Earthquake Supernova mkv User manual

Sound That Will Move You

SuperNova MKV Subwoofer

Operator’s Manual

“Simply The

Most Amazing

Subwoofer I've

Ever Tested.”

“There Might

Be Better

Subwoofers

On The Planet,

But I Haven’t

Heard Them.”

“For The

Ultimate In Gut

Wrenching

Bass.”

DearValuedCustomer,

Welcome to the eclectic world of Earthquake High

Fidelity sound systems; you are about to experience the

SuperNova MKV 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.

Earthquake Sound Corporation is located in the heart

of the Silicon Valley. It specializes in manufacturing high end

home and car audio products ranging from the smallest driver

to the loudest subwoofer system. In its dedication to excel-

lence, Earthquake has maintained extensive programs in

research and development to provide you with the highest

qualityaudioproducts.

This owner’s manual is designed to better acquaint

you with the SuperNova MKV 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 look forward to answer

anyquestionsyoumighthave,pleasecall(1-800-576-7944).

CAUTION: the SuperNova MKV is capable of generating high

sound pressure levels. You should exercise caution when

operating this subwoofer system. 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. The SuperNova MKV subwoofer

system is designed to generate high levels of low frequencies

(110 dB to 128 dB at 15 Hz to 20 Hz) and this will transmit a

tremendous amount of vibration into walls, shelves and the

structure; thus causing sheet rock flexing, glass and other

objectstofalloff shelves.EarthquakeSoundCorporationdoes

notassume liability fordamages resultingfromthe direct useof

the SuperNova MKV, and urges users to play the SuperNova

MKVinmoderatelevels.

On A Personal Note...

Joseph J. Sahyoun - President and

inventor of the SLAPS - proudly

showing off a SLAPS12 at one of the

SuperNova assembly lines.

The subwoofer system weighs over 80 Lbs. It is considerably heavy for

an average person to carry or maneuver. To prevent injuries and eliminate any possible

damage to your SuperNova MKV, we encourage you to employ the help of a friend when

unpackingtheunit;furtherwesuggestthefollowing:

#1. Always wear a back support belt when carrying / lifting the SuperNova MKV.

#2. If possible, get someone to help you move the SuperNova MKV.

#3. Do not apply pressure or push against the face of the speaker; this will cause

irreparable damage to the cone and suspension.

#4. When carrying the SuperNova MKV, make sure that the speaker is on the other

side, away from your chest (eliminating the chance of pushing against the face of the

speaker).

#5. Do not drop the SuperNova MKV or subject it to sudden shocks. This will damage

the external finish and weaken the enclosure, creating air leaks.

#6. Avoid exposing the SuperNova MKV to moisture. Water will damage the wood

structure as well as the amplifier and speakers.

#7. Cleaning the SuperNova MKV is best done using soft cloth; if needed, use mild

detergent with water. Like with any other electrical unit, always unplug the MKV before

cleaning it.

SuperNova MKV

Safe & Proper Handling Of Your SuperNova

Unpacking Your SuperNova

The SuperNova MKV is double boxed for product safety. We highly suggest having a

padded surface and at least two (2) people to safely unpack the SuperNova MKV.

Step 1

On a padded

surface, carefully

place the box on its

side to remove the

bottom packing tape

and staples.

Step 2

Without tilting the

box too much, tug

the bottom flaps

outward and keep

the protective foam

in place.

Step 3

Gently reposition the

box upright.

Step 4

Slide the box off,

minding the protective

foam on the top,

bottom, and sides of

the subwoofer.

DearValuedCustomer,

Welcome to the eclectic world of Earthquake High

Fidelity sound systems; you are about to experience the

SuperNova MKV 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.

Earthquake Sound Corporation is located in the heart

of the Silicon Valley. It specializes in manufacturing high end

home and car audio products ranging from the smallest driver

to the loudest subwoofer system. In its dedication to excel-

lence, Earthquake has maintained extensive programs in

research and development to provide you with the highest

qualityaudioproducts.

This owner’s manual is designed to better acquaint

you with the SuperNova MKV 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 look forward to answer

anyquestionsyoumighthave,pleasecall(1-800-576-7944).

