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Note: to control a TV, VCR, DVD or other available component,  

the remote control must be programmed.

In the event you are experiencing any problems watching or controlling your DISH 
Network receiver, please try these quick fixes:

Open the door on the front left side of the receiver and press the red RESET 
button. The receiver restarts and returns to programming in just a few minutes.  
You can also reset the receiver by unplugging its electrical cord from the AC  
power outlet for 15 seconds and then plugging it back in.

Reset the Receiver 

Verify that your remote is in satellite mode when you want to control your satellite 
receiver. Press and release the SAT button at the top of your remote control.

Press the SAT Mode Button 

The remote control antenna must be connected hand tight to the back of  
the receiver.

Connect the Remote Antenna 

Verify that your receiver has a connection to your home broadband network. Press 
MENU then select the BROADBAND SETUP tile. Select RESET CONNECTION 
to refresh the receiver’s network connection.

Reset Your Broadband Connection 

Verify cables are hand tight and connected properly on the back of your receiver.

Verify the Cable Connections 

Check and replace the remote control’s batteries. Your remote control’s battery 
strength indicator can be found on the System Info screen by selecting the option 
on the front panel of the receiver.

Replace Your Remote Batteries

Make Sure You Are on the Correct Channel or Input:

Finding Content to Watch Using the Search Feature 

Your receiver has a powerful search feature that makes finding content easier 
than ever. Press the SEARCH      button on the remote control to quickly search 
thousands of listings across the Program Guide, DVR, and On Demand offerings.

Choose search 
criteria such as title, 
program description, 
or actor’s name.
Use the on-screen 
keypad to enter 
information.
Set search 
parameters to include 
all available media 
or specific media 
such as On Demand 
content only.
Use the Theme filter
to narrow your search 
by program category.

Follow the on-screen instructions to download the plug-in to your computer,  
then verify you are receiving the live video stream on your screen. 

* For a complete list of supported mobile devices, visit: 
  

www.dishnetwork.com/tveverywhere

Watch your home TV on a PC or Mobile Device 

Your DISH Network SlingLoaded receiver allows you to watch your home TV and 
control your DVR from anywhere with a PC or mobile device*.

Go online to www.dishnetwork.com and log in to your account, or create an 
account if you are a first-time user.
Click on the DISH Remote Access link on the left side of the screen.

Select the blue button labeled Watch Live TV.

Confirm that your receiver is connected to your home broadband  
network by pressing MENU        and selecting the Broadband Setup tile.

Remote Control Features

Make sure the TV is set to  ___________ (channel/input).

Parental Controls

You can password-protect TV viewing based on rating or channel. Select the 
Settings tile from the Main Menu, then select the Parental Controls tile and  
choose your settings. Be sure to set the Parental Controls option to “on”.

On-Screen Program Guide

All My Channels: Display only the channels 
you subscribe to.
All Available: Display all channels.
Show HD & SD: Add corresponding SD 
channels to the guide display.
Lists: Select Edit Lists to rename one of 
the numbered lists and create your own 
list of favorite channels. You can create up 
to four custom Favorites Lists to display in 
the Program Guide.

Press the GUIDE        button to view the on-screen programming guide.

Press the GUIDE        button twice to choose which guide to display.

DISH On Demand

Select Watch Now to view and select  
current On Demand content.
Select DishONLINE to search and
select downloadable content.
Filter the titles to show new listings, 
movies, or TV shows.
Choose to sort search results 
alphabetically, by date, or by rating.

Your receiver’s On Demand feature gives you instant access to thousands of 
titles including hit movies, new releases, and popular TV shows*. 

From the On Demand drop-down menus: 

* The On Demand feature requires a broadband connection. Select the Broadband Setup tile  
   from the Main Menu screen to configure the receiver’s broadband settings.

www.welcometodishnetwork.com 

Click on AskDISH for answers to  

most common questions.

Customer Support:
1-800-333-3474

Select MENU on your remote 

to access the Main Menu, then 

select the HELP tile.

Where do I go for 24/7 help?

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See the Help Guide 

booklet for FAQs and  

troubleshooting.

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Press the DISH            button on the remote to access the On Demand 
feature, or select the On Demand tile from the Main Menu screen.

TIP:

 Press the red JUMP           button on the remote to quickly move between

       the content screen and the drop-down menus.

To watch your selections later, select the My Media tile from the Main Menu, or 
press the DVR         button. Selected free content will be in the My Recordings 
section, and purchased content will be in the Rentals section. 

Content in this document is subject to change without notice. Please visit dishnetwork.com 
for the latest information.

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