About The Manuals and Notations Used Types of Manual The documentation for your EPSON projector is divided into the following three manuals. The manuals cover the following topics. Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms This manual contains information on using the projector safely, and also includes world- wide warranty terms and a troubleshooting check sheet.
Unpacking the Projector When you unpack the projector, make sure that you have all these components. If any of the components are missing or incorrect, please contact the place of purchase. Projector (with lens cover) Computer cable (mini D-Sub 15-pin/mini D- Sub 15-pin 1.8 m (6 ft.))
Compact and lightweight The projector has a compact body with a footprint the size of a B5 page (19 (D) x 27.6 (W) x 7 (H) cm (7.5 (D) x 10.9 (w) x 2.8 (H))) and is light in weight (approximately 1.9 kg.
Projecting RGB Video Images... 25 Playing Sound from the Video Equipment ... 26 Basic Operations Turning On the Projector ... 28 Connecting the Power Cable... 28 Turning On the Power and Projecting Images ... 29 Turning Off the Projector ... 31 Adjusting the Screen Image...
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Adjusting the Image Quality ... 37 Focusing the Screen Image ... 37 Adjusting Computer Images ... 37 Selecting the Colour Mode ... 40 Advanced Operations Functions for Enhancing Projection ... 42 A/V Mute ... 42 Freeze... 43 Wide-screen Projection of Component Video and Video Images (Changing the Aspect Ratio) ...
Before Using the Projector This chapter describes the procedures for setting up the projector before use. Part Names and Functions ...8 • Front/Top ... 8 • Control Panel... 9 • Rear ... 10 • Base ... 10 • Remote Control ... 11 Before Using the Remote Control ...12...
Receives signals from the remote control. • • • • Flashes or lights in different colours to indicate problems with the projector or that the projection lamp needs to be replaced. • • • • Power indicator (p.61) Flashes or lights in different...
Control Panel • • • • [Power] button (p.29, 31) Turns the projector power on and off. • • • • [Source] button (p.30) Switches the input source between the Computer/Component Video port, S- Video port and Video port each time the button is pressed.
Part Names and Functions Rear • • • • Video port (p.23) Inputs composite video the projector from other video sources. Use the RCA video cable for this connection. • • • • S-Video port (p.24) Inputs S-Video signals to the projector from other video sources.
Acts as a mouse right-click when using the remote control as a wireless mouse. [Power] button (p.29, 31) Turns the projector power on and off. [Color Mode] button (p.40) Selects the colour mode. The colour mode changes in the order of Normal,...
Tip : • Do not allow sunlight or light from fluorescent lamps to shine directly onto the projector's remote control light-receiving areas, otherwise it may interfere with the reception of signals from the remote control. • If delays in the responsiveness of the remote control occur or if it does not operate after it has been used for some time, it probably means that the battery is getting flat.
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Remote Operating Range Use the remote control within the ranges indicated below. If the distance or angle between the remote control and the remote control light-receiving area is outside the normal operating range, the remote control may not work. Operating distance Approx.
• Front projection • Front/ceiling projection * A special method of installation is required in order to suspend the projector from the ceiling. Please contact the place of purchase if you would like to use this installation method. The optional ceiling mount is required when installing the projector to the ceiling.
Tip : • The projector's lens allows a zoom ratio of up to about 1.16. The image size at the maximum zoom setting is about 1.16 times bigger than the image size at the minimum zoom setting.
When connecting the projector to a computer, be sure to check the following. • Turn off the power for both the projector and the computer before connecting them. If the power for either device is on at the time of connection, damage may result.
• Change the "Input Signal" setting in the "Video" menu to "RGB" after making the connections. (p.47) • If more than one external component is connected to the projector, use the [Source] button on the projector's control panel or the [Computer] button on the remote control to select the Computer port as the input source.
If the Monitor Port is a 5BNC Use the optional VGA-HD15 PC cable to connect the Computer/Component Video port at the rear of the projector to the monitor port of the computer. See "Appendices: Optional Accessories" (p.82) To monitor port Tip : •...
• Change the "Input Signal" setting in the "Video" menu to "RGB" after making the connections. (p.47) • If more than one external component is connected to the projector, use the [Source] button on the projector's control panel or the [Computer] button on the remote control to select the Computer port as the input source.
Connecting to a Computer Playing Sound from the Computer The projector has a single built-in speaker with a maximum output of 1 W. If the computer that is connected to the projector has an audio output port, you can output sound from the computer through the projector's speaker by...
