Dish Network Solo 311 User Manual

ATTENTION SYMBOLS, WARNING SYMBOLS, AND GRAY BOXES
You must be aware of safety when you install and use this system. This User Guide provides various
procedures. If you do some of these procedures carelessly, you could injure or kill yourself or damage
equipment or property. Some other procedures require special attention.
The
WARNING! symbol means that if you are not careful,
You could injure or kill yourself, or
You could damage equipment or property.
The
ATTENTION! symbol means you should pay special attention to:
Important instructions for using the system, or
Important instructions for maintaining the system.
The Class II Symbol alerts qualified service personnel to use only identical replacement
parts in this apparatus.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not try to open the case of the receiver. There is risk of electrical shock, which may cause
damage to the receiver and/or personal injury or death to you. There are no user-serviceable parts
inside the receiver. Opening the receiver case or making unauthorized changes will void
the warranty.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
IMPORTANT SOFTWARE NOTICE!
As with all software controlled products, unexpected behavior could arise if the user tries to perform operations in a non-
routine manner. This product, like almost any other high tech product, is subject to bugs and hence EchoStar CANNOT AND
DOES NOT GUARANTEE OR WARRANT THAT ALL FEATURES, SUCH AS PARENTAL CONTROL, WILL WORK
AS INTENDED UNDER ALL CIRCUMSTANCES. EchoStar endeavors to improve such conditions and will periodically
download improvements.
EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE COVERED BY THIS USER’S GUIDE
Note: This User Guide covers the DISH 311 receiver and software model DP311. This Guide may cover other devices, not listed here.
COPYRIGHT NOTICE
Copyright © 2005 EchoStar Technologies Corporation, Englewood, Colorado 80112. All rights reserved.
The information in this User Guide may change without notice. We may issue revisions to tell you about such changes.
Please send comments or questions about this User Guide to: Technical Publications, EchoStar Technologies Corporation, 94 Inverness Terrace East,
Englewood, Colorado 80112.
Part Number: 143334
Printed in the United States of America.
DISH Network is a registered trademark of EchoStar Satellite L.L.C. For information about DISH Network, please visit our website at
www.dishnetwork.com.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.“Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
We acknowledge all product names, trade names, or corporate names we mention in this User Guide to be the proprietary property of the registered owners.

Dish Network Solo 311 Specifications

General

Brand	Dish Network
Model	Solo 311
Category	Receiver
Language	English

Summary

Introduction and Safety

Attention Symbols, Warnings, and Safety Boxes

Explains attention symbols, warning symbols, and gray boxes for safe installation and use.

For Your Safety

Provides essential safety guidelines for operating the equipment.

Quick Start Guide

Guides through initial receiver activation and programming setup.

Satellite Signal Quality

Discusses factors affecting satellite signal strength like rain and solar interference.

Parts of the System

Front and Back Panel Overview

Details the components and connections on the receiver's front and back panels.

Remote Control Operation

Explains the remote control layout, buttons, and battery replacement.

Remote Control Modes and Device Setup

Describes how to set the remote to control various devices and device code setup.

System Menus and Navigation

Details how to navigate menus, highlight options, and select choices.

System Setup and Installation

Guides through system setup, installation, and initial configuration.

Using the System

Changing Channels and Using Menus

Explains methods for changing channels and navigating system menus.

Program Guide and Banner Features

Details on using the program guide, program banner, and browse banner.

Favorites Lists and Timers

How to create, modify, and activate favorite lists and set event timers.

System Locks and Security

Procedures for setting channel locks, rating locks, and managing passwords.

Caller ID and Language Settings

Instructions on enabling Caller ID and changing program/menu languages.

Receiver Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Steps for resetting the receiver and using diagnostic tools.

Reference and Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Tables

Provides solutions for common problems based on 'What's Happening' and 'Possible Reason'.

On-Screen Messages

Describes on-screen messages, their possible reasons, and recommended actions.

Remote Control Troubleshooting

Addresses issues like lost remotes, unresponsive buttons, and IR extender problems.

Device Codes

Lists codes for programming the remote control to operate various devices.

Appendix

Limited Warranty Information

Details the terms and conditions of the limited warranty for the equipment.

Customer Assistance and Support

Provides contact information and procedures for obtaining help and returning equipment.

Residential Customer Agreement

Outlines the terms and conditions of the service agreement with DISH Network.

FCC Compliance

Telephone Communication Compliance

Details compliance with FCC Part 68 rules for telephone network connection.

Compliance Information Statement

States compliance with FCC Part 15 Rules and provides measures for interference.