does any one have code cc2420 p2p using pic18f4550

sandeep · Joined: 12 Dec 2014 Posts: 3

im am trying to communicate from one point to another point using cc2420 zigbee module in SPI MODE using pic18f4550 if any one have tried it help me how to do it and anyone had code please share with me.

please help me with this. thankyou....

temtronic · Posted: Thu Dec 25, 2014 6:34 am

Since no one has replied, I'll post a few points.
1) ALL zigbee devices are 3 Volt devices so you MUST have some form of 'logic level translation' if you use a 5 volt PIC! Easiest solution is to use a 3Volt rated PIC. typically this is one with 'L' in the part number(18LF46K22 is 3V, 18F46k22 is 5 volt). Using a 3 volt PIC elimininates the need for 'logic level translation' devices(chips or transistors),extra wiring,etc.

2)SMD is NOT fun to solder, so get some 'modules'. Check to be sure they are 100% compatible.Some will run off 5 V but really are just a PCB, 3V regulator and zigbee so it it a 3 V module! See #1 above

3)search the 'code library' here, then google for 'drivers for zigbee,ccs c'. There may be something 'out there'. You'll also probably need the x-ctu PC software to program the zigbee devices. There's a huge learning curve running that program .... I gave up after 3 months of frustration..

4)I've yet to find ANY wireless communications modules that are simple 'install and work' that are economical(<$50 per device). Sigh, 100' of CAT5 works 100% of the time!

jay