KRK ROKIT 5 G2
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1. e Play some non distorted source material at a low volume Carefully cover the tweeter to block the sound without touching the diaphragm Is the woofer producing a clean sound If there is not a clear tonal quality or any sound at all then the woofer probably needs to be replaced e Cover the woofer so you can hear mostly the tweeter Is the tweeter producing a clear sound If there is not a clear tonal quality or any sound at all then the tweeter probably needs to be replaced e Once you have a better idea of what may be at fault please call our customer service de partment We will help you determine the best solution to correct your monitors KRK Customer Service can be reached at 1 800 444 2766 or by email at Service AGibson com Here are some suggestions that will help you eliminate these undesirables from your system e Make sure that the power cord is plugged snugly into the IEC socket on the rear of the monitor e Check the connections between the signal source and the monitor The RoKit G2 s XLR and TRS connectors are a completely balanced system If you re connecting an unbal anced output to the monitor be sure that you re using Pin 2 for signal and have Pin 1 and Pin 3 tied together at the source end e Refer to the Connecting Your System section on page 6 of this manual to ensure that the AC mains is matched to the operating voltage requirements e All audio equipment should use the same ground point Check all other devi2. Let s read on about the features of your new RoKit G2 monitors so you can start enjoying your new monitors now System Controls System Volume The input sensitivity is adjusted with the rear panel mounted System Gain control counterclockwise reduces sensitivity Adjustment range is from 30dB to 6dB Factory preset gain is 6dB which should suffice for most conditions Normally adjustments would only be made if you were using your monitor in a surround system and needed to balance levels or if your monitor send is too hot and not adjustable HF Adjustment Two Way Systems High Frequency adjustment is performed through a rear panel mounted 4 position rotary switch Range of control is 1dB Flat 1dB or 2dB shelving above 2kHz The factory setting for your RoKit G2 Powered Monitor is flat switch is in the OdB position Room acoustics may dictate which type of adjustment you need to make to retain a flat frequency response from the monitor see additional information in the Installing Your Monitors section 6dB 3dB e O 30dB 6dB VOLUME 1dB OdB 2dB 1dB HF LEVEL ADJUST IMPORTANT All connections should be made all fader and controls should be set at their minimum levels and all other eguipment should be powered prior to powering up your RoKit G2 monitors NOTE Ensure that the voltage indicator found in the voltage selector is set to the correct voltage setting for your local suppl
3. chain If the monitor is still not responding it should be returned to the dealer that you purchased it from or to KRK for servicing Turn the monitor send down or off Repeat the steps in the Troubleshooting sections above before continuing to the next steps Carefully check to see if the amplifier s back plate is hot If the monitor has been running at its highest power output for an extended period of time it could be that the unit has become overheated and the protection circuitry has shut the system down momentarily Your RoKit G2 monitor provides maximum circuitry protection against AC power surges amplifier overdrive and overheating of the amplifiers Turn the monitor off then wait 30 minutes to allow the back plate to cool down Turn the power switch back on Increase the volume to check for normal operation If the monitor is still not responding please contact the dealer you purchased it from or KRK Customer Service 1 800 444 2766 or Service Gibson com 13 e Repeat the steps in the Troubleshooting section above before continuing to the next steps e Disconnect the signal cable at the input of the monitor With power on place your ear close to each driver tweeter woofer and listen for noise i e a slight hiss or hum If there s absolutely no sound whatsoever it could be that one or more of the drivers woofer tweeter or both is at fault It s also possible that the problem lies somewhere in the electronics
4. change the sound 2 Channel Set Up Close Field Configuration In a control room situation the monitors are often times placed on the meter bridge or in a close field listening position Initial placement starts by measuring out a simple equilateral triangle all three sides equal in length with the apex at the center of the listening position as shown in Figure 1 as an overlay for the stereo installation In this configuration the Left and Right monitors are each placed at a 60 angle equidistant from the listening position Figure 1 Listening Position 10 Mid Field Configuration This configuration is similar to the Close Field configuration It is normally used with larger monitors or when the monitors are too large or heavy to be placed on the work surface This set up has the potential for a larger sweet spot and better spatial imaging Make sure that the monitor is high enough so that the woofer is not obscured by your mixing surface or studio furniture refer to Figure 2 Figure 2 Listening Position Adding a Subwoofer Note that KRK subwoofers are optimized for use with KRK full range monitors Begin by determining the best location for your subwoofer If possible the optimum set up would reflect that shown in Figure 3 however this set up may not be practical or possible in your room Once you have set up your monitors listen to program material that you know contains low freguency informat
