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MacroPATH and MacroPATH Basic QX Series 

MM161-001 

– Operator Manual 

 

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Add Quadrants 
 
Hold down the 

Quadrants 

button to view the available tools (4 or 6 quadrants). Choose a point 

on the screen to trace the required quadrants on the image. 

 
The  quadrant  label  consists  of  three  letters:  the  first  can  be  L  (Left)  or  R  (Right),  the  second  is  the 
progressive letter indicating the quadrant and the third can be A (Anterior), M (Median) or P (Posterior). 
 
By  clicking  on  the  section  line  with  the 

Select

  button  (Select,  see  chapter3.5),  it  is  possible  to  rotate  the 

quadrants and change the text and line style. 
 

 

 

Add cassette pattern 
 
Click  on  and  hold  down  the 

Cassette 

icon  thereby  activating  the  multiple  choice  of  cassette 

styles (normal or supermega). Choose a point on the screen and drag the required sections on 

the photo. 
 
Rotate  the  cassettes  using  the  multifunction  keypad  in  the  bottom  left  corner  of  the  work  area.  See  Edit 
functions (3.5

) “Selection” tool. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for MacroPATH Basic QX Series

Page 1: ...MacroPATHeMacroPATHBasic QX Series Digital Imaging System for the grossing room OperatorManual MM161 001 MILESTONE H E L P I N G P A T I E N T S...

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Page 3: ...carefully this operator manual and to always keep it within reach for convenient and quick referencing For any clarification or request for assistance please contact our representative in your countr...

Page 4: ...2 2 7 1 License activation 26 2 8 Foot pedal control configuration only for MacroPATH Basic 27 3 WORKING WITH MacroPATH 28 3 1 Start MacroPATH 28 3 2 Log in and Log out 28 3 3 Overview of the function...

Page 5: ...00mm 85 6 11 Reinforcement plate for VESA arm 86 6 12 USB bar code readers 88 6 13 USB Waterproof sealed keyboard 89 6 14 Keyboard support with VESA connection 90 6 15 Macrostand 91 6 16 Macro Stand D...

Page 6: ...es of histological samples and to ensure their complete safe and reliable handling MacroPATH and MacroPATH Basic differ by the fact that MacroPATH Basic does not include the PC Monitor see chapter 2 1...

Page 7: ...lestone license image capture in JPEG format video capture in AVI format voice recording in MP3 format Microsoft Windows 10 and Microsoft Word are registered Microsoft Corporation Brands MacroPATH 5 s...

Page 8: ...c stand Built in LED lighting Dimensions 137 x 162 x 211mm 5 39 x 6 37 x 8 30 USB data cable length 4 5m 4 92yd Foot pedal control USB foot pedal control with 5 buttons IP X5 Environmental Conditions...

Page 9: ...visible to the operator The unit is not provided with spare fuses If the system is not working properly please contact your local representative or the manufacturer always provide the serial number of...

Page 10: ...o set up the connection to the Milestone customer support service when technical support is required To access it refer to chapter 7 1 1 9 MacroPATH and MacroPATH Basic labels For the explanations of...

Page 11: ...parts as already specified MacroPATH Basic does not include the All in one PC DESCRIPTION Q ty IMAGE POINT OF CARE CONTROL TERMINAL All in one PC Touch Pen there are two small black keys on the touch...

Page 12: ...th MacroPATH 32Gb USB key containing MacroPATH pro x 5 FULL software Operating system image software 1 Only included with MacroPATH Basic 8GB USB key containing MacroPATH pro x 5 FULL software 1 For t...

Page 13: ...ports RJ 45 C 6x USB 2 0 ports D 2x USB 3 0 ports E 1x HDMI max resolution 4096x2304 24Hz F 1x DP Display port max resolution 4096x2304 60Hz G 2 X built in 2W speakers H Audio Mic in 3 5mm jack input...

Page 14: ...ely at least once a week 2 3 Camera Overview A Lens B LED light C Green power supply LED A B C D Adjustments E Photographic fitting F LED lighting on off G Power supply inlet H USB data cable For the...

Page 15: ...PC Monitor Installing MacroPATH is easy and only takes a few minutes Make sure that the power supply is not connected during installation Table support installation as follows Use the 4 screws provid...

