March 7th, 2014
The Walt Disney Corporation and DISH Network satellite TV provider have reached a wide-ranging and historical agreement between the two companies, DISH announced this week.
The renewal agreement supports the companies’ mutual goal to deliver the best video content to customers across multiple platforms by strengthening the value of the multi-channel video subscription today and by creating the opportunity for DISH to deliver new services in the future. Read more
Categories: DISH & TV news
August 19th, 2013
DISH Network from Cannon Satellite TV of course means getting satellite TV the way that you want it. This has been something that is pretty-well established. But when you become a customer of DISH Network, you’re also opening up the chance to get dishNET satellite Internet to go along with your DISH package. You may not be familiar with the fact that DISH Network has a service for Internet that allows customers to bundle these together. It is a great way to help you save on your bills all while getting serious satellite TV and Internet service.
There are plenty of reasons why you ought to consider going with dishNET for your Internet service. DISH Network partners with HughesNet and Viasat to bring customers satellite Internet the way that they want it.
Ordering DISH Network means that you’ll have the ability to bundle together the satellite TV and Internet service, which means that there is only one bill to pay. DISH Network will set you up with a lower price based on which one of the several tiers that you want to go with. Between the Smart Pack and America’s Top 250 Pack, you’ll be able to get anywhere between 5 and 10 Mbps, depending on where you live.
Bundling also means that you could get a discount on your monthly price as part of being a DISH customer. Call to learn more about the different levels of prices that come along with each of the data plans that you can choose.
As you should expect from DISH Network, bundling DISH TV and dishNET together means having customer support access at all hours of the day, even in the late hours. This is service that you can come to depend on whenever it is needed.
With TV and Internet together, you’ll be able to check out the awesome features of DISH that you can only use with an Internet connection. This means services such as On Demand programming, DISH Apps and plenty more. Why miss out on these features? Putting together dishNET and satellite TV is a sound option for any DISH customer.
Categories: DISH & TV news
April 16th, 2012
You may be wondering what is the difference between Dish Network and other satellite companies or even cable TV. Aren’t they all the same?
There are several things that set Dish Network apart from their competitors. First, they offer innovative products at a reasonable price. They have a whole home DVR system in the Hopper, TV Everywhere that allows you to watch your favorite programs regardless of where you are, and Google TV that lets you enjoy the internet on your television. While each of these products may cost more than basic satellite programming, Dish Network remains competitive with other companies that are offering similar services.
Another thing that Dish Network offers is more movies. They have Blockbuster @Home that lets you choose between getting movies in the mail, online, On Demand, and 20 movie channels that include Starz Cinema. You will never run out of movies to watch and you can watch them first.
Superior customer service is another reason Dish Network is so popular. They are one of the only entertainment providers that has 24 hour customer service 7 days a week. You can talk to someone over the phone or online even in the middle of the night.
Prices are another reason Dish Network stays on top. They offer the lowest cost for their packages and didn’t raise their prices last year when other companies did.
Dish Network offers advanced technology that is easy to use. While they seek to keep up with the trends in today’s technology, they also strive to create products that the average person can program without problem. What good is fancy gadgets if you can’t use them? Dish Network’s award winning DVRs are simple to set up and user friendly.
It’s easy to trust a family-owned business and that’s what Dish Network is. They were founded by the Ergens and a friend back in 1980 and they have kept the same values ever since. In a world of big corporations and conglomerates, it’s nice to have a company that is all about family.
You can choose any or all of the reasons above to believe in Dish Network. Great value, great entertainment, and great values make it the right choice for anyone.
Categories: DISH & TV news
January 9th, 2012
LAS VEGAS, NV–(Marketwire – Jan 9, 2012) – (NASDAQ: DISH) — DISH Network L.L.C. and ViaSat Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT) today announced the availability of next-generation satellite broadband service bundled with DISH’s popular satellite television service. In February, DISH will launch its advanced satellite broadband packages with up to 12 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload speeds bundled with a variety of DISH TV programming packages.
The DISH broadband bundle includes:
DISH’s bundled video and broadband products offer consumers speed, value and excellent customer service with a single bill and one installation. The new bundled offer is a great alternative for the millions of American consumers, mostly rural, with limited broadband options.
