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	5.1		FILM
	5.1		FILM
	VOCAL ENHANCE			+0.0dB
	FRONT STEERING			FILM
	RE-EQUALIZER			ON
	SOUND STAGE			REAR
	5 SPKR ENHANCE			ON
	BASS ENHANCE			OFF
	SURR ROLLOFF			7.0kHz
	REAR DLY OFFSET			15ms
	COMPRESSION			OFF
	LFE MIX			+0.0dB
	OUTPUT LEVELS
	CUSTOM


	5.1		TV
	5.1		TV
	VOCAL ENHANCE			+0.0dB
	FRONT STEERING			FILM
	RE-EQUALIZER			OFF
	SOUND STAGE			REAR
	5 SPKR ENHANCE			ON
	BASS ENHANCE			OFF
	SURR ROLLOFF			7.0kHz
	REAR DLY OFFSET			15ms
	COMPRESSION			OFF
	LFE MIX			+0.0dB
	OUTPUT LEVELS
	CUSTOM


	5.1		MUSIC
	5.1		MUSIC
	VOCAL ENHANCE			+0.0dB
	FRONT STEERING			MUSIC
	RE-EQUALIZER			OFF
	SOUND STAGE			NEUTRAL
	5 SPKR ENHANCE			ON
	BASS ENHANCE			OFF
	SURR ROLLOFF			7.0kHz
	REAR DLY OFFSET			15ms
	COMPRESSION			OFF
	LFE MIX			+0.0dB
	OUTPUT LEVELS
	CUSTOM



	RE-EQUALIZER				ON
	SURROUND EX				AUTO
	COMPRESSION				OFF
	LFE MIX				+0.0dB
	OUTPUT LEVELS
	CUSTOM


			MUSIC		OFF
			MUSIC
	COMPRESSION
	LFE MIX				+0.0dB
	OUTPUT LEVELS
	CUSTOM


	5.1 PLIIx MOV
	EX DECODING				AUTO
	COMPRESSION				OFF
	LFE MIX				+0.0dB
	OUTPUT LEVELS
	CUSTOM


	5.1 PLIIx MUS
	EX DECODING				AUTO
	COMPRESSION				OFF
	LFE MIX				+0.0dB
	OUTPUT LEVELS
	CUSTOM


			DIGITAL
			DIGITAL
		EX DECODING			AUTO
		COMPRESSION			OFF
	LFE MIX				+0.0dB
		OUTPUT LEVELS
		CUSTOM


	5.1 2-CHANNEL
		CENTER MIX			+0dB
		SURROUND MIX			+0dB
	CNTR DLY SAMPLES +0
		MASTER LEVEL			+0dB
		COMPRESSION			OFF
		LFE MIX			+0.0dB
		SUB L/R LVL			+0dB
		CUSTOM

5.1 MONO LOGIC

	EFFECT LVL								-9dB
	ACADEMY FILTER								ON
	SURR ROLLOFF								3.1kHz
	OUTPUT LEVELS
	CUSTOM

	5.1 MONO SURR
	OUTPUT LEVELS
	CUSTOM

	5.1 MONO
	SUB L/R LVL								+0dB
	CUSTOM

						FILM
						FILM
	VOCAL ENHANCE								+0.0dB
	FRONT STEERING								FILM
	RE-EQUALIZER								ON
	SOUND STAGE								REAR
	5 SPKR ENHANCE								ON
	BASS ENHANCE								OFF
	SURR ROLLOFF								7.0kHz
	REAR DLY OFFSET								15ms
	LFE MIX								+0.0dB
			DECODING						AUTO
	OUTPUT LEVELS
	CUSTOM


						MUSIC
						MUSIC
	VOCAL ENHANCE								+0.0dB
	FRONT STEERING								MUSIC
	RE-EQUALIZER								OFF
	SOUND STAGE							NEUTRAL
	5 SPKR ENHANCE								ON
	BASS ENHANCE								OFF
	SURR ROLLOFF								7.0kHz
	REAR DLY OFFSET								15ms
	LFE MIX								+0.0dB
			DECODING						AUTO
	OUTPUT LEVELS
	CUSTOM




	RE-EQUALIZER								ON
	LFE MIX							+0.0dB
				DECODING					AUTO
	OUTPUT LEVELS
	CUSTOM

MUSIC

	LFE MIX						+0.0dB
	OUTPUT LEVELS
	CUSTOM




		LFE MIX					+0.0dB
			DECODING				AUTO
		OUTPUT LEVELS
		CUSTOM


						2-CHAN
						2-CHAN
	CENTER MIX						+0dB
	SURROUND MIX						+0dB
	CNTR DLY SAMPLES +0
	MASTER LEVEL						+0dB
	LFE MIX						+0.0dB
			DECODING				AUTO
	SUB L/R LVL						+0dB
	CUSTOM

