I have a Sony DCR-HC26 Camcorder DV takes little Casette How can i upload to computer I dont have CD?

Question

I have This Camcorder But mom lost the CD And When i plug it into Computer nothing comes up But when i go into camera and go to Burn video It connects to computer And it says Must download software? Could Anyone give me a link To where I can Download the software online? or help with how i do it?

Answer 1

Your camcorder is a miniDV camcorder.  You need to connect it via Firewire to the computer.  You can then use Windows Movie Maker or iMovie to capture the video to your computer.  The video can then be edited and saved as a movie.  As long as you already have the appropriate firewire cord (there are only 2 to choose from), you will have everything you need.

Answer 2

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.

You don't need the software that came with the camcorder, you can use Windows movie maker, but I find it sadly lacking. Look for a good editing software. I use pinacle studio 11 plus, look for something comparable.