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Page 1: Digital Camera
G3WP digital camera 12-megapixel for ultra high resolution imaging 2.7” LCD display with 4x optical zoom Features face recognition Waterproof to 3m with support for underwater image and movie shooting. imagination at work... -
Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity
Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Declaration of Conformity FCC Statement Model Name: G3WP This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation Trade Name: is subject to the following two conditions: Responsible Party: General Imaging Co. -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Camera notes: Battery notes: Do not store or use the camera in the following types of Incorrect use of the batteries may cause them to leak, become locations: hot, ignite or burst. Always observe the precautions given below. •... -
Page 5: Before You Start
BEFORE YOU START Preface Safety information Thank you for purchasing a GE digital camera. Please read Please read the following important information carefully this manual carefully and keep it in a safe place for future before using the product. reference. •... -
Page 6: About This Manual
• Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight for extended About this manual periods. • Download all pictures and remove the batteries from This manual provides you with instructions on how to use your the camera if you are going to store the camera for long GE digital camera. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS WARNING Using the Mode Button ............14 Setting date/time and language.......... 15 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Setting the Date and Time ..........15 BEFORE YOU START ..........1 Setting the Language ............ 16 About the LCD screen ............. 17 Preface ..................1 Copyright ................1 BASIC OPERATION ..........18 Trademarks .................1... - Page 8 USING THE MODES ..........26 Museum ................33 Night landscape .............. 33 LCD Screen display ..............26 Portrait ................33 Still shooting mode display .......... 26 Children ................33 Video shooting mode display ........28 Leaf ..................33 Playback mode display ..........29 Sunset ................
- Page 9 Using zoom on playback (for still pictures only) ....42 Playback menu ................. 54 Sound Recording and Playback ..........43 Mode .................. 54 Using the Delete button ............44 Protect ................54 Delete ................55 USING THE MENUS ..........45 DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)....... 56 Trim ..................
- Page 10 Copy to Card (Copy internal memory to memory card)..............64 APPENDICES ............76 Reset Settings ..............65 Specifications: FW Version (Firmware version) ........65 G3WP ................. 76 Video system ..............66 Error messages ................ 80 Troubleshooting............... 82 CONNECTIONS ...........67 Connecting to a PC ..............67 Setting the USB mode ............
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Page 11: Getting Ready
GETTING READY Unpacking Your package should contain the camera model you purchased along with the following items. If anything is missing or appears to be damaged, please contact your vendor. The accessories will vary based on model purchased and are noted below. Rechargeable Lithium- Warranty card User Manual... -
Page 12: Camera Views
Camera views Front View Back View Right View... -
Page 13: Bottom View
Top View Bottom View AF Assist/Timer Indicator Delete Button/Down Button Flash Lamp Face Detection/Left button Lens Function/OK Button Microphone Speaker Left View LCD Screen Wrist Strap Status Indicator Shutter Button Zoom Button Power Button Mode Selection Button Card Slot/Battery Compartment Menu Button Battery cover Latch Playback Button... -
Page 14: Charging The Battery
Charging the battery 1. Plug charger into electrical outlet Leave the battery to charge until the charger light goes green. (To maximize battery life, the first charge should 2. Place the battery into the charger as shown. be at least 4 hours) 3. -
Page 15: Inserting The Battery
Insert the Battery and SD/SDHC Card (not included) 1. Open the battery compartment. 2. Insert the battery while observing the correct polarity. Use the side of battery to press down the stopper as shown, allowing the battery to be inserted properly. 11 11... - Page 16 3. Insert an SD/SDHC card (not included) into the memory 4. Close the battery compartment. card slot as shown. 12 12...
