TV box module. Satellite TV MTS: CAM-module
Where to buy MTS cam-module? Who can answer my questions?
You can fill out an application on this site: just click on the red "Connect" button at the top. The manager will call you back, answer all questions, arrange the delivery of equipment or tell you where you can come for a purchase.
What is better to choose - a cam-module or a TV set-top box?
If your TV supports the installation of the module, then select it. it compact device, installed inside the TV and saves space. The quality of the image and the set of channels they do not differ.
Is it possible to buy the MTS module separately, without an antenna?
Oh sure. Such a set costs 3400 rubles.
Does the CAM module allow you to watch free channels from the same satellite?
We would put it differently. The module does not participate in this process. If your TV has DVB-S2 support, it will find open (unencrypted) channels on the ABS-2A satellite and you can watch them.
Is it true that you need a module to watch UltraHD (4K) channels?
Yes it's true.
If the TV does not support the HEVC codec, but has DVB-S2 and CI + options, can a cam module be installed in it?
Yes, you can, and everything will work. But those channels that are encoded using HEVC will not be shown.
I have a cam module for MTS cable TV, can I use it for satellite?
This will not work, the devices are not interchangeable, as they differ in the software installed on them.
Do I need to buy and install an antenna for the module itself?
Yes, of course, you always need an antenna to watch satellite TV.
What is the difference between cam module version 1.3 and 1.1?
Compared to 1.1 CI+, 1.3 added:
various enhancements of Content Control mechanism
coordination of parental control PIN code handling between CAM and its host - synchronization of parameters parental controls between the module and the device in which it is installed (TV or set-top box)
better IP communication support (increased data throughput)
VOD support - added support for video on demand service
a new Operator Profile resource allowing CAM to adapt non-standard broadcast-specific service information to standard DVB format understandable by Host. – added settings that allow you to adapt the broadcast to the parameters of the received device
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Conditional access module Tricolor CI+ Ultra HD (Center) is a compact device designed for broadcasting satellite channels without the use of wires. The smart card is installed in a special slot on the TV, after which the setting is carried out automatically. The model supports more than 200 channels with Ultra HD resolution and allows you to listen to up to 30 radio stations. Switching programs is carried out using a conventional remote control remote control. The Russified menu makes it easy to find the necessary content. The module supports standards broadcast DVB-S and DVB-S2. The model provides access to the Tricolor package for a period of one month; a satellite dish is required for viewing.
CI+ conditional access module for receiving "Tricolor TV" with Ultra HD support (project "Tricolor TV. Center")
1.Description
CI + module is a compact equipment that, if there is a CI slot on the TV with support for the CI + standard and the ability to receive satellite television will allow you to view the channels of "Tricolor TV". CI + module is inserted into the TV, which will save you from unnecessary wires.
The TV remote control is used to change channels.
Together with the CI + module, you must purchase and connect a satellite dish, if it is not already installed.
2.Subscriptions included
The kit already includes access to the One Ultra HD channel package for 1 month, which provides viewing of more than 200 TV channels, including high definition (Full HD) and ultra high definition (Ultra HD), and listening to more than 30 radio stations.
3.Connection and setup
Before purchasing and connecting equipment, read the instructions. Make sure your TV supports the DVB-S2 satellite broadcast standard 3 and is equipped with a CI+ v 1.3 or later 4 slot. To view Ultra HD channels requires a TV that supports Ultra HD and HEVC 5 image encoding version 5.0 or later. Install and configure the satellite dish, place the smart card into the module slot and insert the module into the dedicated CI+ slot on the TV. Connect the LNB IN output of the TV to the converter satellite dish by using coaxial cable and select the appropriate signal source from the TV menu.
Contents of delivery
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1 Full HD - resolution 1920×1080 pixels. Used in high-definition television (HDTV) broadcasts.
2 Ultra HD - resolution 3840×2160 pixels. Ultra high definition television, 4K resolution (Ultra High Definition Television, UHDTV).
3 DVB-S2 is a broadcasting standard for satellite, digital television, including ultra-high definition resolution.
4 CI + slot in the TV set, which allows you to view encrypted channels using CAM-modules and decoding cards.
5 HEVC - H.265 video coding standard (High Efficiency Video Coding).
Now a buyer of a satellite television system with modern TV with CI+ support and built-in DVB-S2 tuner, there is a choice - to purchase a CI + CAM module from one of the satellite TV operators for viewing, placed directly on the TV, or buy a full-fledged satellite receiver. We have been working with both solutions for watching satellite TV for a long time, and I must say that both solutions have its advantages and disadvantages. That is what we will consider in this article.
