Converter box includes enhanced digital tuner optimized for weak signal
areas
ENGLEWOOD, Colo., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- DISH Network
Corporation (Nasdaq: DISH), the digital transition leader, today announced
the availability of the DTVPal(TM) Plus, its next generation
digital-to-analog converter box. The DTVPal(TM) Plus offers all the
features of the industry favorite DTVPal(TM), plus an enhanced digital
tuner for optimizing weak signal areas.
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The DTVPal(TM) Plus joins DISH Network's suite of converter boxes that
qualify for the National Telecommunications and Information
Administration's TV Converter Box Coupon Program; coupons may be ordered by
visiting http://www.dtv2009.gov. The DTVPal(TM) Plus costs $29.99 with a
government coupon; MSRP is $69.99*.
"The DTVPal(TM) Plus carries all the popular features of our top-rated
DTVPal(TM), plus a tuner that can help consumers living in weak signal
areas maximize the number of over-the-air channels they receive," said Tom
Stingley, executive vice president of Sales and Distribution for DISH
Network. "With the introduction of the DTVPal(TM) Plus, DISH Network truly
has solutions for every consumer in the country."
In addition to the enhanced digital tuner, DTVPal(TM) Plus includes a
unique analog pass-through feature, which means it can take both analog and
digital signals -- ideal for all consumers affected by the transition, as
many stations are low-power and are not required to switch to digital
broadcasts by 2009.
Additional components include an easy-to-follow setup wizard, an
electronic program guide with up to seven days of program listings,
parental controls, program search, auto tune timers for program recording
on a connected VCR, closed caption support, a remote control, and signal
strength screen pop-ups that can troubleshoot lost signals.
Consumers can also prepare for the digital transition by subscribing to
pay television. DISH Network offers the best value in entertainment with
the lowest all-digital price every day, along with unmatched technology and
award-winning customer service that has surpassed major cable TV providers
for the past eight years. The recently introduced DISH Network American and
Latino Welcome Packs feature 20 popular channels for less than $10 per
month. Or for as little as $19.99 per month (additional $5 for local
channels), DISH Network customers can subscribe to the DishFAMILY package
and receive over 40 popular channels, plus free installation and
activation.
For more information about DISH Network, visit
http://www.dishnetwork.com or call 1-800-333-DISH (3474). To learn more
about the DTVPal(TM) Plus, or to order a converter box, visit
http://www.dtvpal.com or call 1-888-638-9912.
*Does not include shipping or taxes
About DISH Network Corporation
DISH Network Corporation (Nasdaq: DISH), the nation's third largest
pay-TV provider and the leader in digital television, provides
approximately 13.79 million satellite TV customers as of June 30, 2008 with
industry-leading customer satisfaction which has surpassed major cable TV
providers for eight consecutive years. DISH Network also provides customers
with award-winning HD and DVR technology including the ViP722(TM) HD DVR,
which received the Editors' Choice awards from both CNET and PC Magazine.
In addition, subscribers enjoy access to hundreds of video and audio
channels, the most International channels in the U.S., industry-leading
Interactive TV applications, Latino programming, and the best sports and
movies in HD. DISH Network offers a variety of package and price options
including the lowest all-digital price in America, the DishDVR Advantage
Package, high-speed Internet service, and a free upgrade to the best HD DVR
in the industry. DISH Network is included in the Nasdaq-100 Index (NDX) and
is a Fortune 300 company. Visit http://www.dishnetwork.com/aboutus or call
1-800-333-DISH (3474) for more information.
SOURCE DISH Network Corporation
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Related links:
http://www.dishnetwork.com
http://www.dtv2009.gov http://www.dtvpal.com
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CONTACT:
Francie Bauer of DISH Network Corp.,
+1-720-514-5351, press@echostar.com
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