To download, try this link or search for xctu download. Check out our how to install ftdi drivers tutorial for help there. This is the xbee xbp24cz7wit004revc module from digi. This xbee library drives digi xbee zb modules in api operation mode. This is the xbee wifi module with wire antenna from digi. Series 2c modules allow you to create complex mesh. Xbee wifi embedded rf modules provide simple serialto802.
I purchased the xbee s6b wifi module and use the sparkfun usb and. Tcp communication with xbee wifi from labview vi ni. Not to forget your dead xbee module, i will be using xbeewifi s6b for demo purpose, yet i will try to add in the setting you should choose for xbee series 1, series 1 pro and series 2 too. If its still at factorydefault 9600, connect at 9600. This will cause xctu to display the available settings for the module. The thing system is a set of software components and network protocols that aims to fix the internet of things. Why your xbee does not response to xctu or your controller.
Connect arduino to computer, and run the xctu software. Dont forget, you should connect to the computerxbee at whatever baud rate that xbee is set to. Getting xctu xctu is free software from digi that allows you to configure the xbees. View digi xbee wi fi s6 modules on our support site view digi xbee wi fi s6b on our support site view digi xbee wi fi s6b development kit on our support site. Get started with xbee a beginners tutorial atomic spin. Cpixbee rxbeepi i set same panid and destination address as. In the mktools app under connection, connection type is wlan, address is the my module address in xctu. This manual describes the operation of the xbeexbeepro zb rf module, which consists of zigbee firmware loaded onto xbee s2 and s2b hardware, models. Getting started with xbeewifi tutorials of cytron technologies. 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. Im reaching that frustration point where i cannot get labview to communicate using tcp with an xbee wifi module over a wifi network. Most commands include remote communications are supported by the functions of this library. As in the last xbee article, we are going to configure the module using xbee usb adapter.
One of the possible reason for this issue might be configuration mismatch between how your access point and your xbee. Product support rss feed for digi xbee wi fi s6b search our knowledge base for articles related to this product learn more about the digi xbee wi fi family. A copy of xctu software and usb drivers will need to be on each computer used in. I also purchased an xbee usb adapter 32400 to power it properly and configure it. These devices are typically configured using digis xctu. Others were having issues with the windows update driver. Usb drivers are required to use xctu with the xbibu usb interface board and the pkgu modems and adapters. Hookup guide for the serial controlled motor driver. The xbeewifi module will try to create connection with the router with the password you give. Havent had time to work up a driver yet, but it is in my plan. It is the most easiest and reliable way to connect the xbee module to a pc via usb port.
This is a generic uart driver for use with digi xbee modules. 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. Yes, the xctu is communicating with the xbeewifi module on. It can run on your laptop, or fit onto a small single board computer like the raspberry pi. Ive checked and rechecked all of the settings several times, gone. The xctu software provided for free by digi international is still required to configure the xbee modules as coordinators, routers. Sainsmart xbee usb adapter for arduino uno mega r3 mega2560 duemilanove nano robot. It can be use as a communication point or a programmer for xbee module using xctu software. Xbee wifi s are built to enable simple communication with device cloud by etherios tm.
The xbee wifi module will try to create connection with the router with the password you give. After the modem is detected, a wizard for installing the usb driver is. If you have already added the com ports to wine, skip the next step. 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. If you also midified it, connect at 38400 aliased to 31250. 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. By bridging the lowpowerlowcost requirements of wireless device networking with the proven infrastructure of. The device cloud service allows you to interface your xbee wifi with the web, where you can control the io pins and read its status from the comfy confines of your web browser anywhere in the world. Xbee with wifi using arduino serial interface posted feb 19. By bridging the lowpowerlowcost requirements of wireless device networking with the proven infrastructure of ieee. We already fixed many not working modules by this way. How to set up an xbee using your computer, the xctu software, and an xbee. The digi xctu software is a handy windows application to configure the large amount of settings on the xbee. Once xctu read the xbee it will set the modem type and function set boxes and show a list of parameters.
Connectivity of the internet of things july 27, 2016. The new series 2c improves upon the power output and data protocol of the series2. Some are meant for wifi, while some are meant for zigbee applications. These devices are typically configured using digis xctu windows software. Expert support upgrade to handson support from our team learn. Xbeepro zb s2b extended range module, wire antenna. First, lets talk about zigbee, a lowpower wireless mesh network standard. Download and install xctu software for proper kit configuration and operation x. This is a java api for communication with xbeexbeepro series 1 802. Xctu will start communicates with xbee module base on your selection and reload the firmware to the xbee. Were going to show you how to do all of that in this tutorial.
Product support rss feed for digi xbee wifi s6b search our knowledge. Running xctu on linux and testing the xbee module and the usb xbee adapter. Works great with the windows driver available on the sainsmart website product page. Recovering your xbee tutorials of cytron technologies. Configuring a digi xbee wifi module for tcp socket connections. Not to forget your dead xbee module, i will be using xbeewifi s6b for demo. When you installed the drivers for your explorer it should have been assigned. Xctu is free software, provided by digi the manufacturer of xbee, which we. When plugged into the usb cable after installing the latest usb drivers from parallax, the xbee. Changing or upgrading the xbee firmware is a delicate process that may harm permanently the xbee module. Product support rss feed for digi xbee xbeepro 802. You might again get the message of action require window, just reset the. Select the xctu modem configuration tab, and then click read. I could enter xbee command mode, where i got reply ok when i type some commands.