How to Select TiVo
- 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.
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