Does Comcast provide CableCARD?

If you elect to use your customer-owned devices instead of renting a Comcast TV Box or TV Adapter, you must obtain a CableCARD from Comcast.

Can you buy your own TV adapter for Comcast?

Unfortunately, unlike our modems and routers for Internet service, you can’t buy your own adapter and avoid the fee if you want digital TV service on multiple TVs without a set-top box.

What is a CableCARD Xfinity?

Using a CableCARD device instead of a Comcast TV Box means you will only be able to receive one-way digital cable channels and not be able to receive Xfinity On Demand, Pay Per View (PPV), or the interactive programming guide.

Does Comcast require a box for every TV?

No TV Box is required to watch Xfinity Instant TV. You can also watch using the Xfinity Stream app on your compatible smart TV, smartphone, tablet or Roku device. You can even go to the Xfinity Stream portal on your computer.

What does a CableCard do?

What is it? CableCard is an interface for digital TV that lets you plug your cable line directly into your TV set without the need for a set-top box.

Do they still make CableCARDs?

A 2020 FCC decision removed the requirement for cable companies to provide CableCARDs, but they are still required to provide consumer access options via “separable security”.

Are CableCARDs still available?

The FCC Commissioners recently unanimously voted to eliminate the rules that require cable companies to support devices that use CableCard technology for connecting to video services.

Why do I need a CableCARD?

CableCARD is a special-use PC Card device that allows consumers in the United States to view and record digital cable television channels on digital video recorders, personal computers and television sets on equipment such as a set-top box not provided by a cable television company.

Can I use my Comcast CableCard on multiple TVs?

Note: If you use a CableCARD from Comcast, you may be eligible for a customer-owned equipment credit. Whether you use a customer-owned device, a Comcast TV Box or TV Adapter for Xfinity TV on additional TVs you will be charged a Digital Service to Additional TV/TV Adapter Service to Additional TV fee for each additional TV.

How do I set up my CableCARD with Comcast?

Call Comcast’s CableCARD department at 1-877-405-2298 to confirm.) Insert the CableCARD into the CableCARD slot located on your device. Each retail CableCARD device has its own setup process. Please consult your device’s User Manual/Guide or the manufacturer’s website to find the steps to access your device’s CableCARD Pairing or Host ID screen.

Do I need a CableCard to rent a Comcast TV box?

If you elect to use your customer-owned devices instead of renting a Comcast TV Box or TV Adapter, you must obtain a CableCARD from Comcast. Note: If you use a CableCARD from Comcast, you may be eligible for a customer-owned equipment credit.

Does Xfinity support CableCARDs?

Retail devices that support CableCARDs (like TiVo) have their own features, which may include on-screen program guides and DVR service (if supported, DVR service may require a separate subscription) that are supported by the retail device manufacturer. All linear (non-IP) channels that are part of your Xfinity TV service will be available.