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BenQ ZOWIE XL2566X+ vs BenQ ZOWIE XQ2566X
Product A: BenQ
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Product B: BenQ
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45 of 164 fields differ
- 28 different values
- 17 known for one only
- 39 the same
- 80 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 179 monitors.
- Pixel densityA: 91.4ppiB: 121.9ppiZOWIE XQ2566X is 30.5 ppi higher.
- Power use (max)Lower is betterA: 65WB: 80WZOWIE XL2566X+ is 15 W lower.
- Power use SDR (EU label)Lower is betterA: 18.3WB: 22.1WZOWIE XL2566X+ is 3.8 W lower.
- Refresh rateA: 400HzB: 360HzZOWIE XL2566X+ is 40 Hz higher.
Refresh rate per resolution
The best rate over any port. Bars run from 0 to 1200 Hz.
2560 × 1440Native for B
ANot listed
B360Hz
1920 × 1080Native for A
A400Hz
BNot listed
Weight
0 to 15 kg
Weight with stand
A5.8kg
B6.9kg
Box weight
A9.7kg
B12.7kg
All 172 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
GTIN / EAN
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Status
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
Markets
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Colours
Display
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Screen size
Viewable screen diagonal
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Native resolution
Aspect ratio
Pixel density
91.4ppi
121.9ppi
Pixel pitch
Active display area
Width535.68Height298.08mm(21.1 × 11.7 in)1Maker product pagezowie.benq.com/en-us/monitor/xl2566x-plus.htmlRead 7 October 2026
Width535.68Height298.08mm(21.1 × 11.7 in)1Maker product pagezowie.benq.com/en-us/monitor/xq2566x.htmlRead 14 October 2026Published as Display area (mm) 535.68 x 298.08.
Curved
Curvature radius
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Screen surface
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Anti-reflection coating
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Panel
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Panel type
Panel type (as published)
Backlight
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Local dimming
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Dimming zones
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Panel maker
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Panel part number
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Panel generation
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Subpixel layout
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Colour depth
Colour depth method
Displayable colours
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sRGB coverage
DCI-P3 coverage
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Adobe RGB coverage
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Rec. 2020 coverage
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NTSC coverage
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Factory calibrated
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Claimed Delta E
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Paper calibration report in box
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Hardware calibration support
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Static contrast ratio
Brightness (typical, SDR)
Brightness (maker minimum)
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Peak brightness (HDR)
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HDR peak test window
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Full-screen brightness
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HDR formats
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HDR certification
Viewing angle (horizontal)
Refresh rate and motion
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Refresh rate per resolution and port
ABenQ ZOWIE XL2566X+
| Resolution | HDMI 2.0 | DisplayPort 1.4 |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 × 1080Native | 240Hz | 400Hz |
BBenQ ZOWIE XQ2566X
| Resolution | HDMI 2.1 | DisplayPort 1.4 |
|---|---|---|
| 2560 × 1440Native | 360Hz | 360Hz |
Max refresh rate
400Hz
360Hz
Max refresh rate at native resolution
400Hz
360Hz
Max refresh rate over DisplayPort
400Hz
360Hz
Max refresh rate over HDMI
240Hz
360Hz
Max refresh rate over USB-C
Not available
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Max refresh rate at 10-bit
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Native refresh rate
Overclocked refresh rate
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Dual mode
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Minimum fixed refresh rate
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Adaptive sync technologies
VRR range per port
ABenQ ZOWIE XL2566X+
| Input | Min (Hz) | Max (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI | 60 | 240 |
BBenQ ZOWIE XQ2566X
Not availableLow framerate compensation
Not available
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Response time (maker GtG claim)
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Response time (maker MPRT claim)
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Overdrive settings
Motion blur reduction
Blur-reduction technology
Blur reduction works with VRR
Not available
Flicker-free (claimed)
Black frame insertion
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Measured
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Input lag at maximum refresh rate
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Input lag at 60 Hz
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Overshoot (measured)
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Contrast ratio (measured)
1,433.7:111Measurementtomshardware.com/monitors/gaming-monitors/benq-zowie-xl2566x-400-hz-25-inch-gaming-monitor-review/3Read 7 October 2026Literal chart 1433.7:1, Maximum Brightness Settings, Stock, under Uncalibrated Maximum Backlight Level. FPS1/Normal color temperature is the documented default. Full-field white/black follows the linked published method. Exact DyAc2 state is not individually labelled on this chart. Article separately contrasts approximately 310 nits with DyAc2 engaged. Calibrated 1442.9 and ANSI 1376 are distinct results and excluded.14Measurementtomshardware.com/reference/how-we-test-pc-monitors-benchmarkingRead 7 October 2026Method: full-field white and black luminance with the same equipment (i1Pro, i1DisplayPro, Calman, AccuPel).17Measurementtomshardware.com/reference/how-we-test-pc-monitors-benchmarking/3Read 7 October 2026Linked published protocol uses full-field white/black at maximum brightness before color adjustment. Static white-to-black ratio is separate from ANSI and post-calibration contrast.