Page 16: ...t the power supply cable to the PC Monitor panel and then to the power socket Connect the USB foot pedal control to the USB port marked in brown Connect the microphone to the MIC IN connector pink 3 5...

Page 17: ...188cm 74 infinite 200cm 78 1 66cm 25 102 cm 40 95cm 37 1 3 56cm 22 79cm 31 75cm 29 1 5 50cm 19 69cm 27 65cm 25 The autofocus ability of the camera depends on environmental conditions The values above...

Page 18: ...and then tighten them up again On the back of the camera there are 2 knobs to adjust the right left tilt of the camera see figure Loosen the knobs until you find the right position and then tighten t...

Page 19: ...ection 10A C curve circuit breaker Connect the cable to the power supply and to the mains When all of the connections are set up the green LED turns on The camera is one of the PC s USB devices Theref...

Page 20: ...ions in this chapter ONLY IF you wish to change the language Follow these instructions to change the language of the Operating System enter Windows Settings and click Time Language on the left hand me...

Page 21: ...ng system Follow these instructions to change the language on the Keypad Spanish is chosen in this example The status bar on the bottom left shows the default keypad language ENG English click to ente...

Page 22: ...ormat Select the MacroPATH 5 PRO folder As administrator run the internal file Setup bat right click and select Run as administrator Click Install when the window shown here on the right opens up The...

Page 23: ...23 Click Next when the window shown here on the right opens up Select the installation folder and click Next Click Next when the window shown here on the right opens up The software is now installed...

Page 24: ...mpact Edition 3 5 library was not already installed on the PC the following message could appear In this case it is required to proceed with the installation manually as follows Select Packages and SQ...

Page 25: ...tor Finally click Apply and OK It is now possible to launch the MacroPATH PRO software with a free 90 day license Follow the instructions provided in chapter 2 7 1 to get an unlimited license The firs...

Page 26: ...s ID circled in the figure above Paste into a text file or directly in the body of an e mail Describe the reason why a new license is required Send an e mail to customer support customersupport miles...

Page 27: ...ol has its own serial number If two or more serial numbers are displayed check whether any external instrument is connected to the PC using the same drivers However the serial number is found on the f...

Page 28: ...touch pen for greater screen selection precision 3 2 Log in and Log out As a default setting when the MacroPATH software is launched the user is logged in as Administrator To disable this function th...

Page 29: ...o log out by clicking it C EXIT To exit the MacroPATH application and go back to the PC operating system D FILE NAME Shows the name of the current file E LIVE To go back to the live display of the sam...

Page 30: ...4 Settings 5 Exit 6 Logout FILES Q Show file W Reset search E Print file R Present file T Add notes LIVE A Capture S Record Video D Record Audio F Autofocus G Zoom H Zoom EDIT Ctrl Left Alt Left Shift...

Page 31: ...e bottom right corner of the icon To choose the main function just press the icon To view multiple functions press and hold for at least 3 seconds A secondary menu will appear then select the various...

Page 32: ...2 3 3 3 Foot pedal control Foot pedal controls 1 Zoom in control 2 Zoom out control 3 Save to capture images and save the edited images 4 Change work area to switch between work areas Start Live Edit...

Page 33: ...Special characters such as or _ can be used as separators Go to LIVE by selecting the Live icon on the top right of the screen Acquire images videos and audios using the icons on the left side or usi...

Page 34: ...ting files with the relevant icon 2 Find files using the search function 3 Delete 4 Present 5 Printing 6 Add notes to the files A file can be retrieved by entering the name date of creation last chang...

Page 35: ...Manual 35 Print case press this icon for a complete or partial printout of the case Select the template and then the pictures to print Present case press this icon to see the entire case images audio...

Page 36: ...o possible to tag a case from LIVE When a case is open and you are on the live screen you can add a tag to the case by pressing the Add tag icon as shown in the picture below Delete case press this ic...

Page 37: ...ayed The maximum time is 90 seconds during this period do not press any button just wait This procedure may happen during the live stage or during editing Wait for the end of buffering after which tim...

Page 38: ...nce two different frames of the photographed areas To set Standard Zoom or Extended Zoom refer to chapter 3 6 5 3 4 6 Save Image Video Audio To save the image of the sample use the zoom with the pedal...

