Creating a custom remote code you can use to configure your Slingbox to control your video source isn’t for the faint of heart. It takes a real geek with lots of patience. But it can be pretty excellent once it’s done.
This article isn’t intended to show you how to create these files, as that’s not something we directly support.
But you can learn about them in the Sling Community discussion forum. And if you make a custom remote code file yourself, or get one from a third party, we can show you how to use the new Slingbox Setup Assistant so SlingPlayer 2.0 for Windows will know where to find your custom remote code file.
What type of file is this?
You can easily identify custom remote code files, because they always end with a .bin extension. However, depending the viewing options you have set within Microsoft Windows, you might not see the .bin file extension, so look for an indication that you’re working with a “bin” file of some kind. 
Where to copy the .bin file
First, drag the .bin file to the SBAV directory. It’s within the SlingPlayer directory, which is within your Program Files directory. The Slingbox Setup Assistant looks here for any custom .bin files. 
Once your file is copied to this folder, launch SlingPlayer. If you’re setting up your Slingbox for the first time, or have recently reset your Slingbox, the Slingbox Setup Assistant opens automatically. If not, connect to the Slingbox you want to change, then run the Slingbox Setup Assistant.
Selecting your .bin file from within the Slingbox Setup Assistant
When you get to the AV setup portion of the Slingbox Setup Assistant, select the type of device that you are configuring. For example, if you’re working with a satellite receiver, select the Satellite option.
When asked for the brand, select Other. It’s at the bottom of the list.
The next page shows you a list of numbered codes, as seen below. If you scroll to the bottom of that list, the final option is Custom. When you select this, a text field appears below the list. 
Type the name of the file (without the .bin extension) in this field. Click the Power button, and the Slingbox Setup Assistant locates the file in the SBAV folder and copies it to your Slingbox. Then it sends a Power signal to your video source. Your device should turn on (or turn off, if it is already on).
Once that’s done, you’re good to go. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish up the Slingbox Setup Assistant.
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