Jagged edges on vector curves

When I create a vector shape (in this case a rectangle of about 600px wide and then use the pen tool to make a curved top) the curves are not smooth they look a little jagged/blurred - not as bad as hardline or feathered but not like I'd expect a vector curve. I am using 1px-soft with the edge anti-alias. I can get them to look slightly better by feathering 1px but I don't really want the blur of a 1px feather.
How can I get smooth vector curves in Fireworks?
Thanks

Apparently it's an innate flaw in FW but I don't recall anyone ever addressing whether or not it will or can be fixed. Which is strange, considering FW is on its umpteenth release...

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