Episode ES-AW300-ICDVC-6 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL >> IN-CEILING SPEAKERS
ES-AW300-ICDVC-6 ES-500-ICDVC-6
Thank you for purchasing a great product from one of the best sounding speaker lines available
today, Episode™. We appreciate your purchase and are committed to providing the highest
quality products possible.
The Episode in-ceiling 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.
PAINTING
The speaker frame and grill can be painted to match the ceiling color. If it is necessary to paint the
frame while installed, the provided paint mask should be used in place of the grille to protect the
speaker. Only paint the grill when it has been removed from the speaker.
The grill should be painted with great care taken not to clog the ne holes with paint.
Options of painting are:
• Spray paint (‘dust’) several thin layers instead of a few thick layers.
• Use a ‘dry’ brush or roller to minimize the amount of paint applied in each layer.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Episode speakers are designed to function trouble-free. Most problems that occur are due to simple
issues. If you have trouble, please check the list of simple xes below. If the problem persists,
contact Episode Customer Service at 1.866.424.4489.
NO SOUND
• Verify that there is audio coming from the source selected. Select another
source if necessary.
• Ensure that any power ampliers are turned on and connected properly.
• Check any connections at other devices, such as a volume control. Temporarily
bypass the control if needed.
• Check wire connections at each speaker not producing sound for good contact
to bare wire, not wire insulation.
TREBLE LEVELCONTROL
• After the speaker is installed, please test the speaker using familiar music or content.
The 500 series DVC speaker allows you to control the amount of treble. This is convenient
in installation areas that have a large amount of reective surfaces, such as glass, hardwood
oors, concrete, etc. Adjust each tweeter independently until the sound is optimized for
the environment.
• Carefully insert the grille into the speaker.
Life time
WARRANTY
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Episode in-wall, in-ceiling and bookshelf 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,
modied or disassembled. Products to be repaired under this warranty must be returned to SnapAV
or a designated service center with prior notication and an assigned return authorization number (RA).

• 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 amplier).
• Insert the speaker into the ceiling and tighten each of the four screws for the speakers ‘dog’
legs enough to clamp the speaker against the ceiling.
EpisodE 300 and 500 sEriEs in-CEiling dual VoiCE Coil spEakEr with 6 1/2 in. woofEr
DUAL-VOICE-COIL
It’s not always convenient to install two in-ceiling speakers in smaller rooms, but that doesn’t
mean you can’t enjoy stereo sound in small spaces. The 6.5-Inch Dual Voice Coil Stereo
In-Ceiling Speaker reproduces both audio channels due to a 2 voice coil woofer and a set
of binding posts for each channel. An excellent solution for small rooms, baths, ofces and halls,
or any place impractical for a stereo pair of speakers. The All-Weather model ES-AW300-ICDVC-6
is designed for outdoor use as well.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS AND CONSIDERATION
• Read and understand all instructions.
• Before beginning installation, carefully plan locations accounting for potential
electrical, plumbing or other obstacles.
• Contact a suitable contractor if you are unsure of how to best install.
• Ideal placement is located over the listening position.
INSTALLATION
NEW CONSTRUCTION
Episode speaker installation can be simplied by using an Episode new construction bracket.
This is installed prior to drywall, and allows for precise placement and eases the nal
installation of the speaker (Sold Separately).
EXISTING CONSTRUCTION
Speaker wire must be run from the equipment or volume control location to each
potential speaker location.
• Choose a location for each speaker that is free of obstructions created by joists,
HVAC ductwork, electrical wire runs, plumbing or anything else that might not allow
for the depth of the speaker or create interference or noise.
• Once you have determined your locations, mark the hole to cut out for the speaker
using the supplied template. Don’t forget to allow for the size of the speaker bezel
if you are choosing to install the speaker near a side wall or other item that could
become an obstacle.
• If you are unsure of potential obstacles, carefully cut a small hole at an angle to
the inside of the template line as illustrated. This will allow you to ‘plug’ the hole easily
if needed. If the area is clear and is a good location for the speaker, go ahead and
cut the edges of the opening at 90 degrees to accommodate the speaker diameter.
OPTIONS
PIVOTING TWEETER ASSEMBLY
• The pivoting tweeter assembly can be directed to focus the sound where you want
• Two common options are:
- Point it directly at the listening area for a more pointed sound source
- Reect if off hard surfaces for a more diffused sound eld
SIDE VIEW OF CEILING
First Cut
45°
90°
Second Cut
CAUTION: Do not overtighten
screws. This could result in
speaker damage, ceiling damage
or both.