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Satellite TV is increasingly popular these days, challenging cable
television. Yes, in some places across the US where cable TV is not
available, satellite TV is the only option. But even in places where they
do have both options, many prefer the satellite TV providers.
The beginning of the direct broadcast satellite TV services in 1994
changed the way we watch TV. The utilized advanced equipment,
starting from the dish to the mobile accessories have significantly
changed what we knew about TV entertainment.
Since the satellite TV providers introduced the digital technology, the
sound and picture quality of satellite TV is of high quality. Additionally,
satellite TV has improved and enriched the range of television
programming that is now available to TV viewers. Regardless of the form
of paid television services people choose, everybody agrees that the
rise of satellite TV has improved television technology for the better for
all television viewers.
Not anybody can offer satellite TV. In order to offer satellite TV broadcast,
a company needs to have a network of satellites. Today there are two
major companies that dominate the market - DISH Network and DirecTV.
These companies conduct a fierce fight for every new customer,
competing with smaller upstarts such as Pegasus and Voom.
The purpose of satellite TV providers is to provide TV programming
options to the satellite TV viewers. Similar to cable television services,
satellite TV providers charge a monthly subscription rate for viewers to
access a package of available television channels. These satellite TV
providers share many television channels but they also are the sole
providers of other specific networks.
In general, the equipment that is used by each satellite TV provider is
more or less the same. Although satellite TV providers use different
broadcasting satellites, there are few variations among the hardware
that they use. Additionally, the new satellite TV subscribers should not
worry about equipment and installation costs because the equipment is
usually offered for free.
As satellite TV providers make their profit through their monthly
subscriptions, they usually bundle the equipment required to receive
satellite TV transmissions and the installation services for this equipment
with a twelve month subscription. The profits that these satellite TV
providers are able to make from their subscription rates make the losses
of either giving away or charging low rates for the satellite TV equipment
and installation services negligible.
Although their quality of transmission is almost identical, when
comparing the two satellite TV providers, there are several things to take
in consideration. For example, programming.
Programming is one of the most important byproducts of satellite TV
technology. Satellite TV watchers are now able to enjoy much more
varied programming through an increase of available channels. The type
of subscription package that you purchase from a satellite TV provider
will dictate the programming, but Direct TV, the Dish Network and
Pegasus offer over 200 television channels. Voom offers over 100
television channels.
There are also differences in the type of programming that the satellite
TV companies provide. Comparing Direct TV and the Dish Network in
terms of the type of programming that they offer, generally Direct TV
offers more sports programming whereas Dish Network offers more
international programming.
Cost is difficult to compare because it depends on the type of satellite
TV package that you are interested in. Generally, satellite TV providers
offer a range of programming packages that will increase in channels
with an increase in price. It is important to note that the cost of satellite
TV packages will always change to match the growing competition within
the satellite TV market and to match the growth of the paid satellite TV
market as a whole. Here is a comparison of current satellite TV provider
costs:
The Dish Network offers basic packages that range from $24.99 per
month to $77.99 per month.
Direct TV offers basic packages that range from $36.99 per month to
$87.99 per month
Pegasus offers basic packages that range from $39.99 per month to
$42.99 per month.
Voom offers basic packages that range from $39.90 per month to
$79.90 per month.
Performance Differences When comparing the performance differences
between Direct TV and the Dish Network, it is important to note that
there are only subtle differences. The best Direct TV setups are slightly
easier to use than Dish Network setups, but recent testing has shown
that Dish Network systems offer a slightly better overall picture than
Direct TV systems.
Customer service levels should usually be compared on a local basis.
Given the tough competition and their exponential growth, the two
largest satellite TV providers have increased their customer services to
reach their subscribers' satisfaction. Both Direct TV and the Dish Network
offer online customer service that enables subscribers the ability to
access their current statements, prior statements, online user manuals
and online installation guides. Additionally, these online services allow
subscribers to add packages and make account payments.
As for warranty, both suppliers offer a full year warranty that starts on
the day of the service activation. For their subscribers, both companies
offer a 24-hour customer service line.
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