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1. LED Button Function Power LED Indicates that power is on Illuminated only when adapter is connected to external power only not when powered by batteries Not available in lithium battery models Assc LED Indicates the adapters s network association status This LED functions differently depending on the XBee RF protocol for the product See Network association on page 11 for more information Reset button Recessed button on underside of the adapter Performs equivalent of a power cycle Use a small non conductive tool with a blunt end to press gently and hold down button Ident button Recessed button on power end of the adapter between Assc and Power LEDs Performs multiple functions for identifying and configuring the adapter in a wireless network Button presses and actions vary by XBee RF protocol see Commissioning and identity behaviors on page 13 Consecutive button presses must occur within 800 milliseconds of each other to perform the desired action 22 XBee RS 485 Adapter Chapter 3 XBee RS 485 Adapter Overview The XBee RS 485 Adapter provides short range wireless connectivity to any RS 485 serial device Unlike an embedded wireless module which requires design integration and development time these off the shelf adapters provide instant wireless connectivity to existing RS 485 serial devices All XBee adapters can be used with Digi s ConnectPort X gateways for data aggregation an
2. 50 XBee Wall Router Smart Energy Range Extender XBee Wall Router Chapter 9 Smart Energy Range Extender Overview XBee technology enables low cost low power networking of sensors controllers and other such devices in self configuring self healing wireless networks Digi s XBee Wall Router is a small network extender that can be used to create the backbone of a wireless network or to expand the range of a wireless network so that other network devices can seamlessly communicate with one another The XBee Wall Router can be used in conjunction with any Drop in Networking Accessory gateway or XBee module with a compatible XBee RF protocol for data aggregation and IP connectivity The Smart Energy Range Extender is intended for use as a Range Extender device in a Smart Energy network Part of Digi s Drop in Networking solutions the XBee Wall Router helps to create and or fortify the infrastructure of a wireless network by simply plugging into standard wall power sockets around a customer facility creating a multi path self healing network Installation is easy and completely unobtrusive The U S version of the XBee Wall Router includes a built in mounting tab which allows it to be securely screwed into standard wall sockets using the existing mounting screw hole This prevents accidental unplugging of the repeater and reduces risk of theft or vandalism The XBee Wall Router is designed primarily to patch areas wi
3. View and change configuration settings as needed To apply configuration changes click Apply The Basic radio settings control basic operation of the XBee module in an XBee network Advanced radio settings control behavior of the XBee module at a more detailed level Generally these settings can be left at their defaults For complete settings and descriptions refer to the Product Manual for the XBee or XBee PRO module in your product To apply configuration changes click Apply Notes e Changing the PAN ID may make your XBee product inaccessible e If you assign a Node Identifier to view it go to Configuration gt XBee Network and click Refresh The new name is displayed in the Node Identifier field 67 Configure XBee RF module settings Configuration without a gateway If you are not configuring your Drop in Networking Accessory with a ConnectPort X gateway the XBee module in the accessory must be configured using over the air OTA commands There are two methods of initiating OTA commands to a target XBee module e Using the OTA graphical user interface of X CTU a software tool for configuring XBee modules In X CTU this interface is referred to as Remote Configuration e Using the Remote Command API frame suited to your XBee RF protocol Important Serial communications disabled on XBee Analog and Digital I O Adapters For the XBee Analog and Digital I O Adapters the XBee firmware disables the XBee modul
4. General information Hardware changes between 9 30V and 3 7 6V adapter models AN XBee Adapters have undergone some hardware changes since first being launched Most of the these changes are minor and will have no impact on your application However one important difference relates to supply voltage Originally XBee Adapters were designed to accept 9 30VDC In an effort to improve battery performance this voltage range has been changed to 3 7 6 VDC Power supplies used on 9 30VDC XBee Adapters will not work with 3 7 6VDC XBee Adapters and vice versa Your XBee Adapter s proper voltage is printed next to its power port Plugging in a power supply with the incorrect voltage will damage your device and void your warranty Several other changes have been implemented in the 3 7 6VDC XBee Adapter models including an improved screw lock connector for XBee RS 485 XBee Digital I O and XBee Analog I O Adapters and external antennas for XBee PRO Adapters Contact Technical Support for more details Powering options for adapters Some Drop in Networking Accessories including the XBee Sensor XBee Smart Plug and XBee Wall Router all have necessary powering options included XBee Adapter products can be powered by an external power supply or batteries purchased separately To determine how to power your XBee Adapter please refer to the specification printed on the side of the enclosure close to the power port Specificati
5. Specification Value Environmental Operating temperature 64 4 F to 131 F 18 C to 55 C Relative humidity 5 to 95 non condensing Power requirements AC power input Alkaline Batteries 3 x 1 5V Alkaline battery cells Dimensions Length 2 70 in 6 85 cm Width 2 50 in 6 35 cm Height 1 30 in 3 30 cm Weight 0 35 Ib toe 58 kg with batteries installed 0 20 Ib 0 091 kg without batteries installed RF operation Operating frequency band 2 4GHz ISM Antenna options Internal antenna RF performance Indoor urban range Up to 133 ft 40 m Outdoor RF line of sight range Up to 400 ft 120 m Transmit power output 1 25 mW 1 dBm 2 mW 3 dBm boost mode RF data rate 250kbp Receive sensitivity 1 PER 97 dBm 98 dBm boost mode Integrated sensors for XBee Sensors Sensor Specification Value Temperature sensor Range 64 4 F to 131 F 18 C to 55 C Accuracy 2 C Ambient light sensor Range of spectral bandwidth 360 to 970 nm similar to human eye Wavelength of peak sensitivity 570 nm Luminance range 10 to 1000 lux Humidity sensor Range 5 to 95 RH Interchangeability 5 RH 0 RH to 59 RH 8 RH 60 RH to 95 RH Accuracy 3 5 RH 77 Chapter 14 Safety statements Safety statements Class
6. Button Network s aes Action press association 1 Associated If XBee module is asleep wakes unit for 30 seconds Unassociated Start join process Module will attempt to join a network three times before giving up Al reading will indicate either joining success 0x00 or reason for failure nonzero value See Al command description for more detail 2 Associated Broadcast a permit join message to the coordinator and all routers in the network Permit join persists on a module for NJ time See NJ command description for more detail Unassociated No action 4 Associated Broadcasts a Leave notification to the network then leaves the network Restores module to EEPROM configuration values except for the XBee Smart Energy Wall Router which does not restore values Unassociated Restores module to EEPROM configuration values except for the XBee Smart Energy Wall Router which does not restore values 13 General information XBee ZB XBee ZNet 2 5 Button Network Action press association 1 Associated If XBee module is asleep wakes unit for 30 seconds Sends a Node Identification broadcast transmission All devices that receive this transmission will blink their Associate LED rapidly for 1 second All API devices that receive this transmission will send a Node Identification frame out their UART universal asynchronous receiver transmitter API ID 0x95 Unassociated If XBee module is asleep wak
7. Drop in Networking Accessories About this guide This guide describes the features and functions of all XBee Drop in Networking Accessories for all XBee module protocols including adapters routers sensors and associated products It includes connection and setup information pinouts configuration data retrieval and LEDs and buttons Software programming for XBee Drop in Networking Accessories is covered on product pages within the Digi Developer Community Wiki see next page for more information and location of these pages Questions and technical support For technical assistance with your product contact Digi Technical Support at 877 912 3444 or make an online support request at http www digi com support index jsp General information Additional product information and resources Product data sheets user s guides and product manuals Locate more information including datasheets XBee product manuals ConnectPort X gateway product information etc on these pages http www digi com products wirelessdropinnetworking www digi com din docs Software development resources Digi provides several resources to help you get started developing software solutions in Python Digi Developer Community Wiki The Digi Developer Community Wiki is a place to learn about developing solutions using Digi s communications portfolio software and services including Python iDigi Platform iDigi Dia and more http www dig
8. non condensing Power Requirements Supply voltage 5V from USB port of PC Operating current transmit XBee ZB ZNet 2 5 51mA XBee 802 15 4 64mA Operating current receive XBee ZB ZNet 2 5 47mA XBee 802 15 4 64mA Power down current Do not put the XStick in sleep mode Dimensions Width 0 7 in 1 78 cm Height 0 4 in 1 02 cm Length 1 8 in 4 57 cm Weight 0 265 oz 7 5 g RF Operation Operating frequency band 2 4GHz ISM Antenna options Internal antenna only RF Performance Indoor urban range XBee ZB ZNet 2 5 20m XBee 802 15 4 15m Outdoor RF line of sight Range XBee ZB ZNet 2 5 50m XBee 802 15 4 40m Transmit power output nominal 25 C XBee ZB ZNet 2 5 2 8 mW 4 5 dBm Peak Conducted FCC amp Industry Canada XBee 802 15 4 1mW OdBm Peak Conducted FCC amp Industry Canada RF data rate 250kbps Serial interface data rate software selectable 1200 bps 1M bps Receiver sensitivity 90dBm Networking and Security Supported network topologies Point to point Point to multipoint Peer to peer ZigBee Mesh Number of channels software selectable 16 Addressing options PAN Channel and address 71 Hardware specifications Specification Value Certifications The XStick is a radio transceiver and has received these agency approvals Uni
