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Model 3014 Dual-Detector Digital Survey Meter/SCA Ludlum Measurements March 2021 Serial Number: 25020730 and Succeeding Firmware: F.2.1.1229 and Higher...
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Model 3014 Dual-Detector Digital Survey Meter/SCA Ludlum Measurements March 2021 Serial Number: 25020730 and Succeeding Firmware: F.2.1.1229 and Higher...
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STATEMENT OF WARRANTY Ludlum Measurements, Inc. warrants the products covered in this manual to be free of de- fects due to workmanship, material, and design for a period of twelve months from the date of delivery. The calibration of a product is warranted to be within its specified accuracy lim- its at the time of shipment.
The Model 3014 is an ergonomic, lightweight instrument which can be used for radiation survey purposes. The Model 3014 includes an internal detector for tracking user exposure rate or dose. The Model 3014 features the ability to measure radiation in count rate, exposure rate/dose, activity rate, integrated exposure/dose, time-averaged rates, and scaler counts.
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It is located to the left of the detector connector. If a headphone jack is not in use, the Model 3014 may optionally be provided with an RS-232 serial output for connection to PC or other electronic device.
Check individual item serial numbers and ensure calibration certificates match between instruments and de- tectors (if applicable). The Model 3014 serial number is located on a label on the front side of the unit.
The instrument then displays the current revision level of each board installed in the system: main board, internal detector high-voltage board, and auxiliary communications board. Figure 2.2: Hardware Revision Levels A revision level of 0 indicates that the board is not installed or detected. Next, the instrument displays the firmware version. Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
2.3. TURNING THE INSTRUMENT ON Figure 2.3: Firmware Version Display The first character defines the firmware type, the second character defines the major version level, and the third character defines the revision level. The build version is not displayed. The instrument then displays the battery voltage. The low-battery indicator is only displayed to indicate that the value displayed is related to the battery voltage and not that the battery voltage is low.
If desired, multiple readings may be taken at different distances and/or with different sources so that other scales are checked. Example of a Check Source reading: Check Source # Rate Units Once this procedure has been completed, the instrument is ready for use. Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
2.6 Detector Failure Diagnostic Note that the Model 3014 has its own diagnostic tests to ensure that the detector is function- ing correctly. The Model 3014 can detect when the radiation detector is malfunctioning and will flash the display to indicate a fault.
Figure 2.8: Detector Over Range (Display Will Flash) 2.6.4 Detector Overload As another diagnostic test, the Model 3014 monitors the HV supply’s detector current. A current overload threshold can be set via Setup Mode. (A setting of 0 disables this alarm.) In general, this alarm setting can be used to detect when there is some detector failure, a cable failure, or a possible high level of radiation.
By default, the majority of functions are assigned to short presses of the buttons. 2.7.1 ON/AUD Button: Used to power the Model 3014 ON and OFF and adjust the audio level (mute, low, medium, or high). • Power On: Press for approximately one second and release (all LCD segments will ac- tivate and firmware version will be shown).
Short Press (press and release after one beep): • Used to switch between Primary and Secondary units (or Tertiary units in the case of alpha/beta configuration) in all available modes. Long Press (press and release after two beeps): Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
2.7. INSTRUMENT USE AND CONTROLS • Currently has no effect. Extra-Long Press (press and release after three beeps): • Enables/disables the Auxiliary Communications as indicated by a wifi symbol on the top of the LCD screen. Figure 2.10: WiFi Symbol 2.7.3 DETECTOR Button: The Detector button’s primary function is to switch between available enabled detectors.
• If datalogging in Mode 2 and a log event has been initiated, the button is used to accept the current location ID. Long Press (press and release after two beeps): • Currently has no effect. Extra-Long Press (press and release after three beeps): • In COUNT mode, it will: Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
2.8. RATE MODE OPERATION – If COUNT mode is ready: It will change the count time to next available count time. – If COUNT mode is in progress: It will switch between displaying the count and displaying the count timer. –...
Prede- fined count times of 6 seconds, 30 seconds, 1 minute, 2 minutes, 5 minutes, and 10 minutes are available as well as a user-defined count time and continuous counting operation (count Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
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2.10. COUNT MODE OPERATION time displayed as 0). The maximum user-defined count time is 999e6 (999000000) seconds or approximately 31.68 years. Predetermined count times will be displayed in clock mode. User-defined count times will be displayed in clock mode if less than 10 hours; otherwise, they will be displayed in second counts until 10 hours remain.