You can use the remote control as a wireless mouse to control the mouse pointer on the computer screen. To do this, you must use the accessory USB connect the USB port of the computer to the USB port at the rear of the projector. Computer Windows 98/2000/Me/...
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Connecting to a Computer Once the connection has been made, the mouse pointer can be operated as follows. Moving the mouse pointer Press the [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] button to move the mouse pointer in the direction of the button pressed.
When connecting the projector to other video sources, take the following precautions. • Turn off the power for both the projector and the video source before connecting them. If the power for either device is on at the time of connection, damage may result.
• Change the "Input Signal" setting in the "Video" menu to "YCbCr " or "YPbPr " after making the connections. (p.49) • If more than one external component is connected to the projector, use the [Source] button on the projector's control panel or the [Computer] button on the remote control to set the input source to "YCbCr "...
RGB video is used when RGB signals that have copy protection added are input and projected. Use the accessory computer cable to connect the video source to the Computer/Component Video port on the rear of the projector. To RGB output port Tip : •...
Connecting to a Video Source Playing Sound from the Video Equipment The projector has a single built-in speaker with a maximum output of 1 W. You can output sound from the video equipment through the projector's speaker by connecting the video equipment's audio output port and the Audio-In port (stereo mini jack) at the rear of the projector using a stereo mini jack audio cable (commercially-available).
Basic Operations This chapter describes basic operations such as turning projection on and off and adjusting the projected images. Turning On the Projector ...28 • Connecting the Power Cable... 28 • Turning On the Power and Projecting Images... 29 Turning Off the Projector ...31 Adjusting the Screen Image ...33...
Be sure to read the separate Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms before projecting images. Connecting the Power Cable Procedure Check that the power is turned off for the projector and all components connected to the projector. Connect the computer or other video source to the projector. (p.17, 23) Remove the lens cover.
(it normally takes about 40 seconds to change). Tip : The projector's control panel and remote control buttons cannot be operated while the Power indicator is flashing green. Depending on the settings, the message "No-Signal." may appear. See "Setting" - "No- Signal Msg."...
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• If a laptop computer or a computer with an LCD screen has been connected to the projector, the images may not be projected straight away. After making the connections, check that the computer has been set up to output signals externally.
Turning Off the Projector Follow the procedure below to turn off the power of the projector. Procedure Turn off the power for the signal sources that are connected to the projector. Check that the power for all connected components has been turned off.
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Caution : Do not disconnect the power cable from the outlet while the Power indicator is still flashing orange, otherwise it may result in errors in projector operation and reduce the lamp unit operating life. Retract the front adjustable feet if they are extended.
Tip : The E-Zoom function lets you enlarge parts of the image. (p.45) Procedure Turn the zoom ring on the projector to adjust the image. The image can be enlarged in this way to 1.16 times the normal size.
Centre of lens If it is not possible to set up the projector so that it is perpendicular to the screen, it can be set up at a slight vertical angle instead. You can extend or retract the front adjustable feet to adjust the projection angle within a maximum range of 11º.
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To retract the front adjustable feet, gently push down on the projector while pressing the two foot adjust buttons. Tip : • If the projector is tilted horizontally, turn the bases of the front adjustable feet to adjust the angle. Front adjustable foot...
• If the value displayed in the gauge on the screen stops changing when keystone correction is being carried out, it indicates that the limit for keystone correction has been exceeded. Check that the projector has not been set up at an angle which exceeds the proper limit.
If this happens, clean or de-mist the lens. (p.66, 72) • If the projector is positioned outside the normal projecting range of 1.0–11.7 m (3.2– 38.5 ft.), it may not be possible to obtain the correct focus. If you have trouble obtaining the correct focus, check the projection distance.
Adjusting the Image Quality • If you press the [Auto] button while the E-Zoom or Freeze function is being used or while a configuration menu or help menu is being displayed, the function will be cancelled when you press the [Auto] button, and then the adjustment will be carried out.
Adjusting the Sync If flickering, fuzziness or interference appear in images that are input from the computer, and this cannot be fixed using automatic setup, you will need to adjust the sync using the following procedure. Procedure Press the [Menu] button on the remote control, and then select "Sync."...
