TiVo CI_Install_0327_1.0 manual Cable-assisted installations, Self-installation

2.Manual setup: If the router doesn’t support WPS connections, a laptop is needed to log into the web interface for the wireless adapter. Before beginning this installation method, you will need the SSID and passphrase for the wireless network.

ACTIVATING THE CABLECARD:

To activate an M-CARD correctly, the coaxial cable must be connected to the back of the DVR before choosing to activate the CableCARD.

Cable-assisted installations:

Cable company installers need to access the CableCARD pairing screen inside of the installer options screen when installing a TiVo DVR. The menu displaying the CableCARD ID, Host ID, and Data ID is set to automatically display on screen when a CableCARD is inserted.

CableCARD ID

Host ID

Data ID

Accessing the web interface:

•Disable the wireless adapter on the PC being used for setup.

See individual manufacturer’s instructions, if needed.

•Connect the wireless adapter cables to the appropriate ports.

•Open the computer’s browser and enter the adapter’s default

IP address (192.168.10.1) in the URL bar.

•Select the network to join and enter the network passphrase.

•Once the connection is completed, remove the adapter from the computer and install in the appropriate ports on the DVR.

•Enable the wireless adapter PC used for setup.

Setting & Messages > Settings > Remote, CableCARD, & Devices > CableCARD Decoder > CableCARD options > CableCARD Menu > CableCARD

If for any reason this screen does not appear, the guide below shows how to navigate to the CableCARD menu to properly activate the CableCARD.

Self-installation:

Cable companies offer activation options for installations performed without a cable-company installer present. The list below provides activation information for common cable service providers. If you do not see a self-installation phone number for the chosen cable service, please check the cable provider information kit for help with self-installation. Depending on the provider, the CableCARD ID and Host ID from the TiVo DVR may be required. Follow the guide for navigating to the CableCARD installer’s menu found in the cable-assisted installation section of this guide.

Comcast (877) 405-2298	RCN (888) 891-7770
Comcast Automated (800) 671-9094	Time Warner (866) 606-5889
www.comcast.com/activate	Verizon (888) 897-7499
Cox (888) 556-1193	www.verizon.com/fiostv/selfinstall

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