Capture problem using FCP 6.0.1 on Imac 1.9 GHz

---I have come across a problem capturing DV on a sony dv deck into FCP 6.0.1. The Logging window remains black, but by using the screen on the deck I have tried to log footage anyway. When I go to capture the video all I get is slug. I have checked the settings to make certain that it is not set for audio only, I have trashed the pref's, and I have tried to do this on several of the Imacs, but cannot get the footage captured.
---I have posted this same issue on the lafcpug site but was moved from the bug catagory and hidden down on the listings. So I am not getting any help at all with this issue. I am hoping by posting here on the Apple FCP forum maybe someone will be able to tell me what the issue is.
---Thank you,
----Donovon

Well it appears as though I ran into a few bad decks in a row, go figure huh? I knew the issue did not make sense, but what are the odds of so many bad decks in a row?
---This definately goes into the oops catagory!
-----Donovon

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