MC-12HD Digital Controller User Guide
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with a dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or another apparatus (including amplifiers) that produces heat. 9.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” “Surround EX,” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. U.S. Pat. No’s 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535 and other U.S. and world-wide patents issued and pending. DTS, DTS-ES, Neo:6, and DTS 96/24 are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Copyright 1996, 2003 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Introduction Lexicon DOCUMENTATION CONVENTIONS This document contains general safety, installation and operation instructions for the MC-12HD and MC-12HD 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-12HD Table of Contents Documentation Conventions........................................................ ii Getting Started About The MC-12HD ................................................................ 1-2 Highlights ............................................................................. 1-4 Product Registration .................................................................. 1-5 Installation Considerations.........................................................
Introduction Troubleshooting & Maintenance Troubleshooting ........................................................................6-2 Routine Maintenance.................................................................6-4 Restoring Factory default Settings..............................................6-5 Appendix Specifications.............................................................................A-2 Declaration of Conformity .........................................................A-4 Menu Tree....
1 Getting Started About The MC-12HD ................................................................. 1-2 Highlights ................................................................................................ 1-4 Product Registration ................................................................... 1-5 Installation Considerations.......................................................... 1-5 Remote Control Battery Installation ............................................
Getting Started Lexicon ABOUT THE MC-12HD Thank you for purchasing the MC-12HD Digital Controller, a reference-quality, 12-channel audio and video control center with independent zone monitoring to provide control of input source selection in three zones at the same time. As flexible as it is powerful, the MC-12HD includes 12 inputs, each of which can be configured and assigned to any of its 6 HDMI, 13 digital audio, 8 analog audio, 2 composite video, 3 S-video, or 4 component video input connectors.
MC-12HD Getting Started These DSP engines perform custom Lexicon processing such as Logic 7 decoding, bass enhancement, dialog enhancement, auto azimuth, 5-speaker enhancement, bass management, highprecision digital crossovers, and tone controls. This processing is available at sample rates up to 96kHz, with 24-bit resolution to retain top performance from all input sources and listening modes. A fifth DSP engine is dedicated to decoding multi-channel compressed audio sources. alteration or degradation.
Getting Started Lexicon HIGHLIGHTS • 12 channels • 12 configurable inputs • 3 independent zones • 6 HDMI input connectors • 13 digital audio input connectors, including 6 S/PDIF coaxial, 6 S/PDIF optical, and 1 AES/EBU • • 5.1-channel analog audio input connector Analog bypass option for stereo and 5.
Getting Started MC-12HD PRODUCT REGISTRATION Please register the MC-12HD 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-12HD requires special care during installation to ensure optimal performance.
Getting Started Lexicon REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT The remote control requires two AA batteries (included). To install the remote control batteries: 1. Locate the battery compartment on the back of the remote control. Press the tab and lift the cover away from the remote control. 2. Observing the proper polarity, insert two AA batteries. 3. Align the cover over the battery compartment and gently press down until it snaps back into place. The batteries should be replaced as needed.
2 Basic Operation Front-Panel Overview ................................................................ 2-2 Rear-Panel Overview .................................................................. 2-6 Remote Control Overview ....................................................... 2-11 Operation Considerations ....................................................................... 2-11 Main Menu ............................................................................................ 2-12 Menu Navigation ..
Basic Operation Lexicon FRONT-PANEL OVERVIEW The MC-12HD is shown below. The MC-12HD Balanced is shown on page 2-4. The front panels are identical, but the MC-12HD Balanced has a larger chassis. 2 1 3 4 5 12 6 7 11 8 10 1. Standby Button 7. Zone 2 Input Selection Buttons 2. Front Panel Display 8. Record Zone Input Selection Buttons 3. IR Receiver 9. Record Zone Off Button 4. Volume Knob 10. Zone 2 Off Button 5. Mode and Buttons 6. Main Zone Input Selection Buttons 2-2 11.
Basic Operation MC-12HD 1 STANDBY BUTTON 4 VOLUME KNOB Use the standby button to activate or deactivate standby mode. The Standby button performs no function when the MC-12HD rear panel power switch is powered off. When standby mode is deactivated, all MC-12HD zones that were active during the last session are reactivated. The red LED in the standby button lights to indicate that standby mode is activated. Power is still supplied to the MC-12HD when it is put into standby mode.
Basic Operation Lexicon FRONT-PANEL OVERVIEW (continued) The MC-12HD Balanced, shown below, has a larger chassis than the MC-12HD, shown on page 2-2. Otherwise, they are identical. 2 3 4 1 5 MODE 12 AND 6 7 11 8 10 9 BUTTONS Use the Mode buttons to scroll to the previous and next available listening mode. Scrolling occurs in the order shown in the MODE ADJUST menu (See “Mode Adjust” on page 5-2). Press the 2-4 5 Mode button to scroll upward through available listening modes.
Basic Operation MC-12HD 6 MAIN ZONE INPUT SELECTION BUTTONS 10 ZONE 2 OFF BUTTON Selects an 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 and the Record Zone remain deactivated until a Zone 2 or Record Zone input is selected. Deactivates Zone 2.
Basic Operation Lexicon REAR-PANEL OVERVIEW The MC-12HD is shown below. The MC-12HD 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. 1 2 20 3 19 4 5 6 17 16 15 14 7 8 9 13 1. S-video Input Connectors 8. Record Zone Video Output Connectors 2. Composite Video Input Connectors 9. IR In Connector 3.
Basic Operation MC-12HD 15. Main Audio Output Connectors Note: 16. Microphone Input Connectors A DVI (Digital Visual Interface) device can be connected to the MC-12HD through a DVI-to-HDMI cable or adaptor. DVI carries video but no audio. 17. Trigger Output Connectors 18. Balanced Audio Output Connectors (see page 2-8) 19. Digital Audio Input Connectors (S/PDIF, AES/EBU & OMJ) 20.
Basic Operation Lexicon REAR-PANEL OVERVIEW (continued) The MC-12HD is shown on page 2-6. The MC-12HD Balanced, shown below, includes balanced audio connectors for the Main Zone and Zone 2. Otherwise both models are identical.
Basic Operation MC-12HD 7 ZONE 2 AUDIO OUTPUT CONNECTORS 12 AC INPUT CONNECTOR Provide analog audio output in Zone 2. Two sets of stereo connectors labeled Audio L/R are available. The connectors labeled Fix pass audio at fixed output levels. The connectors labeled Var pass audio at variable output levels and include a built-in volume control. Provides power to the MC-12HD through the supplied power cord. 8 RECORD ZONE VIDEO OUTPUT CONNECTORS Provide video output in the Record Zone.
Basic Operation REAR-PANEL OVERVIEW Lexicon (continued) 16 MICROPHONE INPUT CONNECTORS Provide microphone input for speaker distance and output level calibration. Additionally, inputs 1 (left) and 2 (right) are used when LIVE! is active. Four 3.5mm Tip/Ring/Sleeve connectors are available. [OMJ], and one AES/EBU (XLR) input connectors are available. These connectors are compatible with PCM (44.1, 48, 88.2, and 96kHz), Dolby Digital, and DTS(-ES) sources.
Basic Operation MC-12HD REMOTE CONTROL OVERVIEW The MC-12HD remote control provides full operation of the MC-12HD, including commands such as menu navigation that are not available from the front-panel. The command matrix, beginning on page 2-15, indicates the commands remote control buttons perform when each command bank is active. The numbered items in the matrix correspond with the remote control illustrations.
Basic Operation Lexicon MAIN MENU MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP Button MENU NAVIGATION The MAIN MENU represents the beginning of the menu structure. Use the MAIN MENU to open the three main menu branches: MODE ADJUST, AUDIO CONTROLS, and SETUP. Use the remote control Menu and arrow buttons to navigate the extensive menu structure shown in the Appendix. The table below indicates the navigation commands remote control buttons perform when the Main Zone command bank is activated.
Basic Operation MC-12HD MENU OPTIONS Selecting a menu option opens another menu within the menu structure. For example, selecting SETUP from the MAIN MENU opens the SETUP menu. MAIN MENU SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGER LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION Selecting some menu parameters opens a horizontal bar graph. The bar graph indicates the position the current parameter setting falls within the entire parameter range.
Basic Operation Lexicon COMMAND BANK ACTIVATION Remote control buttons perform different commands depending on whether the Main Zone, Zone 2, Record Zone, or Shift command bank is activated. Pressing and releasing a remote control command bank selection button – MAIN, ZONE, REC, or SHIFT – activates the corresponding command bank. The selected command bank remains activated until another command bank is activated. The command bank selection buttons themselves do not send commands to the MC-12HD.
Basic Operation MC-12HD COMMAND MATRIX 2 1 3 The command matrix that begins on the next page describes the commands remote control buttons perform when each command bank is active. Button 1 4 Main Zone Zone 2 Record Zone Shift Activates and deactivates standby mode when the MC-12HD rear panel power switch is in the on position.
