How to connect my camcorder to my PC?

I have Panasonic Camcorder NV DS29. How to connect my camcorder to my PC?

• I lost the software CD for this Camcorder so what shoud I do to bring videos to my PC? Thanks a lot.

• Answer:

  Normally, device drivers are bundled with the OS - XP/Vista NV DS29, a miniDV vcam, must be DV~Firewire400**-connected to computer to upload video thru video editing* or capture application while vcam is ON PLAYBACK. Most (digital) tape vcams have 4-pin DV ports; before cable purchase** check pc or mac for DV port {VCAM@4-pin=>firewireCABLE=>PC@4/ 6-pin?}. If none, install firewire card: pci for desktop or pcmcia / express for laptop. ~ http://h71036.www7.hp.com/hho/cache/315100-0-0-225-121.html ~ http://computers.shop.ebay.com/?_from=R40&_npmv=3&_trksid=m38.l1311&_nkw=firewire+card&_sacat=58058 Entry-level Movie Maker* (free w/ Vista/wmm6 & XP/wmm2) is simple & easy to learn. ~ http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/moviemaker/default.mspx ~ see tutorials: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/moviemaker/create/1stmovie.mspx Upgrade to intermediate (or advanced) video editing apps accdg. to need & skill level ~ http://video-editing-software-review.toptenreviews.com/ video editing process- Vista/Wmm6 >>> open wmm- start/all programs/wmm->TASK pane 1. Import video stream**-editing app remotely controls vcam; import pics & music 2. Edit- drag/drop video files->timeline & enhance w/effects, transition, music & titles 3. Publish (render)- save Movie (OK for youTube), also, save Project.msmmw file >>>Share: use DvD authoring app (DvD Maker; Nero; DvD Flick, etc)->burn to DvD ~ http://www.windowsdvdmaker.com/guides/Beginner/