How to charge your Beats Pill from a power outlet in Lesotho
Using USB Micro Type B connector and a three pin Type M USB adapter to recharge your Beats Pill from a Basotho power outlet.
Complicated combinations of voltages and region codes can all cause confusion when planning to stay in a different country especially for the first time traveller. The following step by step guide shows you what you'll need to charge the Beats Pill when staying in Lesotho using their 220 volt 50Hz M Type Basotho wall supply. When visiting Lesotho from another country please make sure your Beats Pill can be used with a 240v supply. If your Beats Pill originated in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 120 volts make sure that your device is dual-voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) otherwise you may need to use an additional power converter to avoid the device from overheating when charging it.
These instructions show you how to connect to Beats Pill 2 speakers to your Basotho power outlet. Note that this page refers to the Beats Pill 2 and not the original Beats Pill first generation, visit the Beats page for the full range of Beats bluetooth speakers. Before connecting Beats Pill 2 speakers to any device we recommend downloading the latest Beats firmware from the official Beats Pill support site [2] using the Beats updater tool.
Charging a Beats Pill in Lesotho
What is the best travel adapter for a Beats Pill in Lesotho?
If travelling with more than your Beats Pill or visiting multiple countries then the best international travel charger for Lesotho is a multiple USB port adapter which includes compatible plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. Because these chargers are supplied with interchangeable plugs and can handle from 100 - 240 volts it makes them ideal for over 100 countries in North America, Europe, Asia and Africa just by switching the plugs over. If your model of Beats Pill supports Fast Charge (not all USB devices will) then you'll benefit from much faster charging times with one of these travel adapters, and support for certain power hungry devices like tablets.
This means you can charge more than one device at the same time without needing to bring individual power chargers for your trip to Lesotho. Only needing to pack a single lightweight travel charger will help keep the size and weight down, making it ideal to fold up in hand baggage. Because of their space saving versatility these types of travel adapters can be used when back at home not just abroad so when you’re not travelling they can be used overnight charging multiple tablets, smartphones and e-readers without needing an additional power outlet.
We recommend searching for this type of versatile power charger at your preferred electronics retailer. The multipurpose travel adapter illustrated here is the universal multi-device USB wall charger which has been successfully tested with multiple USB devices in numerous foreign countries around the world with good reliably.
Alternative travel adapter for Lesotho
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 Beats Pill, 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 most popular compact option for travellers originating from America visiting Lesotho using type B US 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 America using type B plugs. This offers practically the same functionality as the BESTEK with just 1 less AC outlet at almost half price.
- BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has just 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 suitable for most travellers from around the world visiting Lesotho. [7] [AD]
How to use a Type M power charger for recharging your Beats Pill from a Basotho power outlet
Instructions showing how to charge a Beats Pill with a Basotho power outlet with micro USB Type B cable with a Type M power adapter.
- If you want to charge the Beats Pill from a Basotho power outlet you will need a Type M USB power plug adapter [5] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [6].
- Begin the process by plugging the Type M USB power plug adapter in the wall outlet. This plug outlet, technically called a Type M power outlet [3], looks like 3 holes in a triangular pattern.
- Plug in the USB end of the USB Micro Type B cord into the USB mains charger and the other end into the power in on a Beats Pill. The power in socket is found at the rear of the speaker to the right of the Bluetooth light.
- Switch on the Basotho power outlet.
- The power in socket will flash red while charging and turn green when fully charged. From a dead battery the charging time is about between three to four hours and the battery life after a complete charge is roughly 7 hours. After 20% battery life the jack will turn red and it will need charging again soon. [AD]
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- Wikipedia - Lesotho Wikipedia web page
- Beatsbydre - official Beats Pill support site
- iec.ch - Type M power outlet
- Beatsbydre - instructions for charging the Beats Pill
- Type M USB power plug adapter - South African Type M USB chargers have three large circular pins in a triangular shape with the top earthed pin longer and larger in diameter.
- 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.
- Universal multi-device USB wall charger - A universal multi-device USB wall charger features USB PD and standard ports for fast charging simultaneous. These includes interchangeable international plug adapters making it ideal for travel and certified for safety to protect against current and heat.
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