Page 39: ...rd a video by pressing the Rec Video icon Press again to stop recording Before taking a video for the first time you are asked to choose the most adequate compression Milestone suggests to use Microso...

Page 40: ...ht field depth ratio F 6 3 is recommended ISO image grain setting we recommend setting a low value to achieve greater image detail ISO80 Exposure Compensation manually changing the brightness of the i...

Page 41: ...e capture quality 5 10 20 Mpx but the image size also depends on the compression quality to set the compression quality see chapter 3 6 4 Milestone suggests setting a snapshot quality of 10Mpx and Sta...

Page 42: ...camera holder CODE 370455 with MACROSTAND WA cutting board REF 370285 we recommend using the default settings with standard zoom as in the figure above With Table top camera holder CODE 370455 with M...

Page 43: ...ions to the image examine the sample record audio or print out directly Select click the Select button to use the mouse like a pointer or to select each element for editing Once it is selected it is p...

Page 44: ...ftware needs to be calibrated when the unit is installed and every time the camera height changes See chapter 3 6 6 for the calibration procedures MacroPATH s measurement function is strictly linked t...

Page 45: ...e text entry modes When the list is customised click the Text icon and hold it down until the list is displayed click the text you wish to enter and then on the area of the image where you wish to pos...

Page 46: ...e quadrant and the third can be A Anterior M Median or P Posterior By clicking on the section line with the Select button Select see chapter3 5 it is possible to rotate the quadrants and change the te...

Page 47: ...he photo the software automatically creates a new cropped image Hold down the button thereby enabling the multiple choice zoom in zoom out and restore Grid Click on the Grid icon with the mouse or wit...

Page 48: ...dio Video tabs at the top of the library let you filter individual file types Example unchecking the Images tab only displays the captured videos and audio files Play Video Select a video thumbnail on...

Page 49: ...ary and press the Delete icon 2 Select and hold down the Delete icon to open the window several files can be deleted at the same time A message will ask you to confirm deletion Audio Recording Select...

Page 50: ...ee chapter 3 6 2 Press SAVE and restart to apply the changes Click on the Settings button the MacroPATH Settings screen opens 3 6 1 General Settings Click on General and follow the instructions on how...

Page 51: ...n screen and access the program directly By ticking this option if another user was set for auto login he she would be disabled to enable the current user Can edit General Possibility to operate in th...

Page 52: ...t file or directly in an email message Describe the reason why a new license is required Send the information by email to customersupport milestonemedsrl com When you receive the reply mail save the f...

Page 53: ...ftware Accordingly the second path should be a local folder located on the PC s internal hard disk For Windows 7 and Windows 10 a default folder the user can obviously change it C Users Public Documen...

Page 54: ...m 3 6 5 Camera Settings Click the Camera button to enter the camera settings page Select the required camera Cam1 or Cam2 Cam3 Cam4 and Cam5 depending on how many there are Click on Camera short name...

Page 55: ...ton and position the ruler on the work surface We recommend placing the ruler starting from the 0 mm measurement on the left hand side also the ruler should be placed HORIZONTALLY at the CENTRE of the...

Page 56: ...it is required to select a png image Label in this case Notepad which appears on the icon created Shutdown MacroPATH after launch if selected when the external application opens MacroPATH closes Disa...

Page 57: ...highlighted only in cases where it has been minimised on the status bar If the following checkbox is enabled when the exit button at the top of the screen is pressed MacroPATH is minimised but not clo...

Page 58: ...e the Browse button to select the path where to save them The files are not saved at this address only the images with the saving date and time will be The following are some specifications regarding...

Page 59: ...res centimetres and inches time and date format Select the desired Language from the drop down menu then press Set Default and reboot the system to enable the modification Pre set custom text lets you...

Page 60: ...n the appearance screen as shown below Select the required theme from the list below Tick the Fullscreen checkbox to disable the pre set list of names and enter the name of your laboratory Select the...

Page 61: ...racters and sizes The Watermark caption settings can be edited in this section select None Simple or Bordered With Bordered mode you can enter information into the caption Unselect unnecessary data In...

