MC-8 Digital Controller User Guide
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Introduction Lexicon DOCUMENTATION CONVENTIONS This document contains general safety, installation and operation instructions for the MC-8 and MC-8 Balanced Digital Controllers. It is important to read this user guide before attempting to use the product. Pay particular attention to safety instructions.
Introduction MC-8 Table of Contents Documentation Conventions........................................................ ii Getting Started About the MC-8 ........................................................................ 1-2 Highlights ............................................................................. 1-4 Product Registration .................................................................. 1-5 Installation Considerations.........................................................
Introduction Routine Maintenance.................................................................6-4 Restoring Factory-Default Settings .............................................6-4 Appendix Specifications.............................................................................A-2 Declaration of Conformity .........................................................A-4 Menu Tree.................................................................................A-5 Installation Worksheet ..................
1 Getting Started About the MC-8 ......................................................................... 1-2 Highlights ................................................................................................. 1-4 Product Registration ................................................................... 1-5 Installation Considerations.......................................................... 1-5 Remote Control Battery Installation ............................................
Getting Started Lexicon ABOUT THE MC-8 Thank you for purchasing the MC-8 Digital Controller, an 8-channel audio and video control center with independent zone monitoring that provides control of audio and video source selection in two zones at the same time. The MC-8 includes eight configurable inputs, each of which can be assigned to its eight digital audio, eight analog audio, five composite video, five S-Video, or three component video input connectors.
MC-8 Digital audio input signals are processed through a two-stage phase lock loop for extremely low intrinsic jitter and high rejection. Lexicon’s proprietary auto azimuth technology corrects timing and level imbalances in stereo sources, ensuring exceptionally accurate playback of surround-encoded sources. A digital audio pass through output is available for recording digital signals with a CD recorder or a similar component.
Getting Started Lexicon HIGHLIGHTS • Eight channels • Five S-Video input connectors • RS-232 control • Eight configurable inputs • Five composite video input connectors • Digital audio output connector • Two independent zones • Broadcast-quality video switching • Two trigger output connectors • Four S/PDIF coaxial and four S/PDIF optical digital audio input connectors • Four 32-bit DSP engines • Rear-panel IR input connector • Four microphone input connectors Up to two 5.
MC-8 Getting Started PRODUCT REGISTRATION Please register the MC-8 Digital Controller within 15 days of purchase. Register online at www.lexicon.com or complete and return the product registration card attached to the back cover of this user guide. Retain the sales receipt as proof of warranty coverage. INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS The MC-8 requires special care during installation to ensure optimal performance.
Getting Started Lexicon REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION The remote control requires two AA batteries. The batteries should be replaced as needed. Alkaline batteries, which last longer without leaking, are recommended. When battery power is low, the remote control enters a low-voltage condition, preventing it from operating the MC-8. When this occurs, replace the batteries. Normal operation will resume when new batteries are installed. To replace the remote control batteries: 1.
2 Basic Operation Front Panel Overview ................................................................. 2-2 Rear Panel Overview................................................................... 2-6 Remote Control Overview ........................................................ 2-10 Operation Considerations........................................................................ 2-10 MAIN Menu ............................................................................................
Basic Operation Lexicon FRONT-PANEL OVERVIEW The MC-8 is shown below. The MC-8 Balanced is shown on page 2-4. The front panels are identical, except the MC-8 Balanced has a larger chassis. The numbers in the front-panel illustrations correspond with the numbered items in the text. 2 3 4 5 1 6 7 9 8 10 1 STANDBY BUTTON 2 FRONT-PANEL DISPLAY Use the Standby button to activate or deactivate standby mode. The Standby button performs no function when the MC-8 rearpanel power switch is powered off.
Basic Operation MC-8 3 IR RECEIVER To adjust the Zone 2 volume level: The IR receiver receives infrared commands from the MC-8 remote control. There are three associated LEDs. 1. Press and hold the front-panel Zone 2 input selection button that corresponds with the current input source. For instance, if the current input source is using the DVD1 input, press and hold the DVD1 input selection button. • The amber LED blinks when a remote control command is received.
Basic Operation Lexicon FRONT-PANEL OVERVIEW (continued) The MC-8 Balanced, shown below, has a larger chassis than the MC-8, shown on page 2-2. Otherwise, they are identical. The numbers in the front-panel illustrations correspond with the numbered items in the text. 2 3 4 1 5 6 9 7 8 10 6 MUTE BUTTON Mutes or restores the MC-8 Main Zone volume to its original level. Press the Mute button to mute volume level; “MUTE ON” appears in the on-screen and front-panel displays.
Basic Operation MC-8 7 MAIN ZONE INPUT SELECTION BUTTONS 9 ZONE 2 INPUT SELECTION BUTTONS Selects the corresponding input in the Main Zone. When an input is selected, a blue LED lights on the corresponding input selection button. When the Main Zone is deactivated, pressing a Main Zone input selection button activates the Main Zone and selects the corresponding input. Zone 2 remains deactivated until a Zone 2 input is selected. Selects the corresponding input in Zone 2.
Basic Operation Lexicon REAR-PANEL OVERVIEW The MC-8 is shown below. The MC-8 Balanced, shown on page 2-8, includes balanced audio output connectors for the Main Zone and Zone 2. Otherwise, both models are identical. The numbers in the rear-panel illustrations correspond with the numbered items in the text. 1 3 2 14 13 12 11 4 10 5 9 6 7 8 CAUTION! Never make or break connections to the MC-8 unless the MC-8 and all associated components are powered off.
Basic Operation MC-8 3 VIDEO INPUT CONNECTORS 6 MICROPHONE INPUT CONNECTORS Provide video input in the Main Zone and Zone 2. Five composite video connectors labeled Video 1 to 5, five S-Video connectors labeled S-Video 1 to 5, and three component video connectors labeled 1 to 3 are available. The component video connectors are not available for Zone 2. Provide microphone input for speaker distance and output level calibration. Additionally, inputs 1 (left) and 2 (right) are used when LIVE! is active.
Basic Operation Lexicon REAR-PANEL OVERVIEW (continued) The MC-8 is shown on page 2-6. The MC-8 Balanced, shown below, includes balanced analog audio output connectors for the Main Zone and Zone 2. Otherwise, both models are identical. The numbers in the rear-panel illustrations correspond with the numbered items in the text. 2 1 14 13 3 12 11 4 10 15 5 9 6 7 8 CAUTION! Never make or break connections to the MC-8 unless the MC-8 and all associated components are powered off.
Basic Operation MC-8 10 MAIN ZONE AUDIO OUTPUT CONNECTORS 12 RS-232 CONNECTORS Provide analog audio output in the Main Zone. Eight connectors–labeled Front L/R, Center, Subwoofer, Side L/R and Rear L/R–are available. The RS-232 serial connector (1) is used to perform configuration downloads and flash memory software upgrades. The RS-232 connector (2) is capable of supporting future developments. 11 ANALOG AUDIO INPUT CONNECTORS Provide analog audio input in the Main Zone and Zone 2.
Basic Operation REMOTE CONTROL OVERVIEW The MC-8 remote control provides full operation of the MC-8, including commands, such as menu navigation, that are not available from the front panel. The command matrix, beginning on page 2-14, indicates the commands that the remote control buttons perform when each command bank is active. The numbered items in the matrix correspond with the remote control illustrations. OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS The following factors can improve or impede remote control operation.
Basic Operation MC-8 MENU ITEM SELECTION Use the remote control Menu arrows to navigate menus and to select menu items. Arrow Navigation Functions • When a menu is open, press the arrow button to select the highlighted menu item. • When no menus are open, press the arrow button to open the MAIN MENU. • When a menu is open, press the arrow button to close the menu and, in most cases, open the previous menu.
Basic Operation Lexicon MENU PARAMETERS HORIZONTAL BAR GRAPHS Selecting a menu parameter opens a drop-down menu or horizontal bar graph that is used to select the desired setting. Selecting some menu parameters opens a horizontal bar graph. The bar graph indicates the position at which the current parameter setting falls within the entire parameter range. The setting appears to the right of the parameter name in the on-screen and front-panel displays.
MC-8 Basic Operation COMMAND BANK ACTIVATION Remote control buttons perform different commands, depending on whether the Main Zone, Zone 2 or Shift command bank is activated. The Main Zone command bank does not need to be activated. It remains activated unless the Zone 2 or Shift command bank is activated. Pressing and holding the remote control Zone 2 button activates the Zone 2 command bank, and pressing and holding the remote control Shift button activates the Shift command bank.
Basic Operation Lexicon COMMAND MATRIX 1 2 4 Off 3 FP Blue Shift 7 1 Deactivates standby mode and Reserved for future possibilities. activates the MC-8. Reserved for future possibilities. 8 2 Activates standby mode and Deactivates Zone 2. deactivates the MC-8. Deactivates the Main Zone. 3 To g g l e s t h e F R O N T PA N E L Centers the AUDIO CONTROLS Centers the AUDIO CONTROLS D I S P L AY menu S TAT U S m e n u Z O N E 2 B A L A N C E menu Main Zone BALANCE and FADER parameters.
Basic Operation MC-8 Off On Blue FP 9 Shift 12 Zone 2 Shift 9 S c r o l l u pw ar d ( ) and downward ( ) through menu items. Increase ( ) and decrease ( ) the output level of the Main Zone audio output connector labeled Subwoofer as applied to the activated listening mode. Adjust the AUDIO CONTROLS menu Main Zone FADER parameter forward ( ) and backward ( ). 10 Closes the current menu. Adjusts the AUDIO CONTROLS menu ZONE2 BALANCE parameter left.
Basic Operation Lexicon Button Off On Blue FP Shift 16 OSD Zone 2 Zone 2 Selects the DVD1 input for Zone 2. Increases the AUDIO CONTROLS menu BASS parameter in 0.5dB increments. Selects the DVD2 input for the Main Zone. Selects the DVD2 input for Zone 2. Increases the AUDIO CONTROLS menu TREBLE parameter in 0.5dB increments. TV V O L Selects the SAT input for the Main Zone. Selects the SAT input for Zone 2. Increases the AUDIO C O N T R O L S m e n u T I LT E Q parameter in 0.
