Best Sequence Preset for Canon HG 10?

Hi guys, i have a Cannon HG10, but i am confused on which Sequence Preset to choose when starting a new project.
My settings for the Cannon are 1920x1080, 15mbps, PF25 (frame rate), 1080i
I want to choose the best settings possible for the best quality
also once my video is edited what are the best export settings for me?
i'm so confused
thanks for the the help

I you have no idea what to choose drag a file from the Project Window into the New Item Icon. That will setup the correct sequence.
On the whole it would be AVCHD 1080i50 non anamorfic.

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