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Setting up DVR storage on a certified Android TV device
Unlike other platforms, the normal HDHomeRun Android app contains the DVR storage software in a single app. You only need to install the normal HDHomeRun app from the Google Play store.
System requirements
- A wired ethernet connection is highly recommended
- USB 3.0 is highly recommended if connecting an external USB hard drive
- A connected drive that is around 500 GB in size.
- Certified Android TV device, such as:
- Nvidia Shield TV (all models)
- Some Sony Android TVs
FireTV is not supported (no exFAT/NTFS support).
Installing
- If you are using an external drive, attach it to the Android device and set as “Use as removable storage”
- Install the HDHomeRun app from the app store
- Open the HDHomeRun app
- Press the play/pause button on the game controller 13 times to access settings menu
- Select the DVR option and enable it
Uninstalling
WARNING: Android will automatically delete your recordings if you uninstall the HDHomeRun app. This is an Android OS limitation and not under the control of SiliconDust.
To uninstall you can simply uninstall the HDHomeRun app like any other app. If you only want to disable the DVR storage portion of the app:
- Open the HDHomeRun app
- Press the play/pause button on the game controller 13 times to access settings menu
- Select the DVR option and disable it
FAQ
- Q: Can I set the USB hard drive as “internal storage”?
- A: Yes, however the drive will be encrypted for that specific Shield. It will also be formatted as EXT4 and will not be readable by Windows
- Q: Can I use a USB thumb drive or an SD card?
- A: Not recommended. Flash storage frequently has very poor write speeds and may have unpredictable performance.
- Q: Can I run an external USB on the Shield Pro? Which drive will it save to?
- A: Yes, HDHomeRun Record will save to the external drive
- Q: Will HDHomeRun RECORD wake the NVIDIA Shield Console for a scheduled recording?
- A: Yes; however, if the Shield console is powered off it will not record.
- Q: Will I be able to access recordings from the Shield console like I do now with my NAS (or my PC)?
- A: Yes, you will be able to access recordings on your LAN as you do with your NAS (or PC).
Next step: Using DVR in the HDHomeRun app
Once you finish setting up a DVR storage device, see our guide link below for instructions on using the DVR features in the HDHomeRun app.