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Multimedia computer speaker system needs AC Adapter

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August 4, 2014 11:10:53 AM

My relative just gave me a Cambridge SoundWorks Model SBS51 multimedia computer speaker
system. But she did not include the AC Adapter, which is 8.0 volt. Can I use any AC Adapter that
provides 8.0 volts, or do I need the one that goes with the sound system?
The speakers I have connected to my compute have an AC Adapter that puts out 9.0 volts.
I am afraid to use it on the speakers my relative gave me, as I am afraid it may damage them and/or my computer.
I would appreciate any help with this problem. I wrote the company but they don't reply.

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August 4, 2014 11:41:33 AM

Hi
You cannot use just any 8V power supply you need to know how much power the speakers require(in amps or Watts).This should be either on a plate on the back of the speaker or moulded into it somewhere,this should also indicate the polarity of the input plug,with this information you will be able to buy a suitable power supply.
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August 4, 2014 2:08:32 PM

makkem: thank you for your reply. I apologize for a goof, the back of the main speaker says 9 Volts. I looked on both speakers, but there is nothing that mentions the Amperage or Wattage required. I didn't think I could use the 9 Volt AC Adapter on my present speakers, because the jack is not long enough, and it says 9volts plus some amps.
Am I up that famous creek without a paddle now? Could I use a universal Adapter, if the jack is the right size?
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August 5, 2014 12:41:56 AM

Yes you could use an adaptor on the power supply for your current speakers it will almost certainly work,the only problem would be of getting the plug the right size.
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August 5, 2014 3:59:22 AM

makkem said:
Yes you could use an adaptor on the power supply for your current speakers it will almost certainly work,the only problem would be of getting the plug the right size.


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August 5, 2014 4:00:25 AM

thank you makkem for your help. I will take the speakers with me when I go shopping for the adapter to make sure the plug will fit.
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