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MODELS:
IQ-52W
&
IQ-52B
Enhanced 2.1
Media Player
Surround Sound
OWNER’S MANUAL
Sound That Will Move You
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Table of Contents
Precautions/What’s in the Box.....................................................................................3-5
General Safety Precautions.........................................................................................4-5
Speaker Features............................................................................................................6
Amplifier Features...........................................................................................................7
Amplifier Overview..........................................................................................................8
Remote Features/Overview.............................................................................................9
Installation.................................................................................................................10-11
Compatibility..................................................................................................................12
F.A.Q. ...........................................................................................................................12
Specifications................................................................................................................13
Warranty...................................................................................................................14-15
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Introduction
We would like to thank you for choosing our IQ-52 Product.
Precaution
For your security and for the correct implementation of this product, please read the
safety precautions on inside cover pages 4-5.
Caution, if you want to reduce the risk of being electrocuted, do not remove the rear
panel on this product. Please contact your retailer or a qualified technician for any
maintenance that needs to be carried out.
When the volume is high, this system can produce noise levels that could permanently
damage your hearing.
What’s in the Box?
Your IQ-52 box contains:
§Two IQ-52 speakers (Left and Right)
§Left Speaker: Has a built-in amplifier, Volume control, Aux AC Output, S-video
Output, USB Sync Connector, Input mode select, iPod® , Universal Dock Adapters,
auxiliary stereo input, main RCA stereo input and right channel signal output.
Right Speaker: Audio connection from left speaker on back.
§One 1/8stereo mini jack-to-RCA audio cable for use with the main inputs.
§3 meter, 1/4TS to 1/4TS speaker cable to send right channel audio to the right
speaker.
§1.5 meter S-Video cable
§1.2 meter USB cable.
§AC power cable.
§Universal Dock Adaptor compatible or iPod: 4pcs.
§Remote Control.
§Foam pad feet for speakers.
§Owner’s Manual
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Safety Precautions
Thank You
Thank you for purchasing this digital appliance. To ensure perfect operation and security,
please read the manual carefully and retain it for future reference.
Safety Precautions
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol in an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of noninsulated “dangerous voltage” inside the appliance that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying
the product.
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Safety Precautions
Important Safety Instructions
Read these instructions.
Retain these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this appliance near water.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
Do not block any of the ventilation openings that were installed in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has
two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided
for your safety. If the plug provided does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician to
ensure replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where it exits from the appliance.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or
sold with the appliance. If using a cart, be careful when moving the cart/appliance
combination to avoid injury from tip-over (Figure 1).
Unplug this appliance during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
appliance has been damaged in any way, for example, the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen inside the appliance, the
appliance has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain
or moisture.
CAUTION: The appliance should not be exposed to drips or splashes of water. Objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on the appliance.
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IQ-52 Speaker Features
Front Panel Features
iPod® Universal Dock Adapters: Plays
& Charges an iPod®
Tweeter: 1” Magnetically Shielded Natural
Silk Dome
LED: Indicates whether the speakers
(amplifier) power is on or off.
Infrared Receiver: Receives signals from
the remote control
Woofer: Magnetically shielded 5-1/4”
woofer with carbon fiber cone .
Enclosure: Like the other components,
the IQ-52’s enclosure has an important
role in shaping the overall sonic response.
In orde r t o provi d e more sta b le
performance, the IQ-52’s enclosure
employs a special high acoustic efficiency
MDF and unique interior reinforcement
designed to absorb vibration and impact
generated under extreme conditions. The
exterior of the enclosure is finished with
multi-layers of Glossy Lacquer paint.
(white or black)
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IQ-52 Amplifier Features
Rear Panel Features
Input Mode: iPod®, RCA, AUX mode select button.
USB: To sync your iPod® with your computer.
S-Video: A standard 4-pin S-Video cable connector.
RCA Input: Used to connect signals from unbalance, -10dBv devices. The white
connector is for the Left input and the red connector is for the Right input.
AUX Input: For maximum flexibility, we have included a stereo “Aux in” input allowing
a secondary audio source (such as your portable music player, computer, etc.).
Volume control: Use the volume control to set the output sound pressure from the IQ-
52 system to proper levels as required.
Vent Port: This port extends the reproduction of very low frequencies.
1/4” TS Output: Use 3 meter, speaker cable included in the IQ-52 package to connect
the left and right speakers via the 1/4” TS jacks on the back of each speaker.
