Sony Kdl 52xbr7 Operating Instructions

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Using TV Settings
Network Settings
Network SetupSelect to configure your TV’s accessibility to your network via an Ethernet cable and 
configure Network Setup or review your TV’s current network settings. Select your 
preferred configuration type. 
EasyThe TV will automatically configure your network settings. Most networks 
can be configured with this option.
CustomThis option allows you to manually enter the IP address and proxy settings 
(FOR ADVANCED USERS ONLY).
AutoSelect to populate the IP address and jump to the proxy setting 
selection.
ManualSelect to manually enter an IP address. If you would like to 
use a proxy setting, select Use, if not, select Don’t Use.
ReviewSelect to view current network settings.
Show/Hide ServersAllows you to show or hide available DLNA Certified media servers. When in Show/
Hide Servers menu, press OPTIONS to display the items below.
Delete AllSelect to delete all connected servers.
Update ListSelect to update the server list.
Details Select to display the detailed information of the connected server. 
Delete Select to delete the highlighted server.
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 The items above can only be accessed by pressing OPTIONS while in the Show/Hide 
Servers menu.
Server DiagnosticsSelect to view the server diagnostic information.
General Setup Settings
LanguageSelect the language of your choice from English, Español and Français to be used for 
displaying all the on-screen settings.
Info BannerDisplays the program name and the program information such as program title and 
program rating (if available from the broadcaster). Select the amount of program 
information to display when tuning.
SmallSelect to display minimal channel and program information.
MediumSelect to display channel and program information.
LargeSelect to display detailed channel and program information. 
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Info Banner appears on the screen each time the channel and external inputs are 
changed or when DISPLAY on the remote control is pressed.
USB Auto StartSelect to automatically display photos when a camera is connected via USB.
SlideshowSelect to view JPEG files as a Slideshow.
Thumbnail 
ViewSelect to view JPEG files up to 60 thumbnails at a time.
Off Select to disable this function.
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HOME on the remote control to exit this function.
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If you missed the Initial Setup when you first connected the TV or if you want to scan all receivable 
channels, select Initial Setup. Follow the instructions on the screen. Some settings such as Picture 
Adjustments, Sound Adjustments, and Parental Lock will not be affected by this Initial Setup. If 
you wish to return your TV to factory settings, please see the Troubleshooting section on page 56.
Home Menu ScrollingAdjust the navigation speed through menu items.
Standard Select to scroll quickly with V/v buttons.
Mode 1Select to scroll slowly with V/v buttons.
Mode 2Select to scroll individually with repeated V/v/B/b button press.
Power SavingReduces the power consumption by adjusting the backlight brightness. This also enhances 
the black level. Select from Off, Low, High and Picture Off.
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 While Picture Off is set, pressing VOL +/– or MUTING buttons will not disable this 
function.  Press other buttons to disable it. 
Light SensorEnables the automatic picture (screen) brightness control. The Light Sensor measures 
the room brightness which allows the TV to automatically adjust the backlight brightness 
based on the picture settings and the ambient room light conditions.
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Be sure not to put anything around the sensor, as its function may be affected (see page 18).
 In low light the range of the backlight control is reduced when the Light Sensor is set 
to On.
PC Power 
ManagementSelect On to have the TV automatically enter standby mode when there is no signal input 
for more than 30 seconds. The STANDBY LED on the front panel illuminates with the 
On option. Select Off to disable this feature.
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POWER to exit from standby mode.
PC Power Management is not VESA-compliant.
Logo Illumination
Select On to illuminate the SONY logo on the front panel or select Off to disable this 
function.
Picture Adjustments 
LockSelect Lock to prevent the picture adjustments from being changed. To disable this 
feature and allow picture adjustments, select Unlock.
Initial Setup
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Favorite channel list will be cleared each time you run the Initial Setup. 
 
						

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Other Information
Other Information
Troubleshooting
If you have questions, service needs, or require 
technical assistance related to the use of your 
Sony TV, please visit our website or call one of 
the following numbers:http://www.sony.com/tvsupport for US Support
http://www.sony.ca/support
 for Canadian Support
1-800-222-SONY(7669) for US Support
1-877-899-SONY(7669) for Canadian Support
ConditionExplanation/Solution
No picture
No picture  Check the Power Saving settings (see page 52).
Cannot receive any channels  Make sure the power cord is connected securely.
 Turn on the power of the TV.
 Check cable/antenna connections.
 Make sure the Signal Type setting is correct for your TV signal source.
TV is locked to one channel  Perform Auto Program to add receivable channels that are not present in the 
TV’s memory (see pages 16 and 46).
