Earthquake Sound Speaker THOR IW SUB10 User Manual

Model: THOR IW—SUB10  
In-Wall 10” Subwoofer with 10” SLAPS  
User Manual  
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Introduction  
Simply put, the THOR is the only in-wall subwoofer that  
sufficiently provides bass to your home theater system.  
The THOR remains stable and maintains next to zero  
resonance because the user can bolt the THOR directly to  
the studs from the front of the unit.This locks theTHOR into  
the structure of the home. Earthquake engineers also  
added four dog ear fasteners for added sheet rock support.  
There are two inches peak-to-peak out of a standard 16”  
stud gap.  
engineers maximized the small amount of given air space.  
This style of enclosure also helps deliver a very clean and  
deep impact bass. THOR’s back-box is constructed with  
extra thick high-temperature PVC and is reinforced from  
front to back all the way through the cabinet. Three  
methods of reinforcement designs ensure the THOR’s  
prolonged strength, durability, and maximum dampening  
capability. The first is the front to back bridges that sur-  
round the drivers. At these points the cabinet is most  
vulnerable to flexing and warping over time. Not theTHOR.  
THOR’s bridges are locked using the mounting screws and  
can literally be stood on top of by a 200 pound man. Fiber  
fill was also used for added resonance protection. And last  
but not least, crisscrossed ribs across the bottom of the  
enclosure make this in-wall enclosure the strongest and  
most durable. This type of internal bracing and attention to  
detail is only used in the IW-SUB10 and only at  
Earthquake.  
Arguably, the IW-SUB10’s best feature is the SWS  
subwoofer. The SWS driver has an amazing 10” diameter  
but a mounting depth of only 3 3/4”. In addition, the  
impressive excursion is almost the same as the mounting  
depth. While other in-wall subs struggle to maintain a good  
30Hz,THOR will go all the way down to19Hz and counting.  
By including a passive radiator in the design, Earthquake  
Safety Instructions  
Safety First  
This documentation contains general safety, installation,  
and operating instructions for the THOR In-Wall SUB10.  
It is important to read this user’s manual before  
attempting to use this product. Pay particular attention  
to the safety instructions.  
1) Read these instructions in their entirety.  
2) Store this manual and packaging in a safe place.  
3) Heed all warnings.  
4) Follow instructions (do not take shortcuts).  
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.  
6) Clean only with a dry cloth.  
Symbols Explained:  
Appears on the component to indicate  
the presence of uninsulated,  
dangerous voltage inside the  
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in  
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.  
enclosure – voltage that may be  
sufficient to constitute a risk of shock.  
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as  
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other  
apparatuses that produce heat.  
Calls attention to a procedure,  
practice, condition or the like that, if  
not correctly performed or adhered to,  
could result in injury or death.  
9) 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. The  
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.  
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.  
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or  
pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience  
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the  
apparatus.  
Calls attention to information that is  
essential to highlight.  
Note:  
11) Only use attachments and accessories specified by  
the manufacturer.  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Safety Instructions (continued)  
12) Use only a compatible rack or cart for the final  
resting position.  
Connection Tips  
• Keep all power cords away from all signal cables to  
prevent humming from induced noise.  
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storm or  
when unused for a long period of time.  
• Choose reliable signal cable cords (Earthquake Sound  
also specializes in high performance RCA cables and  
patches).  
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been  
damaged in a way such as: power-supply cord or  
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects  
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has  
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate  
normally, or has been dropped.  
• All speaker wires that are ran through the walls should  
be twisted type to reduce potential hum noise pick-up.  
• Label both ends of all wires with the corresponding  
room location.  
• 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.  
15) To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not  
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.  
Unpacking System Components  
• Keep the original carton and packing materials for  
future shipment or storage.  
THOR Features  
• SWS (Shallow Woofer System)  
• 300-watt driver  
• Check for any visual signs of damage. If you  
encounter any concealed damage, consult your  
Earthquake Sound dealer before proceeding with unit  
installation.  
• 2 inch Excursion  
• SLAPS (Symmetrically LoadedAudio Passive System)  
• Extrathick high temperature PVC enclosure  
• Back bridges that surround drivers  
• Reinforced back box  
• Retain the sales receipt as it establishes the duration  
fo the limited warranty and provides information for  
insurance purposes.  
• Crisscrossed ribs across the bottom of enclosure  
• Dog ear clamps foradded stability  
System Installation  
Considerations  
• Bolts directly to 2x4 studs so no need to hassle with  
brackets  
• Spring loaded speaker terminals  
There are several factors to consider before installing  
Earthquake Sound’s THOR in-wall SUB-10.  
• 3 grille options for ultimate customization  
• What are the intended listening zones?  
Your THOR Comes With:  
• 1 In-Wall SUB10 (THOR)  
• 1 metal mesh grille  
• 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?  
