96M12900 The "BL-1300 Series Laser Barcode Reader" uses a visible laser light

source.
*96M12900-1* Model BL-1300, 1301, 1300HA, 1301HA, 1350HA, 1351HA, 1370, 1371
Wavelength 660 nm
Output 85 W
Laser Bar Code Reader Pulse duration 112 s

BL-1300 Series
FDA (CDRH)
Class 2 Laser Product
Laser Class Part 1040.10
IEC 60825-1 Class 2 Laser Product

Instruction Manual • Follow the instructions mentioned in this manual.

Otherwise, injury to the human body (eyes and skin)
may result.
Precautions on class 2 laser products
• Do not stare into the beam.
• Do not direct the beam at other people or into areas
where other people unconnected with the laser work
might be present.
• Be careful of the path of the laser beam.
WARNING If there is a danger that the operator may be
exposed to the laser beam reflected by specular or
diffuse reflection, block the beam by installing an
enclosure with the appropriate reflectance.
• Install the products so that the path of the laser beam
is not as the same height as that of human eye.
• Do not disassemble this product. Laser emission
Failure to follow these instructions may lead to death or from this product is not automatically stopped when
DANGER serious injury. it is disassembled.

WARNING Failure to follow these instructions may lead to injury. The BL-1300 Series barcode readers are equipped with the following
safety measures.
Failure to follow these instructions may lead to product • Laser radiation emission warning LED (LASER LED)
CAUTION damage (product malfunction, etc.). During laser emission, the LASER ON LED illuminates. The LED ON
status can be clearly visible through protective eyewear; specifically
Provides additional information on proper operation.
designed for the wavelength of 660nm.
Note

• Laser forced OFF command

Indicates useful information or information that aids Sending the laser forced OFF command to the BL-1300 can inhibit
TIPS understanding of text descriptions.
emission of laser beams. When working near the laser transmitter, be
sure to use the laser forced OFF command to avoid looking into the
laser beams.
* When this command is selected, the bottom STABILITY LED flashes.
Safety information for BL-1300 Series
 IEC warning/explanatory label locations
 General precautions
• Do not use this product for the purpose to protect a human body or BL- 1300/1301/1300HA/ BL-1350HA/1351HA
part of a human body. 1301HA/1370/1371
• This product is not intended for use as an explosion-proof product. Do
not use this product in a hazardous location and/or potentially
explosive atmosphere.
• We recommend that you take substantial safety measures to avoid any
damage in the event a problem occurs.
• If the BL-1300 is modified or used in any way other than described in
the specifications, its function and performance cannot be guaranteed.
• When the BL-1300 is used in combination with other instruments, the
function and performance may be effected by operating conditions and
the surrounding environment.
• It is prohibited to use or copy all or any part of this manual without prior
approval.
• The information contained in this manual is subject to change without
notice.

 Safety precautions on laser product
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may result
WARNING
in hazardous radiation exposure.
Use the suitable IEC warning/explanatory label included in the package
of this product according to the countries and/or regions where this
product is used.
In this case, it can be affixed on the IEC warning/explanatory label,
which has already been affixed to this product.

L'utilisation des commandes ou réglages ou l'exécution

des procédures autres que celles spécifiées dans les
AVERTISSEMENT présentes exigences peuvent être la cause d'une
exposition à un rayonnement dangereux.

