How to Select TiVo

TiVo Digital Video Recording (DVR) technology is pretty sophisticated. It records your favorite TV shows to watch later. And there are many TiVo models and packages are out there. But here are easy steps to find the right TiVo model for you.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. Know what you really need. Why do you want a TiVo?
2. Choose the TiVo with enough storage if you are looking at recording time. They range from 40 to 180 hours of recording time.
3. Get a TiVo with extras if you need more recording time or options. An interesting alternative is having the three-in-one features–DVR, DVD playback and DVD recorder–in one device. HUMAX 40-hour DVD Recorder with TiVo has other features such as the ability to record shows onto a DVD for a permanent record.
4. Choose an 80-hour Series2 DT or a 180-hour Series2 DT box if you want to record two basic cable channels, or one basic cable and one digital cable channel simultaneously.
5. Choose the basic 80-hour Series2 that charges no fee for the box if you worry about its upfront cost and need a basic DVR with all major TiVo functionalities. Charges for TiVo boxes depend on their functionality.
6. Choose the subscription plan on the TiVo model. There are different prepaid and monthly plans.

Tips & Warnings

• Be careful when you choose your TiVo model and package. TiVo packages with pricing plans and TiVo boxes require you to agree to one, two or three years of service. There are also early termination fees and other restrictions on TiVo packages.
• You must buy required Ethernet cable or a compatible USB wireless network adapter separately.
• TiVo boxes can't record from two digital cable or two satellite channels at the same time. They also can't record from an over-the-air antenna.

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