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L (WHITE)
R (RED)MIXER OR
RECEIVER OUTPUT CONNECTORS
PHONO L CHANNEL
PHONO R CHANNEL
Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing a Gemini XL-20 turntable. This state of
the art turntable includes the latest features. Prior to use, we suggest
that you carefully read all the instructions.
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 PARTS 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 SPRAY CLEANER OR LUBRICANT ON ANY
CONTROLS OR SWITCHES.
Parts Checklist
Turntable unit.................................................................................1
Dust cover hinge............................................................................2
45 RPM adaptor...............................................................................1
Rubber mat....................................................................................1
Dust cover......................................................................................1
Assembly and Set-Up
NOTE: SEE PAGE 1 FOR PART NUMBERS AND LOCATIONS.
ATTACHING THE TURNTABLE BELT:
The TURNTABLE BELT (2A) comes attached to the PLATTER (1) and
the MOTOR SPINDLE (2B) but can some times detach in shipping.
Rotate the PLATTER (1) 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 (2B), you need to reattach it.
1. First, place a screwdriver in the center of LOCKING WASHER (2C)
around the CENTER SPINDLE (2) 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 (1) until the MOTOR
SPINDLE (2B) is visible, then fit your fingers in hole on the top of the
PLATTER (1), feel for and grab the rubber belt and attach to the
motor spindle.
4. Replace the locking washer. Put the RUBBER MAT (3) on the
PLATTER (1).
UNIT PLACEMENT:
1. Place the unit on a flat, level and vibration free surface.
2. Try to place the unit as far away from the speakers as possible.3. Keep the unit away from direct exposure to the sun, heat, moisture
or dirt.
4. Keep the unit well ventilated.
CHANGING THE STYLUS ASSEMBLY:
1. The needle is housed in a STYLUS (4) assembly that can be easily
removed and replaced. To remove the STYLUS (4), gently pull the
stylus from the tone arm.
2. To replace the STYLUS (4), gently push it onto the tone arm.
INSTALLING THE DUSTCOVER:
1. Hold the dustcover in position, directly above the turntable, and slide
the hinge bases into the holders mounted on the rear panel.
2. Always raise the dustcover before removal.
3. 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 A for proper connection of the output RCA plugs. Make
sure that all the plugs are firmly plugged into the appropriate jacks.
TABLE A
Operating Instructions
BASIC OPERATION:
1. Place a record on the RUBBER MAT (3) which sits on the PLATTER
(1).
2. Select the desired speed with the SPEED SELECTOR (5) button - = 45 RPM; = 33 RPM.
3. Remove the stylus protector.
4. Release the ARM CLAMP (6) found on the ARM REST (7).
5. Push the START/STOP (8) button . The turntable PLATTER (1)
will start to spin.
6. Push the LIFT (9) button in to raise the TONE ARM (10) to the
UP position.
7. Position the tone arm over the desired position on the record and
release the LIFT button . The TONE ARM (10) will slowly lower
onto the record at which time play will begin.
8. When play is over, raise the TONE ARM (10), move it to the ARM
REST (7), and secure it with the ARM CLAMP (6).
9. Stop the PLATTER (1) by releasing the START/STOP (8)
button .
INTERRUPTING PLAY:
1. Pushing the LIFT (9) button to the UP position will cause the
TONE ARM (10) to lift stopping play.
2. Releasing the LIFT (9) button will cause the TONE ARM (10)
to slowly lower onto the record at the point where play was inter-
rupted.
3. Stop the PLATTER (1) by releasing the START/STOP (8) button , and the TONE ARM (10) will remain at the last play position
on the record.
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PLAYING 45 RPM RECORDS:
1. When playing a 45 RPM record with a large center hole, first place
the 45 ADAPTOR (11) on the center spindle.
2. Be sure that the SPEED SELECTOR (5) button is set to the 45
position .
Specifications
Turntable Section:
Type..............................................................Belt Drive Manual Turntable
Drive Method..............................................................................Belt Drive
Motor...........................................................................................DC Motor
Speed...........................................................................33 1/3 or 45 RPM
Platter.............................................................................11.82"/300mm Dia.
Wow and Flutter..................................................Less than 0.20% WRMS*
* This rating refers to the turntable assembly and platter only and
excludes effects of records, the stylus assembly or tonearm.
GENERAL:
Power Supply...................................................115V 60 Hz or 230V 50 Hz
Power Consumption......................................................................5 Watts
Dimensions..................................16.5" x 3.4" x 14.4" (420 x 85 x 365 mm)
Weight..............................................................................5 lbs. (2.3 kg)
Specifications are subject to change without notice. The weight and
dimensions shown are approximate.