Basic Operation MC-8 Button Off On Blue FP Shift Main Zone Zone 2 Shift Selects the LOGIC 7 Film mode f a m i l y f o r t h e c ur r e n t i n p u t source. Reserved for future possibilities. Selects the PANORAMA listening mode. Selects the Dolby mode family for the current input source. Reserved for future possibilities. Refer to the next page. Selects the DTS(-ES) Cin mode f a m i l y f o r t h e c ur r e n t i n p u t source. Reserved for future possibilities. Refer to the next page.
Basic Operation Lexicon Shift-DOLBY UNDERSTANDING THE ZONES When the Shift command bank is activated, pressing the remote control DOLBY button while a 5.1-channel Dolby Digital input source is present activates the DOLBY DIGITAL EX or DOLBY DIGITAL listening mode. Subsequent presses toggle the EX DECODING parameter, cycling through the AUTO, ON and OFF settings. The MC-8 features two zones of operation, called the Main Zone and Zone 2.
Basic Operation MC-8 TWO-LINE STATUS STATUS MENUS The two-line status opens in the on-screen and front-panel displays whenever the MC-8 detects a change in input source or listening mode. The Main Zone two-line status appears when the MC-8 detects a Main Zone change, and the Zone 2 two-line status appears when a Zone 2 status change is detected. Activate the Shift command bank and press the remote control Stat button to open the STATUS menu for the current input source.
Basic Operation Lexicon STATUS MENU DESCRIPTIONS D STATUS The table beneath each description lists the possible settings for each parameter. Provides information about Dolby Digital input sources. Features L, C, R, SL, SR and LFE level meters. 2CH STATUS Parameter Possible Settings INPUT The current input MODE The current listening mode Provides information about 2-channel input sources. Features L and R level meters. CHANNELS 3/2.
Basic Operation MC-8 STATUS 5.1a BYPASS STATUS Provides information about DTS-ES input sources. Includes L, C, R, SL, SR, SB and LFE level meters. The SB level meter appears when a 6.1-channel input source is present, or when a 5.1-channel input source is present and the ES DECODING parameter is set to ON. Provides information about 5.1-channel analog input sources when the MAIN ADV menu ANALOG BYPASS parameter is set to ON.
Basic Operation Lexicon 2CH BYPASS STATUS DIGITAL STATUS Provides information about 2-channel analog input sources when the MAIN ADV menu 2-CH ANLG BYP parameter is set to ON. Provides information about digital input sources for which a sample rate is detected, but no audio is present in the input signal.
Basic Operation MC-8 LIVE! STATUS Provides information about LIVE! input sources. Features L and R level meters.
Basic Operation Lexicon STATUS MENU PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS 2.0 ENCODING MATRIX, NONE Indicates whether or not a matrix-encoded source is detected. When the parameter setting is MATRIX, a matrix-encoded source is detected. When the parameter setting is NONE, a matrix-encoded source is not detected. The MC-8 cannot automatically detect matrix encoding in non-flagged input sources. BIT RATE 32 to 640 kbps or 754 to 1509.7kbps Indicates the rate at which the input signal is encoded.
Basic Operation MC-8 INPUT SURR MIX LVL Indicates the selected input (e.g., DVD1). Indicates the relative surround channel level that was used during the mixing process. INPUT TYPE ANLG, BYP, PCM, MIC, --- Indicates the input source that is present. When the parameter setting is ANLG, a 2-channel analog audio source is present and the MAIN ADV menu 2-CH ANLG BYP parameter is set to OFF.
3 Setup Setup ..........................................................................................3-2 Input Setup.................................................................................3-4 Changing Input Names............................................................................. 3-5 Assigning Audio and Video Input Connectors ........................................... 3-7 Selecting Preferred Listening Modes........................................................
Setup Lexicon SETUP Selecting SETUP from the MAIN MENU opens the SETUP menu. REAR PANEL CONFIG SETUP MAIN MENU SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGER LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION REAR PANEL CONFIG Opens the REAR PANEL CONFIG menu, which is used to configure the analog audio input connectors as eight stereo connectors, one 5.1-channel and five stereo connectors, or two stereo and two 5.1-channel connectors.
Setup MC-8 LOCK OPTIONS SETUP LOCK OPTIONS Opens the LOCK OPTIONS menu, which is used to protect MODE ADJUST, AUDIO CONTROLS and SETUP menu branch settings from accidental changes. See “LOCK OPTIONS” on page 3-69 for more information. LIVE! CALIBRATION SETUP LIVE! CALIBRATION Opens the LIVE! CALIBRATION menu, which is used to perform the necessary calibration before using the LIVE! modes. See “LIVE! CALIBRATION” on page 3-70 for more information.
Setup Lexicon INPUT SETUP SETUP INPUTS DVD1 INPUT SETUP Selecting the SETUP menu INPUTS option prompts the selection of a desired input (e.g., DVD1). Selecting an input opens the corresponding INPUT SETUP menu, which is used to change the input name, assign audio and video input connectors, select preferred listening modes and configure advanced Main Zone and Zone 2 input settings.
Setup MC-8 CHANGING INPUT NAMES Selecting the INPUT SETUP menu NAME parameter opens the INPUT NAME menu, which is used to customize or restore the factory-default name of the selected input. Factory-default input names correspond to front-panel and remote control input selection button labels.
Setup Lexicon MAIN MENU SETUP INPUT SETUP DVD1 INPUT SETUP DVD1 INPUT NAME MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGER LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION DVD1 DVD2 SAT VCR TV CD TUNER AUX NAME DVD1 COAX-1 DIGITAL IN NONE ANALOG IN ANLG IN LVL AUTO S-Video-1 VIDEO IN 1 COMPONENT IN FILM 2-CH 5.
Setup MC-8 ASSIGNING AUDIO and VIDEO INPUT CONNECTORS The MC-8 has eight configurable inputs, each of which can be assigned to its eight digital audio, eight analog audio, five composite video, five S-Video or three component video input connectors.
Setup Lexicon ASSIGNING AUDIO and VIDEO INPUT CONNECTORS (continued) MAIN MENU SETUP INPUT SETUP DVD1 INPUT SETUP DVD1 ANALOG IN DVD1 ANALOG IN DVD1 ANALOG IN MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGER LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION DVD1 DVD2 SAT VCR TV CD TUNER AUX NAME DVD1 DIGITAL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN LVL AUTO S-Video-1 VIDEO IN 1 COMPONENT IN FILM 2-CH 5.
Setup MC-8 MAIN MENU SETUP INPUT SETUP DVD1 INPUT SETUP DVD1 ANLG IN LVL MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGER LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION DVD1 DVD2 SAT VCR TV CD TUNER AUX NAME DVD1 DIGITAL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN LVL AUTO VIDEO IN S-Video-1 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH FILM 5.1 FILM D FILM MIC LIVE! MED MAIN ADVANCED ZONE2 IN DIGITAL AUTO MANUAL ANLG IN LVL SETUP INPUTS ON +0.
Setup Lexicon ASSIGNING AUDIO and VIDEO INPUT CONNECTORS AUTO SETUP (continued) ON, OFF INPUTS DVD1 ANLG IN LVL AUTO SETUP Provides automatic adjustment of 2-channel analog audio input levels. When set to ON, the MC-8 automatically monitors and optimizes input levels. When the input signal is too high, the MC-8 quickly decreases input levels to avoid overload. When the input signal is too low, the MC-8 slowly increases input levels to maximize signal-to-noise ratio and dynamic range.
Setup MC-8 VIDEO IN SETUP COMPOSITE-1 TO 5, S-VIDEO-1 TO 5, NONE INPUTS DVD1 VIDEO IN COMPONENT IN SETUP INPUTS COMPONENT-1 to 3, NONE DVD1 COMPONENT IN Opens the VIDEO IN menu, which is used to assign a composite or S-Video input connector for the selected input. The MC-8 has eight configurable inputs, each of which can be assigned to any of its five composite or five S-Video input connectors.
Setup Lexicon SELECTING PREFERRED LISTENING MODES Preferred listening modes can be pre-selected so that when a particular type of input source is played, the pre-selected listening mode is activated. The MC-8 allows five preferred listening modes for each Main Zone input: one listening mode each for 2-channel, Dolby Digital, DTS(-ES), and MIC (LIVE!) sources. The table below indicates the INPUT SETUP menu parameters that can be used to select preferred listening modes.
Setup MC-8 When a preferred listening mode is selected, it is activated whenever a new input is selected or an appropriate input source is present. For example, the following can occur when a preferred listening mode is activated (also refer to the corresponding menus on 3-12): If the DVD1 input is selected and a 2-channel source is played, the L7 FILM listening mode is activated. If a Dolby Digital source is played, the 5.1 L7 FILM listening mode is activated.
Setup Lexicon The Use Last Parameter When the MC-8 is set to use a preferred listening mode for a selected input, selecting another mode from the Mode scroll list replaces the preferred selection. However, this newly selected mode will be lost when switching between inputs. The USE LAST parameter was designed to allow the MC-8 software to “remember” the last used listening mode for a given input source.
Setup MC-8 2-CH SETUP DOLBY D INPUTS DVD1 2-CH Opens the 2-CH MODE menu, which is used to select a preferred listening mode for 2-channel input sources. The MC-8 deactivates the selected listening mode whenever a 2-channel source is present. SETUP INPUTS DVD1 D Opens the DOLBY DIGITAL MODE menu, which is used to select a preferred listening mode for Dolby Digital input sources.
Setup Lexicon SELECTING PREFERRED LISTENING MODES (continued) MIC SETUP INPUTS DVD1 Opens the DTS-ES MODE menu, which is used to select a preferred listening mode for DTS(-ES) input sources. The MC-8 automatically activates the selected listening mode whenever a new input is selected or a new DTS(-ES) source is present.
Setup MC-8 CONFIGURING ADVANCED INPUT SETTINGS MAIN MENU SETUP INPUT SETUP DVD1 INPUT SETUP DVD1 MAIN ADV MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGER LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION DVD1 DVD2 SAT VCR TV CD TUNER AUX NAME DVD1 DIGITAL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN LVL AUTO VIDEO IN S-VIDEO-1 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH FILM 5.
Setup Lexicon CONFIGURING ADVANCE INPUT SETTINGS (continued) 2-CH ANLG BYP SETUP INPUTS ON, OFF DVD1 MAIN ADVANCED 2-CH ANLG BYP Allows 2-channel analog input sources to bypass A/D conversion and internal processing. When ON, the MC-8 passes analog audio input signals directly to the Main Zone audio output connectors. When a 5.1-channel analog audio source is present, the MC-8 passes only (L) and (R) analog audio input signals to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R.
