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Slingbox User Guide
© 2005 Sling Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Patents pending.
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Contents
Contents .................................................................................... iii
Introducing Slingbox™ ...................................................................................1
Welcome ..................................................................................... 1
Setup is easy...ignoring your TV is difficult ..................................... 1
It’s not magic, but it’s close ............................................................... 1
Stream of Consciousness .................................................................... 2
Where will you watch your TV? ........................................................ 2
What’s New .......................................................................................... 2
Using this Guide ......................................................................... 4
Structure ................................................................................................ 4
Conventions ......................................................................................... 4
Package Contents ....................................................................... 5
System Requirements .......................................................................... 5
Network Requirements ....................................................................... 5
Important Safety Instructions .................................................... 6
Connecting your Slingbox ..............................................................................9
About Connections ..................................................................... 9
Included Cables .................................................................................. 10
Rear Panel Connectors ..................................................................... 12
Connecting your Audio/Video Sources to Slingbox ................ 13
Connecting a Cable Box, Satellite Receiver, or a DVR ............... 14
Connecting Using a SCART Output .............................................. 15
Connecting an Antenna, DVB-T, or Analogue Cable ................. 15
Connecting Other Audio/Video Devices ..................................... 16
Sharing an Audio/Video Source ..................................................... 18
Connecting Multiple Audio/Video Sources to Slingbox ............ 18
Connecting the IR Control Cable ............................................ 20
Connecting Slingbox to your Home Network ......................... 21
Powering-up your Slingbox ...................................................... 22
Installing SlingPlayer ....................................................................................23
About the Software Installation ................................................ 24
Free Slingbox Finder service ........................................................... 24
Slingbox User Guide
Installing SlingPlayer on your PC ............................................ 25
SlingPlayer Application Setup .................................................. 26
Setup Type ..........................................................................................27
Checking for Updates ........................................................................27
Selecting Your Slingbox ....................................................................27
Audio/Video Setup ...........................................................................28
Location of Your Slingbox ...............................................................29
Name and Password Setup ...................................................... 37
Assigning a Name ..............................................................................37
Assigning Passwords ..........................................................................38
IR Control Setup ...................................................................... 39
Changing Channels ............................................................................40
Remote Viewing Setup ..............................................................41
Configuring your Router ...................................................................42
Port Forwarding .................................................................................43
Opening Ports ....................................................................................43
You’re Good To Go .................................................................. 45
Registering Your Slingbox ....................................................... 46
How do I locate my Slingbox serial number? ................................46
How do I locate my Slingbox Finder ID? ......................................46
Getting to Know SlingPlayer ........................................................................47
SlingPlayer User Interface ....................................................... 47
SlingPlayer Controls ...........................................................................48
SlingPlayer Window Controls ..........................................................51
Slingbox Directory .............................................................................52
SlingRemote ........................................................................................53
SlingStream .............................................................................. 55
Using SlingPlayer ..........................................................................................57
Watching your TV using Slingbox ........................................... 57
Starting SlingPlayer ............................................................................57
Using SlingRemote .................................................................. 58
Control Mode .....................................................................................58
Viewing Options ...................................................................... 59
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Windowed Mode ............................................................................... 59
Minimized Mode ................................................................................ 59
Docked Mode .................................................................................... 60
Full Screen Mode ............................................................................... 60
Resizing SlingPlayer and SlingRemote ........................................... 60
Listening Options ..................................................................... 62
Audio Only ......................................................................................... 62
Muting Audio ..................................................................................... 63
Using Multiple Slingbox Audio/Video Inputs ........................ 64
Switching Between Inputs ................................................................ 64
Viewing Your Slingbox Remotely ............................................ 65
The Remote Viewing Experience ................................................... 65
Slingbox Finder ID ........................................................................... 66
Adding Another Slingbox to Your Directory ........................... 67
Adding a Slingbox Using its Finder ID .......................................... 67
Adding a Slingbox Using a Domain Name or IP Address ......... 67
Customizing SlingPlayer ...............................................................................69
Audio/Video Settings ............................................................... 69
Video Options .................................................................................... 70
Encoding Settings .................................................................... 73
Automatic Encoding ......................................................................... 73
Manual Encoding .............................................................................. 73
Skins ......................................................................................... 75
Changing Skins ................................................................................... 75
Adding New Skins ............................................................................. 76
Removing Skins ................................................................................. 76
Connection Settings ................................................................. 77
Network Settings ............................................................................... 77
Preferences ............................................................................... 79
Favourites ................................................................................. 80
Favourite Bars .................................................................................... 80
Adding Favourite Channels ............................................................. 83
Adding Favourite Controls .............................................................. 84
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Modifying and Removing Favourite Channels/Controls ............85
Slingbox Settings ...................................................................... 86
Updating SlingPlayer and Slingbox ............................................................87
Updating SlingPlayer ............................................................... 87
Automatically Updating SlingPlayer ................................................87
Manually Updating SlingPlayer ........................................................87
Updating Slingbox ................................................................... 88
Updating Slingbox Firmware Automatically ..................................88
Updating Slingbox Firmware Manually ..........................................89
Setup and Installation Assistance ..............................................................91
Network Connections .......................................................................91
SlingPlayer Software Installation .....................................................91
Troubleshooting Remote Viewing Setup ................................ 92
Resolving Remote Viewing Failure .................................................93
Optional Networking Connections .........................................104
Using Wall Plug Bridges ................................................................. 104
Connecting Slingbox to a Wireless Network .............................. 105
Restoring Slingbox to Factory Settings ..................................106
FCC and Specifications ...............................................................................107
FCC Statement ........................................................................107
Product Specifications ...........................................................108
Slingbox Specifications ................................................................... 108
Power Adapter Specifications ....................................................... 109
Slingbox User Guide
1: Introducing Slingbox™
Welcome
You’re being followed…by your television!
Your new Slingbox makes your television accessible from anywhere. It sends your living room television to
wherever you choose to watch. We call it “place-shifting.” You can call it your TV...anywhere.
And, if you choose to set up remote viewing, following your favourite baseball team from your office cubicle
has never been easier—not that we’d encourage that. However, we’re working on a “boss” button.
Setup is easy...ignoring your TV is difficult
Slingbox doesn’t replace your entertainment system…it embraces it. Simply connect your television source
(antenna, cable, satellite, digital video recorder) or other video source to Slingbox, and then connect Slingbox
to your home network (router/available Ethernet jack). Install SlingPlayer on your computer and watch your
programmes from anywhere. Think of it as the TV remote with ultimate reach.
This chapter contains:
• Using this Guide on page 4
• Package Contents on page 5
• Important Safety Instructions
on page 6
See Chapter Two for...
• Instructions on connecting
Slingbox to your TV source
and your network.
See Chapter Three for...
• Instructions on installing
Slingbox.
It’s not magic, but it’s close
Slingbox sends your video over your home network to your router, which then gives you access from
wherever you are: in the kitchen or anywhere in the world with a high-speed Internet connection. And, if you
have a digital video recorder (DVR), you can watch your recorded programmes and use the familiar features,
such as pause, instant replay, and fast forward…even schedule recordings. If your DVR can do it, your
Slingbox can view it.
All you need to do to watch your Slingbox from afar is to use a computer loaded with SlingPlayer application.
Start it up and connect to your Slingbox at home. You’ll be watching your TV in no time.
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Stream of Consciousness
It all comes together once you start up SlingPlayer application. Slingbox compresses your television source (or other audio/video content) making it
available digitally through your in-home router. Watch it in another room or even in the garden.
It gets more impressive when you venture outside of your home-network range. The quality of over-the-Internet streaming is dependant on what’s between
your home television source and your computer a few miles, or a few thousand miles, away.
However, that’s not a big challenge for SlingStream™, the on-board streaming technology. SlingStream continually monitors the end-to-end Internet
bandwidth, making on the spot adjustments to provide a constant video stream. It automatically adjusts the video stream to work within the bandwidth that
is available at any given time.
Where will you watch your TV?
Think of all the places you can now watch your TV:
• In an aircraft (with broadband) after they’ve announced you can switch on your laptop.
• In the kitchen while preparing a meal or cleaning up the mess.
• In the living room while the kids are watching Finding Nemo…for the 37th time. You’re “baby sitting” with football playing on your laptop.
• Barbecuing in the garden. Wipe the teriyaki sauce off your fingers before using the on-screen remote.
• Surfing the Web or maybe even writing an e-mail.
• In an opera while the prima donna takes a break.
• On a business trip and you’re not interested in the local news.
• Travelling in a train and the Giants game is more interesting than the scenery outside.
• Or, just relaxing in your favourite chair...or throne.
Where you watch your TV is up to you!
What’s New
Sling Media constantly strives to improve your Slingbox experience. Let us know if you would like a feature to be included in a future. We listen.
Multilingual. You can use SlingPlayer PC in many more languages. We now have SlingPlayer PC in English (US and UK), Chinese (Traditional), and
Japanese. SlingPlayer PC also supports bilingual audio channels. You can still watch English programmes in Japan.1
1. Operator dependant.
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Welcome
Conflict Management. You can now “bump” a viewer if he/she is watching your Slingbox. You are the king.
Remote Updation. With this release, you can update your firmware remotely.
Index. This user guide now includes an index. Use it to get instructions on “bumping” a user.
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Using this Guide
This user guide provides details about using your Slingbox and SlingPlayer so you get the most out of your new television experience. The guide includes
step-by-step instructions for using your Slingbox. If you haven’t already, refer to the Quick Setup Guide for an overview of the connection process.
Additional instructions, troubleshooting help, tips and tricks, and the most up-to-date information about this guide are always available at
http://www.slingmedia.com. Make sure to check the website if your answers aren’t found here.
Structure
We, at Sling Media, have designed this guide with you in mind. We have structured the
content in a functional, rather than a menu-driven way. The image describes the basic
structure the guide follows.
We would love to hear from you. Please send feedback to
documentation@slingmedia.com.
Conventions
The guide uses the following conventions:
Table 1: Conventions
When you see...
What it means...
Select Help > About
SlingPlayer
Select About SlingPlayer from
the Help menu
Click Change.
Click the Change button on
SlingPlayer. All UI elements such
as radio buttons, lists, and
buttons are in bold.
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Package Contents
Package Contents
Make sure you have received the following items with your Slingbox. See “Included Cables” on page 10.
•
•
•
•
•
Slingbox
2 Audio/Video cables
Ethernet cable
Coaxial cable
Quick Setup Guide
System Requirements
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Windows XP Home/Pro/MCE/2000 (SP4)
Pentium IV 1GHz
256MB RAM
100MB Free Hard Disk Space
Graphics Card (24-bit colour)
Sound Card (16-bit)
CD-ROM Drive
Ethernet Network Connectivity (wired, 802.11 a/b/g, or
Powerline)
• CD-ROM containing SlingPlayer for Windows 2000 (SP4) and
XP computers
• S-Video cable
• IR Control cable
• SCART adaptors
Network Requirements
• A router or a combined cable modem/router.
• Search for “recommended routers” in
http://www.slingmedia.com/support/ for a list of all
recommend routers.
• DHCP must be enabled on your router so Slingbox is
recognized during the software installation.
• A high-speed Internet connection if you plan to view your
Slingbox remotely.
Tip
Slow Internet upstream rates can affect the streaming quality when using Slingbox remotely. Check with your Internet Service Provider (ISP) if you would like
to upgrade to a speedier service. It is recommend that you have a minimum
upstream bandwidth of 256 Kbps. Higher upstream means better viewing quality.
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Important Safety Instructions
Please read all of these instructions and retain for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions.
Do not use Slingbox near water.
Do not place the product near heat sources such as direct sunlight, radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
Do not block the ventilation holes on top of Slingbox. Slingbox requires adequate ventilation. Do not place Slingbox in a cabinet or built-in
installation unless sufficient ventilation is provided. Do not place anything on top of Slingbox, including another Slingbox.
Operate this product from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
Route power cables so they are not likely to be walked on, rolled over, or pinched by items placed upon or against them, or otherwise subject to
abuse, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.
Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in
a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
Unplug Slingbox before cleaning. Use only a cloth dampened with water to clean Slingbox.
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.
Do not place heavy objects on top of the product.
Outdoor antenna grounding. If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be
sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and
built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 1984, provides
information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the
lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antennadischarge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
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Lightning. For added protection of this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods, unplug it from
the wall outlet.
Power lines. An outside antenna system should not be located near overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall
into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or
circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
Servicing. Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Refer to http://www.slingmedia.com/support for servicing information.
Damage requiring service. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:
•
•
•
•
When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls covered by the operating
instructions. An improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to its normal operation.
• If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
• When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
Replacement parts. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or
parts that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitution may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
Safety check. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the
product is in proper operating condition.
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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or
moisture.
Note to CATV Installer
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to section
820-40 of the NEC, which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding
system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
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2: Connecting your Slingbox
About Connections
This section contains the following topics:
• Included Cables on page 10
• Rear Panel Connectors on page 12
Connecting Slingbox is easy, and takes just a few minutes. Refer to the Quick Setup Guide before reading this
chapter. This chapter provides additional information and instructions.
In this chapter, you can find:
• About Connections on page 9
• Connecting your Audio/Video
Sources to Slingbox on
page 13
• Connecting the IR Control
Cable on page 20
• Connecting Slingbox to your
Home Network on page 21
• Powering-up your Slingbox on
page 22
See Chapter One for...
• An introduction to Slingbox
and SlingPlayer.
See Chapter Three for...
• Instructions on installing
Slingbox.
Diagram showing basic connections
You connect your television source (antenna, cable, satellite, DVR) to Slingbox, and then connect Slingbox
to your home network (either wired or wirelessly). From there, you can watch your living room TV
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programming from wherever you are by turning any laptop or Internet-connected computer into a window to your home. It’s that simple. You can also
connect other A/V devices to Slingbox, such as a DVD player, a VCR, or a CD player. See “Connecting Other Audio/Video Devices” on page 16.
Included Cables
You probably won’t need to use all of the cables included with your Slingbox. The way in which you connect Slingbox depends on the type of entertainment
and networking equipment you want to connect. Here’s a little information on the cables included with Slingbox.
Table 1: Cables provided and their use
Cable or Cable Combination
S-Video cable with
Audio cables
Why do I need it?
This combination provides the best video quality. If your cable/satellite box, DVR, or
other external A/V device has an available S-Video output, you should take advantage of the
superior video quality it delivers. Connect the supplied S-Video cable from the S-Video
output on your external device to S-Video In on Slingbox.
Leave the yellow (composite) video cable unattached. You must also connect the red and
white audio cables to the audio outputs on your external device and to A/V In on Slingbox.
Audio/Video cable
This cable provides good video quality. Connect one end from the available A/V
outputs on your external device and the other device to A/V In on Slingbox.
Use this cable to connect your antenna or analogue cable TV source directly to Slingbox.
Coaxial cable
You may also use this cable if your A/V source device does not have S-Video or
Audio/Video outputs. Connect this supplied coaxial cable from the output on your A/V
device to Antenna/Cable In on Slingbox.
Note: You cannot use S-Video or A/V Out from Slingbox to your TV if you use the coaxial
cable.
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Table 1: Cables provided and their use
Cable or Cable Combination
IR Control cable
Why do I need it?
If you have a cable box, satellite receiver, DVR, or other external device, Slingbox uses this
cable to control these external devices, just as you do with your remote control.
This cable sends remote control signals from Slingbox to your cable/satellite box or DVR. It
allows you to view menus and guides from these and other connected devices, as well as use
familiar features like play, pause, fast forward and rewind.
Ethernet cable
SCART adaptors
The Ethernet cable connects Slingbox to your router. If the cable is not long enough to
reach your router, you can purchase a longer cable or use optional network bridges. See
“Optional Networking Connections” on page 104 for information about using wall plug or
wireless bridges.
These adaptor can connect a device with a SCART output to Slingbox. Connect one
end from the SCART output on your external device and the other end to A/V In on
Slingbox.
The power adapter connects your Slingbox to an electrical outlet to supply power.
Power adapter
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Rear Panel Connectors
• Power: Slingbox does not have an on/off switch. Plug it in
to power it on. The green Power light on the front indicates
that Slingbox is on.
• IR (infrared): Allows Slingbox to change channels on your
cable box or satellite receiver, and use the menus of the
device you connected, including a DVR. The emitter ends of
the IR control cable are placed so they point at the IR sensor
on your device.
• Network: The most reliable connection to your router is
Reset
with the supplied Ethernet cable. You may use alternative
A/V In
connections, such as Powerline wall plug bridges or a
wireless bridge. Wall plugs are more reliable than wireless
S-Video In
connections.
Antenna/Cable
In
• S-Video Out: Optionally connect your Audio/Video source
back to your television. Also, connect the A/V cable to
Antenna/Cable
your TV to send the audio and leave the yellow (video) cable
Out
unplugged.
Power
• A/V Out: Optionally connect your Audio/Video source
IR
back to your television.
Network
• Antenna/Cable Out: Connect the outgoing antenna,
S-Video Out
DVB-T cable, or analogue cable TV source to your TV.
A/V Out
• Antenna/Cable In: Connect the incoming antenna, DVBT cable, or analogue cable TV source directly to Slingbox. You may also use this connection if your cable box, satellite receiver, or DVR does not have
available S-Video and/or A/V outputs.
• S-Video In: From your A/V source. Also, connect the supplied A/V cable to your A/V source to send the audio and leave the yellow (video) cable
unplugged.
• A/V In: From the Audio/Video outputs on your A/V source.
• Reset: Used only to restore your Slingbox to factory settings. This clears all of your Slingbox settings. “Restoring Slingbox to Factory Settings” on
page 106.
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Connecting your Audio/Video Sources to Slingbox
This section contains the following topics:
• Connecting a Cable Box, Satellite Receiver, or a DVR on page 14
• Connecting an Antenna, DVB-T, or Analogue Cable on page 15
• Connecting Other Audio/Video Devices on page 16
• Sharing an Audio/Video Source on page 18
• Connecting Multiple Audio/Video Sources to Slingbox on page 18
Additional information about the steps in the Quick Setup Guide is provided here. Refer to the Quick Setup Guide before reading this chapter.
If you are setting up your Slingbox with:
• A cable box, satellite receiver, or a DVR (such as a TiVo® or Sky+®), see “Connecting a Cable Box, Satellite Receiver, or a DVR” on page 14.
• Antenna, DVB-T, or cable only (no cable box), see “Connecting an Antenna, DVB-T, or Analogue Cable” on page 15.
• Another Audio/Video device, see “Connecting Other Audio/Video Devices” on page 16.
Important
See “Connecting Other Audio/Video Devices” on page 16, “Sharing an Audio/Video Source” on
page 18, and “Connecting Other Audio/Video Devices” on page 16 if your cable box, satellite receiver,
or DVR does not have available outputs.
Tip
All three Slingbox A/V inputs are available for use: Antenna/Cable In, S-Video In, and A/V In.
However, you can only set up one input during the initial installation of SlingPlayer. See Connecting
Multiple Audio/Video Sources to Slingbox on page 18 for information on setting up additional inputs
after the initial software installation.
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Connecting a Cable Box, Satellite Receiver, or a DVR
If you have a cable box, satellite receiver, or a DVR, connect this device to
Slingbox, as shown below.
1. Connect your cable box, satellite receiver, or DVR to Slingbox.
Choose one of the connections below based on the available outputs on
your cable box, satellite receiver, or DVR. See “Included Cables” on
page 10 for more information on the included cables. If you have a
standalone DVR already connected to a cable box or satellite receiver,
connect the outputs from your DVR to Slingbox inputs.
• S-Video and Audio cables: This combination provides the best video
quality. If your cable box, satellite receiver, or DVR has an available SVideo output, you should take advantage of the superior quality it delivers.
Connect the supplied S-Video cable from the S-Video output on your
cable/satellite box or DVR to S-Video In on Slingbox. You must also
connect the red and white audio cables.
• Audio/Video cable: This cable provides good video quality. Connect one end from the available outputs on your cable/satellite box or DVR to
A/V In on Slingbox.
• Coaxial cable: Only use this cable if your cable/satellite box or DVR does not have S-Video or Audio/Video outputs. Connect the supplied coaxial
cable from the output on your cable/satellite box or DVR to Antenna/Cable In on Slingbox.
2. You now need to connect the IR control cable. See “Connecting the IR Control Cable” on page 20.
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Connecting Using a SCART Output
Use this setup if your TV source has a SCART output. Connect the SCART adaptor between the source
and your TV. Connect the other end of the SCART adaptor to the A/V In cables. Connect the
A/V in output to Slingbox. Once connected, continue to connect Slingbox to the network. See
“Connecting Slingbox to your Home Network” on page 21.
Connecting an Antenna, DVB-T, or Analogue Cable
Use this setup if your TV source is antenna, DVB-T, or analogue cable only, without a cable box.
Connect the incoming antenna or cable line to Antenna/Cable In on Slingbox. Once connected, continue to connect
Slingbox to the network. See “Connecting Slingbox to your Home Network” on page 21.
Note
You cannot use the digital radio, interactive, or teletext
features of DVB-T with Slingbox.
Adding a Splitter
If the incoming antenna or cable line from the wall in your home is connected directly to your TV, you will need to use
a coaxial splitter (not included) to send your TV source to your TV and to your Slingbox. See below if you have a cable
modem sharing the cable line.
Using a Cable Modem
If you have a cable modem, you may be able to receive your basic cable channels from the same coaxial cable that supplies your Internet connection. If so,
use a splitter, with one cable connected to your cable modem and one connected to Slingbox, as shown. Be sure to connect Slingbox to your router. See
“Connecting Slingbox to your Home Network” on page 21.
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Important
You cannot use S-Video or A/V Out from Slingbox to
your TV if you use this setup.
Connecting Other Audio/Video Devices
One additional advantage of Slingbox is the ability to stream more than just your television
programming. Slingbox can control DVD players, VCRs, and CD players. Yes, you can even
listen to music from your CD player. You can additionally connect non controllable devices
such as camcorders too.
1. Connect the suitable cable from your device’s outputs to the inputs on Slingbox. You need
to use one of the supplied Audio/Video cables if your device uses A/V outputs.
2. Make sure your device is ON when you want to view it using Slingbox.
SlingRemote displays many DVD, VCR, and CD player buttons. If you don’t see the
button you want to use, select the Remote drop-down menu button at the top of
SlingRemote. Slingbox can remotely power on/off your configured devices
3. If you change what you originally connected to your Slingbox—for example, adding a new
device like a DVD player—you must apply this change within SlingPlayer as well. See
“Audio/Video Settings” on page 69.
4. Continue to connect Slingbox to the network. See “Connecting Slingbox to your Home Network” on page 21.
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Important
Though you can connect many A/V devices to Slingbox, not all can be
controlled. If your device category (for example, a camcorder) is not among the
categories listed during setup, choose Non-controllable device.
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Sharing an Audio/Video Source
Complete this step if you have to remove the cable or cables currently connecting your cable/
satellite box or DVR to your TV to include Slingbox in your setup. You may need to do this if your
device has only one set of outputs. This connection passes your television source through Slingbox and
back to your television.
Connect the same cable type for the output back to your TV as you used for the input to Slingbox. For
example, if you connected S-Video along with the red and white audio connectors to Slingbox, make the
same connection to your TV.
Important
If you use a cable modem and have connected a coaxial cable to Slingbox, the
setup will not work. You need to use a coaxial splitter (not included). See “Using
a Cable Modem” on page 15.
Connecting Multiple Audio/Video Sources to Slingbox
All three Slingbox A/V inputs are available for use: Antenna/Cable In, S-Video In, and A/V
In. However, you can only set up one input during the initial installation of SlingPlayer. Once
you have completed the Setup Wizard for the first time, you can connect additional A/V
devices to the remaining Slingbox inputs.
If, for example, you connected your cable box or DVR to Antenna/Cable In on Slingbox, you
can later connect a DVD player to A/V In and switch between these two inputs while using
SlingPlayer.
