The transformer is actually your power supply.
Most laptops have a power supply that is also a power transformer
that converts 120-240 VAC into 18 (aprox.) VDC which then plugs into
your laptop.
You can buy the plug adapters (which is what they are) at most big
box store along with Radio shack and others.
Notice these are only plug adapters. If you want to use any other
equipment you will need a transformer. (Or as someone suggested car plug ins)
IGO makes a line of adapters that is really handy. You buy one
adapter then you buy multiple tips for all your appliances. I have
one in the car for my bluetooth, and two different phones. I even
bought a spliter which allows me to charge two devices from one plug in.
Stewart
At 10:15 AM 2/13/2008, you wrote:
Dan,
I am going to Spain next month (240v). I noticed my tiny
Toshiba power supply says input: 100-240 volts, output: 19v.
Are you saying that I do NOT need a step-down transformer? How does
the transformer detect and switch modes?
- Brian
Rev. Stewart A. Marshall
mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Prince of Peace www.princeofpeaceozark.org
Ozark, AL SL 82
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