I recently ordered this online for $30.00 hopefully this works if not I am officially done with Sony camcorders
1M USB 2.0 A Male to IEEE 1394 4 Pin Firewire Cable
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Description:
High performance USB 2.0 A Male to IEEE Firewire 1394 4 Pin Cable.
The USB IEEE 1394 Cable enables simple, low-cost, high-bandwidth isochronous (real-time) data interfacing between computers, peripherals, and consumer electronics products such as camcorders, VCRs, printers, PCs, TVs, and digital cameras.
This 4 Pin IEEE 1394 Cable is fully firewire and i.link compatible.
Supports IEEE 1394 transfer rates of 100/200/400 Mbits.
Molded strain relief enhances durability of cable against stress.
USB to Firewire Cable support plug and play.
Cable Length: ~1 Meter
Weight: 37g
Package Included:
1 x USB to 1394 Cable
Saturday, March 27, 2010
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Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Computer wont recognize connection to Sony Handycam DCR-HC28 here is a possible solution
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How to resolve if the computer does not recognize the USB connection from a Sony camcorder?
Question:
The computer does not recognize the USB connection from a Sony camcorder.
Answer:
Follow the steps below to troubleshoot this issue:
IMPORTANT:
Some computer operating systems may required you to be logged on as an Administrator or with administrator rights.
If the computer you are using is connected to a network, it may be necessary to temporarily disable the network connection or connect the camcorder to another computer that is not on a network.
Ensure the USB cable is connected properly to the camcorder.
Ensure the other end of the USB cable is connected directly to the USB port on the computer.
NOTE: Connection through a USB hub is not supported.
Disconnect any other USB devices (except for the mouse and keyboard) from the computer.
Turn off the camcorder for 30 seconds.
After 30 seconds, turn the camcorder on again.
IMPORTANT:
If you have a camcorder with USB Streaming capability, you may also need to turn on the USB Streaming feature in the camcorder menu. However, not all camcorders with a USB connection support USB Streaming.
After being turned on, some camcorder models require you to select USB CONNECT or COMPUTER on the LCD screen.
If necessary, consult the instruction manual of your camcorder for further information. Manuals are available online, please click here.
If the issue is not resolved, restart the computer.
If the issue is still not resolved after restarting the computer, try connecting the USB cable to another USB port on the computer.
If the issue is still not resolved, try uninstalling and reinstalling the USB driver.
If the issue is still not resolved, it may be necessary to replace the USB cable.
The troubleshooting steps listed above should resolve your issue. If you have completed all of the steps and the issue is not resolved, then it is recommended you try connecting the camcorder to another computer. If the issue does not occur with another computer, then the USB ports on the first computer may not be configured properly or software may be installed that is interfering with the connection. In these situations, you may need to contact your computer manufacturer.
How to resolve if the computer does not recognize the USB connection from a Sony camcorder?
Question:
The computer does not recognize the USB connection from a Sony camcorder.
Answer:
Follow the steps below to troubleshoot this issue:
IMPORTANT:
Some computer operating systems may required you to be logged on as an Administrator or with administrator rights.
If the computer you are using is connected to a network, it may be necessary to temporarily disable the network connection or connect the camcorder to another computer that is not on a network.
Ensure the USB cable is connected properly to the camcorder.
Ensure the other end of the USB cable is connected directly to the USB port on the computer.
NOTE: Connection through a USB hub is not supported.
Disconnect any other USB devices (except for the mouse and keyboard) from the computer.
Turn off the camcorder for 30 seconds.
After 30 seconds, turn the camcorder on again.
IMPORTANT:
If you have a camcorder with USB Streaming capability, you may also need to turn on the USB Streaming feature in the camcorder menu. However, not all camcorders with a USB connection support USB Streaming.
After being turned on, some camcorder models require you to select USB CONNECT or COMPUTER on the LCD screen.
If necessary, consult the instruction manual of your camcorder for further information. Manuals are available online, please click here.
If the issue is not resolved, restart the computer.
If the issue is still not resolved after restarting the computer, try connecting the USB cable to another USB port on the computer.
If the issue is still not resolved, try uninstalling and reinstalling the USB driver.
If the issue is still not resolved, it may be necessary to replace the USB cable.
The troubleshooting steps listed above should resolve your issue. If you have completed all of the steps and the issue is not resolved, then it is recommended you try connecting the camcorder to another computer. If the issue does not occur with another computer, then the USB ports on the first computer may not be configured properly or software may be installed that is interfering with the connection. In these situations, you may need to contact your computer manufacturer.
