Blu Ray dvd writing export possible from LR 4.2 ?

Hello,
I would like to know if it is possible to write to a blu ray dvd writer with photo files from the export module of LR 4.2. I would think that this is possible but I have found that blu ray writing is not supported by a competitor product, which I do use, and so I decided to ask in this forum.
I am contemplating purchase of a Blu ray dvd writer for this purpose.
I would appreciate any first hand experience of performing this task above in LR 4.2. (I am using Windows 7 with LR 4.2 and have not purchased a blu ray writer yet).
Thank you,
Debra Gillilan

Hi John
During import turn off Opimalization video option in import dialog  window (iMovie, of course).
Don't use any optimization function during editing.
Very important is how did you export data from iMovie. Don't use "Export to iDVD" function!!!!
Always make an Export to QuickTime!
Setup an export using following parameters:
H.264 Codec, Compressor quality: high, Size: 1920 x 1080 (I assume, you source is HD)
Similar, in iPhoto use "Export" function, then choose Slideshows (or Photos, it depends, what do you want to export), and then "Own Export", and then similar parameters as in iMovie (H.264, .....)
After export you have HD movie, in .mov container. Probably in best possible quality available in iMovie.
And now try to import to iDVD. Don't forget iDVD creates DVD, what means SD (not HD).
I use Toast 10 with HD plug in (is neccessary to create Blue Ray DVD)
I had the similar error (-18771). In my case there was problem with source - ask on Roxio forum site.
Good luck
Rafal

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