This article includes an overview of the key features and hardware specifications of the Ignite Entertainment Box (formerly known as Shaw 4K Wireless TV Player). Our wireless Entertainment Box offers a sleek design and exciting features like 4K, WiFi connectivity, and Cloud PVR storage. It works with the Ignite WiFi Gateway modem (formerly known as Fibre+ Gateway modem) to connect over WiFi, fitting in any room without the need for a cable outlet.
Note: We provide two models of the Ignite Entertainment Box: XiOne and Xi6. Both include the same features and work the same way. The model included with your Ignite TV (formerly known as BlueCurve TV) service depends only on available hardware inventory and is not optional.
Features
Key features of the Ignite Entertainment Box include:
- Voice Remote
The Ignite TV Voice Remote is included.
- Wireless Connectivity
Watch TV anywhere in your home.
- Cloud PVR
Record content to the cloud and watch it anywhere, anytime with Ignite TV. Up to six simultaneous recordings are supported.
- 4K (Ultra HD)
Enjoy content in crisp 4K (UHD) where available.
- HDR
High Dynamic Range (HDR10) is supported where available.
- Bluetooth
Connect Bluetooth enabled audio devices including sound bars and other home theatre equipment. Visit How to use Bluetooth on Ignite TV for more information.
- Aim Anywhere
Device can be completely hidden from sight and remote commands will still register from up to 50 feet away.
- Up to 10 TVs with Ignite Entertainment Boxes per account
XiOne hardware summary
Features of the XiOne hardware include:
1 |
Power Light (LED) |
2 |
Ethernet |
3 |
HDMI Out to TV |
4 |
Power (DC) |
5 |
WPS Button |
Xi6 hardware summary
Features of the Xi6 hardware include:
1 |
Power Light (LED) |
2 |
Ethernet |
3 |
HDMI In (Disabled) |
4 |
HDMI Out to TV |
5 |
Power (USB-C) |
6 |
WPS Button |
Hardware comparison
See the chart below for a detailed comparison of each Ignite Entertainment Box model, including connection types and hardware specifications.
Feature |
XiOne |
Xi6 |
HDMI Out |
Yes |
Yes |
HDMI In |
No |
Yes (Disabled) |
HD Compatible |
Yes, 1080p |
Yes, 1080p |
4K Compatible |
Yes, 2160p |
Yes, 2160p |
HDR Compatible |
Yes |
Yes |
WiFi |
Yes |
Yes |
Ethernet |
Yes |
Yes |
Bluetooth Audio |
Yes |
Yes |
Tuners [1] |
N/A |
N/A |
Power |
DC Power |
USB-C |
Manufacturer |
Broadcomm or WNC |
Arris |
Model |
XiOne |
Xi6 |
Width |
11 cm / 4.4 in |
13 cm / 5.41 in |
Depth |
11 cm / 4.4 in |
13 cm / 5.41 in |
Height |
2.2 cm / 0.9 in |
2.3 cm / 0.91 in |
[1] Up to six (6) simultaneous recordings and ten (10) streams are supported. Local tuners are not present.
Light sequence
The Ignite Entertainment Box has a single light on the front to show its status.
- No light
Device off / power save mode
- Slow blink
Booting up
- Solid on
Device on and functional
- Fast blink
An error has occurred