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Page 1: Digital Camera
Digital Camera User Manual Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... - Page 2 Further, BenQ Corporation reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the contents hereof without obligation of BenQ Corporation to notify any person of such revision or changes.
- Page 3 ASAP. successfully and turn off the camera. If you do not intend to use the camera for a long time, please remove the battery from the camera and store the battery properly. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals...
- Page 4 If it stops in the direction where you are rotating or twisting it, DO NOT force it further to avoid damage to the display hinge. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Basic operation ......................31 Viewing and deleting files ..................32 Viewing files .........................32 Deleting files ........................32 Selecting files for deletion ..................33 Using the flash ......................33 Using the self-timer ....................34 Selecting the focus mode ..................35 Using manual focus ....................36 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... - Page 6 Using the Function menu ..................49 AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing) ................... 49 White Balance ........................50 ISO ............................51 Metering ..........................51 Flash EV ..........................52 Color Mode ......................... 52 Continuous Shooting mode ..................... 53 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals...
- Page 7 Recording fast-motion videos ..................71 Using the Movie Menu .....................72 Movie options ........................72 Autofocus Mode .........................73 Playing back video clips ....................73 Playing back slow-motion video clips ................74 Playing back fast-motion video clips ................74 Setup menu ......................75 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals...
- Page 8 Connecting the camera to a computer ............... 78 Connecting the camera to an AV system ............79 Printing images ......................80 Printing with PictBridge ....................80 Troubleshooting and service information ........... 84 Technical support ..................... 86 Specifications ..................... 87 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals...
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Page 9: Touring The Camera
Actual and available products, accessories, as well as their appearance may vary depending on sales region. • If any items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer. • Save the packaging for future shipment or storage. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 10: Camera Overview
6 7 8 9 10 Item Description Page reference USB port HDMI port Strap eyelet Mode Dial Shutter Zoom lever Power button ( Flash AF Assist Lamp / Self-timer LED indicator Stereo microphone Speaker Lens Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 11: Rear And Bottom Views
Item Description Page reference LCD display Status LED Jog Dial Record button ( Playback button ( Wheel Dial 4-way buttons Function/OK button ( Q (Quick Menu) key ( Menu button ( Battery/card cover Tripod mount Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 12: Led Indicator
10-sec. delay: blinks slowly after pressing the shutter, and then blinks quickly for 2 seconds before taking picture. It is normal for the camera to become warm during operation, because the camera casing might conduct heat. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 13: Lcd Display Indicator
F 5.6 Item Description Page reference Shooting mode Self-timer mode Focus mode Flash mode Flash EV Zoom status AE Lock AF Lock Number of shots available Storage media Image size Image quality Movie size Motion detection Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... - Page 14 • While the shutter is pressed down halfway, the AF area color changes to green, camera shake warning (appears only if the camera itself detects possible shaking), aperture, shutter speed and ISO setting are also shown on the screen. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals...
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Page 15: Playback Mode
Page reference Playback mode Protect tag Total number of recorded files / all images Folder / File number Storage media Image size Image quality White balance Flash EV Exposure value (EV) Battery status Aperture value Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 16: Battery Status
Histogram Shooting mode DPOF tag Voice memo tag Battery status Icon Description Battery power is full. Battery power remains adequate. Battery power is low. Battery power is very low. You should replace the battery ASAP. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 17: Preparing The Camera For Use
Follow the above steps to attach the other side of the neck strap. 4. Once complete, make sure the straps are tight. Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous. Refrain children from playing with the strap. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 18: Charging The Battery
1. Slide the battery/card cover to the left to release and open it. 2. Push and hold the battery latch to the left. 3. Fully insert the battery in the correct direction by matching the polarity label on the battery slot. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 19: To Remove The Battery
• The battery may be warm after being used. This is normal and not a malfunction. • When using the camera in a cold environment, keep the camera and its battery warm by holding it inside your jacket or another warm protective environment. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 20: Installing And Removing An Sd Card
3. Close the battery/card cover and then slide it to the right to lock it in place. Before initial use of an SD card, please format the card first by pressing > > > > > > > Manage Memory Format Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 21: Using The Lcd Display
