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  • Yamaha YAS-706 | Owners Manual - Page 1
    Front Surround System Owner's Manual English Read the supplied booklet "Quick Start Guide" before using the unit. EN
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    SETTINGS Settings 43 Setup menu...43 Configuring 4K video mode 51 Updating the unit's firmware 52 Initializing the unit 53 APPENDIX Troubleshooting 54 Pairing the center unit and subwoofer 62 Specifications 63 About this manual NOTE This indicates precautions for use of the product and its
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    following items. The YAS-706 Preparing the remote control Peel off the protection sheet before use. Center unit (YAS-CU706) Supplied accessories Cover (for the TV remote repeater) • Owner's Manual CD-ROM • Quick Start Guide • MusicCast Setup Guide * The China model comes with a coaxial
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    MusicCast Setup Guide", or visit the Yamaha website for details. Search for "MusicCast CONTROLLER" on the App Store or Google Play. • Transmission of 4K high dynamic range (HDR) video supported and narration, clearer (p. 19). * In this manual, iOS and Android mobile devices are collectively referred
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    or vice versa? A5 Yes. Sound from one MusicCast-enabled audio device can be played on another MusicCast-enabled audio device at the same time. Note that all devices must support MusicCast. Tap in the MusicCast CONTROLLER app's Rooms screen, and follow the on-screen instructions to set up the master
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    ) 1 STATUS TV HDMI1 COAXIAL ANALOG BLUETOOTH SURROUND HDMI2 NET 87 9 7 2 show the operation and setting status. In this manual, illustrations of the nine in-line indicators are key Use to connect the unit to a network using the MusicCast CONTROLLER app (p. 27). 3 (input) key Select an input
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    2 56 7 8 90 A R L TV COAXIAL NETWORK ANALOG SUBWOOFER OUT SYSTEM CONNECTOR UPDATE ONLY 1 Power cable For connecting to an AC wall outlet (p. 14). 2 TV remote using a wired connection (p. 15). A UPDATE ONLY jack Use to update this unit's firmware (p. 53). PREPARATION ➤ Part names and
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    1 1 Power cable For connecting to an AC wall outlet (p. 14). 2 SUBWOOFER PAIRING key Used to pair the center unit with the subwoofer manually (p. 62). Use a pin or other pointed object to press this key. 3 STATUS indicator Shows subwoofer's connection status (p. 15). Glows green: Power on
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    on a TV stand (p. 10) or mounted on a wall (p. 10). It is equipped with remote sensors positioned to support installation on a TV stand or mounting on a wall. • To prevent sound reflecting off of walls, angle the subwoofer slightly toward the center of the room. Subwoofer 8JSFMFTTDPOOFDUJPOT The
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    dry wall. • Make sure you use commercially available screws that can support the weight of the installation (specified in Step 2 on the next Check that the center unit is fixed securely after the installation. Yamaha will bear no responsibility for any accidents caused by improper installations.
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    How to mount the center unit on the wall 1 Attach the mounting template on a wall and mark for the screw holes. Tapes or thumbtacks Mounting template (supplied) Screw holes 2 Remove the mounting template from the wall, then install commercially available screws (as illustrated below) at the points
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    ARC-compatible HDMI input HDMI OUT (ARC) HDMI (ARC) HDMI TVs that do not support Audio Return Channel (ARC) Connect the TV to the unit with an HDMI cable ( an audio cable as well as an HDMI cable. If, however, the TV supports Audio Return Channel (ARC), TV audio signals can be input to the unit
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    has an HDMI output jack. HDMI connection Connect a video device to the unit with an HDMI cable (not supplied). NOTE • This unit supports HDCP version 2.2, a copy protection technology. Center unit (rear) Video device Coaxial connection Connect a video device to this unit via a coaxial digital
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    Analog connection Connect a video device to this unit via a stereo cable (not supplied). Next, connect the video device's video output to the TV's video input. Center unit (rear) Video device To video output jack ANALOG input jacks R L ANALOG R L AUDIO L L R R Audio output (analog)
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    sound is intermittent, due to the influence of radio waves from other devices, connecting the center unit and subwoofer via cables will When the center unit is turned on, the center unit and solve the problem on, pair the center unit and subwoofer manually. See "Pairing the center unit and
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    Displaying the menu screen on the TV Visual operation of this unit is possible by displaying its menu screen on the TV. Turn on the unit and the TV, and then use the input button on the TV's remote control to switch input so that video input from this unit is displayed. When this unit and the TV
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    " menu appears on the TV. / ENTER RETURN SETUP Follow the on-screen instructions to use an iOS device (iPhone, etc.) to connect the unit to (p. 41)). Connecting the unit to a wireless network is simpler when the MusicCast CONTROLLER app installed on your mobile device is used. Press the RETURN key
