Reddit reviews Goldsource 500W Step Up & Step Down Voltage Transformer Converter, STU-500 Heavy Duty Continuous AC 110-120V to 220-240V Converter with US Standard & Universal Outlets and DC 5V USB Port, 500 Watt
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VOLTAGE CONVERSION: This CE Certified 500W step-up and step-down AC voltage transformer offers a safe, cost-effective and easy solution to convert from 110-120V up to 220-240V or from 220-240V down to 110-120V at 50Hz or 60 Hz for both home use and commercial applications. Most suitable and cost-effective for devices such as game consoles, LCD TVs with screen size less than 55”, desktop computers, and devices with the Maximum Power Consumption (MPC) between 200 and 350 watts.SIMULTANEOUS 3-MODE OUTPUT: 2 grounded AC outlets, one 110V US standard outlet and one 220V Universal outlet, and a 5V DC standard USB outlet. These three outputs can be used simultaneously and continuously.GREAT FOR TRAVEL: The compact size allows for easy transport. The portable design lets you conveniently bring it when traveling to other countries. The input voltage selector (110V/120V/220V/240V) on the back lets you use the appropriate input depending on local voltage standard. Heavy-duty power cord and a grounded European Schuko plug adapter are included for use in Europe and Asia.FUSE/CIRCUIT PROTECTION: The transformer is equipped with fuse and circuit protection for safety and security as well as ensuring the longevity of connected devices/appliances. 2 spare fuses are included.GUARANTEED SATISFACTION: As a brand, Goldsource believes in quality not quantity! All our STU-500 step up and down voltage transformer converter are made to fully work at its best for your comfort & satisfaction. It is CE certified & we offer you 3-year manufacturer’s limited warranty.
Dont do this, you may still fry the box, you need to get a stepdown converter, it will plug into your wall then step down your 220v to 110v, it will also help protect your box a little more if you get a power surge.
Source: multiple deployments with xbox 360
Edit: Here is an example on amazon
No, kitchen receptacles are not wired that way. You will not get 240v from both hot sides of one receptacle. You need to get a voltage booster such as http://www.amazon.com/Goldsource®-Voltage-Converter-Transformer-ST500/sim/B0022QOSDK/2
Edit, missed that your blender was 600 watts so this boost won't be enough, but you get the picture.
You can get a converter or just re-wire the plug yourself.
But you also need to check the voltage. UK runs on ~240v, US is 110v. Make sure the range on the speakers says 110-240v or similar. If it just says (220-)240v then you're going to need a transformer instead.
I use this one: https://smile.amazon.com/Goldsource-STU-500-Voltage-Converter-Transformer/dp/B0022QOSDK/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1465745826&sr=8-5&keywords=step+down+power+converter
it works well.
Just remember you have to set it up to convert properly with some jumper on the back. I forgot at first and was lucky the piece of gear didn't fry, though less than 220 is safer than more than 120 in terms of conversion
I think the easiest thing to do would be to buy or build (only if you know your AC wiring) a step-down transformer. The ratio of turns should be 2:1, so the output voltage will be half of the input voltage; 115V. I am assuming since you say 230V that you live in EU/UK/etc, so it will be 115Vac at 50 Hz, not 60 like in the US. Either way, if the amplifier's power supply is a standard linear one, the mains frequency shouldn't matter too much. Be absolutely sure that the fuse is the only thing you damaged when your brother hooked it up to 230V.
edit: Something like [this](http://www.amazon.com/Goldsource%C2%AE-Voltage-Converter- Transformer-ST500/dp/B0022QOSDK/ref=pd_tcs_compl_e_8?ie=UTF8&refRID=0E994NKEG6RBTZVPTAHJ) should work. If you want to move away from having an external transformer do all the work, you'll have to do some more research.
anyways i placed an order for this converter:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0022QOSDK/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=AU5MW0P13QZ5V
edit:got an answer from thrustmaster:
Regarding your VG T300 Alcantara Ed..
Thank you for reaching Thrustmaster Technical Support.
In this case, all you need is a new power cable, since the wheel has an internal power supply that switches from 220 to 110 and vice-versa automatically.
The price for a new EU 220V power cable is: 22.60€ (EUR) with shipping included.
so i am really confused :(
Most home theater devices, receivers especially, are NOT dual voltage. I am in the US military and am currently overseas so dual voltage electronics are very important to me. I found an international version of Yamaha's Aventege series, called the RX-V2067 and it has a nice little voltage selector switch. Back to your question, it is going to be very hard to find a dual voltage home theater system for $400. My solution to your issue: just buy a transformer (like this one).
Yeah, the Xbox One power supply is rated for 100-120V or 220-240V so you can't just plug it straight into the wall. Also, since it draws quite a bit of power, you can't just use any "travel power converters" either, because you will blow a fuse. Notice, I said CONVERTER and not adapter.
So in short you have two options:
a) buy a power converter (also known as a transformer) that is adequate. I use this one, but I go in reverse i.e. US Xbox One in a European country:
http://www.amazon.com/Goldsource%C2%AE-Voltage-Converter-Transformer-ST500/dp/B0022QOSDK/
b) Just buy a US power supply for the Xbox One. It can be ordered through Xbox support (also on the website I believe) and you can also try GameStop!
I recommend to buy a US power supply instead of the converter as it is loud, bulky and heavy. I only got it, because at the time in parts of Europe where I was, the Xbox One hadn't released, which means no power supply available.
Also of note, is in my excitement I completely forgot about the voltage difference and plug it into the wall. Needless to say, the whole house tripped a fuse, and the room smelled funky. The power supply had to be replaced, and Amazon was nice enough to exchange it free of charge, but I had to wait an excruciating month!
you can try something like this https://www.amazon.com/Goldsource-STU-500-Voltage-Converter-Transformer/dp/B0022QOSDK/ref=sr_1_14?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1496634862&sr=1-14&keywords=POWER+CONVERTER
but you really need to do some research on the specific power needs of your slow cooker and the Chinese power grid to know specifically what you need... or buy on from a country that uses 220.
-Chinese power grid facts 220V 50Hz
-US Power grid facts 120V 60Hz
-Slow cooker need to knows(look for a sticker with numbers like 120V ~ 60Hz ~ 275W
-voltage range covered - this is the number or number range followed buy the V for those that dont know
-Frequency range covered - this is the Hz number or number range - i am unsure what effect using a cooker meant only for 60Hz on 50Hz will have but it will most likely not heat correctly or track time correctly
-Wattage of the cooker - this is the number followed by the W - very important if you get a converter as it needs to be able to handle around 50% more then the wattage of the cooker or you can overload the converter
Where is this shit made? If Europe you need a step up converter. Anyway play safe and if you are unsure just get a converter. Check the power draw and typically you can use a power strip to get more outlets. I use a US step down to Japanese for some Japanese arcade cabs and step up for Amiga cd32. All else fails rtfm, they usually have power specs.
Something like this is nice to have around
https://www.amazon.com/Goldsource-STU-500-Voltage-Converter-Transformer/dp/B0022QOSDK
I am buying a couple 220V/240V essential oil diffusers, pretty small, you think this will work?
http://www.amazon.com/Goldsource-STU-500-Voltage-Converter-Transformer/dp/B0022QOSDK/
The shape of the plug is different because the receiver uses 220/240 volts instead of the United States standard 110 volts, so you can't just get an adapter to plug it into a standard outlet. Assuming you don't want to rewire your wall outlet to put out 220 volts, you'd have to use some form of step up transformer like this to get the proper voltage.
I bought this off of amazon and it works ok. I don't use it as much as I was using it in Turkey but haven't had problems so far (almost one year later).