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Содержание CC4271

Страница 1: ...ncA camcorder user s guide CC4271 ...

Страница 2: ... plug to wide slot fully insert ATTENTION Pour 6viter les chocs 61ectriques introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu au fond To reduce risk of injury charge only rechargeable batteries recom mended by the manufacturer for this camcorder Other types of batteries may burst causing damage and personal injury FCC Regulations state that unau...

Страница 3: ... ON Switch to AUTO 7 Start and Stop Recording 7 Play Back What you Have Recorded 8 Set the CAMERA OFF VCR Switch to OFF 8 Replace the Lens Cap 8 Review Camcorder s Operating Controls 9 10 Attach the Shoulder Strap 11 Built In Color Enhancement Light 12 13 Power Your Camcorder Use the Adapter Charger to Power Your Camcorder 14 Use the Battery to Power Your Camcorder 15 18 Charge the Battery 15 Atta...

Страница 4: ...nd Playback Features 38 39 Play Back a Tape in the Viewfinder 38 39 Playback Features 39 Tape Positioning 39 Stop Action Pause 39 Visual Searching 39 Tracking 39 Playback on TV or VCR with Audio Video Inputs 40 41 Playback on TV Without Audio Video Inputs 42 43 Travel and Recording Tips 44 Optional Accessories 45 51 Optional Accessories 45 47 Remove Lens Hood to Attach Accessory Lens 48 Accessory ...

Страница 5: ...tomer Service 800 336 1900 Accessories 800 338 0376 Unpack the camcorder and accessories Save the packing materials and box in case you ever need to ship or store your camcorder The items shown below are packed with your camcorder If any are missing or appear damaged contact your dealer immediately Model CC4271 Rechargeable I 0 Volt Battery Stock No EP096FS AC Adapter Charger Stock No 241044 DC Ca...

Страница 6: ... DC cable to the DC OUTPUT jack on the side of the adapter charger 2 Attach the other end of the cable to the DC IN 9 6V jack on the camcorder 3 Plug the adapter charger s plug into an operating outlet 4 Details are on page 14 Adjust the handstrap remove lens cap and attach it to the handstrap on Handstrap 1 Open the handstrap insert your hand and adjust the handstrap to fit your hand 2 Remove the...

Страница 7: ... 5 Turn on the camcorder Switch Note If you want the date and time displayed on your recordings you must set it See Date and 7_me Display on pages 22 23 Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA OFF VCR switch while you slide it to CAMERA The camcorder enters record pause The position of this switch tells the camcorder whether you want to record CAMERA turn the power off OFF or play back tapes...

Страница 8: ...Grasp the viewfinder and rotate it horizontally Pull the viewfinder out from the camcorder and rotate the eyepiece into a comfortable viewing position Turn the eyepiece focus control to adjust the focus of the viewfinder for your vision Adjust the brighmess of the image in the viewfinder by turning the BRIGHT control ...

Страница 9: ...en you aim the camcorder at a dark object and turn offwhen you aim it at a bright object Details are onpages 12 13 Start and stop recording Press and release the REC PAUSE button to start recording REC appears in the viewfinder when the camcorder is recording Press and release the REC PAUSE button again to stop recording The camcorder is now in the record pause mode II appears in the viewfinder wh...

Страница 10: ...g 2 Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA OFF VCR switch while you slide it to VCR 3 Press REW REVIEWto rewind the tape 4 Press PLAYto play back the tape 5 Press STOP EJECTwhen you are finished playing back the tape Details on viewfinder playback are on pages 38 39 10 Set the CAMERA OFF VCR switch to OFF to turn off the camcorder 11 Replace the lens cap ...

Страница 11: ...VCR Switch RE W R ewind RE VIE W Button Also Button PLA Y Button EFWD Fast Forward Button Also Button STOP EJECT Button Also EDIT ADV Button Light Microphone Button Lens Hood_ Lens Lens Cap FADE Button LIGHT ON Switch Reset Switch VIDEO RF DC and AUDIO OUT Jacks Located Behind Small Cover continued on next page ...

