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What is a CableCARD?

It’s a card you plug into your television that allows you to plug your cable line directly into your television set ...  [more]

Can I purchase a CableCARD and, if so, where?

No. CableCARDs can be activated, serviced and leased for a small monthly fee per card from Time Warner Cable.

Can I have more than one CableCARD?

Yes. You can lease as many CableCARDs that you need for your digital cable-ready television sets and devices with ...  [more]

If I have a cable-ready digital TV with a CableCARD and I move, can I take the CableCARD with me?

No. The CableCARD is owned by Time Warner Cable, so when you move and disconnect your cable service, you should return ...  [more]

If I already have a CableCARD in my television set, can I use that CableCARD in the Digital Cable Tuner device?

No. It is not recommended that you move CableCARDs between devices as it will result in loss of services. If you would ...  [more]

How much will I be charged to use a CableCARD?

CableCARDs can be activated, serviced and leased for a small monthly fee each from Time Warner Cable. Please go our ...  [more]

If I have a CableCARD, do I still need my digital set-top box to get Digital Cable?

You may choose to use a CableCARD instead of a digital cable set-top box. However, to enjoy the full range of ...  [more]

Does CableCARD offer Parental Controls?

No. The CableCARD does not have Parental Control functionality. However, many newer cable-ready digital television sets ...  [more]

Will I still get Movies On Demand and Pay-Per-View with a CableCARD?

Interactive programming is not available with Time Warner Cables current (UDCP) CableCARDs.  You must lease a ...  [more]

Will I still get the Music Choice channels with the CableCARD?

Only if you have an Open Cable compatible CableCARD. Interactive programming is not available with Time Warner Cables ...  [more]

Will I still get the interactive guide with the CableCARD?

Only if you have an Open Cable compatible CableCARD. Interactive programming is not available with Time Warner Cables ...  [more]

If I have a cable-ready HDTV set, do I need a CableCARD or special HD set-top box to view HD programming?

A cable-ready HDTV does not require a set-top box to receive HD programming on broadcast channels. When used with a ...  [more]

Will a CableCARD work in my cable-ready television?

No. CableCARDs will only work with cable-ready digital TVs that are manufactured specifically to accept CableCARDs.

Can I install the CableCARD into my TiVo Series 3 HD by myself?

No. To ensure that your installation is performed properly, a technician is required to install and activate your ...  [more]

Why can't I view some channels on my TiVo Series 3 HD using a CableCARD?

Cable service is required to receive cable channels. TiVo does not provide cable service. Your current cable service ...  [more]

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