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 For proper use of this product  Canada IC (Industry Canada) regulations
The BL-1300 Series conforms to the following IC EMI regulations.
Precautions on use
• ICES-003, Class B digital apparatus
• The BL-1300 uses a 5 V DC power supply. Using a
different voltage level may damage the unit. When using
the KEYENCE power supply unit N-R2, N-R4, N-UB, N-L1,  CE marking
NX-50 Series or DV-90 Series, select the voltage level The BL-1300 Series complies with the following essential requirements
which can be supplied by the power supply unit. If a of the EU Directives.
nonconforming power supply is connected, the BL-1300 • EMC Directives (2004/108/EC)
may be damaged. • Low-voltage Directives (2006/95/EC)
• Before connecting or disconnecting the cable, be sure
The following harmonized standards are applied to these products in
to turn off any device connected to the BL-1300 Series.
Otherwise, the BL-1300 Series may be damaged. order to confirm the compliance.
• Applicable standards (EMI) EN55011, Class A
• Do not disassemble or modify the BL-1300 Series, as
EN55022, Class B
this may cause product failure.
• Applicable standards (EMS) EN61000-6-2
• Locate cables as far as possible from high-voltage EN61000-6-1
lines and power lines. Otherwise, generated noise may
cause product failure or malfunctions. * The length of the communication and power cables should be less than 30
m.
• Before mounting the BL-1300 Series, insulate the
mounting location. Otherwise, generated noise may cause
product failure or malfunctions.
Package Contents List
• The BL-1300 is a
precision instrument.
Dropping the unit or Main unit
subjecting it to shock BL-1300/1301/1300HA/ BL-1350HA/1351HA
may cause damage. Be 1301HA/1370/1371
careful when
unpacking, carrying, an
mounting it. Do not
CAUTION
hold the units by their
cables.
• Do not hold the units by
their cables when carrying
them. The units may hit
each other and become Mounting bracket
damaged. BL-1300/1301/1300HA/ BL-1350HA/1351HA
1301HA/1370/1371
Mounting bracket A and B: 1 each Mounting bracket: 1

If abnormal conditions are encountered

Insulating spacer: 4 Instruction manual
If the following conditions are encountered, turn off the 96M12614 The "BL-1300 Series Laser Barcode Reader" uses a visible laser light

power supply unit immediately. Continuing to use the BL-

source.

Model BL-1300, 1301, 1300HA, 1301HA, 1350HA, 1351HA, 1370, 1371

Wavelength 660 nm
Output 85 μW
Laser Bar Code Reader Pulse duration 112 μs

BL-1300 Series
FDA (CDRH)
Class 2 Laser Product

1300 Series under abnormal conditions may cause fire,

Laser Class Part 1040.10
IEC 60825-1 Class 2 Laser Product

Instruction Manual • Follow the instructions mentioned in this manual.

Otherwise, injury to the human body (eyes and skin)
may result.
Precautions on class 2 laser products

electric shock, or product failure. Contact your nearest

• Do not stare into the beam.
• Do not direct the beam at other people or into areas

Washer: 4 WARNING
where other people unconnected with the laser work
might be present.
• Be careful of the path of the laser beam.
If there is a danger that the operator may be
exposed to the laser beam reflected by specular or
diffuse reflection, block the beam by installing an

KEYENCE sales office (listed at the end of this manual)

enclosure with the appropriate reflectance.
• Install the products so that the path of the laser beam
is not as the same height as that of human eye.
• Do not disassemble this product. Laser emission
Failure to follow these instructions may lead to death or from this product is not automatically stopped when
DANGER serious injury. it is disassembled.

for repairs.
WARNING Failure to follow these instructions may lead to injury. The BL-1300 Series barcode readers are equipped with the following
safety measures.
Failure to follow these instructions may lead to product • Laser radiation emission warning LED (LASER LED)
CAUTION damage (product malfunction, etc.). During laser emission, the LASER ON LED illuminates. The LED ON
status can be clearly visible through protective eyewear; specifically
Provides additional information on proper operation.
designed for the wavelength of 660nm.
Note

• Water or foreign matter enters the BL-1300 Series.

• Laser forced OFF command
Indicates useful information or information that aids Sending the laser forced OFF command to the BL-1300 can inhibit
TIPS understanding of text descriptions.
emission of laser beams. When working near the laser transmitter, be
sure to use the laser forced OFF command to avoid looking into the
laser beams.
* When this command is selected, the bottom STABILITY LED flashes.
Safety information for BL-1300 Series

• The BL-1300 Series is dropped or the housing is
Mounting screw (M3): 2 „ General precautions
• Do not use this product for the purpose to protect a human body or
part of a human body.
• This product is not intended for use as an explosion-proof product. Do
not use this product in a hazardous location and/or potentially
„ IEC warning/explanatory label locations

BL- 1300/1301/1300HA/
1301HA/1370/1371
BL-1350HA/1351HA

explosive atmosphere.

damaged. •

•
We recommend that you take substantial safety measures to avoid
any damage in the event a problem occurs.
If the BL-1300 is modified or used in any way other than described in
the specifications, its function and performance cannot be guaranteed.
When the BL-1300 is used in combination with other instruments, the
function and performance may be effected by operating conditions and
the surrounding environment.

