App Missing from TiVo or IPTV Box- 5787


Explanation:

Customer is unable to access / load an App on the TiVo

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Resolution Steps

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    1. Verify the Serial Number  / TSN Number
       
    2. Apps require a functioning internet connection, Test Internet Connection

    3. Make sure App is checked

      4 Tuners, 2 Tuners, Single Tuners, and Minis on TiVo Experience 3

      Go to  TiVo Central | Settings & Messages | Settings | Channels | Add & Manage Apps
      (see steps)
           

      4K 6 Tuners, 6 Tuners , 4K Minis, and Minis on TiVo Experience 4

      Go to TiVo Home | Apps and press the A button to Add & Manage Apps
      (see steps)

    1. Reboot the HDUI

    1. Power cycle modem, router and any ECBs, in that order

    1. Restart the TiVo

    1. Force Connect the TiVo

  1. If the issue persists, click Create Work Order or Technical Case on the Work Orders Tab in BOLT

    Click Create Work Order or Technical Case, fill out the information as described below and click Submit  

    Trouble Call or Tech Case     TiVo Issue
    Service Category TiVo ONLY
    Problem Description TY - TiVo HME/APP Issue
    Select All affected equipment
    Include Problem description, App affected and all troubleshooting in your notes

IPTV is a Data product; always troubleshoot the modem and its connection to the IPTV device before troubleshooting the IPTV device

 

  • Just like a laptop, gaming system, or other device, IPTV needs a good connection to the modem to work properly

  • Never create an IPTV case without completing all data troubleshooting steps, first

  • Remember, if there is an issue with the data service, create a Work Order for the data issue

Start with Data Troubleshooting Steps for IPTV

  1. Ensure the account is active and in good standing

  2. Verify the Serial Number  / TSN Number
     
  3. Send a balance hit

  4. Check the data equipment in Merlin; ensure the modem is online without signal issues or packet loss

  5. Make sure the box is connected to your network

      • If hardwired to the eero / router, check the connection

  6. If the issue persists, click the Create Work Order or Technical Case button on the Work Orders Tab in BOLT

    Click Create Work Order or Technical Case, fill out the information as described below and click Submit  

    Trouble Call or Tech Case     Trouble Call
    Service Category Data
    Problem Description Select the applicable Data Issue based on above steps
    Select Only the affected equipment
    Schedule First available time that works for the customer
    Notes Include all pertinent information

 

If Troubleshooting Data Hasn’t Resolved the IPTV Issue:

  1. Make sure App is installed

      • Go to TiVo Home | left arrow to Menu | Settings | Device Settings

      • On the Device Settings page, choose Apps
         
      • Select See all apps

      • Look for the App in question

      • Choose Open and see if it works

    (see steps)

    • If you do not see the App in question

        • Go to TiVo Home | Apps & Games

        • Select the Google Play store to install the App

      (see steps)
  2. Verify the Serial Number  / TSN Number
     
  3. Power cycle the IPTV box

    Important: follow power cycling steps carefully; each box is power cycled differently

  4. If the issue persists, click the Create Work Order or Technical Case button on the Work Orders Tab in BOLT

    Click Create Work Order or Technical Case, fill out the information as described below and click Submit

    Trouble Call or Tech Case     IPTV Issue
    Service Category IPTV ONLY
    Problem Description Android App Issue
    Select Click the box next to the affected box(es) only
    Include Problem description, App affected and all troubleshooting in your notes

     

    This issue requires further investigation and resolution - customer will be contacted, please do not give any ETA


Article ID: 108
Created: February 1, 2024
Last Updated: February 15, 2024
Author: [shekhar.bhanot@teamhgs.com]

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