C o m p l e t i n g G u i d e d S e t u p
TiVo uses either a phone line or a broadband Internet connection to provide the TiVo
service and is available as a local call in most areas. In some areas, however, local and1 long distance toll charges may apply. You are responsible for any telephone charges.
Satellite Provider. If you subscribe to additional local channels for your city or a nearby city from your satellite provider, choose the appropriate option followed by the city name from which you get your local channels (e.g., DIRECTV- Sacramento).
Cable Provider. Cable companies may have entries with very similar names, and it may be difficult to know which is yours. Check your
channel lineup card (received during cable installation) or your cable bill. If you aren’t sure, make your best guess. Later in Guided Setup, you can check your guess on the Channels You Receive screen (see page 6). If you still don’t see your provider, go back and verify that you entered the correct ZIP code.
Cable Lineup. A lineup is the type of subscription you purchased from your cable company. Lineups usually have names like “Basic” or “Extended Basic.” Your cable bill may have this information. If you still aren’t sure, make your best guess. Later in Guided Setup, you can check your guess on the Channels You Receive screen (see page 6).
You may also see names like “Rebuild Basic” or “Rebuild Extended Basic.” “Rebuild” is a term TiVo uses to refer to a revised lineup. Usually you would be informed by your cable company if your lineup has been revised. If your best guess at a lineup choice was not correct, and a rebuild lineup with a similar name is available, try that one instead.
If you have a cable A/B system, you must pick either A or B to watch with your Recorder.
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