I am unsuccessfully trying to configure two xbee boards to communicate with each other. Electrical engineering stack exchange is a question and answer site for electronics and electrical engineering professionals, students, and enthusiasts. Xbee3 over the air remote at command using xctu wireless. Mar 31, 2011 this should read out of the xbee all of the parameters. X ctu is free software from digi that allows you to configure the xbees. Changing or upgrading the xbee firmware is a delicate process that may harm permanently the xbee module. When properly installed it can be launched by clicking on the icon on the pc desktop see figure 1 or selecting from the start menu see figure 2. X ctu is free software, provided by digi the manufacturer of xbee, which we use to configure and manage xbees, and test xbee networks.
Cant configure zigbee sz05adv module with xctu and cant use xbee api in arduino. Instead of using xbee shield, i connected xbee and pi with dupont linespin. Matlab communication with xbee 900 matlab answers matlab. If your xbee does not have these firmware by default, you can update the firmware by using xctu software only pc from digi. The network mapping function of digi xctu lets you explore your entire system wirelessly.
How to network xbee and the arduino tutorial australia. I am just beginning to use xbee with matlab, so i dont really know what is going wrong on my code. Both of the xbee modules have updated firmware, blank sketches have been loaded to the arduino, and they both work when paired with the explorer. Xctu is a free multiplatform application designed to enable developers to interact with digi rf modules through a simpletouse graphical. 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. On the arduino side im using the x ctu program in order to see the streaming of data. A 3 pc settings tab some displays of a successful testquery may show xb24b to reflect znet firmware instead of xb24zb to reflect the zb firmware that is actually on the xbee zb rf module. Nov 07, 2008 restart one of the hybrid computing laptops and boot it up at a pc. The coordinator is configured in api mode and the end devices are configured in at mode. The arduino serial monitor shows that all packets sent from the modem are getting the correct response, but only some of them are making it back to the xctu terminal. It includes new tools that make it easy to setup, configure and test xbee rf modules. If i send the data from raspberry py im able to view the data directly on the x ctu terminal without problems. If you havent already, head over to their website and download the latest release and follow their instructions to install the software. Xctu next gen configuration platform for xbeerf solutions.
The unique graphical network view visually presents your digi xbee network along with the signal strength of each connection. If the testquery fails, try unchecking or checking enable api under host setup. Xbee xctu software does not support windows 7 64bit operating systems. This program was designed to interact with the firmware files found on digis rf products and to provide a simpletouse graphical user interface to them. And when i click on the link for the xctu software that should allow me to configure my xbee, i get this page. Xctu includes all of the tools a developer needs to quickly get up and running with xbee. Select the port that is connected to the ftdi basic and press the test query button to ensure proper communication can be established with the xbee modem. Connect the usb cable from the usb xbee adapter to the usb port on your computer. Using xctu to download firmware and profiles to xbee rf modules. How to set up an xbee using your computer, the xctu software, and an xbee explorer interface board.
Note you must connect before you launch the software on a mac. I try to make the communication between 2 xbee first, i have an xbee connect with an arduino to send such a simple string a second, i connect another xbee to my laptop for receive the sending string and try to read the string by matlab. I could enter xbee command mode, where i got reply ok when i type some commands. Serial communications with the arduino uno configure xbees with x ctu a screenshot of x ctu software with the important buttons shown the only way we can configure the network settings of our modules is to download the program x ctu by digi digi are the xbee manufacturers. Xctu is designed to function with all windowsbased. My main issue is getting the xbee to connect through the shield and arduino. The remote xbee must have at least one input defined in order for a sample to be taken. When the program asks for updating from digi, we must answer yes so as to download all the firmware versions for all the xbee modules.
