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The Men’s Outdoors & Recreation Channel also known as MOR is no longer available on Dish Network or DirecTV. The Men’s Outdoors & Recreation Channel which use to be Channel 218 on Dish Network and channel 604 on DirecTV has been taken down. The parent company of The Men’s Outdoors & Recreation Channel Turner Media Group (TMG) also known as The Media Group, filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy in August.
Turner Media Group, the parent company of the Mens Outdoors & Recreation Channel (MOR) also owns and operates seven other national networks:
·         Healthy Living Channel
·         The Men’s Channel
·         Beauty & Fashion Channel
·         iDrive
·         Resort and Residence,
·         America’s Preview Channel
·         iShop TV.

We will follow Turner Media Group’s bankruptcy re-organization post updates. In the meantime, we recommend The Outdoor Channel as substitute for the Men’s Outdoors & Recreation Channel.
The Outdoor Channel (Dish Network Channel Name: OTDCH) is on channel 153. The Outdoor Channel is available in America’s Everything Pak, America’s Top 250 and the Dish Family programming packages. The Outdoor Channel features excellent programming airing time-honored outdoor activities. The programs on The Outdoor Network revolve around fishing, hunting and shooting sports. Outdoor Network shows appeal to sportsmen of all ages making sure the activities are family centered so all true great outdoorsman can enjoy the programming.

Want to learn more about other sports channels, please visit http://www.dish-network.com/ 
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With DISH Network’s launch of 7 additional HD channels in their Dish HD programming packages, we have posted on our website which HD channels accompany each programming package.  We wanted to explain that the number of channels your receive depends upon which standard-definition programming package you subscribe to.  Here is a quick overview:
·         DishHD and America’s Top 100 includes 31 national HD channels
·         DishHD and America’s Top 200 includes 32 national HD channels
·         DishHD and America’s Top 250 includes 35 national HD channels
·         DishHD and America’s Everything Pak includes 39 national HD channels
Please visit www.dish-network.com for the complete channel list.
 

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Story from the sky report 08/16/2007, please visit www.skyreport for the latest in satellite television news.

It may not be as inclusive as the NFL Sunday Ticket, but for a satellite company without exclusive rights to every professional football game, EchoStar is doing its best to lure fans of the gridiron to its DISH Network service. The nation’s second largest satellite TV provider has started to push its Football 24/7 package - which includes the NFL Network - for a starting price of $30 per month which includes high-def.

Dish Network has put their money where their mouth is and will offer their DishHD HDTV programming package free for 6 Months! This is a clear sign that Dish Network is and will remain the leader of HD while Dish Networks competitors speculate what their companies potential and future HD plans are.

With 30% of U.S. households currently owning at least 1 HDTV and 36% of U.S. households projected to buy at least 1 HDTV by the end of 2007, the HDTV market will see a growth of 20% in one year. Dish Network understands the current and future needs of HD and has positioned themselves well.

To Order Dish Network, visit www.dish-network.com

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Dish Network Offers HBO and Cinemax Free for 3 Months!

Dish Network has a New Premium Movie Offer Effective August 15, 2007 through January 31, 2008.  New Dish Network customers qualifying by order Digital Home Advantage 18, Former Digital Home Advantage 18 and ClubDISH and who subscribe to both HBO and CineMax premium movie packages upon activation, may be eligible to receive both of these packages FREE for up to 3 months!

This is great news for new Dish Network customers looking to make the switch from cable television. Dish Networks new premium movie offer represents potential customer savings of up to $66.00!

To Order Dish Network, visit www.dish-network.com

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Dish Netowrks DishDVR Advantage to include AT100 programming!

Dish Network also has a great deal with their AT250 Bonus Pak and DishDVR Advantage.
Customers can add the AT250 Bonus Pak for an additional $10.00 a month if they subscribe to AT200 with DishDVR Advantage.

To Order Dish Network, visit www.dish-network.com

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Dish Network is showing off their NFL Network Competitive Edge and they understandable should with what they can offer over their satellite and cable TV competitors. Dish Network has the most competitive pricing, not only with the lowest all digital price point, but unlike many other pay-TV providers, the NFL Network is offered in Dish Networks lowest tier of core programming, AT100 Dish Network claims to have some of the most comprehensive game coverage due to the fact that some cable companies don’t even carry the NFL Network. This gives Dish Network a huge advantage since many customers of these cable companies may not be able to see the great games planned to be broadcasted only on the NFL Network.

Dish Network is touting they will broadcast football 24/7 on DISH Network with the NFL Network and Local channels. With DISH Network, customers may be able to get football programming 24/7 with AT100 and locals for as low as $34.99/mo which breaks down to $29.99/mo. for AT100 plus an additional $5.00/mo. for locals. Fans can watch their favorite Teams on Dish Network on local Sunday Football on CBS, FOX and NBC, Monday Night Football on ESPN, top game re-broadcasts on Tuesday and Wednesday, Thursday Night Football on NLF Network and Saturday Night Football on NFL Network.

