Lexicon RV-8 Mk2 Brochure

The RV-8 version 2 (v2) upgrade consists of enhanced
functionality including Lexicon LIVE™, automatic
calibration of levels and distances, improved Logic 7

®

processing for 5.1 and 6.1 sources, Dolby Pro-Logic IIx®,
Radio Data System (RDS) decoding, improved power
management, digital format detect adjustment and the
option to send low frequencies to full-range speakers
and subwoofers simultaneously.

Lexicon LIVE

Lexicon LIVE is a unique system that can transform any
listening room into an exceptional and pleasurable acoustic
space. It uses a combination of microphones, digital signal
processing, and your speakers to enhance the room’s
acoustics and create the illusion of a much different space.

Three customizable presets can be selected for a pleasing
environment in which to practice or perform with a musical
instrument. For example, playing a guitar or saxophone in a
living room with Lexicon LIVE will sound like playing in a
real concert hall. Or, use Lexicon LIVE to change the
acoustics of the room when entertaining guests. Even a
home theater which has been acoustically deadened with
room treatments can be instantly transformed into a
concert hall. Lexicon LIVE requires two optional Lexicon
microphones to be positioned in the listening room.

Automatic Calibration
of Levels and Distances

Using the optional microphone kit, v2 allows the RV-8
to automatically set speaker distances and output levels.

Improved Logic 7
for 5.1 and 6.1 sources

Logic 7 for multi-channel Dolby Digital, DTS, and 5.1
analog sources now offers new playback improvements.
For the first time, poorly mixed multi-channel music and
film sources can be corrected during playback. With Logic
7, multi-channel recordings with little or no center channel
output will no longer sound deficient. Logic 7 stabilizes the
center image and improves the front soundstage.

Dolby Pro Logic IIx

Film and music versions of Dolby Pro Logic IIx have been
added for both 2-channel and multi-channel sources.

Full + Sub

This feature adds a new crossover setting that allows
the subwoofer(s) to remain active in addition to full range
output from one or more other speakers. This provides the
listener with the option of reproducing bass in accordance
with industry standards or, at their discretion, sending the
same bass information to full-range speakers and the
subwoofer(s) simultaneously.

Version 2

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Maximum Volume

In the volume controls section of the menu, the option of
selecting a maximum volume setting has been added to
prevent the RV-8 from being increased beyond that value.

Radio Data System

RDS allows the user to view the text that is sent by a
station transmitting information encoded in this format.
Many stations use it to transmit station call letters and
information about the current track (artist name, song
title and so forth).

Power Management

The user has the option of setting the level of power
sensitivity for the RV-8. When enabled (default) the unit will
turn off when it detects possibly damaging power swings.
When disabled, the unit will not turn off during detected
power swings and will continue regular operation. This
option may be used when connecting the RV-8 to
third-party power management devices.

Digital Format Detect

This feature provides the ability to select a faster mute time
when the RV-8 detects inconsistent digital signals. In the
“Normal” mode the RV-8 will not mute when a pause in
the digital stream is detected. When set to “Fast” the RV-8
will mute the digital input for 2ms under similar conditions.
This may prevent popping noises and other sounds when
switching between digital sources or when the digital
stream is briefly interrupted during events such as changing
the channel on a cable box.

To download the RV-8 v2 upgrade, or to find your local

dealer visit www.lexicon.com. To order the microphone kit,

contact your local Lexicon dealer. The v2 upgrade requires

software as well as the use of the optional 2-mic kit for the

automatic calibration and Lexicon LIVE features.

Version 2

Optional Microphone Pictured