I have 2 xbees, an arduino uno, an xbee shield, and an explorer. I am using xbee pro s1 modules with rhydzo labz xbee explorer regulated with 3v3 to 5v converter and xbee explorer usb in order to connect them to microcontrolleratmega 16and laptop. Hi, my goal is to establish a network with one xbee coordinator that is attached to an personal computer running a control algorithm and 6 xbee end devices connected to an mbed. Doubleclick on the installer file and follow the xctu setup wizard. The xbeexbeepro zb firmware release can be installed on xbee znet or zb modules. Digi xctu is a free crossplatform utility that enables developers to interact with digis rf modules through a. I dont remember the details of the problem but using a different computer running xp solved it. You have set pan id the same on each xbee, and set dl though i dont see how you set it to that value. Xbeesetting support software xctu, also used as a usbttl adapter used for the xbee module configuration parameters to facilitate or to use as a wireless data transmission frequently asked questions. If i try to use the assembly packet for send the data from x ctu to raspberry pi with the enclosure program nothing appear, the raspberry doesnt. Product support rss feed for xctu software search our knowledge base for articles related to this product learn more about the xctu family expert support upgrade to handson support from our team learn more. Xctu is a free multiplatform application designed to enable developers to interact with digi rf modules through a simpletouse graphical interface. Mar 15, 2016 this is the first part video about configuration of xbee modules using x ctu software and introduction to serial data transfer.
Systemonmodules single board computers iot development kits. Through the software, the xbee configuration may be read, changed and written for updates. This free program is a product of digi international inc. Contains features from previous versions, plus adds support for xbee wifi modules, compatible with windows 2000, xp, 2003. Xctu is free software from digi that allows you to configure the xbees. Doubleclick on the installer file and follow the x ctu setup wizard. This is a java api for communication with xbeexbeepro series 1 802. Jul 21, 2010 insert the xbee module into the usb xbee adapter correctly, if you havent already. I dont have any reset button on the explorer board im using to connect the xbee to the pc. Show you the basic simple example of using xbee and arduino.
Using xctu to download firmware and profiles to xbee rf. To start with, atnd will give you a list of nodes on the network. Furthermore, it can be used with xbeesetting support software xctu. Cpi xbee r xbee pi i set same panid and destination address as source address of each other.
In case the direct link does not work, search on the website of digi for the software in the search field with the keyword xctu. The software is written in java and is crossplatform, so it can be used on windows, osx and linux. The x ctu interface the x ctu program has 4 main tabs that allow you browse current configurations, send raw text commands or data to the xbee, perform a range test with another xbee or to setup how your local pc should communicate with the xbee module. Digi xbee rf modules digi xbee cellular modems digi xbee gateways digi xbee tools. Once x ctu read the xbee it will set the modem type and function set boxes and show a list of parameters. How to send analog value from xbee to excel file aug 09, 2012, 07. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. 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. Tutorial use the hobbyduino xbee plug for wireless. Xctu was developed by digi and it is only available for windows, macos and linux. This is a java api for communication with xbee xbee pro series 1 802. Getting started with xbee pro x ctu part ii youtube. Sending a remote atmp to end devices will give you the 16bit network address of their parent.
Digi xbee xctu software rebuild network discovery tool. Once xctu has been downloaded, the next step is to install the program. Xctu can either be downloaded from digis web site or an installation cd. The xctu interface the xctu program has 4 main tabs that allow you browse current configurations, send raw text commands or data to the xbee, perform a range test with another xbee or to setup how your local pc should communicate with the xbee module. I know that for some modules digimesh, 868 they support an atno setting of 2, which adds the rssi value as a field to the node discovery responses. Xbee3 firmware over the air fota update using xctu wireless. Connect a radio following any of the methods described in wiring an xbee. Libelium supplies the xbee transceivers with the desired firmware version 802. However, i cannot get the message from each other in minicom. Tutorial use the hobbyduino xbee plug for wireless arduino. Xbee module configuration the xctu interface pyroelectro. Launch the xctu software icon should be on the desktop.