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SDR brightness (measured)
343.1476nits11Measurementtomshardware.com/monitors/gaming-monitors/benq-zowie-xl2566x-400-hz-25-inch-gaming-monitor-review/3Read 7 October 2026Literal chart 343.1476 cd/m2, Maximum Brightness Settings, Stock, before calibration. FPS1 is the documented default. Full-field white and maximum brightness follow the linked published test method. Exact DyAc2 state is not individually labelled on the chart. Article separately reports approximately 310 nits with DyAc2 engaged. No chart estimate or strobing result substitution.14Measurementtomshardware.com/reference/how-we-test-pc-monitors-benchmarkingRead 7 October 2026Method: full-field luminance with an i1Pro spectrophotometer, i1DisplayPro colorimeter, Calman and AccuPel reference signal generator. Method site page numbering can redirect between revisions.17Measurementtomshardware.com/reference/how-we-test-pc-monitors-benchmarking/3Read 7 October 2026Review links the published brightness/contrast method. Uncalibrated Maximum Backlight explicitly uses full-field white/black and brightness control all the way up, before color adjustments, avoiding clipping. Current method page was last updated after the 2024 review, so this is published protocol provenance rather than a new claim about historical fixture revisions.
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HDR brightness in a real scene (measured)
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PWM flicker frequency (measured)
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VRR range (measured)
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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
10.093412Measurementtomshardware.com/monitors/gaming-monitors/benq-zowie-xl2566x-400-hz-25-inch-gaming-monitor-review/4Read 7 October 2026Before calibration, FPS1 default/Normal color temperature. Source Color Gamut chart explicitly labels Avg dE2000: 10.0934 with sRGB targets on CIE 1976 u-v plot. Calman/i1Pro saturation sweep of six colors at 20/40/60/80/100 percent. Grayscale 6.7456 and calibrated gamut 7.58 are excluded.14Measurementtomshardware.com/reference/how-we-test-pc-monitors-benchmarkingRead 7 October 2026Method: six-color saturation sweeps with the same equipment (i1Pro, i1DisplayPro, Calman, AccuPel).
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Gray uniformity (measured)
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Reflections (measured)
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Connectivity
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Video inputs
ABenQ ZOWIE XL2566X+
| Type | Version | Count |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI | 2.0 | 3 |
| DisplayPort | 1.4 | 1 |
BBenQ ZOWIE XQ2566X
| Type | Version | Count |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI | 2.1 | 3 |
| DisplayPort | 1.4 | 1 |
HDMI ports
3
3
DisplayPort ports
1
1
Highest HDMI version
2.0
2.1
Highest DisplayPort version
1.4
1.4
HDMI features
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USB-C video (DP Alt Mode)
USB-C power delivered
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Thunderbolt
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USB upstream ports
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USB downstream hub ports
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KVM switch
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Daisy chain (MST)
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Ethernet
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3.5 mm headphone output
3.5 mm microphone input
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Optical out
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Picture in picture
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Picture by picture
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Smart features
None of 4 known
Smart platform
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Wi-Fi
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Bluetooth
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Remote control
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Audio and camera
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Speakers
Number of speakers
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Speaker power per channel
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Webcam
Microphone
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Ergonomics and controls
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Stand height adjustment
Tilt
Forward5°Backward35°1Maker product pagezowie.benq.com/en-us/monitor/xl2566x-plus.htmlRead 7 October 2026Published as "Tilt (down/up) -5˚- 35˚"
Forward5°Backward35°1Maker product pagezowie.benq.com/en-us/monitor/xq2566x.htmlRead 14 October 2026
Swivel
Pivot
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Removable stand
VESA mount
VESA adapter needed
Not available
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Security lock slot
On-screen menu controls
Desktop software
User firmware updates
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Ambient light sensor
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Presence sensor
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RGB lighting
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Gaming menu features
Black eQualizer, Color Vibrance, Auto Game Mode1Maker product pagezowie.benq.com/en-us/monitor/xl2566x-plus.htmlRead 7 October 2026Auto Game Mode comes with XL Setting to Share
Black eQualizer, Color Vibrance, Color Filter, Auto Game Mode1Maker product pagezowie.benq.com/en-us/monitor/xq2566x.htmlRead 14 October 2026Gaming specs list Color Vibrance, Black eQualizer and the Color Filter. Auto game mode comes with XL Setting to Share.
