HDV Capture Problems

[LeperMessiah26]

I am trying to transfer some tapes for a friend. He sent me his Canon HV30 to use. I have had many problems with Windows and programmes even recognizing the camera. That seems to be ok for the minute in that regard.

Right now though, EVERY single program I use to try and capture ends up "Not responding" and I have to force close the program. Again, EVERY program I try to use fails to capture.

Programs used

Sony Vegas 13
TMPGenc Video Mastering Works 5
Cyberlink Powerdirector 12
HDVSplit
WinDV

All those programs end up wanting to close due to "Not Responding" What am I doing wrong? When 5 programs fail, then its usually a user problem, or some settings that are wrong somewhere.

PLEASE HELP!!!!!

Thanks in advance
Michael