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Installation Guide
2014
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  • Page 1 TiVo Installation Guide 2014...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Whole Home Setup TiVo Mini Whole Home Configurations Accessories TiVo Mini TiVo Stream Slide Pro Remote DVR Expander IP and IR Codes TiVo Roamio Remote Control Slide Pro Remote Home Automation and Control Appendixes TiVo Roamio Remote TiVo Roamio Inputs/Outputs Glossary...
  • Page 3 DVRs builds on that legacy of innovation. Our most powerful and versatile DVR ever, Roamio is a multi-source, multi-room, whole-home solution that extends the TiVo experience beyond the home—with live and recorded shows streaming to any location in the world.
  • Page 4: Before You Start The Installation Evaluate The Installation

    Evaluate the Installation To complete Guided Setup you’ll need a CableCARD™ to receive cable channels and a network connection to connect to the TiVo service and premium content providers. Obtaining a CableCARD CableCARDs are available in one of two ways: Pick up: Customers can pick up a CableCARD from a local cable office.
  • Page 5: Install Checklist

    (single DVR only) (see page 13) (see pages 13-14) 6. Which service option will you be using? TiVo service is activated after install by visiting tivo.com/activate or by calling TiVo at 877-367-8486. DVR Service $14.99/month or $12.99/month if eligible for multi-service discount $499.99 one-time payment / $399.99 multi-service discount...
  • Page 6 Your Service Access Information Netflix LOG IN Email: Password: Amazon Instant Video TiVo box PIN to purchase/rent movies: LOG IN Email: Password: Hulu Plus LOG IN Email: Password: Pandora LOG IN Email: Password: Spotify LOG IN Email: Password: Have questions or need technical assistance? Contact (888) 921-8486 or email a specialist at...
  • Page 7: Guided Setup Get Started

    Setup allows configuration of network connectivity and automatically updates the operating system software and program guide information. You can repeat Guided setup by going to: TiVo Central (TiVo button) > Messages & Settings > Help > Restart or Reset System > Repeat Guided Setup.
  • Page 8: Networking

    Ethernet connection type. Follow the screen prompts to connect. Wireless A wireless configuration is a convenient way to connect a TiVo Roamio to a network. However, if you plan on adding additional rooms you will need to reconfigure the network connection.
  • Page 9: Cablecard

    CableCARD ™ Installation and Activation If you already have a CableCARD, insert the card into the back of the DVR. If you are waiting to pick up a CableCARD from the cable company office, or you are not going to use a CableCARD (Antenna or Clear QAM installs), follow the prompts to continue without a CableCARD.
  • Page 10: Switched Digital Video

    TiVoPro Tip Switched Digital Video Some cable providers have not yet completed their all-digital conversion. If your customer can connect the coax cable directly to a non-HD television and receive a significant number of cable network channels, the install may require the use of an SDV (Switched Digital Video) adapter. This piece connects to the Roamio DVR via USB and allows Roamio to request channels on a SDV system.
  • Page 11: Antenna

    Initial screen Antenna Verification Scan Channel Scan Complete (return to Networking, page 9) TiVo App A free app is available for iOS* and Android devices that provides second-screen interaction for TiVo DVRs. < Remote < Browse < Search < Manage...
  • Page 12: Whole Home Setup

    TiVo Mini is an IP-based solution and requires an active network connection for every standard installation. TiVo Mini allows you to watch live TV or recorded shows streamed from a compatible TiVo DVR. It also lets you access content from Hulu Plus, YouTube™, Pandora...
  • Page 13: Whole Home Configurations

    Whole Home Configurations Ethernet Use this option if you have wired Ethernet connections available to all TiVo boxes on your home network. Figure A MoCA If Ethernet connections are not available in every location you will need to select an alternate connection method to add TiVo devices to other rooms.
  • Page 14: Tivo Mini

    TiVo Stream ® TiVo Stream (sold separately) is an accessory for use with the 4-tuner Roamio and any Premiere DVR. TiVo Stream allows you to watch live TV or recorded shows on your iPad , iPhone and iPod touch devices running iOS 5.1 or later and download ®...
  • Page 15: Software Installation

    SSID and passphrase from the wireless network, and the Media Access Key (MAK) from the TiVo DVR. You can also log in using your TiVo account email and password. You can locate the MAK on the DVR by navi- gating to TiVo Central >...
  • Page 16: Slide Pro Remote

    Launch app: Once the portable device is on the same network as the DVR, launch the TiVo app, enter the MAK if this was not already done, select the Setting tab in the top left-hand corner, then select Setup TiVo Stream (see screenshot below).
  • Page 17: Ip And Ir Codes

    TiVo 0x96 Pause * ZRC = Use Table 2-4 RF4CE ZRC Key Command 0x49 Forward Definitions for Byte 0. TiVo = Use Table 2-5 RF4CE TiVo Vendor-specific TiVo 0x25 Slow Command Definitions for Byte 0. SPEC-XXXXX 5 November, 2013 TiVo Proprietary and Confidential - Do Not Distribute!
  • Page 18: Slide Pro Remote

    TiVo = Use Table 2-5 RF4CE TiVo Vendor-specific Command Definitions for Byte 0. RF Mode Operation RF mode is entered by pairing the RCU to a TiVo target device as described in Section 2.2. When operating in RF mode all of the keys will send the RF4CE codes as specified in Table 2-4.
  • Page 19: Home Automation And Control

    TiVo unit via IP is turned off to ensure network security. Compatible Control Systems: Important Default Setting 1. Go to TiVo Central > Messages & Settings > Settings > Remote, CableCARD & Devices > Network Remote Control 2. Choose Enabled 3.
  • Page 20: Appendixes

    Appendix 1 TiVo Roamio Remote The TiVo Roamio remote control has a number of alternate button functions that are useful for enhancing the DVR experience. New users should become familiar with the remote as part of the Roamio DVR installation process, especially if this is their first TiVo DVR experience.
  • Page 21 The “Live TV” button swaps between tuners, enabling viewers to time shift (pause/rewind) multiple channels at the same time. The “Back” button quickly exits applica- tions without having to scroll all the way Click the “Zoom” to the left. button to resume the show in the upper right-hand corner.
  • Page 22: Tivo Roamio Inputs/Outputs

    Appendix 2 TiVo Roamio Plus/Pro TiVo Roamio...
  • Page 23: Glossary

    TiVo DVRs Set one up, and the TiVo service will make sure use a multi-stream CableCARD (M-Card) to record the show every week, even if the which is inserted into a slot in the back of the day or time changes.
  • Page 24 Contact (888) 921-8486 or email a specialist at tivodemo@tivo.com. © 2014 TiVo Inc. All rights reserved. TiVo, the TiVo logo, Roamio, the Thumbs Up and Thumbs Down logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of TiVo Inc. or its subsidiaries worldwide. iPhone and iPad are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. Android is a trademark of Google Inc.

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