Satellite prividers and MTN. info

Hey everyone,

 

I have noticed (as well as Garth) that a very high percentage of people have no idea that this change in broadcasting of MWC games is going to occur in the next few days!  It is pretty amazing.  I have encountered people all over the place that have never heard anything about this.  So I have been referring them to our blog ( http://uysports.blogspot.com/ - Now one of the prime blogs on the subject of both teams and on the CSTV - MTN. issue on the blog search engines).

 

So, I have been doing more research to answer their and your questions. I found the following now posted on the MTN.'s webpage:

(from http://themtn.cstv.com/faqs/)

 

What is the mtn.? (pronounced and referred to as "the mountain")

• The mtn. is the first ever 24-hour sports network devoted exclusively to a single collegiate athletic conference. The mtn. will feature more Mountain West Conference games and sports than ever before, including at least 25 MWC football games, 75 men's basketball games, women's basketball games, conference championships, and men's and women's Olympic sports, such as swimming, diving, soccer, and tennis.
• The mtn. will feature more than just live games. There will be a variety of studio shows, including pre and post-game shows, which break down MWC games, look ahead to the big games on the horizon and feature extensive game highlights. In addition, the mtn. will offer special original programming which will focus on local sports interests prevalent in our communities.
• This new network is truly unique. NO other conference can offer their fans such depth and breadth of coverage as well as access 24/7 to their teams! The MWC and MountainWest Sports Network will grow together and give fans multiplatform access to live events as well as in-depth news and information about our conference and its member institutions.
• We're the first and only conference to have its own network.

How can I get the mtn.?
The mtn., which will bring unprecedented exposure to Mountain West Conference athletics, will initially premiere on Comcast systems in Utah, Coloroado and New Mexico, including expanded basic service in the Salt Lake City market, and digital cable service in the Denver, Colorado Springs and Albuquerque markets.
    Comcast Systems
        Albuquerque, N.M. - Digital Basic Service
        Colorado Springs, Colo. - Digital Basic Service
        Denver, Colo. - Digital Basic Service
        Salt Lake City, Utah - Expanded Basic Service

Negotiations are ongoing with satellite providers. Please contact
    Dish Network at 1-888-284-7116 (existing customers) or 1-888-825-2557 (new customers) AND
    DirecTV at 1-800-494-4388 (existing customers) or 1-888-238-7177 (new customers)
and request that The MountainWest Sports Network - The mtn. - be added to their channel lineup.

When can I get the mtn.?
It varies by market. If you live in Utah, Colorado or New Mexico and receive your cable from Comcast, the mtn. is available to you and will launch on Sept. 1. The first football game will be on Sept. 2. If you subscribe to satellite or other cable companies, please contact your provider and tell them you want the mtn.

What level of service will the mtn. be on?
The mtn. is available on expanded basic in Utah and digital basic in New Mexico and Colorado. CSTV is available on digital basic in all three markets.

Will the mtn. be on satellite via DISH Network and or DirecTV?
We believe that the mtn.'s exclusive college sports programming should be carried widely by all operators. Also, we will be working to do everything we can to distribute the network to DISH, DirecTV and other providers by the network's launch. We encourage fans to call both satellite operators and request the mtn. be added.
    Dish Network at 1-888-284-7116 (existing customers) or 1-888-825-2557 (new customers)
    DirecTV at 1-800-494-4388 (existing customers) or 1-888-238-7177 (new customers)

So if you have satellite, or a different cable provider than Comcast, you will need to call your provider and request service enough that they get the hint that they need to provide the channels. 

 

Also, as Garth suggested, look for a clause in your agreement that states that you can get out if they cannot provide services you need.  Otherwise, there is usually a fee for early termination.

 

Good luck! (And Go UTES!)

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Tijs Limburg
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