(p.47, 49) Application Images conform to the sRGB colour standard. If the connected source has an sRGB mode, set both the projector and the connected signal source to sRGB. Brightness is emphasised. For presentation in bright rooms. Images are modulated using their original tints, with no colour enhancement.
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Advanced Operations This chapter describes functions for enhancing the projection of images, and how to use the configuration menus. Functions for Enhancing Projection...42 • A/V Mute ... 42 • Freeze ... 43 • Wide-screen Projection of Component Video and Video Images (Changing the Aspect Ratio)...
(p.51) Solid black Solid blue User's logo Default setting Tip : The default user's logo is the EPSON logo. You can change the user's logo by recording and setting your own logo. (p.80)
Freeze This function pauses only the projected images. The sound keeps playing without pausing. The image source will still be playing back the images even while projection is paused, and so it will not be possible to resume projection from the point where it was paused.
Functions for Enhancing Projection Wide-screen Projection of Component Video and Video Images (Changing the Aspect Ratio) This function changes the aspect ratio component video images (YCbCr and YPbPr) or video images (S-Video or composite video) are being projected. Images which have been recorded in digital video or onto DVDs can be viewed in 16:9 wide-screen format.
E-Zoom This function lets you enlarge and reduce a part of projected images such as graphs and tables. Procedure Press the [E-Zoom remote control. A cursor (cross) indicating the centre point for the area to be enlarged will appear on the screen. Move the cross to the area of the image that is to be enlarged or reduced.
Using the Configuration Menu Functions The configuration menus can be used to carry out a variety of settings and adjustments. The menus have a hierarchical structure, with a main menu that is divided into sub-menus, which are further divided into other sub-menus. The remote control is used to operate the menus.
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"Video" Menu Sub-menu Position Moves the image display position vertically and horizontally. • Press the [Enter] button and make the adjustment using the display position adjustment sub-menu that appears. Tracking Adjusts computer images when vertical stripes appear in the images. Sync.
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Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Reset Resets all adjustment values for the "Video" menu functions except for the "Input Signal" setting to their default settings. • Press the [Enter] button to display the confirmation screen, and select "Yes". • Select "Reset All" to return all menu settings to their default settings.
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Sub-menu Color Mode Corrects the vividness of the image colour. The settings can be saved separately for each type of source (computer or video source). You can select from six different quality settings depending on the surroundings. • sRGB : Images conform to the sRGB standard.* •...
Using the Configuration Menu Functions "Audio" Menu Video Volume Audio Tone Setting Reset User's Logo Advanced About Reset All : Select : Enter Sub-menu Volume Adjusts the volume. Tone Adjusts the tone. Reset Resets all adjustment values for the "Audio" menu functions to their default settings.
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Auto Sets the function for automatically correcting keystone Keystone distortion when the angle of the projector has been adjusted to ON or OFF. This function is only enabled when the "Rear Proj. " and "Ceiling" commands in the "Advanced" menu are set to "OFF". If either "Rear Proj. "...
Sets whether the startup screen is displayed or not. Screen • To change the user's logo, you need to record and set your own logo. Execute Function Select [English] ON OFF Color Temp. Adjust ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF Execute Function Default EPSON logo Default English...
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When set to "ON", the projected images are horizontally reversed. Ceiling Use when installing the projector to a ceiling. When set to "ON", the projected images are horizontally and vertically reversed. Link21L Sets whether the "EMP Link21L " utility software is being used or not.
Using the Configuration Menu Functions "About" Menu • The "About" menu shows the setting details for the current image source. • The "Lamp" item appears as 0H for 0–10 hours, and after that, it appears in units of 1 hour. Computer/RGB video/ Component video (Analogue-RGB, YCbCr , YPbPr )
Sub-menu SYNC Mode Displays the sync attributes. (Does not appear when the input source is composite video or S-Video.) Resolution Displays the input resolution. (Does not appear when the input source is composite video or S-Video.) Refresh Displays the refresh rate. Rate (Does not appear when the input source is composite video or S-Video.)
Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menus The configuration menus can be operated using the remote control only. Procedure Press the [Menu] button on the remote control. The main menu will be displayed. Select a menu item. Press the [ ] or [ ] button to move to an item to be selected.
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Select a setting value. Press the [ ] and [ ] buttons to change the setting value. For commands which have ON/OFF settings, use the [ ] and [ ] buttons to select the desired setting, and then press the [Enter] button. Tip : •...
