Home Theater Brochure

Lexicon® occupies a unique position as a leading innovator
in both the professional and consumer audio industries.
Since the release of our first digital audio product in 1971,
Lexicon has stood at the forefront of digital audio
technology with an enviable reputation as a manufacturer
of exceptional professional audio and home theater
products and an inventor of exciting new technologies.
Years of research, development, and experience allow us to
continue expanding the boundaries of the listening
experience.
Our professional audio products are prominently used in
music, television, and film productions worldwide. These
products have won numerous accolades, including an
impressive collection of TEC Awards and an Emmy. Lexicon
processors have been embraced as the standard in
professional digital reverb since the introduction of the
Model 224.The 224 was replaced by the Model 480L which
retained tremendous popularity for over 15 years. Today,
the 960L digital effects system, which replaced the 480L,
has garnered an equally impressive following of producers,
artists, and engineers.
Built to professional standards, our award-winning music
and cinema products are present in fine home theaters all
over the world. With the release of our first digital
processor in 1988, Lexicon earned a reputation as a
premier manufacturer of home theater products. Since
then, our products have continued to set new benchmarks
for performance. Combining power, precision, and
flexibility with an elegant industrial design, the newest
additions to this proud lineage of products are no
exception. The RT-10, MC-12, MC-8, LX-7 and LX-5
represent the finest expression of music and film
reproduction available.
Growing demand for proprietary Lexicon technologies has
led to their appearance in numerous applications – always
with dramatic results. Our processing is relied upon to
enhance the sound of prestigious live halls and venues. Our
critically acclaimed LOGIC 7® processing has been
successfully incorporated in several world-renowned
automobiles, including models from Rolls-Royce™, BMW™
and Mercedes-Benz®. LOGIC 7 technology has also been
licensed to other consumer electronics manufacturers
such as harman/kardon® and AKG®.
Knowingly or unknowingly – you experience Lexicon
products and technologies on a daily basis.The chances are
that Lexicon processing was involved in the television
programs you watch at home, the films you see at the
cinema, and the songs you listen to on your car radio. From
the initial tracks to your living room or automobile,
Lexicon plays a critical role in the process that brings these
recordings to life. Our commitment to the audio
professional and the home theater enthusiast ensures an
unbroken chain between the artist and the audience.
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RT-10 Disc Player
The RT-10 is a reference-quality universal disc transport
designed to play virtually any of the 5” optical media discs
available today. It supports CD (including CD-R, CD-RW,
Video CD, S-VCD, and MP-3), DVD (including DVD-Video,
DVD-Audio, DVD-R, and DVD-RW), and SACD (stereo
and multi-channel). Combining leading-edge audio and
video technology, impressive analog circuitry, and an ample
array of rear panel connectors, the RT-10 is at home in the
finest music and cinema playback systems.
Appealing
Designed to match the industrial design of Lexicon’s
award-winning home theater products, the RT-10 is the
obvious choice when contemplating a source component.
The front panel is crafted from a 1/2” thick piece of solid
aluminum, which is carefully machined and finished to
create the unique look that distinguishes Lexicon’s new
home theater line. The uncluttered front panel provides
basic controls and a blue LED display. A single piece of
aluminum covers the top, then wraps around the sides to
the bottom and is coupled to the chassis with flush
mounted machine screws. All of this results in a clean
appearance that elegantly combines form and function.
For systems utilizing an equipment rack, an optional rack
mounting kit is available.
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Video
Video performance of the RT-10 befits a reference quality
product. The RT-10 features pure cinema, progressive scan
component video output, 12-bit/108MHz digital-to-analog
converters, and professional grade BNC-style component
video output connectors. Pure cinema automatically
converts the frame rate of film sources, which are
recorded at 24 frames per second, to 60 frames per
second for better picture quality. Progressive scan
component video output converts interlaced video signals
into progressive video signals, which doubles the amount of
video information being sent to a compatible display
device. The result is a more stable, flicker-free image with
fewer video artifacts. And the video digital-to-analog
converters ensure that the pristine digital video image does
not degrade during the conversion to analog.
Comprehensive video adjustments and memory locations
complement superior video performance, allowing the
RT-10 to be fine-tuned for any type of display device. In
addition, the RT-10 features a component video output
with RCA connectors for compatibility with products that
do not accept BNC connectors, two composite video
outputs, and an S-video output. With virtually any display
device, the RT-10 is capable of stunning video performance.
Details
Audio
The RT-10 features three S/PDIF digital audio outputs. One
AES/EBU, one coaxial, and one optical connector allow for
external decoding and processing of Dolby Digital®, dts®,
and PCM sources.The RT-10 also has built-in 24-bit/192kHz
digital-to-analog converters for all six analog output
channels to allow high-bandwidth formats, such as DVD-A
and SACD, to be enjoyed in full resolution without any
reduction in the sampling rate or digital word length.