Cannot receive or select 
channels Perform Auto Program to add receivable channels that are not present in the 
TV’s memory (see pages 16 and 46).
 To receive or select cable channels, make sure that Signal Type in the 
Channel settings is set to Cable (see page 46). To receive or select UHF 
channels over an antenna, make sure Signal Type is set to Antenna.
The TV turns off 
automatically Check if Sleep Timer is activated, or confirm the Duration setting of Timer 
(see page 40).
 Check PC Power Management in General Setup settings (see page 52).
No picture from some video 
sources  Check the connection between the optional video equipment and the TV.
 Press INPUT on the remote control (see page 22).
 Press HOME on the remote control. Select your desired input from the 
External Inputs list.
Poor picture
Picture quality not as good as 
viewed at the store Picture quality depends on the signal content. See Quick Setup Guide 
(supplied) to display the best possible picture for that signal.
Broadcast HD formats have 
poor quality Content and signal quality are regulated by the signal provider.  Many HD 
channels and content are actually upscaled versions of standard-definition 
broadcasts. The picture is affected by the quality of the signal received, which 
varies between channel and program.
 Confirm the picture quality by selecting Signal Diagnostics in the Product 
Support settings (page 40). Then select Sample Image (or Additional 
Information first). An HD image will display on the screen to confirm routine 
panel operation.  If your normal picture quality is worse than this sample image, 
it is most likely due to the signal provided by the broadcaster.
Double images or ghosts  Check cable/antenna connections.
 Check the antenna location and direction.
 Set the Motion Enhancer to Standard or Off (see page 42).
Only snow and noise appear 
on the screen Check if the antenna is broken or bent.
 Check if the antenna has reached the end of its serviceable life. (3-5 years in 
normal use, 1-2 years at the seaside.)
Dotted lines or stripes  Keep the TV away from noise sources such as cars, motorcycles, or hair-dryers.
 If using 300 ohm twin lead, move the excess lead away from the TV or try using 
75 ohm coaxial cable instead.
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No color / Dark picture / Color 
is not correct / The picture is 
too brightPICTURE to select the desired Picture Mode (see page 22).
 Adjust the Picture Mode options in the Picture settings (see page 41). 
 If you set the Powe r Sav ing mode to Low or High, it will enhance the black 
level (see page 52).
Noisy picture  Make sure that the antenna is connected using a 75-ohm coaxial cable.
 Keep the antenna cable away from other connecting cords.
 To avoid TV interference, make sure to use an undamaged antenna cable.
Blurry picture / Poor color  Transporting the TV from a cold to a warm location or a sudden change in room 
temperature may cause moisture condensation, resulting in a blurry picture or 
poor color. Turn off your TV and wait a few hours before powering on again.
No sound / Noisy sound
No sound / Good picture  Check the volume control. Press MUTING or VOL + so that “Muting” disappears from the screen (page 20).Speakers to TV Speakers in the Sound settings (see page 44). If it is 
set to Audio System, sound is not output from the TV’s speakers regardless of 
the TV’s volume control. 
 When using HDMI input with Super Audio CD or DVD-Audio, DIGITAL 
AUDIO OUT (Optical) may not provide an audio signal.
 When tuned to a digital channel with Alternate Audio, the broadcaster may 
not be broadcasting your preferred Alternate Audio language. Press 
OPTIONS, highlight and select Alternate Audio, and change the Alternate 
Audio language (see page 44).
Audio noise  Make sure that the antenna is connected using a 75-ohm coaxial cable.
 Keep the antenna cable away from other connecting cords.
 To avoid TV interference, make sure to use an undamaged antenna cable.
No Audio or Low Audio with 
Home Theater SystemTHEATER for BRAVIA Sync activated Theater System (see page 19).
Speakers to Audio System in the Sound settings (see page 44).
Audio Out to Fixed in the Sound settings (see page 44).
BRAVIA Sync 
Cannot find connected 
BRAVIA Sync HDMI device Make sure that the Control for HDMI is set up on both the TV and the optional 
device compatible with BRAVIA Sync (see page 36).
Cannot control second AV 
receiver Only one A/V receiver may be used with the BRAVIA Sync and Control for 
HDMI functions at one time (see page 50).
DLNA
DLNA Certified™ Photo 
Media Player is not 
connecting to the server Check the LAN cable/connection to your server and your TV.
 Check if your network is properly configured on your TV. See Network Setup 
on page 51.
When “Network 
disconnected” appears on your 
TV screen  Check the current network settings. From the Network icon located on the 
XMB
TM, select Network Setup, then the Review option. If all of your 
network settings are 0.0.0.0, your server may not be connected properly. Check 
your network connections and/or server’s instruction manual for connection 
information.
