Satellite Television, Great Value and Service?

Answer 1

Everyone is looking for better value and to save a few dollars on their television service. One way to do this is by using a Satellite Television Provider instead of a local cable company.

Unlike local telephone or internet service, everyone who can see the sky and can mount a small satellite dish on their roof has access to a dizzying array of television choices. High definition programming, cultural programming, news and local channels in most markets are available.

The major components of a satellite television provider service are the dish itself, the LNB that connects to the dish that receives the signals reflected by the dish and the wiring. Depending on the service ordered, an LNB can have multiple cable connections and require specialized hardware for the cabling to junction at. This is the case for high definition television service and access to multicultural television programming which are broadcasted from more than one satellite, thus the specialized hardware.

One way to save money with satellite is by agreeing to an annual contract for service.

By doing this, the television consumer receives free installation and free hardware such as receivers and digital video recorders. Having professional installation with a guarantee is a wise way to have the equipment installed, as an out of alignment dish, by only a few tenths of a degree, can make the service more likely to be affected by storm clouds and other inclement weather.

Also, watch the timing of the satellite hardware signup.

Service providers conduct promotional offers from time to time to entice new customers to sign up. A common time for this to happen is around the holidays and during income tax refund time. Often times they will post discount coupons online as part or separate from these time sensitive promotions.

Finally, be Wary of up sell Packages

Satellite Television Provider sales people are taught to up sell customers up on the programming packages they subscribe to. Through teaser introductory package prices and lumping 100 channels into “only” $12.99 more sales pitches, they push to squeeze every penny out of new and existing customers. Be wary and resist the urge to do this.