Troubleshooting This section describes how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found. Using the Help ...60 When Having Some Trouble ...61 • Power Indicator... 61 • (Warning) Indicator ... 62 When the Indicators Provide No Help...64...
Using the Help If a problem occurs with the projector, the Help function uses on-screen displays to assist you in solving the problem. It uses a series of menus in a question and answer format. Procedure Press the [Help] button on the projector's control panel.
When Having Some Trouble If you are having a problem with the projector, first check the projector's indicators. The projector is provided with the following two indicators. These indicators alert you to problems with projector operation. Power indicator The following tables show what the indicators mean and how to remedy problems that they indicate.
[Power] button on either the projector's control panel or the remote control to turn it back on. If the projector continues to overheat even after the above points have been checked, or if the indicators show a problem...
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Tip : • If the projector is not operating properly even though the indicators are all showing normal, refer to "When the Indicators Provide No Help" on the following page. • If an indicator is showing a status which does not appear in the previous tables, contact your dealer or the nearest address provided at "International Warranty...
• Was the power turned off and then straight back on again? After the power is turned off (during cool-down ), the [Power] buttons on the projector's control panel and the remote control will not work. Wait until cool-down has finished. You can then use the [Power] buttons. (p.31) •...
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• • • • The whole image is The recommended distance from the projector to the screen out of focus is within 1.0–11.7 m (3.2–38.5 ft.). Set up the projector so that the projection distance is within this range. (p.15)
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• Is the lens dirty? (p.72) • Has condensation formed on the lens? If the projector is suddenly taken from a cold environment to a warm environment, condensation may form on the surface of the lens, and this may cause the images to appear fuzzy.
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• Are the image signal format settings correct? If a computer, component video connected to the projector, use the "Input Signal" command in the "Video" menu to select the signal format which matches the signal connected source. (p.47, 49) If a composite video the projector, use the "Video Signal"...
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"YPbPr" or "YCbCr" when a computer is connected, the projected images will appear purplish. If a computer, component video connected to the projector, use the "Input Signal" command in the "Video" menu to select the signal format which matches the signal connected source. (p.47, 49)
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• Has the volume been adjusted to the minimum setting? (p.50) • Is A/V Mute mode active? The projector may be in A/V Mute mode. Press the [A/V Mute] button on the remote control to cancel the A/V Mute. (p.42) The remote control does not work •...
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The power does not turn off (after the [Power] button is pressed) • The Power indicator remains orange. This projector is designed so that the Power indicator remains lit even when after the power has been turned off. The Power indicator will switch off when the power cable is disconnected from the electrical outlet.
Appendices This chapter provides information on maintenance procedures to ensure the best level of performance for the projector for a long time. Maintenance...72 • Cleaning ... 72 • Cleaning the Projector Case... 72 • Cleaning the Lens ... 72 • Cleaning the Air Filter ... 73 •...
If the projector is particularly dirty, moisten the cloth with water containing a small amount of neutral detergent, and then firmly wring the cloth dry before using it to wipe the projector case. Then wipe the case again with a soft, dry cloth.
Cleaning the Air Filter If the air filter becomes clogged with dust, it can cause overheating and damage the projector. While keeping the projector horizontal, use a vacuum cleaner to clean away the dust from the air filter. Tip : •...
Maintenance Replacing Consumables This section describes how to replace the remote control battery, the lamp and the air filter. Inserting the Battery Use the following type of battery as a replacement. 1 CR2025 lithium battery Caution : Be sure to read the Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms before handling the battery.
Lamp Replacement Period It is time to replace the lamp when: • The message "Lamp Replace." appears on the screen for 30 seconds when projection starts A message will be displayed. • When the (Warning) indicator is flashing red at 0.5-second intervals •...
• If the lamp stops working and needs to be replaced, there is the danger that the lamp may break when handled. If replacing the lamp of a projector that has been installed to the ceiling, you should always assume that the lamp is broken and remove the lamp cover very carefully.
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Take out the lamp. Hold the lamp by the two recesses on the side to lift it up and out from the projector. Install the new lamp. Hold the lamp so that it faces the correct way to fit into the projector, and then insert the lamp until it clicks into place and tighten the two fixing screws.
Maintenance Resetting the Lamp Operating Time The projector has a built-in counter which keeps track of the lamp operating time. When the cumulative operating time reaches a certain point, it causes the replacement warning message to be displayed. Therefore, the counter needs to be reset after the lamp has been replaced with a new one.
