Import m2ts files to FCE

Hi,
I have a problem importing m2ts files from an external HD into fce.
Can I do that without using some kind of converter which will probably do something to the quality.
Another problem is, that when I import directly from the camera(using Log and Transfer) I don't think the quality is as good as if I connect the camera directly to my TV.
I'm using Sony camera HDR-TG7 and Final Cut Express HD
Hope some of you guys can help me..?

In order to ingest .m2ts files into FCE from somewhere other than your camera, you need to have the entire folder (directory) structure that was on your camera's memory card/hard drive. If you only have the .m2ts files themselves, you will need to use something like Clipwrap to convert them to QuickTime before you will be able to import them into FCE and use them.
You could also try MPEG Streamclip (free) to convert them although you may also need the QuickTime MPEG2 Playback Component if you do not already have it on your Mac.

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Hey,
I have Final Cut Express 4.0.1 and a JVC everio camera.
Whenever i try to import my files to FCE via "Log and transfer", it just doesn't do anything, as if FCE doesn't know the camera is there,
please help !

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