VC3 Video Freezes During Video Effects

I can use the same video effect numerious times in the same project, but sometimes during playback (review and publish) the "A" video will freeze when the transition starts, then after the effect is over video "B" plays normally.
I've tried different effects, deleted the action and tried recreating it but everytime the same action freezes no matter what effect is selected.
Jeff

Have you checked to see if there's an updated driver for your webcam from Asus?
Do the specs on your built in webcam say it's supposed to do HD?
Any chance you may have or be able to borrow an external USB webcam to plug in to a USB port and try as a troubleshooting step?
The symptoms you're experiencing seem strange and I'm trying to come up with a way to pin down where the problem actually lies.
Please note: I do not respond to requests for help via Private Message.

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