Re: A simple question about video capture


"Saikat" <bsaikat@xxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> Hi,
> I am very new in this area. I have a basic question, I have got a
> computer with Fireware port and have got a Sony Hi8 Camcorder. I need
> to transfer my analog signals to my camcoder so that I can record those
> in VCD/DVD. In order to do this what I requre to have please suggest.
> FYI I can spent $100 for this purpose.

I think you might not recognize the 1394 - Firewire port on your Sony.
Assuming you've got the model correct, it's a Digital 8, not a Hi-8. Many of
the Sony Digital8's are backward compatible with analog 8/Hi8 tapes, as well
as recording/playing Digital with Video8/Hi8 tapes .

However, be aware that the Firewire port on the camcorder is a 4-pin, which
is skinnier than the 6-pin, which is likely what's going to be on a Firewire
card on the computer. 4 pin into 6-pin cables are readily available. I got
one for $10 at Cheap Guys computers. I've seen them for $30 at Office Depot.


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