Episode ES-500-AW Series User manual

INSTALLATION MANUAL
ES-500-AW-4
ECS-500-AW70V-4
ES-500-AW-6
ECS-500-AW70V-6
ES-500-AW-DVC-6
ES-500-AW-8
ECS-500-AW70V-8

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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to Episode® Speakers. We appreciate your purchase and are committed
to providing the highest-quality products possible.
The Episode® All-Weather models are a superb choice for almost any type of outdoor
audio installation or any location where moisture can be a problem. Designed
with advanced technological components that allow for high performance, these
speakers will provide a lifetime of enjoyment.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS
Read and understand all instructions.
Carefully plan location and account for potential electrical, plumbing or other
obstacles before beginning installation, .
SPEAKER WIRE
To connect the speakers to an AV Receiver or Amplifier, high-quality 14 to 16 gauge
stranded speaker wire is recommended. Connect the left and right wires directly
to the corresponding left and right binding posts on the speaker. Dual voice coil
speakers (ES-500-AW-DVC-6) have two sets of terminals to connect per speaker
and require 2 runs of speaker wire to each speaker. See page 4 for a connection
diagram.

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ES-500-AW-X CONNECTIONS
Connect ES-AW-X speakers to a left and right channel of an amplifier ensuring
correct polarity (+ to + and - to -).
12V TRIGGER
L
– +
R
BALANCED INPUTS
– + – +
ES-500-AW-DVC-6 CONNECTIONS
The ES-500-AW-DVC-6 has two sets of terminals (one
for each channel). Each input is 8 ohms and a receiver or
amplifier capable of 8 ohms speaker load must be used.
Connect the Left channel to one set of terminals and the
Right channel to the other set.
If connecting one ES-500-AW-DVC-6 per channel, the
two speaker input terminals should be connected in
series (not parallel) as shown below. Connect a jumper
(speaker wire) as shown. The speaker is then 16 ohms.
12V TRIGGER
L
– +
R
BALANCED INPUTS
– + – +
Amplifier
Outputs
Left Speaker Right Speaker
Retention
Knobs
Retention
Knobs
Amplifier
Outputs
Left Channel Left Channel
Right Channel Right Channel
12V TRIGGER
L
– +
R
BALANCED INPUTS
– +
Amplifier
Outputs
Left Channel
Right Channel

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INSTALLATION
MOUNTING
The ES-AW-X speakers are supplied with
a U-shaped wall mounting bracket that
can be installed vertically, horizontally
or under eaves. Use screws, bolts, or
anchors (not included) that are capable of
supporting the weight of the speaker (see
illustration) to mount the bracket.
Once the bracket is mounted, loosen
the retention knobs on both side of the
speaker and slide the speaker onto the
bracket until it clicks into place, then
tighten the knobs to secure.
Bolt
Bracket Retention
Knob
Loosen
Retention
Knob
Adjust
Speaker
Angle
Retention
Knob Cap
Security
Screw
SECURITY
Once the speaker is in the desired position and
secured, insert the included safety screw. Remove
the cap on the retention knob to access it. Replace
the cap once the security screw is tightened.
ANGLE ADJUSTMENT
To adjust the speaker angle, loosen both retention
knobs on the sides of the speaker, rotate the
speaker to the desired angle, then tighten the
retention knobs to secure. The speaker does not
need to be removed from the bracket and will be
supported by the bracket during adjustment.

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DETACH SPEAKER FROM BRACKET
To remove the speaker from the bracket,
loosen both retention knobs on the sides
of the speaker. Pull the bracket away
from the top and bottom of the speaker
and then slide the speaker from the
bracket.
Loosen
retention
Knob
Pull Bracket
away from
Speaker
ADJUSTMENTS
Refer to the manual for the receiver or amplifier to make sound adjustments such
as bass, treble and balance to obtain the preferred sound.
ECS-500-AW70V Speaker Tap Settings
The 70V speakers have an adjustable tap setting switch located under the
removable rear cover. To adjust, rotate the tap setting dial on the rear of the
speaker to the desired setting.
The 70V speakers used in 70/100 volt systems can be set to different wattages for
more or less volume at one particular speaker. Making it much easier to fine tune
a system for even listening volume.
!
CAUTION: The speaker tap must be set accordingly for the load capacity of
the amplifier in use. Setting the transformer incorrectly for the amplifier
used could damage the speakers or amplifier.
When the adjustments are complete and fully tested, install the rear cover of the
speaker and press into place until secure.

