I just got a Slingbox Pro. Is the HD Connect device worth the extra money?
Question by rupprupp29: I just got a Slingbox Pro. Is the HD Connect device worth the extra money?
The Slingbox people are obviously being a little vague when it comes to their description of the HD Connect device and what it actually does. From the research I was able to conduct online, it seems like the general consensus is:
The HD connect will improve the video quality if you are 'Slinging' over a LAN, but for remote access (which is solely what I plan on using it for), the video is still compressed to 320 x 240. The one advantage that the HD Connect device offers, even for remote users, is that it adds a component input.
My issue is this: The LAN quality doesn't matter to me. Right now, the extra component input doesn't either. Is there anyone out there who has experience with a Slingbox Pro + HD Connect that can tell me if the remote viewing quality is at all affected by the HD Connect cable? Thanks!
Best answer:
Answer by Brandon S
The current slingbox pro does not have HD built in. Yes, it is extra money. The new Slingbox Pro HD coming out later this year will have built in HD. Also with the Slingbox Pro, it does not have a built digital tuner. It has an analog tuner. It is no big deal because you will be able to buy a digital tuner, but that will also cost you extra money in 2012. 2012 is when cable will no longer be required to broadcast in analog. If you have satellite, then don't worry about this.
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