Measure and dig

Dig a hole 6–12 inches (15–30 cm) larger than the subwoofer. Minimum hole size shown below.

Strip the speaker wire

Strip ½ ‘’ of the insulation from the end of each conductor.

Twist the wires

Twist the wires from the speaker cable run in a clockwise direction to ensure there are no stray conductors.

Connect to the subwoofer

Caution: The included wire nuts are designed for direct burial. Use an equivalent connector for any wiring exposed to water or weather.

Twist the wire nuts clockwise onto the wires to connect the (+) and (-) to the subwoofer. Be careful to maintain polarity.

Place the subwoofer into the hole

Pro Tip: Layer 3" of pea gravel underneath the subwoofer for drainage.

Carefully lower the subwoofer into the hole.

Connect to the amplifier

Attach the speaker wire run to the amplifier. Connect the amplifier to a source and to power.

Test audio

Pro Tip: For best results, pair Episode Surroundscape speakers with an Episode Hybrid Amplifier using the appropriate DSP presets for your configuration.

Listen to the system from several locations. Adjust the amplifier volume to optimize sound quality and volume.

Let the system play for half an hour to ensure that the system is reliable.

Fill the hole

Pack as much soil around the sides and top of the subwoofer as possible. Make sure the port tube remains fully upright. Add 3–6” (15—30 cm) of soil on top of the subwoofer cabinet. Leave at least 5” (12.5 cm) between the bottom of the canopy and the soil surface.