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i was wondering how to get videos on my computer.someone help? - Alan Peralta I have a JVC Mini DV Camcorder/Video Camera and i dont know how yo get videos on my computer i have a usb cable but i dont know what to do . so if anybody can help plzz do.

Best Answer: a miniDV vcam must be FIREWIRE400**-connected to pc to upload video thru video capture or video editing* software while vcam is ON PLAYBACK. Note: DV or Firewire port of vcam is 4pin. Before cable purchase** (Vcam/4pin=>firewireCABLE=>PC (4/ 6pin?), check pc for DV or firewire port, whether 4 or 6 pin. If none, install firewire card: pci for pc or pcmcia for laptop. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Firewire for starters, free Windows Movie Maker* (XP-wmm2 & Vista-wmm6) provides simple & easy way to learn the ropes < click help for details>. Upgrade to intermediate video editing applications accdg. to need & skill level http://video-editing-software-review.toptenreviews.com/ video editing process- XP/wmm2 >>> open wmm- start/all programs/wmm->TASK pane 1. Capture video stream** - editing software remotely controls vcam operations 2. Edit- drag/drop video files->timeline & enhance w/effects, transition, music & titles 3. Finish (render)- save Movie file, also save Project*** .msmmw file 4. Share-burn to CD (if DvD, use DvD authoring app, e.g.,DvD Flick, Nero, etc.) For Vista/wmm6, t’is similar: Import/ Edit/ Publish/ WindowsDVD or Nero for authoring - TiddiVisual

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