Gemini Sound PDT-6000 Owners manual

OPERATORS MANUAL

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PDT-6000

DIGITAL TURNTABLE

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INTRODUCTION:

Congratulations on purchasing a Gemini PDT-6000 High-torque Direct Drive Digital Turntable. This state of the art turntable includes the latest features in modern direct drive turntable technology. Prior to use, we suggest that you carefully read all the instructions.

FEATURES:

• Quartz Locked Speed • Pitch Adjustment

• Pitch Control • Key Adjustment

• Brake and T orque Control • Digital Output

• Strobe Illuminator • Phono/Line Output

• Soft-touch Start/Stop Switch • Digital Display

• Platter Reverse • Master Tempo Control

• BPM Counter (Beats Per Minute)

PRECAUTIONS:

1. Read all operating instructions before using this equipment.

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.

In the U.S.A., if you have any problems with this unit, call 1-732-738-9003 for customer service. Do not return equipment to your dealer.

4. Tone arm bearings are factory set and sealed. Any attempt at adjustment will void the warranty.

5. Be sure that all AC power is OFF while making connections.

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 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.

8. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

9. DO NOT USE ANY SPRA Y CLEANER OR LUBRICANT ON ANY

CONTROLS OR SWITCHES.

PARTS CHECKLIST:

Turntable Unit...........................1

Dust Cover Hinge.....................2

Turntable Platter......................1

45 RPM Adapter........................1

Neoprenemat...........................1

Counter Balance......................1

Dust Cover................................1

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

ASSEMBLY AND SET-UP:

TURNT ABLE INSTALLATION:

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

2. Make sure that the VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH (3), located on the

TURNTABLE BASE (1 ), is set to the correct voltage. WARNING: If you try to operate the turntable with the incorrect voltage setting, it can damage your turntable.

3. After checking to ensure that all packing materials have been removed, gently place the PLATTER (2) on the center spindle of the TURN TABLE BASE (1).

4. Put the NEOPRENE MAT (4) on the PLATTER (2).

CARTRIDGE INSTALLATION: (SEE FIG.1)

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 (5) and tighten it with the screws included with the cartridge.

HEADSHELL INST ALLATION:

Insert the HEADSHELL (5) into the front of the tubular TONE ARM (6). While holding the HEADSHELL (5) firmly in a horizontal position, turn the LOCKING NUT (7) counter-clockwise until the HEADSHELL (5) is locked in place.

COUNTERWEIGHT INSTALLATION: (SEE FIG.2)

1. Slide the COUNTERWEIGHT (8) onto the rear of the TONE ARM (6) with the numbered stylus gauge facing forward.

2. Twist the COUNTERWEIGHT (8) lightly counter clockwise, to screw it onto the rear of the TONE ARM (6).

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 (9) and lift the TONE ARM (6) off the ARM REST (10).

3. Counter-clockwise advancement of the COUNTERWEIGHT (8) will cause the cartridge side of the TONE ARM (6) to be lowered. Clockwise will cause the opposite. Turn the COUNTERWEIGHT (8) clockwise or counter-clockwise as needed until the TONE ARM (6) is balanced horizontally. You can easily tell this by watching for the point where the TONE ARM (6) “floats” freely .

4. Place TONE ARM (6) on ARM REST (10) and lock it in place with the ARM CLAMP (9).

5. With the TONE ARM (6) locked on the ARM REST (10), hold the

COUNTERWEIGHT (8) steady with one hand while rotating the STYLUS PRESSURE RING (11) until the numeral “0” on the ring aligns with the center line on the TONE ARM (6) rear shaft. The horizontal zero (0) balance should be completed.

6. Refloat the TONE ARM (6) 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 recommended stylus pressure appears on the

STYLUS PRESSURE RING (11) where it meets the center line of the TONE ARM (6) rear shaft.

ADJUSTING THE ANTI-SKATING CONTROL:

Set the ANTI-SKATING CONTROL (12) to the same value as the stylus pressure.

ADJUSTING TONE ARM HEIGHT:

The tone arm height is adjustable between 0 and 6 mm. A HEIGHT SCALE (14) (in 0.5 mm increments) is provided to aid in an accurate

setting.

1. Unlock the tone arm by turning the ARM LOCK KNOB (15) away from the lock position.

2. Look up the cartridge height on TABLE A and find its corresponding height scale reading.

3. Turn the ARM HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT RING (13) until the reference line on the ring is positioned at the correct scale reading.

4. Lock the tone arm by turning the ARM LOCK KNOB (15) clockwise until it reaches the lock position.

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TABLE A

CARTRIDGE HEIGHT (mm)

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

For example, if the height of the cartridge is 18.5 mm, the ARM HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT RING (13) reference line should be positioned between 3 and 4 on the HEIGHT SCALE (14).

SCALE READING

0 1 2 3 4 5 6

INSTALLING THE DUSTCOVER:

1. Mount the hinges onto the dustcover.

2. Hold the dustcover in position, directly above the turntable, 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 can result.

CONNECTIONS:

1. Plug the AC power plug into an appropriate outlet.

2. See TABLE B 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).

TABLE B

OUTPUT CONNECTORS

L (WHITE)

R (RED)

MIXER OR

RECEIVER

LEFT CHANNEL

RIGHT CHANNEL

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:

BASIC OPERATION:

1. Place a record on the NEOPRENE MAT (4) which sits on the PLA TTER (2).

2. Select the desired speed by depressing the 33 or 45 SPEED SELECTOR BUTTON (18) . Press both the 33 and 45 SPEED SELECTOR BUTTONS (18) at the same time for 78 RPM.

