Direct TV

RAGTOP · Post by **RAGTOP** » August 7, 2006 1:16 pm

I came here first because I'm sure someone on here knows the answer. I'm interested in getting Direct TV for only one reason... NFL Sunday Ticket. Since I don't live close to my bar anymore it's going to be hard for me to catch all the Dolphins games that are not televised in the Boston area. Is there anyway possible for me to buy the hardware and purchase the Sunday ticket without purchasing a basic package (I've seen direct tv and I'm not a big fan)? Assuming I can't does anyone know how long of a contract I would need to sign for just a basic package? Their website is very confusing

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job41475 · Post by **job41475** » August 7, 2006 1:21 pm

I've had directv for a while now ( when the yanks first started the YES Network, the loval cable company decided not to carry it so just about all yankee fans moved to Directv). Knowing what I do about you, that probably won't be a selling point.

Anyway, Cable now has YES but I liek DirecTV alot., I don't remember signing any contract but I'm guessing it would be no more than a year. The NFL package is fantastic though and totally worth it.

El mojito · Post by **El mojito** » August 7, 2006 1:26 pm

Will this help

you should be able to find what you need here

http://www.dbstalk.com/forumdisplay.php?f=11

RAGTOP · Post by **RAGTOP** » August 7, 2006 1:28 pm

job41475 wrote:I've had directv for a while now ( when the yanks first started the YES Network, the loval cable company decided not to carry it so just about all yankee fans moved to Directv). Knowing what I do about you, that probably won't be a selling point. Anyway, Cable now has YES but I liek DirecTV alot., I don't remember signing any contract but I'm guessing it would be no more than a year. The NFL package is fantastic though and totally worth it.

I'm actually looking for a package that ensures me I won't get to see any Yanks games

. Thanks for the info. I'm really hoping there is no contract so I can have direct TV from Sept-December (once Dolphins make the playoffs all games will be televised

) and then cancel it.

Post by **SMLCHNG** » August 7, 2006 1:28 pm

El mojito wrote:Will this help you should be able to find what you need here
http://www.dbstalk.com/forumdisplay.php?f=11

That's DISH Network (booo!) not DIRECTV.

I'll check for ya, Ragtop.. I work for them, but not in the "customer service" area.

Ragtop W (Wayne) also does, so he might get to ya faster.

RAGTOP · Post by **RAGTOP** » August 7, 2006 1:31 pm

SMLCHNG wrote:
El mojito wrote:Will this help you should be able to find what you need here
http://www.dbstalk.com/forumdisplay.php?f=11
That's DISH Network (booo!) not DIRECTV.

I'll check for ya, Ragtop.. I work for them, but not in the "customer service" area.

Ragtop W (Wayne) also does, so he might get to ya faster.

That would be great... thanks!

El mojito · Post by **El mojito** » August 7, 2006 1:36 pm

RAGTOP wrote:
SMLCHNG wrote:
El mojito wrote:Will this help you should be able to find what you need here
http://www.dbstalk.com/forumdisplay.php?f=11
That's DISH Network (booo!) not DIRECTV.

I'll check for ya, Ragtop.. I work for them, but not in the "customer service" area.

Ragtop W (Wayne) also does, so he might get to ya faster.
That would be great... thanks!

just go to the bottom of page "Forum jump" or click this link
http://www.dbstalk.com/forumdisplay.php ... ne=60&f=12

land_shark3 · Post by **land_shark3** » August 7, 2006 1:55 pm

RAGTOP wrote:Is there anyway possible for me to buy the hardware and purchase the Sunday ticket without purchasing a basic package (I've seen direct tv and I'm not a big fan)?

Does your cable company not offer a similar package? I know that in my area, Charter has a football package on their digital cable plan.

RAGTOP · Post by **RAGTOP** » August 7, 2006 2:08 pm

land_shark3 wrote:
RAGTOP wrote:Is there anyway possible for me to buy the hardware and purchase the Sunday ticket without purchasing a basic package (I've seen direct tv and I'm not a big fan)?
Does your cable company not offer a similar package? I know that in my area, Charter has a football package on their digital cable plan.

Nope. That would be the ideal situation

jbirdbuc · Post by **jbirdbuc** » August 7, 2006 2:09 pm

You probably need to call direct tv. I have direct tv and love it, this will be the first time I have had Sunday Ticket.

Direct has a great deal for sunday ticket right now $70/month for 4 months which includes a ton of channels, dvr and sunday ticket and installation.

Sunday ticket by itself is $249.

I signed up with direct tv in Feb 06, if I cancel my 2 year contract and send equipment back, I get out with no cost. That changed in March though, they now pro-rate the equipment and contracts are usually two years. If you purchase the equipment you might be able to get out, not sure, you just need to call--also if you know who installs the systems in your area you could call them and ask.

The cost of install and receiver(s) is what is going to cost the most, I noticed direct tv offers a $29.99 package now, no matter what you decide you can always downgrade your programming at any time. So you can add/remove channels without penalty. Hope this helps.

RAGTOP · Post by **RAGTOP** » August 7, 2006 2:19 pm

jbirdbuc wrote:You probably need to call direct tv. I have direct tv and love it, this will be the first time I have had Sunday Ticket.

Direct has a great deal for sunday ticket right now $70/month for 4 months which includes a ton of channels, dvr and sunday ticket and installation.

Sunday ticket by itself is $249.

