North American Power Source usable on Mega Drive?

[Crabmaster2000]

I have a Japanese Mega Drive with no power. Can I just use my North American Power Source with it or is that not a good idea?

[samsonlonghair]

That should work just fine.

I'm no electrician, but I believe you're in the clear.

[Crabmaster2000]

That should work just fine.

I'm no electrician, but I believe you're in the clear.

That's my thoughts too, I was just hoping someone could 100% confirm.

[samsonlonghair]

Confirmed. I just checked this. The Japanese Mega Drive 1 uses 9v 1.2amp just like the Model 1 Genesis. The Mega Drive 2 uses 10v 850mA just like the Genesis 2.

[samsonlonghair]

For future reference, you can see pictures of US and Japanese power supplies at this page:
http://segaretro.org/AC_adaptor

[Crabmaster2000]

Thanks Samson!!

[samsonlonghair]

You're very welcome, Crabmaster. Happy gaming.

Don't blame me if your house burns down.

[samsonlonghair]

I'm eager to hear how it worked out for you, Crabmaster. What games are you playing on your Mega Drive?

[flojocabron]

hmmm.

it says on that link that the genesis 3 uses a special plug?

Well, I've been using a genesis 2 plug on both of mine. And there has been no problems.

I built mine out of random parts. I found the genesis 3 console by itself and the plugs later on.

I guess the stuff is still compatible, kinda like how the genesis 1 plug works on the Master system.

[samsonlonghair]

Check the voltage, the amperage, and the polarity. If that all matches, I think you're all good.