Prior to use, we suggest that you carefully read all the instructions.
TT-1000/TT-1100USB
- Fully manual belt drive turntable
- Battle and club style design
- +/-10% Variable pitch slider
- Solid aluminum platter
- Fully adjustable counter weight & anti-skating controls
- 33, 45 and 78 RPM, reverse playback capability
- Dual soft touch start/stop buttons
- Motor Off button for slower braking
- Removable target light (not included)
- Headshell and 45 adapter included
- CN-15 cartridge & felt slipmat included
- Detachable RCA & ground cables
TT-1100USB
- USB computer connectivity for PC and Mac
- Audacity recording software included
- Line level RCA outputs (with built–in pre–amp)
INTRODUCTION:
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FEATURES:
CONNECTIONS:
1
MAIN POWER RECEPTACLE:
Connect the detachable linecord (included in the box
with your
TT-1000/TT-1100USB)
to the power receptacle, and
plug the other end of the linecord into an
AC
outlet.
The
TT-1000/TT-1100USB
has a universal power supply that can
accept any
AC
voltage from
100 VAC to 240 VAC.
No need for
voltage select switches. It will work virtually anywhere in the world.
It is less susceptable to voltage sags or spikes than conventional
power supplies, providing greater electro magnetic isolation and
better protection against
AC
line noise
GROUNDING SCREW:
You will need to ground the
RCA
cable(s)
by screwing in the grounding fork(s) to the
GROUNDING SCREW
located on the rear panel of the mixer.
PHONO RCA OUTPUTS:
This set of outputs carries the audio
signal from the turntable portion of the unit and should be
connected to an appropriate phono-level input on your audio mixer.
ALSO SEE ADDITIONAL TT-1100USB INFO SECTION BELOW.
2
3
TT-1000/TT-1100USB
ASSEMBLY & SETUP:
MOTOR DRIVE BELT
1.
Start by placing the rubber
DRIVE BELT
around the inner bottom ring
of the turntable
PLATTER
. This should come preinstalled, but check
to make sure that it is not twisted or damaged.
2.
Install the
PLATTER
on the center spindle and press it down firmly.
Check to make sure that it rotates uniformly and does not
wobble excessively.
3.
Rotate the
PLATTER
so that one of the holes is aligned with the
Start Stop button on the front corner of the turntable. The brass
motor spindle should be visible through this hole.
4.
Reach into the hole and pull the rubber
DRIVE BELT
off of the inner
ring, and install it over the motor spindle. Be careful not to twist the
rubber
DRIVE BELT
during this step. Check to make sure the
PLATTER
rotates uniformly. If the
DRIVE BELT
is properly installed, there should
be a slight amount of tension that brings the
PLATTER
to a stop after
spinning it freely.
TURNTABLE INSTALLATION:
1.
Make sure you have placed the platter securely on the spindle and
made sure that the
MOTOR DRIVE BELT
is in place.
2.
Put the
SLIPMAT
on the
PLATTER
.
3.
Set the
TURNTABLE BASE
on a flat, level surface free of
vibration. Use the turntable feet to stabilize the unit horizontally.
4.
Try to place the unit as far away from the speakers as possible.
5.
Keep the unit away from direct exposure to the sun, heat,
moisture or dirt.
6.
Keep the unit well ventilated.
HEADSHELL INSTALLATION:
Insert the
HEADSHELL
into the front of the tubular
TONE ARM
.
While holding the HEADSHELL firmly in a horizontal position, turn
the
LOCKING NUT
counter clockwise until the
HEADSHELL
is
locked in place. Be sure not to over tighten the
LOCKING NUT
.
COUNTERWEIGHT INSTALLATION:
1.
Slide the
COUNTERWEIGHT
onto the rear of the
TONE ARM
with the
numbered stylus gauge facing forward.
2.
Twist the
COUNTERWEIGHT
counter clockwise lightly, to screw
it onto the rear of the
TONE ARM
.
ADJUSTING HORIZONTAL ZERO 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
and lift the
TONE ARM
off the
ARM REST
.
3.
Counter clockwise advancement of the
COUNTERWEIGHT
will
cause the cartridge side of the
TONE ARM
to be lowered, turning
it 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
on
ARM REST
and lock it in place
with the
ARM CLAMP
.
5.
With the
TONE ARM
locked on the
ARM REST
, hold the
COUNTERWEIGHT
steady with one hand while rotating the
STYLUS PRESSURE RING
until the numeral "0" on the ring aligns with
the center line on the
TONE ARM
rear shaft. The
HORIZONTAL ZERO
(0) balance should be completed.
6.
Re-float the
TONE ARM
to ensure
HORIZONTAL ZERO
(0) balance.
If zero balance has not been maintained, repeat steps 3 - 5.
PRECAUTIONS:
1. All instructions should be read before using this equipment.
2. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not open the unit. Please refer
all servicing needs to a
Gemini
-qualified service technician.
3. Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight or a heat source such as a ra-
diator or stove.
4. This unit should be cleaned only with a damp cloth. Avoid solvents or
other cleaning detergents.
5. When moving this equipment it should be placed in its original carton
and packaging. This will reduce the risk of damage during transit.
6. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
.
7. DO NOT USE SPRAY CLEANERS OR LUBRICANTS ON CON-
TROLS, SURFACES OR SWITCHES.
IN THE USA ~ IF YOU EXPERIENCE PROBLEMS WITH THIS UNIT CALL GEMINI CUSTOMER SERVICE AT:
1 (732) 346-0061. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RETURN THIS EQUIPMENT TO YOUR DEALER.
Congratulations on purchasing the
Gemini TT-1000/TT-1100USB
belt driven turntable.
This unit is backed by a 1 year warranty.