I signed up with direct tv in Feb 06, if I cancel my 2 year contract and send equipment back, I get out with no cost. That changed in March though, they now pro-rate the equipment and contracts are usually two years. If you purchase the equipment you might be able to get out, not sure, you just need to call--also if you know who installs the systems in your area you could call them and ask.

The cost of install and receiver(s) is what is going to cost the most, I noticed direct tv offers a $29.99 package now, no matter what you decide you can always downgrade your programming at any time. So you can add/remove channels without penalty. Hope this helps.

Thanks. I saw that package on their website and seems like a pretty good deal. I figure the Dolphins will have 5 nationally televised games which means I will have to go to the bar 11 times. I usually spend $30 on drinks/food during the game which means I will spend $330 over the season at the bar. Sunday Ticket will be cheaper and this is the angle I'm taking with the wife

Post by **SMLCHNG** » August 7, 2006 2:24 pm

Ragtop - we have a Friends &Family VIP PROGRAM here you can take advantage of..

1.CALL 1-877-407-4344
2.Give them my payroll I.D.#____________________ (PM me if interested)

But this is the scoop:

Now through 9/17 you can sign up for DIRECTV Friends & Family and get up to 4 standard receviers for free or 2 advanced receivers (HD or DVR) plus up to 2 standard receivers for free including the install. At the time of activation you can sign up for the NFL Sunday Ticket for either 1 pay of $249 or 5 pay of $49.80 in monthly installments. By doing ordering the NFL Sunday Ticket as a new customer you will get 4 months of the largest package ($99.99 a month) for free. After the 4 free months you will need to call customer service or go online to change your package to the basic ($44.99 a month) or you will continue to be billed for the largest package. There is a 1 year commitment for the new activation.

Post by **SMLCHNG** » August 7, 2006 2:25 pm

And PS - I work for them, yes.. but I love the product.. And the NFL ticket is the bomb!

Elrod can see his Bears, and I can watch my Broncos.

RAGTOP · Post by **RAGTOP** » August 7, 2006 2:32 pm

SMLCHNG wrote:Ragtop - we have a Friends &Family VIP PROGRAM here you can take advantage of..

1.CALL 1-877-407-4344
2.Give them my payroll I.D.#____________________ (PM me if interested)

But this is the scoop:

Now through 9/17 you can sign up for DIRECTV Friends & Family and get up to 4 standard receviers for free or 2 advanced receivers (HD or DVR) plus up to 2 standard receivers for free including the install. At the time of activation you can sign up for the NFL Sunday Ticket for either 1 pay of $249 or 5 pay of $49.80 in monthly installments. By doing ordering the NFL Sunday Ticket as a new customer you will get 4 months of the largest package ($99.99 a month) for free. After the 4 free months you will need to call customer service or go online to change your package to the basic ($44.99 a month) or you will continue to be billed for the largest package. There is a 1 year commitment for the new activation.

Thank you so much. Have to run this by the old lady but I may just take advantage of this offer. I'll let you know.

Post by **SMLCHNG** » August 7, 2006 2:37 pm

RAGTOP wrote:Thank you so much. Have to run this by the old lady but I may just take advantage of this offer. I'll let you know.

You're most welcome. Just let me know.

job41475 · Post by **job41475** » August 7, 2006 2:40 pm

land_shark3 wrote:
RAGTOP wrote:Is there anyway possible for me to buy the hardware and purchase the Sunday ticket without purchasing a basic package (I've seen direct tv and I'm not a big fan)?
Does your cable company not offer a similar package? I know that in my area, Charter has a football package on their digital cable plan.

NFL package is exclusive to DirecTV.

RAGTOP · Post by **RAGTOP** » August 7, 2006 2:47 pm

job41475 wrote:
land_shark3 wrote:
RAGTOP wrote:Is there anyway possible for me to buy the hardware and purchase the Sunday ticket without purchasing a basic package (I've seen direct tv and I'm not a big fan)?
Does your cable company not offer a similar package? I know that in my area, Charter has a football package on their digital cable plan.
NFL package is exclusive to DirecTV.

I think he might be referring to NFL on Demand which only allows you to watch highlights of the games after they are over.

job41475 · Post by **job41475** » August 7, 2006 2:52 pm

RAGTOP wrote:
job41475 wrote:
land_shark3 wrote:
RAGTOP wrote:Is there anyway possible for me to buy the hardware and purchase the Sunday ticket without purchasing a basic package (I've seen direct tv and I'm not a big fan)?
Does your cable company not offer a similar package? I know that in my area, Charter has a football package on their digital cable plan.
NFL package is exclusive to DirecTV.
I think he might be referring to NFL on Demand which only allows you to watch highlights of the games after they are over.

See I thought he meanr the ESPN GamePlan for College football. If it is the ON Demand thing then that makes sense.

redparrot26 · Post by **redparrot26** » August 7, 2006 2:53 pm

SMLCHNG wrote:And PS - I work for them, yes.. but I love the product.. And the NFL ticket is the bomb!

Elrod can see his Bears, and I can watch my Broncos.

And as soon as DirecTV gets Sirius it will be the ultimate!!
Guessing that won't happen anytime soon, or ever. But that would be cool.

job41475 · Post by **job41475** » August 7, 2006 2:55 pm

redparrot26 wrote:
SMLCHNG wrote:And PS - I work for them, yes.. but I love the product.. And the NFL ticket is the bomb!

Elrod can see his Bears, and I can watch my Broncos.
And as soon as DirecTV gets Sirius it will be the ultimate!!
Guessing that won't happen anytime soon, or ever. But that would be cool.

Yeah it only has XM now...

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