Changing or upgrading the xbee firmware is a delicate process that may harm permanently the xbee module. This page describes how to use xctu to load an xbee configuration profile onto an xbee, to prepare the xbee for use with the sensestage minibee. 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. This module is automatically downloaded when you install the xbee python library. So far ive managed to successfully get a xbee s2c to join the. Just because my droid is finished, doesnt mean that ive stopped working on it. Another is mounted to the receiver shield and acts as a router for commands to and from the controller.
If you have already added the com ports to wine, skip the next step. What i would like to do now is to have the data displayed on the xctu on the receiver end of. Lately, ive been working on a new droid controller, that will be a lot more stealthy, give a lot more options than my current radio, and could, potentially, give me many many more options. Xctu is a windowsbased application provided by digi. Maybe youve heard of it, maybe you havent, either way you are in for a fun ride. Newest xbee questions electrical engineering stack exchange. For old zigbee devices s2 and s2b, make sure the devices are using api firmware. You may return any new computer purchased from that is dead on arrival, arrives in damaged condition, or is still in unopened boxes, for a full refund within 30 days of purchase. It falls under the xbee pro extended range embedded rf modules section. If you click the test button, the xctu software will use the com1 serial port to communicate with the xbee module by reading what verison it is and reporting that back to you. Our adapter boards provide several advantages to the xbee modules such breadboardfriendly standard 0. I used a multimeter and discovered that the xbee pro s2b cts dio7 port is high, while the one from the xbee s2 is low, and so constantly resetting the arduino. The objective of this project is to provide a flexible and simple to use api to interact with xbee radios.
I open xctu add the com5 port and click the test query button but the following window appears. When the setup is complete i can chat with one and the other. Utilizing the zigbee pro feature set, these modules are interoperable with other zigbee devices, including devices from other vendors. Xbee module configuration install xctu pyroelectro. The latest version of xctu is available for both mac and windows. The 16bit pan id is used as a mac layer addressing field in all rf data.
Even though these xbee modules are similar in function, there are some differences that you need to keep in mind. When the program asks for updating from digi, we must answer yes so as to download all the firmware versions for all the xbee modules. We will be using series 1 xbee modules alongside some xbee explorer usb modules from sparkfun to set up our own personal area network pan. Pro smt zb rf modules xbeexbeepro smt zb rf modules this manual describes the operation of the xbee xbeepro smt zb rf module, which consists of zigbee firmware loaded onto xbee s2c and s2c pro hardware. When the current inventory is sold out, this product will be replaced by the xbp24cz7wit004 read about the xbee product line changes here. Xbee series 2 point to point communication tutorials of.
A nice way to double check all of your serial communication within xctu. Powerup the xbee and prep the software after double checking your connections, use the usbminib cable to plug the ft232 breakout. After some thumbtwiddling your xbee and its mac address should appear in the list below. Sunday coffee flavored coffee jazz exquisite instrumental piano jazz music for work, study cafe music bgm channel 6,579 watching live now. You might also want to check the more newly released official xbee java library from digi international, the makers of xbee. Added flow control options into the micropython console tool. How to network xbee and the arduino tutorial australia. I recently went from using a windows laptop to a intel macbook, and needed to be. Include the document title and part number xctu user guide, 90001458 r in the subject. All the parts needed to have two devices talk to each other are in this kit too, so pick up one and lets get started. Xctu is a standalone tool for configuring xbee modules. However, this can apply to the xbee series 3 module as long as you configure the.
They cover various xbee radios, providing a full suite of api interactions. Changing settings in your xbee is vital when working in certain environments, and with specific. Because xbee modules have 2 mm pin spacing, we recommend one of our adapter boards for each module. These modules may look just like normal xbee s theyre even the same size and pinout but theyre built to seamlessly connect to 802. Connect the usb cable from the usb xbee adapter to the usb port on your computer. Plug your first xbee into an explorer module, and connect to your. Libelium supplies the xbee transceivers with the desired firmware version. Xbeexbeepro smart energy rf modules are optimized for use in us, canada, europe, australia, and japan contact digi for complete list of agency approvals. With an xbee explorer connected between your computer and your xbee, and with the help of the xctu software, you can easily configure xbees, test connections, and pass data between your computer and remote xbees.
