Importing files from Canon Vixia HF20 without power adaptor.

Hi There,
I recorded videos on my Canon Vixia HF20 and no longer have the power adaptor for the camera. Everytime I go to import the videos into Final Cut Express, the camera says 'connect to power adaptor'. Is there a way to get the files from the camera without purchasing a power adaptor?
Thanks for the help!
Mitch

I have an external battery charger that requires me to take the battery out of the camera. Something like this: http://www.canadatekk.com/battery-charger/canon/3811.htm
After searching and searching, I did just end up ordering one off Amazon. Hopefully it gets here before Christmas!
That being said, is there even a way to import videos without the power adaptor?!

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