How to charge the iPhone 3G from a power outlet in The Isle of Man
How to connect a Manx power outlet to the iPhone 3G
Complicated combinations of frequencies and region codes can often be daunting when planning on staying in a foreign country for the first time traveller. These guidelines were written to prevent visitors needing to worry if they can charge their iPhone 3G abroad.When you're visiting The Isle of Man these instructions show how to power the iPhone 3G using a standard 240 volt 50Hz Type G power outlet, the Manx will use a 13 amp plug for charging. When you are travelling to The Isle of Man from another country please make sure that your iPhone 3G can be used with a 240 volt supply. If the iPhone 3G was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110v) make sure the iPhone 3G is dual-voltage (indicated by 100-240 volts) otherwise you may need to use an additional power converter to avoid the device from overheating when charging it. These instructions assume that you have installed Apple iOS 4 or greater on the iPhone 3G.
Charging the iPhone 3G in The Isle of Man
What is the best power adapter for recharging the iPhone 3G in The Isle of Man?
If travelling to more than one country the best international travel power adapter for The Isle of Man is a multiple USB adapter which includes compatible plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. Because these types of chargers come with interchangeable plugs and handle 100 volts to 240 volts it makes them ideal for multiple countries in Europe, Asia, North America and Africa just by switching the plugs over. If your iPhone 3G is compatible with Fast Charge then you'll benefit from faster recharging times with one of these travel adapters, plus compatibility with more power hungry devices. This will allow you to recharge more than one device at once without needing to pack individual travel adapters for your Manx trip. By only bringing a single USB travel charger will also keep the overall weight down, making it perfect to fold up in hand luggage and suitable for recharging your iPhone 3G at an airport or on a plane. Due to their versatility these types of power chargers can be used when back at home so when you’re not travelling they can be used overnight charging multiple phones and tablets without using up an additional power outlet.
If you travel to The Isle of Man we recommend searching for this type of flexible power adapter online. The travel adapter illustrated is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested for charging multiple USB devices in numerous different countries on a daily basis.
Alternative travel adapter for The Isle of Man
The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country who only have USB devices such as the iPhone 3G, however for visitors also wanting to use their domestic plugs these power adapters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power converters offer surge protection which is crucial for visitors of counties with unreliable power grids to prevent damage to any connected devices from voltage spikes. These power converters are supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover both The Isle of Man and over 150 countries around the world:
- BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK international travel converter has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the best selling portable option for travellers originating from North America visiting The Isle of Man using type B US plug sockets.
- ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Likewise having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the travel adapter from Orico is also aimed at travellers originating from the US using type B plugs and is a much more cost effective alternative to the BESTEK with only 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 more 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 perfect for a majority of travellers from around the world visiting The Isle of Man. [6] [AD]
Charging the iPhone 3G from a Manx power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type G USB adapter
Using the USB 30-pin Apple connector and a Type G power charger to charge the iPhone 3G from a Manx power outlet.
- To supply power to your iPhone 3G from the Manx power outlet you will need a Type G USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] - the cable is typically included with the iPhone 3G by Apple.
- Begin the process by plugging the Type G USB power plug adapter in the wall outlet. You can identify this power outlet by the 3 vertical rectangular holes containing shutters forming a triangular shape for live, neutral and ground.
- Then connect one end of the charging cord into the bottom of the mains power charger 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.
- Switch on the Manx power outlet.
- The battery icon that appears in the top right corner of your cell will display a charging icon to indicate that the mobile is powering up which should take between one to four hours to recharge to full capacity. [AD]
See also
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- Wikipedia - The Isle of Man Wikipedia web page
- Apple - official iPhone 3G user guide
- iec.ch - Type G power outlet
- 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..
- USB to Apple 30 pin cable - This connects compatible iPhones, iPods and iPads to a USB port for charging, syncing and playing music.
- 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..