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Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing a Gemini PT-2000 high-torque
professional 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
• +/- 10% Pitch control
• Fully electronic braking for quick stops
• Strobe illuminator
• Soft-touch start/stop switch
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
Turntable platter.............................................................................1
45 rpm adaptor...............................................................................1
Rubber mat....................................................................................1
Counter balance.............................................................................1
Dust cover......................................................................................1
Headshell.......................................................................................1
Assembly and Set-Up
NOTE: SEE FIG. 1 ( PAGE 1 ) FOR PART NUMBERS AND
LOCATIONS.
TURNTABLE PLATTER INSTALLATION:
Set the TURNTABLE BASE (1) on a flat, level surface. After
checking to ensure that all packing materials have been removed,
gently place the PLATTER (2) on the center spindle of the
TURNTABLE BASE (1). Put the RUBBER MAT (3) on the
PLATTER (2).
CARTRIDGE INSTALLATION:
(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 (4) 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 INSTALLATION:
Insert the HEADSHELL (4) into the front of the tubular TONE ARM
(5). While holding the HEADSHELL (4) firmly in a horizontal
position, turn the LOCKING NUT (6) clockwise until the
HEADSHELL (4) is locked in place.
COUNTERWEIGHT INSTALLATION:
(SEE FIG. 3A & 3B)
1. Slide the COUNTERWEIGHT (7) onto the rear of the TONE
ARM (5).
2. Twist the COUNTERWEIGHT (7) lightly counterclockwise, to
screw it onto the rear of the TONE ARM (5)
.
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 (8) and lift the TONE ARM (5) off
the ARM REST (9).
3. Counter clockwise advancement of the COUNTERWEIGHT (7)
will cause the cartridge side of the TONE ARM (5) to be
lowered. Clockwise will cause the opposite. Turn the COUN-
TERWEIGHT clockwise or counter clockwise as needed until
the TONE ARM is balanced horizontally. You can easily tell this
by watching for the point where the TONE ARM “floats” freely.