Gemini TT-900 Modern Bluetooth Turntable System Manual

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What's Included

Please ensure that you find these accessories included with your TT-900 Modern Bluetooth Turntable System:
(1) TT-900 Modern Bluetooth Turntable System
(1) Power Supply
(1) 45 RPM Adapter
(2) Bookshelf Speaker and Cables
(1) User Manual and Warranty

Please read carefully before proceeding
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock, short-circuits, damages, fire, or other hazards.

Caution

• All operating instructions should be read before using this equipment.
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not open the unit. There are no user replaceable parts inside. Please refer servicing to a qualified Altec Lansing service technician. Do not attempt to return this equipment to your dealer. Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight or to a heat source such as radiator or stove.
• Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents as this might damage the finishing. This unit should be cleaned only with a damp cloth.
• When moving this equipment, it should be placed in its original carton and packaging. This will reduce the risk of damage during transit.
• Do not expose this unit to water or heat.
• Do not use cleaning products or lubricants on the controls or switches.

Precautions

• Read Instructions: All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
• Retain Instructions: All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
• Heed Warnings: All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
• Follow Instructions: All operating and use instructions should be followed.
• Cleaning: The product should be cleaned only with a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never clean with furniture wax, benzene, insecticides or other volatile liquids since they may corrode the cabinet.
• Water and Moisture: Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
  
• Do Not Open: Do not open the device or attempt to disassemble the internal parts or modify them in any way. The device contains no user-serviceable parts. If it appears to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by qualified Altec Lansing service personnel.
• Replacement Parts: When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
  
• Location: To avoid toppling the device or causing damage to the internal components, be sure to keep the following cautions: When transporting the device, always use the original carton. Before moving the device, remove all connected cables. Do not expose the device to excessive dust or vibrations, or extreme cold or heat (such as in direct sunlight or near a heater) to prevent the possibility of panel disfiguration or damage to the internal components. Do not place the device in an unstable position where it many accidentally fall over.

TT-900 Features

Turntable - Top View

1. Tone-arm Stand
2. Lift Lever
3. Tone Arm Clip/Reset
4. Stylus(Needle) Cartridge
5. Power Indicator
6. Volume Control Knob
7. Pitch Control Knob
8. Speed Control Selection Knob
9. Turntable Shaft
10. Turntable Platter

Turntable - Rear View

11. Auto Stop ON/OFF Switch
12. L/R RCA Output Jack
13. External Speaker Jacks (Turntable)
14. Function Mode Switch
15. DC IN Power Jack
16. Power ON/OFF Switch

Speaker - Rear View

17. External Speaker Input (External Bookshelf Speakers)

Getting Started

• Connect the External Speaker Cable to the External Speaker Jack at the rear of the unit and speakers.
• Insert the DC plug of the adaptor to the DC IN Jack on the back of the unit.
• Plug the adaptor's AC plug into the power outlet and switch ON the power button at the back of the unit.

Listening to a Record

• Switch the function mode to PH. Turn on the power switch at the rear of the turntable player. The indicator will become red color.

• Place a record on the turntable platter and select the desired speed (33/45/78) according to the record. NOTE: when playing a 45RPM record, use the included 45RPM adapter located inside the accessories bag.
  Note: when playing a 45RPM record with a large center hole, use the 45RPM adapter.
• Remove the stylus protector. Open the tone-arm clip to release the tone-arm. Push the lift lever backward to raise the tone-arm and gently move the tone-arm to the desired position over the record. The turntable will begin to spin when the arm is moved toward the record. Push the lift lever forward to lower the tone-arm slowly onto the desired position on the record to begin playing the record.
  
  Please note: The record will begin to spin only when the tonearm is moved toward the record if the Auto Stop is turned on.
• If the Auto Stop switch is turned ON, the record will stop automatically when finished. If the Auto Stop switch is turned OFF, the record will not stop automatically when finished. You must stop it manually.
  
  Notes: Auto Stop function applies to most 33RPM vinyl records. However, for some vinyl records, it will stop before it reaches the end, or it will not stop when it comes to the end, even if Auto Stop is on.
• Turn the Power & Volume control knob clockwise.
• Turn the Pitch Control Knob to fine tune the speed.
• During use in Phono mode, please make sure that an audio cable is not plugged into the Aux In jack.

