Lexicon MV-5 Owner's Manual

MV-5 Processor

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 other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polar­ized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding-type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety. If the pro­vided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket or table specified
by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving
the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as when a
power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.

15. Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or
splashing and ensure that no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, are placed on the
apparatus.

16. To completely disconnect this apparatus from
the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply
cord plug from the AC receptacle.

17. The MAINS cord is intended to be the safety
disconnect device for this apparatus and shall
remain readily operable at all times.

18. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat, such
as sunshine, fire, or the like.

19. This product shall be connected to a MAINS
socket outlet with a protective earthing
connection.

This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and radiates radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on. The user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:

• Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment
and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
television technician for help.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est con­forme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatus
to rain or moisture.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, The exclamation point within an equilateral
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to

alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.

Lexicon Inc.
3 Oak Park Drive
Bedford, MA 01730-1413 USA
Tel [phone]
Fax [phone]
www.lexicon.com

Lexicon, “Logic 7”, and the L7 logo are registered trademarks of Harman International Industries, Inc.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.

“DTS” and “DTS-ES | Neo:6” are registered trademarks of DTS, Inc. and “96/24” is a trademark of DTS, Inc.

“Faroudja” and “DCDi by Faroudja” are trademarks of Genesis Microchip, Inc.

“HD-DVD” is a trademark of the DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation (DVD FLLC).

“HDMI”, the HDMI logo, and “High-Definition Multimedia Interface” are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing
LLC.

“iPod” and “iTunes” are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.

“SACD” is a trademark of Sony Electronics, Inc.

“Windows” is a trademark of Microsoft, Inc.

“DLP” and “Digital Light Processing” are trademarks of Texas Instruments, Inc.

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© 2007 Harman Specialty Group and Harman International Industries, Incorporated. All rights reserved.

Harman Specialty Group is a wholly-owned company of Harman International, Inc.

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document.

Introduction Lexicon

DOCUMENTATION CONVENTIONS

This document contains general safety, installation and operation instructions for the MV-5 Processor. It is important to read this user guide
before attempting to use the product. Pay particular attention to safety instructions.

Note: This manual is not intended as a general reference guide for home theater systems. If you’re uncertain how to proceed in setting up or maintaining
your system, seek the advice of a professional installer or ask your dealer for their recommendations.

All graphics of the product are included for reference only and may not completely reflect the physical product that is shipped.

The following symbols are used in the document:

Appears on the component to indicate the
presence of uninsulated, dangerous voltage
inside the enclosu
sufficient to constitute a risk of shock.

Appears on the component to indicate important
operating and maintenance instructions in the
accompanying literature.

re – voltage that may be

WARNING

CAUTION!

Note:

ii

Calls attention to a procedure, practice,
condition or the like that, if not correctly
performed or adhered to, could result in injury or
death.

Calls attention to a procedure, practice,
condition or the like that, if not correctly
performed or adhered to, could result in damage
or destruction to part or all of the product.

Calls attention to information that is essential to
highlight.

MV-5 Introduction

Table of Contents

Documentation Conventions........................................................ ii

Getting Started

About the MV-5 ........................................................................ 1-2

Product Registration..................................................................1-2

Highlights .................................................................................1-2

What’s in the Box......................................................................1-3

Available Options ......................................................................1-3

D-1 iPod Docking Station Option .......................................... 1-3

RF-1 Receiver Option ............................................................. 1-3

Installation Considerations.........................................................1-4

Remote Control Battery Installation ...........................................1-4

Basic Operation

Front Panel Overview ................................................................ 2-2

Rear Panel Overview.................................................................. 2-5

PC & Dock Overview.................................................................2-8

Remote Control Overview ......................................................... 2-8

Operation Considerations ...................................................... 2-8

MV-5 Menu Overview ........................................................... 2-9

Menu Navigation .................................................................. 2-9

........................................................................................... 2-10

Remote Control Buttons ...................................................... 2-10

Menu Options ..................................................................... 2-11

Menu Item Selection ........................................................... 2-11

Remote Control Light Button .............................................. 2-11

Command Matrix ............................................................... 2-11

Setup

Setup ........................................................................................ 3-2

Display Setup ............................................................................3-3

Speaker/EQ Setup .....................................................................3-5

Manual .................................................................................. 3-6

Semi Autocal.......................................................................... 3-6

Full Autocal ............................................................................ 3-6

Manual Speaker Setup...............................................................3-8

Speakers Menu ..................................................................... 3-9

Speaker Distances Menu ..................................................... 3-10

Output Levels Menu ............................................................ 3-11

Input Setup ............................................................................. 3-13

Advanced Video .................................................................. 3-19

Listening Modes......................................................................3-22

Selecting a Listening Mode ................................................. 3-22

DTS + Dolby Listening Modes ............................................. 3-22

Available Listening Modes ................................................... 3-23

Listening Mode Descriptions ............................................... 3-26

5.1-channel & 7.1-channel Direct Inputs ............................. 3-28

DTS & Dolby Status Displays ............................................... 3-28

Surround Configuration .......................................................... 3-29

Dolby Configuration ............................................................... 3-31

Mute Levels............................................................................. 3-32

Power On Settings .................................................................. 3-32

Audio Controls & Video Status

Audio Controls .......................................................................... 4-2

Video Status .............................................................................. 4-4

PC & Dock Controls

PC & Dock Overview.................................................................5-2

PC Controls............................................................................... 5-2

Setting Up to Play ................................................................. 5-2

Playing PC Media .................................................................. 5-3

Dock Functionality ....................................................................5-4

Connecting the Dock to the MV-5 ........................................ 5-4

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Selecting the Correct iPod Insert ............................................5-4

