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GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 – 2013-10-22...
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GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 APPLICABILITY TABLE PRODUCT GE910-GNSS GE910-QUAD GE910-QUAD V3 Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 2 of 83 Mod. 0805 2011-07 Rev.2...
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GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE Notice While reasonable efforts have been made to assure the accuracy of this document, Telit assumes no liability resulting from any inaccuracies or omissions in this document, or from use of the information obtained herein.
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GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 Usage and Disclosure Restrictions License Agreements The software described in this document is the property of Telit and its licensors. It is furnished by express license agreement only and may be used only in accordance with the terms of such an agreement.
Hardware Commands..............................17 4.1. Turning ON the GE910 ............................17 4.2. Turning OFF the GE910 ............................21 4.3. HW Unconditional Shutdown on GE910 ....................... 23 Power Supply ................................. 25 5.1. Power Supply Requirements ..........................25 5.2. Power Consumption ............................... 26 5.2.1.
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12.6. ADC Converter ..............................64 12.6.1. Description ..............................64 12.6.2. Using ADC Converter ........................... 64 Mounting the GE910 on your Board........................65 13.1. General ................................... 65 13.2. Module finishing & dimensions ..........................65 13.3. Recommended foot print for the application ......................66 13.4.
1.1. Scope The aim of this document is the description of some hardware solutions useful for developing a product with the Telit GE910 module. 1.2. Audience This document is intended for Telit customers, who are integrators, about to implement their applications using our GE910 modules.
Chapter 2: “Overview” provides an overview of the document. Chapter 3: “GE910 Module Connections” deals with the pin out configuration and layout. Chapter 4: “Hardware Commands” How to operate on the module via hardware. Chapter 5: “Power supply” Power supply requirements and general design rules.
GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 1.5. Text Conventions Danger – This information MUST be followed or catastrophic equipment failure or bodily injury may occur. Caution or Warning – Alerts the user to important points about integrating the module, if these points are not followed, the module and end user equipment may fail or malfunction.
Telit GE910 module. For further hardware details that may not be explained in this document refer to the Telit GE910 Product Description document where all the hardware information is reported.
CMOS 1.8V Values 0 to 1.3V ADC_IN1 Analog to Digital converter input 0 to 1.2V on GE910-QUAD V3 DIGITAL IO Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 11 of 83 Mod. 0805 2011-07 Rev.2...
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GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 GPIO_01 GPIO_01 / STAT_LED CMOS 1.8V Alternate Function STATUS LED GPIO_02 GPIO_02 CMOS 1.8V GPIO_03 GPIO_03 CMOS 1.8V GPIO_04 GPIO_04 CMOS 1.8V GPIO_05 GPIO_05 / RFTXMON CMOS 1.8V Alternate Function RFTXMON GPIO_06 GPIO_06 CMOS 1.8V...
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GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 Ground Power Ground Power Ground Power Ground Power Ground Power Ground Power Ground Power Ground Power Ground Power Ground Power Ground Power Ground Power Ground Power Ground Power Ground Power Ground Power Ground...
The pin defined as RES has to be considered RESERVED and not connected on any pin in the application. The related area on the application has to be kept empty. Pin G14; J14; K14; R7; R9 are available only on GE910-GNSS variant. Pin B15; C15; A13 are NOT available on GE910-QUAD V3 variant Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A.
Hardware Commands 4.1. Turning ON the GE910 To turn on the GE910 the pad ON-OFF* must be tied low for at least 5 seconds and then released. The maximum current that can be drained from the ON-OFF* pad is 0.2mA.
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NOTE: In order to avoid a back powering effect it is recommended to avoid having any HIGH logic level signal applied to the digital pins of the GE910 when the module is powered off or during an ON/OFF transition. Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 18 of 83 Mod.
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GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 The Flow chart showing the AT commands managing procedure is displayed below: Start AT CMD. DELAY > 300msec Enter AT<CR> AT init sequence. AT answer ‘OK’ into 1 sec ? HW unconditional SHUTDOWN MODEM ON Proc.
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GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 ON-OFF Circuit Examples: 1- If your system does not have Open Collector bus, use this interface: 2- Using a simple ON/OFF external switch: Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 20 of 83 Mod.
Either ways, the device issues a detach request to network informing that the device will not be reachable any more. To turn OFF the GE910 the pad ON-OFF* must be tied low for at least 2 seconds and then released.
