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Satellete TV Guide

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Deciding which satellite company to pick is a major choice till you try to decide which package you want with your service, then there is which receiver is the best to meet your needs not to mention the different dishes you must chose from. I know I have been through both and with the help of two friends one who works for Dish TV and the other than installs DirecTV systems I have really found there is a major amount of research you should do to make a wise decision on the best type of satellite TV system. I have compiled over 2000 websites for all the information of different aspects of the area of satellite TV.

I have tried the big two satellite companies personally. I have much information never found on any other websites. I believe this site will be your one stop site in the future. I left no stone unturned when the term satellite TV, hacking and programming are both addressed.

Installation is completly different between the the two companies and the are many factors that will improve your reception in the wiring design you deside in you installation plans. I found it is best to plan ahead the wiring and if possible have your wiring finished before your installation.

Satellite TV Guide – Is DISH Network Better Than DIRECTV?

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Satellite TV Guide

Here’s a rundown on the programming, equipment, and services provided by DISH Network and DIRECTV so you can decide for yourself which satellite TV provider is the best one for you.

Programming

Programming Packages

* DISH Network programming packages start at $19.99 for 40 channels and go up to $74.99 for 350 channels.

* DIRECTV programming packages start at $41.99 for 155 channels and go up to $96.99 for 250 channels.

Local Channels

* DISH Network charges $5 a month to add local channels.

* DIRECTV charges $3 per month to add local channels.

Music Channels

* DISH Network offers 52 commercial-free music channels and 60 Sirius radio channels.

* DIRECTV: Offers 67 commercial-free XM radio channels.

Pay-Per-View

* DISH Network charges $3.99 per movie, while sports and special event prices vary with each event.

* DIRECTV: Movies cost $3.99 per movie, sports and special event prices vary.

Sports Packages

* DISH Network offers 7 sports packages including NFL, MLB, NBA, and MLS packages.

* DIRECTV offers 9 sports packages including NFL, MLB, NBA, MLS and NFL Sunday Ticket.

International Programming

* DISH Network offers 21 international channels, including Asian, Chinese, and Spanish programming.

* DIRECTV Network offers 7 international channels, including Asian, Chinese, and Spanish programming.

Service Commitment

* DISH Network requires a one year service commitment and charges a fee for early cancellation.

* DIRECTV requires a one year commitment and charges a fee for early cancellation.

Equipment

Satellite TV System

* DISH Network gives you a free satellite dish, up to four free receivers, and free installation when you sign up for their service.

* DIRECTV gives you a free satellite dish, up to four free receivers, and free installation (shipping and handling for the system is $19.95).

DVR (digital video recorder)

* DISH Network will give you a free DVR.

* DIRECTV will give you a free DVR after a $99 mail-in rebate.

HD (high definition) Receiver

* DISH Network offers a free HD receiver.

* DIRECTV offers a free HD receiver after a $99 mail-in rebate.

Protection Plan

* DISH Network has a free 18 month protection plan.

* DIRECTV’s protection plan is $5.99 per month.

Conclusion

If you want the most satellite TV channels for the least amount of money, the biggest variety of programming, the most international channels, the most pay-per-view movies, and the most commercial-free music channels, then Dish Network is the obvious choice.

If you’re looking for the most sports packages and don’t mind paying the extra money for programming, then DIRECTV is what you’re looking for.