My DVR Expander Quick Install Guide ™
Kit Contents Before Getting Started Kit Contents • • • • DVR Expander eSATA cable AC adapter Quick Install Guide Handling Precautions CAUTION: This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Refer servicing only to authorized WD personnel or an authorized WD service center. DVR Expander eSATA Cable • • • • • • • • • Do not drop or jolt the drive. Do not use the drive as a portable device. Do not move the drive while it is powered on. Do not attempt to open the drive and service it yourself.
Using My DVR Expander with TiVo® DVRs Connecting the DVR Expander 1. Power off the compatible TiVo® DVR by disconnecting the AC power cord. Note: For a list of compatible TiVo DVRs, visit www.tivo.com/expand. 2. 3. 4. 5. Connect the eSATA cable to the DVR Expander and TiVo® DVR. Connect the AC power cord to the DVR Expander and electrical outlet. The power LED illuminates. Wait approximately 15 seconds for the hard drive to reach operating speed.
Permanently Removing the DVR Expander Under normal operating conditions, there is no reason to remove the DVR Expander. Removing the DVR Expander does not allow you to play your recordings on a different DVR. Because each recording is distributed equally between the DVR’s internal drive and the DVR Expander, you cannot gain additional storage by using more than one DVR Expander. You should only remove the DVR Expander if you wish to stop using it.
Frequently Asked Questions Q: What is a DVR Expander? A: The DVR Expander is a device for adding additional storage capacity to your eSATA port-equipped DVR, and adds up to 300 hours of additional Digital SD recording time depending on the system and signal quality. Q: How do I know whether a recorded program is on the DVR or the DVR Expander? A: On the TiVo® DVR, each recorded program is stored partly on the internal drive and partly on the DVR Expander.
Q: Can I disconnect the DVR Expander from a DVR? A: Do not unplug or disconnect the drive while the DVR unit is plugged in or operating. To safely disconnect the drive from a DVR, first unplug the DVR from its power source, wait 10 seconds, and then disconnect the DVR Expander. Disconnecting the DVR Expander will cause the DVR to restart.
Using My DVR Expander with Scientific Atlanta DVRs Connecting the DVR Expander to a DVR 1. Check the recording space on your digital video recorder (DVR). Write down the percentage of used and available space, then power off the DVR and disconnect its power cord. 2. Connect the AC adapter cord to the DVR Expander and electrical outlet as shown below. The power LED illuminates.
Disconnecting the DVR Expander CAUTION: Always unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet before disconnecting the AC adapter from the DVR Expander. 1. With the DVR off, disconnect its power cord either from the back of the DVR and from the electrical outlet. 2. Disconnect the AC adapter cord and eSATA cable from the DVR Expander. Troubleshooting If the DVR Expander is not working correctly with your DVR, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the power cable from the DVR. 2.
Frequently Asked Questions Q: What is a DVR Expander? A: The DVR Expander is a device for adding additional storage capacity to your eSATA port-equipped DVR, and adds up to 300 hours of additional Digital SD recording time depending on the system and signal quality. Q: Can I move recorded programs from my DVR to the DVR Expander? A: No. Recorded content cannot be transferred from the DVR to the DVR Expander, and you cannot specify where to store recorded content.
Q: Where should I place the DVR Expander drive in an entertainment center? A: It is up to you. However, do not obstruct the front panels of the DVR Expander drive as this will reduce its cooling airflow. Note: Some electronic components have vent holes in the tops and sides allowing heat to escape. Do not stack the DVR Expander on top of, or block the vent holes of, other components in your entertainment center.
Warranty Information This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Refer servicing only to authorized WD personnel or a WD-approved service center. Obtaining Service WD values your business and always attempts to provide you the very best of service. If this Product requires maintenance, either contact the dealer from whom you originally purchased the Product or visit our product support Web site at support.wdc.com for information on how to obtain service or a Return Material Authorization (RMA).
