Nov 29, 20 the arduino xbee shield is the best choice for connecting the xbee to an arduino. Hi, ive bought two xbeepro xsc with two xbee explorer regulated boards and a ftdi cable from sparkfun store. Its probably a mapping problem between the linux dev files and the wine com ports. As my arduino and xbee shield are going to sit inside an enclosure with screws and my usb port being quickly available to plug a usb cord into id like to attach an onoff switch that acts as xbeeusb rather than have to unscrew it and manually shift the jumpers into the correct places. Links to the adapter assembly and pointtopoint communication tutorials can be found below. This unit works with all xbee modules including the series 1 and series 2. I downloaded xctu and using the explorer from sainsmart, xctu could find the xbee. It shows how to get serial terminals working on mac, linux, and windows. Sep 26, 2011 the xbee can only be flashed using x ctu, a digi software program designed to write firmware and functions sets to the xbee. Once xctu has been downloaded, the next step is to install the program. Kit197 xbee wireless kit with xbee series 1 modules. Xbee 2mw pcb antenna series 2 zigbee mesh sparkfun wrl11217. The software is written in java and is crossplatform, so it can be used on windows, osx and linux.
Im connecting arduino uno to xbee s2 zigbee module directly, and x ctu cannot find xbee module via arduino. The arduino wireless shield allows your arduino board to communicate wirelessly using zigbee. These instructions are specifically for the sparkfun xbee shield, but if pin di03 of the xbee is broken out on other xbee shields you should theoretically be able to jumper that pin to the arduino reset pin as well. I dont recommend the sparkfun xbee shield since it requires soldering headers not included to connect to an arduino board. Sparkfun is an online retail store that sells the bits and pieces to make your electronics projects possible. Plug the unit into the xbee explorer, attach a mini usb cable, and you will have direct access to the serial and programming pins on the xbee unit. How to program an xbee using an xbee shield on an arduino quora. I suggest a terminal program that lets you see hex values for transmitted data which is why xctu is pretty rad.
However, i cannot get the message from each other in minicom. This board breaks out all 20 pins of the xbee to a 0. After the last page, you should already have at least one xbee connected to x ctu. However, this can apply to the xbee series 3 module as long as you configure the firmware to the legacy 802. Why i cannot connect directly arduino uno and xbee s2. Macos, linux or windows users there is a free crossplatform alternative to xctu, called moltosenso network manager. However, when i try connecting the xbee to an arduino using an arduino wireless proto shield, the xctu cant find the device. Xbee shield, simply disconnect the resistor or led next to the rssi pin using a soldering iron. If you click the test button, the xctu software will use the com1 serial port to communicate with the xbee module by reading what verison it is and reporting that back to you. How to add an xbee wireless link between a measurement arduino and an. One possible solution to the xbee shield auto reset issue could be in changing the d3 pin configuration for the end point radio from d35 to d34 in case the reset pin is wired differently on the arduino fio than on the xbee shield.
The xbee shield gives your arduino a seamless interface to xbee one of the. I am trying to get my xbee series 1 devices to communicate with each other, but i am having trouble. Hello everybody, i plan to make multiple arduino communicate with each other in a mesh network using xbees. This process works on windows, but i prefer to use ubuntu. Assembly manual first, make sure you have all the parts necessary. The xbee explorer usb board is available through sparkfun. If you want to deepen in the configuration and networking with zigbee using xbee series 2 modules we recommend that you read the book by robert faludi.
The program install and runs fine under wine but when i go to the modem configuration tab it errors out s. The xctu has such functionality, as you can see in the picture below. With the xbee explorer dongle you can plug the unit directly into your usb port and have it act as a gateway between your computer and the xbee. Expert support upgrade to handson support from our team learn more. How to set up an xbee module with arduino arduino maker pro.
