Sony Portable CD Player D EJ615 User Manual

3-868-181-21 (1)  
Portable  
CD Player  
Operating Instructions  
About the area code  
The area code of the location in which you purchased the CD player  
is shown on upper left of the bar code label on the package.  
For accessories supplied with your CD player, check the area code  
of your model and see “Accessories (supplied/optional).”  
D-EJ611  
D-EJ615  
2000 Sony Corporation  
 
Table of Contents  
Connecting a power source  
Getting started  
Using the rechargeable batteries ................ 16  
Using dry batteries..................................... 18  
Notes on the power source ........................ 18  
Locating the Controls .................................. 4  
Playing a CD  
1. Connect your CD player. ......................... 6  
2. Insert a CD. ............................................. 6  
3. Play a CD. ............................................... 6  
Additional information  
Precautions ................................................ 19  
Maintenance .............................................. 19  
Troubleshooting ......................................... 20  
Specifications ............................................ 21  
Accessories (supplied/optional) ................ 22  
Playback options  
Playing tracks repeatedly (Repeat play) ...... 9  
Playing a single track (Single play) ............. 9  
Playing tracks in random order  
(Shuffle play)........................................... 9  
Playing tracks in your favorite order  
(PGM play)............................................ 10  
Available features  
G-PROTECTION function ........................ 11  
Emphasizing the bass sound (SOUND) .... 11  
Protecting your hearing (AVLS) ................ 12  
Locking the controls (HOLD) ................... 12  
Turning off the operation beep sound........ 13  
Connecting your CD player  
Connecting a stereo system ....................... 14  
Using your CD player in a car ................... 15  
3
 
Getting started  
Locating the Controls  
For details, see pages in parentheses.  
CD player (front)  
7 u (play/pause)  
button  
1 Display  
(pages 7, 9 - 12)  
(pages 6, 7, 10)  
8 DC IN 4.5 V (external  
power input) jack  
(pages 6, 16)  
2 PLAY MODE  
button  
(pages 8 - 10)  
9 Strap holes  
3 ./>  
(AMS/search)  
buttons  
q; x (stop)/CHG (charge)  
button (pages 7, 13, 16)  
(pages 7, 9, 10)  
qa SOUND button  
(page 11)  
4 LINE OUT jack  
qs REPEAT/ENTER  
(page 14)  
button (pages 8 - 10)  
5 HOLD switch  
qd i/REMOTE jack  
(page 12)  
(page 6)  
6 VOLUME +/–  
buttons  
qf OPEN switch  
(page 6)  
(page 6)  
CD player (inside)  
qg G-PROTECTION  
switch  
(page 11)  
4
 
CD player (rear)  
qh AVLS switch  
qj Battery compartment  
(page 12)  
(page 16)  
Remote control (for models supplied with the remote control)  
qk x (stop) button  
w; N(play)•>  
(AMS/search)  
button  
(pages 7, 13)  
(pages 6, 7, 9, 10)  
ql VOL (volume)  
+/– button  
wa HOLD switch  
(page 12)  
(page 6)  
ws .(AMS/  
search) button  
(pages 7, 9, 10)  
Note  
Use only the supplied remote control. You cannot  
operate this CD player with the remote control  
supplied with other CD players.  
5
 
