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- Page 1 R E D 3 - A X I S L E N S C O N T R O L S Y S T E M O P E R AT I O N G U I D E W. M . D . T.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
3-Axis System Cables Chapter 4: Tactical Hand Controller (T.H.C.) Appendix D: W.M.D. Main Menu Map T.H.C. Overview T.H.C. Controls T.H.C. LEDs T.H.C. Connectors Wired Operation Pair the T.H.C. Change the Wireless Channel Wireless Settings CoPYrIGHT © 2014 reD.CoM, InC 955-0044, reV-D |... -
Page 3: Disclaimer
While thought to be accurate, the information in code, and product names used in association with the accompa- this document is provided strictly “as is” and RED will not be held nying product are the copyrights, trademarks or other intellectual responsible for issues arising from typographical errors or user’s... - Page 4 CE Mark on the products regulatory label, example to the left. EUROPEAN UNION COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS FRANCE RED declares that the radio Usage Restrictions - Geographic Area Where Restriction Applies : equipment described in this France document complies with the For mainland France R&TTE...
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Page 5: Safety Instructions
WARNING: Danger of explosion if an in- function or interference with the unit and/or with audio and correct battery is charged with a RED Li video signals. Battery Charger 7.2V or is used to power Clean only using a dry cloth. -
Page 6: Battery Storage And Handling
DO NOT exceed the recharging temperature range of 0˚C to 50% to 80%. If batteries will be stored for long periods of time, RED 40˚C (32˚F to 104˚F). -
Page 7: Chapter 1: 3-Axis System Overview
R E D 3 - A X I S S Y S T E M O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 3-AXIS SYSTEM OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION The RED 3-Axis Lens Control System is a versatile and highly accurate wireless lens control system. Use the Lens Control Motor, RED Tactical Hand Controller (T.H.C.), RED Wireless Motor Driver (W.M.D.), and ®... -
Page 8: 3-Axis System Components
R E D 3 - A X I S S Y S T E M O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 3-AXIS SYSTEM COMPONENTS RED offers the following RED 3-Axis Lens Control System components individually, enabling you to customize your lens control setup. For more information, visit the RED Store at www.red.com/store. -
Page 9: Additional Resources
R E D 3 - A X I S S Y S T E M O P E R AT I O N G U I D E ADDITIONAL RESOURCES The following resources offer additional information about RED, the DSMC system, and the RED community: ®... -
Page 10: Chapter 2: 3-Axis System Launch Sequence
LAUNCH SEQUENCE This section offers condensed installation and operating instructions to help you get started using the RED 3-Axis Lens Control System. For more detailed information on specific components, please refer to the respective chapter in this guide. WARNING: The DSMC BRAIN must be powered off during any installation process. -
Page 11: Prepare The Camera
C. Position the W.M.D. at the desired location on the mounting platform, using the guide pin for alignment. NOTE: Ensure you leave enough clearance on the sides to connect cables. D. Push in and turn the 1/4-20 captive thumbscrew to initiate threading. Mount the W.M.D. COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |... - Page 12 E. Tighten the thumbscrew until hand tight. WARNING: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. 2. Install the RED Lens Control Motor Mounting Bracket. A. Push the lock button on the Lens Control Motor Mounting Bracket to disengage the locking mechanism. B. Slide the dove-tail rail on the Lens Control Motor Mounting Bracket into the dove-tail slot on the Lens Control Motor.
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Page 13: Connect The 3-Axis System
A. Connect the desired RED Start/Stop Cables to the W.M.D. EXP port. B. Connect the desired RED Start/Stop Cables to the appropriate SYNC and CTRL ports on the BRAIN. WARNING: DO NOT connect Start/Stop Cables to the CTRL port only. This may result in undesired con- sequences or cause the camera to crash. -
Page 14: Configure The 3-Axis System
NOTE: Fore more information, go to “Initialize the System” on page The RED 3-Axis Lens Control System is now successfully setup and ready for wireless operation. The remain- der of this section offers further guidance on initialization, motor configuration, lens profiles, metadata, and T.H.C. -
Page 15: Configure Lens Control Motors
Set a Lens Limit Remove a Lens Limit Set a Lens Lock Remove a Lens Lock NOTE: For more information, go to the chapter “Tactical Hand Controller (T.H.C.)” on page COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |... -
Page 16: Chapter 3: Wireless Motor Driver (W.m.d.)
