Ensuring the Dish Network receiver is updated with the right software and channel packages is crucial to enjoying all that you are paying for. Dish also allows for automatic updates on your receiver to be set and will not require one to constantly check for updates. The following is a guide on how to automate the updating process on a Dish Network receiver to occur every day.
Prerequisites
- A Dish Network satellite receiver like Hopper, Joey, Wally, etc., which shall be connected to your Dish antenna and TV.
- A broadband internet connection that is active and connected to your Dish receiver. This can be through Wi-Fi, ethernet, Hopper Connect, or another adapter. Another disadvantage is that the receiver requires an Internet connection to download updates.
Step 1 – Press the Home button on your remote to go to the Dish Settings Menu.
Pick up your Dish remote and turn to channel 501. Doing so will bring up the Dish Settings menu on the screen. However, you can also do this by pressing the Home button twice and then choosing the ‘Settings’ option.
Step 2- Select broadband The second step is that you need to go for the broadband option and this will involve selecting broadband-only.
From the Settings, select the Connect menu. To find the Broadband feature, first, we need to highlight the category area as shown in the picture below, then select Broadband.
Step 3 – This stage involves confirming the status of the broadband connection.
The Broadband Details screen will tell whether your receiver is connected to broadband or not and the status should read connected. In case you find yourself in a position where the status reads “Not Connected” you will have to check your Internet connection before proceeding with the updates.
Step 4 – Auto Software Update
From the Broadband Details page, while still on the page, look for the yellow button below that says “Updates”. This leads to the Auto Software Updates menu as indicated in the screenshots below.
Step 5 – Auto Update Time Setting
Originally, Auto Updates will be set at a default of 3:00 AM. This is usually done when the receiver and dish are not in regular usage hence the need to manage their positioning. If you prefer to have updates at another time, you can change the time of updating through the “Update Time” located before the list of Auto Software Updates menu.
Step 6 – Auto updates
Move down to the option labeled “Auto Update” and you will find a checkbox to tick. Ensure that the setting next to the box changes from disabled to enabled once you check the box.
The last step involves saving the updated schedule of your social media profiles.
When you have set the auto-updates at the specific time you want, press on the yellow “Done” button at the bottom of the screen. The system will update daily at this time as scheduled.
What Gets Updated Automatically
Scheduling auto updates will keep your Dish receiver up-to-date by downloading the latest:
- Receiver Firmware – Enhancements and bug fixes of the firmware used in the software.
- Guide Updates - New channel schedules and Dish TV program details.
- Application and Content Changes - Changes to on-demand product catalogs and/or applications.
However, there is a way to do it yourself and check for updates anytime you want; just go to the menu 501 and choose Check Upgrade. But making the Auto Updates possible will keep your Dish service up to date as it updates it for you every day.
Other Important Update Tips
Here are some additional things to keep in mind regarding Dish Network updates:
- Standby Operation – Your receiver should be left connected to power and placed on standby mode when not in use. This enables changes to cascade in standby.
- Allow time to Apply – Do not switch off power mid-process when an update is ongoing. It may take about 10-20 minutes for each update to finish. Interrupting an update in the middle is dangerous because that can corrupt software.
- Rebooting After Changes – After making significant changes such as configuring channels, and altering display options for example in the Dish receiver, make sure to unplug and then reconnect the power source. This assists the new software with the reloading process.
- Report Problems – If there are problems with software updates or your receiver is having problems after an update, go to Dish support to report software concerns so they can help and track problems.
This will ensure that you have updated information, which will help you to be as reliable as possible.
When configured correctly, the automatic updates for your Dish Network equipment will enable the service to work optimally. Your receiver will download from time to time the bug fixes, features that have been added, and channel updates among others without any input from you. As long as your satellite dish isn’t blocked, your equipment should be able to update daily as required. Adherence to the recommendations will ensure that you remain certain that you are using only the newest Dish service offerings and have the best connectivity to your preferred shows.
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