The result is pristine, high quality audio from any disc.
Intuitive
For optimal performance, the RT-10 is equipped with an
extensive array of controls and adjustments.To make setup
easier, the RT-10 includes an intuitive, graphical user
interface with color on-screen display providing convenient
access to menus. Set up is further simplified with an
on-screen setup navigator that provides step-by-step
guidance through the entire process. When the setup
navigator is activated, a series of questions appear on the
screen. Just provide the answers and the RT-10 configures
itself automatically to output the correct audio signals,
video signals, and language settings. For more in-depth
configuration, the menu can be set to the expert mode,
which provides access to all of the RT-10 features and
options. The RT-10 will also allow you to designate
frequently used features into a favorite memory location
that allows access without having to enter the menu.
At the touch of a button, the video outputs can be turned
off, eliminating any possible interference to provide the
cleanest possible audio signals.The back panel of the RT-10
has a trigger input, allowing it to be powered on and off by
an MC-12 or MC-8 digital controller. The back panel also
features an IR input, so the RT-10 can be easily integrated
into an IR-based control system without an IR repeater
attached to the front panel.
Conclusion
With the ability to play virtually any type of 5” optical disc,
the RT-10 represents a solid investment.Whether watching
the latest blockbuster on DVD or enjoying a SACD re-mix
of an old favorite - the RT-10 is sure to please. Even the
most demanding enthusiast will be impressed with its
unbeatable combination of performance, flexibility,
technological sophistication, and ease of use.
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MC-12 Digital Controller
result, the MC-12 will retain its remarkable sonic quality for
years to come.
The MC-12 Digital Controller is a reference-quality,
12-channel digital control center with built-in digital audio
processing, 12 configurable inputs, and 3 zones. It is
available in balanced and unbalanced versions and an
optional rack mount kit is available.
To preserve the accuracy of the input and processing stages,
each of the 12 main audio outputs incorporates 24bit/
192kHz digital-to-analog converters operating in dual
differential mode. This design extends the signal-to-noise
ratio and dynamic range, ensuring the highest quality audio
performance. Digitally controlled analog level controls,
adjustable in .5dB increments, ensure that precise output
levels are achieved. These features enable the MC-12 to
reproduce the subtlest sonic details with stunning accuracy.
Powerful
Equipped with five digital signal processing (DSP) engines,
the MC-12 has enormous processing power. Incoming
Dolby Digital and dts signals are decoded by a Cirrus
Logic® DSP, then sent to four Analog Devices SHARC® 32bit floating-point DSPs. These extremely powerful
processors perform custom Lexicon processing including
LOGIC 7, bass enhancement, dialog enhancement, auto
azimuth, 5-speaker enhancement, bass management,
listening modes, crossovers, and tone controls. These
features are all processed in 32-bit floating-point format, at
up to 96kHz, retaining top performance from any input
source. Although the MC-12 includes tremendous
processing capabilities, three internal expansion slots make
it possible to more than quadruple its processing power.
Complementing its audio performance, the MC-12 features
two broadcast-quality video switchers. An ultra-wide
bandwidth component video switcher accepts any analog
component video input signal. An additional switcher
accommodates high-quality NTSC, PAL, or SECAM
composite and S-video input signals. Both switchers are
Precise
The MC-12 is the most accurate audio and video control
center available. Analog audio inputs are converted to
digital audio signals using high-precision 24-bit/96kHz
analog-to-digital converters, then processed internally at
96kHz. This allows analog audio inputs to access the
benefits of digital signal processing without sacrificing
sound quality. Alternatively, analog audio inputs can bypass
analog-to-digital conversion and internal processing to
remain in the analog domain all the way to the outputs.
Digital audio inputs use a two-stage phase lock loop for
extremely low intrinsic jitter with high rejection, and are
processed at their native sampling rate to eliminate the
performance trade-off of sample rate conversion. Lexicon’s
proprietary auto-azimuth technology corrects timing and
level imbalances at the input, allowing for extremely
accurate playback of surround-encoded sources. The
MC-12 includes exceptionally precise crossovers and tone
controls, which operate in the digital domain to reduce
sonic degradations. Analog crossovers and tone controls
often introduce noise and other distortions that
compromise the integrity of the signal passing through
them. Analog components also change as they age
introducing further inaccuracies not present when the
product was new. Digital processing minimizes these
anomalies and maintains performance over time. As a
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MC-12
designed to provide the convenience of switching without
the signal degradation associated with less rigorous designs.
Advanced
The MC-12 serves as the control center for any highquality home system. More than just a audio and video
preamplifier, the MC-12 provides Dolby Digital EX™, Dolby
Pro Logic II™, dts-ES™, dts Neo:6™, and THX Surround EX™
decoding. The MC-12 also includes updated versions of
Nightclub, Concert Hall, Church, and Cathedral. THX®
Ultra certification ensures that the MC-12 meets the
performance standards set forth by Lucasfilm’s Home THX
division.