Replacing the Air Filter Procedure Turn off the projector power, wait for the cool-down and then disconnect the power cable. The cool-down period lasts for about 45 seconds. The actual time will vary depending on the external air temperature. Put your finger into the recess in the air filter hook, and lift up the air filter to remove it.
Saving a User's Logo You can record the image that is currently being projected as a user's logo. Tip : When a user's logo is recorded, the previous user's logo will be erased. Procedure Project the image that you would like to use as a user's logo, and then press the [Menu] button on the remote control.
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• Saving the user's logo may take a few moments (about 15 seconds). Do not use the projector or any other sources which are connected to the projector while the user's logo is being saved, otherwise it may result in errors in projector operation.
Pipe 570 (570 mm (22.44 inches)/silver)* ELPFP05 Pipe 770 (770 mm (30.31 inches)/silver)* ELPFP06 Use when installing the projector to a high ceiling or a ceiling with veneer panels. Image presentation camera ELPDC02 Use when projecting books, OHP films and slides.
A utility software program that allows the projector to be connected to a computer so that the computer can be used to control the projector. Link21L For details on acquiring the software and for instructions on using the software and compatible projector models, please contact one of the service offices provided in the catalog.
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Security A device consisting of a projector case with a hole in it that a commercially-available theft-prevention cable can be passed through in lock order to secure the device to a table or pillar. This projector is compatible with the Microsaver Security System manufactured by Kensington.
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UXGA A type of video signal with a resolution of 1600 (horizontal) x 1200 (vertical) dots which is used by IBM PC/AT-compatible computers. A type of video signal with a resolution of 640 (horizontal) x 480 (vertical) dots which is used by IBM PC/AT-compatible computers. A type of video signal with a resolution of 1024 (horizontal) x 768 (vertical) dots which is used by IBM PC/AT-compatible computers.
List of ESC/VP21 Commands Command List When a power ON command is sent to the projector, the power for the projector turns on. When the projector is in a command ready state, it returns the "3Ah" (:) code. Furthermore, when command processing is complete, the projector also returns a ":"...
Turn off the power for the projector. After the cool-down power back on. Once the projector's power has turned back on, communication via a USB Connection will then be possible. utility software from the EPSON period has finished, turn the projector's...
List of Supported Monitor Displays Signal PC98 VGACGA VGAEGA VGA text VESA SVGA SXGA SXGA SXGA UXGA MAC13" MAC16" MAC19" MAC19" MAC21" NTSC PAL/SECAM HDTV (525i) HDTV(525p) HDTV(750p) HDTV(1125i) * Connection is not possible if the equipment does not have a VGA output port. It may be possible to project signals which are not listed in the above table.
Specifications Product name Multimedia Projector EMP-730/720 Dimensions 276 (W) x 70 (H) x 190 (D) mm (10.9 (W) x 2.8 (H) x 7.5 (D) in.) (not including feet) Panel size 0.9 inches Display method Polysilicon TFT active matrix Drive method...
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Specifications Safety UL1950 3 Edition Canada CSA C22.2 No.950-95 (cUL) European Community The Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) IEC60950 2 FCC 47CFR Part15B Class B (DoC) Canada ICES-003 Class B European Community The EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) EN55022, 1998 Class B EN55024, 1998 IEC61000-4-2, IEC61000-4-3, IEC61000-4-4, IEC61000-4-5, IEC61000-4-6, IEC61000-4-8, IEC61000-4-11, IEC61000-3-2, IEC61000-3-3...
Battery holder ... 74 Brightness ... 47, 48 Ceiling... 14, 53 Cleaning the Air Filter ... 73 Cleaning the Lens ... 72 Cleaning the Projector Case... 72 Color Adjustment... 53 Color Mode Prompt ...51 Color Mode ...40, 47, 49 Color temperature ... 53 Color ...
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Index USB cable ... 1, 21 USB connection setup... 87 USB mouse ... 21 USB port ...10 "User's Logo" Menu...52 User's Logo ... 42, 80 Using the Configuration Menu Functions... 46 "Video" Menu ... 46 Video port... 10 Video Signal... 49, 54 Video Source...
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: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Trade Name Type of Product Model Personal Computers :EPSON AMERICA, INC. :3840 Kilroy Airport Way MS: 3-13 Long Beach, CA 90806 :562-290-5254 :EPSON :Projector...
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FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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Neither SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with SEIKO EPSON...
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