New product creates a boom in the market. But quiet often it is maligned with a lot of criticism as well. So is the case with Dish Network satellite TV offers.

Myths and misconception tend to grab the attention of the people who would give their senses easily to check-in the flaws rather than looking into the reality. As the choice of selecting satellite TV or cable TV solely depends on you, this article will help you decide whether the myths you heard are true or not.

The process begins when you check few sites that offer you free satellite TV, free equipments with professional installation. Many questions start pouring into your brain like why these guys are giving away free satellite TV? How much will be the maintenance fee? What would be the commitment to the connection, etc? This article will give you a crystal clear picture of truth of the Dish Network.


ARE EQUIPMENTS FREE WITH NO INSTALLATION CHARGES?

Many people are skeptical about the free satellite TV offers. Yes, many are still in a dilemma of shifting to Dish Network from the cable TV. No doubt, Dish Network is better than cable TV in many ways. Dish offers free equipment for 4-rooms i.e. 4 receivers in 4 different rooms which would suffice all your needs. Also the setup is done for free by the professionals.


IS CABLE PRICING CHEAPER THAN SATELLITE TV?

According to a new study by J.D. Power & Associates the average price of a satellite TV subscription this year fell below that of cable TV for the first time ever. Even on the basis of monthly subscription dish network works out to be cheaper than the cable TV. Even the channel to channel comparison of cable TV and satellite TV reveals that the latter is cheaper.


LOCAL CHANNEL AVAILABILITY

There have been many misconceptions about the availability dish network local channels - which are not true. Dish network customers have 2 options with regard to receiving local channels:

• You may qualify to receive the local networks via your dish network satellite dish (if available) in many markets. This consists of your favorites including NBC, CBS, FOX, and others.

• If your city does not qualify for local channels via your dish network satellite dish, you may still get your local channels for free with an off-air antenna at your local electronics retailer or online.


DO WE HAVE TO WATCH SAME CHANNELS IN DIFFERENT ROOMS?

No. You can watch different channels in different rooms as you want. You are provided with 4-receivers for 4-different rooms. So, choice is yours. You decide on what to watch.


DOES IT REQUIRE COSTLY REPAIRS?

Many people think that there are many costly repairs associated with satellite equipment. The truth is that when you sign up with DISH Network for an 18-month agreement, you will receive our Dish Home Protection Plan for FREE for the duration of your agreement.

Dish Home Protection plan provides 24 hours a day, & 7 days a week free technical support, free equipment replacement, Video Cabling & Power Surge Repairs and also Free Movers Program.


DOES THE SATELLITE TV GET EASILY AFFECTED BY TREES OR WEATHER?

The satellite dish requires an unobstructed view of the Southwest sky. When properly mounted, it will give you the best service. The possibility of the failure could be only during the extreme torrential downpour conditions which is rare. Even during such cases it will be connected within few minutes or seconds. Also, the standard professional installation is for free and you will not be charged for the installation during such conditions.


Mike Lazier is a senior editor and an expert panelist with AFreeDish.com - one of the leading Authorized Dish Network Web Retailers.