[dougdingle]

Mind if I ask what the setup is like, does it require a TA? How as the Cable Card setup? Is the coax connected directly to the TiVo only, can a splitter be used to direct connect to the TV as if was a clear QAM signal?

The signal is encrypted as all digital cable signals are. The TV would see nothing.

MANY years ago, I had a JVC DiLA HD set that had a cable card slot. I got one from Spectrum, and it worked great. Those were early days (like about 18 years ago).

 

[charlesjbiller]

Note: I have Verizon Fios which may be different than Frontier.

No TA is needed. CableCard setup is very simple, they have a self-service online tool. I think in 5 years I've had to chat with customer service once or twice with a minor issue (needed to re-hit the card).

I do not know if the coax can feed your TV. I just connect my coax to my TiVo.

Are you using an existing card?

 

[cwoody222]

Are you using an existing card?

Yes, Fios requires a CC. $5/mo. Very easy setup.

 

[charlesjbiller]

Yes, Fios requires a CC. $5/mo. Very easy setup.

Thanks, at least, hopefully, they will have that service for now. Too bad it is not here where I am. AT&T is around the peninsula with fiber, not my location but may get their fiber if it get here.
I wonder if their system is compatible or similar as you Fios fiber.

 

[cwoody222]

Thanks, at least, hopefully, they will have that service for now. Too bad it is not here where I am. AT&T is around the peninsula with fiber, not my location but may get their fiber if it get here.
I wonder if their system is compatible or similar as you Fios fiber.

AT&T fiber does not work with TiVo.

 

[charlesjbiller]

AT&T fiber does not work with TiVo.

Oh, sh... there goes my long-range planning. I hate to have comcast recording my programs with commercials, not to mention my Edge being brand new.

 

[ncbill]

Well, as soon as I get the email I'll be using it to tell the spousal unit that we're dropping our $200/month triple-play.

I've been testing T-Mobile's Home Internet...it's faster & cheaper ($50/month, no fees/taxes for broadband in my state)

Will setup the Ooma Telo Air I just got & forward my Spectrum VOIP number to it to test Ooma, then port out to Ooma if it works OK...will be under $20/month for Ooma Premier service, including all fees/taxes.

I've got a nice amplified antenna to install outside for my base Roamio...just re-run Guided Setup for OTA.

Any cable shows I want I can just sign up & use their streaming app for a month or two.

 

[dougdingle]

Well, as soon as I get the email I'll be using it to tell the spousal unit that we're dropping our $200/month triple-play.

I've been testing T-Mobile's Home Internet...it's faster & cheaper ($50/month, no fees/taxes for broadband in my state)

Will setup the Ooma Telo Air I just got & forward my Spectrum VOIP number to it to test Ooma, then port out to Ooma if it works OK...will be under $20/month for Ooma Premier service, including all fees/taxes.

I've got a nice amplified antenna to install outside for my base Roamio...just re-run Guided Setup for OTA.

Any cable shows I want I can just sign up & use their streaming app for a month or two.

TiVo owners are less than 3% of Spectrum's clients. I just don't see them shaking in their boots over losing some of them. I bet more than a few will opt for the "One year of FREE! cablebox service for people using cable cards before they stopped working!"

I'll be sad to lose TiVo after 20 years, but things change.

 

[ncbill]

TiVo owners are less than 3% of Spectrum's clients. I just don't see them shaking in their boots over losing some of them. I bet more than a few will opt for the "One year of FREE! cablebox service for people using cable cards before they stopped working!"

I'll be sad to lose TiVo after 20 years, but things change.

I thought it was closer to 1%.

In any case I view this as a great thing since I've been wanting to drop my expensive cable bundle for some time now.

And this is the perfect excuse for me to do so.

 

[spepin]

Switch to Fios like yesterday. It’s FAR superior to Spectrum!

Unfortunately, fiber is not an option for all users.

 

[cwoody222]

Unfortunately, fiber is not an option for all users.

Again, I was replying to a person that said they were considering it, meaning it was available in their area.

 

[jastavoss]

Without Tivo, how do you record or download?

 

[mdavej]

Without Tivo, how do you record or download?

Record with cloud DVR on streaming service like YouTube TV. Download with streaming service offline recorder like Channels. Personally I have no need to ever download, so cloud DVR is enough for me. Of course cable company DVR does the same.

 

[charlesjbiller]

Without Tivo, how do you record or download?

If you have Comcast, there is an option on their home page by opening that monitor image next to mail. You have 4 options next to Xfinitystream. Explore those, not easy.

 

[jastavoss]

Record with cloud DVR on streaming service like YouTube TV. Download with streaming service offline recorder like Channels. Personally I have no need to ever download, so cloud DVR is enough for me. Of course cable company DVR does the same.

Any way to edit and save clips to a pc?

 

[mdavej]

Any way to edit and save clips to a pc?

No idea. Research “Channels” app.

 

[zenithblackdial]

Hello group,

This is my first time visiting your forum which I found doing a search for Spectrum's cable card news. I was having an issue today with my TiVo Bolt missing a few channels and called Spectrum tech support. The rep said, "you do know we are discontinuing cable cards? We sent out email notices." I told the rep I have not received an email. After rattling off a list of cities, she notified me that my market is not yet on the list for discontinuation. I am in the Tampa Bay area.

I currently have a master TiVo Bolt unit and 6 Mini/Lux units around the house. If the cable card and tuning adapter are eliminated, that really jams me up. I will have to re-imagine my entire house. I love TiVo's intuitive software, which I've used for over 20 years. I have despised other DVRs I've tried (eg. Spectrum in a temp corporate NYC apartment).

What are my options if I get the cancellation here in Florida. I currently record four news channels daily for my occupation. What about getting TV to all my other TVs in the house without having cable boxes everywhere? I hope there is a viable solution. This clearly torpedoes a large segment of TiVo's business model and leaves me with a pile of obsolete gear.

ZBD

 

[jastavoss]

I just had a nice "chat" with Tivo Support, and things don't seem as bad as I thought.

 

[John Harkins]

Well, as soon as I get the email I'll be using it to tell the spousal unit that we're dropping our $200/month triple-play.

I've been testing T-Mobile's Home Internet...it's faster & cheaper ($50/month, no fees/taxes for broadband in my state)

Will setup the Ooma Telo Air I just got & forward my Spectrum VOIP number to it to test Ooma, then port out to Ooma if it works OK...will be under $20/month for Ooma Premier service, including all fees/taxes.

I've got a nice amplified antenna to install outside for my base Roamio...just re-run Guided Setup for OTA.

Any cable shows I want I can just sign up & use their streaming app for a month or two.

I have a TiVo on Spectrum in NC. They stopped offering cable cards for new customers shortly after the legislation changed a year ago. They currently still support existing cable card customers but I anticipate that is going to change shortly (I have not received an email alerting me to a change). I prefer TiVo to streaming and generic DVRs offered by cable companies (TiVo is far superior) and will be sad when they drop support. I complained to the FCC but got nowhere with them.

So I will do likewise - as soon as Spectrum drops support for my TiVo, I will be changing providers and will not be sad to be rid of Spectrum. I have a few streaming packages now (not great for sports) but I will also mount an antenna and use my TiVo for OTA reception. The good news is that I will be able to upgrade to vastly superior fiber internet when we are booted from Spectrum (that fiber service lacks a cable TV offering though - TiVo is the only reason we haven't switched already).

 

[jastavoss]

The only thing I care about is the ability to record, and download to a pc. Have no interest in streaming.