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Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing a Gemini XL-500 turntable. This state of
the art turntable includes the latest features. Prior to use, we suggest
that you carefully read all the instructions.
Features
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±8% Pitch control
•
Braking for quick stops
•
Strobe illuminator
•
Soft-touch start/stop switch
Precautions
1. Read all operating instructions before using this equipment.
2. 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.
3. Tone Arm bearings are factory set and sealed. Any attempt at
adjustment will void the warranty.
4. Be sure that all AC power is OFF while making connections.
5. Cables should be low capacitance, shielded and of proper length.
Make sure that all plugs and jacks are tight and properly connected.
6. Always begin with the audio level faders/volume controls 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.
7. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
8. DO NOT USE ANY SPRAY CLEANER OR LUBRICANT ON ANY
CONTROLS OR SWITCHES.
Parts Checklist
Turntable unit.................................................................................1
Dust cover hinge............................................................................2
Turntable platter.............................................................................1
45 rpm adaptor...............................................................................1
Rubber mat....................................................................................1
Counter balance.............................................................................1
Dust cover......................................................................................1
Headshell.......................................................................................1
Assembly and Set-Up
SEE FIG. 1 ( PAGE 1 ) FOR PART NUMBERS AND LOCATIONS.
TURNTABLE PLATTER INSTALLATION:
Set the TURNTABLE BASE (1) on a flat, level surface. After checking to
ensure that all packing materials have been removed, gently place the
PLATTER (2) on the center spindle of the TURNTABLE BASE (1). Put
the RUBBER MAT (3) on the PLATTER (2).
CARTRIDGE INSTALLATION: (SEE FIG. 2)
Because all cartridges have their own designs, please refer to your
particular cartridge’s instructions to insure proper 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.
White (L+).................Left C
Blue (L-)...................Left Channel -
Red (R+)....................Right C
Green (R-).................Right Channel -
2. Mount the cartridge in the HEADSHELL (4) and tighten it with the
screws included with the cartridge.
ATTENTION STANTON 680 CARTRIDGE USERS
When using a Stanton 680 or similar cartridge, where the
b o d y i s g r o u n d e d t o a c a r t r i d g e t e r m i n a l , r e m o v e t h e
grounding strap from the cartridge body to the cartridge
ground terminal. Failure to do this may result in excessive
hum.
HEADSHELL INSTALLATION:
Insert the HEADSHELL (4) into the front of the tubular TONE ARM (5).
While holding the HEADSHELL (4) firmly in a horizontal position, turn
the LOCKING NUT (6) clockwise until the HEADSHELL (4) is locked in
place.
COUNTERWEIGHT INSTALLATION: (SEE
FIG. 3A & 3B)
1. Slide the COUNTERWEIGHT (7) onto the rear of the TONE ARM (5).
2. Twist the COUNTERWEIGHT (7) lightly counterclockwise, to screw it
onto the rear of the TONE ARM (5)
.
ADJUSTING HORIZONTAL ZERO (0)
BALANCE AND STYLUS PRESSURE:
1. Without touching the stylus tip, remove the stylus protector (if your
cartridge has a detachable one).
2. Release the ARM CLAMP (8) and lift the TONE ARM (5) off the
ARM REST (9).
3. Counter clockwise advancement of the COUNTERWEIGHT (7) will
cause the cartridge side of the TONE ARM (5) to be lowered.
Clockwise will cause the opposite. Turn the COUNTERWEIGHT
clockwise or counter clockwise as needed until the TONE ARM is
balanced horizontally. You can easily tell this by watching for the
point where the TONE ARM “floats” freely.
4. Place TONE ARM (5) on ARM REST (9) and lock it in place with
the ARM CLAMP (8).
5. With the TONE ARM (5) locked on the ARM REST (9), hold the
COUNTERWEIGHT (7) steady with one hand while rotating the
STYLUS PRESSURE RING (10) until the numeral “0” on the ring
aligns with the center line on the TONE ARM (5) rear shaft. The
horizontal zero (0) balance should be completed.
6. Refloat the TONE ARM to ensure horizontal zero (0) balance. If zero
balance has not been maintained, repeat counterweight steps 3 - 5.
7. After adjusting the horizontal zero (0) balance, turn the balanced
COUNTERWEIGHT (7) counter clockwise until the cartridge
manufacturer’s recommend stylus pressure appears on the STYLUS
PRESSURE RING (10) where it meets the center line of the TONE
ARM (5) rear shaft.
ADJUSTING THE ANTI-SKATING CONTROL:
Set the ANTI-SKATING CONTROL (11) to the same value as the stylus
pressure.
INSTALLING THE DUSTCOVER:
1. Hold the dustcover in position, directly above the turntable, and slide
the hinge bases into the holders mounted on the rear panel.
2. Always raise the dustcover before removal.
3. Avoid opening and closing the dustcover during play. Undesirable
vibration and stylus skipping can result.