Страница 12: ...Bottom of Viewfinder Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring BATTERY EJECT Button Attach Rechargeable DC IN 9 6V Jack Handstrap with Lens Cap Holder Attach Adapter Charger s DC Cord Here Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring Cassette Door Press here to close Power Zoom Buttons Wand T Also TRACKING Buttons 10 ...

Страница 13: ... you leave the buckle on the strap Buckle 2 Thread one end of the shoulder strap 4 through one of the shoulder strap rings as shown below 5 Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring Thread the end of the strap back through the buckle making sure it is threaded over the outer strap Make sure the strap is not twisted Repeat steps 1 3 to attach the other end of the strap Pull on t...

Страница 14: ...ight set the switch to AUTO Notes For the light to operate in AUTO you must have a tape in the camcorder If the lighting condition is unstable the light may turn on and off Set the light to ON or OFF To turn the light off set the switch to OFF To save battery power turn the light off when you are not recording Notes When the light is turned on the camcorder may turn off if the battery s power is l...

Страница 15: ...ace the light bulb Note See the installation instructions packed with the replacement bulb for detailed instructions 3 To replace the light cover pass the bulb through the hole of the 4 reflection plate and attach the lower hook to the light case on the camcorder Press gently on the front of the light cover until it locks into place Note Make sure the front cover of the light is properly attached ...

Страница 16: ... camcorder 3 Plug the adapter charger s plug into an operating outlet The POWER indicator on the adapter charger lights when it is properly connected Notes The adapter charger cannot charge the battery and operate the camcorder at the same time If you connect both the adapter charger will power the camcorder Remove the 14 adapter charger s cable from the DC OUTPUT jack to charge the battery When u...

Страница 17: ...er Charge the Battery If the DC cable is attached to the DC OUTPUT jack on the adapter charger remove it 1 Align reference mark on battery with mark on adapter charger 2 Hold the battery flush against the adapter charger and slide it in the direction of the arrow 3 Plug adapter charger into nearest AC outlet 120V 50 60Hz 4 If the battery is properly connected the adapter charger s CHARGE indicator...

Страница 18: ...direction of the arrow 3 Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA OFF VCR switch while you slide it to CAMERA Remove the Battery 1 Set the CAMERA OFF VCR switch to OFF 2 Press and hold the BATTERY EJECT button while you remove the battery ATTENTION LEAD ACID BATTERY MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY THE PRODUCT THAT YOU HAVE PURCHASED USES A RECHARGEABLE BATTERY AT THE END OF ITS USEFUL LIFE UNDER...

Страница 19: ...gone _ flashes in the viewfinder Recharge the battery or use the adapter charger before continuing to use the camcorder Set the CAMERA OFF VCR switch to OFF to turn off the camcorder before replacing the battery Notes When recording using the recharge able battery the battery level indicator flashes to warn you of low battery power even if you do not have the battery level indicator displayed The ...

Страница 20: ...ply power for the specified time Additional rechargings might help restore the battery s operation time Battery Safety Precautions Batteries being recharged that have not been used for an extended period may continue to charge after the normal time Do not charge a battery for more than 24 hours If the CHARGE indicator on the adapter charger starts flashing remove the battery and reattach it If aft...

Страница 21: ...he camcorder If the battery or DC cable is attached to the camcorder remove it Insert the small plug on the car cord to the DC IN 9 6V jack located on the back of the camcorder Take the vehicle s cigarette lighter out of the socket Insert the car cord s cigarette lighter plug into the vehicle s cigarette lighter socket DC IN 9 6V Jack Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA OFF VCR switch wh...

Страница 22: ...e use of a chemical nonabrasive head cleaning tape Be sure to follow the directions with the head cleaning kit carefully Improper use of a head cleaner might damage your camcorder Erase Protection Safety Tab You can use your videocassettes over and over again To erase a previous recording just record over it _ _Safety Tab To prevent accidental erasure break off the tab To record on the tape again ...

Страница 23: ...ore cassettes vertically in their protective cases at normal room temperatures Do not leave your camcorder or cassettes in a car or outdoors for an extended period Excessive heat or cold might damage your cassettes Keep the cassette away from strong magnetic fields such as electric motors and other devices Keep dust from entering the cassette compartment All dust is abrasive and will cause excessi...

