Slingbox test

mmmmmm



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Message Posted:
17/02/2009 10:32

As there was so much interest in the Slingbox, I have set up on on a UK Freeview receiver ( BT Vision) - you'll need that to set up correctly.



Nige , Gooligan and Andy showed the earliest interest in being guinea Pigs.



You can go to



http://downloads.slingmedia.com/go/slingbox-desktop-uk



Download the software for your Operating System and contact me when you need the Slingbox ID and password.



It is LEGAL as only one user can access the unit at one time..



Even with the latest software and firmware I still think you need 1.5 - 2 Meg to view full screen - and I can only give you 250 - 350 upload.. But this will be part one of the test..



Later we can try a faster upload site..



IF we can get this to work, I'll rent out the boxes connections.. It will work on SKY +, and you should be able to view on your mobile phone!

Littlenige



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Message Posted:
17/02/2009 11:00

slingbox downloaded here.



latest speed test result http://www.speedtest.net/result/412592091.png



seems this is ok ?

iceman


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Message Posted:
17/02/2009 11:08

Hi Mark...can you call me on skype sometime today?

mmmmmm



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Message Posted:
17/02/2009 11:17

Hi Mustafa, I'm going to me Ma's now.. this pm OK?

iceman


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Message Posted:
17/02/2009 11:41

sure...anytime today...if not pm then later on.

Washerman


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Message Posted:
17/02/2009 16:48

Slingbox works OK at full screen on 800kbps, so you need a 1 meg download connection uncontended (dedicated) here and 1 meg upload connection uncontended (dedicated) in the UK.



Not as good a picture as VPN connection to BBC i Player or ITV and with these, bandwidth usage is fractionally less and you are still able to view live TV. However, check for bandwidth restrictions on your VPN



All this is available here in the TRNC from a local (registered) company.

FredWest


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Message Posted:
17/02/2009 20:08

Slingbox is the nads..

Littlenige



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Message Posted:
17/02/2009 20:46

so far totally unwatchable

WAZ-24-7



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Message Posted:
17/02/2009 21:00

You can get BBC i player, USA TV, plus others if you perform a hide IP address

procedure.



Download speeds prohibit instant streaming but TRNC Transmission speeds allow you to archive.



There is an Israeli supplier of software on tinternet.

Google "Hide IP address"

mmmmmm



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Message Posted:
17/02/2009 23:38

Dear Waz re msg 9



Hidng an IP address is NOT enough in most cases - you have to SHOW a UK P address.

Littlenige



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Message Posted:
18/02/2009 06:42

just tried again it it a bit like trying to watch you tube before the redline has gone across.



Speed test today pror to watching http://www.speedtest.net/result/413206724.png

Washerman


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Message Posted:
18/02/2009 09:33

Littlenige,



mmmmmm already mentioned that he could only give 250-350 kbps upload.



It just won't work - you need 1Mbit upload speed at the other side.



Washerman

mmmmmm



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Message Posted:
19/02/2009 09:51

Hi Washerman, re msg 12



When Nige connected my ADSL internet connection was performing like a 14.4 modem dial up.. luckily we have two, so I used t'other one. I note that when using slingbox on my wireless network - to watch tv in another room, I need 1.5 - 2 megs..and if I run full screen... :(



I approached Virgin Media - re a deal for a faster connection - at a friend's place - I am limited to ADSL - and they offer max 500 kps ( 0.5 msgs) max and I would be throttled back for heavy use..



Trying to look at a provider that supplies better upload for business application..



Will advise Nige and co will I move the slingbox to the new test location..



For now it is still:

1/ 4.2m dish

2/ UK VPN..

3/ "naughty" file sharing sites..



in order of preference..



I won't give up..

Littlenige



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Message Posted:
19/02/2009 11:38

The idea is very good the quality here at my end is not watchable, if it is going to be available at a modest cost I am sure it could take off especially if it is possible to connect your pc to the tv.



I can with an Archos Machine, or if you have a large screen monitor ( this may need better uploadspeed ?)



I get uk tv programs next day superb quality via http://www.thebox.bz and http://www.uknova.com.



