Exporting from Sony Video Hi8 camcorder TRV 128 to iMovie

I am unable to transfer the video from the Sony Video Hi 8 camcorder to iMovie. I have the latest upgrade from iMovie and an 14 inch iBook 1.33. I need help.
Christel E.

Does you camera have an iLink (Firewire) interface and 4 Pin to 6 Pin Cable?
Regards,
Edit: Looks like your camera is an analog camera. You'll need a AV/DV interface.
Type Analog
Recording Format Hi-8

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