Power Switch: This Switch turns the device on and off, The on position is indicated
with the marking “•” (a white dot).
Power Receptacle with Fuse Holder: Accepts a detachable 3-circuit line cord in
order to power the device. Holds the external main fuse; 110V = 2A, 220V=1A.
Aux AC Output: Power outlet for AirPort Express® or wireless repeater devices.
SUB Out: Supply signal below 80Hz Low Frequency for subwoofer.
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IQ-52 Amplifier Overview
Push button to select
the following inputs:
iPod®, RCA, AUX mode
select button. For
switching between TV,
iPod®, computer, game
system etc.
Manual
volume control
to adjust the
right and left
speaker volume
up or down.
RCA Input for
connection
signals from
your TV,
Computer etc.
AUX Input for
maximum
flexibility. We
included a
stereo AUX
Input to allow a
secondary
audio source,
such as your
portable device
or computer.
AirPort
Express® bass
station plug in.
Easily create a
wireless
network at
home. Enjoy
your music
libraries in
virtually any
room of your
house.
The SUB OUT
connection is for
upgrading your bass
with a subwoofer, such
as the MiniMe-P8.
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computer
S-VIDEO
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OUTPUT
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SPEAKER
POWER
ON OFF
100 -120V AC 6 0Hz T2A L 250 V
220 -240V AC 5 0Hz T1A L 250 V
AC Se lect
S-Video connects to
your TV so that you can
play videos from your
portable media device.
In order to
hear volume
from both
speakers you
need to connect
to the other
speaker’s back
plate using the
provided 1/4”
TS output.
Manual
ON/OFF switch.
ON is indicated
by the white
dot.
Power
connection with
fuse holder.
Accepts
standard threeprong line cord.
110V = 2A
220V = 1A
AC Select is
used to match
your speakers
with the voltage
of your home.
This is usually
used for folks
who live in
countries other
than the US.
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IQ-52 Remote Overview
Remote Control Features
BACK LIGHT: Press to turn on iPod back
light for 30 seconds
MUTE: Press to change between mute
and mute off.
REPEAT: Press to change iPod repeat
status as follows: repeat off repeat one
track repeat all track repeat off.
VOL UP: Press “+” to increase the
volume.
SHUFFLE: Press to change iPod shuffle
status as follows: shuffle off shuffle track
shuffle album shuffle off
REW/PREVIOUS: Press to play previous
track. Press and hold this key to scan the
track backward.
PLAY/PAUSE: When iPod is on, press
this key to change the play status
between play or pause. When iPod is on,
press and hold for 2 seconds to power off
iPod When iPod is off, press this key to
power on iPod
FF/NEXT: Press to play next track, Press
and hold to scan forward through the
track.
MENU: Works as your iPod Menu button.
VOL DOWN: Press to decrease the
volume.
MENU UP: Works as your iPod Menu Up
button.
ENTER: Works as your iPod Enter
button.
MENU DOWN: Works as your iPod
Menu Down button.
iPod: Press to select iPod Input.
RCA: Press to select RCA Input.
AUX: Press to select Aux Input.
Battery Size: 3V
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Installation
For optimal performance of the IQ-52, please read the following directions carefully
before installation.
Precautions
Connections: Connect the RCA outputs of your IQ-52 to the corresponding computer
sound card, portable music player, or other audio device. We recommend that you use
the supplied cables (or cables of equal or higher quality) for all connections. Be sure
that the IQ-52 is powered off before making any connections.
Correct Power Operation: Since the IQ-52 contains amplifiers, it must be connected to
a power outlet using the detachable AC cable that is provided. Before connecting
power, please make sure that the On/Off switch to the off position.
WARNING! – Use of improper Voltage may result in hazardous conditions and/or
damage to speaker components not covered by speaker warranty.
Speaker Wire Connections
Use 3 meter 1/4” TS to 1/4” TS speaker cable included in the IQ-52 package to
connect the left and right speakers via the 1/4” TS jacks on the back of each speaker.
Connecting to a Computer Sound Card or Other Audio Output Device
Before connecting the IQ-52 Powered Speaker System, make sure the power from the
computer or other output device has been turned off and the IQ-52 system is also
turned off.
Plug the RCA cable to the corresponding output connectors of a computer sound card,
portable music player, etc. You can also use the 1/8” stereo mini cable to connect a
secondary audio device to the AUX input.
