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Dish Network 500 User Manual

Dish Network 500
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Contents
Important Safety Instructions.............................................iii
Chapter 1 - How to Get Started ..........................................1
Welcome! .....................................................1
Overview .......................................................2
New Features Video......................................2
Getting Started ..............................................3
Quick Tour of Basic Features .......................4
Quick Tour of the Menus ..............................6
Quick Tour of DishPVR Features .................10
Chapter 2 - Parts of the System .........................................15
The Receiver ................................................15
Remote Control ............................................20
Receiver Menus ...........................................27
TV and VCR Connections .............................29
Chapter 3 - Using the System.............................................31
Change Channels..........................................31
Use the Program Guide.................................31
Use the Program Banner...............................34
Use the Browse Banner ................................34
Buy a Pay Per View Program........................36
Use Themes..................................................37
Use Favorites List..........................................38
Use the Search Feature ................................40
Use Locks......................................................42
Use Event Timers..........................................48
Use Caller ID.................................................58
Use Dolby Digital Sound ...............................59
Use the DishDVR Features...........................60
Control Other Devices with the Remote........68
Upgrade the Receiver Software ....................79
Reset the Receiver........................................80
Change Program Languages ........................80
Set Up the Accessory Jack ...........................81
DishHOME Interactive TV Applications.........81

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Dish Network 500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDish Network
Model500
CategoryReceiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Chapter 1 - How to Get Started

Getting Started

Step-by-step instructions for ordering program packages and activating services.

Quick Tour of DishDVR Features

Explains the core functions of the DVR, including pause, play, and rewind.

Chapter 2 - Parts of the System

Remote Control

Comprehensive guide to the remote control, its buttons, and functions.

Chapter 3 - Using the System

Use the Search Feature

How to find programs or information using the system's search functionality.

Use Locks

Instructions for setting up parental controls, channel locks, and receiver security.

Use Event Timers

Guides on setting up timers for recording or tuning to programs automatically.

Use the DishDVR Features

Explains the advanced features of the DVR for recording and playback control.

Control Other Devices with the Remote

How to program the remote to control other home entertainment devices.

Upgrade the Receiver Software

Procedures for updating the receiver's operating software for new features.

Chapter 4 - Installation Instructions

Installing a DISH 500 Antenna

Step-by-step assembly and installation of the satellite dish antenna.

Chapter 5 - Reference

USE THE TROUBLE-SHOOTING TABLES

Guides on diagnosing and resolving common system issues using tables.

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