File Backup on a Macintosh®

You can back up camcorder files onto your computer.

System Requirements

Hardware:

Macintosh must be standard equipped with USB 2.0 port

OS:

Mac OS X (v10.3.9, v10.4.2 to v10.4.11, v10.5.1 to v10.5.2)

Connecting the Camcorder to the Macintosh

Preparation:

Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder.

DC Jack

USB Jack

USB Cable

AC Adapter

To AC Outlet

USB Port

Do not use an extension USB cable.

When you copy files from the computer to the SD card on the camcorder, do not include any other files than those recorded with the camcorder.

Do not delete, move, or rename the files and folders in the camcorder from the computer.

It is recommended to use the AC Adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack.

LWhen you have finished operation Always follow the procedures below when disconnecting the camcorder, or turning the power of the camcorder/computer off. Failing to do so may cause damage to the camcorder and computer.

1)Drag & drop the SD card icon on the desktop into the [Trash] icon.

If the confirmation message appears, click [OK].

2)Confirm that the access/charge lamp on the camcorder does not light or blink.

If the access/charge lamp lights or blinks, wait until it is turned off before proceeding.

3)Disconnect the USB cable.

4)Turn off the camcorder and computer.

ENGLISH

NOTES

Never disconnect the USB cable while the access/charge lamp on the camcorder lights or blinks.

Do not turn off the camcorder when the USB cable is connected, to prevent malfunctions of the PC.

Connect the camcorder directly to the computer, not through a hub.

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