TiVo Mini User Manual

Introduction
6 TiVo Mini Operator’s Guide v1.0 • TiVo
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Overview of TiVo Mini
TiVo Mini is a TiVo IP STB (Internet Protocol Set-Top Box) that serves as a client to a Host TiVo DVR
to support LTS (Live TV Streaming), as well as to watch QAM-based VOD (Video On Demand) and
recorded programs.
To provide this functionality, TiVo Mini relies on its Host DVR to access a tuner, the CableCARD, or
the DVR hard drive to play or record programming content.
TiVo Mini does not rely on the Host DVR to access broadband applications and OTT (Over-The-Top
Content), such as YouTube, music, photos and other broadband applications. The Host DVR is,
however, required for the initial setup of TiVo Mini.
This section will give you some basic information about TiVo Mini, as follows:
 Basic design of TiVo Mini on page 6
 Uses for TiVo Mini on page 6
Basic design of TiVo Mini
TiVo Mini has:
 Wired connectivity to a Host DVR and other TiVo DVRs
 Direct wired connectivity to broadband for broadband and OTT applications
TiVo Mini does not have:
 A tuner
 A CableCARD
 A hard drive
Uses for TiVo Mini
TiVo Mini is designed to provide a consistent experience with a TiVo DVR on any TV in the home.
It allows end users to:
 Watch Live TV
 Watch content recorded on TiVo DVRs on the same account and network through
MRS (Multi-Room Streaming)
 Access, rent, and watch MSO QAM-based VOD
 Access broadband applications and OTT content, such as YouTube, music and photos

TiVo Mini Specifications

General

Video Output	HDMI
Resolution	Up to 1080p
Remote Control	TiVo Remote
Networking	Ethernet
Compatibility	TiVo DVR
Weight	0.6 lbs