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- We feature DIRECTV Satellite TV Systems... from the basic DIRECTV Systems to those with TiVO and HDTV.
- Learn about satellite dishes, programming, installation, and multi-room systems. Select the best Satellite TV System for your needs.
- DIRECTV has created a programming service specifically driven to offer customers more choice and value for their entertainment dollar.
- Using the most advanced satellite technology, we deliver more than 225 channels of programming to homes and businesses that have DIRECTV receiving equipment, which features a small satellite dish, a digital set-top receiver and a remote control.
- DIRECTV is the nation's #1 digital satellite entertainment service.
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Comparing DirecTV &
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| Adult Programs | DirecTV currently offers 5 adult channels. | Dish offers 6 adult channels. |
| Customer Service | DirecTV offers a 24 hour customer service line. | Dish offers 24 hour customer service, which is actually done in-house. |
| Pricing | Basic packages prices start at $29.99. | Basic packages prices start at $29.99. |
| International Programs | DirecTV offers several packages with Spanish language channels. DirecTV also offers Chinese language programming with its Phoenix TV. | Dish offers several packages with Spanish language channels. |
| Premium Channels | DirecTV offers HBO, Starz Super Pak, Showtime Unlimited, Cinemax, and their Sports Pack. | Dish also offers HBO, Starz, Showtime and Cinemax, but in slightly different configurations. | Popularity | More than 11 million customers in the United States. | Fastest growing with more than 8 million customers. |
| Personal Video Recording | DirecTV offers TiVo. | Dish offers it's own Personal Video Recorder (PVR), which is very similar to TiVo. |
| Signal | 100% Digital MPEG2 | 100% Digital MPEG2 |
| Sports Programs | Exclusive packages include NHL Center Ice, ESPN Game Plan, ESPN Full Court, MLB Extra Innings, NY Yankee Games, NBA League Pass and NFL Sunday Ticket. | Offers many sports channels, College Game-Day Plan, and many free NFL games. |
| Number of Channels | Supports up to 225 channels. | Supports up to 256 channels. |
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- The most recent movies, live sporting events, concerts, and much more are all available with a touch of a button.
- Watch 100% Digital programming on up to two TVs and get FREE Basic Installation when you purchase two satellite TV receivers for FREE and commit to 12 months of programming.
- Have more than two TVs? No problem! Dish has a great option for you. The Digital Home Plan offers satellite service for up to 4 televisions, with no equipment to buy!
- Get hundreds of hours of Hollywood hit movies, award-winning original programming, concerts and sports specials...for just pennies a day!
- DishPro 301 is the latest Dish entry-level satellite receiver. It features a sleek low-profile design and offers interactive capabilities to enhance the television experience.
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