Sky Sports on BTV WHEN ?

streamer · 01-10-2010, 09:56

All this hype about being able to watch SKY Sports on BTV, then when it comes down to it apparently some digital transmitters cannot support the new channels on freeview including mine (Mendip). I must admit I feel a little bit let down as I was looking forward to watching the Ryder Cup, Ashes etc. BT cannot confirm when this service will be available I guess because it is out of their hands. Does anybody know the transmitters where SKY Sports is available or is this a big white elephant?

steven3001 · 01-10-2010, 21:31

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Originally Posted by streamer

All this hype about being able to watch SKY Sports on BTV, then when it comes down to it apparently some digital transmitters cannot support the new channels on freeview including mine (Mendip). I must admit I feel a little bit let down as I was looking forward to watching the Ryder Cup, Ashes etc. BT cannot confirm when this service will be available I guess because it is out of their hands. Does anybody know the transmitters where SKY Sports is available or is this a big white elephant?

BT are looking for a solution to the mendip problem, but at the moment nothing is confirmed but Im sure something will happen in the near future

masona2 · 01-10-2010, 21:39

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Originally Posted by steven3001

BT are looking for a solution to the mendip problem, but at the moment nothing is confirmed but Im sure something will happen in the near future

Whats mendip?

And I've also heard term 'mux' used when the crap ESPN picture is discussed.

steven3001 · 01-10-2010, 21:48

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Originally Posted by masona2

Whats mendip?

And I've also heard term 'mux' used when the crap ESPN picture is discussed.

a transmitter

streamer · 10-10-2010, 11:31

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Originally Posted by steven3001

BT are looking for a solution to the mendip problem, but at the moment nothing is confirmed but Im sure something will happen in the near future

Thanks for your reply Steven I am sure it's in everyone's interest to resolve this issue, it does make you wonder whether, if IPTV is really the future ?

johnson293 · 10-10-2010, 12:56

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Originally Posted by masona2

Whats mendip?

http://www.ukfree.tv/txdetail.php?a=ST564488

Quote:

Originally Posted by masona2

And I've also heard term 'mux' used when the crap ESPN picture is discussed.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Multiplex_(TV)

http://www.dtg.org.uk/industry/dtt_channels.html

Here is an explaination about the problems receiving SS1 & 2 on certain transmitters...

http://www.ukfree.tv/fullstory.php?storyid=1107051698

victorslot · 10-10-2010, 16:57

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Originally Posted by streamer

All this hype about being able to watch SKY Sports on BTV, then when it comes down to it apparently some digital transmitters cannot support the new channels on freeview including mine (Mendip)

Depending on where you live you may be able to tune to the Wenvoe (Wales) transmitter too. If you can, and the BT box allows you to, you will be able to pick up the Sky channels from there.

a516 · 10-10-2010, 17:06

Hello.

Mendip's commercial multiplexes switch from "pre-switchover" configuration to "post switchover" configuration on the 28th September 2011.*

You will need to retune your box to continue receiving some Freeview services.

You will receive Sky Sports 1 and 2 from this date at the latest.

*Pre-switchover configuration: 16QAM 2k, bandwidth 18mbps (approx)
Post-switchover configuration: 64QAM 8k, bandwidth 24mbps (approx)
The extra bandwidth allows for Sky Sports 1 and 2, plus another as yet unnamed service.

Why are Mendip's commercial services still in pre-switchover config even though switchover has occured?
Until neighbouring transmitters have undergone switchover (Oxford is here the main culprit), some of Mendip's services can't move to final frequencies and powers. If the config was changed on the temp frequencies and powers, it would result in the signal being less robust with a lower coverage area. Oxford undergoes switchover stage 2 on the 28 September 2011 freeing up Mendip's final frequencies.

Viewers receiving from Wenvoe should note that a retune is needed on the 27 April 2011. Some viewers in Somerset may also be able to receive Sky Sports via the Stockland Hill transmitter.

