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From: ark@alice.UucP (Andrew Koenig)
Newsgroups: net.travel,net.audio,net.consumers
Subject: Re: Transformers for audio equipment
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Date: Wed, 18-Sep-85 10:49:40 EDT
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> I understand that an (appropriate) *transformer* takes 220V 50Hz
> current and outputs 110V DC current, whereas a *converter*
> outputs 110V 50Hz current.  Moreover, equipment that outputs
> 110V 60Hz current is just too bulky and expensive for home use.

A transformer takes 220V 50Hz input and produces 110V (or whatever
other voltage it's designed for) 50Hz.  There are also less expensive
converters that produce various strange wave-forms at 110V.  These
latter devices should only be used to power things like heaters and
light bulbs.

I would expect a receiver to work fine on 50 Hz, with the possible
exception of differing FM standards.  In fact, many receivers can
be modified for 220V operation directly -- check with the manufacturer.
Whether your cassette deck will work with 50 Hz depends in large part
on how its motor speed is controlled.