TiVo Bolt Manual

Setup + Product Features

Welcome to TiVo BOLT The technology
in this box was designed with the belief that every-
one deserves a better TV-watching experience,
one that keeps pace with innovation and, unlike
the alternative, is not commercially tied to the
content itself. TiVo BOLT is uniquely independent
in the way it finds, organizes and presents your
entertainment. Because we don’t think technology
should have a vested interest in what you watch;
we think technology should allow you to watch
anything you want—from any source and through
any viewing device—in a way that truly transcends
the conventional.

Quick Setup
1 32
(underside)
For cable TV, insert
a multi-stream
CableCARD
(M-CARD) decoder into
the slot on the underside
of the TiVo BOLT. For OTA
programming, skip this step.
If you don’t yet have an
M-CARD, continue with
installation and order one
from your cable company.
For cable TV,
connect a coax cable.
or
For OTA programming,
connect an HD
antenna.
CableCARD
TM
M -CARD
1CableCARD™ 2 Coax or Antenna 3 HDMI
REMOTE
FINDER
CABLE / ANT AUDIO
L/R
HDMI
ETHERNET USB
POWER
EXTERNAL STORAGE
(E-SATA)
DIGITAL
AUDIO
(OPTICAL)
Connect the included
4K-ready HDMI cable.
Note: If you use a third-
party cable, always use
one that is 4K-ready.

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4 Home Network 5 Power
Plug in the power cord.
Wireless—Your TiVo BOLT will automatically
use its internal wireless connection.
Note: Wireless is not supported when connecting
to a TiVo Mini.
or
Ethernet—Connect your Ethernet cable
(recommended setup).
Note: Please make sure the Ethernet cable
is Cat5e. For more networking options, visit
tivo.com/howto. Before enabling MoCA
networking, visit tivo.com/moca.
REMOTE
FINDER
CABLE / ANT AUDIO
L/R
HDMI
ETHERNET USB
POWER
EXTERNAL STORAGE
(E-SATA)
DIGITAL
AUDIO
(OPTICAL)

SkipMode™– TiVo BOLT™introduces the world to the
speed and convenience of skipping non-program content
at the press of a single button.5SkipMode transports you
past these annoying interruptions and back to your recorded show in
an instant. With TiVo, you get to watch what you want and skip over
the stuff you don’t.
QuickMode™– Life is short, and sometimes you just
want to make the world go faster. That’s why we’re giving
you QuickMode. Watch recorded shows 30% faster—
without the audio getting squirrely on you. QuickMode’s pitch-corrected
audio lets you comfortably speed through slow-moving shows like
news, sports and overly long award shows.
SPEED
SKIP

4K Apps – When you stream shows and movies
from your favorite apps in stunning, eye-popping
4K clarity, the car chases and explosions feel more
dangerous, and those sunset kisses feel even more romantic.1
Ultra HD – Engineered with one eye on the future,
TiVo BOLT streams crisp, high-denition content right
out of the box. With 4K Ultra HD resolution, your eyes
will feast on a viewing experience that’s so vivid and lifelike, it’ll blur
the line between you and your content.4
PICTURE
4K apps may not be available by September 1, 2015.

OneSearch™– In a sea of endless entertainment
options, getting to your desired content quickly is critical.
TiVo’s OneSearch technology enables you to search across
multiple providers at the touch of a button, including TV, available on
demand and streaming apps. Now it’s easy to nd exactly what you
want in seconds—no matter where it’s hiding.
OnePass™– Once you’ve found a show you want to
watch, TiVo’s OnePass technology instantly collects
and organizes every available episode, whether it’s a
streaming-only title or available on TV. OnePass pulls it all together
for you in a single, customizable playlist. Start watching from the
episode or season of your choice—and binge till you bust.
DISCOVER

TiVo App for iOS and Android™– TiVo’s mobile
app for tablets and smartphones3keeps you in control
wherever you go. Schedule, browse and manage your TiVo
BOLT from anywhere. You can even take your recorded shows with you
on the road, or stream live and recorded TV anywhere around the house.
Did we mention it’s also the world’s best remote control?
TiVo Online™– TiVo Online delivers the convenience
of TiVo to your computer’s browser.3Watch recorded
shows. Enjoy live TV. Launch streaming content at the
push of a button. And when you’re away, TiVo Online makes it easy to
nd your content streaming online, create a OnePass, manage your
settings and just see what’s on TV tonight. Visit online.tivo.com.
MOBILE

