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Page 1 Then check out TiVo Suggestions (in Pick ©2004 by TiVo Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Printed in Mexico. TiVo, the TiVo logo, TiVo Central, the Jump logo, and the Programs to Record) and watch for Instant Replay logo are registered trademarks of TiVo Inc.
Page 2: Connecting The Serial Cable
Connect phone line to TiVo Note: Your cable or satellite box may also require a phone line. To connect both the ® TiVo DVR and the cable or satellite box to Connect TiVo DVR to TV the same phone jack, use the provided...
Page 3 User’s Guide ® Setting up your TiVo Digital Video Recorder ® Using the TiVo Service...
Page 4 The On-Screen Menus and the Remote Control Arrow Buttons ® ’ To navigate the TiVo s on-screen menus, use the ’ remote control s arrow buttons to move the highlight bar onto the option you want, then press SELECT. The LEFT arrow button often takes you to the previous screen.
Page 5: Programming The Remote Control
2 and 3 using the next code in the list. If none of the codes works, see Chapter 6 of this guide for alternatives. *You can also program your TiVo remote to control your TV’s input settings, an A/V receiver, and a second DVR. See Chapter 6 for complete instructions.
Page 6 Remote Control Tips Remote Active Light TiVo Button Press the TiVo button once to go to TiVo Central, or twice to go to Arrow Buttons Now Playing on TiVo. Live TV TV Power Press FORWARD ( ) and BACK ( ) up to 3 times for 3 speeds.
Page 7 Welcome to TiVo ! ®...
Page 8 SDOC-00081-000 © 2004 by TiVo Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Printed in Mexico. TiVo, the TiVo logo, TiVo Central, TiVolution, the TiVo and Smile Design, Ipreview, “TiVo, TV your way,” the Jump logo, and the Instant Replay logo are registered trademarks of TiVo Inc.
Page 9 No more videotapes. Because it’s all-digital, TiVo saves all your programs in one place so they’re ready to watch anytime. You can even start watching a show from the beginning—even while it’s still recording.
Page 10: Table Of Contents
® Activating the TiVo Service ..............24 Completing Guided Setup .
Page 11 Chapter 5: Watching Live TV and Recorded Programs .........65 Using the Control Buttons .
Page 12: Using This Guide
To Do List. This means you can find the To Do List by going to TiVo Central, selecting Pick Programs to Record, then To Do List. Service updates. Your DVR may receive service updates which include features not described in this guide. Details about service updates are always available at...
Page 13: Chapter 1: Connecting Your Dvr
HAPTER Connecting Your DVR Getting Started Cables and Accessories Choosing a Setup Example Watching One Channel & Recording Another Another (Antenna or Cable) Connecting a VCR, DVD Recorder, or Other A/V Equipment...
Page 14: Getting Started
TV, it may seem that everything has become more complex. You may have a VCR, a ® DVD player, and a game system connected to your TV, in addition to your TiVo Digital Video Recorder (DVR). However, one thing has remained the same: you still need to get...
Page 15: Cables And Accessories
C a b l e s a n d A c c e s s o r i e s Cables and Accessories Inside the carton, you will find You may need to purchase ® your new TiVo DVR, the Remote additional items for Control, and two bags of cables some setups:...
Page 16 A/V jacks (composite or S-Video) and you used one of these for the DVR’s primary audio/video connection, you may want to use Coaxial RF cables in addition depending on the setup you choose. Coaxial RF cable and Jack If needed, extra audio and video cables are available for purchase at www.tivo.com/store. (Coaxial RF)
Page 17 Some DIRECTV satellite boxes have other connections that you may be able to try. To use one of these connections, you will need to purchase an additional cable or accessory 15-pin adapter (available from www.tivo.com/store): (not included) ® • If your DIRECTV satellite box has a 15-pin connector like this: you can connect the Serial Control cable by using a 15-pin adapter.
Page 18 IR emitters. (See the diagram on page 7.) Do not block the DVR’s IR window. Try changing channels several times with the TiVo remote. If channels change more reliably this way, you may want to build an IR tent.
Page 19 In that case, you won’t be able to use the controls, nor will you be able to control the cable or satellite box with its remote. However, we recommend using only your TiVo remote to change the channel. If you still need to access your cable or satellite box, use materials that are relatively easy to remove.
Page 20 (see Chapter 2). After Guided Setup, your DVR needs to make regular connections to the TiVo service, using either a phone line or a shared broadband Internet connection. When it connects to the TiVo service, the DVR may receive: Do not connect the DVR to a digital •...
Page 21: Choosing A Setup Example
Before you begin: ® The rest of this chapter provides examples for connecting your TiVo DVR to your Make sure all your equipment is turned off program source (antenna, cable, or satellite ), your TV, and other optional A/V equipment.
Page 22 Setup 1: Antenna or Cable (No Cable Box) For this setup, use cable bag ® The audio/video cables shown here are for example only. For help choosing cables, TiVo see page 4. ® For tips on adding a VCR or TCD230040 DVD recorder, see page 20.
Page 23 Channel 3/4 switch on the back of the DVR. Once you see the Welcome screen, the final steps are to activate the TiVo service and complete Guided Setup (see Chapter 2). If you want to add a VCR, DVD recorder, or...
Page 24 RF Out see page 4. For tips on adding a VCR or DVD recorder, see page 20. ® TiVo If you want to add a DVD player, a game ® console, or any other type of A/V TCD230040 equipment, connect it directly to another...
Page 25 Cable or Once you see the Welcome screen, the final steps are to activate the TiVo service and Satellite Box complete Guided Setup (see Chapter 2). If you want to add a VCR, DVD recorder, or other equipment, see page 20.
Page 26 RF Out For tips on adding a VCR or DVD recorder, see page 20. ® If you want to add a DVD player, a game TiVo console, or any other type of A/V ® equipment, connect it directly to another TCD230040...
