XBee-PRO® XSC
Extended-range wireless using multipoint networks
- No configuration needed for out-of-the-box RF communications
- Common XBee® footprint for a variety of RF modules
- Outdoor RF line-of-sight range up to 15 miles (24 km) with high gain antenna
- Outdoor RF line-of-sight range up to 6 miles (9.6 km) with dipole antenna
- 900 MHz for extended-range operation
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XBee-PRO XSC OEM RF modules are extended-range 900 MHz embedded wireless solutions providing end-point connectivity to devices. These modules are capable of deploying point-to-point, peer-to-peer and point-to-multipoint networks. Designed for maximum range, the XBee-PRO XSC is ideal for solutions where RF penetration and absolute transmission distance are paramount to the application.
Featured Models/Part Numbers
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XBee-PRO XSC Development Kit w/ 2 XBee-PRO modules
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XBP09-XC009-DK $149 USD |
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XBee-PRO XSC Development Kit w/ 2 XBee-PRO modules
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XBP09-XC009-DK $149 USD |
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XBee-PRO XSC long-range module w/ RPSMA connector
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XBP09-XCSIT-009 |
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XBee-PRO XSC long-range module w/ U.fl connector
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XBP09-XCUIT-009 |
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XBee-PRO XSC long-range module w/ wire antenna
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XBP09-XCWIT-009 |
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Performance
- Power output: 100 mW (20 dBm)
- Indoor/Urban range: Up to 1200 ft (370 m)
- Outdoor/RF line-of-sight range: up to 15 miles (24 km)
- Receiver sensitivity: -106 dBm
- RF data rate: 9.6 Kbps
- Interface data rate: Up to 57.6 Kbps
Networking
- Spread spectrum type: FHSS (Freqeuncy Hopping Spread Spectrum)
- Supported network topologies: Peer-to-peer, point-to-point point-to-multipoint
- Error handling: Retries & acknowledgements
- Filtration options: VID (Vendor ID Number), channels and addressing
- Channel capacity: 7 hop sequences share 25 frequencies
- Addressing: 65,000 network addresses available for each channel
- Encryption: n/a
Power
- Supply voltage: 3.0 - 3.6VDC (3.0 - 3.4 VDC recommended for XBee family compatibility)
- Transmit current: 265 mA
- Receive current: 65 mA power-down
- Sleep current: 45 µA
General
- Frequency Band: 910 - 918 MHz
- Serial Data Interface: 3.3V CMOS UART (5V tolerant inputs)
Physical Properties
- Size: 0.960 in x 1.087 in (2.438 cm x 2.761 cm)
- Weight: 0.10 oz (3 g) w/ U.FL connector
- Antenna options: U.FL RF connector, RPSMA RF connector, or whip antenna
- Operating temperature: -40° C to +85° C (industrial)
Certifications
- United States (FCC): MCQ-XBEEXSC
- Canada (IC): 1846A-XBEEXSC
- RoHS: Compliant
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Product Literature
Support Documentation
General Support Documentation:
- Getting Started Guide: XBee / XBee-PRO OEM Development Kits
- Mechanical drawings for XBee / XBee Pro OEM RF Modules: RPSMA Variant
- Product Manual: XBee-PRO XSC OEM RF Modules
- XCTU Configuration & Test Utility Software User Guide
- XBIB-R Interface Board Schematic, rev. 7B
- XBIB-U Interface Board Schematic, rev. 4A
- XBIB-R-DEV Interface Board Schematic, rev. 4B
- XBIB-U-DEV Interface Board Schematic, rev. 3A
Related Links
- Technology: Learn more about Drop-in Networking
- Wireless education center
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XBee-PRO XSC OEM RF modules are extended-range 900 MHz embedded wireless solutions providing end-point connectivity to devices. These modules are capable of deploying point-to-point, peer-to-peer and point-to-multipoint networks. Designed for maximum range, the XBee-PRO XSC is ideal for solutions where RF penetration and absolute transmission distance are paramount to the application. With XBee®, users can have their network up-and-running in a matter of minutes without configuration or additional development. Once the network is running, XBee-PRO modules can accept simple AT commands for advanced configuration.
As a member of the XBee family of RF products, these modules are easy-to-use, share a common footprint, and are fully interoperable with other XBee products utilizing the same technology. XBee products are part of Digi's unsurpassed range of Drop-in Networking solutions, offering users seamless wireless communication between devices. XBee adapters provide wireless connectivity to electronic devices in wired networks. ConnectPort™ X gateways enable users to access and configure remote devices in a network. XBee-PRO XSC modules are also over-the-air compatible with certain variants of the XStream® OEM RF module, specifically: X09-009, firmware version 42B5.






