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Old 10-03-2009, 07:13 PM   #1
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is this possible?

I want to hook a sling box upto a tv without a dvr or other such device to it. I know I'm the last person in the world to not have a dvr but I don't have one nor am I getting one. can I use a sling box with a set up like this or not?
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Old 10-03-2009, 07:45 PM   #2
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Not a 100% sure, but I would say you should be able to.
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Old 10-03-2009, 07:59 PM   #3
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is this possible?

I want to hook a sling box upto a tv without a dvr or other such device to it. I know I'm the last person in the world to not have a dvr but I don't have one nor am I getting one. can I use a sling box with a set up like this or not?
Do you mean up to your cablebox, or up to your tv? It needs to have access to some type of content, a tv tuner, cablebox, etc.
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Do you mean up to your cablebox, or up to your tv? It needs to have access to some type of content, a tv tuner, cablebox, etc.
my tv. I don't have a cablebox or anything like that. The tv is connected to the the jack in the wall.
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Old 10-03-2009, 09:37 PM   #5
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Yep, you can.

But you need the slingbox with the built in tuner:

http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-medi...-32084881.html

http://www.slingcommunity.com/articl...-Tuner-Review/
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Yep, you can.

But you need the slingbox with the built in tuner:...
This is correct - the tuner in the Slingbox Pro eliminates the need for a cable box, dvr or satellite receiver. Besides the benefits of being able to watch what you want when away from home, I like to sit out back with a laptop and a cigar watching the game - best money I've spent.
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thanks guys, so pro is needed...time to go shopping
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This is correct - the tuner in the Slingbox Pro eliminates the need for a cable box, dvr or satellite receiver. Besides the benefits of being able to watch what you want when away from home, I like to sit out back with a laptop and a cigar watching the game - best money I've spent.
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thanks guys, so pro is needed...time to go shopping

It appears that the Slingbox Tuner is discontinued but I'm sure you can find one ebay or somewhere and save some cash.
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