Take mj to UK??

[Rosalyn2]

Does anyone know if I can take MJ to UK and plug into UK (240v) computer? If so can I buy a hand held phone that would plug into MJ, UK phonejack is too big.

[az2008]

Does anyone know if I can take MJ to UK and plug into UK (240v) computer? If so can I buy a hand held phone that would plug into MJ, UK phonejack is too big.

You can plug MJ into a 220v computer. The computer's power supply converts the voltage into what motherboards, CPUs and attached devices require (2.5v, 1.5v, etc.).

You can buy a handset with an RJ11, take it with you, and use it. You can get something cheap and small like this: http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.1473. Or, an AT&T Trimline at Staples (about $14), or a GE Slimline at Target (about $11).

Mark

[tony]

Does anyone know if I can take MJ to UK and plug into UK (240v) computer? If so can I buy a hand held phone that would plug into MJ, UK phonejack is too big.

Further to what Mark says, the USB port where you plug the MJ is standardized so you don't have to worry about whether the computer is powered by 220V, 110 V or running on it's battery. The USB port is the same regardless.

I'd suggest setting up and registering your MJ before you leave (or before you send the MJ and a north american phone) to the UK. Others have reported good success making free calls back to US and Canada and to other MJ users from many countries around the world.

[Rosalyn2]

Thanks guys, I've got it straight now. I've already got a MJ and have used it successfully for almost a year. I'm moving to England so I will just go and buy a cheap corded phone from Walmart to take with me.

[mberlant]

The US phone is the most important part. UK phones have completely different electronics and wiring, so you would end up spending about 10 pounds just for an adapter to allow you to plug your UK phone into your US device.