Oscam.srvid Generator
This paper explores the methodology for automating the generation of the oscam.srvid configuration file used by the Open Source Conditional Access Module (OSCam). The oscam.srvid file maps Service IDs (SID) to human-readable channel names. Maintaining this file manually is inefficient due to frequent transponder changes, new channel launches, and regional variations. This document proposes a generator tool that parses standard Enigma2 service lists or external databases to produce a valid, de-duplicated, and formatted oscam.srvid file, thereby improving the user interface experience within OSCam web monitoring tools.
Databases such as lyngsat or local SQLite databases maintained by scanning tools.
A file with 10,000+ lines is fine. OSCam loads the srvid file into memory on startup and uses a hash map. Even 50,000 entries will not slow down decryption.
Input (lamedb excerpt):
007c: "ZDF HD"
(Associated CAID extracted from PMT or cache) oscam.srvid generator
Output (oscam.srvid):
1834:007c:ZDFvision|ZDF HD|TV
09C4:007c:SkyDE|ZDF HD|TV
An OSCam SRVID generator is a tool used to create mapping files (oscam.srvid or oscam.srvid2) that translate numeric Service IDs (SIDs) into human-readable channel names and providers within the OSCam web interface and logs. Popular Generators & Resources
Wz.sk OSCam SRVID Generator: A web-based tool that allows you to generate oscam.srvid, oscam.srvid2, or oscam.services files by uploading your personal Enigma2 bouquet or using Lyngsat package data.
e2scripts (GitHub): Python scripts, such as oscam-srvid-generator-flysat.py, can automate the fetching of data from sites like FlySat to keep your lists updated. This paper explores the methodology for automating the
Streamboard SVN: The official OSCam repository provides documentation and example templates for these files. Key Technical Details
File Format: Must be saved in Unix text file format (LF) to ensure compatibility with OSCam.
Syntax (srvid): CAID[,CAID]...:service ID|[provider]|[name]|[type]|[description]. Example: 0001:000a|MyProvider|Channel Name|TV|My Package.
Optimization: To save memory, only include the service IDs you actually use. OSCam only requires these files for the monitor or web interface; they do not impact the actual decryption process. Databases such as lyngsat or local SQLite databases
e2scripts/oscam-srvid-generator-flysat.py at master - GitHub
Here’s a clear, informative text regarding an OSCam.srvid generator:
| Helper | Purpose |
|--------|---------|
| Validator | Checks existing oscam.srvid for syntax errors, duplicates, or unknown formats |
| Diff tool | Compare two srvid versions, show added/removed/changed |
| Log analyzer | Extract missing svcids from OSCam live log (service not found in srvid) |
| Formatter | Auto‑capitalize, clean special chars, remove emojis |
| Batch converter | Convert from old oscam.srvid to new format or vice versa |
To generate a valid file, the generator requires a reliable input source. Two primary methods are identified:
oscam.srvid is a configuration file that allows OSCam to display the actual channel name instead of just a numeric service ID in logs, web interfaces, and client connections. This improves readability and makes monitoring and troubleshooting much easier.
A typical entry in oscam.srvid looks like:
1234 1ABC|Channel Name