INTRODUCTION

The MT2 Over-the-Air (OTA) Module allows you to add two digital
over-the-air tuners to your satellite receiver. This provides the ability to
integrate over-the-air channels into the on-screen Program Guide of
compatible receivers for seamless viewing by both the TV1 and TV2
viewers. If your satellite receiver is a DVR (digital video recorder),
using this module will also allow you to record digital over-the-air
broadcasts.

In addition, the MT2 OTA Module adds a Channel 3-4 coax output, for
connection to standard-definition TVs.

INSTALLATION AND SETUP

Installation Considerations
• The OTA Module is compatible with only specific receiver
models. Refer to your receiver’s User Guide to determine if your
receiver model can use the module.
• The OTA Module is capable of receiving only digital over-the-air
broadcasts, not analog.
• These instructions assume that your satellite receiver is already
connected to a dish antenna, and has the most current software. If
not, you must connect the satellite receiver to your dish antenna
and download current software, using the instructions included
with those pieces of equipment.
• A DISH Network programming subscription is required to
receive over-the-air channels using the OTA Module.
• The OTA Module does not provide pass-through of analog OTA
signals.
 

• These instructions assume you have an over-the-air antenna
suitable for your area already installed in your system. Refer to
 a local retailer for assistance in choosing
and peaking an over-the-air antenna.
 

Installing the MT2 Module

1. Unplug the receiver’s power cord from the electrical outlet.
Unplug the receiver’s power cord from electricity anytime you
install or remove the OTA module. Doing so reduces the
danger of electrical shock, which could damage the module
and the receiver, and injure or kill you.
2. Look at the back panel of your satellite receiver, and locate the
cover on the left side of the back panel. Remove the two screws
attaching the cover to the receiver (see Figure 1). Keep the screws
for use in installing the module.

Figure 1. Removing the Cover

The module port on the back of the satellite receiver must be
covered if an OTA Module is not installed. Damage to an
uncovered module port is not covered by the receiver’s
Limited Warranty.
3. Install the module into the module port, making sure the labeling on
the module is right-side up. Attach the module using the two cover
screws (see Figure 2).

 

Note: Save the module port cover in case you need to remove the
module and cover the port in the future.
Figure 2. Installing the MT2 OTA Module

4. Connect the cable from your over-the-air antenna to the OVER-THEAIR
ANTENNA IN port on the module (see Figure 3). Only one cable
is needed because the module has an internal splitter to provide the
dual-OTA tuner capability.
Figure 3. Connecting the Over-the-Air Antenna

5. Plug the receiver’s power cord into the electrical outlet. Turn the
receiver back on after it has reset itself.
TO OVER-THE-AIR ANTENNA
 

Setting up the Receiver to Display OTA Channels
1. Using the remote control, press MENU, select System Setup,
then Local Channels.
Note: Your Local Channels screen may differ slightly.
Figure 2.

 Local Channels Screen
2. Scan for channels by selecting Scan Locals.
Note: Ensure the Analog Type on the HDTV Setup menu (accessed
by MENU, System Setup, then HDTV Setup) is set to Offair.
3. The scan takes a few minutes to complete. If you want to stop the
scan before it is completed, select Cancel. When the scan
completes, the results show how many digital over-the-air channels
were found.
4. Select OK to go back to the Local Channels screen and view the list
of channels.
5. If you want to name the over-the-air channels, follow the steps
below. Otherwise, select Done to save the channel list.
 

6. Select a channel and then select Edit Name to change the way the
channel name displays in the Program Guide and other channel
lists. You can rename only one channel at a time.
7. Use the on-screen keyboard to enter the channel name.
8. Select Done when you are finished making changes.
Viewing Your OTA Channels
The over-the-air channels that are scanned into the receiver using the
previous steps can be viewed in the on-screen Program Guide below
channel 100. The OTA channels are listed in yellow in the Program
Guide.
Note: You will need to have satellite signal and subscribe to DISH
Network programming to view channels received using the OTA
Module. Guide information for over-the-air channels displays only if
you are subscribed to DISH Network local channels.
CONNECTING TO A TV USING THE
CHANNEL 3-4 OUTPUT
Use the CH 3-4 OUT connection to connect to a nearby TV using coax
cable. The TV connected to the Channel 3-4 output views the same
programming as your TV1 viewing location. Refer to your receiver
User’s Guide for more details on the TV1 viewing location.
1. Install the module into the receiver using the instructions on page 3.
2. Connect one end of a coax cable to the CH 3-4 OUT connection of
the module.
3. Connect the other end of the coax cable to a coax connection on
your TV. This connect may be labeled ANTENNA IN, CABLE IN, or a
a similar name. Refer to your TV’s User Guide for help locating
this connection.
4. Using the satellite receiver’s remote control, press MENU, select
System Setup, Installation, then Modulator Setup.
Figure 3. Modulator Setup

5. Under TV1 Out, select Channel 3 or 4. Set the channel on the TV
connected to the CH 3-4 OUT output to match this setting.
6. Select Done to save your changes.