Connecting to iPod®
iPod® Universal Dock Adapters: Plays & Charges for your iPod®
Universal Dock Adaptor compatible for iPod®s: 4pcs, the number (8-11)
I. 8#. iPod nano® 2GB 4GB
II. 9#. iPod® with video 30GB
III. 10#. iPod® with video 60GB 80GB
IV. 11#. New iPod nano® 2GB 4GB 8GB
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Installation
Aux AC Outlet connecting to AirPort Express® and iTunes®
- Plug one end of the short 1/8” audio cable into your AirPort Express® audio
output.
- Plug AirPort Express® into the Aux AC Outlet on the left speaker rear panel.
- Plug the other end of the 1/8” audio cable into the Aux in jack in rear of left speaks.
- To ensure optimum sound quality, simply connect it to an AirPort Express® with a
digital optical audio cable. The music is then sent from iTunes® on your computer
over the network to the iPod® Hi-Fi using only digital signals. Control your music
from the computer in your den, but enjoy the sounds anywhere else in the house.
NOTE:
AirPort Express® Assistant is not compatible with Windows 2000. To setup
AirPort Express® from a Windows 2000 computer, you must use AirPort® Admin
Utility for Windows version 4.0 or later.
AirPort Express® uses the 802.11g wireless standard. Accessing the wireless
network requires an AirPort® or AirPort Extreme® enabled computer or Wi-Ficertified 802.11b or 802.11g computer. Achieving data rates of 54 Mbps requires that
all users have an AirPort Extreme® or Wi-Fi-certified 802.11g enabled computer and
connect to an AirPort Express® Base Station. If a user of a Wi-Fi-certified 802.11b
product joins the network, that user will get up to 11 Mbps and AirPort Extreme and WiFi-certified 802.11g users will get less than 54 Mbps. Actual speed will vary based on
range, connection rate, site conditions, size of network, and other factors.
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Compatibility
Compatible With and Designed For:
iPod 10GB, 15GB, 20GB
iPod® 30GB, 40GB
iPod mini®: 4GB, 6GB
iPod® 20GB, U2 Special Edition
iPod® with color display: 20GB, 30GB, U2 Special Edition
iPod® with color display: 40GB, 60GB
iPod® nano 2GB, 4GB
iPod® with video: 30GB
iPod® with video: 60GB
iPhone®
iTouch®
Other MP3 players/portable audio players
AirPort Express®
3rd-party base stations/remotes (by Griffin, Ten, etc.)
LCD/plasma TVs
Garage band®
Video game players
DVD/Portable DVD players
Satellite and digital radio receivers
PDAs and mobile phones
All other products with 1/8" mini-jack or RCA outputs
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
QUESTION:
ANSWER:
HOW COME THE VIDEO WON’T DISPLAY?
THE VIDEO PROCESSOR USED IN THE IQ-52 SYSTEM MAY NOT
PLAY ALL DEVICES WITH VIDEO CAPABILITIES.
QUESTION:
ANSWER:
ALL IS ON. BUT WHY IS IT NOT PLAYING ANY MUSIC?
IF YOU CONNECTED ALL ITEMS CORRECTLY AND YOUR DEVICE IS
NOT PLAYING, THEN CHECK THE INPUT SELECTION TO ENSURE THAT THE
CORRECT SOURCE IS SELECTED.
