How to charge the iPad 4 when planning a trip to Jordan

Instructions showing how to power your iPad 4 with a Jordanian power outlet by using a USB Lightning Apple connector with a Europlug Type C USB adapter, powering the iPad 4 using a three pin Type G USB charger and how to charge the iPad 4 using a three pinned Type B power plug

Jordanian power outlet

Varying different combinations of standards and plugs can often cause confusion when planning to visit another country, especially if you've never visited before. With only a handful of different types of common standards being used throughout the world this article shows exactly what you'll need to purchase in advance to power the iPad 4 in Jordan. This guide was written to prevent people having to worry if they'll be able to power their iPad 4 when they are travelling abroad.If you are staying in Jordan this page has useful instructions showing how to supply power to your iPad 4 by using the G, B, C, D, F or J type 230 volt 50Hz wall outlets, Type G plug outlets will be normally used by most Jordanians. When you are travelling to Jordan from another country please check that your iPad 4 can accept a 240 volt supply. If it was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 110v ensure that the device is dual-voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) otherwise you may need to use an additional voltage converter to stop the device from overheating whilst powering it. These instructions assume that you have installed Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPad 4.

Charging the iPad 4 in Jordan

Can you use the iPad 4 in Jordan?

Yes, you can connect the iPad 4 to a Jordanian power outlet.

What is the best power adapter for recharging the iPad 4 in Jordan?

If travelling to more than one country then the best international travel charger for Jordan is a multiple USB port adapter which includes compatible plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. There are six standards of power outlets in Jordan (types G, B, C, D, F and J) and using a travel charger like this will ensure that you are covered for both types C and G.

Because these chargers are supplied with interchangeable plugs and can handle 100 - 240 volts will mean that you can travel to multiple countries in Asia, North America, Europe and Africa just by changing the plugs over. If your model of iPad 4 is compatible with Fast Charge then you'll benefit from faster recharging times with one of these travel adapters plus compatibility with more power demanding devices. Having a 4 port adapter will also allow you to charge multiple devices at once without needing to buy multiple travel chargers or using up additional wall outlets. Only needing a single international travel charger will help keep the size and weight down, making it ideal to store in hand luggage whilst travelling as well as being on hand for recharging your iPad 4 at the airport or on a flight. Because of their space saving flexibility these types of chargers can be used at home so when you’re not on holiday they can sit overnight charging multiple smartphones, tablets and e-readers with only a single power outlet.

If you travel to Jordan we recommend searching for this type of flexible power adapter online. The multipurpose travel charger illustrated is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested with multiple USB devices in numerous countries on a daily basis.

Alternative travel adapter for Jordan

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from around the world who only have USB devices such as the iPad 4, but for visitors also wishing to use their domestic plugs the following power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power strips offer surge protection which can be necessary for visitors of regions with unstable power supplies. These travel adapters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering Europe, North America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China and over 150 countries around the world:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK travel adaptor has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the most popular compact power converter for travellers originating from America going to Jordan using type B plug sockets.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Similarly having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the travel adapter from Orico is also aimed at travellers from North America using type B plugs. This is a much cheaper alternative to the BESTEK with 1 less AC outlet at almost half price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has just 2 AC outlets but offers a generous 5 USB charging ports. This versatile power strip is compatible with both American plugs and popular plug types A, D,E/F, G, H, I, L and N making it ideal for most travellers from around the world visiting Jordan. [16] [AD]
What is the best power adapter for recharging the iPad 4 in Jordan?

How to use a Type G power charger for recharging your iPad 4 from a Jordanian power outlet

A guide on how to recharge the iPad 4 with a Jordanian power outlet with a USB Lightning cable and a three pin Type G USB charger.

  1. If you want to charge the iPad 4 using a Jordanian power outlet you will need to use a Type G USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (typically already supplied with your device by Apple).
  2. Begin by taking the Type G USB power plug adapter and plugging it in the power outlet. You can identify this plug outlet by three vertical rectangular slots with shutters forming a triangle configuration for live, neutral and earth pins.
  3. Plug in the USB end of the USB to Apple Lightning cable into the bottom of the USB mains adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad 4. The iPad 4 lightning connector can be found at the bottom of the iPad 4.
  4. Turn on the Jordanian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top right hand corner of your tablet screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPad 4 is charging, typically taking roughly 1-4 hours to completely recharge. [AD]
How to use a Type G power charger for recharging your iPad 4 from a Jordanian power outlet

How to use a Type B power charger for recharging your iPad 4 from a Jordanian power outlet

Instructions on how to charge the iPad 4 from a Jordanian power outlet using the Apple Lightning connector and a three pinned Type B power charger.

  1. If you want to charge your iPad 4 using a Jordanian power outlet you'll need to use a Type B USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (typically already supplied with your device by Apple).
  2. Begin by plugging the Type B USB power plug adapter in the wall outlet. You can identify the plug outlet by two thin slots with a single hole below for the slightly longer ground pin. Note that power cords with type B outlets which are rated at less that 240 V shouldn't be used in Jordan so we suggest checking prior to continuing.
  3. Connect one end of the USB to Apple Lightning cable into the USB mains charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad 4. The iPad 4 lightning connector is found at the bottom of the iPad 4.
  4. Turn on the Jordanian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that appears in the top right corner of your iPad will display a charging icon to indicate that the tablet is powering up which typically takes between one to four hours to recharge to full capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type B power charger for recharging your iPad 4 from a Jordanian power outlet

How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your iPad 4 from a Jordanian power outlet

Instructions showing how to power your iPad 4 with a Jordanian power outlet by using a USB Lightning Apple connector with a Europlug Type C USB adapter.

