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.

2001 TEC Award Winner: Signal Processing Technology/Hardware

Now Available in 3 Versions

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.

The 960L Digital

A more affordable, digital I/O version of Lexicon's flagship multi-channel digital effects system. The 960LDis identical to the 960L, without the balanced analog I/O. But, the A/D analog input and D/A analog output cards are available as separate options.

The 960L Stereo

The newest addition to the 960L family — a stereo version of Lexicon's flagship multi-channel digital effects system. The 960LS is similar to the 960L without the multi-channel processing and AES/EBU digital I/O. But, Multi-Channel Processing software and AES/EBU digital I/O cards are available as separate options. The 960LS supports the Automation option, and, when Multi-Channel Processing is enabled, the LOGIC7 UpMix option.

960L/LARC2 Specifications

Based on Decades of Innovation

For nearly thirty years, the world's most accomplished engineers and producers have relied upon Lexicon for their most critical music and sound productions. To satisfy these discriminating media professionals and to meet the new demands of today's increasingly complex sound content, Lexicon introduces a new generation of digital audio signal processing technology with the new 960L Multi-Channel Digital Effects System.

About 3DPM

A Technology Platform for a New Millennium

Designed specifically for the professional audio, broadcasting, film, post-production and live sound markets, the 960L utilizes a bold new technology platform. it will redefine world-class reverberation with a totally new paradigm of intelligent software algorithms based upon 3DPM™ Technology (3D Perceptual Modeling). This new breakthrough technology introduces entirely new acoustic environments based upon recent critical research on how the human brain perceives complex sounds. Lexicon's 3DPM not only allows sound designers to create the most realistic sounding acoustic environments ever, it also allows for the creation of new and unheard of spaces!

Ready for Anything You Can Throw At It

The 960L is capable of full 24-bit/96kHz performance and the factory standard I/O configuration boasts 8 channels of XLR-balanced analog audio as well as full AES/EBU digital I/O in a 4-unit, rack-mounting CPU mainframe. The all-new Lexicon Alpha-numeric Remote Controller (LARC2) compliments the new 960L mainframe. Multiple DSP configurations include: Stereo, 5.1 Surround, Multiple-Stereo, and Stereo plus 5.1 Surround with 44.1, 48, 88.2 and 96kHz sampling rates.

The extensive sonic palette of factory programs includes such time-proven standards as Halls, Chambers, Rooms, Plates, Ambience, Wild Spaces, Post and more. Up to 500 additional user-definable programs may be stored in the CPU.

A New Face for an Old Friend

The user interface for the 960L is a totally redesigned and enhanced LARC2 remote controller. Fashioned after the original LARC, which sits atop the leading recording and post-production consoles throughout the world, the new LARC2 provides a simple and intuitive user interface based on the world standard 480L. A variety of input control devices are provided for maximum control and these can be custom tailored for additional flexibility.

Lexicon commissioned an award-winning industrial design company to co-develop the LARC2. Featuring a highly-stylized design with a large, easy-to-read color backlit LCD display, the LARC2 has eight touch-sensitive motorized faders, a two-axis joystick for surround sound panning/placement control, eight soft and twenty-nine dedicated function keys. using this extensive array of controls, the user has instant access to a variety of parameters including machine and system status, fader label/value, soft key, machine setup/select, system control/edit, mute/bypass and joystick control. The LARC2 also features and extremely small footprint (8.0" x 10.5" x 5.5") and may be located several hundred feet from the 960L CPU.

