Lexicon RV-8 Logic 7 Integrated Amplifier / Receiver
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Based on the critically acclaimed line of Lexicon preamp/processors and power amplifiers, the RV-8 was designed from the ground up with the enthusiast in mind. The massive power amplifier section outputs an impressive 140 watts on each of its 7 channels across the entire audible spectrum with all 7 channels driven simultaneously.And it does so while retaining exceptional transparency, wide dynamic range and sonic neutrality. The RV-8 delivers real power that makes stand-alone multi-channel power amplifiers blush. Mated with an exceptional preamp/processor utilizing the latest algorithms, including LOGIC 7 and an intuitive user interface, the RV-8 can be viewed as “separates” that happen to share the same chassis.
The RV-8 Receiver is an 8-channel audio and video control center with independent zone monitoring that provides control of audio and video source selection in three zones at the same time.The RV-8 includes a host of inputs: a built-in tuner, eight digital audio, eight analog audio, phono, five composite video, five S-video and three component video input connectors. These can be assigned to any of the eight software configurable inputs.The analog input connectors can also be configured to accommodate up to two 5.1-channel analog sources such as DVD-A and SACD. The RV-8 features an integrated 7-channel power amplifier that is designed to achieve high levels of power and performance. Equipped with a massive toroidal power transformer, the amplifier also provides thermal and DC protection. A built-in AM/FM tuner allows for automatic or manual storing of up to 40 preset stations.
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Lexicon RV-8: Processing Power
More than just an audio and video control center, the RV-8 offers the latest version of Lexicon's critically acclaimed LOGIC 7 processing, which creates a 7.1-channel output signal from stereo, 5.1- and 6.1-channel sources. Unlike other decoders, LOGIC 7 processing is compatible with all input sources and requires no special encoding. Because the improvement it provides is clearly audible, LOGIC 7 is widely regarded as the finest surround process currently available. A LOGIC 7 downmix of multichannel source material is available when using the Headphone listening modes. If a stereo source is present, the dedicated HEADPHONE L7 listening mode utilizes Head Related Transfer Functions that introduce a subtle sense of surround sound, while preserving the original stereo image.
In addition to LOGIC 7, the RV-8 offers Dolby Digital Surround EX, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Pro Logic, DTS 96/24, DTS neo:6, DTS-ES, THX Ultra2 and THX Surround EX decoding.THX Ultra2 certification guarantees that the RV-8 meets the most stringent THX specifications. With two floating-point Hammerhead™ Digital Signal Processing (DSP) engines, the RV-8 boasts enormous processing power. These powerful processors perform custom Lexicon processing such as LOGIC 7 decoding, bass enhancement, dialog enhancement, auto azimuth, 5-speaker enhancement, bass management, high-precision digital crossovers and audio controls. These features are available at sample rates up to 96kHz, with 24-bit resolution to retain top performance from all sources. In addition, a third DSP engine is dedicated to decoding multi-channel compressed audio sources.
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Lexicon RV-8: Connectivity
The RV-8 is one of the most advanced audio and video control centers available. High-precision 24-bit/96kHz A/D converters can be used to convert stereo analog audio input signals to digital signals, allowing the RV-8 to provide the benefits of precise digital signal processing without sacrificing signal integrity. 24-bit/192kHz D/A converters are utilized for all output channels. Alternatively, 5.1-channel and stereo analog inputs can be set up individually to bypass A/D conversion and internal processing altogether, following a pure analog signal path directly to the outputs. Digital audio input signals are processed through a two-stage phase lock loop for extremely low intrinsic jitter and high jitter rejection.
Lexicon's proprietary auto azimuth technology corrects timing and level imbalances in stereo sources, ensuring exceptionally accurate playback of surround-encoded sources. A digital audio pass-through output is available for recording digital signals with a CD recorder or a similar component.
Complementing its audio performance, the RV-8 features broadcastquality video switchers. A wide-bandwidth component video switcher accepts analog component or RGB video signals, while a composite and S-video switcher accepts high-quality NTSC, PAL or SECAM video signals.
