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Record 6 Different Shows At Once On The DIsh Network With The Hopper

The Dish Hopper is a powerful and feature-rich DVR and entertainment system offered by Dish Network, designed to revolutionize the way you watch and manage your favorite TV shows and movies. With its advanced capabilities, the Hopper enables you to record and store an extensive library of content, access on-demand programming, stream live TV and recorded shows to your mobile devices, and enjoy enhanced features like commercial skipping and multi-view mode.

Whether you’re a sports enthusiast, a binge-watcher, or a busy individual who wants flexibility in their entertainment, the Dish Hopper delivers an immersive and personalized viewing experience that puts you in control of your entertainment choices.

How To Record A Show On Dish Network

To record a show on a Dish Network receiver, you can follow these general steps:

  1. Ensure you have a Dish Network receiver: Make sure you have a Dish Network receiver with DVR capabilities. Not all receivers have built-in recording features, so check if your receiver model supports recording.
  2. Access the program guide: Press the “Guide” button on your Dish Network remote control. This will bring up the program guide on your TV screen.
  3. Locate the show: Navigate through the program guide using the arrow keys on your remote control until you find the show you want to record. You can browse by channel, time, or date.
  4. Select the show: Highlight the show you want to record using the arrow keys on your remote control.
  5. Schedule the recording: Once the show is highlighted, press the “Record” button on your remote control. This will bring up recording options for that show.
  6. Set recording preferences: In the recording options menu, you can set preferences such as recording the show once, recording all episodes, or setting up a recurring recording for a series. Use the arrow keys and select the desired options.
  7. Confirm the recording: After setting the recording preferences, select the “Record” or “Confirm” button on your remote control to schedule the recording. The show will be added to your DVR’s recording schedule.
  8. Manage your recordings: To view your scheduled recordings or manage existing recordings, you can access the DVR menu on your receiver. Press the “DVR” or “List” button on your remote control, and you’ll be able to browse and manage your recorded shows.

Please note that the specific steps and button names may vary slightly depending on your Dish Network receiver model. If you encounter any difficulties or have a different receiver, consult your receiver’s user manual or contact Dish Network customer support for further assistance.

Is primetime anytime free?

Yes, Primetime Anytime is a free feature offered by Dish Network. It allows you to automatically record prime-time shows from the major broadcast networks (ABC, CBS, NBC, and Fox) without the need to manually schedule individual recordings.

With Primetime Anytime enabled, Dish Network receivers can automatically record up to three hours of prime-time programming every night. This feature provides convenient access to popular shows during prime-time hours at no additional cost to Dish Network subscribers. However, it’s worth noting that Primetime Anytime recordings occupy DVR storage space, so you may need to manage your recorded content to ensure you have enough space for other recordings.

Top Ten Dish Hopper Features

Here are ten features of the Dish Hopper, a popular DVR and entertainment system provided by Dish Network:

  1. Whole-Home DVR: The Hopper allows you to watch and record shows on multiple TVs in your home, providing a seamless entertainment experience throughout your house.
  2. PrimeTime Anytime: Automatically records primetime shows from major broadcast networks, allowing you to catch up on popular programming without scheduling individual recordings.
  3. AutoHop: This feature lets you skip commercials automatically on select recorded primetime shows, giving you a more streamlined viewing experience.
  4. Remote Access: With the Dish Anywhere app or website, you can remotely schedule and manage recordings, as well as watch your recorded shows and live TV on your mobile devices or computers.
  5. Multi-View: The Hopper’s Multi-View mode enables you to watch up to four channels simultaneously on one screen, perfect for sports enthusiasts or those who like to multitask.
  6. 4K Ultra HD: The Hopper supports 4K Ultra HD content, allowing you to enjoy stunning picture quality with compatible 4K TVs and programming.
  7. Voice Control: You can use voice commands with the Hopper’s remote control or a compatible voice assistant (such as Amazon Alexa) to search for shows, change channels, and perform various functions.
  8. Sports Bar Mode: This feature splits your TV screen into multiple panels, each displaying a different game or sporting event, so you can keep up with multiple games at once.
  9. Parental Controls: The Hopper offers robust parental control settings, allowing you to restrict access to certain channels or content based on ratings or time restrictions.
  10. Personalized Recommendations: Based on your viewing habits and preferences, the Hopper provides personalized show recommendations to help you discover new content that you might enjoy.

Please note that some features may be specific to certain Hopper models or require additional subscriptions or compatible equipment.

What Is The Hopper

DISH is a leader in satellite TV and has something amazing to offer to its customers called ‘The Hopper’.  The Hopper™ is a Whole-Home HD DVR available only from DISH. Only the Hopper lets you watch live and recorded TV anywhere and instantly skip commercials in recorded primetime TV on ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC. Plus, you can record 6 different shows at the same time during primetime and store up to 2,000 hours of your favorite shows.

Let me say that again…. you can record 6 DIFFERENT SHOWS AT ONCE. Holla if you hear me!

Can you imagine? I certainly can’t! That would end so many fights. LOL! No matter what television you are in front of… no matter whether or not you want to watch live television vs. a recorded program, The Hopper has you covered. 

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I know what you are thinking. This feature is probably pricey. Well, it’s not! Get the Hopper™ free when you sign up for DISH. Packages starting at $24.99. (For 12 months with 24 month commitment. Restrictions Apply.) 

I don’t know what I’m more excited about – the ability to record 6 shows at once OR the ability to skip commercials instantly by using “AutoHop”. The Hopper would certainly put out a lot of fires in this household. And to think… my 5 year old hasn’t really started having much of an opinion on programming yet. In a year’s time, it’s going to get VERY messy for us all. 

Here are some HOPPER FEATURES (New Features Available 2/11/13 only from DISH):

NEW — DISH Anywhere™ – Never miss watching your favorite team or program again by transforming your smartphone, tablet or computer into a portable TV. With the DISH Anywhere app (for Apple and Android devices) andwww.dishanywhere.com online portal, customers can watch live and recorded TV including live sporting events, TV shows and movies – anytime, anywhere. DISH Anywhere also lets you take control of your DVR to schedule and manage recordings remotely. DISH Anywhere is included with every DISH subscription at no additional charge.

NEW — Hopper Transfers™ – This is the long awaited solution for watching programs when traveling without an Internet connection, such as in-flight or on the road. Simply transfer your DVR recordings to your iPad with the free Hopper Transfers app before you leave the house and you can enjoy your favorite movies or shows on flights or keep your kids entertained on a long road trip, even when you don’t have an Internet connection. Your shows and movies – on your time anywhere.

AutoHop™ – Hate commercials? DISH created commercial-free TV so you can save an hour each night! Now you can instantly skip commercials in recorded primetime TV on ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC. Only DISH gives you ad free TV with AutoHop™ on the Hopper™.

PrimeTime Anytime™ – With the Hopper™ you can record 6 different shows at the same time during primetime giving you three hours of on demand primetime ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC programming available to you for up to 8 days from initial air date.

Whole-Home HD DVR Functionality – The Hopper™ lets you have full HD DVR functionality on every TV, so you can pause, rewind and record live TV in any room. Plus, you can access your DVR library on all TVs so you can record a movie in the living room, start watching it in the bedroom and then finish in the kitchen.

Troy

Thursday 14th of February 2013

My family sounds a lot like yours, Vera. Between my wife, my son, and the fact that I work nights at DISH, my shows rarely got recorded on our old DVR. Now we have a DISH Hopper that records up to 6 shows at a time; we never fight about TV anymore and I finally get to go home and relax with my favorite shows.

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