TiVo®Mini – TiVo Mini is the all-purpose companion
to your TiVo BOLT. Delivering Tru Multi Room control,
TiVo Mini gives you the same TiVo experience on additional TVs in your
home,2 including access to streaming content from Netix, Amazon Prime
and more.1Plus, you get all your favorite TiVo controls, like SkipMode,
QuickMode, pause and rewind.
Extenders – Extend the TiVo experience to an Apple TV®
or Fire TV and watch your favorite shows on additional
screens. The iOS app now supports Apple AirPlay®, so you
can mirror your TiVo app on your Apple TV. And with TiVo’s Android
app, your Fire TV can easily access your TiVo DVR recordings from
another room in your home.
TRU MULTI ROOM™

FCC Informaon
Relevant safety and compliance information can be found at tivo.com/safety-compliance.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
FCC Radiaon Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the
specic operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance
requirements, please follow operation instructions as documented in this manual.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.
The availability of some specic channels and/or operational frequency bands are country dependent and are rmware programmed
at the factory to match the intended destination. The rmware setting is not accessible by the end user.
Compliance Informaon
Model numbers: : TCD849500 (500GB), TCD849000 (1TB), RC30A00, RC30B00 (Remote)
FCC IDs: TGN-TCD8495 (TiVo BOLT), TGN-RC30 (Remote), RAXWN8722BTAAC (Wi-Fi board)
TiVo Inc.
2160 Gold Street
San Jose, CA 95002
Safety Instrucons
Relevant safety and compliance information can be found at tivo.com/safety-compliance.
Save these Safety Instructions.
Before You Begin
Make sure all your equipment is turned off and the TiVo box is unplugged.
Your TiVo BOLT was not designed to support A/V components placed on top of it. Please do not place common A/V components
such as VCRs, DVD players or A/V receivers on top of this product.
Also, avoid stacking your TiVo box on top of other electronic components—such as DVD players, A/V receivers—or the vents of your TV.

Safety Informaon
This product was designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and safety standards. There are, however, some installation and
operational precautions of which you should be particularly aware. Please read these instructions before operating the equipment
and save them for future reference.
1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read and understood before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be followed.
4. Follow Instructions — All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. Water and Moisture — The appliance should not be used near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry
tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, etc.
6. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
appliance and cart combination to overturn.
7. Tilt/Stability — All televisions must comply with recommended international global safety standards for tilt and stability properties
of their cabinet design. Do not compromise these design standards by applying excessive pull force to the front, or top, of the cabinet,
which could ultimately overturn the product. Also, do not endanger yourself, or children, by placing electronic equipment/toys on
top of the cabinet. Such items could unexpectedly fall from the top of the set and cause product damage and/or personal injury.
8. Ventilation — The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For
example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or,
placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the ow of air through the ventilation openings. Do
not block ventilation holes by placing items such as magazines, clothing, etc., on top of the unit.
9. Heat — The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances
(including ampliers) that produce heat.
10. Power Cord Protection — Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords and plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the product.
11. Object and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots, as the objects may touch
dangerous voltage points or short certain product parts, resulting in the risk of re or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind
onto this product.
12. Damage Requiring Service — The appliance should be serviced by qualied service personnel when:
A. the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed;
B. liquid has spilled into the product;
C. the product has been exposed to rain or water;
D. the product does not operate normally when you follow the operating instructions (adjust only those controls that are
discussed in this guide, as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage, often requiring extensive work by a
qualied technician to restore the product to normal performance);
E. the product has been dropped or the cabinet damaged; or,
F. the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
13. Servicing — The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond the steps described in the Troubleshooting section of
the guide. All other servicing should be referred to qualied service personnel.
14. Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners; use a damp
cloth for cleaning. If the product comes in contact with any liquid, unplug the power cord and let the unit dry thoroughly before
plugging it back in.

