Discovery's Family of HD Networks is growing! Discovery is thrilled to announce four exciting, new HD simulcast channels. Now you can get some of your favorite networks in the clarity of high definition. Call your local cable or satellite provider to find out how you can get Discovery Channel, TLC, Animal Planet, and The Science Channel in HD.
Discovery now offers five HD channels. HD Theater (formerly Discovery HD Theater), which has been around since 2002, is a unique 24/7 HD channel that offers original programming created exclusively to maximize the benefits of HD. In addition, we offer four simulcast channels in HD including Discovery Channel HD, TLC HD, Animal Planet HD and The Science Channel HD.
Now viewers can watch all of their favorite shows in HD including Discovery Channel's hit series Deadliest Catch and Dirty Jobs; TLC's Little People, Big World; Animal Planet's Meerkat Manor; and The Science Channel's Mars Rising; just to name a few.
Please contact your cable or satellite provider to find out if Discovery's Family of HD Networks is available in your area.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an HD simulcast channel?
A simulcast channel is a replication of some of your favorite channels from Discovery Communications (Discovery, TLC, Animal Planet and The Science Channel) aired in high definition (HD). Both channels offer an identical schedule, but are their own separate channels on your line-up.
Which Discovery Communication's networks can I currently get in HD?
Discovery offers five HD channels including HD Theater (formerly Discovery HD Theater), Discovery Channel, TLC, Animal Planet and The Science Channel. You should contact your satellite or cable provider if you do not receive all 5 channels and are interested in seeing the best of television in HD.
How can I get Discovery's Family of HD Networks including Discovery Channel, TLC, Animal Planet and The Science Channel?
Contact your local cable or satellite provider and ask them for Discovery Channel, TLC, Animal Planet and The Science Channel in HD.
All of our services are currently available on DISH Network, DIRECTV, and on numerous cable systems. Please contact your satellite or cable provider to find out about availability in your area.
Why is Discovery launching more HD channels now?
Since launching HD Theater (formerly Discovery HD Theater) in 2002, interest in HD has exploded and viewers have continuously demanded more HD content from Discovery. Discovery's genres are particularly well-suited for the format, making our channels top destinations for viewers. With these HD simulcasts, we are providing viewers more of what they want.
What does this mean for HD Theater (formerly Discovery HD Theater)?
HD Theater has established itself as the gold standard for HDTV viewing, with viewers calling it their HD "home page" and featuring visually rich content produced expressly for the HD medium.
The channel will continue to offer original and compelling series that take full advantage of the 1080i HD format like viewer favorite Sunrise Earth and special showings of Planet Earth, as well as new original content from genres such as world cultures, wildlife, high-end auto and adventure that you will not see anywhere else. HD Theater is not a simulcast network.
What HD format will these channels be available in?
All of our channels offer 1080i and 5.1 surround sound.
If I have high definition service, will the HD simulcast channel be the same channel number I currently find the channel on?
No, you will need to tune in to the HD channel number (versus the standard definition channel number) to view the HD simulcast of each channel. Check your local listings or call your provider for channel information.
However, with DirecTV and DISH Network, if you have HD equipment and HD service, you can select either the standard definition or high definition channel number, and you will automatically receive the HD simulcast.
When can I get more of Discovery Communication's networks in HD?
Discovery anticipates announcing additional HD simulcast channels in 2008. The exact networks are still under consideration. Discovery will continue to evaluate other HD simulcast opportunities.
Do viewers have to pay for the new simulcast channels?
Please contact your service provider to find out how they are being packaged and priced.
When can I get the Travel Channel in HD?
Travel Channel is now owned by Cox Communications. Please contact Cox directly to find out their plans to offer Travel Channel in HD.
