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Installing the Receiver

When the software upgrade is complete, you will see a second message that the receiver's memory is now being programmed. This message may disappear and your screen may go blank for a few minutes. This is normal and does not indicate a problem with the receiver.

8.When the software upgrade is complete and the receiver resets itself, you should now be able to order your programming by calling 1-800-333-DISH (3474). See Chapter 1, Introduction.

Setting the HDTV Resolution

When the receiver has been activated with qualifying DISH Network programming, use the following steps to select the desired HDTV format:

1.Consult your HDTV user’s guide for the HD format that the TV supports (1080i, 720p or 480p). If required, set up the HDTV to display in the format you desire. Some HDTV's will automatically adjust to the resolution setting of the receiver.

2.Press MENU 6-1-9on the receiver remote control to bring up the receiver HD Setup screen.

3.Select the HD format under TV type that matches the format your TV is set up to support. Press Save to save these settings.

4.If you were using the standard definition A/V input, switch your HDTV to display from its DVI or YPBPR component inputs. Consult your HDTV user guide for instructions.

5.Confirm you are watching picture from the receiver over the HDTV connections.

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Contents Contents Contents Safety Instructions Safety Welcome to Dish NetworkTM OverviewTips Getting the Most of Your HD Satellite Receiver If You Need More AssistanceConventions Used in This Guide Quick Start Guide Ordering Your ProgrammingQuick Start Guide Finding Programs To Watch Quick Tour of the Menus Quick Tour of the MenusChapter Quick Tour of the Menus Chapter Rain and Snow Fade Satellite Signal QualityAbout Satellite Television About Satellite TelevisionSolar Interference Receiver Front Panel System Info Button Cancel ButtonPower Button Mode LightsReceiver Back Panel Connections DVI-HDTV/DISH DVI ConnectorYPbPr Component Connectors Receiver Back Panel ConnectionsAudio Digital Output UHF Remote Control AntennaPhono RCA Audio and Video Outputs RCA Audio and Video InputRemote Control Remote ControlTelephone Jack On Screen Low Remote Battery Warning Remote Control BatteriesChange the Address Remote Control SettingsRemote Control Settings Checking the Remote Control AddressAttach a UHF Remote Control Antenna UHF Remote Control AntennaAdd a UHF Attenuator UHF Remote Control AntennaInstalling the Receiver Connecting Your Receiver to an Hdtv or HD MonitorYPbPr Connections Installing the Receiver Connection Diagram ExampleInstalling the Receiver in an Existing Dish Antenna System Chapter Setting the Hdtv Resolution Connecting Your Receiver to a Phone Line Initial Set Up for Off-Air Broadcasts or Cable Initial Set Up for Off-Air Broadcasts or CableHow to Add Local Off-Air Digital Channels How to Add Local Off-Air Analog Channels Chapter Transmit Channel Numbers About Off-Air TV Broadcasts Chapter Volume Button Using the Remote ControlSAT Mode Button Power ButtonsRecall Button Up And Page Down ButtonsGuide Button Up/Down/Left/Right Arrow ButtonsNumber Pad Buttons Using the Remote ControlView TV Button Record ButtonRecover Button Dish home ButtonFormat/Star Button Changing Channels Using the MenusSelecting a Choice in a Menu List Selecting a Menu OptionLists of Choices in the Menus Highlighting a Choice in a Menu ListUsing the Number Pad Using Text FieldsCanceling a Procedure Using the Virtual KeyboardUsing the Program Guide Using the Program Guide Opening the Program GuideSelecting a Program in the Program Guide Using the Browse Banner Using the Program BannerUsing the Browse Banner Using Themes and Search Ordering Pay-Per-View ProgramsThemes Search Using Themes and SearchUsing Favorites Lists Using dish home Interactive TV ApplicationsUsing Favorites Lists Creating or Changing a Favorites ListMaking a Favorites List Active Using Timers Event Timer TypesChanging the Name of a Favorites List Using Timers Event Timer FrequenciesBefore an Event Timer Operates Setting Up a Manual Event Timer Setting Up an Automatic Event TimerQuick Record Overlapping Event Timers Maximum Number of Event TimersEditing an Event Timer Deleting an Event Timer Setting Up the Receiver and VCR to Use a VCR Event Timer Setting Up the Receiver to Control a VCRSpecial Consideration When Using Event Timers Event Timer Performance when the Receiver is OffSetting Up the Receiver to Control a VCR Locking and Unlocking the Receiver Using LocksHow to Set Locks a Two Step Process When You Have Locked the ReceiverCreating or Changing Ratings Locks Using LocksCreating or Changing Channel Locks Locking or Unlocking the Front Panel Buttons Changing the Receiver Password Unlocking or Locking Pay-Per-View ProgramsHiding and Showing Adult Channels Using Caller ID Using Caller IDCaller ID Screens To Turn the Caller ID On and Off Closed Captioning Advanced FeaturesAdvanced Features Setting Up Digital AudioScreen Adjustments HD DisplayScreen Positioning Display Options for Local Channels Changing Program LanguagesDisplay Options for Local Channels Combination Devices Remote Control ModesLimited Mode Control Other Devices with the RemoteControl Other Devices with the Remote Set Up the Remote ControlScan for Device Codes Check the Device Codes Control a TV or a Second TV TV Mode Button Input ButtonUp/Down Arrow Buttons Control a VCR or a DVD Player VCR Mode Button Number ButtonsVCR/DVD Buttons Control a Tuner or Amplifier AUX Mode Button Set the Remote to Control the Device Volume Switching Between TV and Device Volume ControlSet the Remote Back to Control the TV Volume Teaching Another RemoteRemote Teaching Sequence Resetting the Receiver to Factory Defaults Resetting the Receiver to Factory DefaultsTroubleshooting Tools Resetting Your ReceiverDiagnostics Point Dish and Check Switch Troubleshooting ToolsQAM Installations Reference Troubleshooting TablesOn-Screen Messages ReferenceTroubleshooting Tables 078, 079 Dish Pro Twin LnbfHearing a Program Using the Remote ControlUsing the Menus Using the Program Guide or the Browse BannerWatching a Program Using Locks Using Favorite ListsChanging Channels Buying a Pay-Per-View Program Using the Telephone for Voice/Data/FAXUsing Event Timers Troubleshooting TablesTV Codes Device CodesDevice Codes Press 1 before entering the VCR code VCR CodesTV/VCR Combo DVD Player CodesTuner/Amplifier Codes TV/DVD Combo Codes DVD/VCR ComboLimited Warranty What the Warranty CoversWhat the Warranty Does Not Cover If You Need Assistance Legal LimitationsAccessory Warranty Advance Exchange ProgramPost Receipt Exchange Program Residential Customer Agreement Dish Network ServiceResidential Customer Agreement Billing Policies and Payments for Services Cancellation of Service Leased Equipment Limitation of OUR Liability Staying Legal FCC ComplianceTelephone Communication Radio Interference FCC ComplianceAppendix Index Page 138410