XL1S problem, please help at DVinfo.net

Glen Evans · January 10th, 2003, 07:33 AM

Hi forum,

I have just bought an xl1s "kit" with the camera and trimmings etc.

1. How do I get this thing linked to my computer?

2. What editing software should I use (on a budget)

Please please help!

Thanks

Jeff Donald · January 10th, 2003, 07:48 AM

The camera connects to a computer through FireWire (same as IEEE1394, and Sony iLink). The FireWire connection is on the right hand side, behind the grip. Gently lift the cover between the grip and the cassette door, at the top is the connection labeled DV IN/OUT. If you editing on a Mac your in luck because FireWire ports are standard and no additional hardware is needed. If you on a PC you might have to purchase a FireWire/1394 card to fit in a PCI slot. this will require you taking the computer cover off and installing the card. If that is not your area of expertise, the store where you purchase the card will install it for you for a fee.

Many of the FireWire cards come with editing software. If not yo may need to purchase software. If you have a Mac it came with iMovie which is great for starters. You may also need to purchase a FireWire cable. The cable you need will be a 4 pin to 6 pin cable. If it's still not clear, post back with more details and I cam be more specific.

Jeff

Zac Stein · January 10th, 2003, 08:07 AM

Jeff,

Do macs come with a standard tv out as well to view work on a tv monitor while editing?

zac

Jeff Donald · January 10th, 2003, 08:18 AM

The iMacs and iBooks do not. The new G4 Towers and Power Books have an S-Video out that can be used as another monitor. There is software that will send the signal over FireWire at the same time also.

Jeff

Tim Joseph · January 11th, 2003, 07:26 PM

Also, once you get your firewire set up its easy from there. I have Win XP and was concerned because the camera didn't come with any software. As soon as i plugged in the the firewire and turned the camera on Windows "found new hardware: Canon XL-1s". Pretty nice! From there, any editing software should be able to import the video from the camera.

Peter Wiley · January 12th, 2003, 08:12 AM

The newer iBooks do indeed have video out.

There are two adapters from Apple, one is S-video out, the other is VGA. The VGA adapter comes with new iBooks.

Jeff Donald · January 12th, 2003, 08:20 AM

Thanks for the correction, much appreciated.

Jeff

January 10th, 2003, 07:33 AM	#1
Glen Evans New Boot Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Jersey, UK Posts: 13	XL1S problem, please help Hi forum, I have just bought an xl1s "kit" with the camera and trimmings etc. 1. How do I get this thing linked to my computer? 2. What editing software should I use (on a budget) Please please help! Thanks __________________ Glen Evans, Author. Recent short work. "How to get a Genuine College Degree in 5 days" download it FREE at http://www.ebookdata.com

January 11th, 2003, 07:26 PM	#5
Tim Joseph Regular Crew Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Winter Park, FL Posts: 35	Also, once you get your firewire set up its easy from there. I have Win XP and was concerned because the camera didn't come with any software. As soon as i plugged in the the firewire and turned the camera on Windows "found new hardware: Canon XL-1s". Pretty nice! From there, any editing software should be able to import the video from the camera. __________________ =================== Scheezo Have Camera, Will Travel-

January 12th, 2003, 08:12 AM	#6
Peter Wiley Major Player Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Lewisburg PA Posts: 752	iBooks and video out The newer iBooks do indeed have video out. There are two adapters from Apple, one is S-video out, the other is VGA. The VGA adapter comes with new iBooks.

January 10th, 2003, 07:48 AM	#2
Jeff Donald Warden Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 8,287	The camera connects to a computer through FireWire (same as IEEE1394, and Sony iLink). The FireWire connection is on the right hand side, behind the grip. Gently lift the cover between the grip and the cassette door, at the top is the connection labeled DV IN/OUT. If you editing on a Mac your in luck because FireWire ports are standard and no additional hardware is needed. If you on a PC you might have to purchase a FireWire/1394 card to fit in a PCI slot. this will require you taking the computer cover off and installing the card. If that is not your area of expertise, the store where you purchase the card will install it for you for a fee. Many of the FireWire cards come with editing software. If not yo may need to purchase software. If you have a Mac it came with iMovie which is great for starters. You may also need to purchase a FireWire cable. The cable you need will be a 4 pin to 6 pin cable. If it's still not clear, post back with more details and I cam be more specific. Jeff

January 10th, 2003, 08:07 AM	#3
Zac Stein Major Player Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 730	Jeff, Do macs come with a standard tv out as well to view work on a tv monitor while editing? zac

January 10th, 2003, 08:18 AM	#4
Jeff Donald Warden Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 8,287	The iMacs and iBooks do not. The new G4 Towers and Power Books have an S-Video out that can be used as another monitor. There is software that will send the signal over FireWire at the same time also. Jeff

January 12th, 2003, 08:20 AM	#7
Jeff Donald Warden Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 8,287	Thanks for the correction, much appreciated. Jeff