The latest version of Lexicon’s critically acclaimed
LOGIC 7 decoding is also included in a 32-bit/96kHz
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Flexible
floating-point implementation. LOGIC 7 creates a 7.1channel output from any 2, 5.1, or 6.1-channel input source.
Unlike other decoders, it requires no special encoding for
playback. For music recordings, LOGIC 7 increases the
sense of spaciousness in the listening room without
altering the front soundstage, providing a more realistic
recreation of the original musical event.When LOGIC 7 is
applied, two-channel film soundtracks are expanded to 7.1channels, resulting in a performance that rivals discrete
multi-channel sources. When applied to 5.1-channel
soundtracks, two additional channels are derived, delivering
a more enveloping listening experience. Because the
improvement LOGIC 7 provides is clearly audible when
compared to other decoders, it is widely recognized as the
finest surround decoder available.
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Digital audio inputs accept signals that range from 16-bit/
44.1kHz to 24-bit/96kHz. An AES/EBU and an optical mini
jack connector are available to accommodate sources with
those connector types. The MC-12 is also capable of
accepting 5.1-channel and stereo analog inputs. The
5.1-channel analog input is ideal for connecting the RT-10
disc player. In addition, the balanced version includes XLR
connectors for all main and second zone audio outputs.
These are useful for applications requiring longer cable
runs and for installations susceptible to noise. To ensure
complete integration, the remote control provides several
banks of IR commands for teaching other system
controllers.The rear panel includes an IR input that allows
the MC-12 to receive commands without an IR repeater
MC-12 Balanced
attached to the front panel, as well as an RS-232 port for
bi-directional communication with compatible controllers.
Three DC trigger outputs are also available for control of
external devices.
The MC-12 can adapt to any listening environment, and can
be configured for any type of application. Each of the three
zones can use a different input source simultaneously. For
instance, watch a DVD in the theater, while playing a CD in
the kitchen, and recording a favorite television show from
satellite to the VCR. The record zone can also be used to
control audio and video in a third zone if recording is not
necessary. Extensive input and speaker configuration
options introduce a wide range of possibilities. Any digital
audio, analog audio, and video input connector can be
assigned to any input. Analog audio inputs can also be
converted to digital audio signals, providing access to
digital crossovers, bass management, and tone controls.
Independent digital crossovers are available in 10Hz
increments from 30Hz to 120Hz, making it easy to choose
the appropriate crossover setting for all speakers in the
system. Three independent subwoofer outputs and
sophisticated routing provide multiple subwoofer setup
options and comprehensive bass management. For the
purist, an analog bypass option allows analog audio signals
to bypass analog-to-digital conversion and internal
processing altogether.
An intuitive user-interface with an on-screen display
provides quick access to the mode adjust, audio controls,
and setup menus. The mode adjust and audio controls
menus allow listening modes and tone controls to be
customized to suit individual preferences. The setup menu
allows the unit to be configured for optimal performance
in any system. Comprehensive bass management
automatically routes low-frequency signals to the speakers
most capable of reproducing them. The speaker distance
menu provides precise adjustment of all speaker signal
arrival times at the listening position, minimizing sonic
deficiencies that arise from less than ideal speaker
placement.
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Appealing
The MC-12 development team faced a formidable
challenge: Create the finest possible audio and video
control center for the playback of music and film
soundtracks – and make it as impressive to see as it is to
hear and use. Each design element was carefully crafted to
convey a sense of elegance and strength, including the
machined aluminum front panel and volume knob, as well
as the thick aluminum chassis cover. The balanced version
also features an attractive cast aluminum base. These
elements were thoughtfully integrated into a package that
is simple to use.Three separate banks of input buttons on
the front panel provide access to all 12 inputs for each
zone.These banks consist of custom-designed buttons that
are individually backlit with blue, amber, and red LEDs for
easy differentiation between zones.
Expandable
The MC-12 is designed to accommodate improvements in
software, signal processing, and connectivity. An RS-232
port is available to perform flash memory upgrades of
system software in the field, while a second RS-232 port is
provided to support future options.Three internal slots for
expansion cards are available should Lexicon add formats
and functionality that requires additional hardware. This
allows the MC-12 to more than quadruple its considerable
processing power.A rear panel access plate is also included
should Lexicon want to offer additional rear panel
connectors as new technologies emerge.
Lexicon processors have always provided 7.1-channel audio
outputs.While most other manufacturers are still working
to achieve this capability, Lexicon is looking beyond eight
channels. The MC-12 features a forward-looking
complement of twelve channels that includes seven main
audio outputs, three subwoofer outputs, and two auxiliary
outputs for expansion. In addition, four microphone inputs
are included to support future upgrade possibilities.
