Once xctu read the xbee it will set the modem type and function set boxes and show a list of. The xbee module used here is shown in fig 3 manufactured by digi and x ctu software is used for configuring xbee. You can use x ctu terminal to connect to the xbee and click on assemble packet. The other xbee is on a breadboard and is powerde correctly. I know that for some modules digimesh, 868 they support an atno setting of 2, which adds the rssi. If you havent already, head over to their website and download the latest release and follow their instructions to install the software.
Further, it has xbee setting support software x ctu. The xbee module used here is shown in fig 3 manufactured by digi and xctu software is used for configuring xbee. Before running xctu, upload the usbtoserial example, found in file examples teensy. Driver installations the xbeepro usb rf modem is a plugandplay device that should automatically be detected by the pc. It may be necessary to configure your system prior to installing xctu for the first time. Select both and then click the test query button, will appear a screen like this. These modules are configured using the software tool xctu to monitor rssi levels and packet loss. The pc connection can be used to configure the xbee module through digis x ctu software. The pc connection can be used to configure the xbee module through digis xctu software. It can be easily connected to a pc via mini usb cable. Our software library provides a free download of x ctu 5. The sink node connected via usb to a laptop uses the xbee pro s1s2 modules. A 3 pc settings tab some displays of a successful testquery may show xb24b to reflect znet firmware instead of xb24zb to reflect the zb firmware that is actually on the xbee zb rf. In this video, we have demonstrated how to setup and configure xbee.
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. How to use pc to control and monitor electronics arduino project through xbee. This is where the modem is configured and updated click download new versions. Xctu includes all of the tools a developer needs to quickly get up and running with xbee. Connect the xbee usb development board usb cable to the computer. Pdf performance analysis of xbee zb module based wireless. You should see the rssi red led on the midibee breadboard light up indicating it received the packet. This electronic weather station system involves two weather stations that communicate with each other via xbee rf modules and upload and download information from a website via an rn171xv wifi module. Provides an easy interface to configure xbee modules using digis x ctu software onboard 3.
Using the xbee rssi to measure wireless signal strength. We have 10 digi xbee manuals available for free pdf download. When xctu has been properly installed, the waspmote gateway can be connected to. Xctu software and parallaxs xbee usb adapter board, interfacing with the xbee is simple for configuration changes, firmware downloads, testing signal strength, and communications to your remote devices. So the right firmware needs to be uploaded to each module, using the x ctu program windows only. Xctu is a windowsbased application provided by digi.
If you are using series 2 radios youll need an xbee explorer to upload api firmware to the radio, via x ctu they ship with at firmware. Starting with xctu configuring networks troubleshooting resources and going further introduction heads up. Through the software, the xbee configuration may be read, changed and written for updates. This download was checked by our builtin antivirus and was rated as malware free.
Managing digis xbee radio modules requires using their xctu package to upload the correct firmware. These modules are configured using the software tool x ctu to monitor rssi levels and packet loss. The arduino wireless shield allows your arduino board to communicate wirelessly using zigbee. Using xctu to download firmware and profiles to xbee rf modules. Xbee module configuration install xctu pyroelectro. The objective of this project is to provide a flexible and simple to use api to interact with xbee. Xbee radios also known as zigbee radios are generally not recommended over the sik radio and rfd900 radio. In case the direct link does not work, search on the website of digi for the software in the search field with the keyword x ctu. New sainsmart xbee usb adapter explore with high quality usb. Oct 11, 20 a tutorial on how to read rssi from an xbee on arduino.
This is also useful for interfacing an xbee with a computer. Received strength signal intensity performance analysis in. The x ctu has such functionality, as you can see in the picture below. If you click the test button, the x ctu 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.
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. Digi xbee tools support the complete iot application lifecycle, from the evaluation, testing and prototyping phase xbee. Changing or upgrading the xbee firmware is a delicate process that may harm permanently the xbee. You can use xctu terminal to connect to the xbee and click on assemble packet. Description the xbee usb adapter is used for the xbee module configuration parameters to facilitate or to use as a wireless data transmission.
So call them if you cant get the xbees working or if x ctu isnt working correctly. Getting the xbee profiles for the sensestage minibee. User manual, manual, product manual, getting started manual. Xbee configuration using x ctu, the configuration of the xbee may be modified and the firmware upgraded. The design files include the fritzing cad files, the etchable pdf pcb layout files, the gerber files, parts listings, software listings embedded software. A super simple xbee zb rssi reader for processingjava that uses the xbee api library by andrew rapp. Page 1 xbee xbee pro xtc radio frequency rf module user guide page 2 information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of. Dec 31, 2016 an xbee explorer is highly recommended for updating firmware and configuring the radio. Our software library provides a free download of xctu 5. The arduino sends a character of the alphabet to the xbee every second. I know that for some modules digimesh, 868 they support an atno setting of 2, which adds the rssi value as a field to the node discovery responses. Xctu software is utilized for c onfiguring a nd testing the zigbee module of each sensor node. Lets learn how to configure xbee s2c radio module in zigbee api mode using xbee xctu software. This section contains download and install instructions based on operating system.