CAUTION: the SuperNova MKV is capable of generating high

sound pressure levels. You should exercise caution when

operating this subwoofer system. 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. The SuperNova MKV subwoofer

system is designed to generate high levels of low frequencies

(110 dB to 128 dB at 15 Hz to 20 Hz) and this will transmit a

tremendous amount of vibration into walls, shelves and the

structure; thus causing sheet rock flexing, glass and other

objectstofalloff shelves.EarthquakeSoundCorporationdoes

notassume liability fordamages resulting fromthe direct useof

the SuperNova MKV, and urges users to play the SuperNova

MKVinmoderatelevels.

On A Personal Note...

Joseph J. Sahyoun - President and

inventor of the SLAPS - proudly

showing off a SLAPS12 at one of the

SuperNova assembly lines.

The subwoofer system weighs over 80 Lbs. It is considerably heavy for

an average person to carry or maneuver. To prevent injuries and eliminate any possible

damage to your SuperNova MKV, we encourage you to employ the help of a friend when

unpackingtheunit;furtherwesuggestthefollowing:

#1. Always wear a back support belt when carrying / lifting the SuperNova MKV.

#2. If possible, get someone to help you move the SuperNova MKV.

#3. Do not apply pressure or push against the face of the speaker; this will cause

irreparable damage to the cone and suspension.

#4. When carrying the SuperNova MKV, make sure that the speaker is on the other

side, away from your chest (eliminating the chance of pushing against the face of the

speaker).

#5. Do not drop the SuperNova MKV or subject it to sudden shocks. This will damage

the external finish and weaken the enclosure, creating air leaks.

#6. Avoid exposing the SuperNova MKV to moisture. Water will damage the wood

structure as well as the amplifier and speakers.

#7. Cleaning the SuperNova MKV is best done using soft cloth; if needed, use mild

detergent with water. Like with any other electrical unit, always unplug the MKV before

cleaning it.

SuperNova MKV

Safe & Proper Handling Of Your SuperNova

Unpacking Your SuperNova

The SuperNova MKV is double boxed for product safety. We highly suggest having a

padded surface and at least two (2) people to safely unpack the SuperNova MKV.

Step 1

On a padded

surface, carefully

place the box on its

side to remove the

bottom packing tape

and staples.

Step 2

Without tilting the

box too much, tug

the bottom flaps

outward and keep

the protective foam

in place.

Step 3

Gently reposition the

box upright.

Step 4

Slide the box off,

minding the protective

foam on the top,

bottom, and sides of

the subwoofer.

Every component of an Earthquake driver is designed for

accurate reproduction of bass and sub-bass frequencies. With a

massive moving structure, these subwoofers operate with

extremelylowdistortionandimpressivetransientresponse.Their

performance is attributed to a non-conventional motor structure

designthatintegratescomponentssuchas:

* Double stacked, high-gauss magnets, with a total height of

1.5 inches

* Over 7 inch (D), epoxy coated super spider. Chill-plated for

long lasting linear performance

* 3” diameter, high temperature voice coil, with 1.85” copper

winding (height)

* 1.5” thick, single layer, thermally pressed poly-ether foam

surround

The SuperNova subwoofer structure allows high excursions (19

to21mm) without physical deformation orrunningoutofReactive

ElectromagneticCoupling.

Premium Earthquake Subwoofers

Besides its many advanced features, the SuperNova MKV is

armed with the Symmetrically Loaded Audio Passive System -

SLAPS (patented by Earthquake Sound Corporation). The

SLAPS is capable of moving more than 4” peak to peak at 15Hz.

More air movement translates to higher SPL; the new passive

systemadds anexcess of5dB at15Hz, thatis morethan twiceas

loudatthatfrequency.

How is that possible? Current passive woofer technology relies

upon non linear, limited movement suspension. In contrast, the

SLAPS employs dual (identical) suspensions, allowing the

passive driver to move the same amount of air in either direction.

Further, the components used to build the suspension allow for

longexcursionswithnophysicaldeformationorlimitations.

The SuperNova MKV performance exceeds THX

requirementsof105 dB at30Hzby far...Inflatmode,

it achieves 123 dB at 30 Hz and reaches upwards of

128dB whenthebassboostfromanaudioprocessor

(source) is used. More impressive is its capability to

dish out 108 dB at 15 Hz and near 100 dB at 10 Hz -

as shown in the graphs below. Keep in mind that

typical subwoofer systems fail to reproduce frequen-

ciesbelowthe20Hzmark.

Braceyourselfandeverythingelseintheroom...This

SuperNovawill extend thealready flat, accurate,and

on-time low frequency response to deeper levels

where no other subwoofers have gone before. It can

put out enough bass energy to fill even large rooms

withsonicrumbling.