CAM module CI + for satellite TV - pros and cons.
In order for satellite channels to be viewed directly from the TV, the TV itself must be equipped with a built-in DVB-S2 tuner. The module itself, placed on the TV, performs the function of decoding the stream received from the satellite.
Advantages of using the module are that the processing of the resulting image occurs directly on the TV. And the resulting image is immediately displayed on the screen. Thanks to this approach, there is no loss of image quality during transmission. Such loss of image quality is typical for a bundle of satellite receiver-TV.
Another plus of using the module on a TV is the ability to perform all actions with just one remote control - turn it on with one remote control, set the sound volume with it, and switch channels with it.
Another advantage of the module is the compactness of the solution. There is no need to invent a shelf for the receiver, how to fix the receiver if the TV itself is hung on the wall. There is also no mass of annoying connecting wires - connecting the receiver to the power supply and connecting from the receiver to the TV.
Now about the cons of using the CAM module CI +
1. There is no way at all (or conveniently) to view the EPG - electronic program guide, i.e. the satellite program guide that is transmitted from the satellite and received by your antenna.
2. There is no way to call big and handy list channels like on a satellite receiver. On the receiver for Tricolor, with the "OK" button, you can call up a list of 32 channels and scroll through it conveniently. The TV menu does not allow such a convenient display of the list of satellite channels.
Plus, only the satellite receiver has the ability to create a list (s) of favorite channels and navigate only through these favorite channels.
Among other things, both on the receiver from Tricolor and on the receiver for NTV + it is possible to impose a thematic filter on the channel list - i.e. display, for example, only federal or only educational channels. A TV with a module will not be able to do this. At least this functionality is not provided on the 2013-2014 models.
3. Satellite channels it is more difficult to register on a TV using a module. When you buy a receiver for Tricolor or NTV +, the channels are already registered on it or are registered on the machine in 2-3 simple steps.
If you are using a module, then channels to the TV you have to prescribe yourself - the TV is universal- it allows you to add channels of any sat TV operator - Tricolor, NTV +, Telecard, Continent. And at the same time he does not know himself what to add to you - you do it yourself. The exception is LG smart TVs on the latest firmware.- they distinguish different operators TV and in step by step wizard settings ask about which operator's channels to register on your TV. Samsung TVs and Philips by the end of 2014 are lagging behind in this regard.
4. If the sattv operator changes the list of channels (one was added, others were removed), then on the satellite receiver it is enough to rescan the channels in two steps, but on the TV this action will take longer and will require more tuner skills from you.
In case of receiver NTV + Humax 3100, then this receiver itself rescans channels every time it starts and adds new ones, removes those that have left the broadcast list - we really like and impress this functionality.
These are the difficulties and pleasures that lovers of satellite TV will face using compatible TV and CAM module CI +
Using a satellite receiver to watch satellite TV - the pros and cons
In the case of the receiver and its pluses and minuses, everything is exactly the opposite.
Consider the cons:
1. Dimensions of the receiver and the need for its convenient installation. There is not always a convenient place to install the receiver.
2. The need to use two remotes - for the TV (turn on / off, select the TV input and adjust the volume) and for the receiver (volume, program guide, channel selection)
Modern TVs provide their users with great opportunities, including watching TV channels in high resolution with excellent sound, but this requires additional equipment as a module for a TV and a subscriber's personal smart card. It should also be taken into account that not all models provide a CI slot, therefore, in order to be able to connect digital television with a large selection of TV channels, it is necessary to purchase and install a TV receiver, into which a smart card with a module will be installed.
Many TV models from leading manufacturers such as Samsung, LG, Sony have long had a number of built-in designs that provide TV screens with advanced features. Developers are trying to equip their TVs with convenient devices, thereby freeing the user from having to connect additional equipment that takes up space. For example, built-in tuner or in another way digital receiver allows you to take streaming video and decorate the signal of different broadcast formats. However, in order for it to cope with its tasks, it definitely needs external signal support - this is provided by the CAM module.
This device resembles a small computer that first conducts digital stream decoding, and then sends a signal to match it with specific model TV. it electronic device, equipped with a special card, is designed to play digital signal and pay channels with high definition. And, if the TV model has a built-in DVB-C tuner, the device in question will save users from additional wires, installing a separate set-top box and a second remote control.