A/V In
S-Video In
Antenna/Cable
In
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Important
If you plan to connect an A/V source to both A/V In and S-Video In, you will
only receive the audio signal from the source to which the A/V cable is
connected. However, you can use one of these combinations and receive both
audio and video:
• Antenna/Cable In and A/V In, or
• Antenna/Cable In and S-Video In (along with the red and white audio from
the A/V cable).
Connecting Another A/V Device
1. Connect the additional TV source or other A/V device to the available Slingbox input.
Important
If you connect an external A/V device, you must also attach the extra emitter
from the IR control cable to the front of the device so it can be controlled.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Start SlingPlayer.
Select Slingbox > Properties.
In the Slingbox Configuration tab, click Change within the Audio/Video Setup category.
Click Next to go to the Connection to Your Slingbox screen.
Select the input to which you connected the new source and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Switching Between A/V Inputs
While streaming from your Slingbox, select Video Input from Slingbox menu and then choose the input to which you want to switch. SlingPlayer switches
to the input you selected and displays the appropriate remote control.
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Connecting the IR Control Cable
The IR control cable allows Slingbox to act as a universal remote, controlling the device you connect
to Slingbox. It works with your cable/satellite box, DVR, and many other devices.
Place your Slingbox close enough to your device so the IR control cable can be attached to the front
of your device.
1. Connect the IR control cable to the IR connector on Slingbox. Make sure to firmly insert the
cable connector so the cable’s plastic covering meets the back of Slingbox. It clicks in when
fully inserted. Check this connection before continuing.
2. Place the emitter ends of the cable on the top and bottom of the device so they point at its IR
sensor. Make sure they extend out far enough to send a signal to your device.
3. Continue to connect Slingbox to the network. See “Connecting Slingbox to your Home Network”
on page 21.
Finding the IR Sensor
The infrared sensor is on the front of the device, usually behind a dark, sometimes reddish plastic
window. If you don’t see the sensor, shine a flashlight through the window and look for a small bulb,
similar to the one on the end of the emitters.
• Once you are sure you have placed an emitter correctly, remove the adhesive covering and affix the emitter so it extends out far enough to send a signal
to your device.
Important
When you install SlingPlayer software, the Setup Wizard attempts to
communicate with your device using the IR control cable. Make sure you place
the emitters over the infrared sensor on your device before you install
SlingPlayer. If the Setup Wizard is not controlling your device, you may need to
adjust the position of the emitters. You may want to wait to affix the emitters
until after you install SlingPlayer.
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Connecting Slingbox to your Home Network
Slingbox works with any high-speed Internet connection or broadband home network. You must have a
router to use Slingbox. Slingbox comes with an Ethernet cable. If it’s not long enough to reach your
router, you can use a longer cable, or one of the optional connections. See “Optional Networking
Connections” on page 104.
What you need to get started:
• A high-speed Internet connection using a cable or DSL modem if you plan to view your Slingbox
remotely.
• A router, so Slingbox and your computer can access the Internet separately.
See “Optional Networking Connections” on page 104 if your Slingbox is not within Ethernet cable reach
of your router.
1. Connect the supplied Ethernet cable to the Network connector on Slingbox.
2. Connect the other end to an available port on your router or a nearby Ethernet jack.
3. You now need to power-up Slingbox, see “Powering-up your Slingbox” on page 22.
Or
Cable TV/Internet source
Splitter
Modem
Router
Slingbox
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Powering-up your Slingbox
Connect the supplied power adapter to Slingbox and to an electrical outlet. When
plugged in, the Power light on the front of Slingbox comes on, and then the
lights on the front of Slingbox will blink a few times as Slingbox starts up.
The Network light remains on if Slingbox successfully received an IP address
(your router recognizes Slingbox as a new device on your network). If both the
power and network lights are on, you are ready to install the software.
Before you install SlingPlayer,
• Ensure your computer is connected to the same router as Slingbox. See
“Multiple Routers In Your Home” on page 95 for more information.
• Ensure your cable box, satellite receiver, or DVR is ON and set to live
television (not recording a programme), and no menu is on your TV screen.
• Check to see if the Power and Network lights are switched on.
You now can install SlingPlayer. See Chapter 3: “Installing SlingPlayer”.
Power
Network
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If these two lights
are on, you’re
ready to install
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3: Installing SlingPlayer
Once Slingbox is connected and the two green lights on it are on, you are ready to install SlingPlayer, which
you will use to watch your Slingbox. This chapter provides an overview of the installation process. Click
Help at the bottom of each screen if you need assistance during setup.
Important
The Setup Wizard and SlingPlayer automatically discover Slingbox on
your network. Certain personal firewall security software may block
this process.
If you have security software installed on your computer, SlingPlayer may have trouble communicating with
Slingbox. If this occurs, you need to change your security software settings to allow Slingbox as a device on
your network.
See “Firewall Security Software Blocking SlingPlayer Use” on page 93 for information about adjusting the
settings for some common firewall software. The Setup Wizard help screens also provide some guidance.
Refer to the documentation that comes with your security software for complete instructions.
In this chapter, you can find:
• Installing SlingPlayer on your
PC on page 25
• SlingPlayer Application Setup
on page 26
• IR Control Setup on page 39
• Name and Password Setup on
page 37
• Remote Viewing Setup on
page 41
• Registering Your Slingbox on
page 46
See Chapter Two for...
• Instructions on connecting
Slingbox to your TV source
and your network.
See Chapter Four for...
• Getting to know the
SlingPlayer, SlingRemote,
SlingStream, and so on.
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About the Software Installation
You will be guided through setting up Slingbox to work with your television source and your home network. If you are a cable/satellite box or DVR user, it
may be helpful to know the model number.
Free Slingbox Finder service
Having to remember IP addresses can be a significant obstacle if you want to access your home files, media, or Slingbox on a regular basis. Beyond just
discovering your IP address numbers, you may also be faced with the problem of varying (dynamic) IP addresses. Sling Media provides a free service that
uniquely identifies your Slingbox. It is recommended that you take advantage of this easy-to-use ID service.
Using the Slingbox Finder ID, SlingPlayer automatically “finds” your Slingbox regardless of the location from where you are trying to connect.
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Installing SlingPlayer on your PC
Follow these steps to install the software for your Slingbox.
1. Navigate to the folder containing SlingPlayerSetup.exe. Double click to
start the installation wizard.
2. Follow the on-screen steps to complete setup. If you connected the cables
correctly, the video from your television source displays during setup.
Recheck your connections if you don’t see the video. Make sure all the
cables are securely fastened.
The first part of the installation installs SlingPlayer on your computer. Follow
the Wizard screens to complete the installation.
1. This is the first screen you will see. Click Next to begin the installation.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
There is a software license agreement that you must accept to continue with
the installation.
Also, choose the destination folder where SlingPlayer will reside. It defaults
to the same location as other programs installed on your computer. Once
the installation is complete, the Wizard places a shortcut to SlingPlayer on
your desktop. This is what you will double-click to watch your Slingbox.
2. Click Finish to exit the installation Wizard and continue with SlingPlayer’s
setup process, described on the following pages.
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SlingPlayer Application Setup
There are five key steps to the setup:
1. Setup Type. Here you need to select whether you are setting-up SlingPlayer and Slingbox for the first time or you are upgrading/reinstalling
SlingPlayer.
2. Audio/Video Setup. If you properly connected the cables, you will see the video from your TV source on the setup screens. Refer to the Quick Setup
Guide or click Help if you don’t see the video. Make sure you connected the cables properly. The audio/video setup includes identifying what you
connected to Slingbox and which cables you used. See “Audio/Video Settings” on page 69.
3. IR (infrared) Control Setup. If you connected a cable box, satellite receiver, or DVR, you will select its remote code so Slingbox can control the device
using the supplied IR control cable. Be sure that the IR control cable is fully inserted into the Slingbox IR connector and that you have placed the
emitters over the IR sensor on your device before completing these screens. “IR Control Setup” on page 39.
4. Name and Password Setup. You can create a name for your Slingbox, which is helpful if you have more than one. You can also set a password to
watch your Slingbox, as well as an administrator password, which is used to change your Slingbox settings. See “Name and Password Setup” on page 37.
5. Remote Viewing Setup. To view your Slingbox remotely, your router needs to provide access to your Slingbox from outside of your home network. It
uses a technology called UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) to automatically set up your router. You can manually configure your router if UPnP does not
work. See “Remote Viewing Setup” on page 41.
Tip
Online help is available at all steps of the process. Click Help at the bottom of
each screen if you need assistance.
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Setup Type
1. Click the top button to set up your Slingbox for the first time.
OR
Click the bottom button if you have previously set up your Slingbox.
2. Click Next on the “Welcome” screen and follow the on-screen instructions.
Checking for Updates
If you selected Click here to set up your Slingbox for the first time in the previous
screen, the wizard will check for updates. This is to ensure that you have the latest
software.
1. Click Check For Updates Now!. Click Next, after the updation process.
Selecting Your Slingbox
The wizard will search the network for a Slingbox. If it finds more than one Slingbox, you
will have to select the one you are configuring.
1. Select your Slingbox you want to configure from the list.
2. Click Next. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Audio/Video Setup
If you properly connected the cables from your television source to Slingbox, and connected
Slingbox to your router, you will see the video from your TV source on the setup screens.
Refer to the Quick Setup Guide or click Help if you don’t see the video. Make sure the outputs
from your television source are connected to the inputs on Slingbox.
Click Next to continue. The settings for your Slingbox are loaded.
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Location of Your Slingbox
1. Select the location of your Slingbox from the list.
2. Click Next.
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Connection Type
It’s important to indicate how you connected your television or other A/V source to Slingbox.
The S-Video connection provides the best video quality. If your television source has an
available S-Video output, you should take advantage of the superior video quality it delivers.
If you see video but don’t hear the audio, or vice versa, you may have wrongly connected the
cables. Make sure what you choose on this screen matches the cables you used to connect
your Slingbox.
1. Select your connection type from the list. Depending on the selection, the wizard
determines what needs to be configured.
2. Click Next.
Tip
All three Slingbox A/V inputs are available for use: Antenna/Cable In, S-Video
In, and A/V In. However, you can only set up one input during the initial
installation of SlingPlayer. Once you have completed the Setup Wizard for the
first time, you can connect additional A/V devices to the remaining Slingbox
inputs.
If, for example, you connected your cable box or DVR to Antenna/Cable In on Slingbox, you can later connect a DVD player to A/V In and switch
between these two inputs while using SlingPlayer.
See “Connecting Multiple Audio/Video Sources to Slingbox” on page 18 for information on setting up additional inputs after the initial software
installation.
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Audio/Video Settings
The default audio and video settings are typically ideal for most computers when watching
your TV using SlingPlayer. However, for the best possible viewing experience, the audio and
video signal from your television source or other A/V device may need a slight adjustment
when you watch your Slingbox.
Note
You can adjust these settings can only after installing SlingPlayer. To access this
screen, select Slingbox > Properties. Click Audio/Video Setup in the Slingbox
Configuration tab. See “Audio/Video Settings” on page 69.
Video Adjustments. Here is where you can adjust the video picture coming from your
Slingbox. Adjusting these Slingbox settings does not change your television or external device's
audio/video settings. However, every user who watches this Slingbox views it with the
adjusted settings.
•
•
•
•
Brightness: darken or brighten the video.
Contrast: adjust the difference between the light and dark areas of the video picture.
Saturation: increase or decrease the intensity of the video colour.
Hue: adjust the balance between the red and green picture levels.
Note
Your computer's video driver can also affect the video appearance. Refer to your
computer's help for information about adjusting its video settings.
Audio Adjustment. Volume: adjust the volume of SlingPlayer. The Volume is set to an ideal level by default. If you need to adjust the volume on this
screen, it is recommended that you change your computer and speaker volume levels.
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Video Connections to your Slingbox
If you have connected an RF cable to your Slingbox, choose one of the following options.
1. Select one of the following options:
• Choose External box if you connected a set-top box or other device (for example, a
satellite receiver or digital cable set-top box) to Slingbox. See “Connecting a Cable Box,
Satellite Receiver, or a DVR” on page 14.
• Choose Internal tuner if you connected an antenna or analogue cable directly to
Antenna/Cable In on Slingbox. See “Connection Type” on page 30.
2. Click Next after making a selection.
Tip
Select Mute Audio to mute the audio during setup.
Note
If you plan to use a coaxial (RF) cable as an input to Slingbox (DVD, video
player), you must indicate the channel your device outputs the RF signal.
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TV Tuner Setup
If you chose Internal Tuner in the Video Selection screen, you need to select the TV source.
Slingbox also scans and makes a list of all the available channels from the selected source.
1. Select the source connected to your Slingbox.
• Antenna. This refers to the metallic device that can receive signals transmitted by a TV
station. It is also known as an aerial or rabbit ears.
• Cable. Cable refers to the analogue cable connection that does not include a set-top box.
2. Click Scan TV Channels. You will need to wait for a few seconds while Slingbox
determines the available channels. You’ll see the progress as Slingbox cycles through all
possible channels. After the scan, Slingbox will display the number of channels found.
3. Click Next to view the lineup.
4. You can manually adjust the tuned frequency of a channel, by selecting the channel and
clicking either Tune Up or Tune Down.
If you want to exclude a channel, clear the corresponding Ch. selection box.
If you want to revert to the original settings, click Back, and click Scan TV Channels.
Click Next.
5. Click Next to save your settings and then click Finish.
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Television Source
If you connected an external device to Slingbox, choose the type on this screen.
It’s important that you choose the correct device and brand so its remote control code can be
used by Slingbox. Using the IR control cable, Slingbox will test the communication with your
device.
Also, SlingPlayer’s remote control, SlingRemote, displays the buttons for the device you
connected to your Slingbox. If you connected a DVR, you can play your recorded
programmes and control the action. You can even schedule recordings right from SlingPlayer.
Continue to select the brand of the video source. See “Device Brand” on page 35.
Note
If you want to disable a port, select Nothing. Nothing disables an input for
your Slingbox. Use this option if you disconnected an input source from your
Slingbox and want to keep it free for future use.
Tip
If your device fits into more than one category, try the most-likely choice first.
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Device Brand
You need to select the brand of the video source. This screen will be displayed only if you
selected a Composite or an S-Video cable during setup.
Slingbox needs to know the brand of the video source for the IR feature to work properly.
Along with the brand, it also needs the control code which you will configure in the next
screen.
1. Select the brand of the connected device from the list.
2. Click Next.
Continue to select the IR control code of the video source. See “Control Code” on
page 36.
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Control Code
You need to set the control code for the IR feature to work. The type of device and the brand
must be correct for the remote to work.
This screen will be displayed only if you selected a Composite or an S-Video cable during
setup.
Ensure your IR control cable is attached and the emitter is placed near the IR input of the
device.
1.
•
•
•
Select a code from the list and click Power.
If your DVD player switches off, the code you selected is correct.
If it did not switch off, try the next code.
If none of them work, visit http://www.slingmedia.com/support and use the keywords
“IR Control Code” to search for the complete list of devices and their Alternative Code.
Enter the relevant Alternative code in the box.
2. Click Next.
Continue to name and assign user and administrator passwords for your Slingbox. See
“Name and Password Setup” on page 37.
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Name and Password Setup
Assigning a Name
Give your Slingbox a catchy name, if you like, or use the provided name of “My Slingbox.” If
you have more than one Slingbox in your home, give each a unique name so they’re easily
recognized.
Click Next after you name your Slingbox.
Tip
Name your Slingbox “Fester Bestertester” if you’re not into the whole brevity
thing.
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Assigning Passwords
Slingbox offers two levels of password protection. You must enter each password a second
time to verify the entry.
• The first password restricts the viewers of your Slingbox. Each time you want to view your
Slingbox, you will need to type this password.
• The Administrator password is used if you want change the settings associated with your
Slingbox.
Note
The user password and the Administrator password cannot be identical.
Note
If you forget your passwords, you need to reset your Slingbox. Refer “Restoring
Slingbox to Factory Settings” on page 106.
Continue to configure your IR controls if you selected co-axial/RF in one of the previous
screens. See “IR Control Setup” on page 39.
OR
Continue to configure remote viewing if you selected s-video or composite in one of the previous screens. See “Remote Viewing Setup” on page 41.
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IR Control Setup
Slingbox attempts to communicate with your external device on this screen (the device
connected using the co-axial/RF cable only) using the supplied IR control cable. The test is
performed using a button that will communicate with your device.
Click the button beneath the video window to test the IR connection. Click Next to continue
to the next screen if your device responded properly.
If the test does not work:
• Make sure you securely attached the IR control cable to Slingbox. The cable clicks in when
fully inserted.
If the IR control cable is not securely attached, Slingbox will not be able to communicate
with your devices.
• Make sure the emitter ends of the IR control cable point at your device’s IR sensor.
• Make sure you selected the correct television source. Click Back to return to the previous
screen to confirm your selection.
Tip
If your device uses the Power button as a test, be sure to click Power again to
turn it back on.
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Changing Channels
There are a few fine-tuning features on this screen, so it’s important that you complete the
ones that relate to your television source. It is possible, that Slingbox is sending the commands
too fast or too slow. For example, if you want to change to channel ‘135’ and only ‘15’ is
recognized. This page can rectify that error.
Enter or select a channel beneath the video window and then click Change Channel to test
your settings. If the channel does not change, adjust the settings and try again.
Select The Slingbox changed to the correct channel if the channel changed correctly, and
then click Next.
Continue to configure remote viewing. See “Remote Viewing Setup” on page 41.
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Remote Viewing Setup
If you plan to watch your Slingbox outside of your home network, say from a hotel room in
Beijing, check the box on this screen and continue to configure your router. See “Configuring
your Router” on page 42.
Otherwise, click Next to conclude setup. See “You’re Good To Go” on page 45.
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Configuring your Router
If you enabled remote viewing in the previous screen, you need to configure your router.
To watch your Slingbox remotely, a “port” must be opened on your router. Opening a port is
often called “port forwarding.” When opened, a port allows access to a device on your local
network (Slingbox) from outside.
There are three ways to set up your router from this screen. Choose the one that best fits your
needs.
• Fully-Automatic UPnP works great if you’d rather have SlingPlayer take care of the
router setup for you.
• Semi-Automatic UPnP attempts to use UPnP but gives you the option of assigning your
own IP address and port number.
• Manual Router Setup. If you select manual, you need to assign an IP address and port
number that Slingbox will use. This is an advanced feature, and should only be used if you
know how to assign these options.
Important
Ensure UPnP is enabled on your router. Though many routers support this, this
option is usually disabled.
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Port Forwarding
Click “Help set up port forwarding on my router” to be taken to the Sling Media port
forwarding setup process, which helps you configure your router by make and model. Follow
the on-screen steps and then return to the setup process.
Once you find your router's setup screen, you will need to enter the port number and IP
address displayed under “Your Slingbox Information.” Consult your manufacturer's user
manual or Web site for more information on configuring port forwarding.
If port forwarding is successful after you click “Help set up port forwarding on my router,”
select the check box “Ready to continue and test remote viewing” below the video window,
and then click Next to continue.
You can also select the check box if port forwarding was previously set up on your router, or if
you would rather set up port forwarding later.
Important
See “Troubleshooting Remote Viewing Setup” on page 92 if you are unable to
set up remote viewing.
Opening Ports
By default, the security features on many routers prevent access to the devices on your home network from the Internet. To open a port, you need to enable
“port forwarding” on your router. Router administration screens can vary, but typically, you would do the following to open a port:
1. Using your Web browser, access your router’s administration screens by entering your router’s IP address in the browser’s Address field (where you
usually enter URLs). This IP address is probably in the documentation that comes with your router.
2. Find the screen that allows you to set port forwarding. It may be within an advanced section called “Port Forwarding,” “Forwarding,” “Address
Translation,” “NAT Table,” “SUA/NAT,” “Virtual Servers” or “Port Mapping.”
3. Add a new port and enter the port number for your Slingbox. The Setup Wizard attempts to use port 5001 by default. However, if another device on
your network is using port 5001, make sure Slingbox uses an unassigned port. It is recommended that you choose a number higher than 5000 for
Slingbox.
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4. Enter your Slingbox IP address in an available IP address field. To find the IP address, start SlingPlayer and move your mouse over the name of your
Slingbox.
5. Enable TCP (required) and UDP (optional) on the router administration screen.
6. If you see an “Add Service” button within your router’s administration screens, click it and name the new service “Slingbox.”
Example of a new port entry for Slingbox on a typical router
Note
Your Slingbox IP address may be different from the one in this example.
Important
Make sure to leave your router on at all times.
If you use multiple routers, see “Multiple Routers In Your Home” on page 95.
For example, if your cable company gave you a modem/router combo and you
hooked up your regular router to it, you might experience problems.
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You’re Good To Go
This is the final setup screen. Click Finish to complete the setup process. See Chapter 5:
“Using SlingPlayer”.
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Registering Your Slingbox
Registering your Slingbox is important because it can improve your support experience. After registration, the support team at Sling Media can identify you
faster. Sling Media also gives out freebies and goodies at times.
To register your Slingbox:
1. In SlingPlayer, select Slingbox > Registration.
The Sling Media registration page opens in your browser. If this does not happen, navigate to http://www.slingmedia.com/support/registration.php.
2. Update the page with your contact, purchase, usage, and Slingbox details.
How do I locate my Slingbox serial number?
You can find your Slingbox serial number on the underside.
How do I locate my Slingbox Finder ID?
1. Select Slingbox > Slingbox Directory.
The Slingbox Directory screen appears.
2. Select the required Slingbox and click Edit
Properties.
The Slingbox Properties screen appears.
3. The Slingbox Finder ID is located in the
Connections tab under the Slingbox ID
section.
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4: Getting to Know SlingPlayer
SlingPlayer is a simple application that lets you watch your TV on a PC. This chapter will help you get to
know the application and the various UI components.
SlingPlayer User Interface
SlingPlayer can be customized using skins and so the screenshots shown here could differ from your
application. We have used SlingPlayer 1.0 Classic skin for all examples. See “Skins” on page 75 for
information on how to change skins.
The figure below shows the basic layout of the SlingPlayer. For information pertaining to each control, see
“SlingPlayer Controls” on page 48.
Slingbox User Guide
In this chapter, you can find:
• SlingPlayer User Interface on
page 47
• SlingStream on page 55
See Chapter Three for...
• Instructions on installing the
software for your Slingbox.
See Chapter Five for...
• Instructions on using
SlingPlayer.
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Window Controls
Slingbox Name
Status Display
Buffer
Control Mode Indicator
SlingPlayer Options
Favourite Channels
Streaming
Bitrate
Start/Stop
Remote Control
Volume Slider
Mute/Unmute
SlingPlayer Controls
The table below describes the various controls and their function.
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Table 1: SlingPlayer Controls
Control
Function
Slingbox Name
The name of the Slingbox that you’re watching. See “Watching your TV using Slingbox” on page 57.
Status Display
This area provides information on the state of the SlingPlayer.
“Starting stream” appears briefly while connecting to your Slingbox. There may be a connection problem if it
remains visible for a long period.
Refer to the SlingPlayer Help screens for more information.
“Locating” appears briefly while connecting to your Slingbox. There may be a connection problem if it remains
visible for a long period. Refer to the SlingPlayer Help screens for more information.
“Not connected” displays when the SlingPlayer is not started.
“Streaming” displays as the SlingPlayer is working normally.
“Optimising” displays as the SlingPlayer reacts to your network conditions. It automatically improves video
quality.
“Pending” displays while the SlingPlayer is sending commands to Slingbox. The number displayed is the number
of commands that still need to be sent.
“Controlling” displays when the SlingPlayer is in Control Mode.
Control Mode
The SlingStream Control Mode technology gives you rapid response when you are changing channels or
otherwise controlling your cable/satellite box or DVR. It provides faster response time but may result in
temporary jittery video. Be sure to turn Control Mode off when you’re done by clicking the icon.