Page 27 Cable or Satellite Box Once you see the Welcome screen, the final steps are to activate the TiVo service and complete Guided Setup (see Chapter 2). If you want to add a VCR, DVD recorder, or other equipment, see page 20.
Page 28 Phone SAT In RF Out DVD recorder, see page 20. ® If you want to add a DVD player, a game TiVo console, or any other type of A/V Cable Box ® equipment, connect it directly to another AUDIO/VIDEO TCD230040...
Page 29 , tune your TV to channel 3 or 4, matching the Channel 3/4 switch on the back of the DVR. Once you see the Welcome screen, the final steps are to activate the TiVo service and TiVo complete Guided Setup (see Chapter 2). If you want to add a VCR, DVD recorder, or ®...
Page 30: Watching One Channel While Recording Another (Antenna Or Cable)
See “Choosing a Setup Example” on page 9 before starting with this setup. example only. For help choosing cables, see page 4. For tips on adding a VCR or DVD recorder, see page 20. TiVo RF Splitter ® (not included) ®...
Page 31 Audio/Video Input jacks on the DVR. • Then continue with step . Keep in mind that you can only receive basic channels on the signal that goes directly from the splitter to your TV. Also, you will not have TiVo service functionality on those channels.
Page 32: Connecting A Vcr, Dvd Recorder, Or Other A/V Equipment
You probably have other A/V equipment in your home entertainment center in addition to your TiVo DVR and your TV. If you have a VCR or DVD recorder, you can connect it to your DVR and save your favorite recordings to video tape or DVD. Other equipment, such as a DVD player or game console, does not connect directly to your DVR.
Page 33 If your A/V receiver is already connected to your TV, you’re setup is done. Connecting other A/V equipment. Other kinds of A/V equipment, such as a DVD player or game console, do not connect to your TiVo DVR. You should connect your other devices to additional inputs on your TV or A/V receiver.
Page 34 C h a p t e r 1 C o n n e c t i n g Y o u r D V R...
Page 35: Chapter 2: Guided Setup
HAPTER Guided Setup ® Activating the TiVo Service Completing Guided Setup ® TiVo Central...
Page 36: Activating The Tivo ® Service
DVR to a home network! Doing so gives you brand new ways to use your proper operation of the DVR. Without the TiVo DVR as a digital home entertainment center. Connect to a home network and enjoy: TiVo service, your DVR will have limited •...
Page 37: Completing Guided Setup
C o m p l e t i n g G u i d e d S e t u p Completing Guided Setup After you connect your DVR to your TV and activate the TiVo service, you will need to complete Guided Setup, which takes less than an hour.
Page 38 Dial-In Number. The DVR will use the dial-in number you choose for phone connections to the TiVo service. The list may be too long to fit on one screen. To see more dial-in numbers, press the DOWN arrow or CHAN DOWN to scroll down the list.
Page 39 C o m p l e t i n g G u i d e d S e t u p Dialing Format. Choose how you want the DVR to dial the dial-in number. (For example: should the dial-in number be preceded by your area code and should a “1” precede the area code?) In some areas, local numbers must be dialed using the area code.
Page 40 You can also customize this channel list to reflect your viewing preferences. If you never Use the CHAN UP/DOWN button as a watch a particular channel, and don’t plan to set up recordings or let TiVo search for shortcut to go up or down a whole ®...
Page 41 C o m p l e t i n g G u i d e d S e t u p Satellite only * Use the UP/DOWN arrows until the picture of the DVR matches the cable or cable with a box connection you used to connect your satellite or cable box.
Page 42 45 seconds. The DVR will hang up and you can make the program call later. Congratulations! Once you have activated your TiVo service and completed Guided Setup, you’ll see the Congratulations! screen. If you have not yet activated your TiVo service, you will be reminded to do so at this time.
Page 43: Tivo Central
DVR to listen to digital music and view digital photos stored on a home computer. See “Connecting to a Home Network for Home Media Features” on page 101. Take a Tour. Now you’re ready to start enjoying the TiVo service! Check out the five short tours in Chapter 3 to learn more.
Page 44 C h a p t e r 2 G u i d e d S e t u p...
Page 45: Chapter 3: The Basics In 5 Short Tours
HAPTER The Basics in 5 Short Tours Tour One: Play with Live TV Tour Two: The Program Guide Tour Three: Find and Record Your Favorite Programs Tour Four: Find New Programs Tour Five: Now Playing Cool Things You Can Do...
Page 46: Tour One: Play With Live Tv
Tour One: Play with Live TV In this tour, you’ll take a look at how you can control live TV. So turn on your TV and grab your TiVo remote! First, press the PAUSE button—the program you’re watching pauses. Now you can stand up and stretch, or go to the kitchen and get a snack.
Page 47 T o u r O n e : P l a y w i t h L i v e T V Status Bar Press PAUSE to make the status bar visible. It shows a one-hour period. The green segment is the portion of the current hour that has been saved by your DVR. Look for the white line.
Page 48: Tour Two: The Program Guide
C h a p t e r 3 T h e B a s i c s i n F i v e S h o r t T o u r s Tour Two: The Program Guide Your DVR’s program guide lets you see what’s on, change channels, schedule recordings, and more—all while you’re watching live TV.
Page 49 T o u r T w o : T h e P r o g r a m G u i d e SELECT again and voilà!, the guide appears with tomorrow’s program schedule. You know what this means: no more setting the VCR! Filter the Program Guide The guide can also find specific kinds of shows for you.
Page 50: Tour Three: Find And Record Your Favorite Programs
Pick Programs to ® In this tour, you’ll find a program (The Simpsons) by searching for its title. Press the TiVo Record, you will see a message at the button to see TiVo Central. Press the DOWN arrow to highlight Pick Programs to Record bottom of the screen stating that the DVR and press SELECT.
Page 51 Season Pass Manager; see page 49 for Set up some more Season Pass recordings now, or go on to the next tour to learn how the more information. TiVo service helps you find new shows you might like—sort of like your own “smart” TV assistant.
Page 52: Tour Four: Find New Programs
T h e B a s i c s i n F i v e S h o r t T o u r s Tour Four: Find New Programs TiVo makes it easy for you to find what you want to watch by responding to your interests and collecting the best the networks have to offer.
