How do I know which firewire cable to use with my MacBook Pro and Macbook?

what would you use the 9/4 adapter for.... i.e.. does it connect to a camera for example?  What use cases for it?

I'd be buy cheap price S$ 11.46 from online ebay saler UK Co;Ltd but can't connected from my Sony Camcorder IEE1394 fire400 (4Pin) port to  my MAC PRO firewire 800(8Pin) port.

What'd be happen that? 

What different as IEE1394 type?

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IEEE 1394

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IEEE 1394, High Performance Serial Bus, is an electronics standard for connecting devices to your personal computer. IEEE 1394 provides a single plug-and-socket connection on which up to 63 devices can be attached with data transfer speeds up to 400 Mbps ( megabit s per second). The standard describes a serial bus or pathway between one or more peripheral devices and your computer's microprocessor . Many peripheral devices now come equipped to meet IEEE 1394. Two popular implementations of IEEE 1394 are Apple's FireWire and Sony's i.LINK . IEEE 1394 implementations provide:

• A simple common plug-in serial connector on the back of your computer and on many different types of peripheral devices
• A thin serial cable rather than the thicker parallel cable you now use to your printer, for example
• A very high-speed rate of data transfer that will accommodate multimedia applications (100 and 200 megabits per second today; with much higher rates later)
• Hot-plug and plug and play capability without disrupting your computer
• The ability to chain devices together in a number of different ways without terminators or complicated set-up requirements

In time, IEEE 1394 implementations are expected to replace and consolidate today's serial and parallel interfaces, including Centronics parallel , RS-232C , and Small Computer System Interface ( SCSI ). The first products to be introduced with FireWire include digital camera s, digital video disks ( DVD s), digital video tapes, digital camcorders, and music systems. Because IEEE 1394 is a peer-to-peer interface, one camcorder can dub to another without being plugged into a computer. With a computer equipped with the socket and bus capability, any device (for example, a video camera) can be plugged in while the computer is running.

Briefly How It Works

There are two levels of interface in IEEE 1394, one for the backplane bus within the computer and another for the point-to-point interface between device and computer on the serial cable. A simple bridge connects the two environments. The backplane bus supports 12.5, 25, or 50 megabits per second data transfer. The cable interface supports 100, 200, or 400 megabits per second. Each of these interfaces can handle any of the possible data rates and change from one to another as needed.

The serial bus functions as though devices were in slots within the computer sharing a common memory space. A 64-bit device address allows a great deal of flexibility in configuring devices in chains and trees from a single socket.

IEEE 1394 provides two types of data transfer: asynchronous and isochronous . Asynchronous is for traditional load-and-store applications where data transfer can be initiated and an application interrupted as a given length of data arrives in a buffer. Isochronous data transfer ensures that data flows at a pre-set rate so that an application can handle it in a timed way. For multimedia applications, this kind of data transfer reduces the need for buffering and helps ensure a continuous presentation for the viewer.

The 1394 standard requires that a device be within 4.5 meters of the bus socket. Up to 16 devices can be connected in a single chain, each with the 4.5 meter maximum (before signal attenuation begins to occur) so theoretically you could have a device as far away as 72 meters from the computer.

Another new approach to connecting devices, the Universal Serial Bus ( USB ), provides the same "hot plug" capability as the 1394 standard. It's a less expensive technology but data transfer is limited to 12 Mbps (million bits per second). Small Computer System Interface offers a high data transfer rate (up to 40 megabytes per second) but requires address preassignment and a device terminator on the last device in a chain. FireWire can work with the latest internal computer bus standard, Peripheral Component Interconnect ( PCI ), but higher data transfer rates may require special design considerations to minimize undesired buffering for transfer rate mismatches.

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How to transfer video from a Digital8® or MiniDV camcorder to a computer running a Windows® operating system.

The video from a Digital8® or MiniDV camcorder can be transferred to a computer using one of the cable connections below.