	5.1a			FILM
	5.1a			FILM
	VOCAL ENHANCE						+0.0dB
	FRONT STEERING						FILM
	RE-EQUALIZER						ON
	SOUND STAGE						REAR
	5 SPKR ENHANCE						ON
	BASS ENHANCE						OFF
	SURR ROLLOFF						7.0kHz
	REAR DLY OFFSET						15ms
	COMPRESSION						OFF
	LFE MIX						+0.0dB
	OUTPUT LEVELS
	CUSTOM

	5.1a			MUSIC
	5.1a			MUSIC
	VOCAL ENHANCE						+0.0dB
	FRONT STEERING						MUSIC
	RE-EQUALIZER						OFF
	SOUND STAGE						NEUTRAL
	5 SPKR ENHANCE						ON
	BASS ENHANCE						OFF
	SURR ROLLOFF						7.0kHz
	REAR DLY OFFSET						15ms
	COMPRESSION						OFF
	LFE MIX						+0.0dB
	OUTPUT LEVELS
	CUSTOM

5.1a

RE-EQUALIZER			ON
SURROUND EX			OFF
LFE MIX			+0.0dB
OUTPUT LEVELS
CUSTOM


5.1a		MUSIC

LFE MIX			+0.0dB
OUTPUT LEVELS
CUSTOM


5.1a STANDARD
OUTPUT LEVELS
CUSTOM


5.1a 2-CHANNEL
CENTER MIX			+0dB
SURROUND MIX			+0dB
CNTR DLY SAMPLES +0
MASTER LEVEL			+0dB
LFE MIX			+0.0dB
SUB L/R LVL			+0dB
CUSTOM

5.1a BYPASS

OUTPUT LEVELS

CUSTOM

2CH BYPASS

NO PARAMETERS

LIVE! LARGE ADVANCED

REVERB LVL	-6dB
EARLY RFLX LVL	-17dB
BASS XOVER	156Hz
SHAPE	2
SPREAD	28%
SIZE	38m

LIVE! SMALL

	MID RT	597ms
	BASS RT	597ms
	ROLLOFF	3.1kHz
	TREB CUT RT	3.1kHz
	PRE DELAY	10ms
	ADVANCED
	CUSTOM

	LIVE! SMALL ADVANCED
	REVERB LVL	+0dB
	EARLY RFLX LVL	-13dB
	BASS XOVER	156Hz
	SHAPE	0
	SPREAD	0%
	SIZE	19m


	LIVE! MED
	MID RT	1.84s
	BASS RT	2.76s
	ROLLOFF	2.4kHz
	TREB CUT RT	3.1kHz
	PRE DELAY	18ms
	ADVANCED
	CUSTOM

	LIVE! MED ADVANCED
	REVERB LVL	-4dB
	EARLY RFLX LVL	-14dB
	BASS XOVER	156Hz
	SHAPE	2
	SPREAD	25%
	SIZE	30m


	LIVE! LARGE
	MID RT	4.71s
	BASS RT	4.71s
	ROLLOFF	3.1kHz
	TREB CUT RT	2.4kHz
	PRE DELAY	20ms
	ADVANCED
	CUSTOM

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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.

