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If using a screen saver, set it to active screen mode. The images here are for reference only, and are not applicable in all cases (or countries). Model SyncMaster 225MD Important to read and understand at all times Disconnect the plug from the outlet Ground to prevent an electric shock...
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Do not use a damaged or loose plug. This may cause electric shock or fire. Do not pull the plug out by the wire nor touch the plug with wet hands. This may cause electric shock or fire. Use only a properly grounded plug and receptacle. An improper ground may cause electric shock or equipment damage.
Installation Be sure to contact location with heavy dust, high or low temperatures, high humidity, and exposed to chemical substances and where it operates for 24 hours such as at airports, train stations etc. Failure to do so may cause serious damage to your monitor. Place your monitor in a location with low humidity and a minimum of dust.
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Any increase in the internal temperature may cause fire. Put down the monitor carefully. Failing to do so may damage the monitor. Do not place the monitor face down. This may damage the TFT-LCD surface. The installation of the bracket must be done by a qualified professional. Installing the bracket by unqualified personnel may result in injury.
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Do not use any chemicals such as wax, benzene, alcohol, thinners, insecticide, air freshener, lubricant or detergent. Contact the SAMSUNG customer care center or Customer Center for interior cleaning once a year. Keep the product's interior clean. Dust which has accumulated in the interior over an extended period of time may cause a malfunction or fire.
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If your monitor does not operate normally - in particular, if there is any unusual sound or smell coming from the monitor - unplug it immediately and contact an authorized dealer or the Service Center. This may cause electric shock or fire. Keep the product away from places exposed to oil, smoke or moisture;...
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Never insert anything metallic into the monitor openings. This may cause electric shock, fire or injury. Do not insert metal objects such as chopsticks, wire and tools or inflammable objects such as paper or matches into the vent, headphone port or AV ports or etc.
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Place the product out of children's reach, as they could damage by hanging onto it. A falling product may cause injury to the person or even fatality. When not using the product for an extended period of time, keep the product unplugged.
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height so that the top of the monitor is slightly below eye level. Adjust the monitor angle so that there is no reflected light on the screen.Try to maintain your arms perpendicular to your armpits. Keep your arms level with the back of your hands. Keep the angle of the elbow perpendicular.
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- The 5ms response speed allows you to enjoy clearer and faster broadcasts. Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, Contact a local dealer Unpacking Model SyncMaster 225MD contact your dealer. to buy optional items.
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Without Stand With Stand Manual Warranty Card Quick Setup Guide User's Guide, Monitor Driver (Not available in all locations) Cable D-Sub Cable Stereo Cable Power Cord Other Remote Control Batteries (AAA X 2) Cleaning Cloth Sold separately...
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TV Antenna Cable RCA Cable (Video-Yellow, Component(P , Y) Cable (Coaxial Cable) Audio-Red and White) S-VIDEO Cable Earphones/Headphones SCART Cable DVI Cable DVI to HDMI cable HDMI Cable Digital audio optical output RCA to stereo (for PC) cable cable This is an accessory that can be added depending on the model. Front 1.
1. TV/DTV This button is used to switch between normal and DTV broadcasting signals. [TV] → [DTV] >>Click here to see an animation clip 2. PIP - Available in PC/DVI Mode In PC mode, turns on Video or TV screens in PIP mode. 3.
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Rear (The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.) POWER DVI/PC IN / HDMI/PC/DVI-D AUDIO IN COMPONENT IN Connect the power cord for your monitor to the POWER on the back of the monitor. This product may be used with 100 ~ 240VAC(+/- 10%).
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ANT IN HDMI IN / DIGITAL AUDIO OUT(OPTICAL) EXT(RGB) / SERVICE Connect the CATV cable or TV antenna cable to the "ANT IN" port on the rear side of the monitor. Make sure to use a TV antenna cable (sold separately) as the antenna cable.
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COMMON INTERFACE 10. S-VIDEO / VIDEO / R - AUDIO - L Connecting the monitor for further information regarding cable connections. The Kensington lock is a device used to physically fix the system when using it in a public place. (The locking device has to be purchased separately.) For using a locking device, contact where you...
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Remote Control The performance of the remote control may be affected by a TV or other electronic device operated near the monitor, causing malfunction due to interference with frequency. POWER Turns the monitor On/Off. 2. Number button Selects TV channels in the TV mode. Used to change channels when PIP is selected and the PIP SOURCE is set to TV.
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5. CH LIST It display "Channel List" on the screen. Adjusts the audio volume. MENU Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu or closes the adjustment menu. MUTE Press to mute the sound temporarily. Displayed on the bottom left of the screen. Press the MUTE button again to cancel the Mute function.
