Gemini TT-03 Operation Manual

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(5)easily tell this by watching for the point where the TONE ARM(7) "floats" freely.4. Place TONE ARM (7) on ARM REST (11) and lock it in placewith the ARM CLAMP (10).5. With the TONE ARM (7) locked on the ARM REST (11), holdthe COUNTERWEIGHT (8) steady with one hand while rotatingthe STYLUS PRESSURE RING (9) until the numeral "0" on thering aligns with the center line on the TONE ARM (7) rear shaft.The HORIZONTAL ZERO (0) balance should be completed.6. Re-float the TONE ARM (7) to ensure horizontal zero (0) bal-ance. If zero balance has not been maintained, repeat counter-weight steps 3 - 5.7. After adjusting the HORIZONTAL ZERO (0) balance, turn thebalanced COUNTERWEIGHT (8) counter clockwise until thecartridge manufacturer's recommend stylus pressure appearson the STYLUS PRESSURE RING (9) where it meets the cen-ter line of the TONE ARM (7) rear shaft.ADJUSTING THE ANTI-SKATING CONTROL:Set the ANTI-SKATING CONTROL (12) to the same value asthe stylus pressure.NOTE: IF YOUR TURNTABLE CAME WITH A CN-1000 CARTRIDGE, IT HAS ARECOMMENDED TRACKING FORCE OF 3.0 GRAMS AND CAN HAVE RANGEFROM 2.5-3.5 GRAMS.ADJUSTING TONE ARM HEIGHT:The TT-03 comes with an adjustable TONE ARM BASE (7).This feature is generally used when a larger or smaller sizedheadshell is used for record playing. You may adjust the heightof the TONE ARM (7) by unlocking the base with the use of theLOCK SWITCH (20) located next to the ANTI SKATE CON-TROL (12). Then adjust the TONE ARM ADJUSTMENTLEVER (8), located below the counter weight, to adjust theheight of the TONE ARM (7) by 6 mm.CONNECTIONS:1. Plug the AC power plug into an appropriate outlet.2. See TABLE A for proper connection of the output RCA plugsand ground connector. Make sure that all the plugs are firmlyplugged into the appropriate jacks (phono inputs).NOTE: TO REDUCE HUM, MAKE SURE THE GROUND LUG IS FIRMLY CON-NECTED TO THE GROUND SCREW.TABLE A:BASIC OPERATION:1. Turn the POWER (13) switch to the "ON" position, at whichpoint the TARGET LIGHT (14) will light up, TARGET LIGHTS(14) are an optional accessory available at your local retailer.2. Place a record on the SLIPMAT (4) which sits on the PLAT-TER (2).3. Select the desired speed by depressing the 33, 45 or 78 (33& 45 simultaneously) SPEED SELECTOR (16) button.4. Remove the stylus protector (if applicable to your cartridge).5. Release the ARM CLAMP (10) found on the ARM REST (11).6. Push the START/STOP (15) button. The turntable PLATTER(2) will start to spin.7. Carefully position the TONE ARM (7) over the desired posi-tion over the record. Lower the TONE ARM (7) slowly, while let-ting go of the TONE ARM (7) over the record where you want toplay.8. When play is over, raise the TONE ARM (7), move it onto theARM REST (11), and secure it with the ARM CLAMP (10).9. You now have the option of turning off the power by turningthe POWER (13) switch to the "OFF" position, or stopping thePLATTER (2) by pushing the START/STOP (15) button.INTERRUPTING PLAY:1. Pushing the START/STOP (15) button will cause the record tostop exactly when the START/STOP (15) button is pressedwhile playing.2. Press the START/STOP (15) button again to start playbackwith a short delay effect.ADJUSTING THE PITCH CONTROL:1. The TT-03 is equipped with a PITCH SLIDE CONTROL (17).When the PITCH SLIDE CONTROL (17) is in the center posi-tion, the speed will be 33, 45, or 78 depending on which SPEEDSELECTOR (16) button is pushed.2. When the PITCH SLIDE CONTROL (17) is positioned off cen-ter, the pitch can vary ±10% depending on the position of thePITCH SLIDE CONTROL (17).3. To lock the PITCH SLIDE CONTROL (17) press the QUARTZLOCK BUTTON (18) located above the PITCH SLIDE CON-TROL (17).TURNTABLE SECTION:Type.................................Direct Drive Manual TurntableDrive Method..............High Torque (2.2 kg) Direct DriveMotor.............................................................................DC MotorSpeed...............................................33 1/3, 45, 78 RPMWow and Flutter.....................Less than 0.15% WRMS**THIS RATING REFERS TO THE TURNTABLE ASSEMBLY AND PLATTERONLY AND EXCLUDES EFFECTS OF RECORDS, CARTRIDGES OR TON-EARMS.TONEARM SECTION:Type......................Statically Balanced Straight TonearmHeadshell Weight....................................................5.6 gGENERAL:Power Supply..............................AC 115 V~60 Hz/230 V~50 HzPower Consumption.............................................................30 WDimensions...................................................17.75" x 5.75" x 14"....................................................................(450 x 136 x 352mm)Weight.....................................................20.1 lbs. (9.1 kg)SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. THEWEIGHT AND DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE APPROXIMATE.TT-003TT-003OUTPUT CONNECTORS MIXER OR RECIEVERL (WHITE) PHONO L CHANNELR (RED) PHONO R CHANNELGND (SPADE LUG) GND SCREWOPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:SPECIFICATIONS: