Archive for June, 2006

XBee Firmware Upgrade Example

X-CTU Modem Configuration.jpg

MaxStream sells several Development Kits that include interface boards and cables for loading firmware upgrades. These interface boards will not connect directly to an XBee that has been soldered to a breakout board, and are rather costly if your only purpose is to upgrade the firmware.

My XBee Firmware Upgrade example demonstrates how to build a bare-bones circuit for loading firmware and configurations to the XBee radio without the need for custom interface boards.