Onkyo HT HT-S7300 Instruction Manual

Onkyo HT HT-S7300 Instruction Manual

7.1ch home theater system
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7.1ch Home Theater System
HT-S7300
AV Receiver (HT-R680)
Speaker Package (HTP-780)
Universal Port Option Dock for iPod
(UP-A1)
HT-S6300
AV Receiver (HT-R680)
Speaker Package (HTP-680)
Universal Port Option Dock for iPod
(UP-A1)

Instruction Manual

Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo 7.1ch Home
Theater System. Please read this manual thoroughly
before making connections and plugging in the unit.
Following the instructions in this manual will enable
you to obtain optimum performance and listening
enjoyment from your new 7.1ch Home Theater
System.
Please retain this manual for future reference.
Introduction ...................................2
Connections.................................14
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Turning On & Basic Operations ......24
Advanced Operations .................38
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Controlling iPod & Other
Components............................56
Others...........................................64
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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    Universal Port Option Dock for iPod (UP-A1) Instruction Manual Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo 7.1ch Home Theater System. Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the unit. Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new 7.1ch Home Theater...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    Introduction WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
  • Page 3: Precautions

    If water or any other liquid gets inside this unit, have it checked by your Onkyo dealer. 8. Handling Notes • If you need to transport this unit, use the original packaging to pack it how it was when you originally bought it.
  • Page 4: Speaker Precautions

    Speaker Precautions Placement • The subwoofer cabinet is made out of wood and is there- fore sensitive to extreme temperatures and humidity, do not put it in locations subject to direct sunlight or in humid places, such as near an air conditioner, humidifier, bathroom, or kitchen.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Speaker Package HTP-780 Front speakers (SKF-780 L/R) (➔ Center speaker (SKC-780) (➔ Surround speakers (SKR-780 L/R) (➔ Surround back speakers (SKB-780 L/R) Subwoofer (SKW-780) (➔ Speaker cables for front speakers 11 ft. (3.5 m) (White and Red) (➔ Speaker cable for center speaker 10 ft. (3.0 m) (Green) (➔...
  • Page 6: Features

    Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.” HD Radio™ and the HD Radio Ready logo are proprietary trademarks of iBiquity Digital Corporation. To receive HD Radio broadcasts, you must install an Onkyo UP-HT1 HD Radio tuner module (sold separately). /HD Radio™...
  • Page 7 • Color-coded speaker terminals and speaker cable SKW-780 Bass Reflex Powered Subwoofer • 10" (25 cm) Cone • Output Level Control • Max. power: 290 W (Dynamic power) Universal Port Option Dock for iPod (UP-A1) • Easily links iPod/iPhone models with Onkyo A/V Sys- tems. ®...
  • Page 8: Front & Rear Panels

    Front & Rear Panels Front Panel b cd e The actual front panel has various logos printed on it. They are not shown here for clarity. The page numbers in parentheses show where you can find the main explanation for each item. a ON/STANDBY button (➔...
  • Page 9 Display For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses. a Audio input indicators b Listening mode and format indicators c Audyssey indicators (➔ 28, 44) d Tuning indicators (➔ Rear Panel a DIGITAL IN OPTICAL and COAXIAL jacks b COMPONENT VIDEO IN and OUT jacks c HDMI IN and OUT jacks d FM ANTENNA jack and AM ANTENNA terminal e MONITOR OUT V jack...
  • Page 10: Speaker Package

    Speaker Package Subwoofer (SKW-770/780) For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses. ■ Front a Standby/On indicator Red: Subwoofer in standby mode Blue: Subwoofer on With the Auto Standby function, the SKW-770/780 automatically turns on when an input signal is detected in Standby mode.
  • Page 11 ■ HTP-780 (SKF-780, SKC-780, SKR-780, SKB-780) SKF-780 Front Rear a Keyhole slots These keyhole slots can be used to wall-mount the speaker. See “Wall Mounting” for mounting instruc- 14). tions (➔ b Speaker terminals These push terminals are for connecting the speaker to the HT-R680 with the supplied speaker cables.
  • Page 12: Remote Controller

