minicar: I have a JVC camcorder, that records to mini dv tapes, and I was wondering how to get the videos on to the computer? or a dvd?How do you get videos recorded on a mini dv camcorder on to a computer or dvd or anything like that?a miniDV vcam must be DV~Firewire400**-connected to computer to upload video thru video editing* or capture application while vcam is ON PLAYBACK. Most (digital) tape vcams have 4-pin DV ports; before cable purchase** check pc or mac for DV port {VCAM@4-pin=>firewireCABLE=>PC@4/ 6-pin?}. If none, install firewire card: pci for desktop or pcmcia / express for laptop. http://h71036.www7.hp.com/hho/cache/3151鈥?/a> http://computers.shop.ebay.com/?_from=R4鈥?/a> entry-level Movie Maker* (free w/ Vista/wmm6 & XP/wmm2) is simple & easy to learn. Upgrade to intermediate (or advanced) video editing apps accdg. to need & skill level http://video-editing-software-review.top鈥?/a> video editing process- Vista/Wmm6 >>> open wmm- start/all programs/wmm->TASK pane 1. Import video stream**-editing app remotely controls vcam; import pics & music 2. Edit- drag/drop video files->timeline & enhance w/effects, transition, music & titles 3. Publish (render)- save Movie (OK for youTube), also, save Project.msmmw file >>> Share=>shift to DvD authoring app (Win;Nero;DvD Flick, etc)->burn to DvD http://www.windowsdvdmaker.com/guides/Be鈥?/a> Similarly: XP/wmm2- Capture/Edit/Finish- DvD authoring app, e.g.,DvD Flick or Nero For details, visit: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using鈥?/a>How do you get videos recorded on a mini dv camcorder on to a computer or dvd or anything like that?There is the standard size (big) and a little size (small) on the cd/dvd tray, it should fit in the small one (the small circle).