Alpha Technologies AlphaNet IDH4 for XM3-HP Series - Technical Manual - Manual (Page 8)

8 746-257-B5-001, Rev. A1 (11/2013)
The AlphaNet IDH4 Series Embedded DOCSIS Transponder allows monitoring of Alpha power supplies through
existing cable network infrastructure. Advanced networking services provide quick reporting and access to
critical powering information. This manual focuses on the IDH4 Series transponders complementing the XM3-HP
CableUPS.
The IDH4 Series utilizes Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) and Management Information Bases
(MIBs) to provide network status monitoring and diagnostics. A Web interface enables authorized personnel
direct access to advanced diagnostics using a common Web browser. No custom software is required. This
manual addresses the three models of the IDH4 Series. The table below compares the differences between the
transponder models when installed in an XM3-HP power supply.
Primary Features:
• 10/100 Mbps auto-negotiating standard Ethernet interface
• Supports SNMPv1, v2c
• Extensive power supply diagnostic MIBs
• Embedded Web server for direct diagnostics
• Environmentally hardened DOCSIS cable modem and transponder
• Local Ethernet port provides technician on-site access to extensive power supply diagnostics*
• Angled RF connector reduces cable bend radius
• Diagnostic LEDs
* Ethernet port also permits the connecting of external CPE devices
Model IDH4X IDH4 IDH4L
Part Number 746-257-20 746-257-21 746-257-22
Capacity 4 power supplies (plus generator) 1 power supply 1 power supply
1 & 2 Battery Strings Yes Yes Yes with SAG option
3 & 4 Battery Strings Yes No Yes with SAG option
Tamper Switch Yes Yes Yes
Environmental Control Yes No Yes
COM Port (AlphaBus) Yes No No
Ethernet Port Yes Yes Yes
1.0 Introduction
Fig. 1-1, AlphaNet IDH4X Fig. 1-2, AlphaNet IDH4 Fig. 1-3, AlphaNet IDH4L
Table 1-1, IDH4 Series Transponder Model Variation