Digi XBee® RR RF Module Hardware Reference Manual
Revision history—90002517 Revision Date Description A April 2022 Initial release. B July 2022 Added Europe, UK, and Brazil to regulatory conformity summary; added Brazil ANATEL certification. C August 2022 Added chip antenna 29000710, re-included EU/UKCA certification section. D October 2022 Added integral antennae 31000005-01 and 31000017-01; added Design notes for PCB antenna and chip antenna devices.
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Contents Digi XBee® RR RF Module Hardware Reference Manual Safety instructions Safety instructions XBee modules И нс т рукции з а бе з опа с нос т XBee м одул и Sigurnosne upute XBee moduli Bezpečnostní instrukce moduly XBee Sikkerhedsinstruktioner XBee moduler Veiligheidsinstructies XBee-modules Ohutusjuhised XBee moodulid Turvallisuusohjeet XBee moduulit Consignes de sécurité Modules XBee Sicherheitshinweise XBee-Module Ο δηγ ίες ασ φαλείας Biztonsági utasítások XBee modulok Istruzioni di sicurezza Drošīb
Varnostna navodila XBee moduli Módulos XBee Säkerhets instruktioner XBee-moduler 20 20 20 21 21 Specifications General specifications Electrical characteristics Power requirements Regulatory conformity summary Serial communication specifications UART pin assignments SPI pin assignments GPIO specifications Electro Static Discharge (ESD) 23 23 23 24 25 25 25 25 25 IEEE 802.15.
FCC notices FCC publication 996369 related information Over-voltage detection ISED (Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada) Labeling requirements For model XBRR, XBee RR RF MMT For PRO model XBPRR, XBee RR RF MMT RF Exposure Transmitters with detachable antennas Detachable antenna Europe (CE/UKCA) for model: XBRR Maximum power and frequency specifications CE and UKCA OEM labeling requirements Declarations of conformity Antennas Brazil ANATEL Modelo: XBee XBRR 54 54 55 56 56 56 56 56 57 57 57 5
Digi XBee® RR RF Module Hardware Reference Manual This manual provides information for the XBee RR RF Module hardware.
Safety instructions Safety instructions Safety instructions И нс т рукции з а бе з опа с нос т Sigurnosne upute Bezpečnostní instrukce Sikkerhedsinstruktioner Veiligheidsinstructies Ohutusjuhised Turvallisuusohjeet Consignes de sécurité Sicherheitshinweise Ο δηγ ίες ασ φαλείας Biztonsági utasítások Istruzioni di sicurezza Drošības instrukcijas Saugos instrukcijos Sikkerhetsinstruksjoner Instrukcje bezpieczeństwa Instruções de segurança Instructiuni de siguranta Bezpečnostné inštrukcie Varnostna navodila Mó
Safety instructions Safety instructions Safety instructions XBee modules n The XBee radio module cannot be guaranteed operation due to the radio link and so should not be used for interlocks in safety critical devices such as machines or automotive applications.
Safety instructions Sigurnosne upute n И з пол з в а йт е т оз и продукт с а нт е нит е , пос оч е ни в ръ ков одс т в а т а з а пот ре бит е л я на м одул а XBee. n К ра йния т пот ре бит е л т ря бв а да бъ де ка з а но ка к да пре м а х не з а х ра нв а не т о от ра диом одул а XBee ил и да ра з пол ожи а нт е нит е на 20 с м от х ора ил и жив от ни.
Safety instructions Sikkerhedsinstruktioner n Při manipulaci buďte opatrní, aby nedošlo k elektrickému poškození desky plošných spojů a součástí. n Nevystavujte rádiové moduly XBee vodě nebo vlhkosti. n Používejte tento produkt s anténami uvedenými v uživatelských příručkách modulu XBee. n Koncový uživatel musí být informován, jak odpojit napájení rádiového modulu XBee nebo jak umístit antény 20 cm od lidí nebo zvířat.
