README
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IMPORTANT:  If you have any problems PLEASE read ALL of this file before you post a question on the forums.  In particular, if you just reply that 'it doesn't work' you probably wont get any further assistance :-)

This ZIP file contains 2 BIN files.  

Installation depends on your Slingbox:

Slingbox 350/500
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Follow the instructions at:

http://placeshiftingenthusiasts.com/how-to-add-custom-remote-bin-file-on-slingbox-500-and-350/

and use just the PL.BIN file.

Other Slingboxes
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Follow the instructions at:

http://placeshiftingenthusiasts.com/forum/sling-player-remotes/how-to-add-custom-remote-bin-files-on-slingboxes-other-than-the-350500-1/

If you have a Pro-HD then use the PL.BIN file.  For other Slingboxes try both the files. 

Once you have completed the setup and the BIN files have been downloaded to the Slingbox they are not used any more and can be deleted. 

BUTTON MAPPING
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I have mapped all the logical keys.  Extra functions have been mapped to the Custom Menu on the remote (Right-click on the Remote to pull up the menu) as follows:

Custom 10:	Timeshift
Custom 11:	Timer
Custom 12:	F1
Custom 13:	F2
Custom 14:	F3
Custom 15:	List (Also on White button)
Custom 16:	Audio
Custom 17:	TV
Custom 18:	Subtitle
Custom 19:	HDMIRx
Custom 20:	Radio
Custom 21:	Help
Custom 27:	Teletext
Custom 28:	V-Key

And if you are using the Standalone Slingplayer for MAC, which has not been updated to show colour buttons on the basic remote then:

Custom 22:	Red
Custom 23:	Green
Custom 24:	Yellow
Custom 25:	Blue
Custom 26:      White  (List function)

And to answer the obvious question, you can NOT rename the Custom menu options to their function, SlingMedia do not allow that.  

REMOTE IMAGE
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This file will use the basic, default, remote image.  If you know of a built-in remote that actually displays a realistic remote then go back on the forum and I will see what I can do. 

But if you want a much better remote 'skin' which does include the Custom Buttons, then check out this thread:  http://answers.slingbox.com/thread/8533?tstart=0  (Not for SLingbox 350/500, Sling have removed that functionality from these boxes)

PROBLEMS ??
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If you have problems please do NOT just report back it 'doesn't work', that is totally useless for someone trying to understand what is going on.  So please report the following:

1.   What model Slingbox do you have?

2.   Was there any error message after you typed in the Code and tapped the Test button ?

3.   Did you give the commands plenty of time to react ?  (I have a DVR that takes about 6-8 seconds to power up/down)

4.   If you are using a Solo did you try both BIN files ?

5.   After completing the setup do any of the buttons work ?

6.   If you are installing on a Solo or Pro-HD or older box, have you used a Digital Camera to confirm the IR Blaster is actually firing when you tap the Power button ?  (Watch the tip of the IR Blaster thorugh the viewfinder while you tap a button.  You should see a white (not red) flash).  If you are using a 350/500 have you tried using the external blaster ?

7.   Have you experimented with the placement of the IR Blaster ?  On some devices this is critical so don't give up too quickly.

8.   Are you sure the device is working correctly using the real remote ?
