Digi XStream-PKG User Manual

Digi Application Guide
Configuring XStream-PKG Serial RF Modems for Serial Bridging
March 2012 v.1 Digi International 1 of 5
1. Configure two XStream-PKG RF modems for serial bridging.
Objective: Configure two XStream-PKG Serial RF modems to build a serial bridge between two
terminals or between a terminal and a device
1.1 Software Requirements
- XCTU
- PuTTy or any Terminal application
1.2 Hardware Requirements
- XStream-PKG RS-232/485 RF Modem x 2
2. Scenario
In our example, we will connect a terminal application running on a computer on each XStream modems
and send data through the bridge.
3. Sample diagram.
Wireless
Terminal
Local
RS232
Terminal
Remote
RS232

Digi XStream-PKG Specifications

General

Connectivity LEDs	Yes
Certification	FCC, IC
Operating temperature (T-T)	-40 - 85 °C
Interface	RS-232/485
Modulation	FSK
Frequency range	902 - 928 MHz
Receive current	70 mA
Transmit current	170 mA
Power down current	1 mA
Operating frequency	900 MHz
Receiver sensitivity	-110 dBm
Throughput data rate	9.6 Kbit/s
Spread spectrum method	FHSS
Impedance	50 Ω
Antenna connector type	RP-SMA
Input voltage	7 - 18 V
Supported network topologies	Peer-to-peer, Point-to-multipoint, Point-to-point

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	200 g
Dimensions (WxDxH)	69.9 x 139.7 x 28.6 mm

Summary

Configure two XStream-PKG RF modems for serial bridging

Software Requirements

Lists necessary software tools like XCTU and PuTTy for modem configuration.

Hardware Requirements

Specifies the required hardware, notably two XStream-PKG RS-232/485 RF Modems.

Scenario

Sample diagram

Step by step instructions

Configuring the Local XStream modem

Details factory reset, DIP switch settings, and connection via XCTU for the local modem.

Configuring the Remote XStream modem

Guides through factory reset, DIP switch configuration, and connection via XCTU for the remote modem.