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Then press the button again to circle through available preconfigured modes. ( Dynamic → Standard → Movie → Custom ) PC / DVI Mode : M/B ( MagicBright™ ) MagicBright™ is a new feature providing the optimum viewing environment depending on the contents of the image you are watching.
[DVI-D] Connect the HDMI / PC / DVI-D AUDIO IN port on the rear side of the monitor to the sound card of the Turn on both your computer and the monitor. 2. Connecting to a Macintosh Model SyncMaster 225MD...
1. Using the D-sub (Analog) connector on the video card. Connect the signal cable to the D-SUB port on the Macintosh computer. [PC] 2. Turn on the monitor and Macintosh. Connecting to Other devices This monitor allows the user to connect it to such input devices as a DVD player, a VCR or camcorder, or a DTV or TV without disconnecting the PC.
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2. Connect the the AUDIO OUT port of DVD/VCR/Camcoder to the R-AUDIO-L port of the monitor. 3. Then, start the DVD, VCR or Camcorders with a DVD disc or tape inserted. 4. Select AV or S-Video using the SOURCE. 2. Connecting EXT.(RGB) - It only applies to AV DEVICE that supports SCART. Connect to the DVD Devices input if the device has a EXT (RGB) jack.
3. Select TV using the TV/DTV. 4. Select a desired TV channel. Is weak signal causing poor reception? Purchase and install a signal amplifier for better reception. 4. Connecting DVD/DTV Set Top Box Connect to the DVD/DTVSet Top Box input if the device has a DVD/DTV connector. You can watch Component simply by hooking up the Component with the monitor as long as the power is 1.
HDMI cable. 2. Then, start the DVD with a DVD disc inserted. 3. Select HDMI using the SOURCE button. 6. Connecting Using a DVI to HDMI Cable 1. Connect the DVI output terminal of a digital output device to the HDMI IN terminal of the monitor using a DVI to HDMI cable.
2. Set the Internal Mute On in the Sound menu using the MENU button. 3. Adjust the sound volume using the Volume button of your amplifier 4. If the connections are set up, power up your monitor and amplifier. Because no sound is emitted from the monitor, you need to use an amplifier. For information on how to connect a speaker and amplifier, refer to the respective user manuals provided by their manufacturers.
1. Connect your headphones to the Headphone connection terminal. Using the Stand This monitor supports various types of VESA-standard bases. You need to either fold or remove the base in use in order to install a VESA base. 1. Folding the base The monitor may be reclined from -1 to 23 degrees.
Samsung is not liable for these kinds of accidents. Samsung is not liable for product damage or personal injury when a non-VESA or non-specified wall mount is used or the consumer fails to follow the product installation instructions.
This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo,and this installation don't damage your system.The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor Homepage. http://www.samsung.com/ 5. Monitor driver installation is completed. Installing the monitor driver (Manual) Windows Vista When prompted by the operating system for the monitor driver, insert the CD-ROM included with this monitor.
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"Continue". This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage your system. The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage. http://www.samsung.com/ 6. Click "Update Driver…" in the "Driver" tab. Check the "Browse my computer for driver software" checkbox and click "Let me pick from a...
8. Click "Have Disk…" and select the folder (for example, D:\Drive) where the driver setup file is located, and click "OK". 9. Select the model that matches your monitor from the list of monitor models on the screen, and click "Next". 10.
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3. Click "Display" icon and choose the "Settings" tab then click "Advanced..". 4. Click the "Properties" button on the "Monitor" tab and select "Driver" tab. 5. Click "Update Driver.." and select "Install from a list or.." then click "Next" button. 6.
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8. If you can see following message window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button. Then click "OK" button. This monitor driver is under certified MS logo,and this installation doesn't damage your system.The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor Homepage. http://www.samsung.com/ 9. Click the "Close" button then click "OK" button continually.
10. Monitor driver installation is completed. ® ® Microsoft Windows 2000 Operating System When you can see "Digital Signature Not Found" on your monitor, follow these steps. 1. Choose "OK" button on the "Insert disk" window. 2. Click the "Browse" button on the "File Needed" window. 3.
Linux Operating System To execute X-Window, you need to make the X86Config file, which is a type of system setting file. 1. Press Enter at the first and the second screen after executing the X86Config file. 2. The third screen is for setting your mouse. 3.
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- You can switch between TV and DTV modes by pressing the TV/DTV button. 1) PC 2) DVI 3) TV 4) Ext. 5) AV 6) S-Video Model : DTV : Ext. : AV : S-Video SyncMaster 225MD : Component : HDMI Play / Stop...
