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Hi whilst trying to capture my footage i am getting a blue screen saying usb connect disconnect the usb cable before changing the setting. can you help?

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The USB cable is the one used to transfer files from your camcorder to a computer. Make sure there isn't any cable connected to your camcorder.

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