Gemini Industries TT-002MKII User Manual
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MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS
MULTI LANGUAGE INSTRUCTIONS
ENGLISH....................................................................................................................................................................................................................PAGE 4
DEUTSCH....................................................................................................................................................................................................................PAGE 6
ESPAÑOL....................................................................................................................................................................................................................PAGE 8
FRANCAIS.................................................................................................................................................................................................................PAGE 10
PLEASE READ BEFORE USING APPLIANCE, IMPORTANT WARNING & SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS!
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT OPEN!
CAUTION: This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used
to connect the unit to other equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric
appliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connec
tions.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying
the appliance.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert
the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that
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 manu
facturer 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, brack
et, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and seri
ous 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 combina
tion 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 sup
ply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company.
LOCATION: The appliance should be installed in a stable 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, loca
tion of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and require
ments 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 out
let 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 conven
ience 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 oper
ation.
• 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.
WALLOR CEILING MOUNTING: The product should not be mounted to a wall or ceil
ing.
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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TT-002MKII
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INTRODUCTION:
Congratulations on purchasing a Gemini TT-02 MKII
turntable. This state of the art turntable includes the lat-
est features. Prior to use, we suggest that you carefully
read all the instructions.
FEATURES
• +/-10% Variable pitch slider
• Solid aluminum platter
• Straight tonearm for superior tracking
• Fully adjustable counter weight & anti-skating con
trols
• Dual speed RPM (33/45)
• LED Illuminated soft touch start/stop & RPM but
tons
• Removable head shell
• CN-1000 cartridge & felt slipmat included
• RCA & ground cables
PRECAUTIONS:
1. Read all operating instructions before using this equip-
ment.
2. The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or
splashing, and no objects filled with liquids such as vases
should be placed on the apparatus.
3. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not open the
unit. THERE ARE NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. Please contact the Gemini Service Department
or your authorized dealer to speak to a qualified service
technician.
4. Tone Arm bearings are factory set and sealed. Any
attempt at adjustment will void the warranty.
Rotate the PLATTER (2) until the VOLT AGE SELECTION
SWITCH (3) (located on the TURNTABLE BASE (1)) is
visible through one of the platter holes. Make sure that the
VOLTAGE SELECTOR 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.
TURNTABLE INSTALLATION:
1. Put the SLIPMAT (4) on the PLATTER (2).
2. Set the TURNTABLE BASE (1) on a flat, level surface
free of vibration. Use the turntable feet to stabilize the unit
horizontally.
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 INSTALLATION: (SEE FIG. 1)
Because all cartridges have their own designs, please
refer to your particular cartridge’s instructions to insure
proper installation. If you are using a pre-mounted or integrated cartridge, you can jump ahead to HEADSHELL
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. Incase your cartridge is not marked the
positive leads are the ones on top negative below, left are
left, and right is right.
5. Be sure that all AC power is OFF while making connec-
tions.
6. Cables should be low capacitance, shielded and of
proper length. Make sure that all plugs and jacks are tight
and properly connected.
7. Always, begin with the audio level faders/volume con-
trols 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.
8. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOIS-
TURE.
9. DO NOT USE ANY SPRAY CLEANER OR LUBRI-
CANT ON ANY CONTROLS OR SWITCHES.
PARTS CHECKLIST:
Please make sure the following parts are included with
your TT-02 MKII:
Turntable unit...................................................................1
Turntable platter...............................................................1
Slipmat.............................................................................1
Counterweight..................................................................1
Headshell with cartridge..................................................1
White (L+)...................................................Left Channel +
Blue (L-)......................................................Left Channel -
Red (R+)..................................................Right Channel +
Green (R-).................................................Right Channel -
2. Mount the cartridge in the HEADSHELL (5) and tighten
it with the screws included with the cartridge.
HEADSHELL INSTALLATION:
Insert the HEADSHELL (5) into the front of the tubular
TONE ARM (7). While holding the HEADSHELL (5) firm-
ly in a horizontal position, turn the LOCKING NUT (6)
counter clockwise until the HEADSHELL (5) is locked in
place.
COUNTER
1. Slide the COUNTERWEIGHT (8) onto the rear of the
TONE ARM (7) with the numbered stylus gauge facing
forward.
2. Twist the COUNTERWEIGHT (8) counter clockwise
lightly, 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).
WEIGHT INSTALLATION: (SEE FIG. 2)
ASSEMBL
SEE FIG. 3 FOR PART NUMBERS AND LOCATIONS.
VOL
Y & SET-UP:
TAGE SELECTION:
2. Release the ARM CLAMP (10) and lift the TONE ARM
(7) off the ARM REST (11).
3. Counter clockwise advancement of the COUNTER
(44)
WEIGHT (8) will cause the cartridge side of the TONE
ARM (7) to be lowered; turning it clockwise will cause the
opposite. Turn the COUNTERWEIGHT (8) clockwise or
counter clockwise as needed until the TONE ARM (7) is
balanced horizontally. You can easily tell this by watching
for the point where the TONE ARM (7) “floats” freely.
