konicashoes
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Hi guys, I'm using a ehx stereo polychorus and the 120v adapter that come with it doesn't suit the local voltage. just wondering which voltage converter should i get and how much will it cost me? thanks...
Voltage converter for Electro Harmonix 120v Adapter
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You can go to Homefix stores, and ask for a transformer. They have a very nice transfomer there, i think its made in singapore or something, i can't recall, its not printed on mine. Heh. Better made than the Taiwan or China ones you find in Sim Lim... and not expensive. I got mine, with a 110v and 220v output, for just $30. Sturdy stuff.
konicashoes
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thanks bro. is your transformer called newstar? i went to homefix and apparently they have this brand only. the staff asked me how many watts am i using cos they have a range from 60 watts to 1500 watts. so does anyone know how many watts ehx pedal is using? i flipped everywhere and just couldn't find any indications on my pedal..
I think so? Hahaha... Newstar... the only on eavailable in Homefix.
Well ,you have the EHX adaptor no? So you will go...
power souce --> transformer --> adaptor --> pedal
I dunno anything about eletronics, so you gotta wait for someone who knows, to answer your query about Wattage. Though, the smallest transformer would do I htink.
Well ,you have the EHX adaptor no? So you will go...
power souce --> transformer --> adaptor --> pedal
I dunno anything about eletronics, so you gotta wait for someone who knows, to answer your query about Wattage. Though, the smallest transformer would do I htink.
konicashoes
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thanks a lot bro..i guess i will just wait for more replies from softies 8)
johnny_be_goode
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60W
60Watt is more than enough...
Model:NF-60
60Watt is more than enough...
Model:NF-60
konicashoes
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Thanks bro johnny, i bought the NF-60 and it doesn't work 
johnny_be_goode
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1st:
did you switch the back of the converter to AC 230 volts?
the led should light on
Check if the plug is secure on the adapter
if not:
tell me everything written on your power adapter?
did you switch the back of the converter to AC 230 volts?
the led should light on
Check if the plug is secure on the adapter
if not:
tell me everything written on your power adapter?
konicashoes
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yep, the backswitch is 220V and the led light is also on. the plug is also secure onto the converter.
ehx adapter writing,
input: 120v AC 60hz 0.1A
output: 24V DC 100ma
NF-60 writing,
60 watt max
input: AC 110V 50/60hz output: AC 220V
input: AC 220V 50/60Hz output: AC 110V
thanks
ehx adapter writing,
input: 120v AC 60hz 0.1A
output: 24V DC 100ma
NF-60 writing,
60 watt max
input: AC 110V 50/60hz output: AC 220V
input: AC 220V 50/60Hz output: AC 110V
thanks
johnny_be_goode
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Should be fine :?:
troubleshoot
the converter, adapter or effect?
troubleshoot
the converter, adapter or effect?
konicashoes
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the converter seems fine cos the led light is on.
the effect is bought secondhand but it's doesn't come with an adapter at the first place. therefore i had been using a modified laptop adapter. the reason why i bought a ehx adapter is becos the laptop adapter current is too strong and it's always kind of like electrified me whenever i practise at home. now, the effect still worked with that adapter. tested it.
so i suspect it's should be that ehx adapter. i actually plug in without the converter when i first got it. my pedal worked but after 1 minute, the power die off. so just now when i plug in with the converter, power light up for 2 sec and then die off. wonder if it is my ehx adapter..
the effect is bought secondhand but it's doesn't come with an adapter at the first place. therefore i had been using a modified laptop adapter. the reason why i bought a ehx adapter is becos the laptop adapter current is too strong and it's always kind of like electrified me whenever i practise at home. now, the effect still worked with that adapter. tested it.
so i suspect it's should be that ehx adapter. i actually plug in without the converter when i first got it. my pedal worked but after 1 minute, the power die off. so just now when i plug in with the converter, power light up for 2 sec and then die off. wonder if it is my ehx adapter..
johnny_be_goode
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this is tricky, not sure if use without converter would damage adapter or equipment :?:
lets hope that its the converter, try bringing back with your equipment and try a few.
if the adapter is spoilt:
1) ground the laptop adapter
http://soft.com.sg/2006/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=11443
2) get another one hopefullly 240VAC
lets hope that its the converter, try bringing back with your equipment and try a few.
if the adapter is spoilt:
1) ground the laptop adapter
http://soft.com.sg/2006/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=11443
2) get another one
hopefullly 240VAC
konicashoes
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maybe i b using my old adapter for the time being. dun tink i will b buying another adapter. i spent too much liao..thanks for your help. 
konicashoes
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i emailed ehx asking how much watts the pedal is using. it's using 3 watts. hmm..wonder if the 60 watts converter overkill it..
johnny_be_goode
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if you are running on a 100W amp, then the 60W converter won't work. Its just like a power outlet now. Power outlet can run very high Watts and will not overkill any home appliance. But for a converter, you have to specify the watts. Size varies. So just 3Watts, the 60Watts converter would be able to handle.
Why most manufacturer don't make 110-220VAC adapter and it is possible? They want to sell more. They will usually warn you that by not using their adapter will damage their equipment! You can try searching for another variable adapter as long as they have the same Voltage and Current rating.
What could kills is using a 120VAC input adapter on the 240VAC power outlet and connect that to your equipment. I have never tried that? Equipments are just too precious :wink:
Why most manufacturer don't make 110-220VAC adapter and it is possible? They want to sell more. They will usually warn you that by not using their adapter will damage their equipment! You can try searching for another variable adapter as long as they have the same Voltage and Current rating.
What could kills is using a 120VAC input adapter on the 240VAC power outlet and connect that to your equipment. I have never tried that? Equipments are just too precious :wink:
konicashoes
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Thanks for your help manz.. guess i be using back my old adapter. in the meantime i try to see what i can do..cheers! :wink:
