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If you enjoy home movies, quickly and easily sharing videos on the web, flexible options for TV viewing, or carrying your digital media collection on the go, then Pinnacle and its solutions are right for you. Pinnacle Systems, Inc., a consumer division of Avid, helps consumers enjoy their digital media however they like -- with solutions covering video editing, TV tuners, mobile media and digital media adapters.

Founded in Mountain View, Calif., in 1986, Pinnacle continues to expand and strengthen its respected reputation for innovative, yet easy-to-use solutions.

In August 2005, Pinnacle Systems was acquired by Avid Technology, Inc., the world leader in tools for film, video, audio, 3D animation, gaming and broadcast professionals. Avid professional and consumer brands include Avid, Digidesign, M-Audio, Sibelius, Softimage, Sundance Digital and Pinnacle Systems. The vast majority of primetime television shows, feature films, commercials and chart-topping music hits are made using one or more Avid brands.

Today, Pinnacle Systems has over 13 million unique registered customers representing its entire product offering: its flagship Pinnacle Studio™ line, Dazzle®, Pinnacle PCTV™, Pinnacle ShowCenter™, Pinnacle Mobile Media™, and many others.

Pinnacle Quick Facts

Founded in 1986

Pioneer in consumer video capture and editing solutions

Over 13 million registered users

Acquired by Avid Technology, Inc. in August 2005

Solutions for: video editing, TV tuners, Video Transfer/Capture,Video and TV for Mac

Products include Pinnacle Studio™, the #1 consumer video editing solution worldwide and Pinnacle PCTV™, the #1 selling brand in TV viewing for PC

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