Charging your Samsung Galaxy S4 from a power outlet in Liberia

Instructions showing how to charge your Samsung Galaxy S4 with a Liberian power outlet with micro USB Type B connector and a 3 pin Type B USB charger, charging a Samsung Galaxy S4 using a Type A power adapter and how to power a Samsung Galaxy S4 using a Type C Europlug power charger

Liberian power outlet

Complicated region codes and voltages can all be confusing when planning on staying in another country, especially if you've never been there before. This isn't as complicated as it appears, with only a handful of different types of sockets used throughout the world this guide tells you exactly what you'll need to pick up in advance to power your Samsung Galaxy S4 . If you're staying in Liberia this page has instructions showing you charging the Samsung Galaxy S4 using the Type B, A,C, E or F Liberian 240 volt 50Hz power outlets. If you are visiting Liberia from another country double check the Samsung Galaxy S4 can be used with a 240 volt supply. If it originated in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110v) make sure that the device is dual voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional power converter to stop the device from over-heating whilst powering it.

Please refer to the Samsung Galaxy S4 instruction manual [2] for further information on the operation of the mobile phone and visit the Galaxy page for more phones from the Samsung Galaxy range which will connect to the Liberian power outlet.

Charging a Samsung Galaxy S4 in Liberia

Can you use a Samsung Galaxy S4 in Liberia?

You can use a Samsung Galaxy S4 in Liberia.

What is the best travel charger for recharging a Samsung Galaxy S4 in Liberia?

If travelling to more than one country or bringing more than just your Samsung Galaxy S4 then the best travel adapter for Liberia is a multiple USB port adapter which includes swappable plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. Liberians use five different standards of wall outlets (types B, A,C, E and F) and bringing this ensures that you are covered for both types A and C.

Because these types of chargers come with interchangeable pins and can handle 100 to 240 volts will mean you can travel to multiple countries in Asia, North America, Europe and Africa simply by changing the included plugs over. If your Samsung Galaxy S4 can support Fast Charge (not all USB devices will) then you'll benefit from faster recharging times with one of these types of travel adapters along with support for more power demanding devices like tablets.

Having a four port adapter means you can recharge more than one device at once without needing to bring seperate travel adapters. Because you are only packing a single lightweight travel charger will also keep the size down, making it ideal to fold up and store in hand baggage while travelling as well as being convenient for recharging your Samsung Galaxy S4 at an airport or on the plane. Due to their space saving flexibility these types of travel chargers can be used when back at home as well as abroad so when you’re not on holiday they can be used under your bedside table charging multiple tablets, phones and e-readers with just a single wall outlet.

We suggest searching for this type of flexible travel charger online. The multipurpose power adapter illustrated here is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested for powering multiple USB devices in numerous different countries.

Alternative travel adapter for Liberia

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from around the world wanting to charge devices using USB, but for those also wanting to use their domestic plugs the following power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power adapters offer surge protection which is useful when visiting regions with unreliable or unstable power grids. These power adapters are supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering both Liberia 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 portable power adapter for travellers originating from America going to Liberia.
  • 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 and is a much cheaper alternative to the BESTEK with just one less AC outlet for 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 suitable for a majority of travellers from around the world visiting Liberia. [13] [AD]
What is the best travel charger for recharging a Samsung Galaxy S4 in Liberia?

Powering a Samsung Galaxy S4 with a Liberian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type A USB adapter

Using type B USB Micro cord with a three pinned Type A power adapter to power your Samsung Galaxy S4 with a Liberian power outlet.

  1. To power the Samsung Galaxy S4 using the Liberian power outlet you will need to buy a Type A USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Start by plugging the Type A USB power plug adapter into the Liberian power outlet. The wall supply (sometimes called the Type A power outlet [3]) is recognised by 2 adjacent slots next to each other for live and neutral pins.
  3. Then connect one end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the mains power adapter and the other end into the multipurpose jack on a Samsung Galaxy S4. You will find the multipurpose jack on the bottom of the phone situated below the Home button.
  4. Switch on the Liberian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which is found at the top corner of the Samsung Galaxy S4 screen will show a charging icon with to indicate that the device is charging.
  6. If you are using the phone while charging it may take longer to completely charge the battery. [AD]
Powering a Samsung Galaxy S4 with a Liberian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type A USB adapter

How to use a Type B power charger for recharging your Samsung Galaxy S4 from a Liberian power outlet

A guide showing how to recharge your Samsung Galaxy S4 with a Liberian power outlet using USB Micro type B cord with a 3 pin Type B power adapter.