Page 62: ...as default values for each new case Select this field to change the type of drawing system line line section size recommended for routine operations with the touch screen On the Edit screen see image...

Page 63: ...MacroPATH and MacroPATH Basic QX Series MM161 001 Operator Manual 63...

Page 64: ...equired to enter the case name twice thereby preventing errors IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO CHANGE THE CASE NUMBER AFTER ITS CREATION E Live at start Enable this option to go directly to LIVE when launching...

Page 65: ...TH software license must be available Contact your local dealer MacroPATH as viewer is the same software installed on the MacroPATH unit and it does not need a new license Therefore the user is author...

Page 66: ...m the histological laboratory every additional work station is able to view and print the same images Milestone strongly recommends that the following procedures be carried out by your local Network I...

Page 67: ...re can run from the default installation directory C Program Files x86 Milestone srl Macropath5 Macropath Patient ID abc The full command will be With this command the MacroPATH software is launched a...

Page 68: ...e specimen identifier file name number The MacroPATH system can also receive the file name number directly from the LIMS system Image acquisition Refer to chapter 3 4 6 Where and how images are saved...

Page 69: ...or Manual 69 ABC_0001 JPG ABC _0002 JPG ABC _0003 JPG ABC _0004 JPG ABC _0005 JPG All the images are then available to be recovered and displayed by any other software The XML file shown below was cre...

Page 70: ...ID Audio PatientID_001 mp3 PatientID_002 mp3 PatientID_003 mp3 Video PatientID_001 avi PatientID_002 avi PatientID_003 avi thumbs PatientID_001 jpg PatientID_002 jpg PatientID_003 jpg High resolution...

Page 71: ...d Camera During normal use the PC Panel may get soiled and should therefore be cleaned regularly Cleaning up agents soap and detergents Cleaning up steps 1 Prepare agent as per the manufacturer s inst...

Page 72: ...n etc Phenol based Lysol I C Beaucoup Magna Clean Tek Trol etc Alcohol based Cavicide Isopropyl Alcohol Medicide etc Oxidant based 3 Hydrogen Peroxide solution Lifegard Series etc Quaternary ammonium...

Page 73: ...the MACROSTAND WA REF 370285 see 6 15 The table top camera holder is also compatible with MACROSTAND XL REF 370606 see 6 15 which must be ordered separately 1 For installation connect the macrostand b...

Page 74: ...d MacroPATH Basic QX Series MM161 001 Operator Manual 74 The final configuration is pictured below The overall dimensions of the unit are L 40cm x H 83cm x D 41cm 15 x 32 x 16 The images shown are onl...

Page 75: ...MacroPATH and MacroPATH Basic QX Series MM161 001 Operator Manual 75 6 2 Camera holder for hood type Grossing Station CODE DESCRIPTION Q TY IMAGE 370440 Clamp support to mount the camera on a shelf 1...

Page 76: ...using the front holes with the 2 M6x40 screws with washers and nuts supplied Alternatively rotate the support as shown in the picture using the top holes with the 2 M6X16mm screws with washer provide...

Page 77: ...g 1 Secure the ceiling bracket to the camera by means of the front holes with the 2 M6x40 screws with washers and nuts supplied Alternatively rotate the support as shown in the picture using the top h...

Page 78: ...r wheels It includes a keyboard supporting surface Suitable for PC assembly if there is limited space in the hood area with Schuko socket 1 360074 with US Socket 360075 Mobile Screen PC floor support...

Page 79: ...CRIPTION Q TY IMAGE 370550 Wall mounting camera arm 1 This optional part is used to attach the camera to a masonry wall To secure the camera to the arm remove the camera support No screws are included...

Page 80: ...ator Manual 80 For thin surfaces it is required to use the black plates to fasten the back structure If necessary use the extra support To attach the unit to the desired surface you need to prepare th...

Page 81: ...Q TY IMAGE 370540 Clamping bracket for fastening the camera on 30 to 50mm round section crosspiece 1 Secure the clamping bracket to the camera using the bottom holes with the 2 M6x16 screws with wash...

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Page 83: ...MacroPATH and MacroPATH Basic QX Series MM161 001 Operator Manual 83 6 7 Camera centring plate CODE DESCRIPTION Q TY IMAGE 370552V Camera centring plate 1 The images shown are only an example...

