Xbee Zigbee parts...regular part vs PROGRAMMABLE part?

XBee & XBee Gateway XBee - Zigbee
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I see 2 part number versions for say the UFL antenna SMT module parts…
XB24CZ7UIS -004 and XB24CZ7UIS -003

The first is showing Xbee…the second show "programmable xbee?

I am working with the Meshkit, loading Python programs…which part am I actually using?

FYI- The part marking on the module I am using is showing: IC: 1846A-XBEE3 XB3-24Z8US-J Rev U
and this doesnt match either of the parts above?

How would I order this module I am using now?

What is the difference between the two parts?

Can I download a program to both…not sure what the advantage or disadvantage is for one or the other?

Thanks,
Bert

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No, neither of the two part numbers are programmable modules. The best way to know if it is or not is as follows:

XB24CZ7UIS-004 The - after the UIS and before the last 3 characters is where the change occurs. For the Programmable version, the - is replaced with a B character. For example:
Programmable XBee Zigbee Through-Hole (PCB Antenna) XB24CZ7PITB003

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Thanks for replying…

What exactly does programmable mean then? what is different about that part ?

I mean I am loading and reloading a python pgm to the module I have, but I think it is not considered programmable?

The meshkit part nums I am using (from the meshkit) are: 1846A-XBEE3 XB3-24Z8US-J Rev U …
Is that the part number that would be needed to order?

Thanks,
Bert

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Programmable means that a secondary processor is added to the XBee and placed between the XBee modules external pins and the RF processor. It is designed to allow customers who would be using a small 32k processor externally the ability to reduce the number of items for their design.

Yes, the part number you would want to order is XB3-24Z8US-J