Nov 19, 2014 getting started with open broadcaster software obs duration. To determine if this is necessary, check the documentation of your xbee development board. Works with xbee series 1 and 2 as well as pro modules by using this adapter board you can provide an easy interface to the xbee or xbee pro modules by converting the 2mm pin spacing to breadboard friendly 0. Digi xbee manuals manuals and user guides for digi xbee. Originally, this tutorial was written to configure an xbee series 1 to communicate in transparency mode. Alternatively, software such as hyperterminal can be used. The basics of this type of connection will be covered in this section. New sainsmart xbee usb adapter explore with high quality. I had planned to blog about the process, but never got round to writing any more than two posts. Then select hex displayentry and type in 90 32 64 this is a note on message. The purpose of my project is to have my robot already built, pretty friggin sweet use the maxstream xbee to measure signal strength from a wireless router using the rssi, and with this.
This is a java api for communication with xbee xbee pro series 1 802. After configuration, the entire network is simulated in real time using dockli ght v2. Given 2 xbees, this program will tell you the rssi received signal strength indicator in dbm between them. Fi modules using an access point or wireless router. Easily generate any kind of api frame to save its value. The settings that are most important are the pan id. Once xctu has been downloaded, the next step is to install the program. Xctu is a free multiplatform application designed to enable developers to interact with digi rf modules through a simpletouse graphical interface. Im not sure how its compiling link quality information, you could monitor the serial communications between x ctu and the xbee radio module to determine how. Download and install software tools configure the modules perform a range test explore advanced configurations manage your rf network. In this chapter many configuration settings of the xbee.
You can also configure the individual parameters for the xbee module in this program. Both xbees have there green lights flashing at the same pace. I try to make two raspberry pi communicate text with each other via xbee s2 module. The xbee may also be configured through any terminal interface or from the controller by sending the correct character sequences.
The xbee usb adapter is used for the xbee module configuration parameters to facilitate or to use as a wireless data transmission. Provides an easy interface to configure xbee modules using digis xctu software onboard 3. If you are attempting to remotely program the xbee using xctu, and the read process seems slow, it may be that the xbee. Once x ctu read the xbee it will set the modem type and function set boxes and show a list of parameters. Mar 31, 2011 it shouldnt need a configuration file. Click on the download link on the website to get the software. This free program is a product of digi international inc. However, this can apply to the xbee series 3 module as long as you configure the firmware to the legacy 802. Still there may be some situations where only an xbee can be used so. I dont have any reset button on the explorer board im using to connect the xbee to the pc. Arduino and xbee were chosen as hardware testing tools due to their diffusion related to agricultural and environmental applications. But bear in mind, many people actually thought it is using zigbee protocol, but it is not compliance to zigbee because it uses the low layer of zigbee protocol only software. In this video, we have demonstrated how to setup and configure xbee module.
Open the x ctu sofware and type the arduino xbee modules com port number into the com port number field. Free xctu software testing and configuration software at and api command modes for. Using xctu to download firmware and profiles to xbee rf. The builtin security of digi trustfence gives you secure connections, authenticated boot, encrypted data storage, secure jtag, secure software. Configuring xbee with xctu software xbee modules need to be configured with the xctu software.
Xbee xbee pro oem rf modules xbee xbee pro oem rf modules rf module operation. 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. This program was designed to interact with the firmware files found on digis rf products and to provide a simpletouse graphical user interface to. If you are attempting to remotely program the xbee using x ctu, and the read process seems slow, it may be that the xbee is crashing when it tries to pull power. For more information, check out the exploring xbees and xctu tutorial. X ctu is free software, provided by digi the manufacturer of xbee, which we use to configure and manage xbees, and test xbee networks. The series 1 modules used fixed 16bit addresses, the series 2 uses dynamic 16bit addresses plus a static 64bit address.
Digi xbee xctu software rebuild network discovery tool. Last year i spent quite a lot of time trying to read the recieved signal strength indicator from an xbee for a project i was working on. May 11, 2018 this section contains download and install instructions based on operating system. As long as the usb port is providing power the xbee.
Click the add a radio module button on the top left and select your radio in my case, it was usbserialah0014vv and click finish. The church media guys church training academy recommended for you. Show you the basic simple example of using xbee and arduino. The xbee profiles for sensestage are available from. The com port you created will appear in the two text boxes on the left. Xctu is free software, provided by digi the manufacturer of xbee, which we use to configure and manage xbees, and test xbee networks. Trustfence provides a tested and fully integrated security framework designed for the industrial iot. Im not sure how its compiling link quality information, you could monitor the serial communications between xctu and the xbee radio module to determine how. The xctu application can be used to configure the xbee modules. Finally, we launch xctu and the program will start. First a, then b, all the way to z, then a again, ad infinitum.
I open x ctu add the com5 port and click the test query button but the following window appears. This repo contains the compiled jars in the code folder for convenience. Note that the functions of some of the io lines on the adapter can be configured from the xctu software. Pick one of the xbee modules you can optionally mark it with a marker and connect it to your computer using an xbee explorer dongle. In particular they should be set to transmit at 57600 baud. Xctu is a standalone tool for configuring xbee modules. The xbee usb adapter is now ready to be configured via the xctu software from digi. Selecting the radio click on the add devices button in the upper left corner to add a new device. Now its time to test sending midi data out via the xbee. When the xbee has power the red on led should light up steady and the yellow associate led will flash. Digi trustfence is the security framework for digi xbee.
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