Charging the Jabra Solemate Mini when staying in Liberia

Instructions showing how to power the Jabra Solemate Mini with a Liberian power outlet using USB Type B connector and a Europlug Type C USB charger, charging the Jabra Solemate Mini using a two pin Type A USB plug and powering the Jabra Solemate Mini using a three pinned Type B power charger

Liberian power outlet

Varying different combinations of voltages and region codes can often be daunting when planning to travel to another country to the first time traveller. If visiting Liberia the following useful instructions show powering the Jabra Solemate Mini using the standard B, A,C, E or F type Liberian 240 volt 50Hz wall outlets. Power sockets differ depending on which region you are in therefore we suggest reading the power supplies page for a full list of countries. If you are visiting Liberia from another country please check your Jabra Solemate Mini can be charged using a 240v supply. If your Jabra Solemate Mini came from a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110v) make sure the device is dual-voltage (marked with a 100-240 volt notation) else you may need to use an additional transformer to prevent the device from being damaged when charging it.

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 Liberia

Can the Jabra Solemate Mini be used in Liberia?

Yes, you can use the Jabra Solemate Mini in Liberia.

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

If travelling to multiple countries then the best travel adapter for Liberia to buy is a multiple USB adapter which includes compatible plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. Liberians use five different standards of power outlets (B, A,C, E and F) and using a power charger like this will ensure that you are covered for both types A and C.

Because these types of chargers come with interchangeable pins and handle from 100 - 240 volts will mean that you can travel to multiple countries in Europe, Asia, North America and Africa simply by switching the supplied heads. If your model of Jabra Solemate Mini is compatible with Fast Charge (not all USB devices can) then you'll benefit from much quicker recharging times by using one of these travel chargers along with additional support for certain power hungry devices. This will allow you to charge multiple devices simultaneously without needing to bring seperate power adapters on your trip. Because you are only bringing a single lightweight USB travel charger will help keep the size and weight down, making it perfect to fold up and store in hand luggage while travelling and on hand for charging your Jabra Solemate Mini at the airport or on the plane. Due to their versatility these types of travel adapters can be used at home so when you’re not travelling they can be used overnight charging multiple phones, tablets and e-readers without using up an additional plug socket.

We recommend buying an adaptable travel adapter similar to this online; the multipurpose power charger illustrated below is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested for charging multiple USB devices in numerous countries around the world.

Alternative travel adapter for Liberia

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 visitors also wishing to use their domestic plugs the following power strips provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power adapters offer surge protection which can be crucial for visitors of counties with unstable power grids. These power adapters are supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover Europe, America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China and over 150 countries around the world:

  • 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 option for travellers originating from America visiting Liberia using 3 pinned type B 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 originating from the US using type B plugs. This is a much more cost effective alternative to the BESTEK with just 1 less AC outlet for almost half the price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has 2 AC outlets but offers a flexible 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 a majority of travellers from around the world visiting Liberia. [13] [AD]
What is the best power adapter for recharging the Jabra Solemate Mini in Liberia?

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

Using micro USB Type B connector and a Type A USB adapter to power your Jabra Solemate Mini with a Liberian power outlet.

  1. To charge your Jabra Solemate Mini using the Liberian power outlet you'll need a Type A 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 A USB power plug adapter and inserting it into the Liberian power outlet. This unearthed power outlet, sometimes called the Type A power outlet [3], can be recognised by the two slots next to each other.
  3. Connect the USB end of the Type B USB cable into the USB mains adapter 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. Switch on the Liberian 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 A power charger for recharging your Jabra Solemate Mini from a Liberian power outlet

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

Using Type B USB micro connector with a three pin Type B USB charger to recharge the Jabra Solemate Mini from a Liberian power outlet.

  1. If you want to supply power to your Jabra Solemate Mini 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. Firstly plug the Type B USB power plug adapter in the power supply. The plug supply (known as the Type B power outlet [6]) is recognised by 2 slots parallel to each other where the blades go with a single hole below for the earthed pin.
  3. Plug in one end of the micro USB Type B cord into the bottom of the USB mains charger and the other end into the USB charging port on the Jabra Solemate Mini. The USB charging port can be located on the bottom right of the speaker below the line in port.
  4. Switch on the Liberian 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 Liberian power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type B USB adapter

Charging the Jabra Solemate Mini from a Liberian power outlet by using a two pinned Europlug Type C USB adapter

Instructions showing how to power the Jabra Solemate Mini with a Liberian power outlet using USB Type B connector and a Europlug Type C USB charger.

  1. In order to supply power to your Jabra Solemate Mini from a Liberian power outlet you will need to use a Type C USB power plug adapter [9] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Firstly you'll need to plug the Type C USB power plug adapter into the power supply. The power supply (sometimes called a Europlug) can be recognised by the two adjacent holes for live and neutral pins.
  3. Plug in one end of the micro USB Type B cord into the bottom of the power adapter and the other end into the USB charging port on the Jabra Solemate Mini. The USB charging port can be located on the bottom right of the speaker below the line in port.
  4. Switch on the Liberian 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]
Charging the Jabra Solemate Mini from a Liberian power outlet by using a two pinned Europlug Type C USB adapter

How to use a Type E power charger for recharging your Jabra Solemate Mini from a Liberian power outlet

A guide showing how to recharge the Jabra Solemate Mini from a Liberian power outlet using micro USB Type B cord with a Type E USB charger.

  1. If you want to charge the Jabra Solemate Mini using the Liberian power outlet you will need a Type E USB power plug adapter [11] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Start the process by taking the Type E USB power plug adapter and inserting it in the Liberian power outlet. You can recognise the wall outlet by the two circular holes 19mm apart from each other where the live and neutral plug outlet pins sit and a long metal earth pin protruding from the top forming a triangular configuration.
  3. Plug in one end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the bottom of the power adapter and the other end into the USB charging port on the Jabra Solemate Mini. The USB charging port can be located on the bottom right of the speaker below the line in port.
  4. Switch on the Liberian 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]
How to use a Type E power charger for recharging your Jabra Solemate Mini from a Liberian power outlet

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

Using micro USB Type B cord and a Type F Schuko USB charger to recharge the Jabra Solemate Mini from a Liberian power outlet.

  1. To charge your Jabra Solemate Mini using the Liberian power outlet you'll 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 inserting it into the Liberian power outlet. The circular plug supply, also known as a Type F power outlet [12] or Schuko plug, can be recognised by two round adjacent holes next to each other, plus thin metal grounding clips on the top and bottom.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the mains USB charger and the other end into the USB charging port on the Jabra Solemate Mini. The USB charging port can be found to the bottom right of the speaker below the line in port.
  4. Turn on the Liberian 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 during the charging process. [AD]
How to use a Type F power charger for recharging your Jabra Solemate Mini from a Liberian power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Liberian Wikipedia web page
  2. Jabra - official Jabra Solemate Mini 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. 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..