TiVo - Page 210

alwaysabear · 27-02-2011, 16:46

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Originally Posted by Andy C

High def material looks great, but the SD picture is A LOT softer than on my V+.

I'm a fussy git when it comes to PQ, sitting spending hours tweaking my TV to get everything spot on (I have Panasonics current flagship model, the 42" TX-42V20B).

The first thing I noticed was the SD upscaling was poor and this is my only disappointment with the TiVo right now. The SD upscaling on the SA V+ was excellent, high quality broadcasts on the BBC almost looked like they were in HD. Sadly though SD on the TiVo is very soft and not sharp at all. I have tried forcing the TiVo to output at 720p which does make things a little better, but there's not much in it. I would even say the GUI is pin sharp at 720p, but a tiny bit less so on 1080i.

Unfortunately I doubt anything can be done as the upscaling is usually a hardware thing. My PS3 and old SA V+ do put it to shame though

What are Cisco V-HD boxes like?

A.

I find it very quick about a second or so.

Andy C · 27-02-2011, 16:54

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Originally Posted by alwaysabear

I find it very quick about a second or so.

I meant the SD upscaling quality... I have one but it's only on an old 26" LCD TV so it's hard to tell...

passingbat · 27-02-2011, 16:57

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Originally Posted by pesty

I was all geared up for that phone call In readiness with a yes. But the whole thing about the PQ being weaker on SD channels has begun to seriously put me off. I have one of the Samsung led back lit tv's that highlight any weaknesses in picture quality. So I'm in two minds now. Not good...

I agree, that is offputting. There do seem to be mixed opinions though.

If this is so, the fact that the hard drive is much bigger means I will be able to record much more in HD so that will offset that a bit.

alwaysabear · 27-02-2011, 17:14

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Originally Posted by Andy C

I meant the SD upscaling quality... I have one but it's only on an old 26" LCD TV so it's hard to tell...

Sorry, it is very good, I have had a Samsung 40" LCD TV' and a Samsung 42" Plasma hooked up, I find it does look better on Plasma.

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Originally Posted by passingbat

I agree, that is offputting. There do seem to be mixed opinions though.

If this is so, the fact that the hard drive is much bigger means I will be able to record much more in HD so that will offset that a bit.

We just need more HD channels

passingbat · 27-02-2011, 17:17

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Originally Posted by pesty

I have one of the Samsung led back lit tv's that highlight any weaknesses in picture quality.

For SD programmes, just buy an old CRT TV and put it next to it ---- CRTs are great for SD. You'll need a house extension of course....

muppetman11 · 27-02-2011, 17:28

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Originally Posted by Stephen

VM are currently contacting people about TiVo and will have contacted everyone who has registered interest by the end of March.

So how come know one on heres saying they've had the call lately. Most on here will have pre registered earlier than most others.

passingbat · 27-02-2011, 17:29

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Originally Posted by alwaysabear

We just need more HD channels

Looking at my planned recording list, I need HD versions of:

Watch
Universal
Alibi
More 4
ITV2

All the rest, I have HD channels for. At least two on above list are possibilities.

Hope they're all 'coming soon'!

TheDon · 27-02-2011, 17:33

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Originally Posted by passingbat

Looking at my planned recording list, I need HD versions of:

Watch
Universal
Alibi
More 4
ITV2

All the rest, I have HD channels for. At least two on above list are possibilities.

Hope they're all 'coming soon'!

Most of them would just be upscaled SD anyway, there's very few programs on Watch or Alibi that will have been filmed in HD.

passingbat · 27-02-2011, 17:37

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Originally Posted by TheDon

Most of them would just be upscaled SD anyway, there's very few programs on Watch or Alibi that will have been filmed in HD.

The shows set to record on Watch, More 4 and Alibi are current US dramas so will have been produced in HD.

Marcus125 · 27-02-2011, 17:38

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Originally Posted by passingbat

Looking at my planned recording list, I need HD versions of:

Watch
Universal
Alibi
More 4
ITV2

All the rest, I have HD channels for. At least two on above list are possibilities.

Hope they're all 'coming soon'!

I will be watching Rookie Blue tonight in HD, hopefully its a good show.

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Originally Posted by TheDon

Most of them would just be upscaled SD anyway, there's very few programs on Watch or Alibi that will have been filmed in HD.

UniversalHD and ITV2 HD have lot of native HD content.

devilincarnate · 27-02-2011, 18:13

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Originally Posted by marcus125

i will be watching rookie blue tonight in hd, hopefully its a good show.

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universalhd and itv2 hd have lot of native hd content.

whooooooopie good for you:d

I for one will be watching FILM4 HD

27-02-2011, 18:30

Simple question is there a problem with SD picture on TiVo, if there is I will cancel my interest in TiVo. I am not paying nearly Â£200 and Â£3 subs for an inferior picture

Marcus125 · 27-02-2011, 18:36

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Originally Posted by mlayzell

Simple question is there a problem with SD picture on TiVo, if there is I will cancel my interest in TiVo. I am not paying nearly Â£200 and Â£3 subs for an inferior picture

Have you thought about this........

Maybe the SD is perfectly fine on the Tivo but the HD is much better than the old boxes. So people are thinking the difference in quality is down to poor SD but its actually due to the enhanced HD quality.

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Originally Posted by devilincarnate

whooooooopie good for you:d

I for one will be watching FILM4 HD

I had VMtv for 3 months and no one in my family watched FLIM4-HD. Although the kids moaned after losing

Disney XD-HD
Nickelodeon-HD
Disney Cinemagic HD

I really missed

Sky news HD
Sky sports 3&4 HD
ITV2/3/4 HD
Sky sports news HD

The Mrs missed

Good food HD
Universal HD
AND the none HD CBS channels

So keep enjoying FLIM4 HD...............

Sorry lol..I'm only jesting with ya.

27-02-2011, 18:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marcus125

Have you thought about this........

Maybe the SD is perfectly fine on the Tivo but the HD is much better than the old boxes. So people are thinking the difference in quality is down to poor SD but its actually due to the enhanced HD quality.

Anyone who has a V+ box with HD activated know the difference in picture quality but like me are reasonably happy with the SD upscaling on it!

devilincarnate · 27-02-2011, 18:47

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Originally Posted by Marcus125

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I had VMtv for 3 months and no one in my family watched FLIM4-HD. Although the kids moaned after losing

Disney XD-HD
Nickelodeon-HD
Disney Cinemagic HD

I really missed

Sky news HD
Sky sports 3&4 HD
ITV2/3/4 HD
Sky sports news HD

The Mrs missed

Good food HD
Universal HD
AND the none HD CBS channels

So keep enjoying FLIM4 HD...............

Sorry lol..I'm only jesting with ya.