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19 Answers
- Posted on May 05, 2011
Re: I am trying to transfer pics from my camera to my pc ...
Here are some steps to run through to make sure the camera works as you'd expect it:
- Ensure that all cables are properly secured from the computer to the camera.
- Ensure that the memory card has not been dislodged from the camera.
- Check
the camera's memory socket and the memory card for debris. A can of
'compressed air' can work wonders (typically available at any computer
store).
- Make certain that the port connecting the camera
to the computer is not damaged. Look for any bent pins in the camera's
memory slot. Try replacing the camera cable. If the camera uses a USB
port, try another USB port. If you don't have another USB port
available, try plugging in another USB device to verify that the USB
port is working.
- Check the power source on the camera. If
you're using batteries while attempting to transfer the pictures to the
PC, try changing your batteries, recharge the batteries, or use an A/C
adapter.
- Try reinstalling the digital camera software on
your computer. In most cases, reinstalling over top of the existing
software will resolve this issue.
- Take the media out of
the digital camera and attempt to download it to another computer. If
all else fails, try formatting the camera media. Most newer-generation
digital cameras equipped with an LCD screen have a menu option that can
format your media.
Hope this helps.
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