The SuperNova MKV delivers an impressive amount

of features aimed at fulfilling the promise of ground-

shakingbass,assuggestedbyitsname.

SLAPS.

THX Standards... One Octave Lower!

SLAPS

What Makes A SuperNova?

SLAPS used in SuperNova MKV are tuned by

adding mass to the structure of the passive

radiator. Steel cylinders are used to tune the

SLAPS to the desired frequency.

Telling The Difference Between The Passive

and Active Drivers

10” models: The 10” SuperNova MKV has a

deep-cone active driver with the Earthquake logo

on the front of it. Its SLAPS passive radiator is

flat and has no logo.

12” and 15” models: Both of these models use

flat active drivers and passive radiators which

both look almost identical. But they are not; the

one with the bolt head in the center is the SLAPS

passive radiator.

Fact: Subwoofers reproduce frequencies with wavelengths

thatare longinrelationtothedimensionsofmost livingrooms.

Standing waves will boost or cancel various frequencies due

to the interaction with the room boundaries. Moving a

subwooferin aroom willchange whatyou hear inthe listening

positionalot.

For maximum bass reinforcement, the SuperNova MKV

system should be placed in the corner of your living room with

the subwoofers facing the wall. This creates acoustical

coupling with the walls, which in turn leads to a 9 decibels of

boost in the overall response of the Supernova. Keep a 3"

clearancebetweenthesubwooferandthewalls.

Fine tuning the SuperNova MKV requires adjustments to the

crossover point, volume control and the phase switch. These

controls are located on the side of the enclosure. For ease of

tuning, we recommend that you turn the SuperNova MKV

aroundtoexposethecontrols,andplaceitinposition(corner).

Setyourstereosystemtoamoderatelisteninglevelandadjust

the SuperNova MKV accordingly. The SuperNova MKV is

equipped with a 24 dB/Oct. low pass filter designed to

eliminate vocals from entering the system. When tweaking,

gradually reduce the crossover point setting to eliminate

vocalsfromseepingintotheamplifier.

Corner Loading = + 9 Decibels Of Free Power

SUPERNOVA MKV

CORNER LOADING

Consider thatroompermissibilityplaysabigrolein

positioning. One thing is certain, achieving a

perfect subwoofer setup in your living room will

requiretimeandexperimentation.

When used for special effects reinforcement

(10Hz to 40Hz range), the SuperNova MKV fares

well in corner loading position; as corner loading

naturally boosts the subharmonic frequencies by

9dB.

Used with music (10Hz to 100Hz), it is recom-

mended that the SuperNova MKV is placed in a

corner,yetitcanbeplacedinacenteredposition.

ByusingtwoMKVsubwoofersystems(oneineach

corner), corner loading effects can be achieved

without disturbing the balance of front stereo

images.

Corner Loading is recommended for

moviesandsoundtrackseffects.

MKV Widescreen

Viewing position

Positioning Options

Corner Loading will give you an added 6 to 9 decibels of

sound pressure; also it reduces the level of vocals - if

present - emitted from the subwoofer. We recommend

that the active subwoofer face the listener, while the

passive faces the wall (corner). Keep a clearance of 5” to

7” between the SLAPS and the wall - remember that the

SLAPScantravelupto4”.

Every component of an Earthquake driver is designed for

accurate reproduction of bass and sub-bass frequencies. With a

massive moving structure, these subwoofers operate with

extremelylowdistortionandimpressivetransientresponse.Their

performance is attributed to a non-conventional motor structure

designthatintegratescomponentssuchas:

* Double stacked, high-gauss magnets, with a total height of

1.5 inches

* Over 7 inch (D), epoxy coated super spider. Chill-plated for

long lasting linear performance

* 3” diameter, high temperature voice coil, with 1.85” copper

winding (height)

* 1.5” thick, single layer, thermally pressed poly-ether foam

surround

The SuperNova subwoofer structure allows high excursions (19

to21mm) without physical deformationorrunningoutofReactive

ElectromagneticCoupling.

Premium Earthquake Subwoofers

Besides its many advanced features, the SuperNova MKV is

armed with the Symmetrically Loaded Audio Passive System -

SLAPS (patented by Earthquake Sound Corporation). The

SLAPS is capable of moving more than 4” peak to peak at 15Hz.