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GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 The following flow chart shows the proper HW TURN OFF procedure: MODEM OFF Proc. WAIT > 1 Sec PWMON HIGH? ON_OFF = LOW WAIT > 2s ON_OFF = Z WAIT > 15s MODEM ON Proc.
Do not use any pull up resistor on the HW_SHUTDOWN* line or any totem pole digital output. Using pull up resistor may bring to latch up problems on the GE910 power regulator and improper functioning of the module. The line HW_SHUTDOWN* must be connected only in open collector configuration, since it is already internally pull-up to VBATT.
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NOTE: In order to avoid a back powering effect it is recommended to avoid having any HIGH logic level signal applied to the digital pins of the GE910 when the module is powered off or during an ON/OFF transition. Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 24 of 83 Mod.
GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 Power Supply The power supply circuitry and board layout are a very important part in the full product design and they strongly reflect on the product overall performances, hence read carefully the requirements and the guidelines that will follow for a proper design.
GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 5.2. Power Consumption The GE910 power consumptions are: GE910 Mode Average (mA) @3.8V Mode description GSM+GNSS SWITCHED OFF Module supplied but Switched Off Switched Off 100uA GSM mode only IDLE mode AT+CFUN=1 Normal mode: full functionality of the module Disabled TX and RX;...
GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 5.2.1. Power consumption Plots This document section is showing the typical Current consumption plots (using Agilent 66319D) in the normal working conditions of the module. GSM900 – Voice Call – Power level 5 Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A.
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GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 GSM900 – GPRS Call – Power level 5 - 1 Slot TX GSM900 – GPRS Call – Power level 5 - 2 Slot TX, 3 Slot RX Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 28 of 83 Mod.
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GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 DCS1800 – Voice Call – Power level 0 DCS1800 – GPRS Call – Power level 0 – 1 Slot TX Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 29 of 83...
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GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 PCS1900 – GPRS Call – Power level 0 - 2 Slot TX, 3 Slot RX Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 30 of 83 Mod. 0805 2011-07 Rev.2...
• A Bypass low ESR capacitor of adequate capacity must be provided in order to cut the current absorption peaks close to the GE910, a 100µF tantalum capacitor is usually suited. • Make sure the low ESR capacitor on the power supply output (usually a tantalum one) is rated at least 10V.
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A protection diode should be inserted close to the power input, in order to save the GE910 from power polarity inversion. This can be the same diode as for spike protection. An example of switching regulator with 12V input is in the below schematic: Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A.
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USED DIRECTLY since their maximum voltage can rise over the absolute maximum voltage for the GE910 and damage it. NOTE: DON'T USE any Ni-Cd, Ni-MH, and Pb battery types directly connected with GE910. Their use can lead to overvoltage on the GE910 and damage it. USE ONLY Li-Ion battery types. •...
GE910 antenna pad (LGA pad K1) by means of a transmission line implemented on the PCB. In the case the antenna is not directly connected at the antenna pad of the GE910, then a PCB line is needed in order to connect with it or with its connector.
Keep the antenna line far away from the GE910 power supply lines; • If EM noisy devices are present on the PCB hosting the GE910, such as fast switching ICs, take care of the shielding of the antenna line by burying it inside the layers of PCB and surround it with Ground planes, or shield it with a metal frame cover.
6.3. PCB Guidelines in case of FCC certification In the case FCC certification is required for an application using GE910, according to FCC KDB 996369 for modular approval requirements, the transmission line has to be similar to that implemented on GE910 interface board and described in the following chapter.
HP8753E VNA (Full-2-port calibration) has been used in this measurement session. A calibrated coaxial cable has been soldered at the pad corresponding to GE910 RF output; a SMA connector has been soldered to the board in order to characterize the losses of the transmission line including the connector itself.
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GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 Line input impedance (in Smith Chart format, once the line has been terminated to 50 Ω load) is shown in the following figure: Insertion Loss of G-CPW line plus SMA connector is shown below: Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A.
GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 6.4. GSM Antenna - Installation Guidelines • Install the antenna in a place covered by the GSM signal. • If the device antenna is located greater then 20cm from the human body and there are no co-located transmitter then the Telit FCC/IC approvals can be re-used by the end product •...
1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 Global Navigation Satellite System (GE910-GNSS) The GNSS part of GE910-GNSS module is a new age of receiver that can simultaneously search and track satellite signals from multiple satellite constellations. This multi-GNSS receiver uses the entire spectrum of GNSS systems available: GPS, Glonass, Galileo and QZSS.
