Lexicon RV-5 User manual

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RV-5 Reciever

AUDIO PERFORMANCE
A/D conversion 24-bit, 96 kHz, dual-bit DS
D/A conversion 24-bit, 44.1 to 192 kHz, multi-bit DS
Input Sensitivity 400 mV for Analog 1 to 6, and 400 mV for 8ch input
Input Impedance 98.5 kW for Analog 1 to 6, and 32 kW for 8ch input
FM TUNER PERFORMANCE
Tuning Range 87.5MHz to 108MHz
Sensitivity IHF 8 uV/19.2 dBf
Selectivity +/- 400 kHz, 70 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio Mono: 70 db, Stereo: 65 dB
Image Rejection 43 dB
IF Rejection 75 dB
Stereo Separation 51 dB @ 1 kHz
Distortion Mono: 0.2%, Stereo: 0.1%
AM TUNER PERFORMANCE
Tuning Range 520 kHz to 1720 kHz
Sensitivity Loop 177 uV/m
Selectivity +/- 10 kHz, 25 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 45 dB
Image Rejection 32 dB
IF Rejection 40 dB
Distortion 1.2%
GENERAL
Power Requirements 120V, 60Hz, 1300W, IEC detachable power cord (supplied)
230V, 50Hz, 1300W, IEC detachable power cords
(supplied for EU & UK)
Power Consumption 4.82W at Power on, idle
1235W at rated power output (7-channels driven)
Dimensions Height (with feet): 6.6 inches (168 mm)
Height (without feet): 6 inches (153 mm)
Width 17.3 inches (440 mm)
Depth* 15.6 inches (397 mm)
*Depth measurement includes knobs, buttons,
and terminal connections.
Weight Net Weight: 39.7 lb (18 kg)
Gross Weight: 55.1 lb (25 kg)
Rack-Mounting Lexicon built rack mount kit not available.
Please seek alternative.
Operating Environment Operating temperature: 0 to 45 C (32 to 113 F)
Storage temperature: -20 to 60 C (-4 to 140 F)
Relative humidity: 93% max without condensation
Remote Control Hand-held, back-lit, IR/RF** pre-programmed and learning
remote control (requires 4 AAA batteries – included)
**For use with optional MRF-100B RF receiver.
Specifications subject to change without notice.
The RV-5 is a landmark product for Lexicon and represents several firsts for the brand, offering
capabilities previously only available in the flagship MC-12 HD. The RV-5 also breaks new ground with
several features not currently available in other Lexicon products – all at a fraction of the price. At its
heart, the RV-5 is a multi-faceted audio and video preamplifier with built-in processing. Married to that is
a high-current, 7-channel power amplifier capable of driving a wide array of loudspeakers and a built-in
FM/AM tuner. In addition, the RV-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 RV-5.
Drawing from Lexicon’s background and expertise, the RV-5 Receiver features the latest
version of Lexicon’s critically acclaimed Logic 7® decoding. The calling card of all Lexicon processors,
Logic 7 has been widely praised for its ability to greatly enhance the listening experience of any type of source material – whether it is music, film,
TV, or even video games. Using Logic 7 with your system means that your music sounds more natural – more like you’d hear it at a live event;
movies aremore compelling, drawing you deeper into the illusion of being there; and video games that put you right in the middle of the action.
There’s very little that Logic 7 can’t improve, and it’s just one more reason why Lexicon products are considered to be the best in the industry.
The RV-5 features an automated procedure for use in speaker setup, which also performs system equalization. Unlike most equalization systems
which simply knock down the peaks in the response, the RV-5 calibrates the system more intelligently - compensating for frequency response
aberrations, varied speaker performance and balancing the entire system for the best overall results. In addition, the RV-5 is capable of storing
different calibrations, so up to three different listening positions can be recalled at the touch of a button. The end result is a system that optimizes
the sound quality where it counts the most – at your seat!
The RV-5 is the first Lexicon product to feature integrated Faroudja® video processing technology. With this superior video capability, the RV-5 can
take any incoming video format and up-convert it to HDMI output, so a single HDMI cable can be utilized between the RV-5 and the video display.
The RV-5 can also scale the video to 720p or 1080i output resolution for improved video performance from standard definition sources. In addition,
the RV-5 has two menu pages, per input, devoted solely to advanced user-adjustable video processing features such as Faroudja’s DCDi®, designed
to smooth out the jagged edges caused when video is de-interlaced; film mode detection, which automatically identifies film sources and restores
the proper frame sequence; and noise reduction to minimize the noise often contained within analog video signals; as well as basics such as
brightness, sharpness, and contrast.

