Alpha Transponder-DSM Install Manual

Installation and Operation ManualModel XP-DSM

Effective: May, 2006

Alpha Technologies

AlphaNet™ DSM SeriesDOCSIS® Status Monitor

PowerAlpha Technologies ®

AlphaNet DSM SeriesDOCSIS Status Monitor

Installation and Operation Manual

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Effective Date: May, 2006Copyright© 2006

Alpha Technologies, Inc.

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Review the written and illustrative information contained in this manual before proceeding. If there are questions regarding the safe installation or operation of this product, please contact Alpha Technologies or your nearest Alpha representative.

Photographs and drawings contained in this manual are only for illustrative purposes. These photographs and drawings my not exactly match your installation.

Alpha denies responsibility for any damage or injury involving its enclosures, power supplies, generators, batteries or other hardware, manufactured by Alpha or members of the Alpha Group, when used for an unintended purpose, installed or operated in an unapproved manner, or improperly maintained.

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Table of ContentsSafety Notes .......................................................................................................................... 6

1.0 Introduction ................................................................................................................. 7

2.0 Installation................................................................................................................... 82.1 Provisioning the XP-DSM ................................................................................ 8

2.1.1 Network Connectivity ............................................................................ 82.1.2 Loading the DOCSIS Confi guration Files.............................................. 92.1.3 Provisioning the SNMP Manager ........................................................ 10

2.2 Hardware Installation ......................................................................................112.3 Connecting the RF Drop ................................................................................ 14

3.0 Operation .................................................................................................................. 153.1 Initial Startup .................................................................................................. 153.2 LEDs and System Status ............................................................................... 153.3 Verifying Communications via the Headend .................................................. 173.4 Verifying Communications Locally ................................................................. 17

4.0 Using the Local Port ................................................................................................. 18

5.0 Specifi cations............................................................................................................ 23

Appendix A Using the HMS MIB ....................................................................................... 24

Appendix B Using the Alpha MIB ...................................................................................... 27

Appendix C Operating the XP-DSM in Dual IP Mode ........................................................ 33

Appendix D Acronym Defi nitions ....................................................................................... 36

For product updates, or to download an electronic copy of this manual, go to: www.alpha.com.

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List of Figures and TablesFig. 1-1, AlphaNet XP-DSM ................................................................................................... 7

Fig. 2-1, Sample DOCSIS Confi guration File ........................................................................ 9

Fig. 2-2, Connecting the RF Drop........................................................................................ 14

Fig. 2-3, System Interconnection Diagram .......................................................................... 14

Fig. 3-1, LED Indications ..................................................................................................... 16

Fig. 3-2, Locating the IP Address Using the Text Menu ....................................................... 17

Fig. 4-1, Analog Menu ......................................................................................................... 19

Fig. 4-2, Counters Menu ...................................................................................................... 20

Fig. 4-3, Discrete Menu ....................................................................................................... 21

Fig. 4-4, Text Menu ............................................................................................................. 22

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Safety NotesReview the drawings and illustrations contained in this manual before proceeding. If there are any questions regarding the safe installation or operation of the system, contact Alpha Technologies or the nearest Alpha representative. Save this document for future reference.To reduce the risk of injury or death and to ensure the continued safe operation of this product, the following symbols have been placed throughout this manual. Where these symbols appear, use extra care and attention.

The use of ATTENTION indicates specifi c regulatory/code requirements that may affect the placement of equipment and /or installation procedures.

ATTENTION:

A NOTE provide additional information to help complete a specifi c task or procedure. NOTE:

The use of CAUTION indicates safety information intended to PREVENT DAMAGE to material or equipment.

CAUTION!

WARNING presents safety information to PREVENT INJURY OR DEATH to the technician or user.

WARNING!

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1.0 IntroductionThe AlphaNet DSM Series Embedded DOCSIS Transponder (XP-DSM) allows monitoring of the Alpha XM2 power suppy via a network connection. Advanced features and networking services provide for quick reporting and access to critical powering information, keeping broadband networks running reliably.The XP-DSM supports the standard networking protocols required for effective power network management. The XP-DSM provides effi cient network status monitoring and diagnostics using Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) and standard MIBs. A Web interface enables authorized personnel direct access to powerful, advanced diagnostics using a common Web browser. No custom software is required.The AlphaNet XP-DSM connects to a network through an environmentally hardened DOCSIS cable modem.

Primary Features:• Network enables the Alpha XM2 Broadband UPS power supply• 10/100 Mbps auto-negotiating standard interface• Supports SNMPv1, v2c, v3• Native ANSI/SCTE 38-4 power supply and ANSI/SCTE 38-6 generator MIBs• Extensive power supply diagnostic MIBs• Embedded Web server for direct diagnostics• Directly monitors two strings of 36V or 48V batteries• Environmentally hardened DOCSIS cable modem supports both single-IP and dual-IP

applications• Single XP-DSM installed in an XM2 supports communications and system control for up to two

XM2 power supplies and an AlphaGen™ backup generator system• Discrete input for enclosure door switch monitoring• Local port provides technician local access extensive power supply diagnostics

Fig. 1-1, AlphaNet XP-DSM

A

B

CDE

F

GH

Item DescriptionA Reset ButtonB Status LEDsC RF Connection D Cable Modem Status LEDsE Tamper Switch ConnectionF AlphaBus Communication PortG Battery String ConnectionH Local Port Connection

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2.0 InstallationXP-DSM installation is comprised of network confi guration (provisioning) and fi eld installation of the hardware. These steps can be performed independently of one another, but confi guring the network prior to installing the unit in the fi eld is generally recommended.The default confi guration for the XP-DSM is single IP mode. For variables concerning dual IP operation, see Appendix C. Single IP confi guration allows power supply data access through the cable modem interface. This allows conservation of IP addresses, and ensures power supply monitoring is performed on a secure management network.

