MOD and AVCHD files

I have a JVC camcorder that takes MOD movies files and a Lumix camera that takes AVCHD files.
But when I connect the Lumix the AVCHD files do not display for download. Can anyone help with what's happening here?
Also, will need some software to watch the MOD and AVCHD files when they do get downlaoded. What can anyone recommend? - would prefer to get one software package that will work on both types of files.
thanks
Scott

scottbrayshaw wrote:
... Can I transfer and view the files using iMovie? What about the MOD files?
for the Lumix, use iMovie
for .mod, use iMovie too, read Chris' advice here, no additional tools needed:
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?messageID=11127834&#11127834
most Apple apps use their own internal workflow, which is triggered only, when you import straight from cam. so, 'Image Capture' isn't choice #1 to import video.

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