I am a TiVo freak, having had TiVo since it's first incarnation (have had the Series 2 for many years) and was holding out for the HD version. Well worth the wait. Aside from having to deal with my cable company to get the cable cards, set-up was easy as pie and the results are terrific (Hint: if the cable office is close by you can pick them up and install them yourself - saves time/hassle and money by not having to set aside half a day for them to arrive at which point they then complain about how they don't know/service TiVo and since they have their own DVR how about taking that instead). The ability to watch/record two channels at once without an A/B set-up is a huge plus and this one holds so much more than my Series 2. The HD quality is excellent and they have maintained all the other features such as Wishlists etc. (and added others)- For my money this DVR is far superior and easier to navigate than other DVRs including Dish (which I had for 3 weeks before I went running back begging for my TiVO). The stores I went to were sold out (which speak volumes) but then I found out that Amazon had a better price, free shipping and it arrived in 3 days. I am a happy camper. Come to the dark side, get your TiVO HD asap - you won't be sorry (although your family may never see you again for all the shows that will be waiting for you)
Technical Details
- Controls cable TV with record, pause, rewind and fast-forward in HD
- Records two HD channels at once, while watching another recorded show
- Records up to 20 hours of high definition programming (or 180 hours of standard definition)
- Video output modes include: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i
- Sources supported: Digital cable, Analog cable, Digital antenna (ATSC), Analog antenna and broadband content
TiVo HD is a smart addition to any high-definition TV, combining the clarity of high definition with the smart, easy-to-use TiVo Service. It works with any cable set-up. It connects to any home network, so you get access to the best of both broadcast and broadband content. It downloads the latest movies straight from the Internet to your living room. It can pause, rewind, and slow-motion your favorite moments with razor-sharp HD clarity. Plus, TiVo HD connects to virtually any cable service via CableCARDs1, so it replaces your existing cable box.
TiVo HD Features
Search for HD movies and sports: With our intelligent search features, you can easily find a specific director, actor, player, or team among the world of both broadcast and broadband content. Prefer to see a movie in high definition? Do a WishListTM search and the TiVo service will automatically record the HD version and place it in your Now Playing List.
Record movies in HD: When recording with TiVo HD, you have the option of capturing shows in standard or high definition. Plus, when you play them back, you can easily pause or rewind HD instant replays without ever sacrificing their original razor-sharp HD resolution.
Download movies from the Internet: Don't see any great movies in your cable program guide? You can easily select a classic or new release from the world's largest movie library, order them with a click of your remote control, and have them downloaded directly to your TiVo box.
Access your music library with the remote: When you connect your TiVo DVR to your home network, your HDTV can connect right to millions of songs and playlists available over the Internet. You can now enjoy digital music on the best sound system in the house.
Schedule an HD premiere: With TiVo, you can do your TV scheduling from any computer when you are away from home. Log onto TiVo.com, click on a show, and you're done.