Setup MC-8 INPUT SELECT PARAMETER SETTINGS DIGITAL ANALOG AUTO The MC-8 sends the assigned digital audio input connector to the Main Zone audio output connectors. The MC-8 ignores the assigned analog audio input connector. The MC-8 sends the assigned analog audio input connector to the Main Zone audio output connectors. The MC-8 ignores the digital audio input connector.
Setup Lexicon CONFIGURING ADVANCE INPUT SETTINGS (continued) S-VIDEO OSD 4:3 SETUP INPUTS DVD1 ON, OFF MAIN ADVANCED S-VIDEO OSD 4-3 Controls the appearance of the on-screen display when the display device is connected to an S-Video output connector. When set to ON, the display device shows the on-screen display in a 4:3 aspect ratio, regardless of the incoming signal.
Setup MC-8 ZONE2 IN PARAMETER SETTINGS DIGITAL ANLG (Analog) DMIX (Downmix) The MC-8 automatically sets the ZONE2 IN parameter to DIGITAL when the ANALOG IN parameter is set to NONE. The MC-8 automatically sets the ZONE2 IN parameter to ANLG when the DIGITAL IN parameter is set to NONE. The MC-8 sends a downmixed version of Main Zone audio to the Zone 2 audio output connectors. Downmixes can be generated for Dolby Digital and DTS(-ES) sources.
Setup Lexicon SPEAKER SETUP SETUP SPEAKERS Select the SPEAKER SETUP menu to configure the Main Zone audio output connectors for the desired speaker setup. The Main Zone includes eight audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center, Subwoofer, Side L/R and Rear L/R.
Setup MC-8 MAIN MENU SETUP SPEAKER SETUP CROSSOVER SETUP CUSTOM SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION SET CROSSOVERS CHECK MICROPHONES AUTOMATIC MANUAL CUSTOM SETUP THX SETUP FRONT L/R 40 Hz CENTER 60 Hz SIDE L/R 60 Hz REAR L/R 60 Hz SUBWOOFER 40 Hz ULTRA2 SUB OFF BGC N/A ASA APART R SET CROSSOVERS BEFORE CALIBRATING SR RR 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz C 80Hz M SUB 80Hz L 80Hz SL 80Hz RL 80Hz CUSTOM SPE
Setup Lexicon SETTING CROSSOVER POINTS (continued) High-Pass Filter High-pass filters attenuate low frequencies at 24dB per octave. The curves in the graph above indicate the frequency response of each crossover setting. From left to right, the curves represent crossover settings from 30Hz to 120Hz. The graph above does not show the THX 80Hz crossover point, which is 12dB per octave. 3-24 Low-Pass Filter Low-pass filters attenuate high frequencies at 24dB per octave.
Setup MC-8 SETUP SPEAKER SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION SET CROSSOVERS CHECK MICROPHONES AUTOMATIC MANUAL CUSTOM CROSSOVER SETUP SETUP CUSTOM SETUP THX SETUP R SET CROSSOVERS BEFORE CALIBRATING 80Hz C 40 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 40 Hz SR RR OFF80Hz 80Hz N/A APART THX SPEAKER SETUP !CAUTION! PRESSING THE BUTTON WILL AUTOMATICALLY CHANGE THE OUTPUTS TO A THX SPEAKER CONFIGURATION THX SETUP THX 80Hz FRONT L/R* THX 80Hz CENTER* TH
Setup Lexicon SPEAKER SETUP PARAMETERS SETUP SPEAKERS SET CROSSOVERS CUSTOM SETUP or SETUP SPEAKERS The table below indicates the speaker setup parameters for configuring the Main Zone audio output connectors for the desired speaker setup. These parameters are available on the CUSTOM SETUP and THX SETUP menus. SET CROSSOVERS THX SETUP Speaker setup parameters perform the same function regardless of the selected speaker setup.
Setup MC-8 MAIN MENU SETUP SPEAKER SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION SET CROSSOVERS CHECK MICROPHONES AUTOMATIC MANUAL CUSTOM SETUP CUSTOM CROSSOVER SETUP SETUP CUSTOM SETUP THX SETUP R 80Hz SET CROSSOVERS BEFORE CALIBRATING C 80Hz M SUB 80Hz 40 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz SR RR 40 Hz80Hz 80Hz OFF N/A APART L 80Hz SL 80Hz FRONT L/R CENTER SIDE L/R REAR L/R SUBWOOFER ULTRA2 SUB BGC ASA 40Hz 60Hz 6
Setup Lexicon SPEAKER SETUP PARAMETERS FRONT L/R SETUP SPEAKERS (continued) FULL, FULL + SUB, 30 to 120HZ, THX 80HZ SET CROSSOVERS CUSTOM SETUP FRONT L/R CENTER SETUP FULL, FULL + SUB, 30 to 120HZ, THX 80HZ, NONE SPEAKERS SET CROSSOVERS CUSTOM SETUP CENTER Assigns a crossover point for the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R when a custom speaker setup is selected. Opens the FRONT L/R SPEAKERS menu to select a crossover point for the Front L/R output connectors.
Setup MC-8 SIDE L/R SETUP FULL, FULL + SUB, 30 to 120Hz, THX 80Hz, NONE SPEAKERS SET CROSSOVERS CUSTOM SETUP SIDE L/R Assigns a crossover point for the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled SIDE L/R when a custom speaker setup is selected. • Select FULL to send a full-range signal to the side speakers. Otherwise, select the crossover point closest to the lowfrequency rating of the side speakers.
Setup Lexicon SPEAKER SETUP PARAMETERS (continued) CUSTOM CROSSOVER SETUP SETUP MAIN MENU SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGER LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION CUSTOM SETUP THX SETUP R 40Hz C 60Hz M SUB 40Hz SUBWOOFER SETUP SPEAKERS 40 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 60RRHz SR 40 Hz 60Hz 60Hz OFF N/A APART L 40Hz CUSTOM SETUP S UB W O O F E R FRONT L/R 40 Hz CENTER 60 Hz SIDE L/R 60 Hz REAR L/R 60 Hz SUBWOOFER 40 Hz ULTRA2 SUB OFF BGC N/A ASA
Setup MC-8 RE MAIN MENU SETUP SPEAKER SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION SET CROSSOVERS CHECK MICROPHONES AUTOMATIC MANUAL CUSTOM CROSSOVER SETUP SETUP CUSTOM SETUP THX SETUP R SET CROSSOVERS BEFORE CALIBRATING 80Hz C 40 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 40 Hz SR RR OFF80Hz 80Hz N/A APART 80Hz M SUB 80Hz THX SPEAKER SETUP THX SETUP !CAUTION! PRESSING THE BUTTON WILL AUTOMATICALLY CHANGE THE OUTPUTS TO A
Setup Lexicon SPEAKER SETUP PARAMETERS (continued) BGC (BOUNDARY GAIN COMPENSATION) SETUP SPEAKERS SET CROSSOVERS CUSTOM SETUP SETUP SPEAKERS SET CROSSOVERS THX SETUP ON, OFF BGC ASA (ADVANCED SPEAKER ARRAY) APART, CLOSE, TOGETHER SETUP SPEAKERS SET CROSSOVERS CUSTOM SETUP SETUP SPEAKERS SET CROSSOVERS THX SETUP BGC ASA ASA Adjusts boundary gain compensation when the CUSTOM and THX SETUP menu THX ULTRA2 SUB parameter is set to ON.
Setup MC-8 CALIBRATING SPEAKER DISTANCES and OUTPUT LEVELS The MC-8 offers both automatic and manual calibration of speaker distances and output levels. Calibration helps to ensure accurate output signal arrival time and level at the primary listening position. However, it is not a substitute for proper speaker placement. Before calibrating speaker distances and output levels: SPEAKER CALIBRATION PARAMETERS • Set crossover points for the Main Zone audio output connectors.
Setup Lexicon UNITS FEET, METERS SETUP SPEAKERS MANUAL SPEAKER DISTANCES UNITS Determines the unit of measurement in which speaker distances are calculated on ALL speaker distance menus. When FEET is selected, the MC-8 calculates speaker distances in feet. When METERS is selected, the MC-8 calculates speaker distances in meters. When the UNITS parameter setting is adjusted, the MC-8 automatically adjusts speaker distances to the closest available value in the selected unit of measurement.
Setup MC-8 AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION The MC-8 offers automatic calibration of speaker distances, output level, or both. The table below indicates available automatic calibration options. A successful microphone check is required before automatic calibration can be performed. Automatic Options Details MICROPHONE CHECK • Confirms that the microphones are properly connected and functioning.
Setup Lexicon CONNECTING THE MICROPHONES CAUTION! • The microphones included in the Lexicon Microphone Kit require careful handling. Dropping or otherwise physically abusing the microphones might cause errors during use or irreparable damage to the microphones. • The microphone wires also require careful handling. Do not sharply bend the wires or place objects on them.
Setup MC-8 POSITIONING THE MICROPHONES FOR THE MICROPHONE CHECK Refer to the microphone placement examples that begin below to position the microphones for the microphone check.
Setup Lexicon IMPROPER microphone positioning for the microphone check During the microphone check, DO NOT: 7 Separate the microphones 7 Scatter the microphones throughout the listening space 7 Obstruct the line-of-sight path between the microphones and the speakers 7 Position the microphones on the floor, on seat cushions, or in locations obstructed by furniture and other fixtures, where echoes might obscure calibration noise signals Rear Left 7 Position the microphones within 2 feet (0.
Setup MC-8 CHECKING THE MICROPHONES MAIN MENU SETUP SPEAKER SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION SET CROSSOVERS CHECK MICROPHONES AUTOMATIC MANUAL Note the following: • The MC-8 outputs calibration noise signals between 55dB and 95dB, beginning with 55dB and increasing in 5dB increments until the microphones detect the required level.
Setup Lexicon CHECKING THE MICROPHONES (continued) level. If the signal becomes too loud, press the to cancel the microphone check. arrow button The MC-8 uses the calibration noise signal to eliminate microphones that register the signal at a level that is too low or too high. Then, the MC-8 determines the appropriate output level for the calibration noise signal used during automatic calibration.
