Is the DIRECTV broadcast compatible with various surround-sound technologies? The DIRECTV System is compatible with Dolby Pro Logic Surround-Sound and Dolby Digital. To get true surround-sound, you will need a Dolby Pro Logic or Dolby Digital surround sound processing unit. Basically, you will be able to experience surround-sound with DIRECTV® programming if your home theater system has surround-sound capability.
Can DIRECTV be connected to more than one television set in my house? Buying separate DIRECTV Receivers for various television sets in your home gives you the flexibility of watching different DIRECTV programs on different television sets. To do this, you'll need to have a dual-LNB DIRECTV System.
Can I install the DIRECTV System myself or should I hire someone? Our customers who use professional installers typically have fewer technical concerns later on, and professional installation is quite affordable. If you're purchasing an oval-shaped satellite dish, that installation is more complicated, so you'll definitely want a professional to take care of it.
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- DIRECTV is the nation's #1 digital satellite entertainment service.
- DIRECTV offers an incredible selection of entertainment for every member of the family -- all in the 100% digital-quality picture and sound that DIRECTV is known for.
- DIRECTV combines America's favorite network channels, other popular networks not available from many cable services, a pay per view movie service with up to 55 choices of movies and special events a day, local channels in many markets, and an unprecedented sports subscription lineup.
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Comparing DirecTV &
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| Personal Video Recording | DirecTV offers TiVo. | Dish offers it's own Personal Video Recorder (PVR), which is very similar to TiVo. |
| Adult Programs | DirecTV currently offers 5 adult channels. | Dish offers 6 adult channels. |
| 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. |
| Popularity | More than 11 million customers in the United States. | Fastest growing with more than 8 million customers. |
| 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. | Pricing | Basic packages prices start at $29.99. | Basic packages prices start at $29.99. |
| Customer Service | DirecTV offers a 24 hour customer service line. | Dish offers 24 hour customer service, which is actually done in-house. |
| 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. |
| Signal | 100% Digital MPEG2 | 100% Digital MPEG2 |
| Number of Channels | Supports up to 225 channels. | Supports up to 256 channels. |
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- DishPVR 510 is an integrated Satellite TV receiver and Personal Video Recorder (PVR) that gives you the ability to record and control TV programming in a way you never could before.
- 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.
- With hundreds of channels to choose from, Dish's packages are put together to give you choice and value.
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