TiVo Manuals & User Guides

TiVo is a pioneer in home entertainment technology, famously responsible for introducing the digital video recorder (DVR). The brand's products revolutionize television viewing by allowing users to record live broadcasts, pause and rewind live TV, and access on-demand content with ease. Today, TiVo offers a range of devices including the TiVo Edge for cable and antenna, as well as the TiVo Stream 4K, which brings together favorite streaming apps like Netflix, Prime Video, and Hulu into one consolidated screen.

Beyond hardware, TiVo is known for its intuitive user experience features such as OnePass, which tracks shows across all available sources—whether broadcast or streaming—to create a unified watchlist. With voice control remote technology and personalized recommendations, TiVo helps users spend less time searching and more time watching specific entertainment.

• How do I activate my TiVo device?

  Visit the official activation page at www.tivo.com/activate or call TiVo Customer Support. You will need the 15-digit TiVo Service Number located on the label on the back of your device.

• How do I pair my TiVo remote?

  For many TiVo remotes, press and hold the TiVo and BACK buttons simultaneously until the indicator light turns red. Release the buttons and the light will flash slowly, then quickly to confirm pairing.

• Does TiVo require a service plan?

  Yes, TiVo DVRs typically require a subscription to the TiVo service. This service provides program listings, software updates, and advanced features like OnePass recordings and WishList searches.

• What is OnePass?

  OnePass gathers every available episode of a series (whether from live TV, recordings, or streaming apps like Netflix) and adds them to your My Shows list for easy access in one place.

• How do I enable Closed Captions?

  Go to Settings & Messages > Display Settings > Closed Captioning (or Accessibility > Captions on newer streaming devices) to toggle captions and customize text size, font, and color.