Incomplete swf import

Hi.im trying to import swf files produced by an external party into an existing captivate project. There are 3 files varying in length from 3-5 minutes. On each attempt to import the files captivate seems to import successfully, but when viewing the file in capticate edit or preview mode the swf has been cut off and is only approx 70% of the original.
So for example the first 5 minute swf (in original form) is now only 3 or so minutes when imported viewed in captivate - with the end section cut off.
The files are basically powerpoint presentations converted into swf. I cant get the original ppt files.
Any suggestions?
thanks
Gav

I am having the same problem however the solution provided did not work for me.
I have inserrted an .swf file as an animation, when I play the slide the entire video plays (approx 45.5 seconds) . When I preview or publish the .swf is cut off around the 23 second mark.
Technical details:
Captivate 4
inserting a .swf file
Windows 7
64-bit OS
Suggestions?
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