New On Screen Programming Guide - Bell TV

When the 6400 Model Receiver was launched Bell TV subscribers got their first glimpse of the new onscreen programming guide.  Older model HD (with external PVR) and HD PVR receivers have been gradually updated with the new guide.  This process began in November 2012 and is still on going, see channel 794 NEWUI or read more on Bell's website

The new Bell TV guide is easier to read and has improved access to described video.
In addition recording capacity is being doubled.

Bell TV HD receivers onscreen programming guide being updated

Bell TV satellite high definition (HD) receivers are to get an updated programming guide.

The current onscreen programming is blue, the new guide, which is already installed on 6400 and 9400 HD  model receivers, is black.  Details about the change will appear on channel 794  prior to the new guide being available.

Update 21st dec 2012
New Guide in now being implemented across Southern Ontario, your old online guide should update OK but just in case here's how to tackle 3 common bell tv errors

Modify your Bell Fibe TV Favourites list for customized viewing

Modify your Favourite Channel  List -  Bell Fibe TV 

1. On the remote control Press the Menu
2. Select  Settings via left/right arrows 
3. Select Television  via up/down arrows
4. Press the up/down arrows then select Set up Favourite Channels.
5. Use arrow button to navigate. Add additional channels by selecting them. A check mark will appear to show the channel is now included..
6. Use arrow button to navigate. Remove  channels by selecting them. The check mark will disappear to show the channel is not included..
7. To save your favourites list, use the arrows to select Save and then press Select.

Source: Bell

Bell TV's New 3 Programming Packages Released

New Program Selection Options for Bell TV introduced today. Select from these three programming packages : 


Good From $32.57
156 channels
Major networks like CTV, CBC and Global
Plus specialty channels TSN, CTV News, Teletoon and Much Music
HD channels included

Better From $66.06
239 channels
All the channels included in Good
Plus specialty channels like AMC, The Family Channel, TSN2 and National Geographic
HD channels included

Best From $105.47
335 channels
All the channels included in Better
Plus the Sports, Learning & News, Movies & More and Variety theme packs as well as time shifting
HD channels included


See what's included in each of the Bell TV Programming Packages

How to modify the Favorite Channels List - Bell Fibe TV

Bell Fibe TV Tip - Change your Favorite Channels List

1. Via the remote control Press the Menu
2. Select  Settings via left right arrows 
3. Select Television via up down arrows
4. Press the up down arrows then select Set up Favourite Channels.
5.  Use the arrow button to navigate.
      Add additional channels by selecting them. 
      A check mark will appear to show the channel is now included..
6. Use the arrow button to navigate.
      Remove  channels by selecting them.
      The check mark will disappear to show the channel is not included..
7. To save your favourites list, use the arrows to select Save and then press Select

Bell TV Tip - Create a Favorites Channels List, ICT North tell you how

Top Tips - Create a Bell TV Favorites Channels List

ICT North recommend that Bell customers create a favorites list using the Bell TV Electronic Progamming Guide.  This will save time when looking for something to watch and help parents to oversee their childrens viewing options.  It is also helpful to guests and visitors who may not be familiar with Bell TV channels numbers.

To create a Favorites List on your Bell TV satellite receiver:

• Turn on the satellite receiver and your TV.
• Press Menu.
• Highlight and Select Favorites Option.
• Using the arrow keys select the Favorites List.
• Now Select  - Modify List. 
• Press Select, then press Select again.
• The Channel List should now be visible. Highlight the channel you want and Select it. Repeat for each channel you want in your list. 
• When you have chosen all the channels you want in your list, Select Save. 
• Now choose Edit Name and you will be able to give your list a title. 

Popular favorite lists  : 

All Sub (only see details for channels that you subscribe to).

All HD (useful for HD and HD PVR receiver owners  - making it easier to see what's on in HD).

Individual Persons Name - Shows, dramas and programming that is of interest to that person or for a particular age group - children, teens, elder family members, individual sports, ethnic programming etc).

To display the Favorite Channels lists when watching TV,  

Press the GUIDE button on your remote until your list appears.


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