Page 84: ...with VESA plate 75x75mm and 100x100mm CODE DESCRIPTION Q TY IMAGE 370587 3 jointed arm with VESA 75 100 fitting with epoxy coated wall mounting Maximum capacity 7 5 Kg screws included with white VESA...

Page 85: ...ON Q TY IMAGE 370588 3 jointed arm with VESA 75 100 fitting with epoxy coated wall mounting Maximum capacity 7 5 Kg screws included 1 Wall mounting 6 10 Adapter Plate VESA 75 100mm CODE DESCRIPTION Q...

Page 86: ...ies MM161 001 Operator Manual 86 6 11 Reinforcement plate for VESA arm CODE DESCRIPTION Q TY IMAGE 102596V Reinforcement plate for VESA arm code 370587 and code 370588 To be used only if necessary 1 T...

Page 87: ...MacroPATH and MacroPATH Basic QX Series MM161 001 Operator Manual 87 Assembly order Wall Tool with VESA fitting i e monitor Wall Camera...

Page 88: ...go code Code 11 Codabar Codabar NW7 ABC Cod abar EAN 128 Code 93 MSI PZN Plessey Anker Plessey GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional GS1 DataBar Limited GS1 DataBar Expanded GS1 DataBar Truncated DATABAR Expand...

Page 89: ...pad IP68 protection against water and dust Available in the following languages code 372352BE Belgian 372352DE German 372352ES Spanish 372352FR French 372352IT Italian 372352RU Russian 372352UK Englis...

Page 90: ...MM161 001 Operator Manual 90 6 14 Keyboard support with VESA connection CODE DESCRIPTION Q TY IMAGE 370017V Keyboard support with VESA connection Weight 2Kg Can be used with any VESA support see 6 9...

Page 91: ...port see 6 1 including CODE 370276 REF 370292KIT B 1 CODE 370276 High density PE customized board A3 with steel pins and draining channels Dimensions 295x395mm 11 x15 1 REF 370292KIT B CUTTING BOARD A...

Page 92: ...feet and drainage channels This cutting board includes 4 feet that make it suitable for use on a work bench not recommended for table support 1 REF 370289 CUTTING BOARD A3 BGW which includes 1 REF 370...

Page 93: ...0100 Macro Stand Dry Area 230V Photographic stand for photos in clean area with 2 daylight illuminators 36W 5400K 230V 50Hz PXLXH 600X550x1000mm 23 x 21 x 39 1 290100 Macro Stand Dry Area 115V Photogr...

Page 94: ...ol USB with 5 buttons IP X5 USB cable length 4 5m 49 yd 1 6 18 Sizing Ruler CODE DESCRIPTION Q TY IMAGE 40219 Sizing Ruler 80 cm 1 6 19 Wire microphone CODE DESCRIPTION Q TY IMAGE 370039 Wire micropho...

Page 95: ...n in AVI format only with Milestone camera connected annotation capabilities sizing blocks sampling free hand drawing etc voice recording in MP3 format possibility of zooming in images already saved f...

Page 96: ...silicone CODE DESCRIPTION Q TY IMAGE 372363 Silicone USB wireless laser mouse 1 USB 2 AAA batteries are required not included use the screwdriver supplied to unscrew and close up again as shown below...

Page 97: ...370360 POINT OF CARE CONTROL TERMINAL PC Monitor with MacroPATH Software which includes 1 CODE 370538 Table stand for PC Monitor 1 CODE 370476 PC Monitor power supply CODE 370361 Touch Pen CODE 37036...

Page 98: ...3 Kit Camera MacroPATH CODE DESCRIPTION Q TY IMAGE 370555 Camera with lens 1 5 mounted which includes 1 CODE 370554 Set of 3 lenses CODE 370222 Camera Power Supply CODE 370241 Camera power supply cabl...

Page 99: ...QX Series MM161 001 Operator Manual 99 6 24 Polarised lens for Camera CODE DESCRIPTION Q TY IMAGE 370608 82mm circular polariser filter to reduce reflection 1 First fit in the polarised lens and then...

