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How do I transfer a MiniDV tape to a computer?

How can i transfer movie from my minidv tape to the computer?

  • i'm getting ready to record a tiny show this saturday. i'm wonderring if i can just record the video onto the tape and then later transfer it to the computer or not. can i just use a IFC-400PCU? or do i have to purchase the ieee wire? is there a memory card that is big enough to fit a 15 mminimovie in it? tmy videocamera model # is dcr-hc30 can someone please help me, i've been trying to edit the movie for so long helpppppppppppppppppppppp

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    With a bigger capacity memory stick pro duo (probably 500mb), video recording can be done on mpeg... but not quite good for editing. http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/sony-dcr-hc30-camcorder-review.htm# It 'might' be possible to upload DV video to a pc using IFC-400PCU, a canon usb interface cable, if the OS is XP. With Vista, firewire is required. Normally, firewire is best for DV upload. 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/ To Alysa B, you'll have to rip your miniDVD disc .vob (video) files thru Handbrake to common file formats...avi or .wmv if you'd wish to edit thru wmmaker.

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If you have a mini dv (cassette) camcorder…. Your dv camcorder needs a firewire connection (ieee 1394) in order to download video, your PC probably did not come with a firewire port, so you will have to buy one and install it, since most computers (except possibly brand new) don't come with a firewire port, your camcorder did not come with a firewire cord so you have to purchase a cord too. Your camcorder did come with a USB cord and that is used for downloading stills from your camcorder. Make sure your camera is in playback mode. The fine print in your manual makes reference to firewire (ieee 1394) connection.

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i'm having a similar problem. they create video cams w/ small discs so there must be a way to get the vids onto the comp. lemme know when you find out.

Alysa B

AVS Video Capture - DV Video Converter Transfer video from DV and VHS cams to hard drive and create home video DVDs. Capture video from WEB cameras. Encode video directly to MPEG-2 instead of native hardware uncompressed video format and save free space on your computer. http://www.mp4kits.com/Converter/Video/dv_video_converter/

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