Select the desired connection method for the appropriate video transfer instructions:

• Audio/Video (A/V) cable
• i.LINK cable
• USB cable

IMPORTANT: The USB port on many Digital8 and MiniDV camcorders may not support USB Streaming and therefore cannot transfer video to the computer using a USB cable. The USB port on these camcorders may only support the transfer of still images recorded on inserted Memory Stick® media.

NOTE: If model-specific information is required, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the product. Manuals are available online through the Manuals, Specs & Warranty link on this page.

What are the differences between i.LINK®, IEEE1394, and Apple® FireWire® serial bus?

These terms are all synonyms for the same type of connection. The term i.LINK is used by Sony to describe an IEEE1394 connection. Apple FireWire serial bus is the term used by Apple Computer, Inc. to describe an IEEE1394 connection.

The i.LINK® (IEEE 1394) connection from the camcorder is not recognized by the computer.

Article ID: 42945  |   Last Updated: 04/20/2013

Follow the steps below to troubleshoot this issue.

1. Make sure the digital camcorder is set up to output a signal through the i.LINK (aka Apple® FireWire® port) prior to being connected to the computer.
   NOTE: Not all camcorders need set up to output through the i.LINK connection. Consult the instruction manual of your camcorder for specific information. Manuals are available online through the Manuals/Specs/Warranty link on this page.
2. Make sure the i.LINK ports on the computer and camcorder are not dusty or dirty.
3. Make sure the i.LINK cable is connected securely to the i.LINK ports on the camcorder and computer.
   IMPORTANT: Some newer Macintosh® computers have a FireWire 800 jack that has 9 pins and customer has a 600-to-400 FireWire cord available. In this case, it may be necessary to use an 800-to-400 FireWire cable or adapter to connect to the computer. Check the Apple Store at http://store.apple.com/us if necessary.
4. Make sure the camcorder is turned on and being powered by the supplied AC power adapter.
   NOTE: The i.LINK function of the camcorder cannot be used simultaneously with the Handycam® Station that is supplied with select camcorders. In this case, remove the Handycam Station and connect the AC power adaptor and i.LINK cable to the camcorder directly.
5. Make sure the video capture card and software are configured properly to receive the i.LINK signal from the camcorder.
   NOTES:
   • Depending on the video capture card and software you are using, you may need to manually configure the capture card and software to receive a signal from the i.LINK port. If applicable, check the Help files of the software or contact the video capture card or software manufacturer for further information.
   • Sony digital camcorders are not provided with and do not require special device drivers for i.LINK connectivity. The device drivers that allow i.LINK connectivity should be provided with the video capture software. If the software you are using does not appear to have the required drivers, you will need to contact the software manufacturer.
6. If the issue is still not resolved, try closing and reopening the video capture software.
7. If the issue is still not resolved, try restarting the computer with the camcorder connected and powered on.
8. If the issue is still not resolved, try using a different i.LINK cable or connecting to another i.LINK port or different computer.

The troubleshooting steps listed above should resolve your issue. If you have completed all of the steps and the issue is not resolved, service may be required. Click the Repair & Status link on this page for available service options.

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Thunderbolt I/O technology gives you two channels on the same connector with 10 Gbps of throughput in both directions. That makes Thunderbolt ultrafast and ultraflexible. You can move data to and from peripherals up to 20 times faster than with USB 2.0 and up to 12 times faster than with FireWire 800. You also have more than enough bandwidth to daisy-chain multiple high-speed devices without using a hub or switch. For example, you can connect several high-performance external disks, a video capture device, and even a display to a single Thunderbolt chain while maintaining maximum throughput.

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Kenzie - (C5FU):

Hi, Welcome to Sony Online Support. My name is Kenzie. Please allow me a moment to review your concern.

8:34 PM

Kenzie - (C5FU):

I understand that you are unable to connect your camcorder to the Mac operating system. Am I right?

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Customer:

Can't connect my sony HDR HC3 ilink cable to My MAC Pro Firewire 800? i'd be use i moive 11! What happaen that? help me,Pls!

8:35 PM

Kenzie - (C5FU):

What error do you get when connecting the camcorder to the computer?

