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TiVo Remote HD - User Manual

TiVo Remote HD
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SDOC-00109-003 Rev A4
Discover and enjoy the TiVo
®
Service.
Learn more about your TiVo
®
HD media device.
DID
YOU
KNOW...
You never have to watch reruns again.
Recording Options, Page 29
You can catch every episode of your favourite show.
Season Pass
®
Recordings, Page 25
You’ll never be surprised by what your kids are watching.
TiVo
®
KidZone, Page 74
You can record two programs at the same time–in HD.
Dual Tuner, Page 3
You can learn a lot in a short Tour. Grab your TiVo remote and turn to Chapter 1.
To navigate the TiVo
®
DVRs on-screen menus,
use the remote controls arrow buttons
to move to the option you want, then press SELECT.
The LEFT arrow button often takes you to the
previous screen.
Two Types of On-Screen Arrows
On-Screen Menus & the Remote Control
The arrows that appear beside or near
the highlight bar show the directions it
can move. For example, on this screen,
you could press the RIGHT arrow to
highlight Options or the DOWN arrow to
highlight View upcoming episodes.
When you see page up or page
down arrows at the top or bottom
of the screen (or a list), press the
CHAN UP/DOWN button to jump
an entire page at a time.
CHAN UP/DOWN
Button
Highlight Bar
Arrows near the
Highlight Bar
Page Up
Arrow
Page
Down
Arrow
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Summary

On-Screen Menus & the Remote Control

Two Types of On-Screen Arrows

Describes two types of on-screen arrows for navigation and their function.

Your TiVo Remote

Remote Control Tips

Provides instructions and tips for using the TiVo remote control effectively.

Inserting the Batteries

Details the steps for opening the battery compartment and inserting batteries.

Using This Guide

Getting Started

Outlines the initial steps required to set up and begin using the TiVo service.

Basic Terms

Defines essential terms used throughout the guide to understand the TiVo service.

Understanding HDTV

Video Formats

Explains different video formats and resolution types for HDTV broadcasts.

The Basics in 4 Short Tours

Tour One: Playing with Live TV

Introduces basic live TV functions and controls available on the TiVo device.

Tour Two: Recording Programs

Guides users on how to find and schedule program recordings using various methods.

Tour Three: Your List of Recordings

Explains how to manage and view recorded programs in the Now Playing list.

Tour Four: Finding Great Entertainment

Details how to discover and collect entertainment using TiVo's search features.

More Cool Things You Can Do

Introduces advanced features and capabilities of the TiVo media device beyond basic recording.

Finding Programs

Finding Programs to Record

Guides users on how to search for programs to record using various criteria.

Using the Guide to Find Programs

Describes how to use the program guide to find, watch, and record shows.

Search by Title

Instructions on how to search for programs by their title using the TiVo interface.

Record by Time or Channel

Guides users on how to find programs by browsing specific TV channels or time slots.

Finding Programs Using a WishList Search

Details how to create and use WishList searches to find programs based on interests.

Season Pass and Repeating Recordings

Explains how to set up automatic recordings for series and manage repeating programs.

Managing Recordings with the To Do List

Describes how to view and manage all scheduled recordings, including cancellations.

Setting Recording Options

Details various options to customize individual recordings or series passes for desired results.

Watching Programs

The Status Bar

Explains the status bar displayed during playback, showing program progress and live TV status.

The Channel Banner

Describes the information and shortcuts available in the channel banner displayed on screen.

The Program Guide

Explains how to navigate the program guide to find, watch, and record shows.

Guide Options

Details how to customize the program guide display by filtering channels and changing styles.

Doing More with Your Media Device

Entertainment at Your Fingertips

Introduces the Home Networking Package for enhanced media access and content management.

Multi-Room Viewing

Explains how to transfer recorded shows between TiVo devices on a home network.

Listening to Music

Guides users on streaming music from a computer to the TiVo media device.

Viewing Photos

Details how to publish and view photos stored on a computer via the TiVo media device.

Transferring Recordings to Your PC or Mac

Instructions for transferring recorded TiVo programs to a PC for viewing.

