Can't Import WMV Files - Header Error?

Hello, talented and attractive Adobe Forum.  Weird problem with Premier Pro CS5 - when I try to import an AVI file I'm getting a message telling me that it can't import the file because of a header error.  Can anyone tell me what that means, exactly?  These AVI files were converted from MTS files using a freeware program, HD Converter, by Coyote.  I've used this app before without a problem and the guy who's using my old software (CS3) is using these files without a problem.  Any reason why CS5 might be having this issue with them?
Any advice or suggestions welcome and appreciated.
Thanks!

thanks.
after reading about movie headers, i have come to believe that adobe could support wmv formats. but simply chooses not to do it.
apparently a lot of other software providers have made the same decision.
here is the really funny thing....i tried to make a dvd from the wmv files using microsoft's own dvd maker program
that they ship w windows 7. guess what - that does not work either!!!
apparently no-one, including microsoft, likes the proprietary microsoft format and don't feel like taking the time
to figure it all out. i cannot blame them.
what would be great - if adobe would just let you know that they do not support it, instead of the cryptic error message
about not being able to read the header. but then, adode is like that. they are so obtuse.  they remain commited to
providing an incoherent user experience.
in the meantime, you just have to convert these formats.
I found a great shareware program called Hamster. It is totally free and has a lot of great reviews. It is easy to use. you
can get it on cnet.com.
I converted the WMV to AVI, which loaded into Premiere Pro and I was able to finish my video.
rob

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