Xbee zb zigbee modules provide costeffective wireless connectivity to devices in zigbee mesh networks. Ive tried also by using gui serial xbee3 for mac os, but neither it worked. Xbee is the brand name from digi international for a family of form factor compatible radio modules. Were using a windows 10 pc, with the xbee configuration application, xctu. Code examples that use these libraries are available on the building wireless sensor networks page. Once xctu has been downloaded, the next step is to install the program. In my book ive focused on using the more complete xbeeapi libraries for java created by andrew rapp. Digis xbee wifi modules are a nifty, allinone solution to get your project connected to a wireless network and up into the \ cloud\. Xlr pro radio solution and programmable xbee radio modules do not support the recovery feature provided by xctu. For examples of how to configure xbee modules using xctu software, click here. Note that these xbee s6b modules supports only wpa and wpa2 protocol in psk mode. I mounted the xbee pro s2b onto the sparkfun xbee explorer usb and opened a serial port with putty. This is a java api for communication with xbeexbeepro series 1 802.
But if i remove one and insert it in a arduino mega board with a xbee shield to. This program was designed to interact with the firmware files found on digis rf products and to provide a simpletouse graphical user interface to them. Apr 16, 2016 sunday coffee flavored coffee jazz exquisite instrumental piano jazz music for work, study cafe music bgm channel 6,579 watching live now. Unixbased operating systems allow you to open multiple instances of the same port. Hence, make sure that your access point supports and work on psk. Jul 21, 2010 insert the xbee module into the usb xbee adapter correctly, if you havent already. X ctu was developed by digi and it is only available for windows, macos and linux. Mar, 2015 another is mounted to the receiver shield and acts as a router for commands to and from the controller.
They are configured through x ctu, based on the one tutorial found on. Get started with xbee python library read the docs. This is the updated version of the series 2 xb24z7wit004 module. One of the possible reason for this issue might be configuration mismatch between how your access point and your xbee is setup. Arduino forum forum 20052010 read only hardware interfacing need help with. The first xbee radios were introduced under the maxstream brand in 2005 and were based on the 802. Get started with xbee a beginners tutorial atomic spin. I am attempting to replicate the functionality of the smartthings arduino shield that was discontinued some time ago and have gotten close as least i think so over the past few weeks. This manual describes the operation of the xbee xbee pro zb rf module, which consists of zigbee firmware loaded onto xbee s2 and s2b hardware, models. While windows avoids this scenario, it can produce unexpected behaviors if you have the same port open simultaneously by different apps in. If you want to connect the receiving xbee to a mac instead of a windows pc, use ashley hughes solution, and read the characters sent by the xbee on the mac terminal. Newest xbee questions electrical engineering stack.
It has an updated firmware which can be configured as routerendpointetc. Product support rss feed for digi xbee xbeepro zigbee modules s2b formerly zb search our knowledge base for articles related to this product. Usb drivers are required to use xctu with the xbibu usb interface board and the pkgu modems and adapters. Systems that contain xbeexbeepro rf modules inherit digi certifications. Xctu software and parallaxs xbee usb adapter board, interfacing with the. Also see xbee recovery in the tools menu on the latest version of xctu. Show you the basic simple example of using xbee and arduino. Rightclick on the xbee and select properties or select the xbee and click the properties button above. Xbee and xbee pro are registered trademarks of digi international inc. Getting started with xbee pro x ctu part ii youtube. Digi xbee application note migration from xbee xbee pro zb s2 s2b to xbee xbee pro zb s2c this guide will assist you with migrating from the xbee xbee pro zb s2 s2b to the xbee xbee pro zb s2c throughhole modules. Libelium supplies the xbee transceivers with the desired firmware version 802.