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• An extra-long press of the LOG button will change the count time to the next available time. When the Count Timer is Active: • The display will show either Count Time (default), both Count Time and Counts, or just counts, depending on Device Count Display Mode. Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
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2.10. COUNT MODE OPERATION • a long press of the ON/AUD button will reset the Count Timer (and not log results if previously requested). • Click audio, if enabled, can be adjusted by a short press of the ON/AUD button. •...
Alarms are latching in DOSE Mode. Under an alarm condition, the ALARM display indicator will remain on until the display is reset. If other operational modes are available, a short press of the MODE button will move to the next available operational mode. Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
2.11. DOSE MODE OPERATION A short press of the LOG button, if datalogging is enabled, will log the currently displayed DOSE value. Figure 2.15: DOSE Mode Operation Display March 2021...
PECIFICATIONS External Detector: may be Geiger-Mueller (GM), scintillator, or proportional Internal Detector: one energy-compensated GM tube Energy Response: within 25% of true value from 60 keV to 3 MeV Linearity: readings within 10% of true value LCD Display: three-digit LCD with bar graph, 11 units, five multipliers, two mode icons, three alarm levels, and four fault messages, as well as USB, wireless, audio, and low-battery icons Alarms: three adjustable count rate, exposure/dose, count, and accumulated dose alarm...
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Environmental Rating: NEMA (National Electrical Manufacturers Association) rating of 3x or IP (Ingress Protection) rating of 53 Size: 16.5 x 11.4 x 21.6 cm (6.5 x 4.5 x 8.5 in.) (H x W x L) Weight: 0.9 kg (2.0 lb) (excluding detectors and clips) Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
4.1 Setup Overview Your instrument has been shipped from Ludlum Measurements only after passing electronic checkout, a 24-hour burn-in process, and a careful calibration process. Calibration papers are supplied with each instrument shipped from Ludlum Measurements.
Calibration Constant Exponent Dead Time 36 e-6 10 e-6 5 e-6 5 e-6 80 e-6 Correction 1 Dead Time Correction 2 Mantissa Dead Time Correction 2 Exponent Detector Current Overload Threshold Detector Adjustable 0 (continuous) Scaler Count Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
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4.2. SETUP PARAMETERS Model Model Alpha Model Internal Setting Setup Parameter 133-6 44-2 or Beta 42-31H Detector Detector Active Area Channel 1 – 0.035 0.035 0.0035 0.004 0.035 Threshold (V) Channel 1 - Window 0 (max value) 0.03 0 (max value) Channel 1 - Efficiency Channel 1 - Loss of...
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0 (No unit) Alarm 1 kcpm Unit 3 - RATE / MAX 5.00 0 (No unit) 0 (No unit) Alarm 2 kcpm Unit 3 - RATE / MAX 8.00 0 (No unit) 0 (No unit) Alarm 3 kcpm Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
4.3. ENTERING SETUP MODE Model Model Alpha Model Internal Setting Setup Parameter 133-6 44-2 or Beta 42-31H Detector Unit 3 - COUNT Units and Minimum 0 (No unit) 000 c 0 (No unit) Display Unit 3 - COUNT 0 (No unit) 2.00 kc 0 (No unit) Alarm 1...
SETUP PROTECT: The Model 3014 parameters can be protected from unauthorized changes via the internal switch located on the Model 3014 circuit board. To change the switch, open the battery compartment and remove the batteries from the Model 3014. Next, loosen the six pan-head screws that fasten the bottom cover.
Lumic 2.0 Calibration Software. 4.4 Setup Mode Operation Once the Model 3014 is in Setup mode, setup page selection will be displayed on the LCD. Short press the MODE or ON/AUD button to choose the Setup Page you are interested in.
UNIT button for 2 seconds to close setting. Press the UNIT button for 2 seconds to return to the page selection menu. Press the UNIT button for 2 seconds to exit Setup. The list below shows the nine setup pages and the parameters in order, on each page. Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
4.5. MODEL 3014 LIST OF PARAMETERS (IN ORDER) 4.5 Model 3014 List of Parameters (in order) Page 1 - dev • Multi-level Audio • Backlight Threshold • Auto Shutdown Time • Auxiliary COM • Real Time Clock Month • Real Time Clock Day •...