Provisioning Steps:1. Ensuring Network Connectivity2. Loading the DOCSIS Confi guration Files3. Provisioning the SNMP Manager

Field Installation Steps:1. Installing the XP-DSM2. Connnecting to the Network3. Verifying Operation

2.1.1 Network Connectivity

The XP-DSM must be recognized by the CMTS as a valid device. The XP-DSM must be assigned an IP address from the DHCP server, locate the TFTP and TOD servers, and communicate with the SNMP management server (trap receiver).

CMTS and system vendors use different security methods to insure network integrity, but some common issues are:

• A “subscriber account” (where the subscriber is the XP-DSM) may be required for each XP-DSM

• The XP-DSM RF MAC address may have to be pre-loaded into the CMTS.

• MAC fi ltering may have to be modifi ed to allow RF MAC registration of addresses starting with 00.05:CA and 00:03:08

• For SNMP access, UDP ports 161 & 162 must not be blocked.

• Firewalls must allow communication between the CM and the TFTP, DHCP, SNMP, and TOD servers

• If the address of the TFTP or TOD server is different than the DHCP server, the response from the DHCP server must contain the TFTP and TOD addresses

• For Web access, allow traffi c on port 61520

NOTE:The installation technician must record and report the RF MAC address, located on the front of the XP-DSM, to the network operation center for transponder provisioning.

2.1 Provisioning the XP-DSMProvisioning the XP-DSM entails preparing the network to recognize and communicate with the XP-DSM, and physically installing the components that connect the XP-DSM to the CMTS (cable modem termination system).

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2.1 Provisioning the XP-DSM, continued

2.1.2 Loading the DOCSIS Confi guration Files

Load the DOCSIS confi guration fi les. In addition to standard entries, the DOCSIS confi guration fi le must include community string information for network security, and fi rmware upgrade parameters. Separate DOCSIS confi guration fi les are required for the two cable modem versions used with the XP-DSM. The cable modem version is indicated by the RF MAC address of the unit.

NOTE:The XP-DSM utilizes two cable modem versions that function identically.

Sets Read-Write Community string. Set the IP addresses and community strings to fi t your system.

Sets Read-Only Community string. Set the IP addresses and community strings to fi t your system.

Sets fi rmware download parameters.

Sets Code Verifi cation Certifi cate (CVC)

SNMP MIB Object (11) [Len=21]:docsDevNmAccessStatus.1/4SNMP MIB Object (11) [Len=21]:docsDevNmAccesslp.1/###.###.#.#SNMP MIB Object (11) [Len=21]:docsDevNmAccesslpMask.1/###.###.###.#SNMP MIB Object (11) [Len=25]:docsDevNmAccessCommunity.1/"XXXXXXXX"SNMP MIB Object (11) [Len=21]:docsDevNmAccessControl.1/3

SNMP MIB Object (11) [Len=21]:docsDevNmAccessStatus.2/4SNMP MIB Object (11) [Len=21]:docsDevNmAccesslp.2/###.###.#.#SNMP MIB Object (11) [Len=21]:docsDevNmAccesslpMask.2/###.###.###.#SNMP MIB Object (11) [Len=25]:docsDevNmAccessCommunity.2/"XXXXXXXX"SNMP MIB Object (11) [Len=21]:docsDevNmAccessControl.2/2

Software Upgrade Filename(9) [Len=24]:"ModemFirmwareFile.binSNMP MIB Object (11) [Len=20]:docsDevSwAdminStatus.0/2Software Upgrade TFTP Server (21) [Len=4]:###.###.#.##

Manufacturer Code Verification Certificate (32) [Len=254]: 30 82 03 1A 30 82...Manufacturer Code Verification Certificate (32) [Len=254]: 04 0A 13 11 41 4D...Manufacturer Code Verification Certificate (32) [Len=254]: 04 0C 30 0A 06 01...Manufacturer Code Verification Certificate (32) [Len=36]: 11 A3 41 A6 A7 D9....

Fig. 2-1, Sample DOCSIS Confi guration File

NOTE:Community strings should be set in a manner consistent with cable modem management procedures. Fig. 2-1 above should only be used as a general example.

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2.1 Provisioning the XP-DSM, continued

2.1.3 Provisioning the SNMP Manager

The following MIB (Management Information Base) fi les are required for the SNMP Manager to collect data from the transponders. These fi les can be found on the Society of Cable Telecommunications (SCTE) Web site www.scte.org. Contact Alpha Technical Support for the ATI-Tables-MGMT-MIB (Ph. 1-800-863-9964). There are dependencies between MIB fi les, so they should be compiled in the following orde:

ANSI/SCTE 36 2002 (formerly HMS 028), SCTE-ROOT Management Information Base (MIB) Defi nitions

ANSI/SCTE 37 2003 (formerly HMS 072), Hybrid Fiber/Coax Outside Plant Status Monitoring SCTE-HMS-ROOTS Management Information Base (MIB) Defi nition

ANSI/SCTE 38-1 2002 (formerly HMS 026), Hybrid Fiber/Coax Outside Plant Status Monitoring SCTE-HMS-PROPERTY-MIB Management Information Base (MIB) Defi nition

ANSI/SCTE 32-2 2005 Hybrid Fiber/Coax Outside Plant Status Monitoring SCTE-HMS-ALARMS-MIB Management Information Base (MIB) Defi nition

ANSI/SCTE 38-3 2002 (formerly HMS 024), Hybrid Fiber/Coax Outside Plant Status Monitoring SCTE-HMS-COMMON-MIB Management Information Base (MIB) Defi nition

ANSI/SCTE 38-4 2002 (formerly HMS 027), Hybrid Fiber/Coax Outside Plant Status Monitoring SCTE-HMS-PS-MIB Management Information Base (MIB) Defi nition

ANSI/SCTE 38-6 2003 (formerly HMS 033) Hybrid Fiber/Coax Outside Plant Status Monitoring - SCTE-HMS-GEN-MIB Management Information Base (MIB) Defi nition

ATI-TABLES-MGMT-MIB (Alpha P/N 981-005-01)

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2.2 Hardware InstallationBefore removing the Inverter Module (IM), verify the power supply device address is correct.The power supply device address must not be set to zero, and no two power supplies monitored by a single XP-DSM may have the same address. Power supplies must have 1, 2, or 3 as an address.

