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42L Series – Rev 1.2 P/N 160906-10 42L Series Programmable DC Load ADAPTIVE Power Systems Worldwide Supplier of Power Equipment Copyright 2014, Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS.
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PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK FOR HARDCOPY VERSIONS OF THIS DOCUMENT Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 2 of 88...
In Case of Malfunction .......................... 32 Load Connections ..........................33 Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 3 of 88...
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Overview ..............................79 SHORT Test ............................79 Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 4 of 88...
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13 RoHS Material Content Declaration ..................85 Index ............................... 86 Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 5 of 88...
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Table 9-1: Auto-Test Sequence Example Values ....................77 Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 6 of 88...
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Figure 9-1: Auto-Test Sequence Example Illustration ..................77 Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 7 of 88...
SECTION 1: CONTACT INFORMATION Contact Information AMERICA / CANADA Adaptive Power Systems Irvine, USA Phone: +1(949) 752-8400 Fax: +1 (949) 756-0838 Email: support@adaptivepower.com EUROPE Caltest Instruments Ltd. Guildford, United Kingdom Phone: +44(0)1483 302 700 Fax: +44(0)1483 300 562 Email: support@adaptivepower.com CHINA PPST Shanghai Co.
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Caution: Refer to this manual before this Product. Caution, risk of electric shock Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 10 of 88...
Do not operate the instrument in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 11 of 88...
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A more detailed explanation of each mode and under what condition each mode is most appropriate to use follows. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 13 of 88...
DC load control CURRENT loop. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 14 of 88...
Figure 3-1: Dynamic Current Wave Form Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 15 of 88...
See also section 5.13 “Load Current Slew Rate” on page 34. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 16 of 88...
(T-fall or T-rise) divided by the current slew rate, whichever is longer. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 17 of 88...
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12.8 µs. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 18 of 88...
Variable fan speed control for quieter operation Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 19 of 88...
Table 3-2: Included Accessories Figure 3-3: 42L Series Accessories Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 20 of 88...
Figure 3-5: Load and sense connections using banana plugs - insertion Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 21 of 88...
Refer to mainframe manual for list of available interface options. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 22 of 88...
Over Temperature (OT) +85° C / +185° F Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 23 of 88...
Supplied by 44M0X Mainframe Cooling Supplied by 44M0X Mainframe Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 24 of 88...
2000 meter / 6500 feet max. Operating EMC & Safety CE Mark Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 25 of 88...
Charts are shown by model on following pages. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 26 of 88...
SECTION 4: TECHNICAL SPECIFCIATIONS 4.10.1 Model 42L0860 V-I Curves Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 27 of 88...
SECTION 4: TECHNICAL SPECIFCIATIONS 4.10.2 Model 42L0824 V-I Curves Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 28 of 88...
SECTION 4: TECHNICAL SPECIFCIATIONS 4.10.3 Model 42L0803 V-I Curves Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 29 of 88...
Refer to Figure 5-3 on next page for an illustration. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 30 of 88...
To install a new of different module in an available slot, follow the removal procedure in reverse order. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 31 of 88...
Adaptive Power Systems or its authorized representative to arrange for service. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 32 of 88...
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This can significantly improve the test quality, thoroughness and efficiency. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 34 of 88...
SECTION 5: TECHNICAL SPECIFCIATIONS There are two load current ranges in 42L Series Load, Range I and Range II, the Rise and Fall slews rate range for both current ranges is specified in Section 4.1, “Technical Specifications” on page 23.
The power ON/OFF switch is found in the lower left corner. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 36 of 88...
The operating theorem of CC, CR, CV and CP mode is described in Section 3.2, “Operating Modes”. There are two programming ranges in CC, CR, CV and CP mode respectively; the 42L Series load can adjust to the optimal range automatically according to the programmed load level. The range selection criteria are described below for each operating mode.
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Remote LCD annunciator is OFF Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 38 of 88...
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When over current protect is tripped: Display shows [OCP]. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 39 of 88...
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Selects channel A or B of the load module. Settings made apply to the selected channel only. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 40 of 88...
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Range II. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 41 of 88...
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5 digit LCD display. The unit is "W" and the "W" will be lit as well. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 42 of 88...
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For additional information on using the NG mode, refer to section 6.4, “ Testing ”. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 43 of 88...
