Xbee programming on linux taulabstaulabs wiki github. I have the hardware serial running for debug information and i want the xbee to be connected to a soft serial on pins 8. Xbee is the brand name from digi international for a family of form factor compatible radio modules. Im trying to design an rc controller using an arduino and an xbee series 2 pro. Jan 31, 2010 connection xbee series 2 aka zb pro znet to an arduino my goal was to have two xbee series 2 modules communicate to each other in a two way configuration. How to set up an xbee module with arduino maker pro. 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 products, including the xbee zb and xbee znet rf modules and the digi xbee usb. Unixbased operating systems allow you to open multiple instances of the same port. Every project on github comes with a versioncontrolled wiki to give your documentation the high level of care it deserves. The objective of this project is to provide a flexible and simple to use api to interact with xbee radios. I installed xctu using wine and that works ok but not with the arduino uno board.
Xctu was developed by digi and it is only available for windows, macos and linux. Mar 31, 2011 im having a hard time trying to get these to work. Jordan husney, ted hayes and myself have written an xbee internet gateway for the connectport x2 so that any microcontrollerpowered device prototype can connect directly with the internet. 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. Nov, 2012 make sure the xbee module is not plugged into the interface board. The xbee explorer usb is the most popular of the explorers. This documentation describes the use of the shield with the xbee zb zigbee rf modules module. Use xbee pro zb s2b as the keyword search or maybe use this direct link. This page will outline how to set up two xbee pro series 2 transceivers for communication with each other. One router connected to the laptop via a uart cable. Xbee module configuration install xctu pyroelectro. Xbeepro zb s2b extended range module, wire antenna. In this tutorial, we are going to learn about the xbee and cover how you can connect your xbee to your arduino uno.
How to use pc to control and monitor electronics arduino project through xbee. I found the the various instructions on the internets to be confusing and hard to follow but then again, i am no rocket surgeon. Again, plug in coordinator xbee s2 module, open xctu. Our adapter boards provide several advantages to the xbee modules such breadboardfriendly standard 0. Open the x ctu program and select the proper com port. Hi i use xbee s2 for making a wireless sensor network i could make communication betwen 2 xbee configurated rooter at and coordnator at but i didnt undrestand how to communicate between more than 2 for exemple for 3 xbee. Its equipped with a minib usb connector, so youll need the proper usb cable to connect it to your computer. The modules are specifically the xbeepro zb s2b module w wire antenna ones. I have an arduino mega 2560 with a libelium xbee shield. Product support rss feed for digi xbee xbeepro zigbee modules s2b formerly zb search our knowledge base for articles related to this product. Pro code development contents xbeexbeepro code development 2 software development tools 2 using the maxstream bootloader 2 xbeexbeepro hardware components 3 freescale smac 5 freescale 802. The xbee internet gateway gives any device the ability to connect seamlessly to the internet by mirroring the interactions humans have with web browsers. Hi i use xbee s2 for making a wireless sensor network i could make communication betwen 2 xbee configurated rooter at and coordnator at but i didnt undrestand how to communicate.
I am trying to x ctu running on linux under wine so i can apply firmware to my xbee radio. Jan 28, 2014 xbee wireless transceivers provide a quick, easy way to add wireless communication to any system. In case the direct link does not work, search on the website of digi for the software in the search field with the keyword xctu. Lately, ive been working on a new droid controller, that will be a lot more stealthy, give a lot more options than my. When the current inventory is sold out, this product will be replaced by the xbp24cz7wit004 read about the xbee product line changes here. On this tab please change the baud rate to 38400 and put a check in the no baud change check box. Sunday coffee flavored coffee jazz exquisite instrumental piano jazz music for work, study cafe music bgm channel 6,579 watching live now. Ive tried to use them many times, but they dont work. 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. If you click the test button, the xctu software will use the com1 serial port to communicate with the xbee module. Any device with an xbee radio can send a web url to the xig and receive back the contents of that web page. The first xbee radios were introduced under the maxstream brand in 2005 and were based on the 802.
Getting started with xbee pro x ctu part ii youtube. 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 free software from digi that allows you to configure the xbees. 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. Xctu is a free multiplatform application designed to enable developers to interact with digi rf modules through a simpletouse graphical interface. The software is written in java and is crossplatform, so it can be used on windows, osx and linux. Just because my droid is finished, doesnt mean that ive stopped working on it. Unfortunately, thats about as much information one is going to get from digi. 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.
It falls under the xbee pro extended range embedded rf modules section. Libelium supplies the xbee transceivers with the desired firmware version 802. Introduced with the xbeepro s2b, the pcb antenna is printed directly on the circuit board of the xbee. 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. 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. This program was designed to interact with the firmware files found on digis rf products and to provide a simpletouse graphical user interface to. I dont have any reset button on the explorer board im using to connect the xbee to the pc. Utilizing the zigbee pro feature set, these modules are interoperable with other zigbee devices, including devices from other vendors. Were going to show you how to do all of that in this tutorial.
