Upgrade your IoT projects with an IEEE802.15.4-compliant 2.4GHz RF transceiver, offering ZigBee, MiWi, MiWi P2P, and proprietary wireless networking for seamless connectivity and endless innovation
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Hardware Overview
How does it work?
BEE Click is based on the MRF24J40MA, a 2.4GHz RF transceiver module from Microchip. It operates at ISM Band from 2.405 to 2.48GHz over an integrated PCB antenna and matching circuitry. You can set one of the 16 channels in the frequency range. With up to 36dB of TX power control range, it can achieve data rates of up to 250Kbps. The module integrates the PHY and MAC functionality and can create a low-cost, low-power, and low-data-rate Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN). To reduce the load on the host MCU, the module
features automatic packet retransmission, automatic acknowledgment, energy detection, CSMA-CA algorithm, three CCA modes, security encryption and decryption, and more. To communicate with the host MCU, the BEE Click uses a standard 4-Wire SPI serial interface and supports SPI mode 0 only, which requires that SCK idles in a low state. In addition, BEE Click features other functionalities, such as the RST pin for resetting the module with active Low. The WA pin is an external wake-up trigger disabled by default
and should be enabled in the software. This pin is in conjunction with the sleep mode. In addition, the module can signal one of eight interrupt events over the INT pin. This Click board™ can be operated only with a 3.3V logic voltage level. The board must perform appropriate logic voltage level conversion before using MCUs with different logic levels. Also, it comes equipped with a library containing functions and an example code that can be used as a reference for further development.
Features overview
Development board
EasyAVR v7 is the seventh generation of AVR development boards specially designed for the needs of rapid development of embedded applications. It supports a wide range of 16-bit AVR microcontrollers from Microchip and has a broad set of unique functions, such as a powerful onboard mikroProg programmer and In-Circuit debugger over USB. The development board is well organized and designed so that the end-user has all the necessary elements in one place, such as switches, buttons, indicators, connectors, and others. With four different connectors for each port, EasyAVR v7 allows you to connect accessory boards, sensors, and custom electronics more
efficiently than ever. Each part of the EasyAVR v7 development board contains the components necessary for the most efficient operation of the same board. An integrated mikroProg, a fast USB 2.0 programmer with mikroICD hardware In-Circuit Debugger, offers many valuable programming/debugging options and seamless integration with the Mikroe software environment. Besides it also includes a clean and regulated power supply block for the development board. It can use a wide range of external power sources, including an external 12V power supply, 7-12V AC or 9-15V DC via DC connector/screw terminals, and a power source via the USB Type-B (USB-B)
connector. Communication options such as USB-UART and RS-232 are also included, alongside the well-established mikroBUS™ standard, three display options (7-segment, graphical, and character-based LCD), and several different DIP sockets which cover a wide range of 16-bit AVR MCUs. EasyAVR v7 is an integral part of the Mikroe ecosystem for rapid development. Natively supported by Mikroe software tools, it covers many aspects of prototyping and development thanks to a considerable number of different Click boards™ (over a thousand boards), the number of which is growing every day.
Microcontroller Overview
MCU Card / MCU

Architecture
AVR
MCU Memory (KB)
128
Silicon Vendor
Microchip
Pin count
40
RAM (Bytes)
16384
Used MCU Pins
mikroBUS™ mapper
Take a closer look
Click board™ Schematic

Step by step
Project assembly
Track your results in real time
Application Output
1. Application Output - In Debug mode, the 'Application Output' window enables real-time data monitoring, offering direct insight into execution results. Ensure proper data display by configuring the environment correctly using the provided tutorial.

2. UART Terminal - Use the UART Terminal to monitor data transmission via a USB to UART converter, allowing direct communication between the Click board™ and your development system. Configure the baud rate and other serial settings according to your project's requirements to ensure proper functionality. For step-by-step setup instructions, refer to the provided tutorial.

