Can't import more than a few seconds of video (using Canon Elura 70)

I'm trying to import video from my Canon MVX250i (also called Elura 70 in some countries) using iMovie HD 5.0.2.
The camera is detected fine and can be controlled using the iMovie control buttons.
Importing works okay for a few seconds, but then the video stops being imported and the iMovie display changes to a blue screen with the words "Camera Playing". The camera itself is unaffected and continues to play.
The same setup (camera, MiniDV tape, computer, firewire cable) works fine with iMovie 4.0.1. Also, HDD space isn't an issue.
Is there a known incompatibility between my camera and iMovie HD?
What do I need to do to get this working?
Powerbook G4   Mac OS X (10.4.5)   iMovie HD 5.0.2

Hi Bengt,
Thanks for your reply.
Just a question. Did You record in LP-mode on Your
Camera ?
No, my video is recorded using SP-mode.
If You torn off - import as individual clips - in
iMovie pref. Does
it work better ?
I can't find an option in iMovie HD of this name. The closest one to this is called "Start a new clip at each scene break". Turning this off does not help.
Is FileVault on (in Your Mac) ? turn it off !
FileVault has always been turned off.
I have read elsewhere in this forum that having external firewire drives plugged in can interfere with the importing of video.
I am using an external firewire drive. It is connected to the Firewire 800 port, while the camera is using the FW400 port. They are not daisy-chained.
This setup works with iMovie 4, so I don't see why it shouldn't work for iMovie HD 5 as well.
Matt

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