Holybro XBP9X Radio

Product Overview

The Holybro XBP9X Radio is a versatile telemetry module designed for reliable, long-range data communication. It can be easily configured using Digi's free XCTU software or simplified AT/API command sets. The radios offer secure data transmission with 256-bit AES encryption.

With RF line-of-sight ranging up to 65 miles* and strong interference blocking capabilities, the XBP9X Radio is ideal for applications requiring a combination of extended range, data redundancy, and high data reliability.

Key Features

USB Type-C port with integrated USB to UART converter.
6-position JST-GH connector, allowing direct connection to Pixhawk4 flight controllers.
On-board high voltage BEC, supporting DC7~35V power supply.
Can be powered via USB or flight controller when operating in 100mW transmit power mode.
UART transmission LED indicator.
Three-stage RSSI LED indicator for signal strength monitoring.
256-bit AES encryption for secure data communications.
DigiMesh networking topology for enhanced redundancy and reliability.
Fully certified for use in unlicensed 900 MHz band.

Specifications

Specification	Details
Frequency Range	ISM 902 to 928 MHz
Transmit Power (Software Selectable)	Up to 30 dBm*
Channels	10 hopping sequences share 50 frequencies
RF Data Rate	Low data rate: 10 kb/s; Middle data rate: 110 kb/s; High data rate: 250 kb/s
Maximum Data Throughput	High data rate: 120 kb/s
Available Channel Frequencies	Low and middle data rate: 101; High data rate: 50
Receiver Sensitivity	Low data rate: -113 dBm; Middle data rate: -106 dBm; High data rate: -103 dBm
Receiver IF Selectivity	Low data rate, +/- 250 kHz: 40 dB; Low data rate, +/- 500 kHz: 50 dB; Middle data rate, +/- 250 kHz: 30 dB; Middle data rate, +/- 500 kHz: 40 dB; High data rate, +/- 500 kHz: 30 dB; High data rate, +/- 1000 kHz: 45 dB
Receiver RF Selectivity	Below 900 MHz and above 930 MHz: > 50 dB
Rural Range Line of Sight	Low data rate: Up to 105 km (65 mi)
Urban Range Line of Sight	Low data rate: Up to 18 km (11 mi)
Indoor Range	Low data rate: Up to 300 m (1,000 feet)
Modulation	Gaussian Frequency Shift Keying
Spreading Technology	Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS)
Supported Network Topologies (Software Selectable)	Peer-to-peer (master/slave relationship not required), point-to-point/point-to-multipoint, mesh
Encryption	Optional 256-bit AES CBC encryption. Encryption is enabled with the ATKY command.

Power and Status Indicators

Power

Supply voltage: 5V DC from USB or 6-position JST-GH (100mW).
Supply voltage: 7~35V DC from 4-position JST-GH (500mW or 1000mW).
Transmit current: 300 mA/5V at 20dBm, 500mA/7V at 27dBm, 800 mA/7V at 30dBm.
Receive current: 40 mA.
Serial interface: 3.3 V UART.
Dimensions: 51.9x35.4 x 11.5mm (without antenna).
Note: When using 500mW or 1000mW output, a battery must be used for power supply to ensure stable transmission.

Status LEDs

The radios feature 6 status LEDs: one blue, two orange, and one green. Their states indicate module status and data activity.

Status LED (Green) - Heartbeat Indicator

Green blinking: Module is alive.
Green off or solid: Module is in a crash state.

RSSI LEDs (Blue) - Receive Signal Strength Indicator

RSSI	25 (LED)	50 (LED)	100 (LED)
<25%	off	off	off
25%~50%	on	off	off
50%~85%	on	on	off
85%~100%	on	on	on

UART LEDs (Orange)

These LEDs indicate data transmitting or receiving over the UART interface.

Pinouts, Dimensions, and Antenna

Pinouts

Main Unit Pins:

1. VCC
2. RX
3. TX
4. CTS
5. RTS
6. GND

Power Pins:

1. BAT+
2. BAT+
3. BAT-
4. BAT-

Dimensions

The radio module measures 51.9 x 35.4 x 11.5 mm (excluding the antenna).

Antenna Specifications

Specification	Details
Model	QT900L
Frequency Range	902~928 MHz
Band Width	26 MHz
Polarization	Vertical
Gain	3 dBi
Input Impedance	50Ω
SWR	≤1.5
Maximum Power	20W
Connector	RPSMA (female)
Total Length	19.6 cm (foldable antenna)
Weight	40g

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