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Postage within Australia
Return of transponder is via Australia Post.
Prices are indicative and can vary depending on weight, size and destination.
NEW - free return postage conditions
Submit a minimum of 10 AMBrc or AMB20 transponders for battery replacement and return is free via Express Post Platinum
Standard mail $10AUD - Single transponder or up to 10 x AMB20/AMBrc
Express Post Platinum $16AUD - up to 500grams, proof of sending and signature required at delivery
Postage quotes and other methods upon request
Postage outside Australia
Return of transponder is via International Postage.
Prices are indicative and can vary depending on weight, size and destination.
NEW - free return postage conditions
Submit a minimum of 10 AMBrc or AMB20 transponders for battery replacement and return is free via Registered Air Mail
Submit a minimum of 20 AMBrc or AMB20 transponders for battery replacement and return is free via Express Courier International
Standard Air Mail $15AUD - Single transponder or up to 10 x AMB20/AMBrc
Registered Air Mail $25AUD - Single transponder or up to 10 x AMB20/AMBrc. Proof of sending and signature at delivery
Express Courier International $55AUD - up to 500 grams, proof of sending, signature at delivery, trackable at ice.auspost.com.au
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AMB20 transponder
Battery replacement - $35AUD
Service time
4-5 days
Replace damaged back shell (post side) - $15AUD (at same time as battery replacement or other service)
Replace faulty LED (charging light) - $15AUD (at same time as battery replacement or other service)
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The AMB20 transponder is no longer manufactured or serviced by AMB.
I buy working or non-working AMB20 transponders.
What is the difference between AMB20 and AMBrc transponders?
AMB20 are the older analogue system and unique numbers are 1-10 and on some rarer system 1-20.
The casing is black and the original battery is Ni-cd.
Not compatible with AMBrc systems.
AMBrc are the current digital model and each one has a unique number.
The casing is red and the battery is Ni-mh.
Not compatible with AMB20 systems.
Only the AMBrc system supports AMBrc DP (direct powered) personal transponders.
AMBrc transponder
Battery replacement - $35AUD
Service time
4-5 days
Replace damaged back shell (post side) - $15AUD (at same time as battery replacement or other service)
Replace faulty LED (charging light) - $15AUD (at same time as battery replacement or other service)
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AMBrc transponder original batteries typically last from 3 - 5 years.
If they do not run flashing green for at least 8 hours then it is time to think about having the batteries replaced.
If the run time has decreased to under 8 hours the battery can lose its remaining capacity very quickly.
What is the difference between AMB20 and AMBrc transponders?
AMB20 are the older analogue system and unique numbers are 1-10 and on some rarer system 1-20.
The casing is black and the original battery is Ni-cd.
Not compatible with AMBrc systems.
AMBrc are the current digital model and each one has a unique number.
The casing is red and the battery is Ni-mh.
Not compatible with AMB20 systems.
Only the AMBrc system supports AMBrc DP (direct powered) personal transponders.
AMBrc DP personal transponder
Lead (wire) replacement service - $38AUD
New mounting clip attached - $7AUD see image at right
Service time
1-2 days
The power lead can be broken off at the case and is not user replaceable.
To replace the lead the transponder is opened and new wires are installed with a new connector.
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AMB400 transponder
Battery replacement - $45AUD
Replace faulty LED (charging light) - $15AUD (at same time as battery replacement or other service)
Service time
4-5 days
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AMB TranX 160 260 old style transponder
Battery replacement - $75AUD
Service time
1 to 4 weeks. New battery and transponder require reset to ensure transponder recognises the high capacity of the new battery.
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Normal function
On charge - light flashes red
Fully charged - solid green light
Taken off charge - flash green 4 times at intervals (indicates 4 days runtime). After each day the flashes will reduce by one.
Low battery - slow flashing red
Off - no light
Indications of a dead or faulty battery
Put on to charge for long period and the light never changes from flashing red to solid green
Charges to solid green but when taken off charge the light does not flash or it only flashes red - no green
What is the difference between AMB TranX 160 and AMB TranX 260?
TranX 160 will work up to speeds of 160kph and a TranX 260 will work up to 260kph.
AMB Tranx 160 260 new style transponder
Battery replacement - $69AUD
Service time
3-4 days
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Normal function
On charge - light flashes red
Fully charged - solid green light
Taken off charge - flash green 4 times at intervals (indicates 4 days runtime). After each day the flashes will reduce by one.
Low battery - slow flashing red
Off - no light
Indications of a dead or faulty battery
Put on to charge for long period and the light never changes from flashing red to solid green
Charges to solid green but when taken off charge the light does not flash or it only flashes red - no green
What is the difference between AMB TranX 160 and AMB TranX 260?
TranX 160 will work up to speeds of 160kph and a TranX 260 will work up to 260kph.
AMB Tranx 140 transponder
Battery replacement - $90AUD
Service time
3-4 days
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This transponder contains a long life battery that does not require charging. The battery is only triggered when the transponder passes over the special AMB Active Loop.
I currently do not have testing facilities for 140s however the battery replacement service is guaranteed. If the transponder still does not work after battery replacement then it can be returned for a full refund.
AMBmx transponder
Battery replacement - $69AUD
Service time
3-4 days
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AMB TranX pro transponder
Battery replacement
$75AUD old style (screwed on lid)
$69AUD new style
Service time
Old style 1 to 4 weeks. New battery and transponder require reset to ensure transponder recognises the high capacity of the new battery.
New style 3-4 days
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AMB Cyclip transponder
Battery replacement - $45AUD
Service time
3-4 days
Contains a sealed long life battery that will stop working after 5-10 years.
New battery can be fitted and will restore to working perfectly again.
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