Charging your Jabra Solemate from a power outlet in Jordan

A step by step guide showing how to power the Jabra Solemate from a Jordanian power outlet using type B USB Micro cord with a three pinned Type C USB charger, charging the Jabra Solemate using a three pin Type G power adapter and charging the Jabra Solemate using a Type B power adapter

Jordanian power outlet

If you are packing for a holiday to Jordan it can be helpful to know if you can use any essential gadgets that you are bringing with you. But by not knowing which plug socket is used you could end up either weighing your luggage down with too many adaptors or pack the wrong power charger, therefore leaving you needing to buy or borrow a potentially overpriced charger when you need to recharge that could be incompatible and damage the device. Complicated region codes and voltages can all be confusing when planning on staying in a foreign country, especially if you've never been there before. This simple guide tells you exactly what you'll need to supply power to the Jabra Solemate when you're travelling to Jordan using the Type G, B, C, D, F or J Jordanian 230 volt 50Hz power outlets, Type G wall outlets are normally used by a majority of Jordanians. If you are visiting Jordan from another region please check the Jabra Solemate can accept a 240v supply. If it originated in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110 volts) double check the device is dual voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional power converter to stop the device from overloading during charging.

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 Jordan

Can the Jabra Solemate be used in Jordan?

Yes, you can connect the Jabra Solemate to a Jordanian power outlet by using the correct power adaptor.

What is the best travel charger for the Jabra Solemate in Jordan?

When travelling to more than one country or bringing along more than your Jabra Solemate the best international travel adapter for Jordan to buy is a multiple USB adapter which includes swappable plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. Jordanians use six different types of power outlets (types G, B, C, D, F and J) and bringing this ensures that you are covered for both types C and G.

As these chargers come with interchangeable pins and handle from 100 to 240 volts it makes them ideal for over 100 countries in Asia, North America, Europe and Africa just by switching the supplied plugs. If your Jabra Solemate can support Fast Charge (note not all USB devices can) then you'll benefit from much quicker recharging times with one of these types of USB power adapters and additional support for more power hungry devices.

This will also allow you to power more than one device at once without needing to buy individual power adapters or occupying additional wall sockets. Because you are only bringing a single international travel charger will keep the overall weight down, making it ideal to store in hand luggage while travelling and on hand for recharging your Jabra Solemate at an airport or on your flight. Due to their versatility these types of chargers can be used back at home not just abroad so when you’re not on holiday they can sit overnight charging multiple tablets and phones without needing an additional plug socket.

If you travel often we suggest searching for this type of flexible power adapter at an electronics retailer. The multipurpose power charger illustrated below is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested with multiple USB devices in numerous foreign countries on a daily basis.

Alternative travel adapter for Jordan

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, but for those also wishing to use their domestic plugs these power adapters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power converters offer surge protection which can be crucial when visiting regions with unreliable power supplies to prevent damage to any connected devices from voltage spikes. These travel adapters are supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover both Jordan and over 150 countries around the world:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK international travel adaptor has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the most popular portable option for travellers originating from America going to Jordan.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Likewise 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 cheaper alternative to the BESTEK with only 1 less AC outlet for 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 ideal for most travellers from around the world visiting Jordan. [16] [AD]
What is the best travel charger for the Jabra Solemate in Jordan?

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

Using USB Micro type B cord with a 3 pin Type G power charger to charge your Jabra Solemate with a Jordanian power outlet.

  1. To charge your Jabra Solemate using the Jordanian power outlet you will need to buy a Type G USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Start by inserting the Type G USB power plug adapter into the wall supply. You can identify the wall outlet by the three rectangular holes in a triangular configuration.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the type B Micro USB cable into the bottom of the mains power adapter and the other end into the USB charging port on the Jabra Solemate. The USB charging port can be found to the right of the speaker below the line in port.
  4. Switch on the Jordanian 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 during the charging process. [AD]
Powering the Jabra Solemate with a Jordanian power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type G USB adapter

How to use a Type B power charger for recharging your Jabra Solemate from a Jordanian power outlet

Using USB micro type B cord with a three pinned Type B power adapter to recharge your Jabra Solemate with a Jordanian power outlet.

