Just an FYI to all you DIRECTV users out there. They are removing Versus channel (#603) from their lineup. Every DIRECTV user please go to http://versus1.viewerlink.tv/ to protest this BS.

This means we will be losing the WEC (World Extreme Cagefighting), tour de france, NHL, indy car racing, college football, and the PBR (professional bull riding).

Every DIRECTV user please go to http://versus1.viewerlink.tv/ to protest this BS.

Spread the word, don't let this crap happen.

Thank you.

Versus on DIRECTV



You may have seen a message on your TV screen saying that you may no longer receive the Versus channel after August 31, 2009. DIRECTV is in contract negotiations with Versus and we're making every effort to keep the channel on the air without interruption.

For more information, please read our FAQs below:

On-Screen message says I may lose Versus. Why?
We're in contract negotiations with Versus. The contract doesn't expire until August 31, 2009, so you'll continue to receive the channel from DIRECTV until then.

What happens if you can't reach an agreement?
We hope to reach an agreement prior to the expiration of the contract, but if we don't Versus may be removed from DIRECTV.

If Versus is taken down for any period of time, how will DIRECTV make up for the loss?
We're working hard to keep Versus on the air, but if Versus comes down, we will communicate with you and do what we can to ensure your continued satisfaction and loyalty until the matter is resolved. We will continue to negotiate with Versus to resolve this matter. In the meantime, you'll still be able to watch college football on Big Ten Network, The Mtn., ESPN, ESPNU, ESPN GamePlan, local channels and your RSN. NHL games are available on NHL Network, NHL Center Ice, and your RSN. MMA is available on HDNet and Spike TV, IRL on ABC, and Professional Bull Riding on ESPN2.

What's keeping you from reaching an agreement?
Versus is asking for terms which do not reflect the market and which they are not asking of all other distributors. DIRECTV wants to keep your monthly fees low, so it's doing everything it can to avoid paying exorbitant programming fees.

Should I switch to DISH or cable?
No. There's no need to consider switching providers. We're working to continue negotiations and provide uninterrupted service for our customers. DIRECTV has the best variety of exclusive and premium content available anywhere and we have similar programming on other channels (see above).

Is this all just so DIRECTV can save money?
Not at all, this is about DIRECTV getting treated fairly and not wanting to pass on high programming fees to our customers.

FCC throws Comcast a bone now they think they can pull a Viacom on their competitors? If Cablevision can get away with it (http://www.dslreports.com/shownews/103966) why not.

Any updates on DTV bringing back the Versus channel?

I'm getting tired of missing the WEC fights and I also want to watch Lance in the TDF this summer.

Any updates on DTV bringing back the Versus channel?

I'm getting tired of missing the WEC fights and I also want to watch Lance in the TDF this summer.

I don't know what made D* and Versus makeup, but as of today the two sides agreed to a resolution and Versus is on back on the tier it was prior to Versus being yanked. Versus will be back on DirecTV channel 603 (SD/HD).

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/sports_blog/2010/03/versus-directv-have-an-agreement.html

Hope this somewhat helps.

I have a feeling D* was forced to make a deal in time for the UFC fight on Vs. on Sunday.