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MC-12 Digital Controller
User Guide
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or mum ambient operating temperature listed in table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the the product specification. 2. Keep these instructions. apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when • Never attach audio power amplifier outputs 3. Heed all warnings. moving the cart/appartus combination to avoid directly to any of the unit’s connectors. injury from tip-over. 4. Follo
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Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby, Pro Logic’” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Surround EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby, Laboratories, Inc., and is a registered trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization. THX, Ultra and Ultra2 are trademarks of THX Ltd., which may be registered in some jurisdictions. All rights reserved. Lexicon Inc. Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. Patent Nos. 5,043,970; 5,189,703;
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Introduction Lexicon DOCUMENTATION CONVENTIONS This document contains general safety, installation and operation instructions for the MC-12 and MC-12 Balanced Digital Controllers. It is important to read this user guide before attempting to use the product. Pay particular attention to safety instructions. The following symbols are used in the document: Appears on the component to indicate the pres- DVD1 NAME EDIT INPUT NAME SETUP INPUTS ence of uninsulated, dangerous voltage inside the enclosure
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MC-12 Introduction Table of Contents Documentation Conventions........................................................ ii Menu Item Selection ........................................................... 2-11 Important Safety Instructions........................................................ v Command Bank Activation .................................................. 2-13 Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise........................................................ v Command Matrix .......................
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Introduction Lexicon Audio Controls Troubleshooting & Maintenance Audio Controls ..........................................................................4-2 Troubleshooting........................................................................6-2 Routine Maintenance ................................................................6-3 Restoring Factory-default Settings..............................................6-4 Mode Adjust Mode Adjust.......................................................
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MC-12 Introduction ENGLISH DEUTSCH IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE 1 Save these instructions for later use. 1 Bewahren Sie diese Anleitungen zur späteren Benutzung auf. 2 Follow all instructions and warnings marked on the unit. 2 Befolgen Sie alle Anleitungen und alle Warnhinweise auf dem Gerät 3 Follow all instructions and warnings marked on the unit. 3 Betreiben Sie das Gerät immer mit der korrekten Netzspannung. Angaben über den Strombedarf entnehmen Sie bitte den
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Introduction Lexicon ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTES INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES RELATIVES À LA SÉCURITÉ 1 Guarde estas instrucciones para futuras referencias. 1 Conservez ces instructions pour pouvoir vous y référer ultérieurement. 2 Siga todas las instrucciones y tenga en cuenta las advertencias que aparecen en la unidad y en las instrucciones de funcionamiento. 2 Suivez toutes ces instructions et tenez compte de tous les avertissements indiqués sur l’appareil et dans l
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MC-12 Introduction ITALIANO PORTUGUESE IMPORTANTI NORME DI SICUREZZA INSTRUÇÕES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURANÇA 1 Conservare le presenti norme per l’utilizzo futuro. 1 Guarde essas instruções para uso posterior. 2 Seguire sempre tutte le istruzioni e gli avvertimenti segnati sull’unità e nelle istruz- 2 Siga todas as instruções e fique atento aos avisos marcados na unidade e nas ioni operative. instruções de operação. 3 Utilizzare sempre la corretta tensione di alimentazione. Fare riferimento al manua
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Introduction Lexicon DANSK SUOMI VIGTIG INFORMATION OM SIKKERHED TÄRKEITÄ TURVALLISUUSOHJEITA 1 Gem denne vejledning til senere brug. 1 Säilytä nämä ohjeet tulevaa käyttöä varten. 2 Følg alle anvisninger og advarsler på apparatet. 2 Seuraa kaikkia yksikköön merkittyjä ohjeita ja varoituksia. 3 Apparatet skal altid tilsluttes den korrekte spænding. Der henvises til brugsanvis- 3 Käytä aina oikeaa verkkojännitettä. Tehovaatimukset selviävät valmistajan käyttöo- ningen, der indeholder specifikation