This is a java api for communication with xbee xbee pro series 1 802. 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. I tried all of the combinations including removing the atmega328 from the board. Well cover how to set up wireless xbee communication between a computer, an arduino xbee shield combo, and an xbee explorer. This manual describes the operation of the xbeexbeepro zb rf module, which consists of zigbee firmware loaded onto xbee s2 and s2b hardware, models. Because xbee modules have 2 mm pin spacing, we recommend one of our adapter boards for each module. All i need it to do is turn a led on and off and display the status in the ide serial monitor. 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. Download and install xctu software for proper kit configuration and operation x. While windows avoids this scenario, it can produce unexpected behaviors if you have the same port open simultaneously by different apps in. 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. So far ive managed to successfully get a xbee s2c to join the. The xbee pro series have the same pinout and command set of the basic series with an increase output power of 60mw. Using xctu to download firmware and profiles to xbee rf.
Show you the basic simple example of using xbee and arduino. Product support rss feed for digi xbee xbeepro zigbee modules s2b. The xctu has such functionality, as you can see in the picture below. This is the first part video about configuration of xbee modules using xctu software and introduction to serial data transfer. Note that this particular tutorial uses the xbee series 1 module. It includes new tools that make it easy to setup, configure and test xbee rf modules. 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.
Hi, ive bought two xbeepro xsc with two xbee explorer regulated boards and a ftdi cable from sparkfun store. Mar 15, 2016 this is the first part video about configuration of xbee modules using x ctu software and introduction to serial data transfer. Product support rss feed for digi xbee xbee pro zigbee modules s2b formerly zb search our knowledge base for articles related to this product. Connection xbee series 2 aka zb proznet to an arduino my goal was to have two xbee series 2 modules communicate to each other in a two way configuration. Luckily xctu is required only for updating firmware. Newest xbee questions electrical engineering stack. Our adapter boards provide several advantages to the xbee modules such breadboard. Mar 08, 2012 hallo, i am using 2 x xbee pro s2b modules. Mar 27, 20 configuring xbee using x ctu software page 1. Getting started with xbee pro x ctu part i youtube.
The program install and runs fine under wine but when i go to the modem configuration tab it errors out s. Changing or upgrading the xbee firmware is a delicate process that may harm permanently the xbee module. There are a few debricking procedures around and i have recovered a few xbee pro series 2 using this. This documentation describes the use of the shield with the. 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. Its probably a mapping problem between the linux dev files and the wine com ports.
X ctu is free software from digi that allows you to configure the xbees. Getting started with xbee pro x ctu part i queresolverz. The arduino wireless shield allows your arduino board to communicate wirelessly using zigbee. Configured two xbee pro s2b using xctu, one as coordinator and other as. I open x ctu add the com5 port and click the test query button but the following window appears. When opening the xctu software you should see a window like that shown.
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. The x ctu has such functionality, as you can see in the picture below. I am trying to xctu running on linux under wine so i can apply firmware to my xbee radio. How to setup xbee without x ctuofficial tool ask question asked 4 years, 2 months ago.
Ctu software and usb drivers will need to be on each computer used in conjunction with this guide. When the setup is complete i can chat with one and the other. S2b formerly zb digi xbee xbeepro zigbee modules s2c formerly zb digi xbee xbeepro znet 2. The modules are specifically the xbee pro zb s2b module w wire antenna ones. Getting ready building wireless sensor networks book. I open xctu add the com5 port and click the test query button but the following window appears. Wireless connectivity using the zigbee protocol xbeepro zb s2b embedded rf modules provide costeffective wireless connectivity to devices in zigbee mesh networks. The highlight of this board is an ft231x usbtoserial converter. The other coordinator connected to an arduino mega with the sketch below.
This is a java api for communication with xbeexbeepro series 1 802. It falls under the xbeepro extended range embedded rf. The program install and runs fine under wine but when i go to the modem configuration tab it errors out saying it cant read my modem configuration. Contribute to taulabstaulabs development by creating an account on github. Xlr pro radio solution and programmable xbee radio modules do not support the recovery feature provided by xctu. I have the arduino installed and operating as expected on a linux ubuntu 12. To access the unique 64bit address contained in the bootloader sector, an application should create a. Xbee series 2 point to point communication tutorials of. This process works on windows, but i prefer to use ubuntu.
Newest xbee questions electrical engineering stack exchange. I recently purchased a xbee shield but i am unable to get xctu to connect with the comm port. The first screen you see in on the pc settings tab. Wireless connectivity using the zigbee protocol xbee pro zb s2b embedded rf modules provide costeffective wireless connectivity to devices in zigbee mesh networks. Thats what translates data between your computer and the xbee. If i have an xbee s2 mounted on it and set the two jumpers to the usb setting or remove them, i am able to flash a program onto my arduino.
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