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  1. How much space is available on a TiVo DVR?

    TiVo allows you to store up 150 hours of HD or 1,000 hours of SD content.  
  2. Why do I need SECV Internet service for TiVo?

    TiVo relies on the Internet to deliver a consistent experience across live TV, On Demand and the app experience.   SECV’s Internet service enables us to guarantee quality and help troubleshoot and resolve any technical difficulties that may impact...
  3. How many shows can I record at once?

    TiVo allows you to record 6 shows simultaneously. 
  4. What is the TiVo Experience?

    The TiVo experience instantly gives you total control of the TV programming you love, and much more!  TiVo gives you access to an entire universe of TV shows, On Demand movies, plus streaming video services like Netflix and YouTube to just about a...
  5. How do I issue Google voice commands?

    To issue a voice command, press and hold the Google microphone button, and speak naturally into the remote.  Release the microphone button when you have finished speaking. ...
  6. What is Google Voice Search?

    Google Voice Search allows you to control your TiVo box by issuing voice commands using your remote control.
  7. What is Google Search?

    Search allows you to search by show title, episode title, show description, or person name (actor, director, etc).  The TiVo service searches upcoming TV shows and movies, streaming videos (from sources like Netflix), and SECV On Demand all at the...
  8. What is the SmartBar?

    The SmartBar predicts shows to watch based on what your household usually watches at a particular time or day.  For example, if you normally watch the previous night’s late-night talk show the next morning, you’ll see it in the SmartBar when you w...
  9. How do I access the TiVo Home screen?

    To get to the Home screen from live TV or any TiVo screen, just press the TiVo button on your remote control.  Home screen menu items include My Shows, What to Watch, Search, Apps & Games, SECV On Demand, and more.   ...
  10. What is the Catch Up feature?

    Shows that have aired within the last three days are available to watch using Catch Up.  Simply open the Guide and move the left, past the channel column, for up to 72 hours (3 days) to find your show.  Select the Start Over/Catch Up icon to watch...