Page 53 T o u r F o u r : F i n d N e w P r o g r a m s Auto-Recording TiVo Suggestions. As an added bonus, when the DVR has available If other members of your household space, it automatically records TiVo Suggestions. (You can turn this feature off if you are pressing THUMBS UP on shows ®...
Page 54: Tour Five: Now Playing
To go to Now Playing, just press the TiVo button twice. Your new DVR may already contain some entertaining short programs. A network logo to the right of the show tells you which network brings you the program.
Page 55: Cool Things You Can Do
MP3s on your stereo system. And you can control it all with your TiVo DVR remote. Leave the computer in the office, and enjoy your digital media in your living room. See the “Home Media Features Guide” at www.tivo.com/guides for details.
Page 56 C h a p t e r 3 T h e B a s i c s i n F i v e S h o r t T o u r s Make your television wishes come true with a WishList search.
Page 57: Chapter 4: Pick Programs To Record
HAPTER Pick Programs to Record Season Pass, Recording Options, To Do List Using the Guide to Find Programs Find Your Favorite Programs Find Programs That Match Your Interests...
Page 58: Season Pass, Recording Options, To Do List
It’s automatic and easy to set up. Just select a program (in the TiVo Live Guide, or search results) and choose “Get a Season Pass.” Manual Repeating Recording. Records on a specific channel at a specific time, just as •...
Page 59 Keep at Most=5. By default, five episodes of a repeating recording program are kept in Now Playing. You can change this setting; see page 48. Resolving conflicts. The TiVo service resolves scheduling conflicts between • repeating recordings by comparing recording priorities. You can change recording priorities with the Season Pass Manager.
Page 60 P i c k P r o g r a m s t o R e c o r d C h a p t e r 4 Recording Options include: Record Quality. The choices for Recording Quality are Basic, Medium, High, and Best.
Page 61 Canceling a Season Pass. To cancel a Season Pass, just highlight the program’s title in the Season Pass Manager and press CLEAR. Or, from a Program Information screen, select “Cancel/edit the Season Pass,” then “Cancel this Season Pass.” TiVo Central Pick Programs to Record Season Pass Manager...
Page 62 Program Information screen. You could choose “View upcoming episodes” to find an episode that doesn’t conflict with anything else, or change Recording Options, which may allow the program to be recorded. TiVo Central Pick Programs to Record To Do List...
Page 63: Using The Guide To Find Programs
You can use the guide to quickly find programs and set up recordings by customizing the channels and filtering the types of programs shown in the guide. To view the guide, just press the GUIDE button on your TiVo remote. Customizing the Guide The guide has options that let you quickly change what programs and channels it shows.
Page 64 P i c k P r o g r a m s t o R e c o r d C h a p t e r 4 Changing a guide option. Highlight the option, then press the LEFT or RIGHT arrow to change the selection displayed.
Page 65: Find Your Favorite Programs
See page 58 for details. programs appears on the right. Keep selecting letters until you see your program. You can use the TiVo remote for some Replace hyphens ( - ), slashes ( / ) functions too. The CLEAR button on the remote and periods ( .
Page 66 SELECT to bring up the Program Information screen. Then you can view upcoming episodes, set up a Season Pass, or record an individual showing. TiVo Central Pick Programs to Record Record by Time or Channel Manually Record Time/Channel...
Page 67 5. When you find a program you want to record, highlight it and press SELECT to bring up the Program Information screen. Then you can view upcoming episodes, set up a Season Pass, or record an individual showing. TiVo Central Pick Programs to Record Record by Time or Channel...
Page 68 ® Now Playing.) When you’re ready to schedule the recording, just press SELECT. opening monologue of a late night talk show. TiVo Central Pick Programs To Record Record by Time or Channel Manually Record Time/Channel...
Page 69 To Use Online Scheduling: 1. Go to www.tivo.com/tco and sign in. 2. On the Welcome page of TiVo Central Online, select the name of the DVR for which you want to schedule recordings. 3. Use the simple or advanced search of your TV listings, or browse by channel.
Page 70: Find Programs That Match Your Interests
“Comedy.” You could then use it occasionally to look at a list of all comedy movies airing in the next two weeks. The list would be updated each time your DVR connects to the TiVo service. You could search for something more specific by creating an Actor WishList for Sean Connery, and then include the category “Movies,”...
Page 71 If you set up an auto-recording WishList for sports, consider using ® the Overtime Scheduler (described on page 48) to make sure you don’t miss the most exciting part of the game! TiVo Central Pick Programs to Record Search Using a WishList...
Page 72 LAST NAME, FIRST NAME. You must match the spelling of the name exactly, and you must use a comma (available in the grid under the letter W). TiVo Central Pick Programs To Record Search Using a WishList...
Page 73 Keyword or Title WishList. You can create a Keyword or Title WishList with one keyword or with several. For a Keyword WishList, the TiVo service checks for your keywords in the program or episode title, description, actor, director, year, and category information.
Page 74 For dollar signs ( $ ) substitute the letter S. For example, to find “$100,000 Pyramid,” use S100000. (In Search by Title, skip the dollar signs to find these titles.) TiVo Central Pick Programs To Record Search Using a WishList...
Page 75 Editing a WishList. You can change a WishList—for example, to correct a misspelling, or to add a category or subcategory to narrow the results. Just select the WishList, then select “Edit WishList.” TiVo Central Pick Programs to Record Search Using a WishList...
Page 76 P i c k P r o g r a m s t o R e c o r d C h a p t e r 4...
Page 77: Chapter 5: Watching Live Tv And Recorded Programs
HAPTER Watching Live TV and Recorded Programs Using the Control Buttons The Status Bar The Channel Banner Watching Live TV Watching Programs from Now Playing Save to VCR...