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LX Power Amplifiers
The LX series power amplifiers are designed to deliver the
full impact of multi-channel soundtracks with exceptional
fidelity, combining tremendous dynamic range with
stunning clarity. Featuring unique technology, the LX series
amplifiers achieve sonic neutrality and superior
performance, essential qualities in today’s most advanced
multi-channel playback systems. The LX power amplifiers
are available in seven and five channel versions.
Powerful
amplifier card for each channel. These cards provide an
impressive 200 watts per channel into 8 ohms. Four cards
can be bridged, resulting in two astounding 400 watt
channels, in addition to the remaining 200 watt channels.
A massive toroidal power transformer and several
oversized capacitors provide ample power reserves, even
when all of the channels are delivering maximum output
simultaneously. The LX Power Amplifiers are capable of
delivering the extreme dynamics of the most demanding
music and film soundtracks with ease and authority.
Precise
The LX power amplifiers are designed to faithfully
reproduce every nuance of today’s soundtracks. Four
custom-designed, hand-graded output transistors for each
channel allow the LX power amplifiers to perform at their
best under conditions that would compromise lesser
designs. As a result, even under adverse conditions, these
amplifiers accurately reproduce the subtlest sonic details.
THX Ultra Certification ensures that the amplifiers meet
the rigorous performance standards set forth by THX’s
home division.
Advanced
MC-12 and LX-7
The LX Power Amplifiers feature Junction Temperature
Simulation advanced thermal protection. An internal
processor predicts internal transistor temperatures and
protects them from overheating, allowing the amplifiers to
achieve maximum performance with a minimum number of
very high-quality output transistors. This results in
increased performance and reliability. In addition, the LX
amplifiers feature thermal protection for each channel and
the main power transformer. The amplifiers provide DC
protection for each channel, preventing DC and
frequencies below 10Hz from damaging the speakers.All of
these technologies help to ensure maximum performance
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without compromising the long-term reliability of the
product and its components. In addition, the amplifiers are
designed to protect themselves and other equipment in the
system by automatically shutting down if a short circuit,
device failure, improper wiring, or internal fault occurs.
Flexible
The LX Power Amplifiers are available in seven and five
channel versions, with outputs capable of driving 2Ω loads.
Bridgeable architecture allows the amplifiers to be
configured for as many as two 400 watt channels capable of
driving 4Ω loads. These 400 watt channels are in addition
to the remaining 200 watt channels. One application for
bridgeable architecture is for systems with less sensitive
front left and right loudspeakers. Providing more power to
these speakers can greatly enhance their performance,
especially if they are being asked to match the acoustic
output levels of more sensitive loudspeakers in the system.
Selectable balanced and unbalanced audio inputs are
available on all channels, ensuring compatibility with any
type of digital controller, such as the MC-12 or MC-8.
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Heavy-duty, gold-plated speaker outputs accommodate a
wide variety of speaker wires and connectors.A rear panel
trigger input allows the LX Power Amplifiers to be
powered on and off by an external device. When this
trigger input is connected to a Lexicon digital controller,
both products will power on and off with the digital
controller power button for added convenience. The
amplifiers also feature a ground lift switch that helps
eliminate audible hum caused by multiple grounding paths
in the system.
Appealing
The LX power amplifiers were designed to be the perfect
complement to the MC-12 and MC-8 digital controllers in
appearance as well as performance. Both feature a thick
aluminum front panel with a unique and complementary
industrial design. A microprocessor controlled forced-air
cooling system allows the amplifier chassis to remain
relatively small. Multi-color channel status LEDs on the
front panel of the LX Power Amplifiers are attractive as
well as informative.Aluminum chassis covers and feet make
the LX power amplifier the perfect match for the MC-12
or MC-8 digital controller.
LX-5
Conclusion
Built to professional standards, the MC-12 Digital
Controllers and LX Power Amplifiers establish a new
benchmark for music and cinema products. Even the most
demanding enthusiast will be impressed with their unique
combination of power, performance, flexibility, and
technological sophistication. With extensive expansion
capabilities, the MC-12 represents a solid investment that
will retain its value in the face of emerging technologies.
Advanced design ensures that the LX Power Amplifiers will
also deliver maximum performance for years to come.
A leader in both the consumer and professional audio
industries, Lexicon has stood at the forefront of digital
audio for more than three decades. Lexicon products have
received critical acclaim for their superior performance
and lasting value. Years of experience, combined with
superior research and development allow Lexicon to
continue to create unique new technologies and products
that expand the boundaries of the listening experience.
