Gemini XL-500 ll Instructions Manual page 4

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1. Read all operating instructions before using this equipment.
2. To reduce the risk of electn' cal shock, do not open the unit. There
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
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
7. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
8. DO NOT USE ANY SPRAY CLEANER OR-LUBRICANT ON ANY
CONTROLS OR SWITCHES.
Dust cover hinge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Tumtable platter ..,................................,.........................................
45 rpm adaptor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Rubber mat. . . . ..-......................................................*........................ 1
Counter balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dust cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Headshell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
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
the terminals of most cartridges are color coded. Connect each lead
wire to the terminal of the Same color.
2 Mount the cartridge in the HEADSHELL (4) and tighten it with the
screws included with the cartridge.
When using a Stanton 680 or similar cartridge, where the body
from the cartridge body to the cartridge ground terminal. Failure
to do this may result in excessive hum.
HEADSHELL INSTALLATION:
Insert the HEAOSHELL (4) into the front of Ure tubular TONE ARM (5).
LOCKING NUT (6) ciockwise until the HEADSHELL (4) is locked in place.
COUNTERWEICHT INSTALLATION: (SEE FIG. 3A & 3B)
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1. Slide the COUNTERWEIGHT (7) onto the rear of the TONE ARM (5)
with the numbered stylus gauge facing forward.
2. Twist the COUNTERWEIGHT (7) lightly counterclockwise, to screw it
onto the rear of the TONE ARM (5).
ADJUSTING HORIZONTAL ZERO (0) BALANCE AND
1. Wlthout 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. Clockwise advancement of the COUNTERWEIGHT (7) will cause the
will cause the opposite. Turn the COUNTERWEIGHT (7) dockwise or
TONE ARM (5) Iwoats" freely.
4. Place TONE ARM (5) on ARM REST (9) and leck it in place with the
ARM CIAMP (8).
5. With the TONE ARM (5) locked on the ARM REST (9) hold the
COUNTERWEIGHT (7) steady with one hand while rotating the
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with the center line on the TONE ARM (5) rear shaft. The horizontal
zero (0) balance should be completed.
6. Refioat the TONE ARM to ensure horizontal Zero (0) balance- If Zero
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7. After adjusting the horizontal Zero (0) balance. turn Ure balanced
COUNTERWEIGHT (7) 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 ANTISKATING CONTROL (11) to the Same value as the stylus
pressure.
INSTALLING THE DUSTCOVER:
2. Hold the dustcover in Position, directly above the tumtable, and slide the
hinge bases into the holders mounted on the rear Panel.
3. Always raise the dustcover before removal.
4. Avoid opening and closing the dustcover during play. Undesirable
Vibration and stylus skipping tan result.
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