How to charge the iPad 3 when planning a trip to Uzbekistan

Instructions showing how to power your iPad 3 with an Uzbekistani power outlet with a USB 30 pin connector and a 2 pinned Type C power charger and recharging the iPad 3 using a Type I power charger.

Uzbekistani power outlet

Complicated combinations of standards and voltages can often cause confusion when planning to stay in a different country, especially if you've never visited before. The following step by step guide shows you how to power your iPad 3 when you're travelling to Uzbekistan by using their Type I or C Uzbekistani 220 volt 50Hz wall outlets. When travelling to Uzbekistan from another country check the iPad 3 can be charged using a 240 volt supply. If it originated in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 110 volts check that your device is dual voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional converter to prevent the device from being damaged whilst powering it up. These instructions assume that you are running Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPad 3.

Charging the iPad 3 in Uzbekistan

Can the iPad 3 be used in Uzbekistan?

You can use the iPad 3 in Uzbekistan by using the correct power convertor.

What is the best travel adapter for recharging the iPad 3 in Uzbekistan?

If travelling with more than just your iPad 3 then the best travel charger for Uzbekistan to buy is a multiple USB port charger which includes swappable plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. Uzbekistanis use two different standards of power outlets (I and C) and bringing this ensures that you are covered for type C. As these types of chargers are supplied with interchangeable pins and can handle from 100 volts - 240 volts will mean you can travel to over 100 countries around the world simply by changing the included plugs. If your model of iPad 3 supports Fast Charge then you'll benefit from faster recharging times by using one of these travel adapters plus additional compatibility with more power demanding devices.

Unlike other travel chargers this means you can power multiple devices at the same time without needing to bring seperate power adapters. Only bringing a single USB travel charger will also keep the weight down, making it perfect to fold up in hand baggage while travelling. Because of their space saving flexibility these types of adapters can be used at home so when you’re not on holiday they can sit under your bedside table charging multiple tablets and phones without using up an additional power outlet.

For those travelling often we recommend buying this type of flexible travel adapter at an electronics retailer - the multipurpose power charger illustrated below is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been tested successfully for powering multiple USB devices in numerous foreign countries around the world.

Alternative travel adapter for Uzbekistan

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country wanting to charge devices via USB, however for those also wanting to use their domestic plugs these power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power converters offer surge protection which is useful when visiting counties with unstable power grids to prevent damage to any connected appliances from voltage spikes. These travel converters come supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering Europe, North America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China and over 150 destinations:

  • 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 Uzbekistan 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 and is a much more cost effective alternative to the BESTEK with just 1 less AC outlet for almost half price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has 2 AC outlets but offers 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 perfect for a wide range of travellers from around the world visiting Uzbekistan. [8] [AD]
What is the best travel adapter for recharging the iPad 3 in Uzbekistan?

How to use a Europlug Type C power charger for charging your iPad 3 from an Uzbekistani power outlet

Using the USB 30-pin Apple connector and a Type C power adapter to charge the iPad 3 from an Uzbekistani power outlet.

  1. To power the iPad 3 from an Uzbekistani power outlet you will need to use a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5], Apple normally supply this USB cable when you buy the iPad 3.
  2. Start the process by inserting the Type C USB power plug adapter into the power supply. You can recognise this wall outlet by the 2 round adjacent holes next to each other where the plug outlet pins go.
  3. Connect one end of the cable into the mains USB charger and the other end into the dock connector on the iPad 3. The iPad 3 dock connector can be found at the base of the iPad 3.
  4. Switch on the Uzbekistani 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 3 is recharging which should take around 1 - 4 hours to fully recharge. [AD]
How to use a Europlug Type C power charger for charging your iPad 3 from an Uzbekistani power outlet

How to use a Type J power charger for recharging your iPad 3 from an Uzbekistani power outlet

A guide on how to recharge the iPad 3 with an Uzbekistani power outlet with the USB 30-pin Apple connector with a Type I power adapter.

  1. To power the iPad 3 using an Uzbekistani power outlet you will need to use a Type I USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] - Apple typically supply this USB cable when you purchase the iPad 3.
  2. Start the process by taking the Type I USB power plug adapter and inserting it into the power outlet. You can identify the plug outlet by three thin slots for the live, neutral and ground.
  3. Then connect one end of the USB to Apple 30 pin cable into the bottom of the USB mains adapter and the other end into the dock connector on the iPad 3. The iPad 3 dock connector is found at the bottom of the iPad 3.
  4. Turn on the Uzbekistani power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top right hand corner of your tablet will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPad is powering up which takes between one to four hours to recharge to full capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type J power charger for recharging your iPad 3 from an Uzbekistani power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Uzbekistan Wikipedia web page
  2. Apple - official iPad user guide
  3. iec.ch - Type C power outlet
  4. 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..
  5. USB to Apple 30 pin cable - This connects compatible iPhones, iPods and iPads to a USB port for charging, syncing and playing music.
  6. iec.ch - Type I power outlet
  7. Type I USB power plug adapter - Type I USB chargers use three short flat blades in a V format with the top blade acting as a grounding pin.
  8. 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..