 Reconfigure your network settings. See Network Setup on page 51.
 If the LAN cable is connected to an active server and the TV has acquired an IP 
Address, check your DLNA Certified media server’s connections and 
configurations.
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 Your IP Address configuration can be viewed by selecting the Review option. 
See Network Setup on page 51.
DLNA Certified™
  server is 
listed under the Photo icon, 
but is inaccessible The TV may have lost connection with the server, check your LAN cable/
connection or your server connections.
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Other Information
PC Input
No picture / No signal  Confirm the PC is correctly connected to the TV with either the PC IN (with an 
HD15 cable) or with the HDMI IN.
 Ensure the output signal from the PC is one of the formats listed on page 14. 
 Turn the PC off. Confirm the PC connection and restart the PC. Plug-and-play 
will auto-detect the TV and correctly set up PC timing.
PC Power Management is activated (see page 52).
 Verify the PC is not in standby or hibernation mode.
Poor Picture  Adjust the resolution (see page 14).
 Adjust Pitch and Phase.
General
Wide Mode changes 
automatically The current Wide Mode setting is automatically replaced with the 4:3 
Default setting when you change the channel or video input, if 4:3 Default in 
the Screen settings is set to other than Off. If you want to lock in Wide Mode 
selected with WIDE on the remote control, set 4:3 Default to Off in the 
Screen settings (see page 44). 
 Check the Auto Wide option in the Screen settings (see page 44).
Suddenly the picture gets 
smaller The picture gets smaller during the commercials due to the method in which the 
provider broadcasts their content. When HD content channels switch to SD 
content (commercials), the picture may be small with a black border.
Auto Wide will not expand the picture during these content changes since the  
content information is regulated by the channel signal provider. You can 
manually change the Wide Mode if you prefer (see page 21). This setting will 
remain in effect until you change the channel or input or manually change the 
Wide Mode again.
“Black box” on screen  You have selected a text option and no text is available (see page 47). To turn off 
this feature, set the CC Display option to Off. If you were trying to select 
closed captioning, select CC1 instead of Text1-4.
Black bands appear at the 
edges of the screen Some wide screen programs are filmed in aspect ratios that are greater than 16:9 
(this is especially common with theatrical releases). Your TV will show these 
programs with black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. For more 
details, check the documentation that came with your DVD (or contact your 
program provider).
 Programs in 4:3 aspect ratio will have bands on left and right sides of the 
screen.
 Programs broadcasted in HD formats (720p and 1080i) with 4:3 content will 
commonly have black bands on the left and right sides of the screen which are 
added by the broadcaster (see image on left).
Auto Wide will not expand the picture when the black bands on the sides of 
the screen are added by the broadcaster. You can manually change the Wide 
Mode to Wide Zoom, H Stretch or Zoom to fill the screen, which will 
remain in affect until you change the channel or input or manually change the 
Wide Mode again.
Certain programs on DVD or 
other digital sources display a 
loss of detail, especially during 
fast-motion or dark scenes This is due to the digital compression of the source content used by certain 
digital broadcasts and DVDs which may cause your TV’s screen to display less 
detail than usual, or cause artifacts (small blocks or dots, pixelations) to appear 
on your screen. These signal compressions are more visible and are dependent 
on the clarity and resolution of the TV.
Remote control does not 
operate To determine if the problem is with the remote control or not, press a button on 
the TV.
 Check the polarity of the batteries or replace the batteries.
 Point the remote control at the remote control sensor located at the front of the TV. Keep the remote control sensor area clear from obstacles.
 Fluorescent lamps can interfere with your remote control operation; try turning 
off the fluorescent lamps.
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Some digital cable channels 
are not being displayed Certain cable companies have limitations on the broadcast of digital cable 
channels. Check with your cable company for more information.
 The digital cable channel may be set to Hidden in the Show/Hide Channels 
setting (see page 46).
Some photo files or music 
files are not displayed from 
my USB equipment or DLNA 
Certified media server The accessible file or folder limit in a directory is 1,000 for USB and 30,000 for 
a DLNA Certified media server. This limit includes non-JPEG, MP3 files or just 
folders.  Files or folders are populated based on their time stamps. Photo, music 
files or folders exceeding the limit will not be displayed.
Photo images appear small in 
the screenDisplay Size to Expanded (see page 31).
 Whether or not photo images can or cannot be displayed in full-screen depends 
on the resolution or aspect ratio of the file.
Photo images or folders take 
time to display Depending on the image dimension, file size, and number of files in a folder, 
some photo images or folders take time to display.
