Why is my screen fuzzy? - A quick fix!





If your TV shows a fuzzy, snowy, blue or black screen there are a few simple steps you can take to fix this. With your fuzzy or blue screen, you may also see a message “No Signal” or “Unusable Signal” on your screen—This just means your TV is not getting programming input for the tuned channel from your satellite or cable receiver.  If this was a Dish Satellite error, you would receiver an error message usually in a blue box with a number in the upper corner—if you do get this message, write down the number and the channel you were watching and time of day you receive this message and call customer support.  If you have Satellite TV or cable TV and have a receiver (satellite or cable box), first make sure this is turned on.  If you have determined that your receiver is turned on (with Dish Network satellite you will see a light on the box) make sure your TV is tuned to the correct channel; usually to channel 3 or one of the auxiliary inputs on your TV—especially if you have HDTV you may need to have your TV tuned to your HDMI input.  There is usually an input button both on your TV and your television remote.  If you are not sure where your input button is, consult your television manual.  If you have a Dish Network dual receiver (one receiver that services two televisions) your TV2 (usually the TV that does not have the receiver nearby) will usually be set to channel 60 or channel 73.  If none of these steps fix your issue, call customer service.  Dish Network customer service is available 24/7, 7 days a week.  In most cases, your issue can be resolved over the phone by tech support.

Dish Network Tailgater named CES Innovations 2012 Design and Engineering Award Honoree

Dish Networks innovative portable remote viewing satellite dish, the Tailgater, was recently named an International CES Innovations 2012 Design and Engineering Awards Honoree.  This prestigious award was sponsored by the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) ®, the producer of the International CES, is the world’s largest consumer technology tradeshow which has been recognizing achievements in product design and engineering since 1976.  The innovations entries are judged based on engineering qualities including technical specs and materials used, aesthetic and design qualities, the product’s intended use/function and user value and unique/novel features that consumers would find attractive.  The Dish Tailgater is an ideal solution for Dish Network customers to watch their TV while tailgating, camping, for use with an RV or any outdoor activity giving Dish customers full access to all their satellite programming packages on-the-go.  The Dish Tailgater is lightweight (weighing around 10 pounds), portable, HDTV compatible, and easy to use.  The Tailgater is also currently the lowest-priced portable satellite dish available.  Dish Networks Tailgater automatically locates satellite positions thus eliminating the need for manual adjustment.  Set up of the Tailgater takes only a few minutes, and connects to the compatible Dish Network receiver and the customer’s television allowing viewers who have an HDTV to experience high definition virtually anywhere they travel, without the high-cost of other auto-tuning portable satellite dishes.  To experience the most HD available on the go with Dish Network satellite, visit our website to order  Dish Satellite TV  today!

Blockbuster© Movie Pass – The best in TV meets the best in Movies!

New and qualifying returning Dish Network satellite customers now have unlimited access to thousands of movies with Blockbuster Movie Pass!  Blockbuster Movie Pass is now included FREE for new Dish Network Customers and returning qualifying former Dish customers for either 3 or 12 months depending on your choice of programming and Dish Network Plan (3 Month offer requires no plan, programming or term commitments; 12 month offer requires America’s Top 200, 250, America’s Everything Package, or DishLatino Max with a 24 month programming commitment).  With Blockbuster Movie Pass, you have access to Thousands of on-demand movies and TV shows streamed to your TV (for customers with Vip 722k or Vip 622 receiver with broadband internet), Thousands more on-demand movies and TV shows on DISH Online, and an additional 20 entertainment programs including: Centric HD, Crime and Investigation HD, EPIX1 HD/SD, EXPIX 2 HD/SD, Encore Suspense SD, Hallmark Movie Channel HD/SD, Velocity HD, HDNet Movies, Indieplex HD, LOGO HD, MaxTV HD, MGM HD, Movieplex SD, Palladia HD, PixL HD, Retroplex HD, Sony Movie Channel HD, Starz Cinema SD, Sundance Channel SD, Universal HD and World Fishing Network SD.

