DVD tapes recorded in ELP mode

I have made videotapes on a Canon Elura 20 MC videocam. The tapes play normally in the camera, however I cannot download them to iMovie for editing. My camera is set in SP mode for the download but the clips do not download. Is there a workaround that will allow me to download and edit my tapes? I have followed all recommendations about disconnecting cables, etc. I can't find the slot to change the backup battery for resetting on the camera! Instructions too vague. HELP!! It is my vacation in Mexico!

Hi Lucy
Is Canon Elura 20 a miniDV camera ?
Does it have a FireWire port - and are You using it ?
USB/USB2 doesn't work at all !
Did You record in standardplay-mode (SP) = 60 min per tape
or in longplay-mode (LP) = 90 min
If You can avoid LP mode and 12 bit sound DO THAT - You will
only have a lot of trouble in selecting this.
Yours most concerned Bengt W

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Message was edited by: teneail

Hi t
a. Avoid all other than SP-mode. LP-mode gives severe audio sync. problems and lot's of drop outs.
b. Only way to save Your elp-mode material might be to import it via the analog-out on Your Camera
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