Xctu is a standalone tool for configuring xbee modules. Digi xctu includes all of the software tools you need to get up and running with digi xbee fast. I open xctu add the com5 port and click the test query button but the following window appears. Serial communications with the arduino uno configure xbees with xctu a screenshot of xctu software with the important buttons shown the only way we can configure the network settings of our modules is to download the program xctu by digi digi are the xbee manufacturers. Xbee configuration using x ctu, the configuration of the xbee may be modified and the firmware upgraded. I have had a couple problems when updating or restoring firmware but. I have had a couple problems when updating or restoring firmware but for the most part it has worked fine. On a mesh network, coordinators and routers wont have a parent. Im not sure how its compiling link quality information, you could monitor the serial communications between x ctu and the xbee radio module to determine how. In this video, i go through the steps of installing the digi internationals radio configuration software, called xctu. The x ctu has such functionality, as you can see in the picture below. Xbee usb adapter v2xbeesetting support software xctu. Xctu is free software, provided by digi the manufacturer of xbee, which we use to configure and manage xbees, and test xbee networks.
Using x ctu to download firmware and profiles to xbee rf modules introduction x ctu is a graphical windowsbased serial utility provided by digi to program and configure the firmware on its rf products, including the xbee zb and xbee znet rf modules and the digi xbee usb. Favorited favorite 12 this example assumes you have xctu installed and two compatiblyconfigured xbees one connected to your computer via a usb explorer or dongle, or serial explorer and another plugged into the shieldarduino. How to use pc to control and monitor electronics arduino project through xbee. Getting the xbee profiles for the sensestage minibee. Xctu is a windowsbased application provided by digi. Starting with xctu xctu is free software, provided by digi the manufacturer of xbee, which we use to configure and manage xbees, and test xbee networks. I try to make two raspberry pi communicate text with each other via xbee s2 module. 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. The other xbee should be in the usb exlporer and plugged into the pc. I am trying to send serial data from arduino to xbee series1 and then send to another xbee series1 wirelessly in api mode with escapes. For example d12, d22, d33 will give you two analog and one digital values.
Click on the download link on the website to get the software. And the intuitive api frame builder helps you build and interpret api frames for digi xbees being used in api mode. How to send serial data from arduino to xbee and from xbee. Xbee module configuration install xctu pyroelectro. Configure xbee using arduino in less than 5 mins no breakout boards used duration. I mean, can these parameters be set through the code stored in the programmable. This download was checked by our builtin antivirus and was rated as malware free. To enable the direct xbee communication, you need firmware version 10a1 or later i used 10a5 for xbee series 1 802.
Open the terminal tab and open the serial connection. How to set up an xbee using your computer, the x ctu software, and an xbee explorer interface board. The xctu has such functionality, as you can see in the picture below. I try to make the communication between 2 xbee first, i have an xbee connect with an arduino to send such a simple string a\n second, i connect another xbee to my laptop for receive the sending string and try to read the string by matlab. Im not sure how its compiling link quality information, you could monitor the serial communications between xctu and the xbee radio module to determine how. But, you said nothing about setting my on the two xbees. Xbee setting support software x ctu, also used as a usbttl adapter used for the xbee module configuration parameters to facilitate or to use as a wireless data transmission frequently asked questions. X ctu is a standalone tool for configuring xbee modules. How to request a sample from a remote xbee using the latest version of xctu. Xbee xctu software does not support windows 7 64bit. The dfrobot xbee usb adapter is used for the xbee module configuration parameters to facilitate wireless data transmission. The xbee may also be configured through any terminal interface or from the controller by sending the correct character sequences. In x ctu test that the xbee is seen with a testquery from the pc settings tab.
How to send serial data from arduino to xbee and from xbee to. Is it possible to set the xbee parameters such as channel, pan id, node identifier. Run through the install as you would with any windows application. The xbee profiles for sensestage are available from. Product support rss feed for xctu software search our knowledge base for articles related to this product learn more about the xctu family. Our software library provides a free download of xctu 5. I open x ctu add the com5 port and click the test query button but the following window appears. The objective of this project is to provide a flexible and simple to use api to interact with xbee radios.
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