Sling Media SB260-100 manual SlingPlayer controls

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SlingPlayer controls

Slingbox Name: The name of the Slingbox that you’re watching. See “Watching your Slingbox” on page 42.

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 of time. 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 of time. Refer to the Sling- Player Help screens for more information.

“Not connected” displays when the SlingPlayer is not started.

“Streaming” displays as the SlingPlayer is working normally.

“Optimizing” displays as the SlingPlayer reacts to your network conditions. It automatically improves video quality.

“Pending” displays while the SlingPlayer is sending commands to the 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.

Favorite Channels: If you have certain channels that you frequently watch, you can easily add them as favorites, creating a shortcut to the channel with one click. There are several channels provided from which to choose. You can also use your own custom picture as a channel logo. See “Using favorite channels” on page 50.

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 “View menu” on page 60.

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 “Manually adjusting the streaming characteristics” on page 64.

Streaming Bitrate: This represents the video bitrate. Select Show Statistics from the View menu. You can then click on the bitrate to show the streaming framerate.

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Contents Page Slingbox User Guide Contents Appendix a Additional Setup and Installation Assistance Setup is easy...ignoring your TV is difficult WelcomeIt’s not magic, but it’s close Where will you watch your TV? How to use this guideStream of consciousness Package Contents System RequirementsNetwork Requirements Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Slingbox User Guide Connecting the Slingbox About the connectionsAbout the included cables Cable or cable combinationVideo cable with Audio cables Audio/Video cablePower adapter IR Control cableEthernet cable Rear panel connectors Connecting your Audio/Video source to the Slingbox If you are setting up your Slingbox withSharing an Audio/Video source Connecting a cable box, satellite receiver or a DVR OrOrConnect the IR control cable Finding the IR sensorConnecting your antenna or analog cable no cable box Using a cable modemAdding a splitter Connecting other Audio/Video devices Connecting multiple Audio/Video sources to the Slingbox Connecting another A/V deviceSwitching between A/V inputs Select the Slingbox Configuration tabConnecting the Slingbox to your home network What you need to get startedConnecting the Slingbox power adapter Before you Install the SlingPlayer softwareAre on, you’re SoftwareSlingbox User Guide About the software installation Free Slingbox Finder serviceSlingPlayer software installation SlingPlayer software installation SlingPlayer application setupSlingPlayer setup steps Help is available every step of the wayAudio/Video setup Video connection to your Slingbox Cable connection to your Slingbox Audio/Video Settings Video AdjustmentsAudio Adjustment Television source IR control setup If the test does not workChannel changing Name and password setup Passwords Remote viewing setup Configuring your router Automatic router setupManual router setup Help with port forwarding Setup complete Manually setting up your Slingbox for remote viewing Installing the SlingPlayer software on another computerUpdating the SlingPlayer software Setting up port forwarding Slingbox User Guide Using the Slingbox SlingStreamWatching your Slingbox Starting the SlingPlayerUsing the SlingPlayer application SlingPlayer controls Using the window controls Using the SlingRemote Mode Remote panelRemote control response time Control ModeUsing the SlingBar Viewing the SlingPlayer full screen Resizing the SlingPlayer and SlingRemoteUsing favorite channels Adding a favorite channelAdd Adding your own favorite channel logo Modifying and removing favorite channelsUsing multiple Slingbox Audio/Video inputs Switching between inputsViewing your Slingbox remotely Remote viewing experienceUsing the Slingbox Finder ID Locating your Slingbox Finder IDAdding a Slingbox using its Finder ID Adding a Slingbox using a domain name or IP addressAdding another Slingbox to your directory Click Add New SlingboxMaking changes to your Slingbox settings Changing the name or password of your SlingboxAdministrator password Making changes to your Slingbox settings Changing the Audio/Video settings Changing the network settingsUpdating the Slingbox firmware SlingPlayer menus and settings Player menuView menu Slingbox menuHelp menu Player Settings SlingPlayer optionsVideo Picture Settings Original SettingsVideo Mixing Renderer VMR9 VMR9 or notEncoding Settings Manually adjusting the streaming characteristicsConnection Settings To enter proxy server informationAdvanced Settings Other OptionsSlingPlayer software installation Network connectionsThis Appendix Troubleshooting remote viewing setup Internet or Finder Service problem Resolving remote viewing failureFirewall security software blocking SlingPlayer use Slingbox User Guide No open port on your router Multiple routers in your home Your Current Status Your Desired Status Troubleshooting remote viewing setup Example Your secondary router, correctly configured Slingbox User Guide Troubleshooting remote viewing setup Slingbox User Guide Using wall-plug bridges Optional networking connectionsSlingbox connection near your TV source Connecting the Slingbox to a wireless network Restoring the Slingbox to factory settings Slingbox User Guide FCC and Specifications FCC StatementSlingbox Specifications Power Adapter Specifications FCC StatementSlingbox User Guide