How to batch mpeg-4 log and transfer?

I have 28GB of mpeg-4 from an FS100 camera to log and transfer so I can edit it tomorrow for Monday.  The Settings are 1080p24 it's AVC HD (mpeg-4 said the cameraman).
I started to "Add to cue" each clip:  it transfers in real time.  Can you please tell me how to do it as a batch?  Thank you.

Just hitting Add Selection to Cue should bring all the files in the L&T pane. Or you cam select the clips you want.
Russ

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