Setup MC-8 Message Description Troubleshooting (MICROPHONE) OK The microphone detected the calibration noise signal without error. • N/A (MICROPHONE) NOT DETECTED The MC-8 did not detect the microphone during the silence check. • Examine microphone input connections to ensure that the microphones are properly connected to the MC-8 and that microphone cable plugs are fully inserted for a solid connection. • The microphone may be damaged. Contact an authorized Lexicon dealer for assistance.
Setup Lexicon POSITIONING THE MICROPHONES FOR AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION (continued) PROPER microphone placement to achieve the best results for a single listening position When calibrating for a single listening position, place the microphones: 3 As close together as possible in a single listening position (the primary listening position) 3 At the approximate spot where the listener’s head will be during listening Rear Left 3 In a clear line-of-sight path with the speakers 3 In a location unobstructed by f
Setup MC-8 PROPER microphone placement to achieve the best results for multiple listening positions in a single row When calibrating for multiple listening positions in a single row, position the microphones: 3 At the approximate spot where the listener’s head will be during listening 3 In a clear line-of-sight path with the speakers 3 In a location unobstructed by furniture and other fixtures, where echoes will not obscure calibration noise signals Rear Left 3 At least 2 feet (0.
Setup Lexicon POSITIONING THE MICROPHONES FOR AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION (continued) PROPER microphone placement to achieve the best results for multiple listening positions in multiple rows When calibrating for multiple listening positions in multiple rows, position the microphones: 3 At the approximate spot where the listener’s head will be during listening 3 In a clear line-of-sight path with the speakers 3 In a location unobstructed by furniture and other fixtures, where echoes will not obscure calibrati
Setup MC-8 IMPROPER microphone positioning for automatic calibration During the automatic calibration, do not: 7 Arrange the microphones along the perimeter of the listening positions or space 7 Position the microphones in spots where the listeners’ heads will not be during listening Rear Left 7 Obstruct the line-of-sight path between the microphones and the speakers 7 Position the microphones on the floor, on seat cushions, or in locations obstructed by furniture and other fixtures, where echoes might o
Setup Lexicon POSITIONING THE MICROPHONES FOR AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION (continued) IMPROPER microphone positioning for automatic calibration During the automatic calibration, do not: 7 Arrange the microphones along the perimeter of the listening positions or space 7 Position the microphones at spots where the listeners’ heads will not be during listening 7 Obstruct the line-of-sight path between the microphones and the speakers Rear Left 7 Position the microphones on the floor, on seat cushions, or in lo
Setup MC-8 PERFORMING AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION MAIN MENU SETUP SPEAKER SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION SET CROSSOVERS CHECK MICROPHONES AUTOMATIC MANUAL CUSTOM AUTO SPEAKER SETUP SETUP SET CROSSOVERS BEFORE CALIBRATING DISTANCES 40 & LEVELS Hz DISTANCES 60 Hz 60 Hz OUTPUT LEVELS 60 Hz PLACE MICROPHONES 40 Hz IN PRIMARY OFF LISTENING POSITIONS N/A APART CUSTOM AUTO SPEAKER SETUP SETUP !CAUTION! 4
Setup Lexicon PERFORMING AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION (continued) SETTING SETUP DISTANCES CUSTOM FRONT LEFT CENTER FRONT RIGHT SIDE RIGHT REAR RIGHT REAR LEFT SIDE LEFT SUBWOOFER STEP SETTING SETUP DISTANCES CUSTOM 0.0ft 0.0ft 0.0ft 0.0ft 0.0ft 0.0ft 0.0ft 0.0ft FRONT LEFT CENTER FRONT RIGHT SIDE RIGHT REAR RIGHT REAR LEFT SIDE LEFT SUBWOOFER DISTANCES SETTING SETUP LEVELS CUSTOM 12.0ft 10.5ft 12.0ft 4.5ft ERROR 6.0ft 4.
Setup MC-8 STEP DISTANCES & LEVELS DISTANCES AUTO DISTANCES FRONT LEFT CENTER FRONT RIGHT SIDE RIGHT REAR RIGHT REAR LEFT SIDE LEFT SUBWOOFER 12.0ft 10.5ft 12.0ft 4.5ft ERROR 6.0ft 4.5ft N/A FRONT LEFT OK 5 AUTO SPEAKER SETUP AUTO LEVELS DISTANCES LEVELS FRONT LEFT CENTER FRONT RIGHT SIDE RIGHT REAR RIGHT REAR LEFT SIDE LEFT SUBWOOFER Refer to the table on page 3-50 for information about all possible speaker calibration messages.
Setup Lexicon PERFORMING AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION (continued) STEP DISTANCES SET DISTANCES AUTO DISTANCES AUTO DISTANCES ORIGINAL DISTANCES FRONT LEFT CENTER FRONT RIGHT SIDE RIGHT REAR RIGHT REAR LEFT SIDE LEFT SUBWOOFER R SR RR 0.0ft 0.0ft 0.0ft C 0.0ft M SUB 0.0ft 6 L 0.0ft DISTANCES & LEVELS 12.0ft 10.5ft 12.0ft 4.5ft ERROR 6.0ft 4.
Setup MC-8 Message Description Troubleshooting The MC-8 successfully calibrated the value for the selected speaker without error. • N/A (SPEAKER) SPEAKER IS NOT ENABLED The selected speaker is not present in the speaker setup. • Set the corresponding CUSTOM or THX SETUP menu parameter to include the selected speaker in the speaker setup. (The MC-8 only calibrates values for speakers that are included in the speaker setup.
Setup Lexicon MANUAL CALIBRATION SETUP SPEAKERS MANUAL Selecting the SPEAKER SETUP menu MANUAL option displays the MANUAL SPEAKER SETUP menu, to manually calibrate speaker distances and output levels. The table below indicates available manual calibration options.
Setup MC-8 PERFORMING MANUAL SPEAKER DISTANCE CALIBRATION SETUP SPEAKERS MANUAL SPEAKER DISTANCES Selecting the MANUAL SPEAKER SETUP menu SPEAKER DISTANCES option displays the SPEAKER DISTANCES menu, to manually calibrate speaker distances.
Setup Lexicon PERFORMING MANUAL OUTPUT LEVEL CALIBRATION SETUP SPEAKERS MANUAL LEVELS CALIBRATION Selecting the MANUAL SPEAKER SETUP menu LEVELS CALIBRATION option displays the LEVELS CALIBRATION menu shown below, to manually calibrate output levels.
Setup MC-8 INTERNAL NOISE TEST SETUP SPEAKERS MANUAL LEVELS CALIBRATION INTERNAL NOISE TEST Opens the INTERNAL NOISE message shown on the previous page, which indicates that the internal noise test generates loud calibration noise signals. To manually calibrate output levels during the internal noise test: 1. Set the SPL meter to “C” weighting and “SLOW” response. 2. Place the SPL meter at the primary listening position.
Setup Lexicon EXTERNAL NOISE TEST SETUP SPEAKERS MANUAL LEVELS CALIBRATION EXTERNAL NOISE TEST Selecting the LEVELS CALIBRATION menu EXTERNAL NOISE TEST option opens the SPEAKER LEVEL ADJUST menu shown on page 3-54, which manually calibrates output levels. The external noise test requires an external calibration source such as an audio calibration disc. When the external noise test is conducted, the MC-8 activates a listening mode based on the current Main Zone input source.
Setup MC-8 SETTING BASS PEAK LIMITERS SETUP SPEAKERS MANUAL LEVELS CALIBRATION BASS PEAK LIMITERS The BASS PEAK LIMITERS option displays the BASS PEAK LIMITERS menu, to set amplitude limits on low-frequency signals sent to the Main Zone audio output connectors, including the Subwoofer. The MC-8 is equipped with an internal limiter to prevent low-frequency signals from exceeding a designated output level.
Setup Lexicon SETTING BASS PEAK LIMITERS (contined) SUB LIMITER SETUP SPEAKERS ON, OFF MANUAL LEVELS CALIBRATION BASS PEAK LIMITERS SUB LIMITER Limits low-frequency signals sent to the subwoofer or redirected to other speakers. To set the SUB LIMITER parameter: • Select ON to restrict the output level of the low-frequency signals to the LIMIT ADJ parameter setting. • Select OFF to allow an unrestricted signal output level, regardless of the LIMIT ADJ parameter setting.
Setup MC-8 REAR-PANEL CONFIGURATION SETUP REAR PANEL CONFIG The REAR PANEL CONFIG option is used to configure the analog audio input connectors as eight (Left/Right) stereo connectors, five (Left/Right) stereo connectors and one 5.1-channel configuration (Front L/R, Center, Subwoofer, Side L/R), or as two stereo connectors and two 5.1-channel configurations.
Setup Lexicon 5 ST. & 5.1 ANLG SETUP REAR PANEL CONFIG 2 ST. & (2) 5.1 ANLG 5 ST. & 5.1 ANLG SETUP REAR PANEL CONFIG 2 ST. & (2) 5.1 ANLG Configures the analog audio input connectors as five stereo connectors and one 5.1-channel configuration. Configures the analog audio input connectors as two stereo connectors and two 5.1-channel configurations. When the analog audio input connectors are configured as five stereo and one 5.
Setup MC-8 DISPLAY SETUP SETUP DISPLAYS Selecting the SETUP menu DISPLAYS option opens the DISPLAY SETUP menu, which is used to customize the on-screen and front-panel displays, restore audio/video synchronization, and activate and create a custom unit name.
Setup Lexicon MAIN MENU SETUP DISPLAY SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGER LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION ON-SCREEN DISPLAY FRONT PANEL DISPLAY A/V SYNC DELAY OFF CUSTOM NAME OFF EDIT CUSTOM NAME CUSTOM NAME SETUP DISPLAYS ON, OFF CUSTOM NAME Activates the display of a custom unit name, which appears when the MC-8 is activated.
Setup MC-8 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY SETUP SETUP DISPLAYS ON-SCREEN DISPLAY Opens the ON-SCREEN DISPLAY menu, which is used to customize the on-screen display.
Setup Lexicon POSITION SETUP DISPLAYS TOP, CENTER, BOTTOM ON-SCREEN DISPLAY POSITION Controls the vertical position of the two-line status on the display device screen. When set to TOP, the two-line status appears near the top of the display device screen. When set to CENTER, the two-line status is centered on the display device screen. When set to BOTTOM, the two-line status appears near the bottom of the display device screen. Refer to page 2-19 for more information about the two-line status.
Setup MC-8 FRONT-PANEL DISPLAY SETUP Opens the FRONT PANEL DISPLAY menu, which is used to customize the front-panel display.
