Can’t find the NBA 2011 finals game that you recorded in your DVR? Well, it might have got deleted. What? Generally a DVR recording is deleted by a user, but the hard drive can also be automatically managed depending on available storage space as well as copy protection standards.

So, if you are not getting your recorded content on DISH Network DVR, there can be 3 possibilities:

1. Any other user have deleted the recording
2. Recording automatically got deleted to accommodate new recording due to lack of storage space
3. Recording got deleted due to copy protection

1. Prevent Users From Deleting Recordings

Set locks on the DVR to prevent recorded events from being deleted.

To protect a recording, select Protect on the information screen for that recording.

2. Not Enough Storage Space

If your DVR runs out of storage space, existing recordings will be deleted to make room for new recordings. Only recordings that are not protected are deleted.

To protect a recording, select Protect on the information screen for that recording.

3. Deleted By Copy Protection

Copy Protection rules allow only one copy of a recording to exist. If you have moved a recording to another storage device, such as an external hard drive, the original recording will be deleted from your DVR.

Q : Can one get DISH Network in a rented place?
Ans : In 1966 the Satellite Consumer Bill passed by the Federal Communications Commission allowed rented places to have satellite TV installed. But you need to have the landlord’s approval to install DISH Network in common passage shared by you and other tenants or the landlord.

Q : Can one actually get 6 rooms for free?
Ans : Once you become qualified customer or a customer who has undergone a 24 month agreement with DISH Network, you will get equipment in up to 6 rooms for free. However, DISH Network will still own the equipments and in case you discontinue services, they can remove them.

Q : Are checks acceptable when one signs-up? / What is the payment policy?
Ans : Yes, Checks are acceptable mode of payment. You can also use a Master Card or Visa credit/debit card when you sign up. Green Dot is no longer used as a Payment medium.

Q : What happens to the DISH Network TV if one moves?
Ans : You need to call one DISH Network executive prior to moving and you will get your DISH Network connection re installed in your new home. Even if you move before your one year commitment is up, you will get the satellite DISH installed in your place. As long as you are opting for the DISH Latino programming package or the America’s Top 120 and above together with a 24 month contract, you are eligible for this offer (Dish Network Moving Policy).

Q : Does one need something special to make use of a DVR receiver?
Ans : Most DVR receivers can work along the standard definition television sets. So, you do not need anything extra.

Q : Does a viewer need anything special to receive HDTV?
Ans : To receive HDTV signals, you need a HD TV set along with one HD receiver such as DISH 722 and ViP922. You are also eligible for 3 DVR upgrade to HD DVR under DISH Network deals.

Q : Can one get HD Free for Life?
Ans : Yes, one can get HD Free for Life DISH Network promo with 24-month agreement, autopay and paperless billing.

Q : Can everyone get DISH Network discount?
Ans : Eligible customers who underwent a 24 month deal with the company can get DISH Network discount.

Q : What is the return policy of DISH Network?
Ans : DISH Network equipments are installed by trained technicians. This installation is free of cost with the DISH Network deals. Shipping or handling of equipment back to DISH Network is the responsibility of the customer.

We hope that these questions pretty much simplifies your doubts regarding opting for Dish Network deals. If you are still thinking, just take a look at the DISH Network price that starts from $24.99 a month! Can you get any other satisfying TV entertainment this cheap? So go grab it before the DISH Network offers are off the rack!

DISH Remote Access is a free application which offers DISH Network customers a scope to watch their live as well as recorded TV on compatible smartphones, tablets and laptops. So, now the owners of Android™ tablet too will be able to enjoy TV Everywhere feature of DISH Network.

DISH Network customers who possess a broadband-connected and Sling-enabled™ device like the Sling Adapter™ will be able watch live as well as recorded TV on their Android tablets. Sling Adapter™ is a small placeshifting device that can team up with DISH Network’s Sling-enabled receiver ViP® 722 or 722k DISH HD DVRs. With this launch DISH Network has become the first pay TV provider to offer its customers with the ability to watch Live TV on Android tablets.

DISH Network Chief Marketing Officer Ira Bahr said, “DISH Network is the only pay-TV provider to offer a true TV everywhere solution, and now we’ve optimized that experience for the larger screen size of the Android tablets. Now DISH Network customers can enjoy their TV Everywhere experience on tablets like the Galaxy Tab, as well as the dozens of new Android-based tablet devices soon to be introduced.”

Apart from the TV viewing, the DISH Remote Access app along with compatible DVRs can offer the customers the scope to browse as well as search up to nine days of programming from the EPG, schedule DVR recordings, manage recording conflicts, delete shows recorded on multiple receivers as well as transform the Android tablet into one fully-functioning remote control for DISH Network. Earlier, the  company launched  a  DVR Scheduler app,  optimized for  iPad  as well.