Page 78: Using The Control Buttons
W a t c h i n g L i v e a n d R e c o r d e d P r o g r a m s Using the Control Buttons Part of the fun of watching programs with TiVo, live or recorded, is using the pause, instant replay, and slow motion features. Here’s an overview of the control buttons: RECORD.
Page 79: The Status Bar
T h e S t a t u s B a r The Status Bar The CLEAR button hides the status bar, the program guide, the channel ® When you press PLAY, PAUSE, FORWARD, or BACK, the status bar appears at the banner, and anything else that is not part bottom of the screen.
Page 80: The Channel Banner
If Parental Controls are off, the lock appears unlocked and dim. If they are on, it appears locked and bright (pictured here). If they have been turned off temporarily, it appears unlocked and bright. Read TiVo Messages. If the symbol is bright, you have new messages from the TiVo service.
Page 81: Watching Live Tv
When you’re watching a program as it’s broadcast, you’re watching live TV. To go to live TV from any TiVo screen, press the LIVE TV button on your remote control. You can also select “Watch Live TV” from TiVo Central. If you’ve used the pause, rewind, slow, or instant replay features and are “behind”...
Page 82 W a t c h i n g L i v e a n d R e c o r d e d P r o g r a m s The TiVo Live Guide The TiVo Live Guide displays program information in two side-by-side lists: Left side. On its left side, the guide has a list of channels and the programs that are currently airing on them.
Page 83: Grid Guide
W a t c h i n g L i v e T V TiVo Live Guide Title, date, time the TiVo Live Guide: While the highlight program airs, and rating Program description is on the left side, you can press the ®...
Page 84: Watching Programs From Now Playing
Sorting and Grouping Programs such as actors, writers, producers, etc. When you are in Now Playing, press ENTER on your TiVo remote to see Now Playing Options. You can also Press 1 on the remote to change the sort order of Now Playing programs;...
Page 85 • TiVo Suggestions (if you have auto-recording of TiVo Suggestions turned on). A program may fit in any or all of these categories, so it may appear in more than one group, even though only one copy of the program is actually recorded. For example, say...
Page 86: Save To Vcr
Using Save to VCR: 1. Be sure your TiVo DVR is connected to your VCR (see Chapter 1 for details), and the VCR is set to record input from your TiVo DVR. (See your VCR’s instructions for how to set its input.)
Page 87: Chapter 6: Messages & Setup
HAPTER Messages & Setup Messages Settings Remote Control & DVR Front Lights Phone & Network Setup System Information Troubleshooting Restart or Reset System Standby...
Page 88: Messages
C h a p t e r 6 Messages Select Messages to read any messages from the TiVo service or internal alerts from your DVR. When you receive a new message, TiVo Central will show the option, “Read New Messages & Setup.”...
Page 89: Settings
(see “Choosing a Channel Changing Cable” on page 5), • your cable or satellite box is replaced by a new make or model, • or if you are having trouble with channel changing (see page 128 for troubleshooting.) TiVo Central Messages & Setup Settings...
Page 90 ® by Title, Search Using a WishList, and Browse By Channel only search for programs on subscription package, a TiVo message channels you select in the Channels You Receive list. will let you know what the change is. You Channels You Receive.
Page 91 Controls, so that another person in your put the DVR into Standby mode, then take it out. To do this, select Messages & Setup, household does not choose a new then Standby. Then press the TiVo or LIVE TV button. password. TiVo Central Messages &...
Page 92 A box containing all the possible ratings appears. Ratings in green are not locked; ratings in red are locked. (Ratings in gray do not apply to the category. For example, a TV-Y program would not have V-Violence content so there is nothing to block.) TiVo Central Messages & Setup Settings...
Page 93 You can highlight a specific channel by entering its channel number with the number buttons on the remote. 3. When you are done, press RIGHT or LEFT to return to Parental Controls. Your changes are saved automatically. TiVo Central Messages & Setup Settings Parental Controls...
Page 94 It contains little or following: graphic violence (V), explicit sexual activity (S), or crude, no violence, sexual dialogue, or situations; and no strong language. indecent language (L). TiVo Central Messages & Setup Settings Parental Controls...
Page 95 The DVR automatically uses Best Quality when displaying live TV. However, when it records a program, the DVR uses the Video Recording Quality you specified for that program. If that quality is not Best, you may notice the difference when recording starts. TiVo Central Messages & Setup Settings...
Page 96 M e s s a g e s & S e t u p C h a p t e r 6 TiVo Suggestions. Use this screen to turn automatic recording of TiVo Suggestions on or off. When automatic recording is on (the default), TiVo Suggestions may be recorded onto available space.
Page 97: Remote Control & Dvr Front Lights
Guided Setup. VOLUME The TiVo remote will already work with your DVR. You can also program some buttons Chan on the remote to control your TV and/or A/V receiver (your stereo system).
Page 98 Programming the TV POWER, VOLUME, and TV INPUT Buttons ® 1. Go to the Remote Control screen. Press the TiVo button to go to TiVo Central Select Messages & Setup, then Settings, then Remote Control & DVR Front Lights. Choose which device and/or functions you want to control:...
Page 99 A/V receiver volume To Control: and mute volume, and mute and mute only TV POWER and TV INPUT and TV POWER and MUTE and Press the: TiVo buttons TiVo buttons TiVo buttons TiVo buttons TiVo Central Messages & Setup Settings Remote Control...
Page 100 DVR’s remote control. If you reach the end of the available codes without finding a code that works with your device, you will need to use your TV or A/V receiver’s remote to turn it on and off, and control the volume. TiVo Central Messages & Setup Settings...
Page 101 This prevents DVR #2 from receiving signals. DVR #2 Shield at least this Point the remote control at the other DVR (DVR #1) and go to TiVo Central by much of DVR #2 pressing the TiVo button. Select Messages & Setup, then System Information. Press the DOWN arrow until you see the item “Remote Address.”...
