Dish Network 625 User's Guide

Attention Symbols, Warning Symbols, and Gray BoxesYou must be aware of safety when you install and use this system. This User Guide provides various p

Page 5OverviewFixed ImagesOn some TVs, the presence of fixed images for extended periods of time may cause them to be permanently imprinted on the scr

Page 95 Using Locks3. Select the Lock System or Unlock System option. The receiver displays a message prompting you to enter a password to lock the sy

Chapter 3Page 96Using the SystemNote: All ratings that are more restrictive than the selected rating are also selected. For example, if you lock PG-13

Page 97 Using LocksLocking and Unlocking the Receiver Front Panel (TV1 Only)This keeps anyone from using the front panel buttons, but it does not lock

Chapter 3Page 98Using the System4. Select the Lock PPV or Unlock PPV option.5. If the receiver is not locked, you must lock it to put the lock you jus

Page 99 Using Lockshighlights the OK option.3. Press the SELECT button.4. Select the Change Password option. 5. Enter the current password using the n

Chapter 3Page 100Using the System7. Enter the new password using the number pad buttons. As soon as you enter the fourth digit of the password, the re

Page 101 Personal Identification NumberPersonal Identification NumberIf you want to make sure that you are the only one who can make changes to your D

Chapter 3Page 102Using the SystemTurning Caller ID On and Off1. Press MENU on the Remote Control.2. Select System Setup.3. Select Installation.4. Sele

Page 103 Changing Program LanguagesIf you want to reset the receiver to be the same as when it was shipped from the factory, do the following:1. Press

Chapter 3Page 104Using the SystemUsing Dolby® Digital SoundDolby Digital gives you the capability to enjoy programs in surround sound. An external dec

Chapter 1Page 6IntroductionGetting StartedAfter your system has been installed, order and watch your programming using the following steps:Step 1: Ord

Page 105 UpdatesUpdatesYour sa t ellite recei v er is set to tu rn its e lf off at 3:00 a.m. so that it can receive updates to the Program Guide and

Chapter 3Page 106Using the SystemInactivity StandbyIf your receiver is on for a preset period of time without any activity (for example, no channel ch

Page 107 Control Other Devices with the Remote ControlsUse the remote control’s mode buttons, SAT (satellite receiver), TV (for a TV), VCR (for a VCR

Chapter 3Page 108Using the SystemIf you are repeating this procedure to program a combination device, be sure to press the correct mode button (for ex

Page 109 Control Other Devices with the Remote ControlsScan for Device CodesIf the code for your device is not listed in the tables starting on page 1

Chapter 3Page 110Using the SystemCheck the Device CodesYou ca n f ind ou t what devic e c ode yo u ’ve se t for e ach re mote con t rol m o de.In

Page 111 Control Other Devices with the Remote ControlsRemote Control ButtonsControl the ReceiverWhen you get the remote, it’s already set up to contr

Chapter 3Page 112Using the SystemVolume ButtonPress this button to raise (+) or lower (-) the TV sound volume.Up and Down Arrow ButtonsUse the UP and

Page 113 Control Other Devices with the Remote ControlsVCR Mode ButtonYou must first set up the remote to control the VCR. See Set Up the Remote to Co

Chapter 3Page 114Using the SystemVCR Buttons•Press the BACK button to rewind a videotape.•Press the PAUSE button to pause a videotape. Press this butt

Page 7Quick Tour of Basic FeaturesStep 2: Finding Programs to Watch1. Press the GUIDE button. 2. When the Program Guide opens, use the UP or DOWN ARRO

Page 115 Control Other Devices with the Remote ControlsPower ButtonPress the blank POWER button to turn the tuner or amplifier on or off.Mute ButtonPr

Chapter 3Page 116Using the SystemOther Remote Control FeaturesSwitch Between TV and AUX Device Volume ControlWhen you set up the remote to control a T

Page 117 Using Troubleshooting Tools5. Press the POUND (#) button.The TV mode button flashes three times.6. Press the SAT mode button.7. Press the plu

Chapter 3Page 118Using the SystemPoint Dish and Check SwitchThe Point Dish and Check Switch screens are helpful to the Customer Service Representative

