MC-12

Setup

STEP DISTANCES

DISTANCES & LEVELS

LEVELS

 

 

 

AUTO DISTANCES

FRONT LEFT

12

.0ft

CENTER

10

.5ft

FRONT RIGHT

12

.0ft

SIDE RIGHT

4

.5ft

REAR RIGHT

ERROR

REAR LEFT

6

.0ft

SIDE LEFT

4

.5ft

MONO SUB

 

N/A

SUB RIGHT

 

N/A

LFE

 

N/A

FRONT LEFT

OK

Refer to the table on page 3-51for information about all possible speaker calibra- tion messages.

AUTO SPEAKER SETUP

DISTANCESOK

LEVELSERROR

AUTO VALUES APPLIED

PRESS TO VIEW

DETAILS

When the MC-12 is finished calibrating speaker distances and output levels, the AUTO SPEAKER SETUP screen displays, indicating the results for each calibration procedure.

AUTO LEVELS

FRONT LEFT

-2.0dB

CENTER

ERROR

FRONT RIGHT

-2.0dB

SIDE RIGHT

-4.5dB

REAR RIGHT

-3.0dB

REAR LEFT

-3.0dB

SIDE LEFT

-4.5dB

MONO SUB

N/A

SUB RIGHT

N/A

LFE

N/A

FRONT LEFT

OK

Refer to the table on page 3-51for information about all possible speaker calibra- tion messages.

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When the MC-12 is finished calibrating speaker distances, the AUTO DISTANCES screen displays, indicating the results for each individual speaker.

A value indicates that no errors occurred during the calibration procedure.

An ERROR message indicates that a value was calculated, but at least one error occurred during the calibration proce- dure.

• Press the

or

arrow button to high-

light the speaker calibration parameter

you want. Then, press the

button to

view more

detailed results

for the

selected speaker. A message similar to the one shown above will display.

Refer to the table on 3-51for informa- tion about all possible speaker calibration messages.

An OK message indicates that no errors occurred during the calibration proce- dure.

An ERROR message indicates that a value was calculated, but at least one error occurred during calibration.

• Press the or arrow button to high- light the desired calibration procedure.

DISTANCES displays the AUTO DIS- TANCES screen shown in the left column of this table.

LEVELS displays the AUTO LEVELS screen shown in the right column of this table.

• Press the

arrow button to select this

procedure.

 

Refer to the instructions in the appropri- ate column to view more detailed results for each individual speaker.

When the MC-12 is finished calibrating output levels, the AUTO LEVELS screen displays, indicating the results for each individual speaker.

A value indicates that no errors occurred- during the calibration procedure.

An ERROR message indicates that a value was calculated, but at least one error occurred during the calibration proce- dure.

• Press the

or

arrow button to high-

light the desired speaker calibration

parameter.

Then,

press the

arrow

button to view more detailed results for the selected speaker. A message similar to the one shown above displays.

Refer to the table on page 3-51for infor- mation about all possible speaker calibra- tion messages.

Note:

To fine-tune individual speaker distances and output levels, refer to the MANUAL CALIBRATION section that begins on page 3-52.You should also configure BASS PEAK LIMITERS parameter settings. (See “SETTING BASS PEAK LIMITERS” on page 3-57.)

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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.

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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.

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