Page 102 5. Assign side 2 on the DVR SWITCH to DVR #2. Move the DVR SWITCH to 2. Repeat steps 2 and 3, above. Assign the number “2” to DVR #2, then press the TiVo button to go to TiVo Central.
Page 103 1. Prepare the remote control. Point the remote away from your DVR and cover the front end with your hand. Press and hold the TV POWER button and TiVo button simultaneously until the red light at the end of the remote control comes on, remains steady, then stays on when you release the buttons.
Page 104: Phone & Network Setup
Your DVR should NOT be used with a digital PBX phone system. Doing so ® The DVR makes regular connections to the TiVo service to get updates to the TiVo may permanently damage your DVR’s service, program information for the program guide, Search by Title, WishList modem and will void your warranty.
Page 105 P h o n e & N e t w o r k S e t u p • Connect to the TiVo service now. Normally, you do not need to connect to the TiVo service manually. However, for troubleshooting or other unusual circumstances, you may wish to use this option.
Page 106 DVR has not made a daily call in the last twenty- four hours, the Update Numbers screen appears and the DVR calls the TiVo service to retrieve a list of local dial-in numbers. After the phone call, press SELECT. The Dial-In Number screen appears.
Page 107 (on your computer or other device), that call may be disrupted if the DVR attempts to call the TiVo service. If you have a standard dial tone, and ‘Phone Avail.’ Detection is off, turn on Dial Tone Detection (below).
Page 108 (as some voice messaging systems have), the DVR will the TiVo service. be unable to detect the dial tone and will not make its call.
Page 109: System Information
The System Information screen provides general information about your DVR, including its service number, manufacturer, model number, software version used, storage capacity, ® and information about recent connections to the TiVo service. You’ll need some of this information if you contact Customer Support. You can use the CHAN UP/DOWN button to see the rest of the information on the screen.
Page 110: Troubleshooting
C h a p t e r 6 Troubleshooting ® If you’re having trouble, or have any questions about your TiVo DVR, consult the troubleshooting steps available in Chapter 8 of this guide. The Troubleshooting screens provide tips that may help you troubleshoot various problems.
Page 111: Restart Or Reset System
Selecting any of these options displays a warning. To continue, press THUMBS DOWN three times, then ENTER. Restart the TiVo DVR. Shuts down the DVR and starts it up again. It will not affect recorded programs, Season Pass recordings, WishList searches, or TiVo Suggestions.
Page 112: Standby
Keep in mind, you • If the TiVo Live Guide was set to display a category filter, filtering will be turned off. won’t have DVR functionality in live TV (pause, rewind, etc.) while the DVR is in Standby.
Page 113: Chapter 7: Connecting To A Home Network
HAPTER Connecting to a Home Network for Home Media Features Introduction to Home Media Features Home Networks Connecting to a Home Network Using a Wireless Network Adapter Connecting to a Home Network Using Wired (Ethernet) Completing the DVR’s Network Settings...
Page 114 Home Media Features Guide at www.tivo.com/guides. search field. You will obtain a number of Connect to the TiVo service via broadband. If your home network includes a broadband search results (links) that supply Internet connection (for example, DSL or a cable modem), your DVR can use that guidance to help you set up your home connection, instead of a phone line, for regular connections to the TiVo service.
Page 115 DVR in your home to another DVR. To use Multi-Room Viewing, you need at least two DVRs, and: • The DVRs must be on the same TiVo service account. (The TiVo service subscription for each DVR must be owned by the same person.) •...
Page 116 • Macintosh OS X v10.2 or later Music File Types. TiVo Desktop plays music in the MP3 format, and supports playlists in the following formats used by common music players: M3U, PLS, ASX, and B4S. On a Mac, TiVo Desktop works with music organized by iTunes 3.0 or later.
Page 117 DVR. It is usually as simple as selecting music and clicking a Publish button.) On your DVR, go to TiVo Central and select Music & Photos, then select the music option for your computer.
Page 118 DVR you wish to connect. TiVo has recommendations for compatible models of wireless and wired (Ethernet) A USB Wireless network adapter network adapters. Be sure to check TiVo online support at www.tivo.com/adapters for the (yours may look different) latest information.
Page 119 On most home networks, the wireless access point is part of an Check TiVo online support at integrated hub/router and home gateway. www.tivo.com/adapters for the ®...
Page 120: Wireless Network Adapter
C h a p t e r 7 C o n n e c t i n g t o a H o m e N e t w o r k Connecting to a Home Network Using a Wireless Network Adapter Use this example if you have a home network that includes a wireless access point (WAP) or wireless router, or for each DVR in a wireless peer-to-peer network.
Page 121 During the update, do not disconnect the network adapter wires or the power to the DVR. Either action might damage the adapter. 5. Important message. The first time you press the TiVo button after connecting a network adapter, you will see an Important Message. Review it, then press SELECT on the remote control to go to TiVo Central.
Page 122 C h a p t e r 7 C o n n e c t i n g t o a H o m e N e t w o r k Connecting to a Home Network Using Wired (Ethernet) This example shows you how to connect a DVR to a network hub using a wired (Ethernet) network adapter.
Page 123 3. Connect Ethernet to the hub or router. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into your home network’s hub or router. 4. Important message. The first time you press the TiVo button after connecting a network adapter, you will see an Important Message. Review it, then press SELECT on the remote control to go to TiVo Central.
Page 124 Screen subtitle home network. To get to Wireless Settings: press the TiVo button on the remote control to go to TiVo Central, then select Messages & Setup, then Settings, then Phone & Network Setup, then “Edit phone or network settings,” then Wireless Settings.