Favourite Channels
If you have certain channels or commands that you frequently watch, you can easily add them as favourites,
creating a shortcut to the channel or command with one click. There are several channels and commands
provided from which to choose. You can also use your own custom picture as a channel logo. See “Favourites”
on page 80.
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Table 1: SlingPlayer Controls
Control
Function
Start/Stop
Start and stop streaming from your Slingbox. If you have more than one Slingbox in your directory, you will be
prompted to choose one.
Remote Control
Display or hide the SlingPlayer remote control.
Window Controls
Dock, minimize, close, or view the SlingPlayer full screen. See “SlingPlayer Window Controls” on page 51.
Buffer
The buffer shows the current streaming “health.” When the buffer is full, your network conditions are stable.
SlingPlayer Options
SlingStream continually monitors the end-to-end Internet bandwidth between your TV or video source and your
viewing location, making on the spot adjustments to provide a constant video stream. It automatically adjusts the
video stream to work within the bandwidth that is available at any given time. You can also manually fine-tune
SlingStream. See “Encoding Settings” on page 73.
Streaming Bitrate
This represents the video bitrate. Select View > Show Statistics. You can then click on the bitrate to show the
streaming framerate.
Volume Slider
Click and drag the volume control button, or click on either side of the button to adjust the volume. You can
change this when the volume is muted.
Mute
Click to mute and unmute the volume.
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SlingPlayer Window Controls
SlingPlayer lets you watch your TV in a variety of ways. The table below describes the controls
and their usage.
Table 2: SlingPlayer Window Controls
Window
Control
Dock Right
Minimize
Close
Maximize
Usage
Dock Left
Moves the SlingBar to the left side of your screen.
Dock Right
Moves the SlingBar to the right side of your screen.
Minimize
Minimizes SlingPlayer to a button on the Windows
taskbar.
Maximize
Displays the SlingPlayer so it fills the entire computer
screen.
Close
Closes SlingPlayer.
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Slingbox Directory
The Slingbox Directory lists the available Slingbox
connections in your network. The following table describes
the various states and icons of the Slingbox Directory.
Table 3: Slingbox Directory
Icon
Slingbox
Name
Icon
Description
A house on top of a Slingbox icon
represents a local Slingbox. One that is on
your home network.
Type
(Status)
An arrow on top of a Slingbox icon
represents a remote Slingbox. One that
you access over the Internet.
A red Slingbox represents a Slingbox that
is in use. Connecting to this will disconnect
the other user.
A grey Slingbox represents a Slingbox that
is available.
A blue Slingbox represents the Slingbox
that you are currently connected.
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SlingRemote
The SlingPlayer remote control displays the buttons for the device you
connected to your Slingbox. If you connected a DVR, you can play your
recorded programmes and control the action. You can even schedule
recordings right from the SlingPlayer. Use the SlingRemote to control
whatever you connect to Slingbox. See “Using SlingRemote” on page 58.
The SlingRemote shown here is for a generic DVR. The one you use could
differ.
A. Menu and Guide Access. Use your cable box, satellite receiver or DVR
menus and guides.
Enable Control Mode
Scroll through each
remote panel
All the remote
buttons for
your device in
one location.
B. Surf Channels. Tune to a channel while you’re watching live television. If
you resized the remote control to a narrow view, click the left or right arrow
buttons to scroll through each separate remote control section. The remote is
grouped in logical order.
C. Control the Action. Familiar playback options for your recorded
programmes and live action. Play, pause, skip ahead and back, fast forward,
and rewind. You’re in control of your DVR wherever you go. Click on the
Remote menu to access all of the remote controls for your device. You can
even schedule recordings on your DVR right from the SlingPlayer.
Important
The SlingRemote might look slightly different, depending on
the device you connected to your Slingbox. If you’re not sure
what a button does, move your mouse over the button for a
description.
Note
If certain buttons are missing from SlingRemote, try the
Remote drop-down menu.
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Control Mode
The SlingStream Control Mode technology gives you rapid response when you are changing channels, controlling your cable/satellite box, or fast
forwarding your DVR. It provides faster response time but may result in temporary jittery video.
• Automatic (default): When you select any remote control button, Slingbox automatically toggles into and out of Control Mode to give you fast
response.
• Manual: If you click
on Sling Remote, your Slingbox will remain in Control Mode until you click it again. This is helpful when you are spending a lot
of time controlling a device, such as rewinding a video. See “Preferences” on page 79.
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SlingStream
SlingStream is the proprietary streaming technology of Sling Media. Slingbox uses SlingStream to stream content to the SlingPlayer. The SlingStream
addresses varying network conditions in order to optimize your video playback experience.
SlingStream automatically provides the best possible video experience at any given time, although you can also manually change the settings on the
SlingPlayer options window and the Slingbox properties window.
Note
In the initial streaming process, you may notice jittery video as SlingStream is optimizing and adjusting
the stream. See “Preferences” on page 79 and “Control Mode” on page 54.
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This section deals with the watching TV on your PC, on a home network as well as remotely. It will also
discuss how to use your remote control and the different viewing options on your PC.
Watching your TV using Slingbox
Watching your Slingbox at home is as easy as starting SlingPlayer and pressing start.
Starting SlingPlayer
To start your SlingPlayer:
1. Double click the Launch SlingPlayer shortcut on your desktop.
SlingPlayer starts.
2. If you have only one Slingbox, click Start.
Enter the password, if required, and you will be watching TV right away.
3. If you have more than one Slingbox, the Slingbox directory opens.
4. Select the Slingbox you want to view.
5. Click Watch. Voila!
See “Adding Another Slingbox to Your Directory” on page 67.
See “SlingPlayer User Interface” on page 47 for more information.
In this chapter, you can find:
• Watching your TV using
Slingbox on page 57
• Using SlingRemote on page 58
• Viewing Options on page 59
• Using Multiple Slingbox
Audio/Video Inputs on
page 64
• Viewing Your Slingbox
Remotely on page 65
• Adding Another Slingbox to
Your Directory on page 67
See Chapter Four for...
• Getting to know the
SlingPlayer, SlingRemote,
SlingStream, and so on.
See Chapter Six for...
• Instructions on customizing
your SlingPlayer.
Note
If someone else is watching the Slingbox, you can transfer the
stream to your PC if you have logged in with the Administrator
password, or you can provide it when prompted.
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Using SlingRemote
Use the SlingRemote as you would use your physical remote control for a particular device. The
SlingRemote changes with the device currently in use. For example, if you are using your DVD player,
the SlingRemote will look, and function like your DVD player’s remote. Or, if you are using your DVR,
the SlingRemote will look and function like your DVR’s physical remote. There is no new learning
required to use the SlingRemote.
To use the SlingRemote:
1. Click
on SlingPlayer to display the remote control.
2. Use the buttons as you normally would with your physical remote control.
See “SlingRemote” on page 53 for more information.
Control
Mode
The SlingRemote is designed to quickly respond to your remote control button presses. However, you Remote
Control
may notice a slight delay between the time you press a button and the actual change in the video. See
“Control Mode” on page 54.
Tip
You can also use the arrow buttons on your keyboard to
navigate. Also, Most SlingPlayer menu items and buttons have
their own keyboard shortcut. To view a button or menu
shortcut, move your mouse pointer over the item.
Control Mode
SlingPlayer is equipped with a feature called the Control Mode. What this does is, it lets you switch between channels faster. You can also use this if you are
rewinding your VCR.
To change to/from Control Mode:
1. Click
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Viewing Options
A convenient way to watch TV and work at the same time! As you use SlingPlayer, you may want to “dock” the video
and SlingRemote on one side of your computer screen. For example, you’re surfing the Web or writing an e-mail and
want to watch TV at the same time. The window icons in the upper right corner of SlingPlayer are designed with this
in mind.
Keyboard shortcuts are also available to quickly move SlingPlayer around the screen. Move your mouse over an icon
or button to see its equivalent shortcut.
The different viewing options are:
•
•
•
•
Window
Dock Left
Dock Right
Full Screen
Windowed Mode
Windowed viewing is the default mode of SlingPlayer. When you start SlingPlayer, it starts in this mode.
To restore window viewing:
1. Click on SlingPlayer.
SlingPlayer changes to the windowed mode.
See Table 1, “Different SlingPlayer Viewing Modes,” on page 61.
Minimized Mode
If you are only listening to SlingPlayer, your CD collection or the commentary of a basket ball game, you can minimize
SlingPlayer to the Windows task bar.
To minimize SlingPlayer:
1. Click on SlingPlayer.
SlingPlayer minimizes to a button on the Windows task bar. Click the SlingPlayer task bar button to restore it.
See Table 1, “Different SlingPlayer Viewing Modes,” on page 61.
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Docked Mode
If you have another application open and is displayed full-screen on your computer, click the Dock Left or Dock Right Window control icon to resize
SlingPlayer. This is called the SlingBar. The video and all your controls are aligned for quick access. The width of the SlingBar is adjustable by clicking and
dragging on the edge of the SlingBar window. See “SlingPlayer User Interface” on page 47.
To dock left/dock right SlingPlayer:
1. Click on SlingPlayer to dock left or click to dock right.
SlingPlayer docks to the side of the screen and your other windows are resized.
See Table 1, “Different SlingPlayer Viewing Modes,” on page 61.
Full Screen Mode
If you want to watch TV to the fullest — no mails to send, no documents to update — you can watch in full screen.
To enable full-screen viewing:
1. Click on SlingPlayer.
SlingPlayer maximizes and hides all other windows.
See Table 1, “Different SlingPlayer Viewing Modes,” on page 61.
If SlingBar remains on the screen and you don’t want it:
1. Click
on SlingPlayer to toggle between automatically showing and hiding the controls.
2. If the controls are hidden, move your mouse to display the controls again.
Note
With the pin ‘pushed in’, SlingPlayer always shows the controls
on the screen.
Resizing SlingPlayer and SlingRemote
SlingPlayer and the SlingRemote can be resized to whatever size you choose.
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To resize SlingPlayer or the SlingRemote:
1. Click and drag from the right, corner, or bottom.
2. You can move the remote to anywhere on your computer screen or ‘snap’ it to either side of SlingPlayer. If you do this, you can move SlingPlayer along
with the SlingRemote by clicking and dragging the top of SlingPlayer.
Table 1: Different SlingPlayer Viewing Modes
SlingPlayer in the windowed mode
SlingBar docked to the left
SlingPlayer in full screen with controls
SlingPlayer minimized
SlingBar docked to the right
SlingPlayer in full screen without controls
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Listening Options
SlingPlayer PC supports bilingual audio streams. In a bilingual audio stream, the left audio channel streams one language and the right audio channel
another. When you choose to listen to a bilingual stream, SlingPlayer PC plays one stream in both audio channels — left and right. The following table
details the audio options. Let’s take the case of a bilingual transmission of a Japanese TV show where the left stream has Japanese audio and the right stream
has English Audio.
Table 2: Listening Options
Option
Left Channel
Right Channel
—
Japanese
English
Stereo
Japanese
English
Left Channel
Japanese
Japanese
Right Channel
English
English
Mono
Japanese + English
Japanese + English
Icon
—
To change the listening options:
1. Select Player > Audio > the required option.
Note
If your audio seems garbled, it could be possible that you are
listening to a bilingual stream in either stereo or mono mode.
Switch to Left Audio or Right Audio.
Audio Only
You can also choose to stream only the audio (without video). This is useful when you are streaming in low bandwidth conditions or when you are listening
to music and do not want to clog the network.
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To listen in audio only mode:
1. Select Player > Audio >Audio Only.
The main SlingPlayer screen is replaced by an image of a speaker and only the audio is streamed.
Muting Audio
If you only want to watch the video without the audio, then you must mute the audio.
To mute audio:
1. Select Player > Audio > Mute Audio.
The main SlingPlayer screen is replaced by an image of a speaker and only the audio is streamed.
Alternatively, you can also click the speaker icon on SlingPlayer PC.
To unmute audio:
1. Select Player > Audio > Mute Audio.
The check mark next to Mute Audio will disappear.
Alternatively, you can also click the speaker icon on SlingPlayer PC.