Page 100: ...tomer support requires a remote connection follow these instructions To activate the Milestone Remote Connection the PC needs to be connected to the internet this needs to be allowed by the Network IT...

Page 101: ...oftware for MacroPATH Basic Only follow this procedure if the software is not already on the PC MacroPATH Basic Double click on the setup file Click Next when the following message appears Click Next...

Page 102: ...MacroPATH and MacroPATH Basic QX Series MM161 001 Operator Manual 102 Click Install to start installation Click Finish and installation is complete...

Page 103: ...of the remote connection software ID Password The connection can only be established if the GREEN icon appears 7 2 The camera is not working If the camera is not working correctly follow the procedur...

Page 104: ...tware If the problem is not fixed contact our Technical support department at customersupport milestonemedsrl com 7 3 The Live function is not working When MacroPATH is launched if Live is not working...

Page 105: ...umber save and restart the software If the foot pedal control is still not working select another serial number and repeat the previous operations If no serial number is displayed 1 Install the driver...

Page 106: ...Drivers folder and follow the information provided in the instructions file Open folder eGalaxWorks31xx 4378 01_test1 20180606 Getac 19inch system and run file eGalaxSensorTester3 exe to start install...

Page 107: ...MacroPATH and MacroPATH Basic QX Series MM161 001 Operator Manual 107 Select View by category and Hardware and Sound...

Page 108: ...MacroPATH and MacroPATH Basic QX Series MM161 001 Operator Manual 108 In Table PC Setting select Calibrate the screen for pen or touch input The following window will open click Calibrate...

Page 109: ...QX Series MM161 001 Operator Manual 109 Select PEN INPUT to calibrate the touch pen and or TOUCH INPUT to calibrate the screen Select PEN INPUT and follow the instructions that appear on the screen u...

Page 110: ...MacroPATH and MacroPATH Basic QX Series MM161 001 Operator Manual 110 At the end of the procedure this final screen will appear select YES to save the data...

Page 111: ...QX Series MM161 001 Operator Manual 111 Select TOUCH INPUT and follow the instructions that appear on the screen until the end of the procedure At the end of the procedure this final screen will appea...

Page 112: ...MacroPATH and MacroPATH Basic QX Series MM161 001 Operator Manual 112 If an incorrect calibration was saved click RESET with the mouse to restore the default calibration...

Page 113: ...s to disinfection cost In accordance with international health standards biohazard materials must be shipped in appropriate packages risk of fines 7 8 PC Recovery Software This procedure deletes all o...

Page 114: ...H and MacroPATH Basic QX Series MM161 001 Operator Manual 114 Use the right key to go to Boot Set key startup as the first 1 Boot Option 1 Select the USB key with the Clonezilla Software Press F4 and...

Page 115: ...MacroPATH and MacroPATH Basic QX Series MM161 001 Operator Manual 115 Start Clonezilla by pressing Enter on the keyboard Select English Select Do not change keyboard mapping...

Page 116: ...MacroPATH and MacroPATH Basic QX Series MM161 001 Operator Manual 116 Select start Clonezilla Select device image Select local dev...

Page 117: ...MacroPATH and MacroPATH Basic QX Series MM161 001 Operator Manual 117 Press enter Press Ctrl C Select sdb1 or sdd1 make sure that it is the name of the key containing the image to be restored...

Page 118: ...MacroPATH and MacroPATH Basic QX Series MM161 001 Operator Manual 118 Select Done Press Enter on the keyboard Select beginner mode...

Page 119: ...MacroPATH and MacroPATH Basic QX Series MM161 001 Operator Manual 119 Select restore disk Select PCAdvantech Multilanguage the image required based on the machine Select the 500GB hard disk...

Page 120: ...MacroPATH and MacroPATH Basic QX Series MM161 001 Operator Manual 120 Select Yes check the image Select choose Press Enter on the keyboard...

Page 121: ...QX Series MM161 001 Operator Manual 121 Wait for completion Press Y and Enter on the keyboard Press Y and Enter on the keyboard Press Enter Select Poweroff and enter Wait for switch off 7 sec Remove t...

Page 122: ...facturer s specification 5 Dispose of all electric and electronic parts of the equipment In compliance with directive 2012 19 EC of the European Parliament of 4 July 2012 on waste electrical and elect...

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