Sony HDC-HC1 HDV Camcorder

At this point Mac does not have an update for IMOVIE HD, inorder for me to import HDV video from my new HDV-HC1 HDV Camcorder. The screen stays blue, and will not import my video. Please anyone with an idea,or help as to how to import HDV video into my IMOVIE HD
Powerbook G4 15"   Mac OS X (10.4.3)  

I have the same camcorder. When you open a new project, you will automatically be given the option for 1080i.
Just remember, that after making your movie, it will take a very long time to convert/export it back to your camcorder. My 15 minute movie took about an hour, using a quad G5. Don't do this on Christmas eve like I did...
ishan
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