Charging your Kindle Fire from a power outlet in Czech Republic

Instructions showing how to charge your Kindle Fire with a Czech power outlet with Type B Micro USB cable and a Type C Europlug USB charger and how to power a Kindle Fire using a Type E USB plug.

Czech power outlet

Varying different voltages and plugs can often lead to confusion when planning to travel to another country if you've never been there before. However this isn't as complex as it appears, with only a handful of different types of common standards being used throughout the world this guide tells you exactly what you'll need to buy in advance to charge your Kindle Fire . This guide was specifically written to prepare visitors wanting to charge the Kindle Fire when they're staying in Czech Republic.These step by step instructions will show exactly what you'll need to power your Kindle Fire when you're in Czech Republic using the Type E or C Czech 230 volt 50Hz power outlets, you'll discover a majority of Czechs use the Type E wall outlets. If visiting Czech Republic from a different country please double check your Kindle Fire can be charged using a 240v supply. If the Kindle Fire was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 110 volts check that your Kindle Fire is dual-voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) otherwise you may need to use an additional transformer to prevent the device from overloading when powering up.

The following guide shows you how to connect the Czech power outlet to your Kindle. These recommendations assume you have installed the most recent version of the Fire operating system for the Kindle, however if you don't we recommend installing the most recent Kindle Fire firmware update which makes sure you have all the latest features for your Kindle. Go to the Amazon support site for the Kindle Fire device support [2] for further information.

Charging a Kindle Fire in Czech Republic

Can the Kindle Fire be used in Czech Republic?

Yes, you can connect a Kindle Fire to a Czech power outlet by using the correct power adaptor.

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

If you are travelling with more than your Kindle Fire then the best travel charger for Czech Republic is a multiple USB port charger which includes compatible plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. Czechs use two different standards of plug sockets (types E and C) and bringing this ensures that you are covered for type C.

Because these chargers come with interchangeable pins and can handle from 100 to 240 volts it makes them ideal for over 100 countries in Asia, North America, Europe and Africa just by switching the supplied heads. If your Kindle Fire supports Fast Charge then you'll benefit from much quicker charging times by using one of these USB travel chargers, and compatibility with certain power hungry devices like tablets. Unlike other travel adapters having a four port adapter means you can recharge multiple devices simultaneously without needing to bring seperate travel adapters or occupying additional wall outlets. Because you are only bringing a single international travel charger will keep the overall weight down, making it ideal to store in hand luggage. Because of their versatility these types of power adapters can be used at home so when you’re not travelling they can be used under your bedside table charging multiple smartphones, tablets and speakers using just a single power outlet.

We recommend searching for this type of flexible travel adapter 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 on a daily basis.

Alternative travel adapter for Czech Republic

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 Kindle Fire, however for visitors also wishing to use their domestic plugs these power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power strips offer surge protection which can be useful for travellers to counties with unreliable power grids to prevent damage to any connected appliances. These power converters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering Continental Europe, America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China and over 150 destinations:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK travel converter has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the most popular portable power adapter for travellers originating from America going to Czech Republic.
  • 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 originating from America using type B plugs. This 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 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 ideal for most travellers from around the world visiting Czech Republic. [8] [AD]
What is the best power adapter for a Kindle Fire in Czech Republic?

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

Using USB micro type B cord and a 3 pin Europlug Type C power adapter to recharge your Kindle Fire with a Czech power outlet.

  1. In order to supply power to your Kindle Fire from a Czech power outlet you'll need to buy a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Begin the process by taking the Type C USB power plug adapter and inserting it in the wall supply. You can identify the wall outlet by the two round holes next to each other.
  3. Plug in one end of the USB Micro type B connector into the bottom of the power adapter and the other end into the USB charging port on a Kindle Fire.
  4. Switch on the Czech power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears at the top corner of the Kindle Fire display will show a lightning bolt icon to indicate that your tablet is charging.
  6. It will take between 4 hours to 12 hours to fully recharge, however this may take longer depending on the type of Kindle tablet you are charging, the strength of the power and if you are using the device during the recharging process. Please read the Kindle Fire device support [2] for more details on battery times. [AD]
How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your Kindle Fire from a Czech power outlet

How to use a Type E power charger for charging your Kindle Fire from a Czech power outlet

Instructions on how to recharge a Kindle Fire from a Czech power outlet by using Micro USB type B cord with a three pin Type E power adapter.

  1. If you want to charge a Kindle Fire from the Czech power outlet you will need to use a Type E USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Begin by taking the Type E USB power plug adapter and plugging it into the Czech power outlet. You can identify the power supply by the two 4.8mm round holes 19mm apart from each other with a single metal grounding pin protruding the top forming a triangular configuration.
  3. Connect one end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the USB mains adapter and the other end into the USB charging port on a Kindle Fire.
  4. Turn on the Czech power outlet.
  5. The battery symbol which appears in the top corner of the tablet screen will show a charge icon which indicates that your device is charging.
  6. It takes between around 4 hours to 12 hours to fully charge to full capacity however this is likely to be longer depending on the model of Kindle you have, the charger strength and if you are using the tablet whilst recharging. For more information please read the Kindle Fire device support [2] for more details on the recharging procedure. [AD]
How to use a Type E power charger for charging your Kindle Fire from a Czech power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Czech entry on Wikipedia.org
  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 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. 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..