Gemini P-801 - Manual (Page 3)

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Introduction
We congratulate you on choosing a Gemini Sound Products power
amplifier. The latest advancements in technology have been used
in the manufacturing of this amplifier. To obtain maximum
performance from your amplifier, please read all instructions before
operating.
Features
• Continuous Advanced Protection circuitry
• Fan Cooled
• One Switched & One Unswitched Rear Panel AC Outlets
• Supports Two Sets of Speakers
• Supports Balanced & Unbalanced Inputs
Cautions
1. All operating instructions should be read 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
refer servicing to a qualified service technician.
3. Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight or to a heat source
such as a radiator or stove.
4. This unit should be cleaned only with a damp cloth. Avoid
solvents or other cleaning detergents.
5. When moving this equipment, it should be placed in its original
carton and packaging. This will reduce the risk of damage
during transit.
6. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
7. DO NOT USE ANY SPRAY CLEANER OR LUBRICANT ON ANY
CONTROLS OR SWITCHES.
Connection
1. Be sure that POWER (1) is in the OFF position. All connections
must be made with all equipment OFF.
2. Before plugging in the power cord, make sure the VOLTAGE
SELECTOR SWITCH (14) is set to the correct voltage.
3. For best sound use only high quality audio cables for your hook
up. Make sure all cables are pushed in securely.
4. Use the LINE IN (11) jacks to attach your input signal to the P-
801. Make sure that you correctly attach the left and right
cables. You can use either RCA or 1/4" connectors.
5. There are two supplied AC OUTLETS (13), one unswitched
(Max. 500W) and one switched (Max. 400W), which allow the
electrical hook up of other units.
6. The P-801 provides two pairs of SPEAKER OUTPUT
TERMINALS (12) to enable you to run two sets of speakers.
You can either use banana plugs or bare speaker wire for your
connections.
7. A GND TERMINAL (9) is provided for grounding the P-801 to
your other equipment.
8. Make sure that the FAN (10) is not obstructed.
Operation
1. POWER ON: Once you have made all source connections to
your P-801, press the POWER (1) button, the power will turn on
and the POWER LED (2) will illuminate GREEN.
2. PROTECTION LED: The PROTECTION LED (3) illuminates
RED when the amplifier overheats or when a shorted load or
DC is detected on the amplifier output. The amplifier will reset
itself when the problem is corrected.
Note: When you first turn on the power, the
PROTECTION LED will illuminate for a few seconds.
This is normal.
3. SPEAKER SELECTION: The P-801 is capable of handling two
sets of speakers. To select, push the proper SPEAKER
BUTTONS (4). You can select either A, B or both A & B.
4. VOLUME CONTROL: You can easily control the output level to
your speakers (the volume) by using the rotary VOLUME
CONTROLS (5, 6). VOLUME CONTROL (5) adjusts the left
channel and VOLUME CONTROL (6) adjusts the right channel.
5. BUILT IN FAN: The P-801 is equipped with a built in FAN (10).
This allows the inside of your unit to be cooled and to prevent
overheating. Never obstruct or disconnect the fan.
Specifications
Momentary Music Peak Power at 1 kHz...........................800 watts
Maximum Power Output (RMS) at 1 kHz................180 watts at 4
Ω
125 watts at 8
Ω
Distortion..................less than 0.08% at rated power output into 8
Ω
Frequency Response...........................20 Hz to 60 kHz (+0/-3dB)
Signal To Noise Ratio................................................98 dB (IEC-A)
Output Section......................................................................4 - 16
Ω
Indicators..............................................................Power & Protection
Power Consumption.....................................................800 watts (Max)
Dimensions......................................................19 “ x 5 “ x 10 1/2 “
Weight...............................................................................21.6 lbs.
Rack.........................................................................3.5 U rack spaces