How does he work
To technical device could independently read the information that it receives (meaning, for example, paid media content), the client of the service provider needs to purchase a Smart-card. This is a plastic card with a microchip that identifies the subscriber and provides him with access to digital TV and paid channels. It is inserted into the CAM module. After the adapter with the card inside is installed in the TV. The user only needs to configure the list of received TV channels.
The configured equipment makes it possible to receive media content with various expansion and quality options, while the image will be automatically adjusted to certain parameters. Latest Models considered electronic devices can independently record streaming video and play it at the time necessary for the subscriber.
What are CAM modules
By technical specifications the entire range of manufactured devices for conditional access to coded channels is divided into types. The simplest modules are T2 and single-channel modules with support for only one coding system. Multi-channel and universal models are also offered.
- Single channel module is able to decode pay channels broadcast only by the selected provider (satellite). If you change the service provider or satellite with a different broadcast system, the module becomes inoperative.
- Multichannel Models devices allow you to switch from one coding system to another using SIM cards from different providers. The device automatically recognizes the inserted SIM card, rebuilds and updates the software.
- Universal module manufacturers are flashing to work with several signal encoding systems. The device can automatically correct signal parameters, configure programs, work with SIM cards of any provider. Suitable for working with paid software packages.
If speak about module cost, then in specialized stores you can see a fairly large range of prices. As a rule, the cost of the first option ranges from 1500 - 3000 rubles. The price of more modern models varies in the region of 5000-6000 rubles. Experts recommend not to opt for too cheap options. AT otherwise this will lead to an imminent replacement, as they will not cope with the latest technologies, and the purchase will be much more expensive than planned.
The advantages of such equipment
Before buying a new LG, Philips or Sony TV, you should consider purchasing a model with a built-in receiver and a slot for a CAM module, since such electronic equipment has undeniable advantages.
- More profitable for the price. Purchasing a conditional access module will cost less than a regular TV set-top box or Smart set-top box.
- Easy to install and set up. Simply insert it into the slot along with the subscriber's card and swipe simple setup equipment.
- Doesn't take up space. This device is slightly larger than a plastic card, which is inserted into the CI slot on the TV panel. It does not require additional shelves, especially if the TV panel is mounted on the wall, as for an external set-top box. In addition, such wireless equipment does not take up an extra outlet, since it is powered by TV.
- Simple control from the TV remote control.
How to install a CAM module in a TV
Connection and configuration does not require special knowledge. The main thing is to make sure that this is a suitable device for the TV before purchasing the module - there is a CI-slot. The installation algorithm is identical for any TV, be it Lg or Samsung.
- First you need to correctly install the smart card into the adapter. i.e. insert a card electronic chip up, while holding the module facing you (the provider's logo is placed on it).
- The adapter, complete with the card, is inserted into the PCMCIA slot of the turned off TV, facing outward.
- Now you can turn on the TV. A corresponding inscription about connecting new equipment should appear on the screen.
- Often you do not have to configure anything, just run automatic search programs.
If nothing happens after you turn on the TV, the hardware is most likely installed incorrectly. You should turn off the TV and do all the installation steps again. Health Status can be checked in the TV menu, depending on the manufacturer, the name of the corresponding item in the interface may be called “CA Module”, “CA Interface”, “CAM”, “CI Interface”, “Common Interface”.
If the equipment is connected, the TV sees it, but the channels are not tuned, you should contact your service provider.
Precautions for use
When operating the CAM module, the user is required to comply with the following recommendations:
- avoid serious mechanical influences: falls, squeezing;
- when installing the module in the TV receiver, strictly follow the manufacturer's instructions;
- make sure that the module does not overheat;
- do not store the SIM card near sources of electromagnetic radiation;
- if you need to remove the SIM card from the module, strictly follow the instructions;
- in order to avoid damage to the connector, do not unnecessarily remove the module from the TV.
Protection of providers from software hacking
Paid content offered a large number providers. Each service provider protects their channel packages with one or another coding system. To make it harder for attackers to break into program codes, providers systematically change the control key in the code combination. The receivers of subscribers who have paid for the service receive a code combination via satellite to decrypt coded channels.
The CAM module is designed for owners of LCD or plasma models TVs that are equipped with a built-in receiver and support HD Ready or Full HD digital formats. Such an electronic device, equipped with a smart card, provides the opportunity to watch paid TV channels. Easy Installation does not take much time and does not require special knowledge. The main thing is to make sure that the TV has a built-in DVB-C tuner and a CI slot for such an adapter before purchasing.
