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Connecting the Camcorder to a Computer (XF105/XF100)

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Solution

To connect the camcorder to a computer, use a mini-B type USB cable such as the separately sold interface cable IFC-400PCU.

1. Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter.

2. Insert a CF card into the camcorder, and then turn the camcorder on in ⋖MEDIA⋗ mode.

3. Connect the camcorder to the computer using a USB cable.

The camcorder is automatically recognized by the computer.

Caution

Please observe the following precautions. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss.
While a CF card is connected to the computer:

- Do not remove the CF card or the CF card reader while editing or accessing the clips on the CF card.

- Do not access, change or delete any of the CF card’s folders or files directly from the computer.

When the camcorder is connected directly to the computer:

- Do not open any of the CF card slot covers and do not remove the CF cards.

- Do not disconnect the USB cable.

- Do not turn off the camcorder or the computer.

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