Mar 31, 2011 im having a hard time trying to get these to work. Using xctu to download firmware and profiles to xbee rf modules introduction xctu is a graphical windowsbased serial utility provided by digi to program and configure the firmware on its rf. This xbee module, similar to its predecessors has 2 mm pin spacing. The blue color text is typed and transmitted out from laptop to xbee s2c, and wireless transmitted.
For old zigbee devices s2 and s2b, make sure the devices are using api firmware. This module is automatically downloaded when you install the xbee python library. 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. The settings that are most important are the pan id. You need digis configuration software, xctu, to do this. Using x ctu to download firmware and profiles to xbee rf modules introduction x ctu is a graphical windowsbased serial utility provided by digi to program and configure the firmware on its rf products, including the xbee zb and xbee znet rf modules and the digi xbee usb. If you click the test button, the xctu software will use the com1 serial port to communicate with the xbee module. Xbee series 2 point to point communication tutorials of. Digis xbee wifi modules are a nifty, allinone solution to get your project connected to a wireless network and up into the \ cloud\. I strongly urge you to download and use the x ctu software by digi intl. I strongly urge you to download and use the xctu software by digi intl. Receiver with the led displays with a standard xbee.
Open the x ctu sofware and type the arduino xbee modules com port number into the com port number field. Xbeepro zb s2b extended range module, wire antenna. Heres a guide for ubuntu, or just type sudo aptget install wine on the command line. When properly installed it can be launched by clicking on the icon on the pc desktop see figure 1 or selecting from the start menu see figure 2. X ctu is a standalone tool for configuring xbee modules. The xbee pro series have the same pinout and command set of the basic series with an increase output power of 60mw. The modem type and version should now be an available option in the drop down boxes, however, we will continue where we left off in step 5 and try an read the firmware settings from the xbee module, by pressing the read button in the modem configurations tab on the x ctu software.
Usb drivers are required to use xctu with the xbibu usb interface board and the pkgu modems and adapters. This is a java api for communication with xbeexbeepro series 1 802. Getting started with xbee pro x ctu part ii youtube. 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. I dont have any reset button on the explorer board im using to connect the xbee to the pc. Mar 15, 2016 this is the first part video about configuration of xbee modules using x ctu software and introduction to serial data transfer. This is a java api for communication with xbee xbee pro series 1 802.
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. Download x ctu configuration utility click diagnostics, utilities and mibs x ctu user manual. The other coordinator connected to an arduino mega with the sketch below. Usb drivers are required to use xctu with the xbibu usb interface board and the pkgu modems. The modem type and version should now be an available option in the drop down boxes, however, we. Systems that contain xbeexbeepro rf modules inherit digi certifications. Xctu can either be downloaded from digis web site or an installation cd. Download xctu configuration utility click diagnostics, utilities and mibs xctu user manual. Buy zigbees xbee s2c w xb24cz7wit 004 w wire antenna online. Xbeepro s2c zigbee wwire antenna xbp24cz7wit004 32415. Cfkay pro s2b zigbee xbee wireless data transmission module. The objective of this project is to provide a flexible and simple to use api to interact with xbee radios. The xctu software is free to download and provides a simple interface to configure and update. The x ctu software is free to download and provides a simple interface to configure and update your xbee transceivers.
Xbee s2c replacement of xbee series 2 tutorials of cytron. Pro s2b zigbee xbee wireless data transmission module imported brief introduction xbee module is a wireless module using zigbee technology, through the serial port and mcu and other equipment for. The com port you created will appear in the two text boxes. In this video, we have demonstrated how to setup and configure xbee module. Overview 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. With this software firmware updates are a breeze and configuration is simple. View online or download digi xbee pro s2b user manual. Lets learn how to configure xbee s2c radio module in zigbee api mode using xbee xctu software. To get the firmware, you can still download it manually, and. The modules are specifically the xbee pro zb s2b module w wire antenna ones. The xctu software is free to download and provides a simple interface to configure and update your xbee transceivers. It falls under the xbee pro extended range embedded rf modules section. The xbeexbeepros2b zb 2x7x manual includes the following corrections. When properly installed it can be launched by clicking on the icon on the pc desktop see figure 1 or from the start menu see figure 2.
Show you the basic simple example of using xbee and arduino. If you havent already, head over to their website and. The folder api is further subdivided in pro with profiles for the xbee pro, and regular for the normal xbees. Mar 07, 2018 type any character on the left small window at the router x ctu window, shown here. The xbee pro series have the same pinout and command set of the basic. It falls under the xbeepro extended range embedded rf. To configure a zb module as coordinator, router, or end device, youll need to change the firmware. Using xctu to download firmware and profiles to xbee rf modules.
An xbee pro hooked via usb to a pc using x ctu to watch the data stream. Get x ctu software in modem configuration download new versions get the latest module firmware click read change the version drop down to the latest version if my memory serves me correctly, the function set for one of them should be router and one should be end device doesnt matter which for simple point to point. Our adapter boards provide several advantages to the xbee modules such. This is the first part video about configuration of xbee modules using xctu software and introduction to serial data transfer. Oct 10, 2012 the software should tell you that it has updated successfully or something to that effect.