Safety instructions Ohutusjuhised n Er zijn geen door de gebruiker te onderhouden componenten in de XBee-radiomodule. Verwijder het schild niet en wijzig de XBee op geen enkele manier. Modificaties kunnen de module uitsluiten van enige garantie en kunnen ertoe leiden dat de XBee-radio werkt buiten de regelgeving voor een bepaald land, wat kan leiden tot de mogelijke illegale werking van de radio. n Gebruik industriestandaard ESD-bescherming bij het hanteren van de XBee-module.
Safety instructions Consignes de sécurité lukitsemiseen. n XBee-radiomoduulia ei ole hyväksytty käytettäväksi (tämä luettelo ei ole tyhjentävä): l lääketieteelliset laitteet l ydinvoimasovellukset l räjähdysvaarallisiin tai syttyviin tiloihin n XBee-radiomoduulin sisällä ei ole käyttäjän huollettavia osia. Älä poista suojusta tai muokkaa XBeetä millään tavalla.
Safety instructions Sicherheitshinweise Sicherheitshinweise XBee-Module n Der Betrieb des XBee-Funkmoduls kann aufgrund der Funkverbindung nicht garantiert werden und sollte daher nicht für Verriegelungen in sicherheitskritischen Geräten wie Maschinen oder Automobilanwendungen verwendet werden.
Safety instructions Biztonsági utasítások n Π ρ οσ έχ ετ ε κατ ά τ ο χ ειρ ισ μό γ ια ν α αποφύγ ετ ε ηλεκτ ρ ική βλάβη σ τ ο PCB και σ τ α εξ αρ τ ήματ α. n Μην εκθέτ ετ ε τ ις μον άδες ρ αδιοφών ου XBee σ ε ν ερ ό ή υγ ρ ασ ία. n Χ ρ ησ ιμοποιήσ τ ε αυτ ό τ ο πρ οϊόν με τ ις κερ αίες που καθορ ίζ ον τ αι σ τ ους οδηγ ούς χ ρ ήσ ης τ ης μον άδας XBee.
Safety instructions Drošības instrukcijas modulo da qualsiasi garanzia e possono causare il funzionamento della radio XBee al di fuori della conformità normativa per un determinato paese, portando al possibile funzionamento illegale della radio. n Utilizzare la protezione ESD standard del settore durante la manipolazione del modulo XBee. n Prestare attenzione durante la manipolazione per evitare danni elettrici al PCB e ai componenti. n Non esporre i moduli radio XBee all'acqua o all'umidità.
Safety instructions Sikkerhetsinstruksjoner n XBee radijo modulio viduje nėra komponentų, kuriuos vartotojas galėtų prižiūrėti. Jokiu būdu nenuimkite skydo ir nekeiskite XBee. Dėl modifikacijų moduliui gali būti netaikoma jokia garantija, o „XBee“ radijas gali veikti ne pagal tam tikros šalies norminius reikalavimus, o tai gali sukelti neteisėtą radijo naudojimą. n Dirbdami su XBee moduliu naudokite pramonės standartinę ESD apsaugą. n Dirbdami būkite atsargūs, kad nepažeistumėte PCB ir komponentų.
Safety instructions Instruções de segurança l wyroby medyczne l zastosowania nuklearne l atmosferach wybuchowych lub łatwopalnych n Wewnątrz modułu radiowego XBee nie ma żadnych elementów, które mogłyby być serwisowane przez użytkownika. Nie zdejmuj osłony ani nie modyfikuj XBee w żaden sposób. Modyfikacje mogą wykluczyć moduł z jakiejkolwiek gwarancji i spowodować, że radio XBee będzie działać niezgodnie z przepisami obowiązującymi w danym kraju, co może prowadzić do nielegalnego działania radia.
Safety instructions Instructiuni de siguranta Instructiuni de siguranta module XBee n Nu se poate garanta funcționarea modulului radio XBee din cauza conexiunii radio și, prin urmare, nu trebuie utilizat pentru interblocări în dispozitive critice pentru siguranță, cum ar fi mașini sau aplicații auto.
Safety instructions Varnostna navodila n Rádiové moduly XBee nevystavujte vode ani vlhkosti. n Tento produkt používajte s anténami špecifikovanými v používateľských príručkách modulu XBee. n Koncový používateľ musí byť informovaný o tom, ako odpojiť napájanie rádiového modulu XBee alebo ako umiestniť antény 20 cm od ľudí alebo zvierat.
Safety instructions Säkerhets instruktioner n Tenga cuidado al manipularlo para evitar daños eléctricos en la PCB y los componentes. n No exponga los módulos de radio XBee al agua ni a la humedad. n Utilice este producto con las antenas especificadas en las guías de usuario del módulo XBee. n Se debe indicar al usuario final cómo desconectar la alimentación del módulo de radio XBee o ubicar las antenas a 20 cm de personas o animales.
Specifications The following tables provide general specifications for the hardware.
Specifications General specifications General specifications The following table describes the general specifications for the devices. Specification XBee RR micro-mount Operating frequency band ISM 2.4 – 2.4835 GHz Form factor Micro-mount Dimensions Micro-mount: 1.36 cm x 1.93 cm x 0.241 cm (0.534 in x 0.760 in x 0.095 in) Weight 1.2 g Operating temperature -40 to 85 °C (industrial) Antenna options RF pad or U.
Specifications Regulatory conformity summary Specification XBee RR Adjustable power Yes Supply voltage 1.71 - 3.8 V* Max power at 3.3 V (dBm) 8 19 Max power at 1.8 V (dBm) 7 13 TX current at 19 dBm (mA) XBee RR PRO 193 TX current at 8 dBm (mA) 32 RX current (mA) 15 Sleep current (uA) 8 52 * XBee power supply should be designed to operate at 1.8 V or above. Regulatory conformity summary Approval XBee RR XBee RR PRO Model XBRR XBPRR United States (FCC part 15.
Specifications Serial communication specifications Serial communication specifications The XBee RR RF Module supports Universal Asynchronous Receiver / Transmitter (UART) and Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) serial connections. UART pin assignments UART pins Device pin number Micro-mount DOUT/DIO13 3 DIN / CONFIG/DIO14 4 CTS / DIO7 24 RTS/ DIO6 27 SPI pin assignments GPIO specifications XBee RR RF Modules have 15 General Purpose Input / Output (GPIO) ports available.
IEEE 802.15.4-specific specifications The following tables provide specifications specific to the XBee RR RF Module when using the IEEE 802.15.4 physical layer, for example: XBee 802.15.4, Zigbee, DigiMesh, and so on.
IEEE 802.15.4-specific specifications Performance specifications Performance specifications The following table describes the performance specifications for the devices. Specification XBee RR XBee RR PRO Indoor/urban range Up to 60 m (200 ft) Up to 90 m (300 ft) Outdoor RF line-of-sight range Up to 1200 m (4000 ft) Up to 3200 m (2 mi) RF Transmit power output (maximum) 6.3 mW (+8 dBm) 79 mW (+19 dBm) BLE power output 6.3 mW (+8 dBm) 6.3 mW (+8 dBm) 802.15.
Mechanical drawings The following mechanical drawings of the XBee RR RF Modules show all dimensions in inches.
Mechanical drawings Micro antennas Micro antennas The following mechanical drawings are for the XBee RR RF Module micro antennas. Micro (U.
