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Dish Network Receiver User Manual

Dish Network Receiver
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Contents
Safety Instructions..........................................................................iii
Chapter 1 - Introduction ..................................................................1
Welcome ...............................................................................................1
About this Receiver ..............................................................................2
Overview ...............................................................................................4
Getting Started .....................................................................................6
Quick Tour of Basic Features ...............................................................7
Quick Tour of the Menus ......................................................................9
Quick Tour of Digital Video Recorder Features ..................................14
Quick Tour of Watching One Program While Recording Others ........18
Quick Tour of Picture-in-Picture (PIP) ................................................19
Satellite Television ..............................................................................21
Satellite Signal Quality ........................................................................21
Chapter 2 - Receiver Description and Installation ......................23
Receiver Front Panel ..........................................................................23
Receiver Back Panel ..........................................................................24
Remote Controls .................................................................................26
Connecting the Receiver to a Nearby TV ...........................................29
Connecting the Receiver to the TV(s) in Another Room(s) ................31
Programming the Recover Button ......................................................35
Changing the TV1 and TV2 Output Channels ....................................36
Connecting the Receiver to the Phone Line .......................................37
Connecting the Receiver to a Dish Antenna System ..........................38
Optional - Connecting VCRs to the System .......................................41
Optional - Connecting to an Off-Air Antenna or Cable .......................42
Optimize Your Remote Controls .........................................................43
Setting Up TV1 to Operate in UHF Pro ..............................................45
Setting Up TV1 to Operate in IR .........................................................46
Chapter 3 - Using the System ....................................................... 47
Using Single and Dual Modes ............................................................47
Using the Remote Controls ................................................................51
Using the Menus .................................................................................56
Changing Channels ............................................................................60
Using the Program Guide .................................................................. 60
Displaying Program Information .........................................................62
Using Favorites Lists ..........................................................................64
Using Timers ......................................................................................67
Watching One Program While Recording Another .............................73
Using the DVR Features .....................................................................80
Using Themes and Search .................................................................87
Using Locks ........................................................................................90

Table of Contents

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Dish Network Receiver Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDish Network
ModelReceiver
CategoryReceiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Instructions

Chapter 1 Introduction

About this Receiver

Overview of the receiver's capabilities, including Single/Dual modes and remote controls.

Getting Started

Steps to order and begin using programming.

Basic Features Tour

Quick tour of essential receiver functions via remote.

Menu Navigation Tour

Navigating the main menu options and features.

DVR Features Tour

Overview of DVR functions like pause, play, skip.

Satellite TV Information

Explanation of satellite TV and signal quality.

Chapter 2 Receiver Description and Installation

Receiver Components Overview

Description of the front and back panels, indicators, and buttons.

Remote Control Usage

Details on remote controls, their types, and basic operation.

TV Connections

Instructions for connecting the receiver to nearby and remote TVs.

System Connections

Connecting the receiver to phone lines and antennas.

Remote Control Optimization

Procedures for changing addresses and checking remote settings.

Remote Operation Setup

Guides for setting up TV1 to operate via UHF Pro or IR.

Chapter 3 Using the System

Modes of Operation

Explains Single and Dual modes and how to switch between them.

Remote Control Basics

Details how to use various buttons on the remote controls.

System Navigation

How to open, close, and navigate through the system menus.

Program Discovery & Information

Shows how to view program banners and browse information.

DVR and Timers

Setting up event timers for recording and tuning programs.

External Device Control

Guides for programming remotes to control TVs, VCRs, and other devices.

Chapter 4 Reference

Troubleshooting Tables

Tables to help diagnose and solve common system problems.

On-Screen Messages

Explains common on-screen messages and their solutions.

Remote Control Troubleshooting

Common issues and solutions related to remote control operation.

Device Compatibility

Manufacturer codes for programming remotes to control various devices.

Appendix

Limited Warranty

Details the terms and conditions of the product warranty.

Residential Customer Agreement

Legal terms and conditions for using DISH Network services.

If You Need Assistance

Information on getting help, exchanges, accessory warranty.

FCC Compliance

Explains FCC regulations regarding radio interference and antenna connections.

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