US voltage?

[stopintime]

Did you contact the company to see if they will have plans for a 240V (or an auto-switching) wall charger?  The transformer will take more space and be heavier than the plug converters.  You can get a "universal" plug converter that is quite small.

I emailed them. We'll see.

You wouldn't happen to know where? Show me an example?

hahaha, "late spring"

In GoPro years that is like 12 months.

They have changed it once already, so you may be right

[zarn02]

Like this crazy thing: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001MGUB9Q/ref=pd_lpo_k2_dp_sr_1?pf_rd_p=486539851&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B000BJAQVS&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0Z7BFD8H0HHMFHQTWWZB


When I was in Korea I found that most of my electronics had built in transformers in their power supplies, chargers, etc.

All I needed was a cord with a shuko plug at the end.

[somegirl]

Here's another one, this has USB so you can charge an ipod without a computer.

http://www.world-import.com/Universal_Multi_purpose_plug_adapter_with_USB_for_World_Wide_Use_WSS430USB.htm

I used to have one just like that, was a free gift from one of the hotels in Singapore for not getting me the room I was supposed to get, but I guess all the abuse it took with subsequent trips wasn't so good for it.

I have a very different style one that I bought in Japan (sadly no USB) but I didn't see that online.  Having a hard time getting a good picture in my current lighting but maybe I'll try again tomorrow.

[Raux]

OMG

you guys have turned a simple question into a discussion about the variable rates based on how far you are from a substation....

Lars,
it's simple man. Europe is 220v 50hz. US is 110v 60hz
US clocks won't work unless they are switchable on the Hz
A system has to show 110~240v 50/60hz to be worldwide usable or at least 110/240v 50/60hz
you can get away with a 110v 60hz item on a transformer IF it isn't a clock or something that is time sensitive (like microwaves always have issues)
for something with a DC charger, just need to find a similiar 220v 50hz charger that has the same DC output ie 9v 1.5a or whatever the individual item is.
there are plenty of multi-output DC wall plugs available at the electronics stores here.
for your travels in June, there are several types of multiplug adaptors. i have one that you can plug standard US flat blade and German round two prong plugs for use in all euro countries and even the middle east.

if you can't find something, let me know what you need and i'll pick it up here in Germany.

[stopintime]

Zarn02   Those pieces look just like what I was imagining. A bit bulky, but understandable.

Somegirl  Smaller, but no converter. Doesn't the USB port need to be converted? Am I missing something?

Raux      Thanks, I'll let you know (I doubt GoPro will be available in time)

[cyrus buelton]

GoPro is a small company.

I doubt they have any intentions of making a model with different charging capabilities.


Try calling their phone number on their catalog and see if you can find an option to speak with someone UNLESS you are an authorized dealer.

go to:

www.richardsonitpro.com

His name is a Stan, Ducati Owner, and a member of Coastal Ducati Club, but more importantly.........he is an Authorized GoPro Retailer, so he has a direct relationship manager at GoPro that could answer your questions.

[mookieo2]

Just plug the usb into your computer and charge it that way. Done!

[somegirl]

Somegirl  Smaller, but no converter. Doesn't the USB port need to be converted? Am I missing something?

Yes, that is what I was saying, this is a plug converter only, that is the small part.  The transformer is the big heavy thing. 

Most travel-friendly devices nowadays are either autoswitching or have options for buying a charger of either voltage.  A lot of Americans travel overseas so it's not just Europeans like yourself with that need.

I know nothing about the GoPro but if it uses a USB charger and you have a laptop, as mookie says just bring your laptop. 

[Raux]

Lars,

I just read up on the gopro cameras. it uses either 3 AAA batteries or the included
•Battery Type: Rechargeable 1100 mAh lithium-ion
•Battery Life: Approx. 2.5 hrs
•Charging: via USB to computer or optional power adapter
•Charge Time: 80% capacity after 1 hour with optional power adapter; or 2 hours with a computer's USB port

they don't list the power adapter voltage requirement, but since you have to have a computer to download files anyway... laptop or even netbook would work. or at the worst carry a few extra AAA batteries around

[cyrus buelton]

^^

It chews threw AAA Batteries.

I bought the recommended rechargeables for my original (non HD) go-pro and still wouldn't last long.


Interested to see how long this 2.5 rechargeable battery that came with my new one has.

[geoffduc]

Lars PM Stan, he's a great guy,  I've had a couple of really good DVDs of CDC track days that he has filmed 

[stopintime]

If I need a charger, it will be in the event of longer use without access to a/my computer.
32Gb card and use of the LCD will require extra power in addition to the battery.

I'll consider getting more than one battery (+ $ 20) or following the links found above.
What I would like is a tiny wall charger, like I have for my phone. I'm sure one exists, but at the moment I have no clue where to look and what to look for.

ps
Somegirl - to draw appropriate USB voltage, the one you linked to have to have some kind of converter in it, doesn't it?
Or else, even 110V would fry any USB powered appliance...

[cyrus buelton]

The charger into the phone looks like a Blackberry connection a Curve/Pearl or Motorola Q or Razor

[somegirl]

Somegirl - to draw appropriate USB voltage, the one you linked to have to have some kind of converter in it, doesn't it?
Or else, even 110V would fry any USB powered appliance...

I guess it has something specific for the USB.  I've used one of these to charge my iPod at 110V and at 220V and never had any issues with it.  It doesn't have a step-down converter for the regular plugs, however.

[zarn02]

What I would like is a tiny wall charger, like I have for my phone. I'm sure one exists, but at the moment I have no clue where to look and what to look for.

I have an LG phone, and it came with a small wall charger, which is rated for100-240V, 50/60Hz. Model STA-U12WS.

It takes USB, and you can unplug the cable and put in other ones. I've used it to charge my Zune from the wall, as well.

Maybe visit a cell phone place and look for one of those? Might still need a plug adapter, but you'd be able to charge it from the wall without anything bulky to convert voltage.