The f command initiates a firmware download for both wired and overtheair. I try to make two raspberry pi communicate text with each other via xbee s2 module. The new xbee 3mw s2c modules improve on the existing s2 modules by upping the. 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. Xbee2 xbee series 2 oem rf module user manual xbeexbee. Pro s2b zigbee xbee wireless data transmission module imported brief introduction xbee module is a wireless module using zigbee technology, through the serial port and mcu and other equipment for communication, can be very fast to achieve the purpose of the device access to the zigbee network. Xctu is a standalone tool for configuring xbee modules. You could use one of our own adapter boards and easy interfacing within any project.
Download and install the free xctu configuration software. The f command initiates a firmware download for both wired and. 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. I copied the update folder files from the machine that i did get the web update to work on. 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. The com port you created will appear in the two text boxes on the left. Xbee basics lesson 2 simple chat program between two xbees in at mode duration.
These modules may look just like normal xbee s theyre even the same size and pinout but theyre built to seamlessly connect to 802. Im repeating this experiment twice and got the same results. The software can be downloaded from digis website found here. Install one of the xbee modules onto the associated header of the xbee adapter. One router connected to the laptop via a uart cable. Xctu was developed by digi and it is only available for windows, macos and linux. Even though these xbee modules are similar in function, there are some differences that you need to keep in mind. Get started with xbee python library read the docs. Product support rss feed for digi xbee xbeepro zigbee modules s2b formerly zb search our knowledge base for articles related to this product expert support upgrade to handson support from. For instructions on downloading and using xctu, go to. The xbee or xbee pro is basically the same protocol, just pro module have better transmit power and better receiver sensitivity. Type any character on the left small window at the router xctu window, shown here. In most cases youll want a separate module to interface with the xbee.
Xbeepro2 xbee pro series 2 oem rf module user manual xbee. Mar 08, 2012 the xbee or xbee pro is basically the same protocol, just pro module have better transmit power and better receiver sensitivity. Jul 18, 2016 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. Go to modem configuration then,first click on write just below that select the appropriate modem. Once xctu has been downloaded, the next step is to install the program. Xbee module configuration install xctu pyroelectro. Xbee and select also on function set as zigbee cordinator api b. This product replaces 32408, the xbee pro zb s2b extended range module, wire antenna xbp24bz7wit004. Attach the ftdi basic onto the associated header of the xbee adapter. This section contains download and install instructions based on operating system. If you havent already, head over to their website and download the latest release and follow their instructions to install the software. Tutorial use the hobbyduino xbee plug for wireless arduino.
Linux and mac users are advised to download drivers directly from ftdi. Xbee s2c 3mw module setup pointtopoint hobbytronics. How to use pc to control and monitor electronics arduino project through xbee. Xctu will then download the current settings for the module. It is the new xbee module that we are carrying now. However, this can apply to the xbee series 3 module as long as you. The xctu has such functionality, as you can see in the picture below. Command line atd7 will show current setting, atd70 will disable but use xctu.
Unfortunately, thats about as much information one is going to get from digi. After about 16 minutes, data ceased to flow to the receiver and to the x ctu utility. Open the xctu sofware and type the arduino xbee modules com port number into the com port number field. The new xbee 3mw s2c modules improve on the existing s2 modules by upping the power. Because xbee modules have 2 mm pin spacing, we recommend one of the parallax adapter boards for each module. Using xctu to download firmware and profiles to xbee rf. The blue color text is typed and transmitted out from laptop to xbee s2c, and wireless transmitted over the air and received by xbee s2 module on another skxbee and transmitted back to another x ctu window on the right at the coordinator x ctu window and appears as red color text. The modules are specifically the xbeepro zb s2b module w wire antenna ones. This product replaces 32408, the xbeepro zb s2b extended range module, wire antenna xbp24bz7wit004. Get xctu software in modem configuration download new versions get the latest module firmware click read change the version drop down to the latest version if my memory. Instead of using xbee shield, i connected xbee and pi with dupont linespin.
Xctu is free software, provided by digi the manufacturer of xbee, which we use to configure and manage xbees, and test xbee networks. View online or download digi xbeepro s2b user manual. Using xctu or another terminal program, select xmodem. Serial terminal basics the xctu software well use has an integrated serial. The xbee shields use ctsrts to signal a reboot to the arduino shield and then the bootloader will kick in and accept the data stream for flashing. Xbee wireless communication setup wireless eewiki digikey. The software should tell you that it has updated successfully or something to that effect. X ctu is free software, provided by digi the manufacturer of xbee, which we use to configure and manage xbees, and test xbee networks. Query the modem first by clicking on testquery on xctu,this will give you ok signal of the communication with modem and get the modem type 2.
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