Gemini 2 - User Manual

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Gemini 2 Quick Start Guide
This guide will help you get started with your Gemini 2 Controller.
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Installing Gemini 2
Mount the Gemini 2 to the tripod by bolting it to the two ears on the tripod using the supplied
thumbscrews
Connect the Motor cables using the 6 pin DIN Cables. Make sure you connect the RA motor (short
cable) to the RA connector and the DEC motor (long cable) to the DEC connector on the Gemini 2 unit.
Connect the Hand Controller to the port labeled HC
The power connection is on the right side of the Gemini 2. Power takes 12-18v DC min 2amp
**When you are ready to use the Gemini 2; before you power on the Gemini 2 be sure the RA Axis is
set to pointing at Polaris, your Telescope Optical tube is pointing to Polaris, and the Counter Weight
Shaft is in the down position (This is known as counterweight down position, starting position, and
also CWD).

Gemini 2 Specifications

General

Type	DJ Controller
Manufacturer	Gemini
Number of Decks	2
Connection	USB
Outputs	RCA, Headphone
Compatibility	Mac and PC
Buttons	Performance Pads, Play/Pause, Cue, Sync, Loop Controls, EQ Knobs, Filter Knobs, Volume Faders, Crossfader

Summary

Gemini 2 YouTube Resources

Installing the Gemini 2 Mount

Initial Setup and Configuration

Power On and Touchscreen Calibration

Describes the boot sequence and the option to recalibrate the touchscreen if needed.

Mount Type Selection and Location Input

Guides on selecting the correct mount type and entering location via manual input or GPS.

Date and Time Entry

Instructions for accurately setting the date and time in MM/DD/YY and 24-hour format.

Alignment and Object Slewing

Navigating Setup and Main Screens

Details on using back buttons, accessing the main screen, and initiating GoTo functions.

Selecting and Centering Celestial Objects

Process for choosing objects from a catalog and centering them for alignment.

Performing One-Star Alignment

Step-by-step guide to executing a one-star alignment for improved GoTo accuracy.