Is XBee same as Zigbee?

Is XBee same as Zigbee?

XBee is a family of radio modules and is a registered trademark of Digi International. Zigbee is a wireless communications protocol and a registered trademark of the Zigbee Alliance. XBee is a brand name that refers to a family of devices from Digi International.

What is XBee radio?

Digi XBee is the brand name of a popular family of form factor compatible wireless connectivity modules from Digi International. The first XBee modules were introduced under the MaxStream brand in 2005 and were based on the IEEE 802.15. 4-2003 standard designed for point-to-point and star communications.

What’s the difference between ZigBee and XBee radio?

First, let’s talk about ZigBee *, a low-power wireless mesh network standard operating in the 2.4 GHz range. XBee is not the same as ZigBee—instead, XBee is a brand of radio communication modules (made by Digi) that can support a number of protocols, including ZigBee, 802.15.4, WiFi, etc. Its range is 10 to 30 meters.

What can XBee radio frequency modules be used for?

XBee radio frequency (RF) modules are produced by Digi International Inc. These modules make it easy and cost-effective to deploy wireless technology in electronic devices, especially those used on device networks for smart cities, precision agriculture, industrial automation, sensor networks, medical devices and asset tracking applications.

What kind of address do I need for XBee?

You can specify a universally unique address by using the 64-bit address printed on the back of the module, use a shorter 16-bit address (unique within a network), or use a string of text (e.g., “Alice’s radio”). Additionally, each XBee in a network plays a role. The three role options are Coordinator, End Device, and Router.

How big does a Digi XBee module need to be?

An assortment of module form factors mean that Digi XBee can fit into temporary sockets, or be permanently soldered to PCBs. These standard form factors include an extremely small Micro size that packs the power of XBee into a module no bigger than a fingernail.