EarthQuake MiNi D1000.4, MiNi D1500.2, MiNi D3000.4 Installation Manual

1000 WATT CLASS D AMPLIFIER

MiNi D1000.4

MiNi D

1

000.4

BOOST

X-OVER

REAR

REAR

FRONT

FRONT

POWER

FREQ

GAIN

R

L

R

L

40Hz

400Hz

MIN

0dB

12dB

X-OVER

BOOST

0dB

12dB

LPF

LPF

HPF

HPF

FLAT

FLA

T

MAX

FREQ

40Hz

400Hz

GAIN

MIN

MAX

IN

IN

1500 WATT CLASS D AMPLIFIER

MiNi D1500.2

MiNi D

1
5

00.2

INPUT

OUTPUT

LEVEL

SUBSONIC

10V

15Hz

AUTO ON

REMOTE ON

RESET

0.2V

30Hz

X-OVER

20Hz

LPF

HPF

FLA

T

500Hz

R

R

L

L

3000 WATT CLASS D AMPLIFIER

MiNi D3000.4

MiNi

D3000.4

MiNi D1500.2

1000 WATT CLASS D AMPLIFIER

MiNi D1000.4

MiNi D

1

000.4

BOOST

X-OVER

REAR

REAR

FRONT

FRONT

POWER

FREQ

GAIN

R

L

R

L

40Hz

400Hz

MIN

0dB

12dB

X-OVER

BOOST

0dB

12dB

LPF

LPF

HPF

HPF

FLAT

FLAT

MAX

FREQ

40Hz

400Hz

GAIN

MIN

MAX

IN

IN

MiNi D1000.4

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MiNi D Stereo Amplifiers

INSTALLATION MANUAL

The Sound That Will Move You

The Sound That Will Move You

FUSE

+

+

+

+

GND

REM

+12V

BRIDGED

RR RL

FLFR

(4-Ohms)

MiNi D

1000.4

BOOST

X-OVER

REAR

REAR

FRONT

FRONT

POWER

FREQ

GAIN

RLR

L

40Hz 400Hz

MIN

0dB

12dB

X-OVER

BOOST

0dB

12dB

LPF

LPF

HPF

HPF

FLATFLAT

MAX

FREQ

40Hz 400Hz

GAIN

MIN MAX

IN IN

FLAT

MiNi D

1500.2

INPUT

OUTPUT

LEVEL

SUBSONIC

10V 15Hz

AUTO ON REMOTE ON

RESET

0.2V 30Hz

X-OVER

20Hz

LPF HPF

FLAT 500Hz

R

R

L L

PWR

PROT

SPEAKER

FUSE

GND REM

+12V

– BRIDGE +

– L + – R +

. . . . . .

. . . . . .

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Specifications are subject to change without notice

Thank you for choosing Earthquake Sound’s line of MiNi D amplifiers, the best way
to enhance your factory mobile audio system. With proper installation and
responsible listening, your amplifier(s) will give you years of near perfect sound
reproduction.

We strongly recommend you to have your new amplifier(s) installed by an
authorized Earthquake Sound dealer. Installation professionals employed by your
dealer have the correct tools and knowledge to install your amplifier(s) neatly and
successfully. Also, when your new products are installed by an authorized dealer,
your products will include a ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY. If you choose to
perform your own installation, your warranty will be subject to further limitations.
Dealer policies on handling warranty requests may vary from one dealer to the next.

Please read the warranty information (located at the end of this booklet) in its
entirety and use good judgement when making these vital decisions.

THANK YOUTABLE OF CONTENTS

Cautions and Advisories .....................................

Our Thank You.....................................................

Features and Functions......................................

Signal Sensing - Auto On/Remote On................

Wiring Preparation..............................................

Wiring Configurations.........................................

Specifications.....................................................

One (1) Year Warranty Guidelines........................

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CAUTION:

Earthquake amplifiers are capable of generating high sound pressure levels. You

should exercise caution when operating these amplifier systems. Long term
exposures to high levels of sound pressure will cause permanent damage to your hearing. Sound
pressure levels exceeding 85dB can be dangerous with constant exposure. Set your audio system
to a comfortable loudness level. Earthquake Sound Corporation does not assume liability for
damages resulting from the direct use of Earthquake amplifiers or other Earthquake products and
urges users to play their music at moderate listening levels.

