Download the from the "Legacy XDCAM Applications" section of the Sony website . Unzip the package and mount the disk image (.dmg). Run the installer package and follow the on-screen prompts. Restart your Mac to finalize the driver installation. Important Legacy Note
: Once installed, it allows FCP to mount Professional Discs as volumes in the Mac Finder, enabling seamless native importing of MXF and MP4 files. Download the from the "Legacy XDCAM Applications" section
The is a legacy software utility for macOS designed to bridge Sony XDCAM hardware with Apple’s Final Cut Pro (FCP) editing systems. It enables users to browse, log, and import media directly from Professional Discs and SxS memory cards. Key Features & Components Restart your Mac to finalize the driver installation
For modern video editing workflows (Final Cut Pro 10.2 and later), Sony has largely replaced standalone Transfer packages with the and the Catalyst Browse utility. If you are using a recent version of macOS, ensure you have the Pro Video Formats update installed via the Apple App Store to maintain native codec support. It enables users to browse, log, and import
: Users can preview low-resolution proxy data directly from the source media before committing to a full-quality import of high-resolution native content.
: The package includes the FAM (File Access Mode) Driver , which is essential for the Mac to communicate with XDCAM camcorders and decks (such as the F800 or PDW-U1) via FireWire (i.LINK) or USB.
: In addition to importing, the software supports writing edited sequences back onto XDCAM Professional Discs or SxS cards from the FCP timeline. Installation & Requirements