Basic Operation Lexicon Button 4 Main Zone Zone 2 Record Zone Shift Selects the SAT input for Selects the SAT input for Selects the SAT input for Sets the AUDIO the Main Zone. Zone 2. the Record Zone. CONTROLS menu LOUDNESS parameter to OFF. Selects the VCR input for Selects the VCR input for Selects the VCR input the Main Zone. Zone 2. for the Record Zone. Reserved for possible future expansion.
Basic Operation MC-12HD 5 8 6 Button Main Zone Zone 2 Record Zone Shift 5 Toggles the FRONT PANEL DISPLAY menu STATUS parameter between ALWAYS OFF and the current setting. Sets Zone 2 volume level to -15dB Sets Record Zone volume level to -15dB Sets Main Zone volume level to -15dB. 6 Toggles the ON SCREEN DISPLAY menu BACKGROUND parameter between ON and OFF. Sets Zone 2 volume level to -30dB Sets Record Zone volume level to -30dB Sets Main Zone volume level to -30dB.
Basic Operation Lexicon 11 Button Main Zone Zone 1 Record Zone Shift 11 Displays the Main Zone two-line status for 2 seconds. Displays the Zone 2 two-line status for 2 seconds. Displays the Record Zone two-line status for 2 seconds. Opens and closes the status menu for the current input source. 12 When a menu is open, pressing the MENU button closes the structure. When no menus are open, pressing the MENU button opens the MAIN MENU. Centers the AUDIO CONTROLS menu ZONE2 BALANCE parameter.
Basic Operation MC-12HD Button 16 Main Zone Zone 1 Record Zone Shift Selects the THX mode family for the current input source. Reserved for possible future expansion. Reserved for possible future expansion. Activates the 5.1 THX ULTRA2, 5.1 THX SurEX, or 5.1 THX listening mode when a 5.1-channel Dolby Digital source is present. Selects the Dolby mode family for the current input source. Reserved for possible future expansion. Reserved for possible future expansion.
Basic Operation Lexicon ABOUT THE ZONES The MC-12HD features three zones of operation: the Main Zone, Zone 2, and the Record Zone. The Main Zone controls audio and video sources in the primary listening space. Zone 2 controls audio sources in the secondary listening space. The Record Zone controls audio and video sources sent to recording devices or to a third listening space.
Basic Operation MC-12HD ZONE 2 TWO-LINE STATUS STATUS MENUS Opens on the on-screen and front panel DVD1 D VOL displays whenever the Zone 2 status ZONE 2 -34dB changes. The Zone 2 two-line st atus indicates the current input, input source, and volume level selected in Zone 2. The STATUS menu contains parameters that provide information about the current input source and listening mode. Status menus are available for HDMI, 2-channel, Dolby Digital, DTS-ES, analog, digital, and LIVE! input sources.
Basic Operation HDMI STATUS HDMI CONNECTOR VID FMT VERT RATE AUD IN AUDIO FMT CHANNELS SAMPLE RATE HDCP STATUS Lexicon > S D STATUS > S INPUT MODE CHANNELS BIT RATE EX ENCODED dB L 0 -6 -15 -30 C R SL SR LFE D STATUS S SAMPLE RATE 2.0 ENCODING DIALOG OFFSET MIX ROOM CENTER MIX LVL SURR MIX LVL -45 Unlike most other menus, status menus cannot be opened by selecting menu options. The remote control command sequence outlined below must be executed.
Basic Operation MC-12HD STATUS MENU LEVEL METERS STATUS MENU DESCRIPTIONS Most STATUS menus contain level meters that indicate fluctuating input levels in the front left (L), center (C), front right (R), surround left (SL), surround right (SR), surround back (SB) and low frequency effects (LFE) channels. These level meters indicate input levels for both analog and digital input sources. For example, the level meters indicate digital audio input levels when a digital audio source is present.
Basic Operation Lexicon 2CH STATUS D STATUS Provides information about 2-channel input sources. Features L and R level meters. Provides information about Dolby Digital input sources. Features L, C, R, SL, SR and LFE level meters. Parameter Possible Settings Parameter Possible Settings INPUT The current input INPUT The current input MODE The current listening mode MODE The current listening mode INPUT TYPE ANLG, PCM CHANNELS 3/2.1, 3/2, 3/1, 2/2, 2/1, 2/0, 1/0 SAMPLE RATE 44.
Basic Operation MC-12HD STATUS 5.1mc STATUS Provides information about DTS(-ES) input sources. Includes L, C, R, SL, SR, SB and LFE level meters. Provides information about 5.1-channel sources. Includes L, C, R, SL, SR, and LFE level meters. Parameter Possible Settings Parameter Possible Settings INPUT The current input INPUT The current input MODE The current listening mode MODE The current listening mode CHANNELS 3/3.1, 3/2.1 INPUT TYPE ANLG, PCM BIT RATE 754.5 to 1509.
Basic Operation Lexicon 5.1a BYPASS STATUS 2CH BYPASS STATUS Provides information about 5.1-channel input sources when the MAIN ADV menu ANALOG BYPASS parameter is set to ON. Provides information about 2-channel analog input sources when the MAIN ADV menu ANALOG BYPASS parameter is set to ON. Parameter Possible Settings Parameter Possible Settings INPUT The current input INPUT The current input MODE 5.
Basic Operation MC-12HD DIGITAL STATUS LIVE! STATUS Provides information about digital input sources for which a sample rate is detected, but no audio is present in the input signal. Provides information about LIVE! input sources. Includes L and R level meters. Parameter Possible Settings Parameter Possible Settings INPUT The current input INPUT The current input MODE The current listening mode MODE The current listening mode INPUT TYPE --- INPUT TYPE MIC SAMPLE RATE 44.
Basic Operation Lexicon STATUS MENU PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS 2.0 ENCODING MATRIX, NONE Indicates whether 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. AUD IN HDMI, OPTICAL-1 to 6, COAX-1 to 6, ANALOG, CHANNELS 3/3.1, 3/2.1, 3/2, 3/1, 2/2, 2/1, 2/0, 1/0 Indicates the number of channels present in the input source.
Basic Operation MC-12HD 5.1-channel Dolby Digital source recorded without Dolby Digital Surround EX encoding is detected. The MC-12HD cannot automatically detect Dolby Digital Surround EX encoding in non-flagged input sources. MODE HDCP STATUS Indicates the sample rate of the input source that is present. ACTIVE, INACTIVE, ERROR Indicates the activated listening mode (e.g., L7 FILM). SAMPLE RATE 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.
3 Setup Setup .........................................................................................3-2 Input Setup ................................................................................3-4 Changing Input Names ............................................................................ 3-5 Assigning HDMI, 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 TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION Opens the REAR PANEL CONFIG menu, to configure the analog audio input connectors as eight stereo connectors or as five stereo and one 5.1-channel connectors. See “REAR PANEL CONFIG” on page 3-64 for more information.
Setup MC-12HD LOCK OPTIONS SETUP LOCK OPTIONS Opens the LOCK OPTIONS menu, to protect MODE ADJUST, AUDIO CONTROLS and SETUP menu branch settings from accidental changes. See “LOCK OPTIONS” on page 3-75 for more information. LIVE! CALIBRATION SETUP LIVE! CALIBRATION Opens the LIVE! CALIBRATION menu, to perform the necessary calibration before using the LIVE! modes. See “LIVE! Calibration” on page 3-76 for more information.
Setup Lexicon INPUT SETUP SETUP INPUTS (INPUT) 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 changes input names, assigns audio and video input connectors, selects preferred listening modes, and configures advanced Main Zone, Zone 2, and Record Zone settings.
Setup MC-12HD CHANGING INPUT NAMES Selecting the INPUT SETUP menu NAME parameter opens the INPUT NAME menu, 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 CHANGING INPUT NAMES (continued) 4. Repeat step 3 to enter all characters in the new name. When the input name you want is displayed, press the arrow button to close the menu and return to the INPUT NAME menu.
Setup MC-12HD ASSIGNING HDMI, AUDIO AND VIDEO INPUT CONNECTORS The MC-12HD has 12 inputs to which any (depending on compatibility) of its 6 HDMI, 13 digital audio, 8 analog audio, 2 composite video, 3 S-video, or 4 component video input connectors can be assigned. The table below indicates the INPUT SETUP menu parameters that can be used to assign audio and video input connectors. The ANLG IN LVL parameter can be used to adjust 2-channel and 5.1 analog audio input levels for the selected input.
Setup Lexicon ASSIGNING HDMI, AUDIO AND VIDEO INPUT CONNECTORS (continued) The following table shows the behavior of the MC-12HD relating to the HDMI inputs.
Setup MC-12HD DIGITAL IN HDMI AUDIO, COAX-1 TO 6, OPTICAL-1 TO 6, AES/EBU, NONE SETUP INPUTS DVD1 DIGITAL IN Opens the DIGITAL IN menu, to assign a digital audio input connector to the selected input. A digital audio input connector must be assigned if no analog audio input connector is assigned.
