Pro Tools, Mbox - Power supply

[RonMcCarthy]

Hi Everyone,

I'm new to the forum and have just bought a new Mbox Pro 3, including Pro Tools 9 LE software.

I bought it on Ebay from Unique Squared, however I made a mistake as I realised that the power supply voltage is 125V and I live in Australia which requires 220-240V!

Fortunately I can buy a converter, however I'm a bit worried and skeptical about the converter, could it potentially harm or cause issues to my Mbox Pro device??
I don't know if I should return the device and order a new one from an Australian retail outlet or just buy the converter..

I would really appreciate it if someone could help or direct me towards to right direction.

Cheers, Ron.

[albee1952]

The converter SHOULD be fine, but if your computer has a 6 pin firewire port, you may not need it at all.

[nst7]

The firewire won't help. Unlike the old one, the new Mbox 3 Pro is not powered at all by firewire, but only by the AC adapter.

[albee1952]

Originally Posted by nst7

The firewire won't help. Unlike the old one, the new Mbox 3 Pro is not powered at all by firewire, but only by the AC adapter.

Oh! small bummer Thanks for clarifying

[RonMcCarthy]

Hey albee1952 & nst7 - Thanks for clarifying. From I've gathered, the power supply transformer should work fine and will not blow up the Mbox, hehe.

On a different note, are there any sites to visit that can help me get on board using Pro Tools 9 LE for the first time?