Pin signals Pin signals for the XBee RR micro module Recommended pin connections Digi XBee® RR RF Module Hardware Reference Manual 31 33 30
Pin signals Pin signals for the XBee RR micro module Pin signals for the XBee RR micro module The following drawing shows the micro pin locations. The following table shows the pin signals and their descriptions for the XBee RR RF Module. Pin# Name Direction Default state Description 1 GND - - Ground. 2 VCC - - Power supply. 3 DOUT /DIO13 Both Output UART data out /GPIO. 4 DIN / CONFIG /DIO14 Both Input UART data in /GPIO. 5 DIO12 Both GPIO. 6 RESET Input Device reset.
Pin signals Pin# Pin signals for the XBee RR micro module Name Direction Default state Description Line/GPIO. 10 GND - - 11 SPI_ATTN/ BOOTMODE/DIO19 Output Output 12 GND - - Ground. 13 SPI_CLK /DIO18 Input Input Serial peripheral interface clock/GPIO. 14 SPI_SSEL/DIO17 Input Input Serial peripheral interface not select/GPIO. 15 SPI_MOSI/DIO16 Input Input Serial peripheral interface data in/GPIO. 16 SPI_MISO/DIO15 Output Output Serial peripheral interface data out/GPIO.
Pin signals Pin# Recommended pin connections Name Direction Default state Description flow control /GPIO. 28 AD3/DIO3 Both Disabled Analog input/GPIO. 29 AD2/DIO2 Both Disabled Analog input/GPIO. 30 AD1/DIO1/I2C SCL Both Disabled Analog input/GPIO/I2C SCL. 31 AD0 /DIO0 Both Input Analog input / GPIO / Commissioning button. 32 GND - - Ground. 33 RF Both - RF I/O for RF pad variant. 34 GND - - Ground. Signal direction is specified with respect to the device.
Design notes XBee RR RF Modules do not require any external circuitry or specific connections for proper operation. However, there are some general design guidelines that we recommend to build and troubleshoot a robust design.
Design notes Power supply design Power supply design A poor power supply can lead to poor device performance, especially if you do not keep the supply voltage within tolerance or if it is excessively noisy. To help reduce noise, place a 1.0 µF and 8.2 pF capacitor as near as possible to the VCC connection on the XBee RR RF Module (pad 2 for micro and surface-mount, and pin 1 for through-hole). Adding a 10 µF decoupling capacitor is also recommended.
Design notes Design notes for RF pad devices Design notes for RF pad devices The RF pad is a soldered antenna connection. The RF signal travels from the RF pad connection (pad 33 on micro modules and pad 36 on surface-mount modules) on the device to the antenna through an RF trace transmission line on the PCB. Any additional components between the device and antenna violates modular certification. The controlled impedance for the RF trace is 50 Ω.
Design notes Design notes for RF pad devices Number Description 1 Maintain a distance of at least 2 d between microstrip and ground fill. 2 RF pad pin. 3 50 Ω microstrip trace. 4 RF connection of RPSMA jack. This example is on a surface-mount device. The width in this example is approximately 0.045" for a 50 Ω trace, assuming d=0.025”, and that the dielectric has a relative permittivity of 4.4. This trace width is a good fit with the device footprint's 0.060" pad width.
Design notes Copper keepout for test points Number Description 1 Use multiple vias to help eliminate ground variations. 2 Put a solid ground plane under RF trace to achieve the desired impedance. Copper keepout for test points The following keepouts are required for all surface-mount or micro-mount devices. These keepouts are in addition to the other keepouts if using a PCB antenna.
Design notes Design notes for PCB antenna devices the RF pad footprint described in the next section, because the footprint requires a ground plane within the PCB antenna keepout area. Surface-mount embedded antenna keepout area Notes 1. We recommend non-metal enclosures. For metal enclosures, use an external antenna. 2. Keep metal chassis or mounting structures in the keepout area at least 2.54 cm (1 in) from the antenna. 3.
Design notes Design notes for PCB antenna devices Micro chip antenna keepout area Notes 1. We recommend non-metal enclosures. For metal enclosures, use an external antenna. 2. Keep metal chassis or mounting structures in the keepout area at least 2.54 cm (1 in) from the antenna. 3. Maximize the distance between the antenna and metal objects that might be mounted in the keepout area.
