After Effects CC - output module – codec settings not responding

I am trying to render a clip in AE CC. When I want to change the codec settings for Prores or DNxHD, the menu appears for a second an then disappears again.
It is impossible to make changes.
Any help very much appreciated.
Regards,
Uli
Specs:
OSX 10.7.5
8-core 2,24 GhZ
20 GB RAM
Adobe Master Collection

Hi everybody
I did the following to solve ALL problems I had with crashes, file reading errors, AJA video preview, switching to other software etc.
(@Todd: refering to the other blog, all these problems are solved as well! I work with QT movies and MXF.)
– Deleted all DVCpro components
– Reset PRAM
– Repaired Permissions in Safe Mode
– Deleted AE prefs when starting AE
Now I can switch and play around like I always did.
And even my AJA output stays there when getting back to AE.
Thanks for your support and help!
Regards,
Uli

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