GPS antenna. If the antenna cannot be located near the GE910, then an active antenna (i.e. an antenna with a built-in low noise amplifier) can be used. Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 43 of 83 Mod.
GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 7.4.1. RF Signal Requirements Thanks to the internal LNA it amplifies the GNSS signals and provides enough gain for the receiver to use a passive antenna. A very low noise design is utilized to provide maximum sensitivity.
7.4.5. Active versus Passive Antenna If the GPS antenna is placed near the GE910 and the RF traces losses are not excessive (nominally 1 dB), then a passive antenna can be used. This would normally be the lowest cost option and most of the time the simplest to use. However, if the antenna needs to be located away from the GE910 then an active antenna may be required to obtain the best system performance.
7.4.8. External LNA Gain and Noise Figure The module GE910-GNSS can be used with an external LNA such as what might be found in an active antenna. Because of the internal LNA, the overall gain (including signal losses past the external LNA) should not exceed 14 dB.
7.4.10. External LNA Enable The GE910 is already provided by an internal LNA. In case the Application needs to include an additional LNA stage, the module is provided by a digital signal usable to enable the power supply of the external amplifier. The signal is set to High only when the GPS receiver is active.
1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 Logic Level Specifications Where not specifically stated, all digital interface circuits work at 1.8V CMOS logic levels. The following table shows the logic level specifications used in the GE910 interface circuits: Absolute Maximum Ratings -Not Functional Parameter Input level on any digital pin -0.3V...
GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 USB Port The GE910 includes one integrated universal serial bus (USB) transceiver USB 2.0 FS. Note: NOT supported on GE910-QUAD V3. 9.1. USB 2.0 FS This port is compliant with the USB 2.0 FS (Full Speed) specifications.
UART 5V or other voltages different from 1.8V The serial port on the GE910 is a +1.8V CMOS UART with all the 8 RS232 signals. It differs from the PC-RS232 in the signal polarity (RS232 is reversed) and levels.
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According to V.24, RX/TX signal names are referred to the application side, therefore on the GE910 side these signal are on the opposite direction: TXD on the application side will be connected to the receive line (here named TXD/ rx_uart ) of the GE910 serial port and vice versa for RX.
1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 10.2. RS232 level translation In order to interface the GE910 with a PC com port or a RS232 (EIA/TIA-232) application a level translator is required. This level translator must: • invert the electrical signal in both directions;...
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GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 An example of RS232 level adaptation circuitry could be done using a MAXIM transceiver (MAX218). In this case the chipset is capable to translate directly from 0/1.8V to the RS232 levels (Example done on 4 signals only).
GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 Audio Section Overview The audio paths are: • Digital Voice Interface (DVI). • Analog Front-End. 11.1. Digital Voice Interface (DVI) 11.1.1. DVI Electrical Connections The product is providing the Digital Audio Interface (DVI) on the following Pins:...
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GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 Vmic ÷10K 100n MIC+ 2÷5v ÷10u INPUT 2.2K 100n MIC- 33pF 33pF TELIT MODULE If a "balanced way" is anyway desired, much more care has to be taken to Vmic noise and ground noise; also the 33pF-100Ohm-33pF П-RF filter has to be doubled (one each wire).
GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 11.2.2. LINE-IN connection 100n MIC+ 33pF 33pF INPUT 100n MIC- 33pF 33pF LINE_IN+1 Remote_GND TELIT MODULE 100n MIC+ 33pF 33pF INPUT 100n MIC- 33pF 33pF LINE_IN+ LINE_IN- TELIT MODULE If the audio source is not a mike but a different device, the following connections can be done.
EAR- TELIT MODULE The audio output of the GE910 is balanced, this is helpful to double the level and to reject common mode (click and pop are common mode and therefore rejected); furthermore the output stage is class-D, so it can manage directly a loudspeaker with electrical impedance of at least 8Ohm.
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GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 EAR+ OUTPUT EAR- TELIT MODULE L-C filtering for LOW impedance load. EAR+ OUTPUT EAR- TELIT MODULE HiZ CIRCUITRY R-C filtering for HIGH impedance load. Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 58 of 83 Mod.
Output pads: can be written, set the output value of the pad, and read. Alternate function pad: internally controlled by the GE910 firmware and acts depend on implemented function. The following table shows the available GPIO on the GE910.
NOTE: In order to avoid a back powering effect it is recommended to avoid having any HIGH logic level signal applied to the digital pins of the GE910 when the module is powered off or during an ON/OFF transition. 12.2.
