Tethering with Firewire. Anyone? (Canon 1DMKII, 1DMKIIN or Nikon D1, D1X)

Can anyone confirm their ability to tether over Firewire with Aperture 3 under 10.6.4?
I've got two bodies that are on the supported list for Firewire. However, neither camera is able to tether. Aperture 3 can see them for import, but just not for tethering. The tethering HUD always says "No Camera Detected".
However, I can tether with my iPhone
Anyway, just wanted to confirm whether or not anyone else is able to tether over Firewire.
Thanks!

I wish I could help you with your question, but I cannot. Your post however brought me to wonder where I can find the list of cameras that can be tethered and where can I find information on how to teather it?
Thanks

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PlotinusVeritas wrote:
Alchroma wrote:
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