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... TiVo Customer Support). It's a revolution in television. Your new Toshiba Digital Media Server with TiVo® service combines a TiVo® Digital Video Recorder (DVR) with music, photos, and more , and lets you get set up. Because it's all-digital, TiVo saves your DMS to a home network, and it becomes the hub of your favorite series, all season long, even if the schedule changes. • Smart Searching. An interactive program guide includes detailed program descriptions, ratings, and more . Connect your recorded programs on a hard drive...
... TiVo Customer Support). It's a revolution in television. Your new Toshiba Digital Media Server with TiVo® service combines a TiVo® Digital Video Recorder (DVR) with music, photos, and more , and lets you get set up. Because it's all-digital, TiVo saves your DMS to a home network, and it becomes the hub of your favorite series, all season long, even if the schedule changes. • Smart Searching. An interactive program guide includes detailed program descriptions, ratings, and more . Connect your recorded programs on a hard drive...
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... TiVo BasicTM service. Take the tours in Chapter 2 of screen. Using This Guide Getting Started 1. Basic terms. These are graphic symbols used in this side column. With the TiVo service, you pause live TV. Service Terms. This guide refers to both TiVo Basic and TiVo Plus. These are terms used to refer to information that applies to both the TiVo Basic and the TiVo Plus service. Connect your Toshiba Digital Media Server (DMS) using...
... TiVo BasicTM service. Take the tours in Chapter 2 of screen. Using This Guide Getting Started 1. Basic terms. These are graphic symbols used in this side column. With the TiVo service, you pause live TV. Service Terms. This guide refers to both TiVo Basic and TiVo Plus. These are terms used to refer to information that applies to both the TiVo Basic and the TiVo Plus service. Connect your Toshiba Digital Media Server (DMS) using...
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... Box & RF Program Source ᕡ Make sure the satellite cable from the wall is connected to your satellite box. ᕢ Connect a Composite A/V cable from the Audio/Video Output jacks on the satellite ᕦ Connect a Channel Changing Cable (See page 5 for help). (c) Mount the IR emitters. After you complete Guided Setup, you 're ready to the Audio/Video Input jacks on your DMS to a home network and use a broadband Internet connection instead of the Serial Control ᕤ Connect a Composite A/V cable...
... Box & RF Program Source ᕡ Make sure the satellite cable from the wall is connected to your satellite box. ᕢ Connect a Composite A/V cable from the Audio/Video Output jacks on the satellite ᕦ Connect a Channel Changing Cable (See page 5 for help). (c) Mount the IR emitters. After you complete Guided Setup, you 're ready to the Audio/Video Input jacks on your DMS to a home network and use a broadband Internet connection instead of the Serial Control ᕤ Connect a Composite A/V cable...
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.... Keep in all power cords and turn on your TV's remote to change channels. You may have to your TV remote or TV until you see Chapter 2. How do I watch live TV on one channel and record another , use your TV. b Digital Media Server ® a IR Control cable connection 20 Be sure both emitters stick out about 1.5 inches directly in place. Plug the other underneath it has no TiVo service functionality...
.... Keep in all power cords and turn on your TV's remote to change channels. You may have to your TV remote or TV until you see Chapter 2. How do I watch live TV on one channel and record another , use your TV. b Digital Media Server ® a IR Control cable connection 20 Be sure both emitters stick out about 1.5 inches directly in place. Plug the other underneath it has no TiVo service functionality...
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... can complete Guided Setup later. 22 Guided Setup Completing Guided Setup After you make a mistake during ® either of a phone line to connect to the TiVo service. You can watch live TV. Guided Setup Tips and Troubleshooting ZIP Code. When you provide your e-mail address, you through the process. Your ZIP code helps the TiVo service determine the correct program information to send to your TV, its front panel displays "SETUP." The Guided Setup screens step you 'll...
... can complete Guided Setup later. 22 Guided Setup Completing Guided Setup After you make a mistake during ® either of a phone line to connect to the TiVo service. You can watch live TV. Guided Setup Tips and Troubleshooting ZIP Code. When you provide your e-mail address, you through the process. Your ZIP code helps the TiVo service determine the correct program information to send to your TV, its front panel displays "SETUP." The Guided Setup screens step you 'll...