• For self portrait, rotate it up at the appropriate angle. You can twist the display to a maximum of 180° upward. • In addition to flipping the LCD display, you can rotate it 180° upward and fold it fully to the back of camera to secure its position. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 22: Turning The Power On And Off
There are two ways to turn on the camera: • Press The zoom lens extends and the camera is turned on in mode. Capture • Press and hold The camera is turned on in mode, and the lens is not extended. Playback Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 23: Setting The Osd Language
2. Use the wheel dial or press YY/MM/DD select , and then press Date & Time 3. Press to adjust the date, time and BACK date format. Press to move to another field as needed. 4. Press to confirm the settings. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 24: Operating The Camera
Priority lighting condition of the subject. See "Aperture Priority mode" on page 38 for details. Manual Lets you set both aperture and shutter speed manually. See "Manual mode" on page 39 for details. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 25: Jog Dial
• Manual mode: Adjusts aperture value ( 38). • Aperture Priority/Shutter Priority/Program/Filter mode: Adjusts EV compensation value ( 36). In Playback mode • Viewing file: Views previous/next file ( 32). In Menu mode • Item selection: Chooses an option ( 27). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 26: 4-Way Buttons
In Capture mode • Adjust EV compensation: Confirms the setting ( 21). • Scene/Filter mode: Confirms the mode selection ( 21). In Menu mode • Item selection: Confirms the selection or displays the submenu. ( 21). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 27: Menu Button
Camera Menu Camera Menu Resolution Resolution 4288x3216 Quality Quality 3264x2448 AF Area AF Area 2304x1728 1600x1200 Digital Zoom Digital Zoom 640x480 AF Assist Lamp AF Assist Lamp 4320x2430 O.I.S. O.I.S. Sharpness Sharpness BACK BACK BACK Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 28: Navigating Menus
AF Assist Lamp O.I.S. Sharpness BACK 4. Use the wheel dial or press Camera Menu select the desired setting. Supper Fine Press to move to another column as Fine needed. 5. Press to confirm. BACK Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 29: Q Key
0015 0015 1/250 1/250 F 5.6 F 5.6 Use the wheel dial or press to select the desired setting. In Playback mode Press to delete the file. See "Deleting files" on page 32 for details. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 30: Using The Shutter
To prevent your images from being blurred, always hold the camera steadily while pressing the shutter. This is especially important when you are shooting under low lighting conditions, under which your camera may reduce the shutter speed to ensure your images are properly exposed. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 31: Basic Operation
• In Movie mode, the camera records both sound and video. The recording time is continuous, but recording will stop once the memory card space is full or up to 25 minutes. • At any time, you can press to turn off the camera. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 32: Viewing And Deleting Files
Select • : deletes the selected files. See Select "Selecting files for deletion" on page • : deletes all files. 5. Press to select and press Delete Single ? to confirm the file deletion. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 33: Selecting Files For Deletion
The flash fires automatically based on the photographic conditions. The flash always fires regardless of the Force On surrounding lighting conditions. Select this mode when capturing images with high contrast (backlighting) and deep shadows. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 34: Using The Self-Timer
10 Sec. 2 Sec. second delay. This mode is useful when you want to be part of the picture. Takes one picture at a time if the camera Smile detects a smile using face detection. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 35: Selecting The Focus Mode
To select the focus mode: 1. Set the mode dial to the desired shooting mode. 2. Press to enter the Focus mode menu. Focus Auto Focus 3. Use the wheel dial or press to select your desired focus mode. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 36: Using Manual Focus
1. Set the mode dial to , or 2. Use the wheel dial to select the appropriate 0015 0015 setting. 3. Press to confirm the setting. EV+0.0 EV+0.0 1/250 1/250 F 5.6 F 5.6 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 37: Using Mode Dial In The Capture Mode
• Rotate the jog dial until a appears on the screen. • Select another shooting mode. • Turn off the camera. 2. Press the shutter halfway to set automatic focus. 3. Press the shutter to capture an image. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 38: Shutter Priority Mode
• Available values are F1.8, F1.9, F2.0, F2.2, F2.5, F2.8, F3.2, F3.5, F4.0, F4.5, F5.0, F5.6, F6.3, F7.0, F8.0. • Some of the above aperture values may not be available, depending on the zoom position. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 39: Manual Mode
1. Set the mode dial to SUNSET 2. Use the jog dial to select the desired scene mode. 3. Press to confirm the setting. INFO INFO Slide the Zoom lever to to view information on the selected scene mode. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 40: Portrait
Simulates a fisheye lens effect and creates a distorted hemisphere-like image. 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Use the jog dial to select Fisheye 3. Press the shutter to capture an image. The Fisheye effect will be applied to this picture immediately. Before After Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 41: Toy
0015 0015 Adjust Adjust 1/250 1/250 F 5.6 F 5.6 Preview screen Compose screen Adjust frame location Adjust frame size Switch to vertical frame display 5. Press the shutter to capture an image. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 42: Landscape
