If I buy a used TIVO, can I use it as a PVR without paying for service? How do I get the schedules?

Adam Momaya: No, Series 2 units won't record without a subscription...or a hack.

Ezekiel Kadner: Search for Toshiba or Pioneer TiVo DVD combos. Those have a free level of service. Otherwise, if you don't want to pay a fee, you don't want a TiVo.