5. competitive monitors and you ll find ports on the back of the cabinet These rear firing ports tend to create bass coupling with walls and corners amplifying low frequency information which will color your mix talk about junk in the trunk The superior design of the KRK Generation 2 RoKits include front firing ports which are just the right shape to reduce port turbulence You ll appreciate the clean and accurate bass performance this approach delivers even at high SPLs Even More Accurate than Before We took a great monitor series and made it better Our engineers and listening panel took the Generation 2 RoKit s speaker voicing to even more accurate levels What you hear is what you are intended to hear coloration is not part of the spec This performance is brought to you by drivers that are custom designed by our world class studio monitor engineering team for clear low distortion performance Other cool stuff that has gone into the G2s are Recessed Tweeters Our recessed tweeters may look the same as others but they don t perform the same Our careful design of dome and waveguide geometry coupled to the curved front baffle are optimized for on and off axis linearity resulting in excellent imaging and a wider sweet spot High Freguency Level Control While your Generation 2 RoKit leaves the factory voiced to our demanding specs KRK also knows that no two rooms sound the same As such each RoKit comes equipped wit
6. the voltage and frequency marked on its rear panel The power supply cord should be routed so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched especially near the plug convenience receptacles or where the cord exits from the unit Unplug the unit from the wall outlet before cleaning Never use benzine thinner or other solvents for cleaning Use only a soft damp cloth The power supply cord of the unit should be unplugged from the wall outlet when it is to be unused for a long period of time Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through any openings This unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel when A The power cord or the plug has been damaged or B Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the unit or C The unit has been exposed to rain or liquids of any kind or D The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance or E The device has been dropped or the enclosure damaged ATTENTION POUR VITER LES CHOC ELECTRIQUES INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU AU FOND CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT If an indoor antenna is used either built into the set or installed separately never allow any part of the antenna to touch the metal parts of other electrical appliances such as
7. 20V 220V 240V 50Hz 60Hz or 100V 50Hz 60 Hz MDF Black vinyi wrap Front firing slot port N A eens N A 13 330mm x 8 82 224mm x 10 87 276mm 19 Lbs 8 8 Kg N A l N A N A Power N A N A Unbalanced RCA Balanced 1 4 TRS Balanced XLR N A Selectable 110V 120V 220V 240V 50Hz 60Hz or 100V 50Hz 60 Hz MDF Black vinyl wrap Front firing slot port N A N A 15 5 394mm x 10 83 275mm x 11 73 298mm 26 Lbs 12 Kg 16 Specifications continued Fuse 5mm x 20mm Rokit 8 RP8G2 100V 120V 2A 250V Slow Blow 220V 240V 1A 250V Slow Blow Rokit 6 RP6G2 100V 120V 1 6A 250V Slow Blow 220V 240V 800mA 250V Slow Blow Rokit 5 RP5G2 100V 120V 1A 250V Slow Blow 220V 240V 500mA 250V Slow Blow HOT POSITIVE COLD NEGATIVE STANDARD PHONE Shield GND HOT POSITIVE COLD NEGATIVE STANDARD PHONE Shield GND Standard Phone HOT POSITIVE STANDARD PHONE Shield GND Standard Phone 17 Notes www krksys com A member of the Gibson family of brands Our mission is to innovate design and deliver superior audio products that form the bridge between an artistic vision and a realized dream LITK00029 Rev E
8. ROKIT G2 POWERED SERIES NEAR FIELD STUDIO MONITORS USER GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL Warning To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this unit to rain or moisture ATTENTION The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an eguilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an eguilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the product Do not place this unit on an unstable cart stand or tripod bracket or table The unit may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the unit Use only with a cart stand tripod A bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the unit Any mounting of the device on a wall or ceiling should follow the manufacturer s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven sur
9. SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM e g Interior metal water pipe SHUN To EXTERNAL K ANTENNA GROUND GROUND TERMINALS OF PRODUCT Y OPTIONAL ANTENNA GROUND ING ELECTRODE DRIVEN 8 FEET 2 44M INTO THE EARTH IF REQUIRED BY LOCAL CODES SEE NEC SECTION 810 21 1 NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installers attention to Article 820 40 of the National Electrical Code that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the ground cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical DO NOT ATTEMPT SERVICING OF THIS UNIT YOURSELF REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL Upon completion of any servicing or repairs request the service shops assurance that only Factory Authorized Replacement Parts with the same characteristics as the original parts have been used and that the routine safety checks have been performed to guarantee that the equipment is in safe operating condition REPLACEMENT WITH UNAUTHORIZED PARTS MAY RESULT IN FIRE ELECTRIC SHOCK OR OTHER HAZARDS BONDING JUMPER Introduction Unpacking a ada e A Ge de fe a va arvad cargos iba Bate Lae iad aa 3 4 KRK Systems Design Philosophies 000 0c eee es 5 6 System Controls Connecting Your System 00 eee 7 8 Installing and Positioning Your Monitors rrrrrrneee 9 12 Tro