1. Press the Enter key on the inverter module twice to access the SETUP Menu.

2. Press the Down key until DEVICE ADDRESS is displayed.

3. If the address is correct (in the range of 1 to 3), skip to Step 8.

4. To change the address, press the Enter key to enter the Edit mode.

5. Press the Up or Down key until the desired address (1, 2, or 3) is displayed. Remember that each power supply on a single transponder must have a unique address.

6. Press the Enter key to load the new address.

7. Press the Enter key again to accept the new data.

8. Press ESC three times to return to the OPERATION NORMAL screen.

Step 2:Verify Device Address

NOTE:Verify the power supply address is not set to zero. Failure to do so may prevent successful installation.

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Hardware Installation Procedure:

1. Switch OFF the XM2 battery breaker.

2. Unplug all inverter module connections (i.e. battery cable, remote temperature sensor (RTS), etc).

3. Loosen the inverter module thumbscrews and slide the inverter module out, just enough to disconnect the ribbon cable.

4. Slide the inverter module out of the power supply.

Disconnect

5. If the inverter module is equipped with a communication module, remove it by loosening the two Phillips captive screws.

Captive Screws (2)

To reduce the risk of electric shock, completely remove the inverter module from the power supply prior to installation. For fi eld installation, use a service power supply to avoid losing power to the load.

WARNING!

The XP-DSM is static sensitive. An ESD wrist strap should be worn when installing the transponder.

CAUTION!


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2.2 Hardware Installation, XM2 Models, continued

6. Locate the 18-pin jumper and insert the long side of the jumper fi rmly into the side of the inverter module.

7. Unpack the XP-DSM. Locate the RF MAC address from the front of the unit, and report it to the network manager for network provisioning. If setting the unit to dual IP mode see Appendix C.

9. Secure the XP-DSM to the inverter module by tightening the two captive screws.

10. Reinstall the inverter module and reconnect the ribbon cable. Make front panel connections (tamper, RTS, battery sense, etc.).

8. Line up the 18-pin jumper with the XP-DSM connector and connect the unit to the inverter module.

RF MAC Address

Insert Long Side Into Inverter Module

Inverter Module

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2.3 Connecting the RF DropConnect the RF drop according to the diagram below. The RF drop must have a properly installed ground block in the power supply enclosure. Recommended downstream RF level is 0 dBmV. Connect any other front panel connections at this time (i.e. battery strings, tamper switch).

Alpha requires installing a grounded surge suppressor (Alpha P/N 162-028-10 or equivalent).

CAUTION!

RF Cable to Headend

Grounded Surge Protector(See Caution Below)

Batterynput

TempProbe

BatteryBreaker

STAT

ALMRDYCOMLNK

DSREG

RF

DCTMPR

O

O

XP-DSM

Fig. 2-2, Connecting the RF Drop

Fig. 2-3, System Interconnection Diagram

STAT

ALMRDYCOMLNK

DSREG

RF

DCTMPR

"Master"XM2

COM

SYS

COM

SYS

XM XM2

36V 24V 12V

3A 2A 1A

36V 24V 12V

3B 2B 1B

36/48VBattery Pack

36/48VBattery Pack

BatterySense

BatterySense

COM

RF CableNetwork

48V

4B

48V

4A

Generator (ECM)

Dashed lines indicatewiring for 48V strings

Alp

haB

us

Battery Wire Sense Harness

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3.0 Operation3.1 Initial Startup

1. Plug the power supply into the AC outlet and turn on the battery breaker.

2. The XP-DSM LEDs blink three times and the RDY light begins blinking on and off.

3. Verify no alarms are active.

4. Verify LNK LED is blinking (not on solid).

5. Verify the DS and REG LEDs are on solid (this verifi es successful network registration).

3.2 LEDs and System StatusThe XP-DSM has six LEDs that indicate system status. During system startup, the LEDs blink momentarily. The Status LEDs indicate alarms, status of the XP-DSM, and communications and activity with the network. A description of each LED follows.

ALM – HMS Major and Minor AlarmThe ALM LED is the only red LED. It provides a visual alert for power supply discrete major and minor alarms, as defi ned in the discrete property tables of the SCTE HMS MIB. Refer to the Appendix A for information on confi guring the XP-DSM for active monitoring and alarming. If an event triggers an HMS alarm, the ALM LED blinks according to the alarm type until the alarm has been resolved. If there are multiple active alarms, including one or more major alarms with one or more minor alarms, the major alarm will take precedent in terms of the LED indication.

RDY – Micro-controller Status and Write to Non-volatile MemoryDuring the initialization process, shortly after the initial three solid power-up blinks, a burst will be noticed on this LED as the processor increments a boot counter that keeps track of how many times the controller has been reset. During normal operation, the RDY LED blinks steadily, indicating a heartbeat pulse from the processor.

NOTE:A solid Registration LED indicates registration with the CMTS. Use this indicator to confi rm the communication with the headend.

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3.2 LEDs and System Status, continued

COM – Alpha Bus, or Local port ReceiveThe COM LED indicates any RS-232 and RS-485 traffi c being received by the XP-DSM through the Com port or Local port. When using the Local port, the light blinks for every character typed, as the transistor-to-transistor logic (TTL) accepts each character. This LED will also blink with one to three blinks approximately every 10 seconds, which indicates communication exists between the XP-DSM card and other connected devices, such as a generator or additional XM2.

