Virgin Media TiVo iPad app - Page 61

DaBoz · 15-10-2012, 17:55

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Originally Posted by Bonker530

I have three TiVo boxes in total, 2 of which are in bedrooms and consequently are nowhere near my router etc. Do they all need connecting to the network with Ethernet cables? Am I right in assuming all three boxes can be controlled independently. If so, how?:confused

All TiVo boxes need to be connected to Ethernet, and you switch between them in the app with a drop down selection.

15-10-2012, 19:13

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Originally Posted by clinteastman

The online stream channels are different. I'm not sure we are supposed to be saying what they are but you will be happier with them.

By 'online' are you referring to TV Anywhere on PC?

pythagoras · 15-10-2012, 19:41

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Originally Posted by Jameseh

By 'online' are you referring to TV Anywhere on PC?

Yes he is Tvanywhere can be accessed from pc/macs and ios devices and in the future android. I wouldnt take any notice of what channels can be streamed atm whether thats online or on an ios device, as these channels are just what we are using for testing now and all are subject to change amendment or indeed addition.

Regards

John

RobboEdin · 16-10-2012, 09:55

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Originally Posted by DaBoz

All TiVo boxes need to be connected to Ethernet, and you switch between them in the app with a drop down selection.

Can you please clarify what you mean by 'connected to Ethernet'?

Something will have to be plugged into the TiVo to connect it to a home network but I presume it can be a physical wire to the home network router or a homeplug or a wireless adapter?

DaBoz · 16-10-2012, 10:10

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Originally Posted by RobboEdin

Can you please clarify what you mean by 'connected to Ethernet'?

Something will have to be plugged into the TiVo to connect it to a home network but I presume it can be a physical wire to the home network router or a homeplug or a wireless adapter?

Yes, a network cable between your home router and the TiVo box.

I presume a wireless adapter or homeplug would work. Not sure what the bandwidth requirements for it are, but it should be fine considering the smallest bandwidth is likely to be between your iPad and your wireless router.

fixerman · 16-10-2012, 10:23

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Originally Posted by Andy1

Yes your Tivo does need an ethernet cable connection to your network to be able to control the box etc.

I have three TiVo boxes in total, 2 of which are in bedrooms and consequently are nowhere near my router etc. Do they all need connecting to the network with Ethernet cables? Am I right in assuming all three boxes can be controlled independently. If so, how?:confused

I am in exactly the same situation and would like an answer please!

Stephen · 16-10-2012, 10:36

You will need an ethernet cable connected to the back of each TiVo and that will need to be connect to your router/superhub.

If your TiVo(s) are not near your router then you can use homeplugs to finish the connection.

DaBoz · 16-10-2012, 11:35

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Originally Posted by fixerman

I am in exactly the same situation and would like an answer please!

Which bit are you confused over? Telling which of your 3 TiVos you want to control? If so, the user interface allows you to pick which TiVo you want to "talk" to, and from memory you can add TiVo devices by adding their unique code from the System Info page.

You can control your TiVos either at home or in away mode (e.g. round a friend's house on their wifi)

fixerman · 16-10-2012, 11:54

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Originally Posted by DaBoz

Which bit are you confused over? Telling which of your 3 TiVos you want to control? If so, the user interface allows you to pick which TiVo you want to "talk" to, and from memory you can add TiVo devices by adding their unique code from the System Info page.

You can control your TiVos either at home or in away mode (e.g. round a friend's house on their wifi)

Thanks! That's what I needed to know!

At present using any of the web or tablet options to set a remote recording it goes to all 3 Tivos.

DaBoz · 16-10-2012, 12:30

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Originally Posted by fixerman

Thanks! That's what I needed to know!

At present using any of the web or tablet options to set a remote recording it goes to all 3 Tivos.

Well I haven't personally tried it, because I have only 1 TiVo, so if any tester on here has more than 1 TiVo, if they could just confirm for Fixerman that you interact with only 1 TiVo at a time with the app...

mike_gain · 16-10-2012, 12:36

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Originally Posted by DaBoz

Well I haven't personally tried it, because I have only 1 TiVo, so if any tester on here has more than 1 TiVo, if they could just confirm for Fixerman that you interact with only 1 TiVo at a time with the app...

I asked this a few days ago. Here is the answer:

http://www.cableforum.co.uk/board/35483120-post819.html

DaBoz · 16-10-2012, 12:41

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Originally Posted by mike_gain

I asked this a few days ago. Here is the answer:

http://www.cableforum.co.uk/board/35483120-post819.html

Yeah, I've got the drop down on mine, just wanted to see confirmation from someone who's tried it. Just to make sure.

fixerman · 16-10-2012, 13:03

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Originally Posted by DaBoz

Yeah, I've got the drop down on mine, just wanted to see confirmation from someone who's tried it. Just to make sure.

Thanks guys! Now we just wait for the full release!

pythagoras · 16-10-2012, 15:49

I have three tivo boxes and they can be controlled independently from the app. The drop down selection works as it is intended to do. all three of my tivos are connected via ethernet to the super hub

Regards

John

RobboEdin · 16-10-2012, 18:10

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Originally Posted by Stephen

You will need an ethernet cable connected to the back of each TiVo and that will need to be connect to your router/superhub.

If your TiVo(s) are not near your router then you can use homeplugs to finish the connection.

You are the second person who has said that a physical cable is required. Can you please explain why a wireless connection is not suitable?