Index

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PLIIx MOV listening mode, 5-20PLIIx MUS listening mode, 5-20POSITION parameter, 3-63power switch, 2-7

PRE-DELAY parameter, 5-10,5-12,5-41program operation parameters, 3-68–3-69

R

REAR DLY OFFSET parameter, 5-5–5-6,5-12,5-165-17,5-25,5-28–5-29,5-42

REAR L/R parameter, 3-26,3-28–3-29,3-36,5-35,5-42REAR LEFT parameter, 3-34

rear panel MC-12, 2-6

MC-12 Balanced, 2-8overview, 2-6

REAR PANEL CONFIG menu, 3-2REAR RIGHT parameter, 3-34REC BALANCE parameter, 4-2REC PWR ON parameter, 3-66RECORD ADVANCED menu, 3-20,A-20RECORD ADVANCED parameter, 3-15RECORD BALANCE parameter, 4-7,A-22RECORD IN parameter, 3-15,3-18–3-19,A-20RECORD parameter, 3-20,A-20

Record parameter, 3-21Record Zone, 2-19

record zone audio output connectors, 2-9record zone video output connectors, 2-9

RE-EQUALIZER parameter, 5-5,5-7–5-9,5-16–5-17,5-19,5-25–5-26,5-28–5-30,5-42

remote control

arrow buttons, 2-11battery installation, 1-6BLUE button, 2-16command bank activation, 2-13command matrix, 2-14

FP button, 2-16

input selection buttons, 2-14

light button, 2-14

SPEECH DETECT parameter, 5-10–5-11,5-43

Main Zone, 2-14

SPREAD parameter, 5-43

menu button, 2-11

standby button, 2-3

operation considerations, 2-10

STAT button, 2-17

OSD button, 2-16

STATUS menu descriptions, 2-21

overview, 2-10

STATUS menu Level Meters, 2-26

Record Zone, 2-14

STATUS menu parameters, 2-25

Shift, 2-14

STATUS parameter, 3-63,3-65

Zone 2, 2-14

SUB L/R LVL parameter, 5-32

REMOTE ONLY parameter, 3-68–3-69

SUB L/R parameter, 3-26

REMOTE STATE parameter, 3-63–3-64,A-22

SUB LEVEL parameter, 5-15–5-16,5-22–5-23,5-28,

removable access panel, 2-10

5-43

RESET MODE parameter, 5-36,5-42

SUB parameter, 5-35

RESTORE DEFAULT NAME menu, 3-6–3-7

SUB RIGHT parameter, 3-34

restoring factory-default settings, 6-4

SUB XOVER parameter, 3-26,3-28,3-30

REVERB LVL parameter, 5-42

SUBWOOFER parameter, 3-30

ROLLOFF parameter, 5-11,5-42

SUBWOOFERS L/R parameter, 3-28

routine maintenance, 6-3

SURR MIX LVL parameter, 2-26

RS-232 connectors, 2-9

SURR ROLLOFF parameter, 5-5–5-6,5-12,5-15,5-23,

 

5-43

S

SURROUND DLY parameter, 5-8,5-44

SURROUND EX parameter, 5-19,5-30,5-44

S:VIDEO 16:9 parameter, 3-15

SURROUND MIX parameter, 5-22,5-28,5-32,5-44

S-VIDEO 16

S:VIDEO OSD 4:3 parameter, 3-15

9 parameter, 3-16

safety instructions, ii, v

 

SAMPLE RATE parameter, 2-21–2-22,2-24,2-26

 

SET DISTANCES display, 3-50

T

SET LEVELS display, 3-50

 

SETTING DISTANCES screen, 3-48

THX button, 5-4

SETTING LEVELS screen, 3-48

THX listening mode, 5-18

SETUP menu, 2-12,3-2

THX SPEAKER SETUP screen, 3-25

SETUP parameter, 3-70

THX SurEX listening mode, 5-18

SHAPE parameter, 5-42

THX ULTRA2 listening mode, 5-18,5-29–5-30

SIDE L/R parameter, 3-26,3-28,5-35,5-42

THX ULTRA2 SUB parameter, 3-26,3-31

SIDE LEFT parameter, 3-34

TILT EQ parameter, 4-2,4-5

SIDE RIGHT parameter, 3-34

TREBLE parameter, 4-2,4-4

SIZE parameter, 5-10–5-11,5-42

trigger output connectors, 2-10

SOUND STAGE parameter, 5-5–5-6,5-43

TRIGGER SETUP menu, 3-2

SOURCE parameter, 5-13,5-43

troubleshooting, 6-2

SPEAKER ANGLE parameter, 5-13,5-43

TV button, 5-4

speaker calibration parameters, 3-33

Two-line Status

SPEAKER SETUP menu, 3-2

Main Zone, 2-19

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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.