Page 119Chapter 4Dish Antenna InstallationThese instructions guide you through the installation of a satellite system which includes your receiver (in

Chapter 4Page 120Dish Antenna InstallationMounting the Dish1. Using the azimuth and elevation angles, find a location for the satellite dish which can

Page 121 Installing a DISH 500 Antenna4. Assemble the satellite dish as shown below, except do not attach the Y-bracket or LNBF at this time.5. Loosen

Chapter 4Page 122Dish Antenna InstallationNote: You can have as much as 200 feet of cable between the DISH Pro LNBF and the DISH Pro receiver. However

Page 123 Installing a DISH 500 Antenna15. When the check switch procedure finishes, you will see an Installation Summary screen similar to the one bel

Chapter 4Page 124Dish Antenna InstallationNote: If you cannot find the signal, turn the dish back to the first azimuth angle. Then, loosen both elevat

Chapter 1Page 8Introduction5. Select Sports to see a list of sporting events.6. Press the VIEW TV button to go back to watch a program.7. Press the IN

Page 125 Installing a Multiple Dish DISH Pro SystemIf you do not have good signal strength with 110, go back to step 18, and fine-tune the dish but wi

Chapter 4Page 126Dish Antenna Installation2. Select the satellite your dish will be pointed toward.3. Select 300 under the Dish System.4. Use the numb

Page 127 Installing a Multiple Dish DISH Pro System12. Connect two RG-6 cables between both ports on your DISH Pro Twin LNBF and your switch(es) using

Chapter 4Page 128Dish Antenna InstallationDISH Pro Wiring DiagramsDISH 500, One DISH Pro Twin LNBFWhen you set up your system following this diagram a

Page 129 DISH Pro Wiring DiagramsDISH 500, One DISH Pro Quad LNBFWhen you set up your system following this diagram and run Check Switch the Installat

Chapter 4Page 130Dish Antenna InstallationDISH 500 with a DISH Pro Twin LNBF, One Dish with a DISH Pro LNBF, DP34 SwitchWhen you set up your system fo

Page 131 DISH Pro Wiring DiagramsOne DISH 500 with a DISH Pro Twin LNBF, One Dish Antenna with a DISH Pro Dual LNBF, and Two DISH Pro 21 Switches When

Chapter 4Page 132Dish Antenna InstallationTwo Dish Antennas, Two DISH Pro Dual LNBFs, and Two DISH Pro 21 SwitchesWhen you set up your system followin

Page 133 Running Coaxial CableRunning Coaxial Cable1. Using the shortest path possible, run the coaxial cable(s) from the ground block or switch to th

Chapter 4Page 134Dish Antenna InstallationNotes

Page 9Quick Tour of the Menus10. Press the UP or DOWN ARROW button to change the channel information you see at the bottom of the TV screen.11. Press

Page 135Chapter 5ReferenceTroubleshooting TablesUse these tables if you have problems using the system before calling the Customer Service Center. Man

Chapter 5Page 136ReferenceOn-Screen MessagesThis table describes some on-screen messages in the order of their message numbers. Find the message numbe

Page 137 Troubleshooting Tables013, 014•You may have tried to tune to a program on a channel which you have not bought.•You must buy a channel before

Chapter 5Page 138ReferenceDISH Pro Twin LNBF074•The receiver gives you three chances to enter the correct password. If you fail to do so, the receiver

Page 139 Troubleshooting TablesUsing the Remote Control When you run Check Switch, you see "Twin" identified as the Device/LNBF but you

Chapter 5Page 140ReferenceHearing A ProgramWhen you press the remote control Power button to turn the receiver ON, the receiver front panel Power ligh

Page 141 Troubleshooting TablesUsing the MenusWatching A ProgramWhat Is HappeningPossible Reason What to DoYou were using a menu, and it suddenly clos

Chapter 5Page 142ReferenceUsing the Program Guide or the Browse BannerThe receiver front panel Power light is on, and there is a picture on the TV scr

Page 143 Troubleshooting TablesUsing Locks Changing ChannelsUsing Favorites ListsWhat Is HappeningPossible Reason What t

Chapter 5Page 144ReferenceBuying a Pay-Per-View ProgramRenting a DISH On Demand ProgramYou try to apply an empty Favorite List. The receiver displays

