TiVo software version history

Series 1 Stand-Alone TiVos

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Version 1.x

Release Date:1999

This is the original version which shipped with the first TiVos

Version 2.0

Release Date: Spring 2001

New Features:

• Added the Season Pass Manager to prioritize season passes
• Wishlists added
• Improved, faster guided setup
• Recording history added

Version 2.5

Release Date: Fall 2001

New Features:

• Skip to tick during FF/RWD
• VBR encoding option to save space
• Added "Service Data Download" ability

Version 3.0

Release Date: Spring 2002

Series 1 DirecTV TiVos

Version 3.5b

Applies to: Series 1 DirecTV TiVo receivers

Release Date: March 2006

New Features:

• Implements changes related to the new start date/end date for Daylight Saving Time.

Note: Without this update, previous versions of TiVo software still record all shows properly; the only problem is that the time displayed by the TiVo user interface would be off by one hour.

Series 2 SD DirecTV TiVo

version 6.2

Applies to: Series 2 SD DirecTV TiVo receivers

• Major Software Revision
• The ability to group shows by folders and sort Now Playing List
• Faster on-screen guide and faster search

Note: This update does not apply to the DirecTV Series 1, R10, or HR10-250

Version: 6.2a

Applies to: Series 2 SD DirecTV TiVo receivers

Release Date: March 2007

• Implements changes related to the new start date/end date for Daylight Saving Time

Note: This update does not apply to the DirecTV Series 1, R10, or HR10-250

Version: 6.1a

Applies to: Series 2 SD DirecTV TiVo (R10 Model Only)

Release Date: March 2007

• Implements changes related to the new start date/end date for Daylight Saving Time

Note: This update does not apply to the DirecTV Series 1, other DiercTV Series 2 receivers,and HR10-250

Version: 6.3e

Applies to: Series 2 SD DirecTV TiVo receivers (also Directv R10)

Release Date: August 2007

New Features:

• System lockups when there are more then 200 messages
• Improvements on season passes
• Many people have reported this version software causes random reboots of their TiVos.

Note: This update does not apply to the DirecTV Series 1

Version: 6.3f

Applies to: Series 2 HD and SD DirecTV TiVo receivers

Release Date: December 2007

New Features:

• This software is to correct random reboots which have been reported with 6.3e

Note: This update does not apply to the DirecTV Series 1

Version: 6.4a

Applies to: Series 2 HD and SD DirecTV TiVo receivers

Release Date: May 2008

• Recently Deleted folder added to the Now Playing list
• Overlap Protection added
• DVR Scheduler added for remote booking via Directv.com <Coming Soon>
• 24 hour PPV expatriation added (Note: Adult PPV and Special Events PPV currently do not apply)

Note: This update does not apply to the DirecTV Series 1

Series 2 DirecTV HD TiVo

Version: 3.1.5f

Applies to: Series 2 HD DirecTV TiVo receivers

Release Date: February 2005

New Features:

• Better HDMI compatibility
• Solves the "overhead error" that occurs only when connecting the HDMI cable to certain HDTVs

Version: 6.3

Applies to: Series 2 HD DirecTV TiVo receivers

Release Date: August 2006

New Features:

• Major Software Revision
• Faster performance due to updated database structure
• The ability to group shows by folders
• Faster DirecTV program guide operation

Version: 6.3a

Applies to: Series 2 HD DirecTV TiVo receivers

Release Date: September 2006

New Features:

• Fix for issues with some satellite dishes receiving all channels

Version: 6.3b

Applies to: Series 2 HD DirecTV TiVo receivers

Release Date: November 2006

New Features:

• Fix for audio drop-outs when listening to Dolby Digital content

Version: 6.3c

Applies to: Series 2 HD DirecTV TiVo receivers

Release Date: February 2007

New Features:

• Implements changes related to the new start date/end date for Daylight Saving Time.

Note: Without this update, previous versions of TiVo software still record all shows properly; the only problem is that the time displayed by the TiVo user interface would be off by one hour.

Version: 6.3d

Applies to: Series 2 HD DirecTV TiVo receivers

Release Date: April 2007

New Features:

• Corrects bug that prevented ordering of Pay-Per-View movies in dual-tuner configuration
• May have added additional improvements to OTA (antenna) audio glitches

Version: 6.3e

Applies to: Series 2 HD and SD DirecTV TiVo receivers

Release Date: August 2007

New Features:

• System lockups when there are more then 200 messages
• Improvements on season passes

Version: 6.3f

Applies to: Series 2 HD and SD DirecTV TiVo receivers

Release Date: December 2007

New Features:

• This software is to correct random reboots which have been reported with 6.3e

Note: This update does not apply to the DirecTV Series 1

Version: 6.4a

Applies to: Series 2 HD and SD DirecTV TiVo receivers

Release Date: May 2008

• Recently Deleted folder added to the Now Playing list
• Overlap Protection added
• DVR Scheduler added for remote booking via Directv.com <Coming Soon>
• 24 hour PPV expatriation added (Note: Adult PPV and Special Events currently do not apply)

Note: This update does not apply to the DirecTV Series 1

Series 2 Single and Dual Tuner Stand-Alone TiVo

Version: 2.0.3

First shipping version of series 2 software

Version: 3.2

Release Date: Spring 2002

Version: 4.0

Release Date: Spring 2003

New Features:

• Grouping (folders)
• USB wireless and ethernet networking
• Added HMO (Photos, music, multi-room viewing and remote scheduling)

Version 7.1

Release Date: January 2005

New Features:

• TiVoToGo (not initially available for DVD Recorder models)

Version 7.2

Release Date: August 2005

New Features:

• Added HME
• Added ability to transfer TiVoToGo programs back to TiVo

Version 7.2.1

Release Date: November 2005

New Features:

