Welcome to Pinnacle Studio version 11! The Pinnacle Studio version 11 family represents the most innovative consumer video editing software, harnessing the power of the latest technologies from HD, Windows Vista, Hi-Fi Audio and Web Sharing. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced video enthusiast, if you are seeking a full solution without compromising ease of use, there is a Pinnacle Studio solution just for you!

Designed to make the first video experience a truly positive one, the Pinnacle Studio Plus Educational Edition features Pinnacle Studio Plus version 11, the award-winning, leading consumer video-editing software, and a "green sheet" that students can use to bring the entire world to their video canvas.

Pinnacle Studio Plus version 11 software features include:
• New - Windows Vista Compatibility
The perfect companion to the new Windows Vista operating system, Pinnacle Studio version 11 provides full compatibility and a sleek look while it offers complete video editing tools to do more with home video content.
• New User Interface
Pinnacle Studio's interface is scalable, making it perfect for working on widescreen monitors or adjusting the windows to get close to the task at hand while keeping all the tools at your fingertips.
• New - Scorefitter Music Generator
Automatically generate soundtracks, now with 40 source tracks, which include greater variation and 48k audio samples for higher fidelity and increased accuracy than previous solutions.
• New - Simplified Web Publishing
Anticipating people's desire to share their video creations on the Web, Pinnacle Studio makes Web publishing automatic. Users can now post their movies publicly on Yahoo! Videos or privately with just a few simple clicks.
• New - Improved Speed and Performance:
Pinnacle Studio Plus now installs faster and exports files of any type at speeds double those previously possible.
• New - HD Capture, Editing and Disc Burning
A complete HD workflow with HD DVD authoring on standard DVD media - Pinnacle Studio Plus edits native HDV or AVCHD footage and then authors HD DVD format discs that will play on the latest HD players. You can even combine projects that mix SDV, HDV and photos that are then "up-sampled" to HD resolution.
• New - Now with cutting-edge AVCHD capabilities
Pinnacle Studio Plus users can now import and edit the latest HD format, projected to become the primary HDV format for Camcorder leaders like Panasonic and Sony, allowing for more HDV content in half the space.
• One-Click Documentaries:
Creating your own documentary on a historical event is a snap with our SmartMovie tool. Simply choose a video, music track and preset movie style, and Studio Plus does the rest.
• Chroma Key:
A "green screen" tool like your local TV weatherman uses lets you combine two video clips so you can superimpose yourself onto any video scene-now your students can go anywhere in the universe!
• Pan-and-Zoom:
Bring still photos to life. Your kids can create animated slide show movies from pictures taken in class, on field trips-whatever inspires them.
• Expert Title Effects:
Add polish to your pieces with easy-to-create, Hollywood-style title effects, including drop shadows and neon glows.
• Integrated CD and DVD Creation:
Create video CDs and DVDs that students can share with their friends and family.
• Hundreds of Special Effects:
Add humor or excitement to your story with amazing effects, such as Slow and Fast Motion, Old Film and Lens Flare-perfect for assemblies, pep rallies, football games and more.
• Easy Drag-and-Drop:
Move and reposition videos, photos, titles, music and more using simple drag-and-drop mode.
• More Power, Effects and Options:
Studio Plus version 11 brings added power, a larger effects palette and expanded distribution options. You can take all of your blockbuster creations anywhere with seamless one click export to your Apple iPod, Sony PSP and favorite DivX consumer device.