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• Channel 2 - Efficiency • Channel 2 - Loss of Count Alarm Time • Channel 2 - Icon Page 7 - U-1 • Unit 1 - RATE/MAX Units and Minimum Display • Unit 1 - RATE/MAX Maximum Display Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
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4.5. MODEL 3014 LIST OF PARAMETERS (IN ORDER) • Unit 1 - RATE/MAX Alarm 1 • Unit 1 - RATE/MAX Alarm 2 • Unit 1 - RATE/MAX Alarm 3 • Unit 1 - COUNT Units and Minimum Display • Unit 1 - COUNT Alarm 1 •...
Finally, extra-long pressing the UNIT button will complete the modification. Default settings are in bold. Multi-level Audio - Upon entry into Multi-level Audio, the parameter will be selected (flash- ing) indicating the state of the parameter. • on (audio selection: off/low/med/high) • off (audio selection: off/on) Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
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4.6. PAGE 1 - DEVICE Use the MODE and ON/AUD buttons to scroll through the available parameter options. Backlight Threshold - Upon entry into the Backlight Threshold, the parameter will be se- lected (flashing) indicating the state of the parameter. •...
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• 00 - 59 (seconds of the minute) Use the MODE and ON/AUD buttons to scroll through the parameter options. Please note that when exiting the parameter, even if no changes were made, the seconds parameter will automatically be reassigned the frozen value. Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
4.7. PAGE 2 - DATALOGGING 4.7 Page 2 - Datalogging To begin adjusting a device parameter, short press the MODE and ON/AUD to scroll through the available device parameters. To begin, short press UNIT to begin modifying the param- eter chosen. Finally, extra-long pressing the UNIT button will complete the modification. Default settings are in bold.
If no modes were enabled rate mode will automatically be enabled for external detectors, and dose mode will be enabled for internal detectors. Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
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4.8. PAGE 3 - CONFIGURATION Bar Graph Mode - Upon entry into Bar Graph Mode, the parameter will be selected (flashing) indicating the state of the parameter. • off (no bar graphing) • Std (standard bar graphing mode - decade) •...
High Voltage - Upon entry into High Voltage, one of the following parameters will be selected (flashing). • Ones Place (0-9) • Tens Place (0-9) • Hundreds Place (0-9) • /k Multiplier with all digits flashing (on/off) Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
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4.9. PAGE 4 - CALIBRATION Use the UNIT button to select the appropriate parameter, and use the MODE and ON/AUD buttons to scroll through the parameter options. The k multiplier also activates left-most decimal point. If k multiplier is used, Hundreds Place becomes the Thousands Place, Tens Place becomes the Hun- dreds Place, and Ones Place becomes the Tens Place.
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Detector Adjustable Scaler Count Time - Upon entry into Detector Adjustable Scaler Count Time, one of the following parameters will be selected (flashing). • Rightmost Digit (0-9) • Middle Digit (0-9) • Leftmost digit (0-9) • <>/k/M Multiplier with all digits flashing (adjustable from xxx to xxx M) Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
4.10. PAGE 5 - CHANNEL 1 Use the UNIT button to select the appropriate parameter, and use the MODE and ON/AUD buttons to scroll through the parameter options. Detector Active Area - Upon entry into Detector Active Area, one of the following parameters will be selected (flashing).
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Channel 1 - Icon - Upon entry into Channel 1 Icon, one of the following parameters will be selected (flashing). • – Alpha icon • – Beta icon • – Gamma icon • n - Neutron icon • • Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
4.11. PAGE 6 - CHANNEL 2 • • , , & • • • , , & n • • , , & n • , , & n • , , , & n • 0FF – No icon Use the MODE and ON/AUD buttons to scroll through the available parameter options.
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Channel 2 - Icon - Upon entry into Channel 2 Icon, one of the following parameters will be selected (flashing). • – Alpha icon • – Beta icon • – Gamma icon • n - Neutron icon • Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
4.12. PAGE 7 - UNIT 1 • • • , , & • • • , , & n • • , , & n • , , & n • , , , & n • 0FF – No icon Use the MODE and ON/AUD buttons to scroll through the available parameter options.