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    The indicator for the selected input source glows. (Example: when TV is selected) TV HDMI1 COAXIAL ANALOG BLUETOOTH HDMI2 NET HDMI 1 (green) HDMI 2 (red) BLUETOOTH (green) NET (red) HINT • To play sound from the device connected to the TV or to watch video from the device, set the TV's input
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    7 4 BASS EXTENSION key Enable/disable the bass extension function. When this function is enabled, you can enjoy a powerful bass sound with the Yamaha original bass boost technology "Advanced Bass Extension Processing." CLEAR VOICE key Enable/disable the clear voice function. When this function is
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    is assigned to the NET RADIO 1, 2, or 3 key on the remote control, the same station is also registered with No. 1, 2, or 3 in the MusicCast CONTROLLER app's "Favorites". When an Internet radio Volume down (-) Volume up (+) station is registered with No. 1, 2, or 3 in "Favorites" with the
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    10 INFO key While the INFO key is held down, status, including the type of audio signal being input and whether the clear voice function is enabled or disabled, can be confirmed by the glowing of indicators. Type of audio signal being input TV audio input signal with the ARC function activated
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    /DVD player is selected with the TV's remote control. • The input source can be switched while the unit is off. HINT • Even if your TV supports the HDMI control function, some functions may not be available. For details, refer to documentation supplied with your TV. • We suggest using devices (TV
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    than 10 m (33 ft) from the unit when connecting the two. • Refer to "Bluetooth" (p. 58) in "Troubleshooting" if a Bluetooth connection cannot be established. • Adjust the Bluetooth device's volume as needed. Bluetooth device (such as a mobile device) 5SBOTNJUUJOHBVEJPUPB#MVFUPPUIEFWJDF Use
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    . Terminate this connection to connect a new device. 2 Enable the Bluetooth function on the Bluetooth device. 3 Select "YAS-706 xxxxxx Bluetooth"* in the Bluetooth device list on the device. * If the unit is registered as a MusicCast-enabled device (p. 27), the room name (network name) is displayed
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    via the unit. NOTE • Use a Bluetooth device that supports the A2DP profile. • Audio input using AirPlay, or from a Bluetooth device, cannot be transmitted to other Bluetooth devices for playback. HINT • Audio will also be output from the unit. • The MusicCast CONTROLLER app installed on your mobile
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    AirPlay can be used to play music files without using the MusicCast CONTROLLER app. NOTE • To use network function, the unit, manually, apply the same subnet used by this unit to all devices. • Use of a broadband connection is recommended when using Internet services. HINT • If your router supports
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    (access point) to use a network. Refer to the following for instructions on connecting to a wireless router (access point). • Using the MusicCast CONTROLLER app (p. 27) • Using connection methods other than the MusicCast CONTROLLER app (p. 30 to 36) Internet Wireless router (access point) Modem
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    a screen like that below is displayed, follow the on-screen instructions to configure network settings. 1. Use the Home button on your mobile " from "CHOOSE A NETWORK...". 4. Use the Home button to return to the MusicCast CONTROLLER app. 4 Hold down the CONNECT key on the unit until the the unit
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    name, and the name and photo of the room where the unit is installed can be changed later. HINT • If a different MusicCast-enabled device is already registered with the MusicCast CONTROLLER app, tap (Setup) in the room selection screen, and then select "Add New Device" to add the unit to the
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    setup menu on the unit to connect to a wireless network without using the MusicCast CONTROLLER app. • Sharing the iOS device setting (p. 30) • Using the for a wireless router (access point) (p. 32) • Setting up the wireless connection manually (p. 34) • Using the WPS PIN code (p. 36) NOTE • Once the
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    Display the Wi-Fi setup screen on the iOS device and select the unit from "SETUP A NEW AIRPLAY SPEAKER...". Follow the on-screen instructions displayed on the iOS device. Using the WPS push button configuration A wireless connection can be established by pressing WPS button on the wireless router
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    connection if your wireless router (access point) is configured so that it does not broadcast its SSID. See "Setting up the wireless connection manually" (p. 34) to establish a connection. 9 Press the SETUP key to exit the setup menu. About WPS WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a standard established
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    connection if your wireless router (access point) is configured so that it does not broadcast its SSID. See "Setting up the wireless connection manually" (p. 34) to establish a connection. 12 Press the SETUP key to exit the setup menu. []/[]: Move the cursor left and right. [Space]: Enter a space
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    S/T keys to select "SSID". 9 Use the W/X/S/T keys and the ENTER key to enter the SSID of the access point. 7 Use the S/T keys to select "Manual Setting", and then press the ENTER key. []/[]: Move the cursor left and right. [Space]: Enter a space. [BKSP]: Delete the character to the left of the