Various threads exist on this subject in the Freeview, Technical and Top Up TV subforums in the terrestrial section. Information on dates sourced from Digital UK. Example postcode: http://www.digitaluk.co.uk/postcodec...is0qr97ns077g1

jonesyboy · 10-10-2010, 17:27

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Originally Posted by steven3001

BT are looking for a solution to the mendip problem, but at the moment nothing is confirmed but Im sure something will happen in the near future

This is not a BT problem. Have a look at the recent explanotory posts on here.

streamer · 10-11-2010, 16:14

Hi
I have checked again with BT whether I could get SKY Sports I confirmed that I was on the Mendip transmitter but may be able to swith to Wenvoe or Stockland Hill. In fact when tuning my tv I have the option to choose the Wenvoe transmitter if I wish. BT asked whether I could receive cbeebies/channel 5, I confirmed that I could plus the total BT sports channel, which I obviously can't watch until I subscribe?They said that it looked likely that I could get SKY Sports I however I do not want to commit to a Vision basic package for one year if it turns out that I cannot get SKY Sports. I would welcome any comments or suggestions on how to move forward?

masona2 · 10-11-2010, 19:22

Quote:

Originally Posted by streamer

Hi
I have checked again with BT whether I could get SKY Sports I confirmed that I was on the Mendip transmitter but may be able to swith to Wenvoe or Stockland Hill. In fact when tuning my tv I have the option to choose the Wenvoe transmitter if I wish. BT asked whether I could receive cbeebies/channel 5, I confirmed that I could plus the total BT sports channel, which I obviously can't watch until I subscribe?They said that it looked likely that I could get SKY Sports I however I do not want to commit to a Vision basic package for one year if it turns out that I cannot get SKY Sports. I would welcome any comments or suggestions on how to move forward?

When signing up to a 12mth contract make it CLEAR that if you cannot receive Sky sports you will be cancelling it and want a full refund of all monies.

If they accept, the call is digitally taped, so they haven't got a leg to stand on if they then say no. Just take the time, date and full name of the advisor you are speaking to.

And the agreement number.

Simples!

streamer · 17-11-2010, 11:33

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Originally Posted by masona2

When signing up to a 12mth contract make it CLEAR that if you cannot receive Sky sports you will be cancelling it and want a full refund of all monies.

If they accept, the call is digitally taped, so they haven't got a leg to stand on if they then say no. Just take the time, date and full name of the advisor you are speaking to.

And the agreement number.

Simples!

Thanks I agree with your strategy just had bad experiences in getting my money back in the past as BT tend to bill 3 months in advance as well! Does anyone know whether you can manually select the transmitter on the vision box at the moment it automatically selects Mendip?

01-10-2010, 09:56	#1
streamer Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 21	Sky Sports on BTV WHEN ? All this hype about being able to watch SKY Sports on BTV, then when it comes down to it apparently some digital transmitters cannot support the new channels on freeview including mine (Mendip). I must admit I feel a little bit let down as I was looking forward to watching the Ryder Cup, Ashes etc. BT cannot confirm when this service will be available I guess because it is out of their hands. Does anybody know the transmitters where SKY Sports is available or is this a big white elephant?

01-10-2010, 21:31	#2
steven3001 Forum Member Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 629	Quote: Originally Posted by streamer All this hype about being able to watch SKY Sports on BTV, then when it comes down to it apparently some digital transmitters cannot support the new channels on freeview including mine (Mendip). I must admit I feel a little bit let down as I was looking forward to watching the Ryder Cup, Ashes etc. BT cannot confirm when this service will be available I guess because it is out of their hands. Does anybody know the transmitters where SKY Sports is available or is this a big white elephant? BT are looking for a solution to the mendip problem, but at the moment nothing is confirmed but Im sure something will happen in the near future

01-10-2010, 21:39	#3
masona2 Inactive Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Manchester, UK Posts: 780	Quote: Originally Posted by steven3001 BT are looking for a solution to the mendip problem, but at the moment nothing is confirmed but Im sure something will happen in the near future Whats mendip? And I've also heard term 'mux' used when the crap ESPN picture is discussed.

01-10-2010, 21:48	#4
steven3001 Forum Member Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 629	Quote: Originally Posted by masona2 Whats mendip? And I've also heard term 'mux' used when the crap ESPN picture is discussed. a transmitter

10-10-2010, 11:31	#5
streamer Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 21	Quote: Originally Posted by steven3001 BT are looking for a solution to the mendip problem, but at the moment nothing is confirmed but Im sure something will happen in the near future Thanks for your reply Steven I am sure it's in everyone's interest to resolve this issue, it does make you wonder whether, if IPTV is really the future ?

