Earthquake Sound P8 User Manual

Sound That Will Move You.

Earthquake Sound Corporation

2727 Mc Cone Avenue, Hayward, CA 94545

www.earthquakesound.com

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.

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

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.

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.

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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 eclectic 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.

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).

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:
Purchased From:

Date:

Features

• Built in 320-Watt, high efficiency amplifier

• Extremely low distortion

• Long throw, premium quality drivers

• Convenient compact size

• Automatic signal-sensing turn-on and stand-by mode

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.

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.

• Volume control

• Operation status LEDs

• 50Hz - 160Hz Freq. adjustment

• 0 - 180 Phase Shift adjustment

• High Level inputs

• Bypassed High Level outputs

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) Volume Control

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2 50Hz - 160Hz

Frequency Adjustment

( ) 3 0-180° Phase Shift

Control Panel Overview

(4) Power Status LED
(5) Line Level RCA Inputs

(6) Sub Operation Switch
(7) Auto ON/OFF

(8) Speaker Level Inputs

(9) Speaker Level Outputs

(10) Manual ON/OFF Switch

(11) 110-120V AC Power Connection

Line Fuse

(1) Volume Control

Manual volume control to regulate your subwoofers
power output, to prevent clipping and distortions
caused by overpowering.

(2) 50Hz - 160Hz
Frequency Adjustment

This controls the high frequency cutoff point. With the

control set to the middle, the subwoofer will reproduce
frequencies up to 105Hz. If the control is set fully
clockwise, the crossover is bypassed and the
subwoofer will reproduce a wide frequency range.
With the control fully counter-closkcwise the
subwoofer reproduces a narrow range, up to 50Hz.

Rotate the control until the bass sound natural. If the
mid-bass sounds natural but you want more low bass,
turn the control down a little.

(3) 0-180° Phase Shift

This control is used to acoustically match the
subwoofer’s output to your main speakers. Select the
position, either 0° or 180°, in which your subwoofer
has more output at the listening position.

(4) Power Status LED

Earthquake powered subwoofers have an LED on the
panel that indicates the status of the built-in amplifier.

The LED will light red when the amplifier is in standby
mode and green when the amplifier is on and
receiving a signal.

(5) Line Level RCA Inputs

Connect with RCA type patch cords to the line level
output of your receiver or pre-amp.

If your pre-amplifier or receiver has a single sub/LFE
output, connect it to the subwoofer's left input jack.

There is no need to use the subwoofers right input
jack. If you want to run your main/satellite speakers
full range, use a "Y" adapter at the pre-amplifier
outputs.

In this way, you can send the pre-amplifier's output
signal to your main amplifier and to the subwoofer at
the same time.

(6) Sub Operation Switch

In LFE position, the Frequency adjustment becomes
disabled and the subwoofer runs in a Full range
mode, from 20Hz - 2kHz.

While in Sub position the subwoofer reverts to the
manual frequency adjustment, allowing the user to
operate and fine tune the subwoofer to their personal
taste.

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