LNK – Network Communication StatusFor single IP applications the LNK LED blinks. For dual IP applications, the LNK LED is on solid, and indicates network health. See Appendix C for details.

DS – Downstream Communication This LED indicates the state of the CM’s attempt to gain a downstream signal. The process may take several seconds, depending on how long it takes the CM to locate carrier signal and lock into a channel. The LED is on solid when the downstream channel is locked.

REG – CM RegistrationOnce a downstream channel is negotiated between the CM and CMTS, the modem attempts to register with the DHCP server and obtain the confi guration fi le. This LED fl ashes while the process takes place. Once the registration is complete, the LED will remain on. This is the best indication that the XP-DSM is connected to the headend.

ReadyAlarm

CommunicationLink

Downstream

Registration

LED Behavior Indication

ALMOFF No alarms reported Blinking ON more than OFF Major Alarm presentBlinking OFF more than ON Minor Alarm present

RDY

Steady Blinking Normal OperationQuick Burst Write to non-volitile memorySteady ON Processor hung. Reset or

replace.OFF Processor not operating.

Replace card

COM Blinking Receiving Data via the Alpha Bus or Com Port

LNK Not used with default application. See Appendix C

REGBlinking Attempting to register ON Registration verifi ed

DS

Model H OFFAquiring downstream signal

Model A Blinking

ON Downstream communication established

Fig. 3-1, LED Indications

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3.3 Verifying Communications via the HeadendAfter the XP-DSM is installed and provisioned, verify communications via the headend. You may obtain transponder IP information from the technician in the fi eld (using the Local port) or through your CMTS.Verify communications through the SNMP manager or by typing the IP address into a Web browser. The XP-DSM may also be pinged.

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4.0 Using the Local PortThe Local port allows the technician to communicate with the transponder and power supply directly through a PC’s RS-232C serial port.1. Connect the optional Local port to RS-232C Adaptor Cable (Alpha P/N 745-826-21) between the

XP-ESM Local port and the computer’s serial port. Launch the computer’s Terminal Emulation Software (HyperTerminal is recommended).

2. Communication settings are: • 19,200 baud

• 8 data bits• 1 stop bit• No parity bit• No fl ow control

3. Press ENTER to initiate communications. This brings up the main menu.4. At the prompt type “text” and press Enter. This brings up the Text menu.5. Verify communications locally by verifying the IP address. The IP address is located in the IP

ADDR IN USE fi eld.6. Select a menu item by typing the fi rst three letters at the command prompt and pressing Enter.

For example, type in “ana” to select the Analog menu.

NOTE:The following tables are examples. Displayed parameters will vary based upon system confi guration.

CAUTION!

System (sys) parameters are confi gured for optimal performance and should not be modifi ed unless specifi ed in this instruction. Contact Alpha technical support for further assistance.

32 [ro] CM/RF ENET : 00.05.CA.29.4D.4933 [ro] CM IP : 192.168.1.23234 [ro] CM SUBNET : 255.255.255.035 [ro] CM GATEWAY : 192.168.1.1

Fig. 3-2, Locating the IP Address Using the Text Menu

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5. Type “ana” to bring up the ANALOG menu. Here you can view monitoring parameters such as battery string voltages and charger settings.

DEV-A IX NAME VALUE ENM/UNIT SET-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BSS-1 00 BATT 1A 14.00 VDC NOBSS-1 01 BATT 2A 14.10 VDC NOBSS-1 02 BATT 3A 13.90 VDC NOBSS-1 03 BATT 4A 0.00 VDC NOBSS-1 04 BATT 1B OR 5A 0.00 VDC NOBSS-1 05 BATT 2B OR 6A 0.00 VDC NOBSS-1 06 BATT 3B OR 7A 0.00 VDC NOBSS-1 07 BATT 4B OR 8A 0.00 VDC NOBSS-1 08 TOTAL BAT VOLTS 42.00 VDC NO-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------XM2-2 00 INPUT VOLTAGE 117.60 Vac NOXM2-2 01 INPUT FREQ 59.90 Hz NOXM2-2 02 OUTPUT VOLTAGE 89.00 Vac NOXM2-2 03 OUTPUT 1 CURR 0.00 A NOXM2-2 04 OUTPUT 2 CURR 0.00 A NOXM2-2 05 PERCENT LOAD 0.00 % NOXM2-2 06 OUTPUT VA 0.00 VA NOXM2-2 07 OUTPUT WATTS 0.00 W NOXM2-2 08 BATT VOLTAGE 41.80 Vdc NOXM2-2 09 CHARGER CURR 1.50 A NOXM2-2 10 BATTERY TEMP 32.00 oC NOXM2-2 11 FREQ RANGE 3.00 Hz YESXM2-2 12 FLOAT V/C 2.25 YESXM2-2 13 ACCEPT V/C 2.35 YESXM2-2 14 TEMP COMP 3.00 mV YESXM2-2 15 PEAK CURR 1 5.00 A YESXM2-2 16 PEAK CURR 2 15.00 A YESXM2-2 17 CHGR CURR LIMIT 25.50 A NO-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SYS-1 00 RESERVED 0.00 NO-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Device TypeParameter Index

Description

Programmable Value

Programmable Values (shown as enumeration)

Modifi able

Fig. 4-1, Analog Menu

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6. The Counters menu provides information system activity. To access the Counters menu, type “cou” and press Enter. This menu allows you to view parameters such as test interval and retry limits.