Expansion ports, tool-free installation, and start/stop connectivity make the W.M.D. versatile and easy-to-use. NOTE: DO NOT USE the Pro I/O Module to power the RED W.M.D. The Pro I/O Module does not provide enough power and is not designed to support the W.M.D. -
Page 17: Controls
Enter or adjust the selected (highlighted) menu or item Down button Navigate down through the W.M.D. main menus Mounting Press and turn to install (CW) or uninstall (CCW) the W.M.D. to a mounting thumbscrew plate (Example: DSMC TACTICAL RIGHT PLATE) COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |... -
Page 18: Leds
Power error Amber flashing System boot indicator or initialization in progress Focus, No motor connected Iris, Green flashing Initialization in progress Zoom Green Initialized and ready for operation Motor error or failed initialization COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |... -
Page 19: Connectors
PART NUMBERS Wireless antenna Removeable antenna RED T.H.C./W.M.D. Antenna 790-0420 Focus connector Connect the W.M.D. to the RED W.M.D. Motor Cable 7-Pin 790-0434 (7-pin 1B LEMO) Focus Lens Control Motor Straight to 7-Pin Right (12”) RED W.M.D. Motor Cable 7-Pin 790-0406 Straight to 7-Pin Right (18”) - Page 20 RED CAN Command Cable (50') 790-0408 RED CAN Command Cable (100') 790-0409 Expansion port Expansion port to connect to RED Start/Stop Cable (1B to Sync, 790-0415 (14-pin 1B LEMO) DSMC via the SYNC port and Ctrl, BNC) control Start/Stop functions...
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Page 21: Mount The W.m
DSMC Tactical Right Plate: Use the screw hole closest to the 1/4-20 screw for 18 mm spacing. ‒ ‒ Third-party cheeseplate: Use the screw hole farthest from the 1/4-20 screw for 25 mm spacing. Install Guide Pin COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |... - Page 22 2. Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to install three (3) M3x0.5 x 8 mm flathead screws that attach the V-LOCK to the W.M.D. Fully tighten. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the three (3) M3x0.5 x 8 mm flathead screws, when finished. W.M.D. Rear (V-LOCK Installed) COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |...
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Page 23: Power The W.m
R E D 3 - A X I S S Y S T E M O P E R AT I O N G U I D E POWER THE W.M.D. 1. Connect the 2-pin 1B LEMO connector of a RED W.M.D. Power Cable to the PWR port on the W.M.D. 2. Connect the opposite end to a 12 V DC power source with sufficient amperage. -
Page 24: Main Menu
‒ Yellow: Designates a modified AND saved User profile ‒ Red: Designates a modified profile that has not been saved When changes are made to these W.M.D. main menu settings, they automatically update on the home screen. AUTO-LOCK FEATURE The W.M.D. features a menu lock function to prevent inadvertent changes to system settings. When locked, the lock status indicator is displayed in the upper left corner of the W.M.D. - Page 25 Main Menu Map” on page ADJUST BACKLASH The RED Lens Control Motor offers next to zero backlash when properly installed. However, you may experi- ence backlash with third-party motors, or certain lens and motor combinations. The W.M.D. allows you to compensate for any backlash. Select an anti-backlash setting in the range of 0–3,000 encoder counts.
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Page 26: Configure Wireless Settings
R E D 3 - A X I S S Y S T E M O P E R AT I O N G U I D E CONFIGURE WIRELESS SETTINGS In order for the T.H.C. to control the W.M.D., the RED 3-Axis Lens Control System uses a Frequency-Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) wireless link and offers 42 channels. -
Page 27: Configure Start/Stop, Genlock, Timecode, Tally
1. Configure Start/Stop in the DSMC menu. A. Go to Menu > Settings > Setup > GPIO/Sync > Brain GPIO. B. Select General Purpose In from the Camera In drop-down menu. 2. Connect the appropriate RED Start/Stop Cables for your desired configuration. FUNCTIONS CABLE... -
Page 28: Lens Profiles
Cooke S4: 14mm, 18mm, 21mm, 25mm, 27mm, 32mm, 35mm, 50mm, 65mm, 75mm, 100mm, 300mm Elite Digital: 18mm, 24mm, 35mm, 50mm, 75mm, 100mm, 135mm Leica Summilux-C: 21mm, 25mm, 40mm, 50mm, 75mm, 100mm RED PRO PRIME: 18mm, 25mm, 35mm, 50mm, 85mm, 100mm, 300mm ZOOM LENSES Angénieux Optimo: 15-40mm, 17-80mm, 30-80mm ARRI/Fujinon Alura: 18-80mm T2.6... -
Page 29: Select A Lens Profile
Or press Back to exit to the Profiles menu without saving lens profile changes. Or press A to lock the W.M.D. and return to the home screen. This does not save lens profile changes. COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |... -
Page 30: Save A Lens Profile
Only: Clears the W.M.D. and rebuilds profile library with microSD contents. ‒ The W.M.D. displays “success” when the import is complete. 5. Press Back to exit, or press A to lock the W.M.D. and return to the home screen. COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |... -
Page 31: Manage Lens Profiles
B. Place .pfl files into the new folder. ACCESS W.M.D. DIAGNOSTIC DATA Hardware status data for each W.M.D. component is found in the “About” menu. If you contact RED for support, a RED representative may ask you for the hardware status of the W.M.D. -
Page 32: Chapter 4: Tactical Hand Controller (T.h.c.)
