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I checked the fuse currently (!) in my E2. 125mA, as suggested by MJ, rated to carry half the US current (Darren). My mistake was thinking I needed to maintain the same current, rather than the same power.
It's unclear what you mean by "plugin adapter" and a misunderstanding could be fatal to the keyboard if you apply 220V to a USA-configured Nord.Danimal wrote:I'm taking my 4Dsw61 from the US to London this week and was wondering if I'd need an adapter, fuse etc? I'm fairly certain the new models still have a voltage switch but not positive. Also, do I need to switch it if I'm using a plugin adapter on the wall outlet? Thanks for any help. It hasn't been easy getting any info from the company.
pterm wrote:It's unclear what you mean by "plugin adapter" and a misunderstanding could be fatal to the keyboard if you apply 220V to a USA-configured Nord.Danimal wrote:I'm taking my 4Dsw61 from the US to London this week and was wondering if I'd need an adapter, fuse etc? I'm fairly certain the new models still have a voltage switch but not positive. Also, do I need to switch it if I'm using a plugin adapter on the wall outlet? Thanks for any help. It hasn't been easy getting any info from the company.
The switch is inside the Nord and requires disassembling your Nord and replacing the fuse to enable. Login and search this site or youtube for examples. This is probably worthwhile if you plan to stay a long time and gig or record, but not recommended for the inexperienced.
Otherwise:
The simplest thing is to get a 220V to 110V power converter or transformer similar to this: 220 to 110 Converter. You need more than 33Watt rating (I suggest a minimum of 50Watts). Buy a reputable brand.
The connection goes:
Wall socket : Plug Adapter : 220V to 110V Transformer(Converter) : Standard USA Plug into Nord
I hope this helps.
I saw the Amazon reviews of the Samsonite, and some users noticed its not recommended for use with electronics... Do not use it.Jemmusic_ wrote:Is the 220V to 110V power converter usable in Europe as well?
In Europe you need the opposite i.e. a 110V to 220V converter.Jemmusic_ wrote: Is the 220V to 110V power converter usable in Europe as well?
I think Jemmusic_ wants to use a USA keyboard (needs 110V) operating from 220V(or 230V) mains in Europe. The transformer needs to step-down from 230V to 110V.maxpiano wrote:In Europe you need the opposite i.e. a 110V to 220V converter.
You are right, my mistake; he needs a "step down" (220 mains ->110V device) converter, I had in mind a "110 to 220V adapter" (the same but seen from the device point of view).pterm wrote:I think Jemmusic_ wants to use a USA keyboard (needs 110V) operating from 220V(or 230V) mains in Europe. The transformer needs to step-down from 230V to 110V.maxpiano wrote:In Europe you need the opposite i.e. a 110V to 220V converter.