• 2 grille frames forcustom fabric tomatch your décor  
• 16 mounting screws  
1Allen wrench toinstall the logo screw  
• 1 SWSlogo  
• Where will the source equipment be located?  
This triangle, which appears on your component,  
alerts you to the presence of uninsulated,  
This triangle, which appears on your component,  
alerts you to important operating and  
maintenance instructions in this  
CAUTION  
dangerous voltage inside the enclosure -  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
voltage that may be sufficient to  
constitute a risk of shock.  
accompanying literature.  
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Installation Preparation  
• Be sure the THOR is installed by an Earthquake  
authorized installer  
• Do not attempt to perform the following steps without  
a professional (Any product installed by an  
unauthorized installer is not covered by the Limited 5  
Year Warranty)  
Tools required for installation:  
1) Allen wrench (This tool is provided)  
2) Drill or power screw driver  
3) Rubber Mallet  
4) Razor blade or box cutter  
5) Stud finder  
6) Pencil  
7) Sheet rock saw  
8) Measuring device  
Unpacking Your THOR  
STEP#1  
STEP#3  
After you have successfully unloaded the THOR, be sure  
to place all contents of carton aside for later use.  
This is your THOR in-wall packaged the way that you  
will receive it. We will start from here, to begin your  
journey into the world of true in-wall subwoofer  
technology.  
STEP#4  
STEP#2  
Remove the foam, plastic protection and two custom  
grille rings from the back to begin installation proce-  
dures.  
Open your carton from the top as shown and either pull  
out from the top or carefully flip the carton upside down  
and let it slide out.  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Taking Off THOR’s Grille  
Connecting Your THOR  
STEP#1  
Earthquake Sound’s XJ-300FR  
amplifier is recommended for the use of one  
THOR. The XJ-300FR amplifier is a 300-  
watt amplifier and can be used as a mono  
block, a 2 channel amplifier, or bridged for a  
2.1 channel amplifier.  
Your are now ready to prepare the sub for installation.  
Carefully remove the logo from the grille to expose the  
fastener hex nut.  
STEP#2  
Using the provided allen wrench, remove the fastener  
nut. Make sure you perform these steps before trying to  
remove the grille (you will damage the grille otherwise).  
STEP#3  
Now to remove the grille you simply use your fingers to  
push out the prongs from the back side of the unit. Push  
out all prongs and the grille will simply fall out.  
Earthquake Sound’s XJ-600R amplifier is  
recommended for the use of two THORs.  
The XJ-600R is a 600-watt, 1 channel, rack  
mountable amplifier. In this instance, the  
two THORs are parallelly wired.  
STEP#4  
HI-LEVEL  
XLR  
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You have now successfully removed the grille and are  
ready to begin preparing the wall for installation.  
CH2 INPUT  
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RCA  
HI-LEVEL  
SPEAKER OUTPUT  
110-120V  
220-240V  
12VDC  
IR  
110-120V~/60Hz 110-120V, FUSE T6.3AL/250V  
220-240V~/50Hz 220-240V, FUSE T3.15AL/250V  
CH1 INPUT  
TRIGGER INPUT  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Installing Your THOR  
STEP#1  
STEP#3  
Note:  
These pieces are sheet rock  
stabilizers, not brackets.  
To begin you will need to locate the empty grille frame.  
Use your stud finder to locate the studs (if you’re not  
retrofitting). Using the empty frame, trace your cut line  
with a pencil. Once you are satisfied with your cut line,  
begin your cut using the sheet rock saw.  
In the first image furthest to the left you’ll notice the  
fastener in it’s neutral position– this is how it is packed.  
You will need to turn all fasteners outward so that they  
can be clamped to the sheet rock. You will tighten them  
from the front once you have fastened the THOR to the  
studs.  
STEP#2  
STEP#4  
Note:  
Accuracy of stud distance may vary  
from frame to frame. It will depend  
on the quality of the construction  
work.  
When the cutout is complete, it should look similar to the  
image. Most of the work performed here is installer  
common sense, please use it.  
Once you have fed all wiring and connected it, slip the  
THOR in the wall making sure that the sheet rock  
stabilizers are in the correct position.  
Begin placing screws inside holes directly into the stud  
from the front. Once you have inserted all screws snugly  
and securely, tighten the fasteners.  
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Assembling the Custom Grille  
STEP#1  
STEP#5  
Cut your desired cloth two inches bigger than the frame  
on all sides. We have provided cloth that can be used,  
but feel free to use different colors or textures.  
This procedure is extremely important: Tighten the  
dogears by fastening the screws which are located at  
the top of the active driver and the bottom of the passive  
driver. If you forget to do this the sheet rock will not be  
secured and the fasteners will be loose and will rattle.  
Make sure that you have two inches of excess cloth  
around all sides of the frame.  