    This button acts as a shortcut for the Audio menu To control the AV receiver, press RECEIVER to select Receiver mode. You can also use the remote controller to control Onkyo Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, CD player and other components. See “Entering Remote Control Codes” for more details (➔...
  • Page 13: About Home Theater

    With Blu-ray Discs or DVDs, you can enjoy DTS and Dolby Digital. With analog or digital TV, you can enjoy Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS Neo:6, or Onkyo’s original DSP lis- tening modes.
  • Page 14: Connections

    Connections Connecting the AV Receiver Attaching the Speaker Bases ■ SKF-780 Before you connect the speakers, attach the supplied speaker base to each SKF-780. 1. Turn the speaker upside down with the protection cover attached. 2. Align the speaker base while the arrow mark headed in the same direction as the speaker’s face.
  • Page 15: Using The Floor Pads For Subwoofer

    ■ SKC-780 Keyhole slot for wall mounting 7-7/8" (200 mm) Caution • A mounting screw’s ability to support a speaker depends on how well it’s anchored to the wall. If you have hollow walls, screw each mounting screw into a stud. If there are no studs, or the walls are solid, use suitable wall anchors.
  • Page 16: Connecting Your Speakers

    Connecting Your Speakers Speaker Configuration The following table indicates the channels you should use depending on the number of speakers that you have. For 7.1-channel surround-sound playback, you need 7 speakers and a powered subwoofer. Number of speakers 2 3 4 5 6 7 7 8 9 ✔...
  • Page 17 Connecting the Speaker Cables Screw-type speaker terminals Strip 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm) of insulation from the ends of the speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as shown. (Supplied speaker cables are already stripped.) Using Banana Plugs •...
  • Page 18: About Av Connections

    About AV Connections Connected image with AV components HDMI cable AV receiver Blu-ray Disc/ DVD player TV, projector, etc. • Before making any AV connections, read the manuals supplied with your AV components. • Don’t connect the power cord until you’ve completed and double-checked all AV connections. •...
  • Page 19: Connecting Your Components With Hdmi

    Connecting Your Components with HDMI VCR or DVD recorder/Digital Video Recorder Game console Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc. Connect your components to the appropriate jacks. The default input assignments are shown below. ✔: Assignment can be changed (➔ 39). Jack Input HDMI IN 1 HDMI IN 2...
  • Page 20: Connecting Your Components

    Connecting Your Components The on-screen setup menus appear only on a TV that is connected to the HDMI OUT. If your TV is connected to the MONITOR OUT V or the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, use the AV receiver’s display when changing settings. Front Connect your components to the appropriate jacks.
  • Page 21: Connecting Onkyo U Components

    AV receiver. The other jack is for connecting addi- tional u-capable components. • Connect only Onkyo components to u jacks. Connecting other manufacturer’s components may cause a malfunction. • Some components may not support all u functions. Refer to the manuals supplied with your other Onkyo components.
  • Page 22: Connecting Antenna

    Connecting Antenna This section explains how to connect the supplied indoor FM antenna and AM loop antenna. The AV receiver won’t pick up any radio signals without any antenna connected, so you must connect the antenna to use the tuner. Insert the plug fully into the jack.
  • Page 23: Which Connections Should I Use

    Which Connections Should I Use? The AV receiver supports several connection formats for compatibility with a wide range of AV equipment. The format you choose will depend on the formats supported by your components. Use the following sections as a guide. The on-screen setup menus appear only on a TV that is connected to the HDMI OUT.
  • Page 24: Turning On & Basic Operations

    Turning On & Basic Operations Turning On/Off the AV Receiver ON/STANDBY STANDBY indicator Turning On Press ON/STANDBY on the front panel. Press RECEIVER followed by ON/STANDBY on the remote controller. The AV receiver comes on, the display lights, and the STANDBY indicator goes off. Turning Off Press ON/STANDBY on the front panel or the remote controller.
  • Page 25: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations The on-screen menus appear only on a TV that is con- nected to the HDMI OUT. If your TV is connected to the MONITOR OUT V or the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, use the AV receiver’s display when changing settings.
  • Page 26: Setting The Display Brightness

