Gemini GLS Series User Manual

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Gemini GLS Series Complete High-Power Speaker System. With proper care & maintenance, your unit will provide years of reliable, uninterrupted service. The GLS Series is backed by a 1-year limited warranty*.

Preparing For First Use

Please ensure that you find these accessories included with your GLS Series speaker:

• (1) Speaker
• (1) Adapter
• (1) Operating Instructions
• (1) FM Antenna
• (1) Remote control
• (1) Microphone

Caution

• (i) All operating instructions should be read before using this equipment.
• (ii) 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 GEMINI service technician. Do not attempt to return this equipment to your dealer.
• (iii) Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight or to a heat source such as a radiator or stove.
• (iv) This unit should be cleaned only with a damp cloth. Avoid solvents or other cleaning detergents.
• (v) When moving this equipment, it should be placed in its original carton and packaging. This will reduce the risk of damage during transit.
• (vi) Do not expose this unit to water or heat.
• (vii) Do not use cleaning products or lubricants on the controls or switches.

Precautions

Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock, short-circuiting, damages, fire, or other hazards.

• Read Instructions: All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
• Retain Instructions: The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
• Heed Warnings: All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
• Follow Instructions: All operating and use instructions should be followed.
• Cleaning: The product should be cleaned only with a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never clean with furniture wax, benzene, insecticides or other volatile liquids since they may corrode the cabinet.
• Water And Moisture: Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or Laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
• Do Not Open: Do not open the device or attempt to disassemble the internal parts or modify them in any way. The device contains no user-serviceable parts. If it should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by qualified GEMINI service personnel.
• Replacement Parts: When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
• Location: Before moving the device, remove all connected cables. Do not use the speaker's handles for suspended installation. Doing so can result in damage or injury. Do not expose the device to excessive dust or vibrations, or extreme cold or heat (such as in direct sunlight, near a heater) to prevent the possibility of panel disfiguration or damage to the internal components. Do not place the device in an unstable position where it may accidentally fall over.
• Connections: Before connecting the device to other devices, turn off the power for all devices. Before turning the power on or off for all devices, set all volume levels to minimum.

Panel

Description of the speaker panel controls:

Remote Control

Description of the remote control functions:

Bluetooth Pair and Connect

Instructions for pairing devices via Bluetooth:

• Turn off any Bluetooth devices previously paired (linked) with this unit.
• Turn on the Bluetooth features on your phone or music player.
• Turn on and set this unit to Bluetooth mode. The flashing blue light BT on the LED display indicates it is in pairing mode.
• Set your phone or music player to search for Bluetooth devices.
• Select GEMINI GLS-550/GEMINI GLS-880 from search results on your phone or music player.
• Select OK or YES to pair this unit with your phone or music player.
• If protected, enter 0000 for pass key. A steady blue light indicates successful connection.

TWS (True Wireless Stereo) Mode

If you purchased 2 GLS Series speakers, you can connect them wirelessly using Bluetooth to create a stereo pair. This is done via TWS function. Please note that TWS function will only work if you have 2 GLS Series speakers.

To connect 2 GLS Series speakers, first make sure that both speakers are turned on, then choose Bluetooth mode. On the speaker you intend to use your "master" speaker, press the button print "TWS" for 2 seconds and "t on " will be displayed. Then go to the other speaker and press "TWS" button. When the master speaker display light is " bL " or you will begin to hear the other speaker emit a tone, the TWS is established. Press "||/TWS" key on speaker unit for 2 seconds and it will turn off TWS features after shows "E OF " on display.

Battery

In AC (power) mode the battery will automatically charge. A slow red flashing light indicates that the battery is charging. When fully charged a green light will be displayed.

In DC (battery) mode a green light indicates that the battery level is full. If the battery level is low a red light will be displayed. This indicates that the battery must immediately be charged or the speaker will turn off. You can check the battery's charge though " " on the display.

Specifications

Frequency Response: 30Hz-20KHz

Power Source: 100-240V~, 50/60Hz

Power Consumption: 80W (GLS-550)

Power Consumption: 100W (GLS-880)

Due to continuous product development specifications and functions may be changed without prior notice.