9. on page 11 for more information Reset Ident button Performs a reset and multiple functions for identifying and configuring the XBee Wall Router in a wireless network Use a small non conductive tool with a blunt end to press gently and hold down button Button presses and actions vary by XBee RF protocol see Commissioning and identity behaviors on page 13 Consecutive button presses must occur within 800 milliseconds of each other to perform the desired action 54 XBee Smart Plug Chapter 10 XBee Smart Plug A IMPORTANT Read all safety information in this chapter before installing or using the XBee Smart Plug Overview XBee technology enables low cost low power networking of sensors controllers and other devices in self configuring self healing wireless networks The XBee Smart Plug is an intelligent electrical outlet that can measure and control appliances plugged in via a standard electrical outlet Part of Digi s Drop in Networking family XBee Smart Plug integrates with ConnectPort X gateways to centralize input from multiple XBee Smart Plugs into an energy management solution The XBee Smart Plug is intended for use with common household appliances computer television lighting fan refrigerator etc that meet the load ratings on the following page It is not intended for use with products outside the operational specifications in this document or on the product label The XBee Sm
10. Developer Community Wiki http www digi com wiki developer index php XBee Sensors 61 XBee Sensors LEDs buttons and integrated sensors XBee Sensors have one button and one LED XBee Sensor L T models have integrated light and temperature sensors XBee Sensor L T H models have integrated light temperature and humidity sensors Integrated temperature and humidity sensors inside case Integrated light sensor Associate Power LED Reset Ident button LED Button Function Associate Power LED Indicates power and the XBee Sensor s network association status This LED functions differently depending on the XBee RF protocol for the product See Network association on page 11 for more information Reset Ident button Performs a reset and multiple functions for identifying and configuring the XBee Sensor in a wireless network Use a small non conductive tool with a blunt end to press gently and hold down button Button presses and actions vary by XBee RF protocol see Commissioning and identity behaviors on page 13 Consecutive button presses must occur within 800 milliseconds of each other to perform the desired action 62 Chapter 12 Configure XBee RF module settings Configure XBee RF module settings There are several configurable settings for the XBee RF module in XBee Drop in Networking Accessories including the PAN ID the node identifier or name for the unit tim
11. FF379F2B 63 Configure XBee RF module settings View the gateway and nodes in their XBee network 1 In the gateway s web interface select Administration gt System Information from the menu Administration File Management X 509 Certificate Key Management Backup Restore Update Firmware Factory Default Settings System Information Reboot The System Information page is displayed 2 From the list of System Information links click XBee Network v General gt Serial gt Network gt Position gt XBee Network gt Watchport Sensor gt Diagnostics System Information Model Ethernet MAC Address Firmware Version Boot Version POST Version Product VPD Version Product ID Hardware Strapping CPU Utilization Up Time Total Memory Used Memory Free Memory ConnectPort X4 00 40 9D 37 9F 2B 2 8 1 15 Version 82001536_D2 12 18 200 1 1 3 release_82001531_A 1 1 3 release_82001537_E release_82001747_A 0x0074 0x0043 1 7 days 7 hours 51 minutes 53 seconds 16384 KB 10769 KB 5615 KB 64 Configure XBee RF module settings The XBee Network page is displayed It shows several settings for the gateway followed by the Network View of the XBee Devices In the Node Type column the descriptors for the nodes can vary by XBee RF protocol For example XBee ZB ZNet 2 5 series products show the XBee module in the gateway as the coordinator and any XBee Drop in Networking
12. I Division 2 Groups A B C D Hazardous location A XBee Drop in Networking Accessories are intended for use in ordinary locations only The device and any leads for the device may not be extended into a Hazardous Location This device has not been evaluated for use in wet locations or near combustible liquids fumes or vapors Lithium battery safety precaution A XBee adapter and sensor products have no user serviceable parts and are intended to be opened by qualified service personnel only Danger of explosion exists if lithium batteries are replaced incorrectly Replacement must be done by qualified service personnel and only with the same or equivalent battery type recommended by the manufacturer Dispose of unused batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions XBee Smart Plug installation safety A IMPORTANT Read all safety information in XBee Smart Plug chapter before installing or using the XBee Smart Plug 78
13. PRO module in your product Locating OTA configuration commands for your product To determine which OTA commands are necessary for configuring your XBee device refer to the product page for your device on the Digi Developer Community Wiki http www digi com wiki developer index php Main Page 68 Hardware specifications Chapter 13 Hardware specifications XBee Adapters Hardware specifications for XBee Adapters Sheet 1 of 2 Specification Value Environmental Operating XBee RS 232 Adapter XBee RS 485 Adapter XBee Analog Adapter temperature XBee Digital I O Adapter XBee USB Adapter Lithium battery models 40 to 158 F 40 C to 70 C Alkaline battery models 0 4 to 131 F 18 C to 55 C External power supply The temperature range of the UL C UL Listed power supply must be at a minimum of 40 to 158 F 40 C to 70 C to meet the allowed ambient temperature range for XBee Adapters If a power supply with an ambient rating of less than 158 F 70 C is used then the allowed ambient temperature range of the XBee Adapter is reduced to the rating of the power supply chosen Relative 5 to 95 non condensing humidity Power DC power XBee RS 232 Adapter XBee RS 485 Adapter requirements input XBee Analog Adapter XBee Digital I O Adapter External power supply varies by model Lithium battery model 3 7 6VDC external power supply with locking barrel connector Alkaline battery model
14. extension cable The extension cable must be no more than 3 meters long Download and install device driver The XStick requires a device driver FT232R To download this device driver go to this web page and select the download appropriate for your operating system http www ftdichip com Drivers VCP htm http www ftdichip com Drivers VCP Linux ftdi_sio tar gz 49 XStick Software programming and data retrieval There are several avenues for programming the XStick To get started on developing solutions with the XStick using iDigi see the iDigi web page http Awww idigi com For details on programming the XStick and retrieving data from it see the XStick product page on the Digi Developer Community Wiki http www digi com wiki developer index php XStick Unsupported XBee AT commands The XStick does not support these XBee AT commands XStick ZB ZNet 2 5 DO D1 D2 D3 D4 D6 IS PR PO P1 P2 RP V V XStick 802 15 4 AV DO D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 IA IC IO IR IS IT IU MO M1 PR PT PO P1 P2 RP TO T1 T2 T3 T4 T5 T6 T7 LEDs and buttons Associate Power LED blinking yellow associated LED Button Function Associate Located inside the unit Indicates whether the XStick is powered and its network Power LED association status This LED functions differently depending on the XBee RF protocol for the product See Network association on page 11 for more information
15. sensor IC to detect RMS current draw from the user controlled outlet As there is no power factor correction for inductive loads sensor accuracy is only specified for resistive loads Current measurements can still be made on inductive loads that fall within the product load rating but accuracy is not guaranteed Light sensor Ambient light sensor capable of measuring indoor lighting levels Low Hertz light bulbs such as fluorescent lamps can produce inconsistent measuring results Multiple light samples should be taken to achieve reliable results Associate LED green Indicates the XBee Smart Plug s network association status This LED functions differently depending on the XBee RF protocol for the product See Network association on page 11 for more information Outlet LED yellow Indicates when the user AC socket is powered Reset Ident button Performs a reset and multiple functions for identifying and configuring the XBee Smart Plug in a wireless network Use a small non conductive tool with a blunt end to press gently and hold down button Button presses and actions vary by XBee RF protocol see Commissioning and identity behaviors on page 13 Consecutive button presses must occur within 800 milliseconds of each other to perform the desired action Consecutive button presses must occur within 800 milliseconds of each other to perform the desired action Software programming and data retri
16. that cannot be changed Fixed conducted Product variant 8 power in dBm North American 17 dBm International 10 dBm XBee PRO modules for RS 485 and RS 232 adapters have the following transmit power level PL setting Transmit power Setting in pri Lowest 0 9 dBm Low 1 12 dBm Medium 2 14dBm High 3 16 dBm Maximum 4 18 dBm 17 XBee 802 15 4 XBee DigiMesh 900 XBee 868 XBee module power Level conducted Lowest 0 10 dBm Low 1 6 dBm Medium 2 4 dBm High 3 2 dBm Maximum 4 0 dBm XBee PRO module General information North American a These products are currently set to not exceed this power setting XBee RS 232 Adapter XBee RS 485 Adapter XBee Analog I O Adapter XBee Digital I O Adapter b XBee USB Adapter is currently set to not exceed this power setting Power Level varani International variant Lowest 0 10 dBm 3 dBm Low 1 12 dBm 3 dBm Medium 2 14 dBm 2 dBm High 3 16 dBm 8 dBm Maximum 4 18 dBm 10 dBm Output power is always 17 dBm Power Level SoG Power in dBm Lowest 0 0 dBm Low 1 13 7 dBm Medium 2 20 dBm High 3 22 dBm Maximum 4 25 dBm 18 General information XBee DigiMesh 2 4 XBee module Power Level Conducted Power in dBm Lowest 0 7 dBm Low 1 1 7
17. the shelf sensor products and in situations when the item being measured or analyzed must be separated from the sensor measuring device itself 27 XBee Analog Adapter Deployment decisions Analog modes Deploying the XBee Analog Adapter in a solution involves answering several questions e What is the analog mode of the sensor you plan to attach to the adapter e How do you want to retrieve measurement data from the adapter e How will the adapter be powered Mains or battery The XBee Analog Adapter has three modes in which it can measure input on its four terminal lines e 0 10 volt mode measures voltage on a scale of 0 to 10 volts and translates it into a 10 bit scale from 0 to 1023 as possible values e Current Loop 4 mA to 20 mA mode measures amperage on a scale of 4 to 20 mA and translates it into a 10 bit scale from 0 to 1023 as possible values e Differential input mode measures paired terminals 1 and 2 paired 3 and 4 paired and translates the difference in voltage between the two lines to into a 10 bit scale from 0 to 1023 as possible values Measurement retrieval options There are several ways to retrieve data collected by the XBee module in the adapter e Through the iDigi Dia Device Integration Application framework iDigi Dia software that simplifies connecting devices sensors PLCs etc to communication gateways iDigi Dia includes a comprehensive library of plug ins that work out of the box