Flash is always off. 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Use the jog dial to select Candlelight 3. Press to confirm the setting. 4. Press the shutter to capture an image. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 43: Night Scene
Please keep the camera steady or use a tripod while using this mode. 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Use the jog dial to select Firework 3. Press to confirm the setting. 4. Press the shutter to capture an image. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 44: Beauty Enhancer
(represented by hue) of sunrise or sunset. 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Use the jog dial to select Sunset 3. Press to confirm the setting. 4. Press the shutter to capture an image. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 45: Text
Increases the dynamic range and enhances the details of dark areas. 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Use the jog dial to select 3. Press to confirm the setting. 4. Press the shutter to capture an image. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 46: 360° Panorama
6. Pan the camera horizontally and follow the shooting direction shown on the screen. 0015 0015 1/250 1/250 F 5.6 F 5.6 Preview screen Move the camera to Guideline bar indicates start shooting the current shooting shooting point 7. Release the shutter and panoramic images are recorded. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 47: Filter Mode
INFO INFO Slide the Zoom lever to to view information on the selected filter mode. 4. Press the shutter halfway to set automatic focus. 5. Press the shutter to capture an image. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 48: Handheld Night Shot Mode
The flash mode is not available in this mode. 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Press and hold the shutter to capture continuous shots. The shooting ends when the shutter is released, card full, or the battery is exhausted. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 49: More On The Capture Mode
0, –1.0, and +1.0 for three shots. shots. To select an EV setting for AEB photography: 1. Press > 2. Use the wheel dial or press to select an EV setting. 3. Press to confirm. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 50: White Balance
• Point the camera at a blank sheet of white paper or something similar. • Press to select Adjust. The camera will automatically detect the proper colors. Adjust 3. Press to confirm setting. Cancel Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 51: Iso
Detects the exposure based on the center Spot spot in the subject area. To select a metering option: 1. Press > Metering 2. Use the wheel dial or press to select a metering option. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 52: Flash Ev
Vivid Green The image becomes bluish. Vivid Blue To select an effect: 1. Press > Color Mode 2. Use the wheel dial or press to select a color mode option. 3. Press to confirm setting. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 53: Continuous Shooting Mode
Multi-shot 16 Captures 16 shots at 30 fps and combines them on a single picture. 1. Press > Continuous Shooting 2. Use the wheel dial or press to select Multi-shot 16 3. Press to confirm setting. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 54: Speedy Burst 120Fps
3. Press to confirm setting. 4. Press the shutter to capture continuous shots. Shooting ends when the camera reaches the maximum number of photos. The image size is automatically set to QVGA (640 x 480). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 55: Using The Camera Menu
Quality Icon Description Icon Description Super Fine Fine To select an image quality: 1. Press > > Quality 2. Press to enter the submenu. 3. Use the wheel dial or press to select a setting. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 56: Af Area
Adds extra light when the lighting is insufficient while capturing images. To enable the AF assist lamp: 1. Press > > AF Lamp 2. Press to enter the submenu. 3. Use the wheel dial or press to select Auto 4. Press to confirm setting. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 57: Optical Image Stabilizer)
Sets the saturation level of the image that will be captured. To set the saturation: 1. Press > > Saturation 2. Press to enter the submenu. 3. Use the wheel dial or press to select , or High Standard 4. Press to confirm setting. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 58: Contrast
Displays a preview of the still image for 1 second right after capturing it. To set the instant review: 1. Press > > Instant Review 2. Press to enter the submenu. 3. Use the wheel dial or press to select 4. Press to confirm setting. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 59: Motion Detection
3. Use the wheel dial or press to select Auto 4. Press to confirm setting. Q Key Customizes the Q key usage for specific shooting mode. See "Q key" on page Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 60: More On The Playback Mode
Zoom calendar view. 2012 01 3x3 thumbnail view 6x6 thumbnail view Calendar view 3. Press , or to select a file, and then press to view it in full screen. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 61: Playing Back A Panorama Image
Zoom 3. Press again to stop the playback. Deleting files Deletes one, selected, or all files (photos or videos) or delete voice memo attached on the files. See "Deleting files" on page 32 for details. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 62: Slideshow Playback
Single 6. A confirmation message appears on the screen. Press to select and press to confirm file protection. • A icon appears on the protected file. • Repeat Step 2~6 to protect other files. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... - Page 63 Cancel protection. You can remove the protection anytime by following the same procedure as shown above. Note that in Step 4 select Unlock All to unlock all files. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals...