15. Power Source — This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label or in this
guide. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company.
16. Overloaded Power Outlets — do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can increase the risk of re or electric shock.
17. Coaxial Cable Grounding — For this product, the coaxial cable shield/screen shall be grounded as close as practical to the point
of entry of the cable into the building. This recommendation is pursuant to Article 800-93 and Article 800-100 of the NEC, which
provides guidelines for proper grounding of the coaxial cable shield.
18. Electric Shock — To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. Take it to a qualied service person when
service or repair work is required. Opening or removing the product’s covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other risks.
Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when this product is subsequently used.
19. Moving — To avoid accumulative shock, avoid moving the unit while it is plugged in.
20. CAUTION — There is signicant danger of explosion if the product’s battery is replaced replaced. Replace the battery only
with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries in strict accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Limited Warranty
Ninety (90) Days Free Labor | One (1) Year Product Exchange
WHO IS COVERED?
You must have proof of purchase to receive warranty service. A sales receipt or other document showing that you purchased the
TiVo BOLT is considered proof of purchase.
WHAT IS COVERED?
The TiVo BOLT is manufactured from parts and components that are new or equivalent to new in accordance with industry-standard
practices. TiVo warrants that the TiVo BOLT will be free from defects in materials and workmanship during the limited warranty period
described herein. The limited warranty coverage begins the day you purchase your TiVo BOLT, as further described in the following text.
For ninety (90) days from the purchase date, your TiVo BOLT will be replaced with a repaired, renewed or comparable product
(whichever is deemed appropriate by TiVo) if your TiVo BOLT becomes defective or inoperative. This exchange is done without
charge to you for parts and labor (except applicable taxes, if any). For exchanges permitted during this initial ninety (90)-day period,
you will be responsible for the payment of all shipping costs.
From ninety-one (91) days to one (1) year after the purchase date, your TiVo BOLT will be replaced with a repaired, renewed, or
comparable product (whichever is deemed appropriate by TiVo) if your TiVo BOLT becomes defective or inoperative. During this
period, however, you will be responsible for the payment of all labor and shipping costs.
If (for any reason) you desire to exchange your TiVo BOLT more than one (1) year after the purchase date, then you will be
responsible for the payment of (i) the replacement product, (ii) all labor costs, and (iii) all shipping costs.
To obtain your costs for any type of permissible exchange of your TiVo BOLT, please contact TiVo Customer Support at 877-367-8486.
Exchanging your TiVo BOLT for a replacement product does not restart or extend any of the above-set forth time periods, which
continue to be calculated from the purchase date of your original TiVo BOLT. Therefore, when the warranty on your original TiVo
BOLT expires, the warranty on the replacement product similarly expires on that same date.
WHAT IS EXCLUDED?
Your warranty does not cover:
• Labor charges for installation or setup of the TiVo BOLT.
• Any taxes imposed on TiVo for units replaced or repaired under this warranty.
• Installation, performance of, or repair of: audio/video cabling, telephone line, or accessory attachments used with the TiVo BOLT.