Monday, March 1, 2010
Still no luck with DCR-HC28
I downloaded picture movie browser from the Sony Asia Pacific website but at the end of the download it said Sony Picture Utility cannot be installed so it looks like I'm screwed for now. Been reading researching every blog on the net but it looks like this handycam isn’t compatible with windows xp start up edition but my computer has the actual windows windows xp built into it so why isn’t it recognizing it? May be its a problem with the camera who knows but it looks like I wont be doing any editing anytime soon I hate waiting especially when I am burning with creativity. I'm going to upload ALL of my Cannes Film Festival photos to facebook tonight I feel they've been locked away on zip disk far too long time to share them with the world. Today I road my bike all the way to Long Beach Borders bookstore because they have the best WIFI just irritated by these technical delays in progress.
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
My Sony Handycam DCR-HC28 wont digitize my mini dv tapes arrrghhh!
This is frustrating beyond words… a month ago I purchased a used Sony Handycam from a pawn shop in Long Beach for $130.00 figuring I got a deal but it looks like I may have bought a lemon. I quickly found out I needed to by a Sony ilink cable (VMC-IL4415 4 pin to 4 pin) a firewire hub and a digital key (F-M 6 Pin) in order to connect to my computer. I go on Amazon and newegg place the orders and a few days later I get the equipment and guess what... my laptop doesn’t even recognize the camera. I've searched the net for a driver for my device downloaded one but my camera still doesn’t work.
At this point I think it may be my version of Windows XP that came with my Acer laptop but who knows the bottom line is I have a killer documentary still in pieces and I'm going to have to figure out how I'm going to get this turkey to work.
I don’t want to invest anymore money but that may unfortunitly happen because I'm already in too deep. I plan to get with a buddy of mine and see if the camera works with his laptop but if not then I wasted some precious dinero. I hope I don’t have to buy the latest version of Windows XP which I noticed is retailing for almost $200.00 this movie game is quite costly.
At this point I think it may be my version of Windows XP that came with my Acer laptop but who knows the bottom line is I have a killer documentary still in pieces and I'm going to have to figure out how I'm going to get this turkey to work.
I don’t want to invest anymore money but that may unfortunitly happen because I'm already in too deep. I plan to get with a buddy of mine and see if the camera works with his laptop but if not then I wasted some precious dinero. I hope I don’t have to buy the latest version of Windows XP which I noticed is retailing for almost $200.00 this movie game is quite costly.
Monday, February 22, 2010
The hard road of an artist
Today was a rough one, it rained most of the day at work (I work outdoors at LAX) As I rushed up the jet bridge, pushed my way pass boarding passengers I asked myself the question is this worth it? I'm supposed to say yes of course because I'm making real steps towards the life-long dream of becoming a professional filmmaker. But having been at this for at least a year now I'm begining to question my approach. Until I moved to LA the idea of living in this city interested me because there was the unknown a since of adventure, living somewhere I've never lived before was too much to pass up... what did it cost me? A girlfriend (potential mother of my children) friends comfort in the familiar. I remember the harsh critism and disection of my plan to move to LA. It made me feel that people wanted to see me fail but my ego wouldnt let that happen, give people the satisfaction of seeing me on my face...well I proved them wrong but why am I still fueling aircraft at LAX shouldnt I be working on a movie set somewhere?
I found it dosent work like that in SoCal. I got to make a name for myself in the streets create a fan base eager to see my work---- I've grown as an artist learned a thing or two about showmanship while hanging out in Hollywood but like all those dreamers in Hollywood longing to get a their time in the spotlight I learned it takes allot of physical and emotional suffering to come up in this world... a world concerned with sapping you of your best years before rushing you into a nursing home.
Still the ideas in my head continue to fight to get out be free live in the real world even if I dont have the means to clearly express them. My real fear is that one day I'll wake up at age 50 and still alone with the ideas in my head still trying to get out, at what point do I say enough is enough and settle down and have a family---dont know I think I'm destined to live my life as a tortured artist. My life in LA is a thousand times better than it was in snowy Detroit, MI but if I was ever to move back to Michigan away from the endless possiblites of Hollywood I would feel that I didnt give it my all and that is worse than not chasing my dream.
I found it dosent work like that in SoCal. I got to make a name for myself in the streets create a fan base eager to see my work---- I've grown as an artist learned a thing or two about showmanship while hanging out in Hollywood but like all those dreamers in Hollywood longing to get a their time in the spotlight I learned it takes allot of physical and emotional suffering to come up in this world... a world concerned with sapping you of your best years before rushing you into a nursing home.
Still the ideas in my head continue to fight to get out be free live in the real world even if I dont have the means to clearly express them. My real fear is that one day I'll wake up at age 50 and still alone with the ideas in my head still trying to get out, at what point do I say enough is enough and settle down and have a family---dont know I think I'm destined to live my life as a tortured artist. My life in LA is a thousand times better than it was in snowy Detroit, MI but if I was ever to move back to Michigan away from the endless possiblites of Hollywood I would feel that I didnt give it my all and that is worse than not chasing my dream.
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