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Pinnacle Systems Solves Olympics Time Differences with Pinnacle PCTV..
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Datum nieuwsfeit: 01-08-2008 |
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Pinnacle Systems
Pinnacle Systems Solves Olympics Time Differences with Pinnacle PCTV
HD Pro Stick and Pinnacle Video Transfer
Fans Can Watch Events Live on their PC, Record Them for Viewing Later
or Transfer Them Directly from their TV to a Portable Video Device
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., 07.31.2008 -
Pinnacle Systems, Inc., the consumer division of Avid Technology, Inc.
(Nasdaq: AVID), announced today two easy solutions that will enable
consumers to enjoy watching the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games anytime,
anywhereâin spite of the global time differences. With Pinnacle PCTVâ¢
HD Pro Stick and Pinnacle⢠Video Transfer, they wonât miss events
like the opening ceremony, which begins in Beijing at 8:00 P.M. on
Friday, August 8 when it is Friday, August 8 at 5:00 A.M in San
Francisco.
Pinnacle PCTV HD Pro Stick is a USB TV tuner that enables Olympics
fans to use their PCs to watch live, high-quality TV broadcasts of the
games, turn their desktop PCs into personal video recorders (PVRs),
and enjoy the games whenever they want. With Pinnacle Video Transfer,
they can record their favorite events from their TV directly to an
Apple(TM) iPod(TM) Video, iPod nano (3rd generation), iPod classic, Sony(TM)
PSPâ¢, Sony PSP slim, flash drive or hard driveâwithout using a PC.
Featuring sleek, ultra-mobile designs, the affordably priced Pinnacle
PCTV HD Pro Stick and Pinnacle Video Transfer eliminate the need to
choose between sleeping and missing the Olympic events. The Pinnacle
products let consumers do both.
The Pinnacle PCTV HD Pro Stick, the number one selling TV tuner for
PCs in the U.S. retail market in 2007, according to NPD*, provides
consumers with the brilliant sharpness of digital HDTV with
resolutions up to 1080i and time shifting capabilities simply by
plugging the device into a USB port on their PC. ClearQAM support is
included to enable cable TV subscribers to enjoy their favorite
over-the-air (OTA) digital channels with optimal quality by connecting
the digital cable directly to their PC. Ideal for laptop users,
travelers and students who want to experience HD-quality TV at home or
on-the-go without having to pay expensive service fees, Pinnacle PCTV
HD Pro Stick users can schedule recordings while they are asleep and
can even program the PC to shut down automatically after the recording
is complete. With the February 17, 2009 shut down of analog television
approaching, this device also provides a cost-effective alternative to
paying for cable and satellite TV or buying a new HD TV.
For consumers who want to watch the competitions on-the-go, Pinnacle
Video Transfer makes it as easy as clicking a single button. This
innovative, pocket-size device can be used to easily record TV shows,
videos and game play from a television directly to a portable device,
without having to use a PC. Users can plug Pinnacle Video Transferinto
their TV, set-top box, VCR, DVD recorder; and, with the touch of a
button, can convert analog video to digital while transferring it
directly to their portable device. With Olympic events transferred to
their favorite portable device, they can enjoy them wherever they go.
Pricing and Availability
The Pinnacle PCTV HD Pro Stick and Pinnacle Video Transfer are
available through the Pinnacle Systems estore or at leading e-tailers
and retailers with US MSRPs of $99.99 and $129.99 respectively.
For tips, tricks and techniques on all Pinnacle solutions, visit
Pinnacle Life.
* According to The NPD Group, the Pinnacle HD Pro Stick was the top
selling PCTV tuner in the U.S. retail market in 2007.
About Pinnacle Systems, Inc.
Pinnacle Systems, Inc., a part of Avid Technology, Inc., is an
industry leader in providing a complete set of home video editing and
TV viewing tools for the consumer market. The companyâs product lines
including Pinnacle PCTVâ¢, Dazzle(TM), Pinnacle ShowCenter(TM), and its
flagship Pinnacle Studio⢠line, cover the needs and requirements of
any level of video storytellers or consumers who simply want to enjoy
TV from their computer. Pinnacle Systems has received nine prestigious
Emmy(TM) Awards for its technical innovations and carries the commitment
to help consumers enhance, preserve and share their memories with
ease. For more information, visit www.pinnaclesys.com.
About Avid Technology, Inc.
Avid is a worldwide leader in tools for film, video, audio, 3D
animation, gaming and broadcast professionals â as well as for home
audio and video enthusiasts. Avid professional and consumer brands
include Avid, Digidesign, M-Audio, Pinnacle Systems, Sibelius,
Softimage and Sundance Digital. The vast majority of primetime
television shows, feature films, commercials and chart-topping music
hits are made using one or more Avid products. Whether used by
seasoned professionals or beginning students, Avidâs products and
services enable customers to work more efficiently, productively and
creatively. Avid received an Oscar(TM) statuette representing the 1998
Scientific and Technical Award for the concept, design, and
engineering of the Avid(TM) Film Composer(TM) system for motion picture
editing. For more information about the companyâs Oscar, Grammy(TM) and
Emmy award-winning products and services, visit www.avid.com.
(c) 2008 Avid Technology, Inc. All rights reserved. Product features,
specifications, system requirements, and availability are subject to
change without notice. Promotions and discounts are subject to
availability and change without notice. All prices are MSRP for U.S.
only and are subject to change without notice. Contact your local
reseller for prices outside the U.S. Avid, Digidesign, Film Composer,
M-Audio, Pinnacle Systems, Sibelius, Softimage, Sundance Digital, the
Pinnacle Pinwheel logo, Pinnacle PCTV, Dazzle, Pinnacle ShowCenter,
Pinnacle MobileMedia, and Pinnacle Studio are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Avid Technology, Inc. or its affiliates in the United
States and/or other countries. Oscar is a trademark and service mark
of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Emmy is a
registered trademark of ATAS/NATAS. Grammy is a trademark of the
National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, Inc. All other
trademarks contained herein are the property of their respective
owners.
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