To order the NFL Network on Dish Network, visitwww.dish-network.com

Dish Network is the clear leader in HD programming and on August 15th, they are expanding their Dish HD offerings with 7 more HD channels.  The new channels are a part of their Leader in HD campaign that kicks off in mid August.  Along with the 7 New HD channels, Dish Network has launched 8 High Definition Regional Sports Networks and one additional HD local market in Birmingham Alabama.
The New National HD Programming on DISH Network

Channel MHD launches on August 15, 2007  and is a music-centric high-definition TV channel featuring programming from MTV, VH1, and CMT. MHD programming includes original programming such as a weekly music video countdown show, artist interviews, backstage extras, and a concert series. MHD will be available in DishHD with AT100 or higher.

Discovery HD, not to be confused with Discovery Theater HD, launches on August 15, 2007and offers the finest informative entertainment about nature and the environment, science and technology, history, adventure, and the people who share our world. Discovery HD is a simulcast of the standard definition Discovery Channel and will be available on DishHD with AT100 or higher

TLC (The Learning Channel) HD launches on August 15, 2007 and features world-class documentaries on history, human behavior, and science, and “how-to” programs featuring expert advice from the pros on cooking, gardening and home improvement. TLC HD will be available in Dish Network’s DishHD with AT100 or higher

Animal Planet HD, launching on August 15, 2007 brings nonstop entertainment for animal lovers of all ages featuring a full range of premiere animal programming 24 hours a day from Discovery Network’s natural history library including wildlife documentaries, pet care know-how, drama, family entertainment, event reportage and classic TV. Animal Planet HD will be in Dish Networks DishHD package with AT200 or higher.

The Science Channel HD launches on August 15, 2007 and is devoted to the wonders of science and The Science Channel explores life’s greatest mysteries and smallest wonders. It is the only network devoted entirely to the wonders of science, including in-depth coverage of science news. From the distant corners of the cosmos to the essential microscopic foundations of life, to the science of survival in extreme environments, no topic is too small for The Science Channel. The Science Channel will be available in DishHD with AT250

Long awaited be sports fans, the Golf Channel / Versus HD launching on August 15, 2007. This new HD channel is a simulcast of the Golf Channel programming by day and a simulcast of Versus (formerly OLN) content by night. Under the Versus brand, the channel will initially offer HD hockey, boxing, bull riding and field sports, which will air from 7PM to midnight. Golf Channel programming will include an exclusive HD airing of the PGA Tour and hundreds of hours of play from other tournaments, and will run from noon to 7PM. The Golf Channel / Versus HD will be available on DishHD with AT250.

The History Channel HD wil be launching on September 1, 2007 and is one of the leading cable-TV networks featuring compelling original, nonfiction specials and series that bring history to life in a powerful and entertaining manner across multiple platforms. The network provides an inviting place where people experience history in new and exciting ways. The History Channel HD will be on Dish Networks DishHD with AT100 or higher.

New Dish Network Customers can receiver DishHD FREE for 6 months plus a FREE HD DVR upgrade starting on August 15^th.

To Order Dish Network, visit www.dish-network.com

Dish network launched 8 new High Definition Regional Sports Networks on July 11, 2007! Dish Network customers have been waiting for these HD channels and this is the news that sports enthusiasts and high-definition TV fans have been waiting for. With Dish Networks launch of these new HD Regional Sports Networks, Dish Network will have a total of 17 High Definition Regional Sports Networks available on their Satellite Network. Once again Dish Network has further strengthen their position as the leader in high-definition television!
As with all Regional Sports Networks, Dish subscribers must reside in a qualifying area where an HD RSN is available, subscribe to AT100 Plus or higher,  subscribe to DishHD (Which is now available FREE for 6 months!); AND have a DISH Network MPEG-4/HD receiver.

From the SKYREPORT visit: www.skyreport.com

Next week EchoStar will unleash new external hard drives that enable DISH Network subscribers to store more high-definition content than ever before. With the advent of new USB hard drives, the company is downloading software upgrades do its ViP 622 HD DVR that will enable the USB connection.

According to reports, the move is coming Wednesday, Aug. 15.

DISH Network said without the external hard drive, its ViP 622 box can house up to 35 hours of HD content. With the added storage, EchoStar said that number skyrockets upwards.

TVPredictions.com reported the USB hard drives must be purchased separately, but with the ViP 622 and a new ViP 722 model, the upgrade will be free to new subscribers. USB hard drives can be purchased for less than $200, and DISH’s HD DVRs are compatible with USB external drives up to 750 GB, the site said.

EchoStar charges existing customers up to $199 to lease the ViP 622 and $349 for the ViP 722. The company said the 722, without the external hard drive, can hold up to 55 hours of HD programming. EchoStar also charges DISH subs a one-time fee of $39.99 to enable the USB add-on service.