Printing DVD labels to Epson Stylus Photo RX700 getting error

Two Parts
I've got a 800mhz G4 PowerBook running 10.4.11 and I can print to printable CDs/DVDs using either "Epson Print CD" which is HORRIBLE software, or Roxio's Disc Cover RE (Roxio Edition) from Toaster 9 (which is great) with no problems.
When I try to print from my white 24" intel core2duo with 10.5.3 with either of those the Printer Settings are crossed out so I can't select the settings it tells me to in order to print the label for the printable CD or DVD.
I've downloaded the latest print driver from Epson (2.3.1). I've tried uninstalling it and re-installing it and I get the same thing. Any ideas?

i have a similar problem and mine just say no drivers availible during the installation.

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