Seeed XBee Shield V2.0

XBee Shield is a standardized and stackable shield. You can easily stack any modules from the Bee series onto it.

Hello World

Import programSeeed_XBee_Shield

Example program for the SeeedStudio XBee Shield V2.0, based on UART serial port connectivity (D0/D1 pins). This program sends "HelloWorld" and prints out the received packets

Last commit 13 Feb 2015 by Shields

Library

Import libraryXBee

A library allowing basic functions of the XBEE pro to be used. Currently supported are: Enter/exit config mode, reading device serial number, setting encryption key, writing settings to non volatile memory and sending data strings.

Last commit 30 May 2014 by Components

Datasheet

http://www.seeedstudio.com/wiki/File:CJT1117_datasheet.pdf

Notes

Introduction

The new version of XBee Shield is a standardized and stackable shield compatible with Arduino. You can easily stack any modules from the Bee series onto it, and build a wireless network for your project. In spite of that, it is also equipped with function of level conversion, which enables a double-way conversion between high& low IO levels. The reserved digital pins facilitate users to select TX/RX port using jumper caps. XBee_Shield

Feature

  • Standardized shape design
  • Can be configured by connecting UartSBee module to USB
  • The DIN and DOUT pins can be connected with both UART and other digital pins（D2D12）
  • Enlarged space for your own development
  • LED indicators

Interface Function

XBee_Shield

  • U2：CJT1117 IC, provides 3.3V voltage for XBee modules.
  • U3：SN74LVC1G125 IC, achieves Logic-level translator function.

Usage

If you want to control the XBee module by Arduino/Seeeduino, The XBee Shield is required. Here us the RF Bee as a example for wireless communication. You can also use Bluetooth Bee or other modules.

The steps are listed below:

  • 1. Plug XBee Module onto XBee Shield.

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  • 2. Plug XBee Shield onto Arduino/Seeeduino, connect your Arduino/Seeeduino to the computer via a USB cable to turn it on.
  • 3. Use a jumper cap to connect XB_TX and Digital 4. Also, Use a jumper cap to connect XB_RX and Digital 5. Of course you can change the digital port as you like. But don't forget to change the port number in the definition of the demo code at the same time. XBee_Connect_to_PC

Resource

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