Docking the iPod ...................................................................5-5

Dock 2-line Display Characteristics ........................................5-5

Controlling the iPod with the MV-5 .......................................5-6

Charging the iPod .................................................................5-6

Removing the iPod ................................................................ 5-6

Zone 2 iPod Controls ............................................................. 5-7

Troubleshooting & Maintenance

Troubleshooting ........................................................................6-2

MV-5 Error Messages.................................................................6-7

Video Error Messages ............................................................. 6-7

Autocal Error Messages ..........................................................6-8

Video Resolutions Table ...........................................................6-10

Routine Maintenance...............................................................6-12

Restoring Factory Default Settings ...........................................6-12

Appendix A

Specifications.............................................................................A-2

Declaration of Conformity .........................................................A-4

Appendix B

Main Menu: Audio Controls ......................................................B-2

Main Menu: Video Status ..........................................................B-2

Main Menu: Setup.....................................................................B-3

Setup Menu: Display Setup ...................................................B-4

Setup Menu: Surround Config ............................................... B-4

Setup Menu: Speaker/EQ Setup

Setup Menu: Input Setup ......................................................B-6

.............................................B-5

Lock Feature ..........................................................................C-6

Advanced Customizing Tools ................................................C-6

Erasing Commands .............................................................C-13

Restoring Factory Default Settings .......................................C-14

Optional RF-1 Receiver ........................................................... C-14

Using the 3-Digit Code Library ............................................... C-15

3-Digit Pre-programmed Codes ...........................................C-15

Appendix D

Installation Worksheet ............................................................ D-2

3-Digit Pre-programmed Codes Worksheet .............................. D-6

Index

Appendix C

Remote Control Programming.................................................. C-2

Remote Control Light Button .................................................C-2

Transmitting Icon ..................................................................C-2

Setting Up the Remote Control .............................................C-3

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1

Getting Started

About the MV-5 ......................................................................... 1-2

Product Registration................................................................... 1-2

Highlights .................................................................................. 1-2

What’s in the Box....................................................................... 1-3

Available Options ....................................................................... 1-3

D-1 iPod Docking Station..........................................................................1-3

RF-1 Receiver............................................................................................. 1-3

Installation Considerations.......................................................... 1-4

Remote Control Battery Installation ............................................ 1-4

Getting Started Lexicon

ABOUT THE MV-5

Thank you for purchasing the MV-5 Processor, a multi-faceted audio
and video preamplifier with built-in processing. In addition, the
MV-5 can accommodate a pair of HDMI source devices and can
connect directly to a PC via USB, enabling the control and playback
of streaming audio files. With the optional dock accessory, iPod
owners can even connect and play their iPod through the MV-5.

The MV-5 is designed to serve as the control center for your home
theater system. A landmark product for Lexicon, the MV-5 offers
capabilities never before offered as well as breaking ground with
several brand new features. The MV-5 represents a new age in
audio and video processing equipment from Lexicon.

We hope you enjoy your Lexicon experience!

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Please register your MV-5 Processor online at
www.harmanspeciatlygroup.com/registration/ within 15 days of
purchase. Retain the sales receipt as proof of warranty coverage.

HIGHLIGHTS

• 12 configurable inputs, 8 channels, 2 audio zones

• Logic 7 audio processing

• Automatic EQ and speaker calibration (microphone included)

• HDMI inputs and output

• Faroudja

• RS-232 control, rear panel IR input, 2 trigger outputs

• 7.1-channel analog input array

• Universal pre-programmed and learning remote control

• PC-compatible media player support via USB connector

• iPod support (with optional accessory

• RF remote control (with optional accessory)

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video processing

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WHAT’S IN THE BOX

The following items are included with the MV-5 Processor:

One User Guide (this document)

One Remote Control

Four AAA Batteries (for use with Remote Control)

One Microphone

One Microphone Rod

One North American Power Cord

Two Export Power Cords

AVAILABLE OPTIONS

The following accessories are available for purchase as options to
the MV-5 Processor:

• D-1 iPod Docking Station, Part No. 021-18138, allows an iPod
to be connected and controlled by the MV-5 Processor.

• RF-1 Receiver, Part No. 021-18005, allows the remote control
to operate via RF (Radio Frequency), giving the remote a
broader operating range.

included) with the sonic power of your Lexicon Processor. Just one
simple connection and you’re ready to go!

• Single connection to your Lexicon Processor

• Plays audio from an iPod through your Lexicon Processor

• Controls your iPod through your Lexicon Processor

• Simple track selection with on-screen navigation

• Charges the iPod

RF-1 RECEIVER OPTION

The optional RF-1 Receiver utilizes the RF feature of the Lexicon remote
control, allowing you to control components that are completely
out-of-sight, up to 100-feet away. Since the RF-1 Receiver picks up the
RV-5’s remote control radio frequency signal, the remote control no
longer needs to be pointed directly at the components to control
them. Now you can close your entertainment center doors, hide your
components, and still control them with ease.

The RF-1 Receiver accessory requires no setup to the Lexicon remote
control in order for the feature to work - you need only place the RF-1
Receiver in the rack or cabinet, or attach an emitter to the MV-5 front
panel over the IR receiver. Every time a command is sent from the
remote control, it sends both a standard IR and an RF signal. The RF-1
Receiver automatically receives the remote’s radio signals and
translates them into the infrared commands that control the
components.

D-1 iPOD DOCKING STATION OPTION

The optional D-1 iPod Docking station allows you to enter a new
world of listening enjoyment made possible by combining the
increased storage capacity and playback flexibility of an iPod® (not

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INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS

The MV-5 requires special care during installation to ensure optimal
performance. Pay particular attention to the instructions below and
to other precautions that appear throughout this user guide.

