My take on this topic is that, for me, the approach has not been nearly so complicated.
The Mac OS is a streamlined interface to a unix core and using that interface (i.e. "The OS") makes life "much more easier."
I have had no problem with CDHK going through my Mac to eventual use.
Stuffit Expander is free and works without my intervention producing the content I need to transfer to my flash cards.
The only caveat is this:
The Mac OS uses hidden files for the user interface. The presence of these files on flash media can (and do) interfere with the cameras' recognizing the presence of a "firmware update" and hence it will not load.
Now, it is possible to use a terminal window to delete these hidden files and eject the flash media, but a much simpler solution is to download (and eventually purchase) an excellent utility which manages the necessary unix options - "BlueHarvest" (http://zeroonetwenty.com/blueharvest/)
(Note: There are other such utilities, some free.)
This utility can be configured to perform automatically or manually.
My Mac has not been a hinderance to my using various CDHK dealies - in fact, it has been very easy.
I hope this helps.
MacGuy 22:58, 6 June 2008 (UTC)
errors with scripted installation
mac os x 10.4.11 downloaded installations script, ran, and after a sec or two i get a error reading"you must unlock your SD card to install CHDK!" The SD card is unlocked. Not sure what to do after this. Help please.