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CONNECTING, CALIBRATING AND CHECKING SPEAKER PHASE
Perform the following steps to ensue proper speaker connection.
1. At each speaker connection, ensure that the outer jacket is separated by at
least 2 inches.
2. Strip the insulation on each conductor approximately ¼” and insert into the
speaker terminals.
• Ensure that there are no stray strands of wire protruding from the
connectors.
• Observe proper polarity (+ to + and – to – ) for each speaker and at the
amplifier).
3. Turn on the home theater receiver and calibrate all speakers in the system
according to the receiver (or surround processor) manufacturer’s instructions.
Verifying Phase
When proper polarity is not maintained, the speakers play at the opposite ‘time’
from each other, or out of phase. The result is audio with lack of bass and vocals
that sound thin or distant. Try the test outlined below if receiver calibration does
not produce optimal sound.
1. Sit in the normal listening position for the system.
2. Play some music with your receiver set to Mono.
3. Listen to the music and observe the audio.
• Does the bass sound full and even with the other audio?
• Do the vocals sound centered and even in volume?
If either of the answers are YES, follow steps 3 and 4 with any other speakers
in the system.
4. Turn off your receiver and reverse the connections for one of the speakers.
5. Repeat your test at the same volume level. When the sound has the loudest
and best sounding bass, and vocals are centered and clear, your connections
are correct and in-phase.
CLEANING
Use a soft cloth or paper towel with mild detergent to clean the speaker.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Product ES-500-AW-4 ECS-500-AW70V-4
Connector Type Gold-Plated Push
Terminals
Gold-Plated Push
Terminals
Dimensions Without
Bracket
(L x W x H):mm
L=Depth
170 x 167 x 248 170 x 167 x 248
Dimensions With
Bracket
(L x W x H):mm
L=Depth
183 x 167 x 248 183 x 167 x 248
Nominal Impedance 8 ohms N/A
Line Voltage N/A 70.7V / 100V
Tap Settings N/A 3.75W, 7.5W, 15W, 30W
Woofer 5” Polypropylene cone
woofer with vacuum-
deposited titanium
5” Polypropylene cone
woofer with vacuum-
deposited titanium
Tweeter 3/4” Pure titanium dome
tweeter
3/4” Pure titanium dome
tweeter

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Product ES-500-AW-6 ECS-500-AW70V-6 ES-500-AW-DVC-6
Connector Type Gold-Plated
Push Terminals
Gold-Plated Push
Terminals
Gold-Plated Push
Terminals
Dimensions
Without Bracket
(L x W x H):mm
L=Depth
183 x 193 x 284 183 x 193 x 284 183 x 193 x 284
Dimensions With
Bracket
(L x W x H):mm
L=Depth
196 x 193 x 284 196 x 193 x 284 196 x 193 x 284
Nominal
Impedance
8 ohms N/A 8 ohms per
channel
Line Voltage N/A 70.7V / 100V N/A
Tap Settings N/A 7.5W, 15W, 30W,
60W
N/A
Woofer 6”
Polypropylene
cone woofer
with vacuum-
deposited
titanium
6” Polypropylene
cone woofer
with vacuum-
deposited
titanium
6” Polypropylene
cone woofer
with vacuum-
deposited
titanium
Tweeter 1” Pure titanium
dome tweeter
1” Pure titanium
dome tweeter
Dual 3/4” Pure
titanium dome
tweeters

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Product ES-500-AW-8 ECS-500-AW70V-8
Connector Type Gold-Plated Push
Terminals
Gold-Plated Push
Terminals
Dimensions Without
Bracket
(L x W x H)
219 x 232 x 321 219 x 232 x 321
Dimensions With
Bracket
(L x W x H)
232 x 232 x 321 232 x 232 x 321
Nominal Impedance 8 ohms N/A
Line Voltage N/A 70.7V / 100V
Tap Settings N/A 7.5W, 15W, 30W, 60W
Woofer 8” Polypropylene cone
woofer with vacuum-
deposited titanium
8” Polypropylene cone
woofer with vacuum-
deposited titanium
Tweeter 1” Pure Titanium Dome 1” Pure Titanium Dome