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20. ADIGE XBee Drop in Networking Accessories User s Guide XBee RS 232 Adapter XBee RS 485 Adapter XBee Analog I O Adapter XBee Digital I O Adapter XBee USB Adapter XStick XBee Wall Router Smart Energy Range Extender XBee Smart Plug XBee Sensors www digi com 90000891_E 2010 Digi International Inc All Rights Reserved Digi Digi International the Digi logo ConnectPort Watchport XBee and XBee PRO are trademarks or registered trademarks of Digi International Inc in the United States and other countries worldwide All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Digi International Digi provides this document as is without warranty of any kind either expressed or implied including but not limited to the implied warranties of fitness or merchantability for a particular purpose Digi may make improvements and or changes in this manual or in the product s and or the program s described in this manual at any time This product could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors Changes are periodically made to the information herein these changes may be incorporated in new editions of the publication Contents Chapter 1 General information cceecececeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 5 About this QUID irsini irain epi o eaaa ea ela E A EEKE A EEE eaa
21. Accessories are as routers Network View of the XBee Devices Node ID Network Address Extended Address Node Type Product Type 0000 00 13 a2 00 40 52 92 26 f coordinator J X4 Gateway 10a2 00 13 a2 00 40 3e 07 68 router Unspecified O Clear list before device discovery Discover XBee Devices XBee 802 15 4 series products show the XBee module in the gateway as the coordinator and any XBee Drop in Networking Accessories as end nodes Network View of the XBee Devices Node ID Network Address Extended Address Node Type Product Type 13 a2 00 40 30 fb 32 J coordinator ateway 0000 00 13 a2 00 40 30 fb 32 dinat x4 Gat 13 a2 00 40 53 6d f8 J end node 0000 00 13 a2 00 40 53 6d f8 d nod I Clear list before device discovery Discover XBee Devices 65 Configure XBee RF module settings View and change XBee radio settings as needed 1 In the web interface go to Configuration gt XBee Network The XBee Network Configuration page is displayed It shows several settings for the gateway followed by the Network View of the XBee Devices Again the descriptors for the nodes in the Node Type column can vary by XBee FF protocol This example is for XBee ZB ZNet 2 5 series products XBee Configuration v Network View of the XBee Devices Node ID Network Address Extended Address Node Type Product Type 0000 00 13 a2 00 40 52 92 26 coordinator X4 Gateway 10a2 00 13 a2 00 40 3e 07 68 rout
22. P switches The XBee RS 485 Adapter has several DIP switches on the underside of the unit DIP switch 1 is the leftmost switch When the adapter is oriented with the mounting tabs facing upwards the DIP switches are in the ON position when the switches are positioned away from the screw lock connector Switch settings are DIP Switch Switch settings 1 Not used It is covered up by the case and is not accessible 2 3 4 together ON RS485 OFF RS422 5 6 together ON RS485 bias and line termination on OFF RS485 bias and line termination off Note Bias and line termination feature can be used only when powering from the external power supply Software programming and data retrieval There are several avenues for programming the XBee RS 485 Adapter To get started on developing solutions with the XBee RS 485 Adapter using iDigi see the iDigi web page http www idigi com For details on programming the XBee RS 485 Adapter and retrieving data from it see the XBee RS 485 Adapter product page on the Digi Developer Community Wiki http www digi com wiki developer index php XBee_RS 485 Adapter 25 XBee RS 485 Adapter LEDs and buttons blinking green M Assc Ident Power solid green M LED Button Function Power LED Indicates that power is on Illuminated only when adapter is connected to external power only not when powered by batteries Not available in
23. UL c UL Listed ITE or Class II external power supply with output rated between 9 to 30VDC with a current rating of 300mA or greater locking barrel connector of 2 1mm x 5 5mm center is positive N cell batteries XBee RS 232 Adapter XBee RS 485 Adapter XBee Analog Adapter XBee Digital I O Adapter 3x1 5V N alkaline battery cells Lithium XBee RS 232 Adapter XBee RS 485 Adapter batteries XBee Analog Adapter XBee Digital I O Adapter 2 3 AA 3 6V lithium battery and a 1 2 AA boost capacitor pack Bus powered XBee USB Adapter e Bus powered 5V from USB bus e Power consumption during normal operation XBee 70 mA XBee PRO 70 mA Rx and 250 mA Tx e Power consumption during suspend mode XBee and XBee PRO 200 uA 69 Hardware specifications Hardware specifications for XBee Adapters Sheet 2 of 2 Continued Specification Value Dimensions XBee RS 232 Adapter XBee RS 485 Adapter XBee Analog Adapter XBee Digital I O Adapter Length 3 6 in 9 14cm Width 1 9 in 4 82 cm Height 1 2 in 8 04 cm Weight 2 29 oz 65 0 g XBee USB Adapter Length 2 87 in 7 29 cm Width 1 80 in 4 57 cm Height 0 83 in 2 10 cm Weight 1 60 oz 45 36 g 70 XStick Hardware specifications Specification Value Environmental Operating temperature 40 to 185 F 40 C to 85 C Relative humidity 5 to 95
24. ables and disables 12V power out ON 12V power out OFF no 12V power out 3 Turns on 10K pullup on terminal 1 to 3VDC 4 Turns on 10K pullup on terminal 2 to 3VDC Note e Switches 1 and 2 should not be on at the same time as increased AN parasitic battery drain will result e Pullup use is not recommended when running from battery power owing to the constant drain on the batteries 38 XBee Digital I O Adapter Configuring inputs and outputs As shown in the pinouts table the adapter has four external terminals that can be set as either a digital input or a sinking driver output The XBee module controls the sinking drivers on pins 11 16 12 4 for terminals 1 2 3 4 respectively The AT commands to the XBee module for the output function are D4 D6 D7 P2 for terminals 1 2 3 4 respectively Outputs are activated that is the sinking function is turned on by setting high the corresponding XBee pin for the output that is desired e To seta terminal high set the corresponding AT command to value 5 e To set a terminal low set the corresponding AT command to value 4 For example calling the AT command D4 and setting it to 5 would cause terminal 1 to be set high Since the input and output functions overlap the input function is always active and when the input function is desired the output control pin for the matching output must be set low turns off the sinking function This feature can all
25. art Plug can measure current consumption from an attached appliance This information can be communicated to monitor or control the appliance An application can use this information to determine such things as on off status operating range appliance state low power mode idle etc or erratic behavior to initiate subsequent actions such as powering off the appliance 55 XBee Smart Plug In addition to network extension the XBee Smart Plug includes an integrated light sensor Sensor data can be received by using a ConnectPort X gateway with the XBee Smart Plug There are two versions of the XBee Smart Plug one for use in the USA and the other for use in Canada The U S version of the XBee Smart Plug includes a built in mounting tab which allows it to be securely screwed into standard wall sockets using the existing mounting screw hole Safety information WARNING XBee Smart Plug is rated for the following loads All ratings are at 120VAC 60HZz at a maximum ambient temperature of 104 F 40 C Do not plug in devices that exceed these ratings either alone or in combination e Resistive 120VAC 8A e Inductive 0 75 pf 120VAC 960VA e Motor 1 3 HP 7 2 FLA XBee Smart Plug has an internal fuse that can blow if operating outside the ratings listed above The fuse is not replaceable and blowing the fuse will void the warranty A new unit must be purchased Improper use or installation can cause SERIOUS INJURY DEATH o
26. ation on page 11 for more information Reset button Recessed button on underside of the adapter Performs equivalent of a power cycle Use a small non conductive tool with a blunt end to press gently and hold down button Ident button Recessed button on power end of the adapter between Assc and Power LEDs Performs multiple functions for identifying and configuring the adapter in a wireless network Button presses and actions vary by XBee RF protocol see Commissioning and identity behaviors on page 13 Consecutive button presses must occur within 800 milliseconds of each other to perform the desired action 42 XBee USB Adapter Chapter 6 XBee USB Adapter Overview eee i The XBee USB Adapter provides short range wireless connectivity to any USB device Unlike an embedded wireless module which requires design integration and development time these off the shelf adapters provide instant wireless connectivity to existing USB devices All XBee adapters can be used with Digi s ConnectPort X gateways for data aggregation and IP connectivity Power requirements The XBee USB Adapter is a bus powered device Download and install device driver The XBee USB Adapter requires a device driver FT232R This device driver causes adapter device to appear as an additional COM port available to the PC Application software can access the adapter in the same way as it would access a standard COM port To download thi
27. bles the XBee module s serial communications functionality so that the pins normally used for serial communications can instead be used for additional I O functionality As a result once an XBee module has been loaded with the firmware image specific to the XBee Analog or Digital Adapters the XBee module can no longer be configured using X CTU the XBee serial API or local AT commands The only way to configure these adapters is by using the Ident or Ident Reset commissioning and identification button see Commissioning and identity behaviors on page 13 for description and OTA commands either by using a ConnectPort gateway X CTU or by using the remote command API of another serial enabled module associated to the same network 31 XBee Analog Adapter Input specifications and characteristics Analog mode Specification Value 0 10 volt mode Full scale input 10 25 VDC Minimum input 0 VDC Maximum safe input 11VDC Minimum safe input 5VDC Input impedance 28200 ohms Current Loop 4 mA Full scale input 23 5mA to 20 mA mode Minimum input OmA Maximum safe input 40mA Minimum safe input 5VDC Input impedance 51 1 ohms 2 VDC Full scale input 2 4 VDC differential differential mode OV differential Half scale reading 2V differential Minimum scale reading Maximum safe input each pin 11VDC Minimum safe input each pin 5VDC Input impedance 1 Megaohm All modes R