Page 125 C o m p l e t i n g t h e D V R ’ s N e t w o r k S e t t i n g s devices in their vicinity to identify them automatically. Closed wireless networks do not broadcast their network names, so they cannot be identified automatically.
Page 126 C h a p t e r 7 C o n n e c t i n g t o a H o m e N e t w o r k (104-bit or above), WEP encryption may slow down the transfer of programs from one DVR to another by a small amount.
Page 127 You see this screen if you are not using a shared Internet connection to connect to the TiVo service. If your network has access to an always-on broadband connection, select “Yes” to use it to connect to the TiVo service instead of a phone line.
Page 128 C h a p t e r 7 C o n n e c t i n g t o a H o m e N e t w o r k Next Step You have completed wireless settings. If your home network has DHCP, and you do not have a DHCP Client ID, the DVR will automatically complete network setup.
Page 129 ‘192.168.1.6’. Begin TCP/IP Settings To get to TCP/IP Settings: press the TiVo button on the remote control to go to TiVo Central, then select Messages & Setup, then Settings, then Phone & Network Setup, then “Edit phone or network settings,” then TCP/IP Settings.
Page 130 C h a p t e r 7 C o n n e c t i n g t o a H o m e N e t w o r k • Specify a static IP address if you don’t have a DHCP server. Continue with “Static IP Address Checklist”...
Page 131: Chapter 8: Troubleshooting
C o m p l e t i n g t h e D V R ’ s N e t w o r k S e t t i n g s Static IP Address Checklist If you do not have a DHCP server, you need to provide all of the following: •...
Page 132 C h a p t e r 7 C o n n e c t i n g t o a H o m e N e t w o r k Subnet Mask A subnet mask allows communication between a large network (such as the Internet) and a smaller sub-network (such as your home network).
Page 133 About Networking” on page 141. Change Connection Type? If your DVR connects to the TiVo service over a phone line, you will see this screen anytime you complete Wireless Settings or TCP/IP Settings. Only select “Yes,” if your DVR is connected to a network that includes an always-on Internet connection.
Page 134 C h a p t e r 7 C o n n e c t i n g t o a H o m e N e t w o r k...
Page 135 HAPTER Troubleshooting Customer Support Troubleshooting...
Page 136: Customer Support
3. Use the troubleshooting screens on your DVR. Go to TiVo Central and select Messages & Setup, then Troubleshooting. You will find troubleshooting screens for Parental Controls, your phone connection, your channels, and networking.
Page 137: Questions About Getting Started
After you complete Guided Setup, you can connect your DVR to a home network and use a broadband Internet connection instead of a phone line to connect to the TiVo service. See “Connecting to a Home Network for Home Media Features” on page 101 for details.
Page 138: The Dvr's Connection To The Tivo ® Service
• The DVR needs to be connected to the phone line or the Internet so that it can make periodic connections to the TiVo service. This connection downloads program information, which tells the DVR when programs are scheduled to air and on what channel. The connection may also retrieve additional information such as updates to the TiVo service, Showcases, and TiVolution Magazine.
Page 139 • We recommend you leave the DVR connected to the phone line all the time. The TiVo service will not interfere with other needs for the phone line, and periodic connections will keep the DVR’s program information fully up to date.
Page 140: Channels
• TiVo uses either a standard phone line or a broadband Internet connection to provide the TiVo service, and is available as a local call in most areas. In some areas, however, local and long distance toll charges may apply. You are responsible for any phone charges.
Page 141 Make sure the cable or satellite box is turned on. • Make sure you are using the DVR’s remote control, and that you hold it so the TiVo button points toward the DVR, not at the cable or satellite box.
Page 142 MPG (Master Program Guide) and APG (Advanced Program Guide). To change this option: First, unplug the power cord for the satellite box, wait a few seconds, then plug it back in. Next, go to TiVo Central, then Message & Setup, then Settings, the TiVo DVR Setup, then Cable/Satellite Box, then Satellite Channel Changing and select “Satellite Box.”...
Page 143: Live Tv
If you have cable, and have not changed your cable provider, go to Messages & Setup, then Settings, then Channels, then Cable Lineup. Look at your cable or satellite bill, then check the Channels You Receive list. If the channels are incorrect, try another Cable Lineup. If that does not work, go to www.tivo.com/support. Questions About Live TV Can I watch a program while it is being recorded? •...
Page 144: Recording Programs
Look on the Phone & Network Setup screen (from TiVo Central, select Messages & Setup, then Settings, then Phone & Network Setup) for the time of the last successful connection to the TiVo service. If it was more than 36 hours ago, your DVR may be having trouble connecting to the TiVo service.
Page 145 Q u e s t i o n s A b o u t R e c o r d i n g P r o g r a m s can get it to start indexing again by plugging it in and then starting a connection to the TiVo service. To do this, go to TiVo Central, then select Messages &...
Page 146 Parental Control limit—or a feature like Parental Controls on your cable or satellite box—make sure to disable both TiVo Parental Controls and your satellite or cable box’s Parental Controls.) To record the program, search for it in Browse by Time.
Page 147: Recording Conflicts
Can I copy or archive programs to a Zip drive, or any other computer storage media? • The TiVo Series2 DVR does not copy or archive recordings to any device other than a VCR or DVD recorder. See page 74.
Page 148 • The TiVo service includes smart scheduling features that track not only how much space you currently have on your DVR, but also how much space will be needed in the future to record all of the programs you have scheduled. If your DVR will be full at some point in the future, the TiVo service informs you and suggests options—such as allowing some programs to be deleted early—that will...
Page 149: Questions About Parental Controls
