Going to Europe and........

[abaez]

Will I be able to plug my digital camera's charger in the outlets over there? Do I need a special adapter or something?

I will be going to england, france and italy if it makes a difference. And its the charger for the s30.

 

[Migroo]

USA - 110v?

England - 240v.

Yes.

 

[abaez]

expensive? can you get it at fry's?

 

[Scipionix]

Originally posted by: abaez
Will I be able to plug my digital camera's charger in the outlets over there? Do I need a special adapter or something?

I will be going to england, france and italy if it makes a difference. And its the charger for the s30.

Look at the spec label on the adapter. If it says 120-240 v and 50-60Hz or something like that, you can. If it just says 120/60, you can't. A lot of those adapters are now designed to work worldwide. If it is compatible you will still need a plug adapter to match the prongs. Those are cheap.

EDIT: maybe, but I doubt it. Try a travel store for the plug adapter.

 

[abaez]

Charger says 100v-240v 50/60.

I'm reading this and so confused, wth do I need the prong adapter or a transformer??

 

[Haircut]

For the plug adaptor, bear in mind that the UK and mainland Europe use different style pins, so you will need to make sure both are covered.
They seem reasonably cheap.

 

[Scipionix]

Originally posted by: abaez
Charger says 100v-240v 50/60.

I'm reading this and so confused, wth do I need the prong adapter or a transformer??

Your charger can handle the voltages and frequencies used in both the USA and Europe, but the prongs themselves are not compatible. You will need a prong adapter. It simply allows you plug the adapter into the outlet.

 

[rbhawcroft]

you can get it all at the airport. uk is three pronged and 50/240 europ is two tubed prongs and i think 60/120 get a universal transformer with a worldwide plug adapter set.

 

[UltraQuiet]

Originally posted by: rbhawcroft
you can get it all at the airport. uk is three pronged and 50/240 europ is two tubed prongs and i think 60/120 get a universal transformer with a worldwide plug adapter set.

I'm sure that will be cheap. Get them before you leave.

 

[Scipionix]

Originally posted by: rbhawcroft
you can get it all at the airport. uk is three pronged and 50/240 europ is two tubed prongs and i think 60/120 get a universal transformer with a worldwide plug adapter set.

No, if the camera charger is all you are taking, you do NOT need a transformer. The plug adapters are cheap, but the transformer is $50 you don't need to waste.

 

[abaez]

Originally posted by: Haircut
For the plug adaptor, bear in mind that the UK and mainland Europe use different style pins, so you will need to make sure both are covered.
They seem reasonably cheap.

Which one exactly of those will I need... London ASM9014? Italy/France...ASM9016?

 

[BlueApple]

Background info

It has this on there...

WHAT ABOUT YOUR COMPUTER, camcorder, CD/DVD player, etc?
Fortunately, many portable computers today come with power supplies that can be used in almost any part of the world. Check the manufacturer's label to see what type of input it can handle. This applies to many digital cameras, VCRs, video games and other electronic devices as well.

Those designed for use just about anywhere have a section on the label that looks something like this:


INPUT: AC 100V- 240V~ 1.0A 50 / 60 Hz



This shows that the device was designed to be used over a wide range of voltage levels and at different electrical frequencies. In this particular example (based on an HP Omnibook 800CT), the computer can accept ?nominal? voltage anywhere from 100 volts to 240 volts and can operate on either a 50 Hz or 60 Hz system. It is designed for alternating current (AC). Like most appliances, it should not be used on a direct current (DC) system. DC electrical systems are not common, but some do exist.

If you must take other types of electrical appliances with you abroad, your best bet is to buy travel-size dual-voltage appliances that can run on both 110 and 220-volt currents. Make sure the switch is on the proper voltage for the country you are in before using the appliance. You will also need to carry adapter plugs with you to fit the outlets in the countries you're visiting.

You will not need a transformer, which is about the size (and weight) of a brick. You will need adaptors, which you can order now on the net, or when you leave. I don't think Fry's would have them, but a large local travel or luggage shop might. I (use) and recommend Magellan?s for my travel supplies. They may not be the cheapest, but everything is always here quickly and of good quality.

France and Italy use the same adaptors, but England uses a different one. You should get the ungrounded prongs, unless your charger has 3 pins on it now. Here are photos and info about each countries electrical system (scroll up the page for other hints and tips while in the country):

Italy Electrical
France Electrical
England Electrical

PS: I went through this ordeal last summer when going to South Africa and had to figure out about the charger for my laptop.