25Before Downloading Still ImagesWindowsEBefore Downloading Still ImagesConnecting the Camcorder to a Computer Be sure to install the Digital Video Software before you connect thecamcorder to the computer. Make sure the camcorder is being powered using the power adapter beforeconnecting it to a computer. Connect the USB cable directly to one of the computer’s main USB ports.The interface may not function correctly if the camcorder is connected via aUSB hub. The connection may not operate correctly if you are using other USBdevices, excluding USB mice or keyboards, at the same time. If this occurs,disconnect the other devices from the computer and try reconnecting thecamcorder. Do not connect two or more camcorders to the computer. The camcordersmay not operate normally. Never allow the computer to go into standby (sleep) mode while acamcorder is connected via the USB interface. Refer to your computer manual for the location of the computer’s USB ports. See your camcorder instruction manual for how to connect the camcorder tothe computer and how to change the media setting (MEDIA SEL. ) in theSYSTEM SETUP menu.1 Insert a disc or memory card containing images into thecamcorder.2 Connect the power adapter to the camcorder.3 Turn the power switch to ON and change the camcordermode to PLAY by sliding down the power switch.4 Move the / to .5 To download still images on the disc select DISC in theMEDIA SEL. from the SYSTEM SETUP menu.To download still images on the card select CARD in theMEDIA SEL. from the SYSTEM SETUP menu.Wait until the camcorder’s access indicator stops flashing.6 Attach the supplied USB cable to the computer’s USB portand the camcorder’s USB Terminal.