Setup Lexicon ASSIGNING HDMI, AUDIO & VIDEO INPUT CONNECTORS (continued) ANALOG IN SETUP ANALOG-1 TO 8, 5.1 ANLG (6-8), LIVE!, NONE INPUTS DVD1 ANALOG IN Opens the ANALOG IN menu, to assign an analog audio input connector to the selected input. An analog audio input connector must be assigned if no digital audio input connector is assigned. The appearance of the ANALOG IN menu depends on the configuration of the analog audio input connectors.
Setup MC-12HD ANLG IN LVL SETUP INPUTS AUTO, -18 to +12 dB DVD1 ANGL IN LVL Opens the ANLG IN LVL menu, to adjust the 2-channel (and 5.1-channel when the MAIN ADVANCED ANALOG BYPASS parameter is set to OFF) analog audio input levels for the selected input. Analog audio sources have a wide range of levels. To compensate, the MC-12HD allows independent input level adjustment of each stereo analog audio input connector. The input level of the 5.
Setup Lexicon ASSIGNING HDMI, AUDIO & VIDEO INPUT CONNECTORS (continued) MANUAL SETUP INPUTS -18 to +12 dB DVD1 ANGL IN LVL MANUAL Provides manual adjustment of 2-channel (and 5.1-channel when the MAIN ADVANCED ANALOG BYPASS parameter is set to OFF) analog audio input levels. Lower levels cause more noise, while higher levels pose a risk of overload distortion.
Setup MC-12HD ANLG IN LVL menu level meters indicate input levels for both analog and digital audio sources. However, ANLG IN LVL menu input level adjustments only affect 2-channel (or 5.1-channel sources when the MAIN ADVANCED ANALOG BYPASS parameter is set to OFF) analog audio sources. Level meters appear in combinations of green, yellow and red when the on-screen display is configured for a blue-screen background.
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-12HD allows five preferred listening modes for each Main Zone input: one listening mode each for 2-channel, Dolby Digital, DTS(-ES), 5.1-multichannel, and MIC (LIVE!) sources. The table below indicates the INPUT SETUP menu parameters that can be used to select preferred listening modes.
Setup MC-12HD When a preferred listening mode is selected, that listening mode is automatically 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 page 3-14): 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 SELECTING PREFERRED LISTENING MODES (continued) The Use Last Parameter When the MC-12HD 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-12HD software to “remember” the last used listening mode for a given input source.
Setup MC-12HD Note: When a dynamic mode (or mode that does not appear in the input setup menu) is set as in the above example, the setting is retained even when the MC-12HD is set to standby. 2-CH SETUP INPUTS DVD1 2-CH activates the preferred listening mode whenever a new input is selected or a new Dolby Digital source is present. When the D parameter is set to USE LAST: • The MC-12HD uses the listening mode that was activated the last time a Dolby Digital source was present.
Setup Lexicon SELECTING PREFERRED LISTENING MODES (continued) 5.1mc SETUP INPUTS DVD1 5.1mc Opens the 5.1mc MODE menu, to select a preferred listening mode for 5.1-channel input sources. The MC-12HD activates the preferred listening mode whenever a new input is selected or a new 5.1-channel source is present. When the 5.1mc parameter is set to USE LAST: • The MC-12HD uses the listening mode that was activated the last time a 5.1-channel analog source was present. • The 5.
Setup MC-12HD 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 TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION DVD1 DVD2 LD TV SAT VCR CD PVR GAME TAPE TUNER AUX NAME DVD1 HDMI IN HDMI-1 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 5.1mc 5.
Setup Lexicon CONFIGURING ADVANCED INPUT SETTINGS INPUT SELECT SETUP INPUTS (continued) DIGITAL, ANALOG, AUTO DVD1 MAIN ADVANCED INPUT SELECT Controls the interaction of the digital and analog audio input connectors assigned to the current Main Zone input. The table on the next page describes INPUT SELECT parameter settings. Note: When the Shift command bank is activated, pressing the 2CH button toggles ANALOG BYPASS between ON and OFF.
Setup MC-12HD INPUT SELECT PARAMETER SETTINGS DIGITAL ANALOG AUTO The MC-12HD sends the digital audio from the assigned input to the Main Zone audio output connectors. The assigned analog audio input connector is ignored. The MC-12HD sends the analog audio from the assigned input to the Main Zone audio output connectors. The assigned digital audio input connector is ignored.
Setup Lexicon CONFIGURING ADVANCED INPUT SETTINGS (continued) S-VIDEO OSD 4:3 SETUP INPUTS DVD1 ON, OFF MAIN ADVANCED S-VIDEO OSD 4:3 Controls the on-screen display aspect ratio when the display device is connected to a Main Zone S-video output connector. Aspect ratio refers to the shape of the picture or the display device screen. A 4:3 aspect ratio is almost square. A 16:9 aspect ratio, often referred to as widescreen, is almost twice as wide as it is high.
Setup MC-12HD CAUTION! When the ZONE2 or RECORD IN parameter is set to DIGITAL or ANLG, the MC-12HD recognizes some DTS encoded sources as audio signals (not data signals) and outputs loud digital noise from the Zone 2 or Record Zone audio output connectors. ZONE2 & RECORD IN PARAMETER SETTINGS DIGITAL ANLG (Analog) DMIX (Downmix) The MC-12HD passes digital audio from the assigned input to the Zone 2 or Record Zone audio output connectors. The assigned analog audio input is ignored.
Setup Lexicon CONFIGURING ADVANCED INPUT SETTINGS (continued) RECORD ADVANCED SETUP INPUTS DVD1 ANLG IN LVL RECORD ADVANCED SETUP Opens the RECORD ADV menu, which configures advanced Record Zone input settings. The parameters on the left side of the RECORD ADV menu are identical regardless of the selected input. The parameter settings on the right side are adjustable. The RECORD ADV menu shown in the Appendix indicates factory-default parameter settings.
Setup MC-12HD RATE parameter settings have no effect when the DIGITAL BYPASS parameter is set to ON. RECORD If the downmixed audio is coming from the HDMI input, and the content is HDCP-encoded, the sample rate is limited to no more than 48kHz. Prevents recording device feedback loops. When BLOCKED is selected, the MC-12HD blocks the Record Zone audio output connectors to prevent feedback loops. However, video input signals are still passed to the Record Zone video output connectors.
Setup Lexicon SPEAKER SETUP Note: SETUP SPEAKERS Selecting the SETUP menu SPEAKERS option opens the SPEAKER SETUP menu, which configures the Main Zone audio output connectors for the desired speaker setup. The Main Zone includes 10 unbalanced audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center, LFE, Subwoofer L/R, Side L/R, and Rear L/R. Two additional audio output connectors labeled Aux L/R are provided for future expansion.
Setup MC-12HD MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP SETUP SETUP INPUTS INPUTS SPEAKERS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL PANEL CONFIG REAR DISPLAYS DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS CONTROLS VOLUME TRIGGER TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS OPTIONS LOCK LIVE! CALIBRATION SPEAKER SETUP CUSTOM SETUP CUSTOM CROSSOVER SETUP SETUP SET CROSSOVERS CHECK MICROPHONES AUTOMATIC MANUAL CUSTOM SETUP THX SETUP R SET CROSSOVERS BEFORE CALIBRATING 80Hz C 40 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 40 RR Hz SR OFF 80Hz 80Hz N/A APART 80Hz M SUB 80Hz L 80Hz S
Setup SETTING CROSSOVER POINTS Lexicon (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. 3-28 Low-pass Filter Low-pass filters attenuate high frequencies at 24dB per octave.
Setup MC-12HD 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 RR Hz SR OFF 80Hz 80Hz N/A APART THX SPEAKER SETUP !CAUTION! PRESSING THE BUTTON WILL AUTOMATICALLY CHANGE THE OUTPUTS TO A THX SPEAKER CONFIGURATION 80Hz M SUB 80Hz L 80Hz SL 80Hz RL THX SET
Setup Lexicon SETTING CROSSOVER POINTS (continued) SPEAKER SETUP PARAMETERS SETUP SPEAKERS SET CROSSOVERS CUSTOM SETUP or SETUP SPEAKERS The table below indicates the speaker setup parameters for configuring all possible settings for speaker setup parameters in the CUSTOM SETUP and THX SETUP menus. SET CROSSOVERS THX SETUP one menu, the corresponding parameter setting is automatically adjusted on the other menu.
Setup MC-12HD 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 THX SETUP R 80Hz SET CROSSOVERS BEFORE CALIBRATING C 80Hz M SUB 80Hz 40 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 60 RR Hz SR 40 Hz 80Hz 80Hz OFF N/A APART L 80Hz SL 80Hz RL 40Hz FRONT L/R 60Hz CENTER 60Hz SIDE L/R 60Hz REAR L/R MONO SUB L/R 40Hz SUB XOVER OFF LFE ULTRA2 SUB OFF BGC N
Setup Lexicon SETTING CROSSOVER POINTS FRONT L/R SETUP (continued) SIDE L/R (continued) SPEAKERS SET CROSSOVERS THX SETUP SETUP When a THX speaker setup is selected, a THX 80Hz crossover point is applied to the FRONT L/R output connectors, and the FRONT L/R parameter cannot be adjusted. CENTER SETUP FULL, FULL + SUB, 30Hz to 120Hz, THX 80Hz, NONE SPEAKERS SET CROSSOVERS CUSTOM SETUP • Select FULL to send a full-range signal to the center speaker.
