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Sling Media Slingbox Tuner ( SB220-100 )
Sling Media Slingbox Tuner ( SB220-100 )
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Buy New: $199.99
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars(based on 41 reviews)
Sales Rank: 10544
Category: CE

Publisher: Sling Media
Studio: Sling Media
Brand: Sling Media
Label: Sling Media
Media: Electronics
Batteries Included: 0
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3
Dimensions (in): 0.1 x 0 x 0.1

MPN: SB220-100
Model: SB220-100
UPC: 852619001141
EAN: 0852619001141
ASIN: B000HBEKJE

Release Date: September 27, 2006
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Features:
  • Redirects the TV signal to the computer of your choice--providing high quality video, no matter the distance
  • SlingStream technology delivers up to a 400 percent video quality improvement over the original Slingbox
  • Connects to basic cable TV or NTSC antenna sources
  • Includes free Slingbox Finder service to locate a Slingbox from any network location
  • Watch and control your basic cable TV anywhere around your home or around the globe

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Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
The Slingbox Tuner is the perfect companion for anyone with a basic cable subscription. Use the ability to watch and control your cable TV with the Slingbox Tuner. Enjoy your live TV entertainment anywhere you go. Using an Internet connected computer or compatible mobile phone, you can watch and control your basic cable TV anywhere around you home or around the globe. With a Slingbox Tuner you will never be separated from your favorite TV shows, sports broadcasts or breaking news stories.

Amazon.com Product Description
The first generation Slingbox was a big step forward for so-called "place shifting" technology, allowing you to view incoming TV signals on any TV computer in your home or on any Internet-connected PC around the world. Sling Media is now introducing the successors to this groundbreaking product. Now there are three Slingboxes to choose from, each with features that make it easier than ever to bring your TV and other media with you wherever you roam. Choose from the Slingbox Tuner, AV, and Pro models depending on your entertainment needs. Compare Slingbox models.


The Slingbox Tuner offers coax and NTSC antenna connections.
Slingbox Tuner
The Slingbox Tuner is the perfect companion for your basic cable subscription. With the ability to watch and control your cable TV, the Slingbox Tuner ensures that you can enjoy your live TV entertainment anywhere you go. Turn every computer you use into a portable TV without the need to connect a coax cable! Using an Internet connected computer or compatible mobile phone (with purchase of SlingPlayer Mobile software), you can watch and control your basic cable TV (analog or digital, plus NTSC antenna) anywhere around your home or around the globe. With a Slingbox Tuner you will never be separated from your favorite TV shows, sports broadcasts, or breaking news stories.

The Slingbox Tuner also includes the free Slingbox Finder service to locate a Slingbox from any network location, in or out of the home.

How it Works
Slingbox Tuner is a small device that connects to your cable box to redirect the TV signal to the computer of your choice--providing high quality video, no matter the distance, so long as there is a high-speed Internet connection. This technology also allows you to access and control your TV from anywhere--and your TV doesn't even have to be on.



You can enjoy your basic cable signal on any computer at home, on the Internet, or on a compatible mobile phone.
SlingMedia's patent pending SlingStream technology delivers the smoothest and best video quality possible. SlingStream delivers up to a 400 percent video quality improvement over the original Slingbox. SlingStream is powered by a programmable engine that is capable of running the latest video compression algorithms. SlingStream dynamically adjusts to changes in network conditions, video content, and Internet bandwidth.

At Home, At Work, or on the Go
At home, Now you can watch TV in whatever room in the house you choose. Say goodbye to the days of having to watch your child's favorite DVD over and over again. Now you can watch your soaps in the laundry room. You can watch your fix-it shows in the garage. Or you can watch your cooking shows in the kitchen. You'll never get stuck having to watch shows you don't want to now that you're in charge of what's on, when it's on, and where it's on.

