SlingPlayer Mobile for Windows Smartphone Version: 1.0
Official Release: 8/22/2006
Price: $29.99

Firmware requirement: 1.0.63 or later (included in SlingPlayer 1.0.5.140 or greater)

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Please make sure all the requirements below are met BEFORE downloading and installing SlingPlayer Mobile for Windows Smartphone v1.0 on your device. In particular, you will need Slingbox firmware v1.0.63. (Reminder: when upgrading your firmware, it is advisable that you are on the same local network as your Slingbox.)

Please also note that this version of SlingPlayer Mobile for Windows Smartphone is not compatible with the PAL Slingbox, and also not compatible with Windows Mobile Pocket PC devices. A Slingbox is required to use SlingPlayer Mobile.

System (PC) Requirements

• Windows XP (SP2) Home/Pro/MCE/Win 2K (SP4)
• ActiveSync 4.1 or higher for Windows Mobile 5.0 devices
• Latest version of SlingPlayer PC installed
• Slingbox firmware 1.0.63 (or later)(the latest version of SlingPlayer PC has a firmware version that meets this minimum requirement)

Windows Mobile Device Requirements

To check the operating system version on your smartphone, on your device, go to Start > Settings > About.

• Operating System: Windows Mobile Version 5.0 for Smartphone. [NOTE: this version is not compatible with Windows Mobile Pocket PC devices]
• CPU of 144 MHz (or higher)
• Memory:
  • At least 900KB to install SlingPlayer Mobile
  • At least 4MB of available Program Memory to run it
• Network download speed of 120Kbps (or higher)
• At least 16 gray levels display but 65,536 color is recommended
• Audio support plus speakers or headphones (Stereo support recommended)

Features

• Navigation-focused SlingPlayer interface SlingPlayer Mobile has a versatile navigation-focused interface, customized for devices without a touch screen or stylus.
• Audio-Only and Slide Show modes Two new ways to watch (or should we say "listen to") your Slingbox, where you can optimize for higher audio quality instead of video quality. These features come in handy if you want to listen to the news or a sports game in a low bandwidth environment.
• Automatic Slingbox Directory synchronization SlingPlayer Mobile can automatically copy your PC Slingbox Directory onto your Windows Mobile device.
• Full-screen video SlingPlayer Mobile provides a full-screen or "landscape" mode, to maximize video screen size.
• SlingStream video optimization In a mobile environment, your network connections may fluctuate rapidly, so SlingStream technology determines the best video quality to stream your Slingbox, and is constantly monitoring and optimizing the network for you.
• Multiple input device support Just like SlingPlayer PC, SlingPlayer Mobile gives you the flexibility to switch among input devices hooked up to your Slingbox easily.
• Intuitive remote control menu SlingPlayer Mobile includes all the remote control capabilities as used in SlingPlayer PC, giving you full control over your Slingbox and whatever device you connected to it, including your cable box, satellite receiver, DVR, or DVD player! All are available at your finger tips through an intuitive menu navigation.
• "Favorites" shortcuts Not only can you set shortcuts to your favorite channels, you can also set favorite remote control buttons. You can also customize different shortcuts for each device you hook up to your Slingbox. What’s more; Favorites shortcuts are available in both normal (Portrait) and Full Screen modes, and some of the most common functions are pre-configured for added ease-of-use.
• Conflict Manager Ever need to connect to your Slingbox but found you left yourself logged on from a different location? Now you can use SlingPlayer Mobile to close your other connection (your Slingbox admin password is required)
• Slingbox Finder support Your mobile device automatically communicates with your Slingbox via the Slingbox Finder, a free service.

Recommended Devices for SlingPlayer Mobile

The following Windows Mobile devices have been tested and work with SlingPlayer Mobile™ for Windows Smartphone. You may also find that other Windows Mobile devices that meet the system requirements work just fine. If your device is not listed, it does not mean it will not work well with SlingPlayer Mobile™. Additional recommended devices will be continuously added.

Recommended Devices
i-mate SP5m*
T-Mobile SDA*
HTC Tornado Tempo*
Motorola Q

<sub>Note: While these devices are supported by SlingPlayer Mobile, they strongly recommend you connect to your Slingbox using a 3G cellular connection that meets a minimum network download speed requirement of 120Kbps for optimal viewing experience.
* Supported by SlingPlayer Mobile when used with Wi-Fi connection
List Updated as of May 23, 2006</sub>

Resources on Windows Mobile Smartphone Devices:
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/smartphone/default.mspx

All information courtesy SlingMedia.com