#Use What In Europe?
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There is a strong possibility that I will move to Scotland (near
Glasgow) for an extended length of time. I'm interested in
recommendations, suggestions etc. as to what I should do with my
current system.
I have an Amiga 2000 with DOS 2.1, a Sony CPD-1302 multiscan monitor,
a Deskjet 500 printer, an Anchor 2400E modem, and I log on to CIS.
1. Can the Amiga 2000 be used in Scotland on their 220V/50Hz power
source?
If so, is this via a 220V –> 120 V inverter, a UPS
(uninterruptible power
supply), or is there something else needed or preferred? Will the 50Hz
frequency cause any problems?
2. Ditto for the other AC devices — Sony CPD-1302 monitor and Deskjet 500.
Can they be used on the 220V/50Hz line (inverter, UPS, or otherwise)?
I will be returning to the States sooner or later, so I'd prefer to get/use as
much as possible that can be brought back here.
3. Or, is it better to switch to an AGA unit (i.e. 1200 or 4000)? If so, can
it be a US unit that I bring over, or would I essentially need to
get a PAL/220V/50Hz unit?
4. If the Sony CPD-1302 monitor works, can it also be used with the PAL mode?
That is, if I do obtain a UK 1200/4000, can I use my Sony 1302 with it, or
will I also require a new monitor?
5. a. Will my Anchor modem be usable and legal in Scotland? If not, what can
be recommended, and what will it cost?
b. Can I maintain my current CIS ID/account? If so, what will be Scotland's
CIS and telephone rates versus the US (i.e. am I going to lose my
shirt???).
c. Can I instead call using the AT+T DIRECT line, and would this save money?
And are there any recommended Amiga dealers in or near Scotland's
Glasgow/Clydebank area?
–apl
I made the move from the US to Europe some years ago and have not
experienced any problems except for having (i.e. wanting) to exchange
a NTSC Agnus with a PAL one in my A1000, but with the current Amigas
I believe, that they will 'feel' the 50/60 Hz power and boot in the
corresponding PAL/NTSC mode automatically.
Just make sure, that you get a true 220 V -> 110 V transformer e.g. a
heavy one with a copper coil around an iron core. You probably will
be able to buy one in Scotland in an electronics store for hobbyists
or check the Computer Shopper, where I found one, which I built into
a box.
Once you have your 110 V, modems, printers etc. will work just fine
albeit not necessarily legal, but just don't tell anybody. The
telephone wall plug, however, may be different.
Regards, J0RGEN ….from DENMARK
Thanks for the information, J0rgen. And nice to talk to you again — we had a
fair amount of communication a while back, either on BIX or Plink. If I do end
up in Europe, I'll probably visit Denmark, since I have a group of business
friends with whom I worked in my previous job. That's S&W Medico Teknik — are
you familiar with it? It is based in Albertslund, with its major manfacturing
plant now in Aabybro. Although I'm no longer dealing with them, I always like
to stay in contact, so if I visit again maybe I'll call you.
–apl
Hi Andy,
How are you doing these days !? I don't know the S&W Medico Teknik
company, but if you visit Copenhagen and Albertslund, then do give me a
call (46 32 05 00). I live only 10 miles away.
Regards, J0RGEN ….from DENMARK
Andy,
I have been using 110v scanner, printer, and Sony monitor for years
using 220v->110v transformers. I have a PAL A2000 and have no trouble with
US purchased monitor.
Charlie…
Adios Amigoids!