Playing a CD  
You can also use rechargeable batteries, dry batteries and a car battery as a power source.  
1. Connect your CD player.  
to an AC outlet  
1 Connect the AC power adaptor.  
2 Connect the headphones/earphones.  
u button  
For models supplied with the remote  
control.  
AC power  
adaptor  
• Connect the plug of the headphones/  
earphones to the remote control.  
• Connect the headphones/earphones to  
the remote control firmly. A loose  
connection may cause noise during  
playback.  
to DC IN  
4.5V  
to i/  
REMOTE  
or  
2. Insert a CD.  
1 Slide OPEN and raise the lid.  
Headphones  
or  
Earphones  
OPEN  
switch  
3. Play a CD.  
2 Place the CD on the tray and close  
the lid.  
Press u.  
Label  
side up  
Adjust the volume by  
pressing VOLUME + or –.  
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To  
Press  
u
Play/Pause  
Stop  
x/CHG*2  
Find the beginning of the current track (AMS*1)  
Find the beginning of the previous tracks (AMS)  
Find the beginning of the next track (AMS)  
Find the beginning of the succeeding tracks (AMS)  
Go backwards quickly  
.once quickly*2  
.repeatedly*2  
> once quickly*2  
> repeatedly*2  
Hold down .*2  
Hold down >*2  
Go forward quickly  
*1 Automatic Music Sensor  
*2 These operations can be done during both play and pause.  
About the display  
• When you press u (N for the remote control) after changing the CD or turning off and on  
the player, the total number of tracks in the CD and total playing time appear for about two  
seconds.  
• During play, the track number and the elapsed playing time of the current track appear.  
• Between tracks, the time to the beginning of the next track appears with the “-” indication.  
• During pause, the elapsed playing time flashes.  
If the volume level does not increase  
Is AVLS set to “LIMIT”? Set AVLS to “NORM.” For details, see “Protecting your hearing  
(AVLS).”  
Playback starts from the point you stopped  
Your CD player can recall the playback point where you stopped and then resume playing from  
the same place (resume function). There is no ON/OFF switch of the resume function on this CD  
player.  
Removing the CD  
Remove the CD while pressing the pivot in the center of the tray.  
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Playback options  
You can enjoy various ways of playback using PLAY MODE and REPEAT/ENTER.  
PLAY MODE button  
Each time you press the button, you can  
change the playback mode.  
“No indication”  
(Normal play)  
“1”  
(Play a single track)  
REPEAT/ENTER button  
“SHUF”  
(Play tracks in random order)  
REPEAT  
You can repeat play that is selected using  
PLAY MODE.  
“PGM”  
(Play tracks in your favorite order)  
ENTER  
You can select tracks for PGM play  
mode.  
u button  
./>  
buttons  
x/CHG button  
8
 
Playing tracks repeatedly (Repeat play)  
You can play tracks repeatedly in normal, single, shuffle and PGM play modes.  
During playback, press REPEAT/ENTER.  
Note on ./>  
During Repeat play, you can locate the first track after the last track by pressing > repeatedly.  
You can also locate the last track after first track by pressing . repeatedly.  
Playing a single track (Single play)  
During playback, press PLAY MODE  
repeatedly until “1” appears.  
Playing tracks in random order (Shuffle play)  
During playback, press PLAY MODE  
repeatedly until “SHUF” appears.  
9
 
Playing tracks in your favorite order (PGM play)  
You can program the CD player to play up to 64 tracks in your favorite order.  
During playback, press PLAY MODE  
repeatedly until “PGM” appears.  
1
Press . or > to select a track.  
2
Playing order Track number  
Press REPEAT/ENTER to enter  
the selected track.  
3
“00” appears and the playing order increases  
by one.  
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to select the tracks in your favorite order.  
4
Press u to start the PGM play.  
5
To check the program  
During programming:  
Press REPEAT/ENTER repeatedly before step 5.  
During the PGM play:  
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “PGM” flashes, then press REPEAT/ENTER.  
Each time you press REPEAT/ENTER, the track number appears.  
Notes  
• When you finish entering the 64th track in step 3, the first selected track appears in the display.  
• If you select more than 64 tracks, the first selected tracks are erased.  
10  
 
B Available features  
G-PROTECTION  
function  
Emphasizing the bass  
sound (SOUND)  
The G-PROTECTION function has been  
developed to provide excellent protection  
against sound skipping while jogging. This  
function provides a higher level of shock  
protection than the traditional one.  
You can emphasize the bass-boosted sound.  
Press SOUND to select “BASS  
“BASS .”  
” or  
“No indication”  
(Normal play)  
While jogging, be sure to hold your CD  
player with the OPEN switch facing upward.  
BASS  
BASS  
Set G-PROTECTION (under the lid) to  
“ON.”  
The selected sound mode is displayed.  
“BASS  
more than “BASS  
” enhances the bass sound  
”.  
To turn off the G-PROTECTION  
function  
Set G-PROTECTION to “OFF.”  
Note  
Note  
Sound may skip if:  
If the sound is distorted when using the SOUND  
function, turn down the volume.  
– the CD player receives stronger continuous  
shock than expected or  
– a dirty or scratched CD is played.  
11  
 
