{"product_id":"pololu-1337-1336-wixel-programmable-usb-wireless-module","title":"Pololu 1337\/1336 Wixel Programmable USB Wireless Module","description":"\u003cmeta name=\"description\" content=\"Buy Pololu 1337\/1336 Wixel Programmable USB Wireless Module online in India at best price from The Tech Depot, Bengaluru. Authentic product, 7-day warranty on manufacturing defects, fast delivery across India.\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003ePololu 1337\/1336 Wixel Programmable USB Wireless Module\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pololu Wixel is a programmable wireless module featuring an integrated USB interface and a CC2511F32 microcontroller, enabling developers to create wireless communication systems without external RF expertise. Professional embedded systems engineers, IoT developers, and roboticists use the Wixel for building custom wireless applications including remote sensor networks, wireless robot control, and point-to-point data transmission. This module solves the complexity of implementing reliable wireless communication by providing a pre-engineered platform with built-in USB connectivity and simplified programming through the Wixel IDE based on Processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pololu 1337\/1336 Wixel operates on the principle of direct-sequence spread spectrum (DSSS) technology using the 2.4 GHz ISM band, which is globally unlicensed and ideal for short-range wireless applications. The module integrates a Texas Instruments CC2511F32 microcontroller with an embedded 802.15.4 compatible transceiver, delivering a 250 kbps data rate with a typical range of 50-100 meters in open space. The USB interface allows direct connection to computers for programming and power supply, while the 32 KB of flash memory provides ample space for custom firmware development. The module features 4 KB of RAM for runtime variables and includes multiple GPIO pins for sensor integration and peripheral control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat distinguishes the Wixel from generic wireless modules is its dual-module capability, allowing two units to communicate wirelessly while maintaining independent USB connections to separate computers or power sources. The built-in bootloader enables over-the-air firmware updates, reducing deployment complexity in field applications. The Wixel IDE provides a beginner-friendly programming environment with pre-built libraries for wireless communication, serial data handling, and GPIO operations, making it accessible to developers while maintaining the flexibility required for advanced applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDetails\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProgrammable Wireless USB Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePololu\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel Numbers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1337 and 1336\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal\/Authentic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 days on manufacturing defects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-5 days from Bengaluru\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDelivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7-8 days across India\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupport\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24\/7 via Email and WhatsApp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicrocontroller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTexas Instruments CC2511F32\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Band\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.4 GHz ISM Band\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 kbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWireless Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50-100 meters line-of-sight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlash Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 KB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRAM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 KB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGPIO Pins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMultiple configurable digital and analog I\/O\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB 2.0 Full-Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.3V to 5V via USB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 20-40 mA active, 1 mA sleep mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProgramming Environment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWixel IDE (Processing-based)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated USB connectivity for direct computer interface and power supply without external power sources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCC2511F32 microcontroller with 32 KB flash and 4 KB RAM for substantial custom firmware implementation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e802.15.4 compatible transceiver providing reliable point-to-point and multi-node wireless communication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-module wireless pairing capability allowing two independent Wixels to communicate while maintaining separate USB connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver-the-air firmware update functionality through bootloader support for field deployment flexibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWixel IDE with Processing-based syntax and pre-built wireless libraries for rapid prototyping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple GPIO pins supporting digital I\/O, PWM, and analog input for sensor and actuator integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow power sleep modes consuming approximately 1 mA for battery-powered applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications and Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWireless sensor networks for environmental monitoring with multiple Wixel nodes collecting temperature, humidity, and pressure data from distributed locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote robot control systems where a master Wixel transmits motor commands and receives sensor feedback from a slave Wixel mounted on a mobile platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoint-to-point wireless data bridges connecting legacy serial devices to modern systems without physical cabling constraints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIoT prototyping platforms for testing wireless communication protocols and mesh networking topologies before production deployment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEducational robotics and embedded systems projects where students need hands-on wireless communication experience with manageable complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWireless gamepad and human-machine interface applications transmitting button states and analog joystick values to computer systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome automation sensor nodes for monitoring door\/window status, motion detection, and environmental conditions across multiple rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial equipment monitoring systems transmitting diagnostic data from machinery to centralized data collection points wirelessly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBegin by installing the Wixel IDE from Pololu's official website on your computer running Windows, macOS, or Linux. Connect your Wixel module to a USB port on your computer, which will automatically power the device and establish a virtual serial communication port. Launch the Wixel IDE and open the example sketches provided in the application to understand the basic wireless communication framework. The IDE uses Processing-based syntax, making it familiar to Arduino developers, with built-in functions like radioComRxDoneHandler() for receiving wireless packets and radioComTxPacket() for transmitting data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor two-module wireless communication, ensure both Wixels are programmed with compatible firmware that establishes a wireless link through the radioComInit() function. The first Wixel acts as the transmitter and the second as the receiver, with data passed through the USB serial interface to your host application. Configure GPIO pins for your specific application using pinMode() and digitalWrite() functions, and integrate sensor reading logic within the main loop. Test communication by opening the serial monitor in the IDE to verify packet transmission and reception. For advanced applications, utilize the 32 KB flash memory to store application-specific data and implement custom protocols beyond the standard wireless communication framework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the maximum wireless range of the Pololu 1337\/1336 Wixel?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wixel achieves a typical wireless range of 50-100 meters in open line-of-sight conditions. Range varies significantly based on environmental factors including wall materials, metal objects, and electromagnetic interference. Indoor range typically reduces to 20-30 meters depending on building construction. Testing in your specific environment is recommended before deployment in critical applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I program the Wixel without prior microcontroller experience?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the Wixel IDE uses Processing-based syntax which is beginner-friendly and similar to Arduino programming. Pololu provides extensive documentation and example sketches covering wireless communication, GPIO control, and serial communication. However, basic understanding of programming concepts and familiarity with the Processing language will accelerate your development process significantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow do I implement over-the-air firmware updates on the Wixel?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wixel bootloader supports wireless firmware updates through a master-slave configuration. Program your master Wixel with bootloader firmware that can receive new firmware packets wirelessly and program them into the slave Wixel's flash memory. This requires implementing a custom bootloader protocol and is recommended only for advanced users familiar with microcontroller memory management and wireless packet handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat power consumption should I expect in different operating modes?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActive wireless transmission and reception consume approximately 20-40 mA at 3.3V. Sleep mode reduces consumption to approximately 1 mA, enabling battery-powered applications with extended runtime. The actual consumption depends on your application's duty cycle, transmission frequency, and GPIO peripheral usage. Calculate total power requirements by measuring your specific firmware's behavior with a multimeter or power analyzer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan multiple Wixels communicate in a mesh network topology?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard Wixel firmware supports point-to-point communication between two modules. Implementing mesh networking requires custom firmware development to handle multi-hop routing, packet forwarding, and network topology management. This is an advanced application requiring deep understanding of wireless networking protocols and the CC2511F32 microcontroller architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhen will I receive my order?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders are dispatched within 1-5 business days from our Bengaluru warehouse. Delivery takes 7-8 days to most locations across India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is your return and warranty policy?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer a 7-day return policy on manufacturing defects only. Contact support within 7 days of receipt for free replacement or full refund. Not applicable for user damage or misuse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre bulk discounts available?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, wholesale pricing for orders of 10 or more units. 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