Core2530 is a ZigBee module based on CC2530F256, and the extension interface is compatible with XBee.

Basically this module can be used in two aspects :

• Develop application with the provided firmware
  • Combined with our provided firmware, this is a simple ZigBee wireless UART module, just as easy to use as any other UART module, and requires NO knowledge about the complicate ZigBee Specification
• Develop your own firmware
  • In this case, you should start from the very underlying to create your solution, what's more, debuggers (like CC Debugger) and knowledge about ZigBee Specification are also required

Specifications : 

• Onboard chip: CC2530F256RHAR
• Communication distance (open and wide operating environment): up to 130 meters when using PCB antenna
• Frequency range: 2.4GHz
• Wide supply-voltage range (2 V–3.6 V)
• Operating temperature: -40℃ ～ 85℃
• Serial port baud rate: 38400bps (default), different baud rates are available by software configuration
• Dimension: 26mm x 28mm (PCB)

Features : 

• As easy to use as any UART modules
• Provided firmware : Coordinator, Router, End Device
  • Router firmware is preloaded by default
• Supports sending large data packet & fast broadcasting via UART
• Supports programming via UART (thanks to the Bootloader, and an serial module is required)
• Supports configuring via upper computer software : working mode, UART port, baudrate, signal channel, etc.
• Optional hardware interface
  • XBee compatible straight through pin headers (soldered by default)
  • SMT stamp holes are also available (for batch purchase, the pin headers can be removed if required)
• MISC
  • Auto networking (at least 1 Coordinator and 1 Router are required)
  • Real-time monitoring the signal intensity between Coordinator, Router, and End Device
  • Supports onboard PCB antenna and/or external IPEX antenna

Resources : 

http://www.waveshare.com/wiki/Core2530_(B)

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