Converting PAL to NTSC for 16:9 DVD

Hi guys,
Im trying to turn my HDV1080i PAL project into an NTSC DVD that will play on a TOSHIBA 19lv505 tv with a screen that's 16x10 inches - and retain it's 16:9 ratio.
I compressed my project in compressor then dragged it into DVD Studio Pro. 4 The dolby audio.dc3 file was recognised but the .m2v file was rejected, was it was a PAL format. It would only be accenpted if the the Video Standard settings were switched from NTSC to PAL - but ultimately im trying to make an NTSC DVD.
Do i convert my project by opening it in a new project with different sequence settings or copy it into a new sequence within the same project, but with new sequence settings? There's only a NTSC 4:3 option, not a 16:9 option.
Current sequence settings are:
HD (1440 x 1080) (16:9)
pixel: HD 1440x1080
Field Dominance: Upper (odd)
Compressor (HDV 1080i50)
Audio: 48Khz
Any thoughts?
Thank you.

so after an hour hunting around on the internet it seems two common options are Nattress or Advanced Format Conversion in Compressor.
i appreciate there is probably much already said on this issue, but any thoughts as to which avenue is the better use of time and money?
thanks.

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