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    // / ENTER SETUP 10 Use the S/T keys to select "Security" and the W/X keys to select the encryption method. Settings None, WEP, WPA2-PSK (AES), Mixed Mode NOTE • As communications are not encrypted when "None" is selected, selecting this option poses the risk that third parties may access the unit
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    PIN code Register the unit's PIN code with your wireless router (access point) to establish a connection. This procedure applies if your wireless router (access point) supports the WPS PIN feature. 1 Press the z key to turn on this unit. 2 Turn on the TV and switch the TV input to display video from
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    point). Wireless Direct supports the following. − Operation of the unit using a mobile device to which the dedicated MusicCast CONTROLLER app has unit cannot connect to the Internet. Therefore, you cannot use any kind of Internet service such as Internet radio. 1 Press the z key to turn on this unit
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    // / ENTER SETUP 9 Use the W/X/S/T and ENTER keys to enter the security key. Enter either 8 to 63 character string, or 64 hexadecimal (base 16) keys. HINT • Hexadecimal (base 16) keys use combinations of the numbers 0 through 9 and the letters a through f. Letters are not case sensitive. []/[]:
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    network connection. In this case, use the wired network connection. Supported File formats File Sampling frequency (kHz) WAV* 32 to 192 on-screen instructions to select a song. HINT • When a music file is registered with No. 1, 2, or 3 in "Favorites" with the MusicCast CONTROLLER app,
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    able to receive some Internet radio stations. • The unit uses the vTuner Internet radio station database service. This service may be discontinued without notice. Playback of Internet radio Use the MusicCast CONTROLLER app (p. 27) installed on your mobile device to select an Internet radio station
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    to connect to the selected network Name of the selected network Name of the unit NOTE • If the unit is connected to a network using the MusicCast CONTROLLER app (p. 27), network settings will be changed to those of the
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    as the audio output device. iTunes (example) iPod (example) iPod touch YAS-706 YAS-706 The unit 3 Select a song and start playback. To operate playback, use • Register the unit as a MusicCast-enabled device (p. 27) before playing music files. 1 Use the MusicCast CONTROLLER app to select the unit
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    sound effects, channel volume control, and HDMI settings. The setup menu is displayed on, and operated from, the TV screen. See "Displaying the menu screen on the TV" (p. 16) for instructions on the screen (p. 17, 49). • If an update for the unit's firmware is available, an envelope icon ( ) will be
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    Update Function Specify dynamic range. Specify audio output timing. Specify audio output timing when distributing sound from the unit to other MusicCast-enabled devices. Specify whether the subwoofer will be connected via a wired or wireless connection. Manually this unit's firmware version. Page
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    is not available when all of the following conditions are met. − "Audio Delay (LINK)" (p. 45) is set to "Audio Sync". − Sound (an input source other than BLUETOOTH or NET) is distributed from this unit to other MusicCastenabled devices. − "Link Control" is set to "Standard (default)" or "Speed Boost
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    . HINT • Set the HDMI control function to "On" when a TV that supports audio return channel (ARC) is used (p. 12), or when using the HDMI can be transmitted to Bluetooth speakers or headphones. Device Search Setup Menu ➜ Bluetooth ➜ Device Search Select the Bluetooth speakers or headphones to
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    Subnet Mask Default Gateway DNS Server (P) DNS Server (S) vTuner ID The connection status of the NETWORK jack Connection method The connection status of MusicCast Network The access point to which the unit is connected The encryption method for your network MAC address (Ethernet/Wi-Fi) IP address
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    IP address). • DHCP Select whether to use a DHCP server. Settings Off On (default) The DHCP server is not used. Configure the network parameters manually. For details, see "Manual network settings". The DHCP server is used to automatically obtain the unit's network parameters (such as IP address
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    the MusicCast CONTROLLER app installed on your mobile device. When a Bluetooth device Update Setup Menu ➜ Network ➜ Network Update Update the firmware via the network. Perform Update This option is available after a new firmware has been released. For details, see "Updating the unit's firmware
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    operations for 8 hours − No audio input and no operations for 20 minutes when HDMI 1-2, BLUETOOTH or NET is selected as the input source. The auto power standby function can also be Information ➜ System Display the version of firmware currently installed on this unit. SETTINGS ➤ Setup menu En 50
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    occur, select Mode 2. 4K (60 Hz/50 Hz) signals are input and output in 4:2:0 format. * When Mode 1 is selected, use a high-speed HDMI cable that supports bandwidth of 18 Gbps. 1 Turn off the unit. 2 Hold down the CONNECT key and press the key on the unit. CONNECT The selected 4K video
