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FAQ's about the TiVo^® HD XL DVR

What is the TiVo HD XL DVR?

The TiVo HD XL DVR is the ultimate HD digital cable DVR. It is THX® certified for the best possible sound and video quality and it brings you all your favorite TV shows from your antenna or cable service, ready to watch whenever you want. It combines the clarity of high definition with the Emmy® award-winning TiVo service. Designed as a cable box replacement that works seamlessly with any cable provider, the TiVo HD XL DVR can record two HD shows at once, while letting you watch a third show that was previously recorded. Plus it can connect to the Internet, using your home network, to deliver movies, music, photos, and more, right to your TV. It is the ultimate companion for your HD TV.

What can you do with the TiVo HD XL DVR?

·         Control TV with pause, rewind, fast-forward, and slow-motion.

·         Save up to 150 hours of HD programming at one time.

·         Use with digital and analog cable; digital and analog antenna.
Satellite NOT supported.

·         Replace your cable box using one or more CableCARD™ decoders available from your cable company.

·         Record two shows at once in HD.**

·         Automatically record every episode of your favorite shows.

·         Search for shows and schedule recordings from tivo.com.

·         Download thousands of new release movies.*

·         Search for HD shows by keyword, actor, title, or sports team.

·         Transfer recorded shows to your computer or portable media player with TiVo Desktop software.

·         Play music from your computer or the Internet.

·         Display only the programs and channels that you pre-approve for your kids with TiVo KidZone.

·         Increase your recording capacity with the My DVR Expander.

*DVR must be connected to your home network and high-speed Internet connection.

**Two CableCARD™ decoders may be required for dual tuner functionality and to receive dual digital cable channels. Cable service required to receive cable channels. TiVo does not provide cable service. CableCARD is a trademark of Cable Television Laboratories, Inc.

SATELLITE SERVICE NOT SUPPORTED

How many hours of programs can I record on TiVo HD XL?

TiVo HD XL DVR can record:

·         Up to 150 hours in High Definition quality

·         Up to 332 hours in standard definition Best quality

·         Up to 539 hours in standard definition High quality

·         Up to 713 hours in standard definition Medium quality

·         Up to 1,350 hours in standard definition Basic quality

What is the hard-drive size?

1TB (1,000GB). This is approximately 7X the capacity of TiVo HD DVR.

What HD resolution modes does the DVR support?

TiVo HD XL supports 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i, as well as native and hybrid modes.

What is included in the carton?

·         TiVo HD XL DVR

·         TiVo backlit, programmable remote control

·         Composite cable

·         HDMI cable

·         Phone cord

·         Power cord

·         Manual

·         Quick Start Guide

What is the retail price for the TiVo HD XL DVR?

$599.99 MSRP

Where can I find a TiVo HD XL DVR?

TiVo DVRs are available at tivo.com, Best Buy, Circuit City, and Amazon.com. The TiVo HD is also available at local and regional retailers.

What are the the TiVo service price plan options?

TiVo service requires a minimum 1-year service commitment. Monthly and pre-paid plans are available. See current TiVo service pricing.

Do you offer a discount if I own more than one TiVo DVR?

Yes, if you have multiple TiVo DVRs in your household, you may be eligible for the Multi-service discount. Sign in to your account to see if you qualify. View the Multi-service terms & conditions.

What signal sources does the TiVo HD XL DVR support?

·         Digital cable only
(record 2 shows at once; requires up to two CableCARD™ decoders from your cable company; supports HD channels)

·       Antenna only
(record 2 shows at once; supports HD channels)

·         Digital cable + antenna
(record 2 shows at once; supports HD channels)

·         Basic cable
(record 2 shows at once; does not support HD or premium channels)

·         Basic cable + antenna
(record 2 shows at once; supports HD channels on antenna only)

It does NOT support:

·         Satellite

·         Cable with box (replace your cable box with a CableCARD decoder)

What outputs are supported on the TiVo HD XL DVR?

HDMI, Component video, S-video, Composite video, Optical audio, Analog audio.

Does the TiVo HD XL work with satellite programming?

The TiVo HD XL DVR is designed for cable and CANNOT support satellite programming. For customers with satellite service, TiVo offers the TiVo Series2 Dual Tuner DVR in standard definition.

What is a CableCARD™ decoder?

A CableCARD decoder allows a digital TV or set top box to receive Digital Cable programming from your cable provider. It's about the size of a thick credit card, and fits into a special slot built into the TiVo HD XL DVR.

