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Configuring Software for PC Connection

This camcorder can transfer still playback images in TAPE-VCR mode or still images in TAPE-CAMERA and CARD modes to a personal computer by using the Video Capture Software (only supplied with VL-NZ10).

System Requirements

IBM PC/AT or compatible with Intelb Pentiumb 133 MHz or faster processor

Microsoft Windowsb 95B, Windowsb 95C, Windowsb 98, Windowsb 98 Second Edition, Windowsb 2000 Professional*, or Windowsb Me operating system

32 MB or more of RAM

9 MB minimum of available hard-disk space

SVGA (800 K 600 pixels) colour display monitor with 16-bit colour or higher

CD-ROM drive (for installation)

RS-232C serial port

Mouse or other pointing device

*In the Windowsb 2000 Professional environment, only the system administrator has installation access rights.

Installing the Software

1Turn on the PC and start up Windows.

2Insert the CD-ROM of the Video Capture Software into the CD-ROM drive.

Connecting the camcorder to a Personal Computer

1Turn off the camcorder and PC.

2Connect the camcorder as shown below.

Before connecting the camcorder to the PC, make sure that the PC power is off to insure that images are transferred properly.

To RS-232C port (D-sub 9-pin port)

PC connecting cable

(only supplied with VL-NZ10)

To PC connection jack

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3Double click on the “My Computer” icon.

4Double click on the CD-ROM drive icon.

5Double click on the “Setup.exe” file.

6Follow the instructions as they appear on the PC monitor until the installation is complete.

7Restart the PC.

3Turn on the PC, then turn on the camcorder in the desired camcorder mode.

Notes:

It is recommended to use the AC adapter/battery charger as a power source for extended periods of use.

Images with the following functions cannot be transferred to a personal computer.

TAPE-VCR/CARD-VCR mode: Picture Effect Playback

TAPE-CAMERA/CARD-CAMERA mode: Digital Picture Effects

Using a commercially available PC card adapter, it is possible to directly transfer still images on a card to a PC (see page 79).

To edit still images transferred with the Video Capture Software, use a commercially available image editing software.

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