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Slingbox SOLO FAQs
from: ConsumerEvidence.comHere are some of the most frequently asked questions regarding the Slingbox SOLO:
1. How do I get the latest software from my Slingbox? You can obtain the latest firmware for your Slingbox SOLO by downloading the latest version of the SlingPlayer software found online.
2. Can I use a different IR control with the Slingbox? Yes, you can. You may need to buy a 1/8" to 3/32" adapter to fit in the IR port.
3. Does the Slingbox SOLO work with high definition sources? Yes, the Slingbox SOLO is capable of receiving 480p, 720p, or 1080i sources. You just have to insert it through the component video input. Some HD devices will not simultaneously output high definition signals and 480i signals to the composite, S-video, or RF connection. Just consult your manual for further help.
4. What do the lights on the Slingbox SOLO mean? The far right LEDs indicate network and power status. The center LED indicates if the Slingbox is streaming video.
5. What video signals can I input into the Slingbox SOLO? You can use NTSC 480i signals through composite, S-Video, and RF connections, and 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i formats via the component video connection.
6. Why is the Slingbox SOLO not controlling my device? You have to make sure that the IR cable is plugged all the way in to the IR port on the back and that the IR emitter is properly located above the IR receiver.
7. How do I factory reset my Slingbox SOLO? Just press the reset button found at the back of the Slingbox for five seconds.
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