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MC-12 Balanced (top) & LX-7 pictured
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RT-10
MC-8
LX-7
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Balanced
MC-8 Digital Controller
Based on the reference MC-12 digital controller, the MC-8
is perfectly suited for less complex multi-channel systems
in which sound quality, picture quality, ease-of-use and
reliability are still of paramount importance. Sharing the
unique industrial design that identifies the new line of
Lexicon home theater products, the MC-8 is available in
balanced and unbalanced versions and an optional rack
mounting kit is available.
Value
Equipped with 2 independent zones, 8 configurable inputs,
and 8 channels of output, the MC-8 is ideal for all but the
most elaborate systems.With fewer rear panel connectors
and one less zone than the MC-12, the MC-8 is physically
smaller and more affordable. Drawing on Lexicon’s
legendary expertise in digital audio, the MC-8 offers
superior performance and value for today’s music and
home theater enthusiast.
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The MC-8 Balanced includes balanced audio outputs for all
channels, including Zone 2. In many installations, the Digital
Controller is located in an equipment rack along with
tuners, satellite receivers, and so on which can introduce
audible interference into the system. By using balanced
audio connections between the digital controller and the
power amplifier, the potential for audio interference is
minimized. For systems utilizing amplified speakers,
balanced connections will eliminate noise introduced on
cables between the digital controller and speakers.
Powerful
At the heart of the MC-8 are four Analog Devices SHARC
digital signal processing engines, one Cirrus Logic DSP
engine, and ten 24-bit/192kHz digital-to-analog converters
- an architecture that is nearly identical to the MC-12. As
a result, the MC-12 and MC-8 share the same tremendous
processing power and sonic soul. The MC-8 includes THX
Ultra2 certification and dts 96/24 decoding, rounding out
its impressive list of playback technologies: Dolby Digital
EX, Pro-Logic II, dts-ES, dts Neo:6, and LOGIC 7.
MC-8 Balanced
Expandable
LOGIC 7
The MC-8 features Lexicon’s decoding technology:
LOGIC 7. Based on years of psychoacoustic research,
LOGIC 7 strikes a delicate balance between channel
separation and surround envelopment. For music, film, and
broadcast sources, LOGIC 7 distinguishes between
primary and background signals and processes them
appropriately. Prominent sounds like a singer’s voice or an
airplane’s roar are reproduced with stunning clarity. The
signal is sent to the appropriate speaker with high channel
separation, while secondary sounds like the ambient noise
of a concert hall or the great outdoors are reproduced
with amazing spaciousness. With LOGIC 7, the listener
experiences an unmatched sense of involvement.
Connected
With formats such as DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, Super
Audio CD, and High-Definition TV, the demand for input
connectors has grown. The MC-8 provides compatibility
with these formats, offering 3 component video inputs and
8 configurable analog inputs. The analog inputs can be
configured as; 8 stereo inputs, 5 stereo inputs plus one 5.1channel input, or 2 stereo inputs plus two 5.1-channel
inputs for separate DVD-A and SACD sources.
Like the MC-12, the MC-8 provides the ability to easily
upgrade its software via a rear panel RS-232 port. The
MC-8 also features 2 internal upgrade slots and 2 rear
panel access plates, which provide the ability to augment
the rear panel connections should upgrades be made
available by Lexicon.
Simple
The MC-8 uses the same intuitive on-screen menu system
and user interface as the MC-12 for navigation of the
set-up options and features. Both new users and those that
are familiar with Lexicon digital controllers will instantly
feel at home with the MC-8 and will be fine-tuning it in
minutes.
Conclusion
Designed with a careful balance of performance and
function, the MC-8 is sure to impress with its stellar
performance, simple user interface, set-up flexibility, and
expandability. Combined with a RT-10 disc player and a LX
series power amplifier, the MC-8 serves as the core of a
high performance, high value home theater system.