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Using Multiple Slingbox Audio/Video Inputs
Your Slingbox can support a maximum of three A/V inputs: Antenna/Cable In, S-Video In, and A/V In. However, you can only set up one input during
the initial installation of SlingPlayer. Once you have completed the Setup Wizard for the first time, you can connect additional A/V devices to the remaining
Slingbox inputs.
If, for example, you connected your cable box or DVR to Antenna/Cable In on Slingbox, you can later connect a DVD player to A/V In and switch
between these two inputs while using SlingPlayer.
See “Connecting Another A/V Device” on page 19 for installation instructions.
Switching Between Inputs
1. While streaming from your Slingbox, select Slingbox > Video Input > the desired input.
SlingPlayer switches to the input you selected and displays the appropriate remote control.
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Viewing Your Slingbox Remotely
Remote viewing enables your Slingbox to stream content over the Internet. You can then watch your Slingbox from any place where you can access the
Internet. For this, you should have enabled remote viewing during the initial setup. If you have not, see “Network Settings” on page 77.
Important
SlingPlayer must be installed on the computer from which you
remotely want to watch your Slingbox.
To view Slingbox Remotely:
1. Double click the Launch SlingPlayer shortcut on your desktop. SlingPlayer starts.
2. Click
under the video window or select Slingbox > Slingbox Directory.
3. Select the remote Slingbox you want to watch. If you don’t see your Slingbox, you may need to add it to your directory using its Slingbox Finder ID. See
“Adding Another Slingbox to Your Directory” on page 67.
The Remote Viewing Experience
Using your Slingbox remotely is just like viewing in your home. However, the streaming quality may be affected by the traffic between the computer you’re
using and your home Slingbox, or any other Slingbox you watch.
Did you know?
As you use Slingbox, it is actually controlling your home TV
source. So, if anyone’s at home watching TV while you’re on
the road, there may be a battle over the remote.
The streaming quality—or audio and video quality—is represented by a number known as the bitrate. The bitrate of the connection is indicated in Kbps
(kilobits per second). The higher the bitrate the better the streaming quality. To see the streaming bitrate, select View > Show Statistics. You can then click
on the bitrate to show the streaming framerate.
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Slingbox Finder ID
The Slingbox Finder ID is a number that uniquely identifies your Slingbox. This ID is presented when
you first install SlingPlayer. If you install SlingPlayer on another computer, the Finder ID is what you
use to access your home Slingbox remotely. See “Free Slingbox Finder service” on page 24.
You can locate your Slingbox Finder ID within SlingPlayer if you did not write it down during the
software installation.
Locating your Slingbox Finder ID
To locate your Slingbox Finder ID:
1. Select Slingbox > Slingbox Directory.
2. Click the Slingbox you want to set up and click Edit Properties.
3. Click the Connection tab.
The Slingbox Finder ID is on this screen. Enter this number when you want to add a new Slingbox to your directory. See “Adding Another Slingbox to
Your Directory” on page 67.
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Adding Another Slingbox to Your Directory
Your home Slingbox and any other Slingbox on the local LAN are automatically added to your directory when you install SlingPlayer. You can add another
Slingbox in two ways:
• Using its Finder ID. See Adding a Slingbox Using its Finder ID on page 67
• Using a domain name or IP address. See Adding a Slingbox Using a Domain Name or IP Address on page 67
Adding a Slingbox Using its Finder ID
Finder ID is a unique number that identifies a Slingbox. To locate a Slingbox’s Finder ID, see “Locating your Slingbox Finder ID” on page 66.
To add a Slingbox to your directory using the Finder ID:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Select Slingbox > Slingbox Directory.
Click Add New Slingbox.
Enter the Finder ID of the Slingbox you want to use in the Finder ID field.
Select OK to add this Slingbox to your directory.
Adding a Slingbox Using a Domain Name or IP Address
If you’re an advanced user, you can also add a Slingbox using a domain name or IP address.
1. Select the check box beneath Direct Connection.
2. Enter the domain name or IP address as well as the port number for the Slingbox you want to add.
3. Select OK to add this Slingbox to your directory.
Note
If you decide to use an IP address, keep in mind that most ISPs
could change their customers’ IP addresses from time to time.
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You can customize your SlingPlayer to suit your needs. You can use the futuristic Gamer’s delight skin or the
vanilla classic skin. You can add favourites and create Favourite Bars so that you can access channels and
controls faster. This section also deals with other settings to suit your tastes.
Audio/Video Settings
If you change the cable
connections to your
Slingbox—for example,
switching from using the
Antenna/Cable input on
Slingbox, to the A/V input—
you must apply this change
within SlingPlayer as well. You can also set up each Slingbox input for use as well as configure the audio and
the video picture settings.
To change the Audio/Video settings of Slingbox:
1. Select Slingbox > Slingbox Directory.
The Slingbox directory opens.
2. Select the Slingbox you want to change and click Edit Properties.
The Slingbox properties window opens.
3. Select the Slingbox Configuration tab.
4. In the Audio/Video Setup section, click Change.
The Slingbox Setup Wizard starts. Follow the on-screen instructions.
5. Click Next.
6. Select the physical location of the Slingbox from the list. Click Next.
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In this chapter, you can find:
• Audio/Video Settings on
page 69
• Encoding Settings on page 73
• Skins on page 75
• Connection Settings on
page 77
• Preferences on page 79
• Favourites on page 80
• Slingbox Settings on page 86
See Chapter Five for...
• Instructions on using
SlingPlayer.
See Chapter Seven for...
• Instructions on upgrading
SlingPlayer and Slingbox.
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7. Select the input cable from the list. Click Next.
8. Adjust the audio and video to suit your needs. Click Next.
9. Select the device you have connected to your Slingbox. Click Next.
Depending on the type of device, the steps to configure the same might vary. Click Next to progress to the next screen.
10. Click Next to save your configuration.
11. Click Finish.
The wizard closes and updates the changes.
Video Options
SlingStream optimizes your viewing experience. But you can also customize it if:
• you don’t want SlingPlayer to consume more than a certain bandwidth.
• you still see a poor video quality image with SlingStream and the default options
To change the video options:
1. Select Player > SlingPlayer Options.
The Options window opens.
2. Update the following settings in the Video tab to customize your viewing experience:
• Automatic Buffering. SlingPlayer will select the appropriate buffer size based on your current
network conditions. It is recommended that you leave SlingPlayer in automatic buffer mode.
• Manual Buffering. Enter the desired buffer size, in seconds.
• Enable SlingStream smoothing. This option prevents jumpiness in the video when moving
frame to frame.
• Enable SlingStream optimizer. This helps keep the video playing smoothly, even in low
bandwidth situations.
• Enable fast start. This will allow you to enjoy video as soon as you select a Slingbox and press
Start. You can enable this only if you enable SlingStream smoothing.
• Enable High-Quality mode for at-home (LAN) viewing. Higher bandwidths can support higher quality video. Usually at-home viewing supplies
enough bandwidth to support high-quality viewing, so this box is checked by default. However, if your connection supplies less than about 500kbps,
you may see video quality problems (such as jumpy video, out-of-sync audio, or colour artifacts) and should clear the box.
• VMR options. Select the appropriate options. See “Video Mixing Renderer (VMR9)” on page 71.
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• Original Settings. If you want to discard the current changes, click this button to return to the default settings.
3. Click OK to save the changes.
Video Mixing Renderer (VMR9)
VMR9 is a video technology that may improve video performance on computers that support this feature (typically available on PCs running Microsoft®
Windows XP or later). SlingPlayer can use VMR9 only if your computer’s video card and drivers support it. By default, SlingPlayer attempts to use VMR9.
Minimum Requirements. To use VMR9, your computer must have the following requirements:
• DirectX version 9. See “Checking DirectX Version” on page 72.
• Latest video card drivers. Contact your vendor for the latest version.
• Video card acceleration level set to use VMR9. Refer the video card documentation.
VMR9 or not. Even if you have attempted all of these remedies, your computer may still not fully support VMR9. This, however, will not adversely affect
your Slingbox viewing experience. VMR9 is not a required feature to use your Slingbox. SlingPlayer delivers excellent video quality with or without it.
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Checking DirectX Version
DirectX is a collection of APIs for easily handling tasks related to
multimedia on Microsoft Windows.
To check the DirectX version:
1. Select Run from the Windows Start menu.
The Run window appears.
2. Type dxdiag and click OK.
The DirextX Diagnostic Tool appears.
3. In the System tab, note the DirectX version.
Tip
Download the latest version of DirectX from
http://www.microsoft.com/directx
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Encoding Settings
You may never need to adjust the streaming characteristics of Slingbox. However, you can fine-tune
the SlingStream based on the type of content you’re currently viewing.
To change the encoding settings:
1. Select Player > SlingPlayer Options.
The Options window opens.
2. Update the following settings in the Encoding tab to change the streaming options:
• Automatic. Select Enable SlingStream optimization. See “Automatic Encoding” on page 73.
• Manual. Select Manually adjust stream parameters. See “Manual Encoding” on page 73.
3. Click OK to save the changes.
Automatic Encoding
There are the three TV profiles to which you can optimize the streaming experience. Select the one that
suits your viewing requirement.
• Low Action: Best used when the content you are watching has little action but many details.
• Medium Action: Works best for most content, and should be your default setting.
• High Action: Use during action movies and sporting events.
Manual Encoding
If you would like to make manual adjustments to your TV viewing experience, select the Manually adjust stream parameters option. When in manual
mode, SlingStream does not actively monitor or adjust the video quality. If your network conditions vary, you may experience poor video streaming. You’ll
probably always want to use SlingStream mode, but feel free to tweak the following settings:
• Video bitrate. The higher the video bitrate the higher the quality of video.
• Video frames per second. Anything below 10 frames per second looks jumpy; above 20 looks fairly smooth.
• I-Frame interval. While streaming video over a network, compression technologies are used to only show the incremental difference between each
frame, and I-frames are used to help keep the video looking normal. When intervals are shorter, the video quality is higher but uses more bandwidth.
You may be able to increase to higher numbers and still have very good video quality.
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• Video smoothness. When video is “smoother,” action scenes appear more natural, but details are fuzzier. When video is sharper, action may be
jumpier, but more details are preserved. To maximize smoothness, move the control all the way to the left. To maximize sharpness, move the control all
the way to the right.
• Video Resolution. This is the size of the picture that is being encoded. Higher resolutions result in improved picture quality and increased bandwidth
usage.
• Audio bitrate. The higher the audio bitrate the higher the quality of audio. This setting cannot be changed while streaming.
• Required bandwidth. Here you will see the required network bandwidth to stream the video correctly based on the manual settings. If the network
conditions do not provide sufficient bandwidth, you will see the video pause from time to time as the profile you selected may be too aggressive. If you
cannot find an adequate manual setting, you may want to switch back to the SlingStream settings. This setting cannot be changed while streaming.
Tip
If you want to discard the current changes, click Original
Settings to return to the default settings.
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Skins
Yes! SlingPlayer is skinnable. A skin is a custom graphical appearance that you can apply to SlingPlayer
to suit your tastes. SlingPlayer comes with few skins. You can download more from
http://www.slingmedia.com/slingcentral. Or, if you want to create and use your own, instructions are
also provided. Get creative!
Changing Skins
Variety is the spice of life. Keep changing the skin to reflect your mood.
To change a skin:
1. Select Player > SlingPlayer Options.
The Options window opens.
2. Select the required skin in the Options tab.
A preview of the skin on your SlingPlayer appears.
3. Click Apply.
The new skin will be enabled the next time you start your SlingPlayer.
Note
You need to restart your SlingPlayer for the new skin to come
into effect.
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Adding New Skins
You need to add skins before you can use them on your SlingPlayer.
To add a new skin:
1. Select Player > SlingPlayer Options.
The Options window opens.
2. Click Sling Central in the Skins tab.
Alternatively, you can navigate to http://www.slingmedia.com/slingcentral using your web browser.
3. Download the required skin to a convenient location on your PC.
4. In the Options window, click Add.
The Import SlingPlayer Skins window opens.