Setup MC-12HD 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 RR Hz SR OFF 80Hz 80Hz N/A APART THX SPEAKER SETUP !CAUTION! PRESSING THE BUTTON WILL AUTOMATICALLY CHANGE THE OUTPUTS TO A THX SPEAKER CONFIGURATION
Setup Lexicon SETTING CROSSOVER POINTS SUB L/R SETUP (continued) MONO, STEREO, NONE SPEAKERS SET CROSSOVERS CUSTOM SETUP SUB L/R Configures the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled SUBWOOFER L/R for a speaker setup that includes one, two, or no subwoofer(s). When a custom speaker setup is selected, the SUB L/R parameter opens the SUBWOOFERS L/R menu, to select a configuration for the SUBWOOFER L/R output connectors. • Select MONO if the speaker setup includes one subwoofer.
Setup MC-12HD 5.1mc BYPASS listening mode is activated. In this instance, configure the speaker setup with the associated DVD-A/SACD player to redirect low frequency signals.
Setup Lexicon SETTING CROSSOVER POINTS (continued) THX ULTRA2 SUB SETUP or SETUP SPEAKERS SPEAKERS ON, OFF SET CROSSOVERS SET CROSSOVERS CUSTOM SETUP ULTRA2 SUB THX SETUP ULTRA2 SUB Enables boundary gain compensation (BGC) for THX Ultra2certified subwoofers. • • Select ON if the subwoofer using the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Subwoofer L/R is THX Ultra2-certified. When ON is selected, the BGC parameter can be used to adjust boundary gain compensation.
MC-12HD Setup You can use the remote control 7/5 button to toggle between 7and 5-channel playback. When you use the 7/5 button, the MC12HD automatically: • • • Activates ASA processing during 7-channel playback. Deactivates ASA processing during 5-channel playback. Switches between the 5.1 THX ULTRA2 and THX, DTS THX ULTRA2 and DTS THX, or 5.1mc THX ULTRA2 and 5.1mc THX listening modes.
Setup Lexicon CALIBRATING SPEAKER DISTANCES & OUTPUT LEVELS The MC-12HD 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 MC-12HD UNITS SETUP FEET, METERS 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-12HD calculates speaker distances in feet. When METERS is selected, the MC-12HD calculates speaker distances in meters. When the UNITS parameter setting is adjusted, the MC-12HD automatically adjusts speaker distances to the closest available value in the selected unit of measurement.
Setup Lexicon AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION The MC-12HD offers automatic calibration of speaker distances, output levels, 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 MC-12HD 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 microphone. • The microphone wires also require careful handling. Do not sharply bend the wires or place objects on them.
Setup AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION Lexicon (continued) 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 MC-12HD 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 Lexicon AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION (continued) 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-12HD outputs calibration noise signals between 55 and 95dB, beginning with 55dB and increasing in 5dB increments until the microphones detect the required level.
Setup MC-12HD check. To do this, the MC-12HD sends alternating calibration noise signals to the front left and right speakers. The MC-12HD 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-12HD determines the appropriate output level for the calibration noise signal used during automatic calibration. 4. Press the and arrow buttons to highlight the desired microphone parameter.
Setup Lexicon AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION Message (continued) Description Troubleshooting (MICROPHONE) OK The microphone detected the calibration noise signal without error. • N/A (MICROPHONE) NOT DETECTED The MC-12HD did not detect the microphone during the silence check. • Examine microphone input connections to ensure that the microphones are properly connected to the MC-12HD and that microphone cable plugs are fully inserted for a solid connection. • The microphone might be damaged.
Setup MC-12HD 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 furniture and other fixtures, where echoes will not obscure calibrat
Setup AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION Lexicon (continued) 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 listeners’ heads will be positioned 3 In a clear line-of-sight path with the speakers Rear Left 3 In a location unobstructed by furniture and other fixtures, where echoes will not obscure calibration noise signals Side Left R
Setup MC-12HD 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 listeners’ heads will be positioned 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 AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION Lexicon (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 in spots where the listeners’ heads will not be positioned 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 locations obstructed by furniture and othe
Setup MC-12HD 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 positioned 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 locations obstructed by furniture and other fixtures, where echoes might obs
Setup Lexicon AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION (continued) 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 CUSTOM AUTO SPEAKER SETUP SETUP DISTANCES40 & LEVELS Hz DISTANCES60 Hz OUTPUT LEVELS 60 Hz 60 Hz PLACE MICROPHONES 40 Hz IN PRIMARYOFF LISTE
Setup MC-12HD SETTING SETUP DISTANCES CUSTOM FRONT LEFT CENTER FRONT RIGHT SIDE RIGHT REAR RIGHT REAR LEFT SIDE LEFT MONO SUB SUB RIGHT LFE STEP SETTING SETUP DISTANCES CUSTOM 0.0ft 0.0ft 0.0ft 0.0ft 0.0ft 0.0ft 0.0ft 0.0ft N/A N/A FRONT LEFT CENTER FRONT RIGHT SIDE RIGHT REAR RIGHT REAR LEFT SIDE LEFT MONO SUB SUB RIGHT LFE DISTANCES SETTING SETUP LEVELS CUSTOM 12.0ft 10.5ft 12.0ft 4.5ft ERROR 6.0ft 4.
Setup Lexicon AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION STEP (continued) DISTANCES & LEVELS DISTANCES AUTO DISTANCES FRONT LEFT CENTER FRONT RIGHT SIDE RIGHT REAR RIGHT REAR LEFT SIDE LEFT MONO SUB SUB RIGHT LFE 12.0ft 10.5ft 12.0ft 4.5ft ERROR 6.0ft 4.5ft N/A N/A N/A FRONT LEFT OK • A parameter value indicates that no errors occurred during the calibration procedure. • An ERROR message indicates that a value was calculated, but at least one error occurred during the calibration procedure.
Setup MC-12HD STEP DISTANCES SET DISTANCES AUTO DISTANCES AUTO DISTANCES ORIGINAL DISTANCES FRONT LEFT CENTER FRONT RIGHT SIDE RIGHT REAR RIGHT REAR LEFT SIDE LEFT MONO SUB SUB RIGHT LFE R SR 0.0ft 0.0ft RR 0.0ft C 0.0ft M SUB 0.0ft 6 L 0.0ft SL RL 0.0ft 0.0ft DISTANCES & LEVELS AUTO SPEAKER SETUP 12.0ft 10.5ft 12.0ft 4.5ft ERROR 6.0ft 4.
Setup Lexicon AUTOMATIC CALIBRATION Message (continued) Description Troubleshooting The MC-12HD 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-12HD only calibrates values for speakers that are included in the speaker setup.
Setup MC-12HD 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 Lexicon MANUAL CALIBRATION (continued) 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 MC-12HD PERFORMING MANUAL OUTPUT LEVEL CALIBRATION SETUP SPEAKERS MANUAL LEVELS CALIBRATION Selecting the MANUAL SPEAKER SETUP menu LEVELS CALIBRATION option displays the LEVELS CALIBRATION menu to manually calibrate output levels. Note the following: • You should use a Sound Pressure Level (SPL) meter to manually calibrate output levels. An SPL meter is a device that measures the relative loudness of the speakers to ensure accurate output level calibration.
Setup Lexicon MANUAL CALIBRATION (continued) 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. When the INTERNAL NOISE message opens: • • Press the arrow button to open the SPEAKER LEVEL ADJUST menu shown on the previous page. When the SPEAKER LEVEL ADJUST menu opens, the internal noise test automatically begins.
Setup MC-12HD 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 3-59, 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-12HD activates a listening mode based on the current Main Zone input source.
Setup Lexicon MANUAL CALIBRATION (continued) 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 Subwoofer L/R and LFE connectors. This menu also sets amplitude limits on low frequency signals redirected to other Main Zone audio output connectors.
Setup MC-12HD CAL NOISE SETUP SPEAKERS ON, OFF MANUAL LEVELS CALIBRATION BASS PEAK LIMITERS L/R LIMIT ADJ SETUP SPEAKERS 75 to 120dB MANUAL LEVELS CALIBRATION BASS PEAK LIMITERS L/R LIMITER ADJ CAL NOISE Determines whether bass peak limiters are set with an internal or external calibration source. Specifies the output level restriction applied to the Subwoofer L/R output connectors, and to other Main Zone audio output connectors to which low frequency signals are redirected.
Setup Lexicon MANUAL CALIBRATION (continued) LFE LIMITER ADJ SETUP SPEAKERS 75 to 120dB MANUAL LEVELS CALIBRATION BASS PEAK LIMITERS To set the LFE LIMIT ADJ parameter: 1. Select the LFE LIMIT ADJ parameter. LFE LIMITER ADJ The parameter initially sets to 75dB. Specifies the output level restriction the MC-12HD applies to the LFE output connector. 2. Press the value.
