Posted by Rick Merrill on 11/28/05 22:33

punchfast wrote:
> Hey Rick,
>
> I found this article on:
> http://esupport.sony.com/perl/model-faq.pl?mdl=DCRTRV330
>
> note steps 4 & 5 indicate the hardware hook up is done with both OFF.
> +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
>
> How to connect a digital SONY camcorder to a computer using an i.LINK®
> connection (IEEE 1394).
>
>
> Follow this procedure to connect a digital camcorder to a computer using an
> i.LINK® connection (IEEE 1394).
>
> IMPORTANT: The computer must have an i.LINK® (IEEE 1394) port and compatible
> video capture software installed.
>
> NOTE: The i.LINK® ports may have four or six pin connections. Sony® digital
> camcorders use i.LINK® ports with four pins. Consult the computer or capture
> card manufacturer for the specifications of the i.LINK® port on the
> computer.
>
> 1.. Verify that the tape that is being used actually has video recorded on
> it, and that it is rewound.
> 2.. Connect the i.LINK® cable to the digital camcorder.
> 3.. Connect the other end of the i.LINK® cable to the computer.
> 4.. Turn on the computer.
> 5.. Turn on the digital camcorder.
> 6.. Start the video capture software on the computer.
> NOTE: Image capture should be available if the computer hardware and
> software are configured correctly. If image capture is not available,
> consult the computer or capture card manufacturer for assistance
>
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>
> hope it helps you.
>
> PF
>
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That should be very helpful.
1. - this step verifies that the tape is WRITABLE (i assume)
2&3 - seem like reasonable anti-static procedure (more or less)
4 - I'm surprized that it doesn't say 'wait 1 minute' !!
5 - that's logical!

Thanks,

RM

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