You can set them up using xctu which also helps get it connected to a network. You can buy them either from sparkfun electronics or adafruit industries. The xbee can only be flashed using xctu, a digi software program designed to write firmware and functions sets to the xbee. As my arduino and xbee shield are going to sit inside an enclosure with screws and my usb port being quickly available to plug a usb cord into id like to attach an onoff switch that acts as xbee usb rather than have to unscrew it and manually shift the jumpers into the correct places. The xbee shield gives your arduino a seamless interface to xbee one of the most popular wireless platforms around. This unit works with all xbee modules including the. However, this can apply to the xbee series 3 module as long as you. The sainsmart xbee shield module, as seen below, can also be. However ive growen past that and i need moreim looking at the adc mainly, but also a reset line for my rc tank would be cool. For maclinux it will already be done but if youre using windows youll need to make a slight change to.
You can use the xctu software in wine, but it works imperfectly. A nice way to double check all of your serial communication within xctu. If you are a newbie to raspberry pi model 2, check out the link for information on raspberry pi. I had a similar problem of wireless arduino bootloading over xbee series 2 zigbee mesh network. Libelium supplies the xbee transceivers with the desired firmware version 802. The pc connection can be used to configure the xbee module through digis xctu software. If i send the data from raspberry py im able to view the data directly on the xctu terminal without problems. If you click the test button, the x ctu software will use the com1 serial port to communicate with the xbee module by reading what verison it is and reporting that back to you.
Simple communication between two arduino with xbee s2. Intro to the arduino xbee shield news all about circuits. Connect up to xbee using xctu or use another terminal. This low cost xbee usb adapter board comes in partially assembled kit form and provides a costeffective solution to interfacing a pc or microcontroller to any xbee or xbee pro module. How to use pc to control and monitor electronics arduino project through xbee. Xctu is windows only, so writing firmware on a linux or mac machine is a nogo. You may also want an xbee module, as it makes it a little easier to position the 10pin sockets to begin, place the pcb in a vise or thirdhand so that it will be easy to work on. 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. Ladyada has written a really good tutorial on how to do most of this and supplies xbee modules and xbee adapters that make it easy to use the xbees with the 5. However, if you already have an arduino and an xbee shield for it, you might want to use those to connect xctu to.
My personal suggestion is that you get two and not one, so that you can configure and test them simultaneously you can have the xctu utility open many times. Take a peak at the very first handful of settings, and you should see some familiar. I use xctu via windows running in a vm for more complex tasks such as unbricking an. I dont have any reset button on the explorer board im using to connect the xbee to the pc. I open xctu add the com5 port and click the test query button but the following window appears.
I assume the xbee zb connected to your pc with xctu is in api mode api1. Text entered in the serial monitor will be passed to the xbee, and come out the xctu or other, i use tera term serial monitor. You can have one xbee communicating at 31,250 baud and another at 9600 baud and theyll pass data back and forth just fine. Connect an xbee wireless module to an arduino uno using xctu, and. The program install and runs fine under wine but when i go to the modem configuration tab it errors out saying it cant read my modem configuration. Xctu was developed by digi and it is only available for windows, macos and linux. We highly recommend using the female sockets to avoid having to solder the xbee permanently to the breakout board. I am trying to xctu running on linux under wine so i can apply firmware to my xbee radio. You can toggle io pins, read analog and digital inputs, and set the module to. A lot of the same features mentioned above are still available but it can also work with other modules besides the xbee and has a microsd slot. Plug either the arduino and shield or the explorer board into the computer and then start the xctu program. Im not quire sure how to wire up a switch to do this. Starting with xctu configuring networks troubleshooting resources and going further introduction heads up.
Building wireless sensor networks, published by oreilly. A good way to avoid this is to set the network id otherwise known as the pan personal area nework id to a unique value. I suggest a terminal program that lets you see hex values for transmitted data which is why x ctu is pretty rad. Xbee explorer shield there are many operating systems designed for raspberry pi model 2, but most widely used are raspbian linux based and microsoft windows 10 iot core. Ive tried to use them many times, but they dont work. It works great, but trying to configure it in linux is a royal pain. The usbbased xbee explorers all operate using an ftdi ft231x chip, which converts serial to usb. With the xbee explorer dongle you can plug the unit directly into your usb po. For this instructable i will be working with the up coming sparkfun release, the.