Setup MC-12HD 5 STEREO & 5.1 ANLG SETUP REAR PANEL CONFIG 5 STEREO & 5.1 ANLG Select the 5 STEREO & 5.1 ANLG option to configure the analog audio input connectors as five stereo and one 5.1-channel connectors. When 5 STEREO & 5.1 ANLG is selected: • The 5.1-channel connector should only be used with 5.1-channel analog sources such as DVD-As and SACDs. • The analog audio input connectors labeled 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 are configured as stereo connectors.
Setup Lexicon DISPLAY SETUP SETUP DISPLAYS The DISPLAYS option displays the DISPLAY SETUP menu, to customize the on-screen and front-panel displays, restore audio/video synchronization, and create and activate a custom unit name.
Setup MC-12HD SETUP DISPLAY SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION ON-SCREEN DISPLAY FRONT PANEL DISPLAY A/V SYNC DELAY OFF CUSTOM NAME OFF EDIT CUSTOM NAME EDIT CUSTOM NAME MC-12HD > MAIN MENU BUTTONS TO EDIT UP TO 20 CHARACTERS BUTTON TO ADVANCE EDIT CUSTOM NAME SETUP DISPLAYS EDIT CUSTOM NAME Opens the EDIT CUSTOM NAME drop-down menu shown above, which can be used to create a custom unit name.
Setup Lexicon ON-SCREEN DISPLAY SETUP DISPLAYS ON-SCREEN DISPLAY The ON-SCREEN DISPLAY option opens the ON-SCREEN DISPLAY menu, to customize the on-screen display.
Setup MC-12HD the two-line status appears centered on the display device screen. When BOTTOM is selected, the two-line status appears near the bottom of the display device screen. the command bank from which the MC-12HD last received a command. The table below indicates the letter that represents each command bank. FORMAT When ON is selected, the command bank indicator appears in the top-right corner of the on-screen display whenever the MC-12HD receives a remote control command.
Setup Lexicon FRONT PANEL DISPLAY SETUP DISPLAYS FRONT PANEL DISPLAY Opens the FRONT PANEL DISPLAY menu, to customize the front panel display.
Setup MC-12HD VOLUME CONTROL SETUP SETUP VOLUME CONTROLS Opens the VOLUME CONTROL SETUP menu, to configure the Main Zone, Zone 2, and Record Zone volume levels.
Setup Lexicon VOLUME CONTROL SETUP (continued) REC PWR ON SETUP VOLUME CONTROLS LAST LVL, -80 to +12dB REC PWR ON Sets the Record Zone volume level for the output connector labeled Var to the selected value when the Record Zone is activated. When LAST LVL is selected, the MC-12HD sets Record Zone volume level to the last volume level that was selected in the Record Zone during the previous operating session.
Setup MC-12HD TRIGGER SETUP SETUP TRIGGER SETUP TRIGGERS SETUP MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION TRIGGER SETUP TRIGGER 1 TRIGGER 2 REMOTE REMOTE The TRIGGERS option prompts you to select trigger output connector 1 or 2. The MC-12HD includes three 12V DC trigger output connectors labeled PWR (power), 1, and 2.
Setup Lexicon TRIGGER SETUP (continued) REMOTE ONLY SETUP TRIGGERS ON, OFF TRIGGER 1 OR TRIGGER 2 REMOTE ONLY Configures the selected trigger output connector for remote operation. Select the ON setting to configure the selected connector for remote operation. Select the OFF setting to configure the selected connector for program operation. Refer to the Program Operation Parameter description below for more information.
Setup MC-12HD LOCK OPTIONS SETUP LOCK OPTIONS Displays the LOCK OPTIONS menu, which protects 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.
Setup MC-12HD 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 LIVE! CALIBRATION Lexicon (continued) 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.
Setup MC-12HD 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! SETUP CALIBRATION !CAUTION! 40 Hz 60 HzLEVELS HIGH AUDIO 60 Hz Hz 10 SEC YOU WILL60 HAVE TO LEAVE 40 THEHzROOM OR OFF SIT QUIETLY N/A PRESSAPART TO BEGIN COUNTDOWN LIVE! CALIBRATION LIVE! CALIBRATION TEST WILL BEGIN IN 10 IN PROGRESS LIVE! CALIBRATION CALIBRATION DONE PRESS TO SKIP COUNTDOWN PL
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Audio Controls Lexicon AUDIO CONTROLS Selecting the MAIN MENU AUDIO CONTROLS option opens the AUDIO CONTROLS menu, to customize the Main Zone, Zone 2, and Record Zone audio output connectors. MAIN MENU AUDIO CONTROLS MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP BASS +0.0dB TREBLE +0.0dB TILT EQ +0.0dB LOUDNESS OFF BALANCE FADER ZONE2 BALANCE RECORD BALANCE L< >R B< ON OFF >F -3.0 to +3.0dB -6.0 to +6.
Audio Controls MC-12 BASS AUDIO CONTROLS -6.0dB to +6.0dB BASS BASS Controls the amount of low-frequency boost or cut applied to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center, LFE, and Subwoofer L/R. The graph to the right indicates the frequency response of all BASS parameter settings. To control the bass from the remote control: Press the Shift button: • Press the CD button to increase the BASS parameter setting in 0.5dB increments.
Audio Controls TREBLE AUDIO CONTROLS Lexicon -6.0dB to +6.0dB TREBLE TREBLE Controls the amount of boost or cut applied to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R and Center. The graph shown at the right indicates the frequency response of all TREBLE parameter settings. To control the treble from the remote control: Press the Shift button: • Press the PVR button to increase the TREBLE parameter setting in 0.5dB increments.
Audio Controls MC-12 TILT EQ AUDIO CONTROLS -3.0 to +3.0 TILT EQ TILT EQ Controls the amount of tilt equalization applied to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center, LFE, and Subwoofer L/R. This parameter setting affects the entire frequency spectrum with a hinge point at 1kHz. As the setting increases, frequencies higher than 1kHz are boosted while frequencies lower than 1kHz are simultaneously cut.
Audio Controls LOUDNESS AUDIO CONTROLS Lexicon ON, OFF LOUDNESS LOUDNESS Controls the amount of low-frequency boost that is automatically applied to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center, LFE, and Subwoofer L/R. When ON is selected, loudness compensation is automatically applied based on volume level. As volume level increases, the amount of low-frequency boost automatically decreases. The loudness contour is optimized for input sources calibrated to THX reference levels.
Audio Controls MC-12 BALANCE AUDIO CONTROLS L< <|> >R BALANCE ZONE2 BALANCE AUDIO CONTROLS L< <|> >R ZONE2 BALANCE Controls the left-to-right balance of the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, SIDE L/R, and REAR L/R. Controls the left-to-right balance of the Zone 2 audio output connectors.
5 Mode Adjust Mode Adjust ...............................................................................5-2 Listening Mode Activation...........................................................5-2 Preferred Listening Mode Selection Parameters ........................................ 5-3 Mode Buttons .......................................................................................... 5-4 Mode Family Selection Buttons ................................................................
Mode Adjust MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST MODE ADJUST MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP 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 5.1 PLIIx MOV 5.1 PLIIx MUS DIGITAL* 5.1 2-CHANNEL 5.1 MONO LOGIC 5.1 MONO SURR 5.1 MONO FILM* MUSIC* * MUSIC * 2-CHAN* 5.1mc FILM 5.1mc MUSIC 5.1mc * 5.1mc MUSIC 5.1mc STANDARD 5.
Mode Adjust MC-12HD PREFERRED LISTENING MODE SELECTION PARAMETERS You can select five preferred listening modes for each Main Zone input, including one listening mode each for 2-channel, Dolby Digital, DTS-ES, 5.1-channel analog, and microphone sources. The table below indicates the INPUT SETUP menu parameters that can be used to select preferred listening modes.
Mode Adjust Lexicon MODE BUTTONS MODE FAMILY SELECTION BUTTONS Use the front panel and remote control Mode buttons to audition listening modes with the current Main Zone input source. Press the Mode + or – button to scroll up or down through the available listening modes for the current Main Zone input source. For example, if a 2-channel source is present in the Main Zone, the Mode buttons can be used to audition 2-channel listening modes.
Mode Adjust MC-12HD LISTENING MODES DESCRIPTIONS The MC-12HD offers an assortment of listening modes for 2-channel, Dolby Digital, DTS-ES, analog, and microphone sources. Listening mode descriptions begin below and continue in the order shown on the MODE ADJUST menu. The table included with each description indicates the corresponding listening mode menu parameters, as well as their factory default and possible parameter settings. All listening mode menus are shown in the Appendix.
Mode Adjust Lexicon MUSIC MODE ADJUST 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 MC-12HD PLIIx + MODE ADJUST & PLII + PLIIx + OR PLIIx MOV & MODE ADJUST PLII + These listening modes are designed to playback 7.1 (PLIIx) or 5.1 (PLII) discrete channels decoded from 2-channel Dolby Surround encoded sources. The seven or five main channels are full frequency. The .1 channel, often referred to as LFE information, has a limited frequency range of up to 120Hz. The PLIIx + THX listening mode is only available when the front, side and rear speakers are present.
