The XBee USB Explorer by SparkFun Electronics is an easy way to connect your computer to an XBee module via a USB cable. The XBee USB Explorer works with any XBee module. It includes power regulation, indicator LEDs, reset button and access to all pins.
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This is a simple to use, USB to serial base unit for the Digi XBee line. This unit works with all XBee modules including the Series 1 and Series 2.5, standard and Pro version. Plug the unit into the XBee Explorer, attach a mini USB cable, and you will have direct access to the serial and programming pins on the XBee unit.
The highlight of this board is an FT231X USB-to-Serial converter. That’s what translates data between your computer and the XBee. There’s also a reset button, and a voltage regulator to supply the XBee with plenty of power. In addition, there are four LEDs that’ll help if you ever need to debug your XBee: RX, TX, RSSI (signal-strength indicator), and power indicator.
This board also breaks out each of the XBee’s I/O pins to a pair of breadboard-compatible headers. So if you want to make use of the XBee’s extended functionality, you can solder some header pins into those, or even just solder some wire.
Not sure which XBee module or accessory is right for you? Check out this XBee Buying Guide!
Note: The XBee Explorer does not come with an XBee Module. You can find them listed here.
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XBee Module 1mW Wire Antenna | 6ft USB A to mini-B cable |