Connecting The Ir Control Cable; Finding The Ir Sensor - Sling Media Slingbox User Manual

Connecting the IR Control Cable

The IR control cable allows Slingbox to act as a universal remote, controlling the device you connect
to Slingbox. It works with your cable/satellite box, DVR, and many other devices.
Place your Slingbox close enough to your device so the IR control cable can be attached to the front of
your device.
1. Connect the IR control cable to the IR connector on Slingbox. Make sure to firmly insert the
cable connector so the cable's plastic covering meets the back of Slingbox. It clicks in when
fully inserted. Check this connection before continuing.
2. Place the emitter ends of the cable on the top and bottom of the device so they point at its IR
sensor. Make sure they extend out far enough to send a signal to your device. See "Finding the IR
Sensor" on page 20.
3. Continue to connect Slingbox to the network. See "Connecting Slingbox to your Home Network"
on page 21.

Finding the IR Sensor

The infrared sensor is on the front of the device, usually behind a dark, sometimes reddish plastic
window. If you don't see the sensor, shine a flashlight through the window and look for a small bulb, similar to the one on the end of the emitters.
• Once you are sure you have placed an emitter correctly, remove the adhesive covering and affix the emitter so it extends out far enough to send a signal
to your device.
Important
When you install SlingPlayer software, the Setup Wizard attempts to
communicate with your device using the IR control cable. Make sure you place
the emitters over the infrared sensor on your device before you install
SlingPlayer. If the Setup Wizard is not controlling your device, you may need to
adjust the position of the emitters. You may want to wait to affix the emitters
until after you install SlingPlayer.
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