CCcam C-line: format, setup, and connection in 2026

If you have received a CCcam C-line and are trying to figure out how to set it up, this guide will help you. I will explain what the line consists of, where to enter it, and how to troubleshoot common connection errors. CCcam C-line is an important element for configuring your receiver, and understanding its structure and parameters can significantly simplify the process of connecting to the server.

What is a C-line and what does it consist of

A C-line is a line used to connect a client to a server in a card sharing system. The format looks like this:C: my.server.com 12000 user pass. HereC: indicates that this is a client line connecting to someone else's server. The default port for CCcam is usually in the range of 10000-30000. The username and password are case-sensitive, so be careful when entering them.

The syntax of the line C: host port username password

The syntax of the C-line can be broken down into several parts:

• host: server address (domain or IP address)
• port: port through which the connection is made
• username: login to access the server
• password: password to access the server

Breakdown of each field with a specific example

Let's consider an example line:C: my.server.com 12000 myuser mypass. Here:

• my.server.com — this is the server address we are connecting to.
• 12000 — this is the port used for the connection.
• myuser — this is the username provided to us by the server.
• mypass — this is the password to access the server.

How C-line differs from N-line and F-line

It is important to understand that C-line, N-line, and F-line are three different types of lines. C-line is used to connect to someone else's server. N-line refers to the newcamd protocol, while F-line is a line through which you provide access as a server yourself. Therefore, if you want to connect to a server, you need a C-line.

Where to enter the C-line: CCcam.cfg file

For your receiver to use the C-line, you need to enter the line in the configuration file. It is usually located at/etc/CCcam.cfg or/usr/keys/CCcam.cfg on Enigma2 images. On older images, this file may be located at/var/etc/CCcam.cfg.

File location: /etc/CCcam.cfg and /var/etc/CCcam.cfg

Check where exactly your CCcam.cfg file is located. If you are unsure, refer to the documentation for your receiver or use the commandfind / -name "CCcam.cfg" to search for the file.

Correct syntax of the line and common typos

It is important that the line starts exactly withC: and contains a colon. Fields must be separated by one or more spaces. In some builds, tabs may cause errors, so it is better to use only spaces.

Example of a line:C: my.server.com 12000 myuser mypass. If you make a mistake in any of the fields, the connection will not occur.

Restarting the daemon after changing the configuration

After you have made changes to the CCcam.cfg file, you need to restart the daemon. This can be done using the commandkillall -9 CCcam, and then restart CCcam. In some images, you can use the plugin menu or execute the commandsinit 4&& init 3.

Also, do not forget to set the file permissions usingchmod 644 /etc/CCcam.cfg, and make sure that the file is saved in a BOM-free encoding.

Connecting C-line in OScam via dvbapi and [reader]

If you are using OScam, the C-line can be converted into the [reader] section. This is done as follows:

Converting C-line to the [reader] section of the cccam protocol

As seen from the example, each field of the C-line corresponds to a field in the [reader] section. For example,device — is the address and port that you specified in the C-line, whileuser andpassword — are the login and password.

Parameters cccversion, group and cccmaxhops

Note the parameterscccvversion andccmaxhops. The valuecccvversion must match the CCcam version on the server, otherwise the handshake will not occur. The parameterccmaxhops sets the sharing depth; if you are unsure, set the value to 1.

File oscam.server and checking via the web interface

The fileoscam.server can be edited with any text editor. After making changes, be sure to check the status via the OScam web interface, which is usually available athttp://ip-receiver:8888 orhttp://ip-receiver:16002.

Checking functionality and reading status

To check the connection status, open a browser and enterhttp://ip-receiver:16001. The port is set in theWEBINFO LISTEN PORT parameter in CCcam.cfg.

The CCcam web interface on port 16001 and the list of servers

The web interface will show you the connection status. If the status is green, everything is working. If red, it means the connection is not established.

What the statuses mean: connected, ON, OFF, no card

The statuses may mean the following:

• connected: connection established, but channels may not open.
• ON: server is running and available.
• OFF: server is not available, check the settings.
• no card: there is no required card for your package on the server.

Analysis of the number of local and remote cards (hops)

The number ofhops indicates how many intermediate servers are between your receiver and the final server. If hops are greater than 1, it may cause freezes and delays. The norm is considered to be 0-1 hop.

Typical connection errors and their resolution

When setting up the C-line, various issues may arise. Let's go through some typical errors and how to resolve them.

Server is seen as OFF: port, firewall, incorrect login

If the server shows as OFF, check if the host is reachable using the commandping my.server.com. Make sure the port is open by usingtelnet my.server.com 12000 ornc -zv my.server.com 12000. Also, check the correctness of the login and password.

Connected, but channels are not opening (no required provider)

If the status is connected but channels are not opening, it may mean that the server lacks the required CAID or provider id for your package. Check the list of available cards on the server.

Frequent disconnections, freeze, and exceeding the hops limit

If you are experiencing frequent disconnections or freezes, it may be related to a limit on the number of simultaneous connections. Make sure your IP does not conflict with other connections. Also, check if the hops value is not too high.

Conflict of multiple C-lines and reader priority

If you have multiple C-lines, make sure they do not conflict in card reading priority. In some cases, it may be necessary to set a priority for each reader in OScam.