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Vonage Since I posted this morning, I've received messages from bosterman-thanks!-and
Since I posted this morning, I've received messages from bosterman-thanks!-and others who have used Vonage in countries with 220v power systems and I've learned that I should bring from the US (or buy in Argentina which I might or might not be able to do):
- A power adapter (for grounded German Shucko- or grounded Australian-type sockets);
- A step-down transformer with the appropriate wattage rating; and
- A power strip for US 110v devices.
I'll plug the power adapter into the Argentine outlet, the transformer into the power adapter and the power strip into the transformer. I'll then be able to plug my laptop, my telephone, my router and my Vonage adapter/box into the power strip.
Other information:
- Many 110v devices have built-in transformers so you can safely plug them into an appropriate plug adapter. (Obviously, you have to determine if that's true for whatever device you want to connect.) As far as I can tell, though, my Vonage box-a Motorola VT2442-does not have a built-in transformer. Hence the need for a separate step-down transformer.
- You'll need to calculate the wattage of the devices that will be connected to the step-down transformer. Transformers are designed for a range of wattage capacities so you'll want one that supports all of your devices. However, transformers get larger, heavier and more expensive as you go up the "capacity scale" so you should get one that's just big enough for your needs. (Transformers seem to range in size from about 3 pounds to 100 pounds and cost anywhere from US$20 to US$500.)
- A power strip isn't strictly necessary, but it seems like a good idea if you're trying to do what I'm going to do, i.e., set up all of my phone and Internet devices in one place near a single outlet. Just make sure that you can use a power strip with whatever transformer you buy.
I'm still looking for confirmation that what I've learned today is correct. If you have experience with a Vonage device in a 220v country, please pass along your comments (especially if I've missed something).
Thanks.
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wizzie2 posted "Since I posted this morning, I've received messages from bosterman-thanks!-and" on 09/11/2009 |
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