Страница 24: ... not appear press and hold DATE TIME and then press STOP EJECT 4 Repeatedly press EFWD or REW REVIEW until the correct month appears Press and hold the button to advance the digits faster 5 When the correct month is displayed press STOP EJECT The cursor moves to the next part of the display 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 to set the correct month day year hour minute s and AM PM_ After setting AM or PM pre...

Страница 25: ...e The date is automatically recorded for approxi mately 10 seconds at the beginning of the recording TITLE The date and title you have created are displayed and recorded for approximately 10 seconds at the beginning of the recording Date Display The date is dis played and recorded No Display No display is dis played or recorded Charge the Built in Clock Battery The camcorder has a built in recharg...

Страница 26: ...e Focus Control Viewfinder Eye_ Pull Viewfinder in Operating Position Eyepiece Focus Control The eyepiece focus control lets you set the focus of the viewfinder for your vision If you wear eyeglasses you probably can operate the camcorder without them It is easiest to set the correct focus by focusing on one of the viewfinder s on screen displays Look through the viewfinder and adjust the eyepiece...

Страница 27: ...ewfinder continued Tilt Adjustment BRIGHT Control BRIGHT Control The brightness of the viewfinder can be adjusted by rotating the BRIGHT control This does not affect the picture being recorded by the camcorder 25 ...

Страница 28: ...om fade Select B Wto black and white fade Details are on page 32 INDEX Indicator Press the DISPLAY button to display this indicator when the camcorder is placing an index mark on the tape Details are on page 30 26 Status Displays The following displays appear to tell you the status of the camcorder The REC indicator appears during recording The indicator appears when the camcorder is fast forwardi...

Страница 29: ...me left on the tape TAPE END briefly appears when you reach the end of the cassette when you re recording Time and Date Display Press the DATE TIME button to display the time and date AUTO date auto TITLE date only or no date when the camcorder is in record pause These displays are recorded on the tape when they appear in the viewfinder Details are on pages 22 23 Tape Remaining Indicator _l Press ...

Страница 30: ...isplay index fade and zoom indicators from the viewfinder Press DISPLAYto remove the indicators Press DISPLAY again to display the indicators Microphone The microphone picks up the sound during a recording It is more sensitive to sounds coming from the direction the lens is pointed Auto Shot TM Feature The camcorder automatically adjusts focus white balance iris shutter speed and light according t...

Страница 31: ...om approximately 2 1 2 feet to infinity it operates on the wide angle W side from 3 8 inch from the lens surface macro focus to infinity Note When the displays appear the AE indicator for the shutter speed selected by the camcorder 1 60 1 100 1 120 1 180 1 250 1 350 1 500 1 750 1 1000 1 1500 1 2000 or 1 4000 appears in the viewfinder The following conditions may prevent auto focus from operating p...

Страница 32: ...lmost at its end TAPE END flashes in the viewfinder Electronic Indexing Each time you begin recording after the camcorder has been turned off for at least four hours the camcorder automatically records an index mark at the beginning of the new recording When you play back the indexed tape in a VCR that has a compatible indexing feature called VHS Index Search System the invisible marks can be loca...

Страница 33: ...de angle to 32 times press zoom button Tor W To move the lens in the telephoto close up direction press T To move the lens in the wide angle direction press W When DISPLAYis pressed so the displays appear the zoom level indicator appears in the viewfinder during normal zooming ZOOM appears when you zoom more than 16 times ZOOM T W Zoom Level Indicator in Viewfinder 31 ...

Страница 34: ...hite screen Select black wipe to fade in and out to from a black screen Select zoom to fade in and out while zooming SelectB W black and white to fade in and out to from a black and white picture Select no fade indicator if you do not want to fade in or out Note The last fade used appears the first time you press FADE 3 Press REC PAUSE to start recording The picture and sound gradually appear in p...

Страница 35: ...appears in the viewfinder Press the STEADYPIXbutton to turn the steady pix feature off The steady pix indicator _ disappears Notes Turn steady pix off when using a tripod Steady pix may not operate properly when wide angle or telephoto lens adapters are used There is a small change in the picture size when using steady pix Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive or wh...