DO install the MV-5 on a solid, flat, level surface such as a table or

shelf.

DO select a dry, well-ventilated location out of direct sunlight.

DO NOT expose the MV-5 to high temperatures, humidity, steam,

smoke, dampness or excessive dust. Avoid installing the MV-5 near
radiators or stacking the MV-5 over other heat-producing
equipment such as a power amplifier.

DO NOT place the MV-5 on a thick rug or carpet, or cover the RV-5

with a cloth, as this might prevent proper cooling.

DO NOT place the MV-5 on a windowsill or any location exposed

to direct sunlight.

DO NOT obstruct the front panel IR receiver window. The remote

control must be in line of sight with the IR receiver for proper
operation (unless using the optional RF-1 Receiver).

REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY
INSTALLATION

The remote control requires four AAA 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 MV-5. When this occurs, replace the batteries.
Normal operation will resume when new batteries are installed.

Note: The Remote Control will not lose any custom settings if the batteries
run out. All custom settings are stored in non-volatile FLASH memory.

To replace 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. Remove old batteries, if applicable.

3. Observing the proper polarity, insert four AAA batteries.

4. Align the cover over the battery compartment and gently press
down until it snaps back into place.

5. Properly dispose of the old batteries.

DO NOT install the MV-5 on a surface that is unstable or unable to

support all four feet.

CAUTION!

Before moving the MV-5, power the unit off using the rear
panel power switch and unplug the power cord from the
wall outlet.

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Front Panel Overview ................................................................. 2-2

Rear Panel Overview................................................................... 2-5

PC & Dock Overview.................................................................. 2-8

Remote Control Overview .......................................................... 2-8

Operation Considerations.......................................................................... 2-8

MV-5 Menu Overview ............................................................................... 2-9

Menu Navigation ...................................................................................... 2-9

Remote Control Buttons.......................................................................... 2-10

Menu Options.........................................................................................2-11

Menu Item Selection ............................................................................... 2-11

Remote Control Light Button ..................................................................2-11

Command Matrix ................................................................................... 2-11

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FRONT PANEL OVERVIEW

The MV-5 is shown below. The numbers in the front panel illustration correspond with the numbered items in the text.

10 9

1. Front Panel Display

2. IR Receiver

1

2 3

4

5

8

6. Zone 2 Input Selection Buttons

7. Zone 2 Off Button

6

7

3. Volume Knob

4. Mode Buttons

5. Main Zone Input Selection Buttons

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8. Main Zone Off Button

9. Mute Button

10. ON/Standby Button

MV-5 Basic Operation

1. FRONT PANEL DISPLAY

Use the front panel 2-line display to view the current input source,
input type, listening mode, and volume level. The 2 x 20 character
display also functions as a display for messages and menus, one line
at a time.

2. IR RECEIVER

The IR receiver receives infrared commands from the MV-5 remote
control. Blocking the IR receiver will prevent the remote control
from functioning properly (unless using the optional RF-1
Receiver).

3. VOLUME KNOB

Use the volume knob to adjust the volume level. The adjustable volume
range is -80 dB to +10 dB in 1 dB increments.

Note: The maximum volume level may be lower than +10 dB due to the
output level settings of the speakers. Refer to Section 3: Setup for more
information on setting the speaker output levels.

To adjust the Main Zone volume level:

Rotate the volume knob clockwise to increase or counter-clockwise
to decrease the volume level in 1dB increments. The current
volume level is indicated on the bottom right side of the 2-line front
panel display.

2. While holding down the Zone 2 input button, rotate the volume

knob clockwise to increase the volume or counter-clockwise to
decrease the volume. On the front panel 2-line display, the
bottom left side displays that Zone 2 is selected and the bottom
right side indicates the current volume level.

Note: If you attempt to set the volume higher than the maximum or lower
than the minimum volume levels, the displayed volume level flashes.

4. MODE BUTTONS

Use the Mode buttons to scroll to the previous () or next ()
available listening mode. Scrolling the Mode button reveals the
entire list of listening modes available for the currently selected
input and mode family. For more information on selecting listening
modes, refer to Section 3: Setup.

5. MAIN ZONE INPUT SELECTION BUTTONS

Individually select each of the twelve inputs available in the Main
Zone. When an input is selected, a blue LED lights in the
corresponding input selection button. When the Main Zone is
deactivated, pressing a Main Zone input selection button activates
the corresponding input in the Main Zone.

When the MV-5 is in Standby, pressing a Main Zone input selection
button powers on the MV-5, selects the input in the Main Zone,
and turns off Zone 2.

To adjust the Zone 2 volume level:

1. Press and hold the front panel Zone 2 input selection button that
corresponds with the current input source. For instance, if DVD is
the current Zone 2 input source, press and hold the DVD input
selection button in the Zone 2 area of the front panel.

6. ZONE 2 INPUT SELECTION BUTTONS

Individually select each of the twelve inputs available in Zone 2.
When an input is selected, an amber LED lights on the
corresponding input selection button. When Zone 2 is deactivated,
pressing a Zone 2 input selection button activates the
corresponding input in Zone 2.

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When the MV-5 is in Standby, pressing a Zone 2 input selection
button powers on the MV-5, selects the input in Zone 2, and turns
off the Main Zone.

7. ZONE 2 OFF BUTTON

Deactivates Zone 2. When Zone 2 is off, the Zone 2 OFF button on
the front panel lights red.

8. MAIN ZONE OFF BUTTON

Deactivates the Main Zone. When the Main Zone is off, the Main
Zone OFF button on the front panel lights red.

