List of ABS-CBN Corporation channels and stations facts for kids

ABS-CBN used to be one of the biggest TV and radio networks in the Philippines. It had many TV and radio stations all over the country. These stations were either owned by ABS-CBN or worked with them as partners.

Sadly, ABS-CBN stopped its TV and radio broadcasts on May 5, 2020. This happened after nearly 32 years of broadcasting because its license to operate was not renewed by the government on July 10, 2020.

Free-to-Air TV Stations (No Longer Active)

ABS-CBN had many free-to-air TV stations that anyone with a TV could watch without paying. These stations used two main types of signals: analog and digital.

ABS-CBN Channels

Before digital TV became common, most TV channels used analog signals. ABS-CBN had many analog stations across the Philippines.

Analog TV Channels

Analog TV signals are older. They use different frequencies, like VHF (Very High Frequency) and UHF (Ultra High Frequency). ABS-CBN had stations using both.

VHF Channels

ABS-CBN had many VHF TV stations in major cities and provinces. These stations helped bring news and entertainment to different parts of the Philippines.

UHF Channels

UHF channels are also part of analog TV. ABS-CBN used these channels to reach more areas, especially in places where VHF signals might have been weaker.

Former Analog Channels

Some analog channels were eventually shut down as the network planned to move fully to digital broadcasting. For example, the channel in Bulacan and Tarlac.

Digital Terrestrial TV Channels

Digital terrestrial television (DTT) is a newer way to broadcast TV. It gives clearer pictures and sound. ABS-CBN was also moving towards digital broadcasting before it stopped operations.

S+A (Sports and Action)

S+A was another free-to-air TV channel owned by ABS-CBN. It focused on sports and action shows. It also had many relay stations across the country.

Former Analog S+A Channels

Similar to ABS-CBN's main channel, S+A also had analog stations that were eventually shut down as the network moved towards digital.

Pay Television Channels

Besides free TV, ABS-CBN also had many channels that people paid to watch through cable or satellite. These channels offered different kinds of shows, from news to movies and music.

• ABS-CBN News Channel (ANC) - For news and current events.
• Cinema One - Shows Filipino movies.
• TeleRadyo Serbisyo - A mix of radio and TV, offering news and public service.
• Jeepney TV - Shows classic ABS-CBN programs.
• Knowledge Channel - Focuses on educational shows.
• Cine Mo! - Another movie channel.
• Metro Channel - Lifestyle and entertainment.
• Myx - A music channel.
• Kapamilya Channel - This channel was launched after ABS-CBN stopped free-to-air broadcasts, carrying many of its popular shows.

Direct-to-Home/Satellite Broadcast Networks

ABS-CBN also reached viewers around the world through satellite. These global channels helped Filipinos living abroad stay connected to their home country.

• CineMo! Global
• ANC Global
• Cinema One International
• Myx TV (North America)
• The Filipino Channel (TFC) - The main international channel for Filipinos worldwide.

Radio Stations

ABS-CBN also had a strong presence in radio, with both AM and FM stations.

AM Radio Network (Radyo Patrol)

AM radio stations are known for broadcasting news and public service programs. ABS-CBN's AM network was called Radyo Patrol.

FM Radio Network (MOR Philippines)

FM radio stations usually play music and entertainment shows. ABS-CBN's FM network was called MOR, which stands for "My Only Radio."

See also

• ABS-CBN