Setup Lexicon VOLUME CONTROL SETUP SETUP VOLUME CONTROLS Opens the VOLUME CONTROL SETUP menu, which is used to configure Main Zone and Zone 2 volume levels.
Setup MC-8 TRIGGER SETUP SETUP TRIGGER Selecting the SETUP menu TRIGGER option opens the TRIGGER SETUP menu shown to the right, which can be used to configure the trigger output connector labeled 1. The MC8 rear panel houses two 12V DC trigger output connectors. The connector labeled PWR – the power trigger output connector – is not configurable. It is activated when the MC-8 is activated, and deactivated when the MC-8 is deactivated.
Setup Lexicon PROGRAM OPERATION PARAMETERS SETUP TRIGGER ON, OFF (PROGRAM OPERATION PARAMETER) Configure the trigger output connector labeled 1 for program operation. All TRIGGER SETUP menu parameters– except the REMOTE ONLY parameter–are considered program operation parameters. The connector can be associated with multiple inputs and listening modes at the same time.
Setup MC-8 LOCK OPTIONS SETUP LOCK OPTIONS Selecting the SETUP menu LOCK OPTIONS option opens the LOCK OPTIONS menu, which is used to protect MODE ADJUST, AUDIO CONTROLS and SETUP menu branch parameter settings from accidental changes.
Setup Lexicon LIVE! CALIBRATION SETUP LIVE! CALIBRATION LIVE! (Lexicon Intelligent Variable Environment) is a proprietary mode designed to transform the way your listening room sounds. LIVE! uses a combination of microphones and digital signal processing (DSP) to enhance the room acoustics and create the illusion of a larger, more reverberant listening space. LIVE! CALIBRATION must be completed before using any of the LIVE! modes.
Setup MC-8 POSITIONING THE MICROPHONES FOR LIVE! Refer to the microphone placement examples below to position the microphones for LIVE! PROPER microphone positioning for LIVE! Position the microphones: 3 On or near opposite side walls 3 Approximately halfway between the front and side speakers 3 At an approximate height between the waist and head of a standing person Rear Left Side Left Rear Right 3 In a location unobstructed by furniture and other fixtures 3 At least 2 feet (0.
Setup Lexicon IMPROPER microphone positioning for LIVE! When positioning the microphones, DO NOT: 7 Place the microphones on the front or rear walls 7 Place the microphones near the floor or ceiling Rear Left 7 Obstruct the microphones with furniture or other fixtures 7 Place the microphones within 2 feet (0.61m) of any speaker Side Left Rear Right The illustration to the right provides an example of improper microphone placement for LIVE! calibration or for a permanent location.
Setup MC-8 PERFORMING LIVE! CALIBRATION MAIN MENU SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION CUSTOM LIVE! CALIBRATION SETUP !CAUTION! 40 Hz 60 Hz HIGH AUDIO LEVELS 60 Hz Hz 10 SEC YOU WILL 60 HAVE 40 Hz TO LEAVE THE ROOM OR OFF SIT QUIETLY N/A PRESSAPART TO BEGIN COUNTDOWN LIVE! CALIBRATION TEST WILL BEGIN IN 10 LIVE! CALIBRATION IN PROGRESS LIVE! CALIBRATION CALIBRATION DONE PRESS TO SKIP COUNTDOWN PLE
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Audio Controls Lexicon AUDIO CONTROLS Selecting the MAIN MENU AUDIO CONTROLS option opens the AUDIO CONTROLS menu, which is used to customize the Main Zone audio output connectors and to control the balance of the Zone 2 audio output connectors. The BASS, TREBLE, TILT EQ, LOUDNESS, BALANCE and FADER parameters affect the Main Zone audio output connectors, including all Main Zone inputs and listening modes, except the 5.1a BYPASS and 2CH BYPASS listening modes.
Audio Controls MC-8 BASS Parameter Settings The BASS parameter controls the amount of low-frequency boost or cut applied to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center and Subwoofer. TREBLE Parameter Settings The TREBLE parameter controls the amount of high-frequency boost or cut applied to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R and Center.
Audio Controls AUDIO CONTROLS Lexicon (continued) MAIN MENU AUDIO CONTROLS MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP BASS TREBLE TILT EQ LOUDNESS BALANCE FADER ZONE2 BALANCE TILT EQ AUDIO CONTROLS -3.0 to +3.0dB –3.0dB to +3.0dB TILT EQ Controls the amount of tilt equalization applied to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center and Subwoofer. This parameter setting affects the entire frequency spectrum with a hinge point at 1kHz.
Audio Controls MC-8 TILT EQ Parameter Settings The TILT EQ parameter controls the amount of tilt equalization applied to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center and Subwoofer. LOUDNESS Parameter Settings The LOUDNESS parameter controls the amount of low-frequency boost that is automatically applied to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center and Subwoofer.
Audio Controls Lexicon AUDIO CONTROLS (continued) MAIN MENU AUDIO CONTROLS MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP BASS TREBLE TILT EQ LOUDNESS BALANCE FADER ZONE2 BALANCE BALANCE AUDIO CONTROLS L< B< BALANCE FADER >R MAIN MENU AUDIO CONTROLS MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP BASS TREBLE TILT EQ LOUDNESS BALANCE FADER ZONE2 BALANCE >F L< <|> >R BALANCE ZONE2 BALANCE AUDIO CONTROLS Controls the left-to-right balance of the Main Zone audio output connectors.
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Mode Adjust MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP * These listening mode names differ depending on the current input source, speaker setup and parameter settings. Refer to the Listening Mode Descriptions for more information. Lexicon MODE ADJUST FILM TV MUSIC MUSIC SURR PLIIx + * PLIIx MOV* PLIIx MUS* PLII + PLII MOVIE PLII MUSIC PL + PRO LOGIC + CIN MUSIC NIGHTCLUB CONCERT HALL CHURCH CATHEDRAL PANORAMA 2-CH SURROUND 2-CHANNEL MONO LOGIC MONO SURROUND MONO 5.1 FILM 5.1 TV 5.1 MUSIC * MUSIC 5.
Mode Adjust MC-8 PREFERRED LISTENING MODE SELECTION LISTENING MODE SELECTION BUTTONS The INPUT SETUP menus include four preferred listening mode selection parameters labeled 2-CH, DOLBY D, DTS-ES and MIC. These parameters are used to select a preferred listening mode for 2-channel, Dolby Digital, DTS(-ES) and LIVE! input sources. The MC-8 automatically activates the selected listening mode whenever a new input is selected or a new input source is present.
Mode Adjust Lexicon LISTENING MODE DESCRIPTIONS L7 TV MODE ADJUST Each listening mode description lists the default and possible settings for each listening mode menu parameter. All listening mode menus are shown in the Appendix. Listening mode menu option and parameter descriptions begin on page 5-34. L7 FILM MODE ADJUST TV This listening mode is designed for playback of 2-channel stereo or matrix-encoded television broadcast sources.
Mode Adjust MC-8 L7 MUSIC MODE ADJUST L7 MUSIC SURR MODE ADJUST MUSIC This listening mode is designed for playback of 2-channel stereo or matrix-encoded music sources. LOGIC 7 MUSIC is a proprietary Lexicon listening mode based on the LOGIC 7 FILM listening mode, but specifically tailored for music sources. Parameter Default Setting Possible Settings VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB +6.0dB, +3.0dB, +0.
Mode Adjust Lexicon DOLBY PLIIx + THX & DOLBY PLII + THX MODE ADJUST PLIIX + OR MODE ADJUST PLII + Dolby Pro Logic IIx technology is an extension to Dolby Pro Logic II that enables the listener to experience natural and seamless 6.1- or 7.1-channel (six or seven speakers and a subwoofer) surround sound from any native two-channel (stereo) or 5.1-channel source.
Mode Adjust MC-8 DOLBY PLIIx MOV & DOLBY PLII MOVIE MODE ADJUST PLIIx MOVIE OR MODE ADJUST PLII MOVIE Dolby Pro Logic IIx technology is an extension to Dolby Pro Logic II that enables the listener to experience natural and seamless 6.1- or 7.1-channel (six or seven speakers and a subwoofer) surround sound from any native two-channel (stereo) or 5.1-channel source.
Mode Adjust Lexicon DOLBY PLIIx MUS & DOLBY PLII MUSIC MODE ADJUST PLIIx MUS OR MODE ADJUST PLII MUSIC Dolby Pro Logic IIx technology is an extension to Dolby Pro Logic II that enables the listener to experience natural and seamless 6.1- or 7.1-channel (six or seven speakers and a subwoofer) surround sound from any native two-channel (stereo) or 5.1-channel source. The PLIIx listening mode is only available when the front, side and rear speakers are present.
Mode Adjust MC-8 DOLBY PL + THX MODE ADJUST DOLBY PRO LOGIC PL + MODE ADJUST This mode is designed for playback of Dolby Surround-encoded sources and decodes four channels: three front channels and one mono surround channel with a high-frequency rolloff above 7kHz. This mode is recommended for home theaters with THX-certified speakers. Dolby PL + THX mode: • • Applies THX re-equalization to simulate high-frequency rolloffs that occur in movie theaters.
Mode Adjust Lexicon DTS NEO:6 + THX MODE ADJUST DTS NEO:6 CIN & DTS NEO:6 MUSIC + MODE ADJUST This mode is designed for playback of matrix-encoded digital stereo film sources. DTS Neo:6 derives six channels when both side and rear speakers are present (rear channels will be in parallel). It derives five channels when only side or rear speakers are present. In addition to THX processing, THX re-equalization is applied to simulate high-frequency rolloffs that occur in movie theaters.
Mode Adjust MC-8 NIGHTCLUB CONCERT HALL MODE ADJUST MODE ADJUST NIGHTCLUB The NIGHTCLUB mode is designed for playback of “dry” music sources that benefit from the addition of room reflections, especially music sources that lack ambience in the recording. The NIGHTCLUB mode generates early reflections and sends them to the front, side and rear channels to simulate small, intimate listening spaces.
Mode Adjust Lexicon CHURCH MODE ADJUST CATHEDRAL MODE ADJUST CHURCH CATHEDRAL The CHURCH mode uses a reverb algorithm to emphasize the rich, smooth, reverberant decay characteristic of small and medium listening spaces – such as churches and chambers – with long reverberation time relative to their sizes. The CATHEDRAL mode is similar to the CHURCH listening mode.