More air movement translates to higher SPL; the new passive

systemadds anexcess of5dB at15Hz, thatis morethan twiceas

loudatthatfrequency.

How is that possible? Current passive woofer technology relies

upon non linear, limited movement suspension. In contrast, the

SLAPS employs dual (identical) suspensions, allowing the

passive driver to move the same amount of air in either direction.

Further, the components used to build the suspension allow for

longexcursionswithnophysicaldeformationorlimitations.

The SuperNova MKV performance exceeds THX

requirementsof105 dB at30Hzby far...Inflatmode,

it achieves 123 dB at 30 Hz and reaches upwards of

128dB whenthebassboostfromanaudioprocessor

(source) is used. More impressive is its capability to

dish out 108 dB at 15 Hz and near 100 dB at 10 Hz -

as shown in the graphs below. Keep in mind that

typical subwoofer systems fail to reproduce frequen-

ciesbelowthe20Hzmark.

Braceyourselfandeverythingelseintheroom...This

SuperNovawill extend thealready flat, accurate,and

on-time low frequency response to deeper levels

where no other subwoofers have gone before. It can

put out enough bass energy to fill even large rooms

withsonicrumbling.

The SuperNova MKV delivers an impressive amount

of features aimed at fulfilling the promise of ground-

shakingbass,assuggestedbyitsname.

SLAPS.

THX Standards... One Octave Lower!

SLAPS

What Makes A SuperNova?

SLAPS used in SuperNova MKV are tuned by

adding mass to the structure of the passive

radiator. Steel cylinders are used to tune the

SLAPS to the desired frequency.

Telling The Difference Between The Passive

and Active Drivers

10” models: The 10” SuperNova MKV has a

deep-cone active driver with the Earthquake logo

on the front of it. Its SLAPS passive radiator is

flat and has no logo.

12” and 15” models: Both of these models use

flat active drivers and passive radiators which

both look almost identical. But they are not; the

one with the bolt head in the center is the SLAPS

passive radiator.

Fact: Subwoofers reproduce frequencies with wavelengths

thatare longinrelationtothedimensionsofmost livingrooms.

Standing waves will boost or cancel various frequencies due

to the interaction with the room boundaries. Moving a

subwooferin aroom willchange whatyou hear inthe listening

positionalot.

For maximum bass reinforcement, the SuperNova MKV

system should be placed in the corner of your living room with

the subwoofers facing the wall. This creates acoustical

coupling with the walls, which in turn leads to a 9 decibels of

boost in the overall response of the Supernova. Keep a 3"

clearancebetweenthesubwooferandthewalls.

Fine tuning the SuperNova MKV requires adjustments to the

crossover point, volume control and the phase switch. These

controls are located on the side of the enclosure. For ease of

tuning, we recommend that you turn the SuperNova MKV

aroundtoexposethecontrols,andplaceitinposition(corner).

Setyourstereosystemtoamoderatelisteninglevelandadjust

the SuperNova MKV accordingly. The SuperNova MKV is

equipped with a 24 dB/Oct. low pass filter designed to

eliminate vocals from entering the system. When tweaking,

gradually reduce the crossover point setting to eliminate

vocalsfromseepingintotheamplifier.

Corner Loading = + 9 Decibels Of Free Power

SUPERNOVA MKV

CORNER LOADING

Consider thatroompermissibilityplaysabigrolein

positioning. One thing is certain, achieving a

perfect subwoofer setup in your living room will

requiretimeandexperimentation.

When used for special effects reinforcement

(10Hz to 40Hz range), the SuperNova MKV fares

well in corner loading position; as corner loading

naturally boosts the subharmonic frequencies by

9dB.

Used with music (10Hz to 100Hz), it is recom-

mended that the SuperNova MKV is placed in a

corner,yetitcanbeplacedinacenteredposition.

ByusingtwoMKVsubwoofersystems(oneineach

corner), corner loading effects can be achieved

without disturbing the balance of front stereo

images.

Corner Loading is recommended for

moviesandsoundtrackseffects.

MKV Widescreen

Viewing position

Positioning Options

Corner Loading will give you an added 6 to 9 decibels of

sound pressure; also it reduces the level of vocals - if

present - emitted from the subwoofer. We recommend

that the active subwoofer face the listener, while the

passive faces the wall (corner). Keep a clearance of 5” to

7” between the SLAPS and the wall - remember that the

SLAPScantravelupto4”.

