G'day Andrew,

Yes, there are a number of places in Australia that you can get your ACR battery replaced. Last time we checked, the replacement costs were around $180-$200.

G'day James,

Yes the ACR ResQLink 400 PLB is able to be used worldwide. You just need to make sure you register it with AMSA here. The main thing to know is that you register it with the Australian authorities, and then if you need to activate it while travelling the signal is sent to the relevant authorities in your country of travel who liaise with the Australian authorities to make sure you get out of trouble safely. It's also worth having a look at the AMSA site, and reading the product user manual to make sure it will suit your needs.

G'day Reginald,

The reference to approval in other countries is to do with residential relocation.  If you ever intend to reside in another country other than Australia the ResQLink will transition, however, the KTI would need to be re-coded and battery replacements can only be done within Australia.
The KTI and other PLBs can be used worldwide for your adventures, (save a small few locations like North Korea for example), and both the KTI and ResQLink use the COSPAS/SARSAT program.
The only other differences is the warranty period - KTI have 10 years & the battery replacement interval - KTI is 10 years.
If you have any other questions we're happy to chat - 1300 914 007.