Mode Adjust MC-8 PANORAMA MODE ADJUST PANORAMA CALIBRATION PANORAMA MODE ADJUST The PANORAMA mode is designed for playback of stereo and matrix-encoded sources. PANORAMA uses proprietary Lexicon algorithms to move the stereo image outward from the front speakers, producing a wider stereo field with greater depth. Sound quality depends on proper location of the listening position and front speakers.
Mode Adjust Lexicon A B C To calibrate the PANORAMA listening mode: 1. Remove all obstructions between the speakers and the primary listening position. 2. Make sure the distances between the speakers and the primary listening position are properly measured. To do this, select one of the following options. • Select the AUTO SPEAKER SETUP menu DISTANCES option to have the MC-8 automatically calibrate speaker distances.
Mode Adjust MC-8 2-CH SURROUND MONO LOGIC MODE ADJUST MODE ADJUST 2-CH SURROUND MONO LOGIC This mode, designed for playback of stereo sources, sends the left channel to Front, Side and Rear Left channels and the right channel to Front, Side and Rear Right channels, and sums the Left and Right for the center. It is recommended for background music. This mode, designed for playback of mono sources, uses proprietary Lexicon reverb algorithms to realistically expand mono sources to use all channels.
Mode Adjust Lexicon MONO SURROUND MODE ADJUST 5.1 L7 FILM MONO SURROUND MODE ADJUST This mode, designed for playback of mono sources, sends the mono source to all channels. Parameter OUTPUT LEVELS Refer to page 5-32 CUSTOM Refer to page 5-32 MONO MODE ADJUST MONO This mode, designed for playback of mono sources, sends mono sources to the center channel and subwoofer. 5.1 FILM The 5.1 L7 FILM mode is a proprietary Lexicon listening mode designed for playback of 5.
Mode Adjust MC-8 5.1 L7 TV MODE ADJUST 5.1 L7 MUSIC 5.1 MODE ADJUST TV 5.1 MUSIC This proprietary Lexicon listening mode is designed for playback of 5.1-channel Dolby Digital-encoded broadcast sources. Based on the 5.1 L7 FILM listening mode, 5.1 L7 TV derives seven channels from 5.1-channel input sources with enhanced front steering. This proprietary Lexicon listening mode is designed for playback of 5.1-channel Dolby Digital-encoded music sources. Based on the 5.1 L7 FILM listening mode, 5.
Mode Adjust Lexicon THX, THX UL2Cin, & THX SurEX MODE ADJUST UL2Cin OR SurEX OR These modes are designed for 7-channel playback of 5.1-channel Dolby Digital film sources that do not have THX Surround EX encoding. They apply THX re-equalization to simulate high-frequency rolloffs that occur in movie theaters. Most films are mixed for movie theaters, and might sound too bright when played back in home theaters without re-equalization.
Mode Adjust MC-8 • ASA processing is applied to signals sent to the rear speakers. Refer to the ASA parameter description on page 3-31 for more information. When THX Surround EX decoding is active: Matrix decoding is applied to derive three surround channels from 5.1-channel Dolby Digital sources. THX MUSIC MODE ADJUST MUSIC This listening mode is designed for playback of 5.1-channel Dolby Digital music sources, and cannot be activated unless side and rear speakers are present.
Mode Adjust Lexicon 5.1 PLIIx MOV MODE ADJUST 5.1 PLIIx MOV The 5.1 PLIIx MOV (MOVIE) listening mode is designed to play back 7.1 discrete channels decoded from 5.1-channel Dolby Digital film sources. (The 5.1 PLIIx MOVIE listening mode can also be used with other types of Dolby Digital sources with mixed results.) The seven main channels are full-frequency. The .1 channel, often referred to as LFE information, has a limited frequency range of up to 120Hz. The 5.
Mode Adjust MC-8 5.1 PLIIx MUS MODE ADJUST 5.1 PLIIx MUS The 5.1 PLIIx MUS (MUSIC) listening mode is designed to playback 7.1 discrete channels decoded from 5.1-channel Dolby Digital music sources. (The 5.1 PLIIx MUSIC listening mode can also be used with other types of Dolby Digital sources with mixed results.) The seven main channels are full–frequency. The .1 channel, often referred to as LFE information, has a limited frequency range of up to 120Hz.
Mode Adjust Lexicon DOLBY DIGITAL & DOLBY DIGITAL EX MODE ADJUST DIGITAL OR DIGITAL EX These listening modes are designed to decode and play back 5.1 discrete channels from 5.1-channel Dolby Digital sources. The five main channels are full-frequency. The .1 channel, often referred to as LFE information, has a limited frequency range of 120Hz. The mode name differs, depending on the encoding present in the input source, the EX DECODING parameter setting and the speaker setup.
Mode Adjust MC-8 5.1 2-CHANNEL MODE ADJUST 5.1 MONO LOGIC 5.1 2-CHANNEL MODE ADJUST This mode, recommended for recording purposes, is designed for converting 5.1-channel Dolby Digital-encoded input sources into 2-channel LOGIC 7-encoded output signals. The downmixed 5.1-channel Dolby Digital input signals are sent to the Front L/R speakers and subwoofer. 5.
Mode Adjust Lexicon 5.1 MONO SURR MODE ADJUST 5.1 MONO MODE ADJUST 5.1 MONO SURR This listening mode, designed for playback of Dolby Digital-encoded mono sources, sends mono signals to all channels. 5.1 MONO This listening mode, designed for playback of Dolby Digital-encoded mono sources, sends mono signals to the center channel and subwoofer.
Mode Adjust MC-8 DTS-ES DECODING The DTS, DTS-ES, and DTS-ES Discr listening modes are designed for, at a minimum, playback of 5.1-channel DTS, 5.1-channel matrix-encoded DTS-ES and 6.1-channel discrete-encoded DTS-ES sources. The DTS, DTS-ES, and DTS-ES Discr listening mode names differ depending on the encoding present in the input source, the DECODING parameter setting and the speaker setup. DTS-ES listening modes are available when DTS-ES decoding is activated.
Mode Adjust Lexicon DTS(-ES) L7 FILM & DTS L7 FILM MODE ADJUST FILM OR DTS(-ES) L7 MUSIC & DTS L7 MUSIC MODE ADJUST FILM MUSIC OR MUSIC These proprietary Lexicon listening modes use an advanced matrix to decode seven channels from 5.1- and 6.1-channel film sources with enhanced front steering. When both side and rear speakers are present, the DTS-ES L7 FILM listening mode also increases the perceived length and sense of envelopment of the listening space.
Mode Adjust MC-8 DTS-ES THX & DTS THX UL2Cin MODE ADJUST OR UL2Cin The DTS THX UL2Cin (ULTRA2 CINEMA) and DTS-ES THX listening modes allow 7-channel playback of 5.1-channel DTS sources that lack DTS-ES encoding. They are designed for playback of 5.1-channel DTS, 5.1-channel matrix-encoded DTS-ES, or 6.1-channel DTS-ES discrete-encoded film sources. DTS THX UL2Cin and DTS-ES THX are recommended for home theaters with THX-certified speakers.
Mode Adjust Lexicon DTS-ES THX & DTS THX UL2CIN (continued) Input Source Parameter Setting 5.1-Channel DTS 5.1-Channel Matrix-Encoded DTS-ES 6.1-Channel Discrete-Encoded DTS-ES ES DECODING: AUTO DTS THX UL2Cin DTS-ES THX DTS-ES THX ES DECODING: ON DTS-ES THX DTS-ES THX DTS-ES THX ES DECODING: OFF DTS THX UL2Cin DTS THX UL2Cin DTS THX UL2Cin DTS THX MUSIC MODE ADJUST DTS & DTS(-ES) Discr MODE ADJUST MUSIC Discr OR The DTS THX MUSIC listening mode is designed for playback of 5.
Mode Adjust MC-8 DTS 2-CHAN & DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN MODE ADJUST 2-CHAN OR 5.1a BYPASS 2-CHAN MODE ADJUST These modes, recommended for recording purposes, send downmixed 5.1-channel or 6.1-channel DTS-ES input signals to the front speakers and subwoofer as 2-channel LOGIC 7-encoded output signals. Option/Parameter Default Setting Possible Settings CENTER MIX +0dB –25 to +5dB SURROUND MIX +0dB –5 to +5dB CNTR DLY SAMPLES +0 –127 to +127 MASTER LEVEL +0dB –5 to +5dB LFE MIX +0.0dB –20.
Mode Adjust 2CH BYPASS MODE ADJUST 2CH BYPASS This listening mode sends 2-channel analog audio input signals to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R with no internal processing. The 2CH BYPASS listening mode is automatically activated whenever a 2-channel analog source is present and the MAIN ADV menu ANALOG BYPASS parameter is set to ON. The 2CH BYPASS listening mode is not available when a digital source is present and the MAIN ADV menu INPUT SELECT parameter is set to AUTO.
Mode Adjust MC-8 LIVE! MED parameter settings: LIVE! LARGE parameter settings: Parameter Default Setting Possible Settings MID RT 1.84s 115ms to 15.4s BASS RT 2.76s 23ms to 30.8ms ROLLOFF 2.4kHz 500Hz to 20kHz TREB CUT RT 3.1kHz 500Hz to 20kHz PRE-DELAY 18ms 10ms to 100ms ADVANCED CUSTOM Parameter Default Setting Possible Settings MID RT 4.71s 115ms to 30.8s BASS RT 4.71s 23ms to 30.8ms ROLLOFF 3.1kHz 500Hz to 20kHz TREB CUT RT 2.
Mode Adjust Lexicon OUTPUT LEVELS MODE ADJUST CUSTOM VS PRESET Listening Mode OUTPUT LEVELS MODE ADJUST Opens the OUTPUT LEVELS menu, which is used to adjust output levels for the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Center, Subwoofer, Side L/R and Rear L/R. OUTPUT LEVELS CENTER SIDE L/R REAR L/R SUB +0dB +0dB +0dB +0dB The OUTPUT LEVELS option does not appear on listening mode menus when the selected listening mode does not accommodate multichannel output signals.
Mode Adjust MC-8 RESET MODE MODE ADJUST (Listening Mode) CUSTOM RESET MODE Restores the factory-default version of the selected listening mode, restoring all listening mode menu parameters to their factory default settings. To restore the factory-default version of the selected listening mode: 1. Follow the RESET MODE menu path to select the RESET MODE option. The PRESS RIGHT V TO RESTORE MODE message appears in the on-screen display.
