Pinnacle Systems Delivers Pinnacle Liquid Version 6.1 for Broadcast

Pinnacle Systems Delivers Pinnacle Liquid Version 6.1 for
Broadcast
Advanced SD/HD Editing System Delivers 'Frictionless' Broadcast Workflow 


MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., March 15  /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Pinnacle Systems(R),
Inc. (NASDAQ:PCLE), a leader in digital video solutions, announced the
availability of version 6.1 of its Pinnacle Liquid real-time standard
definition (SD) and high definition (HD) video editing systems for broadcast
environments.  Liquid version 6.1 marks the first release of the significantly
improved Liquid version 6 software in broadcast editing configurations. New
capabilities include true multi-stream native high definition editing,
format-independent real-time effects, integrated DVD authoring, advanced audio
tools, multi-cam support and a redesigned user interface.

With its unique integrated design, Liquid 6.1 delivers a frictionless broadcast
workflow that allows video to flow unhindered by format conversion or
time-consuming rendering steps -- enabling editors to focus on the creative
process. Several Liquid configurations optimized for broadcast environments are
now shipping as turnkey systems. A variety of analog and digital SD and HD I/O
options are available including the new chrome HD option with support for
uncompressed SD and HD through its SD/HD-SDI breakout box, as well as the blue
option with multi-speed SDTI capture, background capture and DVCPRO50 support.

"As with all of the video formats that Liquid supports, Liquid's native HD and
native HDV editing support means broadcasters can eliminate the time-consuming
and quality-deteriorating transcoding required by other systems," said Matt
Danilowicz, vice president and general manager, Broadcast at Pinnacle Systems.
"With Liquid version 6.1, broadcast customers can benefit from a frictionless
workflow where multiple streams of video and powerful real-time capabilities
yield more efficient results."

  Liquid version 6.1 provides broadcasters with:

   -- Full SD and HD support -- Liquid's SmartEDIT technology supports
      multiple video formats, frame rates and resolutions simultaneously
      within a single timeline, including native HDV, MPEG-2 IBP, MPEG-2
      I-frame and uncompressed editing, all with real-time capture and
      playback. Liquid includes full support for Panasonic P2 and Sony
      XDCAM, as well as comprehensive control for all shipping Sony HDV
      cameras, decks and devices. Liquid's real-time preview allows users to
      see all formats, including HDV, directly on their computer monitor.

   -- Thousands of real-time SD and HD effects -- Liquid's SmartRT
      technology leverages the power of a computer's CPU and GPU to deliver
      advanced, resolution-independent real-time effects, eliminating the
      need for costly and quickly outdated proprietary hardware
      acceleration.

   -- Powerful, open design -- Liquid's open design facilitates integration
      into new and existing infrastructures and workflows. Liquid supports
      industry standards, including MXF and XML metadata exchange, shared
      network projects with built-in instant messaging and a variety of
      network storage configurations.

   -- Enhanced audio tools -- Liquid includes a new audio processing engine
      that provides a sophisticated audio mixer, support for full surround
      sound, support for VST plug-ins and new effects such as audio time
      warp.

   -- New user interface -- Liquid's redesigned user interface includes
      Windows-standard menus and simple import and export wizards. Liquid's
      single-application design integrates the entire editing process,
      including video editing and compositing, audio editing, titling and
      DVD authoring, eliminating the need for users to spend time learning
      additional external software applications and moving content between
      them.



Upgrade pricing is available for previous versions of Liquid as well as select
competitive products. For more information, please contact your local Pinnacle
authorized reseller or visit http://www.pinnaclesys.com/Broadcast.

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 650-526-1600 or at http://www.pinnaclesys.com/.

NOTE:  Pinnacle Systems and Pinnacle Liquid are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Pinnacle Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the United States
and other countries.  All other trademarks are the property of their respective
owners. 

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