User`s guide

XBee RS-232 PH Adapter
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Overview
The XBee RS-232 PH Adapter provides short range wireless connectivity
to any RS-232 serial device, with available solutions for both mesh
(including ZigBee) and point-to-multipoint networks. Unlike an embedded
wireless module, which requires design integration and development time,
these off-the-shelf adapters provides instant wireless connectivity to
existing RS-232 serial devices. All XBee adapters can be used with Digi's
ConnectPort X gateways for data aggregation and IP connectivity
Using a powering mode known as power harvesting (PH), this adapter is
powered by the connected host device through its RS-232 serial port.
Power requirements
This product requires a fully functional serial port conforming to the
RS-232C standard for optimal operation. It requires a sleep/wake duty
cycle as part of its normal operation. An internal battery provides power
when the adapter is operating, and recharges from the serial port when in
sleep mode. The sleep/wake duty cycle requirements vary based on the
current output of serial port
Serial ports that provide hard power of 5 to 14VDC on one or more pins
allow the device to operate continually without a sleep/wake cycle.
WARNING: Do not use this adapter with serial ports with more than 14VDC
output as they may cause the adapter to malfunction.
Connection and power-on
Connect the adapter to the RS-232 port of the host device.
The adapter’s power comes from the host’s serial port.
XBee RS-232 PH Adapter