Copying MiniDV tapes

[charlie gibbs]

On Jul 26, 2004, at 1:00 AM, charlie gibbs wrote:

> I copy MiniDV to MiniDV and Digital8 (using old High8 originals) to 
> MiniDV using 4-pin Firewire cables without any problems.  Make sure 
> that you have the receiving camera on VCR mode not camera mode when 
> you try do dub or record from another camera.
>
> I use FCP4HD which is probably the same as FCP3 when it come to log 
> and capturing.  If you don't have too many time code lapses, just 
> restart the capture by saving your original clip and by pressing now 
> after the blank area.  You can rename the clip or add a number or 
> letter to the file name if you want.  FCP should treat the new clip 
> like you entered a new tape.  If you need to keep a consecutive 
> numbered time code the make a duplication with new time code.
>
> Good Luck,
> Charlie Gibbs
> CHARLES GIBBS PRODUCTIONS
>
>
>
> On Jul 25, 2004, at 11:32 PM, Macintosh Digital Video List wrote:
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>> Message-ID: <20021124221047.27287.qmail at web40312.mail.yahoo.com>
>> Date: Sun, 24 Nov 2002 14:10:47 -0800 (PST)
>> From: Sebastian Blanco <sqb.geo at yahoo.com>
>> Subject: Copying MiniDV tapes
>>
>> Hello. I know this question isn't Mac Video specific,
>> but I was wondering if anyone could help me figure out
>> how to dub MiniDV tapes. I've got a few that have time
>> code laspes and that's no good for FCP3. I have two
>> MiniDV cameras (sony) and a 4-pin to 4-pin firewire
>> cable. I can get the image to appear in the camera
>> that has the blank tape in it (which is NOT write
>> protected) but when i push the record button nothing
>> happens. the instruction manual makes it sound like
>> all i need to do is hit record, and i can't find a
>> website with clear instructions. i've tried the master
>> tape in both cameras, even though i don't see what
>> difference it would make. both cameras are plugged
>> into the wall and not running on battery or anything.
>> what important thing am i missing? thanks in advance
>> for any help you've got for me.
>> Sebastian
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