Sony KDF-55WF655 - Manual (Page 4)

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What is a CableCARD
™
?
The term CableCARD™ is a term that has been
adopted by the cable industry for the security device,
which is the interface module between the cable
head end and the customer’s DCR product. This
device is used to decrypt encrypted digital
programming that the customer is authorized to
receive. The term CableCARD™ is used with the
permission of CableLabs.
The CableCARD™ replaces the set-top box and
enables consumers to view encrypted digital
programming. It electronically binds with the DCR
product to decrypt digital programming via a method
that is also secure for copy protection purposes.
What can a DCR product receive?
A DCR product equipped with a CableCARD™ can receive unscrambled analog cable,
digital basic cable, and digital premium cable services without a set top box (STB). It
cannot support two-way interactivity and does not provide access to cable operator
interactive program guides, Video on Demand services, pay-per-view movies or special
events, or interactive TV (iTV) services. The cable and consumer electronics industries
are currently working together to create a technical framework which will provide a
foundation for DCR products that support the full suite of cable operators' products and
services.
Services/Features
Available via
Unscrambled analog channels Both DCR and 2-way STB
Digital basic channels Both DCR and 2-way STB
Digital premium programming Both DCR and 2-way STB
Pay Per View 2-way STB only
Video on Demand 2-way STB only
Interactive Program Guide (cable
generated**) 2-way STB only
Two-way interactive products and
services 2-way STB only