Страница 36: ... want to return to and press RESETto reset the counter to O000Mi O000M 34 Tape Counter With Memory Stop Continue to record or play the tape When you want to return to the place 4 you marked press the REC PAUSE button to stop recording or the STOP EJECT button to stop playback Press and hold the small button while you set the CAMERA OFF VCR switch to VCR 5 Press the REW RE VIEW button The tape rewi...

Страница 37: ...ed at any time The built in character register contains more than 45 different characters Your title can contain up to 32 characters on two lines TITLER Button Button Also RE W RE VIE W Button CAMERA OFF VCR Switch Button Also F FWD Button EDIT ADV Button Also STOP EJECT Button 000 35 ...

Страница 38: ...ter press EDIT ADV to move the flashing cursor to the place where you want the next character to appear 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you have completed the title 7 When you are finished press TITLER to store the title and remove the title graphics from the viewfinder Remember Be sure to remove the titler graphics from the viewfinder for normal recording To Correct an Error 1 Press TITLER to displa...

Страница 39: ...ember Remove the titler graphics for normal recording Note You can also use the automatic title recording feature to automatically record the title and date for 10 seconds when you begin recording Press the DATE TIME button to display _ TITLE before starting to record Record a Title While Copying a Tape from the Camcorder to Another VCR 1 Attach a power source to the camcorder 2 4 Place the tape y...

Страница 40: ...ce Play Back a Tape in the Viewfinder 1 2 Attach a power supply Attach the adapter charger charged battery or optional car cord Insert a tape Press STOP EJECTto open the cassette compartment Insert the cassette with the safety tab facing up and the tape windows facing out Press the cassette down gently until it locks into place and close the cassette compartment door The camcorder only plays back ...

Страница 41: ...E VIE W or EFWD to rewind or fast forward the tape Press STOP EJECTto stop the tape Stop Action Pause During playback press REC PAUSE to stop the action and view one frame of the tape Press REC PAUSE again to return to normal playback Visual Searching During playback press and hold EFWD or RE W RE VIE W if you want to search the tape visually in forward or reverse Release the button to return to n...

Страница 42: ...e audio video cable to the AUDIO IN jack on the TV or VCR Notes If your cable does not have white and yellow plugs attach the same color to the audio jacks If your TV or VCR has stereo AUDIO IN jacks attach the plug to the one labeled MONO If one is not labeled MONO you need aY adapter such as AH25 shown on page 47 to hear both channels Yellow Video Plug 2 Attach the yellow plug to the VIDEO IN ja...

Страница 43: ...re is turned off _ress DISPLAY or the camcorder will enter play pause when the counter reaches O000M Press STOP EJECT when you are finished Note The camcorder only plays back tapes recorded in the SP speed Viewing What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording 1 A g Camcorder connected directly to TV Turn on the TV and tune it to the video input channel Camcorder connected to VCR that is already connec...

Страница 44: ... TV Installation 1 Disconnect the VHF antenna from your TV Connect the antenna to the IN FROMANT connector on the RF output adapter if you are going to leave the adapter connected to the TV Note If your VHF antenna is the flat twin lead type attached by two screws you need an optional 300 75 ohm transformer 2 Attach one end of the optional coaxial RF cable to the OUT TO TV connector on the adapter...

Страница 45: ... RF output adapter to the same channel you selected on the TV 3 Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA OFF VCR switch while you slide it to CAMERA 4 Press the REC PAUSE button to begin recording You can watch what the camcorder is seeing or recording on the TV screen Normal TV Viewing For normal TV viewing leave the RF the camcorder or turn the camcorder s output adapter hooked up to the TV...

Страница 46: ... out of scenes makes welMit This improves picture quality your videos appear more professional and color reproduction Do not move the camcorder rapidly from side to side while recording A steady gradual pan avoids blur ring and jitter Use the viewfinder to make sure the camcorder is level while recording so that your scenes won t appear tilted Do not bump or tap the camcorder s microphone while re...