3. Plot Output - The Plot feature offers a powerful way to visualize real-time sensor data, enabling trend analysis, debugging, and comparison of multiple data points. To set it up correctly, follow the provided tutorial, which includes a step-by-step example of using the Plot feature to display Click board™ readings. To use the Plot feature in your code, use the function: plot(*insert_graph_name*, variable_name);. This is a general format, and it is up to the user to replace 'insert_graph_name' with the actual graph name and 'variable_name' with the parameter to be displayed.

Software Support
Library Description
This library contains API for BEE Click driver.
Key functions:
bee_read_rx_fifo
- Read RX FIFO functionbee_write_tx_normal_fifo
- Write TX normal FIFO function
Open Source
Code example
The complete application code and a ready-to-use project are available through the NECTO Studio Package Manager for direct installation in the NECTO Studio. The application code can also be found on the MIKROE GitHub account.
/*!
* \file
* \brief Bee Click example
*
* # Description
* This example demonstrates the use of an BEE click board by showing
* the communication between the two click boards.
*
* The demo application is composed of two sections :
*
* ## Application Init
* Initializes the driver and configures the click board.
*
* ## Application Task
* Depending on the selected application mode, it reads all the received data or
* sends the desired message every 3 seconds.
*
* \author MikroE Team
*
*/
// ------------------------------------------------------------------- INCLUDES
#include "board.h"
#include "log.h"
#include "bee.h"
// ------------------------------------------------------------------ VARIABLES
// Comment out the line below in order to switch the application mode to receiver
#define DEMO_APP_TRANSMITTER
static bee_t bee;
static log_t logger;
static uint8_t short_address1[ 2 ] = { 0 };
static uint8_t short_address2[ 2 ] = { 0 };
static uint8_t long_address1[ 8 ] = { 0 };
static uint8_t long_address2[ 8 ] = { 0 };
static uint8_t pan_id1[ 2 ] = { 0 };
static uint8_t pan_id2[ 2 ] = { 0 };
static uint8_t rx_data_fifo[ BEE_DATA_LENGHT ] = { 0 };
static uint8_t rx_data_fifo_old[ BEE_DATA_LENGHT ] = { 0 };
static uint8_t data_tx1[] = { 'M', 'i', 'k', 'r', 'o', 'E', 0 };
static uint8_t data_tx2[] = { 'B', 'E', 'E', ' ', ' ', ' ', 0 };
static uint8_t tx_data_fifo[ BEE_DATA_LENGHT + BEE_HEADER_LENGHT + 2 ] = { 0 };
// ------------------------------------------------------ APPLICATION FUNCTIONS
void application_init ( void )
{
log_cfg_t log_cfg;
bee_cfg_t cfg;
/**
* Logger initialization.
* Default baud rate: 115200
* Default log level: LOG_LEVEL_DEBUG
* @note If USB_UART_RX and USB_UART_TX
* are defined as HAL_PIN_NC, you will
* need to define them manually for log to work.
* See @b LOG_MAP_USB_UART macro definition for detailed explanation.
*/
LOG_MAP_USB_UART( log_cfg );
log_init( &logger, &log_cfg );
log_info( &logger, "---- Application Init ----" );
// Click initialization.
bee_cfg_setup( &cfg );
BEE_MAP_MIKROBUS( cfg, MIKROBUS_1 );
bee_init( &bee, &cfg );
for ( uint8_t cnt = 0; cnt < 2; cnt++ )
{
short_address1[ cnt ] = 1;
