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CableCARD™

CableCARD™ is a small device that allows you to access cable services without a set-top box, but not all services are available through it.

A CableCARD is about the size of a thick credit card. It fits into a special slot that's built into digital television sets and some peripheral devices. By using it, you can plug your cable connection right into your TV without going through your set-top box. However, it has some limitations.

Two types of CableCARD equipment

  • Uniderictional Digital Cable Products (UDCP) are one-way only devices that allow reception of programming such as both analog and digital cable, some HDTV and premium cable channels. What these devices don't make available is access to any interactive services like an online programming guide, On-demand or pay-per-view programming, digital sports packages or an increasing number of interactive enhanced TV services such as games. Almost all equipment on the market that has a CableCARD option is UDCP.
  • Open Cable Products are capable of receiving interactive services in the same way that a Windjammer set-top box can. These are not widely available yet.

You can tell which type of equipment you have - UDCP or Open Cable - by referring to your user's manual. If you choose to lease a CableCARD from Windjammer, the cost is approximately $1.75 per month. Your personal preferences and needs should help you decide which technology is right for you. For more information, speak to a Windjammer customer service representative at 888-495-2881.

Compare CableCARD* to set-top box

Features UDCP CableCARD Open Cable CableCARD Digital Cable Set-top Box
Basic & Digital Channels Varies X X
Crystal-clear Picture & Sound X X X
Premium Channels Varies X X
HD Channels Varies X X

2-Way Programming & Services including:

 X X
On-Demand and Pay-Per-View X X
Interactive Programming Guide X X
Interactive/Enhanced Services (games, etc.) X X
Switch Digital Channels X X
DVR Capability Varies X
 
*Not all services available in all areas. To receive all services, Digital Cable, remote and lease of a Digital set-top box are required. Some services are not available to CableCARD customers. HD DVR is an optional service available for an incremental charge.  Lease of an HD DVR set-top box is required. HDTV set required for HD service.  Incremental charge applies for HD Premium tier and Movies On Demand or Pay Per View service. All services may not be available in all areas. Subject to change without notice. Some restrictions apply.
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