10. a lamp TV set etc CAUTION POWER LINES Any outdoor antenna must be located away from all power lines OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING If an outside antenna is connected to your tuner or tuner preamplifier be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Article 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 1984 provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode a Use No 10 AWG 5 3mm2 copper No 8 AWG 8 4mm2 aluminium No 17 AWG 1 0mm2 copper clad steel or bronze wire or larger as a ground wire b Secure antenna lead in and ground wires to house with stand off insulators spaced from 4 6 feet 1 22 1 83 m apart c Mount antenna discharge unit as close as possible to where lead in enters house d Use jumper wire not smaller than No 6 AWG 13 3mm2 copper or the equivalent when a separate antenna grounding electrode is used see NEC Section 810 21 j EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN ARTICLE 810 RADIO AND TELEVISION EQUIPMENT SERVICE 7 ENTRANCE CONDUCTORS SERVICE ENTRANCE SETVICE EN GROUND CLAMPS je POWER
11. and mirrors here Just 100 pure KRK When you use a KRK monitor you can be confident that your mixes will translate well to the wide variety of playback conditions that can occur in the real world We want your audio mixes to sound good everywhere not just in your studio Square is Out It s All About the Curves Our new RoKit has radically curved surfaces for a reason it sounds better Traditional rectangular speakers suffer from diffraction as sounds leaving the edge of the cabinet are reflected back into the sound field causing phase distortion The Generation 2 RoKit series virtually eliminates diffraction and provides a wider sweet spot with radically engineered curved surfaces Waveguide Design Your Mixes Should Be Three Dimensional Not Flat When attempting to create a mix that has the proper panning depth and frequency response it is crucial to have excellent imaging with proper phase characteristics The waveguide surrounding the tweeter is critical for this purpose A good waveguide provides high frequency pattern control and focuses the sound outward away from the cabinet not along the plane of the cabinet where waveform interaction can cause phase problems with increased diffraction At KRK we pride ourselves on our waveguide designs as being one of the most critical components to our award winning performance but our good looks don t hurt either Port Design Don t Get Bitten From the Rear Take a look at
12. ces using the same AC output in the building such as dimmers neon signs TV screens and computer monitors These devices should not be using the same circuit 14 Please read the warranty card that was included in the shipping carton with your product before shipping to KRK Systems A Return Material Authorization RMA from KRK Systems is reguired before shipping a product to KRK Systems for repair Your unit wil not be received by the company nor will any work be done on your unit without this number Please call KRK at 1 800 444 2766 or email Service AGibson com to request your RMA e For the safest possible return to KRK please use the shipping carton and packaging materials that were originally provided with your monitor Place the original carton in which your monitors were shipped inside a second shipping carton for best shipping results e KRK cannot be responsible for any damages incurred during the shipping process due to poor packing Make sure to use a shipper with tracking capability and insure your shipment e If your monitor is out of warranty and you would like a consultation before servicing your product please contact KRK Customer Service at 1 800 444 2766 or by email at Service Gibson com e For replacement part information call 1 800 444 2766 or email Service Gibson com 15 Rokit 5 62 2 Way Model Configuration System type Low Frequency Mid Frequency _ High Frequency Max Peak SPL Ampli
13. faces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn 1 An apparatus with Class I construction shall be connected to a mains sockets outlet with protective earthing connection 2 Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device the disconnection device shall remain readily operable 3 1A fuse is used to US market voltage will be set to 115V before shipment 500mA fuse is used to European market voltage will be set to 230V before shipment Read and follow all the safety and operating instructions before connecting or using this unit Retain this notice and the owners manual for future reference All warnings on the unit and in its operating instructions should be adhered to Do not use this unit near water for example near a bath tub washbowl kitchen sink laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool The unit should be installed so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation For example it should not be situated on a bed sofa rug or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings or placed in a built in installation such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through its ventilation openings The unit should be situated from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other devices including amplifiers that produce heat The unit should be connected to a power supply outlet only of
