Panasonic Cd Stereo System Sc-pm25 Operating Instructions

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RQT5717
Listening operations
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PROGRAM
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PROGRAM
VOLUME
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CANCEL
AUTO OFFSLEEP
8PROGRAM TUNE MODE PLAY MODE
VOLUMEDISPLAYDIMMERMUTINGSOUND
VIRTUALIZER
REV MODE
SELECTORTAPE TUNERCD
CLOCK
 TIMER
PLAY
REC
REWCLEARFF
BASSTREBLE
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CANCEL
AUTO OFFSLEEP
8PROGRAM TUNE MODE PLAY MODE
VOLUMEDISPLAYDIMMERMUTINGSOUND
VIRTUALIZER
REV MODE
SELECTORTAPE TUNERCD
CLOCK
 TIMER
PLAY
REC
REWCLEARFF
BASSTREBLE
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TUNER
PRGM
MHz
PRGM
MHz
Preset channel
The radio: preset tuning
by remote control only
There are two methods of presetting stations.
Automatic presetting:All the stations the tuner can receive are
preset.
Manual presetting:You can select the stations to preset and
the order they are preset in
Up to 15 stations each can be set in the FM and AM bands.
Preparation:
Press [TUNER] to select ÒFMÓ or  ÒAMÓ.
AAutomatic presetting
Do the following once each for FM and AM.
Preparation:Tune to the frequency where presetting is to begin (\page 10).
Press and hold [PROGRAM].The tuner presets all the stations it can receive into the channels in
ascending order.  When finished, the last station memorized is tuned
in.
    Manual presetting
Preset the stations one at a time.
1 11 1
1Press [TUNER] to select ÒFMÓ or ÒAMÓ.
2 22 2
2Press [PROGRAM] then press [ g,
4 44 4
4/REW] or
[f,
3 33 3
3/FF ] to tune to the required station.
3 33 3
3Press [PROGRAM] then press [ g,
4 44 4
4/REW] or
[f,
3 33 3
3/FF ] to select a channel.
4 44 4
4Press [PROGRAM].
The station occupying a channel is erased if another station is preset
in that channel.
BSelecting channels
1 Press the numbered buttons to select
the channel.
For channels 1 to 9 press the corresponding number.
For channels 10 to 15 press [
³ ³³ ³
³10], then the two digits.
or
1 11 1
1Press [TUNE MODE] to select
ÒPRESETÓ.
2 22 2
2Press [ g,
4 44 4
4/REW] or [f,
3 33 3
3/FF ]
to select the channel.
2 Adjust the volume.
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Listening operations
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c
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POWER
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CDs
This unit can play CD-DA format audio CD-R and CD-RW that have
been finalized
 upon completion of recording.
It may not be able to play some CD-R or CD-RW due to the condition
of the recording.
Finalizing is a process that enables CD-R/CD-RW players to play
audio CD-R and CD-RW.
1Press [POWER ] to turn the unit on.
2Press [OPEN/CLOSE c] to open the
tray.
3Insert the CD.
Set a CD label up on the tray.
Press [OPEN/CLOSE c] to close the tray.
4Press [CD -/ J] to start play.
5Adjust the volume.
To stop the disc.
Press [STOP L].
To pause playPress [CD -/ J]. Press [CD -/ J] again to resume play.
Skipping tracks
Press [
4 44 4
4/REW/ g] (backward) or [
3 33 3
3
      
 /FF/ f] (forward).
Searching through tracksDuring play or pause
Press and hold [
4 44 4
4/REW/ g] (backward) or  [
3 33 3
3
      
 /FF/ f] (forward).
To select a track with the remote controlPress the numeric button(s) to select the desired track.
To select a two-digit track
Press [
³ ³³ ³
³10] and then the two numbers you want.
For example
Track no. 20: [
³ ³³ ³
³10]®[2]®[0]
Track no. 35: [
³ ³³ ³
³10]®[3]®[5]
One touch play
When a CD is loaded and the unit is off, press [CD -/ J].  The unit
comes on and starts play.
To remove a CD
Press [OPEN/CLOSE c].
Note
¥ During random play (\page 13), you cannot skip to tracks which
have already been played.
¥ During program play (\page 14), or random play, you cannot
search forward or backward over tracks.
¥ During program play, skipping is always in the programmed order,
whether forward or backward.
¥ Program play cannot be used in combination with random play.
