| ENGLEWOOD, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 29,
2005--EchoStar Communications Corporation (Nasdaq:DISH)
announced that its DISH Network(TM) satellite TV
service will expand its high-definition
television (HDTV) package by adding 10 original
VOOM HD networks, expected to be available May
1, 2005. With the addition of these originals to
its current slate of HD programming, DISH
Network further establishes itself as the leader
in high-definition TV. The 10 VOOM HD networks
will include RUSH HD, Gallery HD, Rave HD, Ultra
HD, Equator HD, Monsters HD, Animania HD,
Majestic HD, HD News and Guy TV HD. These
networks will give viewers a high-def experience
in such entertainment categories as science
fiction, fashion, travel, music concerts and
more.
"The addition of these original channels
makes the DISH Network high definition package
the best in the pay-TV industry," said Eric Sahl,
vice president of programming for EchoStar.
"With programming offering the finest clarity
and resolution, customers enjoy a better TV
watching experience."
Customers can sign a one-year agreement and
receive six free months of HD programming with
high-definition receivers in up to two rooms at
no charge. For a limited time, those who sign up
can also receive more than 180 standard
definition channels for only $19.99 a month for
the first three months, plus a free DVR upgrade,
with next-day installation.
For more information on DISH Network, visit
www.dishnetwork.com, call 1-800-333-DISH (3474),
or contact your local DISH Network retailer. For
downloadable, print quality images of DISH
Network equipment, installations or the DISH
Network logo, visit www.dishnetwork.com/content/aboutus/presskit/print/index.shtml.
About EchoStar
EchoStar Communications Corporation
(Nasdaq:DISH) serves more than 11 million
satellite TV customers through its DISH
Network(TM), the fastest growing U.S. provider
of advanced digital television services in the
last five years. DISH Network offers hundreds of
video and audio channels, Interactive TV, HDTV,
sports and international programming, together
with professional installation and 24-hour
customer service. DISH Network ranks No. 1 in
Customer Satisfaction among Cable/Satellite TV
Subscribers by J.D. Power and Associates. Visit
EchoStar's DISH Network at www.dishnetwork.com
or call 1-800-333-DISH (3474).
CONTACT: EchoStar Communications Corporation
Mark Cicero, 720-514-5065
mark.cicero@echostar.com
SOURCE: EchoStar Communications Corporation |