Bluetooth Playback

• Switch the function mode to BT. The indicator will become blue color with flashing.
• Turn on your Bluetooth function on your mobile phone or tablet PC and then search the turntable player with its name GEMINI TT-900. After pairing and connection, the indicator will become blue color without flashing, and you can play your music of your mobile phone or tablet PC on this turntable player.
  
• Turn the VOLUME CONTROL KNOB to adjust the volume.
  

Line Out Connection

• You can connect this unit to an external Hi-Fi / AMPLIFIER system by connecting the RCA LINE OUT JACKS to the auxiliary input jacks on your Hi-Fi / AMPLIFIER system with RCA cable (not included). Please disconnect the audio cable on the external speaker jacks[13].
• Once connected, make sure that the volume on your external device is turned up. Device audio will come out of the builtin speaker, and can be controlled with the Volume Control Knob.
  

How to Replace the Needle

To replace the needle, please refer to the instructions below.

Removing the needle from the cartridge

1. Place a screwdriver at the tip of the stylus and push downward as shown in direction "A".
2. Remove the stylus by pulling the stylus forward and pushing downward.

Installing the Stylus

1. Hold the tip of the stylus and insert the stylus by pressing as shown in direction "B".
2. Push the stylus upward as in direction "C" until the stylus locks into the tip position.
   

Notes: We advise you to clean your records with an anti-static cloth to gain maximum enjoyment from them. We would also point out that for the same reason your stylus should be replaced periodically (approximately every 250 playback hours).

Tips for Better Performance

• Do not touch the needle tip with your fingers; avoid bumping the needle against the turntable platter or record edge.
• Frequently clean the needle tip-use a soft brush in a "back-to-front' motion only.
• If you must use a needle cleaning fluid, use sparingly.
• Gently wipe the anti-dust cover and turntable housing with a soft cloth. Never apply harsh chemicals or solvents to any part of the turntable system.

Warranty and Repair

All GEMINI products are designed and manufactured to the highest standards in the industry. With proper care and maintenance, your product will provide years of reliable service.

Limited Warranty

1. GEMINI guarantees its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one (1) year from the original purchase date.
2. This limited warranty does not cover damage or failure caused by abuse, misuse, abnormal use, faulty installation, improper maintenance or any repairs other than those provided by GEMINI.
3. There are no obligations of liability on the part of GEMINI for consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the use or performance of the product or other indirect damages with respect to loss of property, revenues, of profit, or costs of removal, installation, or reinstallation. All implied warranties for GEMINI, one (1) year from the original date of purchase, unless otherwise mandated by local statutes.

Return/Repair

In the U.S.A., please call our helpful Customer Service Representatives at (888) 436-4649, and they will be happy to give you a Return Authorization Number (RA#) and the address of an authorized service center closest to you.
After receiving an RA#, include a copy of the original sales receipt, with defective product and a description of the defect. Send by insured freight to: GEMINI and use the address provided by your customer service representative. Your RA# must be written on the outside of the package, or processing will be delayed indefinitely!
Service covered under warranty will be paid for by GEMINI and returned to you. For non-warrantied products, GEMINI will repair your unit after payment is received. Repair charges do not include return freight. Freight charges will be added to the repair charges.
On warranty service, you pay for shipping to GEMINI, we pay for return shipping within the continental United States. Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Canada, Bahamas, and the Virgin Islands will be charged for freight.
Please allow 2-3 weeks for return of your product. Under normal circumstances your product will spend no more than 10 working days at GEMINI. We are not responsible for shipping times.

Parts of the design of this product may be protected by worldwide patents. Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of the vendor. GEMINI shall not be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever arising from the use of information or any error contained in this manual. No part of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, electrical, mechanical, optical, chemical, including photocopying and recording, for any purpose without the express written permission of GEMINI. It is recommended that all maintenance and service on this product is performed by GEMINI or its authorized agents. GEMINI will not accept liability for loss or damage caused by maintenance or repair performed by unauthorized personnel.

© 2020 Inovative Concepts and Design, LLC. All rights reserved. Gemini; related logos are registered trademarks of Inovative Concepts and Design; Bluetooth logo is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG;The N-Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United States and in other countries; The Bluetooth range is affected by walls, obstructions, and movement. For optimal performance, place the product in the center of the room so it is unobstructed by walls, furniture, etc; This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. An operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference. and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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