Four (4) MKV Arrangement

More bass in the right places

SUBWOOFER

LFE

SUBWOOFER

LFE

SUBWOOFER

LFE+L SUBWOOFER

LFE+R

Corner Loading Placement

Ideally, place the seating about 2/3 of the room away from

the television.

SUBWOOFER

LFE

Two (2) MKV Arrangements - Seating Based

Placing the two subwoofers on the vertical axis of the

seating area

Two (2) MKV Arrangements - Seating Based

Placing the two subwoofers on the horizontal axis of the

seating area

SUBWOOFER

LFE+L SUBWOOFER

LFE+R

SUBWOOFER

LFE

SUBWOOFER

LFE

Alternative Subwoofer Placement Options Surround System Placement

Surround speakers are there to envelop three dimensional

sound that places you in the middle of the action. Ideally, your

primary pair of surround speakers should be placed to the left

andrightofyourlisteningposition—eitherinlinewith it,orjust

behind it. They should form a 90°-110° angle with respect to

your television. In a 6.1-channel or 7.1-channel system with

more than two surround speakers, or if side placement is not

available for your surrounds in a standard 5.1-channel setup,

consider placement behind your listening position, facing the

front of the room. Surround speakers should be placed high

enoughsothatthedriversdonotfiredirectlyatyourearswhen

you’re sitting down.As a rule of thumb, place them at ear level

while you are in standing position. Most people tend to over

amplify the rear speakers. This is not recommended as it can

overpower the front speakers. Most of the time, the rear

speakersarerelativelyquiet.Theysimplycomeonwhenthere

arespecialeffects.

Since every room has different acoustics, you might need to

experiment with the speakers aiming. You may get good

results by pointing them at the ceiling or toward the rear

corners of the room. If no side or rear walls are available for

mounting your speakers, try placing a pair of traditional

bookshelf speakers on speaker stands, slightly behind and to

the sides of your listening position.Avoid aiming them directly

at your listening position. You may also try any of our Sweet

spot,IQSeriesandImãgein-ceilingspeakers.

FRONT

SUBWOOFER

RIGHT

FRONT

90° - 110°

MKV

CENTER

25° - 30°25° - 30°

0°

LEFT

REAR

RIGHT

90° - 110°

REAR

LEFT

Speaker Placement in 5.1 System

Position the rear left and right speakers 90° - 110° across

from the primary listening/seating spot and at about 6 feet

from the floor.

Speaker Placement in 6.1 System

Position the rear center speakers behind from the primary

listening/seating spot and at about 6 feet from the floor.

Placing the MKV subwoofer close to the listening/seating

spot delivers more vibrations and subharmonics.

FRONT

SUBWOOFER

REAR CENTER

RIGHT

FRONT

90° - 110°

MKV

CENTER

25° - 30°25° - 30°

0°

LEFT

REAR

RIGHT

90° - 110°

REAR

LEFT

FRONT

SUBWOOFER

RIGHT

FRONT

90° - 110°

REAR

RIGHT

135° - 150°135° - 150° MKV

CENTER

25° - 30°25° - 30°

0°

LEFT

SURROUND

RIGHT

90° - 110°

SURROUND

LEFT

Speaker Placement in 7.1 System

Position the left and right surround speakers at 90°angle

and the left and right rear speakers at 135° - 150°angle with

respect of the television and about 6 feet from the floor.

Four (4) MKV Arrangement

More bass in the right places

SUBWOOFER

LFE

SUBWOOFER

LFE

SUBWOOFER

LFE+L SUBWOOFER

LFE+R

Corner Loading Placement

Ideally, place the seating about 2/3 of the room away from

the television.

SUBWOOFER

LFE

Two (2) MKV Arrangements - Seating Based

Placing the two subwoofers on the vertical axis of the

seating area

Two (2) MKV Arrangements - Seating Based

Placing the two subwoofers on the horizontal axis of the

seating area

SUBWOOFER

LFE+L SUBWOOFER

LFE+R

SUBWOOFER

LFE

SUBWOOFER

LFE

Alternative Subwoofer Placement Options Surround System Placement

Surround speakers are there to envelop three dimensional

sound that places you in the middle of the action. Ideally, your

primary pair of surround speakers should be placed to the left

andrightofyourlisteningposition—eitherinlinewith it,orjust

behind it. They should form a 90°-110° angle with respect to

your television. In a 6.1-channel or 7.1-channel system with

more than two surround speakers, or if side placement is not

available for your surrounds in a standard 5.1-channel setup,

consider placement behind your listening position, facing the

front of the room. Surround speakers should be placed high

enoughsothatthedriversdonotfiredirectlyatyourearswhen

you’re sitting down.As a rule of thumb, place them at ear level

while you are in standing position. Most people tend to over

amplify the rear speakers. This is not recommended as it can

overpower the front speakers. Most of the time, the rear

speakersarerelativelyquiet.Theysimplycomeonwhenthere

arespecialeffects.

