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oscam.conf Default Configuration - Complete Setup Guide

Complete oscam.conf configuration guide featuring optimized system parameters. Discover protocol management, system logging, data caching, and performance enhancement techniques for superior operational reliability.

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System Admin
January 10, 2025

Primary OSCam Configuration File

The oscam.conf file serves as the central configuration document for OSCam operations. It manages system-wide parameters, communication protocols, activity recording, data storage, and performance characteristics. Accurate configuration is essential for maintaining consistent system performance.

File Location and Structure

Primary Location

/etc/tuxbox/config/oscam.conf

Alternative locations: /usr/keys/oscam.conf or /var/keys/oscam.conf

Optimized oscam.conf Configuration (2025)

oscam.conf - Optimized 2025 Configuration
# oscam.conf - Optimized Configuration 2025
# Updated: January 2025
# Compatible with OSCam r11718+

[global]
# Basic Settings
logfile                       = /tmp/oscam.log
clienttimeout                 = 5000
fallbacktimeout               = 3000
clientmaxidle                 = 120
cachedelay                    = 120
bindwait                      = 120
netprio                       = 1
clientdyndns                  = 1

# Logging Configuration
logtostdout                  = 0
disablelog                    = 0
disableuserfile               = 0
usrfile                       = /tmp/oscamuser.log
cwlogdir                      = /tmp/cw

# Performance Settings
maxlogsize                    = 1024
waitforcards                  = 1
preferlocalcards              = 1
saveinithistory               = 1
readerrestartseconds          = 5

# Protocol Settings
ccckeepalive                  = 1
cccreconnect                  = 300
ccchop1                       = 0
ccchop2                       = 0

# Web Interface
httpport                      = 8888
httpuser                      = admin
httppwd                       = your_password_here
httpcss                       = /usr/share/oscam/oscam.css
httpjscript                   = /usr/share/oscam/oscam.js

# Anti-Cascading Protection
ac_enabled                    = 1
ac_users                      = 1
ac_stime                      = 2
ac_samples                    = 10
ac_penalty                    = 1
ac_penalty_duration           = 300

# Load Balancing
lb_mode                       = 1
lb_save                       = 100
lb_nbest_readers              = 2
lb_nfb_readers                = 1
lb_min_ecmcount               = 5
lb_max_ecmcount               = 500
lb_reopen_seconds             = 900

# Cache Settings (Optimized for 2025)
cacheex_enable                = 0
cacheex_maxhop                = 2
cacheex_wait_time             = 50
cacheex_drop_old              = 1

# Monitor Settings
monitor_max_connections       = 5
monitor_delay                 = 1000

# AU (Auto Update) Settings
au_enabled                    = 1
au_auto_timeout               = 3000

[newcamd]
# Newcamd Protocol Configuration
port                          = 10000@0100:000000;10001@0200:000000
key                           = 0102030405060708091011121314

[dvbapi]
# DVBAPI Configuration (basic - detailed in oscam.dvbapi)
enabled                       = 1
auauto                        = 1
pmt_mode                      = 4
request_mode                  = 1
listen_port                   = 0

[cccam]
# CCCam Protocol Configuration
port                          = 12000
nodeid                        = 1234567890123456
version                       = 2.3.2
reshare                       = 0
ignorereshare                 = 1
stealth                       = 1
forward_origin_card           = 0

[webif]
# Web Interface Enhanced Settings
httpport                      = 8888
httpuser                      = admin
httppwd                       = change_this_password
httpcss                       = /usr/share/oscam/oscam.css
httpjscript                   = /usr/share/oscam/oscam.js
httprefresh                   = 30
httphideidleclients           = 1
httpreadonly                  = 0
httpsavefullcfg               = 0
Optimized for 2025

Configuration Section Breakdown

[global] Section - Core Settings

Timeouts & Performance
  • clienttimeout = 5000 - 5 second client timeout
  • fallbacktimeout = 3000 - 3 second fallback
  • cachedelay = 120 - 2 minute cache delay
Network Optimization
  • netprio = 1 - Network priority
  • bindwait = 120 - Bind wait time
  • clientdyndns = 1 - Dynamic DNS support

Security & Anti-Cascading

Anti-Cascading Protection
  • ac_enabled = 1 - Enable protection
  • ac_users = 1 - Per user limits
  • ac_penalty = 1 - Penalty system
Load Balancing
  • lb_mode = 1 - Smart load balancing
  • lb_nbest_readers = 2 - Best readers
  • lb_max_ecmcount = 500 - ECM limits

Performance Optimization

Cache Settings
  • cacheex_enable = 0 - Disabled by default
  • cacheex_maxhop = 2 - Max hops
  • cacheex_wait_time = 50 - Wait time
Protocol Optimization
  • ccckeepalive = 1 - Keep connections alive
  • cccreconnect = 300 - Reconnect interval
  • au_enabled = 1 - Auto update enabled

How to Apply the Configuration

Implementation Steps
  1. 1. Acquire the optimized oscam.conf configuration shown above
  2. 2. Establish FTP connection to your satellite receiver
  3. 3. Access the /etc/tuxbox/config/ system directory
  4. 4. Create backup of any existing oscam.conf file
  5. 5. Transfer the new configuration document
  6. 6. Modify authentication credentials (update default admin access)
  7. 7. Configure file permissions to 644 access level
  8. 8. Execute complete OSCam restart procedure
  9. 9. Open web management interface at http://receiver-ip:8888

Password Security

Essential Security Alert

Default credentials must never be retained! Immediately modify the httppwd parameter following setup completion. Implement a robust, distinctive access code.

httppwd = your_strong_password_here

Common Configuration Issues

❌ "Web management panel inaccessible"

  • • Confirm port 8888 availability (ensure no conflicting services)
  • • Validate network firewall permits port 8888 access
  • • Verify OSCam operational status (ps aux | grep oscam)
  • • Attempt connection using receiver IP: http://192.168.1.100:8888
  • • Examine oscam.log for initialization error messages

⚠️ "Elevated processor utilization"

  • • Minimize activity logging level (disablelog = 1)
  • • Deactivate redundant communication protocols
  • • Establish suitable data storage boundaries
  • • Track performance using top system command
  • • Identify potential uncontrolled background tasks

🔧 "Communication session expirations"

  • • Extend clienttimeout parameter (consider 10000)
  • • Evaluate network pathway to remote servers
  • • Confirm oscam.server connection details
  • • Experiment with alternative DNS service providers
  • • Investigate network security blocking outbound connections

Performance Tuning for 2025

Advanced Optimization Settings

For High-Traffic Setups:
clientmaxidle = 300
maxlogsize = 2048
ccckeepalive = 1
For Low-Power Devices:
disablelog = 1
cacheex_enable = 0
lb_mode = 0

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