Protecting your hearing  
Locking the controls  
(AVLS)  
(HOLD)  
The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter  
System) function keeps down the maximum  
volume to protect your hearing.  
You can lock the controls on your CD player  
to prevent accidental button presses.  
Slide HOLD in the direction of the  
arrow.  
Set AVLS (in the battery compartment)  
to “LIMIT.”  
Displayed when the HOLD function is  
working.  
Flashes when the volume is turned up  
and beyond a certain level.  
You can use the HOLD function with both  
the CD player and remote control. You can  
still operate your CD player using the remote  
control when HOLD on the remote control is  
set to off.  
To turn off the AVLS function  
Set AVLS to “NORM.”  
To unlock the controls  
Slide HOLD in the opposite direction of the  
arrow.  
12  
 
Turning off the  
operation beep sound  
You can turn off the beep sound that is heard  
from your headphones/earphones when you  
operate your CD player.  
Remove the power source (AC  
1
power adaptor, rechargeable  
batteries or dry batteries) from the  
CD player.  
Connect the power source while  
pressing x/CHG on the CD player  
or x on the remote control.  
2
To turn on the beep sound  
Remove the power source and then connect  
the power source without pressing x/CHG  
or x.  
13  
 
B Connecting your CD player  
Notes  
Connecting a stereo  
system  
You can listen to CDs through a stereo  
system and record CDs on a cassette tape.  
For details, see the instruction manual that  
comes with the connected device.  
• Before you play a CD, turn down the volume of  
the connected device to avoid damaging the  
connected speakers.  
• Use the AC power adaptor for recording. If you  
use the rechargeable batteries or dry batteries as a  
power source, batteries may become completely  
depleted during recording.  
• Adjust the volume properly on the connected  
device so that the sound will not be distorted.  
Be sure to turn off all connected devices  
before making connections.  
When using the connecting cord  
You cannot adjust the volume of the  
headphones/earphones on the CD player or  
the remote control.  
• If the sound is distorted, connect the device  
to the i/REMOTE jack.  
• The SOUND function does not work.  
to LINE OUT  
Connecting cord  
Left (white)  
Right (red)  
Stereo system,  
cassette recorder,  
radio cassette  
recorder, etc.  
14  
 
Using your CD player in  
a car  
You can use your CD player in a car by  
connecting it to the car cassette deck.  
You cannot use the car mount plate for this  
CD player.  
When you use your CD player in a car,  
install it securely in a location that does not  
interfere with your driving.  
Optional car accessory needed  
To connect your CD player to a car cassette  
deck, you need the following car accessories  
in “Accessories (supplied/optional)”:  
• Car battery cord, and  
• Car connecting pack*  
For details, see the instruction manuals that  
come with the optional accessories.  
* Noise may be heard if you use an optional  
connecting cord. It is recommended that you use  
a Sony car connecting pack to reduce noise.  
Switched ignition function (when  
using the car battery cord)  
With this feature, your CD player stops  
automatically when you turn off the car  
engine (turn off the ignition key) even if the  
batteries are inserted in the CD player. This  
function is invalid depending on the car  
models.  
Note  
Use only the car battery cord listed in “Accessories  
(supplied/optional).” If you use any other car  
battery cord, a heat, smoke or malfunction may  
occur.  
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B Connecting a power source  
You can use the following power sources:  
• Rechargeable batteries  
• AC power adaptor (see “Playing a CD”)  
• LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries  
Connect the AC power adaptor to  
the DC IN 4.5 V jack of your CD  
player and an AC outlet, then  
press x/CHG to start charging.  
3
For the battery life and charging time of the  
rechargeable batteries, see “Specifications.”  
If the AC power adaptor does not fit the  
AC outlet, use the AC plug adaptor.  
x/CHG button  
Using the rechargeable  
batteries  
Charge the rechargeable batteries before  
using them for the first time. You can use  
only the following rechargeable batteries for  
your CD player.  
• NC-WMAA  
to DC IN 4.5 V  
• NH-WM2AA  
Open the battery compartment lid.  
1
AC power adaptor  
(rear)  
to an AC outlet  
The CD player charges the batteries. The  
“CHG” indicator turns on in the display,  
Insert two rechargeable batteries  
2
by matching the 3 to the diagram  
in the battery compartment and  
close the lid.  
and the indicator sections of  
light  
up in succession. When the batteries are  
completely charged, the “CHG” and  
indicators turn off.  
If you press x/CHG after the charge has  
already been completed, the  
indicator flashes and “Full” appears in  
the display.  
Disconnect the AC power adaptor.  
4
16  
 