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Page 17: Turning On And Off
Battery capacity decreases with usage. Turning on and off Optional SD/SDHC cards are not included. The use Press the Power button to turn the camera on. To turn off the of 64MB to 8GB memory cards from recognized camera, press the Power button again. manufacturers such as SanDisk, Panasonic and Toshiba is recommended for reliable data storage. -
Page 18: Using The Mode Button
Using the Mode Button The GE camera provides a convenient Mode Button that allows you to switch between different modes with ease. Press Left/Right button to choose the mode, press to select. All the available modes are listed as follows: Mode Name Icon Description... -
Page 19: Setting Date/Time And Language
Setting date/time and language To set the language, date, and time, go to the following setup options in the Setup menu. • Date / Time • Display language To access the Setup menu, do the following: 1. Press Power to turn the camera on. 2. -
Page 20: Setting The Language
Setting the Language The Date/Time and Language setup will automatically appear when the camera is turned on the first time. 1. Use the Up/Down button to go to the Language on the Camera Setup 2. Then press the Right button to enter the setting. -
Page 21: About The Lcd Screen
About the LCD screen When you turn the camera on, various icons are shown on the If the LCD monitor is damaged, take particular care LCD screen to indicate the current camera settings and status. with the liquid crystal in the monitor. If any of the To learn more about the displayed icons, see “LCD Screen following situations arise, take the urgent action display”... -
Page 22: Basic Operation
BASIC OPERATION Shooting in Auto mode Using the zoom function Auto mode is the easiest mode to take photos. While Your camera is equipped with two types of zoom: optical zoom and digital zoom. Press the Zoom button on either the Wide operating in this mode, the camera automatically optimizes your photos for best results. -
Page 23: Using The Flash
Using the flash Using the self-timer/Multiple shots Press the Right/Flash button to go to the flash setting menu. To enable the self-timer, press the Right/Flash button then Press Up/Down button to switch between the six flash modes. Left/Right button to go to the self-timer setting menu. Choose between the 2-sec, 10-sec, Continuous Shot, or Self-timer Off •... -
Page 24: Using Macro Mode
Using Macro mode Exposure compensation In Macro Mode, you can capture subject details at close range; The exposure compensation allows you to adjust the press the Left/Right button to go to the Macro Mode after background brightness to produce the best result of photos. getting into the setting menu by pressing the Right/Flash To change the exposure values, do the following: button. -
Page 25: Advanced Function Menu (Quick Menu Setup)
Advanced function menu (Quick menu setup) WB (White Balance) 2. Use Up/Down navigation buttons to select the setting you want. The following options are available: The white balance allows user to adjust the color temperature under different light source to ensure faithful color •... -
Page 26: Iso
The ISO function allows you to set the sensitivity of the camera sensor based on the brightness of the scene. To improve the performance in darker environments, a higher ISO value is required. On the other hand, a lower ISO value is needed when in bright conditions. -
Page 27: Quality
Quality 3. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select a desired setting. Three options are available. The quality setting adjusts the compression ratio of the images. Higher quality settings give better photos, but will • : Best take up more memory space. •... -
Page 28: Size
Size 5. The number of available shots is displayed on the screen. The size setting refers to the image resolution in pixels. A higher image resolution allows you to print that image in The bigger the number of recorded pixels is, the better larger sizes without degrading the image quality. -
Page 29: Color
Color 3. Use Up/Down to select an option. The following options are available: The color setting allows you to add artistic effects directly when taking shots. You can try different color tones to alter • Auto the mood of your pictures. (The Color setting is only available when the camera is in the •... -
Page 30: Using The Modes
USING THE MODES LCD Screen display Still shooting mode display 1 Shooting Mode Icons Manual Auto Mode: Auto Scene Scene Underwater Underwater 9999+ picture Movie Panorama Movie 2 Continuous AF 3 AF Single-AF Multi-AF 4 Expo Metering Spot 9999+ Center Ai AE 5 Remaining number of pictures 6 Memory card/built-in memory... - Page 31 7 Battery status Red-eye reduction 8 WT ratio (displayed only when zoom is activated) 9 Zoom Forced flash 10 Histogram Forced off 11 Picture color (adjustable only in Manual Mode) 12 Image size Slow Synchro 13 Image quality 14 ISO value (adjustable only in Manual Mode) Red-Eye + Slow Synchro 15 White balance (adjustable only in...
