Pinnacle Systems, the consumer division of Avid Technology, Inc., has introduced the PCTV HD Stick for anytime, anywhere television watching from a personal computer.
The key-size device allows the user to view live TV on their PC with pause, rewind, fast-forward and time-shifting functionality.
The PCTV HD Stick, an ultra-compact USB 2.0 powered TV tuner, brings the brilliant sharpness of HDTV to a PC via ATS, the new digital TV standard. The stick also offers Pinnacle TVCenter Pro Software, Windows Vista and even enables users to use Window Media Center.
“The PC is no longer just a device to create and store information. It has become an entertainment center for many consumers. The PCTV HD Stick, a device about the size of a key, instantly turns a PC into a personal video recorder. Consumers can enjoy TiVo-like television features on their computer at home or on the road. We are excited to now offer two models of this great product,†said Jeff Hastings, general manager for Pinnacle Systems.
The ATS comes over-the-air and for free in high or standard definition at no subscription fees. In addition to ATSC, standard analog TV (NTSC) can be received via cable or antenna.
The PCTV HD Stick suggested retail price is $99.99.
