Windows Operating System, users do not need to install a driver in order to be able to connect the Sony USB device to the computer. A generic driver that is already embedded into Windows OS is used for communication between the device and the computer. After connecting the USB device, Windows Operating System will detect it and install the proper driver automatically. If you have problem connecting your product through USB, please refer to the computer does not recognize the USB connection from a Sony camcorder. To transfer video to the computer installed with Windows Operating System. It is advisable that you connect your camcorder to your computer using a usb and use Playmemories Home to import or transfer photos and videos to a computer . If you use a tape type camcorder, you might need to install the driver from the supplied software with the product. For the applicable models, refer to the manual. When your product requires installation of the driver, follow these steps.

NOTE: If using an operating system that has Administrator privileges, it is recommended you log on the computer as an Administrator. Insert the supplied software CD into the CD-ROM drive of the computer. At the installation screen, click the button. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the software installation. Refer to the list of compatibility information for Windows OS Windows 8 / 8.1 How to import videos and still images recorded on the MiniDV Handycam camcorder to the computer using PMB? Where can the USB driver for the Handycam be downloaded? The computer does not recognize the USB connection from a Sony camcorder. How to import or transfer photos and videos to a Windows computer by USB connection using the PlayMemories Home Software. The camcorder does not seem to connect to a computer via USBHow do I find my model number? Blu-ray Disc™ Home Theater Systems Camcorder & Camera Accessories Camcorders - 4K Handycam

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DVD Players & Recorders Hi-Res Music Player Systems Home - DAT & MiniDisc Decks LCD Color TV Watchman® Marine Stereo & Speakers Media - Disc Media Media - Memory Stick® Media - SD Memory Card Media - XQD™ Memory Card Micro & Mini Shelf Systems Speakers, Sound Bars & Docking Stations Tablets - Sony Tablet™ Telephones & Answering Machines Television - 4K HDR LCD TV Television - 4K Ultra HD TV Television - FD Trinitron® & WEGA™ Television - Internet TV & Players Television - LCD / LED Television - Media Players & Receivers Television - OLED Digital VCR/VHS Players & Recorders Walkman® MiniDisc & DAT Walkman® MP3 & Video MP3 Players Windows 7 Compatibility Chart For DV Camcorder Article ID:351451(modified 06 Nov 2015) DCR-HC1000, DCR-HC1000E, DCR-HC14E, DCR-HC15, DCR-HC15E, DCR-HC16E, DCR-HC17E, DCR-HC18E, DCR-HC19E, DCR-HC20, DCR-HC20E, DCR-HC21, DCR-HC21E, DCR-HC22E, DCR-HC26, DCR-HC26E, DCR-HC28, DCR-HC28E, DCR-HC30, DCR-HC30E, DCR-HC32, DCR-HC32E, DCR-HC36, DCR-HC36E, DCR-HC38, DCR-HC38E, DCR-HC39E, DCR-HC40, DCR-HC40E, DCR-HC42, DCR-HC42E, DCR-HC46, DCR-HC46E, DCR-HC48, DCR-HC48E, DCR-HC52, DCR-HC52E, DCR-HC54, DCR-HC54E, DCR-HC62, DCR-HC62E, DCR-HC65, DCR-HC85, DCR-HC85E, DCR-HC88, DCR-HC88E, DCR-HC90, DCR-HC90E, DCR-HC96, DCR-HC96E, DCR-PC1000, DCR-PC1000E, DCR-PC100E, DCR-PC101, DCR-PC101E, DCR-PC103E, DCR-PC104E, DCR-PC105, DCR-PC105E, DCR-PC106E, DCR-PC108

, DCR-PC108E, DCR-PC109, DCR-PC109E, DCR-PC10E, DCR-PC110, DCR-PC110E, DCR-PC115, DCR-PC115E, DCR-PC120, DCR-PC120E, DCR-PC330, DCR-PC330E, DCR-PC350, DCR-PC350E, DCR-PC53E, DCR-PC55, DCR-PC55E, DCR-PC5E, DCR-PC9, DCR-PC9E, DCR-TRV11E, DCR-TRV12E, DCR-TRV14E, DCR-TRV15E, DCR-TRV16, DCR-TRV16E, DCR-TRV17, DCR-TRV17E, DCR-TRV18, DCR-TRV18E, DCR-TRV19, DCR-TRV19E, DCR-TRV20, DCR-TRV20E, DCR-TRV22, DCR-TRV22E, DCR-TRV24, DCR-TRV24E, DCR-TRV25, DCR-TRV25E, DCR-TRV27, DCR-TRV27E, DCR-TRV30, DCR-TRV30E, DCR-TRV33, DCR-TRV33E, DCR-TRV38, DCR-TRV38E, DCR-TRV39, DCR-TRV40, DCR-TRV40E, DCR-TRV50, DCR-TRV50E, DCR-TRV60, DCR-TRV60E, DCR-TRV6E, DCR-TRV70, DCR-TRV75, DCR-TRV75E, DCR-TRV7E, DCR-TRV80, DCR-TRV80E, DCR-TRV940, DCR-TRV940E, DCR-TRV950, DCR-TRV950E, GV-D1000, GV-D1000E The following tables show you the result of compatibility tests of each product with Windows 7.About the applicable environments: Windows 7 needs to be preinstalled at the factory. Environments upgraded from other OS are not supported.

Operations are not guaranteed in all computers. The USB streaming function is not supported unless otherwise specified. i.LINK connectivity is tested with Windows Movie Maker. Legend:O : CompatibleX : Not compatible- : Not applicable *6 When disconnecting the camcorder, please select Eject SONY DSC from the Remove Hardware icon on the task tray.*7 The USB streaming function is supported by installing the driver from the supplied CD-ROM (for 32-bit editions only). PMB (Picture Motion Browser) As of Sep. 30th, 2014. PMB has been discontinued has been succeeded by PlayMemories Home. As alternative, download and use PlayMemories Home.Message 1 of 5 I have a Sony DCR-TRV730. I have recently upgraded my OS to Win7 64xBit and per Sony support, there aren't drivers available for video trans via USB/Firewire. Message 2 of 5 - last edited on, The USB streaming feature of the Sony DCR-TRV730 is not supported with Windows 7 operating system

s. You can connect the Camcorder to the computer using the supplied A/V cable or using an i.Link cable (a.k.a. firewire/IEEE 1394). If you wish to use the A/V cable, refer to the below link3 If you use an i.Link cable, refer to the below link2 If my post answers your question, please mark it as an "Accepted Solution." Message 3 of 1} Thanks for the reply but, I have used 1394 firewire, my computer comes back with 'cannot load driver, failed' error, plus I was informed by Sony support that niether USB or firewire is supported? I do not have a video card or external port that accepts A/V input. Message 4 oflo, The DV IN/OUT jack of the DCR-TRV730 is i.LINK compatible. If the firewire cable is not recognized by the computer, refer to the below link for additional troubleshooting ste798 If my post answers your question, please mark it as an "Accepted Solution." Thank you for your post. Message 5 o {1} Thanks that did work, only issue now...audio is choppy upon capture using Sony Vegas Movie Studio Platinum