>cou

COUNTERSDEV-A IX NAME VALUE ENM/UNIT SET------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BSS-1 00 NUMBER OF BATTS 3 YESBSS-1 01 NUMBER OF STRNGS 2 YES------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------XM2-1 00 TEST INTERVAL 30 DAY YESXM2-1 01 TEST COUNTDOWN 20 DAY YESXM2-1 02 TEST DURATION 10 MIN YESXM2-1 03 STANDBY TIME 40 MIN YESXM2-1 04 STANDBY EVENTS 101 YESXM2-1 05 RETRY DELAY 60 SEC YESXM2-1 06 RETRY LIMIT 20 YESXM2-1 07 OVER CURR TOL 3 SEC YESXM2-1 08 BATT CAPACITY 100 AH YESXM2-1 09 RESERVED 0 BMP NO XM2-1 10 DEVICE ADDRESS 1 YESXM2-1 11 TOTAL RUN TIME 1064 DAY NO ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SYS-1 00 PING CYCLE TIME 10 SEC YESSYS-1 01 POLL CYCLE TIME 10 MIN YESSYS-1 02 ENGINE BOOTS HI 0 YESSYS-1 03 ENGINE BOOTS LO 111 YESSYS-1 04 ICMP PING REQ 0 YESSYS-1 05 ICMP PING RESP 0 YES------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ECM-1 00 SERVICE INTERVAL 100 HR YESECM-1 01 SERVICE DUE 99 HR YESECM-1 02 ENGINE RUN TIME 4406 dHR YESECM-1 03 AUTOTEST INTRVAL 10 DAY YESECM-1 04 TEST COUNTDOWN 228 HR YESECM-1 05 TEST DURATION 10 MIN YESECM-1 06 START DELAY 600 SEC YESECM-1 07 COOL-DOWN PERIOD 720 SEC YESECM-1 08 ERROR CODE 0 YESECM-1 09 OVER_VOLT DURATN 15 SEC YESECM-1 10 RESERVED 2 0 YESECM-1 11 RESERVED 3 0 YESECM-1 12 RESERVED 4 0 YESECM-1 13 RESERVED 5 0 YESECM-1 14 RESERVED 6 0 YES------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Fig. 4-2, Counters Menu

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Fig. 4-3, Discrete Menu

DEV-A IX NAME VALUE ENM/UNIT SET-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BSS-1 00 GENERAL STATUS 0 OK NO-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SYS-1 00 SYS GENERAL STAT 0 OK NOSYS-1 01 TAMPER ALARM 0 OK NOSYS-1 02 TAMPER ALM ENABL 1 ENABLED YESSYS-1 03 TAMPER ALM WHEN 0 CLOSED YESSYS-1 04 MANAGEMENT MSG TARGET 0 CPE NOSYS-1 05 BLOCK CM 0 NO YESSYS-1 06 BLOCK CPE 1 ENABLED YESSYS-1 07 CM SNMP SECURITY 0 ENABLED YESSYS-1 08 SNMPv1 0 DISABLED YESSYS-1 09 SNMPv2 0 DISABLED YESSYS-1 11 SNMPv3 Localize 0 DISABLED YESSYS-1 12 SNMPv3 PW Digest 0 DONE YESSYS-1 13 HTTP SERVER 1 ENABLED YESSYS-1 14 HTTP TEXT 0 DISABLED YESSYS-1 15 PING REQUEST 0 YESSYS-1 16 GET NEW IMAGE 0 YESSYS-1 17 COM BUS DATA SIZE 0 9 BIT YESSYS-1 18 DEVICE RESET 0 RUNNING YES--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Device TypeParameter Index

Description

Programmable Value

Programmable Values shown as enumeration

Modifi able

Allows XP-DSM to run in single IP mode by blocking IP access to the CPE

Tamper ALM When:(Set per user requirements)

Enables Web site access to the XP-DSMEnables the text fi eld in the Web site access

Resets the XP-DSM


7. To change a default settings, type in the device type, device address, and desired value at the command prompt. Press Enter to update values.

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>text------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

20 [rw] SNMP TRAP TARGET : 0.0.0.021 [rw] SNMP TRAP TARGET : 0.0.0.022 [rw] SNMP TRAP TARGET : 0.0.0.023 [rw] SNMP TRAP TARGET : 0.0.0.024 [rw] SNMP ACCESS LIST : 0.0.0.025 [rw] SNMP ACCESS LIST : 0.0.0.026 [rw] SNMP ACCESS LIST : 0.0.0.027 [rw] SNMP ACCESS LIST : 0.0.0.028 [ro] sysDescr : ATI P01V1.05.029 [rw] sysName :30 [rw] sysContact :31 [rw] sysLocation :32 [ro] CM/RF ENET : 00.05.CA.29.4D.4933 [ro] CM IP : 192.168.1.3134 [ro] CM SUBNET : 255.255.255.035 [ro] CM GATEWAY : 192.168.1.136 [ro] CM TOD : 192.43.244.1837 [ro] CM TFTP : 192.168.1.5138 [rw] SNMP GET : AlphaGet39 [rw] SNMP SET : AlphaSet40 [rw] SNMPv3 PWD : AlphaTechInc

----------------------------------------------------------------------------->


8. When fi nished programming the system discretes, type “text” and press Enter to access the text menu. Here you can change community strings, enter the trap target addresses, and change other variables such as system name and location.

