Telephone Adapters

LEWIS N. CLARK TELEPHONE ADAPTERS

GLOBAL CONNECTIONS is pleased to offer the fine quality telephone adapters made by Lewis N. Clark^{^TM} to fit telephone outlets throughout the world. (Like electrical outlets, the shape of telephone outlets differs in many countries.) You will need an appropriate adapter if you plan to use a modem when you travel in these countries.

Lewis N. Clark advises, "There are several other issues to keep in mind when using your laptop and modem overseas:

	Digital Telephone Systems. Modems operate on analog or sound signals. However, many new telephone systems use digital signals. Unfortunately, these systems are not able to process the analog signals, and can not be used with a modem. Using a modem with a digital telephone system could cause permanent damage to both the modem and the telephone system.
	Telephone outlet. Or lack of one, that is. In some instances, the telephone wire is connected inside the wall, and can not be unplugged.
	Line Noise. Often occurring in less modernized countries, this causes interference with the modem's ability to connect. Nonetheless, there are some options available to you that might help. First, try to connect at a lower modem speed. Second, you might also try a line filter to reduce the noise. Finally, if your modem does not recognize the dial tone, you may need to adjust its communication program. These instructions should be covered in the modem's instruction manual.
	Electricity. A laptop computer is an electronic device, & typically dual-voltage, in which case a simple adapter plug can be used to plug into a foreign electrical outlet. These computers usually do not have a physical switch to change from one voltage (i.e., 110V) to another (i.e., 220V). Rather, they "automatically" adjust to the appropriate voltage level & would have information imprinted on the charger unit such as "120/240V" & "50/60Hz". In rare instances, a laptop may operate only on one voltage (i.e., 110V) & because it is an electronic device, should be used ONLY with a TRANSFORMER of the appropriate wattage level. Please note that accessory equipment may also require the use of transformers & adapters. If you are in doubt as to what you might need, it is best to contact your computer's manufacturer for specific technical specifications & requirements. It is also wise to consult with your hotel regarding the electrical specifications in your room prior to using any equipment.