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... view.) Controlling Playback. Put in the disc with the label side facing up, using the disc tray guide to align it . (If you have a DVD disc in the Digital Media Server does not interfere with DVDs and CDs. In fact, while playing a DVD, all work as you want to open the disc tray. Playing a Disc Press the OPEN/CLOSE ( ) button on the front panel of discs that are compatible with a program from the beginning. For instructions, see a menu...
... view.) Controlling Playback. Put in the disc with the label side facing up, using the disc tray guide to align it . (If you have a DVD disc in the Digital Media Server does not interfere with DVDs and CDs. In fact, while playing a DVD, all work as you want to open the disc tray. Playing a Disc Press the OPEN/CLOSE ( ) button on the front panel of discs that are compatible with a program from the beginning. For instructions, see a menu...
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... seen ways to find, record, and copy programs you already know you can set up a recording here-it's that easy! It's a guide to the TiVo service. The programs in Showcases are updated during your Digital Media Server's regular connection to the best upcoming shows on hit movies, exciting miniseries, special events, popular series, and shows featuring the biggest stars of the screen and stage. Showcases and...
... seen ways to find, record, and copy programs you already know you can set up a recording here-it's that easy! It's a guide to the TiVo service. The programs in Showcases are updated during your Digital Media Server's regular connection to the best upcoming shows on hit movies, exciting miniseries, special events, popular series, and shows featuring the biggest stars of the screen and stage. Showcases and...
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... doesn't choose a new password. 71 To do this, select Messages & Setup, then Standby. Use the number buttons on Parental Controls." While Parental Controls are temporarily turned off Parental Controls, so that violate Parental Controls. To turn off . Or, you can watch a locked program or channel by pressing SELECT, then entering the password. Then press the TiVo or LIVE TV button. Padlock appears locked and bright. Settings The large version...
... doesn't choose a new password. 71 To do this, select Messages & Setup, then Standby. Use the number buttons on Parental Controls." While Parental Controls are temporarily turned off Parental Controls, so that violate Parental Controls. To turn off . Or, you can watch a locked program or channel by pressing SELECT, then entering the password. Then press the TiVo or LIVE TV button. Padlock appears locked and bright. Settings The large version...
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... inputs can also program some buttons on the remote to the Remote Control Tips on the inside front cover of the video displayed on /off the TV and the A/V receiver at the same time. In this guide. Changing the input will already work with your DMS. You can include video from a VCR, DVD player, DVR, or a video camera. 76 Messages & Setup Remote Control & DMS Front Lights To change the source of this case, the TV POWER button turns on...
... inputs can also program some buttons on the remote to the Remote Control Tips on the inside front cover of the video displayed on /off the TV and the A/V receiver at the same time. In this guide. Changing the input will already work with your DMS. You can include video from a VCR, DVD player, DVR, or a video camera. 76 Messages & Setup Remote Control & DMS Front Lights To change the source of this case, the TV POWER button turns on...
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... may receive service updates to your DMS. If you haven't connected a network adapter, you to the Phone Dialing Options screen. A phone connection is required for warranty information. When you select this happens rarely (a few times a year). You may permanently damage your Digital Media Server's modem and can see these selections: • Edit phone settings. The connection usually lasts less than five minutes. On the Phone & Network Setup screen, you 'll be used...
... may receive service updates to your DMS. If you haven't connected a network adapter, you to the Phone Dialing Options screen. A phone connection is required for warranty information. When you select this happens rarely (a few times a year). You may permanently damage your Digital Media Server's modem and can see these selections: • Edit phone settings. The connection usually lasts less than five minutes. On the Phone & Network Setup screen, you 'll be used...
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... a cable from appliances such as microwaves and cordless phones. Ethernet connections are typically more devices (probably computers), connected to another device. You can be subject to a Home Network Using Wired (Ethernet)" on page 119 • Wireless. USB Ports, Wireless and Wired Network Adapters On the back of your Digital Media Server, you will need a network adapter for each DMS you want to use a USB port to your home network using either a wireless or a wired (Ethernet) USB network adapter. Here are some notes to help you...
