Sling Media SB260-100 manual Package Contents, System Requirements, Network Requirements

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Welcome

Package Contents

Make sure you have received the following items with your Slingbox. See “About the included cables” on page 8.

• Slingbox	• CD-ROM containing Slingbox software for Windows XP computers
• 2 Audio/Video cables	• S-Video cable
• Ethernet cable	• IR Control cable
• Coaxial cable
• Quick Setup Guide

System Requirements

•Windows XP Home/Pro/MCE

•Pentium IV 1GHz

•256MB RAM

•100MB Free Hard Disk Space

•Graphics Card (24-bit color)

•Sound Card (16-bit)

•CD-ROM Drive

•Ethernet Network Connectivity (wired, 802.11 a/b/g, or Powerline)

Network Requirements

•A router, or a combined cable modem/router.

•DHCP must be enabled on your router so the 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 the 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.

Slingbox User Guide

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Contents Page Slingbox User Guide Contents Appendix a Additional Setup and Installation Assistance Welcome Setup is easy...ignoring your TV is difficultIt’s not magic, but it’s close How to use this guide Where will you watch your TV?Stream of consciousness System Requirements Package ContentsNetwork Requirements Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Slingbox User Guide About the connections Connecting the SlingboxAudio/Video cable About the included cablesCable or cable combination Video cable with Audio cablesIR Control cable Power adapterEthernet cable Rear panel connectors If you are setting up your Slingbox with Connecting your Audio/Video source to the SlingboxSharing an Audio/Video source OrOr Connecting a cable box, satellite receiver or a DVRFinding the IR sensor Connect the IR control cableUsing a cable modem Connecting your antenna or analog cable no cable boxAdding a splitter Connecting other Audio/Video devices Select the Slingbox Configuration tab Connecting multiple Audio/Video sources to the SlingboxConnecting another A/V device Switching between A/V inputsWhat you need to get started Connecting the Slingbox to your home networkSoftware Connecting the Slingbox power adapterBefore you Install the SlingPlayer software Are on, you’reSlingbox User Guide Free Slingbox Finder service About the software installationSlingPlayer software installation SlingPlayer application setup SlingPlayer software installationHelp is available every step of the way SlingPlayer setup stepsAudio/Video setup Video connection to your Slingbox Cable connection to your Slingbox Video Adjustments Audio/Video SettingsAudio Adjustment Television source If the test does not work IR control setupChannel changing Name and password setup Passwords Remote viewing setup Automatic router setup Configuring your routerManual router setup Help with port forwarding Setup complete Installing the SlingPlayer software on another computer Manually setting up your Slingbox for remote viewingUpdating the SlingPlayer software Setting up port forwarding Slingbox User Guide SlingStream Using the SlingboxStarting the SlingPlayer Watching your SlingboxUsing the SlingPlayer application SlingPlayer controls Using the window controls Mode Remote panel Using the SlingRemoteControl Mode Remote control response timeUsing the SlingBar Resizing the SlingPlayer and SlingRemote Viewing the SlingPlayer full screenAdding a favorite channel Using favorite channelsAdd Modifying and removing favorite channels Adding your own favorite channel logoSwitching between inputs Using multiple Slingbox Audio/Video inputsRemote viewing experience Viewing your Slingbox remotelyLocating your Slingbox Finder ID Using the Slingbox Finder IDClick Add New Slingbox Adding a Slingbox using its Finder IDAdding a Slingbox using a domain name or IP address Adding another Slingbox to your directoryChanging the name or password of your Slingbox Making changes to your Slingbox settingsAdministrator password Making changes to your Slingbox settings Changing the network settings Changing the Audio/Video settingsUpdating the Slingbox firmware Slingbox menu SlingPlayer menus and settingsPlayer menu View menuHelp menu SlingPlayer options Player SettingsVMR9 or not Video Picture SettingsOriginal Settings Video Mixing Renderer VMR9Manually adjusting the streaming characteristics Encoding SettingsTo enter proxy server information Connection SettingsOther Options Advanced SettingsNetwork connections SlingPlayer software installationThis Appendix Troubleshooting remote viewing setup Resolving remote viewing failure Internet or Finder Service problemFirewall 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 Optional networking connections Using wall-plug bridgesSlingbox connection near your TV source Connecting the Slingbox to a wireless network Restoring the Slingbox to factory settings Slingbox User Guide FCC Statement FCC and SpecificationsSlingbox Specifications FCC Statement Power Adapter SpecificationsSlingbox User Guide