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Connection To A Personal Computer

This camcorder can transfer still images to a PC by using the provided software when connected as shown in the illustration. It is also possible to transfer still images to a PC with a DV connector-equipped capture board installed.

1 Make sure the camcorder and PC are turned off.

2 Connect the camcorder to your PC using the appropriate cable as shown in the illustration.

3 Turn the camcorder’s Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch and turn on the PC.

NOTES:

It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/

Charger as the power supply instead of the battery pack (  pg. 7).

Never connect the PC connection cable and the DV cable simultaneously to the camcorder. Connect only the cable you wish to use to the camcorder.

The date/time information cannot be captured into the PC.

Refer to the instruction manuals of the provided Software.

Also refer to the manufacturer’s instruction manual for the DV connector-equipped capture board.

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Technicolor - Thomson VMD 6 user manual Connection To a Personal Computer, Make sure the camcorder and PC are turned off

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