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Introduction
The CableCARD module uses two unique identifiers: the CableCARD
ID and the CableCARD MAC Address. The CableCARD ID is an 8-
byte binary number that is derived from the MAC Address of the
CableCARD module. The CableCARD ID appears on the screen when
the subscriber inserts the card into the TV. The CableCARD MAC
Address is used to provide conditional access and copy protection
authorization.
ID and the CableCARD MAC Address. The CableCARD ID is an 8-
byte binary number that is derived from the MAC Address of the
CableCARD module. The CableCARD ID appears on the screen when
the subscriber inserts the card into the TV. The CableCARD MAC
Address is used to provide conditional access and copy protection
authorization.
Note: The terms CableCARD ID and POD ID are used
interchangeably.
interchangeably.
System operators, headend personnel, and lab technicians may
occasionally have a need to convert the CableCARD POD ID to the
CableCARD MAC Address and vice-versa. The podConvert utility
accomplishes these tasks.
occasionally have a need to convert the CableCARD POD ID to the
CableCARD MAC Address and vice-versa. The podConvert utility
accomplishes these tasks.
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Chapter
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Convert POD IDs and MAC
Addresses with the
Addresses with the
podConvert Utility
In This Chapter
Before You Begin ................................................................................. 194
Convert POD IDs to MAC Addresses ............................................. 196