Contributing 

How do I test a XBee module?

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How do I test a XBee module?

Configure the XBee modules for a range test

  1. Add two XBee modules to XCTU.
  2. Select the first XBee module and click the Load default firmware settings button .
  3. Configure the following parameters:
  4. Click the Write radio settings button .
  5. Select the other XBee module and click .
  6. Configure the following parameters:

What is CTU?

XCTU is a free multi-platform application designed to enable developers to interact with Digi RF modules through a simple-to-use graphical interface. It includes new tools that make it easy to set-up, configure and test XBee® RF modules.

How to configure XBee using XCTU?

Add XBee modules to XCTU

  1. Connect two XBee modules to your computer using the USB cables.
  2. Launch XCTU.
  3. Click the Configuration working modes button .
  4. Click the Discover radio modules button .
  5. In the Discover radio devices dialog, select the serial ports where you want to look for XBee modules, and click Next.

What is the maximum range of Zigbee?

Zigbee

International standard IEEE 802.15.4
Developed by Connectivity Standards Alliance
Industry Industrial, scientific, medical, and IoT
Physical range 10 to 100 meters
Website https://csa-iot.org/

How do I program a XBee module?

Follow the steps below:

  1. Plug your XBee into your XBee Explorer, and plug the Explorer into your computer.
  2. Open XCTU.
  3. Hit Test/Query to make sure you can communicate with your XBee WiFi.
  4. Click over to the “Modem Configuration” tab.
  5. Select “Active Scan” near the top of the scrolling window.

What is XBee module?

XBee is a brand name that refers to a family of devices from Digi International. Digi XBee radio modules share common form factors, a standard host interface, supporting tools and software, and a group of protocols to select from including Wi-Fi, LTE cellular, DigiMesh® as well as Zigbee.

What is the full form of CTU?

Central Transmission Utility(CTU)

Is CTU an accredited college?

University Accreditation Colorado Technical University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

How do I configure XBee?

How to configure ZigBee/Xbee Pro

  1. XBee connection with USB adapter. Place the XBee module on XBee USB adapter:
  2. Download and Install XCTU software 6.1.
  3. Now configure the first radio as COORDINATOR.
  4. Now click on the second radio and configure this as ROUTER.
  5. Communication between Coordinator and Router.
  6. Check the Output.

What is the difference between Zigbee and XBee?

XBee is a family of radio modules and is a registered trademark of Digi International. Zigbee is a wireless communications protocol and a registered trademark of the Zigbee Alliance. Many people confuse these two names because both are involved in radio networking and have “Bee” in their branding.