Composite and S-video sources can be converted to component video. The component video switcher can pass High-Definition TV (HDTV) signals, as well as Standard-Definition TV (SDTV) signals.The switcher is designed to pass video signals without alteration or degradation.
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Built to professional standards, the RV-8 is designed to serve as the control center in any high-quality home theater. Even the most demanding enthusiast will be impressed with its unique combination of power, performance and flexibility. Add to this a powerful learning remote control that makes your entire system easier to use and you start to understand why the RV-8 is the ultimate receiver.
Lexicon RV-8 Receiver Technical Spec:
Overview:
THX Ultra-2 8 Channel Integrated Digital Audio & Video Receiver
Formats Supported:
Logic 7®
Dolby Prologic II, Dolby® Digital, THX Surround EX,
dts®, dts-ES 6.1, dts 24-96KHz, dts Neo 6
THX® Ultra 2 certified.
Logic 7® Creates a 7.1channel output, from any input signal.
Analogue Audio Inputs:
Configurable As:
8: Stereo Pairs
5: Stereo Pairs + 1 x 5.1-channel analogue input
2: Stereo Pairs + 2 x 5.1-channel analogue inputs
5.1 Analogue Input Array - L - C - R - LS - RS - LFE
DVD-A / SACD Input Configuration:
24-bit 96 kHz Dual-Bit A>D Conversion
Full Bass Management & Time Alignment Via RV-8
Pure Analogue By-Pass Option - Player Control
Turntable Input:
1: Stereo - RCA
Moving Magnet - Phono Stage
Pure Analogue By-Pass
A>D Conversion Option
Digital Audio Inputs:
4: Coaxial - RCA
4: Optical - TosLink
Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96kHz
Accepts: 16-24 Bit PCM audio, Dolby Digital, dts and dts-ES Discrete data formats
Main Zone Audio Outputs:
8: Unbalanced - RCA
Front L/R - Centre - LFE - Side L/R - Rear L/R
Zone 2 Audio Outputs:
2: Analogue - Stereo RCA - 1: Fixed - 1: Variable
2: Digital - 1: RCA Coaxial - 1: TosLink Optical
Zone 3 Audio Outputs:
1: Analogue - Stereo RCA - Variable
Amplification - Output Power:
7 x 140W at 8 ? - All channels driven 20Hz to 20kHz
Amplification - Features:
Stable Into Reactive And Unmatched Loads
Minimum Speaker Impedance - 2 ?
Thermal And Overload Protection
Channels 3 & 7 Assignable To Zone 2 Or 3 Outputs.
Tuner Section:
High Quality AM / FM Stereo Tuner
40 Nameable / Assignable Direct Presets
Digital Architecture Main - Zone 2:
24-bit 192 kHz Multi-Bit D > A Conversion For All Channels
24-bit 192 kHz Delta Sigma A > D Conversion For All Analogue Inputs
DSP Engines:
2: Analog Devices SHARC Hammerhead 32-Bit Floating Point DSP Engines
1: Cirrus Logic DSP Decoding Engine
Video Inputs:
3: Component Video - RCA
5: S-Video - Y/C
5: Composite Video - RCA
Video Switching:
Ultra-Wide Bandwidth. HDTV Compatible.
Broadcast Standard Switching.
Video Up Conversion.
Composite Video / S-Video > Component Video - Main Zone
NTSC M, PAL, And SECAM Compatible
Video Outputs:
1: Component Video - RCA - Main Zone
4: S-Video - 2: Main - 2: Zone 2
5: Composite Video - 2: Main - 2: Zone 2 - 1: Zone 3
Activation Outputs:
1: Power On/Off Trigger
1: Programmable Trigger - Assignable
+12VDC, 0.5 amps each; detachable screw terminals
RS-232 Serial Input/Output:
2: 9-pin D-sub connectors for system control and software upgrades
Expansion Ports / Connections:
2: 3.5mm Microphone Inputs - Future Option
1: Expansion Port cover plate
Accessories:
Pre-programmed And Learning Remote Control
Rack Mounting Option available:
RV-8: 4 Rack Units
Dimensions:
W 440mm x D 538mm x H 197mm (With Feet)