Sending AT command from xbee pro to read the data from device

[manny09]

I am new to serial communications using Labview. 

I am having trouble with starting up the project, where I have to design the software that involves XBee pro module.

I need to send the READ command to read the data from a device. Then the software should go to the AT command mode (we enter the AT command mode by entering +++)

Then I need to read the energy level of the device by entering the command: ATED. The software should continuously read the energy level every 30 seconds, which will be displayed on the front panel. 

I am not sure where to start the software from. i.e. how to enter the Read command and then the AT command. 

I am hoping someone can suggest how to start this.

Thanks  in advance. 

[GovBob]

I have not used xbee's but I found this example on how to use the AT commands with the xbee pro. It should give you a starting point. You will probably have to mass compile the library for your version of LabVIEW if it is newer the LabVIEW 8. 

Hope this helps

[Danubio]

Hello Manny,

You could also review the discussion from the link below which may also guide you in a good direction with your project. 

"Need example vi using AT commands for dialing the modem at the remote end"
http://forums.ni.com/t5/LabVIEW/Need-example-vi-using-AT-commands-for-dialing-the-modem-at-the/td-p/...

Best regards,

Daniel Cabezas

Applications Engineering

National Instruments

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