video converter. u can go through the camcorder as the converter, but it doesnt seem to work for ALL digital camcorders :dunno: the other method is to use an actual converter unit like Formac Studio ($199) but its not that "great", or Canopus ADVC100 ($250-299) which is decent, and Miglia Tech's Director's Cut Take 2 ($339) which is the best for money...if youre willing to drop that much on a converter.