Digi XBee 865/868 LP Development Kit Getting Started Guide
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Testing the Communication Link and
Establishing a Mesh Network
After setting up your Digi XBee 865/868LP Development Kit and installing the XCTU software, you
can test the communication link and establish the mesh network. The following sections provide
instructions for testing the communication link and establishing the mesh network.
Channel Mask Settings for Europe and India
By default, the CM (Channel Mask) parameter is set to 0x3FFFFFFF, which is the approved
frequency range for Europe. For use in India, the CM parameter must be set to 0x0007F800 to
operate in the 865 to 867 MHz frequency band. Please refer to the XBee 865/868LP Product
Manual for details.
Performing a Range Test
Before running a range test, you must establish a connection with the XCTU software:
1. Double-click the XCTU shortcut on your desktop.
2. Under the PC Settings tab, select the serial COM port associated with the development boards
you have just attached to your computer.
3. Verify that the baud rate and data settings match the internal settings of the devices:
• Baud Rate: 9600
• Flow Control: NONE
• Data Bits: 8
• Parity: NONE
• Stop Bits: 1
4. Click the
Test/Query
button to verify communication with the radio. A pop-up is displayed
showing status and some basic information.
5. Connect power to the second radio using a power supply in a fixed location. This designates as
your remote radio.