 The first time a camera is connected to the TV via USB cable, it may take up to 
a couple of minutes for the photos to display. 
Lost password  Select the Password settings on the Parental Lock settings, then enter the 
following master password: 4357. This password clears your previous password 
and allows you to enter a new password (see page 47).
How to reset the TV to factory 
settings Turn on the TV. While holding down V on the remote control, press POWER 
on the TV. (The TV will turn itself off, then back on again.) Release V. 
WARNING: The reset will clear all of your customized settings including the 
Parental Lock setting.
The speaker grill is loose  Orient the speaker grill so that the location of the marks on the speaker grill and 
TV match, insert the protrusions on the speaker grill into the holes on the TV, 
and support gently. Check that the speaker grill and TV are in contact without 
any gaps, and then secure it by pushing and sliding the speaker grill left into 
place. 
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 Do not touch the speakers and their surrounding areas. Do not move the TV 
while the speaker grill is detached.
TV screen feels warm   Due to the thin profile of this television, the heat generated by the LCD panel 
backlight and supporting electronics will be more noticeable. This is normal 
operation and not a cause for concern. 
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Other Information
Specifications
* While the TV is collecting TV Guide data and/or during software update the power consumption is less than 30 W.
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 Optional accessories availability depends on its stock.
 Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
ModelKDL-52XBR7System
Television systemNTSC: American TV standard 
ATSC (8VSB terrestrial): ATSC compliant 8VSB
QAM on cable: ANSI/SCTE 07 2000 (Does not include CableCARD functionality)
Channel coverageAnalog terrestrial: 2 - 69 / Digital terrestrial: 2 - 69
Analog Cable: 1 - 135 / Digital Cable: 1 - 135
Panel systemLCD (Liquid Crystal Display) PanelSpeaker output10W (L) + 10W (R) + 15W (Assist Woofer)Input/Output jacks
CABLE/ANTENNA75-ohm external terminal for RF inputsVIDEO IN 1/2/3S VIDEO (4-pin mini DIN) (VIDEO 1 only): Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative / 
C: 0.286 Vp-p (Burst signal), 75 ohms
VIDEO: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative
AUDIO: 500 mVrms (Typical) / Impedance: 47 kilohms
COMPONENT IN 1/2YPBPR (Component Video): Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative / PB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms / 
PR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms / Signal format: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
AUDIO: 500 mVrms (Typical) / Impedance: 47 kilohms
HDMI IN 1/2/3/4HDMI: Video: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p, 1080/24p / Audio: Two channel linear PCM 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz, 16, 20 
and 24bits, Dolby Digital
AUDIO (HDMI IN 4 only): 500 mVrms (Typical) / Impedance: 47 kilohmsAUDIO OUT500 mVrms (Typical)DIGITAL AUDIO OUT 
(OPTICAL)PCM/Dolby Digital optical signal
PC IND-sub 15-pin, analog RGB, 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms, positive
See the PC Input Signal Reference Chart on page 14.
PC AUDIO INPUTStereo mini jack, 500 mVrms, (Typical) / Impedance: 47 kilohmsLAN (10/100)10 BASE-T/100 BASE-TX Connector (connection speed may vary depending on the network environment.  This 
product does not guarantee network quality or speed of 10 BASE-T/100 BASE-TX terminals.) 