28. configured with sleeping router nomination enabled to immediately nominate itself as the network sleep coordinator For more information on this action see the description of the ATSO sleep options command in the XBee module s Product Manual 4 Either Issues an ATRE command to restore module parameters to default values 4 followed Either XBee module restores to EEPROM values by reset Waking DigiMesh 2 4 XBee modules When attempting to wake an XBee DigiMesh2 4 module from sleep it is necessary to hold down the commissioning button for up to 2 seconds before the module will wake up XBee 868 Button Action Press 1 Immediately sends a Node Identification broadcast transmission All devices that receive this transmission will blink their Associate LED rapidly for 1 second All API devices that receive this transmission will send a Node Identification frame out their UART API ID 0x95 2 Not supported 4 Issues an ATRE command to restore module parameters to default values XBee module restores to EEPROM values followed by reset 16 General information Power levels of XBee radios The transmit power level PL setting varies among XBee RF protocols XBee ZB XBee ZNet 2 5 XBee module Power Level Sele ae power in dBm Lowest 0 8 dBm Low 1 4 dBm Medium 2 20dBm High 3 0 dBm Maximum 4 2dBm XBee PRO module XBee PRO ZB and ZNet 2 5 modules have a fixed power level
29. d IP connectivity Connection and power on 1 Connect the desired device to the RS 485 port of the adapter 2 Connect the power supply to the adapter or insert batteries 23 Pinouts XBee RS 485 Adapter The connector for the adapter is a 6 position wire terminal block The figure shows Pin 1 of the connector when the adapter is oriented with the mounting tabs facing upwards the underside of the adapter lt m Reset button lt lt DIP switches Screw lock connector The adapter is switch selectable between RS 422 half duplex full duplex and RS 485 modes see DIP switches on page 25 The function for several pins varies between RS 422 and RS 485 modes Using the orientation in the above figure pin 1 is the right most pin and pin numbers increment from right to left Pinouts for the connector are 12VDC 50mA max switched power out Pin Function in Function in RS 422 mode RS 485 mode 1 TxD RS422 TxD and RxD RS485 2 TxD RS422 TxD and RxD RS485 3 RxD RS422 Not used 4 RxD RS422 Not used 5 Ground Ground 6 12VDC 50mA max switched power out The connector accommodates wire gauges from 16AWG to 30AWG To insert wires insert the wires into the removable screw lock connector and tighten the screws associated with the wire slots To remove wires loosen the screws associated with the wire slots and remove the wires 24 XBee RS 485 Adapter DI
30. dBm Medium 2 0 77 dBm High 3 0 62 dBm Maximum 4 1 42 dBm XBee PRO module Power Level North American International variant variant Lowest 0 10 dBm 3 dBm Low 1 12 dBm 3 dBm Medium 2 14 dBm 2 dBm High 3 16 dBm 8 dBm Maximum 4 18 dBm 10 dBm 19 General information Duty cycle for XBee 868 module The XBee 868 module has constraints regarding the amount of data it can transmit during a given time period The duty cycle of this module is 10 averaged over the period of 1 hour This means that if the next transmission will push the running average duty cycle over the 10 limit the module will not transmit until enough time has elapsed to stay under the duty cycle Because of heat restraints of the module a 10 duty cycle over the period of 1 second will be enforced after the measured temperature of the module rises above 60 C 20 XBee RS 232 Adapter Chapter 2 XBee RS 232 Adapter Overview The XBee RS 232 Adapter provides short range wireless connectivity to any RS 232 serial device Unlike an embedded wireless module which requires design integration and development time these off the shelf adapters provide instant wireless connectivity to existing RS 232 serial devices All XBee adapters can be used with Digi s ConnectPort X gateways for data aggregation and IP connectivity Connection and power on 1 Connect the desired device to the RS 232 port of t
31. de instant wireless connectivity to existing digital devices All XBee adapters can be used with Digi s ConnectPort X gateways for data aggregation and IP connectivity 35 XBee Digital I O Adapter Deployment decisions Deploying the XBee Digital I O Adapter in a solution involves answering several questions Data retrieval options What types of conditions do you want to detect with the adapter and its attached sensor Do you need the adapter to detect conditions from multiple sensors Is there a need to have output from the adapter and if so what do you want it to do How do you want to retrieve measurement data from the adapter How do you want to power the adapter Mains or battery There are several ways to retrieve data collected by the XBee module in the adapter Through the iDigi Dia Device Integration Application framework iDigi Dia software that simplifies connecting devices sensors PLCs etc to communication gateways iDigi Dia includes a comprehensive library of plug ins that work out of the box with common device types and can also be extended to include new devices By using existing Python modules provided by Digi By using your own custom Python programs By issuing remote AT commands from another XBee device 36 Connection and power on Connect the wires for the desired analog device to the connector for the adapter The connector accommodates wire gauges from 16AWG to 1 XBee Digital I O Ada
32. e s serial communications functionality so that the pins normally used for serial communications can instead be used for additional I O functionality As a result once an XBee module has been loaded with the firmware image specific to the XBee Analog or Digital I O Adapters the XBee module can no longer be configured using X CTU the XBee serial API or local AT commands The only way to configure these adapters is by using the Ident or Ident Reset commissioning and identification button see Commissioning and identity behaviors on page 13 for description and OTA commands either by using a ConnectPort gateway X CTU or the remote command API of another serial enabled module associated to the same network Using X CTU s OTA user interface XBee modules can also be configured over the air using the X CTU tool and its Remote Configuration function In this process an XBee module on a base device such as a USB interface board is connected to a PC running X CTU software The XBee module on the base device communicates with the XBee module on a remote device allowing you to read write and restore configuration settings in the remote XBee module Configuring XBee modules remotely through X CTU requires additional hardware and software Contact Digi Technical Support for details Using the Remote Command API frame For information on using the API mode directly to initiate remote commands see the Product Manual for the XBee or XBee
33. e module is awake Sends a Node Identification broadcast transmission All devices that receive this transmission will blink their Associate LED rapidly for 1 second Unassociated Blinks a numeric error code returned by the ATAI Association Indication command on the Assc LED The Al code indicates the cause of the join failure See the 802 15 4 XBee module s Product Manual for descriptions of these codes 1 blink Active scan timeout 2 blinks Active scan found no PANs 3 blinks Active scan found PAN but the Coordinator Allow Association bit is not set 4 blinks Active scan found a PAN but Coordinator and End Device are not configured to support beacons 5 blinks Active scan found a PAN but Coordinator ID PAN ID value does not match the ID of the End Device 6 blinks Active Scan found a PAN but Coordinator CH Channel value does not match the CH of the End Device 7 blinks Energy scan timeout 8 blinks Coordinator start request failed 9 blinks Coordinator could not start due to invalid parameters 10 blinks Coordinator Realignment is in progress 11 blinks Association request not sent 12 blinks Association request timed out no reply was received 13 blinks Association request had an invalid parameter 14 blinks Association request channel access failure Request was not transmitted CCA failure 15 blinks Remote Coordinator did not send an ACK after Association Request was sent 16 blinks Remote Coordinator did n
34. eout and scanning settings and others This chapter shows how to configure these settings both through a gateway s web interface and in the absence of a gateway using over the air OTA commands For more complete information on these settings see the product manual for the XBee module in your product Access the gateway s web interface Configuration with a ConnectPort X gateway 1 On the PC open a web browser such as Internet Explorer 2 In the browser s address bar enter the IP address of the gateway The default IP address is 192 168 1 1 though the actual address may vary 3 The home page of the gateway s web interface is displayed For example Digi Configuration Network XBee Network Serial Ports Camera Alarms System Remote Management Security Position Home Applications Python RealPort Industrial Automation Management Serial Ports Connections Event Logging Network Services Administration File Management X 509 Certificate Key Management Backup Restore Update Firmware Factory Default Settings System Information Reboot Logout ConnectPort X4 Configuration and Management Getting Started Tutorial System Summary Model Ethernet MAC Address Ethernet IP Address Description Contact Location Device ID Not sure what to do next This Tutorial can help ConnectPort X4 00 40 9D 37 9F 2B 192 168 1 1 None None None 00000000 00000000 00409DFF
35. er Unspecified C Clear list before performing refresh 2 Inthe list under Network View of the XBee Devices locate your product by its physical address This address is printed on a label on the bottom of the unit Click on the Network Address or Extended Address to open the product s settings page 66 Configure XBee RF module settings 3 The XBee Network Configuration page is displayed Settings can vary among XBee FF protocols The settings shown here are for an XBee ZB module XBee Configuration Extended Address 00 13 a2 00 40 3 07 68 Product Type Unspecified Firmware Version 0x2242 v Basic Settings Basic Radio Settings Extended PAN ID ID _ 0x0000000000000000 8 hex bytes Setting to 0 allows a random exte Note Changing the PAN I Node Identifier NI Discover Timeout NT 60 tenths of second 0 252 Scan Channels SC Oxiffe hex Oxffff all channels Scan Duration SD 3 0 7 Advanced Radio Settings Transmit Power Level PL Maximum 4 Allows Join Time NJ 255 seconds 0 64 255 always Broadcast Hops BH o _ 0 7 O disabled RSSI PWM P0 Enable RSSI PWM RSSI Timer RP 40 msecs 0 255 255 always on Associate LED D5 LED Blinks When Associated x Serial Interface Settings Baud Rate BD 9600 v Parity NB None Flow Control D7 Enable CTS Flow Control DIO7 Packetization Timeout RO 3 msecs 0 255 255 immediate gt Advanced Settings
