Lexicon 960L/LARC2

Configurable Stereo/Surround Reverb Processor and Flying Fader Remote

For over twenty years, Lexicon has been revered as the industry leader in digital reverb. From the groundbreaking model 224 in 1979, to the industry standard 480L in 1986, Lexicon has continued to build the world's best sounding reverbs at any price. But the world has quickly embraced multi-channel sound as successful new formats like DVD have given rise to the need for world-class surround reverbs in addition to world-class stereo reverbs.Enter the 960L Multi-Channel Digital Effects System.

The 960L sets the new industry standard for stereo and multi-channel reverbs while providing enough flexibility to grow as formats evolve. With support for 16 channels of I/O, the 960L meets the demands of any application today with ample flexibility to address the demands of tomorrow. A built-in CD-ROM allows for easy software upgrades ensuring that the 960L will remain at the cutting edge of performance and sound quality well into the future. So experience the new standard, experience the 960L. This is the future.


The 960L

Lexicon's flagship multi-channel digital effects system. The 960L supports 8 channels of balanced analog I/O and 8 channels of AES/EBU digital I/O in various configurations. It comes standard with one DSP card and provides support for an optional second DSP card that doubles the available processing power. It now comes standard with Automation and LOGIC7 UpMix™ options.

• Redefines World-class Reverberation
• 24-bit/96kHz Processing
• Lexicon 3DPM™ Algorithms (3-Dimensional Perceptual Modeling)
• True Multi-Channel Surround Sound and Stereo Reverb Processing
• LARC2™ Remote Control: 480L-based Intuitive User Interface
• Flexible Input and Output Mixing Capabilities
• Expandable Audio and Control I/O
• Hardware and Software Expandable DSP
• Extensive Sonic Palette of Factory Programs
• Eight Touch-Sensitive Motorized (auto-nulling) Faders
• Assignable Joystick for Surround Panning and Creative Parameter Control

Standard Configuration

• Multiple 3DPM DSP Configurations: Stereo, 5.1 Surround, Combined
• Eight 24-bit/96kHz Balanced XLR Analog I/O
• Four Stereo Pairs of 24-bit/96kHz AES/EBU Digital I/O
• MIDI In/Out/Thru
• BNC Word Clock Input/Output/Loopthru
• CD-ROM Drive for Software Upgrades

Analog Input
• Connectors: Eight, Female XLR
• Impedance: 50k½, balanced
• Level (for 0 dbFS): +24dBu
• Frequency Response @ 48kHz: 20Hz-20kHz, ±1dB
• Frequency Response @ 96kHz: 20Hz-40kHz, ±1dB
• A/D Conversion : 24 bits, 128x oversampled
• A/D Dynamic Range: >110dB (20Hz-20kHz)
• THD: < .002%
• CMRR: >50dB
• Crosstalk @ 1kHz: < -100dB

Analog Output
• Connectors: Eight, Male XLR
• Impedance: 50½, balanced
• Level (for 0 dbFS): +24dBu
• Frequency Response @ 48kHz: 20Hz-20kHz, ±1dB
• Frequency Response @ 96kHz: 20Hz-40kHz, ±1dB
• D/A Conversion : 24 bits; 8x oversampled @ 44.1/48kHz; 4x oversampled @ 88.2/96kHz
• D/A Dynamic Range: >110dB (20Hz-20kHz)
• THD: < .002%
• Crosstalk @ 1kHz: < -100dB

A/A Performance
• Frequency Response @ 48kHz: 20Hz-20kHz, ±1dB
• Frequency Response @ 96kHz: 20Hz-40kHz, ±1dB
• Dynamic Range: >107dB (20Hz-20kHz)
• THD: < .002%

Digital Audio I/O
• Connectors : Four Male XLR Outputs; Four Female XLR Inputs
• Format: AES/EBU
• Word Size: 24-bits

Sample Rates
• Internal: 44.1/48/88.2/96kHz
• Accuracy: Within ±10ppm

Meets AES 11, Grade 2
• 9 External: 44.1/48/88.2/96kHz
• Lock Range: ±1.5%

Synchronization
• TTL Word Clock Input: 75½, BNC self-terminating loopthru
• TTL Word Clock Output: BNC
• Clock Jitter: Intrinsic Jitter and Jitter Gain; Exceeds AES3, Amendment 1

Control Interfaces
• Remote Control: LARC2 ports (2)
• MIDI: In/Out/Thru 5-Pin DIN

Reverb Types
• Ambience: 48K Stereo and Surround
• Chamber: 48K Stereo and Surround
• Plate: 48K Stereo and Surround
• Reverse: 48K Stereo and Surround
• Random Hall: 48/96K Stereo and Surround
• Ambient Chamber: 48K Surround

Reverb Card Configurations
• 44.1/48K Performance: Stereo Machines (4): 2 In x 5 Out Machines (2): 5 In + 2 In x 5 Out Machines
• 88.2/96K Performance: Stereo Machines (2): 2 In x 5 Out Machines (1); 5 In x 5 Out Machines (1)

Internal Hard Disk Storage
• Factory Programs; >200
• User Registers; 1,000

Removable 3.5" Floppy Disk Storage
• User Programs; 100

Power
• Requirements; 100-120/220-240 VAC, 50-60Hz, 300W max
• Connector: 3-pin IEC

Physical Specifications
• Size: 19.0"W x 17.4"D x 7.0"H (483mm x 442mm x 178mm) (4 rack units)
• Weight: 35 lbs.

Regulatory Approvals
• FCC Class A; CE: EN55103-1,
• EN55103-2; UL: UL1419;
• C-UL C22.2; TUV: EN60065

Environment
• Operating: 10¡to 40¡C
• Storage: -30¡to 70¡C
• Humidity: 95% max, non-condensing





LARC2 Specifications

Display
• Type: Passive Matrix LCD
• Resolution: 640 x 240 pixels
• Colors: 256
• Backlight: CCFL (Fluorescent)
• Brightness: Software controlled
• Contrast: rear panel knob

LED Meter Bridge
• Configuration: 8 channels x 3 levels
• Levels: -60dB, -6dB, -0.5dB (overload)

Control Surface
• Faders: Eight, 60mm throw, motorized, touch sensitive
• Joystick: Two-axis
• Dedicated Function Keys: 29 (12 backlit)
• Soft Function Keys: 8

Connectors
• 960L: 9-pin D-sub
• Auxiliary PS/2 Keyboard: 6-pin Mini-DIN
• External Power: Concentric, 2.5mm

Power
• Requirements: 12 VDC, 2 Amps (max)

Physical Specifications
• Size: 12.7"L x 8.25"W x 5.0"H (323mm x 210mm x 127mm)
• Weight : 4 lbs.

Regulatory Approvals
• FCC: Class A;
• CE: EN55103-1,
• EN55103-2; TUV: EN60065

Environment
• Operating: 5¡to 40¡C
• Storage: -30¡to 70¡C
• Humidity: 95% max, non-condensing

Operating Distance
• Powered from 960 Mainframe: Up to 100 feet
• With External Power: Up to 1,000 feet