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MC-12 Specifications
Audio Inputs and Outputs
Digital-to-Analog
Conversion
24-bit, 44.1 to 192kHz, multi-bit S∑
architecture
Frequency Response
10Hz to 20kHz, +0.1dB/-0.25dB,
-0.75dB at 40kHz, reference 1kHz
Audio Inputs
8 stereo pairs (RCA) or 5 stereo pairs and
one 5.1-channel analog input
THD + Noise
Below 0.008% at 1kHz, maximum output
level
Digital Audio Inputs
6 coaxial (RCA), 6 optical (5 TosLink, and 1
optical mini jack), 1 AES/EBU; coaxial and
optical inputs conform to IEC-958, S/PDIF
standards
44.1, 48, 88.2, 96kHz
16-24 bits PCM audio, Dolby Digital, dts
and dts-ES discrete data formats
Dynamic Range
105dB minimum, 108dB typical, 22kHz
bandwidth
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
105dB minimum, 108dB typical, 22kHz
bandwidth
Input Sensitivity
200mVrms
(4Vrms for maximum output level)
12 unbalanced (RCA) and 12 balanced
(XLR, MC-12 Balanced only) for Front L/R,
Center, LFE, Subwoofer L/R, Side L/R, Rear
L/R, Auxiliary L/R
Input Impedance
100kΩ in parallel with 150pF
Output Level
200mVrms typical, 4Vrms maximum
(RCA outputs); 400mVrms typical, 8Vrms
maximum (XLR outputs, Zone 2 only,
MC-12 Balanced only); maximum value
with full-scale input signal and volume
at 0dB
Output Impedance
100Ω in parallel with 150pF
(RCA outputs); 50Ω in parallel with 150pF
(XLR outputs, Zone 2 only, MC-12
Balanced only)
Sample Rates:
Accepts:
Main Audio Outputs
Zone 2 Audio Outputs
2 stereo pairs (RCA, one fixed and one
variable output level); 2 balanced (XLR) for
L/R variable output (MC-12 Balanced only)
Record Audio Outputs
2 stereo pairs (RCA, one fixed and one
variable output level); 1 coaxial (RCA) and
1 optical (TosLink) S/PDIF output
(in parallel)
Performance (Main Zone)
Video Inputs and Outputs
Analog-to-Digital
Conversion
24-bit, 96kHz, dual-bit
S∑ architecture
Video Inputs
5 composite (RCA), 8 S-video, and
4 component video (3 RCA, 1 BNC)
Digital-to-Analog
Conversion
24-bit, 44.1 to 192kHz, multi-bit S∑
architecture, operating in dual-mono mode
Video Outputs
Frequency Response
10Hz to 20kHz, +0.1dB/-0.25dB,
-0.75dB at 40 kHz, reference 1kHz
4 composite (RCA, 2 monitor and 2
record), 4 S-video (2 monitor and 2
record), and 1 component (BNC)
THD + Noise
Below 0.008% at 1kHz, maximum output
level
Dynamic Range
108dB minimum, 111dB typical, 22kHz
bandwidth
Performance (Composite & S-video)
NTSC M, PAL, and SECAM compatible
Switching
Active
Output Level
1.0V peak-to-peak
Impedance
75Ω
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
108dB minimum, 111dB typical, 22kHz
bandwidth
Input Sensitivity
200mVrms (2Vrms for maximum output
level) at 0dB input gain
Input Return Loss
>40dB
Differential Gain
<0.5%
Input Impedance
100kΩ in parallel with 150pF
Differential Phase
<0.5°
Output Level
150mVrms typical, 6Vrms maximum
(RCA outputs); 300mVrms typ, 12Vrms
maximum (XLR outputs, MC-12 Balanced
only); maximum value with full-scale input
signal and volume at +12dB
Bandwidth
>25MHz
K Factor
<0.3%
Gain
±0.15dB
Signal/Noise Ratio
>70dB
Frequency Response
10Hz to 10MHz + 0.1/
-0.3dB
Output Impedance
100Ω in parallel with 150pF (RCA
outputs); 50Ω in parallel with 150pF
(XLR outputs, MC-12 Balanced only)
Performance (Component Video)
Performance (Zone 2 and Record Zone)
Analog-to-Digital
Conversion
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24-bit, 44.1 to 96kHz, dual-bit S∑
architecture (Record Zone only)
3-channel (Y, Pr, Pb), format-independent
Switching
Passive
Impedance
75Ω
Bandwidth
Insertion Loss
>300MHz
<3dB
Other
Microphone Inputs
Input sensitivity:
Input Impedance:
Trigger Outputs
6.73 inches (171mm)
17.3 inches (440mm)
14.85 inches (377mm)
Weight
4 3.5mm miniature phone jacks
10mVrms
(400mV maximum input level)
MC-12:
MC-12 Balanced:
Rack Mounting
1 power on/off trigger, 2 programmable
triggers; +12 VDC, 0.5 amps each;
detachable screw terminals
2 9-pin D-sub connectors for system
control and software upgrades
Power Requirements
90-250 VAC, 50-60Hz, 90W (universal line
input), detachable power cord
Dimensions
36lbs (16.4kg)
45lbs (20.5kg)
Optional brackets are available for
installing either unit in a standard 19"
equipment rack (3 rack units required for
MC-12, 4 rack units required for MC-12
Balanced).