With Blockbuster Movie Pass, you also have access to unlimited movies, TV shows, Blu-ray, and game discs delivered by mail—More than 100,000 titles to choose from, with no due dates or late fees.  You can also exchange your movies at Blockbuster locations.  Now is a great time to take advantage of these great satellite deals and make the switch to Dish Network Satellite.  Sign up today and start saving!  For more information, including pricing and restrictions click here or call 1-888-2 DISH TV. 
***UPDATE: Blockbuster Movie Pass is now called Blockbuster @ Home -- So many great new choices! 
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New Dish Network Family-Friendly Programming: Heartland Package

Dish Network Satellite is giving consumers even more programming options with the release of its new specialty a la carte package the Heartland Package.  Heartland is a family oriented programming package and includes family friendly movies, classic TV series, concert specials, rural lifestyle content and much more.  The new Heartland add-on package includes channels: gmc (original movies, dramas, comedies and inspiring music), The Hallmark Channel (original movies and award-winning entertainment), Hallmark Movie Channel (family-friendly movies, top-rated movies and miniseries), PixL (HD only channel, original movies and miniseries, dramas, wholesome comedies, love stories) and RFD-TV (providing rural America with a 24-hour schedule of rural news, agricultural features, horse training and informational programming.).   

The Heartland package is available for Dish Network customers as an a la carte add-on to their core programming for a $5.00 monthly fee.  In order to receive all channels of the Heartland Package, customers must have the applicable orbital locations and Dish satellite antenna configuration.  A preview of the Heartland Package is available at no cost to current Dish Network Satellite customers until October 11, 2011.  To order Dish Network Satellite visit our website.

Rugby Fans: Watch the Rugby World Cup on Dish Network Satellite

Rugby Fans don’t miss the Rugby World Cup now available on Dish Network Pay-Per-View.  Get your front row pass to one of the World’s greatest Rugby Events.  Games go on sale two weeks prior to game day and purchase also includes a game replay.  Rugby events currently available for purchase include France v Tonga (10/01/2011 – 12:45 AM ET, Replay 10/01/2011 – 8:00 AM ET) , England v Scotland (10/01/2011 – 3:15 AM ET , Replay 10/02/2011 – 8:00 AM ET), Argentina v Georgia (10/01/2011 – 7:45 PM ET, Replay 10/02/2011 6:00 PM ET), New Zealand v Canada (10/01/2011 – 10:15 PM ET, Replay 10/02/2011 6:00 PM ET), Wales v Fiji (10/02/2011 – 12:45 AM ET, Replay 10/02/2011 9:30 PM ET), Ireland v Italy (10/02/2011 – 3:15 AM ET, Replay 10/02/2011 9:30 PM ET).  Stay tuned for Qualifier Games 1-4 going on sale 10/08/2011. 

To order new Dish Network satellite service, visit our website.

Dish Network Satellite Hits a Homerun with Baseball Fans!

Dish Network satellite announced it has launched the MLB Network, a 24-hour television network dedicated to baseball.  This is a great deal for baseball fans!  Watch your favorite baseball team in stunning HD quality (when available) on this new sports channel dedicated to 24/7 baseball programming.  Dish Network customers who subscribe to America’s Top 200, DISH Latino Dos or MultiSport packages will be able to view this on channel 153 at no additional monthly cost.  The Major League Baseball Network (MLB) provides access to all 30 MLB clubs year-round including more than 100 live regular season games, over 80 Spring Training Games, original programming, coverage of baseball events including the National Baseball Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, and live studio programming, including MLB Tonight.  With TV Everywhere, you will be able to watch the new MLB Network and your favorite team on the go--never miss your favorite game again!

Don’t miss this great opportunity, if you are not already a Dish Satellite subscriber click here to order today!

Dish TV International Programming: Dish Network adds One World Sports

Dish Network satellite has added One World Sports - Zee TV to its channel line-up, making Dish Network satellite a leading provider of Asian programming in the United States.  One World Sports is dedicated to Asian sports and includes Japanese J-League soccer, Korean K-League soccer, Chinese C League soccer and One Asia Tour golf.  ZEE TV has also launched five new channels exclusively on Dish Network, making this a must have for satellite subscribers interested in Asian programming.  Dish Network’s Asian programming line-up includes: Zing, ZEE Business, ZEE Smile, ZEE Kannada and ZEE Marathi, ZEE TV, ZEE Cinema, Alpha ETC Punjabi and TEN Cricket.  Dish Network,  as a leader in international programming continues to add a wide variety of channels from across the globe giving Dish customers more choices than ever.  Visit our website for more information on Dish international programming or to order Dish TV.

Tennis Channel on Dish Network - Tennis 24/7!!!

