Official TiVo HD thread

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I don't really understand your suggstion. If you're saying to buy the expensive HDTivo instead of the new TiVo light, no can do. My HDTV died a few weeks ago, and I have to replace that too.

 

DVRMe: I've had my Humax800 as well as SVR2000 and SVR3000 (currently unregistered) for several years, and just re-upped my Humax only, under the new, exciting price plan <vbg>

So, when I'm ready, I'll either give my old TiVos away or sell them on eBay.

Sounds like returning your box was the best way to go!

 

Anyone here have BrightHouse in Tampabay or have a clue what cards will cost and procedure/experience in getting cards for your HDTiVo?

Will the cards be the same for the HDTiVo light?

 

Actually I think that Tivo has attempted to clarify their pricing plans. If you create an account on Tivo.com and enter your desired purchases it shows you what the sub price options are (including MSD).

 

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I have a question regarding the new TiVo HD:
For anyone who has one - can you watch a recorded show while sending another show to VCR? That's one feature the SA8300HD STB offers that I REALLY missed on the S3.

 

No. All the outputs show the same program.

 

What is this.. this... VCR of which you speak?

 

Very Crappy Recorder

 

I'm happy to hear that the pricing plans are clear to you.

Perhaps I misunderstand, but I don't think it relates to getting a better plan/price from buying elsewhere, and/or canceling service, does it?

Whatever, their policies are not within my purview, so I will do what y'all tell me is best <vbg>

 

The bland not-so-informative PC World video:

http://www.pcworld.com/video/id,560-page,1-bid,0/video.html

 

TiVo doesn't sell an HDTiVo. And HDTiVo isn't for sale either.

So I recommend you spend your money on a TiVo HD.

 

Please forgive my ignorance on pricing plans but....
I have a S2 with lifetime service. Right now there is no transfer to the new HD tivo - correct.
If I buy a new HD Tivo from Circuit City (or TIvo.com) is it elidigible for MSD of $6.95 a month? (Edit: answer is YES)

Also, can I just hook my digital cable box to it without getting a cable card? I am a bit confused on this feature.

One last question - can I connect the HD tivo to my PC to transfer shows - ala Tivo-to-go? (Answer: NO! - in FAQ on Tivo)

EDIT: I answered some of my own questions.

 

I'm on the phone now with TiVo. Rep says that they reversed their policy since yesterday, and now will honor a grandfather transfer for the new TiVo HD!

 

Yes. You will just need to re-run guided setup if you get cable cards in the future.

 

the plans are not convoluted in the least.

buy both TiVo HDs from anywhere. go to activate service and get the 3 yr prepaid on the first. then activate the second and do the 3yr comittment and get the MSD rate

 

No you can't. The Tivo HD does not have the capability to control a set top box. You can connect the coax directly into the Tivo and get basic channels until you get cablecards.

 

The fact that cable cards are not bi-directional is holding me back. I like having VOD and being able to order PPV. Losing those features is not worth it to me.

Is there a time line for bi-directional cards? Or is it up in the air?

 

I purchased an original Phillips Tivo in the fall of 2001, and it has worked great. A few years ago, I started using a Motorola HD DVR from my cable company with my HDTV. When I started using the cable box, I called Tivo to cancel my Tivo service. They said since I was a "good customer", they would lower my monthly rate to $6.95 if I kept the Tivo service. I said sure, since I still use the Tivo in my computer room, as a backup in case I have a 3rd show that I want to record at the same time.

Now that I've ordered a TivoHD, I am wondering if I would be able to transfer that Tivo service to the new DVR, and keep my $6.95 rate...

This is what the FAQ says...

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How Do I Transfer My TiVo Service to a New DVR?

You can transfer any service agreement to another TiVo DVR of any make or model at any time.
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Yea, I doubt it, but I will try. It says to do it under "Manage My Account". From what I've read, my Series1 is old enough that it may work for manually recording shows without the Tivo service.

Any thoughts?

Thanks,
Jeff

 

you can not hook the cable box up to the TiVo HD. There is no way for it to ocntrol the box like a sereis 2 does. So leave the cable box on the DT.
You can hook the cable up and get all the analog channels only or get cable cards and get both analog and digital.

Correct there is no TiVoTogo for now. TiVo has stated they are working on enabling it on the S3 line by the end of the year.

 

Updated information regarding this on [post=5351201]the TiVo HD FAQ.[/post] Thanks!