Since every room has different acoustics, you might need to

experiment with the speakers aiming. You may get good

results by pointing them at the ceiling or toward the rear

corners of the room. If no side or rear walls are available for

mounting your speakers, try placing a pair of traditional

bookshelf speakers on speaker stands, slightly behind and to

the sides of your listening position.Avoid aiming them directly

at your listening position. You may also try any of our Sweet

spot,IQSeriesandImãgein-ceilingspeakers.

FRONT

SUBWOOFER

RIGHT

FRONT

90° - 110°

MKV

CENTER

25° - 30°25° - 30°

0°

LEFT

REAR

RIGHT

90° - 110°

REAR

LEFT

Speaker Placement in 5.1 System

Position the rear left and right speakers 90° - 110° across

from the primary listening/seating spot and at about 6 feet

from the floor.

Speaker Placement in 6.1 System

Position the rear center speakers behind from the primary

listening/seating spot and at about 6 feet from the floor.

Placing the MKV subwoofer close to the listening/seating

spot delivers more vibrations and subharmonics.

FRONT

SUBWOOFER

REAR CENTER

RIGHT

FRONT

90° - 110°

MKV

CENTER

25° - 30°25° - 30°

0°

LEFT

REAR

RIGHT

90° - 110°

REAR

LEFT

FRONT

SUBWOOFER

RIGHT

FRONT

90° - 110°

REAR

RIGHT

135° - 150°135° - 150° MKV

CENTER

25° - 30°25° - 30°

0°

LEFT

SURROUND

RIGHT

90° - 110°

SURROUND

LEFT

Speaker Placement in 7.1 System

Position the left and right surround speakers at 90°angle

and the left and right rear speakers at 135° - 150°angle with

respect of the television and about 6 feet from the floor.

The SuperNova MKV subwoofer is hand assembled using high density fiber boards. The cabinet is crafted to exact tolerance for

near nil vibration. The SUPERNOVA's unsurpassed performance stems from:

*600 watts class “D”, high efficiency (99%) power amplifier

*Optical Distortion Limiting circuitry (ODL). A patented process that converts the analog audio signal to

light and optically couple it to the driver stage. When users set the gain too high, the ODL prevents the

amp from clipping; thus limiting distortion to near nil levels

*24 dB / Octave variable filter from 50 Hz to 150 Hz

*Low level inputs/outputs

*High level inputs/outputs

*Auto Signal Sensing

*0-180º Phase Switch

*Volume Control

*Vari-position remote control sensor allows users to position the remote eye anywhere in the room.

MKV’s BA-212 Amplifier

Class “D” Amplifier

U.S. PATENTS:

#6044925, #6460651,

#10/058868, #78/175574,

#78/175565, and other

patents pending.

OUT

Sound That Will Move You.

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LOW LEVEL

HIGH LEVEL

Remote

Right Left

Volume X-over

Freq.

24dB/Oct

Phase

Power

OFF

SuperNova

MK-V

Remote eye input

Manual

volume

control

Signal detection circuitry.

When the toggle switch is

in the ON position the

subwoofer is in AUTO

ON/OFF mode. When

in the OFF position the

amplifier is shut down

completely and must be

turned on manually for

operation. NOTE: When

the subwoofer is on the

power LED will remain

glowing red at all times.

It is not an indicator for

failure etc.

Variable, 24dB per

octave, low pass filter.

Range 50Hz-150Hz.

Recommended

general setting at 2

o'clock position

Fuse holder with two

replacement 10 ampere

fuses

Perfect to feed

a center

channel amp.

Connecting Your SuperNova

LowLevel-RCA- AudioInputConnection:

This is the best way to drive an audio signal into the

. Today, all signal processors (5.1/6.1 and

more advanced ones) come equipped with built-in pre-

amplifieroutputs(RCA)thatincludeasubwooferoutput.

Generally, the SUB/OUT is in mono format. Connect

theSUB/OUTfromtheprocessortothe using

a “Y” connector to feed both RCA inputs of the

. However, you can connect the

oneRCAinputaswell.