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MC-12 Introduction NORSK SVENSKA VIKTIG INFORMASJON OM SIKKERHET VIKTIGA SÄKERHETSFÖRESKRIFTER 1 Ta vare på denne veiledningen for senere bruk. 1 Spara dessa föreskrifter för framtida bruk. 2 Følg alle anvisningene og advarslene som er angitt på apparatet. 2 Följ alla anvisningar och varningar som anges på enheten. 3 Apparatet skal alltid anvendes med korrekt spenning. Produktbeskrivelsen inne- 3 Använd alltid rätt nätspänning. Se tillverkarens bruksanvisningar för information holder spesifikas
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Introduction Lexicon Unpacking and Inspection Contenu de L’emballage et Inspection After unpacking the unit, save all packing materials in case the unit Après avoir ouvert l’emballage, conservez-le pour tout retour. ever needs to be shipped. Thoroughly inspect the modules and Inspectez avec soin les modules et les matériaux d’emballage pour packing materials for signs of damage. Report any damage to the tout signe de dommage. Veuillez rapporter immédiatement les carrier at once; report equipment
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1 Getting Started About The MC-12 ...................................................................... 1-2 Highlights ................................................................................................1-4 Product Registration................................................................... 1-5 Installation Considerations.......................................................... 1-5 Remote Control Battery Installation ............................................ 1-6
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Getting Started Lexicon ABOUT THE MC-12 Thank you for purchasing the MC-12 Digital Controller, a The MC-12 also offers LIVE! (Lexicon Intelligent Variable reference-quality, 12-channel audio and video control center with Environment), designed to transform the way your listening room independent zone monitoring to provide control of input source sounds with the live sound that is created within the room by the selection in three zones at the same time. As flexible as it is occupants of the room.
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MC-12 Getting Started High-precision 24-bit/96kHz A/D converters can be used to convert Complementing its audio performance, the MC-12 features two stereo and 5.1 analog audio input signals to digital signals, broadcast-quality video switchers. An ultra-wide bandwidth allowing the MC-12 to provide the benefits of precise digital signal component video switcher accepts analog component or RGB processing without sacrificing signal integrity. Alternatively, stereo video signals, while a composite a
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Getting Started Lexicon HIGHLIGHTS 12 channels 4 component video input connectors with THX Ultra2 and THX Surround EX full HDTV compatibility decoding 12 configurable inputs BNC component video input and output THX Ultra2 Certification 3 independent zones connectors RS-232 connector for flash memory 13 digital audio input connectors, 8 S-video input connectors software upgrades and configuration including 6 S/PDIF coaxial, 6 S/PDIF backups optical, and 1 AES/EBU 5 composite
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MC-12 Getting Started PRODUCT REGISTRATION Please register the MC-12 Digital Controller within 15 days of DO NOT place the MC-12 on a windowsill or any location exposed purchase. Register online at www.lexicon.com or complete and to direct sunlight. return the product registration card attached to the back cover of this user guide. Retain the sales receipt as proof of warranty DO NOT obstruct the front-panel IR receiver window. The remote coverage. control must be in line of sight with the IR re
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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-12. When this occurs, replace the batteries. Normal operation will resume when new batteries are installed. To replace the remote control batteries: 1. Locate the b
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2 Basic Operation Front-Panel Overview ................................................................ 2-2 Rear-Panel Overview .................................................................. 2-6 Remote Control Overview ....................................................... 2-10 Operation Considerations ....................................................................... 2-10 Main Menu ............................................................................................ 2-11 Menu N
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Basic Operation Lexicon FRONT-PANEL OVERVIEW The MC-12 is shown below. The MC-12 Balanced is shown on page 2-4. The front panels are identical, but the MC-12 Balanced has a larger chassis. 11 2 3 4 6 7 9 1 1 5 8 10 12 1. Standby Button 7. Main Zone Input Selection Buttons 2. Front Panel Display 8. Main Zone Off Button 3. IR Receiver 9. Zone 2 Input Selection Buttons 4. Volume Knob 10. Zone 2 Off Button 5. Mute Button 11. Record Zone Input Selection Buttons 6. Mode and Buttons 12. Record Zone O
