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In [[Canadian|Canada]], the channel is owned by [[Alliance Atlantis]] and National Geographic Channel USA, while the European versions are operated in partnership with Fox's sister company, [[BSkyB|British Sky Broadcasting (BSkyB)]]. This includes an English language version for the [[United Kingdom|UK]], [[Iceland]] and [[Republic of Ireland]], which is carried on BSkyB's own [[Sky Digital (UK & Ireland)|Sky Digital]] pay TV service and also on [[Tiscali TV]] in the UK, [[Sky Digital (UK & Ireland)|Sky Digital]], [[UPC Ireland|UPC]], Magnet Networks, SCTV in the Republic of Ireland and Skjarin in Iceland. |
In [[Canadian|Canada]], the channel is owned by [[Alliance Atlantis]] and National Geographic Channel USA, while the European versions are operated in partnership with Fox's sister company, [[BSkyB|British Sky Broadcasting (BSkyB)]]. This includes an English language version for the [[United Kingdom|UK]], [[Iceland]] and [[Republic of Ireland]], which is carried on BSkyB's own [[Sky Digital (UK & Ireland)|Sky Digital]] pay TV service and also on [[Tiscali TV]] in the UK, [[Sky Digital (UK & Ireland)|Sky Digital]], [[UPC Ireland|UPC]], Magnet Networks, SCTV in the Republic of Ireland and Skjarin in Iceland. |
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In [[Asia-Pacific]] area National Geographic Channel is available in over 56 million homes<ref>{{cite web |
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In [[Australia]], National Geographic Channel is carried by [[Foxtel]], [[Optus]], [[Austar]], [[Neighbourhood Cable]], [[TransTV]], and [[SelecTV]]. The Australian version includes Australian guest presenters of promotional material and to introduce certain programs, series and specials. |
In [[Australia]], National Geographic Channel is carried by [[Foxtel]], [[Optus]], [[Austar]], [[Neighbourhood Cable]], [[TransTV]], and [[SelecTV]]. The Australian version includes Australian guest presenters of promotional material and to introduce certain programs, series and specials. |
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Revision as of 22:00, 27 February 2009
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National Geographic Channel, also commercially abbreviated as Nat Geo, is a subscription television channel that airs non-fiction television programs produced by the National Geographic Society. Like History and the Discovery Channel, the channel features documentaries involving nature, science, culture, and history.
Overview
In September 1997, the world's first National Geographic Channel launched in Europe and Australia. In July 1998, National Geographic Channel Asia was launched in partnership and distribution with STAR TV (Before replacing NBC Asia Channel. The same happened in NBC Europe's demise in 1998). Today, the channel is available in over 143 countries, are seen in more than 160 million homes and in 25 languages.
In the United States, The National Geographic Channel, launched in January 2001, is a joint venture of National Geographic Television & Film and Fox Cable Networks. The National Geographic provides programming expertise and the Fox Networks Group provides its expertise on distribution, marketing, and ad sales. It is primarily a digital cable and satellite channel there.
In Canada, the channel is owned by Alliance Atlantis and National Geographic Channel USA, while the European versions are operated in partnership with Fox's sister company, British Sky Broadcasting (BSkyB). This includes an English language version for the UK, Iceland and Republic of Ireland, which is carried on BSkyB's own Sky Digital pay TV service and also on Tiscali TV in the UK, Sky Digital, UPC, Magnet Networks, SCTV in the Republic of Ireland and Skjarin in Iceland.
In Asia-Pacific area National Geographic Channel is available in over 56 million homes[1] (2008).
In Australia, National Geographic Channel is carried by Foxtel, Optus, Austar, Neighbourhood Cable, TransTV, and SelecTV. The Australian version includes Australian guest presenters of promotional material and to introduce certain programs, series and specials.
In New Zealand, National Geographic Channel is broadcast on SKY Network Television and TelstraClear InHomeTV.