4. Place TONE ARM (7) on ARM REST (11) and lock it in
place with the ARM CLAMP (10).
5. With the TONE ARM (7) locked on the ARM REST (11),
hold the COUNTERWEIGHT (8) steady with one hand
while rotating the STYLUS PRESSURE RING (9) until the
numeral “0” on the ring aligns with the center line on the
TONE ARM (7) rear shaft. The horizontal zero (0) balance
should be completed.
6. Re-float the TONE ARM (7) to ensure horizontal zero
(0) balance. If zero balance has not been maintained,
repeat counterweight steps 3 - 5.
7. After adjusting the horizontal zero (0) balance, turn the
balanced COUNTERWEIGHT (8) counter clockwise until
the cartridge manufacturer’s recommend stylus pressure
appears on the STYLUS PRESSURE RING (9) where it
meets the center line of the TONE ARM (7) rear shaft.
6. Push the START/STOP (15) button. The turntable
PLATTER (2) will start to spin.
7. Carefully position the TONE ARM (7) over the desired
position over the record. Lower the TONE ARM (7) slowly, while letting go of the TONE ARM (7) over the record
where you want to play.
8. When play is over, raise the TONE ARM (7), move it
onto the ARM REST (11), and secure it with the ARM
CLAMP (10).
9. You now have the option of turning off the power by
turning the POWER (13) switch to the “OFF” position, or
stopping the PLATTER (2) by pushing the START/STOP
(15) button.
INTERRUPTING PLAY:
1. Pushing the START/STOP (15) button will cause the
record to stop exactly when the START/STOP (15) button
is pressed while playing.
2. Press the START/STOP (15) button again to start play-
back with a short DELAY effect.
ADJUSTING THE ANTI-SKATING CONTROL:
Set the ANTI-SKATING CONTROL (12) to the same
value as the stylus pressure.
NOTE: IF YOUR TURNTABLE CAME WITH A CN-1000 CARTRIDGE,
IT HAS A RECOMMENDED TRACKING FORCE OF 3.0 GRAMS AND
CAN HAVE RANGE FROM 2.5-3.5 GRAMS.
CONNECTIONS:
1. Plug the AC power plug into an appropriate outlet.
2. See Table A for proper connection of the output RCA
plugs and ground connector. Make sure that all the plugs
are firmly plugged into the appropriate jacks (phono
inputs).
NOTE: TO REDUCE HUM, MAKE SURE THE GROUND LUG IS FIRMLY CONNECTED TO THE GROUND SCREW.
T ABLE A:
OUTPUT CONNECTORS MIXER OR RECIEVER
L (WHITE) PHONO L CHANNEL
R (RED) PHONO R CHANNEL
GND (SPADE LUG) GND SCREW
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
BASIC OPERATION:
1. Place a record on the SLIPMAT (4) which sits on the
PLATTER (2).
ADJUSTING THE PITCH CONTROL:
1. The TT-02 MKII is equipped with a PITCH CONTROL
(17). When the PITCH CONTROL is in the center position, the speed will be 33 or 45 depending on which
SPEED SELECTOR (16) button is pushed.
2. When the PITCH CONTROL (17) is positioned off center, the pitch can vary ±10% depending on the position of
the PITCH CONTROL (17).
SPECIFICATIONS:
TURNTABLE SECTION:
Type.......................................Direct Drive Manual Turntable
Drive Method.......................................................Direct Drive
Motor......................................................................DC Motor
Speed........................................................33 1/3 or 45 RPM
Wow and Flutter............................Less than 0.25% WRMS*
*THIS RATING REFERS TO THE TURNTABLE ASSEMBLY AND
PLATTER ONLY AND EXCLUDES EFFECTS OF RECORDS, CARTRIDGES OR TONEARMS.
TONEARM SECTION:
Type.............................Statically Balanced Straight Tonearm
Headshell Weight...........................................................5.6 g
GENERAL:
Power Supply.........................AC 115 V~60 Hz/230 V~50 Hz
Power Consumption......................................................15 W
Dimensions.............................................17.75" x 5.75” x 14"
............................................................(450 x 136 x 352 mm)
Weight.........................................................12.5 lbs. (5.7 kg)
2. Select the desired speed by depressing the 33 or 45
SPEED SELECTOR (16) button.
3. Turn the POWER (13) switch to the “ON” position, at
which point the TARGET LIGHT (14) will light up, TAR-
GET LIGHTS (14) are an optional accessory available at
your local retailer.
4. Remove the stylus protector (if applicable to your car-
tridge).
5. Release the ARM CLAMP (10) found on the ARM
REST (11).
SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
THE WEIGHT AND DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE APPROXIMATE.
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