Dish Network Satellite Television User Manual

Chapter1: Introduction

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BOUT SATELLITE TELEVISION

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ELCOME

Congratulations. You are about to experience the
pleasure and convenience of Digital Broadcast
Satellite - the digital transmission technology that
allows the absolute best in picture and sound quality
combined with the the most up- to-date satellite
products and services.

As the leader in convergent technology and one of
the world’s most reputable providers of satellite
products and services, we assure high performance,
ease of operation, and a vast array of entertainment
options. Widely recognized in the industry for
extensive research and development activity, we will
continue to produce advanced technology to keep
you current on the most up-to-date options to support
your complete home entertainment system.

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For basic installation procedures, see the Installation
Instructions booklet that came with your system. For
more detailed installation procedures, see the
Installation Kit Guide included in the optional
Installation Kit. For information on professional
installation, call the DISH Installation Network
1-800-799-7175.

For assistance using the receiver or remote:

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ORE INFORMATION

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Satellite television uses a satellite in a
geosynchronous orbit over the Earth to deliver
television and audio programming. This type of
orbit enables the satellite to stay aligned over o ne

place on the surface of the Earth. Once the satellite
dish is aimed at the satellite, the dish does not have to
move to follow it.

The programming signal is transmitted to the satellite
from a facility on the ground called the “Uplink
Center.” The satellite then transmits the signal to the
dish. The signal the receiver processes is customized
based on the programming or information services
ordered.

1. Review the part of this Guide that covers the desired subject.

2. If this does not help, review the Problems and Solutions Tables beginning on page 4-9.

3. If this does not help, call Customer Service at
1-800-333-3474, or see the home page
at http://www.dishnetwork.com on the World
Wide Web.

To receive DISH Network
services, you must have a satellite dish and receiver
installed that are compatible with the DISH
Network
must connect the receiver to an active telephone
connection.

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. To order pay per view programs, you

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ATELLITE SIGNAL QUALITY

AIN AND SNOW FADE

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Heavy rain, snow, or cloud cover can block the
satellite signal, which can interrupt your
programming service. By aiming the satellite dish to
get the strongest signal, you can help prevent rain and
snow from interrupting the signal.

OLAR INTERFERENCE

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Twice a year, the sun moves to a position behind the
satellite, in orbit around the Earth. The exact time of
the year that this occurs varies, depending on the
location, but it will be around the beginning of spring
and again around the beginning of autumn. When the
sun is directly behind the satellite, solar energy
overpowers the satellite signal for just a few minutes.
This is an unavoidable natural event for all satellite
television program providers. During this period, you
will not be able to see programs. Once the sun has
moved from behind the satellite, the programs will
reappear.

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UICK START CHART

The following information helps you get a fast start
using the system. The left column describes some
common options and the right column shows which
button on the remote control to use.

Change Channels

If you are watching a program, press the
remote control Up or Down arrow button, or
enter the channel using the number pad but­tons. You can also use the reciever front
panel buttons.

Open the Main Menu

Press the remote control MENU button.

Open the Program Guide

Press the remote control GUIDE button.

Open the Browse Banner

Press the remote control BROWSE button.

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VAILABLE SERVICES

The DISH NetworkSM provides a wide range of
exciting and entertaining services covering a variety
of interests, including movies, sports, news,
education, hobbies, music, shopping, comedy, and
more.

Subscription Services are program channels or
services that you purchase for extended periods.
They are billed at regular intervals, and remain
activated until you call Customer Service to cancel
them.

Packa

e Services are groups of services offered to

you at a discount. They provide the greatest value to
you because they combine the services that you want
to activate at a reduced rate.

One-Time Services are special broadcast events
and other purchases you use once. They include pay
per view programs, and special programming.

Order a Pay Per View Program

Choose the program using the Program Guide, and follow the on-screen insructions.

See the Last Channel You Watched

Press the remote control RECALL button.
Press this button repeatedly to switch
between the last two channels

Select a Program Based on a Theme

Press the remote control Left arrow button.
If the Main Menu is open, select the Themes
option, select the Theme, then the program.

See Information about a Program

Press the remote control INFO button while
using the Program Guide, Browse Banner,
Themes, or while watching a Program.

Activate a Favorites List

Press the remote control GUIDE button to
open the Program Guide. Press the GUIDE
button repeatedly to scan through the availa­ble Favorites Lists.

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