XBee & XBee-PRO DigiMesh Adapters

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  • Simple topology to deploy and grow
  • Self-healing and discovery for network stability
  • Sleeping routers supported for long battery life
  • No master/coordinator required
  • Compatible with other devices using the DigiMesh protocol, like ConnectPort X gateways, RF modules and more
  • Product datasheet

XBee and XBee-PRO DigiMesh adapters deliver wireless connectivity to electronic devices using the DigiMesh protocol. This innovative, peer-to-peer networking protocol offers users increased stability by forming self-healing, self-discovering mesh networks. DigiMesh features dense network operation and support for sleeping routers, extending the operational life of battery dependent networks.

Models

2.4 GHz Adapters North America: International:
XBee-PRO DigiMesh 2.4, RS-232 adapter
XA-M14-CS2P-A
 XA-M14-CS2P-W
XBee-PRO DigiMesh 2.4, RS-485 adapter
XA-M14-CS3P-A
 XA-M14-CS3P-W
XBee-PRO DigiMesh 2.4, digital IO adapter
XA-M14-CS4P-A
 XA-M14-CS4P-W
XBee-PRO DigiMesh 2.4, analog input adapter
XA-M14-CS5P-A
 XA-M14-CS5P-W
XBee-PRO DigiMesh 2.4, USB adapter
XA-M14-CE1P-A
 XA-M14-CE1P-W
900 MHz Adapters North America: International:
XBee-PRO DigiMesh 900, 485 adapter, external RPSMA antenna (included) (3 - 6V)
XA-M94-CS3P-A
 Not applicable
XBee-PRO DigiMesh 900, USB adapter
XA-M94-CE1P-A
 Not applicable
XBee-PRO DigiMesh 900, 232 adapter, external RPSMA antenna (included) (3 - 6V)
XA-M94-CS2P-A
 Not applicable
XBee-PRO DigiMesh 900, DIO adapter, external RPSMA antenna (included) (3 - 6V)
XA-M94-CS4P-A
 Not applicable
XBee-PRO DigiMesh 900, AIO adapter, external RPSMA antenna (included) (3 - 6V)
XA-M94-CS5P-A
 Not applicable

Specs

Platform DigiMesh 2.4 DigiMesh 900
Performance
Data Rate 250 Kbps 156 Kbps
Indoor/Urban Range 300 ft (90 m) / 200 ft (60 m) Int'l variant 1.8 miles (3 km)
Outdoor/RF Line-of-Sight Range 1 mile (1.6 km) / 2500 ft (750 m) Int'l variant 6 miles (10 km)
Transmit Power 63 mW (+18 dBm) / 10 mW (+10 dBm) Int'l variant 50 mW (+17 dBm)
Receiver Sensitivity (1% PER) -100 dBm
Features
Configuration Method API or AT commands
Frequency Band 2.4 GHz ISM 900 MHz ISM
Interference Immunity DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum) FHSS (Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum)
Serial Data Interface RS-232 DB9M/DTE or RS-485 (6-position wire terminal block) switch selectable between RS-422 half-duplex, RS-422 full duplex and RS-485
USB Data Interface USB 2.0 full speed (with ESD protection); connects to host via captive 1-meter cable
Analog Interface & Digital I/O 6-position wire terminal block; Analog: 0 - 10V, 4 - 20 mA, or +/- 2VDC differential;
Digital IO: Digital input or sinking driver output
Antenna Type RPSMA (USB uses internal wire antenna)
LEDs Power: Glows green when external power is supplied (not active when battery powered to limit power drain) Associate: Blinks when unit is connected and associated on an RF network
Operating Temperature -40° C to +70° C (-40° F to +158° F)
Dimensions RS-232, RS-485, Analog, Digital I/O models: 3.60 in x 1.90 in x 1.20 in (9.14 cm x 4.82 cm x 3.04 cm)
USB models: 2.87 in x 1.80 in x 0.83 in (7.29 cm x 4.57 cm x 2.10 cm)
Weight RS-232, RS-485, Analog, Digital I/O models: 2.29 oz (64.92 g)
USB models: 1.60 oz (45.36 g)
Networking & Security
Encryption 128-bit AES
Reliable Packet Delivery Retries/Acknowledgements
Addressing Options PAN ID, channel, 64-bit address
Channels 16 8
Power Requirements
Power Input 3.7 - 6.0VDC
Power Supply 120VAC/240VAC to 5VDC power supply, internal lithium battery pack or external 6-cell D battery holder
(all sold separately)
USB Model Bus powered (+5V)
Transmit Current 210 mA
Receive Current 55 mA 80 mA
Regulatory Approvals
Emissions FCC Part 15, EN55022:2006 Class B, ICES-003Iss.4, EN55024:1998+A1 (2001) + A2 (2003),
AS/NZS CISPR 22:2006, VCCI V 3/2007.04
Safety IEC/EN 60950-1 (2001), CB Certificate, UL/cUL 60950-1
RoHS Yes

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