Audio Inputs and Outputs
HDMI (Version 1.1) 2 connectors, HDMI Type A, 19-pin
Three component video, RCA connectors
Analog Video Three component video, RCA connectors
Four S-Video connectors
Four composite video, RCA connectors
Digital Audio Four S/PDIF coaxial (RCA) and four S/PDIF optical (Toslink)
connectors Coaxial & optical input connectors conform to
IEC-958, S/PDIF standards One USB mini-B connector
Analog Audio Eight-channel RCA connectors
Six Stereo RCA connectors
One microphone, 3.5mm mono mini plug
1 DOCK 30-pin connector (for optional docking station)
1 FM antenna (included)
1 AM antenna (included)
Input sensitivity = max input level 2 Vrms
Control One RS-232, 9-pin, D-sub connector
One IR front panel lens
One 3.5mm IR IN jack:
Input Voltage: 3V - 15V
Input Current: 10mA
Frequency: 20Hz - 1KHz
accepts either stereo plug (Tip/Ring/Sleeve) or mono plug
(Tip/Sleeve)
HDMI PERFORMANCE
HDMI Input Video: 480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, or 1080i
Audio: Dolby Digital, DTS, & PCM (32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz,
176.4 kHz, and 192 kHz)
HDMI Output Video: 480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, or 1080i
Audio: Dolby Digital, DTS, & PCM (32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz,
176.4 kHz. and 192 kHz)
OUTPUTS
HDMI (Version 1.1) One connector, HDMI Type A, 19-pin
Analog Video One component video, RCA connector
One S-Video connector
One composite video, RCA connector
Analog Audio 7-channel amplified, binding posts
one 8-channel preamplifier plus additional subwoofer,
RCA connectors
Bare wire: Up to 10 gauge
Control Two triggers - one power on/off & one programmable
3.5mm mono mini plugs
12 VDC, 300mA maximum output draw
S-VIDEO & COMPOSITE VIDEO PERFORMANCE
Compatibility NTSC, PAL, and SECAM
A/D converter 12-bit, 110 MHz
D/A converter 12-bit, 74.25 MHz
Input Level / Impedance 1V peak-to-peak / 75 W
Output Level / Impedance 1V peak-to-peak / 75 W
Frequency Response Composite: 10 Hz to 8 MHz, -3 dB
S-Video: 10 Hz to 8 MHz, -3 dB
Component: 10 Hz to 100 MHz, -3 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio >65 dB
Differential Gain <0.2%
Differential Phase <0.5 degrees
Gain +/- 0.15 dB
COMPONENT VIDEO PERFORMANCE
Compatibility 3-channel (Y, Pr, Pb), format-independent
Impedance 75 W
Insertion Loss <3 dB
Bandwidth >100 MHz
AMPLIFIER OUTPUTS
Continuous Output 85 W per channel, 8 W, all channels driven, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Frequency Response 10 Hz to 40 kHz, +0, -2 dB
THD + Noise <0.05%, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 1 W
<0.07%, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 85 W
IM Distortion <0.04%
Slew Rate 17 V/us (Condition: output 40 Vpp, 1k sine wave, rising time
from 10% to 90%)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 95 dB typical, 22 kHz bandwidth
min 95 dBA, 90 dBA typical
PREAMPLIFIER OUTPUTS
Frequency Response 10 Hz to 40 kHz, +0, -2 dB
THD + Noise <0.05%, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Dynamic Range 100 dB typical, 22 kHz bandwidth
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 100 dB typical, 22 kHz bandwidth
min 100 dBA, 103 dBA typical
Output Level 200 mV typical, 5 V maximum
RV-5 Specifications
The remote control, included with the RV-5, is a full-featured universal controller, designed
to run your whole home theater system. The remote control contains an extensive library
of pre-programmed infra-red codes so it can replace virtually any remote control. This
powerful remote also has the ability to learn commands from other remote controls, as
well as a suite of built-in customizable features. Coupled with the RF receiver option,
you’ll have the power to control your home theater system – from virtually anywhere
in your home. This is particularly useful in installations where the RV-5 is hidden out of
sight or for users who already have a control system for the home theater and want to
use the RV-5 remote control from another room.
The RV-5 provides several other useful features including a RS-232 port for use with
bi-directional control systems as well as an IR input jack for IR based control systems. And
to keep pace with today’s rapidly-changing technology, the RV-5 has two new features
never-before offered in a Lexicon product. You can now listen to the music on your PC
with all of the power and performance of the RV-5, using a USB connection. And with the
optional Dock accessory, you can enter a new world of listening enjoyment through the
combination of the storage capacity and playback flexibility of an iPod with the sonic
power of the RV-5. The connected iPod can even be controlled seamlessly from the front
panel, remote control or RS-232 port. Since the RV-5 front panel and on-screen displays
keep you informed of what is happening, you don’t even need to see the iPod
to control it.
A flexible menu structure, audio and video processing, automated calibration and EQ,
in-depth customization, multimedia playback features…the RV-5 represents a new age
of audio and video processing equipment from Lexicon. We invite you to experience the
RV-5 for yourself.

RS-232 control, rear-panel IR input, 2 trigger outputs
Assignable power amplifier (Rear channels or Zone-2 in 5.1-channel systems)
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)
12 configurable inputs, 8 channels, 2 audio zones
FM/AM tuner with 30 presets
High current, 7x85 watt power amplifier
Logic 7 audio processing
Automatic EQ and speaker calibration (microphone included)
HDMI inputs and output
Faroudja video processing