To remove the rechargeable batteries  
Note on the rechargeable batteries  
Remove the batteries as illustrated below.  
If the battery is new or has not been used for  
a long time, it may not be charged  
completely until you charge and discharge it  
several times.  
Note on carrying the rechargeable  
batteries  
Use the supplied battery carrying case to  
prevent unexpected heat. If the rechargeable  
batteries and the metallic objects are  
contacted, heat or fire may occur due to a  
short circuit.  
When to charge the rechargeable  
batteries  
To attach the battery compartment lid  
You can check the remaining power of the  
batteries in the display.  
If the battery compartment lid is detached by  
an accidental drop, excessive force, etc.,  
attach it as illustrated below.  
Battery power is full.  
r
r
Battery power is getting low.  
r
r
Battery power is low.  
r
Lo batt* Batteries are depleted.  
* Beep sounds.  
To keep the original battery capacity for a  
long time, charge the batteries only when  
they are completely depleted.  
Notes  
• The indicator sections of  
roughly shows the  
remaining battery power. One section does not  
always indicate one-fourth of the battery power.  
• Depending on operating conditions, the indicator  
sections of  
may increase or decrease.  
When to replace the rechargeable  
batteries  
If the battery life becomes shorter by about  
half, replace the batteries with new  
rechargeable batteries.  
17  
 