OLED care
None of 3 known
OLED care
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Burn-in covered by warranty
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Burn-in warranty length
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Dimensions and weight
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Dimensions with stand
Width576.15Height (lowest)362.3Height (highest)517.3Depth171.65mm(22.7 × 14.3 to 20.4 × 6.8 in)1Maker product pagezowie.benq.com/en-us/monitor/xl2566x-plus.htmlRead 7 October 2026Published as 576.15x517.3(High)/362.3(Low)x171.65. Tom's Hardware and retailers list 208-209 mm depth. The maker value is kept
Width576.15Height (lowest)372.39Height (highest)527.38Depth225.4mm(22.7 × 14.7 to 20.8 × 8.9 in)1Maker product pagezowie.benq.com/en-us/monitor/xq2566x.htmlRead 14 October 2026Published as 576.15 x 527.38 (High) / 372.39 (Low) x 225.4 (High) / 198 (Low). Height max and min are the high and low stand positions. Depth 225.4 mm is the value published for the high position. At the low position it is 198 mm.
Dimensions without stand
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Stand footprint
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Weight with stand
Weight without stand
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Box dimensions
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Power
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Power supply
Adapter rating
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Input voltage
Power use (typical)
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Power use (max)
Power use SDR (EU label)
Power use HDR (EU label)
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Standby power
Off-mode power
EU energy class SDR
EU energy class HDR
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Energy per 1000 h SDR
Energy per 1000 h HDR
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Certifications
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VESA ClearMR
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VESA AdaptiveSync Display
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TÜV certifications
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Low blue light
ENERGY STAR
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TCO Certified
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EPEAT
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Colour certifications
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Other certifications
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In the box
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In the box
LCD Monitor, Monitor Stand, Monitor Base, Quick Start Guide, Safety Instructions, Regulatory Statements, S Switch, Shields (Shading hood), Power Cord, Video Cable: DP, Video Cable: HDMI2Owner's manualesupportdownload.benq.com/esupport/ESPORTS%20DISPLAY/UserManual/XL2540X+/UM_EN_250731185408.pdfRead 30 September 2026Page 12-13. The manual says supplied items may differ by region
LCD Monitor, Monitor Stand, Monitor Base, Power Cord, Video Cable: DP, Video Cable: HDMI, Quick Start Guide, Safety Instructions, Regulatory Statements, S Switch, Shield (shading hood)2Owner's manualeasylounge.com/cdn/shop/files/4a1e92639431aa7aa4ffa1ac49e2949308cbc301_UM_FR_260821095851.pdfRead 14 October 2026Box contents page 12, translated from the French labels. The manual says items can differ by model or region.
Cables included
ABenQ ZOWIE XL2566X+
| Type |
|---|
| DP 1.4 (1.8m) |
| HDMI 2.0 (1.8m) |
| Power Cable (1.8 m) |
BBenQ ZOWIE XQ2566X
| Type |
|---|
| DP 1.4 (2.0 m) |
| HDMI 2.1 (2.0 m) |
| Power cable (2.0 m) |
Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
Dead pixel policy
US Full HD policy allows up to 2 bright subpixels, 5 dark subpixels and 5 total subpixel defects. Defects exceeding these limits are covered by the manufacturer warranty.13Maker product pagebenq.com/en-us/support/downloads-faq/faq/product/application/dead-pixel-policy.htmlRead 7 October 2026US general LCD monitor policy applies to FHD 1920x1080 models outside the listed PV/SW/PD Zero Bright Dot models. XL2566X+ is FHD and is not one of those named exceptions. Region-specific limits may differ. No zero-defect guarantee claimed.
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Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
Manual
esupportdownload.benq.com/esupport/ESPORTS%20DISPLAY/UserManual/XL2540X+/UM_EN_250731185408.pdf2Owner's manualesupportdownload.benq.com/esupport/ESPORTS%20DISPLAY/UserManual/XL2540X+/UM_EN_250731185408.pdfRead 30 September 2026Shared XL Series manual (XL25X-EM-V4, 2025/06/24) that covers XL2540X+, XL2546X, XL2546X+, XL2566X+, XL2586X and XL2586X+
www.easylounge.com/cdn/shop/files/4a1e92639431aa7aa4ffa1ac49e2949308cbc301_UM_FR_260821095851.pdf2Owner's manualeasylounge.com/cdn/shop/files/4a1e92639431aa7aa4ffa1ac49e2949308cbc301_UM_FR_260821095851.pdfRead 14 October 2026BenQ XQ Series user manual, French edition dated 2026-08-21 (file stamp 260821095851). It names both XQ2566X and XQ2766X and lists EPREL 2673391 for the XQ2566X. The maker's English PDF (XQ2566X_UM_EN_260702084634.pdf on esupportdownload.benq.com) returned 404 on the access date, so this retailer-hosted copy of the maker's manual is cited.
EPREL registration number
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