MC-12

Appendix

MENU TREE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MAIN MENU

SETUP

 

Selecting SETUP

TRIGGERS prompts the

 

 

 

 

TRIGGER SETUP

 

 

 

 

 

 

REMOTE ONLY

ON

 

selection of a

trigger

output

connector.

 

 

 

 

MODE ADJUST

INPUTS

 

 

 

 

 

DVD1

OFF

 

Selecting a connector opens the TRIGGER

 

 

 

 

DVD2

OFF

AUDIO CONTROLS

SPEAKERS

 

 

 

 

 

 

TRIGGER SETUP

LD

OFF

SETUP

REAR PANEL CONFIG

 

SETUP menu Shown at the far right. The

 

TRIGGER 1

REMOTE

TV

OFF

 

DISPLAYS

 

parameters on the left side of the TRIGGER

SAT

OFF

 

VOLUME CONTROLS

 

SETUP menu are identical regardless of the

TRIGGER 2

REMOTE

VCR

OFF

 

TRIGGERS

 

 

 

 

 

CD

OFF

 

 

selected connector. The TRIGGER SETUP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PVR

OFF

 

LOCK OPTIONS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

menu indicates factory-default parameter

 

 

 

 

GAME

OFF

 

LIVE! CALIBRATION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TAPE

OFF

 

 

settings for both connectors.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TUNER

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUX

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ZONE2 INPUTS

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LIVE! CALIBRATION

RECORD INPUTS

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FILM

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

!CAUTION!

TV

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MUSIC

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HIGH AUDIO LEVELS

INPUT SETUP

REAR PANEL CONFIG

 

VOLUME CONTROL SETUP

 

 

 

MUSIC SURR

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

PLIIx +

OFF

DVD1

8 STEREO INPUTS

 

MAIN POWER ON

-30dB

 

 

continued on page A-14

 

 

 

PLIIx MOV

OFF

DVD2

OR

 

MUTE LEVEL

-30dB

 

 

 

 

 

PLIIx MUS

OFF

LD

5 STEREO & 5.1 ANLG

ZONE PWR ON

-30dB

 

 

 

 

 

PLII +

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

PLII MOVIE

OFF

TV

 

 

REC PWR ON

-30dB

LOCK OPTIONS

 

 

 

 

 

 

PLII MUSIC

OFF

SAT

 

 

MAX VOLUME

+12dB

 

 

8 STEREO INPUTS

 

MODES

 

UNLOCKED

PL +

OFF

VCR

 

 

 

 

 

 

FOR REAR PANEL CFG

 

 

 

 

 

AUDIO CNTRL

UNLOCKED

PRO LOGIC

OFF

CD

 

 

LAST LVL, -80 to +12dB

+

OFF

 

 

SETUP

 

UNLOCKED

PVR

5 ST. & (1) 5.1 ANLG

 

 

 

 

 

 

CIN

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MUSIC

OFF

GAME

FOR REAR PANEL CFG

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

-10dB

 

 

 

LOCKED

 

NIGHTCLUB

OFF

TAPE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CONCERT HHALL

OFF

TUNER

 

 

 

-20dB

 

 

UNLOCKED

 

CHURCH

OFF

AUX

 

 

 

-30dB

 

 

 

 

 

 

CATHEDRAL

OFF

continued on page A-6

 

 

 

-40dB

 

FRONT PANEL DISPLAY

PANORAMA

OFF

 

 

FULL MUTE

 

2-CH SURROUND

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

STATUS

ALWAYS ON

2-CHANNEL

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BRIGHTNESS

 

100%

MONO LOGIC

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MONO SURROUND

OFF

SPEAKER SETUP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

100%

 

MONO

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.1 FILM

OFF

SETUP CROSSOVERS

DISPLAY SETUP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

75%

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.1 TV

OFF

CHECK MICROPHONES

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

 

 

 

 

 

 

50%

 

 

5.1 MUSIC

OFF

AUTOMATIC

FRONT PANEL DISPLAY

 

 

 

 

 

 