Note: Activating the Main Zone OFF button on the front panel turns off
the audio, however the video continues to be output through both the
analog and HDMI video outs. If using the HDMI Video In connection, only
the HDMI video is output. If the analog Video In is used, then both analog
and HDMI video is output. Main Zone OSD (On-Screen Display) menus
are also still available.

9. MUTE BUTTON

The LED in the MUTE button lights red when the Main Zone mute is
active, green when the Zone 2 mute is active, and amber when
both Zones are muted. The volume can also be muted by using the
MUTE button on the remote control, which functions in the same
manner. However, the remote only mutes Zone 2 if the touch
screen is in the “Zone 2” menu layer.

10. ON/STANDBY BUTTON

Toggles the MV-5 between On and Standby. The rear panel Power
Switch must be set to the ON position for the Standby button to be
active. When the MV-5 is in the standby mode, pressing the
Standby button turns the unit on and changes the light in the
Standby button from red to blue. Power is still supplied to the

MV-5 when standby mode is activated.

When the rear panel Power Switch is set to the ON position or AC
power is applied or restored, the MV-5 automatically enters the
standby mode.

Note: When taken out of standby, the MV-5 activates the Zone inputs
that were active in the previous operating session.

Mutes the Main Zone and Zone 2 volumes. Press the MUTE button to
mute the Main Zone volume level; “MUTE ON” appears in the 2-line
and OSD displays. Press the MUTE button again to restore the volume
to its original level. If a front panel Zone 2 input button is held down,
then pressing the MUTE button on the front panel will mute the Zone
2 output.

On the remote control, pressing the volume button once while the
volume is muted, turns off mute. Pressing and holding the Volume
button, while the sound is muted, resets to the original pre-mute
volume level and then increases or decreases the volume from that
point, turning off mute.

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REAR PANEL OVERVIEW

The MV-5 rear panel is shown below. The numbers in the rear panel illustrations correspond with the numbered items in the text.

1 2

19

1. 8-CH Analog Audio Input Connector
Array

2. Digital Audio Input Connectors

3. USB Connector

4. IR Input Connector

5. S-Video/Composite Input Connectors

6. S-Video/Composite Ouput Connectors

18 15

3

4

17

16

7. Component Video Input Connectors

8. Component Video Output Connector

9. HDMI Input Connectors

10. HDMI Output Connector

11. Power Switch

12. AC Input Connector

13. Trigger Output Connectors

5

6

14

7

8

9

13

14. RS-232 Connector

15. Preamplifier Outputs

16. Dock Connector

17. Zone 2 Audio Output Connectors

18. Stereo Analog Audio Input Connectors

19. Microphone Input Connector

10

11

12

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CAUTION!

Never make or break connections to the MV-5 unless the
MV-5 and all associated components are powered off.

1. 8-CH ANALOG AUDIO INPUT CONNECTOR
ARRAY

Provides 8-channel analog audio input via eight RCA connectors
labeled Front L/R, Center, LFE, Side L/R and Rear L/R. These inputs
are used to connect source devices such as high-resolution DVD
players, DVD-Audio, or SACD players with discrete analog audio
outputs. Depending on the source device in use, all eight
connectors may be used, although only the Front L/R, Center, Side
L/R, and LFE are required for 5.1 analog audio signals.

2. DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT CONNECTORS

Provide digital audio input via four S/PDIF optical (TOSLINK) and four

S/PDIF coaxial (RCA) input connectors. Connectors are compatible
with most PCM, Dolby Digital, and DTS sources.

3. USB CONNECTOR

connection) or mono plug (Tip/Sleeve connection).

5. S-VIDEO/COMPOSITE INPUT CONNECTORS

Provide the S-Video & Composite analog video inputs. Four
composite video connectors labeled 1 to 4 and four S-Video
connectors labeled 1 to 4 are available.

6. S-VIDEO/COMPOSITE OUTPUT CONNECTORS

Provide the S-Video & Composite video outputs. One composite
video connector and one S-Video connector are available.

7. COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT CONNECTORS

Provide inputs that can be used with any source device that is
equipped with analog Y/Pr/Pb or RGB component video outputs.
Three inputs, labeled Component Video 1 to 3, are supplied.

8. COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT CONNECTOR

Provides one component output that can be used with any device that
is equipped with analog Y/Pr/Pb or RGB component video intputs.

Provides a USB port to connect to a PC computer, enabling the user
to listen to audio from the computer through the MV-5 Processor.
The USB connector port is a “mini B” connector and requires a USB
cable (not included). See Section 5: PC & Dock Controls for more
information on the playback of computer audio.

4. IR INPUT CONNECTOR

Accepts input of IR signals from infrared distribution equipment via
one 3.5mm jack that accepts a stereo plug (Tip/Ring/Sleeve

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9. HDMI INPUT CONNECTORS

Provide two HDMI inputs for devices such as a DVD player or HDTV
tuner.

10. HDMI OUTPUT CONNECTOR

Provides one HDMI output for HDMI-equipped video monitors.

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11. POWER SWITCH

Use the Power Switch to connect or disconnect power from the AC

Input connector to the MV-5 Processor. When the MV-5 is powered
on, the front panel Standby button or remote control ON & OFF
buttons can be used to activate and deactivate standby mode. When
the MV-5 is powered off via the rear panel switch, the standby and
ON modes are not available.

12. AC INPUT CONNECTOR

Provides power to the MV-5 through the supplied power cord.

