Top rated CI modules (CAMs) + PayTV
Here's a ranking of the top rated products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've also added some key information about the products.
1. Swiss CI Module Viaccess module
Swiss CI Module, the latest generation, Viaccess certified module optimized for SRF Smartcard V 5.0 & V 6.0, with CW 64 BIT Secure function and Dual Descrambling
Thanks to its own Swiss test laboratory, the optimized Viaccess Module - the Swiss CI Module - works perfectly with the SRF Smartcard (any card version) and all other Viaccess Smartcards, such as Bis TV, many different types of TV sets, and many more. Erotic transmitter, Al Jazeera and much more.
The Swiss CI Module has been tested extensively with Swiss experts in combination with the SRF smartcard and other common viaccess encrypted services. The module works optimally with every SAT receiver, be it a Set Top Box or a TV that has a built-in SAT tuner with a CI / CI+ slot to plug in the Swiss CI Module. The latest TV models of the 4K and 8K screens from well-known TV manufacturers were of course also tested and work. The name Swiss CI Module guarantees this.
Dualdescrambling allows you to decode two programs at the same time. E.g. watching TV on one channel and recording something on a second channel (requires a double tuner on the SAT receiver).
Equipped for the future:
The Swiss CI Module already has the CW 64 Bit Secure function, this is necessary for some via access services to decrypt the channels, or in the near future indispensable to receive your favorite channel.
The Swiss CI Module has the official Viaccess Orca certification and is officially listed by SRG.
2. Swiss CI Module with SRG SSR card
The Sataccess SRG SSR card comes as a bundle with the proven Swiss CI Viaccess module. It works in all satellite receivers with a CI slot. The SRG SSR channels are available via Hotbird 13°.
Once you activate your Sat-Access card, it will be unlocked for a maximum of 30 days. For permanent activation, it must be registered with your residential address in Switzerland.
How to register the Sat Access card: You can register and activate the card independently online in the customer portal.
3. TechniSat Technicrypt VA
CI modules are used in receivers with a Common Interface (CI slot) to decrypt encoded data, such as pay-TV or pay-radio. The Common Interface technology allows for the use of various CI modules, thereby enabling easy and individual access to different authorization systems. The authorization to use the decryption method provided by the respective CI module is verified through a smart card. A smart card is therefore essential for the final decryption of the transmitted data.
4. TechniSat Technicrypt with SRG SSR card
The Sataccess SRG SSR card with the Technisat Technicrypt module VA as a bundle. It works in all satellite receivers with a CI slot. The SRG SSR channels are available via Hotbird 13°.
Once you activate your Sat-Access card, it will be unlocked for a maximum of 30 days. For permanent activation, it must be registered with your residential address in Switzerland.
How to register the Sat Access card: You can register and activate the card independently online in the customer portal. You can also contact the Sat Access customer center by phone.
Included in the package: 1x SRG SSR Sat Access card, 1x Technisat Technicrypt VA.
5. Kabelio Access module
With the Kabelio module, you gain access to the best channels from cable television - conveniently via satellite and in HD. This includes all SRG channels, Swiss private broadcasters, and many attractive TV programs from neighboring countries such as Austria, Germany, France, and Italy.
Currently, the following channels are activated:
SRF1, SRF2, SRF Info, RTS 1, RTS 2, RSI LA1, RSI LA2, 3+, 4+, 5+, 6+, ORF1, ORF2, RTL, RTL Zwei, VOX, ProSieben, Sat.1, Kabel Eins, TV24, TV25, ZDF, ARD, Puls Acht, SWISS1, blue ZOOM D, S1, TeleZüri, Tele 1, Tele Bärn, Tele Basel, Tele M1, TVO, TV Südostschweiz, BBC One, BBC Two, BBC Four, CBeeBies, ITV, Channel 4, Channel 5, Free Sports, TF1, M6, France 2, France 3, France 4, France 5, Canale 5.
Additionally, you can watch more exciting TV channels in HD via Hotbird, such as arte, BFM TV, CNBC Europe, Deutsche Welle, and many more.
- 3 months of free access to the Kabelio channel variety. After the free access period, the Kabelio channel package can be extended.
- Easy installation and usable without a smart card. No subscription, no contractual obligation.
- Access to SRG channels is included with Kabelio. The Sat-Access card is not required.
- To use Kabelio, satellite reception via Eutelsat Hotbird 13° East and a TV set or satellite receiver with a CI+ slot are required.
The Kabelio access module is intended solely for use in Switzerland.
A valid Swiss residential address is required to activate Kabelio.
To register, simply visit the website, register your module with the serial number found on the front of the blister pack and on the back of the module. After that, you can receive the channels for 3 months.
6. HD+ Smart card, version HD05, 12 months
Do you already have an HD+ module or an HD+ receiver and want to extend your HD+ channel package? Then order an HD+ card now for another 12 months of TV enjoyment in brilliant picture quality. Simply replace it with your old card and continue to enjoy 24 private HD channels, 2 UHD channels, and 40 free-to-air HD channels with stunning images, vibrant colors, and fantastic sound.
7. TechniSat TechniCrypt CX Conax
The Common Interface technology allows for the use of various CI modules, thereby creating the conditions for easy and individual use of different access systems. Receivers with Common Interface are therefore very flexible and, above all, sustainable. The right to use the decryption method intended for the respective CI module is verified on a smart card (authentication). A smart card is therefore essential for the final decryption of the transmitted data.
8. smiT Conax CAM
Suitable for DVB-C reception, for cable network regions which encrypt in Conax, especially regional cable network operators in Switzerland. Also suitable for SAT reception - in Scandinavia Conax is the general coding standard, especially at the orbital position 1 degree west. Furthermore, the Smit Conax modules can be decoded from the pay-TV packages "television for me" and "US Entertain" via the Eurobird 9A satellite at the 9 degrees East position using this module. The authorization to use the decryption method provided (by the respective CI module) is verified by means of a smart card (authentication). A smartcard is therefore essential for the final decryption of the data sent.
9. Tivu CAM Tivusat 4K Ultra HD
Many free national and international channels. Get ahead of the future and watch all programs with ECP protection. TV Sat 4K Ultra HD supports the advanced content protection and security system ECP.
10. Tivu We Cam HD sat + Gold Smartcard CI+
TiVuSat DigiQuest We CAM CI+ module with matching card for receiving Italian channels including HDTV/4K on HotBird 13° East. The reception of the Italian program packages RAI, Mediaset, and LA7 is via the Eutelsat 13° East satellite. You only need a compatible receiver with a CI+ slot or a TV with a CI+ slot.
