NXP Semiconductors 1320X-QE128-DSK

Overview

1320X-QE128-DSK from Freescale Semiconductor is a pre-programmed ZigBee Home Automation development starter kit comprising two 1320X-QE128-EVB boards-one configured as a dimmable light node and the other as a dimmer switch node-demonstrating interoperable HA profile lighting control using ZigBee 2006 stack, LCD interface, and LED-based visual feedback.

For engineers reviewing the 1320X-QE128-DSK datasheet, 1320X-QE128-DSK pinout, 1320X-QE128-DSK application, or 1320X-QE128-DSK equivalent, this kit delivers out-of-box ZigBee HA lighting control validation with no initial software setup required, supporting rapid evaluation of network formation, binding, and application-mode light-level control via physical switches and real-time LCD status.

Technical Context

The 1320X-QE128-DSK implements the ZigBee Home Automation (HA) profile v1.1 over the IEEE 802.15.4-2003 PHY/MAC layer, using Freescale's MC1320x RF transceiver and HCS08QE128 MCU. It supports PAN formation, device joining, and cluster-based binding between coordinator and end-device roles without external host.

Each board runs a fixed-function SMAC-based demonstration application pre-loaded in flash, featuring LCD-driven state display (e.g., "HaDimmableLight", "Running Device", "Binding Success"), multi-LED visual indication (LED1–LED4), and tactile switch control (SW1–SW4) for configuration, binding, and level adjustment.

Key Specifications

Availability

1320X-QE128-DSK is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for ZigBee HA lighting evaluation, wireless sensor network prototyping, and embedded RF training programs requiring stable component supply and validated out-of-box functionality.

Supply support for 1320X-QE128-DSK includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

Freescale Semiconductor (now part of NXP Semiconductors) was a U.S.-based semiconductor company specializing in microcontrollers, RF ICs, and wireless connectivity solutions for industrial, automotive, and consumer applications.

The 1320X-QE128-DSK belongs to Freescale's QE128 ZigBee development platform family, designed specifically to accelerate adoption of ZigBee Home Automation by providing hardware-validated, profile-compliant reference implementations for lighting control and switch applications.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the 1320X-QE128-DSK?

The 1320X-QE128-DSK is a pre-programmed ZigBee Home Automation development starter kit that demonstrates interoperable dimmable light and dimmer switch operation using the HA profile. It requires no initial software installation-both boards boot directly into functional network mode with LCD and LED feedback, enabling immediate hands-on evaluation of ZigBee HA lighting control behavior.

Does the 1320X-QE128-DSK require BeeKit software to operate?

No-the 1320X-QE128-DSK ships with a fully functional SMAC-based demonstration application pre-loaded on both boards, allowing complete ZigBee HA network formation, binding, and light-level control using only physical switches and batteries. BeeKit is optional and required only for custom firmware development, stack configuration, or advanced debugging of the 1320X-QE128-DSK.

What hardware components are included with the 1320X-QE128-DSK?

The 1320X-QE128-DSK includes two 1320X-QE128-EVB evaluation boards (labeled "Dimmable Light" and "Dimmer Switch"), one BeeKit CD containing documentation and tools, and a Quick Start Guide. AA batteries are required but not supplied-four are needed (two per board) to power the 1320X-QE128-DSK during demonstration.

How does the 1320X-QE128-DSK demonstrate ZigBee network formation and binding?

The 1320X-QE128-DSK uses tactile switches (SW2) to initiate network formation on the Dimmable Light board and network joining on the Dimmer Switch board. Binding is triggered by pressing SW4 on both boards simultaneously, confirmed by LED3 illumination and "Binding Success" on both LCDs-validating end-to-end HA profile interoperability without host intervention.

What is the role of the HCS08QE128 MCU in the 1320X-QE128-DSK?

The HCS08QE128 MCU serves as the main controller in each 1320X-QE128-DSK board, executing the preloaded SMAC-based ZigBee HA application, managing LCD display, driving LEDs, scanning tactile switches, and interfacing with the MC1320x RF transceiver-enabling autonomous, self-contained operation of the 1320X-QE128-DSK without external processors or PCs.