Dish Network VIP 722k DVR Receiver
Enhance your home entertainment with the DISH NETWORK DVR VIP 722K receiver and DISH 1000.4 High Definition Antenna. This powerful system offers substantial recording capacity, storing up to 350 hours of SD or 55 hours of HD content. Enjoy the flexibility of independent viewing on two separate televisions, with TV1 capable of HD and TV2 supporting SD. The package includes two remotes, one of which is a UHF Pro remote for extended range control. The optimized antenna ensures simplified reception for many US customers, providing access to both SD and HD programming.
$299.95
Owner Satisfaction
3.8
/ 5
Category Rank
73
/ 118
#73 in Satellite Receivers
Price vs Category Average
-7%
Below average
Recording Capacity SD
350
/ up to hours
Who it's for
- Simultaneous Recording
- Multi-Room Functionality (TV2)
- Expandable Storage
Who should skip it
- Outdated Interface and Features
- SD Limitation on TV2
- High Power Consumption and Heat
Key Specs
Recording Capacity SD
up to 350 hours
Recording Capacity HD
up to 55 hours
Tuners
Two satellite tuners, one off-air tuner
Dimensions
3.5”H x 16”W x 13”D
Weight
11 lbs.
Connectivity
1 USB 2.0 port, 1 Ethernet port
Audio Outputs
Optical, RCA-type stereo, HDMI
Remote Control
IR and UHF Pro
Features
- Extensive recording capacity for HD and SD content
- Independent viewing on two separate TVs
- Includes UHF Pro remote for extended control
- Supports Picture-In-Picture capability
- Integrated Digital/Analog off-air tuner
- Software upgradeable via satellite
- On-screen Electronic Program Guide (EPG)
- Supports Dolby Digital audio decoding
What customers say
Long-term users highly value the Dish Network VIP 722k for its exceptional reliability and robust dual-tuner capability, noting its decade-long performance as a true workhorse. This unit offered significant value by allowing simultaneous recording and output to a second television. However, modern sentiment is tempered by significant performance issues. The user interface is consistently described as slow and unresponsive compared to newer systems. Sluggish channel changes and frustrating menu navigation detract from the core recording function. Furthermore, the lack of modern features like integrated streaming and high-definition secondary output makes the overall experience feel dated. The sentiment is clearly split between appreciation for its historical build quality and frustration with its outdated speed.
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