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Customer:

I'd be try connected my computer but never see my camcorder link?

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Kenzie - (C5FU):

Okay. Are you using i.Link cable to connect the camcorder to the Mac?

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Customer:

I try import from camera but never see camera site, see myfacetime only!

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Kenzie - (C5FU):

When you are using a USB cable or an .Link cable to connect your camcorder to a computer, make sure you insert the connector in the correct direction. If you insert the connector forcibly, it may be damaged, and cause a malfunction of your camcorder.

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Kenzie - (C5FU):

Please check with the cables that you are using.

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Customer:

Ok, Cable or Camcorder something faulty, Well thks!

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Customer:

i'd be test other ilink cable , Thks..

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Kenzie - (C5FU):

Try with USB cable to transfer images from camcorder to the computer, if the computer recognizes the camcorder than there might be fault with your i.Link cable.

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Is there anything else that I may assist you with?

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Using your Sony® Camera with a Macintosh® Computer

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You can do amazing things with a Sony digital camera or camcorder and an Apple® Macintosh® computer, such as creating show stopping slide-shows and movies; sharing images; and teaching the computer to recognize your friends in your photos. Using the USB cable supplied with your camera you can simply move photos and video to your Mac computer. Also, the iPhoto® and iMovie® software are powerful applications available for Mac computers that allow you to import and edit images and video.

Using your Sony Camera and Macintosh Computer you can do the following:

• Transfer images using iPhoto
• Transfer video clips using iMovie
• Transfer Directly to the Computer Hard Drive
• FAQs

 iPhoto

With the iPhoto software you can easily import, browse and edit photos. You can share your pictures via Facebook and through email, as well as make engaging slideshows. For all the features available with the iPhoto software, visit the Apple® website.

Note: Not all features are available in all versions of the iPhoto software.

Use the following procedure to import your photos into the iPhoto software:

Note: Depending on the connection type and capabilities of your camera, the transfer procedure may vary. Refer to the operating instructions of your camera for detailed information.

1. Turn on the camera.
2. Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied USB cable.
3. Set the camera to Mass Storage or USB Mode.
4. The iPhoto software will start automatically.
   
   Note: If the iPhoto software does not automatically start, open the iPhoto software manually by using theDock or you can use the Finder Bar, Go and then select Applications.
5. Thumbnail images of the photos saved on the memory card of the camera display in the iPhoto screen.
6. Choose the method you want to use for importing.
   • To only import some of the pictures, click to select the thumbnail images you want and then click theImport Selected button.
   • To import all the pictures, click the Import x Photos button.
   
7. In the Delete Photos on Your Camera? window, click the desired option.
   • Choosing Delete Photos erases all the pictures from the memory card or internal memory in the camera after transfer.
   • Choosing Keep Photos will keep a copy of the pictures you transferred to the computer on the memory card or internal memory in the camera.

For detailed information about editing and sharing photos, as well as other features, refer to the help file in the iPhoto software.

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 iMovie

With the iMovie software you can easily import, browse, and edit your video. You can create movie trailers from various templates, edit audio and add special effects. With the new People Finder feature, iMovie makes it easy to find video that includes certain people. For all the features available with the iMovie software, visit the Apple website.

Note: Not all features are available in all versions of the iMovie software.

Use the following procedure to import video into the iMovie software:

Important: The iMovie software does not support AVCHD 60p video. To be able to edit your HD video in iMovie, we suggest you set your camcorder to record in AVCHD 60i or AVCHD 24i or MP4. If you’ve already recorded videos in 60p, you can transfer the video directly to the hard drive of your Mac, and then burn it to a disc to be viewed on a different computer or television. Also, you can convert AVCHD 60p video to MP4 format using Media Converter software.

Notes:

• Depending on the connection type and capabilities of your camera, the transfer procedure may vary. Refer to the operating instructions of your camera for detailed information.
• To import standard-definition video, iMovie ‘07 or newer is required. However, to import high-definition video such as AVCHD, iMovie ’08 or newer is required.