Chapter 1Page 10Introduction2. Press the 1 button to select the Program Guide option on the Main Menu. This opens the Program Guide on the TV screen.Y

Page 145 Troubleshooting TablesUsing the Telephone for Voice/Data/FAXUsing Event TimersWhat Is Happening Possible Reason What to DoWhile you are makin

Chapter 5Page 146ReferenceUsing DVR FeaturesYou set up an event timer, but the timer does not operate at all.•The program time may have changed so tha

Page 147TV CodesProgramming in AUX mode: Press 0 before entering the TV code. TV CodesA Mark 670Action 662 Admiral 514, 521, 605, 668, 669

Page 148ReferenceChapter 5VCR CodesProgramming in AUX mode: Press 1 before entering the VCR code. Memorex 590, 627, 653, 654, 659, 675, 678, 720

Page 149 Device CodesColortyme 592, Craig 591, 658, 675, 676, 681, 685, 687, 688Curtis Mathes 554, 592, 594, 605, 607, 675, 677, 678, 679, 683, 684Dae

Page 150ReferenceChapter 5TV/VCR ComboProgramming for combination devices: Program the remote control in TV mode and then in VCR mode. DVD Player C

Page 151 Device CodesDVD/VCR ComboTV/DVD Combo CodesProgramming for combination devices: Program the remote control in TV mode and then in VCR (or AUX

Page 152Chapter 5ReferenceNotes

AppendixPage 153Limited WarrantyThis Limited Warranty is a legal document. Keep it in a safe place. Remember to retain your Bill of Sale for warranty

AppendixPage 154If You Need Assistance1. Call the Customer Service Center at 1-800-333-DISH (3474). Have the date of purchase and either your customer

Page 11Quick Tour of the Menus6. Press the 3 button to select the Customer option. This menu provides convenient access to your DISH Network account t

Page 155Residential Customer AgreementPage 155Residential Customer AgreementTHIS RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER AGREEMENT IS EFFECTIVE UNTIL REPLACED. THIS DOCU

AppendixPage 156viewing of the Services in a commercial establishment or any other area open to the public, we may terminate the Services and in addit

Page 157Residential Customer AgreementPage 157D. If you paid for an annual or other multi-month subscription to any Services and your account is past

AppendixPage 1584. EQUIPMENTA. In order to receive the Services it will be necessary for you to purchase or lease certain reception equipment consisti

Page 159Staying LegalPage 159SERVICES FURNISHED TO YOU. ALL SUCH WARRANTIES ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED. IN NO EVENT SHALL WE HAVE ANY LIABILITY FOR SPECIA

AppendixPage 160Telephone CommunicationThis equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. On the back pan

IndexIndexPage 161AAddressChanging 43Checking 44Alternate Audio 103AntennaAdjusting 44Attenuator 44Off-Air 42Remote Control 28Arrow Buttons 54Arrows/S

IndexPage 162GGetting Started 6Finding Programs to Watch 7Ordering Your Programming 6Guide Button 53HHiding Adult Channels 98Highlighting a Choice in

Page 163 IndexPreferences 13Program Banner 64Program Guide 10, 19, 58, 62, 79, 83Purchase History 67QQuick ToursBasic Features 7DVR Features 14Menus 9

IndexPage 164Hearing a Program 140Locks 143Menus 141On-Screen Messages 136Program Guide or the Browse Banner 142Remote Control 139Telephone for Voice/

Chapter 1Page 12Introduction10. Press the 5 button to select the Locks option on the Main Menu. This menu allows you to apply password-protected locks

136838Receiver InformationWrite the following information in the spaces provided below. You may need to provide this information if you call the Serv

Page 13Quick Tour of the Menus14. Press the 7 button to select the Daily Schedule option on the Main Menu. The Daily Schedule lists the timers that ar

Chapter 1Page 14Introduction19. Press 9 to open the DISH On Demand menu. This menu lets you select a program you recorded (My Recordings) or a DISH On

Page iContentsSafety Instructions... iiiChapter 1 - Introduction ...

