How to charge the iPad Mini 4 when visiting Uzbekistan

Instructions on how to charge the iPad Mini 4 from an Uzbekistani power outlet using a USB Lightning Apple connector with a Type C Europlug USB charger and powering the iPad Mini 4 using a three pin Type I USB plug.

Uzbekistani power outlet

Varying different region codes and plugs can often lead to confusion when planning on staying in a different country, especially if you've never visited before. With only a handful of different types of plug sockets being used in the world this guide tells you exactly what to purchase in advance to charge the iPad Mini 4 . If visiting Uzbekistan this page contains useful instructions showing you how to supply power to your iPad Mini 4 by using the Type I or C Uzbekistani 220 volt 50Hz plug outlets. Most power sockets will change regionally therefore please read our Wiki Connections travel power connections page where you'll find a full list showing powering devices in different countries. When you are visiting Uzbekistan from another region please check that your iPad Mini 4 can accept a 240 volt supply. If it came from a country which uses a lower voltage such as 110 volts check that your iPad Mini 4 is dual voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional voltage converter to prevent the device from overheating when charging it. These instructions assume you are running Apple iOS 9 or greater on the iPad Mini 4.

Charging the iPad Mini 4 in Uzbekistan

Can the iPad Mini 4 be used in Uzbekistan?

Yes, you can use the iPad Mini 4 in Uzbekistan.

What is the best travel adapter for the iPad Mini 4 in Uzbekistan?

If you are travelling to multiple countries and bringing more than just your iPad Mini 4 the best international travel charger for Uzbekistan is a multiple USB port adapter which includes swappable plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. Uzbekistanis use two different standards of power outlets (I and C) and using a power adapter like this ensures that you are covered for type C.

As these chargers are supplied with interchangeable plugs and can handle 100 to 240 volts it makes them ideal for multiple countries in North America, Europe, Asia and Africa simply by switching the supplied heads. If your type of iPad Mini 4 can support Fast Charge then you'll benefit from faster recharging times with one of these USB travel chargers along with additional support for certain power hungry devices like tablets. Having a 4 port adapter will also allow you to power multiple devices at the same time without needing to buy seperate power adapters on your Uzbekistani trip or occupying additional wall sockets. Only needing a single lightweight travel charger will keep the overall weight and size down, making it perfect to fold up and store in hand luggage. Because of their space saving flexibility these types of travel chargers can be used when you return home not just abroad so when you’re not travelling they can be used under your bedside table charging multiple tablets, smartphones and speakers without using up an additional power outlet.

For those travelling regularly we suggest buying an adaptable travel adapter like this online. The multipurpose travel charger illustrated is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been tested successfully with multiple USB devices in numerous different 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 who only have USB devices such as the iPad Mini 4, however for visitors also wanting to use their domestic plugs the following power adapters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power strips offer surge protection which can be necessary for travellers to regions with unreliable or unstable power supplies to prevent damage to any connected devices. These power converters are supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover Europe, 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 North America going to Uzbekistan using type B US plug sockets.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Also having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the Orico is also aimed at travellers originating from the US using type B plugs. This is a much cheaper alternative to the BESTEK with 1 less AC outlet at almost half price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has just 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 the iPad Mini 4 in Uzbekistan?

How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your iPad Mini 4 from an Uzbekistani power outlet

Instructions on how to charge the iPad Mini 4 from an Uzbekistani power outlet using a USB Lightning Apple connector with a Type C Europlug USB charger.

  1. To charge the iPad Mini 4 using an Uzbekistani power outlet you'll need to use a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (the USB cable is usually included with the iPad Mini 4).
  2. Begin by plugging the Type C USB power plug adapter in the power outlet. You can recognise this wall outlet by the 2 round holes adjacent to each other where the two plug outlet pins go.
  3. Connect the USB end of the Apple USB cable into the mains USB charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad Mini 4. The iPad Mini 4 lightning connector is found at the base of the iPad Mini 4.
  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 tablet is powering up taking between 60-300 minutes to fully recharge. [AD]
How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your iPad Mini 4 from an Uzbekistani power outlet

Powering the iPad Mini 4 with an Uzbekistani power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type I USB adapter

Using a USB Lightning cable and a three pinned Type I power charger to charge the iPad Mini 4 from an Uzbekistani power outlet.

  1. To supply power to the iPad Mini 4 from an Uzbekistani power outlet you will need to use a Type I USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (Apple normally supply this USB cable when you purchase your iPad Mini 4).
  2. Plug the Type I USB power plug adapter in the power supply. This plug outlet, sometimes called the Type I power outlet [6], can be recognised by 3 slots forming a triangle shape with a single vertical pin at the bottom and the top two slots sloping upward for the live, neutral and ground.
  3. Connect the USB end of the Apple USB cable into the mains USB charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad Mini 4. The iPad Mini 4 lightning connector is found at the base of the iPad Mini 4.
  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 typically takes between 60-300 minutes to completely recharge. [AD]
Powering the iPad Mini 4 with an Uzbekistani power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type I USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Wikipedia.org entry about Uzbekistan
  2. Apple - iPad Mini 4 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 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 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..