Contents

MC-12Digital Controller Important Safety Instructions Containing liquid, such as vases, on this apparatusPage Following symbols are used in the document Documentation Conventions Table of Contents Audio Controls Troubleshooting & Maintenance English Important Safety Instructions Español Instrucciones DE Seguridad Importantes Italiano Importanti Norme DI Sicurezza Dansk Vigtig Information OM Sikkerhed Norsk Viktig Informasjon OM Sikkerhet Desembalaje e Inspección Unpacking and InspectionAuspacken und Überprüfung Contenu de L’emballage et Inspection Getting Started About the MC-12 Getting Started Highlights Product Registration Installation Considerations Remote Control Battery Installation To replace the remote control batteries Basic Operation FRONT-PANEL Overview FRONT-PANEL Display Volume KnobStandby Button IR Receiver FRONT-PANEL Overview Mute Button Main Zone OFF Button Mode and ButtonsMain Zone Input Selection Buttons Zone 2 Input Selection Buttons REAR-PANEL Overview MC-12 Digital Audio Input Connectors S/PDIF & AES/EBU Power SwitchAC Input Connector Analog Audio Input Connectors REAR-PANEL Overview Video Input Connectors Record Zone Audio Output ConnectorsBalanced Audio Output Connectors MC-12 Balanced Main Video Output Connectors Remote Control Overview Button Navigation Functions Main MenuMenu Navigation Menu Item Selection Menu Parameters Menu OptionsHorizontal BAR Graphs Parameter DROP-DOWN Menus Command Bank Activation To activate a command bank Command Matrix Button Main Zone Record Zone Shift Parameter in 0.5dB EQ Balance LIVE! voids the Live ES Decoding Main Zone TWO-LINE Status About the ZonesTWO-LINE Status Zone 2 TWO-LINE Status Status Menus Record Zone TWO-LINE Status Status Menu Descriptions Parameter Possible SettingsParameterPossible Settings 2CH Status Mode Analog StatusInput ES Encoding DISCRETE, MATRIX, OFF Word Length Input Type Bypass Mode 2CH Bypass Input Type2CH Bypass Status Input Type Sample Rate Digital StatusLIVE! Status Input Type MIC Sample Rate Center MIX LVL EncodingBIT Rate Channels Status Menu Level Meters Setup Setup Lock Options LIVE! Calibration Input Setup To customize the name of the selected input Changing Input NamesEdit Input Name Restore Default Name To restore the factory-default name of the selected input Assigning Audio & Video Input Connectors Assigning Audio & Video Input Connectors Analog in ANALOG-1 to 8, 5.1 Anlg 6-8, LIVE!, None Auto ON, OFF Manual Anlg in LVLAuto Auto Gain Manual Auto Gain Level Meters Video Component Preferred Listening Mode Selection Parameters Selecting Preferred Listening Modes When the 2-CH parameter is set to USE Last When the D parameter is set to USE Last When the MIC parameter is set to USE Last When the DTS-ES parameter is set to USE LastWhen the 5.1a parameter is set to USE Last MIC Configuring Advanced Input Settings Main Advanced Configuring Advanced Zone Settings Analog Bypass Setup Input Select Parameter Settings Video OSD Component OSD ZONE2 & Record in Parameter Settings Digital Digital Bypass ON, OFF DIG OUT Rate Record BLOCKED, EnabledRecord Advanced Record Speaker Setup Setting Crossover Points Custom Speaker Setups To configure a custom speaker setup Setting Crossover Points High-pass Filter THX Speaker Setups When the THX Speaker Setup screen opens Speaker Setup Parameters Front L/R FULL, Full + SUB, 30Hz to 120Hz, THX 80Hz Setting Crossover Points Rear L/R FULL, Full + SUB, 30Hz to 120Hz, THX 80Hz, None SUB Xover When a custom speaker setup is selectedSUB L/R LFE THX ULTRA2 SUB BGC Boundary Gain Compensation ASA Advanced Speaker Array Output Level Parameters Calibrating Speaker Distances & Output LevelsSpeaker Calibration Parameters Before calibrating speaker distances and output levels Speaker Distance Settings Output Level Settings Parameter Default Setting Possible Setting Automatic Calibration Automatic Options Details Connecting the Microphones Positioning the Microphones for the Microphone Check During the microphone check, position the microphones During the microphone check, do not Checking the Microphones Checking for Silence Checking the Microphones Check Microphones Results Message Description Troubleshooting Positioning the Microphones for Automatic Calibration Position the primary listening position Rear Side Left Setup Improper microphone positioning for automatic calibration During the automatic calibration, do not Positioning the Microphones for Automatic Calibration SET Crossovers Before Calibrating Auto Speaker Setup Performing Automatic Calibration Performing Automatic Calibration Step Distances Distances Levels Speaker Manual Options DetailsB For simultaneous output level adjustmentManual Calibration Performing Manual Speaker Distance Calibration To manually calibrate speaker distances Performing Manual Output Level Calibration When the Internal Noise message opens Internal Noise Test Plii Movie Input Source Listening ModeExternal Noise Test Digital DTS-ES CAL Noise ON, OFF Limiter