Programming a Dish Network card involves calling Dish Network directly after installing the satellite, giving the receiver and smart card numbers to the customer service representative and conducting a activation hit to de-scramble the satellite channels. See how to program a Dish Network card when self-installing with helpful information from a certified satellite installer in this free video on satellite TV.

Expert: Bill Barney
Bio: Bill Barney has installed more than 3500 satellite dish systems. He and his wife Debbie have owned Community Dish in Pahrump, Nevada, since 2003.
Filmmaker: Lew Gitlin .