[Bulk] Re: Fw: RE: Re: [Idyllchat] Thank You Idyllchaters

Mon Oct 1 12:47:42 EDT 2007

The laptops were for making backup copies of our pictures, so those who did
not have enough memory cards could wipe them out and start fresh. I like to
have 2 copies of a picture before I clear a memory card. We took 6500
pictures that totaled 15Gb of memory/harddrive space. If we had run out of
drive space, one laptop had a CD-burner and one had a DVD burner, so we
could have burned a disk backup before clearing the memory cards. I was the
only one who didn't need to clear a memory card, but I had 2 4Gb cards. I
filled up one of them.

It was also great to do a daily review of the pictures on something larger
than a 2.5" screen. Pictures that you thought had come out flat, actually
looked much better on a real screen.

I didn't check my email until after the Untour when we were in Zurich with
an internet connection.

On 10/1/07, Joan Herriges <joanherriges at sbcglobal.net> wrote:
>
>  Hi Jay:  I know geeks are geeks, but sometime, just for a change, try to
> "unplug" on an Untour, except for your camera of course.  It really is a
> wonderful feeling.  Know sometimes it is necessary for business--but if not,
> think you would be very surprised at the result.  Cheers. Joan.
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> *From:* Jay Cloidt <jayclimbs at gmail.com>
> *To:* Lynanne Guynn <lynannerg at msn.com>
> *Cc:* idyllchat at lists.untours.com
> *Sent:* Monday, October 01, 2007 8:48 AM
> *Subject:* [Bulk] Re: Fw: RE: Re: [Idyllchat] Thank You Idyllchaters
>
> I just got back from our Untour in Switzerland, and let me preface this by
> saying we are geeks. Between the four of us, we had 2 laptops, 5 cameras, 3
> cell phones (1 set up to work internationally, 2 with local SIM cards),
> headlamps with rechargeable batteries, etc.
> With all this electronic gear, we were charging things every night and
> none of it needed a voltage converter. Everything we brought us was rated
> for 100-220 volts and 50-60 MHz. We simply needed plug converters.
>
> Whatever you are bringing, read the input ratings on it. If it says,
> "100-240 volts,  50~60 MHz", then it will work in Europe. A voltage
> converter will cost you $40-$60. A plug converter will cost you $12.
>
> The only thing that never works right is a hair dryer. Because of this,
> almost everywhere you go supplies one. They don't want you starting a fire
> with your American hair dryer.
>
>   - Jay
>
> p.s. - I found a new kind of grounded plug (for me) in Switzerland. This
> had the normal 2 round prongs, but also had a third round prong centered
> horizontally, and slightly lower than center vertically. The old grounded
> plug was a big round plug with the standard 2 round prongs and 2 contacts on
> the top and bottom of the round plug part for the grounds. Our Untour house
> came with a converter from the old EU grounded plug to the new EU grounded
> plug, but I don't know if that's standard for Untours.
>
> On 9/29/07, Lynanne Guynn <lynannerg at msn.com> wrote:
> >
> >  Bev is my daughter.  I had asked her where she got her
> > converter/adapter set that I've borrowed each time I went to Venice.
> > Lynanne
> >  Visit my Blog at www.lynanneg.blogspot.com
> > ------------------------------
> > *From:* Bev
> > *Sent:* Friday, September 28, 2007 4:11 PM
> > *To:* 'Lynanne Guynn'
> > *Subject:* RE: Re: [Idyllchat] Thank You Idyllchaters
> >
> >  I don't know where I got it, but the converter is made by
> > Proctor-Silex.  I've had it since before our first Venice trip.  It
> > "converts 220/240 VAC to 110/120 VAC, 50-60 HZ".  It also came with
> > different plug adapters as well. Note: I think we found that some chargers
> > are already designed to convert to 110/120 without needing a converter, and
> > may just need the adapters.  If the charger doesn't say the it converts,
> > then you'd need to use the converter also.
> >
> >  ------------------------------
> > *From:* Lynanne Guynn [mailto:lynannerg at msn.com]
> > *Sent:* Friday, September 28, 2007 7:40 AM
> > *To:* bev.guynn at yahoo.com
> > *Subject:* Fw: Re: [Idyllchat] Thank You Idyllchaters
> >
> >  What is the name of your converter set, and where did you get it?
> >
> > LM
> >  Visit my Blog at www.lynanneg.blogspot.com
> > ------------------------------
> > *From:* Roberta Churchill
> > *Sent:* Friday, September 28, 2007 7:23 AM
> > *To:* Lynanne Guynn, Janet Backus
> > *Cc:* idyllchat at lists.untours.com
> > *Subject:* Re: [Idyllchat] Thank You Idyllchaters
> >
> >  This may have been answered before, but if it wasn't I would like to
> > relate my experience.  I purchased a "convertor" for my battery charger from
> > Radio Shack before I left for Venice two weeks ago.  The "convertor" killed
> > the charger.  It fit the outlet but wasn't of the correct  voltage,
> > according to a store in Canareggio.  Fortunately, I had taken an extra set
> > of charged batteries so I could continue photographing.  I am going to
> > return the convertor" and see what they say.
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > *From:* Lynanne Guynn <lynannerg at msn.com>
> > *To:* Janet Backus <mzjanb at sbcglobal.net>
> > *Cc:* idyllchat at lists.untours.com
> > *Sent:* Friday, September 21, 2007 10:38 PM
> > *Subject:* Re: [Idyllchat] Thank You Idyllchaters
> >
> > The only thing I can add to your wonderful list is, take several backup
> > batteries and a  battery charger for your camera.  It's amazing how many pix
> > you will take when you know you can delete at will.  And you will also need
> > a converter for the plug for the charger.  And always have those backup
> > batteries with you.  Nothing is more frustrating than to have that aha
> > moment with a dead battery.
> >
> > My first year with a digital camera I assured my daughter I wouldn't
> > take many pix because I'd been to Venice many times and didn't think I'd
> > take many pix.  Wrong!!  She said, "take lots - you can always delete"
> >
> > Well, even after deleting  I had run out of space and had to delete some
> > more.  Make sure you have no less than a 1 GB memory card.
> >
> > Have fun, and report back to us when you return home.
> >
> > Lynanne
> >  Visit my Blog at www.lynanneg.blogspot.com
> > ------------------------------
> > *From:* Janet Backus
> > *Sent:* Friday, September 21, 2007 8:34 PM
> > *To:* idyllchat at lists.untours.com
> > *Subject:* [Idyllchat] Thank You Idyllchaters
> >
> >  Thank you to all the Idyllchaters who answered my many concerns,
> > interests, and questions surrounding my first Untour trip to Southern
> > Tuscany.
> > You lightened my concerns, peaked my interests and had humorous,
> > intelligent and informative answers to all my questions.
> > Be assured that more than one "ah ha" moment will occur thanks to
> > something one of you commented on.
> > I have my Euros.  I am ready to pack all in my brand new bright blue 21"
> > suitcase.  I have a new digital camera, with recent instructions from a
> > camera store.  I've gotten (for the first time in my life) a Debit/ATM card
> > and a Capital One credit card.  I've learned a smattering of Italian that
> > will be spoken with a Chicago accent.  I know how to pack my meds.  I have a
> > money belt.  I'll make copies of passport, credit card, debit/atm card,
> > medical cards, drivers license.
> > All of those things are thanks to your comments and stories in the
> > archives.
> > Thank you so very, very much.
> > Grazie.  Buona sera.
> > Janet
> >
> > PS - if you have any last minute suggestions, I'll still pick up until
> > Tuesday, 9/25 - then  Buon giorno Alitalia!
> >
> >
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