How to charge your Jabra Solemate from a power outlet in The British Virgin Islands

Instructions showing how to recharge the Jabra Solemate with a British Virgin Islands power outlet by using Micro USB type B cable with a Type A power charger and charging the Jabra Solemate using a Type B power plug.

British Virgin Islands power outlet

Varying different combinations of region codes and plugs can often be daunting when planning on visiting another country, especially if you've never been there before. The following simple guide will show you what you'll need to supply power to your Jabra Solemate when going to The British Virgin Islands by using the standard Type B or A 110 volt 60Hz power outlets. You'll discover most power sockets will vary depending on which country you're taking a trip to therefore please read the WikiConnections travel power sockets list for a full list showing regions. If your Jabra Solemate charges slowly or does not power up when travelling to The British Virgin Islands from another region please check that it is compatible with a 110 volt power supply. Devices which come from another country which use a higher voltage (for example 240 volts) can take longer to charge or won't power up, so check that the Jabra Solemate is a dual voltage device (you'll find these are normally marked with 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional transformer to ensure proper use.

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 The British Virgin Islands

Can you use the Jabra Solemate in The British Virgin Islands?

Yes, you can use the Jabra Solemate in The British Virgin Islands.

What is the best power charger for the Jabra Solemate in The British Virgin Islands?

If you are travelling to multiple countries the best travel power adapter for The British Virgin Islands to buy is a multiple USB port adapter which includes compatible plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. There are two types of plug sockets that British Virgin Islanders use (types B and A) and bringing this will ensure that you are covered for type A.

Because these chargers are supplied with interchangeable pins and handle 100 to 240 volts will mean that you can travel to over 100 countries in North America, Europe, Asia and Africa simply by switching the plugs. If your Jabra Solemate supports Fast Charge (please note that not all USB devices do) then you'll benefit from much quicker charging times with one of these power adapters, along with additional compatibility with more power hungry devices. Unlike other chargers having a four port charger will also allow you to charge multiple devices at once without needing to pack seperate power chargers on your trip to The British Virgin Islands. Because you are only bringing a single lightweight USB travel charger will also keep the overall size and weight down, making it ideal to fold up in hand baggage as well as being on hand for charging your Jabra Solemate at the airport or on the plane. Because of their space saving flexibility these types of adapters can be used when back at home so when you’re not on holiday they can sit under your bedside table charging multiple tablets, phones and speakers without needing an additional power outlet.

If you travel on a regular basis we suggest buying this type of flexible power charger online. The power charger illustrated is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested for recharging multiple USB devices in numerous foreign countries around the world with good reliably.

Alternative travel adapter for The British Virgin Islands

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from around the world wanting to charge devices via USB, but for visitors also wishing to use their domestic plugs the following power adapters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power adapters offer surge protection which can be useful for travellers to regions with unstable power grids to prevent damage to any connected devices. These power adapters come supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover both The British Virgin Islands 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 North America going to The British Virgin Islands.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Also 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 much more cost effective alternative to the BESTEK with one less AC outlet for almost half price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has just 2 AC outlets but offers a more generous 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 The British Virgin Islands. [8] [AD]
What is the best power charger for the Jabra Solemate in The British Virgin Islands?

Charging the Jabra Solemate from a British Virgin Islands power outlet by using a two pinned Type A USB adapter

Using Micro USB type B cable with a 3 pinned Type A USB charger to power your Jabra Solemate from a British Virgin Islands power outlet.

  1. If you want to power the Jabra Solemate using a British Virgin Islands 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 the process by taking the Type A USB power plug adapter and plugging it into the power outlet. This wall supply, sometimes known as the Type A power outlet [3], can be identified by two thin slots adjacent to each other.
  3. Connect the USB end of the USB type B connector into 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. Turn on the British Virgin Islands 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]
Charging the Jabra Solemate from a British Virgin Islands power outlet by using a two pinned Type A USB adapter

How to use a Type B power charger for recharging your Jabra Solemate from a British Virgin Islands power outlet

Using type B USB connector with a 3 pinned Type B USB adapter to recharge your Jabra Solemate from a British Virgin Islands power outlet.

  1. If you want to power your Jabra Solemate from the British Virgin Islands power outlet you'll need to use a Type B 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 B USB power plug adapter in the British Virgin Islands power outlet. The plug outlet (sometimes called a Type B power outlet [6]) can be identified by the 2 slots parallel to each other where the live and neutral plug outlet blades slide into with a hole below for the longer earthed pin.
  3. Then connect one 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 British Virgin Islands 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 B power charger for recharging your Jabra Solemate from a British Virgin Islands power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - British Virgin Islands Wiki page
  2. Jabra - official Jabra Solemate support site
  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. 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..