Design notes Design notes for PCB antenna devices 4. Neither a copper pour nor a copper keepout is necessary under the shield area for proper antenna functionality. It is still necessary to follow the recommendations in Recommended footprint for the PCB layout. 5. These keepout area guidelines do not apply for surface-mount embedded antennas or external RF connectors. Through-hole embedded antenna keepout area Notes 1. We recommend non-metal enclosures. For metal enclosures, use an external antenna. 2.
Regulatory information United States (FCC) ISED (Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada) Europe (CE/UKCA) for model: XBRR Brazil ANATEL Digi XBee® RR RF Module Hardware Reference Manual 43 56 57 61 42
Regulatory information United States (FCC) United States (FCC) XBee XBRR and XBee XBPRR Zigbee RF Modules comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules and regulations. Compliance with the labeling requirements, FCC notices and antenna usage guidelines is required. XBee XBRR and XBee XBPRR DigiMesh RF Modules comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules and regulations. Compliance with the labeling requirements, FCC notices and antenna usage guidelines is required.
Regulatory information United States (FCC) FCC-approved antennas (2.4 GHz) The XBee RR RF Module can be installed using antennas and cables constructed with non-standard connectors (RPSMA, RPTNC, etc.) An adapter cable may be necessary to attach the XBee connector to the antenna connector. The modules are FCC approved for fixed base station and mobile applications for the channels indicated in the tables below. If the antenna is mounted at least 20 cm (7.
The following table shows the antennas approved for use with the XBee RR RF Module. Note Channel 26 (2480 MHz) will be limited to +3 dBm to meet band edge requirements for FCC and ISED. All antenna part numbers followed by an asterisk (*) are not available from Digi. Consult with an antenna manufacturer for an equivalent option. Model: XBRR Required antenna cable loss (dB) Min. separation 802.15.
Part number Type (description) Gain (dB) Application* Min. separation 802.15.4 Based Protocols (Ex: Zigbee) Bluetooth low energy technology (when available) - 5.25") Omni-directional (Collinear Dipole Array) antennas Omni-directional (Fiberglass base station) 2.1 Fixed/Mobile 20 cm N/A N/A A24-F3NF Omni-directional (Fiberglass base station) 3.0 Fixed/Mobile 20 cm N/A N/A A24-F5NF Omni-directional (Fiberglass base station) 5.0 Fixed 20 cm 0.
Min. separation 802.15.4 Based Protocols (Ex: Zigbee) Bluetooth low energy technology (when available) Fixed 2m 7.32 N/A 8.5 Fixed 2m 7.32 N/A Flat Panel 13.0 Fixed 2m 11.82 1.58 A24-P14NF Flat Panel 14.0 Fixed 2m 12.82 2.58 A24-P15NF Flat Panel 15.0 Fixed 2m 13.82 3.58 A24-P16NF Flat Panel 16.0 Fixed 2m 14.82 4.58 A24-P19NF Flat Panel 19.0 Fixed 2m 17.82 7.58 A24-Y6NF Yagi (6-element) 8.8 Fixed 2m 5.52 N/A A24-Y7NF Yagi (7-element) 9.0 Fixed 2m 5.
Min. separation 802.15.4 Based Protocols (Ex: Zigbee) Bluetooth low energy technology (when available) Fixed 2m 11.72 1.22 Fixed 20 cm 2.82 N/A Part number Type (description) Gain (dB) Application* A24-Y18NF Yagi (18-element) 15.0 2.4 GHz band antenna 4 Patch antenna Taoglas FXP74.07.
The following table shows the antennas approved for use with the XBee RR-PRO RF Module. Note Channel 26 (2480 MHz) will be limited to +3 dBm to meet band edge requirements for FCC and ISED. All antenna part numbers followed by an asterisk (*) are not available from Digi. Consult with an antenna manufacturer for an equivalent option. Model: XBPRR Required antenna cable loss (dB) Type (description) Gain (dB) Application* Min separation 802.15.
