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Smart Card Technology - A type of technology that allows sophisticated processing functions to be available on a small plastic card that is embedded with a tiny computer chip.
Standard DIRECTV Receivers - Standard DIRECTV Receivers give access to 100% digital-quality programming and include an advanced programming guide allowing you to search and sort channels easily. Additional features include parental lock, on-screen caller ID capability, channel banner, and universal programmable remote.
Splitter - A splitter is a passive device (one with no active electronic components) which distributes a television signal carried on a cable in two or more paths and sends it to a number of receivers simultaneously.
Spot Beam - A spot beam is a satellite transmission that is focused on a specific area within the footprint, or broadcast area, of the satellite. Both DISH Network and DIRECTV use spot beams to increase the capacity of channels they can provide, thus allowing the broadcast of more local networks.
System Lock - A DIRECTV System lock provides privacy and allows a customer to control access, via a 4-digit password, to messages and the lock function, and to set rating and event spending limits. A system lock is managed through the feature menu.
Subscription Programming - Additional programming options with a specific topic, often sports related. These packages are purchased either by a one-time fee or by several monthly payments. Special offers typically exist for those that purchase the subscription in advance.
Surround Sound - Surround sound is an audio effect that is created by using multiple speakers powered by separate audio channels to simulate accurate sound from a recording (i.e. movies, concerts, TV shows, sporting events). More simply it makes your living room sound like a movie theater.
SW-21, SW-44, SW-64 - These are all multi-sat switches used by DISH Network systems. The first number refers to the number of satellite input connections and the second number indicates how many receivers that switch can accommodate.
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