20kΩ (accepts balanced or unbalanced
input signals)
RS-232 Serial
Input/Output
MC-12:
Height (with feet)
Width
Depth
MC-12 Balanced:
Height (with feet)
Width
Depth
Environment
Operating Temp:
Storage Temp:
Relative Humidity:
Remote Control
Batteries:
0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F)
-30° to 75°C (-22° to 167°F)
95% maximum without condensation
Hand-held, backlit
infrared remote control unit
Two AA
5.65 inches (144mm)
17.3 inches (440mm)
14.85 inches (377mm)
Specifications are subject to change without notice
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MC-8 Specifications
Audio Inputs and Outputs
Audio Inputs
8 stereo pairs (RCA) or 5 stereo pairs and
one 5.1-channel analog input or 2 stereo
pairs and two 5.1-channel analog inputs
Digital Audio Inputs
4 coaxial (RCA), 4 optical (TosLink);
coaxial and optical inputs conform to
IEC-958, S/PDIF standards
44.1, 48, 88.2, 96kHz
16-24 bits PCM audio, Dolby Digital, dts
and dts-ES discrete data formats
Sample Rates:
Accepts:
Main Audio Outputs
8 unbalanced (RCA) and 8 balanced (XLR,
MC-8 Balanced only) for Front L/R, Center,
Subwoofer, Side L/R, Rear L/R
Zone 2 Audio Outputs
1 stereo pair (RCA, one variable output
level); 1 coaxial (RCA) S/PDIF output,
1 balanced (XLR) for L/R variable output
(MC-8 Balanced only)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
103dB minimum, 22kHz bandwidth
Input Sensitivity
200mVrms
(4Vrms for maximum output level)
Input Impedance
100kΩ in parallel with 150pF
Output Level
200mVrms typical, 4Vrms maximum
(RCA outputs); 400mVrms typical, 8Vrms
maximum (XLR outputs, Zone 2 only,
MC-8 Balanced only); maximum value with
full-scale input signal and volume
at 0dB
Output Impedance
100Ω in parallel with 150pF
(RCA outputs); 50Ω in parallel with 150pF
(XLR outputs, Zone 2 only, MC-8 Balanced
only)
Video Inputs and Outputs
Video Inputs
5 composite (RCA), 5 S-video, and
3 component video (3 RCA)
Video Outputs
2 composite (RCA, 1 monitor and 1
Zone2), 2 S-video (1 monitor and 1
Zone2), and 1 component (RCA)
Performance (Main Zone)
Analog-to-Digital
Conversion
24-bit, 96kHz, dual-bit
S∑ architecture
Digital-to-Analog
Conversion
24-bit, 44.1 to 192kHz, multi-bit S∑
architecture
Frequency Response
10Hz to 20kHz, +0.05dB/-0.1dB,
-0.5dB at 40 kHz, reference 1kHz
THD + Noise
Below 0.008% at 1kHz, maximum output
level
Dynamic Range
NTSC M, PAL, and SECAM compatible
Switching
Active
Output Level
1.0V peak-to-peak
Impedance
75Ω
Input Return Loss
>40dB
108dB minimum, 22kHz bandwidth
Differential Gain
<0.5%
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
108dB minimum, 22kHz bandwidth
Differential Phase
<0.5°
Input Sensitivity
200mVrms (2Vrms for maximum output
level) at 0dB input gain
Bandwidth
>25MHz
K Factor
<0.3%
Input Impedance
100kΩ in parallel with 150pF
Gain
±0.15dB
Output Level
150mVrms typical, 6Vrms maximum
(RCA outputs); 300mVrms typ, 12Vrms
maximum (XLR outputs, MC-8 Balanced
only); maximum value with full-scale input
signal and volume at +12dB
Signal/Noise Ratio
>65dB
Frequency Response
10Hz to 10MHz + 0.1/
-0.3dB
Output Impedance
100Ω in parallel with 150pF (RCA
outputs); 50Ω in parallel with 150pF
(XLR outputs, MC-8 Balanced only)
Performance (Zone 2)
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Performance (Composite & S-video)
Digital-to-Analog
Conversion
24-bit, 44.1 to 192kHz, multi-bit S∑
architecture
Frequency Response
10Hz to 20kHz, +0.1dB/-0.25dB,
-0.75dB at 40kHz, reference 1kHz
THD + Noise
Below 0.005% at 1kHz, maximum output
level
Dynamic Range
103dB minimum, 22kHz bandwidth
Performance (Component Video)
3-channel (Y, Pb, Pr), format-independent
Switching
Passive
Impedance
75Ω
Bandwidth
>150MHz
Insertion Loss
<3dB
Other
Trigger Outputs
1 power on/off trigger, 1 programmable
triggers; +12 VDC, 0.5 amps each;
detachable screw terminals
RS-232 Serial
2 9-pin D-sub connectors for system
Input/Output
control and software upgrades
Power Requirements
90-250 VAC, 50-60Hz, 90W (universal line
input), detachable power cord
Rack Mounting
Optional brackets are available for
installing either unit in a standard 19"
equipment rack (2 rack units required for
MC-8, 3 rack units required for MC-8
Balanced).