36. er and input connections DIP switch 1 enables battery pack voltage minus 5VDC to terminal 6 resulting in 4VDC out with new alkaline batteries or 3 1VDC with new lithium battery DIP switch 2 enables 12VDC to terminal 6 Only one switch should be on at a time No damage will happen if both are set to on but the output will default to the 12VDC output and increased parasitic battery drain will result The battery pack voltage is on terminal 6 all the time and not gated with the sleep of the module when DIP switch 2 is on Any current draw from terminal 6 will result in reduced battery life This mode is primarily intended with switch closure applications with the adapter with the external switch in the customer equipment in the normally open position so that no battery current results until the activating event occurs When DIP switch 2 is on the 12VDC at 50mA max is provided at terminal 6 This power is gated by both the sleep of the module and AT command P3 For this power setting to be on the XBee module needs to be awake and AT command P3 set to a high level 40 XBee Digital I O Adapter Software programming and data retrieval There are several avenues for programming the adapter To get started on developing solutions with the adapter using iDigi see the iDigi web page http www idigi com For details on programming the adapter and retrieving data from it see the XBee Digital I O Adapter product page on the Dig
37. ers 2C Routers 2C Sensors M29 amp action edit LEDs and buttons blinking green M solid green 4 lt M Reset button LED Button Function Power LED Indicates that power is on Illuminated only when adapter is connected to external power only not when powered by batteries Not available in lithium battery models Assc LED Indicates the adapters s network association status This LED may function differently depending on the XBee protocol running on your product See Network association on page 11 for more information Reset button Recessed button on underside of the adapter Performs equivalent of a power cycle Use a small non conductive tool with a blunt end to press gently and hold down button Ident button Recessed button on power end of the adapter between Assc and Power LEDs Performs multiple functions for identifying and configuring the adapter in a wireless network Button presses and actions vary by XBee protocol see Commissioning and identity behaviors on page 13 Consecutive button presses must occur within 800 milliseconds of each other to perform the desired action 48 XStick Chapter 8 XStick Overview The XStick is a USB peripheral module adapter that provides short range wireless connectivity to an XBee network Power requirements The XStick is a USB bus powered device Connection and startup Plug the XStick into the USB connector of a PC or use a USB
38. es unit for 30 seconds then blinks the Al code a numeric error code on the Assc LED indicating the cause of join failure 1 blink Scan found no networks PANs to join 2 blinks Scan found no valid PANs based on current settings for SC Scan Channel and ID PAN ID 3 blinks Valid coordinator or routers were found but they are not allowing joining because the permit join or NJ command expired 7 blinks Network joining attempt failed 10 blinks Coordinator Start attempt failed 2 Associated Depends on the setting for the permit join NJ command for the XBee module If the XBee module s NJ command setting is less than 255 two button presses temporarily enable joining on the XBee module and on the entire XBee network for 1 minute If joining is permanently enabled on a module NJ 255 joining remains permanently enabled and two button presses have no effect 4 Associated XBee module leaves PAN if associated and issues a factory reset to restore Unassociated default parameters in the XBee module For XBee ZNet 2 5 the default PAN ID is 0x234 For XBee ZB the default PAN ID is 0 join any network Associated XBee module restores to EEPROM values followed Unassociated by reset 14 XBee 802 15 4 General information Button Network ie Action press association 1 Associated Cannot wake module but causes module to remain awake for 30 seconds if pressed when th
39. esolution 10 bits Accuracy Differs by XBee RF protocol XBee ZB ZNet 2 5 802 15 4 0 2 XBee 868 DigiMesh 900 0 4 Exceeding the maximum or minimum safe input values will result in AN damage to the unit 32 XBee Analog Adapter Power output specifications External terminal 6 is a power out pin It can be set to either battery pack voltage out or 12VDC at 50mA out via DIP switches 1 and 2 External terminal 5 is a system ground pin This ground pin should be used for all external ground connections for both power and input connections DIP switch 1 enables battery pack voltage minus 5VDC to terminal 6 resulting in 4VDC out with new alkaline batteries or 3 1VDC with new lithium battery DIP switch 2 enables 12VDC to terminal 6 Only one switch should be on at a time No damage will happen if both are set to on but the output will default to the 12VDC output and increased parasitic battery drain will result The battery pack voltage is on terminal 6 all the time and is not gated with the sleep of the module when DIP switch 2 is on Any current draw from terminal 6 will result in reduced battery life When DIP switch 2 is on the 12VDC at 50mA max is provided at terminal 6 This power is gated by both the sleep of the module and AT command P3 For this power setting to be on the XBee module needs to be awake and AT command P3 set to a high level 33 XBee Analog Adapter LEDs and buttons blinking
40. eval There are several avenues for programming the XBee Smart Plug To get started on developing solutions with the XBee Smart Plug using iDigi see the iDigi web page http www idigi com For details on programming the XBee Smart Plug and retrieving data from it see the XBee Smart Plug product page on the Digi Developer Community Wiki http www digi com wiki developer index php XBee Smart Plug 59 Chapter 11 Overview Sensor options XBee Sensors XBee Sensors The XBee Sensor family is a group of XBee enabled battery powered sensors incorporating an XBee module Part of Digi s Drop in Networking solutions XBee Sensors read real time data from sensors such as temperature humidity and light This data can be retrieved and transmitted through wireless communications in an XBee network infrastructure Compact size and battery power enable XBee Sensors to be dropped into facilities easily and unobtrusively while providing reliable communications Applications include building automation environmental monitoring security asset monitoring and more Installation is easy simply insert batteries add the XBee Sensor to the XBee network and configure inputs and outputs using programming information available on the Digi Developer Community Wiki Next mount the device in a desired out of the way location and begin collecting data XBee Sensors can be used with ConnectPort X gateways XBee embedded modules and othe
41. ght sensor low Hertz light bulbs such as fluorescent lamps can produce inconsistent measuring results Multiple light samples should be taken to achieve reliable results 46 XBee Sensor Adapter Connection and power on 1 Connect the sensor to the SENSOR port of the adapter 2 Connect the power supply to the adapter or insert batteries Pinouts The XBee Sensor Adapter uses an industry standard RJ45 10 pin modular jack Pin 1 is the leftmost pin and pin numbers increment from left to right Pint Pinouts for the connector are Pin Function k Not used Not used Not used GND 1 wire sensor data 5VDC switched power out GND 5VDC switched power out oO CO NIO oO A WwW N General purpose logic input for moisture sensor k oO Not used 47 XBee Sensor Adapter Software programming and data retrieval There are several avenues for programming the XBee Sensor Adapter e To get started on developing solutions with the XBee Sensor Adapter using iDigi see the iDigi web page http www idigi com e For details on programming the XBee Sensor Adapter and retrieving data from it using available Python modules see the topic on the Digi Python Wiki titted Programming XBee Drop in Networking Accessories Adapters Routers Sensors http www digi com wiki developer index php title Programming XBe e_Drop in Networking Accessories 28Adapt
42. green solid green lt Reset button E lt DIP switches LED Button Function Power LED Indicates that power is on Illuminated only when adapter is connected to external power only not when powered by batteries Not available in lithium battery models Assc LED Indicates the adapters s network association status This LED functions differently depending on the XBee RF protocol for the product See Network association on page 11 for more information Reset button Recessed button on underside of the adapter Performs equivalent of a power cycle Use a small non conductive tool with a blunt end to press gently and hold down button Ident button Recessed button on power end of the adapter between Assc and Power LEDs Performs multiple functions for identifying and configuring the adapter in a wireless network Button presses and actions vary by XBee RF protocol see Commissioning and identity behaviors on page 13 Consecutive button presses must occur within 800 milliseconds of each other to perform the desired action 34 XBee Digital I O Adapter Chapter 5 XBee Digital I O Adapter Overview The XBee Digital I O Adapter provides short range wireless connectivity to any digital device as well as an interface to logic level inputs and sinking driver output Unlike an embedded wireless module which requires design integration and development time these off the shelf adapters provi
43. he adapter 2 Connect the power supply to the adapter or insert batteries 20 Pinouts XBee RS 232 Adapter The RS 232 connector is an industry standard DB9 male connector with a DTE configuration similar to a PC serial port To connect the XBee RS232 Adapter to another DTE device use a standard DB9 crossover serial cable similar to Digi part number 76000642 To connect the XBee RS232 Adapter to a DCE device use a straight through null modem cable similar to Digi part number 63000066 01 Pin 1 is in the leftmost pin on the upper row of pins pin numbers increment from left to right continuing left to right on the second row Pint Pinouts for the connector are Pin Function Data direction 1 CD Input 2 RXD Input 3 TXD Output 4 DTR Output 5 GND 6 DSR Input 7 RTS Output 8 CTS Input 9 12VDC switched power out Output 21 XBee RS 232 Adapter Software programming and data retrieval There are several avenues for programming the adapter To get started on developing solutions with the XBee RS 232 Adapter using iDigi see the iDigi web page http www idigi com For details on programming the adapter and retrieving data from it see the XBee RS 232 Adapter product page on the Digi Developer Community Wiki http www digi com wiki developer index php XBee RS 232 Adapter LEDs and buttons blinking green solid green lt lt Reset button
