How to charge the iPhone 3G from a power outlet in Denmark
How to connect a Danish power outlet to the iPhone 3G
Different combinations of voltages and standards can often be confusing when planning to travel to a different country to the first time traveller. However this isn't as complicated as it first appears, with only a handful of different types of plug sockets being used throughout the world this guide shows exactly what you'll need in advance to power the iPhone 3G in Denmark. This page has been specifically written to assist travellers wanting to charge their iPhone 3G when they are staying abroad.This page contains simple instructions which shows exactly how to power the iPhone 3G when going to Denmark by using the K type 230 volt 50Hz power outlets, please note that Type K plug outlets are used by most Danes. When you are visiting Denmark from a different country double check your iPhone 3G can accept a 240 volt supply. If the iPhone 3G originated in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 110 volts ensure the iPhone 3G is dual-voltage (indicated by 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional transformer to stop the device from overheating when powering up. These instructions assume that you have installed Apple iOS 4 or greater on the iPhone 3G.
Charging the iPhone 3G in Denmark
What is the best power charger for recharging the iPhone 3G in Denmark?
The best power adapter for Denmark will be a Type K USB power plug adapter which allows you to use your iPhone 3G. [4] [AD]
How to use a Type K power charger for charging your iPhone 3G from a Danish power outlet
Using the 30 pin Apple connector and a 2 pinned Type K USB adapter to charge the iPhone 3G with a Danish power outlet.
- If you want to supply power to the iPhone 3G using a Danish power outlet you will need to buy a Type K USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] (this cable is usually already supplied with the iPhone 3G by Apple).
- Start the process by inserting the Type K USB power plug adapter in the wall outlet. You can recognise this wall supply by 3 holes in an upside-down triangular pattern with the bottom hole appearing semicircular in shape.
- Plug in one end of the USB cord into the mains USB adapter and the other end into the dock connector on the iPhone 3G. The iPhone 3G dock connector can be found at bottom of the iPhone 3G.
- Turn on the Danish power outlet.
- The battery icon which appears in the top right hand corner of the iPhone 3G will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPhone 3G is charging which should take roughly 1 to 4 hours to fully recharge to 100% capacity. [AD]
See also
- What can I connect to a Danish power outlet?
- What can I connect to the iPhone 3G?
- Can I charge my phone in Europe?
- Can I use my phone in Europe?
- Do I need a converter for my phone in Europe?
- Will my phone charger work in Europe?
- What are the dangers of using the wrong mobile phone charger in Europe?
- What do I need to charge my phone in Europe?
- How to call the US from Europe
- What plug sockets are used in Europe?
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- Can I use my hair straighteners in Europe?
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- Does the United Kingdom use the Euro?
- Does Denmark use the Euro?
- How long can an American stay in Europe for?
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- How many countries are there in Europe?
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- What is Northern Europe?
- What countries are not in the European Union?
External links
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- Wikipedia - Denmark country page on wikipedia.org
- Apple - official iPhone 3G user guide
- iec.ch - Type K power outlet
- Type K USB power plug adapter - There are three pins on a Type K USB charger comprising of two large rounded pins and a bottom semi-circular grounding pin.
- USB to Apple 30 pin cable - This connects compatible iPhones, iPods and iPads to a USB port for charging, syncing and playing music.