification Type Fuse a g FEES poms 2 558455 rms A T T Do not remove nut Do not remove nut Back of Unit 20008 10 1012 1022 10 14 Installation Instructions Page 9of 16 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CONTINUED SC 1012 only Front of Unit REMOTE PANEL ani am usua Nuon 4 Plug into unit first for terminal identification 10 P Terminal Block Plug 4688 10 Plug installed this orientation Remote Panel wired to terminal block plug Suggest wires be 22 AWG not supplied is 582 fae 35 Taare Tra pep ae Note Top Orientation eT og LT1 and LT2 Lighted Rocker Switches may control devices directly bypassing the uni a 0 T and L12 Untied Rocke Suites are rated 20 Amps ac M Proper fusing should be used to protect the switch and circuit or FORLAMP oc uw IA weur ern oc OUTPUT 12 AWG VDC ns our out See Las Wire Se chart on Page 22008 Page 10 of 16 SC 1002 11012 1022 10 14 Installation In
17. r adequate short circuit protection and reliable operation The preferred source is directly at the vehicle bat tery The amplifier is fused Attach leads by stripping 3 8 inserting into plug and clamp by tightening screw Make sure the screw is tight and the wire can t be pulled Failure to adequately tighten the screw can result in improper operation or burning the Sonnector and wit Wire Size and Termination The diagram shows the minimum wire size used for each connec tion along with recommended lead color Ifthe wire is longer than 10 ft use the next larger wire size Use only high quality crimp connectors for installation on the vehicle Unit Enable Input Connection ORG lead on wiring diagram next page This Is NOT the same the main power connection The unit enable is ike a power switch for the unit When there is positive power at this connection the unit is powered up and ready to function Likewise when power is removed the unit is not powered up and will not drain current from the battery Connect to a postive circuit controlled by the vehicle ignition switch usually a terminal at the vehicle fuse panel The required current is low 15mA typ Note The unit may also be configured to power up without this connection on SC 1002 1012 See Instant ON under OPTION SWITCHES section Note This connection must be used on SC 1022 Auxiliary Input Connection Optional A momentary input typically connect
18. structions ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CONTINUED SC 1022 only Front of Unit HAND CONTROL Plug hand control into unit Note Cable may be extended with ED1753 Hand Control Cable Extension See PARTS and ACCESSORIES Section Do not extend with other cables which may cause unreliable operation or damage 20008 10 1012 1022 10 14 Installation Instructions Page 11 of 16 OPERATION 5 1002 and SC 1012 Models POWER ONIOFF The unit is enabled on by applying positive voltage to the orange enable lead On the SC 1002 backlight turns on On the SC 1012 remote amplifier POWER light comes on This is normally controlled with the ignition switch on the vehicle See INSTALLATION section An Instant ON feature may be selected so the unitis turned on when the front panel controls are activated See OPTION SWITCHES section SIREN CONTROLS MAN STBY AUTO SELECTOR SWITCH position rocker selector switch controls the primary operating mode of the siren Manual Provides manual contro of Mechanical and Wail tone rise and fall or momentary Yelp depending on the position of Mech Wall Yelp site Auto Keeps siren tone running automatic rise and fall Tone depends on the position of Mech Wail Yelp switch Standby silent mode that may be overridden anytime MECH WAIL YELP SEL
19. the unit SC 1002 and SC 1012 only Two Tone Tur this switch on to replace Phaser with Two Tone SW 4 HI Horn Inhibit Tum this switch on to disable Horn tone Horn wil be replaced with Yelp SW 3 and 4 Tone Disable Al siren tones may be disabled except Manual Wail and Yelp by Turning on both switches Mechanical wil be replaced with Wail Phaser and Hom wil be re placed with Yelp SW 5 HRC Horn Ring Cycler 2 HRC2 While the siren isin standby the auxilary input can cycle through Mechanical Wail Yelp and Phaser tones by repeatedly activating the auxilary input this switch on for feature See OPERATION section for further details SW 6 SM Short Manual The Manual siren tone will normally fall and die out when released Tum this switch on to have Manual stop immediatly SW 7 MECH2 Mechanical Tone 2 Turn this switch on for a different mechanical tone sound SW 8 FALL Mechanical Fall Turn this switch on for a quicker mechanical tone fal time 20008 of 18 S0 1002 1012 1022 10 14 Installation Instructons MOUNTING Main unit The mounting bracket supplied can be installed above below the unit Mounting bolts slide into channels each side of the case Lockwashers should be sed between the case and bracket as well as be tween the bracket and nut Choose a mounting loca tion convenient to the operator and away from any air
20. the unit is in Standby Tapping the attached hom ring or other switch wil bring the unit out of standby into Mechanical tone Repeatedly tapping the hom ring will cycle through Mechanical Wail Yelp and Phaser tones Tapping the hom ring twice quickly will stop the siren tones and return the unit to standby Pressing and holding the hom ring wil Produce Horn tone until released Then the siren wil return to previous siren or standby Selector Mech Wail Yelp Phaser Horn Auxiliary Input Position Position Swith _ Switch Horn Ring Standby Silent wom Phar Hom Man Mech Man or Yelp or HRCZ Manual Mech Man or Yelp Phsr Toggle Hom Auto Mechanical Wall or Yelp Phsr Toggle Hom 22008 100 11012 1022 10 14 Installation Insructons Page 12116 OPERATION SC 1002 and SC 1012 Models continued LIGHT CONTROLS 171 and LT2 LIGHTED ROCKER SWITCHES uh When turned on the rocker switch will ight up and activate the corresponding light output 20008 SC 1002 1012 1022 10 14 Installation Instructions Page 130116 OPERATION continued 5 1022 Model POWER ONIOFF The unit is enabled turned on by applying postive voltage to the orange enable lead The POWER light on remote amplifier should come on The hand control should also be This is normally controlled withthe ignition switch on the vehicle S
21. ual siren pushbutton for control of Mechanical Wail Yelp and Phaser Lights are controlled with two pushbuttons as well all units an internal DIP switch provides options to change tones disable tones HRC opera tion and Auxiliary input polarity The units utilize short circuit high voltage and reverse polarity protection systems for maximum service life An output light indicates siren signal output for diagnostics and troubleshooting SPECIFICATIONS Gren Sector THR VOR 3 T5VDC negative ground npo Current 5 G4 VDC singe 100 spesker Standby Curent lt 100ma_ 14 VOC w enable ead energized Du Poser TOS WATTS 5 15 VDC sing speaker Sren Frequency OOH 1500 MechanicaLTODHz 1600HE Two Tone and 435 amp SOSH Tones Rates Horn War Phaser Two Tone Tyla Rates TOCPS _SCPM I3CPM WOCPM I5CPS ETCPM Volags 16 18 VBC wil suse sion ouput lo ease resumes al normal lage Protection Short Creu SU ANS supply ccu must be capable o uppinng t Opersing Temp Conto Tes rocker sults Mechanical Was Yep Marusl and Sandy C 1002 1012 SC 1002 Puenbution switches Hom and Phaser momentary or toggle C012 Momentary rocker swich Hom and Phaser mamentary of ogg input programmable for postive or negative activation Intemal positon DIP switch option selector Tana Six Pushbution switches for
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