Indicates up to four locations that traps are sent

RF MAC Address

IP Address assigned by the CMTS

Fig. 4-4, Text Menu (truncated)

Not Used

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5.0 Specifi cations

XP-DSM DOCSIS Status Monitor Specifi cationsInterfacePower Supplies Supported XM2, XM2VPRF Connection F-connector, female, 75 ohm LED Indicators Alarm, Ready, Comm, Link, DS, REGXM2 Data and Power Interface 18-pin DIL header, proprietaryTamper 2 pin headerBattery Input A/B 8 pin, female connector, string A and B, 36V or 48V voltage monitoring. Confi gurable to monitor up

to 6 x 6V batteriesMulti-Device Communications RJ-12 offset, RS-485 multidrop,Communication for two XM2’s and an AlphaGenLocal Port RJ-12, RS-232, 19.2,N,8,1 Requires serial port adaptor for laptop connection. Access to power

supply MIB data and network parametersElectrical/Mechanical/EnvironmentalOperating Temperature -40ºC to +65ºCStorage Temperature -40ºC to +85ºCHumidity 10-90% non-condensingEmissions EN50022 Class A1, FCC Part 15 Class A1, one Installed in XM2 power supplySurge IEEE C62.41-1991, cat B3, 6KVWarranty 2 yearsNetwork CommunicationsNetwork Protocols IP, UDP, TCP, DHCP, TFTPSNMP v1, v2c, v3, supports v3 authentication and privacyEmbedded Web Interface “Read access MIB variables, Read-Write access networking parameters”MIBs “Power Supply (ANSI/SCTE 38-4), Generator (ANSI/SCTE 38-6), Property (ANSI/SCTE 38-1),

Alpha Proprietary Advanced UPS Diagnostics”Power Supply Monitored ParametersMajor Alarm Logical (OR) of: test fail, battery fail, line isolation alarm, output overload, inverter over

temperature, N+1 active, fuse failMinor Alarm Logical (OR) of: temperature probe error, AC line loss, N+1 errorInput Line Voltage 90-270VAC 50/60Hz measured valueOutput Voltage 60/90VAC measured valueOutput Current 1 0-25A measured valueOutput Current 2,3,4 0-25A measured value (if optional power supply ports installed)Output Power Calculated, reported in AC WattsUPS Status AC line, Standby, Test in-process, Test AlarmEnclosure Door open / closedBattery Voltage “6V or 12V batteries, up to 8 batteries, individual battery voltages measured +/- 100mv resolution,

+/- 50mv accuracy”Battery Temperature measured, reported in CelsiusRemote Test Control start / stop XM2 self test cycleGenerator Monitored Parameters

Status Off, Running, AlarmAlarm Logical (OR) of: low oil pressure, engine over temperature, engine over speed, crank limit, over

voltage, low fuel, water intrusion, pad shear, gas hazard, test failGas Hazard Indicates combustible fumes above acceptable levels (LEL)Water Intrusion Generator compartment fl oodedPad Shear Generator has been dislocatedEnclosure Door Open or ClosedIgnition Battery Voltage Measured value for 12V generator battery. Reported to +/- 100mv resolutionEnclosure Temperature Measured temperature inside generator compartmentLow Fuel indicates fuel level insuffi cient to sustain engineRemote Test Control Start/Stop generator self test cycleModem Parameters

Standards “DOCSIS 2.0EuroDOCSIS 2.0”

Tx Frequency Range “5 to 42 MHz DOCSIS, 5 to 65 MHz EuroDOCSIS”Output Power +8 to +58 dBmVChannel Bandwidth “6 MHz DOCSIS, 8 MHz EuroDOCSIS”Receive Center Frequency Range “91 to 857 MHz DOCSIS, 108 to 862 MHz EuroDOCSIS”Input Level -15 to +15 dBmV

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Appendix A Using the HMS MIBTo access the system using the HMS MIB tree, follow the MIB tree down to the “scteHMSTree” folder. Open the folder and navigate to your desired fi eld. Navigate to the scte-hms root of the MIB tree to access HMS power supply data.

The psDeviceTable provides power supply information. The only settable parameter in this table is the power supply self-test (psPowerSupplyTest).

Analog AlarmsActive Alarms

Discrete Alarms

Transponder Reset, device address, software version

Power Suppy InformationBattery String InformationIndividual Battery InformationOutput Current Information

Battery Temperature

Generator Information (if applicable)

HMS MIB Tree

OID 1.3.6.1.4.1.5591

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Appendix A Using the HMS MIB, continued

Setting HMS Alarms

Discrete Alarms

Discrete alarms settings are programmable using three values: enable major, enable minor, and disable. The discrete alarms represent the value of the alarm as defi ned by the network, and are distinct from the power supply alarms. For example, the discrete alarm for a psMajorAlarm (power supply major alarm) may be set as “enable minor” (network alarm setting). In this case a power supply major alarm is reported to the network as a minor alarm. To set system discrete alarms, select edit mode as defi ned by your MIB browser. Select the alarm in the “discreteAlarmEnable” column and change the value to the desired setting.

Changing the HMS Discrete Alarms

NOTE:Multiple entries for a single item refl ect the item’s default state and the item’s alarmed state.

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Appendix A Using the HMS MIB, continued

Setting HMS Alarms Parameters, continued

Analog Alarms Settings

Analog alarms are system alarms that are set using a range of values. To set analog alarms open the property table. The analog alarms are set using a binary to hexidecimal conversion. Each variable in this table corresponds to analog measurements of the power supply. The thresholds are factory set to a default within the transponder, but may be customized. Each entry in the property table has four confi gurable alarm threshold levels:

LOLO Alarm threshold for extreme low conditionLO Alarm threshold for low conditionHI Alarm threshold for high conditionHIHI Alarm threshold for extreme high condition

There is also a “deadband” setting used as a buffer to prevent alarm oscillation when the analog value transitions from an alarm state to a non-alarm state. The value must exceed the alarm threshold by the amount of the deadband value before the alarm will clear. To enable the alarms in this table, the “alarmEnable” bit-mask must be set for each alarm parameter. By setting the bits, the user can defi ne which alarm levels are enabled. A “1” in a bit position indicates the alarm is enabled. The bit mask is converted to hexidecimal within the table.