13. TRIGGER OUTPUT CONNECTORS

Provide a 12V DC output to control connected components. Two
trigger output connectors are available as 3.5 mm mono mini
phone jacks. The OUT 1 connector is the power trigger and is not
configurable; it is activated when the MV-5 is powered on or taken
out of Standby mode, and deactivated when the MV-5 is powered
off, either from the rear panel or by putting the MV-5 into Standby
mode. The OUT 2 connector can be configured independently for
each input, refer to Section 3: Setup for more information on how to
configure the OUT 2 trigger.

Note: The OUT 2 trigger is referred to as “TRIGGER 2” in the Input Setup
menu.

15. PREAMPLIFIER OUTPUTS

Provide output for external power amplifiers for applications that
require them.

16. DOCK CONNECTOR

Provides an interface for an iPod, which can then be accessed
through the MV-5 rear panel. To use this feature, the D-1 Dock
option must be installed to the DOCK connector. With a
compatible iPod connected to the MV-5, selecting the DOCK input
allows you to play audio files from the iPod. You can view and
navigate through the iPod menus using the MV-5 remote control.
For more information on the Dock option and how to use your
MV-5 with an iPod, refer to Section 5: PC & Dock Controls.

17. ZONE 2 AUDIO OUTPUT CONNECTORS

Provide preamplifier audio outputs for Zone 2.

18. STEREO ANALOG AUDIO INPUT CONNECTORS

Provide stereo analog audio input. Six stereo analog audio input
RCA connectors labeled 1 to 6 are available.

19. MICROPHONE INPUT CONNECTOR

14. RS-232 CONNECTOR

The RS-232 serial connector provides serial remote control through a

standard RS-232 connection. Refer to the Lexicon website
(www.lexicon.com) for more details on controlling the MV-5 Processor
via the RS-232 connection.

Provides a microphone input for system calibration. The
microphone input is only for use with the supplied microphone
during the system calibration process. See Section 3: Setup for more
information regarding system calibration and setup.

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PC & DOCK OVERVIEW

The PC & Dock inputs are the only “hard-wired” inputs in the MV-5
Processor. Unlike the other inputs, both have very specific
audio-only functionality.

The PC input is tied to the USB input on the rear panel and is for use
with media player software on a connected PC computer. The Dock
input is for use with the optional D-1 Dock accessory and is tied to
the DOCK input on the rear panel. This input is only for use with
iPod players.

While both of these inputs have devoted Remote Control menu
controls, there are NO front panel controls for use with the PC and
DOCK inputs.

For more information about the PC & Dock operation, refer to
Section 5: PC & Dock Controls.

REMOTE CONTROL OVERVIEW

The MV-5 Processor remote control provides full operation of the
MV-5 including commands, such as menu navigation, that are not
available from the front panel. It is also designed to provide control
for the entire home theater system. This section provides a brief
overview of the remote control functions used to control the MV-5
Processor. For detailed universal remote control operation,
programming instructions, and manufacturing codes, refer to
Appendix C.

OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS

The following factors can improve or impede remote control
operation.

Note the following before operating the MV-5 remote control:

• The remote control must be in line-of-sight with the front panel
IR receiver (unless using the optional RF-1 Receiver). Eliminate
obstructions between the remote control and the IR receiver.
The remote control may become unreliable if strong sunlight or
fluorescent light shines on the MV-5 IR receiver.

• For optimal performance, position the remote control within a
30-degree angle no more than 40 to 60 feet (12.2m to 18.3m)
from the MV-5. Placing the MV-5 inside a smoked glass cabinet
will reduce the remote control range.

• Remote controls for different components can interfere with
one another. Avoid using remote controls for different
components at the same time.

• Remote control batteries should be replaced as needed.

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• To control the MV-5, the touch screen of the remote control
must be in the “LEX” or “ZONE 2” menu layers. The Volume +/

- and Mute controls, however, are always active, regardless of
the active menu layer. The remote control ships from the
factory set to the “MAIN” menu layer.

MV-5 Basic Operation

MV-5 MENU OVERVIEW

When the remote control touch screen is in the
“LEX” or “ZONE 2” menu layers, pressing
MENU or SELECT on the MV-5 remote control
accesses the menu controls for the MV-5
Processor. The MAIN MENU is the root
directory of the MV-5 menu structure and has three branches: AUDIO
CONTROLS, VIDEO STATUS, and SETUP.

Note: The DVD menu layer of the touch screen controls the Lexicon RT-20
and RT-10, if installed.

The AUDIO CONTROLS menu controls the audio-specific parameters,
such as treble and bass, as well as providing an audio status menu.
Refer to Section 4: Audio Controls & Video Status for more
information.

The VIDEO STATUS menu is an information-only menu identifying
the current video status of the MV-5 Processor. For more infor­mation, refer to Section 4: Audio Controls & Video Status.

The SETUP menu controls all aspects of setting up the MV-5 Processor.
Refer to Section 3: Setup for more information.

MAIN MENU
AUDIO CONTROLS

VIDEO STATUS
SETUP

MENU NAVIGATION

Use the remote control arrow buttons to navigate the MV-5 menu
structure, shown in detail in Appendix B. The Command Matrix
Table located later in this chapter indicates the navigation
commands that the remote control buttons perform when the MV­5 command bank is activated by selecting the “LEX” or “ZONE 2”
options on the remote control touch screen.

Arrow








Navigation Functions

(for “LEX” and “ZONE2” menu layers)

When a menu is open, press the remote control  arrow to
select the highlighted menu parameter. The menu parameter
will blink to indicate that it is selected.

When a menu is open, press the  arrow to close the current
menu and, in most cases, open the previous menu. Subsequent
presses continue to close the current menu and open the
previous menu until the MAIN MENU is closed.

