You can do it without a dev board.
It is possible when using the USB board. You just have to go about it in a different manner.
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Take the module out of the interface board.
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Connect the interface board to the computer.
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Open X-CTU
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Go to “Modem Configuration”
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Put a check in the “Always update firmware” box
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Select proper modem from drop down menu,
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Select proper function set and firmware version
from drop down menus.
- Click on the “Write” button. After a few seconds of
trying to read the modem, you will get an Info box
that says Action Needed. At this point, CAREFULLY
insert the module into the interface board.
- You may get the info box again a short while after,
just use the reset button on the interface board.
This should get you back up and running.
It can take a couple of tries but it worked for me.
If you just have a breakout board make sure you hook up the Xbee like this:
http://www.faludi.com/itp_coursework/me … grade.html
It won’t work with just just Dout and Din connected. Otherwise follow the instructions above.
I took this info from this post: