Earthquake Sound P12, P10 User Manual
Sound That Will Move You
MiniMe
P10 & P12
Models
Earthquake Sound Corporation
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User's Manual
Safety Instructions
1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operation
instructions should be read before the Earthquake
Component is operated.
2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating
instructions should be kept for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the
Components in these operating instructions should be
followed.
4. Follow Instructions — All operating and other
instructions should be followed.
5. Water and Moisture — The Component should not
be used near water - for example, near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink , laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
6. Ventilation — The Component should be situated
so that its location or position does not interfere with
its proper ventilation. For example, the Component
should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar
surface that may block any ventilation openings; or
placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or
cabinet that may impede the flow of air through
ventilation openings.
7. Heat — The Component should be situated away
from heat sources such as radiator, or other devices
which produce heat.
8. Power Sources — The Component should be
connected to a power supply only of the type
described in these operation instructions or as marked
on the Component.
9. Power Cord Protection — Power-supply cords
should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked upon or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to cords at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit the Component.
10. Cleaning — The Components should be cleaned
only as recommended in this manual.
13. Damage Requiring Service — The Component
should be served only by EQ qualified serviced
personnel when:
a. The power-supply cord or the plug has been
damaged; or
b. Objects have fallen, or liquid has spilled into the
Component; or
c. The Component has been exposed to rain; or
d. The Component does not appear to operate
normally or exhibits a marked change in performance;
or
e. The Component has been dropped, or its cabinet
damaged.
14. Servicing — The user should not attempt to
service the Component beyond those means
described in this operating manual. All other servicing
should be referred to qualified Earthquake service
personnel.
15. To Prevent Electric Shock — Do not use this
polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacles of
other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to
prevent blade exposure.
16. Grounding or Polarization — Precautions should
be taken so that the grounding or polarization means
of the Component is not defeated.
This apparatus does not exceed the Class A/Class B
(which ever is applicable) limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the
radio interference regulations of the Canadian
Department of Communications.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user of the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
11. Non-use Periods — The power cord of the
Component should be unplugged from the outlet when
unused for a long period of time.
12. Object and Liquid Entry — Care should be taken
so that objects do not fall into and liquids are not
spilled inside of the Component.
Earthquake • MiniMe User Manual
The lightening flash with
arrowhead symbol within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated "dangerous voltage"
within the product's enclosure,
that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to a person.
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WARNING: The MiniMe subwoofers are capable of generating high sound pressure
levels. You should exercise caution when operating these speakers. 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 the MiniMe subwoofers , and urges users to play volume at moderate levels.
Contents
Safety Instructions .................................................
Introduction ............................................................
Features .................................................................
Unpacking ..............................................................
Care .......................................................................
Control Panel Overview .........................................
Installation ..............................................................
Connections ...........................................................
Location .................................................................
System Configurations ...........................................
Adjusting the Controls ............................................
Specifications .........................................................
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Introduction
Dear Valued Customer,
Welcome to the electric world of Earthquake
High Fidelity sound systems; you are about to
experience the MiniMe subwoofer. This system is
designed to dramatically enhance your enjoyment of
music and films at home, by adding power and
impact to low frequency sound effects, without taking
up your entire living space.
Please take a moment to fill out and mail the
Earthquake Warranty Registration card. Also read the
serial number located on the control panel and record
it here:
Serial Number:
Earthquake Sound Corporation is located in
the heart of the Silicon Valley. It specializes in
manufacturing high end Home and Mobile audio
products ranging from the smallest driver to the loudest
subwoofer systems. In its dedication to excellence,
Earthquake has maintained extensive programs in
research and development to provide you with the
highest quality audio products made.
This owners manual is designed to better
acquaint you with the MiniMe subwoofer system, and
to guide you through the phases of system design and
application. It is imperative that you read this manual in
its entirety. EARTHQUAKE technicians and staff are
looking forward to answer any questions you might
have, please call (1-800-576-7944).
Unpacking
Your Earthquake subwoofer should reach you
in perfect condition. If you do notice any shipping
damage, please contact your Earthquake dealer
immediately.
Gently lift out the unit and remove all the
packing material. It is important. It is important to save
all the packing materials and the box in case your
subwoofer ever needs to be moved or shipped for
repair.
Purchased From:
Date:
Features
• Elegant 7-layer piano black lacquer finish
• Built in 450-Watt, high efficiency, Class "D" amplifier
• Extremely low distortion
• Long throw, premium quality drivers
• Convenient compact size
• Automatic signal-sensing turn-on and stand-by mode
• Volume control
• Operation status LEDs
• 50Hz - 160Hz Freq. adjustment
• 0 - 180 Phase Shift adjustment
• High Level inputs
• Bypassed High Level outputs
• 220V - 110V selectable
Make sure that you keep your sales receipt. It
s the only way to establish the duration of you Limited
Warranty and it may be useful for insurance purposes.
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Care
To maintain the speaker cabinet's finish, first
unplug the power cord and then use a soft, slightly
dampened cloth to clean the surfaces and finish off
with a dry cloth.
To keep the large rubber surrounds soft and
supple for 20-years or more, treat them with mink oil,
available ta most shoe repair stores. Rub a generous
amount into the surrounds with a soft cloth about once
a year (more often if you line in a dry climate).
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(1)
Line Level RCA
Inputs and Outputs
(2) Speaker
Level
Inputs and Outputs
Control Panel Overview
600 WATTS
POWERED
SUBWOOFER
DIGITAL
P O W E R
LEFT
RIGHT
VOLUME
POWER
MIN
MAX
FREQUENCY
(12) Volume Control
(11) 50Hz - 160Hz
50Hz
160Hz
MODE
SUB
LFE
PHASE
0
180
AUTO
OFF
ON
Frequency Adjustment
(10) Sub Operation Switch
(9) 0-180° Phase Shift
(8) Power Status LED
(7) Auto ON/OFF
WARNING
TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD-DO NOT OPEN
AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR
110-120V
220-240V
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ON
OFF
110-120VAC~60Hz
220-240VAX~50Hz
FUSE
FUSE: 115V, T6.4AL/250V
FUSE: 230V, T3.2AL/250V
(6) 110-120V AC Power Connection
(5) Line Fuse
(4) Manual ON/OFF Switch(3) Voltage Selection Switch
(1) Line Level RCA Inputs terminals will accept up to 16-gauge quality speaker
Connect with RCA type patch cords to the line level wire. The Inputs should be connected to the left and
output of your receiver or pre-amp. If your pre- right speaker terminals of your amplifier or receiver.
amplifier or receiver has a single sub/LFE output, The Outputs should run from the subwoofer to the left
connect it to the subwoofer's left input jack. There is and right satellite speakers. Remember: Always
no need to use the subwoofers right input jack. If you connect red-to-red and black-to-black, when making
want to run your main/satellite speakers full range, connections between an amplifier/receiver to the
use a "Y" adapter at the pre-amplifier outputs. In this subwoofer. If you inadvertently reverse one of the
way, you can send the pre-amplifier's output signal to connections (i.e., red-to-black), you will notice a lack
your main amplifier and to the subwoofer at the same of bass from your subwoofer.
time.
(3) Voltage Selection Switch
(2) High Level Inputs / Outputs
Under normal conditions, the preferred connection is
through the Line Level inputs. If this is difficult or not
possible in your system, then you can use the
Speaker Level inputs. Also, if you experience
excessive noise or hum with the Line Level input,
often a simple change to the Speaker Level input will
The voltage switch is positioned according to area
voltage requirements. It has been pre-set
prior to shipping from the factory.
CAUTION
Do not try to alter the voltage setting, as doing so will
result in a blown fuse. A wrong setting
may result in damaged electronics.
result in a lower background noise level.
(4) Manual ON/OFF Switch
Connect the Speaker Level inputs to the speaker-level In the “ON” position, the subwoofer will remain “on”
outputs of your amplifier or receiver using speaker constantly or can turn “on” and “off” automatically
wire. The binding posts can accept bare wire when the “AUTO/ON” circuit is engaged. In the “OFF”
connections only. position, the subwoofer will remain off until the switch
is manually turned back to the “ON” position.
High Level: Connecting the Subwoofer using the high
level speaker connections: On the rear of your MiniMe (5) Line Fuse
Subwoofer are two pairs of red and black binding The subwoofer is supplied with a conservative, slowposts. One set is marked “Input” and one set is blow type fuse to protect the electronics.
marked “Output”, with each pair designated as left or
right. Each post is color-coded black/red. These
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