CONTROLLER (T.H.C.) T.H.C. OVERVIEW The RED Tactical Hand Controller (T.H.C.) works with the RED Wireless Motor Driver (W.M.D.) and RED Lens Control Motor to provide wireless operation of lens adjustments (Focus, Iris, Zoom). The T.H.C. delivers on-the-fly precision tuning with independent Focus, Iris, and Zoom adjustment controls. -
Page 33: Controls
Press to release the rechargeable battery from the T.H.C. 1. Focus, Iris, and Zoom controls can be used interchangeably by connecting the Lens Control Motor to the desired lens function connec- tor on the W.M.D. COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |... -
Page 34: Leds
Function locked: no position updates are sent to the W.M.D. Green Limit is enabled Wireless Off/wired connection; not attempting to connect Blue flashing Attempting to connect to W.M.D. Blue Connected to W.M.D. COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |... - Page 35 Function locked: no position updates are sent to the W.M.D. Green Limit is enabled 1. The tally feature is only supported with specific cabling configurations. Refer to “Configure Start/Stop, Genlock, TimeCode, Tally” on page COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |...
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Page 36: T.h.c. Connectors
RED CAN Command Cable (5') 790-0407 RED CAN Command Cable (50') 790-0408 RED CAN Command Cable (100') 790-0409 Battery compart- Holds the RED LI BATTERY 7.2V RED Li Battery 7.2V 740-0032 ment MicroSD slot Standard microSD slot used to Standard microSD (under battery) upgrade T.H.C. -
Page 37: Wired Operation
NOTE: The RED CAN Command Cable also provides power to the T.H.C. up to approximately 500 ft. When using a cable longer than 500 ft, insert a battery and toggle the power switch to Battery to provide sufficient power. -
Page 38: Change The Wireless Channel
WARNING: It is important to initialize the system every time a modification is made to a lens or a motor. Failing to perform the initialization sequence may cause severe damage to your lens, motor, or camera. COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |... -
Page 39: Set A Lens Limit
NOTE: Holding down the limit button for three (3) seconds without any change to any input locks the respec- tive lens adjustment function on that T.H.C. unit. For more information, go to “Set a Lens Lock” on page COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |... -
Page 40: Set A Lens Lock
2. Press and release the Run button again to stop recording. NOTE: The Battery/Tally LED serves a dual purpose on the T.H.C. Flashing indicates that the camera is roll- ing, color indicates battery charge level. COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |... -
Page 41: Chapter 5: Lens Control Motor
15mm or 19mm support rods, and a magnetic-locking gear system to accommodate a wide variety of lenses. The RED Lens Control Motor is also compatible with third-party motor drivers using the appropriate RED mo- tor cable with the proper resistance identification. For more information, visit the RED Store http://www.red. -
Page 42: Lens Control Motor Mounting Bracket
The 19mm-to-15mm Rod Reducers enable the Lens Control Motor Mounting Bracket to attach to 15 mm diam- eter support rods. Snap the 19mm-to-15mm Rod Reducers into the Lens Control Motor Mounting Bracket and it will accommodate 15mm support rods. 19mm-to-15mm Rod Reducers COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |... -
Page 43: Lens Drive Gears
R E D 3 - A X I S S Y S T E M O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Lens DrIVe GeArs RED Lens Drive Gears are magnetic-locking and interchangeable without the use of any tools. Additionally, Lens Drive Gears can be installed on either side of a Lens Control Motor for optimized motor orientation and low profile setup. -
Page 44: Connect The Lens Control Motor
1. Connect a RED W.M.D. Motor Cable to the rotating connector on the Lens Control Motor. 2. Connect the opposite end of the RED W.M.D. Motor Cable to the corresponding lens function (Focus, Iris, Zoom) 7-pin LEMO port on the W.M.D. -
Page 45: Chapter 6: System Maintenance
