Just bought used TIVO 3- Password protected???

[lewie]

I just bought a used TIVO 652160 w/ lifetime & 1TB. I'm trying to reset the system or even watch his stuff, but all I can watch is his kids stuff because everything I try to do asks for a password or turn off parental control.
Is there a way around the password or to crack it? I tried e-mailing him yesterday and no response.

 

[Scott Greczkowski]

The only way to reset it is to contact TiVo support.

Contact Support - TiVo

 

[xtgold]

and don't pop the battery out whatever you do.
the password they give you is based on the current time and date.