Drop-in Networking Starter Kit
ConnectPort X8 Gateway
- Multiple configuration options available
- Included in kit:
- WPAN-to-Ethernet
- Available separately:
- WPAN-to-cellular
- WPAN-to-Wi-Fi
- WPAN-to-cellular and Wi-Fi
- Optional GPS or local storage (up to 1GB) to be available separately via PCIe module
- Included in kit:
- Python programmability
- Enables custom software development., from simple programs to complex embedded applications. Each kit comes with Python samples (see www.python.org).
- Security
- IPsec and SSL VPNs on WAN connections with DES, 3DES or AES encryption
- 128-bit AES on ZigBee network
- Commercial/Industrial grade
- Enclosed PCIe modules to reduce breakage/theft
- Extended operating temperature (-20° C to 60° C)
- Hardened metal enclosure with integrated mounting slots
- Real-time clock
XBee Modules
- ZigBee/802.15.4 OEM RF modules
- Use ISM 2.4 GHz operating frequency
- 1 mW (0 dBm) transmit power output (up to 100m range)
- Indoor/urban range: 100 ft (30 m)
- Outdoor/line-of-site range: 300 ft (100 m)
- 250,000 bps RF data rate
- Low power sleep modes enable power down currents less than 10 uA
- Industrial (-40° C to 85° C) temperature rating
- Support point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, peer-to-peer and mesh (XBee ZNet 2.5 version only) topologies
- No out-of-box configuration necessary
- Approved for use in the United States, Canada, Australia and Europe
- Compatible with Digi''s ConnectPort X family of IP gateways for LAN/WAN connectivity
- 2 versions available
- XBee
- XBee-PRO (extended range)
XBee Adapters
- Based on XBee OEM RF modules
- Provide ZigBee/802.15.4 wireless mesh connectivity for all types of off-the-shelf wired devices
- Compatible with Digi''s ConnectPort X family of IP gateways for LAN/WAN connectivity
- Small form factor for easy handling and installation
- Available in multiple interface options for broad device support
- Serial (RS-232 and RS-485)
- USB
- Sensor (accepts Digi''s Watchport sensors)
- Digital I/O
- Analog I/O
- Flexible powering options
- External power
- N-cell batteries (3)
- Lithium battery powered models also available
- 2 versions available
- XBee
- XBee-PRO (extended range)
Watchport/T Temperature Sensor
- Compatibility: Plugs into included XBee Sensor adapter for wireless remote temperature monitoring
- Maximum reading rate: 20 per second
- Temperature accuracy:
- +/- 3.6° F (+/- 2° C) at -40° F to 14° F (-40° C to -10° C)
- +/- 0.9° F (+/- 0.5° C) at 14° F to 185° F (-10° C to 85° C)
- Temperature resolution: 0.1° C
- Power consumption:
- 15 mA (normal)
- 1.0 mA (suspend mode)

