I just finished designing a wireless eeg system with the xbee modules, so ive become quite fluent in their programming and have. The design files include the fritzing cad files, the etchable pdf pcb layout files, the gerber files, parts listings, software listings embedded software. Xbee series 2 point to point communication tutorials of. The xbeepro 900hp requires no programming and can be configured easily using digis free xctu software or via a simplified at command set. Xbeepro s2b 63mw wireless communication module wire. Product support rss feed for digi xbee xbee pro zigbee modules s2b formerly zb search our knowledge base for articles related to this product expert support upgrade to handson support from our team learn more. It makes communicating with xbees very easy, and provides a nice interface to modify all of the modules settings.
Xbee is not the same as zigbeeinstead, xbee is a brand of radio communication modules made by digi that can support a number of protocols, including zigbee, 802. With the xbee, users can have their network upandrunning in a matter of minutes without configuration or additional. Xbee wireless communication setup wireless eewiki digikey. For example, if xbee 1 has a my address of 0x1234, and xbee 2 has an equivalent destination address of 0x1234, then xbee 2 can send data to xbee 1. The xbee series 2 oem rf modules interface to a host device through a logiclevel asynchronous serial. When the current inventory is sold out, this product will be replaced by the xbp24cz7wit004 read about the xbee product line changes here. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading xbee ieee 802. The xstick zb version is compatible with digi xbee or digi xbeepro zb devices and utilizes the zigbee pro feature set for robust mesh networks.
Xbee s2c replacement of xbee series 2 tutorials of. This manual describes the operation of the xbeexbeepro zb rf module, which consists of zigbee firmware loaded onto xbee s2 and s2b hardware, models. Pro rf modules specification xbee xbeepro performance indoorurban range up to 100 ft 30 m up to 300 ft. Bootloader software specifics 26 bootloader menu commands for the xbeexbeepro zb rf module. The xbeexbee pro zb modules include a sif programming header that can be used. Xbee pro s2b digimesh firmware digi forum digi international. However, this can apply to the xbee series 3 module as long as you configure the firmware to the legacy 802.
But if xbee 2 has a my address of 0x5201, and xbee 1 has a destination address of 0x5200, then xbee 1 cannot send data to xbee 2. I currently have xbee s2 and i want to program the gpio pins to switch onoff led. Xbeexbeepro zb rf modules user guide digi international. One router connected to the laptop via a uart cable. Originally, this tutorial was written to configure an xbee series 1 to communicate in transparency mode. Being ambitions, i would like to do this wirelessly through xbee. The other coordinator connected to an arduino mega with the sketch below. There is a special breed of digi xbee modules that come with a hcs08 cpu alongside the em357 tranceiver. Arduino wireless programming with xbee series 1 or 2.
I recently purchased the book wireless sensor networks by. Digi provides a bootloader that can take care of programming the processor over the air or through the serial interface. The arduino system offers an easy and opensource method for programming microcontrollers. I saw a lot of tutorial by using external mculike arduino but in my case i want to use the xbee without any external mcu attached. Xbeepro2 xbee pro series 2 oem rf module user manual xbee. Free xctu software testing and configuration software. If you open the datasheet for your wall router you will. A standard general purpose inputoutput gpio is a generic pin on the xbee module whose behavior including whether it is an input or output can be. Tutorial use the hobbyduino xbee plug for wireless arduino programming introduction im pretty sure the majority of my projects will never be considered complete as im always tinkering with the. Wireless connectivity using the zigbee protocol xbeepro zb s2b embedded rf modules provide costeffective wireless connectivity to devices in zigbee mesh networks. Tutorial use the hobbyduino xbee plug for wireless. This instructable will guide you through the process of wirelessly programming your arduino using two xbees.
Xbs2c xbee zb module user manual xbee s2c users manual digi. If this is series s2b, then according to the data sheet the transmit power should read 205ma. Programming xbee modules 179 serial firmware updates 180 invoke xbee. An introduction to spi on xbee 2012 digi page 2 of 9 introduction purpose and scope the purpose of this document is to specify how spi is implemented on the xbee product line. Easily configure and manage simple projects and sophisticated solutions. Series 2b modules allow you to create complex mesh networks based on the xbee zb zigbee. Digi xbee software digi xctu is a free and simple gui platform to configure digi xbee modules. Programming the rf module 26 programming examples 26 remote configuration commands 27 sending a remote command 27. If a board needs code or communicates somehow, youre going to need to know how to program or interface with it. A standard general purpose inputoutput gpio is a generic pin on the xbee module whose behavior including whether it is an input or output can be controlled through an xbee application a standard gpio can be used for the following purposes reading from switches. Series 2 module improves upon the power output and data protocol of the pro series2. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Zigbee is often used in home automation products, though it is not the only option.
Normally this means using a serial cable or usb cable attached. The software can be downloaded from digis website found here. In this video, we have demonstrated how to setup and configure xbee module into. Using xbee module, recovering your xbee, xbee series 2 point to point. If you have an arduino project where the dev board is stuck inside a machine, or attached to the rafters or is inaccessable in some other way, a. Sending data from one xbee to another in api mode see the full tutorial here. The famous xbee is actually from digi international.
Product support rss feed for digi xbee xbeepro zigbee modules s2b. We have 1 digi xbeepro s2b manual available for free pdf download. Iot software and services digi remote manager digi foundations wireless design services professional services trustfence security framework. The two xbees will run by default in transparent mode, which pipes data coming into one uart out of the other uart, exactly like a wire.
Issuing the cb command with a parameter of 2 software emulation of a two button press. So when your microcontroller writes data into the sender xbee, it will come out of the receiving xbee and be read and displayed or whatever you need by your software. The arduino wireless shield allows your arduino board to communicate wirelessly using zigbee. I ended up getting two xbee pro s2b since the store ran out of series1. Overview this manual describes the operation of the xbeexbeepro zb rf module, which consists of zigbee firmware loaded onto xbee s2 and s2b hardware, models. Programming directly on the module eliminates the need for a separate processor. Lets learn how to configure xbee s2c radio module in zigbee api mode using xbee xctu software. Xbee basics lesson 2 simple chat program between two xbees in at mode. Xbee and xbee pro are registered trademarks of digi international inc. However, if you are using the xbee pro version, you may need to use an external 3. Xbeepro zb s2b extended range module, wire antenna. These modules cost 3 more than the standard s2c pro radios and what this potentially means, is that you can have the st hub and the xbee module working together without any additional arduino.
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