In order to connect your
camcorder to your computer, you have to install the drivers for your camcorder and
windows Operating system before you connect your comcorder to your computer. Here are the steps in sequence to install the drivers.
1- Use the CD which came with your camcorder and
install the drivers.
2- After installing the drivers, Connect your camcorder to your
PC and turn the dial to play (Turn on the comcorder if not on).
Follow the screen until it says ready.
3- Now click start, then computer. You should see several icons with one of them having all or part of Sony DCR-HC39E Mini DV Camcorder. If you double click on that icon, you would see one or more folders with your stored pictures and
videos. Now you can download, copy delete all of them.
GOOD LUCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!