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meldxb

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Hello

I will be in Canada later this year and plan on bringing some of my A/V equipment along. I have a 46" Sony Bravia TV, Sony Playstation 3, JBL Subwoofer and a Bose Wave Music System. All these are rated at 220-240V 50/60Hz. I would prefer to bring them along as my collection of Blurays and games are all region 2 coded so they can only be used in this PS3.
So I would need a step up transformer to convert 110V to 220V. I would like to know how economical it is to buy step up transformers in Canada and if they reliable to be used with this equipment.

Any advise from someone using transformers will be appreciated.

Mel
 
http://www.thesource.ca/estore/product.aspx?language=en-CA&catalog=Online&category=Travel+Adapters&product=2738627

This is just an example; there are cheaper ones too. I remember getting it for almost 15 dollars and it was from THE SOURCE, the link above. It won't be that expensive I guess to hook up all your equipment to 110 if you bring 'em here. If I were you, I would get rid of it and seel them if I get a good price and then find good deals once I am here.
 
Hi meldxb

We went through the same thing coming from Australia to Canada. From our experience, it's more economical to buy it in Australia (if that is where you are from) and bring it with you.
 
Thanks Umairz & TracyS, I checked out step up transformers and also noticed that the prices are high for higher rated transformers and the units get bulkier. I also have a few computer components such as a printer, LCD monitor and powered speakers that run at 220V but I may have to get rid of them as too many transformers may not be worth it.
 
Hi Mel,

I was just wandering how you got on with your A/V equipment? Did you sell it or get a step up transformer?

Im currently in the same boat and have a lot of hi end a/v equipment that I'd hate to part with. Its all UK brought so 230v and I am trying to decide whether or not to take it with me. I just wanted to check if you took yours with you and if so how did it operate with the transformers?

Many thanks,



Taj.
 
It's very easy to use. Just plug in and turn on. I brought a rice cooker and slow cooker from China to my new home in Vancouver. All are rated at 220V.
 
meldxb said:
Hello

I will be in Canada later this year and plan on bringing some of my A/V equipment along. I have a 46" Sony Bravia TV, Sony Playstation 3, JBL Subwoofer and a Bose Wave Music System. All these are rated at 220-240V 50/60Hz. I would prefer to bring them along as my collection of Blurays and games are all region 2 coded so they can only be used in this PS3.
So I would need a step up transformer to convert 110V to 220V. I would like to know how economical it is to buy step up transformers in Canada and if they reliable to be used with this equipment.

Any advise from someone using transformers will be appreciated.

Mel
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AFAIK, Transformers are a little heavy and consider that when you plan your baggage.
 
HI

Is it possible for me to use my Music system rated 240V AC, 50HZ in Canada .
Is there any converter that step up 110V AC to 240VAC for using my music system

Thanks

Sunny
umairz said:
http://www.thesource.ca/estore/product.aspx?language=en-CA&catalog=Online&category=Travel+Adapters&product=2738627

This is just an example; there are cheaper ones too. I remember getting it for almost 15 dollars and it was from THE SOURCE, the link above. It won't be that expensive I guess to hook up all your equipment to 110 if you bring 'em here. If I were you, I would get rid of it and seel them if I get a good price and then find good deals once I am here.
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sunny1975 said:
HI

Is it possible for me to use my Music system rated 240V AC, 50HZ in Canada .
Is there any converter that step up 110V AC to 240VAC for using my music system

Thanks

Sunny
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1. You can, but the HZ rate will be a problem as it is 60HZ in Canada.
2. Is the 50/60 cycle difference important?
It can be, depending upon the appliances you are taking. In North, Central and parts South America, as well as scattered other countries, the current alternates 60 times per second. In most the rest of the world, it does so 50 times a second. Converters and transformers do not convert cycles. Many electronic appliances convert the incoming power to DC so the cycle difference is irrelevant. Some electronic appliances, such as analog clocks, turntables, and others with motors will run faster or slower. Televisions built only for 60 Hz may or may not work; try to get a 50/60 Hz model if possible.
 
If it is 50/60 HZ and 100~240V
Then will it work without any problem in Canada ?
I mean without even needing any transformer etc, just plug and play as usual .
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