.MTS files conversion

Hi,
I've got a simple question--why can't I import .MTS files into Final Cut Express (or pro for that matter) and simply (VERY simply) convert them to mp4 or .wav format for my non-HD family members (some barely even use DVD), or for me to post on facebook?
Help!
Thanks!
Vic

Hi -
Verify that you are using FCE 4.0.1. You can determine this by launching FCE, and clicking on About Final Cut Express. In the splash screen that opens, you should see the version number of the software. If it is not 4.0.1, you need to update your software by going to the Apple Menu and clicking on Software Update.
Next shut down your computer, unplug your camera and turn your camera off.
Start up your Mac, and then launch FCE.
Once FCE is running, go to the menu File > Log and Transfer to open the Log and Transfer window.
Click on the little gear shaped icon towards the upper middle of the L&T window
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Select Preferences from the drop down menu.
When the preference window opens, set the AVCHD Plug-In audio format to Plain Stereo.
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Now close the Log and Transfer window. Quit FCE. Now plug in your camera and power it on.
Launch FCE and open the Log and Transfer Window.
Does the window populate with clips from you camera?
If not, are there clips on the camera memory that are recorded with different formats such as Standard Definition and High Definition both on the same storage device? The clips all need to be High Definition to work on Log and Capture.
Please post back if this does not help.

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astanuga wrote:
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Take a look at this screenshot
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