Dish Network subscribers can get massive programming and remote access capabilities from Dish by connecting any of Dish Network’s ViP DVRs to Internet service. With a combination of DVR ViP and Internet service, subscribers can provide instant access to thousands of movies on demand, pay-per-view movies and events. They can get access to Dish Remote Access to remotely control DVRs, set up recordings and much more. Subscribers must connect any of Dish Network’s ViP DVRs to the Internet. This article explains the different ways to connect the ViP DVR to Internet service.
Subscribers can connect their ViP DVR to Internet service in three main ways. Potential subscribers can have any ViP Dish Network DVR. A brief note on each Dish Network ViP DVR is provided below.
DVR ViP on Dish Network:
- ViP922 Slingloaded DVR: The ViP922 Slingloaded DVR with built-in Sling technology includes TV Everywhere service and many other useful features. With this DVR, subscribers can watch shows on TV and mobile devices, watch one show while recording another, etc. This single DVR is capable of performing multiple functions at the same time.
- DuoDVR ViP 722k: A single DuoDVR ViP 722k can be connected to two TVs (one SD and one HD TV). It supports independent viewing on separate TVs. Program recording can be done while watching another program. Other advanced features are combined in this DVR.
- Duo ViP 222k: Duo ViP 222k DVR can be connected to two televisions (one HD and one SD). It supports independent TV viewing on the two TVs located in separate rooms. For HD content, you can play all HD screen resolutions and Dolby Digital sound.
- Only DVR ViP 612: Only DVR ViP 612 can be connected to an HDTV. It has a built-in DVR that can be set to record.
- Only ViP 211k: Only ViP 211k can be connected to a single HDTV. This DVR offers a number of features along with good sound and quality picture.
Ways to Connect Any ViP Series DVR to the Internet: As mentioned above, there are three ways to connect a ViP Series DVR to the Internet. They are:
- Wired connection
- Wireless connection
- Turbo Slinglink connection
Wired connection:
- Connect the Ethernet cable from the port on the back of the ViP DVR receiver to an open port on the router.
- Check the connection by pressing Menu on the Dish Network Remote. Select System Settings → Diagnostics → Connection. If the result says “Broadband Connection OK”, return to programming.
- If by any chance the test shows a failure message, check all connections and reboot the router and repeat the test.
Wireless connection:
- Connect the wireless Dish connector to the USB extender. After that, plug the USB extender into the USB port located on the back of the ViP DVR receiver.
- Now select “Settings” in the message that appears on the screen. Next, select a wireless network from the list that appears on the screen and select “Done”.
- Enter the password of the wireless network and select “Done”. Check that the wireless signal reading on the screen is above 40. If so, select “OK”.
- Check the connection by pressing Menu on the Dish Network Remote. Select System Settings → Diagnostics → Connection. If the result says “Broadband Connection OK”, return to programming.
- If by any chance the test shows a failure message, check all connections and reboot the router and repeat the test.
Turbo Slinglink connection
- First, find the outlet near the modem/router, and then plug in the SlingLink Turbo connector.
- Connect an Ethernet cable from the modem/router port to the Ethernet port on the SlingLink Turbo Connector.
- Reset the DVR receiver. To do this, unplug the receiver from the power source and hold it for a minimum of 10 seconds, then plug it back in. The receiver will take 5 minutes to reboot.
- Check the connection by pressing Menu on the Dish Network Remote. Select System Settings → Diagnostics → Connection. If the result says “Broadband Connection OK”, return to programming.
- If by any chance the test shows a failure message, check all connections and reboot the router and repeat the test.
Benefits: There are many benefits to having ViP DVR connected to your home broadband service. Subscribers can access movies and many useful features. Let’s take an in-depth look at these benefits.
Video On Demand: Subscribers can access Video On Demand service when they connect their ViP Series DVR with home broadband. Video On Demand provides access to thousands of movies and shows every month. Subscribers can find all kinds of movies. And most importantly, they can watch immediately once they select their movie or show. They can choose from new releases, old favorites, and free titles. There are also adult programs available at the Midnight Lounge. HD movies on Blue-ray Disc and 1080p resolutions are available to subscribers with HD TV.
Dish Remote Access – When subscribers have their ViP DVR connected to home broadband, they can access Dish Remote Access. Dish Remote Access is a Dish Network application that subscribers can download for free on compatible smartphones, PCs and laptops. With this app, subscribers can remotely manage their DVR library via PC and mobile devices. The iPhone and iPad can be used as a remote for the dish receiver. Subscribers can browse and search for shows in the program guide. They can even schedule recordings and delete old ones.
From the above explanation, it is clear that subscribers get massive programs by simply connecting their ViP Series DVR with home Internet service. The connection ways are simple and easy.