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Introduction

Congratulations on purchasing a Gemini XL-100 turntable. This state of the

art turntable includes the latest features. Prior to use, we suggest that you

carefully read all the instructions.

Features

• ±6% Pitch control

• Strobe illuminator

• Soft-touch start/stop switch

• Cartridge included

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 adapter...............................................................................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.

VOLTAGE SELECTION:

Rotate the PLATTER (2) until the VOLTAGE SELECTOR (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.

ATTACHING THE TURNTABLE BELT:

The TURNTABLE BELT (4A) comes attached to the PLATTER (2) and the

MOTOR SPINDLE (4B) but can some times detach in shipping. Rotate the

PLATTER (2) 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,

you need to reattach it.

1. First, place a screwdriver in the center of LOCKING WASHER (4C)

around the CENTER SPINDLE (4) 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 (2) until the MOTOR

SPINDLE (4B) is visible, then fit your fingers in hole on the top of the

PLATTER (2), feel for and grab the rubber belt and attach to the motor

spindle.

4. Replace the locking washer.

TURNTABLE INSTALLATION:

1. Put the RUBBER MAT (5) on the PLATTER (2).

2. Set the TURNTABLE BASE (1) on a flat, level surface free of vibration.

Use the turntable feet to horizontally stabilize the unit.

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. 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 (6) 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 (6) into the front of the tubular TONE ARM (7).

While holding the HEADSHELL firmly in a horizontal position, turn the

LOCKING NUT (8) counter clockwise until the HEADSHELL is locked in

place.

COUNTERWEIGHT INSTALLATION: (SEE FIG. 3A & 3B)

1. Slide the COUNTERWEIGHT (9) onto the rear of the TONE ARM (7)

with the numbered stylus gauge facing forward.

2. Twist the COUNTERWEIGHT (9) lightly counter clockwise, 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).

2. Release the ARM CLAMP (10) and lift the TONE ARM (7) off the ARM

REST (11).

3. Counter clockwise advancement of the COUNTERWEIGHT (9) will

cause the cartridge side of the TONE ARM (7) to be lowered. Clockwise

will cause the opposite. Turn the COUNTERWEIGHT clockwise or

counter clockwise as needed until the TONE ARM is balanced horizon-

tally. You can easily tell this by watching for the point where the TONE

ARM “floats” freely.

4. Place TONE ARM (7) on ARM REST (11) and lock it in place with the

ARM CLAMP (10).

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