-IEEE-1394 FireWire™ interface (in/out) for transfer of digital video/audio to NLE platforms.
So apparently the camera does do passthrough. How to do it, that's another question. I almost bought one of these but I opted for the Canon GL-2 instead.
No Zippy, but you might be the only one around for a little while. Believe it or not, some folks have lives that require them to not be on the forums all the time.
The cam does do passthrough, I've done it. the answer is also in the owners manual, look at page 64 (pdf version, paper might be different)
Have you noticed that Zippy has toned down his endless attacks because he is knee deep in Vegas and is really incapable of dealing with the most rudimentary problems. I'm a bit less forgiving then you guys so I won't ease off until he apologizes to members.