(from TiVo Central, select Messages & Setup, then Settings, then Parental Controls), or by putting your DVR in Standby mode and then taking it out of Standby. You can put your DVR in Standby mode by going to TiVo Central and selecting Messages & Setup, then Standby.
Page 150 Someone in your household may have placed the DVR in Standby mode. To return to normal mode from Standby, press either the TiVo button or the LIVE TV button. (On some remotes, there is a POWER button that puts the DVR in Standby mode and takes it back out.)
Page 151 (from TiVo Central, select Messages & Setup, then Settings, then Audio, then Television Audio). When I turn on my TV, I see a blue screen with a TiVo logo. Your DVR is having trouble tuning to the channel you are on. Follow these steps to restore the video: •...
Page 152: The Tivo Service
The DVR automatically makes regular connections to the TiVo service to download program information and other data. Information may also be delivered by a special TiVo program that is recorded late at night (when it does not conflict with any of your...
Page 153 • You can make the DVR connect to the TiVo service at any time. Press the TiVo button to go to TiVo Central, then select Messages & Setup, then Settings, then Phone & Network Setup, then “Connect to the TiVo service now.”...
Page 154 USB cable connected to the adapter and then plug it back in. 3. Restart the DVR. Press the TiVo button on the remote control to go to TiVo Central, then select Messages & Setup, then Restart or Reset System, then Restart the DVR.
Page 155 You may have assigned a static IP address on a network with a DHCP server. If your network includes a DHCP server (for example, as part of your router), you should not assign static IP addresses to devices on the network. Go to TiVo Central, then select Messages &...
Page 156 Wireless Settings at “Wireless Settings for a Home Network” on page 112. 3. Check signal strength. On the Phone & Network Setup screen (press the TiVo button to go to TiVo Central, then select Messages & Setup, then Settings, then Phone & Network Setup), check the wireless signal strength.
Page 157: Chapter 9: Privacy, Service, Warranty, And Licenses
HAPTER Privacy, Service, Warranty, and Licenses TiVo Privacy Policy TiVo Service Agreement TiVo DVR Limited Warranty FCC Information Safety Instructions GNU General Public License Linux and Other Important Information...
Page 158 Generally, TiVo will cause all of the TiVo DVRs on your account knowing what shows you-as an individual or household- have receiving the TiVo service to have the same “opt” status. See Sec. 2.8 watched, recorded, or rated with “Thumbs Up” or “Thumbs Down.”...
Page 159: Tivo Privacy Policy
You provide us with this information when you In order to provide you with a better, more satisfying television set up your TiVo DVR and when you register as a subscriber to the experience, TiVo Inc. (“TiVo”) collects and uses certain types of TiVo service.
Page 160 NOTE: Depending viewing choices that you and those in your household make while on your level of TiVo service and the model of your TiVo DVR, such using your TiVo DVR, but is not associated with or linked to any features may not be available to you.
Page 161 2.5 Commerce Information. Information) to generate demographic profiles of our users as a whole TiVo uses Commerce Information as to assist us to, for example, identify future users of the TiVo service described in Section 1.5. or other services. 2.6 Feature Generated Requests Information.
Page 162 3.5 Commerce Partners. When you elect to participate in a special liable for misuse of Subscriber Information. offer or engage in a transaction with TiVo or a third party advertiser 3.3 Contractors and Third Party Service Providers. We use or promoter, TiVo will collect and disclose your Commerce contractors to help with some of our operations.
Page 163 If you would like to change your privacy preferences, you must either agencies or third parties under certain circumstances (including in (a) send TiVo a signed written request at the address set forth in response to a subpoena), or third parties may circumvent our security Section 8.3, or (b) call us at 1-877-367-8486 to request a change.
Page 164 However, if you 8.1 Future Features, Services, and Amendments to this register for TiVo service on the Web, or log in to your account Privacy Policy. We may add to or upgrade the TiVo service to preferences page (when available) to make changes to your account provide you with new features on an ongoing basis.
Page 165: Tivo Service Agreement
Welcome to TiVo and the TiVo service! This agreement explains the favorite actor, director, team or even topic; (c) Smart Recording - terms and conditions that will apply to your use of the TiVo service, and automatically detects program line-up changes for your cable/ constitutes a legally binding agreement between you and TiVo Inc.
Page 166 Agreement. Minors may use the changes will not be recorded properly or at all, (c) TiVo is not TiVo service only if one of their parents or legal guardians assumes...
Page 167 TiVo when functionality other than the TiVo service. TiVo believes you are liable for the charges. You agree to pay a late charge on all amounts due which remain unpaid for 30 days. The late 10 Telephone Access and Possible Charges.
Page 168 TiVo DVR's hard disk hours after your call and unused subscription fees are nonrefundable. drive as part of the TiVo service. In order to send such content, you Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Agreement, TiVo...
Page 169 GNU General Public License (“GPL”) or other license INFORMATION OBTAINED THROUGH THE TIVO SERVICE terms, as applicable. In compliance with the terms of the GPL, TiVo (INCLUDING THIRD PARTY CONTENT), THAT ANY makes its modifications to Open Source Software that TiVo uses,...
Page 170 20 Limitations of TiVo’s Liability. IN NO EVENT WILL TIVO OR does not apply to this Agreement. You and TiVo agree to submit to ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY the exclusive personal jurisdiction of the courts located within the FOR ANY LOST PROFITS, USE OF USER INFORMATION, county of Santa Clara, California.
Page 171: Tivo Dvr Limited Warranty
Labor charges for installation or setup of the product. WHAT IS COVERED? • Any taxes imposed on TiVo for units replaced or repaired under this TiVo has its digital video recorders (“DVRs”) manufactured from parts warranty. and components that are new or equivalent to new in accordance with •...
