How to charge your Jabra Solemate Mini from a power outlet in Saudi Arabia

Instructions showing how to charge your Jabra Solemate Mini from a Saudi Arabian power outlet with USB Micro Type B connector and a three pin Type G USB adapter, how to charge the Jabra Solemate Mini using a double pin Type A USB adapter and how to recharge the Jabra Solemate Mini using a 3 pinned Type B USB charger

Saudi Arabian power outlet

Complicated standards and plugs can often be daunting when planning on staying in another country to the first time traveller. With only a handful of different types of common standards used in the world this article tells you exactly what you'll need in advance to power your Jabra Solemate Mini in Saudi Arabia. These instructions were specifically written to help prepare visitors wanting to power the Jabra Solemate Mini abroad.When you're travelling to Saudi Arabia this page contains instructions showing how to supply power to your Jabra Solemate Mini using the standard types G, A, B or D Saudi Arabian 220 volt 60Hz power outlets, you will find a majority of Saudis will normally use Type G sockets in their plug outlets. When you are visiting Saudi Arabia from a different region please ensure that the Jabra Solemate Mini can accept a 240v supply. If it came from a country which uses a lower voltage such as 110 volts ensure that the device is dual-voltage (indicated by 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional voltage converter to prevent the device from being damaged whilst powering it up.

Ensure you have version 1.14 or greater of the Jabra Solemate Mini firmware, visit the official Jabra Solemate Mini support site [2] to download the latest version. You can switch off the default 'Connected' and other announcements by holding down the Volume down button when turning on the Jabra Solemate Mini until you hear 'Sound prompts off'.

Charging the Jabra Solemate Mini in Saudi Arabia

Can you use the Jabra Solemate Mini in Saudi Arabia?

Yes, you can use the Jabra Solemate Mini in Saudi Arabia by using the correct power convertor.

What is the best power adapter for recharging the Jabra Solemate Mini in Saudi Arabia?

When you are travelling to multiple countries the best international travel power adapter for Saudi Arabia to buy is a multiple USB charger which includes swappable plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. There are four different standards of wall outlets that Saudi Arabians use (types G, A, B and D) and using a power charger like this ensures that you are covered for both types A and G.

As these types of chargers come with interchangeable pins and handle 100 to 240 volts will mean that you can travel to over 100 countries around the world simply by changing the supplied heads over. If your Jabra Solemate Mini is compatible with Fast Charge then you'll benefit from quicker charging times by using one of these types of USB travel chargers plus compatibility with more power hungry devices. Having a 4 port charger will allow you to recharge more than one device simultaneously without needing to pack seperate power adapters or using up additional wall sockets. By only bringing a single travel charger will keep the overall size and weight down, making it ideal to store in hand baggage while travelling and suitable for charging your Jabra Solemate Mini at an airport or on a plane. Because of their space saving flexibility these types of adapters can be used back at home as well as abroad so when you’re not travelling they can be used overnight charging multiple tablets, smartphones and speakers without needing an additional wall outlet.

For those travelling to different continents we recommend searching for this type of versatile power charger at an electronics retailer. The multipurpose travel adapter illustrated here 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 Saudi Arabia

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 Mini, however for those also wanting to use their domestic plugs these power strips provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power adapters offer surge protection which can be useful for visitors of regions with unstable power grids to prevent damage to any connected appliances from voltage spikes. These travel converters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover Continental Europe, North America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China and over 150 countries around the world:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK travel adaptor has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the best selling compact option for travellers originating from America visiting Saudi Arabia using type B American plug sockets.
  • 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 from the US 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 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 wide range of travellers from around the world visiting Saudi Arabia. [12] [AD]
What is the best power adapter for recharging the Jabra Solemate Mini in Saudi Arabia?

Powering the Jabra Solemate Mini with a Saudi Arabian power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type G USB adapter

Instructions showing how to recharge your Jabra Solemate Mini from a Saudi Arabian power outlet with USB Micro Type B connector and a three pin Type G USB adapter.