Don't miss your favorite match ever again with the Tennis Channel on Dish Network Satellite.  The Tennis Channel is the only 24-hour network dedicated to everything tennis.  Watch the US Tennis open and see all the great tennis celebrities for two weeks.  The tennis channel and ESPN2 will provide daily coverage of both men and women singles and double events at the Billie Jean King National Tennis in Flushing Meadows New York.  Past champions such as John McEnroe will give expert play by play insight.  Finals are the weekend of Sept 10, 2011.  Labor Day Weekend attendance is expected to be over 180,000.  Defending champion Rafael Ndal has set all time record attendance in Arthur Ashe Stadium on the grounds of the National Tennis Center.  Last year over 13 million viewers watched all or part of the women's finals and over 11 million watched the men's finals.  Some of the US Tennis Open's star players will be competing in the Davis Cup Competition.  The Davis Cup is the world's largest annual international team competition.  There were 125 nations competing in 2010.  Semifinals begin September 16, 2011.  Can't make it to the game?  Watch it all on Dish Network Satellite in stunning HD quality.  Click here to visit our website and order today!

DISH Network Satellite Exclusive: CMT Front Row Only

Dish Network Satellite has good news for country music fans!  “CMT  Front Row Only on Dish Network” is now available exclusively for Dish Network customers until September 17, 2011 at no additional charge.  CMT (Country Music Television) features the biggest stars performing and taking questions from fans in a small studio audience.  Dish Network customers will have their own “virtual front row seat” to these exclusive performances (in HD when available) on Channel 101 for no additional charge.  Some of Country music’s top artists scheduled to appear include Trace Adkins (8/30/11-9/17/11),  Miranda Lambert (7/25/11 – 8/22/11), Kenny Chesney (8/29/11 – 9/16/11), Toby Keith (9/19/11 – 10/7/11), Rascal Flatts (10/24/11 – 11/14/11). 

Don’t wait until this exclusive event is over!  Order Dish Network Satellite Today!

Football Fans: Get Dish Network NFL Redzone FREE until January 4, 2012

Great news for Dish Network Satellite Football fans!  Dish Network is offering the Multi-Sport Pack Featuring NFL RedZone for new and former qualifying customers who are activated between August 11, 2011 and January 4, 2012.  The multi-sport package includes the NFL RedZone, NFL Network NBA TV, NHL Network, Big Ten Network, Fox Soccer Channel, FUEL TV and over twenty-five sports networks.  NFL Redzone has non-stop football showing you the most exciting touchdowns all in stunning high definition.  NFL Redzone shows you any time a team reaches the 20-yard line, letting you see the most important plays when they happen.  Don’t miss your favorite game ever again—Combine this with TV Everywhere and you can watch NFL Redzone almost anywhere!

To qualify for this special offer, you must be a new or qualifying former customer and subscribe to Dish Networks America’s Top 120 Plus or higher; DishLatino Dos or higher; or Dish America Silver or higher.  You must also activate under the DHA/DHA24, MDU DHA12, Flex24 or FlexTV by Dish promotions.  After January 4, 2012, customers can still enjoy the Multi-Sport Pack ($7/month) by upgrading their service.  This special offer is not valid in Puerto Rico or the U.S.Virgin Islands.  Dish Network satellite customers must also keep their minimum qualifying programming package (listed above) in order to continue receiving the Multi-Sport Pack.  Don’t wait, visit our website to order today!

Special Deal for new Dish Customers: Get a $100 Amex Card with Italian Panorama Italiano Package

For a limited time, new and former residential Dish Network satellite customers who activate under the DHA24 or Flex24 promotional program may be eligible to receive a $100 Pre-Paid American Express Pre-Paid gift card!  To receive your gift card, Dish satellite customers will need to provide a copy of their current cable bill dated within the previous 30 days (DirecTV subscribers and existing Dish Network customers are not eligible for this offer), Activate their service under the Digital Home Advantage-24 (DHA24) or Flex24 promotional program and subscribe to a core programming package and to Italian Panorama Italiano programming package ($19.99/mo).  Dish customers must maintain their subscription to the Italian: Panorama Italiano package for a minimum of 30 days after account activation.  To redeem your pre-paid American Express gift card you must fax a copy of your current cable bill within 30 days of Dish account activation to 303-723-1520 or mail to DISH Network, Italian Dept., 9601 S Meridian Blvd, Englewood, CO, 80112.  Your American Express gift card will be delivered within 4-6 weeks from the date Dish Network confirms your eligibility.  This offer cannot be combined with other special international programming offers and the determination of eligibility under this offer is at the sole discretion of Dish Network.  Dish Network’s Italian: Panorama Italiano Package includes Euronews, MediaSet Italia, Radio Italia solomusicaitaliane, Radio 60 Italia, Rai radio Italia, Rainews 24, raitalia, and Video Italia.  This is just another great deal for international Dish Satellite customers!  Hurry, this offer ends September 30, 2011.  Visit our website to order your programming today!