• Clipping (record partial program if a higher priority show only overlaps a small portion of the lower priority show)

Version 7.2.2

Release Date: Spring 2006

New Features:

• "Recently Deleted" Folder
• Support for more USB ethernet adapters

7.3/7.3.1

Release Date July 2006

New Features:

• KidZone

Version: 8.1

Applies to: Series 2 TiVos

Release Date: November 2006

New Features:

• Improved overall performance
• Extend Live: Enhanced support for recording live events. You'll never miss the end of a game again. Now, when scheduling live recordings, the TiVo service will automatically prompt you to add additional time. Be sure to pad generously.
• Wireless Networking Security: You may now choose to use either WEP or WPA secuirty for your wireless networks (WPA requires the TiVo brand Wireless Network Adapter)

Version 8.1a

Applies to: Series 2 TiVos

Release Date: February, 2007

New Features:

• New features for broad-band (network) connected TiVos only.
• Fixed TiVoToGo issue related to channel changes (in certain specific situations) creating unexpected results in the encoded video stream.
• Provides additional support for for the Amazon Unbox Video Download service.

Version 8.2

Applies to: Series 2 TiVos

Release Date: April, 2007

New Features:

• MORE OPTIONS: When viewing the program screen for any recording, you’ll now notice a “More Options” menu item. From here you’ll be able to schedule additional recordings including the option “Get a Season Pass”.
• TIVOCAST: You’ll now see logos for TivoCast partners making it easy for you to ID the source of your broadband video at a glance.

Version 9.1

Release Date: September, 2007

New Features:

• Advanced Wishlists
• Manual recording screen now has some improvements
• Better looking graphics and “crisper” text throughout
• Emergency alert message integration
• MRV and TiVoToGo on the S3 & TiVo HD (the update doesn’t enable TTG & MRV instead it seems to be laying the groundwork for when TiVo enables these two features in November)

Version 9.3

Release Date: April 2008

New Features:

• Many bug fixes
• Watch Unbox while downloading

Version 9.3.2

Release Date: December 2008

New Features:

• Ads when paused

Series 2 Stand-Alone DVD Recorders

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Series 3 Stand-Alone TiVos

Version 8.1.1

Release Date: February 2007

New Features:

• TiVoCast - Broadband video delivered directly to your tv set. No PC required.
• Extend Live - When scheduling live recordings, the TiVo service will automatically prompt you to add additional time.
• TiVo KidZone - Personalize your TiVo menus to display just the shows you pre-approve for your kids - live or recorded.
• Wireless Networking Security - You may choose to use either WEP or WPA security with the TiVo Wireless Network Adapter.
• Product Watch - Have the TiVo service find and deliver relevant product video clips straight to your Now Playing List.
• Recently Deleted Folder - Accidentally deleted a show? You can go to the Recently Deleted Folder in Now Playing and recover it.
• Various bug fixes.

Version 8.3

Release Date: April 2007

New Features:

• HD category for program searches
• HD wishlists
• Resolves some CableCARD FIOS problems
• TiVoCast partner logos

Version 9.1

Release Date: September, 2007

New Features:

• Crestron Integration (control via TCP/IP network connection)
• Advanced Wishlists
• Manual recording screen now has some improvements
• Better looking graphics and “crisper” text throughout
• Emergency alert message integration
• MRV and TiVoToGo on the S3 & TiVo HD (the update doesn’t enable TTG & MRV instead it seems to be laying the groundwork for when TiVo enables these two features in November)

Version 9.2

Release Date: October, 2007

New Features:

• Enables eSATA so external hard drives can be added
• Progressive Amazon Unbox Downloads so unbox downloads can be watched while they are being downloaded

Version 9.4

Release Date: July, 2008

New Features:

• Play or Delete all progarms in a folder
• Browse the Guide while playing back recordings
• Jump 24 hours forward or backward in the Guide
• Find a Station in the Guide
• Toggle Closed Captioning On and Off without going into menus
• Review Thumb Ratings
• Support for YouTube (H.264) added

Version 11.0

Release Date: December, 2008

New Features:

• Support for Netflix streaming (VC-1) added

Version 11.0c

Release Date: March, 2009

New Features:

• Support for Amazon HD added
• More info menu displays when paused

TiVo HD

Version 8.1.7

Release Date: September 2007

New Features:

• Support for external hard drives via the eSATA port (special drive activation required)

Version 9.1

Release Date: September, 2007

New Features:

• Crestron Integration (control via TCP/IP network connection)
• Advanced Wishlists
• Manual recording screen now has some improvements
• Better looking graphics and “crisper” text throughout
• Emergency alert message integration
• MRV and TiVoToGo on the S3 & TiVo HD (the update doesn’t enable TTG & MRV instead it seems to be laying the groundwork for when TiVo enables these two features in November)

Version 9.2

Release Date: October, 2007

New Features:

• Enables eSATA so external hard drives can be added
• Progressive Amazon Unbox Downloads so unbox downloads can be watched while they are being downloaded

Version 9.4

Release Date: July, 2008

New Features:

• Play or Delete all progarms in a folder
• Browse the Guide while playing back recordings
• Jump 24 hours forward or backward in the Guide
• Find a Station in the Guide
• Toggle Closed Captioning On and Off without going into menus
• Review Thumb Ratings
• Support for YouTube (H.264) added

Version 11.0

Release Date: December, 2008

New Features:

• Support for Netflix streaming (VC-1) added

Version 11.0c

Release Date: March, 2009

New Features:

• Support for Amazon HD added
• More info menu displays when paused

TiVo XL

Version 11.0

Release Date: December, 2008

New Features:

• Support for Netflix streaming (VC-1) added

Version 11.0c

Release Date: March, 2009

New Features:

• Support for Amazon HD added
• More info menu displays when paused