When a menu is open, press the  and  arrow buttons to scroll
upward and downward through the complete list of menu param­eters. The highlighted menu item appears in the front panel
display. All menu items appear in the OSD. The cursor
automatically wraps to the next menu parameter when the first or
last menu item is passed.

The MV-5 menu structure can be viewed on the OSD (On-Screen
Display), which is a 480i or 480p video output signal to your monitor,
or on the front panel 2-line display, which displays the menus one line
at a time using the remote control navigation controls. The front panel
2-line display can also be viewed on the OSD, in 480i resolution only.

Note: When the MV-5 menu structure is entered, most front panel buttons
and the remote control buttons are disabled until the menu structure is
exited. The exceptions are the Volume Knob and Standby Button on the
front panel and the remote control Volume, Mute, and OFF buttons. Note
also that the disabled condition of the remote control only affects the
“LEX” and “ZONE 2” menu layers.

SELECT

MENU

EXIT

When a menu parameter is selected and blinking, press the  and
 arrow buttons to scroll through the available parameter

options.

Press the SELECT button to open the menu structure, open a
menu branch, or select a menu parameter.

Press the MENU button to open the menu structure.

When the menu is open, press the EXIT button to leave the menu.
Unlike the  arrow button which closes a menu layer, the EXIT
button completely closes the menu structure.

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REMOTE CONTROL BUTTONS

1. Touch Screen (component and function buttons)

2. MAIN remote control touch screen menu

1

9

2

3. OFF

4. VOLUME (+/-)

5. MUTE

3

4

5

6

7

8

Note: The number call-outs on the figure above

correlate with the numbers listed to the right.

10

11

12

13

14

15

6. MENU

7. SELECT & Navigation (left, right, up, & down)

8. Number Keypad & ENT (Enter)

9. LIGHT (back light for the remote control)

10. ON

11. CHANNEL (+/-)

12. PREV CH (Previous Channel)

13. GUIDE & INFO

14. EXIT

15. Transport functions (PLAY , STOP , RW , PAUSE
for source components

Note: These are the names and functions for the universal remote control.
For the MV-5 specific remote control functions, refer to the Command
Matrix on the following page.

||, & FF )

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MENU OPTIONS

Selecting a menu option can open another menu within the menu
structure. For example, selecting SETUP from the MAIN MENU opens
the SETUP menu.

MAIN MENU
AUDIO CONTROLS

VIDEO STATUS

SETUP

SETUP
DISPLAY SETUP
SPEAKER/EQ SETUP
INPUT SETUP
SURROUND CONFIG
DOLBY CONFIG
MUTE LEVELS
POWER ON SETTINGS

MENU ITEM SELECTION

Use the remote control arrows to navigate the menu structure.

To select a menu item in an open menu:

1. Press the Menu or Select buttons to enter the Menu structure.

2. Navigate to the desired menu.

3. Press the remote control  and  arrows to highlight the
desired menu item.

4. When the desired menu item is highlighted, press the  arrow
or SELECT button to select the highlighted item. If an option is
selected, another menu opens. When an adjustable parameter is
selected, the current selection will blink to indicate that it is
selected. Use the  and  arrows to scroll through the available
options for the selected parameter. When the desired parameter
option is highlighted, press the arrow on the remote control to
select the option.

REMOTE CONTROL LIGHT BUTTON

The remote control is fully back lit, making it very useful in low-light
conditions. Press the LIGHT button on the right side of the remote
to back light all of the buttons and the LCD touch screen. To turn
off the back light, press the LIGHT button again or wait. Ten
seconds after the last button is pressed, the back light will
automatically shut off.

COMMAND MATRIX

The command matrix table, starting on the next page, lists the
commands that each remote control button performs in each menu
setting.

Note: A brief description of each function is given in the table but refer to
the Table of Contents for additional information on each function. For
additional information on using and programming the remote control,
refer to Appendix C.

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MAIN LEX PAGE1 LEX PAGE2 LEX PAGE3 LEX PAGE4

1

2

4

6

8

3

5

7

9

10

Note: The number call-outs on the figure above
correlate with the numbers in the adjoining table.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

*The Menu Name is not a functional command. It is simply a label identifying which menu or sub-menu the touch screen currently
displays.

Menu Name ­MAIN*

LEX
Enters the Lexicon
MV-5 menu layer

ZONE2
Enters the Lexicon
MV-5 Zone 2 menu
layer

TUNER
(Does not affect the
MV-5)

TV
(Does not affect the
MV-5)

HD
(Does not affect the
MV-5)

DVD
Enters the Lexicon
RT-10/RT-20 menu

GAME
(Does not affect the
MV-5)

FAV
(Does not affect the
MV-5)

MENU PAGE - <ACTIVE PAGE> OF <TOTAL PAGES>
Tou ch  or  to scrolll between the menu pages

Menu Name - LEX Menu Name - LEX Menu Name - LEX

L7
Selects the Logic 7
listening mode family

STER
Selects the Stereo
listening mode family

DOLBY
Selects the Dolby
listening mode family

DTS
Selects the DTS
listening mode family

DSP
Selects the DSP
listening mode family

AUDIN
Selects either Digital
or Analog Audio.

TONE
Tog g l es the To ne
Control parameter
between ON & OFF.

ZOOM
(unused)

EQ
Toggles the Auto EQ
parameter between
ON & OFF.

