Charging a Kindle Fire when staying in Monaco

Instructions showing how to recharge your Kindle Fire with a Monacan power outlet with Type B Micro USB cable with a three pinned Type E power charger, powering a Kindle Fire using a double pinned Type C power adapter and how to charge a Kindle Fire using a Type D USB adapter

Monacan power outlet

Varying different standards and voltages can often be daunting when planning to travel to another country if you've never been there before. This page is a step by step guide demonstrating how to charge your Kindle Fire in Monaco using the standard D, C, E or F type 230 volt 50Hz wall outlets, you'll find most Monacans typically use Type D wall outlets. If visiting Monaco from a different country please ensure that your Kindle Fire can be used with a 240 volt supply. If it originated in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 120 volts check your Kindle Fire is dual-voltage (indicated by 100-240 volts) otherwise you may need to use an additional voltage converter to stop the device from over-heating during charging.

These instructions show how to connect the Monacan power outlet to your Kindle Fire. These recommendations assume that you have installed the most recent version of Fire OS for the Kindle, if not please visit Amazon for the most recent Kindle Fire update to ensure you have the most up to date fixes for your Kindle. For further information go to the Amazon website for the Kindle Fire device support [2] .

Charging a Kindle Fire in Monaco

Can the Kindle Fire be used in Monaco?

Yes, you can use a Kindle Fire in Monaco.

What is the best power adapter for a Kindle Fire in Monaco?

If you are travelling with more than just your Kindle Fire and visiting multiple countries then the best travel adapter for Monaco is a multiple USB adapter which includes compatible plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. There are four different standards of plug sockets in Monaco (D, C, E and F) and using a travel adapter like this ensures that you are covered for type C.

As these chargers come with interchangeable plugs and handle 100 volts to 240 volts will mean you can travel to over 100 countries around the world just by switching the heads over. If your type of Kindle Fire can support Fast Charge then you'll benefit from much faster charging times with one of these types of power adapters, plus additional compatibility with certain power demanding devices like tablets.

Unlike other adapters having a 4 port charger means you can charge more than one device at once without needing to pack multiple travel chargers or occupying additional wall sockets. By only needing a single lightweight travel charger will also keep the overall weight down, making it ideal to store in hand baggage. Because of their space saving flexibility these types of travel chargers can be used when back at home not just abroad so when you’re not on holiday they can sit under your bedside table charging multiple tablets and phones and using only a single power outlet.

For those travelling on a regular basis we suggest buying this type of versatile power charger at an electronics retailer, the travel adapter illustrated is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested with multiple USB devices in numerous foreign countries around the world with perfect reliably.

Alternative travel adapter for Monaco

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country who only have USB devices such as the Kindle Fire, but for those also wishing to use their domestic plugs these power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power converters offer surge protection which is necessary for visitors of regions with unreliable power supplies to prevent damage to any connected devices. These power converters come supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering both Monaco 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 power adapter for travellers originating from America going to Monaco using type B American 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 from America using type B plugs. This gives practically the same set of features as the BESTEK with only one less AC outlet at almost half the 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 Monaco. [11] [AD]
What is the best power adapter for a Kindle Fire in Monaco?

How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your Kindle Fire from a Monacan power outlet

Using micro USB Type B cord and a Europlug Type C USB charger to recharge a Kindle Fire from a Monacan power outlet.

  1. If you want to charge your Kindle Fire using the Monacan power outlet you'll need a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Start the process by taking the Type C USB power plug adapter and inserting it into the Monacan power outlet. You can recognise the wall outlet by the 2 circular holes next to each other where the live and neutral plug outlet pins sit.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the mains USB charger and the other end into the USB charging port on a Kindle Fire.
  4. Switch on the Monacan power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which is found at the top corner of the Kindle will display a charge icon to indicate that your device is charging.
  6. It will take between 4 hours to 12 hours to completely recharge to 100 percent capacity however this is likely to be longer depending on the type of Kindle tablet you are charging, the strength of the power and if you are using the Kindle whilst recharging. Please read the Kindle Fire device support [2] for more details on the charging process. [AD]
How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your Kindle Fire from a Monacan power outlet

How to use a Type D power charger for charging your Kindle Fire from a Monacan power outlet

Instructions on how to charge your Kindle Fire from a Monacan power outlet with Type B Micro USB connector with a three pin Type D power charger.

  1. To charge the Kindle Fire using a Monacan power outlet you'll need to buy a Type D USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Begin the process by taking the Type D USB power plug adapter and plugging it into the Monacan power outlet. You can recognise the wall outlet by the 3 round holes forming a triangle shape.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the USB charger and the other end into the USB charging port on a Kindle Fire.
  4. Switch on the Monacan power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which is found at the top corner of the Fire will show a charging icon to indicate that your tablet is charging.
  6. It will take between roughly 4 hours to 12 hours to completely recharge to 100 percent capacity however this is likely to take longer depending on the type of Kindle tablet you are using, the charger strength and if you are using the device during the recharging cycle. For further information on charging please read the Kindle Fire device support [2] for more details on the charging process. [AD]
How to use a Type D power charger for charging your Kindle Fire from a Monacan power outlet

Powering a Kindle Fire with a Monacan power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type E USB adapter

Instructions showing how to recharge your Kindle Fire with a Monacan power outlet with Type B Micro USB cable with a three pinned Type E power charger.

  1. To power the Kindle Fire using a Monacan power outlet you'll need to buy a Type E USB power plug adapter [9] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Begin the process by inserting the Type E USB power plug adapter into the power outlet. The sunken round power outlet can be recognised by the two large adjacent holes for live and neutral pins plus a single metal grounding pin protruding in the top forming a triangle shape.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the USB power adapter and the other end into the USB charging port on a Kindle Fire.
  4. Switch on the Monacan power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which is found at the top corner of the Kindle will display a charge icon to indicate that your device is charging.
  6. It will take between 4 hours to 12 hours to completely recharge to 100 percent capacity however this is likely to be longer depending on the type of Kindle Fire you are charging, the strength of the power and if you are using the Kindle whilst recharging. Please read the Kindle Fire device support [2] for more details on the charging process. [AD]
Powering a Kindle Fire with a Monacan power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type E USB adapter

Powering a Kindle Fire with a Monacan power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

Instructions showing how to power a Kindle Fire with a Monacan power outlet with USB Type B connector and a Type F USB adapter.

  1. If you want to supply power to the Kindle Fire from a Monacan power outlet you will need to use a Type F USB power plug adapter [9] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Firstly plug the Type F USB power plug adapter in the power supply. You can identify this plug outlet by two large round holes 19 mm apart from each other for live and neutral pins and two grounding clips above and below.
  3. Plug in one end of the USB Type B connector into the bottom of the USB mains charger and the other end into the USB charging port on a Kindle Fire.
  4. Turn on the Monacan power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top corner of the Kindle Fire display will display a charging icon which indicates that the device is charging.
  6. It takes between around 4 hours to 12 hours to fully charge, but this may be longer depending on the model of Kindle you have, the strength of the power source and if you are using the device during charging. Please read the Kindle Fire device support [2] for more details on battery times and the charging procedure. [AD]
Powering a Kindle Fire with a Monacan power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Monacan country Wiki page
  2. Amazon - Kindle Fire device support
  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 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable - Used to connect USB devices which have a USB Mini-B port to computers, power supplies and other devices.
  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. iec.ch - Type E power outlet
  9. 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..
  10. iec.ch - Type F power outlet
  11. 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..