One can download the DISH Remote Access app for Android tablets for free via the Android Market. DISH Remote Access is also available for compatible iPad,  iPod touch®, iPhone®, Android mobile phones as well as Blackberry® devices. So, with DISH Network you can have a true TV Everywhere experience.

Are you moving? Well congratulations for your new home! We know that it’s not congratulations that you are looking for at present. You rather need best of luck for safe moving! It’s really hard to pack all those things while moving. Let us help you a bit in that. Do you want to know how to get your satellite TV dish moved to your new home? It’s as easy as 1, 2 and 3. DISH Network makes moving your satellite dish hassle-free! It is easy to move your satellite TV service ANYWHERE in the country. What’s more? You will also get a FREE DVR Upgrade!

Moving itself is stressful. Allow DISH Network to take some of the burdens off your shoulders. Just pack the satellite TV receivers and remotes with you and leave for your new home and let DISH Network take care of the rest.

Irrespective of which part of country you are moving to, DISH Network ensures that you won’t miss a single of your favorite programming. They offer a quick and effective moving plan. With the moving plan from DISH Network, you can now enjoy a FREE DVR upgrade for your new home ($6.00/mo DVR Service charge is applicable).

Just follow 3 Simple steps to move your DISH Network today:

1. Call 1-888-557-9569 to inform them about your new address.
2. Pack your DISH Network receivers and remote controls.
3. We will install a satellite dish and connect that with your receiver at your new home.

See I told you it’s as simple as 1, 2, and 3!

Call to schedule your hassle-free moving today.

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To protect the programs with parental control lock, you need to follow a few easy steps:

Step 1 : You have to switch your television on at first. Then you have to press the Menu button on the remote. If the receiver is password protected then you may need to enter the password which set at the time of locking the satellite TV receiver. If you have forgotten the password, you need to call customer service for password reset.

Step 2 : A number of channel lock options will be available on the menu. From this you need to select the correct lock.

Step 3 : After you select the lock a list of all channels will appear on screen. The channels will appear with a small box next to it. These are the option boxes relating to the channels that are placed beside them. You need to check-mark the boxes to select a channel for locking. If you wish to unlock a channel simply unmark the check-mark and you will get the channels on your main menu.

Following these three steps you can lock these dish TV channels. Your kids will not be able to view the channels unless they access the Electronic Program guide. You can also hide the channels from the electronic program guide.

Hide locked channel from Electronic Program Guide -

For that you need to select the locking system and have to enter a password for hiding the channels. You need to enter it twice to confirm the password. This will hide the channels you wish to lock from the Electronic Programming Guide of Dish Network.

Step 1 : You need to make sure that the satellite TV dish is securely fasten down and tightly bolted to the base. You need to mount the satellite dish to you house, roof or ground in a secured manner.

Step 2 : You need to make sure that the dish antenna is unobstructed as well as Level. The dish should be aiming in the correct direction which is south in the United States. It should also be pointed toward an open area that has no obstacles like trees or buildings in the way. Also make sure the mast of the satellite is as level as possible so the elevation and azimuth coordinates won’t be skewed.

Step 3 : Check whether all the cables are secure or not. All of the cables should be strongly joined to the satellite TV as well as to the ground and the dish TV receiver.

Step 4 : Find the signal strength of your satellite TV dish. You need to follow the receiver manual and use the main menu to the reach the screen titled “Test Satellite Signal“. Here you have to type in your ZIP code. Then you will be given the proper elevation and horizontal angular distance coordinates to which you can adjust you satellite dish.

Step 5 : Align the satellite dish according to the horizontal angular distance and elevation coordinates. Performing this task is quite easy. You need to loosen or tighten a screw to change the elevation angle and have to adjust another screw along the sides for the horizontal angle. The optimal satellite signal strength should be 100. However, if the signal strength ranges between 60 and 85 then again it can be termed as very good. Take the help of someone to monitor the signal strength from the receiver.

Step 6 : If following these instructions you cannot fix your problem them you may need to unplug the receiver from the electrical port and again plug it and switch it on after one minute. However, if the problem persists, you need to contact the satellite TV provider.

Step 1 : First of all you need to find a suitable place in or around your home where you can place the satellite TV dish. You mush keep in mind that the satellite TV dish should be aimed towards the southern sky and should have an unobstructed line of sight with the sky. This is done to get a better quality signal from the satellites trough witch the satellite signals are transmitted.

Step 2 : Once the satellite dish is set up pointing towards the southern sky you need to connect the satellite dish with the satellite TV receiver with the help of a cable.

Step 3 : You need to connect the cable from Dish Network receiver with the TV sets. Once this is done the basic installation process will be done.

Step 4 : But there are a few steps to fine tune the satellite TV dish. You need to adjust the dish aiming towards the geosynchronous satellite; you need to adjust its angle, direction and rotation so that your satellite dish can receive optimum quality satellite signals.

By competing these small but important steps you have now successfully installed the Dish Network Satellite TV at your home. Now you can watch your favorite dish TV shows with high quality visual and sound output.