“This is one more example of DISH meeting the needs of consumers,” said DISH CEO Joe Clayton. “The market potential for this new Internet service is substantial given the nearly eight million to 10 million mostly rural American households that are unserved and millions more left with slower broadband alternatives.”
ViaSat will provide the satellite delivery services enhanced by DISH billing, installation, customer service and merchandising.
For more information, visit www.dishnetwork.com/internet. Logos for DISH and ViaSat are available at http://press.dishnetwork.com/Press-Center/Photo-Library.
About DISH Network
DISH Network Corporation (NASDAQ: DISH), through its subsidiary DISH Network L.L.C., provides approximately 13.945 million satellite TV customers, as of Sept. 30, 2011, with high quality programming and technology with the most choices at the best value, including HD Free for Life. Subscribers enjoy the largest high definition line-up with more than 200 national HD channels, the most international channels, and award-winning HD and DVR technology. DISH Network’s subsidiary, Blockbuster L.L.C., delivers family entertainment to millions of customers around the world. DISH Network Corporation is a Fortune 200 company. Visit www.dish.com.
About ViaSat
ViaSat delivers fast, secure communications, Internet, and remote network access to fixed sites or on-the-move. The company provides networking products and managed network services for enterprise IP applications; is a key supplier of network-centric military communications and encryption technologies and products to the U.S. and allied governments; is the primary technology partner for gateway and customer-premises equipment for consumer and mobile satellite broadband services; and offers high-speed Ka-band satellite broadband services. Based in Carlsbad, Calif., ViaSat has established a number of worldwide locations for customer service, network operations, and technology development.
Categories: DISH & TV news
December 16th, 2011
Tune your TV’s to ESPN this Sunday for what will undoubtedly be the most talked about game, well, until the next one. Â Tim Tebow and Tom Brady face off for the first time. Â This will be an exciting game, and I will be watching.
The NFL RedZone from Dish Network will capture every moment of this exciting game.
One thing is certain, this week will test Tim Tebow and the Broncos. Â Can Tebow pull of this 4th quarter magic and lead the Broncos to a Win, or will the Broncos be the latest victim of the Patriot powerhouse?
The Broncos are currently 8-5 to the Patriot’s 10-3 record.
Categories: Channels & Shows
August 12th, 2011
Just bought a new tablet PC and want to check out all of the cool new features? See how DISH Network can help maximize the entertainment value of your new tablet!
The same TV you watch at home is now available on the go. All your channels, everything on your DVR – now at your fingertips. Enjoy your local news, live sports, and favorite TV shows on your computer or mobile device.
For a limited time get a free Sling adapter to go with your tablet, and watch TV everywhere!
When you sign up for a new account from DISH Network you can get all 4 premium networks free for three months. That means three months free to watch HBO and Cinemax at home and access to the HBO Go and MAX Go free apps available for iOS and Android tablets. Take your favorite shows and movies streaming with you anywhere.
With DISH remote access you can fully control your DVR receiver from anywhere. Forget to set a timer for a show you really must see? No problem, even if your in the office or on the go, you can use your tablet to quickly and easily control your DVR receiver.
Categories: DISH & TV news
August 8th, 2011
Switch from DIRECTV and choose from 6 packages with everyday prices that cost less than DIRECTV’s basic package. For the most-watched channels in America, you’ll pay less and get more with DISH Network.
DIRECTV claims to have the most advanced technology, but only DISH Network gives you TV Everywhere, and the ability to watch live TV and DVR recordings anywhere, anytime on your laptop, smartphone or tablet.
DIRECTV’s Whole-Home DVR is supposed to allow you to access your DVR from any TV in your home. In truth only ONE television can be used as a DVR, you cannot pause or rewind live TV on your other TVs. Some may be okay with only having one TV able to act as a DVR, as long as you can access the DVR recordings from all of your other TVs. Well only one receiver can access DIRECTV’s Whole-Home DVR at a time, meaning you can only watch recordings from one TV at a time. DIRECTV’s Whole-Home DVR requires a separate HD receiver for each television, that’s an additional $99 charge for each extra receiver.
