Slinging NBA, MLB and NFL packages Will I be able to sling sports packages from a Direct TV site to my computer and/or Comcast setup? What will I need and how should I set it up? Thx.
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Yes it will. All it does is use software to take the interface from your direcTV box and put it on your computer. So you would just need to go to channel 700 for example to watch the NFL ticket. Nothing special, super easy. I've been a slingbox user for years. My parents don't have the ticket, so i take my laptop home with me, hook the computer into my dad's tv using a usb cord, then watch the games on my dad's samsung lcd. Not a perfect picture, but it does the trick.
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Yes, if the STB/Slingbox connection is A/V cables, but not if you are relying on HDMI between the two. Some channels are blocked unless it is direct from the STB to the TV.
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Hi . Do you we have free sports channels on Roku? I love NBA, NFL and Soccer from all around the world especially European Soccer clubs and Countries...
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No, the slingbox will not fix any of these problems. The purpose of the slingbox is to allow you to watch your TV signal on PC's in your own home, as well as anywhere with an internet connection. For example, if you travel out of town for business, you can connect a Slingbox to your TV signal (be it antenna, cable, satellite box, etc), and with any computer, you can watch your own TV broadcasts from anywhere with internet access, so you could watch the BIG game, even though it might not be available on TV where you are traveling. Unfortunately, the Slingbox will not do anything to boost reception.
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Sorry, the vendor of which Amazon used w/ Sports Unlimited.........again, I am 50 years of age and I rarely complain nor bastard a company, it is tough business out there.....Thanks
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I am not seeing the ability to stream Amazon instant video. Anyone know how to do this. My old Blu Ray player kept adding channels to installation.
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Wish there was some legal device out there that could pick up cable channels; It works on broadcast channels in your area only. I get ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, 3 PBS channels and two more that are a bit fuzzy at times. Happy with the channels I can watch, not a tv addict.
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What are you using to get TV channels...if cable then I would call my cable company. I never had this issue but then I always used cable never TV to search for channels.
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yes. you will only get channels provided by your basic cable subscription. to take full advantage of this device you need to subscribe for internet speed through your cable provider. then you will have an abundance of options to watch.
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I got this for Comcast, found out later they won't let it on their system. I'd contact them and see if they allow it on their system.
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Not that I know of maybe you have a friend with a sling box (cable or sat also needed on there end) I have live tv on my pc with one. That's the only way to get live tv with Internet. Some of thouse station will have some stuff on there sites. But that way kinda sucks. Hope this helps
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I don't normally watch sports on this machine. I use it as my desktop monitor because I can plug a laptop in thru the HDMI port and use both machines. Having said that, I hooked up and external HD antenna and watched the Bears lose tonight. Although I occasionally lost the screen due to thunderstorms bollixing reception, I did not notice any blurring. I then went to ESPN through my desktop and watched some of their videos. Voila, occasionally the screen blurs. I don't know whether I need a faster internet speed or whether the box is at fault. I suspect internet due to it working OK over the air. Hope this helps.
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No, Sling company was purchased by direct TV. They have no interest in this product anymore. This product cost $300 when it came out, so if you can find one now for $300 you will be lucky. They cost $350 on ebay. If you have a sling player get one while you can!
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I am CT (Connecticut) resident and subscribe to Comcast bundle. If you are in a different situation, I suggest you consult your cable carrier and confirm that they will support you owning the modem and they will help you to configure installation it after you have purchased it.
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Your best bet is to go online to the Dish website. It works just like regular cable. There are several packages you can choose from. You can get anything you can get at home.
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I am in Brooklyn and do not use Comcast. However I scanned using an HD TV Antenna and I believe that's why I got so many channels. I scan for channels using the setting 'AIR' .. Not Cable... and I must say I got quite a few channels. I am very happy with this TV/DVD. Love it
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Hi Gymbrew. Nothing will happen to ANY subscription you have with your cable company. The box will be set up according to the channel line-up you currently have. You will need to get a a cable card from your company tho. Hope this this helps. I've had a Tivo since their first one, a little 15-hr. I now have the HD premier; my next-and last- one will be their new HD 4-receiver. You're gonna LOVE it!! Don
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Hi Charisse,There are a lot of sports channels customized by sport (i.e. baseball channels, basketball, etc.). The major networks (i.e. ESPN, NFL Network) are not available and you cannot get live games unless you have a subscription with one of the channels. If you go to www.roku.com, you can view a list of channels in all genres.