To receive two digital cable channels at the same time, the TiVo HD XL DVR will require either one (1) multi-stream CableCARD or two (2) mingle-stream CableCARDs. You will need to contact your cable provider to request CableCARD decoders. All major cable companies are FCC mandated to provide CableCARDs to their digital cable subscribers. Some cable companies offer CableCARDs for free and others charge a small monthly fee.

What are the USB ports for?

The USB ports are for connecting the DVR to your home network with the TiVo wireless adapter.

Can I use any wireless network adapter on my TiVo HD XL box?

No, only the TiVo wireless adapter allows a wireless connection to your home network. The TiVo wireless adapter can be purchased separately at tivo.com and most retailers.

How is TiVo HD XL different from the TiVo Series3 HD DVR?

Both products are designed on the Series3 architecture so the core TiVo functionality is the same. The TiVo HD XL DVR offers a bigger hard drive (1TB) and is THX® certified for premium sound and video performance and it comes with backlit, programmable remote control and HDMI cable.

How is a TiVo HD DVR different from Series2?

The TiVo HD XL DVR supports digital and high definition programming from cable and antenna. The TiVo Series2 DVR supports only standard definition from cable, cable with a box, or satellite with a box. Both DVRs can be connected to either a standard TV or an HD TV, but the TiVo HD XL DVR can display in high definition on your HD TV. The TiVo HD XL has much larger recording capacity than the TiVo Series2 DVR.

Can I connect the TiVo HD to a regular TV that doesn’t support HD?

Yes, you can use the TiVo HD with a standard TV. It will record TV shows in HD, but display them in standard definition on your TV.

What is the purpose of the lights on the front of the DVR?

The front panel lights display your current video resolution mode (i.e. 720p or 1080i). They also communicate basic TiVo functions such as power, recording, remote control activity, and download activity.

Which features work with the TiVo HD XL DVR?

With a TiVo DVR connected to an existing phone line or home network you can:

·         Record every episode of your favorite show

·         Record two shows at once

·         Control live and recorded shows with pause, rewind, fast-forward, instant replay, and slow motion

·         Search for shows by title, actor, category, or keyword

·         Record by actor, director, or even your favorite sports team

·         See shows TiVo recommends just for you

·         Pre-approve shows and channels for kids

·         Schedule shows online from tivo.com

When the TiVo DVR is connected to a home network that includes a PC or Mac you can:

·         Take your shows with you on your laptop, iPod, PSP, or other compatible device (requires TiVo Desktop Plus software for the PC or Roxio® Toast Titanium for the Mac)

·         Transfer shows between multiple TiVo DVRs on your home network

·         Save shows to DVD using your PC or Mac
(requires TiVo Desktop Plus software for the PC or Roxio® Toast Titanium for the Mac)

·         Play your own music library from your PC or Mac through your TV
(requires FREE TiVo Desktop software for the PC or Mac)

·         View your computer's photo library and slideshows on your TV
(requires FREE TiVo Desktop software for the PC or Mac)

When your home network is connected to your high-speed Internet connection you can:

·         Rent or buy over 30,000 TV and movie titles from Amazon Unbox™ to view on your TV

·         Download free music videos

·         Access millions of songs with the Rhapsody music service

·         Listen to radio stations and podcasts

·         View family and friends' photos from Photobucket or Picassa Web Albums on your TV

·        Share home videos with family and friends' to view on their TiVo DVRs

·      Get free video downloads — things not available on TV — from leading providers

·         Bring your favorite videos from popular Internet feeds to your TV

Does TiVo HD XL include an HDMI cable?

Yes, the HDMI cable is included with your purchase of TiVo HD XL DVR.

Does the TiVo HD XL have a Firewire output?

No, the TiVo HD XL does not support 1394 (Firewire) outputs.

Does the TiVo HD XL box work with my cable company's video on demand and pay-per-view services?

No. In order to use certain advanced and interactive digital cable services such as video-on-demand, enhanced program guide, and pay-per-view services you would need to use a separate cable company-provided set-top box. For more information about interactive digital cable services, please call your local cable operator.

What else do I need besides the TiVo HD XL DVR?

You need a subscription to the TiVo service, along with either a phone line or a home network connected to a high-speed Internet connection, a TV source (cable or antenna) and, of course, a TV (HD TV recommended).

Are TiVo DVRs easy to set up?

Our easy-to-follow setup instructions will have your new TiVo DVR connected to your TV and home network* in less than an hour — we even have videos that show you how to do it.