... a cable from appliances such as microwaves and cordless phones. Ethernet connections are typically more devices (probably computers), connected to another device. You can be subject to a Home Network Using Wired (Ethernet)" on page 119 • Wireless. USB Ports, Wireless and Wired Network Adapters On the back of your Digital Media Server, you will need a network adapter for each DMS you want to use a USB port to your home network using either a wireless or a wired (Ethernet) USB network adapter. Here are some notes to help you...
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... time. • Make sure cables are connected from the input you used to connect your DMS to your TV. Questions About Getting Started Questions About Getting Started I don't see the Welcome Screen when I plug in my DMS for details. If you are having trouble changing the video source, refer to your TV's owner's manual. • If you connected your DMS to the TiVo service. My TiVo remote control doesn't control my TV's power...
... time. • Make sure cables are connected from the input you used to connect your DMS to your TV. Questions About Getting Started Questions About Getting Started I don't see the Welcome Screen when I plug in my DMS for details. If you are having trouble changing the video source, refer to your TV's owner's manual. • If you connected your DMS to the TiVo service. My TiVo remote control doesn't control my TV's power...
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... time. Set 'Phone Avail.' The TiVo service will keep the phone connected all the time? • We recommend you have voice mail on this phone line or use a broadband Internet connection to connect to the TiVo service instead of available numbers for the phone line, and periodic connections will not interfere with the troubleshooting here. Questions About Connecting to the TiVo Service Do I need to keep the Digital Media Server's program information fully up to date. • You can also use...
... time. Set 'Phone Avail.' The TiVo service will keep the phone connected all the time? • We recommend you have voice mail on this phone line or use a broadband Internet connection to connect to the TiVo service instead of available numbers for the phone line, and periodic connections will not interfere with the troubleshooting here. Questions About Connecting to the TiVo Service Do I need to keep the Digital Media Server's program information fully up to date. • You can also use...
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... provider. • Your video cable may be a problem with other equipment may have come loose. What is TiVo Basic service? • TiVo Basic service allows you to control live TV (pause, fast forward, instant replay), and record programs from a specific channel at a specific time (much like a VCR) to Now Playing. Questions About the TiVo® Service • If you have a satellite or cable box, go to Messages & Setup, Cable/Satellite Box, Connection to DMS. Verify...
... provider. • Your video cable may be a problem with other equipment may have come loose. What is TiVo Basic service? • TiVo Basic service allows you to control live TV (pause, fast forward, instant replay), and record programs from a specific channel at a specific time (much like a VCR) to Now Playing. Questions About the TiVo® Service • If you have a satellite or cable box, go to Messages & Setup, Cable/Satellite Box, Connection to DMS. Verify...
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... phone or network settings." • The menu item "Edit phone settings" will change the type of your home network's connection to use a different adapter. Questions About Networking I can connect to your home network, and your requested recordings). To see "Edit phone settings:" • Make sure the USB cable between your DMS and the Internet: your Digital Media Server's connection to the TiVo service via a home network's always-on broadband Internet connection, or via a broadband Internet connection: • Check that the Internet connection is available, then troubleshoot...
... phone or network settings." • The menu item "Edit phone settings" will change the type of your home network's connection to use a different adapter. Questions About Networking I can connect to your home network, and your requested recordings). To see "Edit phone settings:" • Make sure the USB cable between your DMS and the Internet: your Digital Media Server's connection to the TiVo service via a home network's always-on broadband Internet connection, or via a broadband Internet connection: • Check that the Internet connection is available, then troubleshoot...
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... network adapter or cables could be compatible. If you have fixed this eliminates the Digital Media Server's need to use it to connect to the TiVo service now.") If you can browse the web, then see "My DMS is visible on page 116. 150 If you do not see "USB Ports, Wireless and Wired Network Adapters" on the Phone & Network Setup screen. See Chapter 8 for wireless networks, see "My DMS is working. After you have a home network...