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Unit 1 - RATE/MAX Alarm 3 - Upon entry into Unit 1 RATE/MAX Alarm 3, one of the following parameters will be selected (flashing). • Rightmost Digit (0-9) • Middle Digit (0-9) Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
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4.12. PAGE 7 - UNIT 1 • Leftmost Digit (0-9) • Multiplier with all digits flashing (adjustable from x.xx to xxx M depending on unit selected) Use the UNIT button to select the appropriate parameter, and use the MODE and ON/AUD buttons to scroll through the parameter options.
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Use the UNIT button to select the appropriate parameter, and use the MODE and ON/AUD buttons to scroll through the parameter options. Unit 1 - DOSE Alarm 2 - Upon entry into Unit 1 Dose Alarm 2, one of the following parame- ters will be selected (flashing). Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
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4.13. PAGE 8 - UNIT 2 • Rightmost Digit (0-9) • Middle Digit (0-9) • Leftmost Digit (0-9) • Multiplier with all digits flashing (adjustable from x.xx to xxx M depending on unit selected) Use the UNIT button to select the appropriate parameter, and use the MODE and ON/AUD buttons to scroll through the parameter options.
Use the UNIT button to select the appropriate parameter, and use the MODE and ON/AUD buttons to scroll through the parameter options. Unit 2 - RATE/MAX Alarm 2 - Upon entry into Unit 2 RATE/MAX Alarm 2, one of the following parameters will be selected (flashing). Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
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4.13. PAGE 8 - UNIT 2 • Rightmost Digit (0-9) • Middle Digit (0-9) • Leftmost Digit (0-9) • Multiplier with all digits flashing (adjustable from x.xx to xxx M depending on unit selected) Use the UNIT button to select the appropriate parameter, and use the MODE and ON/AUD buttons to scroll through the parameter options.
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Display, one of the following parameters will be selected (flashing). Note: Select Unit first before selecting multiplier. • Multiplier with all digits flashing (adjustable from x.xx to xxx M depending on unit selected) • Unit (off, d, c, Rem, R, Sv) Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
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4.13. PAGE 8 - UNIT 2 Use the UNIT button to select the appropriate parameter, and use the MODE and ON/AUD buttons to scroll through the parameter options. Unit 2 - DOSE Alarm 1 - Upon entry into Unit 2 Dose Alarm 1, one of the following parame- ters will be selected (flashing).
Use the UNIT button to select the appropriate parameter, and use the MODE and ON/AUD buttons to scroll through the parameter options. Unit 3 - RATE/MAX Maximum Display - Upon entry into Unit 3 RATE/MAX Units Maximum Display, one of the following parameters will be selected (flashing). • Rightmost Digit (0-9) Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
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4.14. PAGE 9 - UNIT 3 (IF SUPPORTED) • Middle Digit (0-9) • Leftmost digit (0-9) • Multiplier with all digits flashing (adjustable from x.xx to x.xx k) Use the UNIT button to select the appropriate parameter, and use the MODE and ON/AUD buttons to scroll through the parameter options.
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Unit 3 - COUNT Alarm 2 - Upon entry into Unit 3 Count Alarm 2, one of the following pa- rameters will be selected (flashing). • Rightmost Digit (0-9) • Middle Digit (0-9) • Leftmost digit (0-9) • Multiplier with all digits flashing (adjustable from x.xx to xxx M depending on unit selected) Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
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4.14. PAGE 9 - UNIT 3 (IF SUPPORTED) Use the UNIT button to select the appropriate parameter, and use the MODE and ON/AUD buttons to scroll through the parameter options. Unit 3 - COUNT Alarm 3 - Upon entry into Unit 3 Count Alarm 3, one of the following pa- rameters will be selected (flashing).
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• — (Internal Detector Only) • 1 2 (Channel 1 + Channel 2) • 1-2 (Channel 1 - Channel 2) • 2-1 (Channel 2 - Channel 1) Use the MODE and ON/AUD buttons to scroll through the parameter options. Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
4.15. PAGE 10 - RESET (WARNING!!!) 4.15 Page 10 - Reset (WARNING!!!) In the event of an instrument issue that requires major modification to the stored instru- ment values, an instrument reset has been incorporated, which will wipe out all stored in- formation in the device with the exception of hardware calibration information from the fac- tory.
The datalogging feature of the Model 3014 allows the user to log radiation readings with the use of a handle-mounted LOG button. Data can be logged in any of the Model 3014’s oper- ational modes (RATE, MAX, and COUNT). Up to 1000 data points can be taken and stored internally.