• The BL-1300 Series produces smoke or an abnormal

• It is prohibited to use or copy all or any part of this manual without prior
approval.
• The information contained in this manual is subject to change without
notice.

„ Safety precautions on laser product Use the suitable IEC warning/explanatory label included in the package

smell WARNING
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may result
in hazardous radiation exposure.
of this product according to the countries and/or regions where this
product is used.
In this case, it can be affixed on the IEC warning/explanatory label,
which has already been affixed to this product.

Precautions on Regulations and Standards Laser warning seal set: 1

BL- 1300/1301/1300HA/
 UL Certificate 1301HA/1370/1371
The BL-1300 Series is an UL/c-UL certified product.
• UL File No. E207185, E167973
• UL category NRAQ/NRAQ7, NWGQ2/NWGQ8
Be sure to observe the following installation and environment conditions.
• Be sure to use a power supply that provides class 2 output as defined
in NFPA70 (NEC: National Electrical Code).
• Pollution degree 2
• Overvoltage category I
BL-1350HA/1351HA
 FDA regulations
The BL-1300 Series is classified as class 2 laser product. The
classification is based on IEC60825-1 following the Laser Notice No. 50
from FDA (CDRH).

 FCC regulations
The BL-1300 Series complies with the following FCC EMI regulations.
• FCC Part 15 Subpart B, Class B digital devices

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 Part Names and Functions  Connecting the power supply
Connect a cable with a
length of 4.8 m or less.
6. Transmitter/receiver 6. Transmitter/receiver

+5V 11 +
8. Cable 8. Cable 5 VDC
GND 12

• Reverse connection of the power supply is strictly

prohibited. This may cause product failure.
Note • Use a stable power supply of 5V DC  5%. Using a
power supply outside this range may cause product
7. Connector 7. Connector failure.

1. LASER LED  Wiring IN1/IN2 input pins

4. STABILITY LED 2. OK/NG/ERR LED • The IN1 (timing) input is used to trigger the BL-1300 Series to read
5. TEST SWITCH 3. TIMING LED barcodes (to emit a laser beam).
• The IN2 (preset) input is used to trigger the BL-1300 Series to register
barcode data.
IN1/IN2 input is performed by no-voltage input.
Number Name Function
1 LASER LED Lit when laser beams are emitted.
• When OK output is ON: The green LED
lights.

2 OK/NG/ERR LED
3 TIMING LED
4 STABILTY LED
5 TEST SWITCH
6 Transmitter/receiver
7 Connector
8 Cable
Connection and Wiring Method
 Connection connector pin layout
Internal circuit
4.7 kΩ
10 kΩ 100 Ω
• When NG output is ON: The orange LED TIM
Contact
6,10
lights.
or
• When ERR output is ON: The red LED
lights.
non-contact
12
GND
Lit when trigger input is ON.
Displays the reading stability and the BL- 5 VDC
1300 operating status.
This switch is used to perform the following
operations.
• If this switch is pressed once shortly, a
 Wiring OUT1/OUT2/OUT3/OUT4 output pins
barcode is read once. • OUT1 (OK) is used as output indicating that reading is successfully
• Starting and canceling the test mode completed and that the comparison and matching with preset data is
• Start reading of batch set bar codes judged as OK.
• Registering preset data
• Canceling PLC link errors • OUT2 (NG/ERROR) is used as output indicating that reading has
• Fixing the communication setting to the failed and that the comparison and matching with preset data is judged
initial value when setting transmission and as NG.
reception
• OUT3 (ERROR) is used as output indicating that reading has failed.
Receives the emitted and reflected light of • OUT4(BUSY) is output any time the trigger input cannot be accepted,
laser beams and reads barcodes.
such as cases where the BL-1300 Series is at initial start-up or in
Used to connect to the communication unit.
setting mode, the motor/laser is damaged, the motor/laser is locked, or
Cable length is 2 m.
the number of rotations of the motor is changed.
The output form of each signal is NPN open collector.
Internal circuit