They may not be legal so far as copyright is concerned but we live in an illgal state , buy goods imported illegally, get dvds from dvd shop illegally so does it matter ??

mmmmmm



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Message Posted:
19/02/2009 12:50

Dear Nige, they AREN'T as good as with original source and with a VPN you can watch it LIVE.. ;0



BTW did you see Channel 5 last night? CSKA Moscow v the "Clarets" from Brum ;)



Best football match I've seen for ages well since I saw Spain give England a lesson - Speed, quality, drama



You can always watch it today ;) ..Much better when you DON'T know the score..



Watch out for LOVE.. the Brazilian with the blue hair ;)

Littlenige



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Message Posted:
19/02/2009 12:56

whats a vpn mark ?

mmmmmm



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Message Posted:
19/02/2009 14:40

re msg 16 , Nige



VPN = virtual private network



Once logged on to GOOD one you appear to be located in the country where that server is located..



FAR more reliable than poxy ( sorry, proxy servers) and "anonymous" IP masks ( hiding one's ip)



IF you had one you'd be able to watch Tottenham play the Ukrainian boys from Donetsk on something like http://uktvcatchup.com





You could even email me for a 24 hr trial... ;)



Your chq is in the post, Nige.......

Washerman


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Message Posted:
19/02/2009 17:43

mmmmmm,

You and I are in competition here and I apologise to you because, if Littlenige decides to pursue this, I am sure that he would rather support the local economy by dealing with a local company. It's unfortunate for you, but this puts you at a distinct disadvantage.

mmmmmm



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Message Posted:
19/02/2009 18:03

Dear Washerman, re msg 18



I don't have "competition" only opposition ;)



If I was "punting for biz" I'd hardly be on here telling potential clients that most of 'em don't really own the land their houses are on ;)



You should be "safe"...!

Littlenige



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Message Posted:
19/02/2009 18:15

am sure that he would rather support the local economy........



Out here this usually means pay more under the misapprehension you are supporting the trnc .



What it Usually means is another silly Brit paying through the nose.



Why coz the government puts silly import duties on stuff making the locally economy more expensive.



Another reason is GREED



Lamb in turkey is sold at 14 -18 ytl per kilo here 23 -28 per kilo and the farmers get the same as in turkey apros 7 ytl per kilo Greed on the part of retailers.

Washerman


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Message Posted:
19/02/2009 18:23

Very strange

Littlenige



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Message Posted:
19/02/2009 18:27

WHO ME ???







I am and that is for sure .

Washerman


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Message Posted:
19/02/2009 18:39

mmmmmm,

You have chosen the easy argument, this tells me something about you

mmmmmm



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Message Posted:
19/02/2009 19:07

Dear Washerman. re msg 23



I chose not to "go there" ..



I'm not punting for biz.. I wanted willing Guinea Pigs who I knew or trusted, who could prove a theoretical point I was making...



I "Extend" to you the offer to "drop" the subject, as you've already made me smile, by thinking being in the "TRNC" will be of benefit to clients who would be relying on a service that is heavily "up" end dependent ..





I'm not interested in "working you out".. don't be "offended" ;)

Washerman


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Message Posted:
19/02/2009 19:09

mmmmmm

You must be sweating!

Littlenige



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Message Posted:
19/02/2009 19:14

I think mark may want an Extended MONEY BACK guarantee.

Washerman


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Message Posted:
19/02/2009 19:20

I'm sure that mmmmmm can think for himself

gooligan


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Message Posted:
19/02/2009 19:34

Washerman doesn't do 'money back',well not yet anyway.

Littlenige



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Message Posted:
19/02/2009 19:35

How many are waiting ??



How many have requested ?



How many deserve it ?



HOW MANY HAVE GOT IT ?

Washerman


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Message Posted:
19/02/2009 19:40

Gooligan,

I might pay you a compliment by typing two sentences, but then...

Washerman


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Message Posted:
19/02/2009 19:41

Littlenige,

How many care?

gooligan


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Message Posted:
19/02/2009 20:43

Washerman,I dont require any more sentences,your emails have provided me all the ammunition I need,thank you very much.



It makes me laugh that you offer these 'services',considering you dont know the difference between a 1Mbit connection and a fig roll.

Ask Ronnie,he was the brains in the outfit.

Littlenige



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Posts: 3594

Message Posted:
20/02/2009 17:12

he might form an internet club to fence the boxes