Charging the iPad Mini 2 when planning a trip to Dominica

Using a Lightning connector with a Type G USB charger to charge your iPad Mini 2 with a Dominicand power outlet and how to power the iPad Mini 2 using a 3 pin Type D power charger.

Dominicand power outlet

If planning a vacation it is helpful to know in advance if you'll be able to power all your vital devices like cell phones or tablets that you'll be bringing along with you. By not knowing which plug socket is being used you are more likely to bring the wrong adaptor, therefore needing to buy or borrow a suitable power adaptor when you're there that might be incompatible and cause damage to your iPad Mini 2. Various combinations of region codes and voltages can all lead to confusion when planning to travel to a new country especially to the first time traveller. When you are planning a holiday to Dominica this page contains useful instructions showing charging the iPad Mini 2 by using their standard Type G or D Dominicand 230 volt 50Hz plug outlets, most Dominicansd typically use Type G plugs in their wall outlets. If you are visiting Dominica from another region make sure your iPad Mini 2 can accept a 240 volt supply. If your iPad Mini 2 was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 120 volts double check the device is dual voltage (indicated by 100-240 volts) otherwise you may need to use an additional transformer to prevent the device from overheating during charging. These instructions assume you are running Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPad Mini 2.

Charging the iPad Mini 2 in Dominica

Can you use the iPad Mini 2 in Dominica?

You can use the iPad Mini 2 in Dominica by using a power adaptor.

What is the best travel adapter for the iPad Mini 2 in Dominica?

When travelling to multiple countries and bringing along more than your iPad Mini 2 then the best travel charger for Dominica to buy is a multiple USB adapter which includes swappable plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. There are two types of wall outlets that Dominicansd use (G and D) and bringing this ensures that you are covered for type G.

Because these types of chargers are supplied with interchangeable plugs and handle from 100 to 240 volts will mean you can travel to multiple countries in Europe, Asia, North America and Africa simply by changing the included heads. If your iPad Mini 2 can support Fast Charge then you'll benefit from much quicker recharging times with one of these types of travel chargers, and compatibility with certain power hungry devices.

This means you can recharge multiple devices simultaneously without needing to buy individual power chargers. By only bringing a single international travel charger will also keep the size and weight down, making it perfect to store in hand luggage while travelling. Because of their versatility these types of chargers can be used when back at home so when you’re not travelling they can sit overnight charging multiple smartphones, tablets and e-readers without using up an additional plug socket.

We recommend buying an adaptable travel charger like this online - the travel charger illustrated below is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested for powering multiple USB devices in numerous countries around the world on a daily basis.

Alternative travel adapter for Dominica

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from around the world wanting to charge devices using USB, however for visitors also wishing to use their domestic plugs the following power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power converters offer surge protection which can be crucial when visiting regions with unreliable or unstable power grids to prevent damage to any connected appliances. These travel adapters are supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering Continental Europe, America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China 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 compact option for travellers originating from America going to Dominica using 3 pin type B plug sockets.
  • 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 originating from America using type B plugs and is a cheaper alternative to the BESTEK with only 1 less AC outlet for almost half the price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has just 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 perfect for most travellers from around the world visiting Dominica. [8] [AD]
What is the best travel adapter for the iPad Mini 2 in Dominica?

Charging the iPad Mini 2 from a Dominicand power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type G USB adapter

Using a Lightning connector with a Type G USB charger to charge your iPad Mini 2 with a Dominicand power outlet.

  1. If you want to power your iPad Mini 2 using the Dominicand power outlet you will need to use a Type G USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] - this USB cable is normally already included with the device by Apple.
  2. Begin the process by plugging the Type G USB power plug adapter into the Dominicand power outlet. This power outlet (technically called the Type G power outlet [3]) can be recognised by 3 vertical holes containing plastic shutters in a triangular shape for live, neutral and earth.
  3. Plug in one end of the USB Lightning cable into the bottom of the USB mains adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad Mini 2. The iPad Mini 2 lightning connector is found at the base of the iPad Mini 2.
  4. Turn on the Dominicand power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right hand corner of your iPad Mini 2 screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the tablet is recharging, typically taking between one-four hours to completely recharge to full capacity. [AD]
Charging the iPad Mini 2 from a Dominicand power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type G USB adapter

How to use a Type D power charger for charging your iPad Mini 2 from a Dominicand power outlet

Using a Lightning connector with a Type D USB charger to charge your iPad Mini 2 with a Dominicand power outlet.

  1. If you want to power your iPad Mini 2 from a Dominicand power outlet you'll need a Type D USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (Apple usually include this USB cable when you buy the iPad Mini 2).
  2. Start by taking the Type D USB power plug adapter and plugging it in the wall supply. You can recognise this plug supply by the three holes forming a triangle shape for live, neutral and ground.
  3. Connect one end of the USB Lightning cable into the bottom of the USB charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad Mini 2. The iPad Mini 2 lightning connector is found at the bottom of the iPad Mini 2.
  4. Turn on the Dominicand power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right hand corner of your iPad Mini 2 screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the tablet is recharging, typically taking between 60 to 240 minutes to fully recharge to full capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type D power charger for charging your iPad Mini 2 from a Dominicand power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Dominicand country page 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 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 D power outlet
  7. 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..
  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..