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7) Component 8) HDMI 9) DTV When external AV devices such as VCRs or DVDs are connected to the monitor, PIP allows you to watch video from those devices in a small window super-imposed on the PC Video signal. (Off / On) - Available in PC / DVI Mode Only 1) PIP : Turn the PIP Screen on or off.
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Available Mode : PC / DVI : TV The default setting may be different depending on the selected Input Mode (input signal SOURCE selected in External Input List) and the selected resolution. Description MagicBright™ MagicBright™ is a new feature providing the optimum viewing environment depending on the contents of the image you are watching.
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4) Custom Colour Adjusts the individual R, G, B Colour Controls. Control 1) R-Gain 2) G-Gain 3) B-Gain If you adjust picture by using Colour Control function, Colour Tone will turn to the Custom mode. Image Lock Image Lock is used to fine-tune and get the best image by removing noise that creates unstable images with jitter and shimmer.
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Available Mode : PC / DVI : TV The default setting may be different depending on the selected Input Mode (input signal SOURCE selected in External Input List) and the selected resolution. Description Mode The Monitor has four automatic picture settings ("Dynamic", "Standard", "Movie", and "Custom") that are preset at the factory.
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2) 16:9 3) Zoom1 4) Zoom2 5) 4:3 Digital NR - Digital Noise Reduction. You can turn the Noise Elimination feature Off / Low / Medium / High / Auto. The Digital Noise Elimination feature allows you to enjoy clearer and crisper images.
: Choose Music when watching music videos or concerts. 3) Movie : Choose Movie when viewing movies. 4) Speech : Choose Speech when watching a show that is mostly dialogue (i.e., news). 5) Custom : Choose Custom if you want to adjust the settings according to personal preference.
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Available Mode : PC / DVI : TV The default setting may be different depending on the selected Input Mode (input signal SOURCE selected in External Input List) and the selected resolution. Description Country Select the country in which the product is being used before you use the Auto Store feature.
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blocking certain broadcast or video programs. The Child Lock feature can be selected only from the remote. Sort It's used to exchange the numbers of two channels. If channel name information is broadcast when you store the channels either Name manually or automatically, the names are assigned to the channels directly.
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Transparency 1) High 2) Medium 3) Low 4) Opaque Blue Screen If no signal is being received or the signal is very weak, a blue screen automatically replaces the noisy picture background. If you wish to continue viewing the poor picture, you must set the "Blue screen" mode to "Off". HDMI Black When a DVD or set-top box is connected to your TV via HDMI, it may cause Level...
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Starting Channel The company does not guarantee the normal operation of the DTV menu for countries other than the 6 supported countries (United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Austria) because only these country standards are supported. In addition, when the country of the broadcast stream differs from the country selected by the current user, the string appearing in the channel banner, Info, Guide, Channel Manager, etc.
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Starting Channel ◈ Updating the Channel List Automatically You can update the channel list when the broadcaster adds new Services or if you move the TV to a new location. 1. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. 2.
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6. Press the EXIT button to exit. - Add You can use this function when one or more favourite channels have been selected. 1. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button.
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◈ Selecting Channel List You can exclude the channels you have chosen from the channels you have scanned.When you scan through the stored channels, those you have chosen to skip are not displayed. All channels that you do not specifically choose to skip are displayed during scanning.
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While viewing a channel, additional information about the current programme may be displayed. 1. While viewing a programme, press the INFO button The programme information is displayed. 2. To exit from banner information, press the INFO button.
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Starting Channel ◈ Viewing the EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) Information The EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) information is provided by the broadcasters. Programme entries may appear blank or out of date as a result of the information broadcast on a given channel. The display will dynamically update as soon as new information becomes available.
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Teletext, Languages of Subtitle or Teletext, and brief summary of the highlighted programme are included on the detailed information. "..." will be appeared if the summary is long. Six channels are displayed. To scroll between channels, move to a channel using the page, use the P button.
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1. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the ENTER button again, to select "Guide". 3. Select the your required guide ("Now & Next Guide" or "Full Guide") by pressing the button. 4. Press the ENTER button. 5.
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Starting Channel Menu Transparency Parental Lock ◈ Adjusting the Menu Translucency You can set the translucency of the menu. 1. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 3.
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1. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 3. Press the button to select "Subtitle ", then press the ENTER button. 4. Select "On" by pressing the button.
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5. Press the EXIT button to exit. ◈ Viewing Product Information You can view your product information. For service or repair, please contact a Samsung approved dealer. 1. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.
