How to charge your Jabra Solemate from a power outlet in East Timor

Using type B USB Micro cord and a three pin Type E USB adapter to recharge your Jabra Solemate from an East Timor power outlet, how to recharge the Jabra Solemate using a two pinned Type C Europlug USB charger and how to recharge the Jabra Solemate using a double pinned Type F Schuko USB charger

East Timor power outlet

Varying different combinations of voltages and sockets can all be daunting when planning to visit a different country especially for the first time traveller. With only a handful of different types of common standards used throughout the world this article tells you exactly what you'll need in advance to power your Jabra Solemate in East Timor. This page has instructions showing you exactly how to charge your Jabra Solemate when you're travelling to East Timor using their E, C, F or I type East Timor 220 volt 50Hz wall outlets. When you are visiting East Timor from a different country please ensure the Jabra Solemate can be charged using a 240 volt supply. If it was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 120v make sure the Jabra Solemate is dual voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional transformer to stop the device from overloading whilst powering it.

Ensure you have download version 1.34 or greater of the latest Jabra Solemate firmware from the official Jabra Solemate support site [2]. After you have set up the speaker you can turn off the default 'Solemate is connected' announcements by holding down the Volume down button when turning on the Jabra Solemate until you hear 'Sound prompts off'.

Charging the Jabra Solemate in East Timor

Can you use the Jabra Solemate in East Timor?

Yes, you can use the Jabra Solemate in East Timor by using the correct power convertor.

What is the best travel charger for the Jabra Solemate in East Timor?

If travelling with more than just your Jabra Solemate or visiting multiple countries then the best international travel charger for East Timor is a multiple USB charger which includes compatible plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. East Timorese use four different types of plug sockets (types E, C, F and I) and bringing this ensures that you are covered for type C. Because these chargers come with interchangeable plugs and can handle from 100 volts - 240 volts it makes them ideal for multiple countries in Europe, Asia, North America and Africa just by changing the included plugs. If your Jabra Solemate supports Fast Charge then you'll benefit from quicker recharging times by using one of these types of USB travel chargers plus compatibility with more power hungry devices like tablets. This means you can power more than one device at the same time without needing to bring multiple travel chargers for your East Timor trip. Because you are only packing a single international USB travel charger will also keep the overall size down, making it perfect to store in hand luggage whilst travelling and convenient for charging your Jabra Solemate at an airport or on a plane. Because of their space saving flexibility these types of adapters can be used when back at home not just abroad so when you’re not travelling they can sit overnight charging multiple phones and tablets with only a single wall outlet.

We suggest buying a versatile travel adapter like this at an electronics retailer - the multipurpose travel adapter illustrated is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested for powering multiple USB devices in numerous foreign countries around the world with good reliably.

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 Jabra Solemate, however for those also wishing to use their domestic plugs these power strips provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power strips offer surge protection which can be necessary when visiting counties with unreliable power grids. These power adapters come supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering both East Timor 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 most popular compact power converter for travellers originating from America visiting East Timor using 3 pinned type B US plug sockets.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Likewise 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 only 1 less AC outlet at 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 perfect for a wide range of travellers from around the world visiting East Timor. [9] [AD]
What is the best travel charger for the Jabra Solemate in East Timor?

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

Using type B Micro USB cord and a three pin Type C Europlug USB adapter to recharge your Jabra Solemate from an East Timor power outlet.

  1. To supply power to your Jabra Solemate from the East Timor 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. Insert the Type C USB power plug adapter in the East Timor power outlet. You can identify the plug outlet by the 2 holes next to each other where the live and neutral plug outlet pins go.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the bottom of the USB power charger and the other end into the USB charging port on the Jabra Solemate. The USB charging port is located to the right of the speaker below the line in port.
  4. Turn on the East Timor power outlet.
  5. The battery indicator on the Jabra Solemate will glow red when low, yellow when half full and green when fully charged. Typically the battery will take 2.5 hours to completely charge although this may take longer if you use the Jabra Solemate whilst charging. [AD]
How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your Jabra Solemate from an East Timor power outlet

How to use a Type E power charger for charging your Jabra Solemate from an East Timor power outlet

Using Micro USB type B connector and a three pin Type E USB adapter to charge the Jabra Solemate from an East Timor power outlet.

  1. If you want to charge the Jabra Solemate from an East Timor power outlet you will need a Type E USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Start the process by inserting the Type E USB power plug adapter in the East Timor power outlet. You can identify the plug outlet by the two holes 19mm apart from each other where the live and neutral plug outlet pins go along with one metal earth pin protruding from the top forming a triangle configuration.
  3. Plug in the USB end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the bottom of the power charger and the other end into the USB charging port on the Jabra Solemate. The USB charging port can be located to the right of the speaker below the line in port.
  4. Switch on the East Timor power outlet.
  5. The battery indicator on the Jabra Solemate will glow red when low, yellow when half full and green when fully charged. Typically the battery will take 2.5 hours to completely charge although this may take longer if you use the Jabra Solemate during the charging process. [AD]
How to use a Type E power charger for charging your Jabra Solemate from an East Timor power outlet

Powering the Jabra Solemate with an East Timor power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

Using Micro USB type B connector and a three pin Type F Schuko USB adapter to recharge your Jabra Solemate from an East Timor power outlet.

  1. In order to charge your Jabra Solemate using an East Timor power outlet you will need a Type F USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Start the process by taking the Type F USB power plug adapter and plugging it in the East Timor power outlet. You can recognise the plug outlet by two holes 19 mm next to each other along with grounding clips above and below.
  3. Then connect one end of the Type B USB cord into the bottom of the USB power charger and the other end into the USB charging port on the Jabra Solemate. The USB charging port can be found on the right of the speaker below the line in port.
  4. Turn on the East Timor power outlet.
  5. The battery indicator on the Jabra Solemate will glow red when low, yellow when half full and green when fully charged. Typically the battery will take 2.5 hours to completely charge although this may take longer if you use the Jabra Solemate whilst charging. [AD]
Powering the Jabra Solemate with an East Timor power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Wikipedia web page about East Timor
  2. Jabra - official Jabra Solemate support site
  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. 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..