Using dry batteries  
Use only the following dry battery type for  
your CD player:  
Notes on the power  
source  
Disconnect all power sources when the CD  
player is not used.  
• LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries  
Note  
On AC power adaptor  
Be sure to remove the AC power adaptor when  
using the dry batteries.  
• Use only the AC power adaptor supplied or  
recommended in “Accessories (supplied/  
optional).” Do not use any other AC power  
adaptor. It may cause a malfunction.  
Open the battery compartment lid.  
1
Polarity of the plug  
Insert two LR6 (size AA) batteries  
by matching the 3 to the diagram  
in the battery compartment.  
2
To remove the batteries  
Remove the batteries in the same way as  
rechargeable batteries.  
• When disconnecting the AC power adaptor  
from the AC outlet, grasp the adaptor  
itself. Do not pull it by the cord.  
• Do not touch the AC power adaptor with  
wet hands.  
When to replace the batteries  
You can check the remaining power of the  
batteries in the display.  
On rechargeable batteries  
and dry batteries  
Battery power is full.  
• Do not charge the dry batteries.  
• Do not throw the batteries into fire.  
• Do not carry the batteries with coins or  
other metallic objects. It can generate heat  
if the positive and negative terminals of the  
battery are accidentally contacted by a  
metallic object.  
• Do not mix rechargeable batteries with dry  
batteries.  
• Do not mix new batteries with old ones.  
• Do not use different types of batteries  
together.  
r
r
Battery power is getting low.  
r
r
Battery power is low.  
r
Lo batt* Batteries are depleted.  
* Beep sounds.  
• When the batteries are not to be used for a  
long time, remove them.  
When the batteries are depleted, replace both  
batteries with new ones.  
• If battery leakage occurs, wipe off any  
deposit in the battery compartment, and  
install new batteries. In case the deposit  
adheres to you, wash it off thoroughly.  
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B Additional information  
On headphones/earphones  
Road safety  
Precautions  
Do not use headphones/earphones while  
driving, cycling, or operating any motorized  
vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is  
illegal in some areas. It can also be  
potentially dangerous to play your headsets  
at high volume while walking, especially at  
pedestrian crossings. You should exercise  
extreme caution or discontinue use in  
potentially hazardous situations.  
On safety  
• Should any solid objects or liquid fall into  
the CD player, unplug it and have it  
checked by qualified personnel before  
operating it any further.  
• Do not put any foreign objects in the DC  
IN 4.5 V (external power input) jack.  
On the CD player  
• Keep the lens on the CD player clean and  
do not touch it. If you do so, the lens may  
be damaged and the CD player will not  
operate properly.  
Preventing hearing damage  
Avoid using headphones/earphones at high  
volume. Hearing experts advise against  
continuous, loud and extended play. If you  
experience a ringing in your ears, reduce  
volume or discontinue use.  
• Do not put any heavy object on top of the  
CD player. The CD player and the CD may  
be damaged.  
• Do not leave the CD player in a location  
near heat sources, or in a place subject to  
direct sunlight, excessive dust or sand,  
moisture, rain, mechanical shock,  
unleveled surface, or in a car with its  
windows closed.  
Consideration for others  
Keep the volume at a moderate level. This  
will allow you to hear outside sounds and to  
be considerate to the people around you.  
• If the CD player causes interference to the  
radio or television reception, turn off the  
CD player or move it away from the radio  
or television.  
Maintenance  
To clean the casing  
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water  
or a mild detergent solution. Do not use  
alcohol, benzine or thinner.  
On handling CDs  
• To keep the CD clean, handle it by its  
edge. Do not touch the surface.  
• Do not stick paper or tape onto the CD.  
Not these ways  
• Do not expose the CD to direct sunlight or  
heat sources such as hot air ducts. Do not  
leave the CD in a car parked under direct  
sunlight.  
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Troubleshooting  
Should any problem persist after you have checked these symptoms, consult your nearest Sony  
dealer.  
Symptom  
Cause and/or corrective actions  
The volume does not increase  
even if you press the VOLUME  
+ button repeatedly.  
c
c
Set the AVLS switch to “NORM.” (page 12)  
The headphones/earphones are connected to the LINE OUT jack.  
Connect them to the i/REMOTE jack.  
(page 6)  
No sound, or noise is heard.  
c
c
Connect the plugs firmly. (page 6)  
Plugs are dirty. Clean the plugs with a dry soft cloth periodically.  
The playing time is too short  
when powered with the dry  
batteries.  
c
Check that you are using alkaline batteries and not manganese  
batteries. (page 18)  
Replace the batteries with new LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries.  
(page 18)  
c
The playing time is too short  
when powered with the  