    Using the Music Optimizer The Music Optimizer function enhances the sound quality of compressed music files. Press MUSIC OPTIMIZER on the front panel. The M.Opt indicator lights on the display. • Alternatively, you can use the remote controller’s AUDIO and arrow buttons.
  • Page 27: Changing The Input Display

    For the PORT input selector, the name of Universal Port Option Dock will be displayed. Changing the Input Display When you connect an u-capable Onkyo component, you must configure the input display so that u can work properly. This setting can be done only from the front panel.
  • Page 28 Audyssey 2EQ ® Room Correction and Speaker Setup With the supplied calibrated microphone, Audyssey 2EQ automatically determines the number of speakers con- nected, their size for purposes of bass management, opti- mum crossover frequencies to the subwoofer (if present), and distances from the primary listening position. Audyssey 2EQ then removes the distortion caused by room acoustics by capturing room acoustical problems over the listening area in both the frequency and time...
  • Page 29: Error Messages

    • Writing Error! This message appears if saving fails. Try saving again. If this message appears after 2 or 3 attempts, contact your Onkyo dealer. • Speaker Detect Error This message appears if a speaker is not detected. “No” means that no speaker was detected.
  • Page 30: Listening To The Radio

    Listening to the Radio This section describes the procedure using the but- tons on the front panel unless otherwise specified. Using the Tuner With the built-in tuner you can enjoy AM and FM radio stations. You can store your favorite stations as presets for quick selection.
  • Page 31 Presetting FM/AM Stations You can store a combination of up to 40 of your favorite FM/AM radio stations as presets. Tune into the FM/AM station that you want to store as a preset. See the previous section. Press MEMORY. The preset number flashes. While the preset number is flashing (about 8 sec- onds), use PRESET e/r to select a preset from 1 through 40.
  • Page 32: Recording

    Recording This section explains how to record the selected input source to a component with recording capability, and how to record audio and video from different sources. Connecting a Recording Component VCR, DVD recorder Note • The AV receiver must be turned on for recording. Recording is not possible while it’s in Standby mode.
  • Page 33: Using The Listening Modes

    Using the Listening Modes Selecting Listening Modes See “About Listening Modes” for detailed information about the listening modes Listening Mode Buttons Press RECEIVER first. MUSIC MOVIE/TV MOVIE/TV button This button selects the listening modes intended for use with movies and TV. MUSIC button This button selects the listening modes intended for use with music.
  • Page 34: About Listening Modes

    About Listening Modes The AV receiver’s listening modes can transform your listening room into a movie theater or concert hall, with high fidel- ity and stunning surround sound. Explanatory Notes SP LAYOUT LISTENING MODE ■ Input Source The following audio formats are supported by the listening mode. This is mono (monophonic) sound.
  • Page 35: Listening Modes

    Listening Modes Listening Mode Description Direct In this mode, audio from the input source is output without surround-sound processing. The “Sp Config” (presence of speakers), “Sp Distance” and D i r e c t d i o P P “A/V Sync” settings are enabled, but much of the processing set via AUDIO is disabled.
  • Page 36 Listening Mode Description Dolby Digital In this mode, audio from the input source is output without surround-sound processing. “Sp Config” (presence of speakers), “Crossover”, “Sp Dis- D o l b y i o P P tance”, “A/V Sync” and much of the processing set via AUDIO are enabled. See “Advanced Setup”...
  • Page 37 Onkyo-Original DSP Listening Modes Listening Mode Description Orchestra Suitable for classical or operatic music, this mode emphasizes the surround channels in order to widen the stereo image, and simulates the natural rever- O r c h e s t r a beration of a large hall.
  • Page 38: Advanced Operations

