Why does my DVR keep recording random shows?

Why does my DVR keep recording random shows?

Not only is it randomly recording shows you didn’t ask for DIRECTV NOW is sometimes recording shows from channels you do not subscribe to. When that happens you still can’t watch the show but it will take up space in your DVR until you delete the show.

How do you delete recordings on demand?

Delete a Recording

1. Select Saved from the Main Menu.
2. Choose Recordings to display a list of recordings.
3. Select the program to be deleted and press OK.
4. Select the recording to delete.
5. Select Delete and press OK.
6. Highlight Delete Now, and press OK to delete the recording.

How do I stop TiVo from recording suggestions?

If you’d prefer not to record TiVo Suggestions automatically, you can turn them off.

1. Press the TiVo button and select menu.
2. Choose settings then user preferences.
3. Select TiVo suggestions and change to off.

Why does my TiVo record random shows?

Tivo is always recording even if you have suggestions turned off. That’s how it lets you rewind live TV. If you turn on “maximum power saving” and you don’t touch the Tivo for a few hours, and there are no scheduled recordings, it will eventually park the hard drive. That barely saves any power, though.

What do the thumbs up and down mean on TiVo?

You can use the Thumbs Up and Thumbs Down buttons on your remote control to rate programs. When you give a program up to 3 thumbs up or down, your TiVo device remembers program details such as the category (i.e. science fiction, drama, or comedy), actors, directors, writers, episodes, and so forth.

What does three thumbs up mean?

3. The thumbs up is generally used to acknowledge a messageCredit: Getty Images – Getty.

Do TiVo suggestions take up space?

When your TiVo box has available space, it automatically records TiVo Suggestions. But you don’t ever need to worry about recorded Suggestions taking up space—here’s why: TiVo Suggestions are always the first shows deleted to make room for recordings you request.

What do the thumbs mean on virgin?

Use your Thumbs While you’re watching TV, or scrolling through the TV listings, you can rate any show with the ‘Thumbs Up’ or ‘Thumbs Down’ buttons on your remote. Your TiVo service then remembers what you like and what you don’t, so it can suggest new things you’re more likely to love.

What does the little C mean on virgin?

Go to www.virginmedia.com/tvguide, log in to your account and you’ll see an on-screen version of the EPG. And if you see that little ‘C’ symbol next to a programme on the EPG (see pic below), it means other episodes are available on catch-up TV. Handy.

How many shows can you record on virgin?

six shows

Can I set my Virgin TiVo to record remotely?

The free app allows Virgin Media customers to see what programmes are on over the next seven days and then remotely set their TiVo box to record shows through the app. It is the first time Virgin Media customers have been able to record shows remotely.

Why does Virgin delete my recordings?

It’s simply a warning that they may delete if space is needed. If you have plenty space, they won’t delete.

Can I watch TiVo recordings on my laptop?

TiVo Online brings the power of TiVo to your computer’s browser! Use TiVo Online to find and watch shows, schedule OnePass™ requests and recordings, or manage your TiVo box. Visit TiVo Online at online.tivo.com to search, browse, and watch shows from your TiVo DVR and from online streaming providers.

Can I watch my Virgin Media recordings on my laptop?

Re: How to watch my Recordings on Laptop Recordings can only be watched on an Android or iOS device when you have a V6 box. Computers have only ever been able to manage your Set Top Box.

Can I transfer my TiVo recordings?

To transfer shows to another TiVo box: Sign in to online.tivo.com using your TiVo.com username and password. On the left side of the screen, use the drop-town menu to choose the TiVo box from which you want to transfer recordings. Select the recordings to transfer.

Does TiVo bolt OTA require subscription?

TiVo Service Subscriptions: No-commitment monthly service is available with the purchase of a previously activated TiVo device from a third party. The TiVo EDGE for Cable, TiVo EDGE for Antenna, TiVo BOLT, TiVo BOLT+, TiVo BOLT VOX, TiVo BOLT OTA, and TiVo Roamio DVR’s do not work with satellite.