3.3 kΩ OK/NG
1, 2, Load
33 V 5, 9
1 2 6.8 kΩ
Cable head cross-section view 12
3 4 5 6 RP17-13PA-12PC plug (male) GND +
7 8 9 10
Manufactured by Hirose Electric Co., Ltd.
11 12

* Rated load: 24V DC (30 mA) or less

Pin number Symbol Explanation

 Wiring RS-232C
1 OUT1 Output pin 1 (initial value OK output)
When connecting the BL-1300 Series to the PC, connect as shown
Output pin 2 (initial value NG/ERROR
2 OUT2
output)
below.
BL-1300 Series PC
3 TXD RS-232C transmission
4 CTS RS-232C transmission permitted TxD 3 2 RxD (RD)
5 OUT4 Output pin 4 (initial value BUSY output)
CTS 4 7 RTS (RS)
6 IN2 Input pin 2 (initial value PRESET input)
7 RXD RS-232C reception RxD 7 3 TxD (SD)
8 RTS RS-232C reception permitted RTS 8 8 CTS (CS)
9 OUT3 Output pin 3 (initial value ERROR output)
GND 12 5 GND (SG)
10 IN1 Input pin 1 (initial value TIMING input)
11 +5V +5V power supply +5V 11 4 DTR (ER)
12 GND (SG) Common GND Round 6 DSR (DR)
* The shield line is directly connected to the common GND. connector + D-sub9 pin
12-pin (male) (female)
#4-40 screw

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 Installing the BL-1300 Series
2 Fasten the mounting bracket to the unit.
When installing the BL-1300 Series, adjust the mounting angle and
distance as shown below. * Mounting screws (M4) are not included.

 Adjusting the mounting angle When mounting bracket A is used When mounting bracket B is
Mount the BL-1300 Series so that a laser beam is applied at an angle of used
approximately 15. Mounting
Mounting screw
For the front type of the BL-1300 Series BL-1300/1301/1300HA/1301HA/ (M4) screw (M4)
1370/1371, the unit must be tilted at an angle of 15. Washer
For the side type BL-1350HA/1351HA, it is not necessary to tilt the unit Washer Insulating
because a laser beam is emitted at an angle of 15. Insulating spacer
spacer
Front type Side type
BL-1300/1301/1300HA/ BL-1350HA/1351HA
1301HA/1370/1371
Reading distance
Reading distance

15 15

 Adjusting the reading distance

The BL-1300 Series normally provides stable reading when it is mounted Be sure to mount the supplied insulation spacer to
suppress the influences of noises from the unit side.
at the following distance. Note If the insulation spacer is not mounted, there is risk of
Model Mounting distance the occurrence of a reading error or a wrong reading.
BL-1300/1301 : 120 mm
BL-1300HA/1301HA : 90 mm
 Attaching the side type BL-1350HA/1351HA to the
BL-1350HA/1351HA : 65 mm
mounting bracket
BL-1370/1371 : 230 mm
The following is the procedure for mounting the BL-1350HA/1351HA
* The supplied mounting bracket facilitates the angle setting. using the supplied mounting bracket.
* The reading rate check mode ensures an optimal reading position.

• Do not mount the BL-1300 Series so that the laser

1 Attach the BL-1300 Series to the mounting bracket.
beam is applied to bar codes at a right angle (10). * The mounting bracket for the BL-1300 allows two mounting orientations.
Otherwise, the specular reflections may cause Choose the appropriate orientation according to the application.
unstable reading or reading errors. * Refer to page 5 for the dimensions of the mounting bracket.
Front type Side type
15 Laser beam
Within
10 Within
Note 10

Incorrect Incorrect
Laser
• The reading distance and angle may vary depending beam
on the narrow bar width, size, and printing quality of
bar codes. Be sure to test the BL-1300 Series' ability to Mounting Mounting
read the actual bar codes using "Reading rate check bracket bracket
mode". Supplied mounting Supplied mounting
screw (M3) screw (M3)