Страница 47: ...ying Case DCC096 DC Car Cord Adapter This case provides protection and utility for full size camcorders and most accessories It is constructed of rugged nylon fabric for years of reliable service Three outside pockets provide ample accessory storage with mesh covered lens filter compartment and built in holders for memo pads pens and other accessories The hand grip and adjustable shoulder strap al...

Страница 48: ...corder steady and produces excellent video results This tripod s fluid effect head provides smooth camera pan and tilt The quick release mount makes it easy to attach or remove the camcorder The grooved tubular 3 section leg design folds down to 24 when not in use Rubber feet allow for sure footing and built in retractable leg spikes eliminate the need for removing the feet CPS014 AC Battery Charg...

Страница 49: ...tandard 75 ohm antenna cable such as VH82 or VH90 to the 300 ohm screw terminals on a TV VH83 Audio Video Cable This six foot audio video cable can be used to connect the camcorder to a TV monitor or VCR for tape playback or copying tapes These RF cables are used with the RF output adapter to connect your camcorder to a standard TV one without audio video input jacks for playback If your TV has 30...

Страница 50: ...ns extenders or lens filter kits To Attach an Accessory Lens 1 Attach the lens cap over the lens hood 2 Turn the lens cap and hood counterclockwise with the palm of your hand to remove them 3 Turn the accessory lens clockwise into the camcorder s lens Make sure the lens is tightened firmly but do not over tighten 48 ...

Страница 51: ... No Price AC093 59 95 AC202 49 95 AH25 2 95 CPS014 219 95 CRF95 69 95 DCC096 49 95 EP096FL 79 95 EP096FS 69 95 VH54 2 95 VH82 6 95 VH83 5 95 VH90 7 95 Qty 221111 12 95 227327 or 12 95 241305 12 95 241044 169 95 241308 13 65 Total Merchandise Sales Tax We are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual state county and locality to which the merchandise is being sent Shi...

Страница 52: ... your name on MasterCard I I I I IExpiration date _ IMPORTANT Copy complete account number from your Discover Card I I I I II I I I II I I I II I I I I Expiration date _ _ AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE Pricesare subject to changewithout notice Print or type your name and address clearly Name Street City State A complete and correct order will save you days of waiting Apt Zip Please make sure that both side...

Страница 53: ...he toll free number listed below between 8 AM and 10 PM EST Monday through Friday or between 9AM and 5PM EST Saturday Use this number only to place an order for accessory items listed on this order form 1 800 338 0376 To place your order by mail detach and mail the completed order form with credit card information money order or check in U S currency made payable to Thomson Consumer Electronics In...

Страница 54: ...ke sure it is plugged into a working outlet Make sure CAMERA OFF VCR switch is set to correct position for desired operation There might not be a cassette in the camcorder Try ejecting and reinserting the cassette The cassette tape might be broken try another cassette You might have reached the end of the cassette try rewinding it Moisture condensation might cause the tape to stick to the headwhee...

Страница 55: ...mal playback Lens is smudged and image appears unfocused Eyepiece focus control is misadjusted Eyepiece focus control is misadjusted Seepage 24 Adjust the BRIGHT control on the bottom of the viewfinder Seepage 25 Tape was recorded on a different camcorder or VCR If the picture contains black and white streaks press one of the tracking buttons to correct it See page 39 Camcorder only has one speed ...

Страница 56: ...o attach a power supply Sunlight is directly entering the lens Black spots or bright spots of light red green or blue might appear in the viewfinder These spots are not recorded on the tape and are not due to a defect in the unit Lead acid batteries must be kept charged Charge your battery before and after every use and at least every six months Battery run times are measured when the camcorder is...

Страница 57: ...e willnot occur ina particular installation Ifthis equipment does cause harmful interference toradio or television reception which can bedetermined byturning the equipment offand on the user isencouraged totrytocorrect the interference byone ormore ofthe following measures Reorient orrelocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment int...

Страница 58: ... with cleaning tissue and commercially prepared cleaning solution designed for use on camera lens Improper cleaning might scratch the lens Lens Clean the Camcorder s Viewfinder You can remove the viewfinder eyepiece for cleaning 1 Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out 2 Gently use a cotton swab or blower brush to remove the dust 3 Reattach the eyepiece by aligning the reference marks ...

