• Reduced-cost kit allows quick configuration of a low-power WPAN network
• Python programming tools included for custom application development
• Quickly install a low-power mesh or multipoint wireless network
• Measure ambient temperature on a user-configurable schedule
• Wirelessly-enable existing serial devices
• Product datasheet

Drop-in Networking solutions provide end-to-end wireless connectivity to electronic devices in locations where wired infrastructure does not exist or satisfy customer needs. The new Drop-in Networking Starter Kit demonstrates how Drop-in Networking technology can be used to better manage geographically distributed assets, enhance customer service, and even develop alternative sources of service-based revenue.

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
• 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)

 

External Adapters/Modems

Gateways

Embedded Modules