Bit 0 = LOLO (Major alarm)Bit 1 = LO (Minor alarm)Bit 2 = HI (Minor alarm)Bit 3 = HIHI (Major alarm)Bit 4 = Unused, must be zeroBit 5 = Unused, must be zeroBit 6 = Unused, must be zeroBit 7 = Unused, must be zero

For example, if alarming was desired for HI values only, then bit 2 would be set to “1”, represented by 00000100 binary, or 04 Hex. If all of the alarm levels were enabled, bits 1 through 4 would all be enabled, represented by binary 00001111, or 0F Hex.

Example:Looking at psTemperature below, you can see how the alarms are set. The normal temperature range is set from 30º to 45º. If the temperature rises above 45º, a HI alarm is sent to the alarmTable and is displayed in the currentAlarmState column. Anything over 50º is considered a critical condition and will generate a HIHI alarm. Conversely, if the temperature falls below the normal level of 30º, a LO alarm is generated. If it continues to drop below 0º a LOLO alarm is generated. The temperature must rise above the LOLO limit plus the deadband value, which in this case is 3º before the LOLO alarm changes to a LO alarm. Another thing to consider is the alarmEnable fi eld (see table below), in this example we want to be alerted at all temperature alarm levels, so we set this value to 0x0F hex.

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Appendix B Using the Alpha MIBThe Alpha MIB fi elds can be viewed using SNMPv1 and SNMPv2c. To make changes to writable fi elds in the Alpha MIB, enable SNMPv3 with authentication and privacy. Port 61601 must not be blocked. Verify your authentifi cation protocol is set to HMAC-MD5, and privacy protocol is set to CBC-DES. Update the passwords to the “AlphaTechInc” (default SNMPv3 password).

OID 1.3.6.1.4.1.926.1.2.1.1OID 1.3.6.1.4.1.926.1.2.1.2OID 1.3.6.1.4.1.926.1.2.1.3OID 1.3.6.1.4.1.926.1.2.1.4

OID 1.3.6.1.4.1.926

The Alpha MIB Tree

Sets Trap AddressesSystem Management Settings

NOTE:If the default SNMPv3 password is changed in the text menu, SNMPv3 PW Digest must be set to “1”. This causes the digest algorithm to reprocess the password and update it in SNMPv3. The algorithm runs for about one minute, and then resets the SNMPv3 PW Digest variable to “0”.

NOTE:Trap addresses and some system management settings are modifi able using SNMPv1 and SNMPv2c. Other parameters must be changed using SNMPv3

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Appendix B Using the Alpha MIB, continued

Use the Alpha discretes table (atiCibDiscTable) to convert the unit to dual IP operation, disable the Web interface, and select tamper polarity. Programmable fi elds are indicated by a “readwrite” designation in the far right hand fi eld.

NOTE:The following is an example. Displayed parameters vary based upon system confi guration. Fields are only programmable using SNMPv3.

ati CIB Discrete Table (OID 1.3.6.1.4.926.1.2.1.1)

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The Alpha text table (atiCibTextTable) provides fi elds for viewing network settings, setting trap addresses, renaming community strings, and changing the SNMPv3 password. Programmable fi elds are indicated by “readwrite” in the far right hand column. SNMPv3 or fi xed MIB variables are required to view or make changes to this table.


ati CIB Text Table (OID 1.3.6.1.4.926.1.2.1.4)

DSM models onlyDSM models only

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The Alpha analog table (atiCibAnaTable) provides information on system status. Most fi elds are read only. All SNMP versions allow read access, but SNMPv3 is required to write to the table.

ati CIB Analog Table (OID 1.3.6.1.4.926.1.2.1.2)

The Alpha counter table (atiCibCountTable) provides information on test intervals and duration, device address, and battery strings.

ati CIB Counter Table (OID 1.3.6.1.4.926.1.2.1.3)


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The Alpha MIB Tree, OID: 1.3.6.1.4.1.926.1.2.1

Power supply, Battery, Generator and DSM variable values are accessible through the CIB tables. The values are read only using SNMPv1 or v2c. Read-write variables may be updated with SNMPv3 using privacy and authentication.

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The Alpha MIB Tree, Continued

atiCibTables AtiManagement, OID: 1.3.6.1.4.1.926.1.3

The tables and variable under the atiManagement MIB tree represent variables used for managing the DSM. These values may be updated using SNMPv1, v2c or v3.AtiMgntSnmpTrapTable, OID: 1.3.6.1.4.1.926.1.3.1.1

Up to 5 IP addresses may be placed in this table to specify the destination for DSM SNMP traps.AtiMgntSnmpAccessTable, OID: 1.3.6.1.4.1.926.1.3.1.2

This table may be used to restrict SNMP access to the DSM by only allowing SNMP connections by workstations at these IP addresses.AtiMgntSnmpAccess, OID: 1.3.6.1.4.1.926.1.3.1.3

The 2 MIB points under this MIB branch can be set to enable or diable all SNMP access for SNMPv1 and SNMPv2c respectively.AtiMgntSnmpCommunities, OID: 1.3.6.1.4.1.926.1.3.1.4

These 2 MIB points can be used to set the Dual-IP ‘Set’ and ‘Get’ community strings. These strings may also be managed through the DSM’s Local Port.AtiMgntSys, OID: 1.3.6.1.4.1.926.1.3.2

The tables and variables under AtiMgntSys are used to set parameters for downloading confi guration fi les, as well as controlling access to the HTTP server and setting the address of the Simple Network Timer Protocol Server.AtiMgntSysDownload, OID: 1.3.6.1.4.1.926.1.3.2.1

These MIBs are used for managing the automated process of downloading confi guration settings to multiple transponders. Contact Alpha Technologies Customer support for more information.AtiMgntSysAccess, OID: 1.3.6.1.4.1.926.1.3.2.2

A value of ‘1’ sets this MIB to control access to the DSMs HTTP server and the related TEXT section of the web display. The TEXT section displays Network-related information.AtiMgntSysServers, OID: 1.3.6.1.4.1.926.1.3.2.3

This MIB sets the IP address of the Simple Network Timer Protocol Server.AlphaTechIncIDs, OID: 1.3.6.1.4.1.926.1.99

The MIBs under this tree are used for the automated fi rmware download process and are not user-confi gurable

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Appendix C Operating the XP-DSM in Dual IP ModeDual IP mode allows the XP-DSM to use the CPE network for power supply monitoring. The XP-DSM uses the internal cable modem to provide the network conduit, treating the XP-DSM as a CPE device, much like a computer connected to a home cable modem.