10-10-2010, 12:56	#6
johnson293 Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Newcastle upon Tyne Posts: 1,243	Quote: Originally Posted by masona2 Whats mendip? http://www.ukfree.tv/txdetail.php?a=ST564488 Quote: Originally Posted by masona2 And I've also heard term 'mux' used when the crap ESPN picture is discussed. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Multiplex_(TV) http://www.dtg.org.uk/industry/dtt_channels.html Here is an explaination about the problems receiving SS1 & 2 on certain transmitters... http://www.ukfree.tv/fullstory.php?storyid=1107051698

10-10-2010, 16:57	#7
victorslot Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 533	Quote: Originally Posted by streamer All this hype about being able to watch SKY Sports on BTV, then when it comes down to it apparently some digital transmitters cannot support the new channels on freeview including mine (Mendip) Depending on where you live you may be able to tune to the Wenvoe (Wales) transmitter too. If you can, and the BT box allows you to, you will be able to pick up the Sky channels from there.

10-10-2010, 17:06	#8
a516 Forum Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: East Midlands Posts: 5,204	Hello. Mendip's commercial multiplexes switch from "pre-switchover" configuration to "post switchover" configuration on the 28th September 2011.* You will need to retune your box to continue receiving some Freeview services. You will receive Sky Sports 1 and 2 from this date at the latest. *Pre-switchover configuration: 16QAM 2k, bandwidth 18mbps (approx) Post-switchover configuration: 64QAM 8k, bandwidth 24mbps (approx) The extra bandwidth allows for Sky Sports 1 and 2, plus another as yet unnamed service. Why are Mendip's commercial services still in pre-switchover config even though switchover has occured? Until neighbouring transmitters have undergone switchover (Oxford is here the main culprit), some of Mendip's services can't move to final frequencies and powers. If the config was changed on the temp frequencies and powers, it would result in the signal being less robust with a lower coverage area. Oxford undergoes switchover stage 2 on the 28 September 2011 freeing up Mendip's final frequencies. Viewers receiving from Wenvoe should note that a retune is needed on the 27 April 2011. Some viewers in Somerset may also be able to receive Sky Sports via the Stockland Hill transmitter. Various threads exist on this subject in the Freeview, Technical and Top Up TV subforums in the terrestrial section. Information on dates sourced from Digital UK. Example postcode: http://www.digitaluk.co.uk/postcodec...is0qr97ns077g1

10-10-2010, 17:27	#9
jonesyboy Forum Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 1,330	Quote: Originally Posted by steven3001 BT are looking for a solution to the mendip problem, but at the moment nothing is confirmed but Im sure something will happen in the near future This is not a BT problem. Have a look at the recent explanotory posts on here.

10-11-2010, 16:14	#10
streamer Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 21	Hi I have checked again with BT whether I could get SKY Sports I confirmed that I was on the Mendip transmitter but may be able to swith to Wenvoe or Stockland Hill. In fact when tuning my tv I have the option to choose the Wenvoe transmitter if I wish. BT asked whether I could receive cbeebies/channel 5, I confirmed that I could plus the total BT sports channel, which I obviously can't watch until I subscribe?They said that it looked likely that I could get SKY Sports I however I do not want to commit to a Vision basic package for one year if it turns out that I cannot get SKY Sports. I would welcome any comments or suggestions on how to move forward?

10-11-2010, 19:22	#11
masona2 Inactive Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Manchester, UK Posts: 780	Quote: Originally Posted by streamer Hi I have checked again with BT whether I could get SKY Sports I confirmed that I was on the Mendip transmitter but may be able to swith to Wenvoe or Stockland Hill. In fact when tuning my tv I have the option to choose the Wenvoe transmitter if I wish. BT asked whether I could receive cbeebies/channel 5, I confirmed that I could plus the total BT sports channel, which I obviously can't watch until I subscribe?They said that it looked likely that I could get SKY Sports I however I do not want to commit to a Vision basic package for one year if it turns out that I cannot get SKY Sports. I would welcome any comments or suggestions on how to move forward? When signing up to a 12mth contract make it CLEAR that if you cannot receive Sky sports you will be cancelling it and want a full refund of all monies. If they accept, the call is digitally taped, so they haven't got a leg to stand on if they then say no. Just take the time, date and full name of the advisor you are speaking to. And the agreement number. Simples!

17-11-2010, 11:33	#12
streamer Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 21	Quote: Originally Posted by masona2 When signing up to a 12mth contract make it CLEAR that if you cannot receive Sky sports you will be cancelling it and want a full refund of all monies. If they accept, the call is digitally taped, so they haven't got a leg to stand on if they then say no. Just take the time, date and full name of the advisor you are speaking to. And the agreement number. Simples! Thanks I agree with your strategy just had bad experiences in getting my money back in the past as BT tend to bill 3 months in advance as well! Does anyone know whether you can manually select the transmitter on the vision box at the moment it automatically selects Mendip?

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