ALVISO, Calif. (AP) - A federal appeals court in Washington, D.C., says it will not reconsider a victorious ruling it handed to TiVo Inc. in its patent dispute with Dish Network Corp.

The decision puts TiVo closer to receiving the $94 million a court awarded the Alviso, Calif.-based digital video recorder maker for Dish Network's patent infringement.

It also sets an important legal precedent that gives TiVo leverage as it negotiates partnerships with other satellite and cable TV providers who want to use DVR technology.

Dish Network, based in Englewood, Colo., says it will file an appeal with the U.S. Supreme Court.