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Page 64: Attaching Voice Memo
During audio recording, press to stop recording. Start Cancel • The maximum audio recording time is 30 seconds. • A icon appears on the file that is attached with voice memo. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 65: Setting Startup Image
Date Stamp On 6. Use the wheel dial or press to specify the number of copies. Slide the Zoom lever to to select whether you want to print the date stamp. 7. Press to confirm the setting. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 66: Trimming An Image
(increase the image size): VGA / 2M / 4M / 8M. 6. Press , or to locate the area you want to trim. 7. Press to trim the enlarged view. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 67: Resizing An Image
3. Press > > Photo Effect Rotate image Rotate im Fisheye Astral 4. Press to enter the submenu. Sketch 5. Use the wheel dial or press select the desired effect and press BACK confirm the selection. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 68: Removing Red-Eye
6. A confirmation message appears on the screen. Use the wheel dial or press to select to confirm the change and Save as save the image file. Save as Cancel Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 69: Rotating An Image
• To rotate the image 90° counter-clockwise, press or rotate the wheel dial to the left. SAVE ROTATE 6. Press to confirm the change and save the image file. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 70: Video Recording And Playback
3. Use the wheel dial or press to select 640 X 480p@120fps (1/ 4X, 3Mbps) or 1280x720p@60fps (1/2X, 8Mbps). 4. Press to confirm setting. 5. Press to exit the menu mode. 6. Press to start recording. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 71: Recording Fast-Motion Videos
1920x1080p@15fps (2X, 18Mbps). 4. Press to confirm setting. 5. Press to exit the menu mode. 6. Press to start recording. The display aspect ratio is automatically set to 16:9. 7. Press again to stop the recording. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 72: Using The Movie Menu
3. Use the wheel dial or press to select a setting. 4. Press to confirm setting. Recording a video at Full HD and HD mode requires a Class 4 or above SDHC card and the longest recording time is 25 minutes. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 73: Autofocus Mode
• To pause the playback, press . Press again to resume. 2012.01.01 2012.01.01 12:00 12:00 • To adjust the volume, use the lever. Zoom During the video playback, press and hold to fast forward or press and hold to rewind. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 74: Playing Back Slow-Motion Video Clips
"Recording fast-motion videos" on page 71) can be played back in fast motion at two times (2x) faster than normal playback speed. Recording 25 min Playback 12 min. 30 sec. The normal playback speed at 1x. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 75: Setup Menu
Sets the date and time. See "Setting date and time" on page Date & Time Selects a language for display menus and other information. See Language "Setting the OSD language" on page Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... - Page 76 Formats the internal memory or the Manage Format Memory memory card. Copies your files from the camera’s Copy to Card internal memory to a memory card. Switches orientation automatically when Auto Rotation rotating the LCD display. Disables auto-rotation feature. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals...
- Page 77 Resets the entire menu and button operation settings to initial Reset All default except the following settings: • setting Date & Time • setting Language • setting TV Format • setting Manual White Balance Displays the firmware version of the camera. Firmware Version Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals...
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Page 78: Working With Computer And Av System
. Click this icon to access the files Computer in your camera. When connecting the camera to a computer, please use the original accessory of the USB cable to avoid possible system conflicts and damage to the camera. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 79: Connecting The Camera To An Av System
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to operate the camera via the TV. Some TVs may not work with the TV remote control even the on-screen instructions are displayed on the camera. If this occurs, set HDMI control to Off and operate using the camera. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 80: Printing Images
: Select to configure the Print Index Print Index printing settings on the selected image. DPOF • : Select to print only the images with DPOF DPOF tag. See "Setting DPOF" on page 65 for details. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... - Page 81 • Press to select . Use the Copies Copies wheel dial or press to specify the number of copies. Date Stamp On Slide the Zoom lever to to enable/disable Date Stamp. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals...
- Page 82 Paper Size, desired paper size. • Press to select and press to select the desired Quality, print quality. 3. After all settings are complete, press to select and press Print to start printing. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals...
- Page 83 • If you connect the camera to your printer while the printer is still starting up, the camera will be automatically turned off. • Failure to follow the above procedure will make the camera show an error message. Please disconnect the camera and the camera will be automatically turned off. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals...
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Page 84: Troubleshooting And Service Information
Get closer to the subject and flash fired, the is greater than the flash's shoot. image is dark. effective range. The image is The exposure is excessive Reset exposure compensation. too bright or or inadequate. too dark. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... - Page 85 I cannot print The camera is connected to Connect the camera to the images with the printer when the printer, turn on the camera, and PictBridge- camera is powered off. then select Printer compliant printers. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals...
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Page 86: Technical Support
86 Troubleshooting and service information Technical support For technical assistance, free driver updates, product information, and news releases, visit the following web site: http://www.BenQ.com Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... -
Page 87: Specifications
Off / 10 sec. / 2 sec. / Smile detection Power Source CIPA approximately 260 (base on bundled Lithium-ion battery) Storage Type Built-in approx. 85MB (+-5%) SD (up to 4GB) / SDHC (up to 32GB) / SDXC (> 32GB) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals... - Page 88 USB Adapter / Neck Strap (optional) / Pouch (optional) / Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery / AV cable Available accessories depend on the actual items shipped and may vary from the list above. All information, designs, and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com BenQ Manuals...
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