Mode Adjust Lexicon PLIIx MUS & MODE ADJUST PLIIx MUS PLII MUSIC OR PLII MUSIC The Dolby PLIIx MUS (MUSIC) and Dolby PLII MUSIC listening modes are designed to playback 7.1 or 5.1 discrete channels decoded from 2-channel music sources. The seven or five main channels are full frequency. The .1 channel, often referred to as LFE information, has a limited frequency range of up to 120Hz. The PLIIx listening mode is only available when the front, side and rear speakers are present.
Mode Adjust MC-12HD PRO LOGIC MODE ADJUST + PRO LOGIC MODE ADJUST + The Dolby PRO LOGIC mode is designed for playback of Dolby Surround encoded sources. It decodes four channels from Dolby Surround encoded sources, and uses a mono surround channel with a high frequency rolloff above 7kHz. 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).
Mode Adjust Lexicon CIN & MODE ADJUST MUSIC CIN OR MUSIC NIGHTCLUB MODE ADJUST NIGHTCLUB These modes are designed for playback of matrix encoded digital stereo film or music 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. The LFE channel is generated through bass management in the MC-12HD.
Mode Adjust MC-12HD CONCERT HALL MODE ADJUST CHURCH CONCERT HALL MODE ADJUST The CONCERT HALL mode generates early reflections and sends them to the front, side and rear channels to simulate large listening spaces. The CONCERT HALL mode is a superior room simulation listening mode because it uses a proprietary reverb algorithm inherited from Lexicon professional products.
Mode Adjust Lexicon CATHEDRAL MODE ADJUST PANORAMA CATHEDRAL MODE ADJUST PANORAMA The CATHEDRAL mode is similar to the CHURCH listening mode. It uses a reverb algorithm to emphasize the rich, smooth, reverberant decay characteristic of large listening spaces with long reverberation time relative to their size, such as cathedrals. The PANORAMA mode is designed for playback of stereo and matrix encoded sources.
Mode Adjust MC-12HD PANORAMA CALIBRATION MODE ADJUST PANORAMA PANORAMA CALIBRATION SOURCE LEFT & RIGHT SPEAKER ANGLE 30deg LISTENER POS +0 NOTE: ENSURE THAT “SPEAKER SETUP” HAS BEEN PROPERLY PERFORMED CALIBRATION Select PANORAMA CALIBRATION to open the PANORAMA CALIBRATION menu shown to the left, to calibrate the PANORAMA listening mode. This listening mode must be calibrated to take full advantage of its effects.
Mode Adjust PANORAMA Lexicon (continued) Front Left Front Right Front Left Front Right Front Left Front Right 60 L127 ........ Center ......... R127 Left Primary Listening Position Center 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.
Mode Adjust MC-12HD 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.
Mode Adjust Lexicon MONO SURROUND MODE ADJUST 5.1 MONO SURROUND FILM MODE ADJUST This mode, designed for playback of mono sources, sends the mono source to all channels. Parameter OUTPUT LEVELS Refer to page 5-35 CUSTOM Refer to page 5-35 5.1 FILM The 5.1 L7 FILM mode is a proprietary Lexicon listening mode designed for playback of 5.1-channel Dolby Digital encoded film sources, and provides remarkable improvement compared to other decoders. It derives seven channels from 5.
Mode Adjust MC-12HD 5.1 5.1 TV MODE ADJUST 5.1 MUSIC 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 , MODE ADJUST Lexicon UL2Cin & OR SurEX UL2Cin OR SurEX These modes are designed for 7-channel playback of 5.1-channel Dolby Digital film sources. 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-12HD surround channel increases the perceived width of the surround field in home theaters. • ASA processing is applied to signals sent to the rear speakers. Refer to the ASA parameter description on page 3-36 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. MUSIC MODE ADJUST MUSIC This listening mode is designed for playback of 5.
Mode Adjust Lexicon 5.1 PLIIx MOV MODE ADJUST 5.1 PLIIx MUS 5.1 PLIIx MOV MODE ADJUST The 5.1 PLIIx MOV (MOVIE) listening mode is designed to playback 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-12HD DIGITAL & MODE ADJUST DIGITAL EX DIGITAL OR • Dolby Digital Surround EX decoding is activated when the EX DECODING parameter is set to ON or AUTO and a flagged 5.1-channel Dolby Digital source recorded with Dolby Digital Surround EX encoding is detected. • Dolby Digital Surround EX decoding is not activated when the EX DECODING parameter is set to OFF or AUTO and a non-flagged 5.
Mode Adjust Lexicon DIGITAL & MODE ADJUST DIGITAL EX DIGITAL OR (continued) 5.1 2-CHANNEL MODE ADJUST DIGITAL EX Parameter Default Setting Possible Settings EX DECODING AUTO AUTO, ON, OFF COMPRESSION OFF AUTO, ON, OFF LFE MIX +0.0dB -10.0 to +0.0dB OUTPUT LEVELS Refer to page 5-35 CUSTOM Refer to page 5-35 See “Listening Mode Menu Option & Parameter Descriptions” on page 5-37 for detailed descriptions. 5.
Mode Adjust MC-12HD 5.1 MONO LOGIC MODE ADJUST 5.1 MONO SURR MODE ADJUST 5.1 MONO LOGIC This listening mode, designed for playback of Dolby Digital Encoded mono sources, uses proprietary Lexicon reverb algorithms to realistically expand mono sources to use all channels. This dramatically increases the perceived width and sense of envelopment of the listening space. Note that: • • When a 1.0 Dolby Digital source is present, the MC-12HD automatically activates the 5.1 MONO LOGIC listening mode.
Mode Adjust Lexicon DECODING The DTS and DTS-ES 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. • DTS-ES decoding is activated when both the side and rear speakers are present and the ES DECODING parameter is set to ON or AUTO and a 5.1-channel matrix encoded source is detected.
Mode Adjust MC-12HD FILM & MODE ADJUST FILM FILM OR MUSIC & FILM MODE ADJUST 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. The listening modes are designed for enhanced playback of 5.1-channel DTS, 5.
Mode Adjust Lexicon & 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. 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 MC-12HD 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, DTS-ES Discr ES DECODING: ON DTS-ES THX DTS-ES THX DTS-ES THX, DTS-ES Discr ES DECODING: OFF DTS THX UL2Cin DTS THX UL2Cin DTS THX UL2Cin MUSIC MODE ADJUST , & MODE ADJUST MUSIC The DTS THX MUSIC listening mode is designed for playback of 5.
Mode Adjust Lexicon 2-CHAN & MODE ADJUST 5.1mc 2-CHAN 2-CHAN OR FILM MODE ADJUST 2-CHAN 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. 5.1mc FILM The 5.1mc LOGIC 7 FILM listening mode is a proprietary Lexicon listening mode that uses Logic 7 decoding to derive seven channels from 5.1-channel film sources with enhanced front steering.
Mode Adjust MC-12HD 5.1mc MUSIC MODE ADJUST 5.1mc 5.1mc MUSIC MODE ADJUST The 5.1mc LOGIC 7 MUSIC listening mode is similar to the 5.1mc LOGIC 7 FILM listening mode, but specifically tailored for music sources. This mode is designed and recommended for playback of 5.1-channel music sources. Option/Parameter Default Setting Possible Settings VOCAL ENHANCE +0.0dB +6.0dB, +3.0dB, +0.
Mode Adjust 5.1mc Lexicon , 5.1mc MODE ADJUST 5.1mc UL2Cin, & 5.1mc OR 5.1mc UL2Cin OR 5.1mc SurEX (continued) SurEX The 5.1mc THX UL2Cin listening mode The 5.1mc THX UL2Cin listening mode is available when both side and rear speakers are present and THX Ultra2 decoding is active. THX Ultra2 decoding is activated when the SURROUND EX parameter is set to OFF. When THX Ultra2 decoding is activated: • Adaptive de-correlation is applied to increase the perceived width of the listening space.
Mode Adjust MC-12HD 5.1mc MODE ADJUST 5.1mc STANDARD MUSIC 5.1mc MODE ADJUST MUSIC The 5.1mc THX MUSIC listening mode is designed for playback of 5.1-channel music sources. It cannot be activated unless side and rear speakers are present. This mode performs best in home theaters where the rear speakers are placed close together. ASA processing is applied to signals sent to the rear speakers. Refer to the ASA parameter description on page 3-36 for more information. 5.1mc STANDARD This mode allows 5.
Mode Adjust Lexicon 5.1mc 2-CHAN MODE ADJUST 5.1mc BYPASS MODE ADJUST 5.1mc 2-CHAN 5.1mc BYPASS This mode downmixes 5.1-channel input signals into 2-channel Logic 7-encoded output signals. It sends these signals to the front speakers and the subwoofer. It is recommended for recording purposes, particularly for recording from a DVD-A or multi-channel SACD player to a CD-R or another 2-channel recording format. • Designed for playback of 5.1-channel sources, such as DVD-A or SACD players.