STEP#2  
STEP#6  
Cut your desired cloth, two inches bigger than the frame  
on all sides. Remember that this is a custom grille so  
whatever color or texture of cloth you choose, it will work  
for your application.  
STEP#3  
Congratulations! You have successfully installed the  
world’s most effective, efficient and down right loud in-  
wall subwoofer ever made. The grille that you use is  
totally up to you and can be matched to fit any decor.  
(See following pages for custom cloth grille instructions).  
Wrap cloth over prongs, make a small incision on cloth  
over prong and push prong through cloth. Complete this  
process with every prong on the frame.  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Assembling the Custom Grille  
(continued)  
STEP#4  
STEP#8  
Wrap cloth around frame and put into place with  
provided security ring.  
This is what the inside of your grille should look like.  
Pouring a quick drying glue over the ring and in the  
space around where the cloth is will add more support  
and provide a hard shell.  
STEP#5  
STEP#9  
Once you have the cloth in place with security ring push  
the ring enough to keep in place, though the groove with  
cloth underneath.  
This is what your finished product should look like on  
and off of the sub.  
STEP#6  
STEP#10  
Now that you have pressed the security ring in by hand,  
use your rubber mallet to finish securing it completely in  
the gap.  
When you have completed the project you simply push  
the grille into the front of the in-wall subwoofer gently  
(use the rubber mallet if needed).  
STEP#7  
With your security ring in place you can begin cutting  
excess cloth from the inner ring. Use extreme caution if  
you choose to use a straight razor instead of a box  
cutter or scissors.  
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Specifications  
Woofer:  
10” (254mm) with 2½” excursion patented design  
10” SLAPS Passive Radiator  
Power Rating:  
50-800 Watts  
RMS Power Rating:  
400 Watts  
Frequency Response:  
20Hz-160Hz  
Sensitivity:  
89dB  
Impedance:  
4
Dimensions (HxWxD):  
28” x 18 5/8” x 3 3/4” (711mm x 473mm x 95mm)  
Cut out dimension (HxW):  
24” x 13 3/4” (610mm x 349mm)  
Mounting depth:  
3 3/4” (95mm)  
Finish:  
white/paintable, custom grille options included  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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5 Year Limited Warranty Information  
Earthquake warrants the original purchaser that all Factory Sealed New Audio Products be free from defects in material  
workmanship, under normal and proper use, for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase (as shown on the original sales receipt  
with the serial number affixed/written on it).  
The five (5) years 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 the U.S. mainland, not includingAlaska and Hawaii) back  
tothe customer.  
• Second year: Earthquake pays for labor and parts only, customer must pay freight both ways.  
• Third, fourth, and fifthyear: Earthquake pays forlabor only. Customer must pay forparts and freight 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 back tothe customer.  
(C) Earthquake agrees torepair or replace, at our option, all such defective products/parts subject tothe following provisions:  
• Defective products/parts have not been altered or repaired by other an Earthquake factoryapproved technician.  
Products/parts are not subjected to negligence, misuse, improper use, aor accident, damaged by improper line voltage, used  
with incompatible products, or have its serial number or any part of it altered, defaced, removed, or have been used in anyway  
that is contrary toEarthquake’s written instructions.  
(D) Warranty Limitations:  
Earthquake warranty does not cover products that have been modified and/or abused, including but not limited tothe following:  
• Damages tounit cover and finish due tomisuse, abuse, or improper use of cleaning materials/methods.  
• Bent casing, damaged finish on casing due toabuse, misuse, or improper frame or broken connections.  
• Fading, deterioration of components and finish due toimproper exposure toelements.  
• Burnt tracers of PCB.  
• Product/part damaged due topoor packaging or abusive shipping conditions.  
• Subsequent damage toother products.  
A warranty claim will not be valid if the warranty registration card is not properly filled and returned to Earthquake with a copy of the sales  
invoice.  
(E)Service Request:  
To receive product(s) service, contact Earthquake Sound’s service department at (510) 732-1000 and request an RMA number  
(Return MaterialAuthorization), item(s) shipped without a valid RMAnumber will be refused. Make sure you provide us with your complete  
and 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 toresolve the problem over the phone, thus eliminating the need toship the product.  
(F)Shipping Instructions:  
Product(s) must be packaged in its original protective box(es) to minimize transport damage. Shipper claims regarding item(s)  
damaged in transit must be presented to the carrier. Earthquake Sound Corporation reserves the right to refuse improperly packed  
product(s). A copy of original sales receipt must accompany product(s) returned for service. We encourage you to include a written  
description fothe problem inside the package. Ship to:  
Earthquake Sound Corp.  
2727 McCone Avenue  
Hayward, CA 94545 USA  
You are responsible forthe cost of shipping the product toEarthquake 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 tothe laws and regulations of the county ofAlameda, California.  
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 U.S. Toll Free: (800) 579-7944 Fax: (510) 732-1095  
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