Buying from the US!

[Shanxp]

Hi guys,

I was contemplating picking up some stuff from the US for my home theatre system. Specifically I was looking at buying a Optoma HD20 projector and a Denon AVR3311 receiver. I find a substantial difference in pricing. Just wanted your inputs on what would be the hassles from a technical point of view if any. Thanks.

Shankar

 

[afj]

you would require a step down converter. as long as you get a good quality one there shouldnt be any issues. if you can buy in the us and get it into india (considering transport / customs etc) then you will definitely save a lot of money. some products do come with a switch on the rear to change it from 110 to 220 so if you do find a product with that option its always better. if not a step down is quite easily available

 

[GeorgeO]

Most if not all projectors operate on 110/220, so I dont think that will be an issue.By and large it should work here with no problem.

 

[arnprasad]

Bought Pioneer vsx 1020 from Amazon last week. Customs didnt question even though my suitcase had a chalk X on it!

Bought a step down transformer from Vishal electronics on SP road for 2400 yesterday

and its working fine. I also dont think it has any PAL/NTSC issues as my Tata sky HD and Wii bought from UK is accepted by the receiver.

 

[ukjeyaraj]

Optoma HD20 will not have any technical issue as it works on both 110/220v without any need to change anything manually.

Denon AVR3311 needs stepdown transformer