How to start Windows in Bootcamp?

Hi,
I have installed Windows succesfully with bootcamp and I do know how to start Windows on start up. But when I restart with the option key held down, select the Windows system and push the button with the straight arrow, Mac Os X starts and not Windows.
Does anyone have the same problem? And how can I fix this?
I know that I can also open the Startup Disk pane of System Preferences and then select the Windows system, and restart the computer. But Why doesnt it work on start up?
Thanks in advance.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rMDjZQqz-i8
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