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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
Dolby Digital EX
, Pro-Logic II,
DTS-ES
,
DTS Neo:6
, and LOGIC 7
.
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.
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.
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.

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Lexicon MC-8 Specifications

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BrandLexicon
ModelMC-8
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

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