Just got a Movie Box and can't get it to work

I just purchased a movie box from Pinnacle in hopes of transfering some of my vhs tapes to the computer in a quick and painless fashion. This is proved to be anything but!
First of all, even though the box is Mac compatible, the software isn't. And there are absolutely no instructions on how to use it with a Mac. I beilieve that I have everything hooked up correctly but have no idea where to go from here. It doesn't "pop up" on the screen or anything, and I can't find anywhere in iMovie to connect to it or import anything. It's like the computer doesn't even recognize it.
I was in a previous discussion group that told me to go with the movie box. Are any of you still out there that could shed a little light on the subject for me?

I have one it works fine. yeah, the Mac instructions aren't great. Try this.
(1) make sure you have your VCR audio and video outputs connected to the side with the two selection switches.
(2) be sure you know the difference between the audio and video outputs no matter which colors you use.
(3) make sure the indicator light is green on cable that connects to your computers firewire port.
(4) when you operate the vcr through Imovie. you will only be able to play your vhs tape. so to fast forward or reverse. you must use your vcr remote or your hand.
(5) to import your footage just click on import in imovie.
That should solve your problem. Also, in the future put these questions in the imovie forum.
P.s. if this is helps you give me a vote or two. LOL
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