In South Africa, the channel is carried by Digital Satellite Television (also known as DStv) is MultiChoice's multi-channel digital satellite TV service in Africa.
Theme fanfare music
The National Geographic (American TV channel)'s signature theme fanfare music is composed by Elmer Bernstein, which has also played in usually the beginning of many of the channel's television programs.
Criticisms
Allegations of bias
A special airing of "Guns in America" by the channel in USA caused accusation of bias by the pro-gun rights interest group Gun Owners of America leading them to send an open letter to Mr. Kelly CEO of Nat Geo stating the inaccurate data in the show. [2][3][4]
Other National Geographic Channels
Nat Geo Music
Designed to offer an alternative music video channel for both international and smaller independent local labels with a focus on cultural lyrics and rhythms. Nat Geo Music became available in Italy on October 15, 2007, and will later be broadcast around the world.[5]
Nat Geo Junior
Nat Geo Junior is broadcast in Netherlands, Belgium, India and created specifically for children. Also a block programmed in Asia.[6] [7]
National Geographic Channel HD
National Geographic Channel HD in the USA is a 1080i high definition simulcast of the National Geographic Channel. It launched in January 2006. It is available nationwide on satellite providers DirecTV and Dish Network and on several cable providers.
In Canada, the Canadian edition of National Geographic Channel HD launched on December 19, 2006. It is available nationally via the countries two satellite services Star Choice, on channel 276 and Bell TV on channel 828.
In the UK, it is available on Sky Digital and launched in February 2006. The UK version is not a simulcast and has a separate schedule to the Standard Definition version of the National Geographic Channel. It is broadcast on EPG channel 543. In the UK , some of the content is shown from Rush HD
In Australia Nat Geo HD is available on the Foxtel HD+ Service sice July 1, 2008
In Asia Pacific, National Geographic Channel HD was the first channel to support 1080i HD and 5.1-channel surround sound. The channel was commercially available on StarHub Digital Cable Channel 301 on January 18, 2007, followed by Vietnam via Vietbao CATV on October 29, 2007. It was also available exclusively on now TV Channel 218 on December 19, 2007 in Hong Kong.
In Poland, this channel is available as of mid-2007 on Cyfra Plus platform; however, only with the Polish soundtrack.
In Slovakia, NGC HD is available since 2008 in digital TV product UPC Digital.
In Czech Republic, NGC HD is available since spring 2008 on digital cable from UPC Digital, channel 54. Both, Czech and Slovak feeds of NGC HD are transmitted directly from the UK (Sky+ HD) and come with english audio track only (DD/AC3)
National Geographic Adventure
National Geographic Wild
Competitors
References
- ^ "National Geographic to open first Asian retail store at Vivo City, Singapore". CozyCot. Retrieved 2009-02-27.
- ^ http://www.sofmag.com/wp/2008/12/18/national-geographic-tv-takes-aim-at-your-guns/
- ^ http://gunowners.org/a121708.htm
- ^ http://www.opposingviews.com/articles/news-national-geographic-gun-show-draws-heavy-fire-from-critics
- ^ "NGCI launches Nat Geo Music" (Press release). National Geographic Channels (International). 2007-08-21. Retrieved 2007-09-24.
{{cite press release}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - ^ Indiantelevision.com > Breaking News > NGC to launch Nat Geo Junior from 24 January
- ^ National Geographic Channel Asia Nat Geo Junior for young viewers
See also
- National Geographic Channel Australia
- Nat Geo Adventure Channel Australia
- National Geographic Channel (Canada)
- National Geographic Channel (UK)
- National Geographic Channel HD
- List of National Geographic Channel programs
- List of DirecTV channels
- List of Dish Network channels
- List of documentary channels
External links
- National Geographic Channels International
- National Geographic Channel U.S.A.
- National Geographic Channel UK
- National Geographic Channel Russia
- National Geographic Channel Australia
