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MANUELLER PLATTENSPIELER MIT RIEMENANTRIEB
GIRADISCOS MANUAL ACCIONADO POR CORREA
TABLE TOURNANTE MANUELLE ENTRAÎNÉE PAR COURROIE

OPERATIONS MANUAL

BEDIENUNGSHANDBUCH
MANUAL DEL OPERADOR
MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS

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MUL TI-LANGUAGE CONTENTS:

ENGLISH......................................................................................................................................................................................................................PAGE 5

DEUTSCH......................................................................................................................................................................................................................PAGE 7

ESPAÑOL......................................................................................................................................................................................................................PAGE 9

FRANCAIS..................................................................................................................................................................................................................PAGE 11

PLEASE READ BEFORE USING APPLIANCE, IMPORTANT WARNING & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT OPEN!

CAUTION: THIS PRODUCT SATISFIES FCC REGULA TIONS WHEN SHIELDED CABLES AND

CONNECTORS ARE USED T O CONNECT THE UNIT TO OTHER EQUIPMENT. TO PREVENT
ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE WITH ELECTRIC APPLIANCES SUCH AS RADIOS AND
TELEVISIONS, USE SHIELDED CABLES AND CONNECTORS FOR CONNECTIONS.

THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT
THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF IMPORT ANT OPERA TING AND MAINTENANCE
(SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMP ANYING THE APPLIANCE.

THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL
TRIANGLE, IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULA TED
“DANGEROUS VOL T AGE” WITHIN THE PRODUCT’S ENCLOSURE THA T MAY BE OF
SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS.

READ INSTRUCTIONS: All the safety and operating instructions should be read before

the product is operated.

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS: The safety and operating instructions should be retained for

future reference.

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, benzine, insecticides or other volatile liquids
since they may corrode the cabinet.

ATTACHMENTS: Do not use attachments not recommended by the product

manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

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.

ACCESSORIES: Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket,

or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious
damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the
product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting
accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

CART: A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive

force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

See Figure A.

VENTILATION: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to

ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and
these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be
blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This
product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless
proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

POWER SOURCES: This product should be operated only from the type of power

source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company.

LOCATION: The appliance should be inst alled in a st able location.
NON-USE PERIODS: The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the

outlet when left unused for a long period of time.

GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION:

• If this product is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug
having one blade wider than the other), it will fit into the outlet only one way. This is
a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

• If this product is equipped with a three-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a
third (grounding) pin, it will only fit into a grounding type power outlet. This is a
safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
grounding type plug.

POWER-CORD PROTECTION: Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are

not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the product.

OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING: If an outside antenna or cable system is

connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to
provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article
810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with
regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the
lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of
antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for
the grounding electrode. See Figure B.

LIGHTNING: For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it

is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet
and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the
product due to lightning and power-line surges.

POWER LINES: An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of

overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into
such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme
care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact
with them might be fatal.

OVERLOADING: Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral

convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY: Never push objects of any kind into this product

through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts
that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

SERVICING: Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing

covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel.

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE: Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer

servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

• When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

• If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.

• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

• If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an
improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

• If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

• When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.

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.

SAFETY CHECK: Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the

service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in
proper operating condition.

WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING: The product should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling.
HEAT: The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators,

heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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INTRODUCTION:

Congratulations on purchasing a Gemini XL-120MKII turntable. This
state of the art turntable includes the latest features. Prior to use, we
suggest that you carefully read all the instructions.

FEATURES:

• S-Shaped Tone Arm

• Anti Skate Adjustment

• Strobe Illuminator

• Start/Stop Button

• Dust Cover

• Adjustable Pitch +/- 6%

• Removeable Headshell & Cartridge Included

• 33/45 RPM

• “G” Slipmat

Rotate the PLATTER (2) and look through the platter holes to check if
belt detached. If the belt is not wrapped tightly around the platter and
the MOTOR SPINDLE (4B), you need to reattach it.

1. First, place a screwdriver in the center of LOCKING WASHER (4C)
around the CENTER SPINDLE (4) and gently pry the washer off.

2. Remove the platter and wrap the belt around the inner circle under the
platter. DO NOT STRETCH OUT THE BELT .

3. Replace the platter and rotate the PLATTER (2) until the MOTOR

SPINDLE (4B) is visible, then fit your fingers in hole on the top of the
PLATTER (2), feel for and grab the rubber belt and attach to the motor

spindle.

4. Replace the locking washer.

TURNTABLE INST ALLA TION:

1. Put the RUBBER MA T (5) on the PLATTER (2).

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 P ARTS 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 SPRA Y CLEANER OR LUBRICANT ON ANY

CONTROLS OR SWITCHES.

PARTS CHECKLIST:

Turntable unit................................................................................................1

Dust cover hinges........................................................................................2

Turntable platter............................................................................................1

45 RPM adapter.............................................................................................1

Rubber mat...................................................................................................1

Counter balance...........................................................................................1

Dust cover....................................................................................................1

Headshell.......................................................................................................1

Cartridge.......................................................................................................1

ASSEMBLY AND SET-UP:

NOTE: SEE FIG. 1 FOR PART NUMBERS AND LOCATIONS.

VOL TAGE SELECTION:

Rotate the PLATTER (2) until the VOLTAGE SELECTOR (3) (located on
the TURNTABLE BASE (1)) is visible through one of the platter holes.
Make sure that the VOLTAGE SELECTOR (3) switch is set to the
correct voltage.

WARNING: IF YOU TRY TO OPERATE THE TURNTABLE WITH THE

INCORRECT VOLTAGE SETTING, IT CAN DAMAGE YOUR
TURNTABLE.

ATT ACHING THE TURNTABLE BEL T :

The TURNTABLE BELT (4A) comes attached to the PLATTER (2) and
the MOTOR SPINDLE (4B) but can some times detach in shipping.

2. Set the TURNTABLE BASE (1) on a flat, level surface free of vibration.
Use the turntable feet to horizontally stabilize the unit.

3. Try to place the unit as far away from the speakers as possible.

4. Keep the unit away from direct exposure to the sun, heat, moisture or dirt.

5. Keep the unit well ventilated.

CARTRIDGE INSTALLA TION: (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 Channel +

Blue (L-)..............................................................................Left Channel -

Red (R+)...........................................................................Right Channel +

Green (R-).........................................................................Right Channel -

2. Mount the cartridge in the HEADSHELL (6) 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 body is
grounded to a cartridge terminal, remove the grounding strap from the
cartridge body to the cartridge ground terminal. Failure to do this may
result in excessive hum.

HEADSHELL INST ALLATION:

Insert the HEADSHELL (6) into the front of the tubular TONE ARM (7). While
holding the HEADSHELL firmly in a horizontal position, turn the LOCKING NUT

(8) counter clockwise until the HEADSHELL is locked in place.

COUNTERWEIGHT INSTALLA TION: (SEE FIG . 3A & 3B)

1. Slide the COUNTERWEIGHT (9) onto the rear of the TONE ARM (7)
with the numbered stylus gauge facing forward.

2. Twist the COUNTERWEIGHT (9) lightly counter clockwise, to screw it
onto the rear of the TONE ARM (7).

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 (10) and lift the TONE ARM (7) off the ARM
REST (11).

3. Counter clockwise advancement of the COUNTERWEIGHT (9) will
cause the cartridge side of the TONE ARM (7) to be lowered. Clock

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