Manage updates with the Download AppTiVo Series2 DT (80-hours)
Manufacturer: TiVo Inc. Part number: TCD649080
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- While its slick interface and cool networking features still distinguish it from rival DVRs, the dual-tuner function of the TiVo Series2 DT is useful only for those with analog cable service.
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CNET editors' review
TiVo Series2 DT (80-hours) price range: $150.08
- Reviewed by: John Falcone
- Edited by: David Katzmaier
- Reviewed on: 04/24/2006
- Released on: 04/25/2006
The good: The TiVo Series2 DT one-ups generic DVRs with an easy setup, a friendly user interface, its ability to work with any cable or satellite box, and impressive home network and Internet features such as photo and music streaming, downloadable video content, and remote programming. The DT model includes built-in Ethernet networking support and the ability to record a second program simultaneously.
The bad: The TiVo DT's second tuner is useful only for viewing or recording shows on basic analog cable, which severely limits its convenience for many users. TiVo requires additional monthly charges, and most of its once-unique features are now widely available in competing DVRs. It also can't record HDTV programs.
The bottom line: While its slick interface and cool networking features still distinguish it from rival DVRs, the dual-tuner function of the TiVo Series2 DT is useful only for those with analog cable service.
User reviews
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About useless to Mac users
by orlandomacgeek on April 25, 2006
Pros: Still better the cable company's DVR
Cons: All these spiffy new features...Where is the Mac support?
Summary: Once again all the talk and hype has been centered on Tivo's networking abilities, but us Mac users are left in the dust. After over a year and a ...
Summary: Once again all the talk and hype has been centered on Tivo's networking abilities, but us Mac users are left in the dust. After over a year and a half of Windows users having the Tivo To Go feature (downloading TV from Tivo to computer) all us Mac users have is more empty promises.
Never mind the fact that it took over a year for them to build a basic client (music & photo sharing only) to support OS X 10.4. Finally within the last month they put out such a client with two major omissions. First off still no Tivo To Go. Second and more importantly, even though this software was released MONTHS after the Intel Macs rolled out, you can not run the software even using Rosetta.
Basically if you own a Mac don't buy a Tivo until they decide that we are good enough to release software to.6 out of 11 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Perfect for basic home use.
by Chebwa-18761586766062992803356 on October 27, 2006
Pros: Stylish design, excellent interface, multiple outputs, reasonable HDD capacity, records two programs at once, inexpensive with contract.
Cons: Programs recorded higher than "basic" quality require tons of space, basic features will turn off power users, no support for HD content, no way to interact without the remote.
Summary: I can't believe that some people are giving this product scores of 3s and 2s, mainly citing its inability to play HD content as a huge downfall.
There is ...Summary: I can't believe that some people are giving this product scores of 3s and 2s, mainly citing its inability to play HD content as a huge downfall.
There is a TiVo available that allows HD content. This is for the basic home user who is watching television from your run of the mill coaxial input.
I find that it works perfectly for what I need.
I would love to see an improved TiVo Desktop for transferring programs to and from the box though. As of right now, it's a little limited.3 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
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TiVo Duel Tuner
by paulF5A on April 25, 2006
Pros: Love TiVo compared to the Comcast DVR I have now. Much simpler to use. Cheaper if you buy instead of monthly payments of almost forty dollars.
Cons: No HDTV. Doesn't work with my setup.
Summary: Whoever is running TiVo was really behind the curve when deciding to go to HDTV. Will be returning to TiVo when high definition is included. Unfortunately that seems to be ...
Summary: Whoever is running TiVo was really behind the curve when deciding to go to HDTV. Will be returning to TiVo when high definition is included. Unfortunately that seems to be October or later. I'm waiting. The comcast remote and options are a nightmare.
2 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great for non-techies, product as advertised
by blueOrbit on December 22, 2006
Pros: Easy to setup and use, Tivo-to-go, parental controls, can schedule from internet
Cons: Remote buttons don't respond well, 80 hours only applies if you record at the lowest quality level
Summary: Background: I'm new to Tivo and DVR's in general, but I'm a tech savvy person and I've built many computers from scratch.
Good: The Tivo does ...Summary: Background: I'm new to Tivo and DVR's in general, but I'm a tech savvy person and I've built many computers from scratch.
Good: The Tivo does what it is advertised to do. Best of all it does it in a simple, straighforward way, but doesn't leave out the ability to get a little fancy with features like Tivo-to-go, internet scheduling, and upgrades. The reason I bought Tivo vs. a Media Center PC was cost and simplicity. Tivo is a lot cheaper, even with the subscription service and it was something my wife and kids could quickly learn. This unit does not support HDTV, but I haven't jumped on the HD bandwagon yet so I wasn't worried. Additionally, when I decide to switch to HD, Tivo has HD boxes available and I can port my service to the new box. The system comes with a large variety of cabling so you shouldn't need to make a second trip for cables.
Bad: Tivo's website is a little rough around the edges and could stand to be revamped. The online scheduling area isn't as easy as it should be. The remote control feels nice in your hand, but using it is somewhat clumsy; the numbers are below the balance point and are a little too small for your thumb, the buttons lack sensitivity and must be pushed down all the way in order to work them, and some buttons are silkscreened on the button face (white on grey) making them hard to read.
Ultimately I'm happy with the product and I consider it to be a good value... purchased as a holiday sale for about 70% off and your 3rd year free.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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TiVo DT, Next Step ?
by Stargate199 on April 25, 2006
Pros: Dual Tuner Feature
Cons: Lacks HDTV support
Summary: I have worked with many Tivos and I can say they are very good products. I would like to see HDTV come to Tivo. I like the product, but for ...
