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Getting service from a cable company is generally cheaper. Most cable company's DVR service seem to run approx. $10 per month, in addition to your current cable company bill. Generally, there is no equipment to purchase so the only cost you pay is your monthly bill. Note: This may or may not be the case with your cable company. Consult your cable company for exact pricing and terms for DVR service. Purchasing your own DVR can mean anywhere from roughly $100 (for a standard TiVo DVR) to $600 for some higher-end DVRs. The higher-end DVRs include fancy features such as DVD recording and the like. Plus, you may pay an additional monthly fee, ($12 per month for TiVo, for example). While purchasing your DVR may be more expensive initially, your DVR offers more features and flexibility than your cable company's service. **alternate response** In my neck of the woods (South FL)renting a cable DVR is $8 monthly for the hardware rental and an additional $5 for programming service. I pay $5 a month for a DirecTV DVR programming with a hardware lump sum cost of $50 (the hardware is often available for free with a new installation)
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What are the benefits of using a cable company's DVR service?
TiVo isn't the only option for digital video recording. TiVo just happened to hit the market early and it became popular fast. You have an option of using DVR receiver services from your cable company. This option usually requires no hardware as the DVR receiver is integrated with your program menu. You simply order the service from your cable company, and you
What is Tivo?
Tivo is when you can fast-forward, rewind, and even pause live television. I believe you can get it with any cable company.
Can I get my cable company(time warner) to let me use their program guide on my Tivo?
Yes. You would probably have to call the cable company so that they can setup the program guide to operate with the Tivo receiver.
Do you have to have DirectTV to have TiVo?
No, you can use TiVo with an antenna or any cable service. Check out http://www.tivo.com/whatistivo/compatibilityandsetup/whichtivo/index.html to see what TiVo would work best for you.
Can TiVo be hooked up to my digital cable?
Hi, Don't see why not, since it's a subscription service. Since Tivo can be connected to satellite systems, I would expect them to also be compatible with cable systems as well. To be on the safe side, go to the Tivo website and see what info you can find. Either that, or give the people at Tivo a call. My personal expereince with them is that they're a friendly and helpful company. Hope this helps, Cubby
What cable will hook a tivo to a cable box?
The device is called a coaxial cable.
If the cable company forgot to shut off your cable on the line outside would they be able to tell that it is on if you hooked up tivo?
Only if they physically go and check it out.
Can I use my TIVO on a different cable system?
I think you can.
Is DVR service expensive?
How expensive your DVR service is depends on if you use your cable company's service or if decide to purchase your own DVR.Cable company service. Most cable company's DVR service seem to run approx. $10 per month, in addition to your current cable company bill. Generally, there is no equipment to purchase so the only cost you pay is your monthly bill. Note: This may or may not be the case with your cable company. Consult your cable company for exact pricing and terms for DVR service.Purchasing your own DVR. A new DVR can be anywhere from roughly $100 (for a standard TiVo DVR) to $600 for some higher-end DVRs. The higher-end DVRs include fancy features such as DVD recording and the like. Plus, you pay an additional monthly fee, ($12 per month for TiVo, for example). If you decide to network your DVR, you'll need a network adapter. If you need to hook it up to a phone line, you may need to purchase a filter if you have DSL.While purchasing your DVR may be more expensive initially, your DVR offers more features and flexibility than your cable company's service. Once you buy the TiVo DVR, you can pay a one-time service fee that covers the life-time of the box. This avoids costly monthly service fees, but this often doesn't allow for DVR upgrade or subscription changes
Do I have to buy additional monthly service with the TiVo TCD658000 HD Digital Video Recorder?
Yes, tivo requires additional service.
When was Tivo released?
if its a company >>>1997: TiVo is founded by James Barton and Michael Ramsay.
Does direc TV offer DVR with tivo?
Yes they do have Tivo, they just renewed their partnership together so you will be able to enjoy your cable more. The service is available for New and current DIRECTV satellite service customers and they will have the option to enjoy a next-generation of HD Digital Video.
