Does this Slingbox 500 already have the upgraded SlingTV software installed, or would we have to update the software manually?
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you must to run the setup, it includes the last upgrade with all new features, USB surf and so on.
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I've been using Sling boxes for the last three years. I also have the Dish VIP 722 and it is basically an automated process to set it up. Once every thing is hooked up, use component connections if available, you will run the software setup on your computer, answer a few questions and it will be ready to go. It will also initially update the firmware on the box. Since it is hooked up to the 722 it has no impact on the TV's picture. I have never had a problem in three years. I'm in the military and have watched shows on my 722 from all over the world. Hope this helps.
1837897
The real question is how it went up to $500 at present (June 2014)!! Now that's a rip-off. Does a little less than a $35 Chromecast at 15x the price. Chromecast is due to get Sling support shortly.
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I use mine with sling box all the time. Not sure what platform you want to use but, I would guess it should. Also it will depend on your connection.Jack
219210
with the sling box you can turn on/off your directv box. So no need to leave it on cause you can do that remotely.
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It should be included with the latest firmware update.You can download the channel if it is not already loaded.
53552
I've never had slingbox but I can tell you that this doesn't allow you to watch live tv from anywhere. You can either download what you've recorded to DVr while connected to the same network as your DVr box or you can set up the genie go through a complicated process that allows you to access your recorded shows from anywhere. I'll admit though that I've tried to see mine up to allow access from anywhere and I've never gotten it to work and I am pretty computer literate.
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Hi Teresa. The short answer is yes. The Slingbox allows your computer to act as a tv and remote for the video signal you attach to it. So if your cable box, satellite box, or (as in my case) TiVo is attached to the Slingbox, your computer will control the signal just as if you were sitting in the room. So if I am watching the TiVo at home and my wife logs on to the Slingbox with her computer, it is as if two people with two remote controls are in the same room! She changes the channel and I change it back! The solution to this, if it's feasible for you, is to have a separate source for your Slingbox. If you get a separate cable box or satellite box and attach it to the Slingbox there will be no competition for its services. Hope this helps, WhiteHeat
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Isn't it just the EyeTV software that's updated? Wouldn't the hardware unit be the same? Where would you find a version change for the hardware unless there is a name change?
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Much more complicated than slingbox. Does allow you to download recorded shows to your phone, laptop etc. and take with you to watch when no wifi, as on a plane.
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Since I don't have a sling box, I'm not sure. However, hooking it up to my computer and then to other USB supported pieces of equipment; it worked fine.
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You can use the Slingbox to do everything remotely that the settop box can do in person. If you can watch the DVR in person, it will work remotely. If you can only watch the DVR from a separate TV at home (I feel sorry for you - I have Uverse and my DVR works on every TV in my house at once), then it will work exactly the same way remotely with the Slingbox.
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There probably isn't a need for the firmware upgrade - I couldn't find an explanations of what the update includes. The table works without it. So if yours is working and you don't notice anything unusual - than don't update. :)
1036370
Hi, I just have 3 of these adapters, no slingbox, and they work well as long as you watch polarity. Saves lots of cable! :)
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I'm not sure because roku 3is a upgraded version but you can call roku and ask them directly
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I have direct tv whole house system with dvr in each room....this allows me to access all dvr list from any room and can play any dvr in any room....If i hook a slingbox on one dvr will i still be able to access all my dvrs from that one box.
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There is firmware to correct some bugs. It worked out of box, but occasionally required reboot. Only works with FTA channels.