Unknown file error when capturing in FCP 6

I capturing from a DVD, using AJA Kona card, component in. I can preview the video in Log & Capture, but when I try to Capture Now, I get an unknown file error and cannot capture. Just a regular DVD, analog capture. I've tried creating new projects. I save to an internal HD with over 300GB of available space. What am I missing?

If it is a data file drag and drop it on your desktop and open it.
If it is an encoded movie file can you play it? If so you can use the software I suggested to rip it from the DVD.
Give it a go.

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