44. i Developer Community Wiki http www digi com wiki developer index php XBee_ Digital 1 O Adapter Important Serial communications disabled on XBee Analog and Digital I O Adapters For the XBee Analog and Digital I O Adapters the XBee firmware disables the XBee module s serial communications functionality so that the pins normally used for serial communications can instead be used for additional I O functionality As a result once an XBee module has been loaded with the firmware image specific to the XBee Analog or Digital I O Adapters the XBee module can no longer be configured using X CTU the XBee serial API or local AT commands The only way to configure these adapters is by using the Ident or Ident Reset commissioning and identification button see Commissioning and identity behaviors on page 13 for description and OTA commands either by using a ConnectPort gateway X CTU or by using the remote command API of another serial enabled module associated to the same network 41 XBee Digital I O Adapter LEDs and buttons blinking green solid green LED Button Function Power LED Indicates that power is on Illuminated only when adapter is connected to external power only not when powered by batteries Not available in lithium battery models Assc LED Indicates the adapters s network association status This LED functions differently depending on the XBee RF protocol for the product See Network associ
45. i com wiki developer index php Main Page Each product s chapter shows the link to the Wiki page for programming the product For an index page for all XBee Drop in Networking Accessories go to http www digi com wiki developer index php Category Drop in Networking Products Digi Python Custom Development Environment page Python is a dynamic object oriented language for developing software applications from simple programs to complex embedded applications Python functions can be used to obtain data from attached and integrated sensors on XBee Drop in Networking Accessories Find this page at http www digi com technology drop in networking python jsp Digi Python Programming Guide This guide introduces the Python programming language by showing how to create and run a simple Python program It reviews Python modules particularly modules with Digi specific behavior It describes how to load and run Python programs onto Digi devices either through the command line or web user interfaces and how to run several sample Python programs Find this guide at the Digi Python Wiki page in the Start Here section click the link titled Digi Python Programmer s Guide http www digi com wiki developer index php Python Wiki Python Support Forum on digi com Find answers to common questions and exchange ideas and examples with other members of the Digi Python development community at http www digi com support forum forum jspa forumID 104
46. ion General information Product compatibility and differences among XBee RF protocols XBee Drop in Networking Accessories contain an XBee or XBee PRO module an RF module that performs the wireless communications for your product Certain RF module behaviors vary by XBee RF protocol This section describes those differences and how they affect product operation Compatibility Drop in Networking Accessories that use a particular XBee RF protocol are compatible with other products of the same XBee RF protocol only XBee ZB products will only work with other XBee ZB products XBee 802 15 4 products with other XBee 802 15 4 products and so on This applies to gateways as well ConnectPort X gateway products with an XBee ZB module are compatible with other such gateways 802 15 4 gateways with other such gateways and so on Users must standardize on one XBee RF protocol series for operability Product support and availability by XBee RF protocol Product availability varies by XBee RF protocol The table shows the XBee Drop in Networking Accessories available for each XBee platform Product pong ia Fan ae pn PEN Ban aria Energy 900 2 4 XBee RS 232 Adapter v v v v V v XBee RS 485 Adapter vA v v v vV v XBee Analog Adapter a vA vA v V v XBee Digital I O Adapter Y a vA v v V XBee USB Adapter vA vA v v XStick vA v vV XBee Wall Router vV vV XBee Smart Energy v Range Extender XBee Smart Plug v v XBee Sen
47. ith the sleeping network Products that are not configured for sleep use the Assc LED to indicate that they are operating properly Synchronous Sleep compatible LED Status General information Meaning No On blinking green Product is powered and operating properly Yes On solid green Product has not synchronized with the network or has lost synchronization with the network Yes On slow blinking green Product is acting as the network sleep coordinator and 500 mSec blink time is operating properly Yes On fast blinking green Product is properly synchronized with the network 250 mSec blink time 12 General information Commissioning and identity behaviors The Ident button or on some products a combined Reset Ident button performs multiple functions to identify and configure the product in an XBee network The location of this button is shown in each product s chapter Button presses and actions for each XBee RF protocol vary as shown in the following tables These descriptions introduce XBee module concepts and commands For additional information on these concepts and commands see the product manual for your XBee module Consecutive button presses must occur within 800 milliseconds of each other to perform the desired action Note For more detailed descriptions and configuration information see theCB section in the relevant XBee XBee PRO OEM Product manual XBee SE
48. lithium battery models Assc LED Indicates the adapters s network association status This LED functions differently depending on the XBee RF protocol for the product See Network association on page 11 for more information Reset button Recessed button on underside of the adapter Performs equivalent of a power cycle Use a small non conductive tool with a blunt end to press gently and hold down button Ident button Recessed button on power end of the adapter between Assc and Power LEDs Performs multiple functions for identifying and configuring the adapter in a wireless network Button presses and actions vary by XBee RF protocol see Commissioning and identity behaviors on page 13 Consecutive button presses must occur within 800 milliseconds of each other to perform the desired action 26 XBee Analog Adapter Chapter 4 XBee Analog Adapter Overview The XBee Analog Adapter provides short range wireless connectivity to any analog device Unlike an embedded wireless module which requires design integration and development time this off the shelf adapter provides instant wireless connectivity to existing analog devices All XBee adapters can be used with Digi s ConnectPort X gateways for data aggregation and IP connectivity The XBee Analog adapter allows for several interfaces to analog devices It provides greater flexibility and uses than XBee Sensors in that it can be used with a variety of off
49. nna RF performance Indoor urban range Up to 100 ft 30 m RF line of sight range Up to 100 ft 30 m Transmit power output 50 mW 17 dBm RF data rate 250kbp Serial interface data rate software selectable 1200 bps 1M bps Receiver sensitivity 102dBm 1 PER Networking and security Supported network topologies Point to point Point to multipoint Peer to peer ZigBee Number of channels software selectable 16 5 MHz channels Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum Addressing options PAN Channel and address Certifications The XBee Smart Plug is a radio transceiver and has received these agency approvals e UL cUL 244A Third Edition Standard for Solid State Controls for Appliances PENDING e FCC Part 15 Class B PENDING e EN55022 Class B EN 55024 PENDING e RoHS Compliant United States FCC Part 15 247 FCC ID 50001550 xx Industry Canada IC IC 50001550 xx Europe CE ETSI 75 Integrated sensors for XBee Smart Plug Hardware specifications Sensor Current sensor Specification Value Sensor method Detects current draw from user AC socket Range OA to 12 5A Output error 100mA Ambient light sensor Range of spectral bandwidth 360 to 970 nm similar to human eye Wavelength of peak sensitivity 570 nm 76 XBee Sensors Hardware specifications
50. on Power Options 3 7 to 6 VDC Power supply must be rated 3 7 to 6 VDC Digi part number for 5V power supply XA ACC PS5 NR Battery uses custom lithium battery pack Digi part number XA ACC CS L Replacement batteries available for purchase contact Digi at 952 912 3444 9 to 30 VDC Power supply must be rated 9 to 30 VDC Digi part number for 9V power supply XA ACC PS Battery uses quantity 3 of 1 5V N Cell alkaline batteries input power is automatically down converted Can use standard off the shelf batteries or Digi part number XA ACC BATT To install batteries insert a screwdriver in the slots in the side of the adapter case and twist to snap off the cover Insert the batteries following the polarity diagram on the board For additional information see Power requirements on page 69 General information Warranty exception for batteries Some XBee Drop in Networking Accessories ship with alkaline batteries that must be replaced by the user when discharged Lithium batteries must be installed or replaced by qualified service personnel Alkaline and lithium batteries are not covered under the terms and conditions of the Digi warranty Antenna considerations Products with external antennas should be mounted with the antenna oriented vertically to maximize the range Products with external antennas use RPSMA antenna connectors Products without external antennas can be mounted in any orientat
51. ot reply to the Association Request but an ACK was received after sending the request 17 blinks reserved 18 blinks Sync Loss Lost synchronization with a beaconing coordinator 19 blinks Disassociated No longer associated to coordinator 2 Associated Not supported 4 Associated Performs an ATRE command to reset the parameters in the XBee module Unassociated Associated XBee module restores to EEPROM values followed Unassociated by reset 15 General information XBee DigiMesh 900 XBee DigiMesh2 4 Sleep Button Configuration g Action press and Synch Status 1 Not configured for Immediately sends a Node Identification broadcast transmission All sleep devices that receive this transmission will blink their Associate LED rapidly for 1 second All API devices that receive this transmission will send a Node Identification frame out their UART API ID 0x95 1 Configured for sleep Wakes the module for 30 seconds or until the entire network goes to sleep Queues a Node Identification broadcast transmission to be sent at the beginning of the next network wake cycle All devices that receive this transmission will blink their Associate LED rapidly for 1 second All API devices that receive this transmission will send a Node Identification frame out their UART API ID 0x95 2 Not configured for Not supported sleep 2 Configured for sleep Causes a node which is
