How do I Download Recordings From Dish DVR to a Phone?

Dish Network provides you the most content to watch on your computer or mobile device (see Reference 1). This satellite company offers its customers TV Everywhere. Dish Remote Access enables customers to watch Live and recorded DVR content wherever they go over a high-speed Internet connection or 3G cellular data plan (see Reference 2). Dish Remote Access works on any high-speed Internet compatible laptop, tablet or smart phone. It also uses Sling technology, which compresses your TV signal so that it is readily available over the web (see reference #2). Dish Customers can download DVR content to their mobile phone by following these instructions.

Things You'll Need

• ViP® 922 SlingLoaded DVR or ViP® 722/722k HD DVR receiver with the Sling Adapter accessory
• High-speed Internet service
• Compatible smart phone

Instructions

1. Create an account through Dish Network's website. You will be prompted to create a user name with password and your Dish TV account or receiver number.

2. Log on to your Dish Network account online and click the Dish Remote Access tab. Read the terms and conditions for this service emote access and click "agree." You are required to agree to the terms of use before using this feature.

3. Connect the DVR to your high-speed Internet connection. Connect the Ethernet cable or USB extender with wireless connector to the USB port on the back of the DVR. Follow any necessary set-up guides for your Internet device. Press "Menu" on Network remote. Select "System Setup" followed by "Diagnostics." Select "Connection" to start the test. If the results say "Broadband Connection OK" then you are done. If the connection fails, reinsert cables and try again. You are now ready to access all the features.

4. Download the free Dish Remote Access app onto your phone. You can find the link for this app on the Dish Network website or through your phone's application store.

5. Open the app and follow the setup instructions.

6. Open the Dish Remote app on your phone to access your DVR. You will need to sign into your remote access application. Click on recorded programs, make a selection and begin watching.

7. Contact Dish Network by phone or the Internet if you are still experiencing technical difficulties or need help troubleshooting.

Tips & Warnings

• Dish Network DVRs which are capable for remote access include the following model numbers: the SoloDVR™512, 522, 625, ViP® 612, ViP® 622, ViP® 722, ViP® 722k and ViP ®922.

References

• Dish Network: Dish Remote Access

Resources

• Dish network: TV Everywhere
• Dish Network: Dish Remote Access