A CD selection and care
With this system, you can only play CDs having this mark. (a)
Do not;¥ use irregularly shaped discs. (b)
¥ attach extra labels and stickers.
¥ use discs with labels and stickers that are coming off or with
adhesive exuding from under labels and stickers. (c)
¥ attach scratch-proof covers or any other kind of accessory.
¥ write anything on the CD.
¥ clean CDs with liquids.  (Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.)
¥ use CDs printed with label printed available on the market. Label must face upward
Total number of tracks Total play time
Track number Elapsed play time
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Listening operations
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B
A
PLAY MODE
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CANCEL
AUTO OFFSLEEP
8PROGRAM TUNE MODEPLAY MODE
VOLUMEDISPLAYDIMMERMUTINGSOUND
VIRTUALIZER
REV MODE
SELECTORTAPE TUNERCD
CLOCK
 TIMER
PLAY
REC
REWCLEARFF
BASSTREBLE
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456
79010
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SELECTOR
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CANCEL
AUTO OFFSLEEP
8PROGRAM TUNE MODE PLAY MODE
VOLUMEDISPLAYDIMMERMUTINGSOUND
VIRTUALIZER
REV MODE
SELECTORTAPE TUNERCD
CLOCK
 TIMER
PLAY
REC
REWCLEARFF
BASSTREBLE
1 -
RANDOM
CDs
ADirect access play
by remote control only
Direct access allows you to start normal play from a specific track to
the last track on the CD.
1Press [SELECTOR] to select the CD
mode.
Every time you press the button:
CD
TAPE
TUNER AUX
2Press the numeric button(s) to select
the desired track number.
Play will start with the track you select.
To select a two-digit track
Press [
³ ³³ ³
³10] and then the two numbers you want.
For example
Track no. 20: [
³ ³³ ³
³10]®[2]®[0]
Track no. 35: [
³ ³³ ³
³10]®[3]®[5]
B Repeat play and random play
by remote control only
Press [PLAY MODE] before or during play
to select the desired play mode.
Every time you press the button:
Previous display1-RANDOM
To repeat just one track:
Press [PLAY MODE] to select Ò1-Ó.
To repeat all track:
Press [PLAY MODE] to select ÒÓ.
To start random play:Press [PLAY MODE] to select ÒRANDOMÓ.
All tracks on the loaded CD will be played in random order.
Playback will stop automatically when all tracks have been played.
To cancel repeat play and random play.
Press [PLAY MODE] to clear Ò1-Ó, ÒÓ and ÒRANDOMÓ
Pressing [OPEN/CLOSE c] also cancels repeat play and random
play.
To repeat programmed tracks
1  1 1  1 
1 Program desired tracks (steps 1 to 4 on page 14).
2  2 2  2 
2 Press [PLAY MODE] to display ÒÓ.
3  3 3  3 
3 Press  [CD -/ J] to begin play.
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Listening operations
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CANCEL
AUTO OFFSLEEP
8PROGRAM TUNE MODE PLAY MODE
VOLUMEDISPLAYDIMMERMUTINGSOUND
VIRTUALIZER
REV MODE
SELECTORTAPE TUNERCD
CLOCK
 TIMER
PLAY
REC
REWCLEARFF
BASSTREBLE
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SELECTOR
PROGRAM
CD -/ J
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AUTO OFFSLEEP
8PROGRAM TUNE MODE PLAY MODE
REV MODE
SELECTORTAPE TUNERCD
CLOCK
 TIMER
PLAY
REC
REWCLEARFF
BASSTREBLE
CANCEL
PRGM
PRGM
PRGM
Program order
Specified track number
Indicates
program mode
CDs
Program play
by remote control only
This function allows you to program up to 24 tracks.
1Press [SELECTOR] to select the CD
mode.
2(In the stop mode)
Press [PROGRAM].
3Press the numeric button(s) to select
the track you want to play in the
desired sequence.
4Repeat step 3 until you have
programmed all the tracks you want.
5Press [CD -/ J].
Play will start in the programmed sequence.
Play will stop automatically when all the programmed tracks
have been played.
For your reference
You can also select tracks for programming by pressing [g] or
[f] and [PROGRAM] instead of following steps 2 to 3.
1 11 1
1Select desired tracks using the [g] or [f].
2 22 2
2Press [PROGRAM].
To cancel program play mode
¥ Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode.
Programmed contents will be saved in memory.
¥ Press [L CLEAR] in the stop mode.