Features

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

960L/LARC2 Frequently Asked Questions

How many simultaneous effects can the 960L perform?	A standard 960L with 1 Reverb/DSP card can run up to 4 stereo machines--1 stereo effect per machine, or 2 multi channel machines at 44.1khz or 48khz. At 96khz, you get 2 stereo machines, or 1 multi channel machine. With 2 Reverb/DSP cards, you get 8 stereo machines --1 stereo effect per machine or 4 multi channel machines at 44.1khz or 48khz. At 96khz, you get 4 stereo machines or, 2 multi channel machine.
How can I use 2 input/5 output reverb plus a mono or stereo input and stereo output reverb? What about 2 stereo input/4 outputs?	The " 2 input/5 output reverb plus a mono or stereo input and stereo output reverb" configuration does not exist at this time, however you can accomplish this configuration if you use 2 DSP cards, one configured in surround and the other in stereo. For the 2x stereo-in/quad out, just configure the box as a pair of 4-in/4-out and only feed a stereo pair to each one.
Are there going to be harmonizer programs available for the 960L?	At this time there is no public information available on plans for any type of harmonizer programs.
Can the joystick be used for panning?	Yes.
Does the 960L have 8 in 8 out?	Yes, both analog and digital.
What is a quick list of the features of the 960L?	960L Multi-Channel Digital Effects System Feature Summary Redefines world-class reverberation (Lexicon Flagship product) True Multi-channel Surround and/or Stereo Reverb Effects System 24-bit/96kHz Processing Lexicon 3DPM™ Algorithms (3-Dimensional Perceptual Modeling) LARC2™ Remote with 256-color graphic display Input/Output Mixing Audio/Control/Hardware/Software Expandable 250 Factory Programs/1000 Registers Eight Motorized Faders Joystick for Surround Panning & Parameters Eight 24-bit/96kHz Balanced XLR Analog I/O Four Stereo Pairs 24-bit/96kHz AES/EBU Digital I/O MIDI Program Change Word Clock (BNC Input, Output & Loopthru) 3.5" Floppy drive (for register storage) Built-in CD-ROM Drive for Software Upgrades
How many stereo reverbs can be run at 96K?	With V2.2 software and 2 Reverb DSP Cards you can run 4 stereo reverbs at 96kHz.
Who is the manufacturer of the A/D and D/A converters on the 960L?	The A/D converter on the 960L are AKM 5393. The D/A converter are Analog Devices AD1853.
When I have my 960L set up in a 2 in 5 out configuration--panning the input, I do not get the signal out of the individual speaker I have panned the source to.	Muting one of the channel inputs in the Control Mode page will take care of this problem of hearing signal out of more than one speaker when panning the signal with the joystick.
What is the layout of surround outputs? What is the correct way to channelize the unit over the console buses for speaker distribution?	The standard in/out configuration for the 960L within a 5 channel system is: Channel 1: Left Front Channel 2: Right Front Channel 3: Center Channel 4: Left Surround Channel 5: Right Surround
Will the 960L replace the M480L?	The 960L can run 4 M480L quality reverbs at once or two multi channel reverbs at once but does not currently have all of the other effects that are found in the M480L.
The LARC2 display has the graphics boxes on the display but there is not text.	This sometimes occurs intermittently and re-booting the machine will sometimes correct the problem temporarily. This symptom may indicate a defective Reverb/DSP card. For service in the US, contact Lexicon Customer Service. Outside of the US, contact your local authorized Lexicon dealer or distributor.
Whenever I turn on the both the LARC2 and the 960L, I get the message: "No 960L yet...." twice, then it loads the program. What does that message mean? Is it normal?	Yes, it does take a few minutes for the 960L to power up once it is turned on. The length of time depends on how the box is configured (how many dsp cards, input/output cards, etc..). The LARC2, which is a separate microprocessor based system running it's own firmware, boots much faster than the 960L mainframe. While the LARC2 is running and waiting to establish communications with the mainframe it will occasionally display "No 960L yet..." until the 960L starts running and communication is established. This is normal.
Is it possible to connect the 960L LARC2 remote via CAT-5 cable when using the remote power supply?	If you are looking for networking capabilites then we do not support that. If you are looking to run a cable from a remote location then we support cable runs up to 1000 feet using computer-grade cable with shielded twisted pairs. CAT5 cable falls in this category.
After LARC2 goes into sleep mode, LARC2 sometimes crashes with following symptoms: both LARC2 's have dark screens moving controls does not have an effect on the LARC2 itself or the mainframe.	First, try resetting the 960 mainframe with the Reset switch on the front panel of the unit. If this does not work, try cycling the power by turning off the main power to the 960 mainframe with the switch on the back of the unit. If the 960 and the LARC2 do not reset and restart after this, please contact Lexicon Technical Support at 801-568-7567, or by email at support@lexiconpro.com in the U.S.. If you are ourside of the U.S., please contact your local authorized Lexicon distributor.
The CAPS and NUM Lock features on a PS-2 keyboard do not work when plugged into a LARC2.	This is normal operation with a LARC2. The LARC2 PS-2 keyboard port does not currently support the CAPS and NUM Lock features.
Does the Larc2 come with an external power supply?	The Larc2 does not come with an external power supply. You should not need to use a power supply to power the Larc2 unless the cable you are using to connect to the Larc2 is over 100ft. Ratings: Output- 12VDC, 5.0A, 60W Max. Connector: 5.5 mm O.D., 2.5mm I.D. concentric (female barrel) with positive voltage on the inner contact.
Can sleep mode for the LARC2 be disabled?	Sleep Mode cannot be disabled. This feature is designed to preserve the life span of the LCD screen. The Input meters across the top of the LARC2 should give a reasonable representation of Input levels. If the LARC2 has gone into Sleep Mode, touching any button or the joystick will bring back the display without changing any settings. When in Sleep Mode, the first command from the LARC2 wakes the display up. The second command sent will actually cause a change.
I connected a PC keyboard to the Larc2 and although the keyboard works fine on the PC it's a nightmare on the Larc2. Sometimes you press a key and it does not respond, the next time you get 2 or 3 times the same letter. Is that a known problem?	Make sure that the keyboard was plugged in before the 960L was powered up. Lexicon does not support hot plugging of a keyboard. The symptoms described sound like the keyboard was hot plugged.
The display on the LARC2 goes out. After an hour of being ignored, the LARC2 display goes dark.	This is normal. There is a timeout set to turn off the backlight when the LARC2 is not used for a period of time. This extends the life of the Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp (CCFL) backlight. When the backlight is off, there is still some lit key showing, so you know it's not totally off. When the backlight is off, pressing most keys serves only as a wakeup, and their normal pressing function gets disregarded. The Program and Register keys are exceptions, since they act on release, not on press. We could recommend the "1" numeric key, any arrow key, or the Lexicon key be pressed to "wake-up" the LARC2. This will keep things right where they were left.
What type of external power supply is needed for Larc2?	An external power supply is only required for cable runs of greater than 100 feet. Locate a power supply with the following ratings: Output: 12VDC, 5.0A, 60W Max. Connector: 5.5mm O.D., 2.5mm I.D. concentric (female barrel) with positive voltage on the inner contact. Of course, Lexicon has not tested all available supplies with these ratings and you may find varying results. Possible manufacturers to try: Manufacturer: EOS The International Distributor of EOS products is listed below. Pioneer Standard Electronics, Inc. http://www.pios.com/
When I plug a keyboard into the LARC2 keyboard port, it does not work.	Check the type of keyboard, only PS-2 keyboards are supported. Also, it is recommended that the keyboard be plugged into the LARC2 before it is turned on and the system is powered up. Try re-booting the system.
Will the LARC2 control the M480L and 224XL or M300L?	No, The LARC2 only controls the 960L.
What is the pinout?	The pin out is as follows: chassis ground/shield receive data transmit data transmit common power supply(+) receive common receive data transmit data power supply ground-not connected if external power supply is used.