User's Manual

ZigBit™ 2.4 GHz Wireless Modules 1-1
8226C–MCU Wireless–09/10
Section 1
Introduction
1.1 Summary
ZigBit
™
is an ultra-compact, low-power, high-sensitivity 2.4 GHz IEEE 802.15.4/ZigBee
®
OEM module
based on the innovative Atmel’s mixed-signal hardware platform. It is designed for wireless sensing,
control and data acquisition applications. ZigBit modules eliminate the need for costly and time-consum-
ing RF development, and shortens time to market for a wide range of wireless applications.
Two different versions of 2.4 GHz ZigBit modules are available: ATZB-24-B0 module with balanced RF
port for applications where the benefits of PCB or external antenna can be utilized and ATZB-24-A2
module with dual chip antenna satisfying the needs of applications requiring integrated, small-footprint
antenna design.
1.2 Applications
ZigBit module is compatible with robust IEEE 802.15.4/ZigBee stack that supports a self-healing, self-
organizing mesh network, while optimizing network traffic and minimizing power consumption. Atmel
offers two stack configurations: BitCloud and SerialNet. BitCloud is a ZigBee PRO certified software
development platform supporting reliable, scalable, and secure wireless applications running on Atmel’s
ZigBit modules. SerialNet allows programming of the module via serial AT-command interface.
The applications include, but are not limited to:
•
Building automation & monitoring
– Lighting controls
– Wireless smoke and CO detectors
– Structural integrity monitoring
• HVAC monitoring & control
• Inventory management
• Environmental monitoring
• Security
• Water metering
• Industrial monitoring
– Machinery condition and performance monitoring
– Monitoring of plant system parameters such as temperature, pressure, flow, tank level, humidity,
vibration, etc.
• Automated meter reading (AMR)