Part number Type (description) Gain (dB) Application* Min separation 802.15.4 Based Protocols (Ex: Zigbee) Bluetooth low energy technology (when available) 2.1 Fixed/Mobile 20 cm N/A N/A 4.5”) A24-HABUF-P5I Dipole (Half-wave articulated bulkhead mount U.FL. w/ 5” pigtail) A24-HASM-525 Dipole (Half-wave 2.1 articulated RPSMA 5.25") Fixed 20 cm N/A N/A 31000019-01 Integral Dipole (USB Adapter Only) Fixed only 20 cm N/A N/A 0.
Part number Type (description) Gain (dB) Application* Min separation 802.15.4 Based Protocols (Ex: Zigbee) Bluetooth low energy technology (when available) (Fiberglass base station) A24-F10NF Omni-directional (Fiberglass base station) 10 Fixed 2m 5.22 N/A A24-F12NF Omni-directional (Fiberglass base station) 12 Fixed 2m 7.22 N/A A24-W7NF Omni-directional (Fiberglass base station) 7.2 Fixed 2m 2.22 N/A A24-M7NF Omni-directional (Mag-mount base station) 7.2 Fixed 2m 2.
Part number Type (description) Gain (dB) Application* Min separation 802.15.4 Based Protocols (Ex: Zigbee) Bluetooth low energy technology (when available) A24-P15NF Flat Panel 15.0 Fixed 2m 10.54 3.7 A24-P16NF Flat Panel 16.0 Fixed 2m 11.54 4.7 A24-P19NF Flat Panel 19.0 Fixed 2m 14.54 7.7 A24-Y6NF Yagi (6-element) 8.8 Fixed 2m 3.22 N/A A24-Y7NF Yagi (7-element) 9.0 Fixed 2m 4.22 N/A A24-Y9NF Yagi (9-element) 10.0 Fixed 2m 5.
Part number Type (description) Gain (dB) Application* Min separation 802.15.4 Based Protocols (Ex: Zigbee) Bluetooth low energy technology (when available) rules 2.1091 and FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, OET Bulletin and Supplement C. The testing results will be submitted to the FCC for approval prior to selling the integrated unit. The required SAR testing measures emissions from the module and how they affect the person.
Regulatory information United States (FCC) RF exposure If you are an integrating the XBee into another product, you must include the following Caution statement in OEM product manuals to alert users of FCC RF exposure compliance: CAUTION! To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements for mobile transmitting devices, a separation distance of 20 cm or more should be maintained between the antenna of this device and persons during device operation.
Regulatory information United States (FCC) Host product user guides should include the antenna table if end customers are permitted to select antennas. 2.4 Limited module procedures Not applicable. 2.5 Trace antenna designs While it is possible to build a trace antenna into the host PCB, this requires at least a Class II permissive change to the FCC grant which includes significant extra testing and cost.
Regulatory information ISED (Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada) ISED (Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada) Labeling requirements Labeling requirements for Industry Canada are similar to those of the FCC. A clearly visible label on the outside of the final product enclosure must display the following text. For model XBRR, XBee RR RF MMT Contains Model XBRR, IC: 1846A-XBRR The integrator is responsible for its product to comply with IC ICES-003 & FCC Part 15, Sub.
Regulatory information Europe (CE/UKCA) for model: XBRR ATTENTION! Cet équipement est approuvé pour la mobile et la station base dispositifs d'émission seulement. Antenne(s) utilisé pour cet émetteur doit être installé pour fournir une distance de séparation d'au moins 20 cm à partir de toutes les personnes et ne doit pas être situé ou fonctionner en conjonction avec tout autre antenne ou émetteur.
