Cannot capture from miniDV on new iMac27

I have just purchased an iMac27.  Previously, I was able to capture video recordings from my Canon ZR 850 miniDV recorder.  Now I cannot use the firewire cable as the input port is different.
I have tried using USB, but the message indicts that the presets for capture device need to be changed.  How do I do this please?  Is it even possible to use USB?  Will I need anther firewire cable that will connect to the backof the computer?  Is there an adapter that converts the old firewire plug to the new input format?
Thank you.  Keith

I assume that your new iMac has only a FW800  socket so your FW400 plug won't work.
You can get a cable with the camera's 4 pin socket on one end and the new 9 pin plug on the other.
(The old FW400 had a 6 pin plug).
Best place to look for a cheap one is Amazon.
This is what you need.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/IEEE1394-FireWire-Digital-Camcorders-Cameras/dp/B002S4OH OG/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1321864096&sr=8-4
Message was edited by: Ian R. Brown

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