Does it work "backwards?" Did anyone tested the Slingbox PRO through a corporate proxy or firewall?
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I'm thinking this won't work since the remote you use for a Slingbox is virtual (you click on it with your mouse). Since your TV isn't hooked up to a computer anymore, you won't be able to control the channels, much less get the connection to Slingbox even started.
2223516
The only way I know to do that would be to port your connection from a phone or tablet(with the slingbox software/app) on it, to the TV by a hardwire connection. I have done this before.
200673
Yes, with some qualifications. You have to have a solid internet connection on both ends, one that has enough bandwidth and low enough latency to handle streaming media. Generally, if your internet service in both locations will handle Netflix, it will handle an Slingbox. Then, you have to connect the receiving device (in my case, my laptop) to the television. That simple step has caused me numerous problems as my laptop is a couple of years old and lacks the HDMI port I would like to have. Also, since I've installed the Slingbox app, the laptop tends to freeze on occasion during downloads. So, yes, it will work but be prepared to spend some time trouble shooting. Yes, with some qualifications. You have to have a solid internet connection on both ends, one that has enough bandwidth and low enough latency to handle streaming media. Generally, if your internet service in both locations will handle Netflix, it will handle an Slingbox. Then, you have to connect the receiving device (in my case, my laptop) to the television. That simple step has caused me numerous problems as my laptop is a couple of years old and lacks the HDMI port I would like to have. Also, since I've installed the Slingbox app, the laptop tends to freeze on occasion during downloads.... » Read More Yes, with some qualifications. You have to have a solid internet connection on both ends, one that has enough bandwidth and low enough latency to handle streaming media. Generally, if your internet service in both locations will handle Netflix, it will handle an Slingbox. Then, you have to connect the receiving device (in my case, my laptop) to the television. That simple step has caused me numerous problems as my laptop is a couple of years old and lacks the HDMI port I would like to have. Also, since I've installed the Slingbox app, the laptop tends to freeze on occasion during downloads. So, yes, it will work but be prepared to spend some time trouble shooting. « Show Less
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I've been using Sling boxes for the last three years. I also have the Dish VIP 722 and it is basically an automated process to set it up. Once every thing is hooked up, use component connections if available, you will run the software setup on your computer, answer a few questions and it will be ready to go. It will also initially update the firmware on the box. Since it is hooked up to the 722 it has no impact on the TV's picture. I have never had a problem in three years. I'm in the military and have watched shows on my 722 from all over the world. Hope this helps.
697456
Yes if the sling is getting signal from the same box. You change sling, sling changes cable box. Someone changes the box channel, you see what they see slung at you.
553992
Should be work's... Slingmedia do no offer officially Slingbox 500 outside north america but at least in Europe (Finland) it work's great. Only thing what you need to do during registeration give some postal code from USA or Canada... I give postal code of Redmont... :-)
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I have both the Pro HD and and a Pro. And recently I installed a Slingcatcher. I must say that this device works well enough to replace the need of a PC running to watch TV remotely. I'm streaming from Hong Kong with the Pro HD to my cable internet (6M down plan) in Los Angeles. We used to have cable in HK and frankly the connection is iffy at best. Sometimes it would stream at 640x240, but most of the time it falls back to 320x240 and is choppy as heck. So we finally got 100Mbps fiber installed in HK for a great price (13 USD a month) and it supports 20Mbps upload/download to overseas locations. I got my SC the same day we got hooked up with fiber. Even though we're only getting 1-1.5Mbps I can stream HD content (down-converted by the slingbox of course) at 640x480 or 1280x540. 640x480 is very smooth, while 1280x540 drops some frames if the speed dips below 1Mbps. It's still very good quality and the remote makes it really easy to use. No more aiming at the buttons with my mouse and no need to burn 300 Watts running the PC. I have it connected via HDMI to my 52" LCD. It looks very good. It's not broadcast quality HD, but darn close for something that's 8000 miles away. I think once you select HDMI out the composite out won't work. I wanted to redistribute the content throughout the house and it looks like it would be impossible running both HDMI and Composite. If I recall correctly. It does have an option to stream in 5.1 under audio in the second OPT menu.
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You can use the Slingbox to do everything remotely that the settop box can do in person. If you can watch the DVR in person, it will work remotely. If you can only watch the DVR from a separate TV at home (I feel sorry for you - I have Uverse and my DVR works on every TV in my house at once), then it will work exactly the same way remotely with the Slingbox.
925347
It depends. If, like most people, you have the SOLO connected to your cable or satellite service then nothing will change.In the unusual situation that you are using your Slingbox SOLO to transmit broadcast signals, however (using a coaxial cable coming off of an antenna), then you are correct in saying that the SOLO will no longer work. You can still get it to work, however, by buying a digital-to-analog converter box. The Slingbox should be able to control this in the same way that it controls cable or satellite set-top boxes.
126502
I don't see why it would require a router; a crossover cable to your computer's network port should work with the SlingPlayer software. Do a search on SlingCommunity.com for "crossover" or "ICS" (internet connection sharing).Keep in mind, though, that the SlingBox is not a tuner on it's own. It will only display what your TV/Cable box is outputting.
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I don't know but $300 is a ripoff. As you say, no wifi or HD means this should be $150 in my opinion. Its a freakin' accessory and not a Slingbox. Bad move Sling.
1313312
Just go with hdmi and component outs from your STB into the Slingbox then HDMI out of slingbox into your TV and you won't have a problem or know the difference.
1036370
Hi, I just have 3 of these adapters, no slingbox, and they work well as long as you watch polarity. Saves lots of cable! :)
925346
Bruno Leite, i may have not made myself clear. I was not referring to ATSC tuner. You would need to upgrade to the newer Slingbox Pro which includes a digital tuner. Otherwise, the only way to make the older version slingbox work (with a digital cable channel) would be to use a digital conversion adapter supplied by Comcast. Even then, you will not have the ability to control the channels thru your PC or Mobile.
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If I understand your question right, only one user can access the account at a time. If a second person logs in and try's to access the slingbox, you will get "another authorized user is accessing the slingbox, do you want to disconnect that user" message. So, only one user can be logged in at a time. The signal you receive via slingbox could be split and have two tv's at the SAME location view the SAME channel
200675
Yes, with some qualifications. You have to have a solid internet connection on both ends, one that has enough bandwidth and low enough latency to handle streaming media. Generally, if your internet service in both locations will handle Netflix, it will handle an Slingbox. Then, you have to connect the receiving device (in my case, my laptop) to the television. That simple step has caused me numerous problems as my laptop is a couple of years old and lacks the HDMI port I would like to have. Also, since I've installed the Slingbox app, the laptop tends to freeze on occasion during downloads. So, yes, it will work but be prepared to spend some time trouble shooting.
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Yes, I do see some delay while watching live tv.But I am not sure whether it is the upload speed of my internet connection or inherent slowness of sling player.