Print on a DVD - a4 format chosen by the driver

I use to print on DVD with a program delivered along with my Epson printer R220. I would like to design the label in ID CS4, but cannont choose the right "paper format". Any experience or advice?
Yours Knud

I was a bit unclear. I want to print on the disc itself. I choose "source" to cs/DVD - "Type" to cd/DVD premium surface - and the only option on "size" is a4. This cause the print not to hit the disc.
yours Knud

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