Warranty and Repair

All Gemini products are designed and manufactured to the highest standards in the industry. With proper care and maintenance, your product will provide years of reliable service.

Limited Warranty

• a. GEMINI guarantees its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one (1) year from the original purchase date.
• b. This limited warranty does not cover damage or failure caused by abuse, misuse, abnormal use, faulty installation, improper maintenance or any repairs other than those provided by an authorized Gemini Service Center.
• c. There are no obligations of liability on the part of GEMINI for consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the use or performance of the product or other indirect damages with respect to loss of property, revenues, of profit, or costs of removal, installation, or reinstallation. All implied warranties for GEMINI, including implied warranties for fitness, are limited in duration to one (1) year from the original date of purchase, unless otherwise mandated by local statutes.

Return/Repair

• a. Please call Gemini customer service at 732-346-0061 for a Return Authorization Number (RMA) and the address of an authorized service center.
• b. After receiving an RMA, include a copy of the original sales receipt, with defective product and a description of the defect. Send by insured freight to Gemini, using the address provided by customer service. Your RMA must be written on the outside of the package.
• c. Service covered under warranty will be paid for by Gemini and returned to you. For non-warrantied products, Gemini will repair your unit after payment is received. Repair charges do not include return freight.
• d. For warranty service, you pay for shipping to Gemini; Gemini pays for return shipping within the continental United States. Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Canada, Bahamas, and the Virgin Islands will be charged for freight.
• e. Please allow 2-3 weeks for return of your product. Gemini aims for no more than 10 working days for repairs. Gemini is not responsible for shipping times.

Legality & Safety

The device is not intended for use by people (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacity. People who have not read the manual, unless they have received an explanation by someone responsible for their safety, should not use this unit.

Children should be monitored to ensure that they do not play with the device. The device should always be readily accessible.

The device should not be exposed to water. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the device. Always leave a minimum distance of 10 cm around the unit to ensure sufficient ventilation. Open flame sources, such as candles, should not be placed on top of the device.

The device is intended for use only in a temperate climate. At full volume, prolonged listening may damage your hearing and cause temporary or permanent deafness, hearing drone, tinnitus, or hyperacusis. Listening at high volume is not recommended. One hour per day is not recommended either.

Switch the device off where the use of the device is not allowed or where there is a risk of causing interference or danger - for examples: on an aircraft, or near medical equipment, fuel, chemicals or blasting sites. Check the current laws and regulations regarding the use of this device in the areas where you drive. Do not handle the device when driving. Concentrate fully on driving.

All wireless devices are susceptible to interference which may affect their performance. All Gemini devices conform to international/national standards and regulations, and aim to limit user exposure to electromagnetic fields. Only qualified people are authorized to install or repair this product. Only use batteries, chargers and other accessories which are compatible with this equipment. Do not connect incompatible products. This equipment is not waterproof. Keep it dry. Keep your device in a safe place, out of the reach of young children. The device contains small parts which may present a choking hazard to kids.

Declaration of Conformity

Safety And EMC Compliance Specifications: The purpose of the statement described above is consistent with applicable union harmonization legislation: RED 2014/53/EU, Safety, Article 3, section 1.a, EN 62368-1:2014+A11:2017, EN 62479: 2010, EMC Article 3, section 1.b and Radiofrequency Article 3, section 2, EN 55032:2015, EN 61000-3-2:2014, EN 61000-3-2:2013, EN 55035:2017, EN 300328 V2.2.2 (2019-07), EN 301 489-1 V2.2.3 (2019-11), EN 301 489-17 V3.1.1 (2017-02), ROHS 2011/65/EU.

FCC Compliance Statement: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. The operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and then on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to a different outlet so that the equipment and receiver are on different branch circuits.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC ID: 2AE6G-GLS880

Contact and Support

If you experience problems with this unit, call 732-346-0061 for Gemini customer service. Do not attempt to return this equipment to your dealer.

Parts of the design of this product may be protected by worldwide patents. Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of the vendor. Gemini shall not be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever arising from the use of information or any error contained in this manual. No part of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, recommended that all maintenance and service on this product is performed by Gemini or its authorized agents. Gemini will not accept liability for loss or damage caused by maintenance or repair performed by unauthorized personnel.

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