52. ound 6 12VDC 50mA max 12VDC 50mA max 12VDC 50mA max switched power out switched power out switched power out DIP switches The adapter has several DIP switches on the underside of the unit DIP switch 1 is the leftmost switch When the adapter is oriented with the mounting tabs facing upwards the DIP switches are in the ON position when the switches are positioned away from the screw lock connector Switch settings are DIP Switch Switch settings 1 Enables and disables direct battery pack voltage output ON battery power out OFF no battery power out Enables and disables 12V power out ON 12V power out OFF no 12V power out Not used Not used AN Note Switches 1 and 2 should not be on at the same time as increased parasitic battery drain will result 30 XBee Analog Adapter Configuration software programming and data retrieval There are several avenues for programming the adapter To get started on developing solutions with the adapter using iDigi see the iDigi web page http www idigi com For details on programming the adapter and retrieving data from it see the XBee Analog Adapter product page on the Digi Developer Community Wiki http www digi com wiki developer index php XBee_Analog_ O_ Adapter Important Serial communications disabled on XBee Analog and Digital I O Adapters For the XBee Analog and Digital Adapters the XBee firmware disa
53. ow the inputs to monitor the output sinking operation if desired There are several resources to help you configure these inputs and outputs e iDigi Dia contains a device driver to handle this configuration automatically e There are sample Python programs for configuring inputs and outputs available on the Digi Developer Community Wiki See the Wiki for this sample code and different options for issuing the AT commands over the air 39 XBee Digital I O Adapter Input output specifications and characteristics Digital mode Specification Value Digital Input Input type Non inverting Schmitt trigger gate Positive going switching threshold 1 6 VDC Negative going switching threshold 1 0 VDC Maximum safe input 30VDC Minimum safe input 5VDC Input impedance 1 5 MQ Default level when no input applied Low Digital Output Output type Open collector sinking driver Maximum sink current 1 8ADC Maximum off voltage 30VDC Minimum safe input 5VDC Resistor pullups 10K Q pulled up to 3VDC switch selectable AN Exceeding the maximum or minimum safe input values will result in damage to the unit Power output specifications External terminal 6 is a power out pin It can be set to either battery pack voltage out or 12VDC at 50mA out via DIP switches 1 and 2 External terminal 5 is a system ground pin This ground pin should be used for all external ground connections for both pow
54. pter To insert wires insert the wires into the removable screw lock connector and tighten the screws associated with the wire slots To remove wires loosen the screws associated with the wire slots and remove the wires The connector for the adapter is a 6 position wire terminal block The figure shows Pin 1 of the connector when the adapter is oriented with the mounting tabs facing upwards the underside of the adapter Pym lt Reset button lt lt DIP switches Screw lock connector 2 Connect the power supply to the adapter or insert batteries 37 XBee Digital I O Adapter Pinouts Using the orientation in the figure on the previous page pin 1 is the right most pin on the screw lock connector and pin numbers increment from right to left Pinouts for the connector are Pin Function These pins are configurable as digital input or sinking driver output GND 0 a A Ww PY 12VDC 50mA max switched power out DIP switches The adapter has several DIP switches on the underside of the unit DIP switch 1 is the leftmost switch When the adapter is oriented with the mounting tabs facing upwards the DIP switches are in the ON position when the switches are positioned away from the screw lock connector Switch settings are DIP Switch Switch settings 1 Enables and disables direct battery pack voltage output ON battery power out OFF no battery power out 2 En
55. r LOSS DAMAGE OF PROPERTY To reduce the risk of electric shock this equipment has a grounding type plug with a third grounding pin This plug will fit into a grounding type outlet only If the plug does not fit into the outlet contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet Do not change the plug in any way Install this product in accordance with all national state and local electrical codes This product is for indoor use in dry locations only This product generates heat The room in which it is installed must have adequate ventilation or the ability to dissipate heat effectively This product is not fault tolerant and is not designed manufactured or intended for any use requiring fail safe performance in which failure could lead to death serious personal injury or severe physical or environmental damage This includes but is not limited to the operation of aircraft or nuclear facilities or for the control of devices that preserve maintain or contribute to human or animal safety or life support IMPORTANT Using this product in a manner outside of normal conditions and other than that described here opening this product or modifying it in any way voids your warranty Digi International Inc is not liable for any damage incurred because of the misuse or modification of this product 56 XBee Smart Plug Connection and startup 1 Plug the XBee Smart Plug into an outlet 2 To make sure the XBee Smar
56. r XBee Drop in Networking Accessories to drop in end to end device networks without the need for a wired network infrastructure There are currently two XBee Sensor product options available e XBee Sensor L T Integrated ambient light and temperature sensors e XBee Sensor L T H Integrated ambient light temperature and humidity sensors 60 XBee Sensors Siting recommendations Isolate the XBee Sensor from temperature sources other than the one you are measuring For example when using it to monitor indoor room temperature do not place it in direct or indirect sunlight For the light sensor low Hertz light bulbs such as fluorescent lamps can produce inconsistent measuring results Multiple light samples should be taken to achieve reliable results Connection and power on 1 Insert batteries Device power is indicated by the green ASSC LED on the front panel of the XBee Sensor 2 Discover the XBee Sensor in the XBee network and change configuration settings as needed as described in Configuration with a ConnectPort X gateway on page 63 3 Mount the XBee Sensor in the desired location Software programming and data retrieval There are several avenues for programming the XBee Sensor To get started on developing solutions with the XBee Sensor using iDigi see the iDigi web page http www idigi com For details on programming the XBee Sensor and retrieving data from it see XBee Sensors product page on the Digi
57. read Spectrum depending on the type of XBee RF Modem Addressing options PAN ID Channel 2 64 64 bit addresses Certifications UL cUL 60950 1 CSA 22 2 No 60950 1 03 CE EN 60950 1 CB Scheme IEC 60950 1 FCC Part 15 Class B EN55022 Class B EN 55024 VCCI C Tick pending RoHS Compliant ZigBee Smart Energy Range Extender Device Smart Energy Wall Router 73 Integrated sensors for XBee Wall Router Hardware specifications Sensor Specification Value Temperature sensor Range 4 F to 158 F 20 C to 70 C Accuracy 2 C Ambient light sensor Range of spectral bandwidth 360 to 970 nm similar to human eye Wavelength of peak sensitivity 570 nm Environment conditions Not to exceed 1200 lux or will cause inaccurate temperature readings 74 XBee Smart Plug Hardware specifications Specification Value Environmental Operating temperature 4 F to 104 F 20 C to 40 C Relative humidity 5 to 95 non condensing Power requirements AC power input 120VAC 50 60 Hz Load rating Resistive 120VAC 8A Inductive 0 75 pf 120VAC 960VA Motor 1 3 HP 7 2 FLA Dimensions Length 3 07 in 9 40 cm Width 2 42 in 6 14 cm Height 1 47 in 3 73 cm Weight 0 26 Ib 12 kg RF operation Operating frequency band 2 4GHz ISM Antenna options Internal ante
58. s device driver go to this web page and select the download appropriate for your operating system http www ftdichip com Drivers VCP htm http www ftdichip com Drivers VCP Linux ftdi_sio tar gz 43 XBee USB Adapter Software programming and data retrieval There are several avenues for programming the adapter To get started on developing solutions with the adapter using iDigi see the iDigi web page http www idigi com For details on programming the adapter and retrieving data from it see the XBee USB Adapter product page on the Digi Developer Community Wiki http www digi com wiki developer index php XBee USB Adapter LEDs and buttons There is one LED and one button on the end of the adapter opposite the USB connector Assoc Reset I Associate Power LED Reset button blinking green associated LED Button Function Associate Indicates the adapters s network association status This LED functions differently Power LED depending on the XBee RF protocol for the product See Network association on page 11 for more information Reset button Performs a reset Use a small non conductive tool with a blunt end to press gently and hold down button 44 XBee Sensor Adapter Chapter 7 XBee Sensor Adapter Overview The XBee Sensor Adapter provides short range wireless connectivity to Digi Watchport Sensors Unlike an embedded wireless module which req
59. s enabled on a compatible neighboring Smart 52 XBee Wall Router Smart Energy Range Extender Energy network when this happens the Smart Energy Range Extender will join that network 3 A joined Smart Energy Range Extender checks its connection to the network s Coordinator every 30 seconds If the connection is lost the Associate Power LED will flash Software programming and data retrieval XBee Wall Router There are several avenues for programming the XBee Wall Router To get started on developing solutions with the XBee Wall Router using iDigi see the iDigi web page http www idigi com For details on programming the XBee Wall Router and retrieving data from it see the XBee Wall Router product page on the Digi Developer Community Wiki http www digi com wiki developer index php XBee Wall Router Smart Energy Range Extender For details on using the Smart Energy Range Extender refer to the XBee XBee PRO SE Smart Energy RF Modules User s Guide available on the Digi website http www digi com 53 XBee Wall Router Smart Energy Range Extender LEDs buttons and integrated sensors Q Temperature sensor internal Reset Ident O Associate Light sensor button Power LED LED Button Function Associate Power LED Indicates the XBee Wall Router s network association status This LED functions differently depending on the XBee RF protocol for the product See Network association