Good News for Dish Network Cricket Fans

Now through October 9, 2011, New and qualifying former residential Dish Network Cricket Fans can get 3 free months of Cricket Pack—a $60 savings!   Dish Networks Cricket Pack includes NEO Cricket, Willow Cricket and TEN Cricket. New or former qualifying residential customers must activate under the DHA24 or Flex24 promotion and subscribe to core residential programming and any of the South Asian programming packages which include: Bangla Mega Pack, Tamil Mega Pack, Telugu Pack, Malayalam Mega Pack, Punjabi Pack, Prabasi Bengali Package, Marathi Maha Pack, Kantipur TV and Kannada mega Pack.  In order to keep receiving the 3-months of Cricket Pack, customers must maintain their core programming package and the South Asian programming.  After the three-month period the Cricket pack will automatically be removed from the customers account.  Customers who want to keep the Cricket Pack will need to call Dish customer service and subscribe to the package (currently $20/mo).  To order visit our website.

Get a $100 Prepaid Gift Card when you Subscribe to Polish Programming

More great deals are available from Dish Network Satellite for New subscribers.  For a limited time, qualifying new Dish Network residential customers who subscribe to the Polish Super Pak ($29.99/mo) under the DHA-24 or the Flex24 promotional programs may be eligible to receive a $100 American Express pre-paid card.  Certain restrictions apply; including the customer must maintain their subscriptions to the Polish Super Pack for a minimum of 30 days after account activation and must be a new residential customer who qualifies under the DHA-24 or Flex24 promotion.  There are no redemption forms to fill out either online on by mail.  Dish Customers who qualify need to allow about 6 to 8 weeks for the pre-paid card to be delivered.  The Polish Super Pack includes a variety of 100% digital Polish-language channels that include the latest news, entertainment, current events, movies and children’s programming from Poland, 24-hours a day.  Dish Network’s Polish Super Pack includes: Baby TV Polish (BBTVP), EuroNews (EURNS), ITVN, Kino Europa (Kinoe) PosSat 2 (PLSAT), Relgia Television (Relig), TVN 24 (TVN24).  Hurry, this offer expires on August 31, 2011.  To order your Dish Network Service and Polish programming visit our website.

Dish Tailgater – An Affordable solution for RV Enthusiasts

If you own an RV or camper and want an easy and affordable solution to watch your favorite sports or television program while camping, DISH Network satellite has you covered with Dish Tailgater.  This lightweight (10 lbs) automatic antenna is portable and easy to set-up.  No additional power cord is required for the Dish Tailgater, just plug into your ViP 211K receiver with a single coaxial connection.  The Dish Tailgater is a HD Compatible automatic antenna that views orbitals 110 / 119 / 129.  You will need an unobstructed view of the southern sky for the best signal reception.  This antenna is exclusive to DISH Network satellite customers and will cost half of any comparable product currently on the market.  The tailgater will be available late summer of 2011.   For updates regarding Dish Tailgater and for programming information, visit our website.  ***UPDATE: Dish Tailgater is now available!!!***

Dish Remote Access – Control your TV Everywhere

Your smartphone just got a little smarter.  With Dish Network satellite remote access, you can take control of your TV from just about anywhere using your compatible mobile device or computer at no additional monthly cost.  Dish remote access allows you to watch your live and recorded TV on your computer or mobile device, schedule new recordings on your DVR while you’re away from home, view and adjust recording times already scheduled and manage your DVR library all with your compatible smartphone.  Some other great features include the ability to use your smartphone as a remote control for your DISH satellite receiver and browse and search your program guide—search by title, genre, network, keyword or actor.  Dish Network satellite makes it easy to be in control of your programming no matter where you are.  To get started simply download the free Dish mobile application from your compatible smartphone.  For more information visit our website.



What is a Dish Network Sling Adapter?

