Dish Network DISH311 Receiver Review

Dish Network Satellite TV Receiver DISH311

Dish Networks’ DISH311 receiver is Dish Network’s feature rich single TV satellite TV receiver, offering benefits that include a 2 day EPG (Electronic Programming Guide) and takes advantage of Dish Networks advanced Dish Home Interactive TV features.

Many of the technologies we use everyday are changing so rapidly it’s hard for the hardware to keep up. Satellite TV is no different, while the DISH311 is the entry level single TV satellite TV Tuner; it’s still an impressive and capable piece of hardware.

The Low Down on the Receiver

The Dish Network DISH311 is a very capable piece of technology. The bargain basement price will help you overlook a few shortcomings. The digital audio and video from the DISH311 is excellent and while it’s not HD, the 311 delivers vivid colors and realistically eerie sound quality well above the entry level cable or antenna connection. Dish has moved to an internal smart card, but kept the empty slot in the front for future use. Its rugged black case is easy to care for and fits in with a décor.

Technical Characteristics

When you order Dish Network, the DISH311 is one of the receivers you can choose to have installed. You will be able to hook up one TV and watch any of the standard programming packages (HD packages require an HD Receiver). Dish Network has made it simple and easy to use. The 311 is straightforward and doesn’t make simple tasks complicated.

One button access to the On Screen Electronic Programming Guide, use the remote to scan or page through 2 days of TV listings and information, Search for programming and add it to your favorites list, set “closed captioning”, Parental control locks, automatic and manual event timers, The remote makes operating the receiver child’s play.

As you can expect the Dish Network DISH311 has RCA type audio/video outputs to connect to your home theater system. One S-video output, 1 RF modulated output (Channel 3/4), One TV antenna/cable TV input and a telephone jack for the 2400 baud modem that will allow you to order pay-per-view.

You’ll be impressed with the clear sound and crisp video, this is the best picture and sound your going to get without upgrading to High Def.

Summary of the Dish Network DISH311

The 311 delivers unmatched performance in a no-nonsense rugged case that fits in with any décor. It is straightforward and amazingly simple to use. Its vivid colors and realistic sound quality perform well above the entry level cable or antenna connection. The remote makes operating the tuner as easy as child’s play. Its bargain basement price makes this receiver a real steal. We rate the Dish Network DISH311 receiver a Good Buy.