Portadat to FCP 7 on MacBook Pro?

I have a timecode portadat. What hardware and software do I need to transfer it to final cut pro 7 on my macbook pro?

I"ve encountered just the opposite.. works fine with my MBP, and my MP... Both had clean installs done to them though... as in erase and install.
Since you can capture HDV, your FireWire bus is likely alright... what are you using to capture DV with?
Jerry

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Many people use MBPs with that sort of spec very successfully.
Many also use models with a lower spec.
Having said that, if you read the forum, you will find some editors with MacPros of the highest spec complaining of problems with FCP X.
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You'd be better off buying a refurb 15"... Look for an Intel machine... these older machines have more ports, and will do you MUCH better than the current 13" machines.
http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/specialdeals/mac?mco=MTE3NjY
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I cant get fullscreen playing in FCP 7 on Macbook pro retina mid 2012 running 10.8.3mountain lion
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Portadat to FCP 7 on my macbook pro?

I have a timecode portadat. What hardware and software do I need to transfer it to final cut pro 7 on my macbook pro?
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