Chapter 3
Changing Channels
C
HANGING
There are two basic ways to change the channel on your satellite TV receiver:
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Use UP and DOWN ARROWS on your remote control
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Enter a channel number with the NUMBER PAD buttons
Using the Up and Down Arrows
While watching live TV, if you want to change the channels one at a time
to see what's on, press the UP and DOWN ARROWS on your remote
control. You can also change the channels the same way using the UP
and DOWN ARROWS on the receiver front panel.
Entering a Channel Number
While watching live TV, if you know the specific channel you
want to watch, enter the digits of the channel number using the
NUMBER PAD buttons on the remote control.
U
SING THE
You can use the Electronic Program Guide (EPG) to see what programs are on, to change
channels, and to set up timed recordings. To access the Program Guide, press GUIDE.
Program Title
Program Information
Program Date
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A red background behind a channel name usually means you have not subscribed to
the channel. After you subscribe to a channel, you can watch it. To subscribe to a
channel, visit the mydish.com website or call 1-800-333-DISH (3474).
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A yellow background behind a channel indicates it is a digital over-the-air channel.
See page 125 for instructions for connecting an over-the-air antenna to your receiver.
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A green background behind a channel name means that you can use the SELECT
button on your remote control to confirm the channel's addition to your subscription.
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HANNELS
P
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ROGRAM
Current
Date &
Time
Channels
UIDE
Active
Favorite
List
Current Program
Program Times
Programs