My '05 refuses to play burned CDRs

jankovig · 05-01-2008

I tried playing couple of Audio CDRs in Treg, but with no success. One CD I burned using Nero and the second one using windows media player. When I insert either one of them, CD player comes back with an error and ejects the CD. Has anyone encountered the same problem.
Thanks

**Vegas Matt** · 05-01-2008

Depending on the speed it is being burned, and the media that is used, there may not be enough contrast on the disc for the CD Player to read it. If your cd-burner drive is old, the laser could also be getting weak, also causing a lack of contrast.

Reco's= Use quality media (Memorex, Fuji, and TDK are my favs), burn it slow, and make sure it is set to CD-Audio format, not any other format like MP3, etc.

Matt

jankovig · 05-01-2008

I'm using a FujiFilm CDRs, so I don't think that's the issue. On the other hand, they are not stamped with the speed rating. Currently I'm burning at 24x, so that could be a little on the fast side. I have an LG Cd burner, which is about 5yrs old now. Maybe it's time for the new one. Miraculously both CDs starting working, so maybe decreasing the burning speed might help after all.
Either way thanks for your reply.

**Vegas Matt** · 05-01-2008

You're welcome. Generally, I don't burn audio above 8x. Try that, as I've had success since dropping the speed down.

Good luck,
Matt

zerokewl · 05-08-2008

Had same issue, except I changed brand names from Sony to Memorex and everything went smooth! Memorex will play in anything!

xtant · 05-13-2008

I've also noticed that Sony media sucks dog balls. I have had the best luck with tdk, next best I would say memorex.

Evan Hughes · 05-15-2008

the dealer told me that it wont play burned cds, even though i have got it to, he said that it messes the cd changer up

xtant · 05-16-2008

your dealer is a f**king moron. I could be wrong on this but I'm pretty sure the cd player uses a lazer and its either going to read or not I fail to see how any disk could damage the player. Even if you were to stick a DVD into it it won't read but i dont see it causing damage to the player.

dmm_au · 06-24-2008

I've found that the cd player in the front unit will play disks made on CD-RW cds, but the 6 stacker cd in the back is more fussy, returning a error on disks that will play in the front.

It does seem to play a no name read only (CD-R) disk that I burned at low speed, so I guess I'll need to invest in some tdk or memorex disks.

That's a shame, but thanks for the post.

Does anyone know if the standard cd unit will play mp3s of a CD?
A friend with a VW Caravelle claims his does.
I've not tried it, but it would be terrific if it did in the Touareg!

zerokewl · 06-30-2008

Should not matter CDRW or regular CD, cause regular original CD's were once burnt onto also!

05-01-2008	#1
jankovig Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 2	My '05 refuses to play burned CDRs I tried playing couple of Audio CDRs in Treg, but with no success. One CD I burned using Nero and the second one using windows media player. When I insert either one of them, CD player comes back with an error and ejects the CD. Has anyone encountered the same problem. Thanks

05-01-2008	#2
Vegas Matt Super Moderator Join Date: May 2005 Location: Henderson/Las Vegas NV Posts: 2,208	Depending on the speed it is being burned, and the media that is used, there may not be enough contrast on the disc for the CD Player to read it. If your cd-burner drive is old, the laser could also be getting weak, also causing a lack of contrast. Reco's= Use quality media (Memorex, Fuji, and TDK are my favs), burn it slow, and make sure it is set to CD-Audio format, not any other format like MP3, etc. Matt __________________ 2005 V6, Shadow Blue/Kristal Grey, Package 1 (Xenons/Sound 1), self-installed OEM Hitch, BlitzSafe Aux Adapter "I live in an RV. If it breaks down, I'm home. 'When you moving?' 'When I get a new radiator hose.'" - Mitch Hedberg

05-01-2008	#4
Vegas Matt Super Moderator Join Date: May 2005 Location: Henderson/Las Vegas NV Posts: 2,208	You're welcome. Generally, I don't burn audio above 8x. Try that, as I've had success since dropping the speed down. Good luck, Matt __________________ 2005 V6, Shadow Blue/Kristal Grey, Package 1 (Xenons/Sound 1), self-installed OEM Hitch, BlitzSafe Aux Adapter "I live in an RV. If it breaks down, I'm home. 'When you moving?' 'When I get a new radiator hose.'" - Mitch Hedberg

05-08-2008	#5
zerokewl Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 127	Had same issue, except I changed brand names from Sony to Memorex and everything went smooth! Memorex will play in anything! __________________ 2004 , V6 All-options, minus 4-climatic control, minus rear view camera, minus DVD-Nav (only CD Nav), minus Adaptive headlights, minus Suspension control, minus Heated steering wheel

05-13-2008	#6
xtant Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 317	I've also noticed that Sony media sucks dog balls. I have had the best luck with tdk, next best I would say memorex. __________________ here is my full install check it out and leave some comments http://www.sounddomain.com/ride/2183004

05-15-2008	#7
Evan Hughes Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 359	the dealer told me that it wont play burned cds, even though i have got it to, he said that it messes the cd changer up __________________ 05 egg, air, lockers, the works, V8- evan hughes

05-16-2008	#8
xtant Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 317	your dealer is a f**king moron. I could be wrong on this but I'm pretty sure the cd player uses a lazer and its either going to read or not I fail to see how any disk could damage the player. Even if you were to stick a DVD into it it won't read but i dont see it causing damage to the player. __________________ here is my full install check it out and leave some comments http://www.sounddomain.com/ride/2183004

06-24-2008	#9
dmm_au Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 116	I've found that the cd player in the front unit will play disks made on CD-RW cds, but the 6 stacker cd in the back is more fussy, returning a error on disks that will play in the front. It does seem to play a no name read only (CD-R) disk that I burned at low speed, so I guess I'll need to invest in some tdk or memorex disks. That's a shame, but thanks for the post. Does anyone know if the standard cd unit will play mp3s of a CD? A friend with a VW Caravelle claims his does. I've not tried it, but it would be terrific if it did in the Touareg! __________________ David 2008 T2 V6 TDI -Atacama Grey Metallic - Anthracite Leather - Black Piano Lacquer Inserts - T/Bar - Chrome Roof Bars - External Wheel Carrier, Pirelli 235/65/17 ATs, 550nm of Torque.

06-30-2008	#10
zerokewl Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 127	Should not matter CDRW or regular CD, cause regular original CD's were once burnt onto also! __________________ 2004 , V6 All-options, minus 4-climatic control, minus rear view camera, minus DVD-Nav (only CD Nav), minus Adaptive headlights, minus Suspension control, minus Heated steering wheel

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