Gemini PT-2000 Introduction, Features, Precautions, Parts Checklist, Assembly and Set-Up

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

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).

Dust cover hinge 2

ADJUSTING HORIZONTAL ZERO (0) BALANCE AND STYLUS PRESSURE:

Turntable platter	1
45 rpm adaptor	1
Rubber mat	1
Counter balance	1
Dust cover	1
Headshell	1

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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.