DIRECTV says they offer free HD for life, but that only applies to their higher-level packages, which can cost up to $114.99/mo.
DIRECTV offers only half the programming choices that DISH Network delivers – that’s not much of a choice.
Why pay more for less?
Categories: DISH & TV news
June 28th, 2011
When comparing everyday prices, DISH Network has 6 packages under $60 per month. Comcast only gives you a choice of two packages under $60. Plus, in the past year, Comcast has already increased their prices twice in some markets. Hundreds of thousands of households across the country have seen their prices increase by as much as $6 a month, and that’s just for programming. Comparing package for package, DISH Network simply costs less:
Comcast would have you believe that by bundling phone, internet and television services you can save money, but you’d spend an of $130 a month for all three services and as much as $65.45 for television alone. DISH Network offers the lowest all-digital prices nationwide. Our prices start as low as $24.99/month for our base package, which means if you unbundle your Comcast television service, you can save as much as $40.46/month with DISH Network.
Categories: DISH & TV news
June 24th, 2011
When you sign up for a DISH Network account you receive a free, professional installation from a friendly, extensively trained DISH Network technician.
A professional DISH Network technician will come to your home on the day you select – you can choose between morning hours (8am to 12pm) or afternoon hours (12pm to 5pm) – and install your whole home DISH Network system. This may include:
The technician will arrive during the selected time frames – morning hours (8am to 12pm) or afternoon hours (12pm to 5pm) – and from there it can take between 2-4 hours to complete. Each installation is different, however, so it may the technician less or more time to have your system fully operational. The timeframe options apply only to the technicians arrival time and do not indicate when the installation will be completed.
Categories: DISH & TV news
May 26th, 2011
DISH Network remotes are designed to not only control your DISH Network receiver but also most other devices in your home theater system. Being able to use one remote to control your entire entertainment center simplifies and enhances your viewing. DISH Network works hard to maintain an accurate and comprehensive remote code database, but sometimes the codes provided do not work for your device or there are no current codes available. In this instance you can perform a power scan.
A power scan scans through all of the remote codes from 000-999 while sending out a signal to power off, you’ll know when you’ve found the code that works with your device when it turns off.
Make sure the device you are programming your DISH Network remote to control is powered on and you are standing within 10-feet of it and have the remote pointed directly at it with no obstructions in between – including any glass entertainment center doors or other seemingly “see through” objects.
At the top of your DISH Network remote there are four clear buttons, these are the mode buttons that are used to select which device you’d like your remote to control.
TV: When in this mode your remote will control your television, such as volume functions and changing the channels or inputs on your television. When your remote is programmed to your TV, you do not need to be in TV mode to control your volume, this can be done from SAT mode. Your remote should usually be in SAT mode for normal viewing functions.
VCR/DVD: This button is used to be programmed to your VCR or DVD player so you can control the power, and with DISH Network remotes that control DVR receivers you can control the play, pause, stop, rewind and other VCR/DVD functions.
AUX: Auxillary mode is used to program your remote to additional electronic devices in your home theater system, such as an additional VCR/DVD players or stereo equipment.
Press and hold the mode button you’d like to program for approximately 10 seconds and all of the mode buttons will light up.
Release the mode button and the button you are programming will begin to blink.
While the desired mode button is blinking please press and release the big red power button (not the smaller “TV” power button if present). Once released your desire mode button should stop blinking and become steady.
While the desired mode button is lit steady you can begin pressing the up-button. The up-button us the button just above the “Select” button, as shown in the image below. You want to make sure when you press the up-button the desired mode button is turning off, not on, to make sure the remote is performing the power scan.
Continue to press the up-button about once every two seconds. This process may take several minutes.
Once you’ve found a code the device will respond to you’ll know as the device will power off. As soon as this happens press the POUND (#) button to program that code to the mode button.
After you press the POUND (#) button the mode button will blink rapidly and then go out.
Test the remote functions now, can you turn the device back on and perform other controls?
If you are unable to locate a code for your device we apologize. Unfortunately electronic devices vary widely and so it is impossible to gaurantee one remote will work with every single one.
Categories: Equipment & Remotes