About The Mc-12Hd - Lexicon MC-12HD User Manual

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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. The analog audio input connectors can be
configured for stereo or 5.1-channel sources.
Inside and out, the MC-12HD is designed to remain viable in a
future of emerging technologies. The HDMI (High Definition
Multimedia Interface) is a next-generation interface that enables
the transmission of uncompressed digital audio and video signals
through a single connector. The MC-12HD can pass digital video
signals of up to 720p/1080i, and multiple digital audio channels
(5.1 channels) at sample rates of up to 96kHz through the HDMI
interface. The MC-12HD also supports the High-bandwidth Digital
Content Protection (HDCP) technology that comprises data
encryption and authentication of the partner equipment.
Beyond the HDMI connectors and standard 5.1-channel audio output
connectors, the rear panel includes stereo rear and stereo subwoofer
connectors, as well as stereo auxiliary connectors to provide even
more audio channels. All Main Zone audio output connectors include
24-bit/96kHz D/A converters operating in dual differential mode. In
addition, the MC-12HD Balanced includes balanced audio output
connectors for all Main Zone and Zone 2 channels.
Two RS-232 connectors are provided for serial control. One of the
connectors is for performing flash-memory software upgrades and
backing up and restoring configuration files. The other connector is
reserved for possible upgrades. Inside, an expansion slot is available
for the EQ upgrade.
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More than just an audio and video control center, the MC-12HD
features the latest version of Lexicon's critically acclaimed Logic 7
decoding, which derives 7.1-channel output from stereo, 5.1-, and
6.1-channel sources. Unlike other decoders, Logic 7 is compatible
with all input sources and requires no special encoding. Because
the improvement it provides is clearly audible, Logic 7 decoding is
widely regarded as the finest available.
The MC-12HD also offers LIVE! (Lexicon Intelligent Variable
Environment), designed to transform the way your listening room
sounds with the live sound that is created within the room by the
occupants of the room. LIVE! does not (nor is it meant to) work
with pre-recorded material. LIVE! provides a realistic illusion of a
larger, more reverberant listening space – ideal for musicians
wishing to practice or perform with the sound of a larger venue.
LIVE! is a unique, sophisticated reverberation system that uses a
combination of microphones and digital signal processing (DSP) to
enhance a room's acoustics and create the illusion of a much larger
space. When you engage in normal conversation, it seems as if you
are in a large room. When you practice or perform with a musical
instrument, it seems as if you are in a concert hall. Choose from one
of three presets to create an ambiance to liven up a party or amaze
your friends.
In addition to Logic 7 and LIVE!, the MC-12HD is also equipped with
Dolby Digital Surround EX, Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Pro Logic II,
Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS 96/24, DTS NEO:6, DTS-ES, THX Ultra2,
and THX Surround EX decoding. THX Ultra2 Certification guarantees
that the MC-12HD meets
specifications.
With four 32-bit floating-point SHARC™ digital signal processing
(DSP) engines, the MC-12HD offers unparalleled processing power.
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the highest THX performance