US users need to buy another voltage transformer? I'm a newbie with electronics, but is that really true?
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NO, that's not true, U.S uses 120vac, rest of the world is 220, the relay can take up to 250vac, so you're good, I'm an Electronics technician by the way :)
1162050
mine is the 120 Volt version and if you do have this one then yes you need to get a transformer.
127416
I imagine the plug is less important than the voltage. The US used 110 volts. If you use the same power as the UK you might be better off looking on Amazon.co.uk. Good luck!
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It sounds like you will NOT need a transformer but just a plug adapter. The power supply of your item is capable of any input voltage from 100v to 230v, and 50 or 60Hz. The US uses 120v and 60Hz so it will work there. The only consideration now is if you have the right plug shape to plug into US wall sockets. I have moved between Canada/US [120v/60Hz] and Europe and Australia [230v/50Hz], so I have some experience with this. All of my electronics that are marked this way worked in these locations (TVs, laptops, most modern chargers).So you don't need an active transformer like this, you just need a simple physical plug adapter like this: Ceptics Grounded Universal Plug Adapter for US (Type B) - 3 Pack It sounds like you will NOT need a transformer but just a plug adapter. The power supply of your item is capable of any input voltage from 100v to 230v, and 50 or 60Hz. The US uses 120v and 60Hz so it will work there. The only consideration now is if you have the right plug shape to plug into US wall sockets. I have moved between Canada/US [120v/60Hz] and Europe and Australia [230v/50Hz], so I have some experience with this. All of my electronics that are marked this way worked in these locations (TVs, laptops, most modern chargers).So you don't need an active transformer like... » Read More It sounds like you will NOT need a transformer but just a plug adapter. The power supply of your item is capable of any input voltage from 100v to 230v, and 50 or 60Hz. The US uses 120v and 60Hz so it will work there. The only consideration now is if you have the right plug shape to plug into US wall sockets. I have moved between Canada/US [120v/60Hz] and Europe and Australia [230v/50Hz], so I have some experience with this. All of my electronics that are marked this way worked in these locations (TVs, laptops, most modern chargers).So you don't need an active transformer like this, you just need a simple physical plug adapter like this: Ceptics Grounded Universal Plug Adapter for US (Type B) - 3 Pack « Show Less
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It needs a 6 volt, 300 mA power supply. The one that came with mine expects 120 volt AC at 60Hz and has the US 2 prong plug. So it probably won't work without a transformer, but you can probably find a replacement with the same output voltage for cheap.
230682
would it be compatible if we use a transformer that we use of our US DVD player in the UK
914249
Yes, we've used a few items with two prongs without any problems. But make sure that whatever you're plugging in can handle the higher voltage. We use a transformer if the appliance/whatnot can only take 115V-120V range. Usually, laptops and the like can handle 115V-220V so all you need is an adapter.
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I purchased one from the US to discover that it was only 110 v but have found a reasonably priced transformer does the job. Works well.
1927586
sorry did not pay attention to that.just make sure you have a transformer if you are gonna use it some other country.
146994
Dunno but step-down transformers are cheap. I even built a couple in my time,. The fact that the likely use is 220v 50Hz is irrelevant since Hz should not matter.Try import-export houses
923089
Hello Simon. I have just ordered some of these units from Amazon USA to be shipped for my home use in Singapore also. May I please ask how your experience has been with them, what transformer you use and where you purchased these transformers?
2015187
No you will not need a transformer. 220v is what we also have in the USA and the machine can run on 220v.Enjoy your illy! Victoria LA, CA
761628
Were you able to find a 220 charger? We are in the same situation. I don't want to have to use a transformer for charging, and I don't want to buy the euro 18v version just for the 3 years I am stationed in Europe. Thanks!
632399
If you bought it in the US and taking it to Europe you need to convert the power from 110 to 220 or it is going to burn out. Either the power cable already has the converter and it is a small black box that is part of the power cable. All you need is an adapter for the plug. If the power cable is just a plain cable without a special little black box attached to it then you need to buy a 50 dollar transformer. It is cheaper to order those on Amazon as I have done.
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I'm no electronics expert but I would think that if you had a battery that could provide the right voltage and current that it wouldn't be an issue. You are also going to need the right DC connector plug. Maybe you want to consult with someone in the electronics field. The transformer that comes with the unit is a 9VDC 1500ma Class 2 transformer. Model #CY48-0901500. Good Luck.
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well you may find you need more than 200 watt transformer. i got a 500 and run all my U.S. stuff on it. ie TV, laptop.. hard drives :)... ps stay away from the one with the usb port. its junk.....
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I;ve never seen a TV in the US that wasn't 110V, as is mine. I suppose its possible they could build one with an internal transformer but I doubt that they would. It's probably up to the customer to secure the proper voltage adapter for their particular country. For additional clarity contact www.samsung.com.