reliable with imac? So can I use this sony with my new Imac?
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I just started using the 8gb on an iMac with Leopard. After connecting the Walkman, it appears as a device mounted in the finder. One can just drag-n-drop items to the appropriate folder on the Walkman (VIDEO for movies, MUSIC for, well, music). The problem I'm having is determining the exact type of file formats it supports. It will play music downloaded from iTunes no problem--both protected and unprotected files. It will not, however, play files I rip from a CD with iTunes using its Apple Lossless Encoding. This boggles my mind. I am also having a terrible time trying to get movies to work. The Sony website has a tutorial explaining that video files need to be 320x240. Fine. I used Handbrake to convert a file to this size. It's encoded as H.264/AVC, which the Walkman documentation says is correct. It still won't play. So, it's definitely not as easy as an ipod. But, it sounds a lot better, and that's what counts. Meanwhile I'm sure I'll figure these things out--but the average user's head will probably explode trying to deal with this.
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I dont know. I didnt work (audio) with my early-2009 iMac. Maybe a newer model but once again, I am not really sure.
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Yes, it will work with newer iMac as well as older type with 2.0 & 3.0 however super drive from apple seem to use more power. I've used panasonic DVD RW driver similar to super drive seem to work with USB hub.
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it worked to connect my Sony Video Camera to my iMac. Keep in mind the computer did not automatically see the camera. I had to open the video software, which recognized the video camera
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I have used it with PS3 and a 2009 iMac and no issues. Sometimes the signal craps out or video and audio are out of sync but you just have to exit and re enter target video mode on your Mac (APPLE + F2) and it always fixes the problem. I have been using this box for almost 2 years now and it works as new.
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it was originally compatible buy no does not work with our iMacs. It does, however, still work with our iPhones but I don't know for how much longer that will be true.
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I use it on the PC. You can use it on any computer with a USB 2 0r USB 3 . If the 2013 iMac has a Thunderbolt and you would want to utilise it's high transfer speed capability , you would need to buy seperatly an optional Thunderbolt adapter.
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but is this (or other dig cameras) compatible w/older Macs, like the antiquated imac OS 8.5 that I own??? I've gotten conflicting answers to that question from local computer and/or camera salespeople. The camera salespeople say yes, no problem w/your old mac - just download via cable to usb after installing driver on cd. the mac specialist salesguy claimed my imac was too old a system for digital camera compatiblity. but then he was trying to sell me a new Macbook. So - what's the truth? Thanks for any response!
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Actually, the Sony HD camcorders will work with Mac OS X. You just have to jump through some hoops with some third-party freeware to get the video and audio to a workable format. I used a Sony HD camcorder from work and was eventually able to edit on my MacBook (with audio, which was the stumbling block for the longest while), then made a DVD from it.
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sorry no one has responded to you. ABSOLUTELY. I am a die hard Mac fan, and with this sony, it is so easy. You do need to buy a Firewire cable. But once you do, as soon as you hook it to your Mac, iMovie will automatically launch and you are on your way to making movies from footage. (this assumes you are on a current system such as Panther or Tiger...)
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From the reviews I've read - yes. However I've had no experience in that arena since I am iMac based. Sorry I can't be of more help.
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I just checked another seller's description of this device, which indicated it is compatible with a Mac with OSX 10.4 version or later. I use a IMAC too, and needed to know this information before making my purchase of this item. Hope this helps you.
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I use it for my MBP and it works great and was priced right. It shouldn't matter what MBP/ iMac you have.
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Here is a link to the Sony site. HDR-CX260V is compatible with MAC. http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/support-info.pl?info_id=1192&mdl=HDRCX260VB
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I do not have an iMac but I do have an ipad, ipad mini, iphone 4 and it works just fine. So I don't see why it won't work on the iMac. Oh yeah it works on my pc too.. good luck
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We use it with other IMacs, but checked online, found this:As long as you pair with Blootooth. Yes. But in order for all keys to function you'll need >= 10.5.8 and the keyboard update (search apple for kb/HT3932), or >=10.6 (e.g; fn arrows for page up/down, home, end, delete, media transport) [MBP 4,1]
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Yes! This camera is amazing. I used it all summer and filled 1TB up in just video. I have an Imac and they were made for each other. The only thing I wish is that the Imac would burn DVDs in 1080, but for now I'll settle for the 720.