(T.H.C.), Wireless Motor Driver (W.M.D.), or other accessory as doing so may expose you to electric shock and serious injury. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Alteration or repairs made to the Lens Control Motor, T.H.C., W.M.D., or other accessory, except by a RED authorized service facility, will void the Limited Warranty. CLEAN 3-AXIS SYSTEM COMPONENTS Clean ONLY using a dry cloth. -
Page 46: Chapter 7: Upgrade Firmware
UPGRADE FIRMWARE As part of RED Digital Cinema’s commitment to ongoing product support and development, the Tactical Hand Controller (T.H.C.) and Wireless Motor Driver (W.M.D.) are designed to support firmware up- grades for improved functionality and additional features in the future. -
Page 47: Verify Current T.h.c. Firmware
IMPORTANT: Ensure that the battery is connected and fully charged. It is recommended that you also connect the T.H.C. to a power source using the RED CAN COMMAND CABLE. NOTE: User-selected settings on the T.H.C. and W.M.D. are not affected by firmware upgrades. -
Page 48: Chapter 8: Troubleshoot The System
Ensure that the lens is set to manual focus, if applicable. NOTE: If you are using a very stiff lens and have already set the W.M.D. torque setting to High, then the lens may not be compatible with the RED 3-Axis Lens Control System. COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC... -
Page 49: Troubleshoot The W.m
EXPLANATION Gear slips may occur due to support rod flexing when using carbon fiber support rods with lenses that are stiff and require high torque levels. RED recommends using the BLACK ROD, STEEL ROD, or other stiff support rods. POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS Ensure that the gear is properly installed. -
Page 50: Troubleshoot Wireless Operations
W.M.D., select Low. When the T.H.C. is farther away from the W.M.D., select High. Ensure that the RED T.H.C./W.M.D. Antenna is securely connected to the T.H.C. and W.M.D. A common cause for poor wireless connection is a low battery level in the T.H.C. -
Page 51: Troubleshoot Firmware Upgrade
Ensure that there is no other data on the microSD card besides the upgrade file. Use the microSD card provided by RED. If you are unable to use the microSD card, you may need to experiment with different brands or models of microSD cards or SD card adaptors. -
Page 52: Appendix A: Technical Specifications
Weight 32.1 oz (885 g) Material Aluminum Construction Machined Coating Black and red anodized coating Operating Temperature Range 0˚C to 40˚C (32˚F to 104˚F) Storage Temperature Range -20˚C to 50˚C (-4˚F to 122˚F) Wireless Operating Frequency 2.4GHz FHSS Input Supply Voltage... -
Page 53: Lens Control Motor
Extreme conditions require adequate preparation and on-set handling. Any damage caused to the Lens Control Motor or your camera system caused by operating outside of the specified temperature range is not covered under any RED warranty. red li BaTTerY 7.2v Dimensions Height: 1.50 in. -
Page 54: Appendix B: 3-Axis System Compatibility
NOTE: RED is in the process of testing and developing additional cables with the appropriate internal identifica- tion resistor to support seamless communication with other third-party motor systems. COMPATIBLE LENSES RED Lens Control Motors can be equipped with accessory drive gears to interface with lenses using any of the following gear modules: 0.8 M 0.4 M... -
Page 55: Appendix C: Connector And Cable Pinouts
® components. NOTE: When connecting a cable to a connector, align the key and red marker on the cable connector with the corresponding key and marker on the device connection. NOTE: Connector diagram images are for reference only. Diagrams are not to scale. - Page 56 The W.M.D. CAN connector is a 4-pin 0B LEMO connector that provides power and CAN communications be- tween the W.M.D. and T.H.C., or other auxiliary devices. W.M.D. 4-Pin 0B CAN connector 4-PIN 0B LEMO CAN CONNECTOR SIGNAL CANL CANH COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |...
- Page 57 R E D 3 - A X I S S Y S T E M O P E R AT I O N G U I D E W.M.D. START/STOP/TALLY EXPANSION CONNECTOR The W.M.D. Start/Stop/Tally expansion connector is a 14-pin 1B connector that provides expansion (EXP) sup- port for the RED 3-Axis Lens Control System. W.M.D. 14-Pin Start/Stop and Tally connector...
- Page 58 W.M.D. 10-pin 0B RS232 connector 6-PIN 0B LEMO AUX CONNECTOR SIGNAL Pwr Out 232 Tx 232 Rx 422 Tx+ 422 Rx+ 422 Rx- 422 Tx- 232 Jumper 232 Jumper COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |...
