How do I connect my Samsung SCL700 camcorder to my computer??

Question

I have a Samsung SCL700 HI8 camcorder with digital zoom. There is no USB port, only a round 5 or 6 pin port that says "video." I've looked for cables, but only find USB...are there cables out there like what I speak of, that have the round end and the USB (computer) end as well - or do I need to find an adapter, if they even make one?

I use this camera for my paranormal research team, and it's important for me to be able to upload video to my pc...

Answer 1

Hi8 is analog. There won't be any USB or firewire port.

You need an analog/digital bridge like those from Pinnacle (Dazzle) or Canopus. Or a TV card in your computer that allows RCA jacks to connect (Yellow-video; Red-right audio; White-left audio - for stereo... bight just be a single black RCA jack for mono-audio) for composite video in and audio in...