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US to UK Adapter
« on: November 08, 2005, 10:12:59 PM »
Guess what I forgot to pack?  [smiley=doh.gif]

Consequently, I can't charge my mobile, my Palm, or my laptop.  Any ideas on the best place to look for one?

Thanks!
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Re: US to UK Adapter
« Reply #1 on: November 08, 2005, 10:18:51 PM »
Dixons or Argos?  I think I got mine at a little place around the corner in Edinburgh ...
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Re: US to UK Adapter
« Reply #2 on: November 08, 2005, 10:38:37 PM »
Anywhere the tourists go there's bound to be one!  ;)
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Re: US to UK Adapter
« Reply #3 on: November 08, 2005, 10:42:07 PM »
Found it online at Argos....reserved for pickup tomorrow.  Thanks!!!  ;D
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Re: US to UK Adapter
« Reply #4 on: November 10, 2005, 11:25:54 AM »
For anyone else in this position who doesn't have a suitable store nearby, adapters can also be purchased from mail order electronics suppliers, such as Maplin.

Maplin Electronics - Travel Adapters

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Re: US to UK Adapter
« Reply #5 on: November 10, 2005, 12:10:55 PM »
My local DIY shops have them too.
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Re: US to UK Adapter
« Reply #6 on: November 10, 2005, 03:37:26 PM »
Quote from: StuzGirl on November 10, 2005, 12:10:55 PM
(Look at you with the flag of Scotland under your nick now!  Yay!)

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Re: US to UK Adapter
« Reply #7 on: November 18, 2005, 05:59:58 PM »
I got mine from Maplin's.  Your laptop should be chargeable in the UK without a voltage converter, but double check on the AC adaptor.
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Re: US to UK Adapter
« Reply #8 on: November 18, 2005, 06:40:32 PM »
I brought my computer set up with me (computer, photo printer, palm pilot, etc....).  Will I need a special adaptor?
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Re: US to UK Adapter
« Reply #9 on: November 19, 2005, 11:07:16 AM »
Most desktop PCs are switchable for 120 or 240V supplies.  Monitors, printers, and other peripherals are more variable -- Some are dual-voltage, others aren't. 

You'll need to check the labels on each device to see the acceptable supply voltages.  If everything will run on 240V, then you'll just need the plug adapter, otherwise you would need to run via a step-down transformer.
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Re: US to UK Adapter
« Reply #10 on: November 25, 2005, 12:24:23 AM »
Paul is 110% correct!
Everything we bought prior to moving, we specifically checked to make sure it was 110-220V or had a power cord that could be replaced with a universal one.

Don't worry about the part that connects from the power box to the wall, those are cheap and available at most all electronic stores.

Best advise, bring it from the states - don't buy it here unless you absolutely have to.

America is like Mexico cost wise compared to the UK.

Best of Luck!
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