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Dish Network Satellite Receiver User Manual

Dish Network Satellite Receiver
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Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Dish Network Satellite Receiver Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDish Network
ModelSatellite Receiver
CategoryReceiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Welcome

Welcomes user to DISH Network service, highlighting features and benefits.

How to Use This Guide

Explains the manual's structure and conventions for easy navigation.

About Your DISH Network Account

Details how to order packages and find account information.

Watching TV Now

Guides on simple ways to change channels and find something to watch.

Additional Services

Overview of extra services like Pay-Per-View and DishHOME features.

About Satellite TV Reception

Explains how satellite TV works and factors affecting signal.

Why Connect to a Phone Line

Details the necessity of a phone line for certain features and services.

Receiver and Remote Control

Remote Control

Explains how to use the remote control, including batteries and antenna.

Satellite Receiver Front Panel

Describes the controls and indicators on the front of the satellite receiver.

Satellite Receiver Back Panel

Details the connections and ports on the back of the satellite receiver.

Using the Menus

Guides on navigating and selecting options within the receiver's menu system.

Using Text Fields

Explains how to enter text using the virtual keyboard or number pad.

Finding Programs to Watch

Changing Channels

Instructions on how to change channels using arrows, numbers, and inputs.

Using the Program Guide

How to use the guide to view programs, change channels, and set recordings.

Using the Browse Banner

Explains how to use the browse banner to see other programs and information.

Using Search to Find a Program

Guides on using the search feature to find programs by keywords.

Finding a Program by its Theme

How to find programs by category such as movies or sports.

Pay-Per-View

Buying a Pay-Per-View Program

Steps to order programs through the Pay-Per-View service.

Reviewing Pay-Per-View Purchases

How to view past Pay-Per-View events that have been purchased.

Favorites Lists

What are Favorites Lists?

Explains the purpose and functionality of creating custom channel lists.

Creating or Changing Favorites Lists

Step-by-step guide to add or remove channels from favorites lists.

Naming Favorites Lists

Instructions on how to name custom lists with up to eight characters.

Using Favorites Lists

How to navigate and utilize the created favorites lists.

Locks

What are Locks?

Explains the function of password-protecting programming based on ratings or channels.

Creating or Changing a Password

Steps to set up or modify the security password for the receiver.

Locking and Unlocking Your Receiver

How to enable/disable the receiver's lock feature using the password.

Creating or Changing Ratings Locks

How to set locks based on MPAA and expanded content ratings.

Creating or Changing Channel Locks

Instructions for locking specific channels, including Pay-Per-View.

Locking or Unlocking Pay-Per-View Channels

How to lock all Pay-Per-View channels or individual ones.

Hiding Adult Content

Prevents adult channels from appearing in guides and lists.

Locking or Unlocking the Front Panel

Secures the receiver's physical buttons using a password.

Interactive TV

DishHOME

Accessing interactive features like news, sports, and customer support via the DISH button.

Customer Support

Accessing account information, billing, and support services through the receiver.

Timers

Timers

Explains what timers are, their types (VCR, Auto/Ext, Reminder), and frequencies.

Using the Timers List

How to view, create, or edit timers from the timers list.

Setting Up a Quick Record

The fastest way to record favorite shows using the record button.

Setting Up an Automatic Timer

Steps to create a timer for future events.

Deleting a Timer

How to remove timers that are no longer needed.

Overlapping Timers

Handling situations where event timers conflict due to overlapping times.

Remote Control Setup

Improving Receiver Control

Instructions to optimize remote control performance, including changing address.

Controlling Other Components

How to program the remote to control other devices like TVs and VCRs.

Recover Button

Using the RECOVER button to restore satellite video after accidental input changes.

Teaching Another Remote Control

How to program a universal learning remote from the original remote.

Receiver Customization

Using Caller ID

How to enable and use the Caller ID feature for incoming calls.

Changing Languages

How to select alternate audio languages for programs.

Using Closed Captioning

Setting up and using closed captioning features for programs.

Using Dolby® Surround Sound

Configuring the receiver for surround sound output via an external decoder.

Changing the Program Guide Order

How to set channels in ascending or descending order in the guide.

Changing the Guide Display

Customizing how the program guide is displayed on screen.

Resetting to Factory Defaults

Restoring the receiver to its original settings, excluding locks and addresses.

Connections and Setup

Connecting to a TV

Guides on connecting the receiver to a television using various methods.

Connecting to Your Dish Antenna

Steps for connecting the satellite dish to the receiver.

Connecting the Phone Line

How to connect the receiver to an active telephone line for service functionality.

Connecting a VCR

Instructions for connecting a VCR to the receiver for timer functionality.

QAM Installations

Specific installation procedures for clustered housing or distribution systems.

Using Troubleshooting Tools

How to use diagnostic tools to resolve issues, often with a representative.

Troubleshooting Tables

Message Numbers

Lists error message numbers, their possible reasons, and solutions.

Changing Channels

Troubleshoots issues related to channel scanning and display.

Remote Control

Troubleshooting common remote control issues like not responding or power problems.

Menus

Troubleshoots problems related to menu behavior, such as sudden closing.

Program Guide or the Browse Banner

Solves issues with displaying channels or programs in the guide.

Favorites Lists

Addresses problems with applying or displaying favorites lists.

Watching A Program

Troubleshoots issues related to picture and sound during program playback.

Caller ID

Solves problems when the Caller ID feature is not functioning correctly.

Locks

Addresses issues where set locks are not taking effect or passwords are forgotten.

Remote Control Device Codes

TV Codes

Lists device codes for programming the remote to control TVs.

VCR Codes

Lists device codes for programming the remote to control VCRs.

DVD Player Codes

Lists device codes for programming the remote to control DVD players.

TV/DVD Combo Codes

Lists codes for remotes controlling both TV and DVD devices.

TV/VCR Combo Codes

Lists codes for remotes controlling both TV and VCR devices.

DVD/VCR Combo Codes

Lists codes for remotes controlling both DVD and VCR devices.

Appendix

Limited Warranty

Details the terms, coverage, and limitations of the product's warranty.

Residential Customer Agreement

Outlines the terms and conditions for DISH Network services and equipment use.

Staying Legal

Information on federal laws regarding piracy and copyright protection technology.

FCC Compliance

Details FCC regulations, telephone communication, and signal strength requirements.

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