Transferring Videos to Your Media Device

Guides on transferring video files from a PC to the TiVo media device for playback.

Converting Shows for Your Portable Device

Explains how to convert transferred TiVo recordings for viewing on portable devices.

Downloading Broadband Video

Describes how to download video content from the internet directly to the TiVo media device.

Expanding Your Recording Capacity

Provides information on how to increase the storage capacity for recordings.

Settings

Audio Settings

Allows adjustment of audio output, alternate audio tracks, and sound effects volume.

Channel Settings

Covers adding channels, managing the channel list, and scanning for available channels.

Display Settings

Controls how the channel banner is displayed and the status LEDs on the media device.

Parental Controls

Enables setting limits on content based on classifications, locking channels, and managing passwords.

Network Settings

Manages network connection, tests diagnostics, and views network status for optimal connectivity.

Recording Settings

Configures recording behavior, including extending recording times and managing overlap conflicts.

Remote & Device Settings

Allows programming of the remote control and managing device settings for seamless operation.

Video Settings

Adjusts aspect ratio, letterbox color, and aspect correction modes for optimal picture display.

TiVo KidZone

Sets up a child-friendly environment, restricting channels and programs based on age classifications.

Messages

Explains how to access and read messages and alerts received from the TiVo service.

Account & System Information

Displays account details, system information, media access key, and copyright information.

Restart or Reset System

Offers options to restart the device, repeat guided setup, or clear system data and settings.

Standby

Describes how to put the TiVo device into standby mode and its effects on recordings and connectivity.

Troubleshooting

Customer Support

Information on how to get assistance and support for the TiVo service and media device.

Troubleshooting Index

An index listing common issues and corresponding page numbers for troubleshooting solutions.

Questions About Connecting Your Media Device

Troubleshooting steps for issues with the initial Welcome screen display upon device setup.

Questions About the TiVo Service

Addresses common inquiries regarding the functionality and requirements of the TiVo service.

Questions About Channels

Troubleshooting tips for issues related to receiving, accessing, and changing TV channels.

Questions About the TiVo Remote Control

Solutions for problems with the TiVo remote not working or controlling the TV.

Questions About Now Playing

Addresses issues related to storage space and managing recorded programs in the Now Playing list.

Questions About Watching Live TV

Troubleshooting tips for watching live TV, including program guide issues and banner messages.

Questions About Recording Programs

Covers common problems with recording programs, conflicts, and HD vs. SD differences.

What does it mean when my media device says programs will be deleted earlier than planned?

Explains the automatic deletion of older programs when storage space is limited.

I can’t use features in Find Programs.

Troubleshooting for accessing program search features due to incomplete information indexing.

Is there a way to record a program that will not be aired for weeks or months?

Methods for scheduling recordings for programs not yet listed in the guide or for manual recording.

Questions About Online Scheduling

Addresses issues with programs requested online not recording or recording at different times.

Questions About Audio and Video

Troubleshoots aspect correction, bars on screen, and audio/video sync issues.

My media device was working, but now the picture is frozen.

Steps to resolve a frozen picture issue by changing channels, pausing, or restarting the device.

I see a gray screen with a message that says “Searching for signal.”

Solutions for a "Searching for signal" message, including antenna adjustment and cable checks.

Questions About Networking

Guides on troubleshooting network connectivity issues with the TiVo service and home network.

My DVR is not connecting to my wireless home network.

Steps to resolve problems connecting the TiVo device to a wireless home network.

Questions About Parental Controls

Addresses issues with parental controls not working or preventing access to desired channels.

Appendix: Safety & Specifications

Safety Instructions

Important safety precautions and warnings to follow before operating the TiVo media device.

Front Panel Reference

Identifies and explains the functions of the LEDs and buttons on the front panel of the device.

Back Panel Reference

Details the various ports and connectors located on the back panel of the TiVo media device.

Technical Specifications

Lists the technical details, dimensions, power requirements, and input/output specifications of the device.

TiVo Remote HD Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandTiVo
ModelRemote HD
CategoryRemote Control
LanguageEnglish

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