7GB TS_Folder, burn to a dual-layered DVD

Hello: I want to burn a 7GB TS_Folder that is on my hard-drive to a dual-layered DVD. If I bypass the "Project Mode" and just try to "Format then Burn", DVD Studio Pro 4 says I need to set a "Break-Point". Is there an easy way to do this without converting the VOB files ... to a DVD Studio compatible format then create a whole project ? I just want to Burn to the dual-layered DVD. I did not find the manual helpful in this case. Thank-You, MLR

You will need to go back to your original project in DVD SP to set markers that will work for a breakpoint, sounds like you may have deleted something along the way (.lay file or other)
Some threads with answers and also links to other threads all discussing how to set breaks
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?messageID=4916558
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?messageID=4609543
Did you have a proper break point before when you authored the project?

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