This will also erase the entire program.
To select a two-digit track
Press [
³ ³³ ³
³10] and then the two numbers you want.
 AWhen Ò-- --:-- --Ó is displayed
Total play time of the programmed tracks equals, or exceeds 100
minutes.
Tracks can still be programmed and played.
 BWhen ÒFULLÓ appears
The number of programmed tracks is limited to 24.  No further
tracks can be programmed.
 CCheck program contents.
Check  to see if ÒPÓ is displayed, then press either [g] or [f].
Everytime you press one of the buttons, the track and program
No. are shown on the display.
Add to the program.
In stop mode, repeat step 3.
 DCancel entries
From the last Press [CANCEL].
programmed track.
A specified track only
C  Check to see if ÒPÓ is displayed, then
select the track with [ g] or [ f],
and press [CANCEL] within 3 seconds.
All tracks Press [LCLEAR].
Memory retentionYour program is retained in memory for about 2 weeks while the
system is unplugged.
To replay your programIf you tuned OFF your program with [PROGRAM], you can play it
again as explained below.
1 11 1
1  Press [PROGRAM].
2 22 2
2  Press [CD -/ J].
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Listening operations
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VOLUME
UP DOWN
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VIRTUALIZER
REV MODE
SELECTORTAPE TUNERCD
CLOCK
 TIMER
PLAY
REC
REWCLEARFF
BASSTREBLEREV
MODE
2
3
4
1
POWER
dB
FWD
side to be played
facing up
FWDPLAY
Tape direction
Cassette tapes
1Press [POWER ] to turn the unit on.
2Insert the cassette with the exposed
tape facing left.
Tape direction is automatically set Ò FWDÓ
3Press [TAPE2 3] to start playback.
Every time you press the button: REV « FWD
FWD: The forward side (front side) will play.
REV: The reverse side will play.
4Adjust the volume.
To stop tape playbackPress [STOP L].
To eject tape
Press [STOP L] then press [EJECT c].
One-touch playWhen the system is OFF and cassette is inserted, play starts
automatically when you press [TAPE 2 3].
To select the reverse mode
by remote control only
Press [REV MODE] to select the reverse mode.
Every time you press the button:
:  One side is played.
:  Both sides are played repeatedly until [    CLEAR] is pressed.  :  Both sides are played.   
Cassette tape selection and care
Types of tapes which can be played correctly.
The system automatically identifies the type of tape.
NORMAL POSITION/TYPE I3
HIGH POSITION/TYPE II3
METAL POSITION/TYPE IV3
¥ Tapes exceeding 100 minutes are thin and can break or get caught
in the mechanism.
¥ Tape slack can get caught up in the mechanism and should be
wound up before the tape is played.
¥ Endless tapes can get caught up in the deckÕs moving parts if used
incorrectly. Use tapes appropriate to this unitÕs auto-reverse
mechanism.
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B
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Normal tape High position tape   To re-record
Discrimination hole Tab for side B
Tab for side ASide A
3
14
FWD
PLAYFWD
Cassette tapes
To fast-forward or rewind the tape
Press [
4 44 4
4/REW/ g] or [
3 33 3
3/FF/ f] in the stop
mode.
To rewind To fast-forward
4 44 4
4/REW/ g
3 33 3
3
      
 /FF/ f
To find the beginning of a program
(TPS: Tape Program Sensor)
Press [
4 44 4
4/REW/ g] or [
3 33 3
3
      
 /FF/ f]  during play.
Press the button once for each track to be skipped (up to 9 tracks).
Backward Forward
4 44 4
4/REW/ g
3 33 3
3
      
 /FF/ f
Note
TPS searches for silent parts of about 4 seconds normally found
between tunes. As a result, it may not function properly in the
following cases.
¥ With short silent parts.
¥ When noise occurs between tunes
¥ With silent parts found within tunes
Before recording
  Types of tapes which can be recorded correctly
The system automatically identifies the type of tape.
NORMAL POSITION/TYPE I3
HIGH POSITION/TYPE II3
METAL POSITION/TYPE IV5
This system cannot correctly record or erase metal position tapes.
Erasure prevention
The illustration shows how to remove the tabs to prevent recording.
To record on the tape again, cover as shown, being careful not to
cover the high position discrimination hole.
The effect of volume, sound quality, and
sound virtualizer on recording.
These have no effect on recording.
They can be changed for playback.
To erase a recorded sound
1 11 1
1Press [STOP L].
