Can I capture without timecode?

Hello,
I am attempting to capture Hi8 tapes. The Hi8 camera is connected to the analog inputs of a Sony DSR-11 firewire input device. I am using Firewire NTSC Basic.
I can preview the video in the Log and Capture window just fine. When choosing 'Capture Now' it waits for timecode. Is there a way to over ride the need for timecode when capturing? I can record this way in iMovie with the same hardware setup.
Thanks for any advice!

Sure!
Change your capture presets to Uncontrollable Device. Then just play the Hi8 machine, and use Capture Now.
Jerry

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