Have you ever been out of your house and there is your favorite program on the television and you wished to record it? However, with the Dish Network, you do not have to worry about taping your favorite shows even if you are not at home due to the following aspects of their setup boxes and mobile applications. In this guide, you will learn how to schedule remote recordings and also how you can manage your DVR lineup regardless of the location that you are in.
Get The Equipment You Need
First things first - to DVR shows while away from home with Dish Network, you'll need:
- A compatible Dish Network setup box such as Hopper 3 or Wally box. These are fitted with internal hard drives where your recordings are stored. Some of the models that are old may not have the remoteness in scheduling.
- This is the Dish Anywhere mobile app. This enables you to watch your channel listing, record shows on the DVR, and set future programs to record from iPhones, iPads, Android phones, and tablets.
- A current subscription to Dish and home Internet access. Your setup box also requires an internet connection to relay communication between your device and the mobile application.
Watch Recordings from the Online Listings
The best way to schedule future shows for recordings is through the Dish Anywhere app’s web guide. Just follow these steps:
- Launch the Dish Anywhere app on your phone or tablet. If you are asked to log in to your Dish account then you do so.
- Go to the My TV tab and choose Online Listings. You will get to view the complete channel listing.
- Browse channels and shows. If one is of interest, click on it to see more information about the item.
- Select Record Episode if you wish to record a single episode of the show to be aired or Record Series if you wish to record the full series of a show. You can configure any other settings, for example, the number of episodes or the recording expiration date.
- Confirm the recording schedule. Entertaining news! The show will now record even if you are not home!
You will also get alerts that inform you when new episodes have been recorded so that you can watch them from any location.
Schedule Alerts for Live Broadcast Programs
Suppose a particular program which you are interested in, is on air right now? The Dish Anywhere app also lets you schedule recordings for live TV with the help of just two taps.
- In the app, select the My DVR option and then the Live TV option from the list.
- In any TV show broadcasting at the moment, go to the channel guide and click any show to reveal a window with the recording options.
- Select Record when you have an ongoing recording. With Dish’s PrimeTime Anytime, you’ll record the whole show from start to finish all thanks to the feature that always records primetime content on major networks in the background.
And that is how it is done, folks. You will no longer have to miss out on any segment of important live programs just because you could not make it to the television set on time.
Timers from Your DVR Timers
If you want to manually select the date, time, channel, and other options for a particular show or program, that airs at regular intervals, for example, a weekly news broadcast or daily soap opera, then it is better to schedule from the DVR. Fortunately, with the Dish Anywhere app, you are provided with complete functionality of your DVR timer setting options.
Here are the steps:
- On Dish Anywhere, go to My DVR then Timers.
- Click on the plus icon to set up a new recording timer.
- Type the channel number or use the listings to select the particular channel and program that you want to record.
- Choose the recording frequency, the start and end times of the recording, and any other options for the timer.
- Spare the timer and it will record on your home DVR as per your instructions, even when you are on holiday in Australia!
The control that the remote DVR affords ensures that one can always catch his or her favorite series no matter how busy life becomes.
View the Recordings From Any Location
That is why the Dish Anywhere mobile app is very convenient because you can watch your favorite shows from DVR from anywhere. Your recordings library can range from the episode of the TV show that aired last night and popular childhood shows.
Just follow these simple actions:
- In the Dish Anywhere app, go to My DVR then Recordings. This shows the full list of your saved contents.
- Click on any of the show titles to view episode synopses, and then scrub to begin playback. Watch online using Wi-Fi or mobile data connection.
- Able to pause, rewind, and control the flow of the proceeding just like a home experience. Video quality adapts to the quality of your connection to the streaming service.
Now, you can have all your recordings at your fingertips and this is not restricted to the living room television. As a student, you can watch episodes during your time-bound transport, lunch breaks, and other spare time.
Check out Dish Support for Remote Access Tips
These are the steps that will help you configure your device to DVR and watch content from Dish from any place. However, if you have a question or an issue with remote access, the company’s support team is always available around the clock.
Call Dish customer service, get through to them online through a chat, or visit their website to read the most recent articles on how to use the Dish Anywhere application and stream recorded programs from a remote location. Their specialists can also give advice that is relevant to the type of setup box model used in your home.
The convenience of being able to program recordings, set timers, and watch programs remotely is an added advantage for working Dish clients. As long as your home equipment is plugged into electricity and the internet, you’ll have continuous access. With that groundwork laid, you’ll have precise and convenient command of your TV schedule, no matter where life leads you!
Ready to upgrade your TV experience? Call us now at (877) 471-4808 to find the perfect Dish Network plan for you! Don’t miss out on great entertainment—our team is here to help you choose the best package and get you started today.
