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XBee WiFi Module - Wire Antenna

This is the XBee WiFi Module with wire antenna from Digi. XBee WiFi embedded RF modules provide simple serial to IEEE 802.11 connectivity. By bridging the low-power/low-cost requirements of wireless device networking with the proven infrastructure of 802.11, the XBee WiFi creates new wireless opportunities for energy management, process and factory automation, wireless sensor networks, intelligent asset management and more. Focused on the rigorous requirements of these wireless device networks, the module gives developers IP-to-device and device-to-cloud capability.

XBee modules offer developers tremendous flexibility and are available in surface mount and through-hole form factors. The XBee WiFi shares a common footprint with other XBee modules. This allows different XBee technologies to be drop-in replacements for each other.

As a member of the XBee family, the XBee WiFi combines hardware with software for a complete modular solution. XBee WiFi modules are designed to communicate with access points in existing 802.11 infrastructures. Developers can use AT and API commands for advanced configuration options.

Note: If you are using these outside of the United States, please check with your local laws regarding radio communication.

  • 3.3V @ 309mA
  • 72Mbps Max data rate
  • Antenna Type: Integrated Wire
  • Fully FCC certified
  • 4 12-bit ADC input pins
  • 10 digital IO pins
  • 13 Channels
  • AT or API command set

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XBee WiFi Module - Wire Antenna Product Help and Resources

XBee WiFi Hookup Guide

November 21, 2013
An overview of Digi's WiFi XBees, and a quick how-to on getting them connected and interfacing with the cloud.
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Using the PSoC 6 Pioneer Board with the Pioneer IoT Add-on Shield

February 1, 2018
Cypress's PSoC 6 Pioneer Board is a development tool for the powerful PSoC 6 processor. In this tutorial, we'll show you how to use the PSoC 6 Pioneer Board along with the SparkFun/Digi-Key Pioneer IoT Add-on Shield to send data to a Raspberry Pi via BLE or WiFi.
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  • Maeglin / about 9 years ago / 2

    Has anyone done any range testing with this module, particularly with the antenna folded against the board? I'm considering using one of these to add a bit of network awareness to an 8-bit computer project, but I'm not sure if the wire antenna would be sufficient or if I should go for the RP-SMA version instead.

  • bboyho / about 9 years ago * / 1

    -------------------- Tech Support Tips/Troubleshooting/Common Issues --------------------

    Looks like you can create an ad hoc network with an updated firmware so you can use these without the need of a wifi network. => http://www.digi.com/support/forum/36219/wifi-xbee-module-ad-hoc-network.

    Here are some tutorials that I found online:

    http://todigi.blogspot.com/2012/08/xbee-wifi-in-ad-hoc-mode.html

    http://tutorial.cytron.com.my/2014/02/14/xbee-wifi-in-soft-ap-mode/

  • Member #131990 / about 9 years ago / 1

    I fly MikroKopter mutltirotors and use a 915mhz telemetry system between the MK and my laptop. I wanted to use my iPhone/Pad and the iOS MKTools app instead of my laptop. I purchased the xbee S6B wifi module and use the sparkfun usb and regulated boards for module programming and MK hookup. The MK hookup to the regulated board is simple, tx, rx, 5v and ground. When the module is hooked up to my PC, I made 3 changes in XCTU to get it to work with my setup.

    1. Under Network, I changed CE Infrastructure Mode to "Soft AP Mode[1]".
    2. Under network, I changed IP Protocol to "TCP[1]".
    3. Baud rate was changed to 57600, as the MK requires this.

    Under the iPad settings/wifi, you should see it when the module is hooked up to the MK and powered. Connect to the module. In the MKTools app under connection, connection type is WLAN, address is the MY module address in XCTU. The port setting is 2616 as in XCTU. 2616 is HEX and needs to be changed to decimal, 9750. I used 9750 as the port setting in the app. The app connected right away. I was able to update the flight controller and have live data feedback. Hope this helps others.

    • Member #520762 / about 9 years ago / 1

      Hey, I would really appreciate if you could report a range test for the pair of XBee S6B modules using your multirotor. Thanks!

  • bdicken / about 10 years ago / 1

    Any chance of a user guide that shows how to post to the sparkfun cloud ?

  • Jelimoore / about 10 years ago / 1

    So this kinda replaces the WiFi shield in a way?

  • ctdahle / about 10 years ago / 1

    I appreciate the detailed information you have compiled about these, and admit I have not read everything in detail yet, so I apologize if this is in the documentation, but I am wondering if these ONLY communicate via a wi-fi router, or if they can also talk to each other in the same way as "regular" x-Bees.

    • RVaughan2 / about 10 years ago / 1

      Looking over the product manual * (http://ftp1.digi.com/support/documentation/90002180_G.pdf) On page 60 at the bottom, it refers to 'Soft-Ap' which allows for device to device communications via 802.11, and page 106 under 'Networking Commands' subsection 'Network Type' refers to an 'Ad-Hoc' mode, (which is native to 802.11) as well as 'Infrastructure' (which is the 'typical' network setup with a wifi router.

      Just because I'm stating that the manual makes reference to setting them up in point to point or ad-hoc mode, your mileage may vary since there are many different ways to accomplish the same thing. Further reading and hand's on research will determine if what it is able to do is what you need it to do :)

    • KeithW / about 10 years ago / 1

      I was wondering the same thing. However, looking at the docs and diagrams it does not appear that they can be used this way (device to device). Sort of hard to tell how these can be used differently than the original flavor. For instance, can these be used for an actual WiFi internet connection or only for xbee communication to other units and the "Device Cloud"?

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