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The Pinnacle HD Stick series offers HDTV and Analog reception for your computer though the USB Port. All models feature Analog (NTSC) as well as HDTV (ATSC) reception as well as PVR (Time shifting) use. Having a USB interface makes them good selections for Laptops or home computers without much room internally.

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Pros:
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Analog support
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HDTV support
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Includes mini-hd antenna
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TV Listings (with Internet connection)
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Ultra has 2 Hours Flash Memory (on board)
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Integrated Flash Software for older/slower laptops
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Cons:
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USB 2.0 Only
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DivX is community codec
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Features by Model (note each model upgrade has the features of the previous model as well):

Base:

  • Analog TV (NTSC)  
  • HDTD (ATSC)  
  • PVR (Time Shifting, Pause, rewind, record live TV)  
  • MPG1 & MPG2

Pro:

  • Line Level capture (RCA SVideo)  
  • MPG4  
  • DivX  
  • PSP & iPod  
  • Remote Control

Ultra:  

  • ClearQAM  
  • Plug & Watch (software runs from stick / Low CPU Load)

 

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Key Features:

Capture Format / Codec MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4, DivX
Interface Type USB
Manufacturer Pinnacle
MSRP $79.99
Product Line PCTV
Tuner Type Digital, Analog Broadcast

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2 contributors -  Charon9, Omar
Created: 02/05/2008 - 5:31
Modified: 02/05/2008 - 9:37
Model # variations:

PCTV, HD, PCTVHD