Mode Adjust Lexicon LISTENING MODE MENU OPTION and PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS 5 SPKR ENHANCE ON, OFF Simulates 7-channel playback in 5-channel speaker configurations. When set to ON, the MC-8 provides an increased sense of spaciousness and envelopment through the surround speakers. This enhancement is most noticeable when the surround speakers are positioned to the side of the primary listening position, or when the primary listening position is located against the rear wall.
Mode Adjust MC-8 CENTER OFF, –30 to +12dB Controls the output level of the audio output connector labeled Center. Available in all except 2 CH modes (2-CHANNEL, 2 CH BYPASS, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, 5.1 2-CHANNEL), MONO, 5.1 MONO and LIVE! modes. CENTER DEPTH 0 to 18 Adjusts the amount of processing applied to the center channel, changing the perceived distance of the center speaker. Higher settings increase and lower settings decrease the perceived distance of the center speaker from the listening position.
Mode Adjust Lexicon LISTENING MODE MENU OPTION and PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS EARLY RFLX LVL –80dB to +12dB, OFF Controls the amount of additional early reflections. Available in all LIVE! modes. EFFECT LVL –12 to +6dB (continued) adjusts the ES DECODING parameter, cycling through the AUTO, ON and OFF settings. • The DTS-ES STATUS menu includes an SB level meter when the ES DECODING parameter is set to ON and a 5.1-channel DTS source is present or when the ES DECODING parameter is set to AUTO and a 5.
Mode Adjust MC-8 decoding is not engaged. Refer to the Dolby DIGITAL EX & Dolby DIGITAL listening mode descriptions that begin on page 5-22 for more information. Note the following: • Dolby Digital Surround EX decoding cannot be engaged unless both side and rear speakers are present. • This parameter is available in 5.1 PLIIx MOV, 5.1 PLIIx MUS, DOLBY DIGITAL EX and DOLBY DIGITAL modes. • When the Shift command bank is activated, pressing the remote control DOLBY button while a 5.
Mode Adjust Lexicon LISTENING MODE MENU OPTION and PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS LOW FREQ WIDTH –25 to +25dB (continued) PANORAMA ON, OFF Applies low-frequency spatial correction to the input signal. This correction is applied to uncorrelated input signals below 60Hz. Available in PANORAMA mode. When set to ON, Dolby PLII MUSIC and Dolby PLIIx MUSIC listening modes extend the front stereo image to include surround channel signals, which creates a “wraparound” effect with side wall imaging.
Mode Adjust MC-8 REAR DLY OFFSET OFF, 1 to 30ms Increases the perceived depth of the listening space by delaying the arrival time of rear speaker signals. It is recommended that you increase the setting when using side and rear speakers that are located close together or when a greater sense of depth is desired in the listening space. Available in all LOGIC 7 modes and PANORAMA mode. REAR L/R –30 to +12dB, OFF Controls the output level of the Main Zone audio output connector labeled Rear L/R.
Mode Adjust Lexicon LISTENING MODE MENU OPTION and PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS SOURCE RIGHT, LEFT & RIGHT, LEFT Controls the perceived direction of the PANORAMA listening mode external calibration source signal. When RIGHT is selected, the sound is perceived to come from the right of the primary listening position. When LEFT is selected, the sound is perceived to come from the left of the primary listening position.
Mode Adjust MC-8 decoding is not engaged for all 5.1-channel Dolby Digital sources. Available in THX ULTRA2, THX SurEX and THX modes. When AUTO is selected, THX Surround EX decoding is engaged when a flagged 5.1-channel Dolby Digital source with THX Surround EX encoding is detected. THX Surround EX decoding is not engaged when a non-flagged 5.1-channel Dolby Digital source with or without THX Surround EX encoding is detected.
Mode Adjust Lexicon MODE – PARAMETER RELATIONSHIPS The following table lists each parameter and the modes in which it is used. The parameter... Is used in these modes 5 SPKR ENHANCE All L7 modes ACADEMY FILTER MONO LOGIC and 5.1 MONO LOGIC AUTO AZIMUTH L7 FILM and L7 TV BASS CONTENT PANORAMA BASS ENHANCE All L7 modes BASS RT CHURCH, CATHEDRAL and all LIVE! modes CALIBRATION PANORAMA CENTER All except 2 CH modes (2-CHANNEL, 2 CH BYPASS, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, 5.1 2-CHANNEL, MONO, 5.
Mode Adjust MC-8 The parameter... Is used in these modes EX DECODING 5.1 PLIIx MOV, 5.1 PLIIx MUS, DOLBY DIGITAL EX and DOLBY DIGITAL FRONT STEERING L7 TV, L7 MUSIC, L7 MUSIC SURR, all 5.1 L7 modes and all DTS L7 modes INPUT BALANCE PANORAMA LFE MIX All Dolby Digital modes except MONO modes (5.1 MONO LOGIC, 5.1 MONO SURR, 5.1 MONO), all DTS modes and 5.1a BYPASS LISTENER POS PANORAMA CALIBRATION LIVENESS NIGHTCLUB, CONCERT HALL LOW FREQ WIDTH PANORAMA MASTER LEVEL 5.
Mode Adjust Lexicon MODE – PARAMETER RELATIONSHIPS (continued) The parameter... Is used in these modes SOUND STAGE All L7 modes SOURCE PANORAMA CALIBRATION SPEAKER ANGLE PANORAMA CALIBRATION SPEECH DETECT NIGHTCLUB, CONCERT HALL, CHURCH and CATHEDRAL SUBLEVEL All except LIVE! modes SPREAD All LIVE! modes SUB L/R & SUB L/R LVL All except LIVE! modes SURR ROLLOFF All L7 modes SURROUND DLY Dolby PLII MUSIC and Dolby PLIIx MUSIC SURROUND EX THX ULTRA2, THX SurEX, THX SURROUND MIX 5.
6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting..........................................................................6-2 Routine Maintenance ..................................................................6-4 Restoring Factory-Default Settings...............................................
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Lexicon TROUBLESHOOTING The MC-8 does not power on. 1. Make sure the rear-panel power switch is set to the | (“on”) position. 2. Attempt to power on the MC-8 with the front-panel Standby button and remote control On button. 3. Examine the power cord to ensure a good connection between the rear-panel AC input connector and the wall outlet. 3. Make sure audio has not been muted.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance MC-8 The MC-8 is powered on, but there is no video. 1. Examine the video cables – particularly the S-Video cables – to ensure a good connection to the associated component. 2. Check the INPUT SETUP menu VIDEO IN and COMPONENT IN (page 3-11) parameters to ensure the appropriate video connector is assigned to the selected input. RF interference is present in the audio or video. 1.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Lexicon ROUTINE MAINTENANCE a low-pressure blower can be used to remove dust from its exterior surface. The bulleted items below describe routine maintenance that should be performed on a periodic basis. • Clean the MC-8 exterior surface with a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not use alcohol, benzene, acetone-based cleaners or strong commercial cleaners. Do not use a cloth made with steel wool or metal polish.
A Appendix Specifications ............................................................................. A-2 Declaration of Conformity.......................................................... A-4 Menu Tree ................................................................................. A-5 Installation Worksheet ..............................................................
Appendix Lexicon SPECIFICATIONS Audio Input & Output Connectors Analog Audio Inputs • Eight stereo (RCA) or five stereo and one 5.1-channel or 2 stereo and two 5.1-channel connectors Digital Audio Inputs • Four S/PDIF coaxial (RCA) and four S/PDIF optical connectors • Coaxial and optical input connectors conform to IEC958, S/PDIF standards • Accepts 44.1, 48, 88.
MC-8 Appendix Video Input & Output Connectors Microphone Input Connectors Video Inputs • Five composite (RCA), five S-Video and three component video (RCA) Inputs • 4 3.
Appendix Lexicon DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Application of Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC and 93/68/EEC Standard(s) to Which Conformity is Declared: EN55022:1994 + A1:1995 + A2:1997,EN55024:1998, EN61000-3-2: 2000, EN61000-3-3:2000, and EN60065: 1998 Manufacturer: Harman Specialty Group 3 Oak Park Bedford, MA 01730-1413 USA The equipment identified here conforms to the Directive(s) and Standard(s) specified above.
MC-8 Appendix MENU TREE MAIN MENU SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGER LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION LIVE! CALIBRATION INPUT SETUP REAR PANEL CONFIG VOLUME CONTROL SETUP DVD1 DVD2 SAT VCR TV CD TUNER AUX 8 STEREO INPUTS OR 5 ST. & (1) 5.1 ANLG OR 2 ST. & (2) 5.1 ANLG MAIN POWER ON MUTE LEVEL ZONE PWR ON MAX VOLUME 8 STEREO INPUTS FOR REAR PANEL CFG continued on page A-6 2 ST. & (2) 5.1 ANLG FOR REAR PANEL CFG 5 ST. & (1) 5.
Appendix Lexicon MENU TREE (continued) A-6 MAIN MENU SETUP INPUT SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION DVD1 DVD2 SAT VCR TV CD TUNER AUX Selecting SETUP INPUTS prompts the selection of the desired input (for example, DVD1). Selecting an input opens the corresponding INPUT SETUP menu shown below.
MC-8 Appendix MAIN MENU SETUP INPUT SETUP DVD1 INPUT SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGER LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION DVD1 DVD2 SAT VCR TV CD TUNER AUX NAME DVD1 DIGITAL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN LVL AUTO VIDEO IN S-VIDEO-1 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH FILM D 5.1 FILM FILM MIC LIVE! MED MAIN ADVANCED ZONE2 IN DIGITAL Selecting an INPUT SETUP menu item opens the corresponding menu shown below.
Appendix Lexicon MENU TREE (continued) MAIN MENU SETUP INPUT SETUP DVD1 INPUT SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION DVD1 DVD2 SAT VCR TV CD TUNER AUX NAME DVE DIGITAL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN LVL AUTO VIDEO IN S-VIDEO-1 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH FILM D 5.
