How to transfer video from my JVC GR-D270U tapes, onto my Mac then onto DVD?

Question

I really want to keep my video on DVD but i don't know how.

I have a JVC GR-D270U Video Camera that takes Mini Dv Tapes. I have A MacBook and some blank DVD's. But how do I get the video off the tape and onto my Mac?

Please help.....

Answer 1

You need a firewire connection.

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.