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Page 32: Video Shooting Mode Display
Video shooting mode display 4 Macro Mode 5 Exposure Mode : 6 Remaining time for video recording 7 Memory card/built-in memory 8 Battery status 9 WT ratio (displayed only when zoom is activated) 00:99:59 10 Zoom 11 Video resolution 12 Video quality 13 Focus frame 14 Recording icon For optimal video shooting, it is recommended that the... -
Page 33: Playback Mode Display
Playback mode display 1 Play Mode icon 2 File protection icon Mode: 3 Picture sound status (press the Shutter button to record sound) Sound recording disabled Sound recording enabled 100-0079 4 Picture file icon 5 DPOF file icon 6 Picture number 7 Memory card/built-in memory F2.8 8 Battery status... -
Page 34: Auto Scene Mode (Ascn)
Auto Scene mode (ASCN) In the "ASCN" mode, different recording conditions are 2. Hold the camera steadily and aim at the subject. The detected intelligently and the most suitable settings will be optimum scene mode will be identified automatically. automatically selected. With "ASCN" you can always take 3. -
Page 35: Landscape Mode
Landscape Mode Macro Mode For landscapes, ASCN will automatically adjust the exposure To capture object detail for close-ups, ASCN will automatically to match the background. adjust the focus. Portrait mode Auto Mode For portraits, ASCN will automatically adjust the exposure and The camera will automatically adjusts the exposure and focus skin tones to give clear pictures. -
Page 36: Scene Mode (Scn)
Manual Scene mode (SCN) In Manual Scene mode, you can select from a total of 14 Select a scene using the Left/Right button and press the scene types to match your needs. You just need to select the button. right scene for the occasion and the camera will automatically adjust to the optimal settings for you. -
Page 37: Snow
Snow Leaf Suitable for snowy landscape. Camera automatically adjusts For shooting plants. Vivid reproduction of green. and corrects exposure value (EV). Sunset Fireworks For shooting sunsets. Vivid reproduction of red and yellow. For shooting at night and fireworks. Shutterspeed is slower Glass than normal. -
Page 38: Underwater Movie Mode
Underwater Movie Mode When you are in the water, you can select Underwater Movie Mode in the Mode Selection menu to shoot underwater videos. Press the button, select Underwater Movie Mode with the mode Left/Right button, and press the button for confirmation. 1. -
Page 39: Underwater Picture Mode
Panorama Underwater Capture Mode When you are in the water, you can select Underwater Picture Panorama mode allows you to create a panoramic picture. Mode in the Mode Selection menu to take pictures under The camera will automatically compose a panoramic picture water. - Page 40 2. Use the Left/Right buttons to specify the direction of After the first shot is taken, the semi-transparent image of picture taking, and then in 2 seconds the panoramic the first shot will appear at the edge of the screen. You can sequence will commence automatically.
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Page 41: Face Detection
Face Detection The Face Detection mode will detect faces of persons during picture shooting so that the faces will be clearer. 1. In Shooting Mode, press the Left/Face Detection button to turn on the Face Detection and an icon ( ) appears on the LCD. -
Page 42: Smile Detection
Smile Detection With the camera's new "Smile Detection" feature, which automatically detects and captures a person smiling, you'll never miss a smile. 1. In Shooting Mode, press the Left/Face Detection button to turn on Smile Detection and an icon ( ) appears on the LCD. -
Page 43: Blink Detection
Blink Detection The Blink Detection feature is on by default, and after taking each photo, a warning message will pop up if a blink had been detected in the photo. 1. In photography modes, press the button to enter the Photo menu. -
Page 44: Playback
PLAYBACK Viewing photos and videos To view the captured photos and video clips on the LCD screen: 1. Press button to go to the Playback mode. The last recorded photo or video clip is displayed. 2. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to scroll through the photos or video clips stored in the internal memory or memory card. - Page 45 During video playback, you can press the Up/Down button to Thumbnail view adjust the volume. When in Playback mode, press the Zoom button at the Wide position ( ) once to display the thumbnail of photos and video clips on the screen. 1.