DMPORTVIDEO: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, sync negative
AUDIO: 500 mVrms (Typical) / Impedance: 47 kilohms
USBHi-Speed USBPower and others
Power requirement120V-240V AC 50/60HzPower consumption
in use320 Win standbyless than 0.3W*Screen size (inches measured diagonally)52
Display resolution 1,920 dots (horizontal) × 1,080 lines (vertical)Speaker/Front (2) (mm)
                            (inches)34 × 104
1 3/8 × 4 1/8
Tweater (2) (mm) ø
                         (inches) ø30
1 1/8
Assist Woofer (mm)
                             (inches)55 × 120
2 1/8 × 4 3/4
Dimensions (W x H x D)
with stand (mm) 
 (inches)1257 x 874 x 346
49 1/2 x 34 1/2 x 13 5/8
without stand (mm) 
  (inches)1257 x 831 x 127
49 1/2 x 32 3/4 x 5
wall-mount hole pattern 
(mm)300 × 300
wall-mount screw sizeM6 (length: refer to diagram on page 6) Mass  with stand   (kg)
                              (lb.)42.5
94.0
    without stand   (kg)
   (lb.)35.5
79.0
Supplied accessoriesRemote control RM-YD024 (1) / Size AA batteries (2) / AC power cord (1) / Cable holder (1 attached to the Table-
Top Stand) / Operating Instructions (1) / Quick Setup Guide (1) / Warranty Card (1) / Safety and Regulatory 
Booklet (1)
Optional accessoriesConnecting cables / Support Belt Kit / Colour Variation Unit / Wall-Mount Bracket: SU-WL500 / TV Stand: see 
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0-9 buttons 20
4:3 Default 45
AAC IN 11
Add Digital Channels 46
Add for Slideshow 33
Add to Favorites 31, 33
Advanced Settings 42
Analog CC 47
Audio Out 44
AUDIO OUT jack 11
Auto Adjust 45
Auto Program 46
Auto Wide 44
B
Background TV 29
Backlight 41
Balance 43
Bass 43
BD/DVD MENU button 20
BD/DVD TOP MENU button 20
Bilingual audio 44
Brightness 41
C
CABLE/ANTENNA input 11
CC button 22
CC Display 47
CH +/– button 23
Channel Block 48
Channel Tuning Keys 50
CineMotion 42
Color 41
Color Temperature 41
COMPONENT IN jack (1080p/1080i/
720p/480p/480i) 11
Contact Sony 40
Control for HDMI 50
Country 47
Current Time 40
DDevice Auto Power Off 50
Device List 50
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) 
jack 11
Digital CC 47
Digital Rating 48
Display Area 45
DISPLAY button 19
Display Options 47
DMex button 19
DMex/SERVICE 11
DVR/VCR Record Buttons 20
E
Edit Channel Labels 46
English Rating 49
ENT button 20
Equipment Control/BRAVIA Sync 19
FF1/F2 button 23
Favorites 28
FAVORITES button 20
File Actions 31
File Order 31, 33
FREEZE button 22
French Rating 49
FUNCTION buttons 19
G
Game Mode 43
GUIDE button 20
H
H Center 45
HDMI IN jack 11
HOME button 20
Home Menu Scrolling 52
Hue 41
I
Info Banner 51
Information 31, 33
Infrared Receiver (IR) 24
INPUT button 22
Installing the TV on a wall 6
JJUMP button 23
L
Language 51
LIGHT button 19
Light Sensor
Described 24Setting 52
Logo Illumination 52
M
Manage Inputs 50
Motion Enhancer 42
Movie Rating 49
MPEG Noise Reduction 41
MTS 44
Music 32
MUTING button 20
NNetwork Setup 51
Noise Reduction 41
O
Omit from Slideshow 33
OPTIONS button 22
P
P&P 37
Password 47
PC IN jack 11
PC Power Management 52
Phase 45
Photo 30
Photo Settings 31
PIC OFF/TIMER LED 24
Picture 41
Picture Adjustments 32, 41
Picture Adjustments Lock 52
PICTURE button 22
Picture Mode 41
PIP 37
Pitch 45
Playback Method 31, 33
POWER button 21
POWER LED 24
Power Saving 52
RRating 48
Remote control
programming 25
Remove from Favorites 31, 33
Reset 41, 43, 45, 56
RETURN button 20
S
S VIDEO jack 11
Screen Position 45
Server Diagnostics 51
Settings
Channel 46Clock/Timers 40Closed Captions (CC) 47External Inputs 50General Setup 51HDMI Settings 50Initial Setup 52Network 51Parental Lock 47Picture 41Product Support 40Screen 44Sound 43
Sharpness 41
Show/Hide Channels 46
Show/Hide Servers 51
Signal Diagnostics 40
Signal Type 46
Sleep Timer 40
Software Update 40
Sound Adjustments 32, 43
Sound Booster 43
SOUND button 19
Sound Mode 43
Speaker 24
Speakers 32, 44
STANDBY LED 24
Start Slideshow 31
 
						

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Steady Sound 43
Surround 43
T
Thumbnail View 31, 33
Timer 40
Treble 43
Troubleshooting 53–56
TV Auto Power On 50
TV Guide On Screen 34
TV POWER button 21
TV Rating 49
U
U.S.A. Rating 49
Unrated 48
USB Auto Start 51
VV Center 45
Vertical Size 45
VIDEO IN jack 11
Video/Photo Optimizer 43
View 31
Voice Zoom 43
VOL +/– button 20
Volume Offset 43
WWIDE button 21
Wide Mode 44, 45
Woofer Level 44
 
						

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Have questions on the use of your television after reading your Operating Instructions manual 
and Quick Setup Guide
z   Experience difficulty operating your television
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For Canada
http://www.sony.ca/support
or to speak with a support representative: 1-877-899-SONY (7669)
Sony will work to resolve your questions more quickly than your retailer or place of purchase.
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