Indication of network service availability The STAT_LED pin status shows information on the network service availability and Call status. In the GE910 modules, the STAT_LED usually needs an external transistor to drive an external LED. Therefore, the status indicated in the following table is reversed with respect to the pin status.
GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 12.4. RTC Bypass out The VRTC pin brings out the Real Time Clock supply, which is separate from the rest of the digital part, allowing having only RTC going on when all the other parts of the device are off.
GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 Mounting the GE910 on your Board 13.1. General The GE910 modules have been designed in order to be compliant with a standard lead-free SMT process. 13.2. Module finishing & dimensions The GE910 overall dimensions are: •...
13.3. Recommended foot print for the application In order to easily rework the GE910 is suggested to consider on the application a 1.5mm Inhibit area around the module. It is also suggested, as common rule for an SMT component, to avoid having a mechanical part of the application in direct contact with the module.
GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 13.4. Stencil Stencil’s apertures layout can be the same of the recommended footprint (1:1), we suggest a thickness of stencil foil ≥ 120µm. 13.5. PCB pad design Non solder mask defined (NSMD) type is recommended for the solder pads on the PCB.
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GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 It is not recommended to place via or micro-via not covered by solder resist in an area of 0.3 mm around the pads unless it carries the same signal of the pad itself (see following figure).
GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 13.7. Solder paste Lead free Sn/Ag/Cu Solder paste We recommend using only “no clean” solder paste in order to avoid the cleaning of the modules after assembly. 13.7.1. GE910 Solder reflow Recommended solder reflow profile...
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NOTE: All temperatures refer to topside of the package, measured on the package body surface WARNING: The GE910 module withstands one reflow process only. Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 70 of 83...
• Package on tray 14.1. Packing on Reel The GE910 can be packaged on reels of 200 pieces each. See figure for module positioning into the carrier. 14.1.1. Carrier Tape Detail Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 71 of 83 Mod.
GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 14.1.2. Reel Detail Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 72 of 83 Mod. 0805 2011-07 Rev.2...
GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 14.1.3. Packaging Detail Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 73 of 83 Mod. 0805 2011-07 Rev.2...
14.2. Packing on tray The GE910 modules are packaged on trays of 20 pieces each. These trays can be used in SMT processes for pick & place handling. Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 74 of 83 Mod.
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GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 75 of 83 Mod. 0805 2011-07 Rev.2...
GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 14.3. Moisture sensibility The level of moisture sensibility of the Product is “3”, according with standard IPC/JEDEC J- STD-020, take care of all the relative requirements for using this kind of components. Moreover, the customer has to take care of the following conditions: a) The shelf life of the Product inside of the dry bag must be 12 months from the bag seal date, when stored in a non-condensing atmospheric environment of <40°C / 90% RH...
GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 Conformity Assessment Issues European Union - Directive 1999/5/EC The GE910-QUAD module has been evaluated against the essential requirements of the 1999/5/EC Directive. Bulgarian С настоящето Telit Communications S.p.A. декларира, че Quad Band GSM/GPRS module отговаря...
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Härmed intygar Telit Communications S.p.A. att denna Quad Band GSM/GPRS module står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG. In order to satisfy the essential requirements of 1999/5/EC Directive, GE910-QUAD module is compliant with the following standards: RF spectrum use (R&TTE art. 3.2) EN 301 511 V9.0.2;...
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The full declaration of conformity can be found on the following address: http://www.telit.com/ There is no restriction for the commercialisation of the GE910-QUAD module in all the countries of the European Union. Final product integrating this module must be assessed against essential requirements of the 1999/5/EC (R&TTE) Directive.
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GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 FCC/IC Regulatory notices Modification statement Telit has not approved any changes or modifications to this device by the user. Any changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Telit n’approuve aucune modification apportée à l’appareil par l’utilisateur, quelle qu’en soit la nature.
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GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 FCC Class B digital device notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
GE910 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300962 Rev.12 2013-10-22 SAFETY RECOMMANDATIONS READ CAREFULLY Be sure the use of this product is allowed in the country and in the environment required. The use of this product may be dangerous and has to be avoided in the following areas:...
Updated GNSS features, Pin-out, DVI, Power Consumptions plots, Reel Packaging Rev.10 2013-03-25 Updated the default NMEA speed to 115200; some fields on GNSS variant. Rev.11 2013-03-26 Updated with GE910-QUAD V3 variant; Rev.11bis 2013-10-15 Updated Chapter 15 with correct antenna gain values and Labelling Requirements for the Host device Rev.12...
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