– For a continuous Scaler count (Scaler time is 0), the LOG button is enabled at all times. • The LCD display will show a possible Location ID Table index for the user. The index will be auto-incremented from the previously used index. Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
5.3. DATALOGGING OPERATION – MODE 3 Figure 5.2: Displaying Datalog Location ID Table Index of 36 • The number will be blinking, indicating a changeable value. The user may then enter the preferred Location ID Table index by a short press of the MODE (to increment the value) or ON/AUD (to decrement the value) buttons as in Setup mode.
OFTWARE 6.1 Connecting to Software The Model 3014 software is sent with a standard two-meter cable. (A five-meter cable can be provided if requested. However, any cable longer than two meters may have issues with some USB hubs and computers, typically laptops.) To connect an instrument to the computer, please connect one end of the USB cable to the instrument first, and then the other end to the computer.
DVANCED EATURES 7.1 Dead Time Correction All pulse counting detectors have a “dead time” in which the detector is unable to register another event. In relatively low fields this is not an issue. However, as the field strength approaches the high end of the detector’s range, dead time causes the pulse rate to become non-linear with respect to the real radiation field.
However, if calibration is required (due to board rework, etc.) the calibration settings are available in Lumic Calibra- tion software. 7.6 Other Device Data The following parameters on the instrument allow recording import device information within the device: Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
7.7. BATTERY LIFE Firmware Version: This is a read-only presentation of the firmware version. With a firmware version of F.x.y.zzzz, the F.x.y will show up on the device screen during the power-on sequence and signifies the released version. Device – Model Name: This should match the model name on the front face of the instrument.
Not certified for use in an explosive atmosphere 8.2 Warning Markings and Symbols The Model 3014 Survey meter is marked with the following symbols: CAUTION (per ISO 3864, No. B.3.1): designates hazardous live voltage and risk of electric shock. During normal use, internal components are hazardous live.
Ludlum Mea- surements, Inc. 8.3 Cleaning and Maintenance Precautions The Model 3014 may be cleaned externally with a damp cloth, using only water as the wetting agent. Observe the following precautions when cleaning or performing maintenance on the instru- ment: •...
EVISION ISTORY This section of the manual will be updated with each revision of theModel 3014 in order to document changes over time. Ludlum Measurements’ policy is to provide free software upgrades to instruments for the life of the instrument.
To this end, Ludlum Measurements, Inc. strives to supply the consumer of its goods with information regarding reuse and recycling of the many different types of materials used in its products.
It allows administrators to adjust device datalogging parameters. Headphone Option (part # 4498-555): This provides the Model 3000 series of instruments with a jack and circuitry required for a standard headphone plug. Ludlum Measurements also offers mono/stereo headphones with volume control.
UXILIARY OMMUNICATIONS A.1 AuxComm Overview AuxComm, short for Auxiliary Communications, is a feature included on certain Ludlum in- struments. An AuxComm port allows the instrument to expand its capabilities with a variety of external devices through a standard serial interface. A.2 Requirements In order to take advantage of the AuxComm functionality, you will need the following: •...
4. Use 2-second Enable hot key to turn on WiFi. 5. Select “Scan” in App/Software. 6. When instrument is found by mobile device, select device in list and then “Pair.” 7. Enter PIN in App/Software from Step 2. Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
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A.3. USAGE Figure A.1: Example – Device Selection Figure A.2: Example – Pairing In Lumic Linker App (iOS) Figure A.3: Example – Model 3000 series Figure A.4: Example – Entering PIN In Found in Lumic Linker App (iOS) Lumic Linker App (iOS) March 2021...
Raw Count: Mode that automatically transmits raw, uncorrected counts. The count interval is based on the AuxComm Auto Mode Interval variable. The output value is the cumulative counts that occurred in the previous interval on all enabled channels. Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
A.4. SETTINGS CPM: Mode that automatically transmits the CPM (counts per minute) for the external de- tector no matter what detector or mode is currently being displayed. The count interval is based on the AuxComm Auto Mode Interval variable. Display: Mode that automatically transmits the numeric value as well as units prefix, units, and units suffix for the currently displayed screen.
The table below shows valid settings. This setting only applies to Raw Counts mode as of this writing. Table A.6: AuxComm Auto Mode Interval Setting Description As fast as possible (1/4 second on Model 3000 series) 1-255 n-Seconds Ludlum Measurements, Inc.
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