"misterroy" wrote in message
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what a prat I have been

We all have days like that ;o)


the camera in question does use a tape, so the video can be digitally
edited on pc.
The camera at work does indeed have an output, but it is analogue...

If it is MiniDV or Digital8, it will have a firewire output. For less than
£15 you can equip the PC with a firewire card and the cable to connect it to
the camera. If you're on Windows, you can get Windows Movie Maker for
editing for free. The port you need will be labelled iLink, IEEE1394 or
Firewire. The computer end will probably have the bigger socket so make sure
your cable has the right plugs.

Some PCs and laptops have firewire ports preinstalled. Have a look around
the PCs at your disposal to check this before buying a card and opening up a
PC.