How to charge the Beats Pill 2 from a power outlet in Tunisia

Instructions on how to power your Beats Pill 2 from a Tunisian power outlet using USB Micro Type B cable with a Type C power charger and charging a Beats Pill 2 using a 2 pinned Type E power plug.

Tunisian power outlet

If organizing a vacation to Tunisia it's helpful to know in advance if you can charge any vital gadgets such as cell phones and tablets when you arrive. But, by not knowing which power socket is being used in Tunisia you may end up either bringing too many spare adaptors or pack the wrong charger, meaning having to buy or borrow a suitable adaptor on arrival. Different region codes and plug types can all be daunting when planning to visit a different country to the first time traveller. This guide was specifically written to help assist travellers wanting to charge their Beats Pill 2 when they're abroad.The following step-by-step guide shows you what you'll need to supply power to your Beats Pill 2 when going to Tunisia using their E or C type 230 volt 50Hz plug outlets, please note that Type E wall outlets will be normally used by most Tunisians. You will find that most power sockets change regionally so we recommend reading our Wikiconnections global power connections guide where you'll find a complete list showing regions and countries. If travelling to Tunisia from another region double check your Beats Pill 2 can be used with a 240v supply. If the Beats Pill 2 originated in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 110 volts ensure the device is dual-voltage (indicated by 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional power transformer to avoid the device from being damaged during charging. If you intend on taking a trip to tourist destinations such as Tunis or Sfax we also recommend referring to the Tunisia Wikipedia web page [1] for more indepth details prior to travelling to the area.

These instructions show you how to connect to Beats Pill 2.0 speakers to your Tunisian power outlet. Please note that this page refers to the Beats Pill 2.0 and not the original Beats Pill first generation, visit the Beats page on WikiConnections.org for the full range of Beats bluetooth speakers. Before connecting Beats Pill 2.0 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 2 in Tunisia

Can the Beats Pill 2 be used in Tunisia?

You can connect a Beats Pill 2 to a Tunisian power outlet.

What is the best power charger for a Beats Pill 2 in Tunisia?

When you are travelling with more than just your Beats Pill 2 then the best international travel power adapter for Tunisia is a multiple USB charger which includes swappable plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. Tunisians use two different standards of wall outlets (E and C) and bringing this will ensure that you are covered for type C.

As these types of chargers come with interchangeable pins and handle 100 - 240 volts will mean that you can travel to over 100 countries in North America, Europe, Asia and Africa simply by switching the plugs. If your type of Beats Pill 2 can support Fast Charge then you'll benefit from quicker charging times by using one of these types of USB travel adapters, plus support for certain power demanding devices like tablets.

Unlike other travel adapters having a 4 port charger will also allow you to recharge more than one device simultaneously without needing to buy seperate power chargers for your trip to Tunisia. Because you are only packing a single lightweight USB travel charger will also keep the overall weight and size down, making it perfect to store in hand baggage while travelling. Due to their versatility these types of power chargers can be used at home so when you’re not on holiday they can be used overnight charging multiple smartphones, tablets and e-readers without needing an additional power outlet.

We suggest buying this type of flexible power charger at an electronics retailer. The travel adapter illustrated below is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been tested successfully with multiple USB devices in numerous countries with perfect reliably.

Alternative travel adapter for Tunisia

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country who only have USB devices such as the Beats Pill 2, but for visitors 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 necessary when visiting counties with unreliable power grids. These power adapters come supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover both Tunisia 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 North America visiting Tunisia.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Likewise having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the Orico travel adapter is also aimed at travellers originating from North America using type B plugs and gives 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 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 Tunisia. [9] [AD]
What is the best power charger for a Beats Pill 2 in Tunisia?

Charging a Beats Pill 2 from a Tunisian power outlet by using a two pinned Europlug Type C USB adapter

Instructions on how to power your Beats Pill 2 from a Tunisian power outlet using USB Micro Type B cable with a Type C power charger.

  1. To supply power to a Beats Pill 2 using a Tunisian power outlet you'll need to use a Type C USB power plug adapter [5] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [6].
  2. Start the process by inserting the Type C USB power plug adapter in the Tunisian power outlet. The power supply (sometimes known as the Europlug) can be identified by two round adjacent holes next to each other.
  3. Plug in the USB end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the bottom of the USB power charger and the other end into the power in on a Beats Pill 2. The power in socket is found at the rear of the speaker to the right of the Bluetooth light.
  4. Turn on the Tunisian power outlet.
  5. The USB port will flash red while charging and glow green when fully charged. From an empty battery the charging time is around between three to four hours and the playback time at full power capacity is around 7 hours. After 20 percent battery life the socket will turn red and it will need charging again soon. [AD]
Charging a Beats Pill 2 from a Tunisian power outlet by using a two pinned Europlug Type C USB adapter

Powering a Beats Pill 2 with a Tunisian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type E USB adapter

Using Type B USB connector with a 3 pinned Type E USB charger to power your Beats Pill 2 from a Tunisian power outlet.

  1. In order to charge your Beats Pill 2 using a Tunisian power outlet you will need a Type E USB power plug adapter [8] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [6].
  2. Plug the Type E USB power plug adapter in the wall outlet. You can recognise the plug outlet by the two holes 19mm apart from each other for live and neutral plus a single long metal earth pin protruding in the top forming a triangular pattern.
  3. Then connect one end of the USB type B connector into the power charger and the other end into the power in on a Beats Pill 2. The power in jack can be found at the rear of the speaker next to the Bluetooth LED.
  4. Switch on the Tunisian power outlet.
  5. The power in port will blink red while charging and turn green when fully charged. From a dead battery the charging time is about three and a half hours and the Beats Pill playback time after a complete charge is roughly seven hours. When you have reached 20% battery life the jack will glow red and it will soon need charging again. [AD]
Powering a Beats Pill 2 with a Tunisian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type E USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Tunisia Wikipedia web page
  2. Beatsbydre - official Beats Pill support site
  3. iec.ch - Type C power outlet
  4. Beatsbydre - charging instructions for the Beats Pill 2
  5. 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..
  6. 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.
  7. iec.ch - Type E power outlet
  8. Type E USB power plug adapter - Meeting CEE 7/5 and CEE 7/6 standards, the Type E USB power plug adapter uses the Schuko standard with two round pins and an earthing hole. It adapts European outlets such as Germany to USB-standard ports for USB device charging..
  9. 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..