Can I use my American TV in Perth, Australia?

Question

Hi,

I'm moving to Australia in January from the United States. Can I use my TV if I plug it into a converter? I do not plan to get cable or satellite. I would simply use the TV for watching DVDs and letting the kids play their games.

Thanks.

Answer 1

American power is 110v 60hz while Australian is 240v 50hz. A converter will allow you to use your TV but if you are using an American DVD or video player, it will run slow. You cannot change the 50hz to 60hz, a converter just changes the voltage. You will not be able to watch Australian TV programs nor will you be able to use an Australian DVD player with your set. The US uses the NTSC system while Australia uses PAL.

If you have American DVDs/videos, you will be able to play them on an Australian DVD/video player into an Australian TV as just about all DVD/video players will convert NTSC to PAL and the regional codes do not apply here.

You can buy a CRT TV for a lot less than $400 and a DVD player for well under $100.

Answer 2

Why would you want to bring a TV or DVD player here?

Around $100 will see you buy a new cheap TV and you can buy a new DVD player for $50!

Alternatively why not rent a TV & DVD etc from someone like Radio Rentals? Will probably cost you something like $5-15 per week to rent both.


Most DVD players in Australia are region free so you will be able to play DVD's from ANY country...and most Australian TV's will convert NTSC to PAL format.

Why go to the expense of lugging bulky items around the world if you dont need to???

If you are planning on staying in Australia for any length of time, it's better to sell up, bring only clothes and personal effects...and buy new furniture when you get here.

Hope you enjoy your stay in Australia.
Cheers :)

Answer 3

Us Tv In Australia

Answer 4

I like to live in the U.S too but our two countries have conditions in common - the jobs in short supply rule. You cannot work in our country if you will be taking a job away from an Australian and so you need to prove education requirements and that you have unique skills. A extra word about Perth - cable TV never really took off there and most people have satellite. The best way to get a visa and a job would be to fit into something to do with mining (WA is a mining boom state - with no shortage of mining related jobs).

Answer 5

Should be fine with a converter.
The only thing I am having trouble with with the American tv I'm borrowing from my American friend is you won't necessarily be able to watch DVD's in colour IF you buy a DVD player from Australia.
If you're using American products with American products you should be fine - some Australian products (ie Sing Star, some xBOX, Play station) will not work on American or Canadian home entertainment systems.

Answer 6

If you have a plug converter - YES.
BUT....
You need to make sure that the voltage is acceptable. Australia uses 240 Volts power supply. You may need a transformer.

I just hate to see plug it in and you hear a loud "POP" and the screen goes blank (or worse... smoke rises from the back of the TV)

Answer 7

As long as you have the right convertor you should have no problems. Be sure you have a convertor for each appliance, unless that has changed since last I travelled over seas. Have fun!!!!!

Answer 8

As long as your not acquiring a signal it will work fine with your elec converter. European TV signals have a higher scanning rate than american signals.

Answer 9

Oh yeah sure, I thought for a minute you wanted to tune into Dr Phil.

Answer 10

The power, picture type and hertz are all different so scrap it and buy a new one