Sling Media Slingbox PRO-HD

The Slingbox PRO-HD is the first HD-streaming Slingbox from Sling Media released on September 25, 2008 with an MSRP of $299.99. Like all other Slingboxes, the PRO-HD model allows you to remotely watch and control multiple video devices (DVR, digital cable, satellite reciever, DVD player) from a PC or newly released SingCatcher. Like the name implies, the key differentiator for this model is it's ability to stream HD content in it's native resolution. The Slingbox includes SlingPlayer software that is loaded on your PC, Mac, or mobile device that is used to manage the viewing experience.

Sling Media Slingbox Pro-HD
MSRP $299.99
Release date September, 2008
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Pros & Cons

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Pros:
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First HD Slingbox to stream in HD to your PC
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Can be used in conjunction with SlingCatcher
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60 minutes of video buffer for pausing, recording, rewinding live TV
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Cons:
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Not true HD when used with SlingCatcher
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No WiFi connectivity
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No HDMI inputs or outputs
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Details

Features

  • stream HD content to Mac, PC, or SlingCatcher
  • connect to multiple different devices simultaneously (can only watch one source at a time)
  • includes with SlingPlayer software
  • live video buffer - pause, rewind, or fast-forward up to 60 minutes of video
  • compatible devices:
    • basic or digital cable set-top box
    • DVR devices such as DISH, TiVo, Comcast, ReplayTV, Rogers
    • DVD player
    • Satellite receiver such as DISH, DIRECTV, Bell
    • video/security camera
    • Apple TV
  • inputs: 1 x SD audio / video (RCA+S-Video+RCA Stereo), 1 x HD audio / video (component+digital coax+RCA stereo, digital antenna (ATSC, NTSC, QAM) (no HDMI)
  • outputs: SD audio / video, HD audio / video (component), digital antenna
  • connectivity: Ethernet, USB, (no WiFi)
  • price: $299.99
  • release date: September 25, 2008

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This report was started October 14, 2008 at 2:17 pm by Erik, with the last edit occurring October 14, 2008 at 2:46 pm by Erik
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*Erik @ 10/14/2008 2:46:34 PM

  • new pro/con: 60 minutes of video buffer for pausing, recording, rewinding live TV
  • new pro/con: No HDMI inputs or outputs
  • new pro/con: No WiFi connectivity
  • new pro/con: Not true HD when used with SlingCatcher
  • new pro/con: Can be used in conjunction with SlingCatcher
  • new pro/con: First HD Slingbox to stream in HD to your PC
  • added the image: SlingPlayer high-def screen grab
  • added the image: Slingbox PRO-HD inputs
  • changed the report title from Sling Media Slingbox Pro-HD to Sling Media Slingbox PRO-HD : "first pass"
  • edited the description : "first pass"
  • updated the features : "first pass"
  • changed the thumbnail : "first pass"
  • added a link Slingbox Pro-HD manufacturer page: http://www.slingmedia.com/go/slingbox-prohd...
  • added a related product: Sling Media Slingbox Pro

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PRO, HD, PROHD