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mikeleblanc413
Explorer
Dec 17, 2014

Transfering movies from Canon FS 20 Camcorder

I purchased my new laptop without a DVD player/recorder. I am unable to load PIXELA (the program that supports file transfer)from the DVD that came with the camera because I do not have a DVD player/recorder. I've tried to load from the PIXELA website, but their charge for a "lost" DVD is $40. One option is to purchase an external DVD and load or to look here and see if there are any other options. All comments appreciated.
  • CloudDriver's avatar
    CloudDriver
    Explorer
    Dec 17, 2014
    I have Sony Vegas Movie Studio and download from my video camera with that. There is a Capture Video selection under the Project Menu.
  • fj12ryder's avatar
    fj12ryder
    Explorer III
    Dec 17, 2014
    Unless you really feel you need Pixella, you might just consider transferring the photos using a card reader and use a different program.

    IMO most of those programs that come with the cameras are only so-so at managing photos, and you might find one that will serve you better. FWIW I've tried a couple of the programs that come with cameras, and didn't care for any of them.
  • MrWizard's avatar
    MrWizard
    Moderator
    Dec 17, 2014
    A DVD is only 4.7GB ..A CD 770mb
    Use another pc
    Copy the files to a memory stick USB thumb drive
    And install from there
    You have the original disc..you have the KEY needed for authentication and registering the install

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