  1. If you want to supply power to the Jabra Solemate Mini using the Saudi Arabian power outlet you'll need to use a Type G USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Start the process by plugging the Type G USB power plug adapter in the Saudi Arabian power outlet. You can recognise the power supply by 3 vertical rectangular holes in a triangular pattern.
  3. Plug in the USB end of the USB micro Type B connector into the USB mains adapter and the other end into the USB charging port on the Jabra Solemate Mini. The USB charging port can be found on the bottom right of the speaker below the line in port.
  4. Switch on the Saudi Arabian power outlet.
  5. The battery indicator on the Jabra Solemate Mini will glow red when low, yellow when half full and green when fully charged. Typically the battery will take 3 hours to completely charge although this may take longer if you use the Jabra Solemate Mini whilst you are charging. [AD]
Powering the Jabra Solemate Mini with a Saudi Arabian power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type G USB adapter

How to use a Type A power charger for recharging your Jabra Solemate Mini from a Saudi Arabian power outlet

Instructions on how to recharge your Jabra Solemate Mini from a Saudi Arabian power outlet using type B Micro USB cord and a three pinned Type A USB adapter.

  1. If you want to charge the Jabra Solemate Mini from a Saudi Arabian power outlet you will need a Type A 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 A USB power plug adapter and plugging it in the power outlet. The plug outlet, technically called a Type A power outlet [6], is recognised by 2 adjacent slots where the twin plug outlet pins slide into.
  3. Plug in the USB end of the USB Micro type B connector into the USB mains charger and the other end into the USB charging port on the Jabra Solemate Mini. The USB charging port can be found on the bottom right of the speaker below the line in port.
  4. Turn on the Saudi Arabian power outlet.
  5. The battery indicator on the Jabra Solemate Mini will glow red when low, yellow when half full and green when fully charged. Typically the battery will take 3 hours to completely charge although this may take longer if you use the Jabra Solemate Mini whilst you are charging. [AD]
How to use a Type A power charger for recharging your Jabra Solemate Mini from a Saudi Arabian power outlet

Powering the Jabra Solemate Mini with a Saudi Arabian power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type B USB adapter

Using USB micro Type B cable with a Type B power adapter to charge the Jabra Solemate Mini from a Saudi Arabian power outlet.

  1. If you want to power the Jabra Solemate Mini using a Saudi Arabian power outlet you'll need to use a Type B USB power plug adapter [9] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Insert the Type B USB power plug adapter in the Saudi Arabian power outlet. You can recognise the plug outlet by 2 slots next to each other with a semicircular shaped hole below for the ground pin.
  3. Connect one end of the Type B Micro USB cord into the bottom of the USB power charger and the other end into the USB charging port on the Jabra Solemate Mini. The USB charging port is located to the bottom right of the speaker below the line in port.
  4. Turn on the Saudi Arabian power outlet.
  5. The battery indicator on the Jabra Solemate Mini will glow red when low, yellow when half full and green when fully charged. Typically the battery will take 3 hours to completely charge although this may take longer if you use the Jabra Solemate Mini during the charging process. [AD]
Powering the Jabra Solemate Mini with a Saudi Arabian power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type B USB adapter

How to use a Type F power charger for recharging your Jabra Solemate Mini from a Saudi Arabian power outlet

Using USB micro Type B cable and a Schuko Type F USB adapter to recharge your Jabra Solemate Mini from a Saudi Arabian power outlet.

  1. If you want to charge the Jabra Solemate Mini from a Saudi Arabian power outlet you will need a Type F USB power plug adapter [11] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Begin the process by taking the Type F USB power plug adapter and plugging it in the power outlet. This sunken circular plug outlet (sometimes called a Schuko outlet) can be identified by two adjacent holes for live and neutral and thin metal grounding clips above and below.
  3. Connect the USB end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the power charger and the other end into the USB charging port on the Jabra Solemate Mini. The USB charging port is located on the bottom right of the speaker below the line in port.
  4. Switch on the Saudi Arabian power outlet.
  5. The battery indicator on the Jabra Solemate Mini will glow red when low, yellow when half full and green when fully charged. Typically the battery will take three hours to completely charge although this may take longer if you use the Jabra Solemate Mini whilst you are charging. [AD]
How to use a Type F power charger for recharging your Jabra Solemate Mini from a Saudi Arabian power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Saudi Arabian country Wikipedia page
  2. Jabra - official Jabra Solemate Mini support site
  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 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 A power outlet
  7. 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..
  8. iec.ch - Type B power outlet
  9. 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..
  10. iec.ch - Type F power outlet
  11. Type F USB power plug adapter - Compliant with Europlugs and CEE 7/17 specifications, the Type F or Schuko adapter is engineered to adapt German electrical power outlets into USB-compatible ports..
  12. 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..