Cannot export entire HDV sequence

Hey guys - now I'M stuck.
I have a 16 min HDV 1080i sequence that I'm exporting out using FCP - sending it out as Pro Rez 1080i for easier dealing with.
But it only sends out 6 or so minutes - always stopping at the same spot.
A few things -
1 -in/out is set correctly
2 - the export doesn't quit - it goes to 100%.
Any thoughts?
pJ

I'd get rid of the In/Out points, Send To Compressor, drop the ProRes 422 preset onto it, let Compressor do it's thing.

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