Now that you can access your TV wherever you have your computer, the clock won't be the only thing worth watching at work. You can watch your news and business channels to stay updated. You can catch the big game while tending to business. Or, you can watch your favorite shows during your downtime. In any event, work will never just be business as usual.

With the SlingBox you can travel to another country and actually understand the programs. You can visit the in-laws and not get stuck watching The Weather Channel. No matter where your journey takes you, one thing is certain: You'll never have to take up an extra seat to bring your TV with you.



You can change channels and control your TV on your computer just as if you were in your living room. The AV and Pro models add remote control options for your home theater devices. Smartphone support is available with purchase of SlingPlayer Mobile software.
Ready for Vista
SlingPlayer software is compatible with Microsoft's Vista operating system. Vista-specific feature enhancements are expected to be available in early 2007.

What's in the Box
Slingbox Tuner, SlingPlayer CD-ROM, AC adapter (100-240V 50-60Hz), ethernet cable, RF/coax cable, and quick start guide.



Customer Reviews:   Read 36 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars Best electronic device I've ever owned   September 7, 2008
It's been 2+ years after I purchased the original Slingbox, and I haven't had any issues with it. I think it is the only device I've owned that I can say that for. I've owned several different routers (different brands) over the last years, and it's always been extremely simple to setup on any of them. I installed it in CT and I've been able to connect to it from different locations in the US and from my native Colombia with no problem. Moreover, I didn't have to do anything special to connect to it from my workplace, considering all the firewalls and restrictions of my corporative network.

I ended up purchasing a second one (this time a Slingbox tuner) to install in my parents house in Colombia. The experience with it has been exactly as with the original Slingbox... I can now watch TV from 2 countries anywhere I am... WOW!

I wish all electronics were like that: simple to setup, robust over time while exceeding your expectations!



5 out of 5 stars Better than I thought it would be   August 13, 2008
Living is El Paso Texas, I am subjected to watching and hearing about the Dallas Cowboys. But the team I really care about is my Seattle Seahawks.

I was not about to pay the high price for NFL ticket, so I started look for alternatives. The Slingbox looked like a good option. So I contacted a cousin of mine who lives in the Seattle area and asked if he would be willing to host my Slingbox Tuner. He has a Comcast Cable Internet connection and basic cable. I am using AT&T DSL to download.

Took us about 2 hours to set up. I had to talk my cousin how to do port forwarding on what I considered an "off brand" router. More time was wasted with me just trying to find instructions for the router. :-)

Once that was done, and I had his Internet IP address, I tried to connect. I am not going to say it is as good as you will see on TV, but it better than most You Tube videos. I can't see the football, but can easily see how the play is going, who getting tackled, how many yards were made on the play, etc.............

One question that I was concerned about before I purchased the SlingBox Tuner was, "How do I find it, if my cousins IP address changes?"

There are a couple of ways to address this. One register the Slingbox with SlingMedia, they have server that will tell you what the current IP is. Or you can use a service like DynDNS with compatible routers so that you can find the IP Address to connect to your Slingbox.

I could have chose the Sling AV, but I thought the Sling Tuner would be easier to manage. With the Sling AV, I would have needed a VCR to act as a tuner. Did not want to hassle with that.

Overall, I am pretty darn happy with the results.






5 out of 5 stars Slingbox Tuner   July 17, 2008
  1 out of 1 found this review helpful

It was easy to install and works fine with my Netgear Router.. I like the built in Tuner since I only have one Set top and it would cost $100 a year for a second one..


5 out of 5 stars Freakin' awesome!   July 15, 2008
  1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Its my second slingbox. Needless to say I am a huge fan of this product. I have a windows mobile phone that I sling to along with my laptop. One is connected to my TiVo and the other to regular cable. These things are great!


5 out of 5 stars Indianapolis to Seattle   June 6, 2008
  1 out of 1 found this review helpful

My daughter moved from Indianapolis to Seattle. She is a huge Colts fan and told me about Slingbox. Now she can watch our games or Indy tv whenever she chooses. It's wonderful.

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