Help with Slideshow?

I created a slideshow using Keynote complete with all transitions and delays, etc. I exported it to IDVD. Once it was complete I attampted to burn a DVD and got an error message. On checking the map of the DVD, it tells me I have empty drop zones. How do I correct this?

Hi Dustoff:
Welcome!
Authoring in iDVD 6
http://www.kenstone.net/fcphomepage/idvd_6stone.html
You have to place a photo or video in the drop zones of iDVD. if you do not want drop zones, simply drag a photo or video into he drop zone screen and it will cover them up. that way you don't need to place anything in them.
Sue

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