| ZDM-A1281-B0 Ultra-Compact 2.4GHz IEEE 802.15.4 / ZigBee Module with Balanced RF Output |
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Meshnetics ZigBit Module with balanced RF output is a low-power, best-in-class sensitivity, 802.15.4 / ZigBee module.
Its ultra compact sizes measures in at less than half a square inch and is packed with an impressive array of features that you will be hard pressed to find anywhere else. Based on a solid combination of the popular ATmega 1281v MCU and the latest Atmel AT86RF230 radio transceiver, the Meshnetics ZigBit module offers superior radio performance and is ideal for price-sensitive applications.
ZigBit Module with Balanced RF Output minimizes bill of materials (BOM) and shortens time to market, while embedded 802.15.4 / ZigBee software ensures standards-based wireless connectivity for a wide range of applications.
ZigBit Module Hardware Platform
ZigBit is based on the innovative Atmel 802.15.4 hardware platform. The powerful ATmega 1281v MCU features 128kb of flash memory and 8Kb of RAM. The AT86RF230 transceiver offers -101dBm of Rx sensitivity and up to +3dBm of Tx power. This combination, called the "link budget" is related to its range of operation. The difference in link budget – just 9dBm – nearly triples its range. Thanks to the outperforming link budget, the range of AT86RF230 is 2.8 times that of its competitors.
| Specifications |
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- ULTRA COMPACT SIZE: 18.8mm x 13.5mm (0.53” x 0.74”)
- BALANCED RF OUTPUT WITH REFERENCE ANTENNA DESIGNS
- HIGH SENSITIVITY (104 dB LINK BUDGET)
- VERY LOW POWER CONSUMPTION (6µA in sleep mode)
- WIDE RANGE OF SUPPORTED INTERFACES WITH REFERENCE SOFTWARE DRIVERS
- HIGH IMMUNITY TO RADIO INTERFERENCE
- 802.15.4 / ZigBee STACK FEATURING SELF-ORGANISING, SELF-HEALING MESH NETWORK
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- BUILDING AUTOMATION AND MONITORING
- LIGHTING CONTROLS
- WIRELESS SMOKE AND CO DETECTORS
- STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY MONITORING
- HVAC MONITORING AND CONTROL
- INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
- ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING
- SECURITY
- WATER METERING
- INDUSTRIAL MONITORING
- MACHINERY CONDITION AND PERFORMANCE MONITORING
- MONITORING OR PLANT SYSTEM PARAMETERS SUCH AS TEMPERATURE, PRESSURE, FLOW, TANK LEVEL, HUMIDITY, VIBRATION, ETC.
- AUTOMATED METER READING (AMR)
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| ZigBit Module Technical Specifications |
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| Parameter |
ZigBit |
| Frequency Band |
2.400 — 2.483 GHz |
| Number of Channels |
16 |
| Data Rate |
250 kbps |
| Max Output Power |
3 dBm |
| 2nd Harmonic |
-28 dBm |
| 3rd Harmonic |
-26 dBm |
| Sensitivity (PER 1%) |
-101 dBm |
| Adjacent Channel Rejection |
27 dB |
| Alternate Channel Rejection |
53 dB |
| Supply Voltage |
1.8 — 3.75 V |
| Current Consumption, RX |
19 mA |
| Current Consumption, TX |
18 mA |
| Current Consumption (Sleep mode) |
6 µA |
| Flash Memory |
128 kB |
| RAM |
8 kB |
| EEPROM |
4 kB |
| Operating Temperature |
-40 — +85 °C |
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Supported External Interfaces
- USART/SPI, I2C, 1-wire
- UART with CTS/RTS control
- JTAG
- 9 spare GPIOs (up to 25 GPIOs total)
- 2 spare IRQ lines
- 4 ADC lines
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| Resources and Documentation |
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| Software Options: eZeeNet, SerialNet, and OpenMAC |
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ZigBit module is compatible with all three stack configurations available from MeshNetics
- eZeeNet is a robust 802.15.4 / software stack that is tailored for easy-to-use networking in sensing, control, monitoring and data acquisition applications. It supports mesh and tree network topologies.
- SerialNet is used for programming of the module via serial AT-command interface. SerialNet emulates standard eZeeNet functionality so that developers can control eZeeNet software stack without any need to program the MCU directly.
- OpenMAC is MeshNetics’ open source implementation of IEEE 802.15.4 MAC layer intended for embedded software experts and enthusiasts. It supports star and point-to-point network topologies.
| Easy Development with ZigBit Evaluation and Development Kits |
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The ZigBit Evaluation Kit is a convenient way to assess range performance and power consumption of modules in target physical environment.
On top of this functionality, the ZigBit Development Kit also enables developers to write custom embedded applications using eZeeNet API. Each kit includes evaluation boards with sensors, accessories, software and documentation.
- The ZigBit Evaluation Kit Content:
3 x MeshBean evaluation sensor boards with battery holders
3 x ZigBit OEM modules mounted on MeshBean boards
3 x AC power adaptors with cords
3 x USB cables
2 x serial cables
1 x software & documentation CD
| Ordering Information |
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| Part Number |
Description |
Pack Size
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| ZDM-A1281-B0 |
ZigBit™ Module 2.4GHz IEEE802.15.4/ZigBee™ OEM Module with Balanced RF Output for use with external or PCB type antenna.
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| ZDM-A1281-A2 |
ZigBit™ Module 2.4GHz IEEE802.15.4/ZigBee™ OEM Module with on-board dual chip antenna
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| ZDK-A1281-LTE |
ZigBit™ Light Version Evaluation Kit. An easy-to-use tool that enables ZigBee developers to assess range performance and power consumption of ZigBit 802.15.4 / ZigBee modules in the field. The kit includes MeshBean evaluation boards with sensors, ZigBit OEM Modules, testing software, accessories, and documentation.
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| ZDK-A1281-CPT |
ZigBit™ Complete Version Development Kit. A simple yet powerful tool that enables you to easily develop wireless sensor network solutions quickly and cost effectively. The kit includes MeshBean evaluation boards with sensors, ZigBit OEM Modules, testing and embedded application development software, accessories, and documentation.
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| MeshBean Development Boards |
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| WDB-A1281-P1 |
Sensor Evaluation Board supplied with ZDM-A1281-B0 Module |
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| WDB-A1281-A2 |
Sensor Evaluation Board supplied with ZDM-A1281-A2 Module |
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