We strongly recommend that you use the best

available RCAconnectors and cables. High quality cables are

normally triple shielded and the connectors are gold plated

withforcefulgrasping.

SuperNova MKV

SuperNovaMKV

SuperNova

MKV SuperNova MKV using

just

Connection from processor to MKV using a high

quality RCA Cable

Highlevelaudioinputconnection:

This is the least desired way to drive an audio signal

intothe subwoofer.Olderstereosystemsare

not equipped with pre-amplifier audio outputs, normally they

comewithstereospeakeroutputs(left&right).

Using“banana” plugs,connectthe speakeroutputsto

the corresponding MKV high level inputs (marked “FROM

RECEIVER”).

SuperNovaMKV

From

Receiver/

Pre Amp

To MKV

Low Level

Input

The SuperNova MKV subwoofer is hand assembled using high density fiber boards. The cabinet is crafted to exact tolerance for

near nil vibration. The SUPERNOVA's unsurpassed performance stems from:

*600 watts class “D”, high efficiency (99%) power amplifier

*Optical Distortion Limiting circuitry (ODL). A patented process that converts the analog audio signal to

light and optically couple it to the driver stage. When users set the gain too high, the ODL prevents the

amp from clipping; thus limiting distortion to near nil levels

*24 dB / Octave variable filter from 50 Hz to 150 Hz

*Low level inputs/outputs

*High level inputs/outputs

*Auto Signal Sensing

*0-180º Phase Switch

*Volume Control

*Vari-position remote control sensor allows users to position the remote eye anywhere in the room.

MKV’s BA-212 Amplifier

Class “D” Amplifier

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#6044925, #6460651,

#10/058868, #78/175574,

#78/175565, and other

patents pending.

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LOW LEVEL

HIGH LEVEL

Remote

Right Left

Volume X-over

Freq.

24dB/Oct

Phase

Power

OFF

SuperNova

MK-V

Remote eye input

Manual

volume

control

Signal detection circuitry.

When the toggle switch is

in the ON position the

subwoofer is in AUTO

ON/OFF mode. When

in the OFF position the

amplifier is shut down

completely and must be

turned on manually for

operation. NOTE: When

the subwoofer is on the

power LED will remain

glowing red at all times.

It is not an indicator for

failure etc.

Variable, 24dB per

octave, low pass filter.

Range 50Hz-150Hz.

Recommended

general setting at 2

o'clock position

Fuse holder with two

replacement 10 ampere

fuses

Perfect to feed

a center

channel amp.

Connecting Your SuperNova

LowLevel-RCA- AudioInputConnection:

This is the best way to drive an audio signal into the

. Today, all signal processors (5.1/6.1 and

more advanced ones) come equipped with built-in pre-

amplifieroutputs(RCA)thatincludeasubwooferoutput.

Generally, the SUB/OUT is in mono format. Connect

theSUB/OUTfromtheprocessortothe using

a “Y” connector to feed both RCA inputs of the

. However, you can connect the

oneRCAinputaswell.

We strongly recommend that you use the best

available RCAconnectors and cables. High quality cables are

normally triple shielded and the connectors are gold plated

withforcefulgrasping.

SuperNova MKV

SuperNovaMKV

SuperNova

MKV SuperNova MKV using

just

Connection from processor to MKV using a high

quality RCA Cable

Highlevelaudioinputconnection:

This is the least desired way to drive an audio signal

intothe subwoofer.Olderstereosystemsare

not equipped with pre-amplifier audio outputs, normally they

comewithstereospeakeroutputs(left&right).

Using“banana” plugs,connectthe speakeroutputsto

the corresponding MKV high level inputs (marked “FROM

RECEIVER”).

SuperNovaMKV

From

Receiver/

Pre Amp

To MKV

Low Level

Input

Using The Remote Eye

Wirelessremotewitheye:

Earthquake’sadvancedremoteeyesystemandremotecontrol

are easy to use and setup. This three piece system is for

controlling your systems bass volume.Allowing the bass to be

adjustedbyisolationisgreat for demonstrations and for stealth

subwooferinstallations.

Installingtheremote eye isveryeasy; simply plugthe provided

1/8”jackto the REMOTEconnectiononthe SuperNova MKV’s

amplifier plate. Once you have found a good location that suits

yourneedsbest,mounttheeyeandrunthecablefromtheamp

totheeye.

