Questions about a JVC mini dv camcorder

Hello, I have a JVC Mini DV Camcorder. The model # is GR-D370U. It has a firewire and USB port. I want to be able to download video onto my computer to work with in Imovie. I do not have any of the software that came with the camera. I own a USB cord for the camera. Is there a way to just use this cable and avoid the firewire? Also what program can I use to download the video because when I connect the camera with the USB cord and turn it on nothing happens. Thanks for your help.

Hi (ciao) Brackh amd welcome to the forums!
I do not have any of the software that came with the camera.
You don't need any.
I own a USB cord for the camera. Is there a way to just use this cable and avoid the firewire?
No, iMovie will only import via firewire.
Also what program can I use to download the video because when I connect the camera with the USB cord and turn it on nothing happens
That's because you are trying to use USB!
You use iMovie to import the video from the camera (via firewire!) and to edit the movie, then iDVD to make the DVD.

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