DISH Network Overview

What is DISH Network / EchoStar Communications Corporation?

EchoStar Communications Corporation (Nasdaq:DISH) serves more than 13 million satellite TV customers through DISH Network®, and is a leading U.S. provider of advanced digital television services. DISH Network's services include hundreds of video and audio channels, Interactive TV, Pay-Per-View, DISH On Demand, HDTV, sports and International programming, together with Standard Professional Installation and 24-hour customer service. EchoStar has been a leader for 25 years in satellite TV equipment sales and support worldwide. EchoStar is included in the Nasdaq-100 Index (NDX) and is a Fortune 500 company.

Where is DISH Network offered?

DISH Network service is offered all over the U.S. (not including Hawaii and Alaska). Areas outside the continental United States will usually need a larger dish to receive an adequate signal. The size of the dish may range from a 24-inch dish to a 1.5 meter dish depending on the location.

How can I modify my account without contacting Customer Service?

DISH Network’s online Customer Service Center & DISH home Interactive TV on Channel 100 offers numerous self help tools.

• Pay your bill
• Add programming to your account
• View current & previous billing statements
• Sign up for debit check/credit card AutoPay
• Update expiration date for debit check/credit card AutoPay
• Subscribe to the DISH Entertainment Magazine or DISH Flicks
• View billing Terms and Conditions
• Read important messages from DISH Network
• Sign up for paperless billing
• Update your billing address, phone number and/or alternate phone number

What is the benefit of HDTV over regular satellite TV?

Greater picture detail with higher resolutions, truer color, clearer reception, a theater-like widescreen picture and multi-channel Dolby Digital surround sound.