Page 172 This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights purchase. Attach it to this guide and keep both nearby. Also keep the which vary from state to state (or jurisdiction to jurisdiction). TIVO'S original box and packing material in case you need to return your RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN product.
Page 173: Fcc Information
REN of 0.3). For earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label. If your TiVo DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice isn't practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible.
Page 174: Safety Instructions
C h a p t e r 9 P r i v a c y , S e r v i c e , W a r r a n t y , a n d L i c e n s e s Safety Instructions This product was designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and 8.
Page 175 S a f e t y I n s t r u c t i o n s 19. Moving—Avoid moving the unit while it is plugged in to avoid OFTEN REQUIRING EXTENSIVE WORK BY A QUALIFIED accumulative shock and vibration damage to the internal hard disk drive. TECHNICIAN TO RESTORE THE PRODUCT TO NORMAL PERFORMANCE 20.
Page 176: Gnu General Public License
C h a p t e r 9 P r i v a c y , S e r v i c e , W a r r a n t y , a n d L i c e n s e s GNU General Public License Version 2, June 1991 must make sure that they, too, receive or can get the source code.
Page 177 G N U G e n e r a l P u b l i c L i c e n s e translation is included without limitation in the term “modification”.) redistribute the program under these conditions, and telling the user how Each licensee is addressed as “you”.
Page 178 C h a p t e r 9 P r i v a c y , S e r v i c e , W a r r a n t y , a n d L i c e n s e s corresponding source code, to be distributed under the terms of Sections 1 5.
Page 179 G N U G e n e r a l P u b l i c L i c e n s e distribution system, which is implemented by public license practices. two goals of preserving the free status of all derivatives of our free Many people have made generous contributions to the wide range of software and of promoting the sharing and reuse of software generally.
Page 180 C h a p t e r 9 P r i v a c y , S e r v i c e , W a r r a n t y , a n d L i c e n s e s <one line to give the program's name and a brief idea of what it does.>...
Page 181: Linux And Other Important Information
TELEPHONE LINE INTERRUPTION disclosure, in whole or in part, or the production of derivative works Periodically, the TiVo Digital Video Recorder dials in to the TiVo therefrom without the express permission of Dolby Laboratories is service via your telephone line. If you pick up your telephone during the prohibited.
Page 182 C h a p t e r 9 P r i v a c y , S e r v i c e , W a r r a n t y , a n d L i c e n s e s...
Page 183: Appendix A: Back Panel Reference And Specifications
PPENDIX Back Panel Reference and Specifications...
Page 184: Back Panel Reference
2 - Phone Jack. (Connects to phone cord.) The DVR uses the phone line to get program information and other data from the TiVo service. If you already have a phone line connected to your cable box, use the provided splitter.
Page 185 B a c k P a n e l R e f e r e n c e 4 - Control Out/Serial. (Connects to cable or satellite box; not available on all cable or satellite boxes.) This allows the DVR to change channels on a cable or satellite box. 5- USB.
Page 186 A p p e n d i x B a c k P a n e l R e f e r e n c e Specifications CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF ® Video In: S-Video 4-pin mini DIN PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, AND FULLY INSERT.
Page 187: Index
Index...
Page 188 DVR carton contents 3 cables and jacks, the basics 2 setting 84 not included 3 call waiting prefix 95 connection to the TiVo service adapters changing channels troubleshooting 126–128 USB network 106 watching one program while control buttons...
Page 189 duplicates recording from 51, 52 repeating recordings and 46 using to find programs 51 icons DVD player Guide Options 51 See inside back cover. tips for adding 21 channels 51 INSTANT REPLAY button 66 DVD recorder Channels You Receive and 51 IP address 119 tips for adding 20, 21 day and time 51...
Page 190 79 MMPA definitions 82 Messages Parental Controls screen 79 Movies and 80 reading messages from TiVo 76 PAUSE button 66 TV Content and 80 Multi-Room Viewing 103 performing a code search 87, 91 TV Movies and 80 music Phone &...
Page 191 Service Agreement 153 Start Recording. See Recording Options. TV POWER button, programming 86 service number status bar 67 activating TiVo service and 24 Stop Recording. See Recording Options. where to find 97 USB 173 stopping a recording 52 service updates, where to find information...
Page 192 I n d e x View Recording History 50 VOLUME button, programming 86 volume, sound effects and 77 warranty 159 weight, supporting of on DVR 9 WEP 113 wireless passwords 115 WishList searches 58–63 keyword tips 62...
Page 193: Glossary Of Icons
Select to watch a special preview or visit a Showcase. (Red with black border) Select to start or stop a recording. Indicates news or a special promotional offer from TiVo. Select to display or turn on Parental Controls. Select to read new messages.
Page 194 – contains all programs recorded as or transferred. TiVo Suggestions. ® This program is a TiVo Suggestion. TiVo Suggestions are DVR – for a DVR on your network. recorded only if space is available, and are the first to be deleted...
Page 195 Contact Customer Support If you haven’t found an answer in the Troubleshooting chapter of this guide or in the Online Customer Support section of the TiVo website, you can find complete Customer Support contact information in this guide. SDOC-00081-000 Rev. A...

TiVo series 2 User Manual

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Connecting Your DVR

Chapter 2: Guided Setup

Chapter 3: The Basics in 5 Short Tours

Chapter 4: Pick Programs to Record

Chapter 5: Watching Live TV and Recorded Programs

Chapter 6: Messages & Setup

Chapter 7: Connecting to a Home Network

Chapter 8: Troubleshooting

Customer Support

Chapter 9: Privacy, Service, Warranty, and Licenses

Appendix A: Back Panel Reference and Specifications

Quick Links

Chapters

Troubleshooting

Need help?

Questions and answers

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