Download PCLESampleGrabber.ax and Fix Errors

Last Updated: 12/11/2023
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PCLESampleGrabber.ax is considered a type of Pinnacle Sample Grabber file. It is most-commonly used in Pinnacle Studio developed by Pinnacle Systems Inc.. It uses the AX file extension and is considered a Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file.

PCLESampleGrabber.ax was first developed on 05/13/2008 for the Windows 10 Operating System in Pinnacle Video Spin 1.1.2.542. This is the most recent release date from Pinnacle Systems Inc., according to our records.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple AX file troubleshooting, and list of free PCLESampleGrabber.ax downloads for each available file version.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: PCLESampleGrabber.ax
File Extension: AX file extension
Description: Pinnacle Sample Grabber
Object File Type: Dynamic link library
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: Pinnacle Systems, Inc.
Software Program: Pinnacle Studio
Legal Copyright: Copyright (C) 2004 Pinnacle Systems, Inc.
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x1aab0
Code Size: 118784


What are PCLESampleGrabber.ax Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library PCLESampleGrabber.ax Errors

PCLESampleGrabber.ax is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like PCLESampleGrabber.ax, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like MpSigStub.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. Pinnacle Video Spin) could share the same PCLESampleGrabber.ax file, saving valuable memory allocation, therefore making your computer run more efficiently.

Unfortunately, what makes DLL files so convenient and efficient, also makes them extremely vulnerable to problems. If something happens to a shared AX file, either it goes missing or gets corrupted in some way, it can generate a "runtime" error message. Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these errors are triggered when PCLESampleGrabber.ax is attempted to be loaded either when Pinnacle Video Spin is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common PCLESampleGrabber.ax errors include:

Your PCLESampleGrabber.ax file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Pinnacle Video Spin), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, PCLESampleGrabber.ax file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Pinnacle Video Spin, system crash while loading PCLESampleGrabber.ax, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or quite commonly, a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix PCLESampleGrabber.ax Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your PCLESampleGrabber.ax issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.


Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click System Restore.
  4. Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
  5. Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
  6. Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the PCLESampleGrabber.ax error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Pinnacle Video Spin (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Pinnacle Video Spin software.

You can uninstall Pinnacle Video Spin software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for Pinnacle Video Spin 1.1.2.542 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Pinnacle Video Spin software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

Pinnacle Video Spin 1.1.2.542

Pinnacle Systems Inc.

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many PCLESampleGrabber.ax error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
  4. If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
  5. After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the PCLESampleGrabber.ax error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your PCLESampleGrabber.ax File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate PCLESampleGrabber.ax file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free PCLESampleGrabber.ax files for every applicable version of Pinnacle Video Spin. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download PCLESampleGrabber.ax Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Pinnacle Video Spin folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Pinnacle\VideoSpin\Programs\
  4. Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve PCLESampleGrabber.ax problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.



Download PCLESampleGrabber.ax Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying PCLESampleGrabber.ax to your appropriate Windows system directory. Pinnacle Systems Inc. typically does not release Pinnacle Video Spin AX files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing PCLESampleGrabber.ax and all other AX files for Pinnacle Video Spin. An incorrectly installed AX file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows 10


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PcleAudioCodec.ax PcleAudioCodec - AudioCodec PcleAudioCodec (1.0.145.00) 204800 C:\Windows\System32\SleepStudy\
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PCLESampleSink.ax Pinnacle Sample Sink Filter Pinnacle Studio (10.0.0.0) 131072 C:\Windows\System32\SleepStudy\
PCLESampleGrabber.ax Pinnacle Sample Grabber Pinnacle Studio (10, 0, 0, 0) 200704 C:\Windows\System32\SleepStudy\

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WmiApRpl.ini Windows Initialization Pinnacle Video Spin 1.1.2.542 29736 C:\Windows\inf\WmiApRpl\0009\
WmiApRpl.h C/C++/Objective-C Header Pinnacle Video Spin 1.1.2.542 3444 C:\Windows\System32\wbem\Performance\
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