- Page 59 The W.M.D. PWR connector is a 2-pin 1B LEMO power connector to supply power to the W.M.D. from your camera or other power modules. W.M.D. 2-Pin 1B Power connector 2-PIN 1B LEMO POWER CONNECTOR SIGNAL +12 V COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |...
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Page 60: T.h.c. Connectors
NOTE: The T.H.C. Auxiliary (AUX) connector is for future development and is not currently needed for operation. T.H.C. 6-Pin 0B AUX Connector 6-PIN 0B LEMO AUX CONNECTOR SIGNAL Pwr Out Pwr In COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |... - Page 61 The T.H.C. CAN connector is a 4-pin 0B LEMO connector that provides power and CAN communications be- tween the W.M.D. and T.H.C., or other auxiliary devices. T.H.C. 4-Pin 0B CAN Connector 4-PIN 0B LEMO CAN CONNECTOR SIGNAL CANL CANH COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |...
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Page 62: Lens Control Motor Connectors
The Lens Control Motor connector is an industry-standard 7-pin 1B LEMO connector. Lens Control Motor 7-Pin 1B connec- 7-PIN 1B LEMO LENS DRIVE CONNECTOR SIGNAL Motor (+) Motor (-) Encoder A +5 V Encoder B Motor ID COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |... -
Page 63: 3-Axis System Cables
3-AXIS SYSTEM CABLES RED W.M.D. MOTOR CABLE (FOCUS, IRIS, ZOOM) The RED W.M.D. Motor Cable is a 7-pin 1B to 7-pin 1B LEMO cable used to connect RED Lens Control Motors to the W.M.D. Cables are available in 12", 18", and 24". - Page 64 RED LENS CONTROL MOTOR CABLE (3.3KΩ VERSION) The RED Lens Control Motor Cable (3.3KΩ Version) provides a 7-pin 1B to 7-pin 1B LEMO cable used to con- nect RED Lens Control Motors to compatible third-party motor drivers. This cable provides a 3.3k ohms (Ω) resistance identification to the motor driver.
- Page 65 RED CAN COMMAND CABLE (5', 50', 100') The RED CAN Command Cable is a 4-pin 0B to 4-pin 0B LEMO cable that provides CAN communications and power from the W.M.D. to the T.H.C. It is used for wired operation and wireless pairing of T.H.C. units.
- Page 66 W.M.D. POWER CABLE 2-PIN 1B TO 2-PIN 0B The W.M.D. Power Cable 2-Pin 1B to 2-Pin 0B (18") connects your RED W.M.D. to a standard 12 V 2-pin 0B LEMO accessory port (found on the QUICKPLATE MODULE and REDVOLT XL MODULE) to power the RED 3-Axis Lens Control System.
- Page 67 RED START/STOP CABLE (1B TO SYNC, CTRL, BNC) The RED Start/Stop Cable (1B to Sync, Ctrl, BNC) provides Start/Stop, Tally, Genlock and Timecode support. This cable connects to the EXP port on the W.M.D. and the CTRL port of your DSMC, with an additional BNC for jamming Timecode.
- Page 68 R E D 3 - A X I S S Y S T E M O P E R AT I O N G U I D E RED START/STOP CABLE (1B TO BNC) The RED Start/Stop Cable (1B to BNC) provides Start/Stop, Genlock, and Timecode support. This cable con- nects to the EXP port on the W.M.D. and an auxiliary device for Start/Stop, Genlock and Timecode.
- Page 69 EXP port on the W.M.D. and to the SYNC port of your DSMC and is ideal for run-and-gun shooters who want convenient Start/Stop capability only. NOTE: When using the RED Start/Stop Cable (1B to 00B Sync), you must configure the W.M.D. for EPIC start/ stop operation only. On the W.M.D., go to Select > Start/Stop > EPIC.
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Page 70: Appendix D: W.m.d. Main Menu Map
} 0–3,000 } Medium } CCW (Counter- encoder counts } Heden M26 encoder counts } High clockwise) } Preston DM1 } Preston DM1x } Preston DM2 } RED DLM1 } Element DLM1 COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.COM, INC 955-0044, REV-D |... - Page 71 COPYRIGHT© 2014 RED.COM, INC. All trademarks, trade names, logos, icons, images, written material, code and product names used in associa- tion with the accompanying product are the copyrights, trademarks or other intellectual property owned and controlled exclusively by RED.COM, INC.
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