PRE1
Sets the MV-5 to the
Autocal Preset 1
saved values

PRE2
Sets the MV-5 to the
Autocal Preset 2
saved values

PRE3
Sets the MV-5 to the
Autocal Preset 3
saved values

TREB­Lowers the Treble
parameter

TREB+
Raises the Treble
parameter

BASS­Lowers the Bass
parameter

BASS+
Raises the Bass
parameter

(iPod controls)

IPOD­iPod 

IPOD+
iPod 

CLIK
iPod wheel click,
counterclockwise

CLIK
iPod wheel click,
clockwise

MENU
iPod MENU button

SEL
iPod SELECT button

II
iPod Play/Pause
button

Menu Name - LEX
(PC controls)

PC­PC 

PC+
PC 

PCII
PC Play/Pause

(unused)

(unused)

(unused)

(unused)

(unused)

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11

12

14

16

18

13

15

17

19

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

MAIN*

MAIN*
Returns to the Main layer of the remote control

OFF Puts the MV-5 Processor into Standby

ON Turns on the MV-5 Processor from Standby

MUTE Mutes the Main Zone Volume Mutes the Zone 2

PREV CH (unused)

VOL  or VOL  Main Zone

VOL  or VOL 

CH  or CH  Main Zone

MODE  or MODE 

GUIDE Steps through the VIDEO STATUS menu

LEX

PAGE1-4

ZONE 2

PAGE 1-3

Volume

Zone 2
VOL  or VOL 

(unused)

Note: The number call-outs on the figure above
correlate with the numbers in the adjoining table.

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*The MAIN menu level does NOT control the MV-5. The remote control touch screen heading must read “LEX” or “ZONE 2”
in order to control the MV-5 Processor.

INFO Steps through the AUDIO STATUS menu

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20

22

24

26

21

23

25

27

28

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

MAIN*

MENU Enters OSD menu

EXIT Exits OSD menu



REWIND

SELECT Enters OSD menu,



Arrows



FAST FORWARD



STOP

||

PAU SE

(unused)

While in OSD menu, selects menu items

Used for OSD menu navigation
If not in the OSD menu structure, no function.

(unused)

Main Zone OFF Zone 2 OFF

Changes Front panel display illumination (unused)

LEX

PAGE1-4

ZONE 2

PAGE 1-3

Note: The number call-outs on the figure above
correlate with the numbers in the adjoining table.

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28

*The MAIN menu level does NOT control the MV-5. The remote control touch screen heading must read “LEX” or “ZONE 2”
in order to control the MV-5 Processor.


PLAY

(unused)

MV-5 Basic Operation

29

32

33

35

38

39

Note: The number call-outs on the figure above
correlate with the numbers in the adjoining table.

30

31

34

37

36

40

MAIN*

29

30

31

32

33

34

35

36

37

38

39

40

*The MAIN menu level does NOT control the MV-5. The remote control touch screen heading must read “LEX” or “ZONE 2”
in order to control the MV-5 Processor.

1Main Zone

HD input

2Main Zone

DVD input

3Main Zone

Game input

4Main Zone

Sat input

5Main Zone

Cable input

6Main Zone

DVR input

7Main Zone

CD input

8Main Zone

Dock input

9Main Zone

PC input

+10 Main Zone

Tun e r input

0Main Zone

Aux 1 input

ENT
Enter

Main Zone
Aux 2 input

LEX

PAGE1-4

ZONE 2

PAGE 1-3

Zone 2
HD input

Zone 2
DVD input

Zone 2
Game input

Zone 2
Sat input

Zone 2
Cable input

Zone 2
DVR input

Zone 2
CD input

Zone 2
Dock input

Zone 2
PC input

Zone 2
Tun e r input

Zone 2
Aux 1 input

Zone 2
Aux 2 input

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Setup

Setup ......................................................................................... 3-2

Display Setup ............................................................................. 3-3

Speaker/EQ Setup ...................................................................... 3-5

Manual ..................................................................................................... 3-6

Semi Autocal............................................................................................. 3-6

Full Autocal ............................................................................................... 3-6

Manual Speaker Setup................................................................ 3-8

Speakers Menu.......................................................................................... 3-9

Speaker Distances Menu ......................................................................... 3-10

Output Levels Menu................................................................................3-11

Input Setup .............................................................................. 3-13

Advanced Video ...................................................................................... 3-19

Listening Modes....................................................................... 3-22

Selecting a Listening Mode .....................................................................3-22

DTS + Dolby Listening Modes ................................................................. 3-22

Available Listening Modes .......................................................................3-23

Listening Mode Descriptions ................................................................... 3-26

5.1-channel & 7.1-channel Direct Inputs................................................. 3-28

DTS & Dolby Status Displays...................................................................3-28

Surround Configuration ........................................................... 3-29

Dolby Configuration................................................................. 3-31

Mute Levels.............................................................................. 3-32

Power On Settings ................................................................... 3-32

Setup Lexicon

SETUP

Selecting SETUP from
the MAIN MENU
opens the SETUP
menu.

DISPLAY SETUP

SETUP DISPLAY SETUP

Opens the DISPLAY SETUP menu, which is used to customize the
OSD and front panel display, as well as other display-related
parameters. See the “Display Setup” section on the following page
for more information.

SPEAKER/EQ SETUP

SPEAKER/EQ SETUPSETUP

Opens the SPEAKER/EQ SETUP menu, which is used to configure the
Main Zone and Zone 2 audio output connectors for the desired
speaker setup, set speaker cross-overs, and calibrate distances and
output levels. See the “Speaker/EQ Setup” section found later in this
chapter for more information.