5. Browse and select the skin you downloaded. Click Open.
SlingPlayer adds the new skin.
Note
It is advisable to store all your skins in the same directory.
Removing Skins
If you are bored of a particular skin, remove it. It will save you a few kilobytes.
To remove a skin:
1. Select Player > SlingPlayer Options.
The Options window opens.
2. Select the skin you want to remove in the Skins tab.
3. Click Remove.
A confirmation appears.
4. Click OK to delete the skin from your system.
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Connection Settings
Some corporations use firewalls to prevent access to certain outside resources on the Internet. If you
have trouble using your Slingbox from the office, this might be the reason. If you’re having trouble
connecting to your Slingbox, try to connect to a Web site from which video is playable. If you can’t
stream from this site, you may not be able to stream your in-home Slingbox from the office.
Additionally, some office locations use proxy servers for security between office workstations and the
Internet. If you use a proxy server to connect to the Internet, you may need to enter this information if
you are having trouble viewing your Slingbox.
To enter proxy server information:
1. Select Player > SlingPlayer Options.
The Options window opens.
2. Select the check box to enter proxy information in the Connections tab.
3. Enter the proxy server information.
This information is specific to your office network. Contact your system administrator for details.
4. Click OK to save the changes.
Note
If you want to discard the current changes, click Original
Settings to return to the default settings.
Network Settings
Follow these steps if you did not set up remote viewing when you first installed
SlingPlayer or if you would like to change your network settings.
To change the network settings:
1.
Select Slingbox > Slingbox Directory.
The Slingbox directory opens.
2. Select the Slingbox you want to change and click Edit Properties.
The Slingbox properties window opens.
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3. Select the Slingbox Configuration tab.
4. In the Network Settings section, click Change.
The Slingbox Setup Wizard starts. Follow the on-screen instructions.
5. Click Next.
6. Select the check box if you want to enable remote viewing. Click Next.
7. Select the router configuration mode. Click Next.
8. If you selected Semi-Automatic or Manual:
a. Enter the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway. Click Next.
b. Enter the Port Number. Click Next.
c. Enter the generated Slingbox information in your router’s administration screens.
9. Select Ready to continue and test remote viewing. Click Next.
10. Make a note of your Finder ID. Click Next.
11. Once the wizard verifies remote viewing, click Next.
12. Click Finish.
The wizard closes and the updates the changes.
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Preferences
The Preferences tab contains additional helpful Slingbox settings.
1. Select Player > SlingPlayer Options.
The Options window opens.
2. Update the following settings in the Preferences tab.
• Full Screen Warning. The full screen warning is displayed when you attempt to watch your
Slingbox at higher resolutions than normal TV (this is 640 pixels wide by 480 pixels high). Clear this
to stop seeing the warning.
• SlingStream Control Mode. The SlingStream Control Mode technology gives you rapid response
when you are changing channels or otherwise controlling your cable/satellite box or DVR. It
provides faster response time but may result in temporary jittery video. An alert can display to
remind you to turn Control Mode off to return to normal viewing mode.
• Video Quality Problems. SlingPlayer can detect if your video quality has problems and will alert
you. Clear this option to disable this feature.
• Reconnect Automatically. When selected, SlingPlayer starts reconnecting to the last Slingbox you
were watching whenever you launch the software. If you only have a single Slingbox, you may want
to check this for faster connections.
• Language. You can change your language settings in SlingPlayer to have them match a different
language. Select the language of your choice from the drop-down list. Select Auto selection to base the language on the language of the operating
system.
3. Click OK to save the changes.
Note
If you want to discard the current changes, click Original
Settings to return to the default settings.
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Favourites
If you have certain channels that you frequently watch, you can easily add them as favourites, creating a shortcut to the channel with one click. There are
several channels provided from which to choose. If you can’t find the right icon, use your own custom picture as a channel logo. You also can have control
buttons such as Channel Up and Channel Down in your favourites list.
SlingPlayer allows you to group your Favourite channels into Favourite Bars. You can combine all the sports channels into one Favourite Bar and the news
channels into another.
Favourite Bars
Favourite Bars can store similar favourite channels or controls. You can have as many Favourite Bars as you want.
Using Favourite Bars
To use a Favourite Bar:
1. Click on your SlingPlayer. Select a Favourite Bar from the list.
The Favourites Bar shows all the icons of that group.
Adding Favourite Bars
To add a Favourite Bar:
1. Click on your SlingPlayer. Select New from the list.
The Edit a Favourite Bar window appears.
2. Enter the name and description for the new Favourite Bar.
3. Click OK. SlingPlayer creates a new Favourite Bar.
Renaming Favourite Bars
To rename a Favourite Bar:
1. Click on your SlingPlayer. Select the Favourite Bar you want to rename from the list.
The Favourite Bar shows all the icons of that group.
2. Click again on your SlingPlayer. Select Group > Rename.
The Edit a Favourite Bar window appears.
3. Update the name and description for the Favourite Bar.
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4. Click OK. SlingPlayer updates the Favourite Bar.
Deleting Favourite Bars
To delete a Favourite Bar:
1. Click on your SlingPlayer. Select the Favourite Bar you want to delete from the list.
The favourites bar shows all the icons of that group.
2. Click again on your SlingPlayer. Select Group > Delete.
A confirmation appears.
3. Click OK to delete the Favourite Bar.
Note
When you delete a Favourite Bar, you also delete the channels
belonging to that Favourite Bar.
Exporting/Importing Favourite Bars
If you use multiple computers to access your Slingbox, you can either Import/Export your Favourite Bars in stead of recreating them.
To export a Favourite Bar:
1. Click
on your SlingPlayer. Select the Favourite Bar you want to export.
2. Click on your SlingPlayer. Select Export.
Navigate to the required folder and click Save. The Favourite Bar information is saved as a .SPF file.
To import a Favourite Bar:
1. Click on your SlingPlayer. Select Import.
The Import Favourites Bar window opens.
2. Click Browse.
Navigate to the required folder, select the .SPF file and click Open. The Favourite Bar information is imported to your player.
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Tip
You can also download predefined Favourite Bars from the Sling
Media site.
• Click Search Online in the Import Favourites Bar window.
Download the required Favourites Bars to your local
computer and then import it to SlingPlayer.
• Visit http://www.slingmedia.com/slingcentral to download
the required Favourites Bars to your local computer and then
import it to SlingPlayer.
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Adding Favourite Channels
Favourite channels heightens your viewing pleasure. With this, you don’t have to remember channel
numbers nor surf through ‘boring in-between’ channels.
To add a favourite channel:
1. Select the Favourite Bar to which you want to add the channel.
2. Click
on SlingPlayer.
The Favourites window opens.
3. Select Channel.
4. Search and select for the name of the channel. If you cannot find the icon:
• Click Custom to browse and select an appropriate icon available on your system.
• Visit http://www.slingmedia.com/slingcentral to download channel icons relevant for your country.
• Select Use channel name for button image. This will add the channel Name to the icon.
5. Enter the Name of the channel. This Name will appear as a tool tip if you mouse over the icon.
6. Enter the channel number.
7. Give a brief description of the channel.
8. Click Add. SlingPlayer adds the channel and the icon to your favourites bar.
9. Continue this process to add more favourite channels or controls. Click Close to close this window. See “Adding Favourite Controls” on page 84.
Note
Visit http://www.slingmedia.com/slingcentral to download
channel icons relevant for your country.
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Adding Favourite Controls
A favourite control button allows you to control the connected device quickly. You don’t have to use the
remote control.
To add a favourite control:
1. Select the Favourite Bar to which you want to add the channel.
2. Click
on SlingPlayer.
The Favourites window opens.
3. Select Control.
4. Search and select for the name of the control. If you cannot find the icon:
• Click Custom to browse and select an appropriate icon available on your system.
• Select Use channel name for button image. This will add the channel Name to the icon.
5. Enter the Name of the control. This Name will appear as a tool tip if you mouse over the icon.
6. Click > to select the control Command.
7. Click Add. SlingPlayer adds the control and the icon to your favourites bar.
8. Continue this process to add more favourite channels or controls. Click Close to close this window.
See “Adding Favourite Channels” on page 83.
Note
If you have a mouse with a wheel button, you can quickly scroll
through your favourite channels by pointing to the Favourites
area and moving the wheel up or down.
Tip
You can add a control not available in SlingRemote to your
favourites.
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Modifying and Removing Favourite Channels/Controls
• To remove a channel from your favourites, right-click the channel and select Remove channel.
• To make changes to a channel's settings, right-click the channel, select Modify channel and then make your changes.
• To remove all of your favourite channels, right-click any channel and select Remove all channels.
Follow the same procedures for Controls.
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Slingbox Settings
Select a unique password (user and administrator) for your Slingbox. This
will also reduce the chances of someone using your Slingbox. Here are a few
tips for creating and safeguarding your password:
• Change your password periodically.
• Don’t share your password with others.
• Don’t write your password. Think of creative ways to remember it.
• Avoid dictionary words, first names, pet’s names and so on.
• Use a good mix of letters and numbers in CaMeL cASe.
To change Slingbox Settings:
1. Select Slingbox > Slingbox Directory.
The Slingbox directory opens.
2. Select the Slingbox you want to change and click Edit Properties.
The Slingbox properties window opens.
3. Select the Slingbox Configuration tab.
4. In the Slingbox Settings section, click Change.
The Slingbox Setup Wizard starts. Follow the on-screen instructions.
5. Click Next.
6. Update your Slingbox name if required. Click Next.
7. Enter and verify the user and administrator passwords for your Slingbox. Click Next.
8. Click Finish.
The wizard closes and updates the changes.
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New versions of SlingPlayer and Slingbox firmware are periodically released. These versions could include
enhancements and/or bug-fixes. We constantly strive to improve your viewing experience.
Updating SlingPlayer
New software is available for your Slingbox from time to time. You will see a message when new software is
available. You can also manually check the website for updates.
In this chapter, you can find:
• Updating SlingPlayer on
page 87
• Updating Slingbox on page 88
See Chapter Six for...
• Instructions on customizing
your SlingPlayer.
Note
Close SlingPlayer if it’s currently in use before updating the
software.
Automatically Updating SlingPlayer
When prompted to update your SlingPlayer, follow these instructions:
1. When SlingPlayer informs you that an update is available, click Yes to download it.
The Slingbox Setup Wizard starts.
2. Click Next and follow the on-screen instructions.
3. Click Finish.
Manually Updating SlingPlayer
1. Select Help > Check for Updates.
The updates page opens in your browser.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions. Refer “Automatically Updating SlingPlayer” on page 87 for more
information.
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Updating Slingbox
From time to time, there are new firmware updates available for your Slingbox. You will be automatically prompted. You can also check for updates
manually.
Updating Slingbox Firmware Automatically
To update Slingbox firmware automatically:
1. When SlingPlayer informs you that a new version of firmware is available for your Slingbox, click Yes.
The Slingbox Setup Wizard starts.
2. Click Next.
3. Click Browse to select an alternate location for the Firmware file.
4. Select Update the firmware now. Click Next.
The Wizard downloads the updates from the Sling Media site. You can track the progress on this screen.
The Wizard then restarts your Slingbox
5. Click Next. Click Finish.
Note
It is recommended to accept default values.
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Updating Slingbox Firmware Manually
If you could not update your Slingbox when prompted, you can check for
the updates manually.
To update Slingbox firmware manually:
1. Select Slingbox > Properties.
The Slingbox properties window appears.
2. In the Slingbox Configuration tab, click Change in the Update Slingbox
Firmware section.
The Slingbox Setup Wizard starts.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions. Refer “Updating Slingbox Firmware Automatically” on page 88 for more information.
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This appendix provides additional setup and software installation information not covered in Chapters 1 and
2.
Network Connections
Follow the instructions in this appendix if the typical setup is not possible in your home, or if you want to use
optional connections that may make setup simple for you. Also, if you have more than one router in your
home, you may need to adjust your network setup to use Slingbox.
In this chapter, you can find:
• Troubleshooting Remote
Viewing Setup on page 92
• Optional Networking
Connections on page 104
• Restoring Slingbox to Factory
Settings on page 106
SlingPlayer Software Installation
The Setup Wizard and SlingPlayer application automatically discover Slingbox on your home network.
