Error Code 8-270
8-270 errors occur when our systems fail to get the appropriate information from your device. If you receive this error, it's typically resolved within 24 hours, however, if one is available, we recommend using a different device during this time.
If you'd prefer, try the steps below to resolve the issue:
< CLICK ON A TROUBLESHOOTING STEP BELOW >
Troubleshooting is a process of elimination. While some of the steps below might seem obvious, following them in sequence will help to identify the issue or eliminate potential causes.
- Try relaunching the channel by re-selecting it from the guide menu
- Change to a different channel and then change back to your original selection
- If the issue is experienced on all channels, try watching a TV show or movie available with your channel's Video On-Demand selection.
- If all of the above steps were unsuccessful, restart your device and try again.
- Turn your device off & back on again, or follow device specific restart instructions.
If the issue persists and is with all channels, continue with the other troubleshooting steps specific to this error code message.
Close and relaunch the Sling TV app. Click on the link below to view device specific troubleshooting steps, including:
- Clearing Cache on your Device/ Browser
- Updating the Sling App
- Relaunching the Sling App
- Restarting a Device
- Reinstalling the Sling App
- Moving the Sling App on your Device App Ribbon
Uninstall and reinstall the Sling TV app. Click on the link below to view device specific troubleshooting steps, including:
- Clearing Cache on your Device/ Browser
- Updating the Sling App
- Relaunching the Sling App
- Restarting a Device
- Reinstalling the Sling App
- Moving the Sling App on your Device App Ribbon
Check to see if another app on the same device is experiencing any errors or similar issues.
- Unfortunately it looks like things aren't working quite right on your device right now, try using another device with the Sling TV application on it so you can continue watching right now
- If the Sling app works on another device, there may be an issue with your device. Please call your device’s manufacturer for further assistance
- If Sling app does not work on another device, there may be an issue related to your account. Please contact us so our team of technical specialists can investigate the issue
If you’re unable to resolve the error using the other steps listed above, please take note of the following information before contacting us:
When the error occurred (when selecting a show, in the middle of watching, etc.)
What type of program you were watching (live, on-demand, DVR recording)
What device you were using (browser, mobile app, streaming device)
When you're ready, click on the chat icon on your screen below and select the option to "TROUBLESHOOT" If our Chatbot is not able to resolve the problem, you will be connected to a live chat representative.
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