How to charge the Jabra Solemate in Guernsey

Using micro USB type B cable with a Type G power charger to power your Jabra Solemate from a Guernsey power outlet.

Guernsey power outlet

Various region codes and sockets can all cause confusion when planning on staying in another country especially if you've never visited before. These instructions were written to assist travellers wanting to charge their Jabra Solemate when they are staying abroad.If you are going to travel to Guernsey the following instructions show charging your Jabra Solemate using their 230 volt 50Hz G Type plug outlet, with the Channel Islander using a 13 amp plug for charging. Most power supplies change depending on which region you're taking a trip to therefore please read the WikiConnections global power connections guide where you'll find a complete list of powering devices in different destinations. If visiting Guernsey from another region check that your Jabra Solemate can be used with a 240v supply. If it was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110v) check that your Jabra Solemate is dual voltage (marked with a 100-240 volt notation) otherwise you may need to use an additional power converter to prevent the device from being damaged 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 Guernsey

Can the Jabra Solemate be used in Guernsey?

Yes, you can use the Jabra Solemate in Guernsey.

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

When you are travelling to multiple countries the best travel charger for Guernsey is a multiple USB charger which includes swappable plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger.

As these types of chargers come with interchangeable plugs and can handle from 100 volts to 240 volts it makes them ideal for multiple countries around the world simply by switching the plugs. If your type of Jabra Solemate supports Fast Charge (please note that not all USB devices do) then you'll benefit from much faster recharging times by using one of these power chargers plus support for certain power demanding devices.

Unlike other travel adapters this means you can power multiple devices at once without needing to pack seperate power chargers for your trip or occupying additional power outlets. By only packing a single lightweight travel charger will keep the weight down, making it perfect to store in hand baggage as well as being convenient for recharging your Jabra Solemate at the airport or on the plane. Because of their space saving versatility these types of travel adapters can be used when back at home so when you’re not on holiday they can be used overnight charging multiple phones and tablets without using up an additional wall outlet.

We suggest buying this type of flexible power charger online, the multipurpose travel adapter illustrated here is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested with multiple USB devices in numerous countries.

Alternative travel adapter for Guernsey

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, however for those also wishing to use their domestic plugs the following power adapters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power converters offer surge protection which can be useful for visitors of regions with unstable power grids. These travel converters are supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover Continental Europe, North America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China and over 150 destinations:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK international travel converter has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the most popular compact power adapter for travellers originating from America visiting Guernsey.
  • 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 North America using type B plugs. This offers almost the same set of features as the BESTEK with only one less AC outlet for almost half 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 perfect for most travellers from around the world visiting Guernsey. [6] [AD]
What is the best power adapter for recharging the Jabra Solemate in Guernsey?

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

Using USB type B cable with a 3 pinned Type G USB adapter to recharge your Jabra Solemate from a Guernsey power outlet.

  1. In order to charge your Jabra Solemate from a Guernsey power outlet you will need a Type G USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Plug in the Type G USB power plug adapter into the wall outlet. You can recognise the plug outlet by the 3 slots in a triangle shape for live, neutral and earth pins.
  3. Then connect one end of the type B USB cord into the 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. Turn on the Guernsey 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]
Powering the Jabra Solemate with a Guernsey power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type G USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - wikipedia.org page about Guernsey
  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. 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..