  1. If you want to power a Samsung Galaxy S4 from a Liberian power outlet you will need to use a Type B USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Insert the Type B USB power plug adapter into the power supply. The wall outlet (sometimes called the Type B power outlet [6]) is recognised by 2 slots next to each other with a single hole below for the earthed pin.
  3. Plug in one end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the USB mains charger and the other end into the multipurpose jack on a Samsung Galaxy S4. You can find the USB jack on the bottom of the Samsung located underneath the Home button.
  4. Switch on the Liberian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which is found in the top corner of the Samsung Galaxy S4 display will show a charging icon with dots underneath to indicate that the device is charging.
  6. If you are using the Samsung Galaxy while charging it may take longer to completely recharge the battery. [AD]
How to use a Type B power charger for recharging your Samsung Galaxy S4 from a Liberian power outlet

How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your Samsung Galaxy S4 from a Liberian power outlet

A guide showing how to recharge your Samsung Galaxy S4 with a Liberian power outlet using USB Micro type B cord with a 3 pin Type C power adapter.

  1. In order to power your Samsung Galaxy S4 from a Liberian power outlet you'll need to buy a Type C USB power plug adapter [9] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Plug the Type C USB power plug adapter into the power outlet. This ungrounded plug supply (sometimes called the Type C power outlet [8] or Europlug) is identified by the 2 circular holes next to each other where the twin pins go.
  3. Plug in one end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the bottom of the USB power adapter and the other end into the multipurpose jack on a Samsung Galaxy S4. You can find the multipurpose jack on the base of the Samsung Galaxy located underneath the Home button.
  4. Turn on the Liberian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top corner of the Samsung Galaxy S4 display will show a charge icon with dots underneath to indicate that the device is charging.
  6. If you are using the Samsung Galaxy while charging it will take longer to fully recharge the battery. [AD]
How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your Samsung Galaxy S4 from a Liberian power outlet

Powering a Samsung Galaxy S4 with a Liberian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type E USB adapter

Using USB Micro type B cord with a 3 pin Type E power adapter to charge your Samsung Galaxy S4 with a Liberian power outlet.

  1. If you want to supply power to the Samsung Galaxy S4 using the Liberian power outlet you'll need a Type E USB power plug adapter [11] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Start by plugging the Type E USB power plug adapter into the Liberian power outlet. This sunken circular wall outlet (sometimes called the Type E power outlet [10] or CEE 7/7 plug) can be recognised by two 4.8mm adjacent holes where the live and neutral pins go and a long metal grounding pin protruding in the top in a triangular shape.
  3. Plug in one end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the USB mains charger and the other end into the multipurpose jack on a Samsung Galaxy S4. You can find the USB jack on the bottom of the Samsung Galaxy S4 found underneath the Home button.
  4. Switch on the Liberian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which is found in the top corner of the Samsung Galaxy S4 display will show a charging icon with to indicate that the device is charging.
  6. If you are using the Samsung while charging it may take longer to completely recharge the battery. [AD]
Powering a Samsung Galaxy S4 with a Liberian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type E USB adapter

Powering a Samsung Galaxy S4 with a Liberian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

Using micro USB Type B connector and a Type F Schuko power adapter to recharge your Samsung Galaxy S4 with a Liberian power outlet.

  1. To power the Samsung Galaxy S4 using the Liberian power outlet you will need to buy a Type F USB power plug adapter [11] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Start by plugging the Type F USB power plug adapter into the Liberian power outlet. This recessed round power outlet, also known as a Type F power outlet [12], can be identified by two round holes 19 mm adjacent to each other for live and neutral, plus two grounding clips at the top and bottom.
  3. Then connect one end of the type B USB micro cable into the mains power adapter and the other end into the multipurpose jack on a Samsung Galaxy S4. You will find the multipurpose jack on the bottom of the phone situated below the Home button.
  4. Switch on the Liberian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which is found at the top corner of the Samsung Galaxy S4 screen will show a charging icon with to indicate that the device is charging.
  6. If you are using the phone while charging it may take longer to completely charge the battery. [AD]
Powering a Samsung Galaxy S4 with a Liberian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Liberia entry on wikipedia
  2. Samsung - Samsung Galaxy S4 instruction manual
  3. iec.ch - Type A power outlet
  4. Type A USB power plug adapter - With its two-blade, ungrounded design, the Type A USB power plug adapter offers a straightforward way to convert electrical outlets in countries like the United States and Canada into USB ports for easy device charging..
  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 B power outlet
  7. Type B USB power plug adapter - A Type B USB power plug adapter conforms to the NEMA 5-15 specifications, featuring 2 parallel flat blades and an extended grounding pin. Rated at 15A and 125 volts, suitable for use in the United States and Canada for converting domestic outlets to USB..
  8. iec.ch - Type C power outlet
  9. 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..
  10. iec.ch - Type E power outlet
  11. 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..
  12. iec.ch - Type F power outlet
  13. 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..