ACpowerconnection:

The is available in two models: 110V

and220V/24.The power socketif fusedto protect theamplifier

from surges. Do not overfuse, replace the fuse with identical

value.

SuperNova MKV

Fuseholder:

The fuse holder is located directly under the power

socket. Itcontainstwoextrafuses,10ampereseach.

To access thefuse holder,make sureyour SuperNova

MKV is turned off and unplugged from both the wall outlet and

the amplifier’s power socket. Place a flat head screw driver in

the groove on the top of the fuse holder and simply pry off the

fuseholder.

The is a true subwoofer, it must never be SuperNova MKV, volume level under the 10 o’clock

operated above the subharmonic/harmonic frequency position-youmightexperiencesomeclipping(overwhelm-

range. The frequency response is limited by the built-in ing the SuperNovaMKV input capability). We suggestthat

crossover (with an upper end of 150 Hz); however, in most you feed an audio signal into the Supernova through

applications,thecrossovershouldnotbesetabove 80Hz. (using) ONE (1) RCAinput instead of using both the RCA

It is equipped with a fourth-order Linkwitz-Riley filter which inputsoftheSupernova.

willblockvocalsfrominterferingwithitsperformance. 7- With the crossover open to 150Hz, you will hear vocals

When setting up the SuperNova MKV as a part of a home coming out of the subwoofer. Gradually reduce the

audio system, users must understand that the subwoofer crossoverpointuntilvocalsareeliminated(typicalcrossing

requires different settings: one for music, and one for pointof80Hz).

playing movie tracks. In order to set up the SuperNova

MKV for music, users must recognize the frequency To control the volume leveloftheSuperNova MKV, use the

response of their existing speakers (tower & surround surround sound processor output controls; do not use the

sound) and the limitations of these speakers, i.e. the main volume knob on the SuperNova MKV (keep it

diameter(size)ofthespeakersandtheSPL. between 10 & 2 o'clock position). Once you set up the

proper mix of low frequencies and subharmonic response,

Formusicsetting: that does not encroach on the rest of the speakers. Now

you are ready to set up the SuperNova MKV for home

1-PositiontheMKVinthe cornerofthelivingroom. theateruse.

2-Turntheunitaroundtoexposethecontrols.

3- Turn on your audio system, and switch your surround Formovieviewing:

sound processor to “MUSIC” mode, and equalize the rest

ofyour audiosystem. The SuperNova MKV can be set up to your liking. There is

4- Connect the SuperNova MKV to the processor, using no rule of thumb to how much bass is required. Often,

highquality(tripleshielded)RCAcables. users like to feel the overwhelming bass, it brings the

5- Set the crossover to 150Hz - maximum position, actions and events closer to real life. When viewing

volumeatminimum(0). movies,a10dBgainabovemusicsettingisoftenpleasant,

6-Gradually raisethemainvolumeknob(between the10 itbringsmovieviewingclosetolife.

o’clock to 2 o’clock) position, optimizing for the subwoofer

performance. That is when the Optical Compression Ifyoudesiretohavea crossoversettingformusic,different

Circuitry works best, allowing the amp maximum output thanthe setting for movieviewing.Wesuggesttocross the

withminimaldistortion. SuperNova MKV at higher frequency setting, and use the

processortocontrolthedesiredlowercrossingpoint.

VERYIMPORTANT: some of the newer audio processors

come equipped with high level voltage on the RCA

subwoofer outputs. In such case - even with the

SuperNova MKV

Setting Up Your SuperNova

VOLUME

50Hz 150Hz

CROSSOVER

FREQUENCY

24dB/Oct

Crossover knob in 2 O'clock position - 90Hz @ -3dB.

0.0

-1.0

-2.0

-3.0

-4.0

-5.0

-6.0

-7.0

-8.0

-9.0

+1.0

+2.0

+3.0

+4.0

+5.0

+6.0

+7.0

+8.0

+9.0

10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 200Hz

Level in dB.

VOLUME

50Hz 150Hz

CROSSOVER

FREQUENCY

24dB/Oct

Crossover knob in 1 O'clock position - 85Hz @ -3dB.

0.0

-1.0

-2.0

-3.0

-4.0

-5.0

-6.0

-7.0

-8.0

-9.0

+1.0

+2.0

+3.0

+4.0

+5.0

+6.0

+7.0

+8.0

+9.0

10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 200Hz

Level in dB.