User guide

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Welcome
Chapter 1
WELCOME
Thank you for choosing DISH Network. You are about to experience the excitement and
convenience of our Direct Broadcast Satellite (DBS) service, which delivers the very best
picture and sound quality. DISH Network consistently provides the latest products and
satellite-delivered services—with high performance, ease of operation, and a wide variety
of entertainment options.
Your new DISH Network receiver has two built-in satellite tuners supporting viewing in
standard or high definition. In addition, an optional over-the-air tuner module is also
available. After installing this optional module (see the “Over-the-Air Module Installation
Instructions” that came with your optional module), you can watch programs on digital
channels received over the air, selecting them from the Program Guide much the same
way you do with satellite channels. Additionally, a host of other functions make your new
receiver one of the most versatile and exciting devices in home entertainment.
This satellite receiver lets you decide how you watch TV. You can experience audio and
video with full digital quality. You can create reminders for your favorite programs and not
miss any of the action, or you can record a program on your VCR to watch later.
HOW TO USE THIS USER GUIDE
This section explains how the user guide is divided and the conventions used throughout.
Guide Overview
The information in this guide is separated into several chapters to make it easy for you to
find exactly what you’re looking for:
• Chapter 1: Introduction gives you a brief overview of DISH Network and your new
receiver.
• Chapter 2: Receiver & Remote Controls explains the basic features of your system
and how to use the remote controls, front panel buttons, and back panel connections.
• Chapter 3: Finding Programs to Watch describes how to change channels and look for
programs.
• Chapter 4: Pay-Per-Programs shows you how to order and watch Pay-Per-View and
DISH On Demand programs.
• Chapter 5: Favorites Lists explains how to create, name, and use favorites lists.
• Chapter 6: Locks explains how to set locks and passwords.
• Chapter 7: Interactive TV describes how to use the DishHOME Interactive TV
features of your satellite TV system.
• Chapter 8: Timers describes how to set up and use timers and the timers list.
• Chapter 9: Remote Control Setup contains instructions for programming your remote
to control your satellite receiver and equipment like a TV, VCR, or DVD player.
• Chapter 10: Receiver Customization shows you how to customize your receiver.
• Chapter 11: Connections and Setup explains how to connect your satellite receiver to
your TV, as well as to other equipment like a VCR.