Page 15Quick Tour of Digital Video Recorder FeaturesNote: The status bar at the bottom of your screen shows how long the program has been paused. You

Chapter 1Page 16Introduction7. Press PLAY.8. Press the SKIP FWD button to skip ahead about 30 seconds in the play back.Note: You cannot skip ahead if

Page 17Quick Tour of Digital Video Recorder Features10. Press the VIEW TV button to go back right away to the program in progress.11. Press the RECORD

Chapter 1Page 18Introduction16. Press the BACK button to reverse the program.Note: Let the program reverse all the way to its start.17. Press the DVR

Page 19Quick Tour of Watching One Program While Recording OthersQuick Tour of Watching One Program While Recording OthersThe steps below show one of m

Chapter 1Page 20Introduction 9. Select a program that you recorded in an earlier tour (one that is not recording now), then select Start.10. You shoul

Page 21Satellite Television3. Press GUIDE on the remote. Use the Program Guide to find a program that you want to watch now. Select that program.4. Th

Chapter 1Page 22IntroductionSatellite Signal QualityRain and Snow FadeHeavy rain, snow, or cloud cover can block the satellite signal, which can inter

Page 23Chapter 2Receiver Description and InstallationReceiver Front PanelSmart Card DoorBehind this door is a slot for a future smart card. No smart c

Chapter 2Page 24Receiver Description and InstallationReceiver Back PanelThe receiver connections on the back panel are placed in three groups:•TV1 Con

ContentsPage iiWatching One Program While Recording Another ...79Using the DVR Features ...

Page 25 Receiver Back PanelDigital Audio OutThe DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT is for use with high-quality digital sound decoding systems. Connect the DIGITAL

Chapter 2Page 26Receiver Description and InstallationRCA OutThe RCA audio/video outputs provide high picture quality and stereo sound to your TV (if y

Page 27 Remote ControlsTypes of Remote ControlsRemote Control 1 uses infrared (IR) light signals to:•Control TV 1 menus for the nearby TV in Dual Mode

Chapter 2Page 28Receiver Description and InstallationBatteriesThe remote controls come with AAA batteries, which need to be installed when you first r

Page 29 Connecting the Receiver to a Nearby TVConnecting the Receiver to a Nearby TVThis section describes how to connect receiver TV 1 output ports t

Chapter 2Page 30Receiver Description and InstallationRCA and S-Video Connections (TV1)1. Connect one of the following video cables:•RCA video cable (y

Page 31 Connecting the Receiver to the TV(s) in Another Room(s)Connecting the Receiver to the TV(s) in Another Room(s)This section describes how to co

Chapter 2Page 32Receiver Description and Installation 1. Connect the tuner input of the remote TV(s) in other rooms to an existing wall cable outlet u

Page 33 Connecting the Receiver to the TV(s) in Another Room(s)8. Connect CH 21-69 OUT on the receiver to your existing wall cable outlet using a coax

Chapter 2Page 34Receiver Description and Installation16. You may need to change the cable connection on the splitter that sends the TV signal througho

Page iii Safety Instructions1. Read these instructions.2. Keep these instructions.3. Heed all warnings.4. Follow all instructions.5. Do not use this a

Page 35 Connecting the Receiver to the TV(s) in Another Room(s)23. If desired to remind you of which TV channel your satellite programming is on, writ

Chapter 2Page 36Receiver Description and InstallationProgramming the Recover ButtonYour r emote contr ols c om e eq u ipped with a RECOVER button tha

Page 37 Changing the TV1 and TV2 Output ChannelsChanging the TV1 and TV2 Output ChannelsThe receiver comes preset to use channel 3 for TV1 and off-air

Chapter 2Page 38Receiver Description and InstallationConnecting the Receiver to the Phone LineKeep the receiver connected to an active telephone line

Page 39 Connecting the Receiver to a Dish Antenna SystemConnecting the Receiver to a Dish Antenna SystemNote: Before you can begin connecting your rec

Chapter 2Page 40Receiver Description and Installation3. On Remote Control 1, press MENU-6-1-1 to display the Point Dish/Signal screen on the nearby TV

Page 41 Optional - Connecting VCRs to the SystemOptional - Connecting VCRs to the SystemThe diagram below provide example of how to connect VCRs to yo