14. fier Class Power Output High Frequency Mid Frequency Low Frequency Active Studio Monitor 5 Aramid Glass Compos ite woofer ki N A 1 soft dome tweeter Frequency Response 52Hz 20kHz 106 dB Class A B 45W 15W N A 30w Input Impedance Ohms 10 K Ohm balanced 248 1dB 0 1dB Rokit 6 G2 2 Way Active Studio Monitor 6 Aramid Glass Compos ite woofer N A N A 1 soft dome tweeter 48Hz 20kHz o 107 dB JA a A a EEO E 10 K Ohm balanced NA a alal 248 1dB 0 Rokit 8 G2 2 Way Active Studio Mor itor 8 Aramid Glass Compos ite woofer 1 soft dome tweeter E 44Hz 20KHz 109 dB Class A B 90W 20W N A 70W 10 K Ohm balanced 24B 1dB 0 10B HF Shelf LF Level Adjust System Volume Auto Mute Indicators Indicator Control Input Connectors RCA XLR Ground Lift AC Power Input Enclosure Construction Finish Port Configuration Grille Mounting Compatable OmniMount Dimensions H x w X D Weight N A N A N A Power N A N A Unbalanced RCA Balanced 14 TRS Balanced XLR N A Selectable 110V 120V 220V 240V 50Hz 60Hz or 100V 50Hz 60 Hz MDF Black vinyl wrap Front firing slot port N A N A 185mm x 9 06 230mm 14 Lbs 6 4 Kg N A N A N A Power N A N A Unbalanced RCA TT Balanced 14 TRS Balanced XLR o Selectable 110V 1
15. ge in the Connecting Your System section on page 8 If the AC mains voltage is higher than the selected voltage on the RoKit it is possible that the fuse needs to be replaced see Changing Fuses in the Connecting Your System section on page 8 The KRK logo is illuminated on the front panel of the RoKit If not turn the power switch off and check the AC mains fuse s NEVER USE A LARGER AMPERAGE FUSE THAN IS SPECIFIED Turn the power switch back on The power light should illuminate Note If a fuse change is required please check that the AC mains voltage is set correctly If the fuse s blow again when the monitor is turned on please contact the dealer you purchased it from or KRK Customer Service 1 800 444 2766 or Service Gibson com Repeat the steps in the Troubleshooting section above before continuing to the next steps Check to see if all other audio devices using the same AC outlet are still operating Make sure that e The audio source cable is plugged into both the source output and the monitor input e The System Gain pot is turned up fully clockwise 6dB e The signal source e g mixing console work station CD player etc is turned up to a level that can properly send a signal to the monitors Check to see if one of the monitors is working Exchange the audio input cable from the non working monitor to the working unit This will determine whether it s really the monitor a faulty cable or some other glitch in the audio
16. h a High Frequency Level Control This feature provides specific adjustment of high frequency output most commonly affected by room acoustics It s just one extra level of control that KRK gives you to ensure the most accurate mix for your particular room s acoustics Gain Structure Our gain structure is engineered for the studio and not the showroom We don t add excessive gain to make the monitors appear to play louder which by the way also adds significant hiss to the monitor system The Generation 2 RoKit comes with an Input Volume Control that provides an adjustable gain range from 6dB to 30dB What that means to you is No Pain With Gain Bi Amplified System A great sounding monitor doesn t stop with a great cabinet and custom drivers Our true bi amplified system provides discrete low distortion power for each driver Our active crossover systems provide smooth and accurate frequency response Got Connections Yes You Do At KRK our focus is your mix But it doesn t stop at creating accurate monitors We live this stuff and appreciate the need for monitors that not only sound great but work easily with your particular set up That s why you ll find plenty of input options with your RoKit sure to accommodate any studio environment So if it s RCA 1 4 inch balanced unbalanced or XLR inputs you require RoKit has got you covered Enough About Us Let s Get Going So enough about why we do the things we do
17. ifically for your monitor Please save these items They should be used when transporting or shipping your RoKit G2 Powered monitors It is rare that a unit is damaged during shipping However if this does happen contact the shipping company immediately Keep the original carton and packing material for future shipping Your RoKit G2 Powered monitor has been carefully inspected and tested before packing and shipping After unpacking your monitor carefully inspect it for exterior damage and immediately report any physical damage during transit to your shipping carrier Save the shipping boxes and all packaging materials in case the unit needs to be returned to your local dealer or KRK Systems LLC KRK Systems is the most dedicated monitor company in the world and we are thrilled you have joined our ever growing family of loyal customers The following information helps explain why we are the most successful monitor company in the world Our Focus is Your Mix At KRK our focus has always been to make the most accurate studio monitors available at any price We don t offer PA gear mixers or motorcycles just the tools you need to deliver a great mix From the legendary Expos Series to VXT to the new RoKit Generation 2 series we know recording monitors We do not add sonic characteristics like some other manufacturers that make their monitosr appear to provide more SPL or add low freguencies that demo well in the store No smoke
