Mac software compatibility Howcan this camera can be used with a Mac? Toshiba says it is only PC compatible but I thought I read somewhere that someone bought 3rd party software for the Mac OS.
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It will plug into a Mac computer. The software in the box will not work on a Mac. The S20 records in AVI which is not always recognizable by Mac systems, however if you have Mac video editing software that recognizes AVI file types it will work.
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Use mpeg streamclip (a free download) to convert avi files to Quicktime for Mac.
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Is it a surprise that they don't (and won't) support Macs. I have both Mac and PC computers, because there just are not Mac owners out there to justify a company doubling their software budget to support both platforms. I use this on my PC and it is worth its weight in gold
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I use mine on a pc with a Nikon camera. It has a standard usb 2.0 connector but I don't know if Mac's support usb. They make other cables so I would look for one that is Mac and Cannon compatible.
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Good question. I have just purchased the camera, because it has a short Mac section in the manual that seems to indicate that it is compatible. However, now that I've used it, i can't move the video to my Mac. Worthless!
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The camcorders are all compatible with Mac and PC. It's the program and the input connections in the computer you need for the Mac so ask your Mac store for a good program for capturing and editing your video. Also if you want a better camcorder the JVC GZHM 960 is the way to go.
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Don't know if compatible with a Mac since I use a PC, I think my card is 32 GB, it was the card I used with my other camera
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Ummm...why does everyone say it's not Mac compatible? I have a MacBook Pro running Leopard and iMovie imports the clips with the USB cable.
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Not compatible with MAC yet. Spoke with Technical support this morning. They mentioned the next model would be MAC ready. They are currently working on the MAC compatible updates.
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Howard, I found this camera to be unusable and sent it back. I bought the dlink DSC 5020L and it works great...Mac OS compatible too.
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Thank you for your response. I don't have a Mac. I wanted to convert to AVI for two reasons: I need to rotate video taken on vacation recently (now I know not to rotate my camera for video) and my new digital frame takes video in AVI only. I'm looking for a conversion program that will give me phone tech support. Apple will not since I don't have a Mac. Anyway, thanks again for your comments ... any other suggestions will be appreciated. Happy New Year, Ann
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All camcorders are compatible with both Mac and PC. It's the input connection and program you have to have in the computer. Ask your Mac store for a good video capture and edit program, you may already have one in your computer. Also the JVC GZHM960 is a much better camcorder and refurbished are the best prices. I own a refurbished and have no problems. Always use the Auto setting without face detection and the xvc shooting mode for great video. Hope this helps!
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The camera itself is not designed to connect to a computer. The Lukas viewer application (which is also used to configure the device and view recorded data from the included SD card) is only available for PC from what I can tell. If you've got Parallels or Boot Camp you should be able to run the software on your Mac.
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I checked the system requirements guide that came with the camera and it states that 'remote viewing' can be used with a PC or Mac, however, there is nothing to indicate that it can be set up with a Mac OS and in the setup manual there is only reference to a Windows OS. Check with Logitech first. It is a great video surveillance system nevertheless.
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Hi, What is your operating system...PC window or Mac? I am looking for a camera that will work as a webcam also and it seems that Fujis are ones mentioned, but have not found any info on which cameras or how to hook up. I see no one replied to your posting, but wondered if you ever got the S700 to work as a webcam as i am very interested in this camera...thanks
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Thanks, George. I read the description that says the camera is compatible with Mac, but I wanted to know whether the webcam can override the built-in camera.
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This video transfer system works in tandem with your own projector and your own camera. Whether it is Mac compatible is dependent on what camera you are using to record and whether your camera can transfer digital information to your Mac software/hardware.
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I've looked on the side of my package and there is no mention of it being compatible with MAC. I don't have a MAC computer so I couldn't tell you if this device works with it or not. Typically before I buy any product, I make sure its compatible with windows 7 OS, and if there is no mention of or I can't run and older version I just move on to the next one. Sorry that I couldn't be more helpful.