Microchip Technology ATZB-212B-XPRO ZigBit Xplained PRO ATmega256RFR2 Sub-1GHz SoC Board
The Microchip Technology ATZB-212B-XPRO is a ZigBit Xplained PRO expansion board featuring the ATmega256RFR2 wireless SoC and AT86RF212B sub-1GHz radio transceiver, providing a prototyping platform for ZigBee, IEEE 802.15.4, and 6LoWPAN applications.
Features
- Integrated ATmega256RFR2 AVR MCU with AT86RF212B 700/800/900MHz RF transceiver for true SPI-to-antenna solution.
- Designed for ZigBee PRO, IEEE 802.15.4, and 6LoWPAN protocol stacks in sub-1GHz ISM bands.
- On-chip MAC & AES hardware accelerators improve system power efficiency and timing.
- Compatible with any Xplained Pro main board via extension header or can operate as a standalone wireless node.
- Bidirectional differential antenna pins eliminate need for an external RF switch.
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The ATZB-212B-XPRO ZigBit Xplained PRO board is a dedicated development platform for Microchip Technology’s ZigBit wireless modules. It integrates an ATmega256RFR2 microcontroller—an AVR-based wireless System-on-Chip (SoC)—with an AT86RF212B radio transceiver, creating a complete, low-power RF node for the 700-900MHz spectrum. This architecture is optimized for low-voltage operation and includes on-chip RF components, requiring only an antenna, crystal, and decoupling capacitors externally.
The board facilitates rapid prototyping and hardware verification for wireless sensor networks. It provides direct access to the SoC’s SPI interface and GPIOs, enabling firmware development for ZigBee PRO, IEEE 802.15.4, and IPv6-based 6LoWPAN networks. The integrated MAC and AES accelerators offload processing from the main CPU, reducing active power consumption and ensuring precise timing for robust wireless communication in industrial, home automation, and smart metering applications.
Additional Information
| Weight | 0.06 kg |
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| Dimensions | 14 × 9 × 3 cm |
