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I recently purchased a Canon Optura60. This is my first mini dv camcorder and am hoping for some advice on tricks of the trade, converting to dvd, and any other tips on what accessories i really need, etc. I am running xP Pro on my laptop. Thanks!!
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And I really like it.
I really don't think you'll need much except an extra battery and a firewire cable to get video to the PC. I use a Mac so all the software I need is included; iPhoto, iMovie, iDVD.
Thanks Tom,
Should i use firewire instead of the included usb? Also, I did realize i need an extra battery and ordered the larger capacity BP-2l14 along with a wall charger. Have not really recorded anything serious yet but like what i see so far! Anyway, please advise on the firewire and thanks for the input.
Brian
Here is a link with good info. John
http://www.timwerx.net/odds/pcfile.htm
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