Now I know this is an old thread, but I found most of its content very useful as I too own a silver Sanyo HD1000, and Im looking for some help.
Seeing as the HD1000 lacks firewire, is there any alternative to connect the HD1000 to a laptop to view what Im recording on the camera.? Basically instead of using the small lcd inbuilt in the camera, I wish to use either my MBP, or Windows machine as a monitor whilst recording my videos.
I shoot a lot of static videos you see, including unboxing videos of various gadgets, and accessories, and really could do with a monitor functionality to get the best angled shots Im looking for.
If anyone out there still owns one of these great Cameras, please get in touch. I have the silver Sanyo Xacti HD1000 with remote control, and docking station, and various leads for HDMI etc.