Big Ten Network (BTN)

[suza271]

Whew. I just read all 28 pages of this thread. So, I'm all caught up.

I'd just like to put in my 2 cents on this subject. I live in Alexandria, VA, and we currently have Comcast. We have a bundled package for about $110/month for cable (with Showtime), internet, and phone. I looked into Direct TV when we moved in here in June to see if we could save some money but it seemed like it would end up being more. After all this crap, I am thinking about switching, but I'm not sure if I can convince my roommates. Does anyone know if I can get Direct TV in just one room on one TV? And, if I can have it while still having cable on the rest of the TVs?

And, at this point, what are the chances Comcast is going to make a deal with BTN?

Lastly, I'd just like to say, if people in Columbus (especially) can't see all the games, it's truly a disgrace. Part of my love for OSU sports draws from the time I've spent with my parents and family watching the games together. There's no way my parents (who are quite a bit older) would ever go to a bar to watch the game or subscribe to Direct TV (they find Tivo confusing enough). But, it's a tradition for them to sit in the living room every Saturday and watch the game together. When I'm not there, sometimes I'll call them at the half or we'll definitely talk about it on Sunday. Not to sound like a sap, but this sport really connects us since I've been living some 400 miles away.

I mean, I can always go to a bar, but I know there are a lot of people in Columbus that might not do that.

[matcar]

Originally Posted by suza271

Whew. I just read all 28 pages of this thread. So, I'm all caught up.

I'd just like to put in my 2 cents on this subject. I live in Alexandria, VA, and we currently have Comcast. We have a bundled package for about $110/month for cable (with Showtime), internet, and phone. I looked into Direct TV when we moved in here in June to see if we could save some money but it seemed like it would end up being more. After all this crap, I am thinking about switching, but I'm not sure if I can convince my roommates. Does anyone know if I can get Direct TV in just one room on one TV? And, if I can have it while still having cable on the rest of the TVs?

And, at this point, what are the chances Comcast is going to make a deal with BTN?

Lastly, I'd just like to say, if people in Columbus (especially) can't see all the games, it's truly a disgrace. Part of my love for OSU sports draws from the time I've spent with my parents and family watching the games together. There's no way my parents (who are quite a bit older) would ever go to a bar to watch the game or subscribe to Direct TV (they find Tivo confusing enough). But, it's a tradition for them to sit in the living room every Saturday and watch the game together. When I'm not there, sometimes I'll call them at the half or we'll definitely talk about it on Sunday. Not to sound like a sap, but this sport really connects us since I've been living some 400 miles away.

I mean, I can always go to a bar, but I know there are a lot of people in Columbus that might not do that.

Disgrace might be a stretch. This is only a game...not life & death. But it's a shame..that's fer shur. But this seems to be where televised sports are headed. NFL Network, BTN, SECTV is sure to follow. Seems like there'll be almost as many sports channels as there are home shopping channels (not a bad thing, 'cept ya gotta pay for it!) As I noted earlier in the thread, I'm the one person who has opted not to pay for it. I've moved from DirecTV to Comcast for a host of reasons. I'm just not worried about those few games I won't see in my home and home theater room. And if I somehow miss a game entirely because I didn't go to a friend's house or to a restaraunt or bar, then I'll find a way to live...I'm sure of it.

[614]

No. He's right, It's a disgrace

[matcar]

Originally Posted by O Nasty

No. He's right, It's a disgrace

My bad. I guess the BTN is a disgrace then. What a shame!

[OWUBuckeye51]

Originally Posted by Wells4Heisman

I live near the Best Buckeye Bar In Georgia so no Problems!! and the food's free for the Michigan and Penn State games!

W4H, would that be AMERICAN PIE?

[SparkyOSU]

To sum it up will quick:

DirecTV will be showing the BTN.

DirecTV will have extra dedicated channels (sort of like a free 'B10' Gameplan for "choice" or better viewers.)

BTN is scheduled to also have HD channels on DirecTV by Sept 1.

(as of Aug 15) No Cable company is going to be able to show tOSU games unless it is a National ESPN game on the ESPN channel ( help me out here guys... vs MSU, Minny and Michigan the only games? )

[Redhawk]

Originally Posted by matcar

Disgrace might be a stretch. This is only a game...not life & death. But it's a shame..that's fer shur. But this seems to be where televised sports are headed. NFL Network, BTN, SECTV is sure to follow. Seems like there'll be almost as many sports channels as there are home shopping channels (not a bad thing, 'cept ya gotta pay for it!) As I noted earlier in the thread, I'm the one person who has opted not to pay for it. I've moved from DirecTV to Comcast for a host of reasons. I'm just not worried about those few games I won't see in my home and home theater room. And if I somehow miss a game entirely because I didn't go to a friend's house or to a restaraunt or bar, then I'll find a way to live...I'm sure of it.

