Episode ES-AW-SNDBAR-S-BLK User manual

INSTALLATION MANUAL
ES-AW-SNDNR-X-BLK

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© 2017 Episode®
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to Episode® Speakers. We appreciate your purchase and are committed
to providing the highest-quality products possible.
The Episode® Outdoor Sound bar models are a superb choice for almost every
type of home theater or home audio installation. They have been designed with
advanced technological components that allow for high performance and a
lifetime of enjoyment.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS
Read and understand all instructions.
Before beginning installation, carefully plan location accounting for potential
electrical, plumbing or other obstacles.
RECOMMENDED AMPLIFIER POWER
To get the best performance from the Sound bar, an amplifier or receiver with a
power rating between 20 and 110 Watts RMS per channel is recommended:
SPEAKER WIRE
To connect the Sound bar to an AV Receiver or Amplifier, high-quality 14 to 16
gauge stranded speaker wire is recommended. The wire may be connected
directly to the speaker’s binding posts. Remember that you will need 2 runs of
speaker wire to the Sound bar location as it contains the left and right speaker.
CONTENTS
• (1) ES-AW-SNDBAR-S-BLK or ES-AW-SNDBAR-M-BLK
• (1)DIN cable w/90 cm cable for compatible SunBriteTVs
FEATURES
• Replaces Left and Right channels in one convenient speaker
• Low-Profile, Extruded Aluminum Cabinet
Polypropylene woofers and sealed terminal cover for use in outdoor applications

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INSTALLATION
SPEAKER PLACEMENT
The ES-AW-SNDBAR-S-BLK and ES-1AW-SNDBAR-M-BLK are designed to be the
Left and Right speakers of a home theater surround system. For most applications,
placement should be below a flat screen TV using the optional Strong mount brackets.
Installing on a SunBriteTV
The ES-AW-SNDBAR-S-BLK, and ES-1AW-SNDBAR-M-BLK can be mounted
directly above or below Signature Series SunBriteTVs and below Veranda Series
SunBriteTVs with the included bracket. The bracket attaches the soundbar
directly to the TV.
Note: The Strong™ universal bracket SM-SBAR-BKT (available separately) should
be used when attahding the soundbar to any display other than a SunBriteTV.
1. Remove the thumb screws and set the bracket in place.
2. Replace the the thumb screws to secure the bracket.
3. Locate and remove the screws on the display to attach the bracket.
4. The 55” Veranda and 65” Veranda and Signature displays require the
included spacers to set the soundbar flush to the display.
5. Insert the spacers into the display then set the bracket and sound bar in
place and replace the screws to secure.
Thumb Screws
Display
Screw Bracket
Display
Spacers
Soundbar

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CONNECTING AND CALIBRATING
Proper Connections are important to the performance of any speaker within an
audio system.
Performing the following steps will ensure proper connections for optimum
speaker performance:
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.
Connecting to a SunBriteTV
Connect the sound bar to a SunBriteTV using the included 5 pin male connector
wire. Connect the wire ends as show in the diagram below.
L– R–
L+ R+
Red Wire
(L+)
Black Wire
(L–)
White
Wire (R+)
Yellow
Wire (R–)

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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. If during or after calibrating your receiver you suspect
the sound is not right and you cannot see any markings on the wire to verify
polarity is correct, try this simple test:
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 dampened soft cloth or paper towel to clean the cabinet. The grill is best
cleaned by brushing it off with a lint-free cloth.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Product ES-1500-AW-SNDBAR-46 ES-1500-AW-SNDBAR-55
Frequency response 100 Hz-22 kHz 95 Hz-22 kHz
Color Black Black
Connectors Gold-Plated Push
Terminals
Gold-Plated Push
Terminals
Dimensions (W x H
x D)
39” x 3.92” x 3” 49.5” x 3.92” x 3”
Sold as Each Each
Weight 11.5 lbs 13.2 lbs
Crossover Frequency 2.3 kHz 2.3 kHz
Speaker Grille Fixed Metal Fixed Metal
Nominal Impedance 8 Ohm 8 Ohm
Power Peak 225W 225W
Power RMS 90W 90W
Sensitivity 90 dB 90 dB
Tweeter 1” Pure Titanium Dome 1” Pure Titanium Dome
Voice Coil High Temp Voice Coil High Temp Voice Coil
Woofer Per Channel- 2 x 3”
Titanium Vapor Deposit
Polypropylene Cone
Per Channel- 2 x 3”
Titanium Vapor Deposit
Polypropylene Cone
Passive Radiator 2 x Titanium Vapor
Deposit Polypropylene
Cone
3 x Titanium Vapor
Deposit Polypropylene
Cone

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Episode amplifiers are designed to function trouble-free. Most problems that
occur are due to simple issues. If having trouble, contact Technical Support at
866-838-5052.
WARRANTY
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Episode Sound bar Speakers have a Lifetime Limited Warranty. This warranty
includes parts and labor repairs on all components found to be defective in material
or workmanship under normal conditions of use. This warranty shall not apply
to products which have been abused, modified or disassembled. Products to be
repaired under this warranty must be returned to Snap AV or a designated service
center with prior notification and an assigned return authorization number (RA).
CONTACTING TECHNICAL SUPPORT
As a thank you for purchasing Episode® Electronics products, direct technical
support services are available via phone or e-mail. We encourage you to use this
resource for any questions or concerns about our products. Visit our website for
more support documentation.
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