What’s the easiest way to use one of these streaming services?
YouTube TV, Hulu + TV Live, Sling and PlayStation Vue can be viewed on a desktop or laptop computer or mobile device. So when you’re ready to watch on one of these, create your account, log in, and start watching. It only takes a few minutes. All of these services offer monthly agreements. No long-term contracts.
What if I want to watch on my TV?
First, follow the steps to choose a streaming service and sign up (even if it’s just a free trial). In addition to watching on your computer, laptop, or mobile device, you can now watch on TV.
How do I use a streaming service on my TV?
If you have a newer model of Smart TV, use your remote to navigate to the home page, find the Apps section and find / download your favorite streaming service to set up your account (including a free trial). Once your account is set up, you can start viewing. No external devices are required.
The availability of streaming apps may vary depending on the television manufacturer. Here’s a helpful one shortcut via smart TVs.
I have an older “Smart TV” and it doesn’t support these streaming apps. What am I doing?
If your smart TV is older than 2016, some apps may not be compatible without the support of a wireless streaming device, such as year, Fire TV stick or Google Chromecast. All of these devices are available in large physical stores (Walmart, Target, Best Buy, Staples, Office Depot) or online and start at around $ 30. Connect them to your TV, register your device, then use the menu to add a streaming channel like YouTubeTV, Hulu + TV Live, Sling, or Playstation Vue.
Here are videos on how streaming devices work and operate:
Year: S.Setup & operation
Fire TV stick: S.etup / Basic operation
Chromecast: Establishment & operation
What about ESPN3 or the ESPN Watch app? Can i watch the game there?
Programming of ACC Network Extra (ACCNX) is only available through the ESPN app if you subscribe to a provider that carries the network. The ESPN Watch app is no longer available.
I cannot change providers because I have a long-term contract.
Many providers do not charge an exit fee if you keep part of your existing contract. Since a wireless connection is required for streaming services, check with your provider if you want to keep your internet service but remove other services that are associated with your contract.
Wait, I have Charter / Spectrum but can’t get the channel.
In areas where TimeWarner Cable Charter / Spectrum has been chartered, you may need to change / upgrade your account. Check with your provider. In areas outside the ACC footprint, your charter / spectrum provider may not begin listing ACCN as a channel until after September 6th. Call your customer service center if you are not sure.
I still have questions and need help.
We are here to help. Just send an email to ACCN@virginia.edu and a staff representative will respond.
How do I contact my provider to request that they carry ACCN?
Below is a list of contact information by provider:
Mobile operator contact information and social links
Comcast (@ComcastCares)
Click here to provide Comcast fan feedback
U-verse (@Uverse)
Click here to give fan feedback to U-Verse
ATT now (@ATTHelp)
Click here to give ATT fan feedback now
Independent cable systems in Virginia
The following are the independent cable systems across Virginia that have not consented to broadcast the ACC network:
Operator (market)
Atlantic Broadband Group (Richmond, Norfolk, Washington, DC)
Bay Creek Communications (Norfolk)
Cable Plus (three cities ()
Chesapeake Bay Communications (Norfolk)
Co-Mo communication (Roanoke)
CWA cable (Richmond)
Gigabeam Networks (Roanoke)
Harlan Community TV (Tricity)
Mountain cable (tri-cities)
Jack McClanahan (Tricity)
Mid-Atlantic Broadband (Norfolk)
Point broadband (tri-cities)
RCN (Washington, DC)
Scott Telecom (Tricity)
Zito Media (Parkersburg)
ACC NETWORK FAQ
• What is ACC Network Extra?
ACC Network Extra (ACCNX) is the network’s digital platform. ACCNX has been available on the ESPN app and online with an ESPN subscription for three years. ACCNX has been connected to ACCN since the network started on August 22nd. You must have an ACCN subscription to view ACCNX programs.
• Will ACCN be similar to ESPN channels?
ACCN will have the highest production quality that meets the standard set by ESPN.
• Will ACCN be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week?
ACCN is programmed around the clock; It’s a dedicated linear and digital platform for everything with ACCN. has to do
• What kind of shows will I see on ACCN?
ACCN will offer live ACC sports and related studio programming 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Approximately 450 live broadcasts of events, including 40 regular season soccer games, 150 men’s and women’s basketball games, and 200 other regular season competitions and tournament games, from the conference’s 27 sponsored sports are televised annually for shows and original programming. Together, ACCNE’s TV and digital platform ACCNE will offer more than 1,300 ACC events in the first year.
• How will ACCN improve the ACC fan experience?
ACCN will offer ACC fans soccer, basketball and all ACC sponsored sports. It will offer more in-depth national coverage of all the sports important to ACC fans, as well as more original content than ever before. Fans can access content on a variety of devices. There will also be a program devoted to news and analysis related to the events.
• How many football matches are broadcast on ACCN?
ACCN will televise approximately 40 soccer matches per season and several spring games.
• How many basketball games? Baseball? Women’s sport?
At least 450 events are televised on ACCN each year. Of the 450 events, more than 150 men’s and women’s basketball games and 200 other regular seasonal and tournament games from all of the conference’s 27 sponsored sports will be played. ACCNX will feature hundreds of live events and will be available to ACCN subscribers on a variety of devices. ACCN will also be available through the ESPN app.
• Will each school have a block of time to program at its own discretion?
This is a conference-wide network. The aim is to give each of the ACC member institutions a presence. ACCN will achieve this goal without each school having its own block of time for programming.
• Will ACCN be able to re-broadcast games that were shown on other ESPN networks or Raycom?
Yes sir.
• Will ACCN host Air Bowl games? ACC championships?
There are currently no plans for Air Bowl games on the ACCN. ACCN will cover the ACC championships for all sports.
• Will ACCN bring in new personalities or use existing ESPN personalities for the games and studio shows?
A mix of existing ESPN staff and new on-air staff will be present on ACCN. The announcers will be authentic and familiar to ACC fans.
• Can I view ACCN on my mobile phone or similar device?
Yes sir. ACCN will be available through the ESPN app on computers, tablets, mobile phones, and TV-connected devices. You must subscribe to a provider that runs ACCN in order to access content in the ESPN app.
• Can I subscribe to ACCN online, Pay-Per-View or via WatchESPN (formerly ESPN3) if I don’t get it on TV?
No. The games are available exclusively for ACCN and ACCNX.