INSTALLATION INFORMATION
EMG MODELS:
EMG-ZW SET (EMG-81 / EMG-85)
Warranty
All EMG Pickups and accessories are warranted for a period of two years. This warranty does not cover failure due to improper installation, abuse or damage. If
upon examination the pickup is determined to be defective, a replacement will be made. Warranty replacement products are covered by this same warranty. This
warranty covers only those pickups and accessories sold by authorized EMG Dealers. This warranty is not transferable.
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*Note: Logo Colors are not distinguished on Chrome and Gold Models
**Note: Magnet Type: A (Alnico) C/S (Ceramic/Steel)
Installation notes:
All EMG Pickups are compatible with each other. The connector system is an easy method of installation, avoiding the need to solder.
EMG accessories like the VLPF, EXG, SPC or RPC Controls can be added to any EMG Pickup System without the need for an extra battery.
SPECIFICATIONS:
MODEL
:
81
85
Logo Color*
Silver
Gold
Magnet
Type
**
C/S
A
Resonant Frequency (KHz)
1.63
1.87
Output Voltage (String)
3.00
3.10
Output Voltage (Strum)
4.50
4.50
Output Noise (60 Hz)
-100
-101
Output Impedance (Kohm)
10
10
Current @9V (Microamps) (System)
160
Battery Life (Hours)
1500
Maximum Supply (Volts DC)
27
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION NOTES:
1) Only one 9-Volt battery is required to power the pickups and any
accessories such as the SPC, RPC, EXG, AB, PA-2, and Pi-2.
Use an Alkaline or Lithium battery for longest life.
2) The Volume and Tone Controls included with this EMG System are
25K Ohm. This value is required for the system to work correctly.
3) A stereo output jack (12B) is included with the EMG Pickups;
it grounds the black battery wire to turn on the pickups when
the plug is inserted into the jack. If you are replacing passive
pickups, make sure to use the jack included. If your guitar has a
long panel jack (see Page 3, bottom), make sure it is a stereo
type, a Switchcraft 152B is recommended.
4) When installing EMG Active Pickups, DO NOT connect the bridge
ground wire. This wire is usually soldered to a Volume or Tone
Control casing and goes to the bridge. This wire grounds the
strings and uses them and your body as a shield against hum and
buzz. It also creates a shock hazard.
EMG Pickups are shielded internally and DO NOT require string
grounding. This greatly reduces the possibility of reverse
polarity shock from microphones and other equipment.
5) EMG Active Pickups have very little magnetism compared to
passive pickups. We recommend you adjust the pickups as
close to the strings as possible. Sustain and string movement
will not be inhibited by close adjustment.
6) If your installation is different from the diagrams in these
instructions or you need additional diagrams visit our website:
emgpickups.com for a complete listing of available diagrams
.
7) SPECIAL NOTE:
7) SPECIAL NOTE:
The diagrams shown are for EMG Active Pickups.
The diagrams shown are for EMG Active Pickups.
All diagrams show the Red Wire coming from the pickups
All diagrams show the Red Wire coming from the pickups
connected to the battery. If you are installing EMG-HZ
connected to the battery. If you are installing EMG-HZ
Passive Pickups refer to their diagrams. The Red Wire of
Passive Pickups refer to their diagrams. The Red Wire of
the HZ Pickup is NOT for battery power, it is a coil wire.
the HZ Pickup is NOT for battery power, it is a coil wire.
SPECIAL NOTE:
The ZW System comes with Long Shaft Volume and Tone Controls.
If you are installing the ZW System in a Gibson Les Paul manufactured
before 1975 or another make of guitar that may require Short Shaft
Volume and Tone Controls, you can purchase these controls by going
to emgpickups.com and clicking on the Store button. You may also
call the EMG sales desk at (800) 821-1446 to place an order.
2.75
1.50
3.08
3/48 MOUNTING HOLES
.900
.725
