The Dish Network Receiver’s Guide
DISH Network receivers have come a long way since the days when all you did was flip satellite TV channels. Now they can pause and replay live TV, record their favorite shows, and stream their shows in HD (high definition). Here’s a guide to the various DISH Network receivers and what they can do.
DISH Network Standard Receivers
In addition to changing your channels, DISH Network’s entry-level receiver has an on-screen program guide so you can see what’s on satellite TV. It also has an interactive TV feature that gives you access to breaking news reports, sports, weather, games, and customer service from DISH Network. And it includes parental control locks so you can restrict the TV shows your kids watch,
Standard receivers are free when you order DIRECTV satellite TV programming.
DISH Network HD Receivers
HD receivers have all the features of standard receivers, plus you can watch your shows in high definition for the clearest, most lifelike picture available, and listen to your shows in digital audio for theater-like sound.
HD receivers are free when you order DIRECTV satellite TV programming. You must have an HD TV to view HD programs.
DISH Network DVR Receivers
DVR receivers have all the features of standard receivers, plus you can pause and play live TV. You can also store up to 350 hours of your favorite shows on your DVR’s hard drive, and you can record two shows simultaneously while watching a recorded show.
HD DVR receivers let you record your shows in high definition for a true picture and theater-quality sound.
DVR and HD DVR receivers are free when you order DIRECTV satellite TV programming. However, you must purchase DVR service in order to record satellite TV programs.
Bottom line
If you don’t have an HDTV and don’t want to record satellite TV shows, all you need is the standard receiver. If you want the best picture quality available and you have an HD TV, you’ll need the HD Receiver.
If you want to record your favorite shows, plus have the ability to pause live TV to answer your phone or grab a snack, then continue watching when you’re ready, you’ll want a DVR receiver. And if you want the best of both worlds – a crystal-clear picture and the ability to record up to 350 hours of programming – then the DIRECTV HD DVR Receiver is just what the doctor ordered.
