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Watching Live TV on Sling.com

Help watching your Slingbox SOLO on Sling.com
Sling.com: resetting the LiveTV plugins for Internet Explorer (ActiveX) and Firefox
If you're using the Web-based SlingPlayer LiveTV feature in Sling.com, and you've gotten an error message that you need to reset the ActiveX control (Microsoft Internet Explorer) or the Plugin (Firefox) that LiveTV uses, here's how to do it.
What is Web-based SlingPlayer?
Web-based SlingPlayer is a web page that you can use to connect to your Slingbox and watch your TV anywhere.
What features does Web-based SlingPlayer have?
Web-based SlingPlayer is a web page that offers the basic features of SlingPlayer for your PC... if all you want to do is watch your TV, there's no need to use separate software.
What do I need to use Web-based SlingPlayer?
Here's what you'll need to use Web-based SlingPlayer.
What operating systems are supported by Web-based SlingPlayer?
Currently Web-based SlingPlayer only supports Microsoft Windows.
What browsers are supported by Web-based SlingPlayer?
Web-based SlingPlayer currently supports Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 and higher, and Mozilla Firefox 2 and higher. The beta Mac OS version of Web-based SlingPlayer supports Firefox 3 and Safari 3 or 4.
Where can I get more information about the Slingbox?
Getting more information about the Slingbox.
Why won't the Web-based SlingPlayer plug-in install?
Some tips if you can't get the Web-based SlingPlayer web plug-in to install properly.
How do I install the Web-based SlingPlayer plug-in? How do I remove it?
Need to install or remove the Web-based SlingPlayer plug-in? Here's how.
When I use Web-based SlingPlayer, why don't I see a picture?
Suggested tips if you don't see a picture when using Web-based SlingPlayer.
My Slingbox isn't configured yet, can I do it using Web-based SlingPlayer?
To use Web-based SlingPlayer, you must first use either SlingPlayer for Windows or SlingPlayer for Mac OS to configure your Slingbox.
Where can I buy a Slingbox?
How to buy a new Slingbox!
What's the minimum Internet connection needed for Web-based SlingPlayer?
A minimum download speed of 768 Kb/sec (DSL) is recommended.
Will Web-based SlingPlayer work for customers based outside the US?
Yes. While the sling.com videos are not available to folks outside the US, Web-based SlingPlayer is. You will be able to connect to your Slingbox anywhere in the world and will be able to see the custom remote. However, EPG is only available to Slingboxes that are located inside the US.
Does my Slingbox need special Slingbox Software to use Web-based SlingPlayer?
When using Web-based SlingPlayer, it's always best to use the latest Slingbox Software (also called "firmware").


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