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"W". The W_Hi set range is from 0.00W to 250.00W. Adjust in 0.01W steps by rotating the dial. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 44 of 88...
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For additional information on using the DYNAMIC mode, refer to section 3.3, ”Static versus Dynamic Operating Modes”. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 45 of 88...
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0.050 ms to 9999 ms. Adjust in 0.001ms steps by rotating the dial. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 46 of 88...
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LOAD ON and LOAD OFF, make the LOAD OFF adjustment first. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 47 of 88...
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Use the dial to toggle between "+ LOAD" or "-LOAD" settings. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 48 of 88...
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“CONTI” until the “START/STOP” key is pressed to stop the short test. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 49 of 88...
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Note: The V-Hi and V-Lo parameters of the SHORT test are different from the V-Hi and V-Lo settings of the LIMIT function. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 50 of 88...
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“PRESS” on the middle 5-digit LCD display and shows “START” on the bottom 5-digit LCD display. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 51 of 88...
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“PRESS” on middle 5-digit LCD display and shows “START” on the lower 5-digit LCD display. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 54 of 88...
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0.00W to the full scale of the CP mode specification. The setting is by rotating the dial. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 55 of 88...
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Press any key to return to normal mode LCD display. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 56 of 88...
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Right Cursor key: Moves the flashing digit over to the right by one position. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 57 of 88...
Table 6-1: Front Panel Display and Keyboard Functions Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 58 of 88...
Figure 6-3: Operation Flow Chart - 42L Series Load Module Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 59 of 88...
Figure 6-4: LIMIT Test in CC Mode Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 60 of 88...
Figure 6-6: LIMIT Test in CR Mode Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 61 of 88...
Figure 6-8: LIMIT Test in CP Mode Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 62 of 88...
Table 6-3: Model 42L0860 – CH B - Power-on Settings Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 63 of 88...
Table 6-5: Model 42L0803 Power-on Settings Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 64 of 88...
7.1.2 Y-hook / Spade Lug Terminals Included in the 42L series load module ship kit is a set of four (4) spade lug-type terminals. These can be used to crimp on to stripped wire ends of an EUT. Hook-type terminals provide good contacting characteristics.
Figure 7-1: Doubling wire size using spade lugs Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 66 of 88...
Notes: AWG ratings are based on MIL-W-5088B, Metric size ratings are based on IEC Publications. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 67 of 88...
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Table 7-2: Multiple Output DC Supply Polarity Connection Figure 7-2. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 69 of 88...
Figure 7-3: DC Load Connection with External Voltage Sense Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 70 of 88...
NOT allowed under any circumstance. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 71 of 88...
Figure 7-5: Zero Volt Load Connection Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 72 of 88...
When an over power condition has occurred, the digital current meter's LCD display will indicate "OPP". Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 73 of 88...
DC source immediately and make the correct connections. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 74 of 88...
14. Press STORE to confirm the sequence edit. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation ManualPage 75 of 88...
5. Press auto-sequence or EXIT at any time to abort an auto-test sequence. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation ManualPage 76 of 88...
1000 ms Table 9-1: Auto-Test Sequence Example Values Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation ManualPage 77 of 88...
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DC source can supply the programmed load currents. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation ManualPage 78 of 88...
* if 500 is replaced with 0 the short test is continuous until STOP command Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual...
Ask OPP watt value STOP Stop OPP testing Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 80 of 88...
Ask OCP current value STOP Stop OCP testing. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 81 of 88...
SECTION 10: REMOTE PROGRAMMING 10 Remote Control Programming 10.1 Overview Program command syntax for all 4 Series load modules is contained in the 44M0X mainframe operation manuals. Refer to any of the 44M01, 44M02 or44M04 operating manuals for the 4 Series mainframe: Mainframe model 44M01: P/N 160901-10 Mainframe model 44M02: P/N 160902-10 Mainframe model 44M04: P/N 160904-10...
Adaptive Power Systems company location. Refer to Section 1, “Contact Information”. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual...
Irvine, California, 92649, USA Mark of Compliance Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 84 of 88...
Example of marking for a 10 year period. Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual Page 85 of 88...
Weight ................25 Installation ..........9, 21, 30, 31, 58 Entire Contents Copyright 2014 by Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) • All Rights Reserved • No reproduction without written authorization from APS. 42L Series Modular DC Load Operation Manual...
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