Tivo V6 Free V6 box - Page 10

OLD BOY · 31-01-2018, 18:28

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Originally Posted by Mad Max

My my, OB, standards indeed, you don't half record some dross.......

I might agree with you on some of them, but I haven't seen them yet! And a number of these are for my dear wife.

That's what I mean when I say that the quality of pay TV has gone down.

The programmes I haven't revealed from my DVD recorder are altogether better.

Mad Max · 31-01-2018, 18:51

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Originally Posted by OLD BOY

I might agree with you on some of them, but I haven't seen them yet! And a number of these are for my dear wife.

That's what I mean when I say that the quality of pay TV has gone down.

The programmes I haven't revealed from my DVD recorder are altogether better.

Yes, I totally agree with that sentiment, OB.

The Yank · 01-02-2018, 11:39

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Originally Posted by BenMcr

Suggestions don't count towards your free recording space, so never 'fill up' the box.

so are suggestions stored in the 'Cloud' then Ben?

While I have you there I'm new to the Tivo (V6) - I have a question about the SeriesLink + - If I record say Strike Back which is currently series 6 will it automatically record series 7 if there is one?

Mr K · 01-02-2018, 11:42

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Originally Posted by The Yank

so are suggestions stored in the 'Cloud' then Ben

They are stored on the hard drive like other recordings but show as free space. They automatically get over written by your own recordings.

spiderplant · 01-02-2018, 12:37

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Originally Posted by The Yank

If I record say Strike Back which is currently series 6 will it automatically record series 7 if there is one?

Yes, if it's on the same channel or you have set the series link to record from all channels.

2old4this · 01-02-2018, 12:46

Is it correct that if you do not upgrade you will lose the HD channels anybody know if there's a deadline

spiderplant · 01-02-2018, 13:04

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Originally Posted by 2old4this

Is it correct that if you do not upgrade you will lose the HD channels anybody know if there's a deadline

Don't worry, you'll get plenty of warning if you are going to lose any services.

Joedm45 · 01-02-2018, 14:15

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Originally Posted by The Yank

so are suggestions stored in the 'Cloud' then Ben?

While I have you there I'm new to the Tivo (V6) - I have a question about the SeriesLink + - If I record say Strike Back which is currently series 6 will it automatically record series 7 if there is one?

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Originally Posted by spiderplant

Yes, if it's on the same channel or you have set the series link to record from all channels.

Just double checking this, not that I'm doubting Spiderplant as he is the fountain of all VM knowledge.

Does Strike Back fall into that grey area with series links? I mean, it's one of those shows that has a separate subtitle from series to series so may not be picked up?

spiderplant · 01-02-2018, 15:07

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Originally Posted by Joedm45

Just double checking this, not that I'm doubting Spiderplant as he is the fountain of all VM knowledge.

Does Strike Back fall into that grey area with series links? I mean, it's one of those shows that has a separate subtitle from series to series so may not be picked up?

In this instance you are right to doubt. I'd never heard of Strike Back. If it's a "CSI" type of thing you may well be correct. It's entirely up to the person defining the guide data to decide whether or not they are the same series.

If in doubt, use a WishList

Mr K · 01-02-2018, 20:00

Lol, so much for free ! Just had an email to say they'll be a £20 charge added to my next bill for the V6 ! Another phone call to VM, one of many today....

The Yank · 02-02-2018, 11:43

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Originally Posted by spiderplant

Yes, if it's on the same channel or you have set the series link to record from all channels.

thanks for the reply - I like that feature very much.

raging bull · 02-02-2018, 20:04

Well bright and early 08.00 V6 delivered on my doorstep.
Only outstanding problem is linking the volume on V6 remote to my Panasonic TV.
Spare HDMI cable plus cat 6 cable included in the box for those still waiting.

Mr K · 03-02-2018, 11:32

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Originally Posted by OLD BOY

If I put my ear to either of my V6s, it seems to make a very quiet 'exhaling' sound, but nothing you would notice at a greater distance.

I can't hear anything when in bed. Just a shame about the light, but at least you can mask it if necessary, one way or another.

Have to say I was slightly misled on the V6, making next to no noise. When 'on' I can definitely hear it 'breathing' at night from across the room . The VHD was silent; suspected something with a hard drive/fan must make some noise. Putting it into standby does almost totally quieten it, does take a few mins to power down, bearable I guess. The lights have been black taped up nicely. Might resort to Spiderplants suggestion and stick it in a cupboard as the remote doesn't need direct line of sight. Just have to chisel the back of the cupboard out, Mrs K will never know till we move

Henkesghost · 03-02-2018, 21:13

How is this offer made? Do Virgin email you? Currently on full tv package (sorry don't know the name of it, the big boona or something) with phone and Internet. Have two TiVo boxes currently, is changing over worthwhile? One box is in my daughters room, if the box is noisy as some have stated it may be best not to change if I get an offer? Thanks in advance for any advice

OLD BOY · 03-02-2018, 21:19

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Originally Posted by Mr K

Have to say I was slightly misled on the V6, making next to no noise.

When 'on' I can definitely hear it 'breathing' at night from across the room . The VHD was silent; suspected something with a hard drive/fan must make some noise. Putting it into standby does almost totally quieten it, does take a few mins to power down, bearable I guess. The lights have been black taped up nicely. Might resort to Spiderplants suggestion and stick it in a cupboard as the remote doesn't need direct line of sight. Just have to chisel the back of the cupboard out, Mrs K will never know till we move

Maybe it's asthmatic.