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Page 46: Using Zoom On Playback (For Still Pictures Only)
Using zoom playback (for still pictures only) The zoom buttons can also be used during playback. This 5. Use the navigation buttons to pan across the image. allows you to magnify photos up to 8X. 6. Press the button to return the image to its original 1. -
Page 47: Sound Recording And Playback
Sound Recording and Playback Sound recording and playback enables the rapid recording or 4. When a picture has an audio file, you can press the playback of the recorded sound in the Playback Mode. button to play the sound. 1. In Playback Mode, press the Left/Right button and select a picture for sound recording then press the button. -
Page 48: Using The Delete Button
Using the Delete button In Playback Mode, you can press the Down/Delete button to 4. Select Yes or Back with Up/Down button and press the delete pictures or videos. button for confirmation. To delete pictures or videos: Erased photos/video clips cannot be recovered. 1. -
Page 49: Using The Menus
USING THE MENUS Still menu Mode: In any of the above Still Modes, press the button to go to the Still menu. To adjust each setting: 1. In the Still menu, switch between different Photo Setup or Camera Setup pages using the Left/Right button, to select the page with the function you want to adjust and press the Down button. -
Page 50: Af Mode (Auto-Focus Mode)
AF mode (Auto-Focus mode) AF-assist beam Use this setting to aid the focus in dark conditions. Select On Use this setting to control the auto-focus mechanism while to turn on the AF assist beam, or Off to disable the function. taking pictures. -
Page 51: Continuous Af
Expo Metering (Exposure Metering) Continuous AF Use this setting to select an area for the exposure to be After Continuous AF is turned on, the camera will adjust focus obtained. automatically in response to any camera or subject move- ment. Three options are available: •... -
Page 52: Continuous Shot
Continuous shot The flash is designed not to work in this mode in order to enable quick succession of shots. Use this setting to perform continuous shooting. Once in this mode, you must continuously hold down the Shutter button to use this function. -
Page 53: Date Imprint
Date Imprint Quick Review Include a date/time stamp in the photo image. This setting refers to the quick photo review immediately after taking a picture. The picture stays on the LCD screen for an adjustable period of time. • Off Four options are available: •... -
Page 54: Digital Zoom
Digital Zoom Slow Shutter Use this setting to enable or disable the digital zoom function. In Slow shutter mode, the shutter will remain open as long as When disabled, only the optical zoom is enabled. the shutter button is pressed. This gives you complete control over the duration of exposure. -
Page 55: Blink Detection
Blink Detection The Blink Detection feature is on by default, and after taking each photo, a warning message will pop up if a blink was detected in the photo. • Off • On... -
Page 56: Movie Menu
Movie menu Mode: In any of the above Movie Modes, press the button to go to the corresponding Movie menu. To configure each setting: 1. In the Movie menu, switch between the Movie Setup or different Camera Setup pages using the Left/Right button, select the page with the function you want to adjust and press the Down button. -
Page 57: Continuous Af
Continuous AF Expo Metering (Exposure Metering) After Continuous AF is turned on, the camera will adjust Set metering mode for various lighting conditions. focus automatically in response to any camera or subject movement. Three options are available: • Spot • Center •... -
Page 58: Playback Menu
Playback menu Protect Mode : To prevent any pictures or videos from being accidentally button to enter the Play- In Playback mode, press the erased, use this setting to lock one or all of the files. back menu. Please refer to the following sections for detailed instructions To protect/unprotect a picture or video: on the various menu options. -
Page 59: Delete
Delete 3. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select One to protect this picture/video, or select All to protect all There are two ways to delete files: (please note that a file pictures/videos in the internal memory or memory card. cannot be recovered once it is deleted.) Then press the Right navigation button to enter the submenu. -