Try checking out our buying guide to compare the different modules. Xctu is designed to function with all windowsbased. Part of the xbee family of wireless products, these modules are easy to use, share a common. Mac address, and that node will forward if it is not the final. Running xctu on linux and testing the xbee module and the usb xbee adapter. Free xctu software testing and configuration software at and api command modes for configuring module parameters extensive command set small form factor. But if i remove one and insert it in a arduino mega board with a xbee shield to display what the other xbee is sending it does not. All i need it to do is turn a led on and off and display the status in the ide serial monitor. Its the official tool to configure and test xbee radios, as well as other digi devices. The xctu software provided for free by digi international is still required to configure the xbee modules as coordinators, routers, or end devices, and to switch between at and api mode. One router connected to the laptop via a uart cable. The xbeexbeepros2b zb 2x7x manual includes the following. The xbee xbee pro zb rf modules are designed to operate within the zigbee protocol and support the unique needs of lowcost, lowpower wireless sensor networks. Unfortunately, thats about as much information one is going to get from digi.
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. Xbee buying guide we highly recommend series 1 xbee s, if this is your first time playing with them. Recommended parts most xbee parts are available to buy directly from their manufacturer digi or from distributors such as digikey or newark. Xctu was developed by digi and it is only available for windows, macos and linux. Wireless connectivity using the zigbee protocol xbee pro zb s2b embedded rf modules provide costeffective wireless connectivity to devices in zigbee mesh networks. Mar 15, 2016 this is the first part video about configuration of xbee modules using x ctu software and introduction to serial data transfer. Now you should have an entry for your xbee in device cloud now. At this point, carefully insert the module into the interface board. Mar 08, 2012 hallo, i am using 2 x xbee pro s2b modules. The modules are specifically the xbee pro zb s2b module w wire antenna ones. Once xctu read the xbee it will set the modem type and function set boxes and show a list of parameters.
I open x ctu add the com5 port and click the test query button but the following window appears. You can carefully lift the module out and replace it to reset it. Digi xbee application note migration from xbeexbeepro zb s2s2b to xbeexbeepro zb s2c this guide will assist you with migrating from the xbeexbeepro zb s2s2b to the xbeexbeepro zb s2c throughhole modules. Linux being my operating system of choice, ive always felt some frustration at having to dig out a windows machine when i want to update xbee firmware. The other coordinator connected to an arduino mega with the sketch below. The xbeexbeepro zb rf modules are designed to operate within the zigbee protocol and support the unique needs of lowcost, lowpower wireless sensor networks. This is a java api for communication with xbee xbee pro series 1 802. Were going to show you how to do all of that in this tutorial. I dont have any reset button on the explorer board im using to connect the xbee to the pc. Reading data over serial arduino and xbee stack overflow. Xbs2c xbee zb module user manual xbee s2c users manual digi. Wireless connectivity using the zigbee protocol xbeepro zb s2b embedded rf modules provide costeffective wireless connectivity to devices in zigbee mesh networks.
Again, plug in coordinator xbee s2 module, open xctu. The modules are specifically the xbeepro zb s2b module w wire antenna ones. Xbeepro zb s2b extended range module, wire antenna. They are configured through xctu, based on the one tutorial found on. Download the xctu software from digi and install it. This manual describes the operation of the xbeexbeepro zb rf module, which consists of zigbee firmware loaded onto xbee s2 and s2b hardware, models. Hi guys, i am having problems with my xbees, i am working on a sensor network project and i got these xbee s2c instead of the normal xbees series 2, and no code on the internet is working for me to send and receive data from one to another using 2 arduino uno for each xbee one arduino. Contact digi for complete list of government agency approvals. Once the modules are configured, they can be used in an embedded application.
The latest version of x ctu is available for both mac and windows. Our adapter boards provide several advantages to the xbee modules such breadboard. This is the first part video about configuration of xbee modules using xctu software and introduction to serial data transfer. This page describes how to use x ctu to load an xbee configuration profile onto an xbee, to prepare the xbee for use with the. This is a quick demonstration of one of its operating modes. Xbees are tiny blue chips that can communicate wirelessly with each other. The xbee pro series have the same pinout and command set of the basic series with an increase output power of 60mw. I now know that i was wrong in this theres actually no need at all to run windows in order to run xctu for firmware upgrades. Product support rss feed for digi xbee xbee pro zigbee modules s2b formerly zb search our knowledge base for articles related to this product. The xctu has such functionality, as you can see in the picture below. How to use pc to control and monitor electronics arduino project through xbee. It may be necessary to configure your system prior to installing xctu for the first time. In contrast to the s2, the pro s2b provides a menu with several options. Were using a windows 10 pc, with the xbee configuration application, x ctu.