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Pinnacle Systems, a leader in digital video solutions today announced ShowCenter 200, its latest digital media adapter.

Pinnacle ShowCenter 200 connects directly to a PC, or to a home network, and streams media files to any television or home entertainment system connected to the ShowCenter player. A complete solution that works with high-speed wired and wireless (802.11g) home networks, Pinnacle ShowCenter 200 includes the digital media adapter set-top box with a front panel USB port, a remote control, Ethernet and power cables, and easy-to-use media management software.

High Definition Video and Photo Support

ShowCenter 200 includes support for high definition video and photo, significantly enhancing their quality on televisions with HD capabilities. In addition, users can now view HD video in a variety of formats including WMV, .AVI, and .MPEGs files and enjoy high quality photos taken with mega-pixel digital still cameras.

Enjoy Online Video and Music Content

With ShowCenter 200 it will be possible to enjoy music and video throughout the home by streaming content via integrated wireless support. It offers an easy-to-use TV interface that gives remote control access to video, photo, music and TV files stored on the PC. Music lovers can take advantage of their Microsoft® Windows Media® 9 music downloads by streaming them from their PC and broadband users can listen to Internet SHOUTcast™ radio on their home audio system.

Powerful Media Management

Unlike competing products, ShowCenter 200 includes powerful media management software, Pinnacle MediaManager, which allows users to manage all photo, video and music files with ease. ShowCenter 200 easily supports large media file collections and includes integrated CD and DVD burning for archiving collections or sharing playlists. Using Pinnacle MediaManager, consumers can create playlists, import and export content and browse auto playlists including Top Rated and Most Played.

Easy Set-Up and Installation

A new, improved installation wizard makes it simple to install ShowCenter 200 and connect it to the PC via a wired Ethernet connection. The only product within its category to offer 'watched folders,' content can be imported from folders automatically, alerting the user when new media is found. With a simple TV interface and category organisation, the ShowCenter 200 provides intuitive navigation for selecting content with a remote control.

Control Personal Video Recording on your PC

Pinnacle ShowCenter 200 also allows consumers complete control of the PVR features via the PCTV tuner card that can be installed on the PC. Timeshifting allows users to view live television and pause, as well as to fast forward and replay programs. Integrated burning makes it easy to archive recorded content to CD and DVD.

Pricing and Availability
Pinnacle ShowCenter 200 carries an SRP of £199.99 inc VAT throughout the UK and is expected to be available from May at most major retailers, online resellers and through the Pinnacle e-store.

About Pinnacle Systems, Inc,

Pinnacle Systems provides broadcasters and consumers with cutting-edge digital media creation, storage, and play-back solutions for use at Home, at Work and on the Air. Pinnacle Systems' award winning digital media solutions are in use around the world for broadcast, video editing, DVD and CDR authoring and on the Internet. A recognized industry leader, the company has received nine prestigious Emmy Awards for its technical innovations and carries this commitment throughout all of its product lines. Pinnacle Systems may be reached at 01895 442003 or at www.pinnaclesys.com.