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Here is the WeaKnees TiVo Series4 HD DVR model comparison of all TiVo Premiere models.
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| TiVo Brand HD DVRs for Cable - Compare Models |
| Name |
TiVo Premiere
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TiVo Premiere XL |
TiVo Premiere Elite |
Features
(Important differences bolded) |
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| Input Sources |
Analog Cable, Digital Cable (may require CableCARD),
Digital Antenna (ATSC),
Verizon FiOS (requires CableCARD)
(no satellite input)
2 Tuners Concurrently Active |
Analog Cable, Digital Cable (may require CableCARD),
Digital Antenna (ATSC),
Verizon FiOS (requires CableCARD)
(no satellite input)
2 Tuners Concurrently Active |
Digital Cable (may require CableCARDs), Verizon FiOS (requires CableCARD)
(no satellite input)
4 Tuners Concurrently Active |
| Output Resolutions |
480i, 480p,720p, 1080i, 1080p |
480i, 480p,720p, 1080i, 1080p |
480i, 480p,720p, 1080i, 1080p |
| Factory Capacity |
320 GB |
1 TB |
2 TB |
| WeaKnees Maximum Upgrade |
4 TB |
4 TB |
4 TB |
| CableCARD slots |
1, in back |
1, in back |
1, in back |
| Audio Outputs |
1 - Optical Digital Audio
1 - embedded in HDMI
1 - RCA A/V jacks |
1 - Optical Digital Audio
1 - embedded in HDMI
1 - RCA A/V jacks |
1 - Optical Digital Audio
1 - embedded in HDMI
1 - RCA A/V jacks |
| Video Outputs |
1 - HDMI
1 - Component
1 - Composite
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1 - HDMI
1 - Component
1 - Composite
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1 - HDMI
1 - Component
1 - Composite
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| Networking |
On-board Ethernet
Two USB Ports (for TiVo Wireless G or N)
Ethernet or WiFi is required unless a modem adapter is purchased. |
On-board Ethernet
Two USB Ports (for TiVo Wireless G or N)
Ethernet or WiFi is required unless a modem adapter is purchased. |
On-board Ethernet
Two USB Ports (for TiVo Wireless G or N)
MoCA support through coax
Ethernet, MoCA, or WiFi is required
Cannot be connected through phone line
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| Remote |
Enhanced TiVo Remote |
Enhanced, Backlit, Learning TiVo Remote |
Enhanced, Backlit, Learning TiVo Remote |
| Dimensions |
16.5 W x 9.7 D x 2.4 H |
16.5 W x 9.7 D x 2.4 H |
16.5 W x 9.7 D x 2.4 H |
| Front Display |
5 TiVo Status Lights
(Power, Remote, Broadband, Record tuner 1, Record tuner 2)
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5 TiVo Status Lights
(Power, Remote, Broadband, Record tuner 1, Record tuner 2) |
7 TiVo Status Lights
(Power, Remote, Broadband, Record tuners 1-4) |
| THX |
None |
Certified |
Certified |
| Buttons on Unit |
Format |
Format |
Format |
| Included Cables |
Power, HDMI |
Power, HDMI |
Power, HDMI |
To compare the Series4 TiVo Premiere units to the Series3 TiVo DVRs, see our older HD TiVo for Cable Comparison.
*DirecTV DVRs and Series3 TiVos (in HD) record digital broadcast streams and all compression is determined by the broadcaster, so hours stated are estimates assuming average compression. Standard Definition TiVo DVR and TiVo Upgrade Kit capacities are stated at Basic Quality. All capacities may vary due to hard drive models used. Capacities are guaranteed to be within 5% larger or smaller of stated size. Email with any questions. 
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