Страница 59: ...y after moving it from a cold location to a warm location Give the camcorder 2 to 3 hours to reach a stable temperature before inserting a cassette When the camcorder is moved from cold to warm condensation might cause the tape to stick to the headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape Do not aim your camcorder at the sun or other bright objects Do not leave your camcorder in direct sunlight for e...

Страница 60: ...em Two video record playback heads Video signal EIA standard NTSC color Camera Section Scanning 525 lines 60 fields 30 frames Image Sensor 1 4 CCD Imager Lens F1 4 16 1 4 64 mm power zoom lens Diameter 46 mm AC Adapter Charger Power requirement 120 V 50 60 Hz Power consumption 24 watts Weight 85 lbs 390g Dimensions 6 W x 1 7 H x 2 7 D 152 W x 43 H x 69 D mm Viewfinder 0 55 color viewfinder Tripod ...

Страница 61: ...ipment to avoid delays accounting errors or even loss of your unit Important information to customers who ship defective equipment to Thomson Consumer Electronics The Thomson representative who authorized the return of your equipment will give you an RA number over the phone They will also provide you with instructions on where and how to return your Camcorder Write the number in large clear chara...

Страница 62: ...ental U S A 60 2 The exchange location will notify you of its arrival 3 Take your unit excluding all accessories and your evidence of purchase date such as a bill of sale to the exchange location and you will be provided the new or refurbished unit 4 If the repairs were covered by your warranty you will not be billed If you are not located near an exchange point 1 Provide your Discover MasterCard ...

Страница 63: ... the continental U S A To have your Camcorder repaired by an Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center Check with your dealer or call 1 800 336 1900 for the Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center nearest you Take your unit to the Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center of your choice Show the Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center representative evidence of purchase date such as a bill of sale Pic...

Страница 64: ...17 19 22 23 28 29 34 35 36 37 38 39 41 43 Car cord adapter optional 19 Care and maintenance cleaning the camcorder 56 cleaning the lens 56 cleaning the viewfinder 56 proper care and storage 57 things to avoid 57 Care and storage camcorder 57 cassette 21 Cassette care and storage 21 Cassette compartment 38 Cassette door 10 Cassette holder 21 Cassettes insert and remove 21 video 20 Cautions i Chargi...

Страница 65: ...s 26 29 battery level 17 26 fade 26 32 fast forwarding 26 INDEX 26 30 NO TAPE 27 pause 26 REC 7 26 record pause 7 rewind 26 status 26 steady pix 26 33 TAPE 27 tape counter 27 34 TAPE END 27 30 tape remaining 27 30 ZOOM 27 31 zoom level 27 31 Information to user 55 Insert and remove cassettes 21 L Lens 9 Lens cap 4 48 Lens hood 9 removing 48 LIGHT AUTO OFF ON switch 7 9 12 Light bulb replace 13 Lig...

Страница 66: ...e lens hood 48 Replace the light bulb 13 RESET button 9 34 Reset switch 9 REW rewind REVIEW button 8 9 22 28 29 34 35 38 39 Rewinding indicator 26 S Safety information i Safety precautions battery 18 Safety tab 20 Searching during playback 39 Shoulder strap 3 attaching 11 Shoulder strap attachment rings 10 11 Solving problems 52 SP speed 20 38 Specifications 58 Speed recording and playback 20 Stat...

Страница 67: ...39 TRACKING buttons 10 38 39 Travel Tips 44 Tripod optional 46 using 46 Trouble checks 52 U Unpack camcorder and accessories 3 V Videocassettes 20 Viewfinder 6 10 24 25 adjust for viewing 24 BRIGHT control 25 displays 26 eyepiece focus control 24 playback 38 tilt adjustment 25 W Warnings i Warnings tape 27 Warranty limited 60 Z Zoom buttons 10 28 31 ZOOM indicator 27 31 Zoom level indicator 27 31 ...

Страница 68: ..._ THOMSON CO NSU M ER ELECTRON ICS 10330 N Meridian Street Indianapolis IN 46290 _ 1998 Thomson Consumer Electronics Inc Trademark s Registered Marca s Registrada s Printed in Japan 15331680 QR19423 ...

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