PV-GS2 Camcorder is not being detected using Firewire/DV port

I am trying to capture tape video to my laptop using firewire PCMCIA card. The camcorder does not get detected. Whereas the same setup detects another panasonic camcorder PV-GS31 and am able to capture the video with this camcorder. Please help. thanks dev

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Hi Here is a link to the latest manual for your Camcorder. Check out page 42. This may help. http://service.us.panasonic.com/OPERMANPDF/PVGS2.PDF You may need to re-install the software o your computer for the camera inteface. Have a Great Day!!

Posted on May 04, 2007

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