Gemini sound x 120 service manual
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Page 2 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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Page 3 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.