Ac to dc adapter for zune(help)

r3d d09 · 08-19-2008, 12:03 PM

hey guys, I have the zune fm transmitter, and i have a nice stereo system in my room. i thought i'd rig something up so that i could use the two together.

Just need some help. would i need to do anything to change the power from dc to ac or would i just solder the wires together?

I plan on making something like this

any help would be much appreciated. thanks

leefy008 · 08-19-2008, 12:05 PM

i would not attempt this... that is how zunes get fried...

r3d d09 · 08-19-2008, 12:13 PM

I know, but you can also reduce the voltage that is going to the zune to prevent that from happening.

leefy008 · 08-19-2008, 12:19 PM

i don't think it's worth the risk

r3d d09 · 08-19-2008, 12:41 PM

I have experience with this stuff, but not dealing with cross power.

leefy008 · 08-19-2008, 01:13 PM

ok. as long as you know what you're doin

Bushor · 08-26-2008, 02:59 PM

grab a 5v 1 amp wall wart and a female usb plug then wire it up and bingo! you have a cheap fast charging usb wall wart. o yea make sure the polarity is correct before using it; you realy do not want to fry your zune. if you want me to show you some pics of mine ill be glad to

Bushor · 08-26-2008, 03:00 PM

oops posted twice

Strokes · 08-26-2008, 06:06 PM

could this help?:
Walmart.com: Music Power Duet USB AC Charger for iPod and MP3 Players: Audio

I have one and love it, but just something that might help you.

tim4717 · 09-03-2008, 12:09 PM

Just go onto Ebay and look up Zune Charger. You can find universial chargers that work with your existing USB cord. I have one and it works great.

Space Toast · 09-03-2008, 02:35 PM

You would need a dc to ac converter, you can get those at most electronic/hardware stores.
That is to keep the Zune from Frying in the added power.

08-19-2008, 12:03 PM	#1 (permalink)
r3d d09 Zewbie Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 7 Reputation: 10	Ac to dc adapter for zune(help) hey guys, I have the zune fm transmitter, and i have a nice stereo system in my room. i thought i'd rig something up so that i could use the two together. Just need some help. would i need to do anything to change the power from dc to ac or would i just solder the wires together? I plan on making something like this any help would be much appreciated. thanks Last edited by r3d d09 : 08-19-2008 at 12:12 PM.

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08-26-2008, 02:59 PM	#7 (permalink)
Bushor Squirt Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 29 Reputation: 10	grab a 5v 1 amp wall wart and a female usb plug then wire it up and bingo! you have a cheap fast charging usb wall wart. o yea make sure the polarity is correct before using it; you realy do not want to fry your zune. if you want me to show you some pics of mine ill be glad to Last edited by Bushor : 08-26-2008 at 03:01 PM. Reason: typo

08-19-2008, 12:13 PM	#3 (permalink)
r3d d09 Zewbie Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 7 Reputation: 10	I know, but you can also reduce the voltage that is going to the zune to prevent that from happening.

08-19-2008, 12:41 PM	#5 (permalink)
r3d d09 Zewbie Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 7 Reputation: 10	I have experience with this stuff, but not dealing with cross power.

08-26-2008, 03:00 PM	#8 (permalink)
Bushor Squirt Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 29 Reputation: 10	oops posted twice Last edited by Bushor : 08-26-2008 at 03:01 PM. Reason: oops!

08-26-2008, 06:06 PM	#9 (permalink)
Strokes Zuner Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 67 Reputation: 9	could this help?: Walmart.com: Music Power Duet USB AC Charger for iPod and MP3 Players: Audio I have one and love it, but just something that might help you. __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

09-03-2008, 12:09 PM	#10 (permalink)
tim4717 Zewbie Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 1 Reputation: 10	Ebay Just go onto Ebay and look up Zune Charger. You can find universial chargers that work with your existing USB cord. I have one and it works great.

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