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The red center section rotates independantly from the outer section. You loosen the set screws and rotate the red section to a setting indicated on the gear.
Yes, the red section is connected to the cam via the Woodruff key, and the outer section's teeth ride in the grooves of the timing belt. When you move the red section in relation to the outer section, you are adjusting the cam timing.