Mounting the BL-1300 Series 2 Fasten the mounting

bracket to the unit.
 Attaching the front type BL-1300/1301/1300HA/1301HA/ Mounting
* Mounting screws (M4) are screw (M4)
1370/1371 to the mounting bracket.
not included.
The following procedure is for mounting the BL-1300 using the supplied Washer
mounting bracket.
Insulating
spacer
1 Attach the BL-1300 Series to the mounting bracket.
* Refer to page 5 for the dimensions of the mounting bracket.

When mounting bracket A is When mounting bracket B is

used used

Mounting
bracket A

Laser
beam
Mounting
bracket B
Be sure to mount the supplied spacer to suppress the
Laser influences of noise. A reading error or an incorrect error
beam Note reading may occur if the insulation spacer is not
Supplied mounted.
Supplied mounting mounting
screw (M3) screw (M3)

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 Mounting the BL-1300 Series without the mounting  Mounting bracket
bracket * On the bottom of the mounting bracket, an insulation sheet is attached.
Do not remove it.
1 Fasten the BL-1300 Series. • For the front type
Fasten the BL-1300 Series in the mounting position with M3 screws.
Mounting bracket A Laser
* The M3 screws are not included. Select the M3 screws after checking beam
the panel thickness and other factors of the mounting position.
(The mounting hole for the BL-1300 Series is 4 mm deep.)

15°
7.82

BL-1300/1301/1300HA/ BL-1350HA/1351HA
1301HA/1370/1371

59.6
43.35

5.5

38.65
5°
R19

10°

2.2
19.6
14
9
Mounting Mounting 2-R 2.75 3 5.5 2-R 2.75
hole hole 25
37.6
Mounting screw (M3) Mounting screw (M3)

To suppress the influence of noise, mount the insulation

plate between the unit and the place it will be mounted. If
Mounting bracket B
Note the insulation plate is not mounted, a reading error or an 6.5
2-R 2.65
incorrect reading may occur. 3

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Dimensions

5.3
 Main unit (BL-1300/1301/1300HA/1301HA/1370/1371)

26.5
40
29.75

3
29.33
Laser beam

Laser beam
2-R 2.65 5.3
15.95

15°
43.58

31

28.01
32.7

3.5 22.5 21 Center of

scanning
2.2

11.4
2-M 3 Depth 4

49.35
33

• For the side type

40
23.46

5.5 36
2-R 5.3 3 2-R 2.65
2.65
5.3
3
3.5

15 min.

3.8

11

4.2
38.5

11.5 14.55
Cable length: 1.8 m
18.66
21

 Main unit (BL-1350HA/1351HA)

Laser 15° °
beam 15
41.56 21 1.6
18.66
17.6

41.56 Center of
scanning
67.6

22 3.5 21
19.6
48
38.1

2.2
23.47

48

2-M 3
3.5
15 min.

