Dv To Usb Cable For Mac

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FireWire Cables & Adapters. Also referred to as IEEE 1394, Firewire Cables are an alternative form of connectors for computers and hardware. Along with the USB cord, these cables can provide.

Hello - I just wanted to say that I have the same question and it appears we're working with similar (or maybe the same) equipment. I have a Sony HandyCam DCR-HC36 and am looking to import videos I took with this camcorder to the MacBook Pro with Retina disply I just bought in June 2013 (OS X Mountain Lion (10.8.4).


This post from Radio Shack Technical Specs made it appear like the latest MacBook Pro would be able to read video imported from this kind of camera (that uses mini dv tapes to record): http://techchannel.radioshack.com/transfer-video-sony-camcorders-apple-imac-2212 .htmlGmail imap not working. using a Thunderbolt to FireWire Adapter and an i.Link cable. In the past I have imported movies from this same camcorder into iMovie ('08) on an older MacBook without problem as well as onto a Dell PC. For these transfers in the past, I used a cable that had a 4-Pin i.Link/1394 fitting on one side (that went into my Sony camcorder) and a 6-Pin FireWire fitting on the other side (that went into my older MacBook).


Since this new 2013 MacBook Pro only has a Thunderbolt port, I bought the Apple Thunderbolt to FireWire Adapter and then a FireWire 800 9-Pin to 4-Pin Cable (Brand Rocketfish from Best Buy) to try to hook up my Sony camcorder to the MacBook Pro. Unfortunately, I just hooked up the camera and the MacBook Pro (and iMovie '11) does not recognize the camera. I was surprised it didn't work since on the iLife '11 Help page about iLife '11 supported cameras it says 'Movie ’11 works with most Mini DV tape-based camcorders using DV and HDV formats, which use a FireWire cable (also known as IEEE 1394 or i.Link) to transfer video'


Networx for mac. I'd really appreciate it if someone could help me find a way to successfully hook up this Sony camcorder to the MacBook Pro in a way that would allow me to continue to import and edit videos from the mini dv tapes used with this camcorder. Thank you in advance for your time!

Aug 2, 2013 3:08 PM

Mac computers that have any of the following ports can connect to HDMI devices. Learn how to identify the ports on your Mac.

  • HDMI port: Connects directly to HDMI using an HDMI cable.
  • USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) port: Connects to HDMI using an adapter, such as the Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter.
  • Mini DisplayPort: Connects to HDMI using a third-party Mini DisplayPort to HDMI adapter or cable.

Mac computers that have an HDMI port comply with HDMI 1.4b and support:

  • At least 1080p video over HDMI, and some Mac models support higher resolutions when connecting to 4K displays, 5K displays, and Ultra HD TVs
  • 8-channel/24-bit audio at 192kHz, Dolby Surround 5.1, and traditional stereo
  • HDCP-encrypted playback from iTunes and QuickTime Player (version 10). Safari in macOS Sierra or later also supports HDCP-encrypted playback, if the web page is HTML5-enabled and the content is FairPlay Streaming-enabled and delivered using Media Source Extensions or HTTP Live Streaming.

If using an adapter, check the specifications of the adapter to learn about supported resolutions and other details.

After making the connection

If your Mac doesn't recognize your HDTV, display, or other HDMI device after making the connection:

  1. Turn off the HDMI device while your Mac is turned on.
  2. Unplug the HDMI cable from your Mac, then plug it in again.
  3. Turn on the HDMI device.

If the video on your HDTV or display extends beyond the borders of the screen, open Displays preferences and adjust the Underscan slider for a better fit. Use any of these methods to open Displays preferences:

  • Choose Apple () menu > System Preferences, then click Displays.
  • Press Shift-Command-A to open the Applications folder. Then double-click System Preferences, then click Displays.
  • If your keyboard has brightness controls, press Option–Brightness Up or Option–Brightness Down.


If your HDMI device isn't receiving audio from your Mac:

  • Choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Sound. In the Output pane, make sure that your HDMI device is selected.
  • If you're connecting using a Mini DisplayPort adapter, make sure that your Mac can send audio over Mini DisplayPort.
  • If you're connecting from a Mac mini, unplug any audio device that is plugged into your computer's Audio-Out port.

If your Mac goes to sleep while a video is playing or paused, you might see an HDCP error. Quit the app that is playing the video, then open the app again. If the issue continues, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Energy Saver and adjust the settings so that your display doesn't turn off.

Learn more

  • If your Mac has an HDMI port, you can use the Apple HDMI to DVI Adapter to connect to a DVI display.
  • Mac computers don't support using CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) to control HDMI devices.