18. ion If your subwoofer has a phase switch adjust the subwoofer to provide the highest freguency setting possible Flip the switch back and forth to find the loudest setting Then adjust the sub s low pass filter so that it works in conjunction with the satellite s high pass frequencies When you have finished readjust the level of the sub Subwoofer Figure 3 Listening Position 11 5 1 Channel Surround Sound Configuration Begin by placing the Left and Right front channels 30 from the Center channel and eguidistant to the listening position The Left Surround rear and Right Surround rear channels should be placed 110 from the Center channel Their location should also be eguidistant from the listening position The subwoofer is most effective when situated directly below the Center channel If this is not possible place the subwoofer just to the right or left side and below the Center channel Ensure that the woofers in your RoKit G2 monitors are above the height of the console and or control surfaces refer to Figure 4 for set up Figure 4 ose aaa 12 If you re having trouble check out these tips The power cord is plugged into both the IEC socket on the rear panel of the monitor and into the AC mains The KRK logo on the front face plate will illuminate when the monitor is powered on The AC mains voltage is matched to the operating voltage requirements see Changing Volta
19. or reflecting off ceilings walls and floors greatly affect the sound quality By shortening the path to the ear the close field monitor offers a tremendous amount of flexibility allowing the sound to become less susceptible to differing room conditions The ability to adjust the high frequency characteristics is equally important to help compensate for room irregularities and achieve the best performance A room that is heavily dampened would typically require a slight high frequency boost Likewise reducing the high frequencies can alter a reverberant room Placing the monitor close to a rear wall sidewall or a corner will reinforce the low frequencies Generally speaking if you move them two to three feet away from walls and corners you ll hear less low frequency interaction excluding any interaction with the mixing console Positioning your monitors correctly in the studio is critical to their performance Typically they should be placed so that the listening position is fully covered with all monitors resting on the same horizontal plane A great way to test a monitor for its imaging capability is to play back a CD or DVD recorded acoustically in stereo or one recorded in surround sound if you have a surround sound set up We recommend acoustic music because it represents the spectrum of sound You can adjust the angle of each monitor by listening for dead spots Keep in mind changing the angle or position of a monitor will
20. ublesh otimg viii BRAG 38 A we A eae BEE 13 15 SPECITCAIONS cuco a aia pa mala ee eee Ee RE 16 17 Congratulations Welcome to the all new Generation 2 G2 RoKit Powered Studio Monitor Series from KRK Systems For years the RoKit series has been a popular choice for accurate monitoring in studios large and small Now the Generation 2 RoKit provides a new standard for even better performance and accuracy raising the bar once again True this is a lofty claim for this next generation KRK series considering KRK has always been the standard but it s a fact This manual is intended to inform you of the many features of your new RoKit G2 Powered monitors and their operation We encourage you to take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the information in this manual Thank you for choosing KRK SAFETY For your safety and to ensure correct operation of this product please take a moment to read the IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS section CAUTION Never remove the rear panel of the monitors To do so could result in electric shock A qualified technician should perform any repair or service to the electronics This product is capable of producing sounds at a volume that could damage hearing and result in permanent hearing loss over an extended period of time IMPORTANT NOTE Unpacking and Visual Inspection Your RoKit G2 Powered monitor was originally packaged in a specially designed carton with packaging materials designed spec
21. y Powering On The power On Off switch is located on the rear panel The KRK logo on the front face plate illuminates when power is applied Changing Voltage To change the voltage remove the power cord and slide the voltage selector to the desired voltage setting Please note that when making voltage changes the fuses will have to be replaced refer to the Changing Fuses section on page 17 Changing Fuses Under normal operation the fuses should not blow A blown fuse usually indicates an overload or fault condition To change the fuse remove the power cord pry off the fuse block with a small flathead screwdriver and change the blown fuses Refer to the Specifications section on page 17 for fuse current ratings NOTE If the fuses blow immediately upon power up this indicates a fault condition and KRK Customer Service should be contacted at 1 800 444 2766 or Service AGibson com Audio Inputs The XLR and TRS inputs are balanced while the RCA input is unbalanced Unbalanced Balanced BALANCED UNBALANCED Tiov 120v 110V 120V TIAL 50Hz 60Hz 220V 240V T500mAL 50Hz 60Hz Audio Input 10kohms Balanced Pin 2 amp Tip Hot Positive Pin 3 amp Ring Cold Negative Pin 1 amp Sleeve Ground The close field monitor by definition reduces room interaction This can be compared to the conventional stereo configuration or the large monitor arrangement in a recording studio where sounds emanating from the monitor
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