Jvc camcorder help?

I have a JVC GR-D340EK digital video camera and when i connect it to the computer, it says it is not recognised, do i need a different cable or something?

Have you tried the JVC support site??

If you have a mini dv (cassette) camcorder鈥?
Your dv camcorder needs a firewire connection (ieee 1394) in order to download video, your PC probably did not come with a firewire port, so you will have to buy one and install it, since most computers (except possibly brand new) don't come with a firewire port, your camcorder did not come with a firewire cord so you have to purchase a cord too. Your camcorder did come with a USB cord and that is used for downloading stills from your camcorder. Make sure your camera is in playback mode.

GR-D340EK , a miniDV vcam, must be FIREWIRE**-connected to pc to upload video thru video capture or video editing (VES)* software while vcam is on playback. Note: DV or Firewire port of vcam is 4pin. Before cable purchase ** (Vcam/4pin->CABLE->PC (4/ 6pin?), check the firewire port of PC whether 4 or 6 pin. If none, procure firewire card: pci for pc or pcmia for laptop (Google).
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Firewire

for starters, free Windows Movie Maker* (XP-wmm2 & Vista-wmm6) provides simple & easy way to learn the ropes < click help for details>. Upgrade to intermediate video editing app accdg. to need & skill level
http://video-editing-software-review.top...

video editing process-XP
>>> open wmm- start/all programs/wmm->TASK pane
1. Capture video stream** - editing software remotely controls vcam operations
2. Edit- drag/drop files->timeline & enhance w/effects, transition, music & titles
3. Finish (render)- save Movie file, also save Project* ** file
4. Share-burn to CD (if DvD, thru a DvD authoring app like DvD Flick, Nero, etc.)

video editing process- Vista wmm6
Import, Edit, Publish

go to jvc website and download the software