> To me it seems like there are simpler and more cost effective solutions, and from what I've heard from people who've used CableCARDs - probably more reliable

> To me it seems like there are simpler and more cost effective solutions, and from what I've heard from people who've used CableCARDs - probably more reliable solutions. Would be curious if you name any. Until content is available outside of cable networks (i.e. OTT streaming) I'm unaware of anything short of a power hungry Comcast like cable box that one would also have to rent. The FCC PDF also mentions other devices, but doesn't elaborate.