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Connections: rm at Fo 4* 3* Vi Re de co o rd 2 rd co Re rd rd B N roa et d w ba or n k d/ Po D ow w er nl oa Re d m ot e Ac tiv ity This section shows you how to design a whole home network using TiVo products and what infrastructure is necessary for the best customer experience. 1 The diagram below illustrates TiVo Premiere (Series 4) connections that will be referenced later in this guide.
Whole Home Installation: At the DVR: 4 TUNER DVR WHOLE HOME COAX TiVo DVRs require one of the following networking connections and a digital signal via a CableCARD (or HD antenna). MoCA enabled Coax Ethernet: 2. Whole Home “Daisychain” configuration requires an Ethernet connection at the location of a four-tuner DVR and Ethernet and/or Coaxial at all other Whole Home-enabled locations. This configuration is used when the router/switch is the same location as the four tuner DVR.
Two: How To Install Wireless: Begin TiVo DVR installation by connecting the power cord, and connecting the box to the Internet via a wired or wireless connection. Next, establish the cable source (or HD antenna: only for TiVo Premiere 2-tuner DVRs) and configure the device through the on-screen Guided Setup. Acceptable for rooms without access to a hard-wired connection. TiVo manufactures a wireless N adapter for connecting to existing wireless networks. This accessory offers two connection methods.
2. Manual setup: If the router doesn’t support WPS connections, a laptop is needed to log into the web interface for the wireless adapter. Before beginning this installation method, you will need the SSID and passphrase for the wireless network. ACTIVATING THE CABLECARD: To activate an M-CARD correctly, the coaxial cable must be connected to the back of the DVR before choosing to activate the CableCARD.
Installing an antenna: Complete Guided Setup: Guided Setup will automatically run the first time you power up the TiVo Premiere series box. The Guided Setup allows configuration of networking and connectivity and automatically updates the operating system software and program guide information. You can repeat Guided setup by going to: TiVo Central (TiVo button) > Messages & Settings > Help > Restart or Reset System > Repeat Guided Setup.
Three: Accessories TiVo Stream: TiVo offers several accessories to extend and enhance the entertainment experience both inside, and outside, the home. Each of these accessories are easy to install and offer cutting-edge features and high value to the customer. TiVo Stream is a streaming accessory available for use with iOS 5.1 devices* or later and Premiere DVRs.
oftware installation: S After connecting TiVo Stream to a home network, the TiVo app setup must be completed on compatible portable devices. To finish this portion of the installation, the following information is required: network SSID and passphrase from the wireless network, and the Media Access Key (MAK) from the TiVo DVR. You can locate the MAK on the DVR by navigating to TiVo Central > Settings & Messages > Account & System Info > Media Access Key.
Home Automation and Control Glossary The TiVo Premiere box was engineered with the ability to easily integrate with popular control systems via IP or IR with a transmitter. By default, the feature that allows network devices to control the TiVo unit via IP is turned off to ensure network s ecurity. Compatible Control Systems: Important Default Setting TiVo DVRs can be controlled by networked devices, such as Crestron home control systems. Beginning with version 9.
Appendix: The TiVo Remote: The TiVo Premiere remote control has a number of alternate button functions that are useful for enhancing the DVR experience. New users should become familiar with the remote as part of the Premiere DVR installation process, especially if this is their first TiVo DVR experience. 1 The TiVo button takes you to the TiVo® Central screen, the starting point for all your TiVo features and settings. 1 2 If you’re watching live TV, use it to swap tuners.
