DVDSP

I have exported my footage from FCP and imported the exported file into Assets in DVDSP. I have created my Menu with all the buttons I need, leaving several Chapter Markers without Buttons on the Menu. Simulator audio plays normally but the video remains stuck on the first frame. When I try to Burn to a blank DVD the disc is ejected and the Log shows at the bottom: "Track 1: Invalid Video Asset". I have deleted the DVDSP files and returned to FCP to re-export the footage but the same problem recurs each time. I have tried 'repairing permissions' and restarted my MacPro without success. I have created about eight DVDs on my new MacPro without this problem arising before. What on Earth is wrong ?
I would be very grateful indeed for any help. Thanks in anticipation. DL2
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Hi Gary, Many thanks for your very speedy answer. I have never used Compressor but always wait for the background 'encoding' to complete before burning. With the MacPro this takes a surprisingly short time compared to 'all night' encoding with my G4 Mac. Background encoding after dragging the video and audio files into the Timeline of DVDSP has been the way that has worked OK with my previous DVD burnings.
I have checked for PAL and can confirm that the file in the MPEG Folder is "PAL_4000m2v.par".
I will definitely be following your advice re Build before burning (using Compressor) although, as mentioned, I have found encoding after dragging into the Timeline of DVDSP has worked before.
Now I have confirmed as above, I wonder if you may be able to think of other reasons for this problem. Very grateful to you, Gary, for your coming to my aid. DL2

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