This is the sparkfun xbee explorer dongle unit for the digi xbee module line. There are two diff erent boards that can be used for confi guration. The xbee shield provides an interface to the xbee which adds wireless communication to an arduino project. To configure the xbees i use the xctu software from digi, you can download it free from digis website. For more information, check out the exploring xbees and xctu tutorial. We can use x ctu to easily configure each of those settings. The xbee shield helps to reduce the clutter and hassle of having the xbee connected via a cable.
The xctu program can be found under diagnostics, utilities and mibs. Sparkfun xbee explorer usb sparkfun wrl11812 this is a simple to use, usb to serial base unit for the digi xbee line. Ignore the final steps, where arduino software is invoked. Xbee programming on linux taulabstaulabs wiki github. Changing settings in your xbee is vital when working in certain environments, and. I could enter xbee command mode, where i got reply ok when i type some commands. Contrary to this picture xctu will not work on your mac how to hookup your xbee breakout board xbee explorer xbee explorer regulated xbee shield terminal windows xctu hyperterm doesnt come with windows 7 coolterm windows, mac, linux unixlinux terminal window. If youre using linux, xctu seems to work fine running under wine. How to program an xbee using an xbee shield on an arduino. Ideal for use as a base unit and for configuring radios using xctu software. However ive growen past that and i need moreim looking at the adc mainly, but also a reset line for my rc tank.
If the xbee shield module is being used, put your arduino in reset, which means run a wire from reset to ground as seen below, and make sure the jumpers on the shield are set to usb. Connect the usb cable from the usb xbee adapter to the usb port on your computer. Simple arduino uno and two xbee s1 sparkfun electronics. The x ctu has such functionality, as you can see in the picture below. How to add an xbee link archived forum openenergymonitor. X ctu is windows only, so writing firmware on a linux or mac machine is a nogo. Starting with x ctu configuring networks troubleshooting resources and going further introduction heads up. Xbee interfacing with raspberry pi model 2 source code. Here we will use console mode of xctu to view received data, hence, xbee connected to the computer with xctu should be set as end device.
The most basic way to communicate using the xbee modems is point to point. Simple communication between two arduino with xbee s2 help. That means one modem communicating with another modem. Youd have a second xbee connected to your arduino board well refer to this. Not sure which xbee module or accessory is right for you. Cpi xbee r xbee pi i set same panid and destination address as source address of each other. Changing or upgrading the xbee firmware is a delicate process that may harm permanently the xbee module. Originally, this tutorial was written to configure an xbee series 1 to communicate in transparency mode. Sparkfun xbee explorer dongle wrl11697 sparkfun electronics. To download, try this link or search for x ctu download.
I do wonder why the switch is there, if it doesnt end up working. I am trying to x ctu running on linux under wine so i can apply firmware to my xbee radio. The code provides with the needed functionality to let zigbee capable, lowpowered devices to access internet and get accessed. With xbee, instead of being tied down by a serial cable inches away from a paired device your arduino can pass data over the air to another device hundreds of feet away. Ive tried to manage them by x ctu, xbee module has been connect using sparkfun xbee explorer regulated board and ftdi usb cable. Im using an older rev of the sparkfun xbee explorer usb board, but any of the following should work. Issues with connecting xbee to arduino uno r3 arduino. Xbee 2mw pcb antenna series 2 zigbee mesh sparkfun wrl. Sparkfun xbee wireless kit includes xbee shield, xbee explorer. A repository for storing documents and the wiki for the fanuc robotic arm project at fiore. If you want to do it with xctu simply select a new id and. In case the direct link does not work, search on the website of digi for the software in the search field with the keyword x ctu.