Mode Adjust MC-12HD 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. LIVE! SMALL, LIVE! MED & LIVE! LARGE MODE ADJUST LIVE! SMALL OR LIVE! MED OR LIVE! LARGE 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.
Mode Adjust Lexicon LIVE! SMALL, LIVE! MED & LIVE! LARGE MODE ADJUST LIVE! SMALL OR LIVE! MED OR (continued) LIVE! LARGE LIVE! SMALL ADVANCED parameter settings: Parameter Default Setting Possible Settings REVERB LVL EARLY RFLX LVL BASS XOVER SHAPE SPREAD SIZE +0dB -13dB 156Hz 0 0% 19m -80dB to +0dB -80dB to +12dB 30Hz to 19.
Mode Adjust MC-12HD OUTPUT LEVELS MODE ADJUST OUTPUT LEVELS CENTER SIDE L/R REAR L/R SUB L/R LFE CUSTOM Listening Mode +0dB +0dB +0dB +0dB +0dB 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 L/R, LFE, Side L/R, and Rear L/R. The OUTPUT LEVELS option does not appear on listening mode menus when the selected listening mode does not accommodate multichannel output signals.
Mode Adjust CUSTOM Lexicon To restore the factory default version of the selected listening mode: (continued) PRESET CUSTOM CUSTOM CUSTOM VS PRESET RESET MODE 1. Follow the RESET MODE menu path to select the RESET MODE option. The PRESS RIGHT V TO RESTORE MODE message appears on the on-screen display. CUSTOM CUSTOM VS PRESET RESET MODE To toggle between the custom and factory default versions of the selected listening mode: 1.
Mode Adjust MC-12HD LISTENING MODE MENU OPTION & PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS 5 SPKR ENHANCE ON, OFF Simulates 7-channel playback in 5-channel speaker configurations. When set to ON, the MC-12HD 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 sides of the primary listening position, or when the primary listening position is located against the rear wall.
Mode Adjust Lexicon LISTENING MODE MENU OPTION & PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS 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, 5.1mc 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.
Mode Adjust MC-12HD EARLY RFLX LVL -80dB to +12dB, OFF Controls the amount of additional early reflections. Available in all LIVE! modes. EFFECT LVL -12 to +6dB Adjusts the amount of effect applied to the listening mode. Available in NIGHTCLUB, CONCERT HALL, CHURCH, CATHEDRAL, PANORAMA, MONO LOGIC, and 5.1 MONO LOGIC modes. ES DECODING AUTO, ON, OFF Controls DTS-ES decoding, which extracts a rear channel from 5.1-channel DTS, 5.1-channel matrix encoded DTS-ES, and 6.
Mode Adjust Lexicon LISTENING MODE MENU OPTION & PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS (continued) Note the following: LFE • Dolby Digital Surround EX decoding cannot be engaged unless both side and rear speakers are present. • When the Shift command bank is activated, pressing the remote control DOLBY button while a 5.1-channel Dolby Digital source is present activates the Dolby DIGITAL EX or Dolby DIGITAL listening mode.
Mode Adjust MC-12HD Note: OUTPUT LEVELS The LISTENER POS parameter range might extend past the location of the front left and right speakers. Opens the OUTPUT LEVELS menu, which is used to adjust output levels for the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Center, Subwoofer L/R, LFE, Side L/R, and Rear L/R. Refer to page 5-35 for more information. Available in all except 2-CHANNEL, MONO, 5.1 2-CHANNEL, 5.1 MONO, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, 5.1mc 2-CHAN, 2CH BYPASS, and LIVE! modes. LIVENESS 30ms to 20.
Mode Adjust Lexicon LISTENING MODE MENU OPTION & PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS RE-EQUALIZER ON, OFF Simulates high frequency rolloffs that occur in movie theaters. When set to ON, the MC-12HD applies a high frequency filter. When set to OFF, the MC-12HD does not apply a high frequency filter. You should set this parameter to ON for film sources, as many films are mixed for movie theaters and might sound too bright when played back in home theaters without re-equalization.
Mode Adjust MC-12HD SOUND STAGE FRONT, NEUTRAL, REAR Dynamically controls the relative balance of the audio output connectors. When set to FRONT, Side L/R and Rear L/R output levels are attenuated by 6dB, shifting the perceived balance of the sound field to the front of the listening space. When set to NEUTRAL, Side L/R and Rear L/R output levels are slightly attenuated by 3dB, shifting the perceived balance of the sound field to the center of the listening space.
Mode Adjust Lexicon LISTENING MODE MENU OPTION & PARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS SURROUND DLY 0 to 15ms Increases the perceived depth of the listening space by delaying the arrival time of signals from the side and rear speakers. It is recommended that you increase the setting when a greater sense of depth is desired in the listening space. Available in DPLII MUSIC and DPLIIx MUSIC modes. SURROUND EX When AUTO is selected, THX Surround EX decoding is engaged when a flagged 5.
Mode Adjust MC-12HD TREB CUT RT 500Hz to 20kHz Sets the frequency above which high frequencies are rolled off in the reverberated signal, causing reverberated signals to grow progressively darker. This results in a more natural sound because it simulates the effect of air absorption in a real hall. Setting this parameter to a low frequency dampens the audio as it recirculates, and consequently can actually shorten the reverb time. Available in all LIVE! modes. VOCAL ENHANCE +6.0dB, +3.0dB, +0.
Mode Adjust Lexicon The parameter... Is used in these modes CENTER DEPTH NIGHTCLUB, CONCERT HALL, CHURCH, CATHEDRAL CENTER MIX 5.1 2-CHANNEL, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, 5.1mc 2-CHAN CNTR DLY SAMPLES 5.1 2-CHANNEL, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, 5.
Mode Adjust MC-12HD The parameter... Is used in these modes LIVENESS NIGHTCLUB, CONCERT HALL LOW FREQ WIDTH PANORAMA MASTER LEVEL 5.1 2-CHANNEL, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, 5.1mc 2-CHANNEL MID RT CHURCH, CATHEDRAL, and all LIVE! modes OUTPUT LEVELS All except 2-CHANNEL, MONO, 5.1 2-CHANNEL, 5.1 MONO, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, 5.
Mode Adjust Lexicon The parameter... Is used in these modes SOURCE PANORAMA CALIBRATION SPEAKER ANGLE PANORAMA CALIBRATION SPEECH DETECT NIGHTCLUB, CONCERT HALL, CHURCH, and CATHEDRAL SPREAD All LIVE! modes SUB L/R & SUB L/R LVL All except LIVE! modes SURR ROLLOFF All L7 modes SURROUND DLY DPLII MUSIC and DPLIIx MUSIC SURROUND EX THX ULTRA2, THX SurEX, THX SURROUND MIX 5.1 2-CHANNEL, DTS(-ES) 2-CHAN, 5.
6 Troubleshooting & Maintenance Troubleshooting..........................................................................6-2 Routine Maintenance ..................................................................6-4 Restoring Factory default Settings ...............................................
Troubleshooting & Maintenance Lexicon TROUBLESHOOTING 2. Make sure all associated power amplifiers are powered on. The MC-12HD does not power on. 3. Make sure the MC-12HD is receiving an audio signal. To do this, follow the instructions that begin on page 2-21 to open the STATUS menu for the current input source. 1. Make sure the rear panel power switch is set to the I (“on”) position. 2. Attempt to power on the MC-12HD with the front panel Standby button and remote control On button. 3.
Troubleshooting & Maintenance Style Guide 7. Make sure volume level is audible. Volume level can be increased with the front panel volume knob or the remote control VOL + and – buttons. No audio when using a HDMI to DVI cable or adaptor between the MC-12HD and the display. Because DVI does not carry an audio signal, no audio will be heard. Use the MC-12HD analog or digital output connectors for audio. 2.
Troubleshooting & Maintenance Lexicon The MC-12HD is exhibiting erratic behavior. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 1. Set the rear panel power switch to the c (“off”) position. Wait 10 seconds. Then, set the rear panel power switch to the | (“on”) position. The bulleted items below describe routine maintenance that should be performed on a periodic basis. 2.
Troubleshooting & Maintenance Style Guide RESTORING FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS When factory default settings are restored, all parameters and values that the owner has defined are restored to their factory default settings. Before restoring factory default settings, you should record all of your current settings. FACTORY SETTINGS FACTORY SETTINGS EXIT RESTORE DEFAULTS 4. Press the remote control or arrow button to highlight RESTORE DEFAULTS, then press the arrow button.
A Appendix Specifications ............................................................................. A-2 Declaration of Conformity.......................................................... A-4 Menu Tree ................................................................................. A-5 Installation Worksheet .............................................................
Appendix Lexicon SPECIFICATIONS HDMI Input & Output Connectors HDMI Inputs • 6 HDMI Type A (19-pin) connectors HDMI Output • 1 HDMI Type A (19-pin) connector HDMI Performance Video Resolutions Audio Sample Rates • 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i (resolutions dependent on the capability of the HDMI display connected to the MC-12HD HDMI output connector) Analog Audio Inputs • 8 stereo (RCA) or 5 stereo and one 5.
