Lion to Tiger install issues

I have a macmini I installed Lion onto, but want to take it back to Tiger. I have gray Tiger 4.7 disks that say "MacMini" on them, but when I reboot with the disk, I get an error message saying that this system cannot be installed on this computer. I bought several macmini's at the same time and only kept one copy of the install disks.... So, technically, these disks might not have come with this exact machine, is that my problem? Any help out there? How can I get it to boot and install?
I've held the option key down, and chosen the install disk. It acts like it's going to install, and then gives the error message.

That seems he wrong Mini Install Disc, your model needs 10.4.10 minimum...
Pre-Installed MacOS:
X 10.4.10 (8R3014)
Maximum MacOS:
X 10.7.5*
http://www.everymac.com/systems/apple/mac_mini/specs/mac-mini-core-2-duo-1.83-sp ecs.html
That Install Disc seems it's for the earlier Core Duo 1.83 Ghz...
Pre-Installed MacOS:
X 10.4.7 (8J2135)
Maximum MacOS:
X 10.6.8*
http://www.everymac.com/systems/apple/mac_mini/specs/mac_mini_cd_1.83-specs.html

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