Summary: I have worked with many Tivos and I can say they are very good products. I would like to see HDTV come to Tivo. I like the product, but for it to survive, it needs to be able to support all the new feature of the new HDTVs today. Otherwise, your better off building a media center PC that can record HD (that is with a HD capture card).
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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i like my tivo
by hoolagal on October 24, 2009
Pros: pausing live tv, recording tons of shows, being able to dowload to my computer, one nice simple remote control, tivo suggestions, pretty simple to set up and navigate and even my friend who is a senior citizen was able to operate tivo ...
Cons: POOR CANADIAN SUPPORT which really ticks me off !!! website can not even accommodate canadian addresses ..tivo desktop prompts me very time to upgrade and when i try it is only for americans ... over a hundred dollars a year to continue to have tivo
Summary: i like my tivo ... it is way better than a vcr ... super annoyed about the lack of canadian support ... apparently there is a way to upload videos from computer to ...
Summary: i like my tivo ... it is way better than a vcr ... super annoyed about the lack of canadian support ... apparently there is a way to upload videos from computer to tivo to watch on tv ... i have gone through the process repeatedly and it does not work ... it is so geared towards americans (and nothing at all against americans!!!) i will probably go for the dvr offered by my local cable company when my contract is up ... when i purchased my tivo at the store, the store did not have one tivo that had not been returned by a customer and i had to wait for a new one to be sent ...
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Absolutely perfect for me!
by chiptyipper on February 24, 2008
Pros: So simple to use, I can't believe it!
Cons: There are NONE
Summary: Incredibly easy to set up. When it arrived in the mail, I waited until I had an evening with at least 3 hours to devote to setting it up. I ...
Summary: Incredibly easy to set up. When it arrived in the mail, I waited until I had an evening with at least 3 hours to devote to setting it up. I also fully expected that it would not work on the first try, that I would get something wrong or that the instructions would be difficult to follow. WRONG!
My Tivo is the simplest electronic device I have ever set up and it worked perfectly immediately. It was far less frustrating to set up than my DVD player, and does far, far more. In less than one hour, I was being wowed by its incredible features. It far surpasses my expectations.
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No digital audio?
by txj118 on October 21, 2007
Pros: great networking features
Cons: dual tuner isn't, no digital audio
Summary: TiVo's corporate philosophy is nonsensical and frustrating. The Series2's networking features are cutting-edge, but the box is by no means a true dual tuner, as satellite subscribers will ...
Summary: TiVo's corporate philosophy is nonsensical and frustrating. The Series2's networking features are cutting-edge, but the box is by no means a true dual tuner, as satellite subscribers will need 2 of these boxes to tape 2 shows at once. But to be fair, with rebates, multi-box discounts etc., this option isn't half bad b/c users can access either box and re-route recorded content via the local network, not to mention easily offload recorded content.
But the Series2 has a fatal flaw that surprisingly even CNET's editors neglect to mention:
No digital audio output.
That means *NO* Dolby 5.1 (or better) feed for home theater sound systems, only stereo surround sound fakery. How can any home theater enthusiast take this box seriously?
With true broadband networking, the TiVo Series2 is brain candy for the creative technophile. But that same customer is left shaking his or her head in disbelief at a 'dual-tuner' DVR with just one contemporary tuner, and the audio jacks of a cassette tape deck. -
Great for home networking
by Kriskrosb on April 30, 2007
Pros: Tivo to go, Wishlist, and season passes.
Cons: No show reminders
Summary: I purchased two tivos for x-mas to get rid of the cable companies dvr. We love the easy setup and user friendly remote.
The ability to record two shows at ...Summary: I purchased two tivos for x-mas to get rid of the cable companies dvr. We love the easy setup and user friendly remote.
The ability to record two shows at once is great. The network allows us to see programs recorded on the tivo in another room on so we can share programs. The network also connects the Tivo's to our computer to use Tivo To Go for downloads to a portable device.
The only thing I would like is a reminder that a program is scheduled to begin on another channel like the cable company's dvr offered. Especially if I just want to watch the program and without recording. -
Quit bashing it for not having HD!!
by Tngilbert1s on April 25, 2007
Pros: Amazing ease of use. NEVER crashes or misses shows - like my HD Moxi.
Cons: None - to all of you that knock its rating down because it does not have HD - it does not pretend to - get a S3 TiVo for that.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: TiVo Inc.
- Part number: TCD649080
- Description: The world's first, best, and easiest-to-use digital video recorder just got better. Now, record two shows at once! A new bezel featuring a gloss black center section and real brushed aluminum surround gives the Series2 DT DVR a modern, upscale look. Only the TiVo service gives you the freedom to watch your favorite shows any time, anywhere.
General
- Product Type DVR
- Width 15 in
- Depth 12.5 in
- Height 3.3 in
- Weight 7.9 lbs
DVR
- Service TiVo
- Max Recording Capacity 80 hour(s)
- Instant Replay Yes
- One Touch Recording Yes
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x USB - Rear
Product series
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Manufacturer: TiVo Inc.
Specs: DVR,
80 hour(s),
15 in x 12.5 in x 3.3 in,
TiVo -
Manufacturer: TiVo Inc.
Specs: DVR,
180 hour(s),
15 in x 12.5 in x 3.3 in,
TiVo
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:TiVo Inc.
- Address:
2160 Gold St, Alviso, CA 95002 - Phone: (408) 519-9100
- Email: support@tivo.com
- Fax: (408) 519-5330
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