Charging your iPad 3 from a power outlet in Guyana

Instructions showing how to charge your iPad 3 with a Guyanese power outlet with the USB 30-pin Apple cable with a Type G power adapter, powering the iPad 3 using a 2 pin Type A USB plug and charging the iPad 3 using a three pinned Type B power adapter

Guyanese power outlet

Different standards and plug types can often be daunting when planning to travel to a new country especially for the first time traveller. With only a handful of different types of common standards being used in the world this guide tells you exactly what you'll need to buy in advance to charge the iPad 3 . This guide was specifically written to prepare visitors wanting to charge the iPad 3 when they're staying in Guyana.This step by step guide shows you exactly what you'll need to charge the iPad 3 when you're travelling to Guyana using their standard G, A, B or D type 220 volt 60Hz wall outlets. When travelling to Guyana from a different country ensure that your iPad 3 can accept a 240 volt supply. If your iPad 3 was purchased from a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110v) ensure that your device is dual voltage (indicated by 100-240 volts) otherwise you may need to use an additional voltage converter to stop the device from being damaged whilst powering it up. If you're planning on staying in a Guyanese city like Georgetown or Linden we suggest reading the Guyanese entry on wikipedia [1] for more information. These instructions assume that you have installed Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPad 3.

Charging the iPad 3 in Guyana

Can you use the iPad 3 in Guyana?

You can use the iPad 3 in Guyana.

What is the best power adapter for the iPad 3 in Guyana?

If you are travelling to multiple countries then the best travel power adapter for Guyana is a multiple USB port adapter which includes swappable plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. Guyanese use four different standards of power outlets (types G, A, B and D) and bringing this ensures that you are covered for both types A and G. As these chargers come with interchangeable plugs and handle from 100 volts - 240 volts it makes them ideal for multiple countries around the world just by changing the heads. If your type of iPad 3 is compatible with Fast Charge (not all USB devices will) then you'll benefit from faster charging times with one of these types of power adapters and additional support for more power demanding devices.

This will allow you to power more than one device at the same time without needing to pack multiple travel chargers on your Guyanese trip. By only needing a single lightweight travel charger will also keep the weight and size down, making it ideal to fold up and store in hand luggage while travelling as well as being convenient for recharging your iPad 3 at an airport or on your flight. Due to their versatility these types of adapters can be used at home not just abroad so when you’re not travelling they can sit overnight charging multiple tablets and smartphones using only a single power outlet.

We recommend searching for this type of flexible travel charger online. The multipurpose power charger illustrated below is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested with multiple USB devices in numerous foreign countries around the world on a daily basis.

Alternative travel adapter for Guyana

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 3, however for visitors also wishing to use their domestic plugs the following power strips provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power converters offer surge protection which is necessary for travellers to counties with unreliable or unstable power grids. These power converters are supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering both Guyana 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 portable option for travellers originating from America going to Guyana.
  • 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 offers the same set of features as the BESTEK with one less AC outlet at almost half price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has 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 Guyana. [12] [AD]
What is the best power adapter for the iPad 3 in Guyana?

How to use a Type G power charger for charging your iPad 3 from a Guyanese power outlet

Using the USB 30 pin Apple cable and a Type G USB adapter to power the iPad 3 from a Guyanese power outlet.

  1. If you want to charge the iPad 3 from the Guyanese power outlet you will need to use a Type G USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5], normally already included with your iPad 3.
  2. Start by inserting the Type G USB power plug adapter into the power supply. You can identify the power supply by the three vertical holes with plastic shutters in a triangle pattern for live, neutral and ground pins.
  3. Plug in one end of the Apple cable into the bottom of the power 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. Switch on the Guyanese power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right hand corner of the tablet will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPad is recharging, typically taking roughly one to four hours to fully recharge to full capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type G power charger for charging your iPad 3 from a Guyanese power outlet

How to use a Type A power charger for recharging your iPad 3 from a Guyanese power outlet

A guide showing how to charge your iPad 3 from a Guyanese power outlet with a 30-pin Apple connector with a three pin Type A power adapter.

  1. In order to power your iPad 3 from a Guyanese power outlet you'll need to use a Type A USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] - Apple should normally supply this USB cable with the iPad 3.
  2. First insert the Type A USB power plug adapter in the power outlet. This ungrounded plug outlet, sometimes known as a Type A power outlet [6], is identified by the 2 thin slots adjacent to each other where the live and neutral plug outlet blades go.
  3. Plug in one end of the cord into the bottom of the USB power 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. Switch on the Guyanese power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right hand corner of your iPad will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPad is recharging, typically taking between one to four hours to completely recharge to full capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type A power charger for recharging your iPad 3 from a Guyanese power outlet

How to use a Type B power charger for charging your iPad 3 from a Guyanese power outlet

A guide showing how to recharge your iPad 3 with a Guyanese power outlet with the USB 30-pin Apple cable and a Type B USB adapter.

  1. In order to supply power to your iPad 3 from a Guyanese power outlet you'll need to buy a Type B USB power plug adapter [9] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] (typically already included with the iPad 3).
  2. Start by inserting the Type B USB power plug adapter into the Guyanese power outlet. The wall outlet (known as the Type B power outlet [8]) is recognised by two slots for live and neutral blades with a hole below for the slightly long earth pin.
  3. Then connect one end of the USB to Apple 30 pin cable into the USB mains adapter 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 Guyanese power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top right corner of your iPad 3 screen will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPad 3 is powering up taking roughly 1 to 4 hours to recharge to 100% capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type B power charger for charging your iPad 3 from a Guyanese power outlet

Powering the iPad 3 with a Guyanese power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type D USB adapter

Using the 30-pin Apple cable with a three pinned Type D power adapter to recharge your iPad 3 with a Guyanese power outlet.

  1. If you want to supply power to the iPad 3 using a Guyanese power outlet you'll need a Type D USB power plug adapter [11] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] (Apple should normally supply this USB cable with the iPad 3).
  2. Begin by taking the Type D USB power plug adapter and plugging it into the Guyanese power outlet. This power outlet (known as a Type D power outlet [10]) can be recognised by 3 circular holes forming a triangle shape for live, neutral and earth.
  3. Connect one end of the power cable into the mains power adapter and the other end into the dock connector on the iPad 3. The iPad 3 dock connector is found at the base of the iPad 3.
  4. Turn on the Guyanese power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that appears in the top right corner of the iPad screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the tablet is charging taking around 60 to 240 minutes to fully recharge. [AD]
Powering the iPad 3 with a Guyanese power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type D USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Guyanese entry 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 30 pin cable - This connects compatible iPhones, iPods and iPads to a USB port for charging, syncing and playing music.
  6. iec.ch - Type A power outlet
  7. Type A USB power plug adapter - With its two-blade, ungrounded design, the Type A USB power plug adapter offers a straightforward way to convert electrical outlets in countries like the United States and Canada into USB ports for easy device charging..
  8. iec.ch - Type B power outlet
  9. 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..
  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. 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..