CCcam is the world's most popular card sharing protocol for satellite receivers. It allows multiple satellite receivers to share a single paid subscription smartcard over a local network or the internet — giving you access to encrypted channels on Sky, Canal+, HD+ and hundreds of other premium providers.
How Does CCcam Work?
CCcam operates on a client-server model:
- A CCcam server holds the physical smartcard and decrypts the encrypted signal (Control Word / CW)
- The server sends the decrypted CW to client receivers connected over the network
- Each client receiver uses the CW to display the channel in real time
- The whole process happens in milliseconds — no visible delay
CCcam runs on Linux-based satellite receivers such as Dreambox, VU+, Vu+ Zero, Zgemma, and any receiver running Enigma2 or Enigma1 firmware.
What is a CCcam C Line?
A C line is the connection credential that links your receiver to a CCcam server. It looks like this:
C: server.example.com 12000 username password
The four parts are:
- Hostname — the CCcam server address (e.g. server.cccam-power.com)
- Port — the TCP port (usually 12000–12100)
- Username — your unique login
- Password — your unique password
You paste this C line into your receiver's CCcam or OScam configuration file and your receiver instantly connects to the server.
CCcam Protocol Versions
CCcam has evolved through several versions over the years. The current standard in 2025 is CCcam 2.3.x, which offers:
- Support for all major CAS (Conditional Access Systems): Nagravision, Viaccess, Irdeto, Conax, Cryptoworks, Seca
- Multi-hop sharing — a server can share cards received from another server
- Reshare limits — the server admin controls how many hops are allowed
- Full compatibility with OScam for hybrid setups
CCcam vs Other Protocols
CCcam is not the only card sharing protocol — but it remains the most widely supported:
- CCcam — most popular, works with all Enigma2 receivers natively
- OScam — open source, more configurable, slightly lower latency
- NewCS — older protocol, rarely used today
- CS378x — used primarily for Android boxes
Our server supports both CCcam and OScam connections simultaneously, so you can connect any receiver regardless of firmware.
What Channels Can I Watch with CCcam?
With a CCcam server line from CCcam Power you get access to:
- Sky Deutschland — Sky Cinema, Sky Sport, Sky Atlantic, Sky Nature
- Sky UK — Sky Sports, Sky Cinema, BT Sport
- Canal+ Poland — Polsat Premium, Canal+ Sport
- HD+ Germany — ProSiebenSat.1, RTL Group in HD
- ICAM Sky Deutschland — decrypted via ICAM protocol (reseller plan)
- And hundreds more across Europe
What Equipment Do I Need?
To use CCcam you need a compatible satellite receiver. Most popular choices:
- Dreambox DM900/DM920 — premium German brand, best CCcam support
- VU+ Duo / Uno / Solo — high quality, full Enigma2
- Zgemma H9S / H7 — budget-friendly, excellent value
- Octagon SF8008 — popular mid-range option
- GigaBlue Quad 4K — powerful, multi-tuner
All receivers must be running Enigma2 firmware (OpenATV, OpenPLi, OpenVision, DreamElite, etc.).
Anti-Freeze Technology
The main issue with low-quality CCcam servers is freezing — a brief stutter when the Control Word is not delivered in time. CCcam Power uses Anti-Freeze V6.95 technology which:
- Pre-caches Control Words before they are needed
- Switches to a backup card instantly if the primary is slow
- Maintains multiple simultaneous connections per user
- Guarantees a maximum latency of under 80ms
💡 Tip: Our CCcam Pack includes 4 VIP C Lines — that means you can connect 4 receivers simultaneously or share with family members with zero extra cost.
Getting Started with CCcam Power
- Choose your plan on the CCcam server page
- Complete the order — receive your C lines by email within minutes
- Open CCcam config on your receiver (usually
/etc/CCcam.cfg) - Paste your C line and restart CCcam
- Browse your channel list — all encrypted channels are now available