    Advanced Operations Advanced Setup On-screen Setup Menus The on-screen setup menus appear only on a TV that is connected to the HDMI OUT. If your TV is con- nected to the composite video MONITOR OUT or the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, use the AV receiver’s display when changing settings.
  • Page 39 Explanatory Notes Main menu Speaker Setup ■ Subwoofer Yes: Select if a subwoofer is connected. Select if no subwoofer is connected. a Menu selection b Setting target c Setting options (default setting underlined) Input/Output Assign Main Menu Input/Output Assign Monitor Out You can specify the output resolution for the HDMI OUT and have the AV receiver upconvert the picture resolution as necessary to match the resolution supported by your...
  • Page 40: Speaker Setup

    Component Video Input If you connect a video component to a component video input, you must assign that input to an input selector. For example, if you connect your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player to COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2, you must assign “IN2” to the “BD/DVD”...
  • Page 41 Speaker Configuration This setting is set automatically by Audyssey 2EQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup function With these settings, you can specify which speakers are connected and a crossover frequency for each speaker. Specify “Full Band” for speakers that can output low fre- quency bass sounds adequately, for example, speakers with a good sized woofer.
  • Page 42: Audio Adjust

    Level Calibration This setting is set automatically by Audyssey 2EQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup function Here you can adjust the level of each speaker with the built-in test tone so that the volume of each speaker is the same at the listening position. ■...
  • Page 43 Dimension –3 to 0 to +3 With this setting, you can move the sound field forward or backward when using the Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music listening mode. Higher settings move the sound field backward. Lower settings move it forward. If the stereo image feels too wide, or there’s too much surround sound, move the sound field forward to improve the balance.
  • Page 44: Source Setup

    Source Setup Items can be set individually for each input selector. Preparation Press the input selector buttons to select an input source. Main menu Source Setup Audyssey When Audyssey 2EQ ® Room Correction and Speaker Setup is complete, the “Equalizer” setting set to “Audyssey”...
  • Page 45 About Audyssey Dynamic Volume ® Audyssey Dynamic Volume solves the problem of large variations in volume level between television programs, commercials, and between the soft and loud passages of movies. Dynamic Volume looks at the preferred volume setting by the user and then monitors how the volume of program material is being perceived by listeners in real time to decide whether an adjustment is needed.
  • Page 46 To correct a character: Use q/w/e/r to select “ ”(Right), and then press ENTER. “ Press ENTER several times to select the incor- rect character (The cursor moves one letter each time ENTER is pressed). Use q/w/e/r to select the correct character, and then press ENTER.
  • Page 47: Listening Mode Preset

    ■ Edge Enhancement 0 to +10 With this setting you can adjust the sharpness of edges in the picture. “0” is the softest. “+10” is the sharpest. ■ Noise Reduction Off: Noise reduction off. Low: Low noise reduction. Mid: Medium noise reduction. High: High noise reduction.
  • Page 48: Hardware Setup

    ■ Remote ID 1, 2, or 3 When several Onkyo components are used in the same room, their remote ID codes may overlap. To differenti- ate the AV receiver from the other components, you can change its remote ID from “1”, to “2” or “3”.
  • Page 49 HDMI ■ Audio TV Out Off: The audio is not output from the HDMI output. The audio is output from the HDMI output. This preference determines whether the incoming audio signal is output from the HDMI OUT. You may want to turn this preference on if your TV is connected to the HDMI OUT and you want to listen to the audio from a connected component through your TV’s speakers.
  • Page 50: Lock Setup

    Note “Power Control” • The setting can be set only when the ” Control (RIHD) setting is set to “On”. • HDMI power control only works with p-compatible components that support it and may not work properly with some components due to their settings or compatibility. •...
  • Page 51 Speaker Levels You can adjust the volume of each speaker while listening to an input source. These temporary adjustments are cancelled when the AV receiver is set to Standby. To save the setting you made 42) before setting the here, go to “Level Calibration” (➔...
  • Page 52 Audio Selector You can set priorities of audio output when there are both digital and analog inputs. ■ Audio Selector ARC: The audio signal from your TV tuner can be sent to the HDMI OUT of the AV receiver. With this selection the TV’s audio can be automati- cally selected as a priority among other assignments.
  • Page 53: Zone 2