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    via HDMI. • Update firmware using the dedicated MusicCast CONTROLLER app installed on a mobile device. Follow MusicCast CONTROLLER guides to operate the app and update the firmware. Cautions • Do not operate the unit or disconnect the power cable or network cable during firmware update. • If the
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    connection of a USB flash drive Download the latest firmware version from the Yamaha website to a USB flash drive, which can then be used to update the unit's firmware. See information provided when updating firmware for details. 1 Save this unit's firmware to a USB flash drive. 2 Turn off the unit
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    Troubleshooting Refer to the table below when the unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instructions below do not help, turn off the unit, disconnect the power cable, and contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service BLUETOOTH,
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    Set to "AMP" (p. 46). When connecting ARC (Audio Return Channel) supported TV and this unit using an HDMI cable only, set "HDMI Control" to speakers. Refer to the "No sound is coming from the subwoofer." and "The volume of the subwoofer is low." problems (p. 56). Turn up the Troubleshooting En 55
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    (p. 20). Disconnect the power cable, and contact your nearest Yamaha dealer or service center to request repair. Set it to "Wired" (p. supports the supplied subwoofer NS-WSW121 only. Connect the cables firmly (p. 15). Move the subwoofer closer to the center unit. If the problem Troubleshooting En 56
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    sound bars, etc.) other than the unit are connected to the TV or a playback device with an HDMI cable. "HDMI Control" is set to "Off". The TV does not support Adjust timing of sound output manually from "Audio Delay" in the setup menu (p. 45). Remote control Problem The unit Troubleshooting En 57
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    Bluetooth Receiving Problem Unable to connect the unit to a Bluetooth device. No sound is heard or the sound is intermittent via the unit. Cause "Bluetooth" is set to "Off". Bluetooth is not selected as the input source. Another Bluetooth device is connected. A Bluetooth adaptor, etc. that you want
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    Problem Cannot make the unit connected to the Bluetooth device. No sound is heard or the sound is intermittent via the Bluetooth device. Cause "Bluetooth" is set to "Off". "Transmission" is set to "Off". Another Bluetooth device is connected. The device does not support Perform Bluetooth connection
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    Network Problem The network feature does not On" on the unit (p. 48). If you want to configure the network parameters manually, check that you are using an IP address which is not used by other file format supported by both the unit and the media server (p. 39). APPENDIX ➤ Troubleshooting En 60
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    Problem The Internet radio cannot be played. The dedicated apps for mobile device does not detect the unit. Firmware update via the network (Network Update point). Remedy There may be a network problem at the radio station, or the service may have been stopped. Try the station Troubleshooting En 61
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    a problem occurs (e.g., the STATUS indicator on the subwoofer does not glow green), follow the instructions below to pair the center unit and subwoofer manually. 1 the problem persists, refer to "No sound is coming from the subwoofer." in "Troubleshooting" (p. 56). APPENDIX ➤ Troubleshooting En 62
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    TV) 1 (COAXIAL) 1 pair (ANALOG) 1 (HDMI OUT (ARC)) 1 (SUBWOOFER OUT) 1 (SYSTEM CONNECTOR) 1 (UPDATE ONLY) 1 (NETWORK) Network Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) Bluetooth Item Specifications Ethernet standard: 100BASE-T/10BASE-T Supported codecs WAV (PCM format only) /AIFF/FLAC: up to 192 kHz ALAC: up to 96
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    : 1.0 W HDMI Control Off, Network Standby On (Wired/Wi-Fi/Wireless Direct/Bluetooth): 1.9/2.0/2.0/1.7 W HDMI Control On, Network Standby On: 2.5 W 950 x 72 distance 10 m (33 ft) (without obstructions) Power supply U.S.A. and Canada models: AC 120 V, 60 Hz Taiwan model: AC 110-120 V, 60
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    media 2ch, 32-192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit TV Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, TV DTS The contents of this manual apply to the latest specifications as of the publishing date. To obtain the latest manual, access the Yamaha website then download the manual file. APPENDIX ➤ Specifications En 65
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    Yamaha's AIR SURROUND XTREME virtual sound technology that achieves superior positional, high-grade 7.1 channel surround sound using the sound bar. MusicCast is a trademark or registered trademark of Yamaha Yamaha Corporation website (http://download.yamaha.com/sourcecodes/musiccast/). Bluetooth
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    Yamaha Global Site http://www.yamaha.com/ Yamaha Downloads http://download.yamaha.com/ Manual Development Group © 2016 Yamaha Corporation Published 06/2016 KS-C0 YH958A0/EN
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Front Surround System
Owner’s Manual
Read the supplied booklet “Quick Start Guide” before using the unit.
English
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