Regulatory information Europe (CE/UKCA) for model: XBRR Maximum power and frequency specifications CE and UKCA OEM labeling requirements The CE and UKCA markings must be clearly visible and legible when you affix it to the product. If this is not possible, you must attach these marks to the packaging (if any) or accompanying documents. CE labeling requirements The “CE” marking must be affixed to a visible location on the OEM product. The following figure shows CE labeling requirements.
Regulatory information Europe (CE/UKCA) for model: XBRR UK Conformity Assessed (UKCA) labeling requirements See guidance/using-the-ukca-marking for further details.
Regulatory information Europe (CE/UKCA) for model: XBRR n Dipole (2.1 dBi, Omni-directional, Articulated RPSMA, Digi part number A24-HABSM) n Chip antenna (micro form factor only) (0.
Regulatory information Brazil ANATEL Brazil ANATEL The XBee XBRR ZigBee, DigiMesh and 802.15.4 radio modules comply with the requirements of ANATEL to be used in Brazil. The customer's product is subject to testing for conformity to the same Brazilian standards. Modelo: XBee XBRR Atendimento à Regulamentação Anatel Este equipamento não tem direito à proteção contra interferência prejudicial e não pode causar interferência em sistemas devidamente autorizados.
XBIB-C development boards This section describes the XBIB-C development boards and how to interact with them.
XBIB-C development boards XBIB-C Micro Mount reference XBIB-C Micro Mount reference This picture shows the XBee-C Micro Mount development board and the table that follows explains the callouts in the picture. Note This board is sold separately. WARNING! Connecting one pin off will destroy the unit under test! Always disconnect USB and power before changing one unit for another. See the following images for examples.
XBIB-C development boards XBIB-C Micro Mount reference Correct Digi XBee® RR RF Module Hardware Reference Manual 64
XBIB-C development boards Digi XBee® RR RF Module Hardware Reference Manual XBIB-C Micro Mount reference 65
XBIB-C development boards XBIB-C Micro Mount reference Number Item Description 1 Secondary USB (USB MICRO B) Secondary USB Connector for possible future use. Not used. 2 Current Measure Large switch controls whether current measure mode is active or inactive. When inactive, current can freely flow to the VCC pin of the XBee. When active, the VCC pin of the XBee is disconnected from the 3.3 V line on the development board.
XBIB-C development boards Attach the XBee RR RF Module Attach the XBee RR RF Module It is important to attach the device to the board correctly. WARNING! Make sure the board is NOT powered when you plug in the XBee RR RF Module. Never insert or remove the XBee RR RF Module while the power is on! Make sure the XBee RR RF Module is oriented correctly and not upside down when you attach it to the board.
Manufacturing information Manufacturing information The micro XBee RR RF Module is designed for surface-mounting on the OEM PCB. It has castellated pads to allow for easy solder attaching and inspection. The pads are all located on the edge of the device so there are no hidden solder joints on these devices.
Manufacturing information Recommended solder reflow cycle Recommended solder reflow cycle The following diagram shows the recommended solder reflow cycle. The device reflows during this cycle, and must not be reflowed upside down. Be careful not to jar the device while the solder is molten, as parts inside the device can be removed from their required locations. Hand soldering is possible and should be done in accordance with approved standards.
Manufacturing information Flux and cleaning Micro recommended footprint Match the solder footprint to the copper pads, but it may need to be adjusted depending on the specific needs of assembly and product standards. Recommended stencil thickness is 0.15 mm/0.005”. Place the component last and set the placement speed to the slowest setting. Flux and cleaning Digi recommends that a “no clean” solder paste be used in assembling these devices.
Manufacturing information Reworking Factory recommended best practice is to use a “no clean” solder paste to avoid these issues and ensure proper device operation. Reworking Never perform rework on the device itself. The device has been optimized to give the best possible performance, and reworking the device itself will void warranty coverage and certifications. We recognize that some customers choose to rework and void the warranty.
