Dropped Frames instantly after beginning to capture

I've been uploading video and had no problem, then randomly at one point I got the 'dropped frames' message, and now I get it instantly after clicking capture... I feel like it's something with the computer, since the video plays back fine until I click capture.
Thanks
Ryan

I'd first try running a head cleaning tape in the camcorder. Even though the video plays fine, the timecode track may not be being read properly.
Next, check to see how much free space is available on your media hard drive. Always maintain at least 10 to 15% free space.
And also try capturing with another Firewire cable.
-DH

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