ifi Gemini Dual Headed Audiophile Grade 0.7m USB Audio Cable Instruction Manual

ifi Gemini Dual Headed Audiophile Grade 0.7m USB Audio Cable

Product Information

Specifications

• Product Name: Gemini
• Length: 1.5m
• Weight: 240g (0.53 lbs)
• Supported Audio Format: 24Bit/192khz and higher
• Connector Type: USB A Audio, USB A Power, USBB

Product Usage Instructions

USB A Audio( ) connector
This connector is used to transmit USB audio data. Connect it to a USB port on your computer.

USB A Power( ) connector
This connector is used to transmit USB power. Connect it to a USB port on your computer.

Tip: For maximum performance, it is recommended to use the iFi iUSB Power. Connect the Audio connector ( ) to the USB output port labeled [label] , and connect the Power connector ( ) to the USB output port labeled [label].

USB connector
Connect this connector to the input of the USB DAC/Sound card/Interface card, etc.

Tip: The Gemini USB cable features the all-new machined iFi FINAL USB connector, made of aluminum alloy. This design provides additional shielding and rigidity, resulting in improved USB cable performance.

RF Silencers

• The Gemini Dual-Headed USB cable includes 3 sets of RF Silencers to address the pickup and radiation of radio frequencies that can negatively impact sonic performance.

• The two Silencers at each end of the cable should be located as close to their respective USB connector as possible.
  Note: The custom-designed metal oxide ceramic RF Silencers offer different permeabilities, making them incredibly effective over the widest frequency range

• Feel free to adjust the 3rd RF Silencer (Center RF Silencer) by sliding it along the cable. Different setups may require different adjustments to attain optimal sonic performance.

Tip: To start with, set the 3rd RF Silencer to the ‘Golden Ratio’ with the shorter section closer to the USB ‘B’ connector (item 3 above).

Warranty
To activate the warranty for your iFi product, you must register with the iFi website. Please provide the following information:

• Component: [Component]
• Serial no: [Serial Number]

iFi guarantees that this product shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship for 1 year for parts and labor. The warranty period begins at the date of retail sale by an authorized iFi distributor/dealer and is subject to the terms and conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• How long is the Gemini USB cable?
  The Gemini USB cable is 1.5 meters long.

• What is the weight of the Gemini USB cable?
  The Gemini USB cable weighs 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

• What audio format does the Gemini USB cable support?
  The Gemini USB cable supports audio formats up to 24Bit/192khz and higher.

• How should I connect the Gemini USB cable for maximum performance?
  For maximum performance, it is recommended to use the iFi iUSB Power. Connect the Audio connector ( ) to the USB output port labeled [label], and connect the Power connector ( ) to the USB output port labeled [label].

• How should I adjust the 3rd RF Silencer on the Gemini USB cable?
  You can adjust the 3rd RF Silencer by sliding it along the cable. Different setups may require different adjustments to attain optimal sonic performance. To start with, set the 3rd RF Silencer to the ‘Golden Ratio’ with the shorter section closer to the USB ‘B’ connector (item 3 above).

USB “A” Audio( ) connector

• This transmits the USB audio data. Connect it to a USB port on the computer.

USB “A” Power( ) connector

• This transmits the USB power. Connect it to a USB port on the computer.

Tip : For maximum performance, use the iFi iUSB Power; connect the Audio connector ( ) to the USB output port labeled”   + connect the Power connector( ) to the USB output port labeled “ “.

USB“B” connector

• Connect this to the input of the USB DAC/Sound card/Interface card etc.

Tip : The Gemini USB cable uses the all-new machined iFi FINAL USB connector. Made of aluminum alloy, the additional shielding and rigidity have taken the USB cable design to a whole new level.

RF Silencers – Fixed

• All USB cables due to their inherent nature inevitably pick up AND radiate radio frequencies that negatively impact the sonic performance.
• On the Gemini Dual-Headed USB cable, to address this, there are 3 sets of RF Silencers. The two Silencers at each end are most effectively located as close to their respective USB connector as possible.

Note : The custom-designed metal oxide ceramic RF Silencers offer different permeabilities. Compared to generic filters this atypical approach is incredibly effective; over the widest frequency range.

Centre RF Silencer

• Feel free to adjust this 3 Rrd F Silencer by sliding it along the cable as different setups may require different adjustments to attain the optimal sonic performance.

Tip : To start with, set these 3 Rd F Silencers to the ‘Golden Ratio’, with the shorter section closer to the USB ‘B’ connector (item 3 above).

Specifications

• Compatible with High-Speed USB 2.0 (24Bit/192khz and higher supported)
• Lengths/Weights: 0.7m / 220g (0.49 lbs) 1.5m / 240g (0.53 lbs)
• Warranty period: 12 months

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warranty

• To activate the warranty for this iFi product, you must register with the iFi website.

Component :
Serial no:

Terms & Conditions

iFi guarantees that this iFi product shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship for 1 year for parts and labor.
The warranty period begins at the date of retail sale by an authorized iFi distributor/dealer and is subject to the following requirements and understandings:

• It is the responsibility of the buyer within 30 days from the original sale, to register and activate the product warranty with the iFi website.
• The original invoice must be produced for authentication before any warranty claim.
• The iFi product must not have been modified in any manner whatsoever, or the warranty will immediately become void.
• The iFi warranty is only valid in the country of the original sale.
• The product must not have been stored in a humid environment; nor subjected to weather, water, or saltwater spray.
• iFi shall not, under any circumstances, be liable for any incidental or consequential damages arising from the loss of property or other damage or losses due to the failure of an iFi product. iFi is not liable for loss of use or inconvenience caused by the failure of an iFi product. iFi is not liable for damage caused to other audio components because of the failure of an iFi product.
• During the warranty period, iFi will repair the product to working order, or, at iFi’s option, replace the defective module with a similar available product.
• All repairs performed after the expiry of the warranty period will be charged to the owner and will carry a 180-day warranty on parts and labor. The customer is responsible for shipping the unit to the iFi distributor in the original packaging. This includes the payment of any shipping charges and related taxes.
• Should any warranty issues arise, the decision of iFi is full and final.

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References

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