CHOOSE THIS TO LISTEN TO YOUR CONNECTED iPOD
iPOD:
CHOSE THIS TO LISTEN TO THE AV COMPONENT CONNECTED VIA RCA
RCA :
CABLES
CHOSE THIS TO LISTEN TO THE AV COMPONENT CONNECTED VIA AUX
AUX:
INPUT
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Specifications
Type:
Two-way Powered Speaker System
LF Driver:
Woofer: 5-1/4" Magnetically Shielded Carbon Fiber Cone
HF Driver:
Tweeter: 1" Magnetically Shielded Natural Silk Dome
Frequency Response:
45Hz-22KHz
Crossover Frequency:
3.0KHz
S/N Ratio:
>95dB (typical, A-weighted)
Power:
200 Watts
Input Impedance:
10K Ohms Unbalanced
Polarity:
Positive signal at “+” input produces outward low-frequency
cone displacement
Input Sensitivity:
100 mV pink noise input produces 95dBA output SPL at 1
meter with volume control at maximum
Protection:
RF interference, output current limiting, over temperature,
turn on/off transient, subsonic filter
Indicator:
Power on/off indicator on front panel
Input Connectors:
iPod® Universal Dock Adapters
RCA Inputs
Aux Inputs
Output Connectors:
Aux AC Output
TRS Output
S-Video Output
USB Port-Sync
Input Mode:
iPod®, RCA, Aux Input Select
Power Requirements:
120V/60Hz
Dimension:
272.5mm(H) x 185mm(W) x 201mm(D)
Weight:
10Kg(without packaging)
Finish :
Multi Layer High Gloss Piano Lacquer
Color:
Black, White
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Warranty Information
Five (5) years limited warranty: MODEL# IQ52
Earthquake warrants the original purchaser that all Factory Sealed New Audio
Products be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal and proper
use, for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase (as shown on the original
bill of sale with serial number affixed/written on it). The five (5) years limited warranty
period is valid only if the product is properly installed by an Earthquake authorized
party, and the warranty registration card is properly filled out and sent to Earthquake
Sound Corporation. If the product is installed by a non-authorized party, a ninety
(90) days warranty period applies.
(A) Five (5) years limited warranty plan coverage guidelines:
- First year: Earthquake pays for labor, parts, and ground freight (only in US
mainland, not including Alaska and Hawaii) back to customer.
- Second, Third, fourth & fifth year: Earthquake pays labor only. Customer
must pay for parts and shipping and handling both ways.
(B) Warning:
Products (sent for repair) that are tested by Earthquake technicians and deemed to
have no problem will not be covered by the five (5) years limited warranty. Customer
will be charged a minimum of one (1) hour of labor (ongoing rates) plus shipping
charges back to customer.
(C) Earthquake agrees to repair or replace - at our option - all such defective
products/parts subject to the following provisions:
- Defective products/parts have not been altered or repaired by other than an
Earthquake factory approved technician.
- Products/parts are not subjected to negligence, misuse, improper use, or
accident, damaged by improper line voltage, used with incompatible products,
or have its serial number or any part of it altered, defaced or removed, or have
been used in any way that is contrary to Earthquake's written instructions.
(D) Warranty Limitations:
Earthquake warranty does not cover products that have been modified or abused.
Including but not limited to the following:
- Damages to speaker cabinet and cabinet finish due to misuse, abuse, or use
of improper use of cleaning materials/methods.
- Bent speaker frame, broken speaker connectors, holes in speaker cone,
surround & dust cap, burnt speaker voice coil.
- Fading, deterioration of speaker components & finish due to improper
exposure to elements.
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Warranty Information
- Bent amplifier casing, damaged finish on the casing due to abuse, misuse, or
improper use of cleaning material.
- Burnt tracers on PCB.
- Product/part damaged due to poor packaging or abusive shipping conditions.
- Subsequent damage to other products.
A warranty claim will not be valid if the warranty registration card is not properly filled &
returned to Earthquake with a copy of the sales invoice.
(E) Service Request:
To receive product/s service, contact Earthquake service department at (510) 7321000 and request an RMA number (Return Material Authorization), items shipped
without a valid RMA number will be refused. Make sure you provide us with your
complete/correct shipping address, a valid phone number, and a brief description of
the problem you are experiencing with the product. In most cases, our technicians
might be able to resolve the problem over the phone, thus eliminating the need to ship
the product.
(F) Shipping Instructions:
Product/s must be packaged in its original protective box/es to minimize transport
damage. Shipper claims regarding items damaged in transit must be presented to
carrier. Earthquake Sound Corporation reserves the right to refuse product improperly
packed. Original bill of sale must accompany product returned for service. We
encourage you to include with the package a written description of the problem. Ship
product to: Earthquake Sound Corp. 2727 Mc Cone Avenue, Hayward, CA 94545.
Ph (510)732-1000.
You are responsible for the cost of shipping the product to Earthquake Sound
Corporation.
(G) Disputes Resolution:
All disputes - between clients and Earthquake Sound Corporation - resulting
from the five (5) years limited warranty policy must be resolved according to the laws &
regulations of the county of Alameda -California.
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Sound That Will Move You
Earthquake Sound reserves the right to amend details of the specifications without notice.
Copyright © Earthquake Sound Corporation
Earthquake Sound Corporation • 2727 McCone Avenue Hayward CA, 94545
Phone: 510-732-1000 Fax: 510-732-1095
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