3.8

Depth4

4.2
11.5 Cable length: 2 m
6.45
48

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Specifications at 500 scans/second
Specifications
· The laser classification for FDA(CDRH) is implemented based on IEC60825-1 in
accordance with the requirements of Laser Notice No. 50.
 General specifications
· To comply with UL/IEC60950-1, use the limited power source defined in
Model BL-1300 BL-1301 BL-1300HA BL-1301HA UL/IEC60950-1.
Type Standard type High-resolution
· The internal settings of the unit are written to the internal memory.
Scanning direction Front (Re-writable 100,000 times)
Visible red semiconductor laser
Light source
(Wavelength: 660 nm)
Output 85 W  Interface specifications
Pulse duration 112 s
Class 2 Laser Product 2 (IN1, 2), no-voltage input
Laser Class Input pin
(IEC60825-1,FDA(CDRH) Part 1040.10) (contact, non-contact)
Scan method Single Raster Single Raster Output type 4 (OUT1 to 4) NPN open collector
Focal distance 120 mm 90 mm Rating load 24 V DC, 30 mA
65 to 500 mm *1 45 to 270 mm *1 Output Leakage current at
Reading distance pin 0.1 mA or less
(When narrow width is (When narrow width is OFF
1.0 mm) 0.5 mm)
Residual voltage at
Reading bar width 0.125 mm or more 0.08 mm or more 0.5 V or less
ON
339 mm *1 189 mm *1 Transmission method EIA RS-232C compliant
Maximum reading label width (Distance 350 mm, (Distance 189 mm,
Narrow bar width 1.0 Narrow bar width 0.5 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200,
Communication rate
mm) mm) 31250, 38400, 57600, 115200 bps
PCS 0.4 or more Serial Synchronization Start-stop synchronization
interface
Scan count 500 to 1300 scans/second Data length 7/8 bits
CODE39, ITF, Industrial2of5, Standard2of5, Stop bit length 1/2 bits
COOP2of5, CODABAR, CODE128,
Supported codes Parity check None/even/odd
GS1-128, CODE93,
UPC/EAN, GS1 DataBar
74 digits
Reading digit (148 digits for the CODE128 start character C)
Enclosure rating IP65 WARRANTIES AND DISCLAIMERS
Ambient light Sunlight: 10000 lx, Incandescent lamp: 6000 lx
Environment resistance

KEYENCE, at its sole option, will refund, repair or replace at no charge any
Ambient
0 to 45C defective Products within 1 year from the date of shipment. Unless stated
temperature
Storage ambient otherwise herein, the Products should not be used internally in humans, for
-20 to 60C
temperature human transportation, as safety devices or fail-safe systems. EXCEPT FOR
Relative humidity 35 to 85%, No condensation THE FOREGOING, ALL EXPRESS, IMPLIED AND STATUTORY
Operating WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY,
No dust or corrosive gas present
atmosphere FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT OF
Vibration
10 to 55 Hz, amplitude 1.5 mm, PROPRIETARY RIGHTS, ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED. KEYENCE
2 hours each in X, Y and Z directions
SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL,
Power supply
5V DC 5% CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES, EVEN IF DAMAGES RESULT
Rating voltage
Power consumption 400 mA max.
FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH ANY
SUGGESTIONS OR INFORMATION PROVIDED BY KEYENCE. In some
Weight Approx. 115 g
jurisdictions, some of the foregoing warranty disclaimers or damage limitations
may not apply.
Model BL-1350HA BL-1351HA BL-1370 BL-1371
High-resolution, E 1101-3
Type Long distance type
side-scanning type
Scanning direction Side Front
Visible red semiconductor laser
Light source
(Wavelength: 660 nm)
Output 85 W
Pulse duration 112 s
Class 2 Laser Product
Laser Class
(IEC60825-1,FDA(CDRH) Part 1040.10)
Scan method Single Raster Single Raster
Focal distance 65 mm 230 mm
40 to 250 mm *1 160 to 600 mm *1
Reading distance (When narrow width is (When narrow width is
0.5 mm) 1.0 mm)
Reading bar width 0.08 mm or more 015 mm or more

Maximum reading label 201 mm *1 (Distance 404 mm *1 (Distance

width 175 mm, Narrow bar 420 mm, Narrow bar
width 0.5 mm) width 1.0 mm)
PCS 0.4 or more
Scan count 500 to 1300 scans/second
CODE39, ITF, Industrial2of5, Standard2of5,
Supported codes COOP2of5, CODABAR, CODE128,
GS1-128, CODE93,
UPC/EAN, GS1 DataBar
74 digits
Reading digit
(148 digits for the CODE128 start character C)
Enclosure rating IP65
Ambient light Sunlight: 10000 lx, Incandescent lamp: 6000 lx
Environment resistance

Ambient
0 to 45C
temperature
Storage ambient
-20 to 60C
temperature
Relative humidity 35 to 85%, No condensation
Operating
atmosphere No dust or corrosive gas present

Vibration 10 to 55 Hz, amplitude 1.5 mm,

2 hours each in X, Y and Z directions
Power supply
5V DC 5%
voltage
Rating
Power
400 mA max.
consumption
Weight Approx. 130 g Approx. 115 g

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