Manufacturer's Description
Sling Media Slingbox AV Internet TV Broadcaster
The Slingbox AV is the perfect companion for your DVR, digital cable or satellite receiver. With the ability to watch and control your favorite TV source, the Slingbox AV ensures that you can always enjoy your TV anywhere you go.
Product Specifications for
Sling Media Slingbox AV Internet TV Broadcaster
| Video Quality |
| Audio Video Connectors |
Ethernet - RJ45|Video - RCA Composite Video |
| Quick Glance |
| Compatible OS |
Microsoft Windows XP |
| Form Factor |
External Device |
| A/V Connectors |
Ethernet - RJ45|Video - RCA Composite Video |
| Video Standard |
DVB-S (Digital Satellite)|NTSC (analog) |
| Compatibility |
| Form Factor |
External Device |
| Operating System |
Microsoft Windows XP |
| Warranty |
| Warranty Information |
1 Year Limited Warranty |
| More Info |
| URL |
http://www.slingmedia.com/go/slingbox |
| Device Type and Features |
| Video Standard Supported |
DVB-S (Digital Satellite)|NTSC (analog) |
Most recent User Reviews for
Sling Media Slingbox AV Internet TV Broadcaster
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Reviewed by: taxman99
10-29-07
Duration of ownership:
Strengths: Low price, Easy installation.
Weaknesses:You need to have your internet router close to where you have your television hookup. (Can be resolved by getting a ethernet wireless bridge or using long cables)Can't record
Overall Evaluation: If what you need is to be able to send your television to a computer then you need the slingbox. Whether you want to watch the game in your back yard where you have no television hookup or you want to watch your local news on your trip to Costa Rica the slingbox is what you need. You can also watch your programs on your phone, palm or other wifi gadget.
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Reviewed by: blackcapten
02-27-07
Duration of ownership:
8
Weeks
Strengths: works as advertised, very innovative product, no service fees
Weaknesses:no major issues
Overall Evaluation: I have my Slingbox hooked up to my home network wirelessly using one of the recommended devices on the Slingbox website (a Linksys adapter). Works perfectly, absolutely no major issues. Only problem I had (which was my fault) was the wireless device was automatically connecting to a different network in my area instead of my own. Once configured, there were no more problems. I am very happy there are no "service fees"... in days where it seems like there's a monthly fee for everything, it's nice you can buy it and use it without any fees. Streaming quality varies, but is usually quite acceptable. Controls and features work perfectly, although remote control lag time is sometimes annoying. I won't complain much about that, as it's a small annoyance. I use it to control a series 2 directv tivo system.
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Reviewed by: abercrombieboy
01-20-07
Duration of ownership:
5
Days
Strengths: This is unbelievable technology that helps you enjoy your home entertainment from anywhere with an internet-connected computer.
Weaknesses:The AV only has one input for source. I wish you could connect more than one.
Overall Evaluation: I bought this unit to be able to watch my cable TV programs when I am traveling. Oftentimes, available programming in hotels is not what I wanted. I also planned to use this to watch live sport events from the office, but alas, I could not connect because of an office firewall or the port is not available in the office network. I had problems in installation at first, because my router was not listed in the list during set-up. I called the very competent Technical Support and they remotely connected to my computer and set up my router without any problems.
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Reviewed by: mmlsv
12-20-06
Duration of ownership:
Strengths: setup,
Weaknesses:picture quality
Overall Evaluation: Pic quality could be better at full screen, but that may be because of my video card on me laptop. I am currently slinging to my lattitude d600 with centrino. For what this provides, worth every penny!
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Reviewed by: trumwr
12-18-06
Duration of ownership:
Strengths: Easy to setup. Works as advertised. Program and watch my DircTv Tivo anywhere!
Weaknesses:Wish it came with the mobile client. (Have to buy separately)
Overall Evaluation: This is a really well designed product that is a glimpse of the future of media entertainment. I am able to stream my Tivo to my laptop when I'm on the road and with the mobile phone software I can also stream to my Q phone. This is a must have for Tivo users as it gives you the ability to program your Tivo anywhere in the world. Great product!
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