    Zone 2 In addition to your main listening room, you can also enjoy playback in the other room, or as we call Zone 2. And, you can select a different source for each room. Connecting Zone 2 There are two ways you can connect Zone 2 speakers: 1.
  • Page 54: Setting The Powered Zone 2

    Setting the Powered Zone 2 If you’ve connected your Zone 2 speakers to the AV receiver, as explained in “Connecting Your Zone 2 Speak- ers Directly to the AV receiver” “Front High/Zone2” setting to “Zone2”. Main menu Speaker Setup In the “Speaker Setup” menu, select “Speaker Settings”, and then press ENTER.
  • Page 55 Controlling Zone 2 with the Remote Controller ON/STANDBY ZONE2 Input selector buttons MUTING VOLq/w Press ZONE2 and then press ON/STANDBY. Zone 2 turns on, the ZONE 2 indicator lights. To select an input source for Zone 2, press ZONE2, followed by an input selector buttons. To select AM or FM, press the TUNER input selec- tor repeatedly.
  • Page 56: Controlling Ipod & Other Components

    Controlling iPod & Other Components Controlling iPod Connecting an Onkyo Dock Onkyo Dock UP-A1 Dock (Included) (Universal Port Option Dock) RI Dock (Not Included) Models sold are different depending on the region. Cable Note — • When UP-A1 Dock that seated iPod is connected, the power consumption on standby mode slightly increases.
  • Page 57: Using The Onkyo Dock

    Using the Onkyo Dock For the latest information on the Onkyo Dock compo- nents, see the Onkyo web site at: http://www.onkyo.com Before using the Onkyo Dock components, update your iPod with the latest software, available from the Apple web site.
  • Page 58: Controlling Your Ipod

    Dock, you can con- trol your iPod in the Dock with the following buttons. See “Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Con- nected via u” for details on entering a remote control ➔...
  • Page 59 • For detailed operation of the iPod, please refer to the instruction manual of RI Dock. This button does not turn the Onkyo DS-A2 or DS-A2X RI Dock on or off. Your iPod may not respond the first time you press this button, in which case you should press it again.
  • Page 60: Controlling Other Components

    You do not need to enter a remote control code to control these components. For details on controlling these components, see the pages indicated. BD/DVD Onkyo Blu-ray Disc player TV/CD Onkyo CD player PORT Onkyo Universal Port Option...
  • Page 61: Entering Remote Control Codes

    Onkyo DVD player without u • TV/CD 71817: Onkyo CD player without u 11807: Onkyo TV If you want to control an Onkyo component by pointing the remote controller directly at it, use the following remote control codes: 32900: Onkyo Blu-ray Disc player 32901:...
  • Page 62: Resetting Remote Mode Buttons

    Resetting REMOTE MODE Buttons You can reset a REMOTE MODE to its default remote control code. While holding down REMOTE MODE that you want to reset, press and hold down AUDIO until the remote indicator lights (about 3 seconds). Within 30 seconds, press REMOTE MODE again. The remote indicator flashes twice, indicating that the button has been reset.
  • Page 63 Press the appropriate REMOTE MODE first. Note • With some components, certain buttons may not work as expected, and some may not work at all. ✔: Available buttons Components Buttons ✔ a ON/STANDBY ✔ b 9, INPUT, TV VOL q/w ✔...
  • Page 64: Others