DURATION PER DAY (HOURS)

8
6
4
3
2
1 - 1 1/2
1
1/2
1/4 OR LESS

SOUND LEVEL dBA

90
92
95
97
100
102
105
110
115

TH IS CH AR T S HOW S TH E U. S.
GO VER NM EN T’S O CCU PATI O NAL
SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
(OSHA) REGULATIONS WHICH WERE IN
EF F ECT AT TH E T I ME OF TH I S
PU BLI CATI ON F OR PE RMISS I BL E
NOISE EXPOSURE, PER 29CFR1910.95,
TABLE G-16

PWR

PROT

FUSE

. . . . . .

. . . . . .

GND

REM

+12V

+ BRIDGE –

+

+

RL RR

+

+

FRFL

4

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MiNi FUNCTIONS AND FEATURESD Stereo AmpsMiNi FUNCTIONS AND FEATURESD Stereo Amps

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PWR

PROT

SPEAKER

FUSE

GND REM

+12V

– BRIDGE +

– L + – R +

. . . . . .

. . . . . .

PWR

PROT

FUSE

. . . . . .

. . . . . .

GND

REM

+12V

+ BRIDGE –

+

+

RL RR

+

+

FRFL

FUSE

+

+

+

+

GND

REM

+12V

BRIDGED

RR RL

FLFR

(4-Ohms)

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MiNi D

1000.4

BOOST

X-OVER

REAR

REAR

FRONT

FRONT

POWER

FREQ

GAIN

RLR

L

40Hz 400Hz

MIN

0dB

12dB

X-OVER

BOOST

0dB

12dB

LPF

LPF

HPF

HPF

FLATFLAT

MAX

FREQ

40Hz 400Hz

GAIN

MIN MAX

IN IN

FLAT

MiNi D

1500.2

INPUT

OUTPUT

LEVEL

SUBSONIC

10V 15Hz

AUTO ON REMOTE ON

RESET

0.2V 30Hz

X-OVER

20Hz

LPF HPF

FLAT 500Hz

R

R

L L

9

7

8

6

5

2

3

3 3

4

4

1

1

5

2

6

4

9

3

POWER LED: When lit up, the amplifier is functioning properly.

GAIN CONTROL: Available only on the D1000.4, set based on the head unit’s

output voltage. Note, this is not a volume control. Always start at the MIN
and slowly increase the gain. Stop as soon as distortion is heard then lower
the gain until the distortion disappear and only clear sound is produced.

RCA INPUT: Low level input of the D1000.4 is 0.2V to 5V RMS while the

D1500.2 & D3000.4 is 0.2V to 10V RMS. Be sure to use a HIGH LOW

LEVEL adaptor if the head unit has only speaker output.

XOVER SWITCH & FREQUENCY ADJUST: Used to adjust the boosted center

frequency.

BASS BOOST: Available only on the D1000.4, used to add 0 - 12dB to the

chosen center frequency.

LINE LEVEL CONTROL: Available only on the D1500.2 & D3000.4 with a

range of 0.2V to 10V RMS.

SUBSONIC FILTER: Available only on the D1500.2 & D3000.4, used to protect

the speakers from harmful low frequencies and DC Voltage. Note that the
subsonic filter only takes effect when the amplifier is in full range mode.

SIGNAL SENSING SWITCH: Available only on the D1500.2 & D3000.4.

Please refer to page 6-7 for the explanation of this feature.

RCA OUTPUT: Available only on the D1500.2.

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15

SPEAKER CONNECTION: Each amplifier has bridgeable speaker outputs.

Note that the minimum impedance in bridged mode is 4-Ohm.

GROUND TERMINAL: Connect to vehicle’s chassis/ground using a short 4

gauge cable (2 feet maximum in length).

REMOTE TERMINAL: Connect remote cable to the head unit’s remote

terminal. If multiple amplifiers are installed in the same system, additional
relays may be necessary.

+12V BATTERY TERMINAL: Connect to battery positive (+) using a 4 gauge

cable.

FUSES: Used as an added protection from damaging excessive current. Be

sure to use the proper fuse rating in your installation (see page 12).

PROTECTION LED: Available only on the D1500.2 & D3000.4. When lit up

upon powering on, the amplifier may be in self-test mode. If this LED stays
on, shut down the amplifier and locate what may have triggered the amplifier
to protection mode. If problem persists, call or e-mail our technical support
team for further assistance.

NOTE: Be sure to follow the wiring preparations/guidelines as listed on the next

page to ensure proper installation.

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