Reading about the Zenith, it can't really read anything besides a dvd movie and somethimes not even that very well. Couldn't find info on the tv/dvd unit. There is hope for the Toshiba SD2109. People have had had success using +rw after changing the DVD+RW disk from Mode 1 to Mode 2. Somebody also reported after updating their firmware, it played dvd-r perfectly.

ah thanks .....but how do u update the firmware and also how do change the +rw disk from mode 1 to mode 2?

Not sure about updating the firmware. You could try Toshiba customer support. I'm guessing you change the mode in the burning software options/prefrences.

Details on Players and firmware
 

http://www.vcdhelp.com/dvdplayers.php

This is primarily a compatibility list, but it has a "forum" where you can read what others have done, and post your experience as well. They also provide links on hacking the firmware (region free, etc) and where to get firmware updates and how to install them.

Good Luck!

Raist

try traxdata, ritek or and i have been using Datasafe:datawrite

they have been working a treat hey guys take Note a Cheap alternative traxdata they work on PS2 and DVD's

including GTA VC

k im off down the pub;)