INTRODUCTION:
Congratulations on purchasing a
Gemini TT-02
turntable
. This state of the art turntable includes the lat-
est features. Prior to use, we suggest that you carefully
read all the instructions.
FEATURES
•
+/-10% Variable pitch slider
•
Solid aluminum platter
•
Straight tonearm for superior tracking
•
Fully adjustable counter weight & anti-skating con
trols
•
Dual speed RPM (33/45)
•
LED Illuminated soft touch start/stop & RPM but
tons
•
Removable head shell
• CN-25 cartridge & felt slipmat included
•
RCA & ground cables
PRECAUTIONS:
1. Read all operating instructions before using this
equipment.
2. The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or
splashing, and no objects filled with liquids such as
vases should be placed on the apparatus.
3.To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not open the
unit.
THERE ARE NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS
INSIDE
. Please contact the Gemini Service Department
or your authorized dealer to speak to a qualified service
technician.
4. Tone Arm bearings are factory set and sealed. Any
attempt at adjustment will void the warranty.
5. Be sure that all AC power is
OFF
while making con-
nections.
6. Cables should be low capacitance, shielded and of
proper length. Make sure that all plugs and jacks are
tight and properly connected.
7. Always, begin with the audio level faders/volume con-
trols set at minimum and the speaker volume control(s)
set to
OFF
. Wait 8 to 10 seconds prior to turning up the
speaker volume to prevent the transient “
POP
” that
could result in speaker/crossover damage.
8.
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOIS-
TURE.
9.
DO NOT USE ANY SPRAY CLEANER OR LUBRI-
CANT ON ANY CONTROLS OR SWITCHES.
PARTS CHECKLIST:
Please make sure the following parts are included with
your
TT-02
:
Turntable unit...................................................................1
Turntable platter...............................................................1
Slipmat.............................................................................1
Counterweight..................................................................1
Headshell with cartridge..................................................1
ASSEMBLY & SET-UP:
SEE FIG. 3 FOR PART NUMBERS AND LOCATIONS.
VOLTAGE SELECTION:
Rotate the
PLATTER
(2) until the
VOLTAGE
SELECTION SWITCH
(3) (located on the
TURNTABLE
BASE
(1)) is visible through one of the platter holes.
Make sure that the
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
switch is set
to the correct voltage.
WARNING: If you try to operate the turntable with the incorrect
voltage setting, it can damage your turntable.
TURNTABLE INSTALLATION:
1. Put the
SLIPMAT
(4) on the
PLATTER
(2).
2. Set the
TURNTABLE BASE
(1) on a flat, level sur-
face free of vibration. Use the turntable feet to stabilize
the unit horizontally.
3. Try to place the unit as far away from the speakers
as possible.
4. Keep the unit away from direct exposure to the sun,
heat, moisture or dirt.
5. Keep the unit well ventilated.
CARTRIDGE INSTALLATION: (SEE FIG. 1)
Because all cartridges have their own designs, please
refer to your particular cartridge’s instructions to insure
proper installation. If you are using a pre-mounted or
integrated cartridge, you can jump ahead to
HEAD-
SHELL INSTALLATION
:
1. Connect the lead wires to the cartridge terminals. For
your convenience, the terminals of most cartridges are
color-coded. Connect each lead wire to the terminal of
the same color. Incase your cartridge is not marked the
positive leads are the ones on top negative below, left
are left, and right is right.
White (L+)...................................................Left C
Blue (L-)......................................................Left Channel -
Red (R+)..................................................Right C
Green (R-).................................................Right Channel -
2. Mount the cartridge in the
HEADSHELL
(5) and tight-
en it with the screws included with the cartridge.
HEADSHELL INSTALLATION:
Insert the
HEADSHELL
(5) into the front of the tubular
TONE ARM
(7). While holding the
HEADSHELL
(5) firm-
ly in a horizontal position, turn the
LOCKING NUT
(6)
counter clockwise until the
HEADSHELL
(5) is locked in
place.
COUNTERWEIGHT INSTALLATION: (SEE FIG. 2)
1. Slide the
COUNTERWEIGHT
(8) onto the rear of the
TONE ARM
(7) with the numbered stylus gauge facing
forward.
2. Twist the
COUNTERWEIGHT
(8) counter clockwise
lightly, to screw it onto the rear of the
TONE ARM
(7).
ADJUSTING HORIZONTAL ZERO (0) BALANCE AND
STYLUS PRESSURE:
1. Without touching the stylus tip, remove the stylus pro-
tector (if your cartridge has a detachable one).
2. Release the
ARM CLAMP
(10) and lift the
TONE
ARM
(7) off the
ARM REST
(11).
3. Counter clockwise advancement of the
COUNTER-
(4
4)
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