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Earthquake • MiniMe User Manual

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(7) Auto ON/OFF

(11) 110-120V AC Power 

When the main “POWER” ON/OFF switch is in the 

Connection

 

“OFF” position, this switch has no affect on the 

The Earthquake MiniMe is equipped with a built in 

subwoofer. When the main “POWER ON/OFF” switch 

standard, two-prong power connection.

is in the “ON” position, this switch allows the auto 
circuit to be engaged. When this switch is in the 
“AUTO” position, the subwoofer will automatically turn 

(12) Line Fuse

“on” when it senses a signal. It will automatically turn 

The subwoofer is supplied with a conservative, slow-

“off” after 20 minutes with no signal. When this switch 

blow type fuse to protect the electronics.

is in the “ON” position, the subwoofer will remain “on”
as long as the “POWER” ON/OFF switch is in the 
“ON” position.

(8) High Level Inputs

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 
result in a lower background noise level.

Connect the Speaker Level inputs to the speaker-level 
outputs of your amplifier or receiver using speaker 
wire. The binding posts can accept bare wire 
connections only.

(9) High Level Outputs

High Level: Connecting the Subwoofer using the high 
level speaker connections: On the rear of your MiniMe 
Subwoofer are two pairs of red and black binding 
posts. One set is marked “Input” and one set is 
marked “Output”, with each pair designated as left or 
right. Each post is color-coded black/red. These 
terminals will accept up to 16-gauge quality speaker 
wire. The Inputs should be connected to the left and 
right speaker terminals of your amplifier or receiver. 
The Outputs should run from the subwoofer to the left 
and right satellite speakers. Remember: Always 
connect red-to-red and black-to-black, when making
connections between an amplifier/receiver to the 
subwoofer. If you inadvertently reverse one of the 
connections (i.e., red-to-black), you will notice a lack 
of bass from your subwoofer.

(10) Manual ON/OFF Switch

In the “ON” position, the subwoofer will remain “on” 
constantly or can turn “on” and “off” automatically 
when the “AUTO/ON” circuit is engaged. In the “OFF” 
position, the subwoofer will remain off until the switch 
is manually turned back to the “ON” position.

 

inspecting or changing the fuse. Never 
use a fuse with a larger current rating 
than recommended.

Always unplug the power cord before

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Страница 2: ...ptacles of ventilation openings other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure 7 Heat The Component should be situated away from heat sources such as radiator or other devices 16 Grounding or Polarization Precautions should which produce heat be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of the Component is not defeated 8 Power Sources The Component should be...

Страница 3: ...ortable 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 To find out more about this and other fine Earthquake products please visit our website www earthquakesound com Safety Instructions Introduction Features Unpacking Care Control Panel Overview Inst...

Страница 4: ...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 Features research and development to provide you with the highest quality audio products made Built in 320 Watt high efficiency amplifier This owners manual is designed to better Extremely low distortion acquaint you with t...

Страница 5: ...e the subwoofers right input clockwise the crossover is bypassed and the jack If you want to run your main satellite speakers subwoofer will reproduce a wide frequency range full range use a Y adapter at the pre amplifier With the control fully counter closkcwise the outputs subwoofer reproduces a narrow range up to 50Hz In this way you can send the pre amplifier s output Rotate the control until ...

Страница 6: ...ker Level inputs to the speaker level outputs of your amplifier or receiver using speaker wire The binding posts can accept bare wire connections only 9 High Level Outputs High Level Connecting the Subwoofer using the high level speaker connections On the rear of your MiniMe Subwoofer are two pairs of red and black binding posts One set is marked Input and one set is marked Output with each pair d...

Страница 7: ...t Do not place the subwoofer with its control panel against the floor If you wish to place your woofer so the drivers face the floor and ceiling thereby moving up and down use at least 1 1 inch high spikes or feet for support They may be attached either with screws or self stick backing This arrangement will impart substantial house and floor shaking motion Heat Rise Allow adequate ventilation aro...

Страница 8: ...e have to be re moved with a twisting action Be gentle subwoofer and your pre amplifier or receiver or you may damage the jacks of the subwoofer or your other components Speaker Level Connections The subwoofer s Speaker Level Inputs can accept speaker stripped speaker wires only Make sure that the negative speaker wires never touch the positive wires as this will short out and possibly damage your...

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Страница 10: ...plest and recommended connection A receiver with a sub LFE output can be connected in the same way The subwoofer will play the low frequency range and the other speaker will play the frequency range delivered to them by your amplifier If you have a home theater pre amplifier it may have an independent subwoofer volume control Make sure this is correctly adjusted and that the Earthquake subwoofer s...

Страница 11: ...differential L R bass The opening scene in Top Gun for example has loads of L R bass information If this is not preserved the bass in these scenes sounds anemic The Earthquake subwoofer utilized differential gain on the left and right inputs to retain both the L R and L R information Therefore systems which do not have a dedicated sub LFE output should use both the left and the right inputs as sho...

Страница 12: ...wer to reproduce the low frequency range It receives a sample of the signal going to your front speakers An insignificant fraction of your receiver s power is transferred to the subwoofer There is no need to use the Speaker Level inputs if you are using a separate amplifier and pre amplifier Such systems are best connected using the Line Level Inputs as shown in the previous diagrams If you are us...

Страница 13: ... main speaker with a tone in its passband 80 100Hz Measure the level Step 2 Disconnect the main speaker and reconnect the subwoofer Set the subwoofer to its highest crossover frequency Set the level control of the subwoofer to give the same sound pressure level with the same tone you used in Step 1 Step 3 With both the subwoofer and the main speaker connected measure the level of the tones at the ...

Страница 14: ...108dB peak SPL includes room gain from 25Hz to 90Hz Input Sensitivity For Full Output 240mVrms from left input with volume control at 0dB 90mVrms with volume control fully clockwise Input Impedance 8 2 kilo Ohm Line level inputs 32 Ohm Speaker level inputs Driver 8 high power with extra large magnet and long throw mechanical design yield very high back emf The result is extraordinarily high operat...

Страница 15: ...aker frame broken speaker connectors holes in speaker cone surround dust cap burnt speaker voice coil Fading and or deterioration of speaker components finish due to improper exposure to elements 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 S...

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