Charging the Jabra Solemate Mini when planning a trip to Bolivia

Using USB Type B connector and a 3 pin Type A power adapter to recharge the Jabra Solemate Mini with a Bolivian power outlet and powering the Jabra Solemate Mini using a Type C Europlug power charger.

Bolivian power outlet

Various combinations of region codes and plugs can often be daunting when planning on travelling to a foreign country, especially if you've never been there before. These instructions have been specifically written to prevent you needing to worry if you'll be able to charge the Jabra Solemate Mini when you are abroad.When you are visiting Bolivia these instructions show powering the Jabra Solemate Mini by using their standard Type C or A 115 volt 50Hz wall outlets. If your Jabra Solemate Mini slowly recharges or doesn't turn on when visiting Bolivia from a different region please check that it is compatible with a 110 volt power supply. Typically devices which come from a country which use a higher voltage (for example 240 volts) may take longer to charge or won't turn on, check that your Jabra Solemate Mini is dual-voltage (normally indicated by 100-240 volts) otherwise you may need to use an additional voltage converter to ensure proper use.

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 Bolivia

Can you use the Jabra Solemate Mini in Bolivia?

You can use the Jabra Solemate Mini in Bolivia by using a power adaptor.

What is the best travel charger for the Jabra Solemate Mini in Bolivia?

When travelling with more than just your Jabra Solemate Mini the best international travel charger for Bolivia to buy is a multiple USB adapter which includes swappable plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. There are two types of power outlets that Bolivians use (C and A) and using a travel adapter like this will ensure that you are covered for both types A and C. As these chargers come with interchangeable plugs and handle from 100 to 240 volts will mean you can travel to multiple countries in Europe, Asia, North America and Africa simply by changing the heads. If your type of Jabra Solemate Mini is compatible with Fast Charge (please note not all USB devices will) then you'll benefit from much quicker recharging times with one of these types of travel adapters along with compatibility with certain power hungry devices. This means you can recharge multiple devices simultaneously without needing to buy seperate travel chargers on your trip or using up additional power sockets. Because you are only packing a single international travel charger will also keep the size and weight down, making it perfect to fold up and store in hand baggage and on hand for recharging your Jabra Solemate Mini at the airport or on your flight. Due to their space saving flexibility these types of travel chargers can be used when back at home so when you’re not travelling they can be used under your bedside table charging multiple tablets and smartphones with just a single wall outlet.

We recommend buying this type of versatile power charger at an electronics retailer. The multipurpose power adapter illustrated is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been tested successfully for powering multiple USB devices in numerous countries around the world with perfect reliably.

Alternative travel adapter for Bolivia

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country who only have USB devices such as the Jabra Solemate Mini, but for those also wanting to use their domestic plugs these power adapters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power adapters offer surge protection which is necessary for visitors of counties with unreliable power grids to prevent damage to any connected appliances. These travel adapters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover both Bolivia and over 150 destinations:

  • 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 portable power adapter for travellers originating from North America visiting Bolivia using 3 pin type B plug sockets.
  • 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 originating from the US using type B plugs. This is a much cheaper alternative to the BESTEK with just one less AC outlet at almost half 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 perfect for most travellers from around the world visiting Bolivia. [8] [AD]
What is the best travel charger for the Jabra Solemate Mini in Bolivia?

How to use a Type A power charger for charging your Jabra Solemate Mini from a Bolivian power outlet

Using USB Type B connector and a 3 pin Type A power adapter to recharge the Jabra Solemate Mini with a Bolivian power outlet.

  1. If you want to charge the Jabra Solemate Mini from a Bolivian power outlet you'll need to buy a Type A USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Insert the Type A USB power plug adapter into the Bolivian power outlet. You can identify the power supply by the two slots adjacent to each other.
  3. Connect one end of the type B USB Micro cable into the bottom of the USB 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 Bolivian 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 A power charger for charging your Jabra Solemate Mini from a Bolivian power outlet

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

Using Micro USB Type B cord with a Europlug Type C USB charger to charge your Jabra Solemate Mini with a Bolivian power outlet.

  1. If you want to power the Jabra Solemate Mini using the Bolivian power outlet you will need to use a Type C USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Begin by taking the Type C USB power plug adapter and plugging it in the wall supply. This ungrounded power outlet, also known as a Europlug, can be recognised by 2 round adjacent holes next to each other for live and neutral.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the mains power 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. Switch on the Bolivian 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]
Charging the Jabra Solemate Mini from a Bolivian power outlet by using a two pinned Europlug Type C USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Bolivian Wiki 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 C power outlet
  7. 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..
  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..