Assembly And Setup - Gemini TT-1000 Operation Manual

INTRODUCTION:
Congratulations on purchasing the
This unit is backed by a 1 year warranty*.
Prior to use, we suggest that you carefully read all the instructions.
FEATURES:
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)
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
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.
ASSEMBLY & SETUP:
Start by placing the rubber
of the turntable . This should come preinstalled, but check
to make sure that it is not twisted or damaged.
Install the on the center spindle and press it down firmly.
Check to make sure that it rotates uniformly and does not
wobble excessively.
Rotate the 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.
Reach into the hole and pull the rubber
ring, and install it over the motor spindle. Be careful not to twist the
rubber during this step. Check to make sure the
rotates uniformly. If the
be a slight amount of tension that brings the
spinning it freely.
-qualified service technician.
around the inner bottom ring
off of the inner
is properly installed, there should
to a stop after
TT-1000/TT-1100USB
Make sure you have placed the platter securely on the spindle and
made sure that the
Put the on the
Set the
vibration. Use the turntable feet to stabilize the unit horizontally.
Try to place the unit as far away from the speakers as possible.
Keep the unit away from direct exposure to the sun, heat,
moisture or dirt.
Keep the unit well ventilated.
Insert the into the front of the tubular
While holding the HEADSHELL firmly in a horizontal position, turn
the counter clockwise until the
locked in place. Be sure not to over tighten the
Slide the
numbered stylus gauge facing forward.
Twist the
it onto the rear of the
Without touching the stylus tip, remove the stylus protector (if your
cartridge has a detachable one.
Release the
Counter clockwise advancement of the
cause the cartridge side of the
it clockwise will cause the opposite. Turn the
clockwise or counter clockwise as needed until the
balanced horizontally. You can easily tell this by watching for
the point where the
Place on
with the .
With the locked on the
steady with one hand while rotating the
the center line on the
(0) balance should be completed.
Re-float the
If zero balance has not been maintained, repeat steps 3 - 5.
CONNECTIONS:
1
Connect the detachable linecord (included in the box
with your
plug the other end of the linecord into an
The
accept any voltage from
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
2
by screwing in the grounding fork(s) to the
located on the rear panel of the mixer.
3
signal from the turntable portion of the unit and should be
connected to an appropriate phono-level input on your audio mixer.
4
is in place.
.
on a flat, level surface free of
onto the rear of the
counter clockwise lightly, to screw
.
and lift the off the
to be lowered, turning
"floats" freely.
and lock it in place
, hold the
until the numeral "0" on the ring aligns with
rear shaft. The
to ensure
to the power receptacle, and
outlet.
has a universal power supply that can
No need for
line noise
You will need to ground the
This set of outputs carries the audio
.
is
.
with the
.
will
is
(0) balance.
cable(s)