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Armstrong TiVo User Manual

Armstrong TiVo
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Armstrong TiVo Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandArmstrong
ModelTiVo
CategoryDVR
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Using this guide

Basic Terms and Concepts

Defines key terms like Live TV, Multi-tuner, Streaming, Host/Client, TiVo service, and CableCARD.

Quick Tour – The TiVo Central® Screen

TiVo Central Overview

Explains the TiVo Central screen as the main starting point for all functions.

Video Window and Discovery Bar

Describes the Video Window for background playback and the Discovery Bar for content suggestions.

What to Watch Now Feature

Details the 'What to Watch Now' feature for finding available content.

Quick Tour – My Shows

Navigating and Managing My Shows

Guides users on accessing and organizing recorded shows in the My Shows list.

My Shows Categories and Sorting

Explains category use, sorting, and managing recording space.

Program Details and Options

Describes viewing program details and accessing options like Keep Until, Delete, and Explore.

Quick Tour – Finding & Recording Shows

Searching for Content

Details how to search for TV shows, movies, and videos by title, actor, or keywords.

Recommended Shows and Discovery Features

Covers recommendations via Discovery Bar, Collections, and TiVo Suggestions.

TiVo Suggestions and Auto-Recording

Explains TiVo Suggestions, including auto-recording and rating shows.

Season Pass® Recordings

Guides on setting up Season Passes to record entire series, including options and conflicts.

WishList® Searches

Details creating custom WishList searches to find specific shows or content.

Online Show Scheduling

Explains how to schedule recordings online via tivo.com and mobile devices.

Managing Recordings and To Do List

Covers managing scheduled recordings, the To Do List, and canceling recordings.

Season Pass Manager and History

Details using the Season Pass Manager for priority and viewing recording history.

Quick Tour – Watching Live TV

Navigating Live TV Controls

Explains how to pause, rewind, fast forward, and replay live TV broadcasts.

Channel Management and Guide

Guides on changing channels, using the program guide, and recording shows.

Multi-Tuner Usage

Describes watching and recording multiple shows simultaneously using different tuners.

Recording and Stopping Shows

Covers recording current shows, saving portions, and stopping recordings.

Parental Controls Setup

Explains how to set up and manage Parental Controls for content access.

Rating and Channel Locking

Details adjusting TV/movie rating limits and locking specific channels.

Quick Tour – Using the Guide and Mini-Guide

Program Guide Navigation

Explains how to use the grid guide, TiVo Live Guide, and mini-guide to find programs.

Guide Channel Filtering Options

Describes options for customizing the guide display, such as 'My Channels' or 'Favorites'.

Quick Tour – Video on Demand

Accessing and Choosing VOD Content

Guides on browsing and selecting movies and shows from the video on demand library.

Controlling Video Playback

Details controlling playback for video on demand, including pausing, rewinding, and saving.

Quick Tour – Music & Photos

Accessing Photos and Music Streaming

Explains viewing photos and streaming music services like Spotify and Pandora.

YouTube™™ Videos

Browsing and Searching YouTube

Guides on accessing and navigating YouTube content through the TiVo interface.

Quick Tour – Streaming or Transferring Shows

Inter-Device Show Transfer

Explains streaming or transferring recorded shows between TiVo devices on a home network.

Getting More Information

Support Resources

Lists resources for help, including online guides, help screens, and customer support.

Troubleshooting

TiVo Service and Power Issues

Addresses TiVo service functionality and DVR behavior during power outages.

Channel Access Problems

Covers issues with accessing channels, including CableCARD requirements.

My Shows Management Issues

Recording Space and Capacity

Discusses DVR space, fitting more shows, and managing recordings.

Live TV and Recording Conflict Resolution

Explains watching live TV while recording and resolving recording conflicts.

Show Search and Program Information Issues

Addresses problems finding shows in searches and program data organization.

Recording Success and Event Handling

Explains reasons for missed recordings and handling overtime for live events.

Audio/Video Playback Troubleshooting

Covers aspect ratio, audio sync, frozen picture, and no picture issues.

Remote Control and System Issues

Details remote control troubleshooting, device freezing, and restarting procedures.

Audio Language and Signal Issues

Addresses audio track selection, wrong language, and signal search problems.