Burned CD-RW plays in some CD players

(I see many ?'s but no A's.) Here's another question. Burned iTune downloads using Memorex CD's and a Memorex DVD recorder, play in some CD players and are unrecognized by other players. Is this problem written in to prevent copying or is it a system fault?? If a fault, any suggestions?

Hi, alcalc.
The problem most likely occurs because of the CD players being used.
What types of devices read CD-RW discs?
Written CD-RW discs have slightly different optical characteristics (lower reflectivity and signal modulation) than prerecorded (pressed) and written CD-R discs and therefore are not as widely compatible. They can be read only on MultiRead-compliant CD-ROM drives, CD-R/RW recorders and MultiRead-compliant DVD-ROM drives and recorders. CD-RW discs are, in addition, compatible with some consumer electronics devices including MultiPlay-compliant portable, car and set-top CD audio players and MultiPlay-compliant DVD-Video players and recorders. Again, all CD and DVD devices that read CD-RW discs do not necessarily display the MultiRead or MultiPlay logos. If in doubt, consult with the hardware manufacturer.
-source: http://www.osta.org/technology/cdqa6.htm

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