MC-8 Appendix MAIN MENU SETUP SPEAKER SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION SET CROSSOVERS CHECK MICROPHONES AUTOMATIC MANUAL CUSTOM CROSSOVER SETUP SETUP CUSTOM SETUP THX SETUP R SET CROSSOVERS BEFORE CALIBRATING 80Hz C 40 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 40RRHz SR OFF 80Hz 80Hz N/A APART 80Hz M SUB 80Hz SL RL 80Hz 80Hz THX SPEAKER SETUP CUSTOM SETUP 80 Hz FRONT L/R 80 Hz CENTER 80 Hz SIDE L/R 80 Hz REA
Appendix Lexicon MENU TREE (continued) MAIN MENU SETUP SPEAKER SETUP CHECK MICROPHONES CHECK MICROPHONES CHECK MICROPHONES MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGER LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION SET CROSSOVERS CHECK MICROPHONES AUTOMATIC MANUAL GROUP MICROPHONES INTO A BUNDLE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROOM CHECKING FOR SILENCE CHECKING MICROPHONES AUTO SPEAKER SETUP DISTANCES & LEVELS DISTANCES OUTPUT LEVELS PLACE MICROPHONES IN PRIMARY LI
MC-8 Appendix MAIN MENU SETUP SPEAKER SETUP AUTO SPEAKER SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION SET CROSSOVERS CHECK MICROPHONES AUTOMATIC MANUAL DISTANCES & LEVELS DISTANCES OUTPUT LEVELS PLACE MICROPHONES IN PRIMARY LISTENING POSITIONS SET CROSSOVERS BEFORE CALIBRATING MIC CHECK REQUIRED FOR AUTO CALIBRATION SETTING SETUP DISTANCES CUSTOM FRONT LEFT CENTER FRONT RIGHT SIDE RIGHT REAR RIGHT REAR LE
Appendix Lexicon MENU TREE (continued) MAIN MENU SETUP SPEAKER SETUP AUTO SPEAKER SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGER LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION SET CROSSOVERS CHECK MICROPHONES AUTOMATIC MANUAL DISTANCES & LEVELS DISTANCES OUTPUT LEVELS SET CROSSOVERS BEFORE CALIBRATING PLACE MICROPHONES IN PRIMARY LISTENING POSITIONS MIC CHECK REQUIRED FOR AUTO CALIBRATION SETTING SETUP DISTANCES CUSTOM 0.0ft 0.0ft 0.0ft 0.0ft 0.0ft 0.
MC-8 Appendix MAIN MENU SETUP SPEAKER SETUP MANUAL SPEAKER SETUP LEVELS CALIBRATION MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION SET CROSSOVERS CHECK MICROPHONES AUTOMATIC MANUAL SPEAKER DISTANCES LEVELS CALIBRATION INTERNAL NOISE TEST EXTERNAL NOISE TEST BASS PEAK LIMITER R SET CROSSOVERS BEFORE CALIBRATING SR RR 60Hz 60Hz 40Hz C 60Hz M SUB 40Hz L 40Hz SL RL 60Hz 60Hz SPEAKER DISTANCES CUSTOM SETUP F
Appendix Lexicon MENU TREE (continued) LIVE! CALIBRATION LIVE! CALIBRATION LIVE! CALIBRATION !CAUTION! HIGH AUDIO LEVELS TEST WILL BEGIN IN 10 IN PROGRESS CALIBRATION DONE YOU WILL HAVE 10 SEC TO LEAVE THE ROOM OR SIT QUIETLY PRESS TO SKIP COUNTDOWN LIVE! CALIBRATION MAIN MENU SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGER LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION PLEASE WAIT PRESS PRESS TO BEGIN COUNTDOWN TO CONTINUE OR LIVE! CALIBRATION S
MC-8 MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP Selecting a listening mode opens the corresponding listening mode menu (pages A-15 to A-17). The parameters on the left side of the listening mode menus differ from mode to mode. The parameter settings on the right side are adjustable. The listening mode menus shown here indicate factorydefault parameter settings for each listening mode. Listening mode menu parameter dropdown menus are shown on pages A-17 to A-18.
Appendix Lexicon MENU TREE (continued) 5.1 5.1 MONO LOGIC FILM VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB 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 RE-EQUALIZER ON SURROUND EX AUTO COMPRESSION OFF LFE MIX +0.0dB OUTPUT LEVELS CUSTOM MUSIC COMPRESSION OFF LFE MIX +0.0dB OUTPUT LEVELS CUSTOM 5.1 TV VOCAL ENHANCE +0.
MC-8 Appendix Selecting the listening mode menu CALIBRATION, OUTPUT LEVELS or CUSTOM option opens the corresponding menu path shown below. The CALIBRATION option is available for the PANORAMA listening mode. The OUTPUT LEVELS and CUSTOM options are available for most listening modes. These menus are identical regardless of which listening mode is selected. Listening mode menu parameter drop-down menus are shown below and on the next page.
Appendix Lexicon MENU TREE (continued) INPUT BALANCE L< MASTER LEVEL >R LFE MIX MID RT -20.0 or -10.0 to +0.0dB CENTER MIX -127 +0 +127 24ms to 24.3s ON OFF PRE-DELAY 30ms to 20.2s LOW FREQ WIDTH -25 to +25 REAR DLY OFFSET OFF, 1 to 30ms REAR L/R PANORAMA LIVENESS A-18 -5 to +5dB OFF, 1 to 100ms RE-EQUALIZER ON OFF OFF, -30 to 12dB RESET MODE PRESS RIGHT TO RESTORE MODE ROLLOFF 500Hz to 20.
MC-8 Appendix FACTORY SETTINGS Refer to the Restoring Factory-Default Settings section that begins on page 6-4 for more information. FACTORY SETTINGS EXIT RESTORE DEFAULTS HAVE BEEN RESTORED PRESS ANY KEY TO RESTART Refer to the Status Menus section that begins on page 2-19 for more information. STATUS PG1 INPUT MODE CHANNELS BIT RATE ENCODING dB L 0 -6 -15 -30 C R -45 SL SR STATUS WORD LENGTH SAMPLE RATE LFE PG2 5.
Appendix Lexicon INSTALLATION WORKSHEET INPUT SETUP NAME DIGITAL IN ANALOG IN ANLG IN LVL VIDEO IN COMPONENT IN 2-CH D MIC MAIN ADVANCED INPUT SELECT 2-CH ANLG BYP S-VIDEO 16:9 S-VIDEO 4:3 OSD COMPONENT OSD ZONE2 IN A-20 DVD1 DVD2 LD TV SAT VCR CD PVR GAME TAPE TUNER AUX
MC-8 Appendix SPEAKER SETUP CUSTOM SETUP THX SETUP FRONT LEFT/RIGHT THX 80Hz CENTER THX 80Hz SIDE LEFT/RIGHT THX 80Hz SPEAKER DISTANCES LEVELS CALIBRATION REAR LEFT/RIGHT SUBWOOFER THX 80Hz ULTRA2SUB BGC ASA UNITS BASS PEAK LIMITERS CAL NOISE SUB LIMITER LIMIT ADJ REAR PANEL CONFIG VOLUME CONTROL SETUP LOCK OPTIONS Circle one. MAIN PWR ON MODES MUTE LEVEL AUDIO CNTRL ZONE PWR ON SETUP 8 STEREO INPUTS 2 ST. & (2) 5.1 ANLG 5 ST. & (1) 5.
Appendix INSTALLATION WORKSHEET Lexicon (continued) DISPLAY SETUP TRIGGER SETUP ON-SCREEN DISPLAY Circle all parameters set to ON.
Index Numerics 2 ST. & (2) 5.1 ANLG option, 3-60 2.0 ENCODING parameter, 2-24 2-CH ANLG BYP parameter, 3-17, 3-18, A-20 2CH button, 2-17 2CH BYPASS listening mode, 5-30 2CH BYPASS STATUS menu, 2-22 2-CH MODE menu, 3-15 2-CH Parameter, A-20 2-CH parameter, 3-12 2CH STATUS menu, 2-20 2-CH SURROUND listening mode, 5-15 2-CHANNEL listening mode, 5-15 5, 5-17, 5-26, 5-34 5 SPKR ENHANCE parameter, 5-4, 5-5, 5-16, 5-17, 5-26, 5-34, A-21 5 ST. & 5.1 ANLG option, 3-60 5.1 2-CHANNEL listening mode, 5-23 5.
Index CROSSOVER SETUP menu, 3-22, 3-23 CTR WIDTH parameter, 5-8, 5-35 CUSTOM menu, 5-32, 5-35 CUSTOM NAME parameter, 3-62 CUSTOM parameter, 5-4, 5-5, 5-6, 5-7, 5-9, 5-10, 5-11, 5-12, 5-13, 5-35 CUSTOM SETUP Menu, 3-26 CUSTOM SETUP menu, 3-23, A-21 custom speaker setups, 3-23 CUSTOM vs PRESET listening modes, 5-32, 5-35 Lexicon DTS-ES DECODING parameter, 5-25 DTS-ES DISCR listening mode, 5-28 DTS-ES L7 FILM listening mode, 5-25 DTS-ES L7 MUSIC listening mode, 5-26 DTS-ES MODE menu, 3-16 DTS-ES parameter, 3-
Index MC-8 preferred, 5-3, 3-12 selection buttons, 5-3 listening mode parameter descriptions, 5-34 listening modes, preferred, 3-12 LIVE! CALIBRATION menu, 3-3 parameter, 3-70 performing, 3-73 LIVE! mode, 5-30 LIVE! STATUS menu, 2-23 LIVENESS parameter, 5-11, 5-37 LOCK OPTIONS, 3-3, 3-69, A-21 AUDIO CNTRL parameter, 3-69 MODES parameter, 3-69 SETUP parameter, 3-69 LOUDNESS parameter, 4-2 frequency response graph, 4-5 LOW FREQ WIDTH parameter, 5-13, 5-38 low-pass filter, 3-24 microphone input connectors, 2
Index overview, 2-10 REMOTE ONLY parameter, 3-67 REMOTE STATE, A-22 RESET MODE parameter, 5-33, 5-39 RESTORE DEFAULT NAME menu, 3-6 restoring factory-default settings, 6-4 REVERB LVL parameter, 5-36, 5-38, 5-40 ROLLOFF parameter, 5-11, 5-12, 5-39 routine maintenance, 6-4 RS-232 connectors, 2-9 S safety instructions, 1-ii SAMPLE RATE parameter, 2-20, 2-21, 2-22, 2-23, 2-25 SET DISTANCES menu, 3-50 SET LEVELS menu, 3-50 setting crossover points, 3-22 SETTING DISTANCES menu, 3-48 SETTING LEVELS menu, 3-48 SET
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