How to charge your iPad 2 from a power outlet in East Timor

Using a USB 30-pin Apple connector and a two pinned Type E USB adapter to power your iPad 2 from an East Timor power outlet, powering the iPad 2 using a 2 pinned Type C power plug and powering the iPad 2 using a 2 pinned Type F power plug

East Timor power outlet

Different combinations of standards and sockets can all be daunting when planning to travel to a different country especially for the first time traveller. This page is a guide showing you what you'll need to charge the iPad 2 when staying in East Timor by using the E, C, F or I type 220 volt 50Hz plug outlets. Power supplies will vary from region to region so we recommend reading our Wiki Connections travel power connections page for a complete list of powering devices in different regions and countries. If you are travelling to East Timor from a different country check that the iPad 2 can be charged using a 240 volt supply. If it was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110v) make sure the iPad 2 is dual voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional transformer to avoid the device from being damaged during charging. These instructions assume that you have installed Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPad 2.

Charging the iPad 2 in East Timor

Can the iPad 2 be used in East Timor?

You can connect the iPad 2 to an East Timor power outlet.

What is the best travel adapter for the iPad 2 in East Timor?

If travelling with more than your iPad 2 or visiting multiple countries then the best international travel charger for East Timor is a multiple USB adapter which includes compatible plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. There are four different types of plug sockets that East Timorese use (types E, C, F and I) and using a travel charger like this ensures that you are covered for type C.

As these types of chargers come with interchangeable pins and handle 100 volts to 240 volts will mean that you can travel to multiple countries around the world simply by changing the supplied heads over. If your iPad 2 is compatible with Fast Charge then you'll benefit from quicker charging times by using one of these types of USB travel chargers plus additional compatibility with more power hungry devices. Having a 4 port charger will also allow you to recharge more than one device simultaneously without needing to pack seperate power adapters or using up additional wall outlets. By only bringing a single travel charger will also keep the overall size and weight down, making it perfect to store in hand baggage whilst travelling and convenient for charging your iPad 2 at an airport or on a plane. Because of their flexibility these types of adapters can be used back at home as well as abroad so when you’re not travelling they can be used overnight charging multiple tablets, phones and speakers without needing an additional plug socket.

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

Alternative travel adapter for East Timor

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 2, however for visitors also wanting to use their domestic plugs these power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power adapters offer surge protection which can be useful for travellers to regions with unstable power supplies to prevent damage to any connected appliances from voltage spikes. These travel converters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover Continental Europe, North America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China and over 150 countries around the world:

  • 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 option for travellers originating from America visiting East Timor using type B US 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 America using type B plugs. This is a more cost effective alternative to the BESTEK with just 1 less AC outlet at almost half the price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has just 2 AC outlets but offers a 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 suitable for a wide range of travellers from around the world visiting East Timor. [9] [AD]
What is the best travel adapter for the iPad 2 in East Timor?

How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your iPad 2 from an East Timor power outlet

Using a 30 pin cable and a Type C USB adapter to charge your iPad 2 from an East Timor power outlet.

  1. If you want to power the iPad 2 from the East Timor power outlet you will need a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] (the USB cable is usually already included with your device).
  2. Firstly you'll need to plug in the Type C USB power plug adapter into the East Timor power outlet. You can recognise the power supply by two circular adjacent holes next to each other.
  3. Then connect one end of the cable into the power adapter and the other end into the dock connector on the iPad 2. The iPad 2 dock connector is found at the base of the iPad 2.
  4. Switch on the East Timor power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right corner of your iPad will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPad is charging, typically taking around 60-240 minutes to completely recharge to 100% capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your iPad 2 from an East Timor power outlet

How to use a Type E power charger for recharging your iPad 2 from an East Timor power outlet

Using a USB 30-pin Apple connector and a two pinned Type E USB adapter to power your iPad 2 from an East Timor power outlet.

  1. To supply power to your iPad 2 from the East Timor power outlet you'll need to buy a Type E USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5], Apple will normally include the cable when you first purchase your iPad 2.
  2. Start the process by plugging the Type E USB power plug adapter in the wall outlet. You can identify the plug outlet by the two adjacent holes where the twin plug outlet pins go and a long metal grounding pin protruding in the top forming a triangular pattern.
  3. Then connect one end of the Apple 30 pin cord into the USB mains charger and the other end into the dock connector on the iPad 2. The iPad 2 dock connector is found at the base of the iPad 2.
  4. Turn on the East Timor power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which you'll find in the top right corner of the iPad 2 will display a charge icon to indicate that the tablet is powering up which takes roughly one-four hours to fully recharge to 100% capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type E power charger for recharging your iPad 2 from an East Timor power outlet

Charging the iPad 2 from an East Timor power outlet by using a two pinned Schuko Type F USB adapter

Using a 30 pin cable and a Type F USB adapter to charge the iPad 2 from an East Timor power outlet.

  1. In order to charge your iPad 2 using an East Timor power outlet you will need to buy a Type F USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5] (this cable is typically included with your iPad 2 by Apple).
  2. Insert the Type F USB power plug adapter in the East Timor power outlet. You can recognise the wall supply by two large circular holes 19 mm adjacent to each other where the two pins slide into, plus a pair of two grounding clips on the top and bottom.
  3. Connect one end of the USB to Apple 30 pin cable into the power adapter and the other end into the dock connector on the iPad 2. The iPad 2 dock connector is found at the base of the iPad 2.
  4. Switch on the East Timor power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right corner of your iPad will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPad 2 is charging, typically taking around 60-240 minutes to completely recharge to 100% capacity. [AD]
Charging the iPad 2 from an East Timor power outlet by using a two pinned Schuko Type F USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - East Timor Wikipedia 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 E power outlet
  7. Type E USB power plug adapter - Meeting CEE 7/5 and CEE 7/6 standards, the Type E USB power plug adapter uses the Schuko standard with two round pins and an earthing hole. It adapts European outlets such as Germany to USB-standard ports for USB device charging..
  8. iec.ch - Type F power outlet
  9. 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..