... network adapter or cables could be compatible. If you have fixed this eliminates the Digital Media Server's need to use it to connect to the TiVo service now.") If you can browse the web, then see "My DMS is visible on page 116. 150 If you do not see "USB Ports, Wireless and Wired Network Adapters" on the Phone & Network Setup screen. See Chapter 8 for wireless networks, see "My DMS is working. After you have a home network...
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...'s web site at www.tacp.toshiba.com/service as soon as limited above, and do not extend to any DMS units or parts that have been lost or discarded by you in violation of instructions furnished by an Authorized TACP Service Station. use or malfunction through simultaneous use of this manual and checking the "Troubleshooting" section, you new products specifically designed to meet your needs...
...'s web site at www.tacp.toshiba.com/service as soon as limited above, and do not extend to any DMS units or parts that have been lost or discarded by you in violation of instructions furnished by an Authorized TACP Service Station. use or malfunction through simultaneous use of this manual and checking the "Troubleshooting" section, you new products specifically designed to meet your needs...
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... panel lights turning on the DMS front panel 82 Linux 182 live TV recording from 40 troubleshooting 138 M Macrovision 182 manual recording, creating 41 manual repeating recording repeating recording features and 93 Messages reading messages from TiVo 66 Multi-Room Viewing 113 music file types 114 playing 115 Music & Photos 114 MUTE button, programming 78 N networking troubleshooting 149 Now Playing tour 36 troubleshooting 142 watching programs from 55 O ON/STANDBY button 90 191 INSTANT REPLAY button 50 IP address...
... panel lights turning on the DMS front panel 82 Linux 182 live TV recording from 40 troubleshooting 138 M Macrovision 182 manual recording, creating 41 manual repeating recording repeating recording features and 93 Messages reading messages from TiVo 66 Multi-Room Viewing 113 music file types 114 playing 115 Music & Photos 114 MUTE button, programming 78 N networking troubleshooting 149 Now Playing tour 36 troubleshooting 142 watching programs from 55 O ON/STANDBY button 90 191 INSTANT REPLAY button 50 IP address...
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... by 8 phone line 8 photos file types 114 viewing 115 Pick Programs to VCR 110 Season PassTM cancel 97 cancelling a Season Pass 96 repeating recording features and 93 using with no rating 73 repeating recordings and 93 troubleshooting 144 turning on and off 71 Parental Controls screen 71 PAUSE button 50 PCM output, setting 67 performing a code search 79, 82 Phone & Network Setup 83 phone avail. See also To Do List. troubleshooting 139 PLAY button 50...
... by 8 phone line 8 photos file types 114 viewing 115 Pick Programs to VCR 110 Season PassTM cancel 97 cancelling a Season Pass 96 repeating recording features and 93 using with no rating 73 repeating recordings and 93 troubleshooting 144 turning on and off 71 Parental Controls screen 71 PAUSE button 50 PCM output, setting 67 performing a code search 79, 82 Phone & Network Setup 83 phone avail. See also To Do List. troubleshooting 139 PLAY button 50...
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... Settings audio 67 cable lineup 68 channel banner 68 channel changing 69 channels 68 connection to DMS 75 DVD 70 Parental Controls 71 recording quality 74 RF Video 76 sound effects volume and 68 television audio 68 video 75 Settings screen 67 setup example choosing 9 Showcases 36 SLOW button 50 sound effects volume 68 T TCP/IP settings 124 television audio 68 time how the DMS's clock is set 141 TiVo Central Online 100 TiVo Desktop application 114 TiVo PlusTM service...
... Settings audio 67 cable lineup 68 channel banner 68 channel changing 69 channels 68 connection to DMS 75 DVD 70 Parental Controls 71 recording quality 74 RF Video 76 sound effects volume and 68 television audio 68 video 75 Settings screen 67 setup example choosing 9 Showcases 36 SLOW button 50 sound effects volume 68 T TCP/IP settings 124 television audio 68 time how the DMS's clock is set 141 TiVo Central Online 100 TiVo Desktop application 114 TiVo PlusTM service...