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Safety Instructions
Unpacking & Wiring
1) Read these instructions in their entirety.
9) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched,
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the pint
2) Store this manual and packaging in a safe place.
where they exit from the apparatus.
3) Heed all warnings.
10) Only use attachments & accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
4) Follow instructions (do not take short cuts).
11) Unplug this apparatus during lighting storm or when unused
5) Clean only with a dry cloth.
for long period of time.
6) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
12) Refer all servicing to qualified service personal. Servicing is
with the manufacturers instructions.
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way
such as; power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
7) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
registers, stoves, or other apparatuses that produce heat.
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
8) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider that 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 provided plug
does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Symbols Explained:
Note:
Calls attention to information that is essential to highlight.
Appears on the component to indicate the presence of uninsulated, dangerous voltage inside the
enclosure – voltage that may be sufficient to constitute a risk of shock.
Calls attention to a procedure, practice, condition or the like that, if not correctly performed or
adhered to, could result in injury or death.
Calls attention to a procedure, practice, condition or the like that, if not correctly performed or
adhered to, could result in damage to or destruction of part or all of the product.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
This triangle, which appears on your component,
alerts you to important operating and
maintenance instructions in this
accompanying literature.
Read & Follow:
Unpacking system components
There are several factors to consider before installing Earthquake
Sound’s
.
ROCK-on series
• What are the intended listening zones?
• What system options and accessories might be required for
features such as local sources, etc.?
• From where in each zone will the listener prefer to control the
system? Where will the remote gains be located? Where will the
speakers be located?
• Where will the source equipment be located?
System installation considerations
• Keep the original carton and packing materials for future
shipment or storage.
• Check for any visual signs of damage. If you encounter any
concealed damage, consult your Earthquake Sound dealer
before proceeding with unit installation.
• Retain the sales receipt as it established the duration of the
limited warranty and provided information for insurance
purposes.
Wiring Your System
1. Use direct burial wire and measure out how much you will need.
2. Dig a 6-inch deep trench to each speaker.
3. Connect the speaker wire to the speaker. It is recommended that you use heat-shrink tubing to seal each individual
conductor, then heat-shrink the two connections together.
Make sure that all connections are secure. A poor connection can lead to corrosion and a damaged
speaker.
4. Run the wire through the trench to the amplifier.
5. Connect the speaker wire to the terminals on the back of your amplifier.
Make sure that the speaker wires’ polarity is connected correctly.
+ (positive, red) to speaker red wire (positive)
– (negative, black) to speaker black wire (negative)
6. Turn your amplifier on and test the system with your favorite music. If the speakers are operating properly, refill the
trench.
• Keep all power cords away from all signal cables to prevent
humming from induced noise.
• Choose reliable signal cables cords (Earthquake Sound also
specializes in high-performance RCA cables and patches).
• All speaker wires that are ran through the walls should be twisted
type to reduce potential hum noise pick up.
• It is best to use a grounded electrical outlet to power the
amplifier. Lack of input ground reference could be unsafe.
Consult with your electrical contractor about proper grounding.
Connection tips
