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Since the advent of the compact satellite dish, satellite TV has become mainstream. Our expert reviews let you compare satellite TV receivers for features and ease of use before you buy. Need help? Read the Satellite TV Reciever Buying Guide first.
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How Satellite TV Works
Today, you see compact satellite dishes perched on rooftops all over the United States. Drive through rural areas beyond the reach of the cable companies, and you'll find dishes on just about every house. The major satellite TV companies are luring in more consumers every day with movies, sporting events and news from around the world. Learn more about how satellite TV works.

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DISH Network ViP722 DVR HD Photo
The DISH Network ViP722's large internal hard drive works great for storing HD programs recorded with its DVR feature. Check out the full review from Consumer Guide....

DirecTV Sat-Go Portable Receiver Photo
You can take satellite TV with you when using the DirecTV Sat-Go Portable Receiver. Check out the full review from Consumer Guide....

DirecTV HR21-700 (Plus HD DVR) Photo
The DirecTV HR21-700 HD and DVR satellite receiver works great if you don't need over-the-air capabilities. Check out the full review from Consumer Guide....

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10x Sonicview 360 Elite Pvr Fta Receiver Sonic View Usb
Watch digital TV programs without any hindrance, using the Sonicview 360 Premier FTA TV receiver. This Socnicview TV receiver has a 7-day Electronic Programming Guide that not only informs you about the weeks TV program schedule, but also offers the option of downloading the latest updates. With a rapid boot and scan speed, this FTA TV receiver enables you to switch channels with ease. The Blind Scan feature of this Socnicview TV receiver requires no pre-programmed channel pick-up, unlike a satellite receiver, enabling you to view any channel you want. The Sonicview 360 Premier has a 6000-channel capacity, giving you a wide choice of programming.

$1100.00
Sherwood R-904n Gloss White 100w X 7 Dual-zone Receiver
Providing Excellent Service Since 1989 Sherwood 100 W x 7 Dual-Zone receiver; Internet A/V access and local media Streaming; HDMI 1.3 - Dolby Volume Gloss White New-Retail Description: Sherwood 100 W x 7 Dual-Zone receiver; Internet A/V access and local media Streaming; HDMI 1.3 - Dolby Volume Gloss White Technical Information: Key Feature HD Audio Decoding for Blu-Ray DTS-HD(Master Audio / High Resolution Audio) Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus Legacy Audio Decoding DTS-ES(Discrete / Matrix) D

$486.00
Dish Network 722k Hd Dvr Vip722 Vip722k 722 Duo
Enjoy your favorite television shows and movies at home with the DISH Network ViP722 DVR. This DISH Network DVR allows you to play two different TV programs on two television sets, independently. With 500 GB hard drive, this satellite TV receiver lets you save plenty of movies, TV shows, music, and other stuffs. Supporting 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i resolutions, this DISH Network DVR delivers crisp, clear, and lifelike picture quality, for ultimate entertainment. With access to more than 180 HD channels, this satellite TV receiver gives endless entertainment from the comfort of your sofa. With slim, sleek, and compact profile, the DISH Network ViP722 fits anywhere in your living room.

$289.00

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Satellite TV FAQ

There are three basic kinds of orbits, depending on the satellite's position relative to Earth's surface: geostationary, asynchronous and polar. Television, communications and weather satellites all use geostationary orbits, which is why a DSS satellite TV dish is typically bolted in a fixed position. Learn more about the different types of satellite orbits.
Satellite signals have a pretty long path to follow before they appear on your TV screen in the form of your favorite TV show. Because satellite signals contain such high-quality digital data, it would be impossible to transmit them without compression. Learn more about satellite TV signals.
The FCC currently has a February 17, 2009, deadline for the transition to digital broadcasting. On this date, all analog broadcasting will stop, and consumers will need to buy converter boxes to receive programming on their older TVs. Learn more about digital television.

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