“This simple method of spectral-spreading allows the receiver descrambler to lock after receiving only two octets from the link layer.”

“So my parents capitulated around 1988 and got one of those jail broken dishes with a descrambler that would only last for a few years before the industry figured out a way around such blatant piracy.”

“When the channel lineup is growing, they can simply add a new module and they can use any combination of descrambler or decoder modules to address all use cases.”

“The descramblers are devices that can decode dozens of digital channels transmitted to subscribers' houses.”

“Anyone is free to purchase descramblers, converters or cable equipment, provided they let the cable TV company know that they are using their signal.”

“The company says the unit allows manufacturers to move product in specified batches to descramblers, boxes, or silos.”