Chapter 2Page 42Receiver Description and InstallationConnecting a VCR to the Remote TVFor this installation, always leave your VCR powered on so that

Page 43 Optimize Your Remote ControlsOptimize Your Remote ControlsChange the AddressWhen you receive your system, both remote controls and the receive

Chapter 2Page 44Receiver Description and Installation6. Press the RECORD button.7. Make sure the Secondary Remote Address you see on the System Info s

SafetyPage ivNote to Satellite TV System Installer: This reminder is provided to call the satellite TV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40

Page 45 Optimize Your Remote Controls1. Take the UHF antenna off of the receiver’s back panel UHF Remote Antenna input2. Put the attenuator onto the U

Chapter 2Page 46Receiver Description and InstallationSetting Up TV1 to Operate in UHF ProYou can set yo ur rec ei ver to opera te your TV1 usi n

Page 47 Setting Up TV1 to Operate in IRSetting Up TV1 to Operate in IRThe following instructions describe how to set up TV1 to operate in IR only.1. P

Chapter 2Page 48Receiver Description and InstallationNotes

Page 49Chapter 3Using the SystemUsing Dual and Single ModesYour DI S H Netw ork sa t e llite re ceiver includes features that gives you greater flexi

Chapter 3Page 50Using the SystemUsing Picture-In-PictureSingle Mode lets you watch two programs at once using PIP. The following instructions describe

Page 51 Using Dual and Single ModesUsing Shared ViewShared View is a feature of Single Mode that lets you activate the TV2 audio and video outputs to

Chapter 3Page 52Using the SystemSwitching Between Dual and Single ModePut the satellite receiver in Dual or Single Mode by pressing the front panel Mo

Page 53 Using the Remote ControlsMenu ButtonPress the MENU button to open the Main Menu.Page Up and Page Down (Arrow) ButtonsPress the PAGE UP button

Chapter 3Page 54Using the SystemArrow Buttons• Change channels while watching TV - Press the UP and DOWN ARROW buttons.•Open the Browse Banner - Press

Page 1Chapter 1 IntroductionCongratulations on choosing DISH Network. You are about to experience the excitement and convenience of Direct Broadcast S

Page 55 Using the Remote ControlsView TV ButtonPress the VIEW TV button to close all menus and go to watching programming. Press the VIEW TV button to

Chapter 3Page 56Using the SystemStar ButtonPress the STAR button to:•Open the DVR Events menu.•Backspace without deleting while using the Search funct

Page 57 Using the Remote Controls3. If you see the System Info screen, press the SELECT button to close the screen. You have recovered your satellite

Chapter 3Page 58Using the SystemUsing the MenusThe menus make using the receiver and selecting programs quick and easy. Use the menus to control the r

Page 59 Using the Menus–When watching a program, open the Themes and Search menu.–Display the Browse Banner.To close a menu and return to watching a p

Chapter 3Page 60Using the SystemSelecting Menu OptionsWhen you select a menu option, that option takes effect right away. You can select a menu option

Page 61 Using Text FieldsCanceling a ProcedureYou can cancel a pro cedure in any o f thre e ways: •If you want to return to watching a program

Chapter 3Page 62Using the SystemChanging ChannelsThere are three ways to change channels: •Press the UP or DOWN ARROW buttons. •Use the NUMBER PAD but

Page 63 Using the Program GuideChanging the Channel in the Program Guide1. Press GUIDE to open the Program Guide. 2. Choose a channel using either of

Chapter 3Page 64Using the SystemDisplaying Program InformationThe Program BannerThe Program Banner provides information about the program you are watc

Chapter 1Page 2IntroductionAbout this ReceiverYour DIS H Networ k sate l lite re ceiver h as fea t ures th a t make wa tching TV more exciting.

