EarthQuake T-500W-2 User Manual

TNT Series Amplifiers

Owners Manual

MODELS:

T500W/2

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Earthquake Sound Corporation • 2727 McCone Avenue Hayward CA, 94545 • Tel 510-732-1000

T1000W/2 T2000W/4

T2000WD/1

TD5X

Sound That Will Move You.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

Signal Sensing Feature..................................................................

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

Adjustments and Installation:

T500W/2 (2-Channel Class A/B)...............................................

T1000W/2 (2-Channel Class A/B).............................................

T2000W/4 (4-Channel Class A/B).............................................

T2000WD/1 (Mono Class D).....................................................

TD5X (Full Range + Mono Class D).........................................

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6 - 7 8 - 9 10 - 11 12 - 13 14 - 15

SIGNAL SENSING FEATURE - AUTO ON/REMOTE ON

This TNT amplifier features the new, improved and more powerful circuitry. Better yet, Earthquake Sound has added a special AUTO SIGNAL SENSING Feature which allows installers to turn on the amplifier without using the remote wire.

By simply connecting the RCA or Speaker level inputs to the amplifier, it will turn on automatically when it senses an audio signal. This feature makes upgrading the sound system in many of the latest model vehicles easier for installers as it eliminates the need to connect a remote turn on wire to the amplifier.

Before you proceed, please note the following:

This feature may not be compatible with all latest model vehicles.

If your vehicle is going to be parked for over 4 weeks, then you should disconnect the

main fuse of the amplifier.

Be sure to follow the connection instructions and illustrations below.

THANK YOU

Thank you for choosing Earthquake Sound’s line of TNT amplifier: the best way to 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 product will include a FIVE (5) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY. If you choose to perform your own installation, your warranty will be subject to limitations. Dealer policies on handling warranty requests may vary from one dealer to the next.

Please read the warranty information in its entirety and use good judgment when making these vital decisions.

CAUTION:

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.

SOUND LEVEL DBA

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Earthquake Amplifiers are capable of generating high sound pressure levels. You should exercise caution when operating these amplifier systems. Long term exposures to high

90 92 95

100 102 105 110 115

DURATION IN HOURS

8 6

4 3 2 1 - 1 1/2

1 1/2 1/4 or less

THE CHART (ON THE SIDE) SHOWS THE U.S. GOVERNMENTS OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HE A LTH AD M IN I ST R ATIO N (O SHA ) REGULATIONS WHICH WERE IN EFFECT AT THE TIME OF THIS PUBLICATION FOR PERMISSIBLE NOISE EXPOSURE, PER 29CFR1910.95, TABLE G-16.

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The proper power and remote wire connection when using the AUTO SIGNAL SENSING is illustrated below.

POWER

REM

GND

(–)

16-gauge

DO NOT connect the remote wire to the head unit as this will damage your sound system.

NOTE: RCA outputs must be inserted in CH1/2 for the amplifier to detect any incoming

signal.

BAT

(+)

AUTO ON

When the switch is on AUTO ON, the amplifier will automatically detect an incoming signal when the stereo is turned on. If the amplifier does not detect any signal after 20 minutes, the amplifier will automatically turn off.

POWER

REM

GND

(–)

4-gauge

to battery

to head unit

RESET

In case the system goes into protection, simply turn off the audio source, lower the volume and slide the switch to RESET then back to AUTO ON position.

REMOTE ON

When the switch is on REMOTE ON, the amplifier relies on the remote wire to detect the signal and turn the amplifier on or off.

16-gauge

BAT

(+)

4-gauge

to battery

SPECIFICATIONS

Model

T500W/2

T1000W/2

T2000W/4

T2000WD/1

TD5X

Class

A/B

A/BDD

Number of Channels

224

1 Mono

4 Full Range + 1 Mono

Max Power Output

800 Watts

1400 Watts

2000 Watts

3000 Watts

Max Power 4-Ohm Bridged

1 x 400

1 x 700

2 x 250

1 x 1000 @ 2Ω

2 x 100 @ 4Ω + 1 x 300 @ 4Ω

Max Power 4-Ohm Stereo

2 x 150

2 x 300

4 x 100

1 x 600 @ 4Ω

4 x 100 @ 4Ω^ + 1 x 600 @ 2Ω

THD @ 4-Ohm THD @ 2-Ohm

> 0.01% > 0.05%

> 0.01% > 0.016%

Channel Separation

> 60 dB

Crossover Frequency, LPF Crossover Frequency, HPF Crossover Frequency, SUB

50 - 250 Hz 50 - 250 Hz N/A

N/A N/A 50 - 300 Hz

40 - 400 Hz 40 - 400 Hz 40 - 160 Hz

Bass Boost

0 - 18 dB

0 - 10 dB

N/A

Fuse

1 x 30 Amp

2 x 25 Amp

2 x 20 Amp

2 x 30 Amp

3 x 25 Amp Signal-to-Noise Ratio

95 dB Below Rated Power

Dimensions (H x W x D)

2-1/4” x 9-3/4” x 9”

2-1/4” x 9-3/4” x 13-5/16”

2-1/4” x 9-3/4” x 13-3/8”

2-1/4” x 9-3/4” x 11”

2-1/4” x 9-3/4” x 16-3/8”

Net Weight

4.25 lbs

6.4 lbs

6.5 lbs

6 lbs

9 lbs

* Dimensions include plugs, terminals and mounting feet. ^ Minimum impedance is 4Ω.

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Please refer to the warranty guidelines provided with the amplifier. It is recommended that you keep a copy of your sales receipt and note your serial number here for future reference.

SERIAL NUMBER

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