short_address2[ cnt ] = 2;
pan_id1[ cnt ] = 3;
pan_id2[ cnt ] = 3;
}
for ( uint8_t cnt = 0; cnt < 8; cnt++ )
{
long_address1[ cnt ] = 1;
long_address2[ cnt ] = 2;
}
log_printf( &logger, " Reset and WakeUp \r\n" );
bee_hw_reset( &bee );
bee_soft_reset( &bee );
bee_rf_reset( &bee );
bee_enable_immediate_wake_up( &bee );
#ifdef DEMO_APP_TRANSMITTER
// Transmitter mode
log_printf( &logger, " Application Mode: Transmitter\r\n" );
tx_data_fifo[0] = BEE_HEADER_LENGHT;
tx_data_fifo[1] = BEE_HEADER_LENGHT + BEE_DATA_LENGHT;
tx_data_fifo[2] = 0x01; // control frame
tx_data_fifo[3] = 0x88;
tx_data_fifo[4] = 0x23; // sequence number
tx_data_fifo[5] = pan_id2[1]; // destinatoin pan
tx_data_fifo[6] = pan_id2[0];
tx_data_fifo[7] = short_address2[0]; // destination address
tx_data_fifo[8] = short_address2[1];
tx_data_fifo[9] = pan_id1[0]; // source pan
tx_data_fifo[10] = pan_id1[1];
tx_data_fifo[11] = short_address1[0]; // source address
tx_data_fifo[12] = short_address1[1];
memcpy( &tx_data_fifo[ 13 ], &data_tx1[ 0 ], BEE_DATA_LENGHT );
log_printf( &logger, " Set address and PAN ID \r\n" );
bee_set_long_address( &bee, &long_address1 );
bee_set_short_address( &bee, &short_address1 );
bee_set_pan_id( &bee, &pan_id1 );
#else
log_printf( &logger, " Application Mode: Receiver\r\n" );
log_printf( &logger, " Set address and PAN ID \r\n" );
bee_set_long_address( &bee, &long_address2 );
bee_set_short_address( &bee, &short_address2 );
bee_set_pan_id( &bee, &pan_id2 );
#endif
log_printf( &logger, " Init ZigBee module: \r\n" );
log_printf( &logger, " - Set nonbeacon-enabled \r\n" );
bee_nonbeacon_init( &bee );
log_printf( &logger, " - Set as PAN coordinator\r\n" );
bee_nonbeacon_pan_coordinator_device( &bee );
log_printf( &logger, " - Set max TX power\r\n" );
bee_set_tx_power( &bee, 31 );
log_printf( &logger, " - All frames 3, data frame\r\n" );
bee_set_frame_format_filter( &bee, 1 );
log_printf( &logger, " - Set normal mode\r\n" );
bee_set_reception_mode( &bee, 1 );
log_printf( &logger, " - Device Wake Up\r\n" );
bee_hw_wake_up( &bee );
bee_read_byte_short( &bee, BEE_INTSTAT ); // clears status register
Delay_1sec( );
}
void application_task ( void )
{
#ifdef DEMO_APP_TRANSMITTER
// Transmitter mode
memcpy( &tx_data_fifo[ 13 ], &data_tx1[ 0 ], BEE_DATA_LENGHT);
bee_write_tx_normal_fifo( &bee, 0, &tx_data_fifo[ 0 ] );
log_printf( &logger, " - Sent data : " );
log_printf( &logger, "%.6s \r\n", data_tx1 );
Delay_ms( 3000 );
memcpy( &tx_data_fifo[ 13 ], &data_tx2[ 0 ], BEE_DATA_LENGHT );
bee_write_tx_normal_fifo( &bee, 0, &tx_data_fifo[ 0 ] );
log_printf( &logger, " - Sent data : " );
log_printf( &logger, "%.6s \r\n", data_tx2 );
Delay_ms( 3000 );
#else
// Receiver mode
bee_read_rx_fifo( &bee, &rx_data_fifo[ 0 ] );
if ( memcmp( &rx_data_fifo_old[ 0 ], &rx_data_fifo[ 0 ], BEE_DATA_LENGHT ) )
{
memcpy( &rx_data_fifo_old [ 0 ], &rx_data_fifo[ 0 ], BEE_DATA_LENGHT );
log_printf( &logger, " - Received data : " );
log_printf( &logger, "%.6s \r\n", rx_data_fifo );
Delay_ms( 1500 );
}
Delay_ms( 500 );
#endif
}
void main ( void )
{
application_init( );
for ( ; ; )
{
application_task( );
}
}
// ------------------------------------------------------------------------ END