TV's & Computers
 

I didn't want to derail the movers thread so popping up yet another new one :)

I remember reading a thread here that said our UK TV's would not work over there (something to do with the signal type?). Is this still the case or do our TV's now work fine, albeit needing an alternative plug? We've been under the notion of selling ours prior to moving due to said issues.

We have a fairly new Samsung 55 inch (1 year old), so would be nice if we could take it and have it working over there.

Also, has anyone taken over their computer? By the looks of it, my power supply supports the voltage/frequency (can't think of the term), so should be ok to simply change the kettle lead to a 2pin. Anyone able to confirm similar?

Edit: Can a mod change the topic title to match what I've set it? Has not updated correctly.
Thanks

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Of course it'll work, Your only problem is that Canada is metric, so 55" TV are banned.

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Depends on what type of computer, a desktop or a laptop (with the usual 'power brick'). We certainly brought our laptops over as (normal with laptops) the 'power brick' says it will take an input of 110V to 250V - so will happily work in either the UK or Canada. You can use a plug adapter, or almost as cheap to buy a normal Canadian power cable to run from the wall socket to the power brick.

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With the TV's I read that our UK versions wouldn't pick up the signal. At present I use it as my computer monitor as well, so probably will bring it if it can pick up signal over there, but makes it a lot harder to sell over there if it doesn't receive everything, and ultimately a waste of money transporting.

https://britishexpats.com/wiki/Compa...y_of_Goods#TVs - Is what I base the above on.

For the computer, its a desktop pc. The Power supply says it can take the input, and i'm pretty sure I've got a 2 pin plug laying around somewhere. Thanks for confirming :)

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Some of the information in that wiki is ancient.

Almost nobody uses a TV to pick up 'a signal'. Terriestrial TV received via an aerial still exists, but I don't know ANYBODY who uses it. There is no equivalent to Freeview in Canada.

A TV is usually simply a monitor that connects by HDMI cable to a source such as a set top box.

As long as the back of your TV says 100-250v or similar range, it will work here. If it just says 220-240v you need a transformer (about $80 from Amazon for a suitable one).

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If you bring your telly over here you wont able to receive the BBC,you need something called a license for that!

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Today I heard two people debating the best type of rabbit ears to use for their televisions. I couldn't help them as we don't have a television due to the broadcast content in Canada being shit.

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This might be useful to you :) https://britishexpats.com/wiki/Compa...ods-Canada#TVs

My son bought a Samsung tv over with him (as well as a laptop, DVD player etc., and Playstation), he had to get a power transformer to get it to work and could then only watch dvd's or use it for PS games. This might be of use too: https://www.samsung.com/ca/support/t...other-country/ :)

TV's are pretty reasonably priced here but if you can use it for games / dvd's etc,. it may be worth bringing. :)

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For a desktop PC you need to check the power supply unit on the machine. Some use a universal PSU that can switch between 110v and 220-240v and others don't. I'll be honest, most modern ones don't these days since it is extremely easy to switch it to 110v in Europe and blow the entire machine. Occasionally they're universally rated but you will need to check the back of yours and see.

If yours isn't 110v compatible then you would just need to buy a new replacement PSU in Canada from a company like Amazon, NewEgg or The Source. I think some larger Best Buy's also carry them. You can also find them on eBay or Craigslist if you want a cheaper used option. The important thing is to get one that at least meets the watt level of your current one. Getting one that is rated much lower can be dangerous.
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I'm currently debating whether to take my gaming PC with me as it is or just disassemble it and buy a new case and rebuild it in Canada. Obviously not everyone has the skills and knowledge to do that though.

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My current debate also! I recently had to downgrade some of the main components so currently its not nearly as powerful as it was, or how I like it. Was planning on upgrading it to a Ryzen build in the coming months. If that doesn't happen and its kept as is until we leave, i'll probably just take the hard drives and graphics card over and get new bits and bobs to rebuild once there. Power supply does say it can do 110v, but considering its age now, I may just get a new one to be on the safer side.

On the TV side, will look how much this one is selling for second hand in the months leading up to going I think. Thanks for all the replies everyone.

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You sound like you know what you're talking about in that case. :)

Tbh, Canada has full access to NewEgg unlike the UK and NewEgg are probably the best IT hardware retailer in the world. They will deliver to most of the major cities in Canada next day by Purolator and charge local taxes in advance so there are no import issues.

Unless your PSU is a good bronze 80+ or above rated one then I'd just buy a new one there really especially since they're quite weighty things and yours is getting on in years from the sounds of it. NewEgg should also be able to do a decent deal on a Ryzen chip and board.

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Unless it’s dual voltage I would sell it. Take a look at the Costco.ca website for current prices. Voltage converters are cumbersome and get hot...very hot. Make sure you unplug it when not in use. They may invalidate your home/contents insurance because of fire risk.

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Do you have an example of a claim being denied for this reason anywhere in the world at any date?

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I do not but have read various posts over the years on BE. Anyhow...it’s worth checking with the insurance company.