R‑CAS
Conditional Access that scales. R‑CAS lets you define packages, enforce entitlements, and protect content across STBs and apps.
Works natively with R‑SMS for Subscriber Management and integrates with your existing headend and DRM when needed.
What you get with R‑CAS
Multi‑operator packaging
Define bouquets, regional blackouts, and promotions with granular entitlements
Anti‑piracy controls
STB/card pairing
API integrations
Native ties to R‑SMS/R‑CRM and flexible REST hooks for 3rd‑party headend and apps.
Operator reports
Licenses, activations, deactivations, entitlement history, audit logs, and exceptions.
OTA upgrades
Secure over‑the‑air upgrades where supported by STB families and firmware policy.
Standards‑aligned
Aligned with pay‑TV security practices; interoperates with DRM
How R‑CAS enforces access
Billing events from R‑SMS drive entitlements
R‑SMS → Entitlements → R‑CAS validation → Devices; exceptions loop back into reports
See R‑CAS with your lineup
We’ll map packaging, entitlements, and ops dashboards for your rollout.
Key Terms ▾
- CAS
- Conditional Access System Conditional Access System (CAS)Controls subscriber access to encrypted TV content.Why it matters: Protects premium content and monetization.
- Entitlements
- Rights to content/packages EntitlementsRules that map subscribers to content rights and packages.Why it matters: Guarantees only paying viewers or regions can access premium streams.
- STB
- Set‑Top Box Set‑Top Box (STB)Customer‑premise receiver that authenticates and enforces access to TV services.Why it matters: Primary enforcement point for CAS policies and device security.
- OTA
- Over‑the‑Air Update Over‑the‑Air (OTA) UpdateRemote firmware or software update delivered over the network to devices.Why it matters: Keeps device fleets secure and current without on‑site visits.
- Headend
- Signal processing facility HeadendCentral facility where channels are received, processed, and packaged for distribution.Why it matters: Single control point for ingest, transcoding, and packaging.
- Bouquet
- Channel package Bouquet (Channel Package)Group of channels bundled together for pricing and offers.Why it matters: Enables flexible packaging, promotions, and regional offers.
- Blackout
- Regional block BlackoutRights‑based or geographic restriction that blocks content delivery to certain audiences.Why it matters: Ensures compliance with licensing and regional regulations.
- Pairing
- STB/card binding STB/Card PairingBinding an access card or identity to a specific device.Why it matters: Reduces credential sharing and piracy by tying rights to hardware.
- DRM
- Digital Rights Management Digital Rights Management (DRM)Content protection for video.Why it matters: Protects OTT monetization.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does R‑CAS support multi-operator setups?
Yes—R‑CAS is built for multi-operator entitlements and flexible packaging.
How do you prevent piracy and credential sharing?
Through STB/card pairing, real‑time entitlement checks and device-level policies.
Can it integrate with 3rd‑party SMS/CRM?
Yes—via APIs; R‑SMS/R‑CRM integrations are native.
What reporting is available?
Licenses, activations, deactivations, entitlement history and audit logs.
Is field upgrade supported?
Yes—secure OTA mechanisms are available depending on STB family.