Page 60: Dpof (Digital Print Order Format)
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) • Delete All: 1. On the Delete setting, select Delete All and then press the DPOF allows you to record your selection of pictures that Right button. you would like to print, and will save your selection in the memory card, so that you can simply hand your memory card 2. -
Page 61: Trim
Trim 4. Press the Shutter button to save what you see on the LCD screen as a new picture, or the button to cancel and The Trim setting allows you select an area of the photo you return to the Playback menu. want to keep and then save it as a new photo. -
Page 62: Rotate
3. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select a resolution (1024X768 or 640X480) to resize the image or Back to cancel and return to the Playback menu. 4. Press the button to confirm the setting. Resizing an image creates a new file that contains the image in the size you select. -
Page 63: Slideshow
Slideshow Red-eye Reduction Use this setting to remove red-eyes in your photos. This setting allows you to view all the stored pictures as a slideshow. 1. Select the Red-eye Reduction setting from the Playback menu as described previously. 1. Select the Slideshow setting from the Playback menu. 2. -
Page 64: Setup Menu
Setup menu 2. Switch between different functions with the Up/Down Mode : button. 3. Press the Right button to enter the submenu. The Setup menu for the camera is available in all modes. Each After selecting a function option, you can press the Up menu page can be selected by pressing the button and button to return to the menu for other Camera Setup... -
Page 65: Beep
Beep Format Memory Use this setting to adjust the volume of beep when buttons are Please note: formatting enables you to delete all contents in pressed and change the tones for shutter, buttons, self-timer, the memory card and built-in memory, including protected and power-on/power-off. -
Page 66: Lcd Brightness
LCD Brightness Power Saver Use this setting to adjust the brightness of your LCD screen. This setting allows you to save power and get the maximum possible running time for your battery. Follow the steps below 1. Select the LCD Brightness setting from the Setup menu to turn off the LCD screen and camera automatically after a as described previously. -
Page 67: World Time
• Turn off the LCD: 30 sec, 1 min, 2 min, and off. • Turn off the camera: 3 min, 5 min, 10 min, and off. 4. Press the button to confirm. Zone The Zone setting is a useful function on your overseas trips. This feature enables you to display the local time on the LCD screen while you are overseas. -
Page 68: File Numbering
File Numbering Copy to Card (Copy internal memory to memory card) After you take a picture or video clip, the camera will save it as file that ends with a serial number. You can use this item to Use this setting to copy the files stored in the internal memory choose whether the file is serially numbered or begins with 1 to the memory card. -
Page 69: Reset Settings
Reset Settings FW Version (Firmware Version) Use this setting to restore the camera to its default settings. Use this setting to view the current camera firmware version. 1. Select the Reset setting from the Setup menu as 1. Select the FW Version setting from the Setup menu as described previously. -
Page 70: Video System
Video System The video output signal can be switched to NTSC or PAL to accommodate different regional standards. The appropriate Use this setting to determine your video system in the current setting will vary between regions. area. NTSC: USA, Canada, Taiwan, Japan, etc. 1. -
Page 71: Connections
CONNECTIONS Connecting to a PC Use the USB cable and ArcSoft software (CD-ROM) supplied with your camera to copy (transfer) pictures to a computer. Setting the USB mode Since the camera’s USB port can be set to connect with either a PC or a Printer, the following steps will allow you to ensure that the camera is correctly configured to connect with a PC. - Page 72 If the USB option is set to [PC] : By using the USB cable, you can transfer the captured photos and videos to a PC. Follow the steps below to connect the Turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. camera to a PC.
