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POSITIONING YOUR EPISODE AMPLIFIER
Episode amplifiers are designed to help deliver a great audio experience that makes your music come alive for years to come.
However, where you place the amplifier can have a large effect on the performance that you receive and the life of the unit.
· Be sure that the unit is in a well-ventilated area that provides adequate cooling.
· Do not block the cooling vents located on both sides of the unit.
· Do not place the unit on carpeting or any similar material.
· Do not install the unit near a source of heat, or in an extremely humid or wet location.
· If your installation lacks good air flow (such as solid cabinet doors or wall-mounted racks), it may be necessary to create
ventilation to allow outside air into the space.
· Allow a minimum of 5” of free air space above the unit.
· Allow a minimum of 3” of free air space on either side of the unit. (Does not apply to rack mounting)
VENTILATION
Do not block ventilation holes, or impede air flow by placing objects on or around the amplifier. Do not place the amplifier on
carpeting or any similar material. Do not install the amplifier near a source of heat, or in an extremely humid or wet location.
INSTALLATION – GETTING CONNECTED
CAUTION:
All connections and switching must be done with the amplifier’s power switch positioned to ‘Off’. Connect the power
cord last to ensure that the amplifier is off during all of your connections and set up.
INPUTS
For line level connections, use high-quality RCA cables that feature low impedance, shielding and high-quality connectors.
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
Use 12-18 gauge stranded two-conductor loudspeaker wire for all high level connections. At each loudspeaker-level connection,
ensure that at least 2 inches of each conductor are separated. Strip away 1/4 inch of insulation from each conductor. Connect the
appropriate conductor to each binding post, observing correct polarity.
3"
5"
Minimum of 3" free air
space on each side.
Minimum of 5" of free air
space above.
3"
Minimum of 2
”
of depth behind unit
to accommodate cables and
connectors.
2"
