Can you control a 508 w/ an IR remote?

[Rich B]

I am getting Dish installed next week. A 508 box will go in my home theater room. Will my IR based universal remote be able to control the 508?

Thanks.

Rich B.

[boba]

YES it uses both I/R and UHF

[Rich B.]

YES it uses both I/R and UHF

Great news. Thanks!