Alpha Technologies IDH3 - Manual (Page 7)

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1.0 Introduction to the DOCSIS ® Transponder
The IDH3 Transponder for the XM2 power supply manages network powering through existing cable
modem or high speed data infrastructure. A single transponder can monitor and manage multiple
power supplies, multiple strings of batteries, and one generator. The transponder transmits data
to a management system via the existing DOCSIS network. SNMP (Simple Network Management
Protocol) keeps bandwidth use to a minimum. Status monitoring data is compatible with ANSI/SCTE
HMS (Hybrid Management Sublayer) standards.
With optional VoIP test functionality, the power supply transponder becomes a powerful network
diagnostics tool. Contact Alpha Technologies for more information.
Outstanding Features:
• Uses existing headend DOCSIS CMTS equipment.
• Uses ANSI/SCTE HMS standards.
• Single transponder supports up to six power supplies, two battery strings, and one generator.
Fig. 1-1, IDH3 Transponder with EDSM
DOCSIS HMS Embedded
IDH3 Transponder
EDSM
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