A Sling Adapter is a piece of equipment you attach to your Dish Network Satellite 722 model receiver in order to watch TV Everywhere at no additional monthly fee.  In order to watch TV Everywhere you need to have access to high-speed Internet.  The thin design of the Sling Adapter makes this add on equipment barely noticeable.  The Sling Adapter is very easy to install.  Make sure your 722 receiver is connected to your high-speed Internet, then simply plug the Sling Adapter into the USB port of your Dish Network 722 receiver.  After you plug the adapter into the USB port, you will see a message on your screen that your adapter has been installed, press ok and your ready to go!  To view your satellite programming log into your Dish account.  Only Dish Network allows you to watch all of your programming and DVR recordings from your laptop, tablet computer or compatible smartphone.  Never miss your favorite show again!  For a limited time, Dish Network customers can get a Sling Adapter at no cost (A $99 Value!).  Visit our website for more details.            

Watch your TV everywhere - FREE!!!

You pay for your TV programming every month why not be able to watch it where you want to? 
Dish Network Satellite allows you to watch 100% of your programming including your DVR recordings from anywhere you have access to a high-speed internet connection.  Watch from your smartphone, iphone, ipad, android, blackberry, ipod touch or laptop computer anywhere you have access to a high-speed internet or 3g internet connection!  If you have ever traveled and had flight delays this really makes the frustration of waiting more bearable.  Don't ever miss the game or your favorite TV show ever again.  In order to get TV everywhere you need a Dish Network 722 receiver and a Sling Adapter.  For a limited time, get your sling adapter FREE!!!  (A $99 Value).  Visit our website and click on live TV to go for details. 

Satellite TV - Dish Network or DirecTV

Many times people ask me why Dish Network satellite is a better choice than DirecTV or cable.  Dish Network offers more programming choices, more value and better technology.  Only Dish Network satellite lets you watch LIVE TV anywhere there is a high-speed connection on your smartphone, tablet or laptop for no extra charge.  Many companies claim to have TV Everywhere, but only Dish Network allows you to watch ALL your channels and LIVE TV.  DirecTV also claims to have HD FREE for life, but to get this you must subscribe to a higher-level package, which can cost up to $114.99/mo everyday price.  DirecTV also has upfront fees Dish Network does not have.  It can cost you almost $300 to connect 3 HD TVs with DirecTV.  Dish Network also has popular channels in HD DirecTV does not have—some of these include AMC HD, E! HD, Style HD, G4 HD, BBC America HD, Investigation Discovery HD.  Dish Network carries 40 HD channels that are not available with DirecTV.  My best advice is to do your homework before getting satellite or cable.  Every pay TV provider gives you a introductory rate, but make sure to ask what your price will be once this discount period ends.

Dish Network Satellite Parental Locks

With the variety of entertainment choices available on Dish Network satellite TV, we understand not all programs are suitable for every audience.  With Dish Network Parental controls you are in charge of what your kids watch.

Dish Parental controls allows you to block programming based on ratings, selected channels such as Dish Pay per view or adult programming. 

To do this, simply press your Dish Network menu button on your remote and select locks from the menu list.  From the lock menu select an option of what types of programs you want blocked.  If you want to block all programs on all channels based on ratings, highlight the ratings and hit select.  There are two options for blocking by ratings—you can block Movies by ratings, Television shows or both.  You can also select options such as language, dialogue, nudity, violence and sexual content.  To block specific channels, you need to select each channel you want to lock.  After making your selections, select done.  After making these changes you will need to go “Lock System” in your menu.  Enter a four-digit password in the area provided and press ok.  If you or someone else attempts to enter in the incorrect password, you may be locked out after three attempts.  You can either wait one hour and re-enter your password or call Dish Network customer service to have your password re-set.

Once you have locked your system, you may need to enter the password to view or delete any programming you have recorded.  If you have a dual-tuner receiver you will need to set the locks on both TV1 and TV2--simply follow the same procedure above.

Blockbuster and Dish Network Satellite


 

  
Looks like good news for Dish Network customers after the satellite TV provider acquired Blockbuster.

New Dish customers are eligible to receive Blockbuster by mail FREE for 3 months.  Blockbuster by mail allows you to choose from thousands of DVD titles online which are then shipped to your home for FREE--no more trips to the local video store.   Returning the movie is easy--put the DVD in a prepaid shipping envelope and stick in the mail.  You can also exchange the DVD in any Blockbuster store for another movie. This is a great deal for Dish customers. 


This is a limited time offer so hurry if you want to take advantage of this great deal.

 Some restrictions do apply so take a look at our website for details.