1. Turn on the camera.
2. Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied USB cable.
3. Set the camera to Mass Storage or USB Mode.
   
   Note: If the iPhoto® software automatically starts, close it.
4. Open the iMovie software from the Dock or on the Finder Bar, choose Go and then Applications. iMovie will be listed as an icon in the Applications window.
5. In the iMovie window, click File and then Import from Camera.

6. Choose the method you want to use for importing:
   • To import all the videos:
     1. At the lower-left corner, click Automatic.
     2. At the lower-right corner, click the Import All button.
   
   • To import only specific videos:
     1. At the lower-left corner, click Manual.
     2. Under the displayed thumbnails, click to check the boxes of the video you want to import and then click the Import Checked button.
   
7. Select the location to save the videos.
8. In the Create New Event section, type a name for the videos.
9. Click the OK button.
   
   Note: The videos are copied to the computer. An Import complete dialog box is displayed when the import is finished.
10. In the Import complete dialog box, click the Import button.

For detailed information about editing videos, as well as other features, refer to the help files in the iMovie software.

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 Transfer photos and video directly to your computer hard drive

Instead of using the iPhoto or iMovie software, you can transfer photos and video directly to the hard drive of your Mac computer using the following procedure.

Notes:

• Depending on the connection type and capabilities of your camera, the transfer procedure may vary. Refer to the operating instructions of your camera for detailed information.
• For AVCHD video, a Macintosh computer with an Intel® Core Duo processor or better is required.

1. Turn on the camera.
2. Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied USB cable.
3. Set the camera to Mass Storage or USB Mode.
   
   Note: After the computer recognizes the connection, it will list the camera drive or drives as NO NAME orUNTITLED on the computer desktop.
4. Click the NO NAME or UNTITLED icon on the computer desktop.
5. Locate the files you want to transfer.
   
   For photos:
   1. Click the DCIM folder.
   
   For AVCHD video:
   1. Click the PRIVATE folder.
   2. Click the AVCHD folder.
   3. Click the BDMV folder.
   4. Clock the STREAM folder.
   
   For Standard Definition (SD) video:
   1. Click the MP_ROOT folder.
   2. Click the 101PNV01 folder.
   
6. On the keyboard, press and hold the Shift key.
7. While holding the Shift key, click to select the photos or video clip files you want to transfer.
8. Release the Shift key.
9. On the keyboard, press the Command and C keys to copy the files.
10. Open the folder or directory on the computer where you want to copy the files.
11. On the keyboard, press the Command and V keys to paste the files to the desired location.

After following the steps above, the photos and video from your camera are copied to the hard drive of the computer and can be played with a compatible media player.

Notes:

• The Apple Macintosh Web site has an MPEG-2 Playback component for Quicktime 6 or 7 available for purchase.
• For the Apple Mac OS® X operating system, MPEG editing software (Capty MPEG Edit EX) is available for purchase from the PIXELA Web site. This application is for standard-definition video only.

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 FAQs & Troubleshooting

• Import images into iPhoto or iMovie software.
• AVCHD video is not recognized or cannot be transferred to a Macintosh computer.
• How to burn a CD or DVD on a Macintosh computer.
• How to transfer pictures to a computer using a USB connection.
• Error: Update has been aborted due to error in process or The Firmware updater application may not be able to detect the connected device.
• Error: AN UNKNOWN ERROR HAS OCCURRED when trying to update the Picture Motion Browser (PMB) Portable software on an Apple® Macintosh® computer.
• How to use the Bloggie camera with the iMovie software.
• How to use the Bloggie camera with the iPhoto software.
• The Web Camera function of the Bloggie camera does not work.
• Are RAW image files compatible with Macintosh computers?
• Videos are not being recognized and do not import when using the iMovie software.
• The iPhoto software does not recognize the Sony camera.
• It takes a long time for the camera to be detected by the iMovie software.
• The Share-It-Later feature in the Bloggie software does not work.
• How to export pictures using the iPhoto software.
• Can the GPS data recorded with still pictures be viewed on Macintosh® computer?

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