- Page 73 Windows 2000 Professional Click the [Unplug or Eject Hardware] icon in the taskbar and select [Stop USB Mass Storage Device] from the menu displayed. Macintosh Drag the untitled icon to the Trash. ("Untitled")
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Page 74: Connecting To A Pictbridge Compatible Printer
Connecting to a PictBridge compatible printer PictBridge allows printing images from a 3. Press the button to confirm the setting. memory card in a digital camera directly to a printer, regardless of brand. To find out if a printer is PictBridge compatible, simply look for the PictBridge logo on the packaging or check the manual for specifications.With the PictBridge function on your camera, you can print the captured photos directly with... -
Page 75: Connecting The Camera And Printer
Connecting the camera and printer. If the camera is not connected to a PictBridge compatible printer, the following error message appears on the LCD 1. Make sure both the camera and printer are turned on. screen. 2. Connect one end of the supplied USB cable to the USB port on your camera. -
Page 76: Using The Pictbridge Menu
Using the PictBridge menu After setting the USB mode to Printer, the PictBridge menu Print with date appears. If you have set the date and time of your camera, the date record would be saved with the photos you take. You can print the photos with date by following the steps below. -
Page 77: Print Without Date
Print without date 3. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select the number of prints for the current displayed photo. Use this setting to print the photos without dates on them. 4. Press the button and the following screen appears. 1. -
Page 78: Print Index
5. Select Yes to confirm printing, or No to cancel. Then press 2. Select Yes to confirm the printing, or No to cancel. Then button. press the button. Print index You can use this setting to print all indexes to show all the photos currently in your camera. -
Page 79: Print Dpof
Print DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) Exit To exit the PictBridge menu, select Exit. The “Remove USB To use DPOF printing, you must make the selection of photos cable” message will be displayed. for printing using the DPOF settings before hand. See “DPOF” section on page 56. -
Page 80: Appendices
APPENDICES Specifications : G3WP Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Effective Image Sensor Pixels 12.2 Megapixels Image Sensor 12.4 Megapixels [1/2.3” (CCD)] Focal Length F = 6.75mm (Wide) ~ 27mm (Tele) 35mm film equivalent 38mm (Wide) ~ 152mm (Tele) F number F3.5 (Wide) ~ F5.15 (Tele) - Page 81 Number of Still Image 12MP, 10MP(3:2), 9MP(16:9), 8MP, 5MP, 3MP, 0.3MP Recording Movie 720x480pixels: 30fps/15fps, 320x240pixels: 30fps/15fps Pixels Image Compression Best, Fine, Normal DCF, DPOF (Ver1.1) Support Still Image Exif 2.2 (JPEG) File Format Movie Quick Time Motion JPEG, Audio: G.711 [Monaural]) Audio WAVE [Monaural] (Max 60 seconds) Auto, Manual, Auto-Scene, Scene (Sport, Indoor, Snow, Fireworks, Museum, Night...
- Page 82 Pan-Capture Panorama Supports underwater recording Supports underwater shooting 2.7 inch (230,400 pixels) LTPS (low-temperature polycrystalline silicon) TFT color LCD Display ISO Sensitivity Auto, ISO64/100/200/400/800/1600 AF Method Single AF, Multi-AF (TTL 9-point), AF Assist Light (On/Off) Artificial Intelligence AE (AiAE), Center-weighted Average, Spot (Fixed to center of Light Metering Method frame) Exposure Control Method...
- Page 83 Auto/Red-Eye Reduction/Forced Flash/No Flash/Slow Synchro/Red-Eye Reduction+Slow Synchro Internal Flash (Shooting Range) Gno. 5.5 EV (ISO 100) Shooting Range Wide: Approx. 0.5m~4.4m / Tele: Approx. 0.8m ~ 3.0m (ISO 800) Internal Memory: 18MB Recording Media SD Card/SDHC Card (Up to 8GB support) Other Features PictBridge, ExifPrint Support, Multi-language Support Jacks...
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Page 84: Error Messages
Error messages Messages Explanation No card • The memory card is not inserted. Card error • The memory card is not formatted. Card full • The memory card is full and cannot store any new images. Write protect • The memory card is write-protected. Picture error •... - Page 85 Messages Explanation When the camera is used for longer than • During underwater recording or shooting, the camera was kept under water the specified time it may be damaged. longer than the specified time. Card is not formatted, format? • Confirm whether the memory card should be formatted. This image cannot be deleted •...
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Page 86: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes Solution Camera does not turn on. • The battery has run out. • Charge the battery or replace with a fully charged battery. • The battery is not inserted cor- rectly. • Re-insert the battery observing the correct polarity. - Page 87 Problem Possible causes Solution No picture is taken when pressing • The memory card is full. • Replace the memory card with a new one or the shutter button. clean off current memory card. • No available space to store the files.
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