Yes I suggest doing what Tenty suggests. If you get the same result with another device then it is most likely a fault with the S-Video input. Does RCA video input work OK or is this also bad?
4-8 hours initial data sort out time is not a factor.
Yes I suggest doing what Tenty suggests. If you get the same result with another device then it is most likely a fault with the S-Video input. Does RCA video input work OK or is this also bad?
4-8 hours initial data sort out time is not a factor.
Darren King
OzTiVo Repairs and Modifications
If your TiVo requires repairs or modifications
then visit: http://kingey1971.wix.com/tivorepairs
NOW ALSO REPAIRING FETCH TOO!
Hi
Thanks for the recommendations. I gave them a shot and my results were as follows
I tried two things, firstly i tried using the svideo input and connected my xbox in that manner. I got a black and white picture when it finishes rebooting. The next thing i tried was using a normal composite cable from fox and a dvd player, they both came up with that green tinge picture.
Something else tha is odd is that whenever i foxtel or the xbox or the dvd, i have to reset the tivo because it comes up with a meesage recoerder cannnot display live tv. try these tips one at a time'
I think there is something wrong with the input ports. Anyone out there have any nowhow on how to get these checked out or an anyone reommend a plae i could take it?
Sounds like a dodgy SAA7114H video chip to me. Not uncommon.
Did you happen to notice my signature? (hint: read the coloured text at the bottom of this post).Originally Posted by lollercoaster
I offer to either fix your board or alternatively outright exchange your defective for a good one. If you have the tools and knowhow on how to extract the board you can either send me the defective for repair/exchange or I can send you a good one and you send back the defective.
That's about as much as I can advise and offer. A general TV Repair place won't probably even know what a TiVo is let alone know what to look for or have stock of the necessary parts.
Last edited by Darren King; 27-07-2005 at 09:46 AM.
Darren King
OzTiVo Repairs and Modifications
If your TiVo requires repairs or modifications
then visit: http://kingey1971.wix.com/tivorepairs
NOW ALSO REPAIRING FETCH TOO!
Hey Darren it's arthur here
Looks like i may have to make that drive anyway? Do you have an approximate cost of replacement for this chip?? If so when would be a good time for you??
Hi Arthur
As said on the website it is $35/hr plus the cost of the parts or $100 for outright board replacement. Feel free to contact me via email like you have been already and we can discuss further. I have already let you know my work address and times I am there if you want to make the drive right now to drop it off. Bring the already mentioned remote with you and I will fix that inclusive of the prices for fixing/replacing the motherboard.
Darren King
OzTiVo Repairs and Modifications
If your TiVo requires repairs or modifications
then visit: http://kingey1971.wix.com/tivorepairs
NOW ALSO REPAIRING FETCH TOO!
For those keeping tabs on this thread: TiVo was delivered today and it has a very grotty looking display. Some quick tests confirmed it is indeed a sick SAA7114H video chip and the board will be replaced.
Darren King
OzTiVo Repairs and Modifications
If your TiVo requires repairs or modifications
then visit: http://kingey1971.wix.com/tivorepairs
NOW ALSO REPAIRING FETCH TOO!
*passes Darren a mallet and a large vat of Treacle*
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