20 Most Recent Canon ZR85 Mini DV Digital Camcorder Questions & Answers

Because if you only connect with USB that's normal.
USB tranfers still photos.
For Video you will require a firewire cable connected to camera and computer.

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When the product is too old and there are no repair parts sitting in a warehouse somewhere.....it isn't going to get repaired.

Any battery will lose the ability to take a charge if left unused for over a year. Replace all the batteries, charge them fully, and re-charge them at least once a month.

It sounds as if your battery is shot. If it does it with any battery then that's not the case, of course, but a Batteries Plus store can test it for you or you can just order a replacement from Amazon. I've had good luck with Wasabi Power replacement batteries from Amazon.com.

Yes, it uses MiniDV tapes. The SD function on the camera is used to capture still shots.

is the unit charging but you cant see the light for charging or it's not charging at all?

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