IMac G5 does not recognise datawrite +R DL

iMac G5 2.0 with Tiger and latest software update with DVD PIONEER DVD-RW DVR-K04L and firmware Revision D441.
I place the DVD in the slot and it the Mac is obviously trying to read it but the it ejects it. The display does not even show an icon on the desktop. I have checked the internet but have found no help. Any ideas? Thanks in advance

First, and forgive me if this is a dumb question on my part, I presume you're certain your iMac has a dual-layer capable SuperDrive? Only the last generation of iMac G5, introduced in May of 2005, had a dual-layer SuperDrive.
But if you know for sure that your iMac has a dual-layer drive, you might just try a different brand of media. Some brands work better in some drives than others. Otherwise, if you don't get an answer here, try asking in the iMac G5 area. This forum is for the new Intel-based iMac and so perhaps not the most likely place for you to get a quick and accurate response.
Good luck.

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