Limit ADJ Setting Bass Peak LimitersParameter Default Setting Possible Setting LFE Limiter ON, OFF LFE Limit ADJ LFE Limiter CAL NoiseLimit ADJ LFE Limiter ADJ REAR-PANEL ConfigurationWhen 8 Stereo Inputs is selected Stereo Inputs Stereo & 5.1 Anlg When 5 Stereo & 5.1 Anlg is selectedInput Connectors Output Connectors Custom Name Display SetupSync Delay OFF ON-SCREEN Display Edit Custom Name To create a custom unit name Parameter Default Setting Possible Settings ON-SCREEN Display Background Letter Indicator Command BankFormat Remote State Status Status Always on Always ON, 2 Seconds Always OFF Brightness Zone PWR on VOLUME-CONTROL SetupMute Level REC PWR on MAX Volume OFF ON, OFF Trigger SetupRemote only ON, OFF Remote only Program Operation Parameters ON, OFF Lock Options SetupModes Unlocked LOCKED, Unlocked Audio Cntrl Setup Audio Cntrl LIVE! Calibration Positioning the Microphones for Live Position the microphones When positioning the microphones, do not Improper microphone positioning for Live Performing LIVE! Calibration Select Setup LIVE! Calibration as shown aboveSignal TOO LOW Calibration Done Audio Controls Audio Controls To control the bass from the remote control Bass To control the treble from the remote control Treble To control the tilt EQ from the remote control Tilt EQ To control the loudness from the remote control Loudness ZONE2 Balance BalanceFader Page Mode Adjust Listening modes activation occurs through Mode AdjustListening Mode Activation Mode Adjust Preferred Listening Mode Selection Parameters Input Source Button Mode ButtonsMode Family Selection Buttons Channel Dolby Digital Listening Mode Descriptions Film Front Steering Music MusicMusic Surr Front Steering Msurr RE-EQUALIZER ON, OFF Output Levels PLIIx + & Plii +PLIIx MOV & Plii Movie PL + Dimension Neutral FRONT, NEUTRAL, Rear Surround DLYPLIIx MUS & Plii Music Panorama OFF ON, OFF CTR Width PRO Logic CIN & Music Nightclub Church PRE-DELAY OFFConcert Hall MID RT Panorama Bass Content Stereo BINAURL, MONO, Stereo LOW Freq WidthCathedral Input Balance Listener POS Panorama CalibrationSource Left & Right To calibrate the Panorama listening mode Mono Logic CH SurroundChannel SUB Level Film Mono SurroundMono Compression OFF AUTO, ON, OFF LFE MIX Music UL2Cin & SurEX Input Source Parameter SettingWhen THX Ultra2 decoding is active THX SurEX When THX Surround EX decoding is active EX Decoding Auto AUTO, ON, OFF Compression LFE MIX PLIIx MOVPLIIx MUS Digital & Digital EX Flagged Non-Flagged Digital & Digital EX 2-CHANNEL Mono Surr Mono Decoding Channel Music & Music Option/Parameter Default Setting Possible SettingsFilm & Film UL2Cin DTS THX UL2Cin listening modeDTS-ES THX listening mode Decoding Input Source ES Decoding Auto AUTO, ON, OFF SUB Level Chan & 2-CHAN1a Film RE-EQUALIZER OFF ON, OFF Sound Stage Rear 1a Music 1a UL2Cin, 5.1a SurEX, & 5.1a 5.1a THX listening mode 1a THX ULTRA2 5.1a THX UL2Cin listening mode5.1a THX SurEX listening mode Channel Analog 1a Standard SUB L/R LVL 1a 2-CHANNEL1a Bypass Option/Parameter Treb CUT RT 2CH BypassLIVE! SMALL, LIVE! MED & LIVE! Large Advanced Custom Early Rflx LVL LIVE! SMALL, LIVE! MED & LIVE! LargeReverb LVL Bass Xover Custom Custom VS PresetOutput Levels Reset Mode Listening Mode Menu Option & Parameter Descriptions Center Depth DimensionCenter Center MIX EX Decoding Effect LVLES Decoding LFE MIX Front SteeringInput Balance Listener POS LOW Freq Width PRE-DELAYLiveness Master Level Rear L/R RE-EQUALIZERRear DLY Offset Reverb LVL Speaker Angle Sound StageSource Speech Detect Surround MIX Surround DLYSurround EX Vocal Enhance Mode Parameter RelationshipsTreb CUT RT Parameter Is used in these modes Diffusion Custom VS PresetDimension ES Decoding Parameter Is used in these modes Source Panorama Calibration Speaker Angle Speech Detect SUB L/R & SUB L/R LVL Troubleshooting & Maintenance Troubleshooting RF interference is present in the audio or video Routine MaintenanceMC-12 is powered on, but there is no video MC-12 is exhibiting erratic behavior Restoring FACTORY-DEFAULT Settings To restore factory-default settings Appendix Main Zone Audio Performance SpecificationsAudio Input & Output Connectors Zone 2 & Record Zone Audio Performance Composite & S-video Performance Video Input & Output ConnectorsMicrophone Input Connectors Component Video Performance Declaration of Conformity Menu Tree Menu Tree Appendix Anlg in LVL Front L/R Speakers Full Check Microphones Then, press Setting Levels Front Left Main Menu Setup Speaker Setup Manual Speaker Setup LIVE! Calibration High Audio Levels Output Levels Menu Tree Panorama Effect LVL 2CH Status Input Mode Input Balance LFE MIX Video 43 OSD Component OSD Installation WorksheetInput Select Analog Bypass Appendix CAL Noise Limiter Limit ADJ LFE Limiter Installation Worksheet Index Index Index Video Index Page When Shipping a Product for Service What is Covered?How is Service Obtained? How do State Laws Relate to this Warranty? Part No -14773 Rev 4 05/05