Solar Interference - Dish Network Satellite Receiver User Manual

Chapter 1
Introduction

Solar Interference

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Twice a year, the sun moves to a position behind the DISH satellite as it
orbits the Earth. The exact time of the year that this occurs varies, depending
on the location, but it is near the beginning of spring and again near the
beginning of autumn. The period of solar interference lasts for a few minutes
at about the same time everyday for a few days during the spring and
autumn, so do not be alarmed when it happens.
This is an unavoidable natural event for all television involving the use of
satellites and has an adverse effect on many program providers. During this
period, you are not be able to see programs on DISH. Once the sun has
moved from behind the satellite, the programs reappear.