How Can I Convert MP4 Files to TiVo Format on Mac

by Brian Fisher • • Proven solutions

You might have a TiVo as well as some interesting MP4 movies or videos on your Mac. So it would be great if you can transfer those interesting MP4 movies or videos from your Mac to TiVo and enjoy them by sitting comfortably on your cozy Sofa! However, it seems that MP4 is not compatible with TiVo. One easy way could be converting MP4 to TiVo on Mac (macOS 10.15 Catalina and earlier). Then after the conversion, you could upload MP4 video to TiVo for watching.

Simple Way to Convert MP4 Files to TiVo Supported Format on Mac

Here is an easy and economical way to convert MP4 Files to TiVo compatible format MPEG 2 on your Mac and transfer them to your TiVo (including TiVo series 3, series 2 and series 1). By using this UniConverter for Mac, MP4 to TiVo format conversion becomes a breeze! This program can convert multiple MP4 files at a time, which means that you can add more than one MP4 files to the program and do batch conversion. Moreover, you can keep the original quality of your file and the converting process is so simple that even beginners can learn to use it in no time. Besides, you can also perform the following operations with the help of this powerful iMedia Converter: trim large video files into small video segments; adjust video brightness, contrast, saturation and change video effect as a whole; rotate videos into other angles.

Simple Guide to Convert MP4 to TiVo Format on Mac

Step 1. Add MP4 Files

Drag & drop MP4 files to the program. Or go to the main menu, choose "Add Files" to locate the MP4 files you want to add.

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Step 2. Select Output Format

In the "Video" category of format tray, scroll right to choose "MPEG-2" as the output format. MPEG-2 format is the format supported by TiVo.

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Step 3. Start Conversion

Click the "Convert" button to start to convert MP4 to TiVo format on Mac and this video converter will do the rest for you!

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