Imovie MPG files not importing

how do i import MPG files? i have tried everything and my movies still wont play. do i have to download a program? i have a Sony 47 camcorder.
PLEASE HELP!!!!!

Here are some [detailed instructions|http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=2255575] but instead of importing your mpg file from DVD you will just drag your mpg files into mpeg streamclip. Try it without buying the $20 component. Mpeg Streamclip will tell you if you need it.

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HarrisS13 wrote:
Thanks ad2345.
I tried a different converter and also changed the playback preferences -which was down at 44.1kHz- up to 96kHz as I know the hi res files are supposed to be up at this level.
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