Page 65 Displaying Program InformationUsing the Browse Banner1. Press the BROWSE (RIGHT ARROW) button to open the Browse Banner.2. Change the channel

Chapter 3Page 66Using the SystemOrdering Pay-Per-View Programs1. Select a Pay-Per-View program in the Program Guide. A message like the following disp

Page 67 Reviewing Purchase HistoryTo order a DISH On Demand program:1. Press the DVR button to open DISH On Demand.2. Select Movies & More.3. Use

Chapter 3Page 68Using the System•When you put the receiver in Single Mode, the Favorites Lists for TV2 are not available.•If you choose a program usin

Page 69 Using Timers and RecordingsNaming a Favorites List1. Press MENU-8-3 to open Favorites. 2. Select the Favorites List that you want to change. 3

Chapter 3Page 70Using the SystemOverviewRefer to this section as you get familiar with how to set up Timers.Timer TypesThere are three types of timers

Page 71 Using Timers and RecordingsFor example, having six programs scheduled to record at the same time cannot be done on a dual-tuner receiver; ther

Chapter 3Page 72Using the System•Create a Manual timer.•Create a DISH Pass timer. •Select Edit List to edit a timer.Daily ScheduleThe Daily Schedule l

Page 73 Using Timers and RecordingsWhen a Timer Starts a RecordingFor two minutes before an timer starts a recording, the receiver may display a digit

Chapter 3Page 74Using the SystemUsing the Daily ScheduleUse the Daily Schedule to plan and manage your timers.1. Press MENU-7.2. Use the ARROWS to sel

Page 3About this ReceiverSingle ModeSingle Mode provides dual tuner features to a single TV like Picture-in-Picture (PIP) and the ability to watch one

Page 75 Using Timers and RecordingsSetting Up an Automatic TimerThe following instructions explain the easiest way to set up an automatic timer.1. Fin

Chapter 3Page 76Using the SystemSetting Up a Manual TimerA Manual Timer lets you set custom start and stop times for a timer.1. Press MENU-7.2. Select

Page 77 Using Timers and RecordingsSetting Up a DISH Pass™ TimerDISH Pass lets you create timers to record programs automatically based on your search

Chapter 3Page 78Using the SystemNote: After entering your search words, and selecting Create Timer, be sure to review the timers that DISH Pass create

Page 79 Watching One Program While Recording Another4. Select the timer or timers you want to delete.Note: Select All if you want to delete all of you

Chapter 3Page 80Using the System 5. Press GUIDE on the remote. Use the Program Guide to find a program that you want to watch now. Select that prog

Page 81 Watching One Program While Recording AnotherDual Mode with Record PlusAnother feature that adds flexibility to the way you watch TV is Record

Chapter 3Page 82Using the System3. When the Record Remainder of This Event screen displays, select one of the following:•From TV1, select TV2.•From TV

Page 83 Watching One Program While Recording Another6. Press RECORD. Select one of the following: •Select OK to start the recording now.•Select Option

Chapter 3Page 84Using the System3. Press the RECORD button. A message will display asking whether you want to record the remainder of the program. Sel

Chapter 1Page 4IntroductionOverviewBefore you use your satellite receiver, you need to install the system or have it installed by a professional techn

Page 85 Using the DVR FeaturesUsing the DVR FeaturesThe DVR features let you decide how to watch TV. You can pause, reverse, or skip back through a pr

Chapter 3Page 86Using the SystemPress the FWD (“FORWARD”) button once to forward the program four times as fast as normal play. Press the FWD button t

Page 87 Using the DVR FeaturesStart Recording a Program• At a program’s start, press the remote control’s RECORD button. • If you’ve watched a program

Chapter 3Page 88Using the System•If you hide adult channels and lock the receiver, this menu doesn’t list any adult programs by name.•To review progra

Page 89 Using the DVR Features•Press the FWD (“FORWARD”) button once to forward the program four times as fast as normal play. Press the FWD button tw

Chapter 3Page 90Using the System3. Select an event on the DVR Events menu (not the one you’re recording). This opens an information menu for that even

Page 91 Using Themes and Search•Press the MENU button, and then select the Themes and Search option. 2. Select a category.3. Select a program in the l

Chapter 3Page 92Using the System3. You can search for events two ways:•Select Title to search for the words that appear in the title of a program.•Sel

Page 93 Using Locks2. Select History to display the Search History screen.3. At the Search History screen, you have the following options:•Search - Se

Chapter 3Page 94Using the SystemWhen You Have Locked the Receiver•If you try to access a locked item or open the Locks menu, the receiver displays a m