need help

ok is this the Camera ?


http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/Canon-ZR100-Camcorder-Review.htm

its what the comments say at the bottom that really concern me (but thats only me)

this is the official Canon site

also here is the Dell Dimension done by CNet

http://reviews.cnet.com/desktops/de...tium/4507-3118_7-31429803.html?tag=mncol;psum

if it can use USB or a card reader then you can take out the card from the recorder and use it in the computer

if you need more info just ask

DjDennis said:

ok is this the Camera ?
if it can use USB or a card reader then you can take out the card from the recorder and use it in the computer

if you need more info just ask

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hiredpower said:

It looks like you will HAVE to have a video card with a firewire port per Canon's FAQs.

Issue: Camcorder is not recognized when connected to the computer via USB

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Solution: The USB connection is for downloading still images from the memory card only.


The USB connection is for downloading still images from the memory card only. Video transfer via USB or other ports is not supported. To transfer video onto the computer an IEEE-1394 (Firewire) connection must be installed on the computer.
IEEE-1394 connections are built into many computers or may be added to most computers.

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You have to use firewire, the card reader is for STILL IMAGES ONLY.

Here ya go... 12.99 plus shipping from NewEgg

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16815124003

Even includes the 4pin to 6pin Firewire cord.

This should easily install into any open PCI slot in your computer as HiredPower suggested. It's very simple to do...

1. Unplug your Computer and open your case, find PCI slot (will match the card connector edge size)...

2. remove screw and cover plate to expose an open slot,

3. insert card and with evan presure push the card into the slot,

4. use the screw to secure to the back plate.

5. Plug computer back in and start up your system...

6. Follow the card manufatures installation instructions for the drivers....

Done... all that's left is to plug your camera in and use whatever software the camera manufacturer supplied for video transfer or use your own.