2 22 2
2Press [REV MODE] on the remote control to select the reverse
mode.
3 33 3
3Insert the cassette with the exposed tape facing left.
Tape direction is automatically set to Ò 
FWDÓ.
4 44 4
4Press [[REC/ J].
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Listening operations
Recording operations
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Recording operations
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TAPE
TAPE
STOP
TUNE MODE
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REV MODE
SELECTORTAPE TUNERCD
CLOCK
 TIMER
PLAY
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REWCLEARFF
BASSTREBLE
REV MODE
1
3
2
FWD
PLAYFWD
FWDRANDOM
1 -
PRGMAUTO
1-REC
RECREVPLAY
PLAYRANDOM
1 -
STkHzMONO
REV
PRGMAUTO
1-REC
TUNEDdB
REC
MHz
FWD
PLAYRANDOM
1 -
STkHzMONO
REV
PRGMAUTO
1-REC
TUNEDdB
RECFWD
side to be recorded
facing up
Before recording
APreparatory steps
Do these steps before each recording.
Wind up the leader tape so recording can begin immediately.
(unneccessary if auto CD editing)
Preparation: Press [POWER 
] to turn the unit on.
1Insert the tape to be recorded on.Insert with the exposed tape facing left.
2Press [REV MODE] on the remote
control to select the reverse mode.
Every time you press the button:
: One side only records.
and :  Both sides record (forward     reverse).
     automatically changes to       when ([REC/ J)
is pressed.
3(unneccessary with auto editing recording, \ Page 19)
Set the tape direction.FWD: To record on the forward side.REV: To record on the reverse side.
To change the direction
Press [TAPE 2 3] twice and then [STOP L].
 BRecording the radio
Preparation: Do the preparatory steps above.
1 Tune to the required station.
(\ page 10 or 11)
2 Press [[REC/ J] to start recording.
To stop recording.
Press [STOP L].
To stop recording temporarily
Press [[REC/ J].
To resume recording, press [[REC/ J].
 by remote control only
 CTo reduce noise while recording an AM broadcast
(Beat proof function)
Press and hold [TUNE MODE] while recording.
Every time you press and hold the button:
BP 1 « BP 2
Select the position where there is less noise.
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Recording operations
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REV MODE
SELECTOR
REC
OPEN/CLOSE
31
1
4 5
PLAYREC
MHz
RANDOM
1	-
STkHzMONO
REV
PRGMAUTO
1-REC
TUNEDdB
FWD
PLAY
MHz
RANDOM
1 -
STkHzMONO
REV
PRGMAUTO
1-REC
TUNEDdB
RECFWD
PLAYREC
MHzdB
RANDOM
1 -
STkHzMONO
REV
PRGMAUTO
TUNED
1-RECFWD
side to be recorded
facing up
Tape direction
PLAYRECREV
STMONOTUNED
RANDOM
1 -
PRGMAUTO
1-REC
MHzkHzdB
FWD
Recording CDs
Normal recording
¥ Tracks are recorded in the order in which they are found on the CD.
¥ Tracks are cut in the middle when the end of the tape is reached.
¥ You can record from any point on the tape.
1Insert the cassette with the exposed
tape facing left.
Tape direction is automatically set to Ò FWDÓ
2Press [REV MODE] on the remote
control to select the  reverse mode.
Every time you press the button:
: One side is recorded.,
3Press [SELECTOR] to select the CD
mode.
4Press [OPEN/CLOSE c] to open the
CD tray.
Insert the CD with label facing upward.
Press [OPEN/CLOSE 
c cc c
c] to close the CD tray.
5Press [[REC/ J] to start recording.¥ If you selected ÒÓ in step 2, the direction will automatically
change to Ò
Ó when recording starts.
¥ The recording will start from the first track.
To stop recording
Press [STOP L].
The recording and the CD will stop.
To stop recording temporarily
Press [[REC/ J].
To resume recording, press [[REC/ J].
To record on reverse side
Before recording, press [TAPE 2   3] twice and immediately there-
after [STOP L].
The tape direction will be shown as Ò
REV Ó.
To record from a specific point on a tape
Before recording, advance the tape to the point from where you want
to start recording.
To record programmed tracks
1 11 1
1After step 4, program the track(s) you want (\ steps 2-4 on page
14).
2 22 2
2Press [[REC/ J] to start recording.
