Lexicon MC-8 Brochure

Digital Controller

Processors

> Eight channels, eight configurable inputs, and two zones

> Up to two 5.1-channel analog audio inputs

> Analog bypass available for stereo and 5.1-channel analog audio

inputs

> 24-bit/192kHz digital-to-analog converters (DACs)

> Balanced main and second zone audio outputs

(balanced version only)

> Stereo side and rear outputs and a dedicated subwoofer output

> S/PDIF coaxial and S/PDIF optical digital audio inputs

> S/PDIF coaxial digital audio output

Automatic switching between analog and digital audio inputs

>

> Two broadcast-quality video switchers

> Three component video inputs with full high-definition television

compatibility

> Eight S-video and five composite video inputs

> Four 32-bit, floating-point DSP engines

> Separate DSP engine to decode Dolby Digital and DTS signals

> LOGIC 7 decoding

> Dolby Digital Surround EX and Dolby Pro Logic II decoding

> DTS 96/24, DTS Neo:6, and DTS-ES (matrix and discrete) decoding

> THX Ultra2 and THX Surround EX decoding

> Two trigger outputs, rear panel IR input, and RS-232 control

Optional rack mount kit

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Based on the MC-12 Digital Controller, the MC-8 is ideal for less complex

multi-channel systems in which sound quality, picture quality, ease-of-use

and reliability are still of paramount importance. The MC-8 is equipped

with two independent zones, eight configurable inputs, and eight channels

of output, and is both physically smaller and more affordable than the

MC-12. Drawing on Lexicon's legendary expertise in digital audio, the

MC-8 offers superior performance and value for today's music and home

theater devotee.

At the heart of the MC-8 are four Analog Devices SHARC®digital signal

processing engines, one Cirrus Logic DSP engine, and ten 24-bit/192kHz

digital-to-analog converters - an architecture that is nearly identical to the

MC-12. As a result, the MC-12 and MC-8 share the same tremendous

processing power and sonic soul.The MC-8 includes THX Ultra2 certifi-

cation and dts 96/24 decoding. Its impressive list of playback technologies

also includes

The MC-8 Balanced includes balanced audio outputs for all channels,

including Zone 2. In many installations, the Digital Controller is located in

an equipment rack along with tuners, satellite receivers, and so forth

which can introduce audible interference into the system. By using bal-

anced audio connections between the digital controller and the power

amplifier, the potential for audio interference is minimized. For systems

utilizing amplified speakers, balanced connections will eliminate noise

introduced on cables between the digital controller and the speakers.

Dolby Digital EX

, Pro-Logic II,

DTS-ES,DTS Neo:6

, and LOGIC 7

The MC-8 provides compatibility with these formats, offering three com-

ponent video inputs and eight configurable analog inputs.The analog inputs

can be configured as eight stereo inputs, five stereo inputs plus one 5.1-

channel input, or two stereo inputs plus two 5.1-channel inputs (useful for

systems containing separate DVD-A and SACD sources).

Like the MC-12, the MC-8 software is easily upgradeable via a rear panel

RS-232 port.There are also two internal upgrade slots and two rear panel

access plates, which allow for additional connections should upgrades be

made available by Lexicon.

The MC-8 uses the same intuitive on-screen menu system as the MC-12

for navigation of the set-up options and features. Both new users and

those that are familiar with Lexicon digital controllers will instantly feel at

home with the MC-8 and will be fine-tuning it in minutes.

.

Designed with a careful balance of performance and function, the MC-8 is

sure to impress with its stellar performance, simple user interface, flexibil-

ity, and expandability.Combined with an RT-20 disc player and an LX series

power amplifier, the MC-8 serves as the core of a high performance, high

value home theater system.

With the advent of formats such as DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, Super Audio

CD, and High-Definition TV, the demand for input connectors has grown.