Chapter 1
Why Connect to a Phone Line or Broadband
Solar Interference
Twice a year, the sun moves to a position behind the DISH Network satellites as they orbit the Earth. This event occurs during a few days at the beginning of the spring and the beginning of the autumn and lasts only a few minutes.
During these brief periods, you will not be able to see programs on DISH Network. When the sun has moved from behind the satellites, the programs will reappear. This is an unavoidable natural event and has an adverse effect on many satellite program providers.
WHY CONNECT TO A PHONE LINE OR BROADBAND
Your satellite receiver is equipped with a standard telephone jack that you use to connect to an active telephone line. Keep the receiver connected to an active telephone line so that you will be able to order
Your satellite receiver can be connected to your broadband home network. Currently this connection allows you to order additional content not usually available through your satellite subscription, and you can order
MOVING
Whenever the receiver is turned off using the remote control or front panel POWER button, you will see the DISH Network logo and helpful tips on your TV screen. This feature is included with your receiver to assure you that the connections between your receiver and TV(s) are not lost, and also provides useful information about your receiver and its features. Press POWER or SELECT on the remote control to resume watching
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