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Drop-in Networking Starter Kit

WPAN to IP application discovery and development kit

  • 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
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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.

Featured Models/Part Numbers

  North America: International:  
Drop-in Networking Starter Kit 802.15.4 (North America)
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XK-A11-SK
$499 USD
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Drop-in Networking Starter Kit 802.15.4 (Int'l)
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XK-A11-SK-W
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Drop-in Networking Starter Kit 802.15.4 (Japan)
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XK-A11-SK-J
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  North America: International:  
Drop-in Networking Starter Kit 802.15.4 (North America)
View details 
XK-A11-SK
$499 USD
Not applicable
Buy online
Contact us
Drop-in Networking Starter Kit 802.15.4 (Int'l)
View details 
Not applicable
XK-A11-SK-W
Buy online
Contact us
Drop-in Networking Starter Kit 802.15.4 (Japan)
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Not applicable
XK-A11-SK-J
Contact us

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)
 

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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.

What can you do with a Drop-in Networking Starter Kit?

  • Quickly install a low-power mesh (including ZigBee®) or multipoint wireless network
  • Measure ambient temperature on a user-configurable schedule
  • Wirelessly-enable existing serial devices with the enclosed RS-232 adapter
  • Monitor the WPAN over an Ethernet connection

What's included with a Drop-in Networking Starter Kit?

  • ConnectPort™ X8 gateway (1)
  • XBee® RS-232 adapter (1)
  • XBee® Sensor adapter (1)
  • XBee® modules with development boards (2)
  • Watchport®/T temperature sensor (1)
  • Python® programming tools for customer software development
 

 

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