    Onkyo dealer. If you can’t resolve the issue yourself, try resetting the AV receiver before contacting your Onkyo dealer. To reset the AV receiver to its factory defaults, turn it on and, while holding down VCR/DVR, press ON/ STANDBY.
  • Page 65 ■ Only the front speakers produce sound When the Stereo or Mono listening mode is selected, only the front speakers and subwoofer produce sound. Check the Speaker Configuration. ■ Only the center speaker produces sound If you use the Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie, Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music, or Dolby Pro Logic IIx Game lis- tening mode with a mono source, such as an AM radio station or mono TV program, the sound is con-...
  • Page 66 ■ Can’t control other components If it’s an Onkyo component, make sure that the u cable and analog audio cable are connected properly. Connecting only an u cable won’t work. Make sure you’ve selected the correct remote con- troller mode.
  • Page 67: Connected Via U

    To control an Onkyo component that’s not connected via u, point the remote controller at the compo- nent. Be sure to enter the appropriate remote control code first. The entered remote control code may not be correct. If more than one code is listed, try each one.
  • Page 68 Onkyo is not responsible for damages (such as CD rental fees) due to unsuccessful recordings caused by the unit’s malfunction. Before you record important data, make sure that the material will be recorded cor- rectly.
  • Page 69: Specifications

    Specifications AV receiver Amplifier Section Rated Output Power All channels: 130 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 6 ohm, at 1 kHz with a maximum total harmonic distortion of 180 W (3 Ω, Front) Dynamic Power 160 W (4 Ω, Front) 100 W (8 Ω, Front) 60 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω) Damping Factor...
  • Page 70: Speaker Package (Htp

    7.1ch Home Theater Speaker Package (HTP-680) ■ Powered Subwoofer (SKW-770) Type Bass-reflex Input sensitivity/Impedance 140 mV/20 kΩ Maximum output power 290 W (Dynamic power) Frequency response 25 Hz to 150 Hz Cabinet capacity 37 L (1.3 cubic feet) × × Dimensions (W ×...
  • Page 71 7.1ch Home Theater Speaker Package (HTP-780) ■ Powered Subwoofer (SKW-780) Type Bass-reflex Input sensitivity/Impedance 140 mV/20 kΩ Maximum output power 290 W (Dynamic power) Frequency response 25 Hz to 150 Hz Cabinet capacity 37 L (1.3 cubic feet) × × Dimensions (W ×...
  • Page 72: About Hdmi

    About HDMI Designed to meet the increased demands of digital TV, HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is a new digital interface standard for connecting TVs, projectors, Blu-ray Disc/DVD players, set-top boxes, and other video compo- nents. Until now, several separate video and audio cables have been required to connect AV components. With HDMI, a single cable can carry control signals, digital video, and up to eight channels of digital audio (2-channel PCM, multichan- nel digital audio, and multichannel PCM).
  • Page 73: Using An Rihd-Compatible Tv, Player, Or Recorder

    Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder p, which stands for Remote Interactive over HDMI, is the name of the system control function found on Onkyo components. The AV receiver can be used with CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), which allows system control over HDMI and is part of the HDMI standard.
  • Page 74 ■ How to connect and setup Confirm the connecting and setting. 1. Connect the HDMI OUT jack to the HDMI input jack of the TV. Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, etc. AV receiver DIGITAL AUDIO connection (OPTICAL) TV, projector, etc. 2. Connect the audio output from the TV to the OPTICAL IN 2 jack of the AV receiver using an optical digital cable.
  • Page 75: Video Resolution Chart

    Video Resolution Chart The following tables show how video signals at different resolutions are output by the AV receiver. HDMI Output 1080p 1080i 720p Input ✔ HDMI 1080p ✔ 1080i ✔ 720p ✔ 480p ✔ 480i ✔ Component 1080p ✔ 1080i ✔...
  • Page 76 Unit 1 & 12, 9/F, Ever Gain Plaza Tower 1, 88, Container Port Road, Kwai Chung, N.T., Hong Kong. Tel: 852-2429-3118 Fax: 852-2428-9039 http://www.ch.onkyo.com/ SN 29400232 (C) Copyright 2010 ONKYO CORPORATION Japan. All rights reserved. Y1004-1 * 2 9 4 0 0 2 3 2 *...

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