• Replacement of the TiVo BOLT because of misuse, accident, lightning damage, unauthorized repair, or other cause not within the
control of TiVo. Please note that removing the cover of the TiVo BOLT for any reason voids the warranty.
• Reception transmission problems caused by signal conditions, telephone line, or cable or antenna systems outside the unit.
• Damages to, or viruses that may infect, the TiVo BOLT or other devices arising from the use of unauthorized third-party devices in
connection with the TiVo BOLT.
• Incidental, indirect or consequential damages resulting from the TiVo BOLT. (Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental,
indirect or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.)
• Damages resulting from or relating to a modication or adaptation that has been made to the TiVo BOLT to enable it to operate in
any country other than the country for which it was designed.
• Use of the TiVo BOLT for commercial or institutional purposes.
• Access connections (telephone or broadband), including charges from your communications provider.
MAKE SURE YOU KEEP…
Please maintain in a safe and accessible place your sales receipt or other document showing proof of purchase of your TiVo BOLT.
Also keep the original box and packing material in case you need to return your TiVo BOLT.
BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE…
Please check the Troubleshooting advice found at tivo.com/support before calling TiVo Customer Support. Following the
troubleshooting tips contained therein may save you a call to Customer Support.
TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE…
If you believe you need service for your TiVo BOLT, contact TiVo Customer Support at tivo.com/support or 877-367-8486. A
representative will go through a diagnostic checklist with you. If it is determined that the TiVo BOLT needs to be exchanged, you will
receive a return authorization number. The representative will give you complete shipping details.
TO GET OUT-OF-WARRANTY SERVICE…
Out-of-warranty service can be obtained at a nominal cost for replacement and handling. To obtain out-of-warranty service, contact
TiVo Customer Support (at tivo.com/support or 877-367-8486), where a representative will advise you about the costs you will
incur for an out-of-warranty exchange of your TiVo BOLT.
REMEMBER…Record below the model and service numbers found on your TiVo BOLT:
MODEL # ________________________________________
SERVICE # ________________________________________
All implied warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability and tness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration
to the duration of this express warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specic legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from state to state
(or jurisdiction to jurisdiction). TIVO’S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN YOUR TIVO BOLT IS LIMITED
TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES
FOR THE TIVO BOLT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF (AND ALL CONDITIONS OF)
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE LIMITED WARRANTY
PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, AND NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WILL APPLY AFTER SUCH PERIOD. Some
states (or jurisdictions) do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
TIVO DOES NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY BEYOND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, AND TIVO DOES
NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION
ANY LIABILITY FOR PRODUCTS NOT BEING AVAILABLE FOR USE OR FOR LOST DATA. Some states do not allow the exclusion
of incidental, indirect or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specic legal
rights, and you also may have other rights which vary from state to state.

© 2015 TiVo Inc. All rights reserved.
Your use of this product is subject to TiVo’s User Agreement and Privacy Policy. Visit www.tivo.com/legal for the latest versions.
Patented. U.S. patent numbers can be found at tivo.com/patents. CableCARD is a trademark of Cable Television Laboratories, Inc.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Denition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC
in the United States and other countries. MoCA is a registered trademark of Multimedia over Coax Alliance in the U.S. and other
countries. All other company, product and brand names, logos and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
This product contains open source software. Notices and licenses are provided in a system information screen and at tivo.com/linux,
and are incorporated herein by reference. For open source software included in this product in executable form, if required by the
applicable open source license, you may obtain a copy of the corresponding source code at any time during the period required by
sending a money order or check for US$10 to: TiVo Inc., 2160 Gold Street, San Jose, CA 95002, attn: Legal Department. TiVo also
makes source code available at tivo.com/linux.
Legal Noces
Footnotes
1 Broadband Internet connection is required to access and receive streaming content. Availability of streaming content from third-party
sources is subject to change, and certain third-party fees may apply.
2 Streaming within the home requires a separately purchased TiVo Mini for each TV. The TiVo BOLT works optimally with up to four (4)
TiVo Minis. A network adapter (sold separately) may be required.
3 Compatible tablets and mobile devices consist solely of an iPad®, iPhone® or iPod touch® device running iOS 7.0 or later, or an
Android™ mobile device running 4.1 or above with a non-Intel or AMD chipset (sold separately). Not all recorded content can be
streamed or downloaded to a laptop, tablet or mobile device (due to copy protection assigned by content provider and/or other
technical limitations). Some recorded content can only be streamed/downloaded to your laptop, tablet or mobile device while you are
on the same network as your TiVo BOLT. Number of concurrent in-home streams depends on your network connection and the number
of available tuners on your TiVo BOLT. Out of-home streaming/downloading is anticipated to be coming soon; when this functionality
arrives, out-of-home streaming (a) will support streaming to only one of your devices at a time and (b) may not be available for all
recorded content.
4 Third-party charges may apply.
5SkipMode feature not available for all recorded shows.
TiVo, the TiVo logo, the TiVo silhouette logo, TiVo BOLT, SkipMode, QuickMode, OneSearch, OnePass, and Tru Multi Room are
trademarks or registered trademarks of TiVo Inc. or its subsidiaries worldwide.
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