3. Turn the POWER SWITCH (16) to the “ON” position, at which point the strobe illuminator (built into the POWER SWITCH (16) and the SPEED INDICAT OR (for the selected speed) will illuminate.

4. Remove the stylus protector (if applicable to your cartridge).

5. Release the ARM CLAMP (9) found on the ARM REST (10).

6. Push the START ST OP BUTT ON (17) . The turntable PLATTER (2) will start to spin.

7. Push the CUE LEVER (19) to the “UP” position.

8. Position the TONE ARM (6) over the desired position on the record and push the CUE LEVER (19) to the “DOWN” position. The TONE ARM (6) will slowly lower onto the record at which time play will begin.

9. When play is over, raise the T ONE ARM (6), move it to the ARM REST (10), and secure it with the ARM CLAMP (9).

10. Y ou now have the option of turning off the power by turning the POWER SWITCH (16) to the “OFF” position, or stopping the PLA TTER (2) by pushing the START ST OP BUTT ON (17) and engaging the electronic brake.

INTERRUPTING PLAY: 1.

Pushing the CUE LEVER (19) to the “UP” position will cause the TONE ARM (6) to lift, stopping play.

2. Pushing the CUE LEVER (19) to the “DOWN” position will cause the TONE ARM (6) to slowly lower onto the record at the point where play

was interrupted.

PLAYING 45 RPM RECORDS:

1. When playing a 45 RPM record with a large center hole, first place the 45 ADAPTER on the center spindle.

2. Be sure that the 45 SPEED SELECTOR BUTTON (18) is pushed and the 45 SPEED INDICA TOR is illuminated.

TARGET LIGHT:

1. Push the T ARGET LIGHT SWITCH (21) firmly and the TARGET LIGHT (22) will raise into position and illuminate the stylus tip.

2. To lower the TARGET LIGHT (22), push down on it until it locks in the casing.

3. When not being used, the TARGET LIGHT (22) should be kept in the lowered position.

ADJUSTING THE PITCH & KEY CONTROL:

1. The PDT-6000 is equipped with PITCH CONTROL (23) and QUARTZ LOCK (25). When the QUARTZ LOCK (25) is activated, the QUARTZ LOCK LED (24) lights GREEN, and the speed will be exactly 33 1/3, 45 or 78 rpm depending on which speed has been selected

regardless of the position of the pitch control. PITCH CONTROL (23) automatically disengages when the QUARTZ LOCK (25) is activated.

2. When the QUARTZ LOCK (25) is off, you can adjust the PITCH CONTROL (23). When you move the PITCH CONTROL (23) off center, the tempo can vary +/- 4%, +/- 8%, +/- 16% or +/- 35%, depending on which RANGE BUTTON (31) you select. These are lighted buttons and will light up when pressed.

* Note: If your speed is 33 1/3 rpm and you adjust the tempo to

+35% your speed will be exactly 45 rpm. Conversely, if your speed is 45 rpm and you adjust the tempo to -35% your speed will be exactly 33 1/3 rpm.

3. By adjusting the KEY CONTROL (32) you can raise or lower the key of the music. The key can vary +/- 4%, +/- 8%, +/- 16% or +/- 35%, depending on which RANGE BUTTON (31) you select.

4. Push the QUARTZ LOCK BUTTON (25) to bring the speed back to exactly 33 1/3, 45 or 78 RPM when the PITCH CONTROL (23) is positioned off center. Disengaging the QUARTZ LOCK (25) will bring the platter speed back to the original setting.

5. When you press the MASTER TEMPO BUTTON (33) you will be able to adjust the tempo of the record using the PITCH CONTROL (23). The KEY CONTROL (32) will be de-activated. The key of the music will be automatically adjusted to remain in the original key of the record, as you vary the tempo. The MASTER TEMPO LED (35) will light when the MASTER TEMPO BUTTON (33) is pressed.

6. The KEY ON BUTTON (34), when pressed allows you to adjust the PITCH CONTROL (23) and KEY CONTROL (32) independently of each other. The KEY ON LED (36) will light when the KEY ON BUTTON (34) is pressed.

* Note: The MASTER TEMPO BUTTON (33), KEY ON BUTTON (34),

PITCH CONTROL (23), and KEY CONTROL (32) can only be used through the LINE OUTPUT JACKS (40) and DIGIT AL OUTPUT JACK (42). They cannot be used when the PHONO/LINE SWITCH (41) is set to PHONO.

7. The PLATTER (2) is equipped with a STROBE RPM INDICATOR STRIP (26) and the POWER SWITCH (16) contains built in STROBE LIGHTS (27). When the PLATTER (2) is spinning, the STROBE LIGHTS (27)

illuminate the STROBE RPM INDICA T OR STRIP (26). The bottom row of dots will appear to be stationary when the pitch is -3.3%. The second row of dots from the bottom will appear to be stationary when the speed is exactly 33 1/3, 45 or 78 RPM depending on which SPEED SELECTOR BUTTONS (18) are pushed. The third row of dots from the bottom will appear to be stationary when the pitch is +3.3%. The top row of dots will appear to be stationary when the pitch is +7.2%.

USING THE REVERSE BUTTON:

1. Press the REVERSE BUTTON (29) to reverse the rotation of the PLATTER (2) (the REVERSE LED (30) will light while in reverse

mode). Press the REVERSE BUTTON (29) a second time to return to normal play.

DIGITAL DISPLAY:

1. The DIGIT AL DISPLAY (20) indicates PITCH PERCENTAGE & BPM. The BPM/PITCH BUTTON (37) allows you to select what you would like displayed, either the PITCH PERCENTAGE or the BPM.

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