Charging your iPad 4 from a power outlet in Myanmar

A page showing how to charge your iPad 4 from a Myanmar power outlet with the Apple USB Lightning connector with a three pin Type G power adapter, how to power the iPad 4 using a 2 pin Europlug Type C power adapter and how to power the iPad 4 using a Type D USB plug

Myanmar power outlet

Varying different frequencies and standards can often be confusing when planning on staying in another country especially if you've never been there before. When you are visiting Myanmar these instructions show charging the iPad 4 by using their types G, C, D or F 230 volt 50Hz wall outlets. If you are visiting Myanmar from another country make sure the iPad 4 can be used with a 240 volt supply. If your iPad 4 was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110 volts) make sure your iPad 4 is dual-voltage (marked with a 100-240 volt notation) else you may need to use an additional converter to prevent the device from overheating during charging. If you intend to stay in a place like Yangon or Mandalay please refer to the Myanmar Wikipedia page [1] for more indepth information. These instructions assume that you have installed Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPad 4.

Charging the iPad 4 in Myanmar

Can the iPad 4 be used in Myanmar?

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

What is the best travel adapter for the iPad 4 in Myanmar?

When travelling to more than one country then the best travel charger for Myanmar to buy is a multiple USB port charger which includes compatible plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. Myanmas use four different types of power outlets (types G, C, D and F) and bringing this ensures that you are covered for both types C and G.

Because these types of chargers come with interchangeable pins and can handle 100 volts - 240 volts will mean you can travel to multiple countries around the world just by switching the included heads. If your iPad 4 supports Fast Charge (please note not all USB devices can) then you'll benefit from quicker recharging times with one of these types of travel adapters along with compatibility with certain power hungry devices like tablets. This will also allow you to power more than one device at once without needing to bring seperate travel adapters for your Myanmar trip. By only packing a single USB travel charger will help keep the overall size down, making it perfect to store in hand luggage while travelling as well as being convenient for recharging your iPad 4 at an airport or on the plane. Due to their space saving flexibility these types of power adapters can be used when you return home so when you’re not travelling they can sit overnight charging multiple tablets and smartphones with just a single wall outlet.

We recommend searching for a versatile power adapter like this at your preferred electronics retailer. The travel charger illustrated below is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested with multiple USB devices in numerous foreign countries.

Alternative travel adapter for Myanmar

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country wanting to charge devices using USB, however for visitors also wanting to use their domestic plugs the following power strips provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power strips offer surge protection which can be useful for travellers to counties with unstable power supplies to prevent damage to any connected devices. These travel adapters are supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering both Myanmar and over 150 destinations:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK travel converter has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the most popular portable power adapter for travellers originating from North America visiting Myanmar using 3 pin type B plug sockets.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Also having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the travel adapter from Orico is also aimed at travellers from the US using type B plugs. This is a cheaper alternative to the BESTEK with just one less AC outlet for almost half the price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has just 2 AC outlets but offers a more flexible 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 a majority of travellers from around the world visiting Myanmar. [12] [AD]
What is the best travel adapter for the iPad 4 in Myanmar?

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

A page showing how to charge your iPad 4 from a Myanmar power outlet with the Apple USB Lightning connector with a three pin Type G power adapter.

  1. If you want to power the iPad 4 from a Myanmar power outlet you'll need to buy a Type G USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (Apple usually include the cable with the iPad 4).
  2. Begin the process by taking the Type G USB power plug adapter and inserting it in the wall supply. You can recognise this plug supply by the three vertical holes containing plastic shutters in a triangular configuration for live, neutral and earth.
  3. Connect the USB end of the Apple Lightning power cord into the mains power 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. Switch on the Myanmar power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top right hand corner of your iPad 4 screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the tablet is charging taking around one to four hours to completely recharge to full capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type G power charger for recharging your iPad 4 from a Myanmar power outlet

How to use a Europlug Type C power charger for charging your iPad 4 from a Myanmar power outlet

Using a USB Lightning Apple cable and a Type C Europlug power adapter to power the iPad 4 from a Myanmar power outlet.

  1. In order to supply power to the iPad 4 using the Myanmar power outlet you'll need a Type C USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5], typically already included with the device by Apple.
  2. Start by plugging the Type C USB power plug adapter into the power outlet. This ungrounded plug supply, sometimes known as a Europlug, can be recognised by 2 round holes adjacent to each other where the live and neutral pins go.
  3. Plug in one end of the USB power 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 is situated at the base of the iPad 4.
  4. Turn on the Myanmar power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right corner of the tablet will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPad is charging, typically taking between one-four hours to recharge. [AD]
How to use a Europlug Type C power charger for charging your iPad 4 from a Myanmar power outlet

Charging the iPad 4 from a Myanmar power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type D USB adapter

Using a Lightning connector and a 3 pin Type D power adapter to recharge your iPad 4 with a Myanmar power outlet.

  1. If you want to supply power to the iPad 4 using the Myanmar power outlet you will need to buy a Type D USB power plug adapter [9] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5], usually included with the device by Apple.
  2. Insert the Type D USB power plug adapter into the Myanmar power outlet. The power outlet, sometimes known as a Type D power outlet [8], looks like three holes forming a triangle pattern for live, neutral and ground pins.
  3. Plug in one end of the Apple power cable into the bottom of the USB power adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad 4. The iPad 4 lightning connector is situated at the base of the iPad 4.
  4. Turn on the Myanmar power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that appears in the top right corner of the tablet will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPad is recharging, typically taking between 1 to 4 hours to recharge. [AD]
Charging the iPad 4 from a Myanmar power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type D USB adapter

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

Using the USB Lightning Apple cable and a Type F Schuko power adapter to recharge your iPad 4 with a Myanmar power outlet.

  1. To charge the iPad 4 from the Myanmar power outlet you will need to use a Type F USB power plug adapter [11] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (typically already included with the device by Apple).
  2. Begin by taking the Type F USB power plug adapter and plugging it in the Myanmar power outlet. This recessed round power outlet can be recognised by two 4.8mm round holes 19 mm adjacent to each other where the live and neutral pins slide into and a pair of thin grounding clips above and below.
  3. Plug in one end of the Apple power cable into the bottom of the USB power adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad 4. The iPad 4 lightning connector is situated at the base of the iPad 4.
  4. Turn on the Myanmar power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top right corner of the tablet will display a charging icon to indicate that the tablet is recharging, typically taking between 1 to 4 hours to recharge. [AD]
Powering the iPad 4 with a Myanmar power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Myanmar Wikipedia page
  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 C power outlet
  7. 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..
  8. iec.ch - Type D power outlet
  9. 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..
  10. iec.ch - Type F power outlet
  11. 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..
  12. 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..