Pinnacle PCTV nanoStick

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Apr, 2024

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Expert review by (goodgearguide.com.au)

Pinnacle PCTV nanoStick

Ultra-compact design, TimeShift functionality, record video directly to DVD, inbuilt editing software, good picture quality (in optimum conditions)

Erratic navigation software, ineffective rod antenna

The Pinnacle PCTV nanoStick is not without its quirks, but it remains a fairly decent tuner for the asking price. In optimum conditions it will not disappoint, with the included features boosting its value considerably.

Aug, 2008

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Expert review by (itreviews.co.uk)

Pinnacle - PCTV nanoStick

There is something very alluring about the prospect of watching TV on your computer. The advent of catch-up services like the BBC's iPlayer has fostered the idea, but the BBC is only part of the picture ...

It is a real shame that the quickstart guide's instructions failed us. Inexperienced users might easily fall at this first hurdle and not think of installing the software from CD. However, once we were over that problem, reception was good and the...

Dec, 2008

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Expert review by : Jan Birkeland (pcworld.co.nz)

New Zealand PC World Magazine > Pinnacle PCTV nanoStick

TV tuners are turning up in every size, shape and configuration these days, and a lot of them are relatively cheap. Pinnacle's version belongs in the low cost group, but sets itself apart from the competition with some good features and easy...

Installation was a breeze, simply install the bundled software, attach the nanoStick and antenna and the device begins to scan for channels. We found the software to be a little unstable at times, and we encountered some random crashes. As always,...

Oct, 2008

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