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iowaberg
12-10-09, 06:36 PM
Why do I get a black screen when trying to tune in on the NFL Network? This game isn't blacked out, is it?
hilmar2k
12-10-09, 06:40 PM
No problems here.
RobertE
12-10-09, 06:41 PM
Why do I get a black screen when trying to tune in on the NFL Network? This game isn't blacked out, is it?

Is it on any of your local channels?
iowaberg
12-10-09, 06:44 PM
no...just a black screen
hilmar2k
12-10-09, 06:52 PM
Is it on any of your local channels?

Not according to the DIRECTV.com guide.

no...just a black screen

Any issues with any other channels, or just the NFL channel?
iowaberg
12-10-09, 06:57 PM
just this channel im on the phone with d* right now
Unknown
12-10-09, 07:15 PM
NFL network would only be blackout in Cleveland and Pittsburgh.
dodge boy
12-10-09, 07:56 PM
these 2 teams stink anyway.... :lol:
JoeTheDragon
12-10-09, 07:58 PM
NFL network would only be blackout in Cleveland and Pittsburgh.

NFL Network is NOT blackout out in the local citys.

I was able to see the bears game on it in HD and it was on CH 50 in sd only on direct tv.
kikkenit2
12-10-09, 08:05 PM
Why do I get a black screen when trying to tune in on the NFL Network? This game isn't blacked out, is it?Do you only have choice package?
Justin23
12-10-09, 08:05 PM
NFL Network is NOT blackout out in the local citys.

I was able to see the bears game on it in HD and it was on CH 50 in sd only on direct tv.

Not true...

"If the blacked-out nationally televised game is on a cable television network like ESPN or the NFL Network, all cable and satellite television providers in the affected markets must black out the cable network's signal to customers in the affected markets during the game (this is a condition of the channels' agreements with both the league and the providers). In addition, the game is not simulcast on a local broadcast station in the blacked-out markets. Local stations would still be able to show highlights on their newscasts after the game has concluded. In areas where the game is blacked out, ESPN and NFL Network would generally offer alternate programming; local stations originally scheduled to carry the game would either show their own alternate programming or, if a network affiliate, show the normal network schedule for that night."
coldsteel
12-10-09, 08:27 PM
The OP is in Iowa, which is in neither team's territory.
RobertE
12-10-09, 08:40 PM
Not true...

"If the blacked-out nationally televised game is on a cable television network like ESPN or the NFL Network, all cable and satellite television providers in the affected markets must black out the cable network's signal to customers in the affected markets during the game (this is a condition of the channels' agreements with both the league and the providers). In addition, the game is not simulcast on a local broadcast station in the blacked-out markets. Local stations would still be able to show highlights on their newscasts after the game has concluded. In areas where the game is blacked out, ESPN and NFL Network would generally offer alternate programming; local stations originally scheduled to carry the game would either show their own alternate programming or, if a network affiliate, show the normal network schedule for that night."

The game is on WKYC ch 3 here in Cleveland. It's also on NFL network. Both in HD.
Unknown
12-10-09, 08:42 PM
guys ESPN games are not blackout. i was able to watch the Vikings hosting Packers game on my local kstp 5 and on ESPN.
Justin23
12-10-09, 08:51 PM
guys ESPN games are not blackout. i was able to watch the Vikings hosting Packers game on my local kstp 5 and on ESPN.

It is rare because ESPN usually carries marquee matchups, but they could be blacked out in the home teams market. See my earlier post...
JoeTheDragon
12-11-09, 07:11 AM
Not true...

"If the blacked-out nationally televised game is on a cable television network like ESPN or the NFL Network, all cable and satellite television providers in the affected markets must black out the cable network's signal to customers in the affected markets during the game (this is a condition of the channels' agreements with both the league and the providers). In addition, the game is not simulcast on a local broadcast station in the blacked-out markets. Local stations would still be able to show highlights on their newscasts after the game has concluded. In areas where the game is blacked out, ESPN and NFL Network would generally offer alternate programming; local stations originally scheduled to carry the game would either show their own alternate programming or, if a network affiliate, show the normal network schedule for that night."
only blacked-out if it's not a sell out for NFL Network games.
machavez00
12-11-09, 08:38 AM
I was having the black screen issue with NFL net last night.(HR20-700) If I pressed pause, then play, it would come back.
JonSamuels
12-11-09, 11:55 AM
Why do I get a black screen when trying to tune in on the NFL Network? This game isn't blacked out, is it?

I'm in Des Moines and I had the same problem. Clearing the snow off the dish did the trick. :)

Seems I had just enough snow on the dish to knock out the 99/103 sats, but 101/110/119 were coming in fine.
dave29
12-11-09, 12:15 PM
these 2 teams stink anyway.... :lol:

Yep, you're right. :lol:

I have been wanting to say that about the Steelers for years:lol: