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Features
System Requirements
Inputs and Outputs
Features
Overview: The Slingbox Pro-HD allows you to access and
control an A/V signal on your home system from anywhere you have a broadband
internet connection (broadband internet also required for your home network).
Up to three sources can be routed to the Slingbox; one high definition component
video, one standard definition composite or S-video, and one coaxial (ATSC and
QAM tuners built-in). The Slingbox connects to your home network via the Ethernet
port on the rear panel and you access the system using your PC or Mac after
downloading the free SlingPlayer software from slingmedia's web site. SlingPlayer
Mobile can be purchased separately to stream audio and video to a PDA, smart phone,
or other compatible portable device. The Slingbox can also be accessed using an
optional SlingCatcher (item number 744SC100, sold separately), which is connected
to a different TV.
Control: When accessing Slingbox with your computer, a virtual
on-screen remote gives you control of your cable box, DVR, satellite tuner, DVD
player, etc; commands are sent to the external components via the four included
IR flashers. If you're using the built-in tuner, the computer acts as a buffer,
allowing you to pause (up to 60 minutes), rewind, and fast forward live TV
(available for Windows only). If using the optional SlingCatcher, an IR remote
is included. You can also access your Slingbox using a different computer that
doesn't have SlingPlayer downloaded, via slingmedia's web site.
Tuner: The TV tuner built into the Slingbox receives over the
air digital (ATSC), analog cable, and non-encrypted digital cable (QAM) channels.
SlingPlayer Guide gives you program listings without having to access your cable
box (available for Windows only).
System Requirements
Computer:
- PC:
- Windows Vista or XP (Service Pack 2)
- Intel Pentium IV 1 GHz processor (3 GHz for
high definition video)
- 256 MB RAM (512 MB for XP or 1 GB for Vista
for high definition video)
- 150 MB free hard disc space
- 1024x788 display resolution (1280x768 for
high definition video)
- 16-bit sound card
- Network connectivity
- Mac: Streaming HD video to
MAC not available at this time
- PowerPC G4/G5 800 MHz or Intel processor
- OS X v10.5 or later
- 512 MB RAM (1 GB recommended)
- 150 MB free hard disc space
- Network connectivity
Internet Connection: A home network router and broadband
cable or DSL internet connection with 1.5 Mbps upload speed (minimum) are
required to stream HD video.
Inputs and Outputs
HD Input: High definition component video (up to 1080i) with
coaxial digital audio and stereo RCA audio jacks
SD Input: Standard definition composite video and S-video
with stereo RCA audio jacks
Coaxial Input: Threaded F-connection for cable TV or antenna
Outputs: The HD, SD, and Coax inputs have corresponding outputs
to pass all signals through to your TV
IR: 2.5mm sub mini-jack for use with the included IR flashers
Ethernet: RJ-45 port used to connect to your network
Power: Input for the included 5 volt/4 amp DC power supply
included
