Tom,
Thanks for responding.
I have OS X 10.4.8
PowerPC G5 w/ dual 2 GHz
1 GB ram
FCP 5.0.4
Deck is the Sony FX1 – HDV to DV
Using a Lacie 160 GB external drive connected to G5
FX1/Deck Settings:
VCR HDV/DV HDV
COMPONENT 1080i/480i
iLINK CONV ON (HDV to DV)
TV TYPE 16 X 9
A/V to DV OUT OFF
FCP Settings:
Easy Setup: DV Anamorphic
Hope this info is what you were looking for.
Ron