I want to figure it out on my own and connect satellite TV in a country house, do I need an antenna or a CAM module or another set-top box? And what is a CAM model?
To begin with, it is worth understanding what the CAM module is and how much it is necessary for broadcasting? The conditional available module or CAM module is a special attachment that allows you to decode and decrypt incoming satellite signals (in this case, STV channels). This module is an analogue of a standard TV set-top box, the CAM device is mounted directly into the TV set, so there will be no need to look for additional space. In order to effectively install the CAM model instead of a conventional TV set-top box, the equipment must have a CI + slot, it is also necessary to check whether the DVB-S2 format and the HEVC type encoding are supported. In the technical documentation for the TV, you can check these parameters or googling on the net. If the TV model is new enough and supports the ability to install a CAM module, of course it is better to choose it and modern satellite TV. The model itself significantly saves space, due to the internal installation. Interestingly, when installing the CAM module, the purchase and installation of a satellite TV antenna is also required.