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Old 10-04-08, 07:42 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Can someone please explain to a newcomer why i have what looks like an open slot for a cam and above that a plastic insert which i assume is the size of a viewing card?
Is this "plastic cover" removable and can i insert just a card in there?
If so, is this what they call an embedded cam?
When i first bought the box i thought 2CI meant i could install 2 cams & cards.
Have patched with Darkman/Magic but now looking how to open up more channels via cams/cards.In anticipation,thank you.
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Default Re: TM 1600 2CI Super

You have not got a card slot, you have a blanking plate.

I have the TM1000D, but now I have a card reader, making it a TM1000D+

I removed the blanking plate and purchased a card reader separately. It just plugs into the main board and needs screwing down.

As you have the 2CI, I suspect that the CAM slot you have is a double one, so two CAMs could be slotted in one above the other.

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So what are the advantages /disadvantages of me purchasing either a cam or card reader.Thanks Robbo71
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Default Re: TM 1600 2CI Super

Assuming that the 1600 is currently as well supported as the rest of the 1000 series, there is no real benefit of a CAM. Although the Diablo and TRex accept a Sky card apparently, but don't provide card updates.

THe card slot is necessary for an official subscription like DigitAlb for example
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