We are truly blessed that we have such relatively small things to worry about. 9/11 was almost 6 years ago. It's still frustrating, though.

[heisman]

Originally Posted by SparkyOSU

To sum it up will quick:

DirecTV will be showing the BTN.

DirecTV will have extra dedicated channels (sort of like a free 'B10' Gameplan for "choice" or better viewers.)

BTN is scheduled to also have HD channels on DirecTV by Sept 1.

(as of Aug 15) No Cable company is going to be able to show tOSU games unless it is a National ESPN game on the ESPN channel ( help me out here guys... vs MSU, Minny and Michigan the only games? )

I think 50% is a flunking grade.
Anyhow, the first 2 are correct. The last 2 are not.

[Best Buckeye]

Originally Posted by Best Buckeye

This is a start of an attempt to provide football games on line to those of you who are overseas. There are several sites that have free tv with 1,000s of channels. There are others that have fees but I can look at those later. For now here is one that has a lot of sports channels and is free.
My easytv link

Bump
I need some of you guys to go to this site and tell me how well you can see and hear the game I am playing. I need to see if my camera is good enough.
Awcast.com - buckeyebeat
You probably will have to click on the play arrow to start it. Thanks

[suza271]

I have an update:

Today I called Comcast expecting to speak to the regular dolts over there. However, I was surprised when someone actually helped me.

I explained the situation to one of their reps, and she told me she would check into it and call me back. I expected to never hear from her again, but low and behold she called me back 15 minutes later.

Sadly, she said that after speaking with a supervisor, she found out that Comcast received their lineup paperwork today for the Fall and they have opted to not pick up The Big Ten Network. I guess she could always be wrong, but she said she was looking at the paperwork right in front of her. I guess things could still change...

So, now, I'm on to researching Direct TV.


On another note, I just want to clarify my comments about the "disgraceful" way these two big businesses are acting. I wasn't trying to insult anyone (obviously there's a bigger picture). Buit, hopefully, when you read on in my post, you'll see why I am so upset about this, as the Bucks aren't just sports to me (and I'm sure everyone else here), but a connection to my roots and fam.

[Redhawk]

Originally Posted by Best Buckeye

Bump
I need some of you guys to go to this site and tell me how well you can see and hear the game I am playing. I need to see if my camera is good enough.
Awcast.com - buckeyebeat
You probably will have to click on the play arrow to start it. Thanks

It says "offline".

[Best Buckeye]

Originally Posted by Redhawk

It says "offline".

IT will show "off line " until you click on play and let it load. I am watching it on my computer right now so it is playing.

[BuckeyeRyn]

Originally Posted by matcar

Disgrace might be a stretch. This is only a game...not life & death. But it's a shame..that's fer shur. But this seems to be where televised sports are headed. NFL Network, BTN, SECTV is sure to follow. Seems like there'll be almost as many sports channels as there are home shopping channels (not a bad thing, 'cept ya gotta pay for it!) As I noted earlier in the thread, I'm the one person who has opted not to pay for it. I've moved from DirecTV to Comcast for a host of reasons. I'm just not worried about those few games I won't see in my home and home theater room. And if I somehow miss a game entirely because I didn't go to a friend's house or to a restaraunt or bar, then I'll find a way to live...I'm sure of it.

So, smarty pants.... just what does one do on a Saturday afternoon in the fall when they aren't watching the Buckeyes? huh? HUH?




btw, if you have even one idea pop into your head in the next 24 hours you really should have your Buckeye Card revoked.. and heack, toss in your man card too, just for good measure!

[Redhawk]

Originally Posted by Best Buckeye

IT will show "off line " until you click on play and let it load. I am watching it on my computer right now so it is playing.

I see no play button. Maybe there is a codec I need....

[jwinslow]

I'm just not worried about those few games I won't see in my home and home theater room. And if I somehow miss a game entirely because I didn't go to a friend's house or to a restaraunt or bar, then I'll find a way to live...I'm sure of it.

The 2-3 football games are easier to stomach than the 10 bball games plus the entire b10 tourney, iirc.