Staub Electronics ES-500T-IC-8 EPISODE - 500 SERIES THIN BEZEL 8IN IN-CEILING SPEAKER(PAIR) - Manual (Page 2)

• 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.
• 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).
• 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.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS
• 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.
GENERAL GUIDELINES
• Keep speakers about 2 feet away from corners and other surfaces that might interfere with or
reflect sound, such as tall furniture.
• For rooms less than 300 square feet, two speakers should suffice. The further apart they are,
the better the sound will be. However, keep the distance at a maximum of 8-10 feet to avoid
a “hole” in the middle. For smaller rooms like bathrooms and offices, Episode dual voice coil
speakers can also be a superb choice.
• For rooms larger than 300 square feet, use 3 or more speakers. Stagger them across
the space for good sound dispersion.
INSTALLATION
NEW CONSTRUCTION
Episode speaker installations can be simplified by using Episode new construction brackets
(Sold Separately). These are installed prior to drywall, and allow for precise placement and ease
the final installation of the speaker.
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.
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
- Reflect if off hard surfaces for a more diffused sound field
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.