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Frequently Asked Questions about Basic Programming

Can I pick the channels I want, or make up my own package?
This option is not currently offered by the satellite companies. It is becoming a bit of a political issue though, so that may eventually change. This is a more complex issue than it might first appear, because the channel providers (e.g., ESPN) charge differing amounts to the cable/satellite companies. Therefore, if the rules change, you might find that it cost you more to get a menu of specific channels than to get one of the pre-selected packages, particularly if you had a channel of interest that few people wanted.
What HDTV programming is available?
Visit our HDTV page to see what is currently available.
What Spanish programming is available?
Both DIRECTV and Dish Network offer an alternate series of programming packages that incorporate both English and Spanish programming for about the same price as an equivalent English only package. The table below summarizes these alternatives; click the English-Spanish package name to see what comprises that package.

DIRECTV
English-Spanish Package Roughly Equivalent to Price
Seleccion Mas No Equivalent $39.99
Seleccion Ultra Choice $49.99
Dish Network
English-Spanish Package Roughly Equivalent to Price
Dish Latino America's Top 100 $24.99
Dish Latino Dos America's Top 200 $36.99
Dish Latino Max America's Top 200 $46.99

What other International programming is available?
Visit our international programming page for current offerings. The International packages are priced on a monthly basis, may require additional or specific equipment and may require the purchase of a basic programming package. Also note that DIRECTV and Dish Network only offer these services in the United States.

 

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