Configuration setup for sharing 2026: step-by-step guide

A properly configured config is the foundation of stable sharing. Even a small mistake in one parameter can lead to loss of channels, freezes, or complete service failure. In this article, we will discuss the current formats of configuration files, their structure, typical mistakes, and proven solutions for 2026.

What is a config for sharing and why is it needed

A configuration file (config) is a text document that specifies the connection parameters to the sharing server: host address, port, login, password, and additional protocol options. Without a correct config, the receiver or software client will not be able to authenticate on the server and obtain keys for decrypting encoded channels.

Different sharing protocols use different file formats. The most common in 2026 areCCcam,NewCamd andOscam. Each has its own syntax logic and set of supported parameters.

Config formats: CCcam, NewCamd, and Oscam

CCcam config

The file is namedCCcam.cfg and is located in the root of the receiver's file system or in the/etc/ folder. The connection string to the server looks like this:

C: server.example.com 12000 mylogin mypassword

Field breakdown:

• C: — type of string (Client, meaning the client connects to the server)
• server.example.com — host address or IP address of the sharing server
• 12000 — port on which the server accepts CCcam connections
• mylogin andmypassword — credentials issued by the provider

Additionally, in CCcam.cfg, you can specify a priority parameter:

C: server.example.com 12000 mylogin mypassword 01 02 03

The numbers at the end are filters by CAID (conditional access identifiers). If not specified, the client will request keys for all available systems. Specifying CAID makes sense when you need to reduce load and speed up response time for specific packages, such as Viasat or Sky.

NewCamd config

The file isnewcamd.conf. The format of the string differs from CCcam: here, the DES key is explicitly specified, which is agreed upon with the server when establishing a connection.

CWS = server.example.com 15000 mylogin mypassword 01020304050607080910111213141516

Where:

• CWS — keyword for client connection record
• 15000 — NewCamd port (often different from the CCcam port on the same server)
• Sequence01020304050607080910111213141516 — 16-byte DES key in hexadecimal format

The DES key is provided by the provider along with the login and password. If the key is specified incorrectly, the connection will be established, but authorization will fail — the client will receive a denial with the error codeAUTH FAILED.

Oscam config

Oscam is the most flexible and widely used conditional access server/client in 2026. Its configuration is split into several files:

• oscam.conf — global settings for the daemon
• oscam.server — description of server readers (where the keys come from)
• oscam.user — list of users and their rights
• oscam.dvbapi — settings for working with DVB cards and IPTV clients

Example section inoscam.server for connecting to a CCcam server through Oscam:

[reader]

Parameterreconnecttimeout = 30 means that when the connection is lost, Oscam will attempt to reconnect every 30 seconds. This is critically important for stable operation: without this setting, after a connection drop, the client will hang and require a manual restart.

Step-by-step config setup for sharing

Step 1. Obtain data from the provider

Before any settings, make sure you have a complete set of data:

• Host (domain or IP address)
• Protocol port
• Login and password
• Protocol type (CCcam, NewCamd, Oscam/Cccam, Oscam/Newcamd)
• DES key — only for NewCamd

The provider usually sends a ready-made config string. Copy it exactly, without extra spaces and line breaks.

Step 2. Create or edit the config file

For satellite receivers on Linux (Enigma2, OpenPLi, OpenATV), config files are located in the directory/etc/. You can access them via an FTP client (for example, FileZilla) or by SSH with the command:

nano /etc/CCcam.cfg

Insert the connection string, save the file (Ctrl+O, then Enter) and exit the editor (Ctrl+X).

Step 3. Restart the sharing client

After saving the config, you need to restart the daemon that reads this file. For CCcam on Enigma2:

init 4&& init 3

Or through the receiver menu:Plugins → CCcam Info → Restart CCcam.

For Oscam:

/etc/init.d/oscam restart

After restarting, wait 15–30 seconds and check the status via the Oscam web interface (usually available athttp://192.168.1.100:8888, where the last octet is the IP of your receiver in the local network).

Step 4. Check the connection

In the Oscam web interface in the sectionReaders your reader should be displayed with the statusconnected. If the status isnot connected ortimeout, check:

• The correctness of the host and port
• The presence of errors in the login or password (especially Russian letters instead of Latin ones)
• Port availability through the firewall — try the commandtelnet server.example.com 12000
• The relevance of the subscription with the provider

Typical errors when configuring the config

Incorrect port

The most common mistake is confusing the CCcam port and the NewCamd port on the same server. Providers often keep both protocols: CCcam on port 12000, NewCamd on 15000. If you connect the CCcam client to port 15000, the connection will not be established or will constantly drop.

Extra characters in the config string

When copying the config string from an email or messenger, invisible characters may be added (non-breaking space, line break in the middle of the string, null byte). If channels do not decrypt after pasting, recreate the string manually by typing it character by character.

File encoding

The config file must be saved in encodingUTF-8 without BOM orASCII. If the Windows editor saved the file in Windows-1251 or added a BOM marker, the receiver may not recognize its content. Use editors that allow you to explicitly choose the encoding: Notepad++, VS Code, or nano on the receiver itself.

Conflict of multiple sharing clients

If CCcam and Oscam are running simultaneously on the receiver, they may conflict over DVB resources. Ensure that only one client is active. You can check the running processes with the command:

ps | grep -E 'CCcam|oscam'

Config optimization to reduce delays

Timeout settings

In Oscam, the parametercwtimeout in the[global] section of theoscam.conf file defines how many milliseconds the client waits for a server response before considering the attempt unsuccessful. The default value is 1500 ms. For servers with a ping above 100 ms, it is advisable to increase it to 2500–3000 ms:

[global]

A timeout that is too short leads to periodic freezing of the image even with a stable connection.

Using multiple servers with prioritization

To increase reliability, multiple reader servers are connected. In Oscam, priority is set by thepriority parameter in the reader section. The reader with the lower value is queried first:

[reader]

If the main server is unavailable, Oscam will automatically switch to the backup without any action from the user.

Configs for software clients on Android and PC

In addition to satellite receivers, sharing is used in software clients: IPTV players and emulators on Android, Windows, and Linux.

For the applicationDune HD and similar players with conditional access support, the config is usually loaded through the application interface as a ready-made file or entered manually into the form fields. The data format is identical to CCcam or NewCamd — only the method of transmission differs.

The clientWicard on Android accepts config strings in CCcam format directly in the application settings underServers → Add Server. You need to enter the host, port, login, and password — without the prefixC:.

How to check the config operation without a receiver

You can check the correctness of the connection data from a computer using the utilityCCcam Status Checker or through Oscam installed locally. A simpler way is the command-line utility.nc (netcat):

nc -zv server.example.com 12000

If the port is open, you will see the messageConnection to server.example.com 12000 port [tcp/*] succeeded!. This confirms that the server is accessible and accepting connections; further issues are only related to credentials.

Current recommendations for sharing in 2026

Sharing servers in 2026 are increasingly switching to encrypted connections and non-standard ports to protect against blocking. If the standard port is unavailable, check with your provider for an alternative port or the possibility of connecting via an SSL/TLS tunnel.

Another important point is regular configuration updates. Providers periodically change passwords and ports for security reasons. Subscribe to notifications from your provider to receive timely updates and avoid losing access to channels at the wrong moment.

Correctly configuring the setup takes no more than five minutes, but requires precision at every step—from copying the connection string to selecting the file encoding. Follow the instructions sequentially, and sharing will work stably without the need to return to the settings again.