Leopard DVD keeps ejecting

I am currently running on a Power Mac G4 with Panther installed. I am trying to install Leopard on there only every time I put the disk in it is not recognised by the Mac and a couple of seconds later the drive ejects. I am using a Pioneer 106D. I have heard that flashing works however I cannot find the kernal and the general files. Please help as I have been trying for days.
Many thanks,
Jordan

First, does your Mac meet the *Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard installation system requirements*
http://support.apple.com/kb/TA24950 ?
Second, does you Mac have a DVD reading disc drive?
Third, is the DVD you are using a black retail installer (correct) or a gray installer or upgrade installer from another model Mac (can't use)?
*Installing Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard*
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1544
*Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard Installation and Setup Guide*
http://manuals.info.apple.com/en/leopard_install-setup.pdf
 Cheers, Tom

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