This configuration is ideal for a basic setup where OSCam uses a local smartcard for a single TVheadend server on the same machine. Note the tight IP restriction in httpallowed and the DVBAPI configuration that connects to a user named tvh .
provide practical setup examples for various protocols (CCcam, Newcamd). Key Sections : Essential for logging, server IP binding, and debugging.
Only add parameters you need. Over-configuring can lead to instability.
: Configures the OSCam Web Interface, allowing you to set the HTTP port, access credentials (username/password), and allowed IP ranges for remote management.
oscam.conf is the blueprint that dictates the behavior and capabilities of your OSCam server. By understanding its structure, key parameters, and advanced features, you can build a stable, high-performance, and secure environment for accessing DVB content. Whether you are configuring a single local reader or a complex network of cache-exchanging peers, the knowledge of this single file is your key to mastering OSCam. oscam.conf
[reader] label = myreader device = /dev/ttyUSB0 protocol = mouse caid = 0D00 ident = 0D00:000000 group = 1
Edit configurations via the web interface rather than editing files directly to prevent syntax errors.
This section controls the general behavior of the OScam process, including logging, hardware optimization, and performance caching.
Here is a standard configuration used by many hobbyists for a stable local setup: This configuration is ideal for a basic setup
Details about the server, such as its IP address, port, and protocols used for communication.
[global] logfile = /var/log/oscam.log nice = -1 maxlogsize = 2048 preferlocalcards = 1 cwcycle_check_enable = 1 [cache] delay = 0 [dvbapi] enabled = 1 au = 1 user = tuner boxtype = dreambox [webif] httpport = 8080 httpuser = user httppwd = pass httpallowed = 127.0.0.1,192.168.0.0-192.168.255.255 [cccam] port = 15000 version = 2.3.0 reshare = 0 Use code with caution. 6. Best Practices & Troubleshooting
: Ensure oscam.conf has correct Linux file permissions (typically 644 ) so the OSCam process can read and write changes.
: Informs the compilation process of your target underlying API layout (e.g., dreambox , pc-nodvb , or wetek ). 4. The [monitor] Section Key Sections : Essential for logging, server IP
[global] logfile = /var/log/oscam.log nice = -1 maxlogsize = 1000 preferlocalcards = 1 cwcycle_check_enable = 1 Use code with caution. Key Global Parameters
Beyond the core sections, OSCam offers a wealth of advanced features for power users and specific scenarios. Here are a few notable ones:
For users running OSCam alongside a DVB application (like Tvheadend on a Linux server), the [dvbapi] section is essential. It activates the API that allows the DVB application to communicate with OSCam for decryption. Unlike other protocols ( cccam , newcamd ), dvbapi is designed to run on the same machine as the DVB application, typically using a local address (e.g., 127.0.0.1 ).