Originally Posted by
celo
I read the FAQ but it did not say about which software can be hackable (maybe I did not see) The PVRs are very expensive in Europe plus Tivo is a lot easier to use, I can get a Tivo here in US for $50. I actually own a ReplayTV but cannot be used in Europe. I built an HTPC unit for a possible solution but it is not the same thing. I don't need the network unless the unit does not need to call Tivo server for program guide. I would probably save money in the long run if I get a network card with it so the phone bill does not go up. Plus, I may be able to do more things with networked Tivo; maybe renaming the manual recordings/schedules? I used Linux before (tried at least) so I may do it. Yes, I meant sending an empty hard drive for Pal hack and put the HD back in the Tivo unit.
My appologies, but I have moved this into the "Newbie forum" because the request for help should only be used if people in AU need help and there is someone nearby (as in their own state) to come to their rescue.
With that said, If you run the OzTiVo image on your TiVo, you should not have any problems as most of the hacks like PALMOD for example are already in place. The TiVo will also be running "TiVoWeb" in which case you will be able to rename the shows via the web interface. This does not require a network card however, and it can be done via a serial cable to your PC. See:
http://minnie.tuhs.org/twiki/bin/vie...etworkingHowto
I would be cautious though of running the 'hacked' TiVo in Europe, as there is already a TiVo subscription service in the UK, and I'm not too sure what the laws are. I will congratulate elarbee on the answers given as they are pretty much spot on. Series ONE TiVos are the only ones the Aussies have hacked, and there is some work on the Series TWO, but I'm not too sure of the status. There have been series 2 hacks done in the U.S. but you can use google for that
Hope I've been a little more help.
Ex Tivo Owner.
Philips Tivo
Version 1.3 Emulator Image from Minnie
200Gig Western Digital HDD
No Turbonet or Cachecard
Slices: Cable Digital FTA
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