  1. To power the iPad 4 from a Jordanian power outlet you will need to use a Type C USB power plug adapter [9] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (typically already supplied with your device).
  2. Begin by taking the Type C USB power plug adapter and inserting it in the power outlet. The power supply (called the Europlug) can be identified by the 2 holes next to each other where the live and neutral pins sit.
  3. Plug in the USB end of the USB to Apple Lightning cable into the bottom of the USB mains adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad 4. The iPad 4 lightning connector can be found at the base of the iPad 4.
  4. Turn on the Jordanian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top right hand corner of your tablet screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPad 4 is charging, typically taking roughly 1-4 hours to completely recharge. [AD]
How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your iPad 4 from a Jordanian power outlet

How to use a Type D power charger for charging your iPad 4 from a Jordanian power outlet

Using a USB Lightning Apple connector and a Type D power adapter to charge the iPad 4 from a Jordanian power outlet.

  1. To power the iPad 4 from a Jordanian power outlet you will need to buy a Type D USB power plug adapter [11] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (Apple will usually supply the USB cable when you first purchase your iPad 4).
  2. Start by taking the Type D USB power plug adapter and inserting it into the power outlet. You can identify this power outlet by the 3 circular holes forming a triangular configuration for live, neutral and ground pins.
  3. Connect the USB end of the USB Lightning power cord into the bottom of the mains power charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad 4. The iPad 4 lightning connector can be found at the base of the iPad 4.
  4. Switch on the Jordanian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which you'll find in the top right hand corner of the iPad screen will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPad 4 is recharging which takes around one-four hours to fully recharge. [AD]
How to use a Type D power charger for charging your iPad 4 from a Jordanian power outlet

Powering the iPad 4 with a Jordanian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

A guide showing how to power the iPad 4 with a Jordanian power outlet with the Lightning Apple cable with a Type F Schuko USB charger.

  1. If you want to supply power to the iPad 4 from the Jordanian power outlet you'll need a Type F USB power plug adapter [13] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] - Apple typically supply this USB cable when you purchase the iPad 4.
  2. Firstly insert the Type F USB power plug adapter in the Jordanian power outlet. This circular plug outlet (sometimes known as a Schuko outlet) can be identified by two large holes 19 mm apart from each other along with thin metal grounding clips on the top and bottom.
  3. Connect one end of the USB to Apple Lightning cable into the USB mains charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad 4. The iPad 4 lightning connector is found at the bottom of the iPad 4.
  4. Turn on the Jordanian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that appears in the top right corner of your iPad will display a charging icon to indicate that the tablet is powering up which typically takes between one to four hours to recharge to full capacity. [AD]
Powering the iPad 4 with a Jordanian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

How to use a Type J power charger for recharging your iPad 4 from a Jordanian power outlet

A guide showing you how to charge your iPad 4 from a Jordanian power outlet using the Apple Lightning connector and a 3 pinned Type J power charger.

  1. If you want to charge your iPad 4 using a Jordanian power outlet you'll need to use a Type J USB power plug adapter [15] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (usually already supplied with your device by Apple).
  2. Begin by plugging the Type J USB power plug adapter in the Jordanian power outlet. You can recognise this hexagon shaped plug outlet by 3 large round holes in a triangle pattern.
  3. Connect one end of the Apple power cable into the USB mains charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad 4. The iPad 4 lightning connector is situated at the bottom of the iPad 4.
  4. Switch on the Jordanian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that appears in the top right corner of your iPad will display a charging icon to indicate that the tablet is powering up taking between 60 to 240 minutes to recharge to 100% capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type J power charger for recharging your iPad 4 from a Jordanian power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Jordanian page on wikipedia
  2. Apple - official iPad user guide
  3. iec.ch - Type G power outlet
  4. Type G USB power plug adapter - Suitable for use in England, Ireland, and Scotland, a grounded three pin Type G adapter turns UK electrical power outlets into USB ports for reliable charging..
  5. USB to Apple Lightning cable - The Apple Lightning cable is a charging and syncing cable for more recent Apple devices and connects compatible iPhones and iPads to a USB port.
  6. iec.ch - Type B power outlet
  7. Type B USB power plug adapter - A Type B USB power plug adapter conforms to the NEMA 5-15 specifications, featuring 2 parallel flat blades and an extended grounding pin. Rated at 15A and 125 volts, suitable for use in the United States and Canada for converting domestic outlets to USB..
  8. iec.ch - Type C power outlet
  9. Type C USB power plug adapter - Conforming to Europlug specifications, the Type C USB power plug adapter incorporates two 4 mm rounded pins spaced 19 mm apart. It is engineered to adapt electrical outlets commonly found in Europe, converting them to USB-compatible charging ports..
  10. iec.ch - Type D power outlet
  11. Type D USB power plug adapter - Designed for usage in South Asian countries such as India and Nepal, the Type D USB power plug adapter offers a practical solution for converting local 3-prong grounded outlets into USB ports, providing reliable charging for a range of USB devices..
  12. iec.ch - Type F power outlet
  13. Type F USB power plug adapter - Compliant with Europlugs and CEE 7/17 specifications, the Type F or Schuko adapter is engineered to adapt German electrical power outlets into USB-compatible ports..
  14. iec.ch - Type J power outlet
  15. Type J USB power plug adapter - Type J USB chargers have three rounded pins placed in a flattened triangular pattern with the top pin acting as an earth.
  16. 4 Port USB Wall Charger - A 4-port USB wall charger is an electrical device that provides simultaneous charging for up to four USB-compatible devices. It often includes interchangeable international plug adapters for global use..