Certain personal firewall security software may block this process or categorize Slingbox as an
“intruding device.” If this occurs, you need to change your security software settings to allow Slingbox as a
device on your network. See page 93 for information about adjusting your firewall software settings.
This appendix also provides information about resetting your Slingbox to its factory settings.
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Troubleshooting Remote Viewing Setup
To view your Slingbox remotely (outside of your home network) you need to open a port on your router. During the Setup Wizard, if you selected “FullyAutomatic UPnP” mode, the software attempts to open a port on your router automatically. If you were unable to use Automatic mode or you selected
Manual mode, you must open a port on your home router prior to activating remote viewing. Read below for troubleshooting tips.
The final step of the Setup Wizard is a test that verifies remote viewing is properly
configured. If this test fails, you can:
• Try again using the current router settings. This is the best first step to solve
the problem. Occasionally the Setup Wizard does not receive confirmation from
the Slingbox Finder in sufficient time to complete the test (possibly due to
Internet traffic, local network congestion, or certain router makes/models).
Before making any changes, you should Try Again once.
• Change your router settings. While configuring your router for port
forwarding, it is possible a typo or other minor mistake was made. Click Change
Network/Router Settings to double-check the Slingbox settings and confirm
your router is properly configured for port forwarding. See “Optional
Networking Connections” on page 104.
• Disable remote viewing. If you want to enjoy your Slingbox within the home
and configure remote viewing later, simply click Disable Remote Viewing. You
can then use your Slingbox with any locally connected PCs, and change the
network settings to enable remote viewing later.
• Continue Anyway. Sometimes it’s not convenient or easy to set up your router
for the Slingbox remote viewing and you know the problem isn’t with Slingbox
but your network. Fortunately, this step does NOT have to be completed at this
moment and you can continue with the rest of the Slingbox setup. Later you can come back to the remote viewing activation when you have resolved
your network issues. This is different from the option above where you have to disable remote viewing on the Slingbox to continue.
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Note
Remote viewing may fail even if Automatic UPnP was successful during the
Setup Wizard. If the Network light on the front of the Slingbox is blinking,
Slingbox does not have a valid IP address from your router. Remote and local
viewing will not work in this case. Refer to the solutions below to fix the
problem.
Resolving Remote Viewing Failure
There are a number of possible reasons why remote viewing fails. The first thing to do is to identify why remote viewing does not work for you.
Internet or Finder Service Problem
If either your Internet connection or the Slingbox Finder service is down, you will not be able to watch your Slingbox remotely. You can verify this is the
problem if the following error message displays:
“Unable to connect to the Slingbox Finder. Please check your Internet connection and firewall settings.”
Solution: Check your Internet connection. Once your Internet connection is active, your Slingbox should be working once communication is reestablished
with the Slingbox Finder service. Click Try Again when your Internet connection is restored to activate remote viewing.
Firewall Security Software Blocking SlingPlayer Use
Internet security and firewall software, such as Norton Internet Security or ZoneAlarm, keep your home network safe from viruses or damaging attacks.
The Slingbox and your PC communicate using a technology called “discovery,” which means you do not have to figure out how to connect to your Slingbox
when using SlingPlayer.
As a side effect, some security software may designate Slingbox as a “hostile” device on your network. Additionally, by default, most routers do not block
devices from accessing the Internet. This is typically a user setting. You will not be able to watch your Slingbox remotely if your router blocks it.
If you are running these software programs, your security software may display an alert message while installing SlingPlayer or using SlingPlayer. This
message informs you if a program is attempting to access the Internet, and asks you to either allow or deny access. You may see an alert appear while
running SlingPlayer or Slingbox Setup Wizard related to personal security or firewall software, which may look like one of the warnings on the following
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Solution: If you see such a warning, you need to grant or permit access for your Slingbox to work properly. If you accidentally block SlingPlayer, consult your
firewall documentation or support Web site to grant access to SlingPlayer.
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No Open Port On Your Router
A port must be open on your router to watch your Slingbox remotely. By opening a port on your router, your router allows access to your Slingbox when
you attempt to watch your Slingbox from a remote computer. If the port is not open, your router does not allow outside access, as shown below.
Solution: If the Setup Wizard did not automatically open a port on your router, go to http://www.slingmedia.com/portforward.html to try the Setup
Wizard port-forwarding tool. If this does not provide sufficient help, refer to your router documentation or the support Web site for your router
manufacturer.
Multiple Routers In Your Home
With the growth of wireless networks and combination network devices, some home networks have become overly complex with the use of multiple
routers when just one can do the trick. If you have multiple routers in your home, the ports must be open along the path. It is possible you have multiple
routers in the home, even if you don’t think you own more than one. How is this possible?
• Some DSL/Cable modems have built-in router functionality. For example, DSL modems made by 2Wire, and select models by Westell and
SpeedStream have built-in router functionality.
• If you have a Voice-over-IP (VoIP) server in your home, it may also act as a router. In this case, the VoIP server is actually your primary router.
In a multiple router home where Slingbox is connected to a secondary router, as shown below, you need to open a port on both routers to watch your
Slingbox remotely. It is strongly recommended that you connect your Slingbox to the primary router in your home, as shown.
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Easiest and most reliable configuration for remote viewing.
Solution: Follow these instructions if you connected Slingbox to your secondary router.
1. Complete the standard port forwarding setup for your Slingbox and your secondary router (the secondary router is the one connected to your Slingbox;
the primary router is the one between your secondary router and the Internet, as shown below).
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Your Current Status:
If you properly completed the network steps during the Setup Wizard, port-forwarding is now set up on your secondary router, as shown above.
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Your Desired Status:
Now you need to open a port on your primary router. Follow the remaining steps below.
2. Important: In addition to configuring port forwarding (in the following steps), it is strongly recommended that you either:
A. Set a static, or permanent, IP address for your secondary router.
OR
B. Limit the DHCP server range on the primary router so only one IP address is assigned (recommended for advanced users).
If you do not perform one of these two steps, your secondary router’s IP address may change, for example, in the event of a power failure. If this occurs,
you will have to reconfigure your primary router again for remote viewing of your Slingbox.
3. Locate the public IP address and the gateway for your secondary router. To do this, follow these steps:
A. Open a Web browser and type your secondary router’s IP address (preceded by http://) in the address bar of the browser. For example, http://
192.168.100.1
B. Enter your secondary router’s Username and Password in the login screen.
C. Browse the secondary router’s setup screens. You are looking for either “Internet Status” or “WAN Status” or any page that displays:
• Public IP address
• Gateway address
D. The public IP address and gateway address will look similar to your router’s IP address.
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• For example, if your secondary router’s IP address is 192.168.100.1, its public IP address might look like 192.168.1.2 and its gateway might be
192.168.1.1.
• The first two segments of the numbers will probably be the same, and the second two segments will probably be different.
• Important: Your secondary router’s gateway is your primary router’s IP address.
4. Now, open a Web browser window, and enter your secondary router’s gateway number into the address field. For example, http://192.168.1.1. You will
see another router setup screen.
5. If the Setup Wizard successfully set up your secondary router, it assigned a port number (the default is 5001). You may have also assigned ports on your
own. Open the same ports you opened on your secondary router, with one change...
6. Instead of opening these ports to the IP address for your Slingbox, open these ports to your secondary router’s public IP address.
Example:
• Your Slingbox has IP address 192.168.1.237, and port 5001
• Your secondary router is located at 192.168.1.1
• Your secondary router has a Public IP address of 192.168.10.2, and a gateway of 192.168.10.0
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Correctly configured secondary router.
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This is how your setup will look once a port is open on your secondary router.
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Your primary router must ALSO have a port forwarding entry, which should look like this.
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This is how your setup will look once a port is open on both of your routers.
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Optional Networking Connections
If your router is not within cable reach of Slingbox, you can:
• Purchase a longer Ethernet cable.
• Use wall plug bridges such as the Sling Media SlingLink, which use your existing in-home electrical outlets to connect devices to your network. These
wall plug devices—also known as HomePlug or Powerline bridges—are easy to set up and use with Slingbox, requiring no new wires. Wall plug
bridges provide better performance than wireless networking especially when using a HomePlug optimized for Slingbox like the SlingLink.
See http://www.slingmedia.com/slinglink for more information about this product.
• Use a wireless bridge to connect your Slingbox to a wireless network. See “Connecting Slingbox to a Wireless Network” on page 105.
Tip
Go to http://www.slingmedia.com/support for a list of recommended routers,
wall plug bridges, and wireless bridges. Make sure to follow the installation
instructions that come with the equipment you purchase.
Using Wall Plug Bridges
If you don’t have an Ethernet jack near your TV, an easy option is to use a pair of
wall plug bridges, which use your existing in-home electrical outlets to connect
Slingbox to your network. Sling Media sells a wall plug especially made for
connections to Slingbox, see http://www.slingmedia.com/slinglink for more
information. You’ll need two bridges: connect one to your Slingbox and the other
to your router, as shown.
Slingbox connection near
your TV source
Connection to your router
Important
For optimal performance, it is strongly recommended that you
connect the bridges directly to a wall outlet. Do not connect
them to a power strip or extension cord.
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Connecting Slingbox to a Wireless Network
Slingbox cannot wirelessly connect to your home network by itself. However, you can connect
Slingbox to an existing wireless network using an Ethernet-to-wireless bridge (or a wireless game
adapter) and use your wireless laptop around the house. You must have a wireless home
network for this setup.
1. Set up your bridge to work with your existing wireless home network before you connect
Slingbox to your bridge. (It is recommended that you test the bridge where you plan to use
Slingbox. Wireless networks vary in signal strength from location to location.)
2. Connect an Ethernet cable to the Network connector on Slingbox and to an Ethernet jack
on your wireless bridge.
Make sure to follow the installation instructions that come with the equipment that you
purchase.
Important
If your router requires MAC address authentication, you may
need to add Slingbox’s MAC address to your router
administration screens. The MAC address is printed on the
bottom of the Slingbox.
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Restoring Slingbox to Factory Settings
Certain situations may require you to restore your Slingbox to factory settings. For example:
• If you replace the router to which you originally connected your Slingbox. In this case, Slingbox was set up to work with your original router and now
needs a new IP address from your new router.
• If you forgot your password.
• If you move your Slingbox to another home or network.
With your Slingbox powered on, press and hold the Reset button on the back of Slingbox for five seconds. The lights on the front of Slingbox quickly flash
from left to right and then flash slowly. Slingbox is reset after 30 seconds. Once reset, the Power light stays solid.
Note
If your Slingbox is connected to your router, the Network light
will also go on when it receives an IP address.
If you restore factory settings, all of your Slingbox settings will
be cleared and it will need to be reconfigured.
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FCC Statement
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Sling Media, Inc., could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
In this chapter, you can find:
• FCC Statement on page 107
• Product Specifications on
page 108
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Note: Slingbox is not a cable-ready device. Full access to all cable channels and features may not be possible.
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Product Specifications
Slingbox Specifications
Table 1: Slingbox Specifications
Product Name
Slingbox
Model #
SB150-110
Dimensions
10.6"(w) x 1.6"(h) x 4" (d)
Weight
~0.7 kg
Power Requirements
6V/1.6A
Inputs
RCA audio (L/R)
Composite video
S-video
RF/Coaxial
Outputs
RCA audio (L/R)
Composite video
S-video
RF/Coaxial
Device Control
IR emitter
Network
RJ-45 Ethernet
Display
(3) front panel LEDs:
Status
Network
Power
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Table 1: Slingbox Specifications
TV Tuner
PAL and DVB-T
(built-in)
Power Adapter Specifications
Table 2: Power Adapter Specifications
Make
Sunny Computer Technology Europe
Model #
SYS1298-1506-W2E
Input Voltage Range
100VAC to 240VAC
Input Frequency Range
50 Hz to 60 Hz
Input Current
1.0A Max
Output Voltage
+6V
Output Regulation
5.7~6.3V
Output Load Range
0~2.5A
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FCC and Specifications
110
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