Project settings in CS5

In Encore CS5, I would like to create a DVD (not a Blu Ray) with the settings at 1280x720. However, the default is set to 720x480 and it will not let me switch. Is there a way to switch the settings?
Thanks!

Link to DVD Demystified FAQ http://forums.adobe.com/thread/544206 may help
Also, The tutorial list in message #3 http://forums.adobe.com/message/2276578 may help, with more help in message #5

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