INPUT SETUP

INPUT SETUPSETUP

MAIN MENU
AUDIO CONTROLS

VIDEO STATUS

SETUP

SETUP
DISPLAY SETUP
SPEAKER/EQ SETUP
INPUT SETUP
SURROUND CONFIG
DOLBY CONFIG

MUTE LEVELS

POWER ON SETTINGS

SURROUND CONFIGURATION

SURROUND CONFIGSETUP

Opens the SURROUND CONFIG menu, which is used to customize
the listening modes that are available for the currently selected input.
See the “Surround Configuration” section found later in this chapter
for more information.

DOLBY CONFIGURATION

DOLBY CONFIGSETUP

Opens the DOLBY CONFIG menu, which is used to customize the Dolby
listening modes to your personal preferences. See the“Dolby
Configuration” section found later in this chapter for more
information.

MUTE LEVELS

MUTE LEVELSSETUP

Opens the MUTE LEVELS menu, which is used to set the mute level
controls. See the “Mute Levels” section found later in this chapter for
more information.

POWER ON SETTINGS

SETUP

Opens the POWER ON SETTINGS menu, which is used to configure
the power on volume level and the Dock auto power feature. See
the “Power On Settings” section found later in this chapter for more
information.

POWER ON SETTINGS

Opens the INPUT SETUP menu, which is used to change input
names, assign audio and video input connectors, select preferred
listening modes and configure Main Zone and Zone 2 settings. See
the “Input Setup” section found later in this chapter for more
information.

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Note: When a source is active, changing some audio or video parameters
may cause the Main Zone audio to briefly mute the incoming source. If
Zone 2 is set to DOWN MIX, the Zone 2 audio will also briefly mute.

MV-5 Setup

DISPLAY SETUP

Selecting the SETUP menu DISPLAY SETUP option opens the DISPLAY SETUP menu, which is used to customize the OSD and front panel display and
setup other display-related features.

MAIN MENU
AUDIO CONTROLS

VIDEO CONTROLS

SETUP

SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

SPEAKER/EQ SETUP
INPUT SETUP
SURROUND CONFIG
DOLBY CONFIG

MUTE LEVELS

POWER ON SETTINGS

CONNECTION ANALOG, HDMI/DVI

SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

Selects the CONNECTION parameter, which identifies the active
video output connectors on the MV-5 rear panel. The following list of
conditions identify the behavior of this parameter.

• If ANALOG is selected, only the analog video connectors are
available and will output the video signal.

• If HDMI/DVI is selected, both the analog and HDMI video
connectors are available and will output the video signal.

• If the video input is set to HDMI and the CONNECTION
parameter is set to ANALOG, then no video is output.

• If the HDMI video input is copy-protected (HDCP), no video is
output on the analog output connectors. This is a requirement
of HDCP and not a limitation of the MV-5 Processor.

CONNECTION

DISPLAY SETUP

CONNECTION: HDMI/DVI
HDMI AUDIO OUT: NO
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
2-LINE OSD: 3s

MENU TIME OUT: 30s

FRONT PANEL DISPLAY

BRIGHTNESS: FULL
TIME OUT: NONE

HDMI AUDIO OUT YES, NO

DISPLAY SETUPSETUP

Selects the HDMI AUDIO OUT parameter, which identifies if audio is
sent on the HDMI output. If the HDMI AUDIO OUT parameter is set
to YES, then a two-channel DOWN MIX of the source audio is sent
over the HDMI connection at the maximum bit rate of the display’s
audio system. This audio stream is in addition to the normal audio
outputs. If the parameter is set to NO, this audio is not sent.

HDMI AUDIO OUT

2-LINE OSD OFF, 3, 4, 5, 6 SECONDS

DISPLAY SETUPSETUP

Selects the 2-LINE OSD parameter from the On-Screen Display (OSD)
menu. The 2-Line OSD parameter identifies the length of time that
the 2-line OSD is displayed and can be set to display from three to six
seconds in one-second increments. If OFF is selected, then the 2-line
OSD is not displayed.

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 2-LINE OSD

Note: If OFF is selected, the menu screens are still displayed. This
parameter only affects the 2-line OSD display, which is identical to the
front panel 2-line display.

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Setup Lexicon

MENU TIME OUT NONE, 30, 40, 50, 60 SECONDS

DISPLAY SETUPSETUP

Selects the MENU TIME OUT parameter from the On-Screen Display
(OSD) menu. This parameter identifies the length of time before the
OSD menu times out and can be set from 30 to 60 seconds in
ten-second increments. If NONE is selected, then the OSD will not
turn off automatically.

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY MENU TIME OUT

CAUTION!

The NONE selection should only be used with caution. If
the system includes a plasma display, or other display
types sensitive to image burn-in, and the OSD Menu Time
Out parameter is set to NONE, the OSD menu image can be
burned into the monitor display.

BRIGHTNESS FULL, HALF, OFF

SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

Selects the BRIGHTNESS parameter from the Front Panel Display
menu, which selects the brightness of the 2-line front panel display.
The parameter can be set to FULL, HALF, or OFF. If set to OFF, then
the front panel display is off.

FRONT PANEL DISPLAY

BRIGHTNESS

TIME OUT NONE, 1 TO 10 SECONDS

SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

Selects the TIME OUT parameter from the Front Panel Display menu.
This parameter identifies the length of time before the front panel
2-line display times out. The parameter can be set from 1 to 10
seconds in one-second increments. If NONE is selected, then the
2-line front panel display is always on when the MV-5 is on.

FRONT PANEL DISPLAY TIME OUT

On the remote control, this parameter is controlled by the

|| (Pause)

button while in the touch screen “LEX” menu layer.

Note: When the MV-5 is powered off or put into Standby mode, any
changes to the BRIGHTNESS parameter are not saved. So when the MV-5
is powered on or taken out of Standby mode again, the BRIGHTNESS
parameter will be set to FULL.

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