View Full Version : DV / Firewire cable for DV Camcorder


mrn8
10-7-2005, 3:55 PM
I have a Canon Elura 80, and I would like to capture the video by running from the Dv port on the camera to the firewire port on my PC. Anyone know where I can get a good cable at a decent price? The local B&M's seem to all sell the Monster cables and the knock off's, and they are all $30 or more, because of the gold connectors. What a rip-off.

RossMAN
10-7-2005, 4:04 PM
Radio Shack B&M has firewire cables on clearance for $14.95 (originally $49.99) that's worth a shot.

mrn8
10-7-2005, 4:10 PM
Radio Shack B&M has firewire cables on clearance for $14.95 (originally $49.99) that's worth a shot.

I'll stop on my way home. I only saw their Monster Cable knockoff on their website, and they are $34.99.

RossMAN
10-7-2005, 4:16 PM
I'll stop on my way home. I only saw their Monster Cable knockoff on their website, and they are $34.99.
I would definitely stop at Radio Shack B&M on your way home.

I just discovered I was looking at the wrong cable (item 15-1063) but it's still worth a look.

i-bystander
10-7-2005, 4:43 PM
Oh, have I got a deal for you. :)

Do you need a 6pin to 4pin or 6pin to 6pin?

FireWire Cables (http://digidepot.safeshopper.com/28/cat28.htm?190)

I think shipping is around $3.95.

RossMAN
10-7-2005, 4:44 PM
Ray to the rescue, thanks :)

mrn8
10-7-2005, 5:46 PM
Oh, have I got a deal for you. :)

Do you need a 6pin to 4pin or 6pin to 6pin?

FireWire Cables (http://digidepot.safeshopper.com/28/cat28.htm?190)

I think shipping is around $3.95.

Perfect! I could use that PCMCIA card as well. :g_thumbri

mrn8
10-17-2005, 4:25 PM
Wow, it took 10 days for them to process the order. I just got my order confimation today, but no shipping confirmation. The price was right, but they have got problems with processing orders, that's for sure.

i-bystander
10-17-2005, 4:48 PM
That's odd - when I ordered from them before, I think I got my confirmation within a few hours, and I got the product within a week....

Keep us posted. :)

mrn8
10-24-2005, 4:18 PM
It finally shipped. A full 17 days after I ordered. I'm glad I'm getting my stuff, but it's not a good way to run a business.