rechargeable batteries.  
c
Charge and discharge the rechargeable batteries several times.  
(pages 16, 17)  
When you press u, “Lo  
batt” or “00” appears in the  
display. The CD does not  
play.  
c
c
The rechargeable batteries are used up completely. Charge the  
batteries. (page 16)  
Replace the batteries with new LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries.  
(page 18)  
“HI dc In” appears in the  
display.  
c
c
Use only the AC power adaptor or car battery cord in “Accessories  
(supplied/optional).” (page 22)  
Remove all power sources, then insert the batteries or connect the  
AC power adaptor again. (pages 6, 16, 17, 18)  
The CD does not play or  
“no dISC” appears in the  
display when a CD is placed  
in the CD player.  
c
c
c
The CD is dirty or defective. (page 19)  
Check that the CD is inserted with the label side up. (page 6)  
Moisture condensation has occurred.  
Leave the CD player aside for several hours until the moisture  
evaporates.  
c
Close the lid of the battery compartment firmly.  
(page 16)  
c
c
Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly. (pages 16 - 18)  
Connect the AC power adaptor to an AC outlet securely. (page 6)  
“Hold” appears in the  
display when you press a  
button, and the CD does not  
play.  
c
The buttons are locked. Slide the HOLD switch back. (page 12)  
c
c
The CD player is connected to an audio device. Adjust the volume  
using the volume control on the connected device. (page 14)  
Cannot adjust the volume  
with the VOLUME +/– buttons  
on the CD player.  
The CD player does not start  
charging.  
During stop, press  
x/CHG. (page 16)  
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• AC power adaptor (DC IN 4.5 V jack):  
U2/CA2/E92/MX2 model: 120 V, 60 Hz  
CED/CET/CEW/CEX/CE7/EE/EE1/E13/G5/  
G6/G7/G8 model:  
Specifications  
System  
Compact disc digital audio system  
220 - 230 V, 50/60 Hz  
CEK/3CE7 model: 230 - 240 V, 50 Hz  
EA3 model: 110 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz  
AU2 model: 240 V, 50 Hz  
JE.W/E33 model: 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz  
HK2 model: 220 V, 50/60 Hz  
Laser diode properties  
Material: GaAlAs  
Wavelength: λ = 780 nm  
Emission duration: Continuous  
Laser output: Less than 44.6 µW  
(This output is the value measured at a distance  
of 200 mm from the objective lens surface on  
the optical pick-up block with 7 mm aperture.)  
AR1/CN2 model: 220 V, 50 Hz  
• Sony DCC-E245 car battery cord for use on  
car battery: 4.5 V DC  
Battery life* (approx. hours)  
(When you use the CD player on a flat and stable  
surface.)  
D-A conversion  
1-bit quartz time-axis control  
Playing time varies depending on how the CD  
player is used.  
Frequency response  
20 - 20,000 Hz +21 dB (measured by EIAJ CP-  
307)  
When using  
G-PROTECTION function  
on  
off  
Output (at 4.5 V input level)  
Line output (stereo minijack)  
Output level 0.7 V rms at 47 kilohms  
Recommended load impedance over 10  
kilohms  
Headphones (stereo minijack)  
Approx.5 mW + Approx. 5 mW at 16 ohms  
(Approx. 1 mW + Approx. 1 mW at 16 ohms)*  
*For the customers in France  
Two NC-WMAA  
(charged for  
about 3 hours**)  
8
7
NH-WM2AA  
(charged for  
about 4 hours**)  
18  
32  
15  
28  
Two alkaline  
batteries LR6  
Power requirements  
For the area code of the model you  
purchased, check the upper left side of the  
bar code on the package.  
* Measured value by the standard of EIAJ  
(Electronic Industries Association of Japan).  
** Charging time varies depending on how the  
rechargeable battery is used.  
• Two Sony NC-WMAA rechargeable  
batteries: 2.4 V DC  
• Sony NH-WM2AA rechargeable batteries:  
2.4 V DC  
Operating temperature  
5°C - 35°C (41°F - 95°F)  
• Two LR6 (size AA) batteries: 3 V DC  
Dimensions (w/h/d) (excluding  
projecting parts and controls)  
Approx. 131 × 29 × 136 mm  
(5 14 × 1 316 × 5 38 in.)  
Mass (excluding accessories)  
Approx. 190 g (6.7 oz.)  
Design and specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
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Optional accessories  
Accessories  
(supplied/optional)  
AC power adaptor  
AC-E45HG  
Active speaker system  
SRS-T1  
SRS-Z500  
Supplied accessories  
For the area code of the location in which you  
purchased the CD player, check the upper left side  
of the bar code on the package.  
Car battery cord  
DCC-E245  
Car battery cord with car connecting pack  
DCC-E26CP  
Car connecting pack  
Connecting cord  
CPA-9  
RK-G129HG  
RK-G136HG  
Rechargeable battery  
Earphones  
NH-WM2AA  
AC power adaptor (1)  
a
a
a
MDR-E848LP  
MDR-EX70LP  
Headphones/earphones  
with remote control (1)  
Headphones  
MDR-A44L  
MDR-A110LP  
Headphones/earphones (1)  
Rechargeable batteries (2)  
Battery carrying case (1)  
a
a
a
When connecting optional  
headphones/earphones to the  
supplied remote control  
Use only headphones with stereo mini plugs.  
You cannot use headphones with micro  
plugs.  
Stereo miniplug  
Micro plug  
Your dealer may not handle some of the  
above listed accessories. Please ask the  
dealer for detailed information about the  
accessories in your country.  
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