60. sociation On solid green Not associated On blinking green Successfully joined XBee SE Products used in Smart Energy networks the Assoc LED indicates network association status as follows LED status Network association On solid green Successfully joined On blinking green Not joined joining or joined but connection invalid Smart Energy Range Extender The Smart Energy Range Extender s Assoc LED indicates its join status once joined it also indicates the status of its connection to the network s Coordinator LED status Network association On solid green Joined connection to Coordinator is working On 3 sec blink Not joined Al register indicates why On 1 sec blink Trying to join On 1 4 sec blink Joined but connection to Coordinator is not working XBee 802 15 4 XBee 868 Products used in networks that do not use a coordinator for network association are not set up to associate but are configured with a default PAN ID and destination address To maintain LED consistency on power up these products immediately indicate association by blinking For more information regarding association options see the product manual for the XBee module in your product 11 XBee DigiMesh 900 XBee DigiMesh2 4 Products that have been configured in a synchronous sleep compatible mode use the Assc LED to indicate the status of the nodes synchronization w
61. sors vV v a New customer deployments should not use the ZNet 2 5 protocol Instead use the ZigBee certified ZB protocol ZNet an older protocol based on a Designed for ZigBee stack should only be used where required for compatibility with previously deployed ZNet 2 5 products XBee PRO 868 availability XBee PRO 868 adapters are available for use in Europe only Please see the XBee PRO 868 OEM RF Modules Product Manual from more information Firmware Updates General information The following table illustrates firmware update options by adapter type Adapter Firmware Update USB Adapter Allowed XStick Allowed RS 232 Adapter Allowed RS 485 Adapter Not Allowed Analog Adapter Not Allowed Digital I O Adapter Not Allowed XBee Wall Router Allowed with programming cable XBee Smart Energy Range Extender Allowed with programming cable XBee Smart Plug Allowed with programming cable ZB Adapters allow OTA Over The Air firmware updates The firmware for other adapter types must be updated locally 10 General information Network association The Assc LED indicates the network association status for an XBee Drop in Networking Accessory in an XBee network XBee ZB XBee ZNet 2 5 Products used in networks that use a coordinator for network association the Assoc LED indicates network association status as follows LED status Network as
62. t Plug is properly connected to the XBee network check the Associate Power LED as described on page 58 3 Discover the XBee Smart Plug in the XBee network and change configuration settings as needed as described in Configuration with a ConnectPort X gateway on page 63 4 Plug the appliance you want to control into the user outlet of the XBee Smart Plug Note By default power to the user outlet is disabled In order to power the attached appliance the user outlet must be enabled in the device configuration settings as described in Configuration with a ConnectPort X gateway on page 63 57 XBee Smart Plug Device operation LEDs buttons and integrated sensors User outlet P Reset urrent i button on sensor inside side panel case Outlet LED Associate LED Light sensor 58 XBee Smart Plug LED Button Fun tion Sensor User outlet Standard AC 110V 3 prong socket used to power external appliance Important Adhere to the product s load ratings Power control to the user outlet is configured by the XBee module s digital I O channel D4 This channel must be configured as a digital output By default power is disabled to the user outlet indicated by off state of the outlet LED To enable power to the outlet D4 must be set high which in turn will be indicated by the outlet LED glowing Current sensor Detects current draw from user AC socket The XBee Smart Plug uses a hall effect current
63. ted States FCC Part 15 247 FCC ID XBee ZB ZNet 2 5 series MCQ XSTICK2 XBee 802 15 4 series MCQ XSTICK1 Industry Canada IC IC XBee ZB ZNet 2 5 series 1846A XSTICK1 XBee 802 15 4 series 1846A XSTICK2 Europe CE ETSI Japan TELEC Yes 72 Hardware specifications XBee Wall Router Smart Energy Range Extender Specification Value Environmental Operating temperature 4 F to 167 F 20 C to 75 C Relative humidity 5 to 95 non condensing Power requirements AC power input Universal AC input 85VAC to 265VAC Locking mechanism Secure unit to electrical outlet using center outlet screw U S only Dimensions Length 2 87 in 7 30 cm Width 2 87 in 5 0 cm Height 1 37 in 3 50 cm Weight 2 50 oz 70 87 g RF operation Operating frequency band 2 4GHz ISM Antenna options Internal antenna RF performance Indoor Urban range Up to 300 ft 90 m Outdoor RF line of sight range Up to 2 miles 3200 m Transmit power output 63 mW 18 dBm RF data rate 250 000 bps Receiver sensitivity 102 dBm 1 PER Networking and security Supported network topologies XBee Wall Router Point to point Point to multipoint Peer to peer ZigBee XBee Smart Energy Range Extender ZigBee Smart Energy Application Profile Number of channels Up to 16 5 MHz channels Direct Sequence Sp
64. thin a wireless network where signal erosion or loss occurs due to distance limitations or air interference It also serves to create multiple pathways increasing the redundancy of the mesh communications to ensure maximum network reliability In addition to wireless network extension the XBee Wall Router also includes integrated temperature and light sensors Customers using ConnectPort X gateways have the ability to retrieve data from these sensors At this time the Smart Energy Range Extender does not support data retrieval from its sensors 51 XBee Wall Router Smart Energy Range Extender Siting recommendations Isolate the XBee Wall Router from temperature sources other than the one you are measuring For example when using it to monitor indoor room temperature do not place it in direct or indirect sunlight For the light sensor low Hertz light bulbs such as fluorescent lamps can produce inconsistent measuring results Multiple light samples should be taken to achieve reliable results Light and temperature sensors The XBee Wall Router s light sensor is designed to be used in environments of less than or equal to 1200 lux If the light sensor is exposed to light greater than 1200 lux it causes temperature readings to be inaccurate until the bright light is removed Connection and startup for the XBee Wall Router 1 2 Plug the XBee Wall Router into an outlet To make sure your XBee Wall Router is properly connected
65. to the XBee network check the Associate Power LED as described on page 54 Discover the XBee Wall Router in the XBee network and change configuration settings as needed as described in Configuration with a ConnectPort X gateway on page 63 Connection and startup for the Smart Energy Range Extender 1 Plug the Smart Energy Range Extender into an outlet Verify that it has power by a flashing Associate Power LED Register the MAC address and link key or install code of the Smart Energy Range Extender with the Coordinator of the Smart Energy network Set your Smart Energy network to permit joining Start the Smart Energy Range Extender s join process by pressing the ident button once Joining may require up to 30 seconds to complete The Associate Power LED will continue to flash while the device attempts to join the network NOTE Do not press the ident button within two minutes of the initial join attempt When the Smart Energy Range Extender has joined the network successfully the Associate Power LED will be lit and steady Operating the Smart Energy Range Extender 1 To allow other devices to join your Smart Energy network via the Smart Energy Range Extender press the ident button twice To make a joined Smart Energy Range Extender leave the network press the ident button four times The Smart Energy Range Extender will leave the network attempt to rejoin then attempt to join a new network If joining i
66. uires design integration and development time these off the shelf adapters provide instant wireless connectivity to existing Watchport Sensors All XBee adapters can be used with Digi s ConnectPort X gateways for data aggregation and IP connectivity Available sensor products The XBee Sensor Adapter can be used with a variety of Watchport sensors For a description and list of supported sensors go to Digi s Drop in Networking page at www digi com din navigate to Products and click on Sensors 45 XBee Sensor Adapter Power options Depending on adapter model there are several powering options Lithium battery model This model can be powered by a 3 6VDC external power supply or by 2 3 AA 3 6V lithium batteries and a 1 2 AA boost capacitor Replacement batteries available for purchase contact Digi at 952 912 3444 or 877 912 3444 Alkaline battery model This product can be powered by a 9 30VDC external power supply see Power requirements on page 69 or by batteries Use 3x1 5V N alkaline battery cells To install batteries insert a screwdriver in the slots in the side of the adapter case and twist to snap off the cover Insert the batteries following the polarity diagram on the board Siting recommendations Isolate the XBee Sensor Adapter from temperature sources other than the One you are measuring For example when using it to monitor indoor room temperature do not place it in direct or indirect sunlight For the li
67. with common device types and can also be extended to include new devices e By using existing Python modules provided by Digi e By using your own custom Python programs e By issuing remote AT commands from another XBee device 28 Connection and power on Connect the wires for the desired analog device to the connector for the adapter The connector accommodates wire gauges from 16AWG to 1 XBee Analog Adapter To insert wires insert the wires into the removable screw lock connector and tighten the screws associated with the wire slots To remove wires loosen the screws associated with the wire slots and remove the wires The connector for the adapter is a 6 position wire terminal block The figure shows Pin 1 of the connector when the adapter is oriented with the mounting tabs facing upwards the underside of the adapter MEE lt Reset button lt 4 DIP switches Screw lock connector 2 Connect the power supply to the adapter or insert batteries 29 XBee Analog Adapter Pinouts Using the orientation in the figure on the previous page pin 1 is the right most pin and pin numbers increment from right to left Pinouts for the connector are Analog Mode Pin Ten Volt Current Loop Differential 1 0 10 Volt 4 20 mA Terminal Pair 1 positive 2 0 10 Volt 4 20 mA Terminal Pair 1 negative 3 0 10 Volt 4 20 mA Terminal Pair 2 positive 4 0 10 Volt 4 20 mA Terminal Pair 2 negative 5 Ground Ground Gr

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