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Press the ENTER button, then the current software version is shown. To display the software version information, press the ENTER button again. - Manual Upgrade Press the ENTER button to search for new software from the currently broadcasting channels. - Standby Mode Upgrade : On / Off Press the ENTER button.
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2. Press the button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 3. Press the button to select "System", then press the ENTER button. 4. Press the button to select "Common Interface", then press the ENTER button 5. Select to "CI Menu" by pressing the button.
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Starting Channel ◈ Selecting the Preferred Language (Audio, Subtitle or Teletext) You can change the default value for subtitle, audio teletext languages. Displays the language information for the incoming stream. 1. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. 2.
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If the vertical resolution is not optimum mode, you can still see the display but the warning message below appears and disappears after one minute. The user must adjust the frequency within that one minute. Model service center Display Adapter Driver SyncMaster 225MD...
Finish. Do not use benzene, thinner or other flammable substances, or a wet cloth. We recommend a Samsung cleansing agent is used to prevent damage to the screen. Never use acetone, benzene or thinner. (They may cause flaws or deformation of the screen surface.) The user will be required to pay costs and related expenses for repair of damages caused by him/her.
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the information in this section to see if you can remedy any problems yourself. If you do need assistance, please call the phone number on the Information section or contact your Installation Screen Audio Remote Control 1. Problems related to Installation Problems related to the monitor installation and their solutions are listed.
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dark shadows. White color is poor. Power Indicator blinks green. Screen is blank and power indicator light is steady green or blinks every 0.5 or 1 seconds The screen is blank and is blinking. 3. Problems related to Audio Problems related to audio signals and their solutions are listed below. Problems No sound The sound level is too low.
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How can I set the Power Saving function? How can I clean the outer case/LCD Panel? * Contact the video card manufacturer for details. Windows XP : Set the resolution in the Control Panel→Appearance and Themes→Display→Screen Saver . Set the function in the BIOS-SETUP of the computer. (Refer to Windows/Computer Manual).
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General General Model Name SyncMaster 225MD LCD Panel Size 22" Wide diagonal (55 cm) Display area 473.76 mm(H) x 296.1 mm(V) Pixel Pitch 0.282 mm(H) x 0.282 mm(V) Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color 16.7 M...
Humidity: 5% to 95%, Non-condensing Power saving mode Blue Blue, Blinking Less than 1 W ® ® Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this ® guidelines for energy efficiency. Power off EPA/ENERGY 2000 Black Less than 1 W compliant and ENERGY2000...
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If the signal transferred from the computer is the same as the following Preset Timing Modes, the screen will be adjusted automatically. However, if the signal differs, the screen may go blank while the power LED is on. Refer to the video card manual and adjust the screen as follows. Table 1.
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Input Source Supported Systems AV(CVBS) NTSC-3.58, NTSC-4.43, PAL 60, PAL, SECAM S-VIDEO NTSC-3.58, NTSC-4.43, PAL 60, PAL, SECAM NTSC-3.58, NTSC-4.43, PAL 60, PAL, SECAM, RGB B,G,D,K,I TV(Analog) SECAM L/L', D,K DVB-T...
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Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) ARGENTINE 0800-333-3733 BRAZIL 4004-0000 CHILE 800-726-7864 (SAMSUNG) COLOMBIA 01-8000112112 COSTA RICA...
TAIWAN 0800-329-999 VIETNAM 1 800 588 889 SOUTH AFRICA 0860 7267864 (SAMSUNG) U.A.E 800SAMSUNG (7267864) 8000-4726 Terms Sync Signal Sync (Synchronized) Signals refer to the standard signals that are required to display desired colors on the monitor. They are divided into Vertical and Horizontal Sync Signals. These signals display normal color images by the set resolution and frequency.
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Channel Fine Tuning This feature allows the viewer to fine-tune the TV channel to obtain the best viewing conditions. The Samsung LCD TV has both automatic and manual channel fine-tuning features to enable the viewer to adjust their desired settings.
organization that has been organized to promote its development and management. EIAJ Electronic Industries Association of Japan. DVI is the acronym for Digital Video Interface. It is a new type of video interface technology that provides the maximum screen quality for high quality display devices and high-end graphics cards including flat panel LCD monitors.
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Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is strictly forbidden. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
PRODUCT INFORMATION (Image Retention Free) LCD Monitors and TVs may have image retention when switching from one image to another especially after displaying a stationary image for a long time. This guide is to demonstrate correct usage of LCD products in order to protect them from Image retention.
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The best way to protect your monitor from Image retention is to set your PC or System to operate a Screen Saver program when you are not using it. Image retention may not occur when a LCD panel is operated under normal conditions. Normal conditions are defined as continuously changing video patterns.
Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) - Europe only (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life.
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