How to charge the Jabra Solemate Mini when planning a trip to New Caledonia

Using USB type B connector and a three pinned Europlug Type C power charger to charge the Jabra Solemate Mini from a New Caledonian power outlet and charging the Jabra Solemate Mini using a Schuko Type F USB charger.

New Caledonian power outlet

Varying different voltages and standards can all be daunting when planning to travel to another country, especially if you've never visited before. This guide was written to prevent people needing to worry if they'll be able to power their Jabra Solemate Mini abroad.If you are staying in New Caledonia this page has useful instructions showing how to charge your Jabra Solemate Mini by using the standard F or C type 220 volt 50Hz plug outlets. When you are travelling to New Caledonia from another country please double check your Jabra Solemate Mini can accept a 240 volt supply. If it was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110 volts) ensure that the device is dual-voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) otherwise you may need to use an additional voltage converter to stop the device from overheating whilst powering 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 New Caledonia

Can you use the Jabra Solemate Mini in New Caledonia?

Yes, you can connect the Jabra Solemate Mini to a New Caledonian power outlet.

What is the best travel adapter for the Jabra Solemate Mini in New Caledonia?

If travelling to more than one country then the best international travel charger for New Caledonia is a multiple USB port adapter which includes swappable plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. There are two standards of power outlets that New Caledonians use (types F and C) and using a travel charger like this will ensure that you are covered for type C.

Because these chargers come with interchangeable plugs and can handle 100 to 240 volts will mean that you can travel to multiple countries in Asia, North America, Europe and Africa just by changing the plugs over. If your model of Jabra Solemate Mini is compatible with Fast Charge then you'll benefit from faster recharging times by using one of these travel adapters plus compatibility with more power demanding devices. Having a 4 port adapter will allow you to recharge multiple devices at once without needing to buy multiple travel chargers for your trip or using up additional wall sockets. By only packing a single international USB travel charger will help keep the weight and size down, making it ideal to store in hand baggage whilst travelling. Because of their space saving versatility these types of adapters can be used back at home as well as abroad so when you’re not on holiday they can sit under your bedside table charging multiple tablets, smartphones and speakers and using only a single wall outlet.

We suggest searching for a multipurpose travel adapter like this online. The power adapter illustrated below is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested for powering multiple USB devices in numerous foreign countries with perfect reliably.

Alternative travel adapter for New Caledonia

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, however for those also wanting to use their domestic plugs these power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power converters offer surge protection which is crucial for visitors of counties with unreliable power grids to prevent damage to any connected devices from voltage spikes. These power converters are supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover both New Caledonia and over 150 destinations:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK international travel adaptor has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the best selling portable option for travellers originating from America visiting New Caledonia.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Also having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the Orico is also aimed at travellers originating from the US using type B plugs and offers almost the same functionality as the BESTEK with just one less AC outlet for almost half price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has 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 a wide range of travellers from around the world visiting New Caledonia. [8] [AD]
What is the best travel adapter for the Jabra Solemate Mini in New Caledonia?

How to use a Europlug Type C power charger for charging your Jabra Solemate Mini from a New Caledonian power outlet

Using USB type B connector and a three pinned Europlug Type C power charger to charge the Jabra Solemate Mini from a New Caledonian power outlet.

  1. In order to charge your Jabra Solemate Mini using a New Caledonian power outlet you'll need to use a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Begin by taking the Type C USB power plug adapter and inserting it in the power outlet. The power supply (called the Europlug) can be identified by the two holes next to each other where the live and neutral pins sit.
  3. Connect the USB end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the USB mains charger 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. Turn on the New Caledonian 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 Europlug Type C power charger for charging your Jabra Solemate Mini from a New Caledonian power outlet

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

Using USB type B connector and a three pinned Type F power charger to charge the Jabra Solemate Mini from a New Caledonian power outlet.

  1. If you want to supply power to your Jabra Solemate Mini from the New Caledonian power outlet you will need a Type F USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Firstly you'll need to insert the Type F USB power plug adapter into the New Caledonian power outlet. You can identify the plug supply by two large circular adjacent holes, plus a pair of grounding clips above and below.
  3. Plug in the USB end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the USB mains charger 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. Turn on the New Caledonian 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]
Powering the Jabra Solemate Mini with a New Caledonian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - New Caledonia wikipedia page
  2. Jabra - official Jabra Solemate Mini support site
  3. iec.ch - Type C power outlet
  4. 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..
  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 F power outlet
  7. 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..
  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..