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Friday, July 31st, 2026

Can't stream channel 385 with Choice package

I subscribe to Directv satellite with the choice package. When I travel I want to stream H&I (385) but it is not available to stream. The pdf channel guide says it is available. How can I fix this? 

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8 hours ago

Hi @bsqrd. While H&I is part of your CHOICE package on Satellite, separate carriage agreements apply for different video services (like Satellite vs. Streaming). This means some channels are not available across all platforms. A channel's presence in your lineup does not guarantee access to a mobile stream or external broadcaster apps. Programmers hold the right to restrict content and change online availability based on ongoing contract negotiations. Charles, DIRECTV Community Team

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7 hours ago

Thanks for the reply Charles.  I get the agreement restrictions but Directv explicitly includes H&I in the "streaming" list of channels available in the streaming Choice package. It should be available.  If not, then at least use a footnote to indicate not available in some conditions or regions. Who can I call to fix this?

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5 hours ago

We understand your point. Your feedback about adding clearer footnotes is noted and has been shared with our team.

The mismatch happens because the streaming list you see applies to pure DIRECTV STREAM accounts, while you have a Satellite subscription. Separate carriage agreements apply to Satellite vs. Streaming platforms.

On our Get your DIRECTV channel lineup | DIRECTV Support the Satellite channel guide PDF uses Footnote 2 ("Channel not available via DIRECTV App") to indicate channels that programmers restrict from mobile or out-of-home streaming based on their satellite contract. Charles, DIRECTV Community Team

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Thanks for clearing that up with me. I will be rethinking my TV provider setup.


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