25%

 

 

SurEX

OFF

MANUAL

A/V SYNC DELAY

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MUSIC

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.1 PLIIx MOV

OFF

 

CUSTOM NAME

OFF

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

 

ALWAYS ON

 

SET CROSSOVERS

 

 

5.1 PLIIx MUS

OFF

EDIT CUSTOM NAME

 

 

 

BEFORE CALIBRATING

 

STATUS

 

2 SECONDS

 

2 SECONDS

 

DIGITAL EX

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

5.1 2-CHANNEL

OFF

 

 

 

POSITION

 

TOP

 

ALWAYS OFF

 

continued on page A-9

EDIT CUSTOM NAME

 

 

 

 

5.1 MONO LOGIC

OFF

 

FORMAT

 

 

NTSC

 

 

 

 

 

 

MC-12

 

 

 

 

 

TOP

 

 

 

 

 

 

BACKGROUND

ON

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

>

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OFF, 1 to 60ms

 

 

REMOTE STATE

ON

 

CENTER

 

 

 

 

BUTTONS TO EDIT

 

 

 

 

 

BOTTOM

 

 

 

 

UP TO 20 CHARACTERS

 

 

ON

 

 

 

SECAM

 

 

 

 

ON

BUTTON TO ADVANCE

 

 

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PAL

 

 

 

 

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NTSC

 

 

 

 

TRIGGER SETUP

5.1 MONO SURR

OFF

5.1 MONO

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FILM

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MUSIC

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MUSIC

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2-CHAN

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

5.1a

 

 

 

 

FILM

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.1a

 

 

 

 

MUSIC

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.1a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SurEX

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.1a

 

 

 

 

 

 

MUSIC

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.1a STANDARD

OFF

5.1a 2-CHANNEL

OFF

5.1a BYPASS

OFF

2CH BYPASS

OFF

LIVE! SMALL

OFF

LIVE! MED

OFF

LIVE! LARGE

OFF

ON

OFF

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MC-12 specifications

The Lexicon MC-12 is a high-end home theater processor that has garnered admiration for its impressive performance and advanced features. Designed for audiophiles and home theater enthusiasts, the MC-12 combines cutting-edge technologies with user-centric design to create an unparalleled listening experience.

One of the standout features of the MC-12 is its analog bypass mode, which allows pure analog signals to pass through without digital processing. This feature is particularly appealing to users who prefer the warmth and richness of analog sound. The processor also boasts a 24-bit/192 kHz digital-to-analog converter (DAC), ensuring that audio playback is both high-fidelity and precise.

Equipped with a range of surround sound formats, including Dolby Digital, DTS, and THX, the MC-12 provides an immersive audio experience. It supports multiple channels, delivering up to 7.1 surround sound, making it ideal for cinema-style setups. The processor also features Lexicon's proprietary Logic 7 processing, which enhances stereo and discrete surround signals for a more enveloping soundstage.

The MC-12 features customizable room acoustic settings that allow users to tailor the audio output to their specific environment. An integrated automatic calibration system uses sophisticated algorithms to analyze room acoustics and adjust speaker settings accordingly. This optimization ensures that users achieve the best possible sound quality, regardless of their room’s dimensions or layout.

Connectivity is another strong point of the MC-12. It comes with multiple inputs, including HDMI, coaxial, optical, and balanced inputs, allowing users to connect a variety of audio and video sources. Additionally, the processor includes both analog and digital outputs, ensuring compatibility with a multitude of external devices.

The Lexicon MC-12 also features a user-friendly interface, allowing for easy navigation and control. Its ergonomic design includes a sleek front panel and a backlit remote control, enhancing the overall user experience.

In summary, the Lexicon MC-12 stands out as a premium choice for audiophiles seeking exceptional sound quality and advanced features. Its combination of analog and digital processing, multiple surround sound formats, room calibration technology, and extensive connectivity options make it a versatile and powerful home theater processor. Whether for casual listening or serious cinephile pursuits, the MC-12 promises to deliver a captivating audio experience.
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