Setting up the EGG
The first thing you need to do when the package arrives is charge the EGG overnight. While the unit is charging, you can read through this document which contains all of the procedures for configuring your EGG. Additional documents for setting up the EGG can be found here.
Positioning the Electrodes
The electroglottograph sends a minute high-frequency electric current between the two electrodes. The variations in resistance as the glottis opens and closes (resistance is less when there is no gap between the vocal folds) are the basis for the EGG signal, from which the program determines the closed quotient. Proper positioning of the electrodes is extremely important to obtaining a good signal from the EGG.
The process is slightly different for everyone due to physiological differences in body types. Watch this video for tips on positioning the electrodes to get the best signal.