  1. In order to supply power to your Jabra Solemate from a Jordanian power outlet you'll need a Type B USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Firstly plug in the Type B USB power plug adapter in the Jordanian power outlet. The wall outlet (known as a Type B power outlet [6]) is identified by the 2 thin slots next to each other where the live and neutral blades go with a hole below for the earth pin. Note that power cables used with type B outlets which are rated at less that 240 volts should not be used in Jordan so we recommend checking first.
  3. Connect the USB end of the micro USB Type B connector into the bottom of the USB power adapter 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. Switch on the Jordanian 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 Jordanian power outlet

How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your Jabra Solemate from a Jordanian power outlet

Using micro USB Type B connector and a 3 pin Europlug Type C power adapter to power the Jabra Solemate with a Jordanian power outlet.

  1. In order to power the Jabra Solemate from a Jordanian power outlet you'll need to buy a Type C USB power plug adapter [9] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Plug the Type C USB power plug adapter into the power outlet. This ungrounded plug outlet (sometimes called the Europlug or Type C power outlet [8]) is identified by the 2 circular holes next to each other where the live and neutral pins go.
  3. Plug in the USB end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the bottom of the USB power adapter 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. Switch on the Jordanian 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 C power charger for recharging your Jabra Solemate from a Jordanian power outlet

How to use a Type D power charger for recharging your Jabra Solemate from a Jordanian power outlet

Using type B USB Micro connector with a Type D power adapter to power the Jabra Solemate with a Jordanian power outlet.

  1. If you want to charge the Jabra Solemate from a Jordanian power outlet you will need to use a Type D USB power plug adapter [11] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Start by plugging the Type D USB power plug adapter into the power supply. The power supply (sometimes called the Type D power outlet [10]) looks like 3 holes forming a triangle shape for live, neutral and earth.
  3. Plug in the USB end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the bottom of the USB power adapter 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. Switch on the Jordanian 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 D power charger for recharging your Jabra Solemate from a Jordanian power outlet

Powering the Jabra Solemate with a Jordanian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

A guide showing how to power the Jabra Solemate with a Jordanian power outlet using USB micro type B cord with a three pin Type F USB charger.

  1. To charge your Jabra Solemate using the Jordanian power outlet you will need to buy a Type F USB power plug adapter [13] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Start by inserting the Type F USB power plug adapter into the wall supply. This recessed round power outlet, also known as a Schuko outlet, can be identified by the two circular holes 19 mm next to each other for live and neutral along with two metal grounding clips at the top and bottom.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the type B Micro USB cable into the mains power adapter and the other end into the USB charging port on the Jabra Solemate. The USB charging port can be found to the right of the speaker below the line in port.
  4. Turn on the Jordanian 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 during the charging process. [AD]
Powering the Jabra Solemate with a Jordanian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

How to use a Type J power charger for recharging your Jabra Solemate from a Jordanian power outlet

A guide showing how to recharge your Jabra Solemate with a Jordanian power outlet using USB Micro type B cord with a 3 pin Type J power charger.

  1. In order to supply power to your Jabra Solemate from a Jordanian power outlet you'll need a Type J USB power plug adapter [15] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Firstly plug in the Type J USB power plug adapter in the Jordanian power outlet. You can recognise this squashed hexagon shaped wall outlet by three round holes in a triangular configuration.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the type B Micro USB cable into the bottom of the mains power adapter and the other end into the USB charging port on the Jabra Solemate. The USB charging port can be found to the right of the speaker below the line in port.
  4. Turn on the Jordanian 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 during the charging process. [AD]
How to use a Type J power charger for recharging your Jabra Solemate from a Jordanian power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Jordan Wikipedia page
  2. Jabra - official Jabra Solemate 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 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 D power outlet
  11. Type D USB power plug adapter - Designed for usage in South Asian countries such as India and Nepal, the Type D USB power plug adapter offers a practical solution for converting local 3-prong grounded outlets into USB ports, providing reliable charging for a range of USB devices..
  12. iec.ch - Type F power outlet
  13. 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..
  14. iec.ch - Type J power outlet
  15. Type J USB power plug adapter - Type J USB chargers have three rounded pins placed in a flattened triangular pattern with the top pin acting as an earth.
  16. 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..