Differences from Single IP Mode

PROVISIONING and SECURITY

• Uses the CPE MAC address in addition to the of the RF MAC address

• Uses the DSM’s community strings (located in the Text menu)

• Default Read String: AlphaGet• Default Write String: AlphaSet

• SNMPv1 and v2c must be enabled

STATUS LEDS

• DS, REG LED’s confi rm cable modem registration, not necessarily the DSM

• A solid LNK LED indicates DSM has been assigned its own IP address

• Solid LNK, DS, and REG LEDs indicate network registration

Steps to Confi gure the XP-DSM for Dual IP Operation

• Disable the Block CPE function in the Discrete Menu’

• Enable SNMPv1 in the Discrete Menu

• Enable SNMPv2c in the Discrete Menu

• Set community string settings in the text menu

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Appendix C Operating the XP-DSM in Dual IP Mode, continued

Steps to Confi gure the XP-DSM for Dual IP Operation, continued

1. Using the Local port, bring up the Discrete menu. Disable CPE blocking and enable SNMPv1 and SNMPv2c.

Enter the following commands from the Local port interface:> dis sys 1 5 0 (press Enter, this command disables CPE blocking) > dis sys 1 6 1 (press Enter, this command enables SNMPv1)> dis sys 1 7 1 (press Enter, this command enables SNMPv2c)> dis sys 1 15 1 (press Enter, this command resets the XP-DSM)

NOTE:The above item numbers are subject to change. If the local port shows differing item numbers, identify the column from the item description.

DISCRETE TABLESYS-1 00 AUTO CONFIG 0 ENABLED YESSYS-1 01 TAMPER ALARM 0 OK NOSYS-1 02 TAMPER ALM WHEN 0 CLOSED YESSYS-1 03 MGMT MSG TARGET 0 CPE NOSYS-1 04 BLOCK CM 0 NO YESSYS-1 05 BLOCK CPE 0 NO YESSYS-1 06 SNMPv1 1 ENABLED YESSYS-1 07 SNMPv2 1 ENABLED YESSYS-1 08 SNMPv3 Localize 0 DISABLED YESSYS-1 09 SNMPv3 PW Digest 0 DONE YESSYS-1 10 HTTP SERVER 1 ENABLED YESSYS-1 11 HTTP TEXT 1 ENABLED YESSYS-1 12 PING REQUEST 0 YESSYS-1 13 GET NEW IMAGE 0 YESSYS-1 14 COM BUS DAT SIZE 0 9 BIT YESSYS-1 15 DEVICE RESET 0 RUNNING YES

THIS MUST BE DISABLED

THIS MUST BE ENABLED

Item Number Item Description

> dis sys 1 5 0

Item Number

Device Type Programmable Value

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TEXT fi eldDHCP INFO0 [ro] DHCP STATE : LEASED1 [ro] DHCP TIMER : 184222 [ro] DHCP SERV : 192.168.1.983 [ro] DHCP SERV 54 : 192.168.1.51REFER HERE FOR NETWORK ADDRESS INFO3 [ro] ENET ADDR : 00.90.EA.A0.00.8314 [ro] IP ADDR IN USE : 192.168.1.23415 [ro] NETMASK IN USE : 255.255.255.0

16 [ro] GATEWAY IN USE : 192.168.1.1STATIC IP ADDRESS (IF APPLICABLE)17 [rw] IP ADDR STATIC : 0.0.0.018 [rw] NETMASK STATIC : 0.0.0.019 [rw] GATEWAY STATIC : 0.0.0.0ACCESS LIST24 [rw] SNMP ACCESS LIST: 0.0.0.025 [rw] SNMP ACCESS LIST: 0.0.0.026 [rw] SNMP ACCESS LIST: 0.0.0.027 [rw] SNMP ACCESS LIST: 0.0.0.028 [ro] sysDescr : ATI P01V1.05.0COMMUNITY STRINGS38 [rw] SNMP GET : AlphaGet39 [rw] SNMP SET : AlphaSet

Appendix C Operating the XP-DSM in Dual IP Mode, continued

Steps to Confi gure the XP-DSM for Dual IP Operation, continued2. Using the Local port, bring up the Text menu. Change the community string information.

Enter the following commands from the Local port interface:> text 38 “your get community string” (press Enter)> text 39 “your set community string” (press Enter)

Community String Fields

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Appendix D Acronym Defi nitionsANSI: American National Standards InstituteCM: Cable ModemCMTS: Cable Modem Termination SystemCPE: Customer Premise EquipmentDHCP: Dynamic Host Confi guration Protocol DOCSIS: Data Over Cable Service Interface Specifi cationEMS: Element Management SystemHMS: Hybrid Management SublayerIT: Information TechnologyMAC: Media Access ControlMIB: Management Information BaseNMS: Network Management SystemQoS: Quality of ServiceRTS: Remote Temperature SensorSCTE: Society of Cable Telecommunications EngineersSI: Serial InterfaceSNMP: Simple Network Management ProtocolTFTP: Trivial File Transfer Protocol TOD: Time of DayUDP: User Datagram ProtocolVoIP: Voice over Internet Protocol

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