Dimensions
MC-8:
Height (with feet)
Width
Depth
Environment
3.81 inches (97mm)
17.3 inches (440mm)
14.85 inches (377mm)
Remote Control
MC-8 Balanced:
Height (with feet)
Width
Depth
Operating Temp:
Storage Temp:
Relative Humidity:
5.04 inches (128mm)
17.3 inches (440mm)
14.85 inches (377mm)
Batteries:
0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F)
-30° to 75°C (-22° to 167°F)
95% maximum without condensation
Hand-held, backlit
infrared remote control unit
Two AA
Weight
MC-8:
MC-8 Balanced:
17lbs (7.6kg)
24lbs (10.7kg)
Specifications are subject to change without notice
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LX Amplifier Specifications
Audio Inputs
IM Distortion
Below 0.03% at 200W
LX-7
7 RCA, 7 XLR (including
1/4-inch Tip/Ring/Sleeve)
Crosstalk
-80dB at 1kHz, minimum
Damping Factor
250 at 20Hz, minimum
5 RCA, 5 XLR (including 1/4-inch
Tip/Ring/Sleeve)
Input
Sensitivity
2V in for 100W out at 8Ω, balanced inputs 1V in
for 100W out at 8Ω, unbalanced inputs
Input
Impedance
20kΩ, balanced
10kΩ, unbalanced
Gain
23dB, balanced
29dB, unbalanced
LX-5
Audio Outputs
LX-7
7 pairs of heavy-duty binding posts
LX-5
5 pairs of heavy-duty binding posts
Other
Performance
Amplifier performance specifications are identical in INDIVIDUAL and
(BRIDGED) Modes, with the exception of Output Power and
Minimum Speaker Impedance. (BRIDGED) Mode includes channels 1
& 2 and 3 & 4 only.
12V DC +/- 10%
Power
Requirements
120V 60Hz 20A (Domestic)
230V 50Hz 12.5A (Export)
Dimensions
Output Power
200W at 8Ω, all channels driven 20Hz to 20kHz
400W at 8Ω, {BRIDGED)
Height (with feet)
5.65 inches (144mm)
Width
17.3 inches (440mm)
Minimum
Speaker
Impedance
2Ω, INDIVIDUAL Mode
4Ω, (BRIDGED) Mode
Depth
19 inches (483mm)
Frequency
Response
20Hz to 20kHz ±0.1dB
10Hz to 100kHz +0.5/-3dB
LX-7
LX-5
52lbs (23.6kg)
THD
Below 0.02%, 200W at 8Ω, all channels driven
20Hz to 20kHz
Rack Mounting
Signal-toNoise Ratio
111dB 22kHz bandwidth, balanced inputs
109dB 22kHz bandwidth, unbalanced inputs
Optional brackets are available for installing
either amplifier in a standard 19-inch
equipment rack (3 rack units required).
(Ref 200W at 8Ω)
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Trigger Input
Weight
56lbs (25.4kg)
RT-10 Specifications
Discs Supported
DVD-V, DVD-A, DVD-R, DVD-RW, SACD,
CD, CD-R, CD-RW, VCD (v2.0, MPEG 1),
S-VCD (IEC), and MP-3
Video Performance
Digital-to-Analog
Conversion
12-bit/108MHz
(10-bit/54Mhz for A/V Euroconnector)
Bandwidth
6MHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
75dB (Y output)
Output Level
1.0V peak-to-peak
Output Impedance
75 Ohms
Audio Outputs
Digital Audio Outputs
4 stereo pairs (RCA). 2 front, surround,
and center/subwoofer
Other
1 AES/EBU (XLR), 1 Coaxial (RCA) and 1
optical (Toslink). All conform to IEC-958
and S/PDIF standards
Trigger Input
12V DC; detachable screw terminals
IR input
3.5mm T/R/S
D1/D2
14-pin D connector
Power Requirements
120VAC, 50-60Hz (USA model)
230VAC, 50-60Hz (Export model)
Power Consumption
20W
Dimensions
17.3”w x 3.7”h x 12.2”d
(440 x 94 x 310mm)
Weight
17.2lbs (7.8kg)
Rack Mounting
Optional brackets are available for mounting
unit in a standard 19” equipment rack
Audio Performance
Digital-to-Analog
Conversion
24-bit/192kHz
Frequency Response
20Hz-20kHz (+/- .5dB) -1.0dB at 50kHz,
reference 1 kHz (Front L/R outputs)
THD + Noise
0.004% at 1kHz
Dynamic Range
100dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
100dB
Operating Temperature
5 to 35 degrees C
Channel Separation
100dB
Relative Humidity
85% maximum without condensation
Output Level
2.0V maximum
Remote Control
Hand-held, battery-powered infrared
remote control unit
Batteries: Two AA
Video Outputs
2 component video (1 RCA, 1 BNC),
1 S-video, and 2 composite video (RCA)
Specifications are subject to change without notice
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Printed in U.S.A.
©2003 Lexicon, Inc.
Part # 072-14859 Rev. 2
Lexicon, Inc. is not responsible for any typographical errors.
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