Adobe Premiere Elements 4.0

Connect your camcorder to your computer

From Adobe Premiere Elements, you can capture digital video, audio, or both from several types of devices using an IEEE 1394 (recommended) or USB 2.0 port. Most DV and HDV camcorders and tape decks (and most webcams) have these ports. The IEEE 1394 port on your camcorder may be marked DV IN/OUT, i.LINK, or IEEE 1394. The USB 2.0 port is marked by the USB icon .
Ports and plugs for capture of digital audio, video, and stills

A.
IEEE 1394

B.
USB

  1. Do one of the following:

    • Connect your HDV camcorder to your computer’s IEEE 1394 port using an IEEE 1394 cable. You cannot capture HDV using USB ports.

    • Connect your DV camcorder to your computer’s IEEE 1394 port using a IEEE 1394 cable. Some camcorders may work with a USB 2.0 port using a USB cable; however, IEEE 1394 is recommended. If your camcorder has both an IEEE 1394 port and a USB port, use the IEEE 1394 port for video capture.

      Note: Do not connect the camcorder to both the IEEE 1394 and USB 2.0 ports at the same time.

    • Connect your webcam or other WDM device to your computer’s USB port using a USB cable. You can capture video or still images from webcams using USB 1.0 ports.

    • Connect your analog device to an AV DV converter or digital camcorder using analog jacks and plugs. Connect the AV DV converter or digital camcorder to your computer’s IEEE 1394 port using an IEEE 1394 cable.

    Note: If your computer does not have a built-in IEEE 1394 or USB 2.0 port, or if your camcorder does not include the appropriate cable, you can purchase one at a computer, camera, or consumer electronics store.
  2. If required by your camera, use the power adapter to activate the IEEE 1394 port.
    Note: Some camcorders may go into sleep or inactive mode if left in camera mode without being activated for a period of time, even if connected to a power adapter.