Appendix MC-12 Zone 2 & Record Zone Audio Performance Output Level Output Impedance • 200mVrms typical, 4Vrms maximum (RCA connectors) • 400mVrms typical, 8Vrms maximum (XLR connectors, Zone 2 only, MC-12HD Balanced only) • Maximum value with full-scale input signal and volume at 0dB • 100Ω in parallel with 150pF (RCA connectors) • 50Ω in parallel with 150pF (XLR connectors, Zone 2 only, MC-12HD Balanced only) Component Video Performance Compatibility • 3-channel (Y, Pr, Pb), format-independent Switch
Appendix Lexicon Other Remote Control • Hand-held, backlit infrared remote control unit • Requires 2 AA batteries (Alkaline batteries recommended) Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Appendix MC-12 MENU TREE MAIN MENU SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION Selecting SETUP TRIGGERS prompts the selection of a trigger output connector. Selecting a connector opens the TRIGGER SETUP menu Shown at the far right. The parameters on the left side of the TRIGGER SETUP menu are identical regardless of the selected connector.
Appendix Lexicon MENU TREE (continued) MAIN MENU SETUP INPUT SETUP INPUT SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION DVD1 DVD2 LD TV SAT VCR CD PVR GAME TAPE TUNER AUX DVD1 INPUT SETUP LD INPUT SETUP NAME HDMI IN NAME HDMI IN DVD1 HDMI-1 SAT INPUT SETUP LD NONE NAME HDMI IN Selecting SETUP INPUTS prompts the selection of the desired input (for example, DVD1).
Appendix MC-12 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 LD TV SAT VCR CD PVR GAME TAPE TUNER AUX NAME HDMI IN DVD1 HDMI-1 DIGITAL IN HDMI AUDIO ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN LVL AUTO VIDEO IN S-VIDEO-1 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH FILM D 5.1 FILM FILM 5.1mc 5.
Appendix Lexicon MENU TREE (continued) The MAIN ADV menus indicate factory-default parameter settings for each input.
Appendix MC-12 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 LD TV SAT VCR CD PVR GAME TAPE TUNER AUX NAME HDMI IN CD MAIN ADV INPUT SELECT DIGITAL OFF ANALOG BYPASS AUTO S-VIDEO 16:9 ON S-VIDEO OSD 4:3 OFF COMPONENT OSD DVD1 HDMI-1 The RECORD ADV menus indicate factory-default parameter settings for each input.
Appendix Lexicon MENU TREE (continued) 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 A-10 SL RL 80Hz 80Hz THX SPEAKER SETUP CUSTOM SETUP 80 Hz FRONT L/R 80 Hz
Appendix MC-12 MAIN MENU SETUP SPEAKER SETUP CHECK MICROPHONES CHECK MICROPHONES CHECK MICROPHONES MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS 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 AROUND PREFERRED LISTENING POSITIONS
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 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 SID
Appendix MC-12 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 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 0.0ft 0.0ft 0.
Appendix Lexicon MENU TREE (continued) 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 SPEAKE
Appendix MC-12 MAIN MENU SETUP MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP INPUTS SPEAKERS REAR PANEL CONFIG DISPLAYS VOLUME CONTROLS TRIGGERS LOCK OPTIONS LIVE! CALIBRATION 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 PLEASE WAIT PRESS PRESS TO BEGIN COUNTDOWN TO CONTINUE OR LIVE! CALIBRATION SIGNAL TOO LOW PRESS MA
Appendix Lexicon MENU TREE (continued) MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST AUDIO CONTROLS SETUP Selecting a listening mode opens the corresponding listening mode menu (pages A14 to A-16). 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 factory-default parameter settings for each listening mode. Listening mode menu parameter drop-down menus are shown on pages A-16 to A-17.
Appendix MC-12 5.1 MONO LOGIC 5.1 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 LFE MIX OUTPUT LEVELS CUSTOM OFF +0.0dB MUSIC EFFECT LVL -9dB ACADEMY FILTER ON SURR ROLLOFF 3.1kHz OUTPUT LEVELS CUSTOM 5.1 MONO SURR LFE MIX +0.
Appendix Lexicon MENU TREE (continued) 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 MC-12 INPUT BALANCE L< MASTER LEVEL LFE MIX MID RT -20.0 or -10.0 to +0.0dB CENTER MIX -127 -5 to +5dB >R +0 LIVENESS 24ms to 24.3s ON OFF PRE-DELAY 30ms to 20.2s LOW FREQ WIDTH -25 to +25 OFF, 1 to 30ms REAR L/R PANORAMA +127 REAR DLY OFFSET OFF, 1 to 100ms RE-EQUALIZER ON OFF OFF, -30 to 12dB RESET MODE PRESS RIGHT TO RESTORE MODE ROLLOFF 500Hz to 20.
Appendix Lexicon MENU TREE (continued) FACTORY SETTINGS Refer to the Restoring Factory-Default Settings section that begins on page 6-5 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 2-21 for more information.
Appendix MC-12 INSTALLATION WORKSHEET INPUT SETUP DVD1 DVD2 LD TV SAT VCR CD PVR GAME TAPE TUNER AUX NAME HDMI IN DIGITAL IN ANALOG IN ANLG IN LVL VIDEO IN COMPONENT IN 2-CH D 5.
Appendix Lexicon INSTALLATION WORKSHEET (continued) REAR PANEL CONFIG SPEAKER SETUP CUSTOM SETUP THX SETUP Circle one. 8 STEREO INPUTS 5 STEREO & 5.
Appendix MC-12 DISPLAY SETUP TRIGGER 1 SETUP TRIGGER 2 SETUP ON-SCREEN DISPLAY Circle all parameters set to ON. Circle all parameters set to ON.
Index Numerics A 2.0 ENCODING parameter, 2-28 2CH 2CH button, 2-18 2CH BYPASS listening mode, 5-33 2CH BYPASS STATUS menu, 2-26 2-CH parameter, 3-14, 3-17 2CH STATUS menu, 2-24 2-CH SURROUND listening mode, 5-15 2-CHANNEL listening mode, 5-15 2-channel mode family, 5-4 5 SPKR ENHANCE parameter, 5-37 5.
Index menu, 3-13 parameter, 3-7 COMPRESSION parameter, 5-38 CONCERT HALL listening mode, 5-11 crossover high-pass filter, 3-28 low-pass filter, 3-28 setting crossover points, 3-26–3-36 CTR WIDTH parameter, 5-38 CUSTOM menu, 5-35, 5-38 CUSTOM NAME parameter, 3-66 CUSTOM VS PRESET option, 5-35, 5-38 Lexicon Dolby PLII MUSIC listening mode, 5-8 Dolby PLIIx + THX listening mode, 5-7 Dolby PLIIx MOV listening mode, 5-4, 5-7, 5-20 Dolby PLIIx MUS listening mode, 5-8, 5-20 Dolby PRO LOGIC listening mode, 5-9 EX D
Index MC-12 restoring default names, 3-6 SELECT parameter, 3-20–3-21 selection buttons, 2-5 SETUP menu, 3-2, 3-4 INPUT SELECT parameter, 3-21 installation considerations, 1-5 worksheet, A-21–A-23 internal noise test, 3-60 L L/R LIMIT ADJ parameter, 3-62–3-63 L/R LIMITER parameter, 3-62–3-63 level meters, 3-12 LEVELS CALIBRATION menu, 3-59 LEVELS option, 3-40 Levels option, 3-52 LFE LFE MIX parameter, 5-40 LFE parameter, 3-30, 3-34, 5-40 LIMIT ADJ parameter, 3-62, 3-64 LIMITER parameter, 3-62–3-63 speaker
Index manual calibration, 3-59 menu, 5-35 speaker calibration parameters, 3-38 P PANORAMA low-frequency correction (LOW FREQ WIDTH), 5-41 panorama calibration, 5-13 INPUT BALANCE parameter, 5-12, 5-40 LISTENER POS panorama, 5-13, 5-40 listening mode, 5-12–5-14 low-frequency correction (LOW FREQ WIDTH), 5-12 PANORAMA parameter, 5-41 SOURCE parameter, 5-43 SPEAKER ANGLE parameter, 5-13, 5-43 parameters listening mode menu, 5-37 program operation, 3-73 STATUS menu, 2-28 PLIIx MOV listening mode, 5-20 POSITION
Index MC-12 THX boundary gain compensation, 3-36 SURR ROLLOFF parameter, 5-43 SURROUND DLY parameter, 5-44 SURROUND EX parameter, 5-44 SURROUND MIX parameter, 5-44 S-VIDEO 16:9 parameter, 3-20 T video output connectors, 2-7, 2-9 VOCAL ENHANCE parameter, 5-45 volume control knob, 2-3 SETUP menu, 3-2 W WORD LENGTH parameter, 2-29 THX 5.1mc THX listening mode, 5-4, 5-29–5-30 5.1mc THX MUSIC listening mode, 5-31 5.1mc THX SurEX listening mode, 5-29–5-30 5.