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Recording operations
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REC
REC
CD EDIT
CD EDIT
SELECTOR
SELECTOR
FFREW
2
4
3
1
AUTO
PLAYRECREVFWD
TUNED
RANDOM
1 -
PRGM
MHzSTkHzMONOdB
1-REC
side to be recorded
facing up
PRGM
MHzdBSTkHzMONOTUNED
AUTO
Recording CDs
You can record the whole CD (AUTO-REC) or a selected track (1-
REC). If a track is interrupted at the end of the side facing up, it is
recorded again on the side facing down.
AAuto editing recording (AUTO-REC)
Recording begins from the side facing up and the reverse mode is
set to Ò
Ó.
Preparation: Insert a CD (\ page 12)
1Press [SELECTOR] to switch to CD
mode.
2Press [CD EDIT] so ÒAUTO-RECÓ is
displayed.
Every time you press the button:
AUTO-REC1-REC
OFF
3Insert the tape with the exposed tape
facing left.
4Press [[REC/ J] to start recording.The unit rewinds the tape, records 10 seconds of silence, and
then starts recording.
To stop recordingPress [STOP L]. The CD also stops.
To record selected tracks.
1 11 1
1 Program tracks (\steps 1 to 3 on page 14).
2 22 2
2 Do steps 2 to 4 above.
Note
Auto edit recording cannot be used with random and repeat play. (\
page 13).
BOne track edit recording (1-REC)
Preparation:
Insert a CD (\ page 12) and a cassette.
Wind the tape to where you want to start recording.
1Press [SELECTOR] to switch to CD
mode.
2Press [CD EDIT] so Ò1-RECÓ is dis-
played.
3Press [
4 44 4
4/REW/ g] or [
3 33 3
3/FF/ f] to
select the track you want to record.
4Press [[REC/ J] to start recording.CD play and recording start at the same time.
To stop recording
Press [STOP L].  The CD also stops.
To continue recording from another CD
1 11 1
1 Press [OPEN/CLOSE c] and insert the other CD.
2 22 2
2 Do steps 3 and 4.
To record a track while it is being played.
1 11 1
1Press [CD EDIT] so Ò1-RECÓ is displayed.
2 22 2
2Press [[REC/ J].
Recording starts from the beginning of the track and stops when
the track finishes.
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Timers and others
B
Changing the sound quality
by remote control only
ATo adjust the tone quality
The tone level can be varied within a range of -6 to +6.
Press [BASS (Ð or +)] to adjust the low-frequency
sound.
Press [TREBLE (Ð or +)]  to adjust the high-frequency
sound.
Note
The effect works only with playback.  It cannot be used in recording.
Hints
Place speakers on stands (not included) to reproduce clearer low-
range sounds.
Using the ÒliveÓ effect (SOUND
VIRTUALIZER)
The sound virtualizer leaves middle-range sounds such as vocals
clear and gives natural width and depth to music.
Sound virtualizer is effective with stereo sound.
Press [SOUND VIRTUALIZER] to display ÒÓ.
To cancel
Press [SOUND VIRTUALIZER] to clear the Ò  Ó
indicator.
¥ When listening through headphones, the effect is less discernible
than through the unitÕs speakers.
¥ If interference in FM stereo reception increases, cancel the sound
virtualizer effect.
 CUsing an external unit
Listening to an external source
(See page 7 for external unit connection.)
1 11 1
1Press [POWER 
] to turn on the unit.
2 22 2
2Press [SELECTOR] to select ÒAUXÓ
Every time you press the button:
CD AUX
TAPE TUNER
3 33 3
3Start playback from the external source.  (Refer to your
equipmentÕs operating instructions.)
Recording from an external source
1 11 1
1Follow steps 1-2 on page 17.
2 22 2
2Press [SELECTOR] to select ÒAUXÓ.
3 33 3
3Press [[REC/ J] (recording starts).
4 44 4
4Start playback from the external source. (Refer to your
equipmentÕs operating instructions.)
Listening with headphones
Reduce the volume level, and connect the headphones.
Plug type: 3.5 mm (1/8ý)stereo.
Note
Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing
damage.
D
A
B
C
D
MUTING – BASS +– TREBLE +
SOUND
VIRTUALIZER
SELECTOR  REC/II
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CLOCK
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PLAY
REC
REWCLEARFF
BASSTREBLE
BASS
SOUND
VIRTUALIZERTREBLE
POWER
MHz
Headphone
(not included)
Top of the unit
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