1. What is XBee Pro?
The XBee Pro is a wireless communication module that offers cost-effective connectivity to electronic devices. It is compatible with other Zigbee Pro feature set devices and capable of long-range communication of up to 28 miles with a high-gain antenna.
These programmable modules are versatile and can be utilized for various applications such as remote monitoring, control, and sensing. They are designed to mount into a receptacle and do not require any soldering during installation.
The XBee Pro is widely used in the Internet of Things (IoT) and other wireless communication applications.
2. What is the difference between XBee and Zigbee?
XBee is a family of radio modules that can utilize various wireless communication protocols, including Zigbee. It is a registered trademark of Digi International.
On the other hand, Zigbee is a wireless communications protocol that operates as a mesh network. In a Zigbee system, each node can serve as a wireless data endpoint or repeater. It is a registered trademark of the Zigbee Alliance.
XBee modules are programmable and are suitable for various applications such as remote monitoring, control, and sensing. The main difference between XBee and Zigbee is that XBee is a hardware product, while Zigbee is a wireless communication protocol.