Ubibee is a software project designed to run in an arduino uno with an ethernet shield and an xbee shield. Click on the discover devices icon to add your xbee in the xctu software. Diy drone, computer projects, raspberry, linux, arduino projects, arduino. Show you the basic simple example of using xbee and arduino. This page describes how to use xctu to load an xbee configuration profile onto an xbee, to prepare the xbee for use with the sensestage minibee. Generally to use x ctu to talk to the xbee, one would use an xbee explorer board or a development board. Wrl08664 and they work great for 9600 bps comunication ive gotten faster speeds too. The moltosenso team collaborated with us writing a special tutorial on the setup of xbee radios for ardupilot and copter telemetry using their software. In this tutorial we will use two xbee series 1 modules with the arduino uno board. The id is 4 bytes of hexadecimal and can range from 0000 to ffff. If you want to do it with x ctu simply select a new id and write it to the module. To configure the xbees i use the xctu software from digi, you can download it. The xbee explorer usb from sparkfun is a simple to use, usb to serial base unit for the xbee line.
If youre still over in the console tab, click back over to the configuration tab. How to add an xbee wireless link between a measurement arduino and an ethernet arduino. On the arduino side im using the xctu program in order to see the streaming of data. How to install drivers for the ftdi basic on windows, mac os x, and linux.
You can find xbee shields on ebay, often for less, but keep in mind delivery may be slow when shipped from china. Product support rss feed for digi xbee wifi s6b search our knowledge base for articles related to this product learn more about the digi xbee wifi family. So im trying first to establish a simple communication txrx between two arduino with xbee series 2, using the xbeearduino library in arduino 1. I open x ctu add the com5 port and click the test query button but the following window appears. Sparkfun xbee explorer usb wrl11812 sparkfun electronics.
Jan 28, 2009 the digi x ctu software is a handy windows application to configure the large amount of settings on the xbee. Actobotics basic differential platform december 22, 2014. Xbee module configuration install xctu pyroelectro. Contrary to this picture xctu will not work on your mac how to hookup your xbee breakout board xbee explorer xbee explorer regulated xbee shield terminal windows xctu hyperterm doesnt come with windows 7 coolterm windows, mac, linux unixlinux terminal window plenty of others 96008n1. I have 1x arduino uno, 1x xbee shield, 1x xbee usb explorer, 2x xbee s1. The arduino xbee shield is the best choice for connecting the xbee to an arduino. Take any arduino,uno preferably attach its ground pin to its reset pin. One sketch is provided to demonstrate passing data between a computer with sparkfun xbee explorer usb and a remote teensy with xbee. Apr 25, 2017 the original xbee shield has been deprecated and the arduino website recommends getting the current wireless sd shield. Sparkfun xbee 2mw wire antenna series 2 zigbee mesh.
Were going to show you how to do all of that in this tutorial. Im connecting arduino uno to xbee s2 zigbee module directly, and xctu cannot find xbee module via arduino. You may return any new computer purchased from that is dead on arrival, arrives in damaged condition, or is still in unopened boxes, for a full refund within 30 days of purchase. You also need either a shield, usb adapter, or breakout board to connect it to your devices. How to set up an xbee using your computer, the xctu software, and an xbee explorer interface board. Cpixbee rxbeepi i set same panid and destination address as source address of each other. Connect up to xbee using x ctu or use another terminal. How to set up an xbee using your computer, the xctu software, and an xbee explorer interface. Get started with the sparkfun wireless motor driver shield. Hi, ive bought two xbee pro xsc with two xbee explorer regulated boards and a ftdi cable from sparkfun store.
Information and resources s c o t t e r i c p e t e r. So im trying first to establish a simple communication txrx between two arduino with xbee series 2, using the xbee arduino library in arduino 1. Sparkfun pro micro 5v16mhz, sparkfun redboard, seeeduino mega 2560. Issues with connecting xbee to arduino uno r3 arduino stack. You can use an xbee shield to connect an xbee to your arduino.
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